So Megumi is coming to America!

My half-sister half-mother Tokyo dining companion, who probably never stops smiling, who never dumbed down the way she spoke to me, who is the personification of all that is kind and inviting about Japan... is going to spend New Year's Eve with Stef, Ella and I in Chicago!

But the big bonus is that she's going to come back to Lincoln, too.

There's not much else to mention, other than the fact that I'm happy.

It's nice to know that I've made friends who aren't afraid to ask for a place to stay in America; who aren't afraid to spend the money, take a risk, and come see me.

It's going to be absolutely crazy to see her.

And Lis, if you're reading this, you absolutely must hangout with us. I'll be in touch.