So many things to do...

Above, Yuu Asakura. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The crop check came in today. It was much better than I expected. It is safely now in the bank.

There are a few things that I plan to do in the immediate months. One, pay off the balance due at Amber's university. Second, return to Japan for some much-needed R & R and some marketing of The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan. I just have to pick the dates to go. Third, since I had to junk out my old Nissan truck three years ago, I am in need of a second vehicle to save the miles on the Mustang and for use when it is in the shop for maintenance, etc. Also, I will need something for camping. My apartment is crowded with camping equipment since my truck's demise. I can clear that out with a new camping vehicle. I am considering a van or van conversion. Any recommendations?

I'll also have to order some more copies of The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan as I am down to about 20 for direct sales. Plus, I need to do another batch of promo photos with a model. I'll have to check to see when she's available (I'm checking with her now).

So many things to do...