A little history on us adventure-hungry newlyweds: We were in the midst of planning our wedding, leaving our jobs, packing up our 350-square-foot Tokyo apartment and getting ready for a move overseas when the earthquake struck on March 11 and spun our world around. It was a heartbreaking reminder to tally our blessings, to keep sight of what is important in this delicate life.
We tied the knot three weeks ago yesterday in a cozy little barn set on the edge of an apple orchard while the rain poured down outside and the candle flames flickered indoors. It wasn't the plan, but it was perfect.
Now, before the career reboots, the home, the babies, we are packing a few belongings and traversing the wide open spaces of sweet, strange America. The cuisine, people, panoramas and oddball attractions of the sprawling cities and quaint countryside await.
The journey begins tomorrow.
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