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Rebuild and Regrow


I had actually prepared a different post for today, but in light of recent events I decided to devote this space to yesterday's catastrophic earthquake and tsunami in Sendai, Japan. Barely three weeks after the 2011 Christchurch earthquake, the world once again bears witness to the destructive power of nature. Rescue efforts are underway, but there is still the possibility of repercussions around the Pacific Rim.

Instead of featuring more images of the tsunami and its devastating effect on the Japanese people, I chose to highlight a picture that reflects the beauty of the country, as well as the hope I have for the survivors (I borrowed the above photo from Flickr user momoyama).

Fellow blogger Steven has posted a quick update on the tsunami's effect on the Pacific coast of the US. Fellow blogger Gekobot also has a detailed post where you can find links to the latest news and pictures about the earthquake, as well as how you can help the people affected.

On a side note, while I was looking for a good picture of Japan's famed cherry blossom trees for this post, I stumbled upon this amazing picture of a restaurant on top of a giant tree in Okinawa. If the Japanese can build an awesome giant tree house like this, I have no doubt that they have what it takes to rebuild and regrow their communities and cities.


UPDATE: Fellow blogger Game Store Guy has just posted another page for donations. Check it out.
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  1. Found on the Internet TodayMarch 12, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    You absolutely took the right approach in this post.

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  2. Jessica ThompsonMarch 12, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Great pictures man.

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  3. rinnsMarch 12, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    That tree has a restaurant in it. Awesome.
    It's really freaky about how many natural disasters has happened in the past few months. In Queensland, Australia all throughout summer it rained so hard that cities flooded until all you could see was the tips of rooftops. Then as that slowly subsided, there was a cyclone. Then an Earthquake in NZ, now in Japan. :<

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  4. MerlyyMarch 12, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Oh lord, I love that tree picture..

    Also, I love your very aesthetic blog, looks awesome.
    Definately followed.

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  5. obiMarch 12, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Yup, you're right on all counts.

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  6. TasosMarch 12, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    Beautiful topic, you picked up, as a tribute to the disaster in Japan. The 1st picture with the geisha is so beautiful!

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  7. Random FanMarch 12, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    Whatever, I still liked my treehouse better.

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  8. duffboiMarch 12, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    I like the simple contrast in colors in the first picture. And that tree is amazing. What a kewl idea to build atop it. wow.

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  9. ChrisMarch 13, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    Japan has some of the weirdest stuff in the world coming out from the country, but no people deserve the kind of stuff that they went through on Friday. My prayers will be with them.

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  10. FreekMarch 13, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    A well-written and kind post. I've refrained from writing about the incident on my own blog, but it's nice to read something uplifting on someone else's.

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  11. ShutterbugMarch 13, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Nice pictures... Japan is such a beautiful place. It is sad that most of the natural beauty has been destroyed by the tsunami. :(

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  12. AltenfrostMarch 13, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    Great pictures, looks incredibly!
    +following

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  13. GMarch 13, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Love the first pic, beautiful

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  14. -inastateofblueMarch 13, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Great post, ahah love the last pic.

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  15. MalkavianMarch 13, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Is that pic Legit? is there really a restaurant on top of a tree?? i need to go there.

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  16. Major MackMarch 13, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    love that "Treehouse"

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  17. LhosreiffMarch 13, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Her face is so goddamn white.

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  18. Electric AddictMarch 13, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    that is so sick. I want a house like that lol.

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  19. MikeJoeMuseMarch 13, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    That's really awesome, looks like a tourist sight!

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  20. Clarence MillerMarch 13, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    that tree house is the dopest tree house of all time

    folllowing n $upporting

    therichesthappiest.blogspot.com

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  21. The Game Store GuyMarch 13, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Not to intrude upon your post, but I would just like to let you know that I have means for relief aide to help thus in Japan.

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  22. RawMarch 13, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    That tree restaurant is too cool!
    Awesome pictures, great post!

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  23. JayMarch 13, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    thanks for all the comments.

    @GameStoreGuy: I"ll include your post up there.

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  24. ZakkMarch 13, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    love your blog, you have my support and I'll be following.

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  25. Fix PC Games AdminMarch 13, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    that house on a tree is awesome +followed

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  26. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    the restaurant is amazing, great shot!

    following

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  27. fabio_2007March 13, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    that Treehouse looks great

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  28. baxxmanMarch 13, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    These pictures will give them hope I think

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  29. Choms1337March 13, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    I want this house ;D

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  30. D22 ZoneMarch 13, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Awesome blog man! Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work!

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  31. Matt NeumannMarch 13, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Fantastic shot! look forward to seeing more!

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  32. JaccstevMarch 13, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Japan is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Those photos are fantastic.
    Following your blog :)

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  33. pMarch 14, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    Those shots are amazing! Give us more!

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  34. DesuuuuMarch 14, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    no more anime :(

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  35. T. BanacekMarch 14, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    I have no doubt the Japanese will bounce back from this.

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  36. RainiMarch 14, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    really nice pics

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  37. MotivationalizedMarch 14, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    Great photo, great post, a positive approach is always welcome.

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  38. skinned sheepMarch 14, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    wow that place looks insane!

    +follow

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  39. and then there was METALMarch 14, 2011 at 4:57 AM

    is that tree real?

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  40. EvanMarch 14, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    That resteraunt is unreal. I really wanna go there haha

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  41. SamMarch 14, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    One day I will go to that restaurant, much love to Japan

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  42. Elliot MacLeod-MichaelMarch 14, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    I like your style. I don't think we need our morbid curiosity any further indulged. Your blog is very aesthetically pleasing. Followed.

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  43. pokerbloggerMarch 19, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    Damm the person in the tree is lucky! thx for following :D

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