In episode 4 of the Hourou Musuko anime, the somewhat volatile character, Chiba, goes to church. She hasn’t been there in quite some time, but she feels the necessity to lift up a prayer to God, asking for God to place her opposite Nitori in their gender-bender play. The whole scene was unexpected, as was… Read More Spirituality in the Anime Blogosphere: Chiba Converts
One of my absolutely favorite series of recent years is Hourou Musuko. I love the characters, the art, the dialogue, and especially how it made me think (see here, here, and here). But going further than drawing connections to spirituality, the series challenged me and how I view my faith. The series (and even more… Read More Hourou Musuko and Loving the Sinner, But Hating the Sin
Every three months, the anime blogosphere becomes filled with anime viewing guides for the upcoming season. It’s an exciting time for anime fans, as anticipation is at its highest and not yet sullied by disappointing series. It’s also the time where instead of creating my own guide, I do something which I think would much… Read More A Guide to the Guides: Spring 2011 Anime Series
Hourou Musuko has totally captured my heart. Each episode leaves me wanting more, while reveling in the joy of the what I’ve just seen. Episode 7 (“Rosy Cheeks ~Growing Pains~) was no different. I really enjoyed the pairing of Nitori and Anna; they’re such a weird coupling, which I find wonderful. I’m also a fan… Read More Hourou Musuko Episode 07: A Little Empathy
At the end of episode four of Hourou Musuko, a scene occured which took me by surprise (in a good way). Chiba heads toward a facility – at first, we’re unsure of what it is, but it soon becomes clear that it is some sort of church or cathedral. There, she bows and prays. Dear… Read More Hourou Musuko Episode 04: A Prayer from the Heart
As many of us suspected, Wandering Son (Hourou Musuko) is turning out to be something quite special indeed. Episode 2 of the series could be summed up in one word: forgiveness. Chiba and Takatsuki’s relationship probably connects deeply to many of us. While we may not have been in such a difficult love triangle, where… Read More Wandering Son Episode 02: Graceful Takatsuki
Every three months, the anime blogosphere becomes filled with anime viewing guides for the upcoming season. It’s an exciting time for anime fans, as anticipation is at its highest and not yet sullied by disappointing series. It’s also the time where instead of creating my own guide, I do something which I think would much… Read More A Guide to the Guides: Winter 2011 Anime Series