Status Updates From While I Was Away

In Japan, we learn cultural differences between Kansas and Japan. We also get to meet her aunt, uncle, and cousins!

5/23/26

Waka tells her friends, and us, about her trip and all the things she’s going to miss. Her teacher comforts her with a smile. I think that’ll come back later… The smile.

Then, she sets off on her trip.

5/23/26

Waka works hard to accomplish Operation Stay in Kansas. Her mother works on Plan Ruin Waka's Life. That's what Waka calls it. In the end, her mom wins; she doesn't.

5/21/26

Waka works hard to accomplish Operation Stay in Kansas. Her mother works on Plan Ruin Waka’s Life. That’s what Waka calls it. In the end, her mom wins; she doesn’t.

5/21/26