It’s been getting kind of serious around here, so it’s time to write about something that is absolutely ridiculous.  Consider this a PSA.  I’m here to help.  Japan Syndrome: It’s for real, and it’s not pretty. 🙁 If this post can spare even one person from a similar fate, than I can say that all the effort was worth it. Let me set the scene for you.  You are in a far off place — exotic, perfumed breezes, not a care in the world.  You are feeling good about life.  You’re on top of the world.  And then you see it:  that item that encapsulates everything you are feeling in…