I am back! How have you been? A few months ago, we finally flew to my homeland, Japan. So I am writing this post from the house where I grew up! It's been quite a journey. You have no idea how much bureaucracy and nonsense we had to deal with, thanks to our government still closes the border and sets a lot of restrictions for those who, even Japanese citizens, wish to cross it.  Contrary to the life in Europe which was almost back to normal by the time we left there, life here is very quiet under the state of emergency being repeatedly extended.  Due to that, the kindergartens are still closed for toddlers, kids' events in the community have constantly been cancelled, and my son hardly ever gets to meet new friends of his age.  Nevertheless, I am so happy to be home. Most importantly, our son finally met his Japanese grand parents and he can play with them everyday for the next ten months! I had never seen my parents this happy.  My son looks very happy, too. He loves staying w