You meet interesting people every day. Or at least I do. That's... really nothing new, I guess. Especially since I work in a cafe. That's... kind of a very public forum. Most of the time it's nothing special. Customer comes in, orders whatever, and moves on so the next person can do the same. Sometimes you never see them again. Sometimes they come back.

But sometimes life enjoys giving you that little surprise to keep you on your toes...

...Perhaps I truly am a student of my studies.

I received a call from the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Space today. Not sure what they wanted. Was at work and couldn't answer. But I'll admit. It's caught my attention. I wonder if this has anything to do with their Christmas Program last year and the part I played in it.

PS. Welcome to Tokyo, Hinata. I hope we didn't scare you too much.

Early Friday morning two weeks late, but hey, it still got to him the following will be found on Neji's doorstep:



( And inside is... )

Insert appropriate note inside (use your imagination?).

A month in China? Really? Don't you think it would've been convenient to tell me that before I came to help out with the restaurant? Honestly, Uncle Katsuro...

No wonder he told me to bring Itoshii with me. I'd hate to think what would've happened if I had just left her behind...

SO, anyways! After a long and unexpected leave of absence... I'm back! Tired and with a hint of noodles, but back. And the first order of business goes to Neji. I'm sorry I missed your birthday. BUT you'll be happy to know that I did manage to pick up something for you while I was away~ Expect it to pop up on your doorstep in a box sometime before the end of the week... as soon as I generate enough energy to wrap it up and send it your way.

Speaking of which, what in the world happened to my apartment? I thought I told you guys to stay out of trouble while I was gone. You know who I'm talking to. 8/

Meanwhile, I'll be returning to my barista duties on Thursday. I think after my not-so-vacation, a day of rest is in order. Which means... Keebs? Naruto? Your muffins will be waiting for you when you come in for lunch.