How-tos | GETTING THINGS DONE Jan 5, 2000

Good deeds

by Jean Pearce

I wrote this column before Y2K became a reality instead of a speculation. I had water, a charcoal stove, six cans of tuna, batteries, and the hope that since I was ready, nothing would happen. But I didn't know. Now I do: Being prepared ...

How-tos | GETTING THINGS DONE Dec 26, 1999

Point of view

by Jean Pearce

Here is a count-your-blessings column for the yearend, reminders of what we may miss but also of what we gain by international exposure. First, a list of what Japanese like best about the West, and then, Western views of living in Japan. From Japanese ...