This morning in Urasoe, Okinawa, the weather is sunny with occasional clouds. With temperatures around 30 degrees and humidity at 74 percent, the air has a distinctly seasonal feel. At this time of year in Okinawa, the muggy mornings and strong midday sun blend together, and our daily rhythms tend to be influenced by the weather. Today, I’ll be documenting the morning scene in Minatogawa and our daily life centered around caregiving.
☀️ The Morning Air and the Changing Seasons
Compared to the intense heat we experienced earlier, mornings and evenings in Okinawa have gradually become more comfortable. Even in Urasoe, there are more days now when I can get through the morning without using the air conditioner, and I can feel the seasons shifting. That said, there are still times when the heat index reaches nearly 37 degrees, so the oppressive humidity continues—I can’t let my guard down.
🧺 Morning Chores and Preparations for the Power Outage
There’s electrical work scheduled for our apartment complex today, so all buildings will be without power—and water—from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. I ran the washing machine twice this morning and plan to dry the laundry at a coin-operated laundromat this afternoon, so the morning in Minatogawa passed by in a bit of a rush.
To coincide with the power outage, I planned to take my mother to Kyozuka San-A in the afternoon to dry the laundry, have lunch, and do some shopping, then return home around 3:00 PM. It’s a typical start to a day in an Okinawan household, juggling caregiving and daily chores at the same time.
🍍 Breakfast and My Mother’s Health
While I was preparing breakfast and running the washing machine, my mother got up on her own, went to the bathroom, and then sat down in a chair to start eating. Today, she finished everything—a blend of pineapple and yogurt made in the blender, along with some bread—and seems to be feeling well.
When I told her, “The power’s going out today, so please finish your shower by mid-morning,” she said she’d take it around 11:00 a.m. and seemed content to relax and watch TV until then. These small arrangements become very important moments in daily caregiving life.
🌧 The Relationship Between the Seasons and Migraines
For the past few weeks, my mother has had many days with persistent migraines and hasn’t been feeling her best. This year, typhoons have lingered around Okinawa for extended periods, leading to days with significant fluctuations in atmospheric pressure, which has made her more prone to migraines. There’s a chance of sudden showers this afternoon, so she might get another headache, but this is simply part of the season.
🌿 Practical Tips for This Time of Year
Early autumn in Okinawa is a time of high humidity, making it easy to feel under the weather. Here are a few tips for others providing care in the same region.
- Stay hydrated frequently: On humid days, it’s hard to feel thirsty, so dehydration can easily set in.
- Focus on room-temperature foods and drinks rather than cold ones: This puts less strain on the digestive systems of older adults with sensitive stomachs.
- Use barometric pressure forecasts: On days when rain is forecast, make sure to get some rest early.
- Prepare soft, easy-to-eat meals: Blended foods and yogurt are ideal during seasonal transitions.
😊 Summary
In Urasoe, Okinawa, during seasonal transitions, the weather and physical well-being are closely linked. This morning in Minatogawa, too, the day began slowly as we coordinated care and daily routines. I hope to continue living at a comfortable pace, attuned to the seasons and our physical well-being.
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