Tag Archive | Emo

First, the truth.

Ever since I came to Japan I have had struggles with money. High cost of living, initial move-in costs, and a meager salary were to blame at first. But Before long it seemed to develop into a pattern as to where when I thought I would actually be able to save some and be able […]

Ups and downs

Hey, just wanted to comment on a couple of things in that video blog below. One thing I have discovered talking to my fellow ALT’s is that there is a love and hate relationship we have with this country. There were tons of exciting reasons I came but luckily I had been interested in Japan […]

Video Blog #2 Christmas in Japan (rant) and around Misato

I realized after watching this again that some of what I said sounds a bit harsh! Rather than edit it or not show it at all, I will let it stand because it shows my emotional state. The truth is I’m in stage 2 Culture shock I think http://tinyurl.com/294fn9t

Party?

So this post is a little late because things have been hectic around here lately. I had a really awesome going away party a few days ago where practically everyone I knew showed up. It was pretty awesome! We had hot wings, a pool, music and of course a full keg my uncle got for […]

Gettin’ Ready…

So I’m about a week and a half from my journey to Japan and I got to say I am feeling a bit nervous. I have been there before several times, but this time it’s for more than just a couple of weeks. I have a year-long contract which I will likely extend at least […]