1973 diary summarized by AI

Here is a summary of the events mentioned in the diary entry, organized by date:

JANUARY 1973 January 8, to November___, 1973 (day fter the arafat arrival )

January 8, 1973: She contemplates mailing a letter to Craig and finding an excuse to go out.
She finds Mrs. Riker's way of talking irritating and plans to write letters to Craig's sister.
She takes a nap and plans to go shopping at night.

January 9, 1973:The weather is sunny but chilly.
She walks to the library and reads books about pottery and kibbutzes.
She expresses an intention to visit the library frequently.

January 12, 1973:She wakes up feeling a sense of mission or responsibility but also suspects she might be sliding into depression.

January 21, 1973:Her partner receives a phone call from Craig Spiro, leading to sentimental and frustrated feelings.
She has trouble sleeping and contemplates the mental state of thinkers in today's society.
She considers reading books, meeting Craig, or writing letters.

January 26, 1973:Craig calls her, and they meet up. Craig talks about science while she listens.

January 27, 1973:The Vietnam War is over, and she reflects on living in a generation attracted to blank-faced and numb images.
She discusses the passivity of the consumer-oriented generation and the potential for a cruel dictator to arise.

January 28, 1973:She helps Ms. Onodera move in New Jersey, has dinner at an Izakaya, and reflects on the cost of living.

January 29, 1973:She receives a letter from Liza Gerber, which suggests she might be in a terrible mental state.
She finds the concept of loving a stranger interesting.
There is a snowstorm in the morning, and she schedules a meeting with Malena.

January 30, 1973:She meets Malena under the Empire State Building, goes to a bar, and learns about her background.

Please note that the summary is based on the provided diary entries and may not capture every detail or nuance of the text.

• FEBRUARY 1973

February 14, 1973:

• Craig has already left for Colorado.
• The writer called Craig but spoke to Scotty instead.
• The writer considers confessing their feelings for Craig to someone, specifically thinking about calling Malene.
• The writer had a restless sleep and took sleeping pills.

February 15, 1973:

• The writer prepared the basement for painting.
• The writer contacted Kazuko but she hadn't spoken to her boss yet.

February 16, 1973:

• The writer felt agitated and nervous.
• The temperature dropped below zero.
• The writer worked on the design infrastructure for a painting called Celebrator.
• The writer contemplated the idea of turning into an insane person.

February 17, 1973:

• The writer went out for dinner at a steak pub.
• The writer observed a woman criticizing a man she was with at the restaurant.
• The writer experienced throat and belly pain.

February 20, 1973:

• The writer slept for two days due to lack of sleep and felt clear wakefulness.
• The writer went to a Japanese restaurant and discussed job prospects with Kazuko.
• The writer read a book on surrealistic philosophy.

February 21, 1973:

• Kazuko's friend Minoru visited from Japan.
• The writer went dancing at a disco with Kazuko and Minoru.
• Minoru complained about the ugliness of American girls.

February 22, 1973:

• The writer received a notice from the Allied Artists of America.
• Mrs. Riker disturbed the writer's sleep by wanting them to get up for Minoru.
• The writer sketched with charcoal in the basement.

February 23, 1973:

• The writer met Malene and visited various places in New York City with her.
• The writer went to John's friends' apartment.
• The writer felt tired after the day's activities.

February 24, 1973:

• The writer spent the whole day in bed and thought about their family in Japan and Craig.
• The writer received a letter from their family and from John Berry.
• The writer painted in the basement and gave a new title to their work.

February 27, 1973:

• The writer received a letter from Craig and wrote a long reply.
• Craig provided updates on his life in Colorado and expressed interest in the writer's friends.
• The writer contemplated going to Colorado to paint a large picture.

February 28, 1973:

• The writer stayed in bed all day and received phone calls from Kazuko, Sakuraichi, and Minoru.
• The writer had trouble sleeping and took Excedrin for menstrual discomfort.

Please note that this summary is based solely on the provided diary entry and may not encompass all aspects of the writer's life during that time.

MARCH 1973

It seems that the entries you provided are excerpts from a personal journal or diary written in March 1973. The author reflects on various experiences, interactions, and thoughts during that time. Here's a summary of the key points mentioned:

• March 4: The author feels unwell, possibly due to lack of sleep, and cancels plans to go to Fire Island.
• The author contemplates the curiosity of cats and their ability to observe the world without reflection or imagination.
• March 15: Kazuko and Ashizawa visit. Mrs. Riker becomes nervous and talks about uninteresting people, hoping to create a more engaging situation.
• The author goes out to different places, including a seafood restaurant, pubs, and a disco. Observes people's boredom and describes a performance by a crippled young blond woman.
• March 16: It's the author's birthday. Malena calls, but the author is not available.
• March 17: Mr. Minoru Hamakita visits, and they have Shish-ka-bab cooked by Donny. Later, they go to a disco and observe people's enthusiasm for the band's performance.
• March 18: Minoru stays until 9:00 am. The author contemplates his romanticism.
• March 19: The author receives a letter from Miss Fujita and writes postcards to Craig, Mr. Imae, and Mr. Kikawa.
• March 20: The author finishes a draft of a painting called "Celebrator" using charcoal.
• March 21: The author has a verbal fight with Donny, and their relationship becomes important. The author contemplates shutting out the outside world and focuses on simple activities in the basement.
• March 23: The author feels depressed and melancholic. They watch a war movie on TV and reflect on the depiction of battle.
• March 24: The author feels depressed and dislikes Mrs. Riker. They express a desire to become rich to provide a better environment for their cat.
• March 25: The author visits Kazuko's apartment and attends an Allied Artists of America meeting. They have mixed impressions about the organization and its members.
• March 26: The author sleeps until 6:00 pm due to sleeping pills. They watch the Oscars on TV and write a postcard to the parents of Rick.
• March 27: The author wakes up late, attends the Allied Artists meeting, and describes the atmosphere and people there.
• March 28: The author reflects on being a member of Allied Artists and mentions receiving a letter from John Berry.
• March 29: The author writes a letter to Mr. Nakayama about their current circumstances and a pottery exhibition.
• March 30: The author reflects on elderly women playing bridge and Mrs. Riker's efforts to host gatherings, questioning the value of such activities.

These diary entries provide insights into the author's daily life, relationships, artistic endeavors, and thoughts on various subjects.

APRIL

April 1, 1973:

• The New York Times Herald mentions it is Rachmaninoff's birthday.
• Schoenberg, a composer, praises Rachmaninoff's popular yet original compositions.
• The author reflects on Rachmaninoff's genius as a pianist and his ability to maintain originality.

April 2, 1973:

• The author receives a letter from Craig, who seems pale and thin.
• Craig expresses his fondness for Estes Park and his interest in decorating walls.
• The author contemplates visiting Craig's room and describes Craig's physical features.

April 3, 1973:

• The author spends time painting in the basement.
• The author describes a black cat sitting motionless on a rug.
• The author reflects on their own feelings and artistic struggles.

April 4, 1973:

• The author mentions feeling sleepy and watching TV all day.
• Kazuko informs the author about a notification from the immigration center.
• The author receives a phone call from a patrol officer and expresses annoyance.
• The author begins writing a letter to Craig but lacks the energy to finish it.

April 6, 1973:

• The author mentions sleeping most of the day and feeling sleepy.
• Kazuko informs the author about a visit to the immigration center.
• The author receives a phone call from Kazuko's lawyer and expresses frustration.
• The author contemplates painting and considers going to Colorado.

April 7, 1973:

• The author mentions painting in the basement and feeling the cold.
• The author describes observing a black cat and the activities of the Riker family.
• The author watches the movie "Seven Samurai" and reflects on cultural influences.

April 8, 1973:

• The author learns about Picasso's death and reflects on his artistic influence.
• The author mentions receiving a blue dragonfly brooch from Donny's grandmother.
• The author contemplates the rise of conservatism and their own anger.

April 9, 1973:

• The author mentions sleeping a lot and feeling sleepy.
• Kazuko informs the author about a notification from the immigration center.
• The author receives a phone call from Bill, Lisa's boyfriend, and agrees to meet.
• The author contemplates the influence of American culture.

April 10, 1973:

• The author contacts Kazuko's lawyer and encounters language difficulties.
• The author spends time painting and mentions receiving a notification from Artists USA.

April 11, 1973:

• The author spends time painting and describes their struggles with concentration.
• The author mentions receiving an invitation from Lynn Kotler Gallery for an exhibition.

April 12, 1973:

• The author spends time painting and expresses discomfort in a closed room.
• The author contemplates their artistic process and the possibility of transformation.

April 13, 1973:

• The author continues painting and mentions receiving a phone call from Kazuko and Mr. Brown.
• The author describes Bill, Lisa's boyfriend, and their plans to meet and attend a party.

April 14, 1973:

• The author mentions sleeping late and feeling the effects of sleeping pills.
• The author cleans their room and reflects on their state of mind.
• The author watches a movie and contemplates their existence.

April 15, 1973:

• The author stays in bed until late afternoon and expresses a dislike for human interaction.
• The author contemplates the nature of human behavior and social expectations.
• The author watches a movie and reflects on the influence of American culture.

April 16, 1973:

• The author receives a letter from Mr. Nakayama and reflects on its poetic content.
• The author contemplates the absence of Mr. Chodos, Kazuko's lawyer.

April 17, 1973:

• The author attempts to contact Kazuko's lawyer but finds him absent.
• The author expresses frustration and paints for several hours.

April 18, 1973:

• The author feels refreshed after expressing anger towards Mr. Chodos' secretary.
• The author reflects on Kazuko's rush to marry Ashizawa and her sentimental nature.
• The author spends time painting and contemplates their respect for Dick Cavett.

April 19, 1973:

• The author spends most of the day in bed and experiences physical discomfort.
• The author contemplates going to Colorado and reflects on human behavior.
• The author watches a movie and reflects on the death of Picasso.

April 21, 1973:

• The author meets Bill and spends time together, visiting a car show and having dinner.
• The author contemplates the nature of modern art and reflects on Picasso.

April 23, 1973:

• The author takes their cat to the veterinary and describes the weather.
• Mrs. Riker is away on holiday in Arizona.

April 24, 1973:

• The author spends the day watching TV and reflects on their own condition.
• The author takes their cat back from the veterinary.

April 25, 1973:

• The author has a difficult time painting and experiences discomfort.
• The author contacts Artist/USA and the immigration center regarding their book and ID card.

April 26, 1973:

• The author struggles with painting and feels dissatisfied with their performance.
• The author receives a phone call from Bill and plans to meet him.
• The author contemplates their own intelligence and feels disappointed.

April 27, 1973:

• The author spends the day in front of the TV and contemplates a TV Viewer theme for painting.

April 28, 1973:

• The author's cat returns from the veterinary and requires medication.
• The author reflects on their intelligence and takes sleeping pills.

April 29, 1973:

• The author spends the day watching TV and reflects on their intelligence and capabilities.

April 30, 1973:

• The author receives a phone call from Craig and talks about various topics.
• The author spends time painting and observes their surroundings.
• The author contemplates the nature of existence and reflects on their conversation with Craig.

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MAY 1973

May 3, 1973:

• Received a letter from Fumi stating her intention to break up with Rick and come to the U.S.
• Replied to Fumi, encouraging her to come promptly and sent the letter.
• Sent some slides to Artists/USA.

May 4, 1973:

• Took my cat to the veterinarian as his condition worsened.
• Cat needed surgery, so he stayed at the clinic.

May 5, 1973:

• Visited Bill in Princeton, New Jersey.
• Explored Princeton Junction Station and enjoyed the peaceful surroundings.
• Attended a festival at Princeton University due to the closure of the campus because of the Watergate scandal.
• Described the festival activities, including rock bands, artwork, and crafts.
• Noticed the unchanged appearance and carefree attitude of young people at the festival.
• Had dinner with Bill at Iron Horse, a bar/restaurant with a dance hall.
• Took the train back home late at night.

May 6, 1973:

• Spent most of the day in bed, dozing off.
• Woke up in the evening and painted until the next morning.

May 17, 1973:

• Woke up late at 11:00 am due to not feeling well (dizzy).
• Spent over three hours staring at a painting in the basement.
• Reflected on a letter received from Lisa discussing the burden of being a woman.
• Contemplated the impact of women's preoccupations on civilization and the role of sexuality in existence.

May 19, 1973:

• Visited Bill and Jack in New Jersey with Kazuko and Ashizawa.
• Prepared Sukiyaki for the gathering.
• Kazuko got drunk and became the center of attention.
• Danced at a disco.
• Stayed overnight and returned home the next day.

May 26, 1973:

• Received a phone call from Malena and went to her apartment in Queens, London Apartment.
• Noticed Malena's new haircut and trendy style.
• Started to regret asking her for a modeling job.
• Stayed at her place until Monday.
• Experienced gloomy weather and spent time lazily in the room, realizing how quickly time was passing.

JUNE

June 16, 1973:

• Drinking and smoking marijuana.
• Bill, Donny's friend, staying over.
• Enjoyed a dinner of boiled soft-shell crab.
• Went for a midnight swim at a reservoir.
• Bill tried to catch a rabbit.

June 17, 1973:

• Received a phone call from Rick's father regarding Fumi.
• Finished a letter for Lisa and wrote a short letter for Moses.
• Roses were blooming.
• Overwhelmed by guilt and contemplated writing to Craig.
• Decided to write jokes for David.
• Considered asking John Berry about Fumi.
• Planned to stay awake all day to readjust sleep schedule.

June 30, 1973:

• Bill, a friend of Donny, was staying over.
• Malena arrived at night.

Please note that the provided text contains limited information, and the summaries are based on the available details.

JULY

July 1, 1973:

• Spent time at the beach with Bill, Donny, and Malena.
• Sat in a chair under the sun.
• Bill's sister came with a baby and two friends.
• Went to an Italian restaurant at night.

July 2, 1973:

• Bought a bikini in the morning.
• Stayed at the garden and talked with Malena.

July 3, 1973:

• Bill and Malena left.

July 6, 1973:

• Spent time with Donny at the beach.
• Read the weekly news.
• Tanned well.

July 7, 1973:

• Received a message from Noriko Fujita with a magazine article about Mr. Nakayama.

July 11, 1973:

• Bill came.
• Received a phone call from Malena inviting to go to New Jersey.
• Suggested Malena come to their place instead.
• Mentioned a meeting with Kazuko and Ashizawa.
• Discussed John and Al with Donny.

July 12, 1973:

• Played badminton with Donny and Bill.
• Had a barber session with Bill.
• Drew in the basement.
• Wrote a letter to Craig.
• Received a postcard about Craig's moving.

July 13, 1973:

• Cops came in the evening.
• Malena arrived.
• Called Kazuko and told her to stop coming.
• Planned to receive Malena, Kazuko, and Ashizawa at home.

July 14, 1973:

• Received a letter from Craig.
• Spent time talking with Malena on the grass.
• Donny's legal issue mentioned in the newspaper.

July 15, 1973:

• Woke up late.
• Spent time drawing in the basement.
• Talked with Malena.
• Mentioned feeling emotionally slumped.

July 16, 1973:

• Woke up late and had body pain.
• Listened to music and stared at a picture.
• Discussed Donny's lawyer and Malena's departure.

July 17, 1973:

• Sent a letter to the Immigration Bureau.
• Received a notification for Kazuko to visit the Immigration Bureau.
• Mentioned Watergate news and drew in the evening.

July 18, 1973:

• Received a phone call from Malena.
• Woke up late and had a painting session.
• Mentioned the Watergate case and news about John Dean and Mrs. Mitchell.

July 19, 1973:

• Received a phone call from Malena.
• Woke up late and had a painting session.
• Called John Berry but he was absent.

July 20, 1973:

• Received a call from John Berry.
• Talked about his plans and Malena's reading.
• Kazuko called and planned to meet at Penn Station.
• Painted for seven hours.

July 21, 1973:

• Rainy day.
• Talked with Malena about John, books, and living in the country.
• Spent the night painting.

July 22, 1973:

• Spent the day watching TV.
• Watergate summarized in the New York Times.

July 23, 1973:

• Received a letter from Fumi.
• Thought about renting a house with Malena and Fumi.
• Took four hours to put false eyelashes on.
• Painted in the evening.

July 24, 1973:

• Got up late.
• Received a letter from the Immigration Office.
• Painted in the evening.

July 25, 1973:

• Woke up late.
• Painted in the afternoon.
• Wrote a letter to John Berry.
• Took sleeping pills but couldn't sleep.

July 26, 1973:

• Got up late.
• Called Malena.
• Painted in the evening.
• Received an obscene phone call.

July 27, 1973:

• Got up late.
• Suspected an obscene phone call.
• Painted in the evening.

July 28, 1973:

• Received a letter from Teruko.
• Got up late.
• Painted.
• Received a phone call with suspicious intentions.

July 31, 1973:

• Fumi called with news about her travel plans being canceled.
• Wrote an express letter to Fumi.
• Spent time drawing.

AUGUST

August 1, 1973 Wednesday Got up at 1 p.m. Fine weather. Spent the whole day drawing. Headache.

August 2, 1973 Thursday Woke up at 2 p.m. Sunny. Painted in the afternoon. Headache.

August 3, 1973 Friday Got up at 11 a.m. Fine weather. Received a letter from Fumi. She is feeling down and not sure what to do. I wrote a reply and sent it back. Painted in the evening.

August 4, 1973 Saturday Woke up at 12 p.m. Cloudy. Spent the day drawing. Received a letter from Craig. He talked about his plans for the future and his experiences at camp. Painted at night.

August 5, 1973 Sunday Got up at 10 a.m. Cloudy. Went to JFK airport to meet Fumi, but she didn't arrive. Received a letter from Rick's parents stating that they canceled their guarantee for her arrival. Feeling disappointed and frustrated. Painted in the evening.

August 6, 1973 Monday Woke up at 1 p.m. Cloudy. Feeling down. Spent the day painting and reflecting on recent events. Feeling a mix of emotions.

August 7, 1973 Tuesday Got up at 11 a.m. Cloudy. Received a phone call from Kazuko. We made plans to meet at Penn Station next week. Spent the day painting and trying to keep myself occupied.

August 8, 1973 Wednesday Woke up at 12 p.m. Cloudy. Feeling restless. Painted in the afternoon. Received a letter from John Berry. He shared his plans and mentioned his upcoming exhibition. Feeling a sense of connection with him.

August 9, 1973 Thursday Got up at 10 a.m. Cloudy. Feeling a bit better today. Spent the day painting and focusing on my art. Trying to find solace in creativity.

August 10, 1973 Friday Woke up at 11 a.m. Cloudy. Received a letter from Malena. She mentioned her interest in Hermann Hesse's "Steppenwolf" and I recommended some other books to her. Painted in the evening.

August 11, 1973 Saturday Got up at 2 p.m. Cloudy. Feeling a bit restless. Spent the day painting and reflecting on my recent conversations and experiences. Trying to find meaning and purpose in my art.

August 12, 1973 Sunday Woke up at 1 p.m. Cloudy. Received a mysterious phone call from someone named Spillane. It turned out to be an obscene call. Feeling disturbed and unsure about the intentions behind it. Continued painting to distract myself.

August 13, 1973 Monday Got up at 3 p.m. Cloudy. Feeling a mix of emotions. Spent the day painting and trying to calm my mind. Reflecting on recent events and contemplating my next steps.

August 14, 1973 Tuesday Woke up at 2 p.m. Cloudy. Met Kazuko at Penn Station and went to see Mr. Chandos. Later visited the Immigration Office to submit paperwork. Had lunch at a coffee shop in the Village. Met Mr. Matsuzono, a research scientist. Feeling a sense of connection and camaraderie. Returned home feeling a bit more hopeful.

August 15, 1973 Wednesday Got up at 10 a.m. Sunny. Feeling a bit better today. Spent the day painting and immersing myself in my art. Trying to find peace and inspiration.

August 16, 1973 Thursday Woke up at 3 p.m. Sunny. Feeling a sense of calm. Spent the day painting and reflecting on the beauty of nature. Finding solace in the creative process.

August 17, 1973 Friday Got up at 1 p.m. Sunny. Received a letter from Teruko. She updated me on the situation in Japan and the foreign employees. Also received a bill from Allied Artists. Spent the day painting and focusing on my art.

August 18, 1973 Saturday Woke up at 2 p.m. Sunny. Feeling a sense of contentment. Spent the day painting and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. Finding joy in the act of creation.

August 19, 1973 Sunday Got up at 2 p.m. Sunny and hot. Received a phone call from Malena. She asked me to try contacting John Berry. Spent the day painting and reflecting on my recent conversations. Feeling a sense of purpose in helping others.

This is a translated version of the diary entries from July 19, 1973, to August 19, 1973, as provided by Shinjo Hikari

SEPTEMBER

September 2, 1973:

• Fumi arrived from Japan and was in a lively and healthy state.
• The airport was crowded during Fumi's arrival.

No further entries until September 30, 1973.

September 30, 1973:

• Fumi moved to Manhattan and obtained a job at a Japanese company called [TERe].
• The writer, Fumi, Malene, and Dony went to the Village and explored dress shops.
• They spent time around Washington Square, where they encountered musicians playing guitars and witnessed a half-naked man dancing.
• They had dinner at a Korean restaurant.

Please note that the information provided is limited, and there may have been additional events or details during September 1973 that are not included in the diary entry.

October 1973

October 2, 1973:

• Fumi secured a job at Mitsubishi.

October 3, 1973:

• The writer finished painting "Celebrator" and expressed feelings of emptiness afterward.

October 5, 1973:

• Mr. Kikawa, administrator of English Conversation Circle, called the writer.

October 6, 1973:

• The writer wrote letters to Craig and David.
• The writer met Mr. Kikawa, Kazuko, and Fumi at the Museum of Modern Arts.
• They went to an Izakaya for dinner.
• The writer stayed overnight at Fumi's place.
• The writer mentioned the war beginning between Egypt, Syria, and Israel.

October 7, 1973:

• The writer met Marjorie and her friend in front of the Colosseum.
• They attended an outdoor arts show in Brooklyn.
• The writer drew portraits of Maria's father and Fumi.
• They had dinner at a Korean restaurant.

October 11, 1973:

• The writer brought the painting "Celebrator" to the Allied Artists of America exhibition.
• The writer visited the Guggenheim and Metropolitan museums.
• The writer met Fumi in front of the Mitsubishi office.

October 14, 1973:

• The writer met Malena in front of the Empire State Building.
• They attended a one-man show by Israeli painter Benjamin Levy.
• The writer met a talkative man named David.

October 15, 1973:

• The writer wrote a letter to Craig.

October 18, 1973:

• The writer finalized the concept for the next painting, which will be themed around "Destruction."

October 19, 1973:

• Fumi visited the writer directly from the company.

October 20, 1973:

• The writer, Donny, and Fumi went to Bear Mountain and enjoyed the autumn leaves.

October 21, 1973:

• The writer went to the beach.

October 22, 1973:

• The writer went shopping with Fumi, who then returned to her place.

October 23, 1973:

• Nixon agreed to provide the tape to Judge Sirica.
• The writer went out to buy a lobster.

October 24, 1973:

• The writer attended the opening reception of the Allied Artists exhibition with Fumi, Maria, and Donny.
• The writer met Mr. and Mrs. Brown and a writer at the event.
• A traffic accident at the New Jersey Turnpike resulted in ten deaths.

October 25, 1973:

• The writer visited the National Gallery.
• The writer mentioned losing interest in the "Sketchy Clique" and feeling detached from their own artwork.

October 26, 1973:

• Donny's parents went on holidays.

October 27, 1973:

• Fumi paid a visit to the writer, and they had a short walk in a nearby park.

October 28, 1973:

• Fumi returned home, and Donny's parents came back.

October 29, 1973:

• The writer spent most of the day in bed, feeling depressed and with a headache.
• The writer mentioned writing a letter to Mr. Brown and Craig.

October 30, 1973:

• The writer wrote a letter to David and the Allied Artists.
• The writer woke up late and mentioned the rainy and gloomy weather.

October 31, 1973:

• The writer mentioned Halloween and reflected on the concept of violence in human nature and art power.

Please note that the provided summary is based solely on the information given and may not encompass all aspects of the writer's life during October 1973

1. NOVEMBER 1973

2. Based on the sequence of events described in the provided text, here is a list in chronological order:

   1. The narrator, Samizu Matsuki, arrives near the United Nations building in New York City on a wintery day in 1974.
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   3. The area is almost deserted, and police officers in black uniforms guard the surroundings.
   4. Matsuki reflects on the architectural features, such as iron gates and spearheads, which remind her of Adolf Hitler and Germany during World War II.
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   She notes her reluctance to encounter uniformed men due to her past marriage to a uniformed man.
   
   
   Matsuki waits near the left gate of the Secretariat Building to meet a girl named C.B.
   
   
   The area is oddly empty, and she engages in conversation with a guard who explains that the police presence is related to incidents involving Jewish radicals and the expected arrival of Yasser Arafat.
   
   Matsuki converses with a police officer who shares more information about the situation at the UN, including the planned arrival of Arafat and the pretense of his arrival date for security reasons.
   
   
   The atmosphere becomes more ominous as Matsuki reflects on the political emergency.
   
   
   The text briefly shifts to Matsuki's boss, Jerome Mackey, who owns a judo business.
   
   
   Matsuki secures a job as a housekeeper and caterer for Mackey's office through her sister's recommendation.
   
   
   She describes the appearance of the 400 Plaza apartment complex and observes the occupants during her lunch breaks.