Half-way Point - Contract Renewal

So I reached the six month mark in my contract... I can't believe it's half over.

Summer Vacation

For the summer break, I had one week off work (Thurs to Wed).  I wasn't feeling much in the mood to travel during heat here, but I did get out to go to a few places.

Two Women vs. the Grasshopper

A short story sharing the moments before my summer vacation, and how one moment of forgetfulness led to an "epic" battle between two women - who are seriously afraid of all sorts of bugs - and a grasshopper - Japanese size (large) and perky enough (or, sadistic enough) to jump in the sweltering heat of summer.