Mitsui Building
The Pope And Catholicism
As I ran on the cross trainer at the gym I saw the live feed of the leader of the Roman Catholic Church arriving at the airport on the Italian carrier Alitalia into Scotland in the United Kingdom. The leader is called the pope and is currently 83 years old. It was interesting to see the Scottish honor guard (which needed to practice a bit more on moving together) and all the old guys in flowing robes going to meet the Pope Benedict XVI AKA German Mr. Joseph Alois Ratzinger. They got off the jet, did their hand kissing, walked through the honor guard, went into a tent on the tarmac, then boarded a fleet of Land Rovers, while the Pope was directed into a new looking Jaguar. They were surrounded by a fleet of police motorcycles and driven into town.
It is very interesting that this church leader has a political status as well. I am amazed at the time and effort they put into their clothing.
As I ran on the cross trainer at the gym I saw the live feed of the leader of the Roman Catholic Church arriving at the airport on the Italian carrier Alitalia into Scotland in the United Kingdom. The leader is called the pope and is currently 83 years old. It was interesting to see the Scottish honor guard (which needed to practice a bit more on moving together) and all the old guys in flowing robes going to meet the Pope Benedict XVI AKA German Mr. Joseph Alois Ratzinger. They got off the jet, did their hand kissing, walked through the honor guard, went into a tent on the tarmac, then boarded a fleet of Land Rovers, while the Pope was directed into a new looking Jaguar. They were surrounded by a fleet of police motorcycles and driven into town.
It is very interesting that this church leader has a political status as well. I am amazed at the time and effort they put into their clothing.
Welcome To Osaka
Quick trip to Osaka. A bit different from the Tokyo feel. The people seem to be a bit more expressive.
A bit hotter than Kanto, but the architecture, streets, and layout of the city and the public transportation looks the same.
No bright green or yellow taxis in Osaka. They all seem to be black.
Tokyo probably rocks for great food.
But wait! I arrive at the hotel.
Many nice things waiting in the room to welcome you in Osaka!
Wish I had some family members here to enjoy the food with.
Stomach In Your Throat
Ever had you stomach jump up to your mouth? May sound strange, but I think that happens when you have a near tragic experience.
This morning my wife drove myself and two of my children to the station. I was sitting in the front seat and could see everything that was happening.
The upcoming light had turned red for 2 full seconds and she continued barreling down the street ready to run the light at that busy intersection. I could see she was going to run it. Scary, as I have seen a car pulverize a man on a scooter at that same intersection. Not a good place to break the law.
I shouted, “Stop!” and thankfully she did. If she wouldn’t have, would for of us be in heaven today? I don’t know but as I write this my stomach is still in my throat.