Love of strangers (87/02/01)
My sermon today is taken from the 13th chapter of the New Testament book called the Letter to the Hebrews. This chapter begins with three exhortations. The first exhortation contains the Greek word philadelphia, which means "brotherly love". Christians are exhorted to continue showing brotherly love to one another. The second exhortation contains the Greek word philoxenias, meaning "love of strangers". Christians are expected not only to show love to each other but to those they do not know. In Greek, the same word is used to refer to a stranger, a foreigner, an alien or a guest. Strangers and foreigners face special problems in a strange place so they should be given special consideration and even treated as guests. (In this regard, non-Caucasian foreigners have a much more difficult time in this country than us so-called white people.) The third exhortation is to remember those who are in prison and those who are suffering and to try to share their sufferings with them. Showing love to all people and seeking to share the sufferings of others are basic Christian attitudes that are in keeping with the spirit of Christ and should be seen in the lives of his followers in all countries today.
Groundhog Day (87/02/02)
This 2nd day of February is known as Groundhog Day in the United States. According to folklore that was brought to America from Europe, on this day the groundhog comes out of its winter hibernation. If the sun is shining and it sees its shadow, it will be frightened and return to its burrow and there will be six more weeks of winter weather. But if the weather is cloudy on this day, it will remain above ground indicating that spring will soon be here. A groundhog is a common rodent also called a woodchuck. The verb, to chuck, may mean to throw or toss and when I was a child I learned the following silly saying: How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a wood-chuck could chuck wood? It would chuck as much wood as a woodchuck would if a wood-chuck could chuck wood. I wonder if you can repeat it.
Four Chaplains Memorial Day (87/02/03)
This third day of February is the so-called "season-divider" in Japan, marking the traditional division between winter and spring. Following an ancient rite of exorcism, which came from China, some people scatter beans on this day, hoping to expel demons and to welcome good fortune. It would be nice if such a rite were effective. However, to truly get rid of evil and to enjoy a new, happy life requires an inner, spiritual change rather than an external ritual. The Bible teaches that such a change comes through faith, when one has been touched by the sacrificial love of God which was manifested in Jesus Christ. In some American communities, today is called Four Chaplains Memorial Day, in memory of the four chaplains on the troopship, Dorchester, which was torpedoed and sunk on this day in 1943. These four men, a Jewish rabbi, a Roman Catholic priest and two Protestant ministers, all gave up their life jackets to others, joined their hands in prayer and went down with the ship. Through this final act of giving up their own lives in order that others might live, they preached a more effective sermon on faith and love than words could ever do. Jesus said, "Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" [John 15:13].
About this telephone service (87/02/04)
I hope you are enjoying the weather on this first day of spring according to the lunar calendar. Recently, weekday calls to this telephone number have increased to an average of 140 calls per day. For the benefit of both old and new callers, I will make the following announcements. Every Thursday, I mail printed copies of that week's messages to those who send me a self-addressed, stamped envelope plus ¥30 in stamps. Periodically, we hold a meeting of listeners to these messages, when we can meet and talk with you personally. Our next meeting will be on Sunday afternoon, February 22nd, from 1:30-3:00 at the City Kyōikukan at Sakae. We hope you can attend. Next. I have a request to make. My wife and I must vacate our present rented house next month because the owner plans to demolish it. We are looking for another house to rent in this same area in Moriyama near our son and family who live near the Kitayama station on the Meitetsu Seto Line. If any of you know of a possible place, please let us know. In fact, we are also looking for a Japanese pastor for our church in Takahama, in case any of you know of a candidate for that position. This is "Daily Word", Post Office Box 30, Moriyama Post Office 463.
Roger Williams (87/02/05)
On February 5, 1631, 356 years ago today, one of the foremost advocates of democratic government and of religious liberty arrived on the North American continent from England. His name was Roger Williams and in American Baptist churches, today is known as Roger Williams Day. Williams had been a minister in the Church of England but he came to oppose the autocratic rule of the king, separated from the established church and went to the so-called New World, seeking religious freedom. Because of his strong emphasis on democratic rule, religious liberty and treating the native Americans fairly, he came into conflict with the authorities and was banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. As a result, he established a separate settlement, called Providence, in which complete religious freedom was recognized. This settlement attracted other victims of religious persecution, such as Quakers, Jews and Anabaptists. The Baptist Church he founded in Providence in 1638 was the first such church in America. His providence Plantations evolved into the state of Rhode Island, the smallest of the 50 United States and Roger Williams, with his strong advocacy of democracy and freedom, holds an important place in American history.
Ronald Reagan (87/02/06)
Do you know the name of the oldest president in United States history? It is the present president, Ronald Reagan, who was born on February 6, 1911, so today is his 76th birthday. Although he has been hospitalized for serious problems in recent years, I hope I am as healthy as he now appears to be when I am his age. In some ways, Mr. Reagan's early life and my own were similar. We both were born into unpretentious, religious homes in the state of Illinois and were active in a local church in our youths. We both were elected class presidents in our high school days, then went on to small, church-related, midwestern colleges where we both worked as dishwashers in the dining hall and participated in sports and dramatics. But there, the similarities end. Ronald Reagan became a radio sports announcer and went on to Hollywood, whereas I continued on to seminary, became a minister and came to Japan. Mr. Reagan is now facing a crucial period in his presidency due to the turmoil caused by unwise negotiations with Iran, questionable support for Nicaraguan rebels, budgetary problems and a Congress controlled by the opposition party. I hope the president has a happy birthday and, for his own sake and the world's, I hope he finds a way out of the problems that confront him.
Charles Dickens (87/02/07)
Some people call an active, mischievous child a little "dickens". This word is also used by some to add emphasis to their speech. They may say that a person ran like "the dickens". Even Shakespeare wrote, "I cannot tell what the dickens his name is". Although most people don't realize it, the word is actually a euphemism for "devil". It has nothing to do with the English novelist, Charles Dickens, who was born 175 years ago today, on February 7, 1812. Charles Dickens is well known for such novels as David Copperfield, Oliver Twist, A Tale of Two Cites and A Christmas Carol. Writing out of his own experience, which is the most convincing kind of writing, he had an unusual ability to communicate the sights, sounds and smells of the London of his day. Although not a professional reformer himself, his powerful, satirical novels hastened needed social reforms, showing the impressive power of words. Sometimes, the pen is mightier than the sword. Dickens once confessed to having an "earnest and humble desire. . . to increase the stock of harmless cheerfulness." That's a good aim for all of us--seeking to bring cheer into the lives of others. Dickens also wrote that, because man is a member of a group, "he cannot really improve himself without in some degree improving other men."
Faith and Illness (87/02/08)
The English word "doctor" comes from the Latin word meaning teacher and is related to such words as doctrine and document. There are various kinds of doctors. Usually, a doctor of theology preaches the sermon on Sunday mornings at our church in Takahama, but this morning a doctor of medicine will deliver the message. Dr. Hiromi Kawahara is director of the Asian Health Institute and head doctor of the A.H.I. Hospital in Nisshin Cho. Doctors, nurses and community health workers from various Asian countries come to this Institute for specialized training to help them minister more effectively in their homelands. Along with many other organizations and individuals, our Takahama Church makes an annual contribution to this Christian medical service. On the cornerstone of the A.H.I. Hospital its motto is engraved: "God heals, We serve." Dr. Kawahara's message this morning is entitled, "Faith and Illness". There is a close relationship between the state of one's mind and of one's body. A healthy faith in the living, loving God will certainty result in a healthier body and a happier life. According to the 9th chapter of the Gospel of John, illness can also be used for God's good purpose.
The first professional baseball game in Japan (87/02/09)
The first professional baseball game in Japan was played 51 years ago today, on February 9, 1936, between the Giants and the Golden Dolphins. Can you guess where this game took place? It was played in a stadium in Narumi, which is now a part of Nagoya and is famous for its dyed fabrics. I am surprised that professional baseball was played during this cold time of year. In America, baseball is considered a summer game, although the baseball season begins in spring and ends in fall. I was also surprised to learn that there was a professional baseball team named Kinko, or Golden Dolphins, which I presume is related to those lofty creatures atop the Nagoya Castle. Nagoya's professional baseball team is now called the Dragons and this year, under their new manager, I hope the Dragons defeat the Giants.
A cure for baldness (87/02/10)
Last week I learned a new English word. I found this word in the headline of a newspaper article. The word is alopecia, spelled a-l-o-p-e-c-i-a, and the headline read: "Alopecia Sufferers Given New Hope". In case you have alopecia, be assured that there is hope for improvement. A new lotion has been developed by an American drug company which should be effective in 40 percent of the cases of alopecia sufferers. The lotion will be produced in a new factory in Belgium which is due to open next month. A month's supply of the lotion will cost $56 and its effectiveness has been scientifically proven. However, time, commitment and a bit of daily effort is required, for the lotion must be rubbed into the scalp twice a day for four months to have any chance of success and treatment must be continued even after that time. Would you like to try this lotion? At the present time, I have no need for it for alopecia is another word for baldness. The article mentioned that the level of effectiveness would vary according to such factors as the extent of the baldness, the age of the sufferer and the number of years he has been going bald. An American author, once wrote, "There's one thing about baldness; it's neat."
National Foundation Day (87/02/11)
Today is a national holiday in Japan called kenkoku-kinen-bi or National Foundation Day. Of course, the reason for choosing this day to celebrate Japan's founding is based on the calculations of prewar historians whereby the accession to the throne of Japan's first emperor, Jinmu, is said to have taken place on this day in the year 660 B. C. Present-day historians do not recognize the validity of such calculations and some people oppose observing this day as a holiday because of the extreme nationalistic fervor connected with the kigen-setsu of wartime Japan. Christians, in particular, are concerned about the danger of a reversion to the unhealthy nationalism of an earlier period which resulted in the persecution of Christians and others who refused to compromise their convictions. Meetings are being held in many places today to emphasize the need to observe the constitutional separation of religion and state. By the way, today is also a national holiday commemorating the 1979 revolution in the Islamic Republic of Iran, where ultra-nationalism and fervent religious dogmatism is the rule. Japanese should be thankful for their postwar freedoms and be alert to oppose any movement to turn back the clock.
Poaching of elephants and rhinoceros (87/02/12)
Do you know what a poached egg is? As a matter of fact, I had to check with my wife who consulted a cookbook to make sure, but a poached egg is an egg that has been cooked in boiling water without its shell. However, another meaning of "poach" is to take something illegally. More precisely, poaching refers to capturing or killing animals on another's property or in a forbidden area. In Tanzania, poaching has become a serious problem. The elephant and rhinoceros population in the largest wildlife preserve in East Africa has been devastated by poaching in the past ten years. According to a survey recently released by the government's wildlife division, the elephant population in this game reserve, which is one-third larger in area than the island of Kyushu, dropped to 55,000 from 110,000 and the number of rhinos fell from 400 to 50 during that period. Although killing animals in this preserve is prohibited, poaching is common because both rhino horns and elephant tusks bring a high price on the black market. Personally, I approve of the poaching of eggs, but the poaching of elephants and rhinoceros must be stopped for animal life should not be recklessly sacrificed simply to satisfy human vanity.
Superstition (87/02/13)
Do you know what day today is? For one thing, it's Friday, the 13th. Some superstitious Westerners consider this an unlucky day because there were 13 people present at the Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples on the evening before his death which occurred on Friday. For another thing, according to the 6-day cycle of lucky/unlucky days in Japan, today is a butsumetsu day, which some superstitious Japanese consider unlucky because it literally means the death of Buddha. So today may be a good day for superstitious people to stay in bed. One of the definitions of "superstition" is: "a fearful state of mind resulting from ignorance or irrationality". Surprisingly, some well-educated people today continue to be bound by old superstitions. Actually, the word, "superstition" comes from a Latin word meaning to stand over. It is the opposite of standing under, or understanding. True understanding will be the end of superstition. Although we may enjoy political or social freedom, until our minds and hearts are free from irrational fears and superstitions, we are not truly free. In the Gospel of John, chapter 8, Jesus stated, "the truth will set you free", and in chapter 14, he proclaimed, "I am the truth".
Nicholas Copernicus (87/02/14)
In the list of feast days of those called saints in the Roman Catholic Church, today, February 14th, is St. Valentine's Day. Little is known about the man who is supposedly being honored today and there is no relationship between this third century martyr and the countless kinds of chocolates found in stores these days. However, much is known about the Polish mathematician who was born on this day in 1473 and who revolutionized our conception of the universe. Nicholas Copernicus was not only a mathematician and an astronomer. He also practiced medicine, was a specialist in canon law and became a priest. His treatise setting forth his beliefs regarding the universe was published in 1543, when he lay dying. Until then, it was generally believed that the earth occupied the center of the universe and that the heavenly bodies revolved about it. The Copernican system places the sun at the center of our universe and views the earth as one of the planets revolving around it. It is upon this foundation that modern astronomy is built and it took the church a long time to adjust its doctrine and interpretation of scripture to this new view. It is a mistake to read the Bible to gain scientific knowledge for this Book has a completely different purpose.
God (87/02/15)
Although the Japanese word, kami, is used to refer to the Christian God, the God of the Bible is very different from the traditional Japanese concept of kami. How can one describe the eternal, almighty, invisible God? We can only use figures of speech or poetic terminology to portray this indescribable Spirit, who is at the heart of our faith and is the ground of our being. My sermon today is based on the first part of the 18th psalm, in which the poet uses various terms to describe God that reflect his own faith and experience. He speaks of God as a rock, a fortress, a deliverer, a shield and his horn of salvation. In poetic language, he described how he called upon God in the midst of his troubles and how God answered and delivered him because he loved him. Our descriptions of God may vary depending on our own faith and experience and the age in which we live, but I believe that all honest people recognize their dependence upon a power greater than themselves and, at times, feel the need to call upon such a power for help. But the person with a healthy faith does not only call on God in times of trouble but seeks to maintain a living relationship with our Creator and Savior at all times.
George Washington (87/02/16)
This third Monday of February is a holiday for federal government employees in the United States. It is also a state holiday in most of the individual states commemorating the birthday of the first president, George Washington, who was born on February 22, 1732. Until 1971, February 22nd was observed as his birthday, but from that year on, the holiday was changed to the third Monday of February to make a long weekend. There is a famous story of the young George Washington who refused to tell a lie and confessed to cutting down a cherry tree. This story was a fabrication of an early biographer and I hope that president Washington was more truthful than this writer, for I do not approve of telling a false story to encourage good conduct or to attain some other noble end--even by an American president, past or present.
Stethoscope (87/02/17)
Today is the birthday of the French physician who is called "the father of chest medicine." Rene Theophile Laennec, who was born on February 17, 1781, devised the method of listening to the sounds of the internal organs of the body by means of a stethoscope, which he invented. This English word comes from two Greek words meaning "chest viewer". A stethoscope is made up of a hollow rubber cone connected by tubing to two earpieces. By means of a stethoscope, a physician can listen to the sounds made by the heart and lungs and detect certain abnormalities. According to the Old Testament book of Jeremiah, chapter 17, verses 9 and 10, it is the Lord who tests human hearts, which are seen to be deceitful and desperately sick. The New Testament presents Jesus as a spiritual physician who has come to heal our broken hearts. On this coming Sunday afternoon at 1:30, a meeting of listeners to these "Daily Word" telephone messages will be held at the City Kyōikukan at Sakae. The theme for the meeting will be "Hobbies". We would like to know what your hobbies or special interests are and I will plan to ask you about them. My wife and I are looking forward to meeting you there.
Oku-to pasu (87/02/18)
The English word "taco", spelled t-a-c-o refers to a kind of Mexican food, but Japanese words pronounced tako may refer to a corn on the foot, a kite flying in the sky or a sea animal having eight tentacles. In English, this mollusk is called an octopus, from Greek words meaning "eight-footed". Recently, during the entrance examination season, a small, red toy in the shape of an octopus was being sold for ¥200 to hopeful test-takers in the Kansai area with the encouraging word that if it were put on their desk, they would pass the examination. This happy thought was produced from a pun on the Japanese pronunciation of that word: oku-to, pasu. Jesus made use of a pun, in Matthew 16:18, when he told his disciple, Peter, whose name means "rock", that he would build his church upon the "rock" of Peter and other disciples who shared his faith. On Sunday afternoon at the City Kyōikukan, two blocks north of the Mitsukoshi Department Store at Sakae, we will hold another meeting of listeners to these "Daily Word" telephone messages. Plan to attend and be ready to answer some questions about your hobbies or special interests and to taste some of my wife's homemade refreshments.
Ohio (87/02/19)
To Japanese ears, ohayo is a common morning greeting, but to Americans, it is the name of one of the fifty states. When I was a schoolboy, I remember reading the trick question: "What state is high in the middle and round on both ends?" The answer was "Ohio" but, of course, that description referred to the name of the state rather than to its shape. Actually, Ohio, spelled O-h-i-o, is an Iroquois Indian word meaning "beautiful river" and the name of the state was taken from the name of the river which marks the southern boundaries of the states of Ohio, Indiana and Illinois. Ohio is known as the Buckeye State. Buckeye is a kind of horse chestnut, or tochi-no-ki, in Japanese. The name is taken from the glossy brown nut produced by this tree which resembles the eye of a buck, or male deer. 184 years ago today, on February 19, 1803, the state of Ohio was admitted to the United States as its 17th state. The state motto is: "With God, All Things Are Possible." I hope you can attend the "Daily Word" Listeners' Meeting on Sunday afternoon at 1:30 at the City Kyōikukan at Sakae. My wife and I would like to meet you and to hear about your hobbies.
A woman who gave birth to 15 children (87/02/20)
According to the creation story recorded in the first chapter of Genesis, God told the first human couple to "Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth . . . ." This command has been followed over the centuries and the world is now quite full of the descendants of those primordial parents. In the industrialized nations of the world, families have been getting smaller and the number of children in an average Japanese family these days is very few. However, there are exceptions. Recently a 45-year-old housewife in Chiba Prefecture gave birth to her 15th child. Mrs. Kazuko Itazawa, the wife of a restaurant employee, now has 9 sons and 6 daughters. One would think that number sufficient, but Mrs. Itazawa has her sights set still higher. Japanese mothers in Kagoshima and Okinawa have given birth to 16 children each and Mrs. Itazawa is hoping to set a new record by giving birth to two more children if she is healthy enough to do so. To some people, a competitive spirit inspires new vitality. My wife and I hope to meet you at the "Daily Word" Listeners' Meeting on Sunday afternoon at 1:30 at the City Kyōikukan at Sakae and to hear something about your hobbies.
John Henry Newman (87/02/21)
As you well know, all Japanese names--place names, family names, given names--have a particular meaning. Since coming to this country, I have been interested in, and sometimes intrigued by, the meaning of Japanese surnames. Many of us Americans have no idea of the meaning, if there is one, of our names unless we make special research. Of course, the meaning of some American surnames is quite clear. There are people with very colorful surnames, such as Green, Brown, White and Black. Others have surnames related to occupations, such as Smith, Fisher, Carpenter and Farmer. Today is the birthday of a famous English churchman with a significant surname. John Henry Newman was born on February 21, 1801 and became one of the founders of the Oxford Movement, which sought to bring new life into the Established Church. New life should be a constant characteristic of the Church and of Christian people. In Ephesians, chapter 4, we are told to discard the "old man" and to put on the "new man", created after the likeness of God. Cardinal Newman once wrote that "Growth is the only evidence of life." I hope that you are still growing and that you can attend our "Daily Word" Listeners' Meeting tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 at the City Kyōikukan at Sakae.
Water (87/02/22)
Water is a clear, colorless, odorless, tasteless liquid that is essential for plant and animal life. But over 97 percent of the earth's water is saltwater. About 2.24 percent is in the form of ice or snow. Thus only about 0.62 percent is so-called fresh water, found underground or in lakes and rivers. In the Bible, water is often used in a symbolic sense. As in Japanese tradition, it may symbolize purification, but in the arid climate of Palestine, it is also used as a symbol of life and salvation. Both of these meanings are included in the Christian rite of baptism. In the Old Testament book of Isaiah, chapter 12, which is the text for my sermon today, we find these words in verse 3: "With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation." Water has been called a "medicine for the cure of thirst", and anyone who has been thirsty following vigorous exercise on a hot day knows the refreshment that comes from a drink of cold water. The Bible pictures salvation as spiritual refreshment for thirsty souls and, in John 7:37, Jesus invited anyone who is thirsty to come to him and drink the living water which he came to give.
Samuel Pepys' diary (87/02/23)
The word "diary", from a Latin word meaning "daily allowance", refers to a daily record of some kind. Some people keep a diary of events, experiences and observations which can be very helpful when trying to recall the past or when writing an autobiography. The famous English diarist, Samuel Pepys, was born 354 years ago today, on February 23, 1633. The diary he kept during the years 1660-1669 gives a graphic picture of manners, social life and conditions during that period. Since its publication some 90 years ago, it has become the most frequently quoted diary in the English language. Here is a quotation from his entry for March 10, 1666. "Most men that do thrive in the world do forget to take pleasure during the time that they are getting their estate, but reserve that until they have got one, and then it is too late for them to enjoy it."
Hobbies (87/02/24)
Last Sunday afternoon, we held the 25th meeting of listeners to these "Daily Word" telephone messages. Once again, we had an enjoyable time talking with one another. The theme for our discussion was "Hobbies" and each one had something to say on that subject. In my telephone messages for the six Tuesdays following such a meeting, I suggest a theme for listeners to write a short essay on. Essays sent to me are corrected and then published in our little periodical, "Daily Word" Echoes. "Hobbies" is the theme for this week's essay, and I would be happy to receive an essay from you. As I noted at our meeting, the word "hobby" originally referred to a small horse, but it has come to mean an activity or interest pursued outside of one's regular work and engaged in primarily for pleasure. Someone defined a hobby as "an activity which gives you something to do when you should be worrying." What do you think is the value of having a hobby? Do you see any dangers in having one? What hobbies or special interests do you have? I would be happy to read and correct your essay on this subject. My address is: "Daily Word", Post Office Box 30, Moriyama Post Office 463. In 1 Corinthians 10:31, it is written that whatever we do should be done to the glory of God.
A parabolic antenna (87/02/25)
Insects have long, hairlike appendages, called antennae, attached to their heads by which they sense or feel. Man-made antennae are used to receive electric waves which transmit radio or television signals. Common antennae, or aerials, are long and slender, but an antenna in the shape of a parabola is needed to catch the electric waves from satellites. Such a parabolic antenna was put into operation on Monday at the Ozeki Gakuen High School in Komaki, which is said to be the first high school in Japan to have such an antenna. The five-and-a-half meter high parabola with a diameter of 3.3 meters cost two million yen and was a memorial gift from the graduating class of that high school. Using this antenna, television signals from an American communication satellite are being transmitted directly into the school's Language Laboratory as part of its English language program. The word "parabola", which refers to a geometric shape, comes from the same Greek word as "parable", which refers to a short story to illustrate a moral truth. I hope this parabolic antenna helps to increase international understanding along with the parabolic teachings of Jesus Christ.
Koala (87/02/26)
Among the distinctions held by the City of Nagoya is that it is the birthplace of the first koala to be born in Japan. This little marsupial was born last year in Nagoya's East Mountain Zoo. A marsupial is a mammal of the order of Marsupialia, the females of which have a marsupium, which is an external pouch in which the young are sheltered until they are fully developed. Kangaroos and opossums are also marsupials. The East Mountain Zoo requested the general public to suggest a name for this popular little animal and received some 27,000 replies, 933 of which suggested the name "Happy", and this was the name that was chosen. Are you happy with this choice? Obviously, there is a relationship between this name and the "Nagoya Happy Fair", which will begin March 21st to mark the zoo's 50th anniversary. I presume this cute little creature will make many viewers happy, but I wonder how happy it will be in its quite unnatural environment. Of course, true happiness does not depend upon one's surroundings. The person with the inner joy that comes from a healthy faith can find happiness even in difficult circumstances. According to the 1st Psalm, the truly happy person finds joy in obeying God's law.
Groundhog Day (87/02/02)
Four Chaplains Memorial Day (87/02/03)
About this telephone service (87/02/04)
Roger Williams (87/02/05)
Ronald Reagan (87/02/06)
Charles Dickens (87/02/07)
Faith and Illness (87/02/08)
The first professional baseball game in Japan (87/02/09)
A cure for baldness (87/02/10)
National Foundation Day (87/02/11)
Poaching of elephants and rhinoceros (87/02/12)
Superstition (87/02/13)
Nicholas Copernicus (87/02/14)
God (87/02/15)
George Washington (87/02/16)
Stethoscope (87/02/17)
Oku-to pasu (87/02/18)
Ohio (87/02/19)
A woman who gave birth to 15 children (87/02/20)
John Henry Newman (87/02/21)
Water (87/02/22)
Samuel Pepys' diary (87/02/23)
Hobbies (87/02/24)
A parabolic antenna (87/02/25)
Koala (87/02/26)
Billiard (87/02/27)
"Bakayaro" by Prime Minister (87/02/28)
Love of strangers (87/02/01)