thanks papa day

thanks papa day
Originally uploaded by Dinkins - Made in Japan.

The Japanese have adopted some of the American holidays, or at least the marketers have. One such sign at the mall read, "thanks papa day." Anyway, I found that amusing. So my first Father's Day was enjoyable. Roxy got me Chicken Soup for the Father's Soul. We spent a good portion of the day shopping for Japanese things we won't be able to get when we move, mainly at the 100 yen store, one of the most attractive things in Japan. All sorts of stuff for about 95 cents, the Dollar Store doesn't even come close. We also took a stroll at Swan Park and ate udon for lunch to round out a wonderful day. Wow, I'm a papa!