And lo, the North Winds blew across the islands, bringing rain and bitter chill. And the men lamented and the women donned garments of wool, chanting, "Samui, ne?" - a fruitless charm against their misfortune.

O is there no balm in Gilliad?!

Aye. For a lone god saw fit to smile upon the wretches of the earth. The god Jihanki-sama in all his multitudes bestowed his blessing on the people.
And the people rejoiced and made glad.




Yes, as of this Monday, the vending machines have hot drinks! Woo-hoo! Finally, I'm in Japan!

Here's a cool link.