I'm still here.

Hello Cocologgers,                          I'm still here trying to figure out who to video interview next, but it seems that some people are a little camera-shy. I can understand your reasons for not wanting to be videotaped, but if you don't want to do a video, I would still love to post your comments or even your audio files here if you'd like to leave a message on my blog. I believe that even a few positive and encouraging words can help to those of us out there going in need right now. Help me send messages of hope to the people of Japan. I'm sincerely speaking from the bottom of my heart to anyone out there willing to listen. Smitty

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Meiji Jingumae's Power Spot

Hello Cocologgers, I know it's been almost a year since I've written anything on my blog, but I thought today would be a good time to share some positive info with you. Yesterday I visited a power spot that was recommended to me by one of my students. I know, some of you think this is crazy. I usually don't believe in things like this, but who knows if it actually works or not. These places started becoming popular in Japan around 2 years ago, from what I was told. Anyway, in the beginning, my reasons for going there were to see the crowd and if it was true that I would have to wait several hours just to get close to it. Well, I must have been lucky or the powers were working in my favor because I was able to see it in less than 5 minutes or so. Maybe this power spot's popularity has died down a little or not so many people know about it because when I arrived, there were only a few whorshippers. The only drawback to places like this is trying to get good pictures because someone is always getting in front of...

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This has nothing to do with teaching English.

日本仕様　正規品　ジーニー　インスタントラインスムーサー　 アメリカで大ヒット！ストレッチ成分配合メイク下地　 インスタントラインスムーザー　ジーニー Hello Cocologgers. This is a special posting that I found yesterday on the tube which I think a lot of the ladies out there ...

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Laundromat Disco Bars & Pig Tattoos

Hello Cocologgers. I hope you enjoyed your New Year and Christmas holidays. I've decided that this year I'm only going to give you the craziest and funniest videos  I find. We all need a good laugh from time to time. See ya! Mr. Smith a.k.a. Smitty Skype name: mr.g65 Student's Comments on: MySpace My School: English 2000 My Store: What's New In New York You-Tube: An Idiom A Day Keep The Teacher Away!

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Listen to how Sarah Jessica Parker tells it.

Hello Cocologgers,                         Hope you had a Merry Christmas! See ya! Mr. Smith a.k.a. Smitty Skype name: mr.g65 Student's Comments on: MySpace My School: English 2000 My Store: What's New In New York You-Tube: An Idiom A Day Keep The Teacher Away!

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It's hot out here!

Hello Cocologgers, I'm on my way to work to teach Business English in Soga, Chiba today. I like the job, but unfortunately, it's so hot out here. It wouldn't be so bad if I didn't have to dress up, but that's the rule. Anyway, stay in the shade and try to keep cool. See ya! Mr. Smith a.k.a. Smitty Skype name: mr.g65 Student's Comments on: MySpace My School: English 2000 My Store: What's New In New York You-Tube: An Idiom A Day Keep The Teacher Away!

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Have a safe trip home!

Hello Cocologgers, I know I haven't been around for a while. I've been working out a few ups and downs I'm experiencing right now and trying to get back on the right track. You know, things don't always happen the way we plan them, but I'm trying to make sure mine do in the future. I wish I were taking a trip back home too. Unfortunately, this summer I'll be starting a short, and hopefully, funny weekly video show for my blogs. I'm not saying when, but I hope you get a chance to check it out. Take care and have a nice Bon festival with your family and friends. See ya! Mr. Smith a.k.a. Smitty Skype name: mr.g65 Student's Comments on: MySpace My School: English 2000 My Store: What's New In New York You-Tube: An Idiom A Day Keep The Teacher Away!

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From Me to You

Hello Cocologgers. I've left a special message for all of you here. Take care and have a nice day. Mr. Smith a.k.a. Smitty Skype name: mr.g65 Student's Comments on: MySpace My School: English 2000 My Store: What's New In New York You-Tube: An Idiom A Day Keep The Teacher Away!

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For Me, My True Life Begins Today.

Hello Cocologgers. I'm very happy today to have witnessed my country, America, appoint an African-American like myself to be the first and 44th President of America. I never thought I'd see this happen in my lifetime, but now that it has, I feel like my life has just began. President Barack Hussein Obama is not only my president, but I feel that he's a president to the international community as well. I wish him the best of luck and he has my support and loyalty a hundred percent. Today's a new day. Take care and I hope you all have a nice day. Mr. Smith a.k.a. Smitty Skype name: mr.g65 Student's Comments on: MySpace My School: English 2000 My Store: What's New In New York You-Tube: An Idiom A Day Keep The Teacher Away!

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I'm Still Here!

Hello Cocologgers. First and foremost, I'd like to wish each and everyone of you a belated Happy New! I really hope that you and all your loved-ones are doing fine and had a nice time on Dec. 31st and Jan. 1st. I spent this New Year's Eve quietly thinking about how I would begin this year. At the moment, I'm experiencing a little bit of writer's block and can't decide what/which topic/topics I'd like to use. I have so many that it's making it very difficult for me to decide. Plus, business is getting busier, I'm back on my horn and I have a lot of things I'd like to learn and study this year. Anyway, don't count me out, I'm still here and when I do start my next vlog, a-log or blog, it's gonna be good. Don't worry, this happens to everyone. Please take care and keep in touch. Peace! Mr. Smith a.k.a. Smitty Skype name: mr.g65 Student's Comments on: MySpace My School: English 2000 My Store: What's New In New York You-Tube: An Idiom A Day Keep The Teacher Away By the way, a few of my friends from high school may be coming to Japan this...

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