So, after reading a few differet law-related blogs (called blawgs) I've decided to become a better blogger.
I'm going to try and update every few days with some new information.
As well, I'm starting a youtube page to keep my videos, since blogger makes it too difficult to upload videos.
So, this month has been relatively tame. I did have JETs from other islands stay a weekend on two different occasions. It's so nice to have people over! Not only do I love the company, but I discovered I knew a whole lot more about Erabu after becoming a tour guide. Also, hearing the other JETs moan about what I have on my island that they don't (like proper bars, a curry house, and late-night supermarkets), I've come to appreciate Erabu tons more.
Not to say, I haven't had the occasional bout of homesickness... or another meltdown (also conveniently while skyping with my mom). Living abroad is tought business. There are so many things I miss, but when I move back to the U.S. in a year or two, I won't take things like dryers, heated houses, and insulation for granted anymore.
Speaking of insulation. I know I live on a sub-tropical island, but it's def starting to get cold. I mean... not Ohio cold. But, in the low 70s with a constant breeze can be cold! I mean, it's nice in the sun, but inside an un-insulated house with no heating and drafts, 70 degrees suddenly feels like 60! I know, you all are laughing. But, think about what your thermostat is set to... I bet it's above 60. Now, think... it's just November coe January when it gets down to mid-50s... I am going to be an icecube.
I'm just happy I'm not farther north... there's hardly HARDLY any insulated or heated houses in Japan asides from the most norther island Hokkaido (which is like neighbors with Russia... so pretty dang cold). I remember sitting in my room at my homestay house in Osaka in the mornings being able to see my breath!
Anyways, the cold isn' that bad, but the win just gets to me. Luckily, my wonderful wonderful mom sent me some winter packages and I have more long pants and long-sleeved shirts.
So, this week, my schools are finishing writing their pen-pal letters for Vincent's school. Some kids are excited, but most aren't. I thinkthe fact that they are sending letters to real people hasn't set in yet. I'm also puting together a video, which I'll post on youtube for you all to watch.
Two weeks ago was culture day and I have some video footage of that too. Culture day is just a day filled with plays and performances, pretty fun!
And next week, I have my first official business trip. I'll be heading to the mainland from next Tuesday the 23 until Sunday the 28. I plan to do a little shopping, watch a movie, speak English, eat at American-style restaurants, hang out with foreigners, go to Ibusuki's sand baths, and of course... go to the conference. :) I'm super excited to get off the island, if you can't tell.
And next month, off to Korea!
Snippet of the day: Taught my students "loco"... I think they enjoy learning Spanish more than English!
