A picture taken near Lake Orion by Collie (See? I'm still a Michigan blogger. =3 )

 Collie is like,

"In a strange way.....I am glad you are not sleeping next to me. Because...you would be miserable. I have been coughing in bed for two hours. Yes, probable snoring, and other....but cough is strong and disruptive. I think neighbors might hear me. I'm glad you will sleep peaceful and get rest. I have to awaken in a few hours. Good night Rose."

No, Collie. No matter how you cough or snore, it's way better for me to be able to be with you. Making a get well wish to you. I wish I could rub against you like a cat. (You might fall out of bed, though. :3 )

Hello, Michigan and World. I am Rose writing in Tokyo and Collie is coughing in Michigan.

The picture sent from Collie is mostly a powerful nature landscape in Michigan. If I were in Michigan, it'd be almost food😅, various houses, or cityscape. 

Going to work is suspended for a month, but I might be able to go to work once every two weeks, like every other Tuesday. It is a ray of hope during a kind of sluggish life. Also, I started repainting wood parts of my apartment. I bought small bottles of paint. One is pure white and the other is off-white. Lately I spend most of time at home, so cleaning / repairing a room is constructive! It helps me to live mindfully and hold my life with the greatest level of appreciation. I'm not the only one who feels lonely at times.

Thank you for visiting my blog. Please continue to be careful... Rose💙

high-quality flowers arranged with the image of neat and clean, sophisticated, feminine someone

 I spent my New Year Holidays quietly at my apartment. Just once went out to gather at an open square with my family. We had sushi lunch and after that, enjoyed baked cheesecake for dessert with coffee. My brother boiled water there. Outdoor wood tables made us feel like trying a little camping. Tasting a hot coffee in the cold air is exceptional. It was a sunny winter day of the year end.

I almost stayed alone, however, this beautiful flower arrangement has been with me at home.

These gorgeous flowers were sent from my friend F on December 26th, 2020. Now little buds are blooming pretty flowers. I've never seen such an elegant arrangement in my life. Truly amazing!

I also sent her a flower arrangement in return out of gratitude. But it couldn't be such a refined one like this. Still, Lady F praised it like, having a good sense of style, and said red is the color she loves.

I appreciate her kind words. 

Having a good sense of style... Dear Lady F, you can say that again about this arrangement. I really learned what high quality is from your present. Rather, more of a "great" sense of style than good. 

Later, she told me that she asked the florist to base the design on my image. She described me as neat and clean, sophisticated, and feminine. Oh, wow! I learned how you think of me. I'm very honored. 

I didn't make New Year's resolutions. I will continue studying English naturally, and continue moderate daily exercise / moderate improvement on my skill at work. Those are what I have been doing until now. 

I don't work frantically, otherwise, I can't keep my youth while glowing old. Though I might not afford a high quality lifestyle, I will simply do the best I can. 

Eternal, Pure, Loyalty...  Rose

Rose's simple dishes for New Year's and a simple but hilarious video sent from Collie

 Happy New Year💚💛💙

I hope the New Year finds you in excellent spirit! I am sitting back and relaxing at home for New Year's holiday. The weather is very nice as usual New Year here in Tokyo. I should go out later. 

I made a traditional Japanese soup dish for New Year's, simply for myself, and by rose style❤︎❤︎

Chopstick rests (I'm not putting my chopsticks on one of them, though😅) are lined up. The dog one is Collie and the cat one is Rose. I am with them when I eat. 

On the following morning after New Year's Day, I made banana oatmeal pancake for myself. Other than sliced ones on top, banana is also in the pancake. It's not traditional Japanese food as you know, though😛  I do like simple food when I am at home.

The video Collie sent me on New Year's Day made me laugh.

It's heartwarming & hilarious so I will share it with you. 

Much peace, love and joy to you all in 2021😄 from Collie & Rose.

Each year-end in Tokyo and in Michigan.

Regardless....it is New Years Eve Day.

I don't know why, or it's simply for the new normal that arose after COVID-19, but I just can't get in the holiday spirit this year. You know, it was a strange year.

Baccarat Eternal Lights. The majestic baccarat chandelier from France was set up in Ebisu Garden Place this year again. It's the largest baccarat chandelier in the world. 

For me, the Christmas spirit is not just feeling or doing a Christmassy thing, but rather, appreciating what we have now, and generosity, kindness, charity towards others. All the more reason, "Christmas all year round" becomes deep thinking. 

This year has quickly gone by, just studying a job skill one by one. I'm doing self-study to improve my skill at work even during this holidays! I hope I can get in the holiday spirit next year.

A picturesque sunset in Michigan. Thank you for always sending me the beautiful picture, Collie. 

The pandemic will continue next year. In spite of the site title "Loving Michigan", I am in Tokyo. Still, I can feel Michigan through his pictures. Maybe I can think of it like my blog connects Tokyo, Michigan, and World by posting Michigan pictures. 

There's a lot that happened this year but finally now I'm in good spirits. Thank God!

Guys, this is the last post in 2020. Thank you very much for visiting my blog. 

May you have a wonderful end of the year and a peaceful beginning...

 Good luck to all of us, Rose. 

Hello World! Let's treat ourselves for our hard work in this difficult year 2020. :)

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We were in a difficult situation, but we made the best of it!!!

LOVE & WISHES☆ MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT CHRISTMAS 2020 and more

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LOVE & WISHES

Have you ever seen a STARBUCKS surrounded by Christmas lights trees outdoor?

 At dusk, dim lights in the distance caught my eyes. What is that place?  I'm approaching...

Trees are decorated with Christmas lights in front of a STARBUCKS! I've never seen a STARBUCKS in such a smart environment.

Winter is in the air. It's getting freezing and I bundle up in a blanket these days. Maybe I'll grab some hot drink to warm up. It's full of people, but finally I could get a seat. 

I ordered tall Matcha Latte, unsweetened❤︎❤︎❤︎  I wanted to experience a this year's Christmas version cup at STARBUCKS♪♪♪  Mild taste is gently warming me up... 

Christmas is in the air. ✨✨

Love is in the air.   💕  💕  💕

May you enjoy peace, tranquility, and the comfort of good friends this season.

Make sure you bundle up, Rose