My third year in Japan is soon coming to a close. With only one year left (that I currently plan) I feel like now is more important than ever to really keep a blog of what has been going on in my life in Japan.
It's really crazy how three years can go by so quickly. I remember just three years ago when I was checking my e-mail 10 times a day waiting for any updates or information on where I was going to in Japan. I was always so excited and nervous.
Now it feels like things have passed in almost no time at all. Where did the years go? I just turned 25, when I first came here I was 22 years old. I would tell my students and they would say "Wow!! You're so young!" Now... they don't say anything at all. It's just a number to them... am I really that old?! Does three years make such a difference?
I have a lot to look forward to this summer. I will be taking the JLPT in the beginning of July and I am going to be a presenter for Tokyo Orientation at the end of July! Tokyo Orientation is when the new JET Program ALTs come to Japan and they spend 3 days in Tokyo going through an orientation that is supposed to help them develop as a teacher. The bad part is everyone is so jet lagged that they can barely stay away let alone learn anything at all. Honestly I barely remember anything from my Tokyo Orientation. All I remember was how much I really just wanted to get some sleep... But! I am really excited and this is a huge opportunity for me!
Today I was watching TV and they were showing places in Tokyo that are completely free. Apparently there is a place where you can get onigiri (rice balls) and miso soup for free! But I forgot the name... When I go to Tokyo next week I should make it my goal to find as many free things as possible. Then go to Sweets Paradise for all you can eat cake!! Bad for the diet, good for the soul.
Friday, June 3, 2011
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