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  •  allows me to periodically share some interesting stuff about Japanese culture  
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Nov. 27, 2023 - "O Holy Night" by father-son opera singers Paul Hartfield Sr. & Robert Hartfield

My all-time favorite rendition of this sacred Christmas song by the best father-son opera duo ever. Raised in the East Texas city of Lufkin and a graduate of the famed Stephen F. Austin State University music school, international opera singer Paul Hartfield is in style and spirit a true Italian tenor.

Mr. Hartfield earned a number of America's most prestigious singing awards early in his career, and was very soon singing with the Lyric Opera of Chicago, New York City Opera, Houston Grand Opera, Greater Miami Opera, Seattle Opera, Kansas City Opera, Utah Opera, Tampa Bay Opera, and San Diego Opera.

Mr. Hartfield's international engagements have included the Theatre des Champs-Elysees, Opera de Monte Carlo, Teatro Comunale di Bologna, the Bel Canto Festival (France), Hong Kong Opera, and Cape Town Opera.

By all means, don't miss the finale beginning around the 4:08 mark which sends chills down my spine every time I hear it. A very Merry Christmas, everyone...



​​O Holy Night - Paul Hartfield Sr. & Robert Hartfield
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)

[I had the pleasure of meeting Paul back in his college days in Nacogdoches thru Ted Stewart, a mutual friend, who also studied opera at SFASU. I absolutely LOVE this beautiful song, "It is Well with My Soul," that Paul sang at Ted's funeral 15 years ago. By all means, don't miss the amazing crescendo in this song starting at the 4:20 mark where you can hear Paul's gifted operatic voice!]




Nov. 15, 2023 - Singing is good for you!

HOW SINGING AFFECTS OUR HEALTH:
  • Singing informs the body the "right" vibrations that increase our vitality;
  • During singing, special chemicals are produced in the human brain that help us feel peace and joy;
  • Singing improves blood circulation in the throat area, which has a beneficial effect on the vocal chords and numerous lymph nodes in the throat and therefore significantly increases local immunity (in other words, we less often get colds);
  • Improving the blood supply while singing leads to an increase in brain activity: it begins to work more intensively, memory improves, any information is easier to perceive;
  • Singing is very beneficial for lung diseases, as it works as a breathing gymnastics, which promotes chest development, proper breathing, and significantly reduces the number of acute lung conditions;
  • With regular singing, the levels of immunoglobulin and hydrocortizone, which are signs of good immunity, increase in the body;
  • Methods have been developed that treat hiccups through singing and help improve diction;
  • Singing is even used in the fight against obesity: sometimes it is available to overweight people when they feel hungry, instead of eating, they can just sing 2 or 3 songs.
Attention, girls! Singing improves blood supply to the head area and generally rejuvenates the body while skin condition improves.

This is why experts recommend singing at least 5 minutes a day, equating singing to physical exercise.


Singing is good for you!
Singing is good for you!




Nov. 6, 2023 - Propaganda Exposed! [UNCENSORED] docu-series

In my daily ongoing search for truth, an interesting news story crossed my radar the other day. If like me you are tired of fake news & all the lies we've been fed over the past several years, you may have an interest in the free 9-day (Nov. 1-9) Propaganda Exposed! [UNCENSORED] docu-series by Charlene & Ty Bollinger, founders of TheTruthAboutCancer.com.

If so, it's not too late to watch the trailer & sign up here: https://propaganda-exposed.com/ (Episode 5 is presently airing, as we speak.)

The video below is a sneak preview of the 1st part of the final Episode 9 which will air Nov. 9.



Propaganda Exposed! [UNCENSORED], Episode 9
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at Rumble here.)




Nov. 2, 2023 - Murders, cartels, squalor: Colony Ridge just northeast of Houston, Texas is a haven for illegal aliens

Just 35 miles northeast of Houston lies Colony Ridge (“Terrenos Houston” in Spanish), a sprawl of homes, trailers and even tents, is home to as many as 75,000 people in an area at least 50 percent bigger than Manhattan.

One of the biggest housing developments in the country has become a no-go zone, a home to criminals and drug cartels, and a magnet for illegal immigration.

The 40-square-mile development on unincorporated land in Liberty County was launched 15 years ago & its latest and largest subdivision, when complete, will hold 30,000 lots.

The developers offer owner financing to prospective buyers, meaning undocumented migrants can bypass the credit rating and proof of residency required for traditional bank loans.

But once they put down a small down payment, buyers have to pay credit card-style interest rates of up to 15 percent as well as hefty fees for water and sewage hookup.

The owners are accused of preying on people, especially migrants, by advertising a 1950s-style fantasy of suburban home ownership that in reality is a vast, shoddily constructed, environmentally unsafe trailer park run on predatory lending practices.

Source: New York Post



Murders, cartels, squalor: Colony Ridge just northeast of Houston, Texas is a haven for illegal aliens
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)


Location and size of Colony Ridge
Location and size of Colony Ridge
(image courtesy New York Post)




Oct. 27, 2023 - U.S. government is warning Americans not to travel to these countries right now

After the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas that has increased tensions across the Middle East, the U.S. State Department has issued a worldwide caution alert on Oct. 20 for Americans traveling abroad.

The State Department issues travel advisory levels for more than 200 countries, with advisories ranging from Level 1 to Level 4. Generally, Level 4 (Do Not Travel) countries (marked in red in the map below) have a high risk of unrest, terrorism, or conflict, which means that people likely shouldn't travel there.

At least 21 countries around the world have a Level 4 advisory; they include Haiti, Russia, Ukraine, North Korea, Belarus, Venezuela, Myanmar (formerly known as Burma), Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Somalia, Yemen, and Israel, among others.

Source: ZeroHedge

Travel Advisories for all countries, U.S. State Dept.


Americans should not travel to these countries
Countries marked in red are places where Americans should not travel.
(U.S. State Department/screenshot via The Epoch Times)




Oct. 18, 2023 - A Christmas Gift - 20th Year

"Finally, after 4 years of waiting, we can hold 'A Christmas Gift - 20th Year'! We are excited to celebrate this year's event with a wonderful group of talented artists. Please mark your calendars and join us on this very special day!!"

Franciscan Chapel Center, Roppongi, Tokyo
Fri. Dec. 15, 2023, 7 pm
Presented by The Voice Music project, and organized & led by Ms. Charito Vergara

One of the most prominent jazz vocalists in Japan, Charito has achieved global recognition with her ​voice,​ expression, and musical artistry.​ Aside from her professional and successful music career, Charito acts as the founder of the nonprofit group "Because We ​Care" that is dedicated to spearheading and supporting various charity works focused on creating a better future for children in need in both Japan and the Philippines.

Christmas Gift 2023 flyer
A Christmas Gift - 20th Year
(a larger image of the poster above can be viewed here: The Voice Music




Oct. 10, 2023 - New “Ain’t No Rock and Roll” song calls out rock stars who pushed compliance with Covid-19 & vaccine mandates

Brad Skistimas of Five Times August in his new music video “Ain’t No Rock and Roll” calls out legendary rock stars who sold out during the Covid-19 pandemic, resulting in the needless deaths of millions across the globe.

The music video below features images, previous headlines, and quotes of legacy rock stars including Neil Young, Gene Simmons of KISS, Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones, and Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters among others (*) who threw their support behind government mandates, performed shows exclusively for the vaccinated, and shunned fans who questioned government mandates.

(*) Lady Gaga, John Legend, Elton John, Pink, Bruce Springsteen, Queen, Brian May, Dead & Company, & Green Day



“Ain’t No Rock and Roll” by Five Times August
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)




Oct. 7, 2023 - Triple Trouble band at What the Dickens in Tokyo

Great classic rock tunes Friday night by the Triple Trouble band led by a couple of extremely talented Canadian guys. Don't miss all the wild dancing & stunning electric guitar solo in the "Move It On Over" song.



Triple Trouble, What the Dickens, Tokyo, Oct. 6, 2023
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)

0:00 Dead Flowers, The Rolling Stones
3:52 Two Dollar Bill, old bluegrass classic
8:28 Stay Home Blues, Damian MacIntosh
12:57 Paint It Black, The Rolling Stones
17:29 I'd Love to Change the World, Ten Years After
20:54 Crossroads, Cream
25:44 Move It On Over, Hank Williams
29:50 Lucky Man, Emerson, Lake & Palmer




Oct. 5, 2023 - You were right...

...People don't land on their feet! laughing icon


You were right...
You were right... People don't land on their feet! smiley




Oct. 3, 2023 - Aurora, Ontario in Canada says NO to 15-minute cities!



Aurora, Ontario in Canada says NO to 15-minute cities!
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)


15-Minute City: This Statement Should Be Read At Every City Council Meeting In America
(transcript of Joel Sussman statement at the Aurora, Ontario City Council meeting on Sept. 21, 2023)




Sept. 28, 2023 - Texas GOP Passes Unanimous Resolution Calling For Special Legislative Session On Colony Ridge

The Texas Republican Party Chairman says massive illegal immigrant development just northeast of Houston highlighted by The Daily Wire should be a 'grave concern for all Texans'.

The Daily Wire’s investigation of the development noted that “the developer allows for illegal aliens to obtain loans to purchase land using Individual Tax ID Numbers (ITINs) instead of Social Security Numbers” and that Colony Ridge “has grown to an estimated 50,000 to 75,000 inhabitants and spans over 60 square miles.”

Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick said “We can’t have entire cities of people who are here illegally with basically no law enforcement, in some cases I’m told no running water, it’s a very dangerous place to be. This is not what America was built on. This massive complex of people here illegally creating their own city just north of Houston, it's just unacceptable.”

Read more...




Sept. 28, 2023 - San Jacinto County in Texas approves Declaration of Local Disaster

In June 2023 the San Jacinto County Commissioners Court approved a Declaration of Local Disaster due to increased drug smuggling & a spike in the local crime rate. Murders (one by a Mexican national, another by a Pakistani air force officer), prostitution, sex trafficking, marijuana grow houses run by Cuban nationals (in one raid over 400 lbs. & 180 trees were seized, some of them nearly 9 ft. tall, with an estimated market value of over $700,000), meth labs, gambling, a cock fighting ring run by Vietnamese nationals, dog fighting, etc.

Organized crime syndicates aiding and abetting these illegal activities and who've carved out their own territories in the county include the Jalisco New Generation cartel, Gulf cartel, Los Zetas cartel, & Sinaloa cartel.

San Jacinto County is located just north of Houston, Texas and over 200 miles from the southern U.S.-Mexico border. This rural county and the surrounding areas, including Liberty County, have seen an explosion of migrant settlement and increasing criminal cartel activity.

In this 24-min. interview, San Jacinto County Sheriff Greg Capers joins Todd Bensman, a Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies to discuss how lax federal border security is straining the ability to police his jurisdiction. Sheriff Capers explains how, with a small county budget and reactive policing, there is a need for increased cooperation and funding from both the state and federal authorities.



  (If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)


Recommended follow-up reading: Texas Massacre Happened in America’s Largest Illegal Immigrant Camp "Colonia" just outside of Houston




Sept. 24, 2023 - Menopausal Women at the Mall

Road rage and class war escalate into a demolition derby at the local mall. Way too much testosterone! smiley



  (If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)
Priceless!! smiley




Sept. 21, 2023 - In Texas don't get Barbie-Qued! smiley


Barbie-Q
Barbie-Q
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Sept. 17, 2023 - Flash mob smash-and-grab robbers hit a Nordstrom store in Los Angeles

Dozens of robbers last month stole more than $300,000 worth of merchandise from the Nordstrom store in Westfield Topanga Shopping Center in Los Angeles.



Flash mob smash-and-grab robbers hit a Nordstrom store in Los Angeles
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)




Sept. 12, 2023 - “Until Proven Otherwise”

Two world renowned cardiologists independently reached the same medical conclusion. Dr. Peter McCullough, MD, MPH, and Dr. Aseem Malhotra, MD have stated that their medical opinion is that the recent surge in worldwide sudden deaths, especially in young people, are caused by the Covid-19 mRNA vaccines, "until proven otherwise."



“Until Proven Otherwise”— featuring cardiologists Dr. Peter McCullough & Dr. Aseem Malhotra
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at Rumble here.)




Sept. 9, 2023 - Japanese rainbow flowers

A new surprise addition at the local florist. Never a dull moment in the Land of the Rising Sun... smiley


 Japanese rainbow flowers
Japanese rainbow flowers on sale at a Tokyo florist




Aug. 16, 2023 - "Rich Men North Of Richmond" by Oliver Anthony

Over 14 million views in only 7 days. Wow. "Oliver resides in Farmville, VA with his 3 dogs and a plot of land he plans on turning into a small farm to raise livestock. He notes his biggest influence as Hank Williams, Jr. Oliver wants to give hope to the working class and your average hard working young man who may have lost hope in the grind of trying to get by."



"Rich Men North Of Richmond" by Oliver Anthony
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)

Lyrics:

I've been sellin' my soul, workin' all day
Overtime hours for bullshit pay
So I can sit out here and waste my life away
Drag back home and drown my troubles away

It's a damn shame what the world's gotten to
For people like me and people like you
Wish I could just wake up and it not be true
But it is, oh, it is

Livin' in the new world
With an old soul
These rich men north of Richmond
Lord knows they all just wanna have total control
Wanna know what you think, wanna know what you do
And they don't think you know, but I know that you do
'Cause your dollar ain't shit and it's taxed to no end
'Cause of rich men north of Richmond

I wish politicians would look out for miners
And not just minors on an island somewhere
Lord, we got folks in the street, ain't got nothin' to eat
And the obese milkin' welfare

Well, God, if you're 5-foot-3 and you're 300 pounds
Taxes ought not to pay for your bags of fudge rounds
Young men are puttin' themselves six feet in the ground
'Cause all this damn country does is keep on kickin' them down

Lord, it's a damn shame what the world's gotten to
For people like me and people like you
Wish I could just wake up and it not be true
But it is, oh, it is

Livin' in the new world
With an old soul
These rich men north of Richmond
Lord knows they all just wanna have total control
Wanna know what you think, wanna know what you do
And they don't think you know, but I know that you do
'Cause your dollar ain't shit and it's taxed to no end
'Cause of rich men north of Richmond

I've been sellin' my soul, workin' all day
Overtime hours for bullshit pay




Aug. 7, 2023 - Summer 2023 Tokyo Fireworks Shows (花火大会)

It's that exciting time of year again! Because of the pandemic, for the 1st time in 4 years an uncountable number of fireworks shows are now being held around the Tokyo metroplex this summer. I counted 7 that occurred on Sat. Aug. 5 alone.

If you have a spare couple minutes, you might enjoy the grand finale of the fireworks show I saw recently that I've jazzed up a bit with the Indy Jones theme song... laughing icon



Tokyo Fireworks Show (花火大会) Grand Finale, July 2023
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)




July 31, 2023 - Southern American English

Two good ol' boys from the southern U.S. catch up at their 10-year high school reunion. This 3-minute dialogue was used in a 2002 project to educate Japanese learners of English with one of the various regional & ethnic dialects common in everyday American conversations.

3-min. Southern English conversation




July 27, 2023 - Groundbreaking documentary "REMEDY" reveals The Truth About Vaccines



Groundbreaking documentary "REMEDY" reveals The Truth About Vaccines, Episode 1
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at Rumble here.)

Remedy is an 8-episode docu-series starting July 26 revealing The Truth About Vaccines, brought to you by Ty & Charlene Bollinger. To watch the complete documentary and all 8 episodes for free, go to: https://remedy.film/
 



July 22, 2023 - The "Sound of Freedom" movie

This movie is the incredible true story of a former government agent turned vigilante who embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue hundreds of children from sex traffickers.

It exposes one of the greatest evils on this earth -- human trafficking, the fastest growing international crime network that the world has ever seen. This cruel industry has already passed the illegal arms trade and soon will pass the illegal drug trade. You can sell a bag of cocaine only one time, but a helpless, enslaved child can be sex trafficked 5-10 times a day.

The lead role is played by Hollywood actor Jim Caviezel, who starred as Jesus in the 2004 movie "The Passion of the Christ."

The Sound of Freedom film was released on July 4, 2023 by Angel Studios, and has so far grossed over $104 million worldwide on only a $14.5 million budget. This compares to a budget of ~$295 million for the new Indy Jones movie and ~$290 million for the new Mission Impossible movie, both of which were also released within the past few weeks.


Sound of Freedom movie trailer
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)




July 14, 2023 - Dr. Fauci gets HILARIOUSLY SLAMMED by Dana Carvey & David Spade



Dr. Fauci gets HILARIOUSLY SLAMMED by Dana Carvey & David Spade
(If player above is not visible, you can view video at YouTube here.)




July 3, 2023 - All of my ebooks are now FREE!

For the entire month of July, all 4 of my ebooks I've published thru the years at Smashwords, the world's largest publisher of indie ebooks, are now a free download in 6 different formats as part of their annual summer sale. These ebooks include my 2013 ebook, "Climbing Mt. Fuji: Tips, Q&A, and Climber Stories," published shortly after Mt. Fuji was named as a World Heritage Site. Links to all 4 titles are on my Smashwords profile page.







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Nov 27, 2023

"O Holy Night" by father-son opera singers Paul Hartfield Sr. & Robert Hartfield

My all-time favorite rendition of this sacred Christmas song by the best father-son opera duo ever. Raised in the East Texas city of Lufkin and a graduate of the famed Stephen F. Austin State University music school, international opera singer Paul Hartfield is in style and spirit a true Italian tenor.

Mr. Hartfield's international engagements have included the Theatre des Champs-Elysees, Opera de Monte Carlo, Teatro Comunale di Bologna, the Bel Canto Festival (France), Hong Kong Opera, and Cape Town Opera.

By all means, don't miss the finale beginning around the 4:08 mark which sends chills down my spine every time I hear it. A very Merry Christmas, everyone...

(click link to view stunning video)

Continue reading ""O Holy Night" by father-son opera singers Paul Hartfield Sr. & Robert Hartfield"

Nov 27, 2023

Gary J. Wolff's Blog

Gary J. Wolff's blog keeps you up-to-date with my everyday life in Japan, as well as recent additions/changes to the GaryJWolff.com website.

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Nov 27, 2023

Singing is good for you!

HOW SINGING AFFECTS OUR HEALTH:

- Singing informs the body the "right" vibrations that increase our vitality;
- During singing, special chemicals are produced in the human brain that help us feel peace and joy;
- Singing improves blood circulation in the throat area, which has a beneficial effect on the vocal chords and numerous lymph nodes in the throat and therefore significantly increases local immunity (in other words, we less often get colds);
- Improving the blood supply while singing leads to an increase in brain activity: it begins to work more intensively, memory improves, any information is easier to perceive;
- Singing is very beneficial for lung diseases, as it works as a breathing gymnastics, which promotes chest development, proper breathing, and significantly reduces the number of acute lung conditions;
- With regular singing, the levels of immunoglobulin and hydrocortizone, which are signs of good immunity, increase in the body;
- Methods have been developed that treat hiccups through singing and help improve diction;
- Singing is even used in the fight against obesity: sometimes it is available to overweight people when they feel hungry, instead of eating, they can just sing 2 or 3 songs.

Attention, girls! Singing improves blood supply to the head area and generally rejuvenates the body while skin condition improves.

This is why experts recommend singing at least 5 minutes a day, equating singing to physical exercise.

Continue reading "Singing is good for you!"

Nov 22, 2023

Keep it up!

I just love this page, it is really interesting! :D

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Nov 12, 2023

Mt. Kita-dake (北岳), elev. 3193m, Japan's 2nd Highest Mountain

Pics, maps, and trail description of my Oct. 1993 hike to the top of the easily accessible Mt. Kita-dake, elev. 3193m, Japan's 2nd highest mountain.

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Nov 12, 2023

Preparing and Presenting Scientific Posters

Online resources for preparing and presenting scientific posters, including design layout, sample posters, poster templates, and sample student posters.

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Nov 12, 2023

Strongest Ever Japan Earthquake and Tsunami, News updates for May 14-20, 2011

May 14-20, 2011 news updates for the strongest ever Japan earthquake and tsunami on Mar. 11, 2011, including maps, photos, and videos.

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Nov 12, 2023

Mt. Ai-no-dake (間ノ岳) and Mt. Shiomi-dake (塩見岳), Japan's 4th & 16th Highest Mountains

Pics, maps, and trail description of my Sept. 1996 climb of Mt. Ai-no-dake (3189m) and Mt. Shiomi-dake, 3047m, Japan's 4th & 16th highest mountains.

Continue reading "Mt. Ai-no-dake (間ノ岳) and Mt. Shiomi-dake (塩見岳), Japan's 4th & 16th Highest Mountains"

Nov 12, 2023

Mt. Senjo-ga-take (仙丈ヶ岳) and Mt. Kai-koma-ga-dake (甲斐駒ヶ岳), Japan's 18th & 24th highest peaks

Pics, maps, and trail description of my Aug. 1997 climb of Mt. Senjo-ga-take and Mt. Kai-koma-ga-dake in the Southern Japan Alps.

Continue reading "Mt. Senjo-ga-take (仙丈ヶ岳) and Mt. Kai-koma-ga-dake (甲斐駒ヶ岳), Japan's 18th & 24th highest peaks"

Nov 12, 2023

Strongest Ever Japan Earthquake and Tsunami, News updates for April 2-8, 2011

April 2-8, 2011 news updates for the strongest ever Japan earthquake and tsunami on Mar. 11, 2011, including maps, photos, and videos.

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Nov 12, 2023

Mt. Notori-dake (農鳥岳) and the Shiranesanzan (白根三山)

Pics, maps, and trail description of my Aug. 2011 climb of Mt. Notori-dake and the Shiranesanzan in the Southern Japan Alps.

Continue reading "Mt. Notori-dake (農鳥岳) and the Shiranesanzan (白根三山)"

Nov 09, 2023

How To Climb Mt. Fuji: My Subashiri Trail Experience

Climbing to the summit of Mt. Fuji was one of the highlights of my Japan trip. Here, I share practical tips on hiking it, particularly the Subashiri Trail, one of the quieter and more scenic trails. This post covers:

- Hike difficulty, length, and safety
- Trail options & pros/cons of each
- How to get to Mt. Fuji
- Where to stay
- What to expect on an overnight stay
- What to wear and pack
- 2-day Mt. Fuji itinerary

(continued.... click link to read very detailed tips from Lukiih on climbing Mt. Fuji's Subashiri Trail)

Continue reading "How To Climb Mt. Fuji: My Subashiri Trail Experience"

Nov 09, 2023

Climbing Mt. Fuji - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Page 2

Page 2 of the most frequently asked questions about climbing Mt. Fuji, including info on routes, maps, videos, transport access, weather, and climber stories.

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Nov 06, 2023

Propaganda Exposed! [UNCENSORED] docu-series

In my daily ongoing search for truth, an interesting news story crossed my radar the other day. If like me you are tired of fake news & all the lies we've been fed over the past several years, you may have an interest in the free 9-day (Nov. 1-9) Propaganda Exposed! [UNCENSORED] docu-series by Charlene & Ty Bollinger, founders of TheTruthAboutCancer.com.

If so, it's not too late to watch the trailer & sign up here: https://propaganda-exposed.com/ (Episode 5 is presently airing, as we speak.)

The video below is a sneak preview of the 1st part of the final Episode 9 which will air Nov. 9.

(click link to view Episode 9 video)

Continue reading "Propaganda Exposed! [UNCENSORED] docu-series"

Nov 02, 2023

Murders, cartels, squalor: Colony Ridge just northeast of Houston, Texas is a haven for illegal aliens

Just 35 miles northeast of Houston lies Colony Ridge (“Terrenos Houston” in Spanish), a sprawl of homes, trailers and even tents, is home to as many as 75,000 people in an area at least 50 percent bigger than Manhattan.

One of the biggest housing developments in the country has become a no-go area, a home to criminals and drug cartels, and a magnet for illegal immigration.

The 40-square-mile development on unincorporated land in Liberty County was launched 15 years ago & its latest and largest subdivision, when complete, will hold 30,000 lots.

The developers offer owner financing to prospective buyers, meaning undocumented migrants can bypass the credit rating and proof of residency required for traditional bank loans.

But once they put down a small down payment, buyers have to pay credit card-style interest rates of up to 15 percent as well as hefty fees for water and sewage hookup.

The owners are accused of preying on people, especially migrants, by advertising a 1950s-style fantasy of suburban home ownership that in reality is a vast, shoddily constructed, environmentally unsafe trailer park run on predatory lending practices.

(click link to view video & location and size of Colony Ridge)

Continue reading "Murders, cartels, squalor: Colony Ridge just northeast of Houston, Texas is a haven for illegal aliens"

Nov 01, 2023

Climbing Mt. Fuji - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The most frequently asked questions about climbing Mt. Fuji, including info on routes, maps, videos, transport access, traffic stats, weather, and climber stories.

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Oct 27, 2023

U.S. government is warning Americans not to travel to these countries right now

After the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas that has increased tensions across the Middle East, the U.S. State Department has issued a worldwide caution alert on Oct. 20 for Americans traveling abroad.

The State Department issues travel advisory levels for more than 200 countries, with advisories ranging from Level 1 to Level 4. Generally, Level 4 (Do Not Travel) countries (marked in red in the map below) have a high risk of unrest, terrorism, or conflict, which means that people likely shouldn't travel there.

At least 21 countries around the world have a Level 4 advisory; they include Haiti, Russia, Ukraine, North Korea, Belarus, Venezuela, Myanmar (formerly known as Burma), Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Somalia, Yemen, and Israel, among others.

(click link to see world map of Level 4 (Do not Travel) countries)

Continue reading "U.S. government is warning Americans not to travel to these countries right now"

Oct 23, 2023

Gary J. Wolff's Blog Archives, July-September, 2013

Posts include the passing of my good friend Don Davis in July, the release of my new Climbing Mt. Fuji book, and my September Texas vacation pics.

Continue reading "Gary J. Wolff's Blog Archives, July-September, 2013"

Oct 19, 2023

Would you recommend climbing Mt. Shirouma-dake around November 13-15?

Me and a friend is wanting to hike mt shirouma in November. I have been researching and saw there are multiple trailheads any recommendations on that also.

Continue reading "Would you recommend climbing Mt. Shirouma-dake around November 13-15?"

Oct 18, 2023

A Christmas Gift - 20th Year

"Finally, after 4 years of waiting, we can hold 'A Christmas Gift - 20th Year'! We are excited to celebrate this year's event with a wonderful group of talented artists. Please mark your calendars and join us on this very special day!!"

Franciscan Chapel Center, Roppongi, TokyoFri. Dec. 15, 2023, 7 pmPresented by The Voice Music project, and organized & led by Ms. Charito Vergara

One of the most prominent jazz vocalists in Japan, Charito has achieved global recognition with her ​voice,​ expression, and musical artistry.​​ Aside from her professional and successful music career, Charito acts as the founder of the nonprofit group "Because We ​Care" that is dedicated to spearheading and supporting various charity works focused on creating a better future for children in need in both Japan and the Philippines.

(click link to view concert poster)

Continue reading "A Christmas Gift - 20th Year"





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  1. "O Holy Night" by father-son opera singers Paul Hartfield Sr. & Robert Hartfield

    Nov 27, 23 06:11 AM

    My all-time favorite rendition of this sacred Christmas song by the best father-son opera duo ever. Raised in the East Texas city of Lufkin and a graduate of the famed Stephen F. Austin State Universi…

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  2. Gary J. Wolff's Blog

    Nov 27, 23 06:05 AM

    Gary J. Wolff's blog keeps you up-to-date with my everyday life in Japan, as well as recent additions/changes to the GaryJWolff.com website.

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  3. Singing is good for you!

    Nov 27, 23 06:00 AM

    HOW SINGING AFFECTS OUR HEALTH: - Singing informs the body the "right" vibrations that increase our vitality;
    - During singing, special chemicals are produced in the human brain that help us feel peace…

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