> For the longest time, I've been miffed that my
> city has no good Japanese establishments.

Ever go to that Tanuki place in Kennewick? I went there once, and it wasn't too bad.

I will send some stuff home with mom when she comes over next month.

I think it's good to see you using the opportunity to take up new hobbies! :)

Anyway, you're not a bad cook, you just tell yourself you are. If you can read you can cook, and I'm pretty certain you can read. lol

Hang in there with the job hunt! It takes time.

Yay! Shumai and Pork Buns! Maybe some mochi ice cream too?

I'll have to come visit too.

Pork buns and Miso Ramen stuff.

I don't think shumai and ice cream will ship well. ;o)

But if mom brings a cooler than it might make it there ok