Author: Admin
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Love the innovative approach and pioneer spirit
Way to go Double Mountain and Hood River, Oregon.Love the innovative approach and pioneer spirit. We also chose to only package our coffee in reusable glass bottles for the same reason.Plastic liners are in everything, even eco-friendly-looking recycled “paper” coffee bags.
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We think too much and feel too little
“We think too much and feel too little. More than machinery, we need humanity; more than cleverness, we need kindness and gentleness. Without these qualities, life will be violent and all will be lost.”― Charlie Chaplin
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Blessed are…
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. 5 “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. 6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. 7 “Blessed are the…
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Creating healthy interactions
長い間「この山岳地域に暮らす皆とどう関わるべきか？」とか「山の魅力をどう伝えるべきか？」とか「長いスパンで環境問題をどう向き合うべきか？」をずーっと考えてきました。少しづつですがアルプス岳郷の地域づくりの取組みインタビューで答えていると思います。 大切にしていることは①お互いに助け合う事を実行する②人が見える地域やDestination（目的地）を見せる③二人以上で業務を取り組む④一緒に出来る事をさがし続ける⑤正しく「支配」する者に目指すリーダーシップの中で「支え」になる事を探す物と必要な支援を「配る」者は一番優れた姿です。 インタビューの言葉は地元デザイナー・ライターAyako Momijiさんが上手に取りまとめています。FBに出したり、HPに載せたりするのはTsuyoshi Matsushimaさんです。 https://alps-sangakukyo.amebaownd.com For some time now I have been thinking about “how to build healthy interaction in this community?” and “how to share the beauty of the Japanese Alps with others?” and “how to approach the long-term environmental issues we are facing?”.Little by little, we have been answering those questions through…
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Happy 13th Birthday Ezekiel
Since his birth, he has always kept us on our toes. We are so excited to see where God leads this brave young man.I hope I grow up to be as brave and strong and full of energy as you someday. If anyone who reads this has any encouragement for 13-year-old Ezekiel or his parents…
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Life is a tragedy when seen in close-up
「人生は近くで見ると悲劇だが、遠くから見れば喜劇だ」 チャップリン “Life is a tragedy when seen in close-up, but a comedy in long-shot.” Charlie Chaplin
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Happy New Year
We have been enjoying a few first slow days of 2021 here in Norikura Kogen, reflecting on last year and praying for wisdom, courage, and faith for the next.As I think of the new year that is already upon us, I am challenged and encouraged by the words of the disciple Paul from Romans chapter…
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Help adults remember they were a child
“The more of a person we succeed in making a child, the better will both fulfil his own life and serve society.” Charolette Mason
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O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
O Come, O Come, EmmanuelAnd ransom captive IsraelThat mourns in lonely exile hereUntil the Son of God appears RefrainRejoice! Rejoice! EmmanuelShall come to thee O Israel O come, Thou Rod of Jesse, freeThine own from Satan’s tyranny;From depths of hell Thy people save,And give them victory o’er the grave. O come, Thou Dayspring, from on…
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A picture is worth a thousand words
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Well, I think this photo that Hannah took of me at the top of Mt. Okuhotaka sums up 2020 pretty well.This year has been full of challenges that make us feel like we are being blown away and at the same time during those challenges, there…
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A special milestone
Saturday was a really special day for me. I got to take a ride with all 5 of my kids on the first day of the 2020-2021 Ski & Snowboard season.So thankful to live in this beautiful little alpine village called Norikura Kogen.Looking forward to lots more days on the snow with this crew.
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Getting ready for winter
Getting ready for winter in Beautiful Norikura Kogen. Can’t wait for the snow season to start.