Nabe

Thankfully, winter is coming to an end. In the past, my hands and feet were always cold. However, this year was a little different. I don't know if it was because I bought new "heat-tech" long johns, or if it is because of my new heater, or maybe something else...But this year, I was so cold. I admit that there were a few freezing days, but all in all, this wineter was not so cold I think.
However, in my hometown, Philadelphia, it was a different story. Philly got loads of snow this year. I like snow if I am skiing. And snow is beautiful to look at. But shovelling snow is no fun at all. Have you ever shovelled snow?
And the end of winter, means the end of "Nabe (Hot Pot)" food. I ate Nabe a few times this winter. It was good. And healthy! Nabe food always warms up the room and the body.

This topic is a little old but please read. It is good study.
What do you make of yokozuna Asashoryu's shock announcement that he will retire?

http://search.japantimes.co.jp/mail/fl20100209vf.html

Nabe(Hot Pot)

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