Obsidian Perspective 2020: Dawn of a New Decade

New year, new ambitions.

Volunteering at Yokosuka Navy Base and Being Photographed for a Japanese Newspaper

My big cheese smile made it to one the major newspapers here in Japan.

Sending My Kid to Japanese School

I’m always proud of my daughter’s ability to speak Japanese. A skill attained from taking advantage of our life living overseas.

Now, a Father of Two

I’m a dad, again. We recently had a son born fat and healthy. No matter how many children you have, there’s always anxiety associated with child birth. It’s freaking nerve racking. As a man, I can only do my best to provide emotional support to push through the experience… I think that’s the difficult part […]

Attending the Most Controversial Festival in Japan: Kanamara Matsuri

While this post was created for educational purposes, it’s inevitable that some might find it’s content to be lewd and offensive. We’re all entitled to our points of view, but this is Obsidian Perspective. Reader discretion is advised.

Greece: My Introductory European State

Thinking back on my first time in Europe. It seem’s like forever ago.