Rui (at 4 years old)– 15 today – In hopes that I might find you: When I was fifteen, as you are, I got stuck on this song just as this singer (and guitar player) Molly Tuttle did. She explains that when she first moved from home, she learned that her most precious, loved childhood … More Wandering Boy
“Ten years ago, on a cold dark night” It often seems that those who are gone have died, despite the fact that we still talk to them throughout an ordinary day. I have friends I have never severed ties with who might not recognize me if we passed on a street. Yet they live alongside … More Revolt itself and revolt alone is the creator of light
After spending a few short days together for the holidays this week, our family received this note today from my Dad, Rui’s grandfather, now 92 years of age. Tuesday, December 31, 2019So good to know all arrived home safely. When we were together, I talked about being aware of one’s blessings. I was indeed keenly … More Keep Your Candles Burning – December 31, 2019
I don’t know for how long this film will be up on Youtube, but it is up now! This was an important film for us; extremely important. Its production overlapped with Rui’s abduction to Japan in a period when I did not fully understand the extent and the political significance of Japan’s arrangement of convenience … More ‘From the Shadows’ Documents Japanese Child Abduction as a Way of Life
