Went down to the pass for 4 days with dad and then Sarah and Brian came down to visit as well. We had a great visit and then Dad and I spent the next two days running around checking out property since the market is so hot down there. It was great weather, got some nice short walks in, tried to see everyone but again there is just never enough time in a day........ Enjoy more pictures here.

Was really nice to spend a short 3 days in Edmonton, got to see my bro's family, and visit with Mom and Sue. There just isn't enough time in the day!!!
Was a little jet-lagged but spent most of the three days, visiting with family, getting a haircut and then driving all around town to get the things I wanted to bring back to Japan. You know, things that I can't get in Japan.... was too short!!! View more pictures here!

So now that I have filled you in on the last two weeks, here is what is in store for the next 10 days. I am off to CANADA!! I am going to visit family and friends and can't wait to see everyone. I will be in Edmonton from the 21st-24th, then we head to the Crowsnest Pass for a couple of days, then back to Edmonton and I fly to Vancouver for my final night on March 2nd. You can reach me at 403-436-4231 if you are in the area and want to meet up!!! I will have my computer with me to check emails and do a little work on the road......

I plan on taking lots of pictures and will put them up when I get back!!! I arrive back in Japan on the 4th. Until then, have a great couple of weeks, may the snow gods be good to all of us!!!! CHEERS, K.

OOOWWWWW!!! Is what I said after my surgery. For those of you with weak stomachs then please don't read on,,,,
I have been out of sorts for the last two weeks and was debating on telling you the reason why. I have decided to spill the beans and hopefully others who have the same condition or questions can learn from my experience. I had laser hemorrhoid surgery on February 5th. Laser is the way to go!!! I was in the hospital for only 2.5 days and had great doctors and nurses taking care of me. Painful you ask??? Well, actually the first week was a breeze, partly due to the great painkillers I was given, but the second week has been a bit painful. However, I am at the two week mark and just saw the doctor and he said that I am healing very well and can start riding when I wish, depending on the pain. I haven't been brave enough to try yet. I think I will be ready in a couple of days.....

I am still at wonders as to what caused these pesky little suckers, but no one seems to know. I didn't realize how common a condition this one really is. Once you mention it to people, you'd be surprised at how many have had the same surgery done, need the same surgery or know someone in the same boat.
Anyway, any questions, fire away, be happy to answer ha ha!!

I have been busy updating the site, I hope you can tell the new theme I have just finished doing, comments???? What do you think??? Let me know if you would. I like it and it was relatively easy to change, that was the main thing. I am still working on new pages, it all takes time.....

The blue wig comes alive again!!
I had a bit of excitement last weekend. I got to be a Sweet Riders shooter girl again for an event at TRACKS bar in Hakuba this past Saturday. Was by myself this time since my usual helper was at a season opening race that she just happened to win (CONGRATULATIONS YA-CHAN!!!!), nevertheless had record sales!!!
Sold 70 out of 100 people shots!!! It was great but the next time I have decided not to accept shots that are bought for me!!! ARRRG, 6 Red Bull and vodka shooters throughout the night and I was buzzing. It was a great buzz, it is just that I couldn't sleep all night..... ha ha. This is a really fun event and for the next one I will let you know and you should come on out!!! Sunday was full of meetings in order to plan the next Sweet Riders Spring MTB Jamboree on May 19th-20th!!! You must come out and tell your friends, this time it will be bigger and better!! Flyers and posters are being designed as we speak. So excited all ready...