Hi, I'm the mother of a vibrant and inquisitive 4-year-old and Navy wife. My family and I recently returned from a three-year assignment in Yokosuka, Japan, which was fascinating. I work full-time in the public affairs department at a private university and as a freelance journalist. Yes, I'm busy, but it works for me. I started blogging kind of by accident. People always ask what it was like living in Japan, and friends who know others moving there refer them to me for tips on everything from Japanese housing to hair products. I was emailing advice constantly, so, I figured if I could give tips to them, I might be able to give tips to others.