Howie Hayman
 
Story 2016

This was a really good year for us. We were happy to welcome our second son into the world. This was the happiest news of the year for sure. We were all able to be there for his birth. This turned out to be our last full year on the island before returning to America the following year. This was actually our second full year on the island, and what fun it was. We spent plenty of time visiting our favorite beaches, throwing a bunch of house parties, and perfecting our farming skills. Basically enjoying our very simple existence on this incredibly beautiful island.

Hey Dennis. Thanks for coming to our home. We were happy you guys could spend the night and enjoy a really nice time together. Actually we are planning to visit SD in January and you both are welcome to stay with us again. Going to send something when our plans become more definite. Send email when you can.

WE ARE SELLING OUR MOUNTAIN
私たちは山を売っています。
Tanegashima Mountain For Sale

STORY - JANUARY 2016
Happy New Year
Happy New Year. We spent a very traditional New Years on the island. There was also a beach cow and a penis.

STORY - FEBRUARY 2016
Farming
The focus this month was mostly on farming.

STORY - MARCH 2016
Cherry Blossoms
The rocket marathon, a couple of parties, and a trip to the park to see beautiful cherry blossoms.

STORY - APRIL 2016
Birthdays
A couple of birthdays but overall a pretty quiet month.

STORY - MAY 2016
Welcome Lael
This month was all about the arrival of our new son Lael, and a very special Mommy Day.

STORY - JUNE 2016
Wedding Anniversary
This month was our wedding anniversary, Daddy Day, and a trip to our favorite beaches.

STORY - JULY 2016
Happy Birthday Shai
Happy Birthday Shai and a month focusing on him.

STORY - AUGUST 2016
Family Visit
A visit from family and fun at the beaches.

STORY - SEPTEMBER 2016
Music Festival
A couple of typhoons and a fantastic music festival.

STORY - OCTOBER 2016
Camping Trip
Really nice camping trip and a crazy Halloween party.

STORY - NOVEMBER 2016
Rocket Launch
Another Thanksgiving on Tanegashima, a hometown fair, and a rocket launch.

STORY - DECEMBER 2016
Nighttime Rocket Launch
A very cool nighttime rocket launch and the case of the missing tooth.