7.18.2005

fun times before departure




It has been a while since my first post, but I thought I should update everybody on my pre-departure activities. Besides all the packing and preparation for my trip, I have been trying, and quite successfully I might add, to have some fun with friends and family these past two weeks.

Two weeks ago (that sure seems like a long time ago), I had a going away party with my sister, who is going to college next year. At the party, we had great weather, food, and of course beer (Redhook Blonde). I had a great time talking with all the guests, although it was a little difficult to eat. Then, the next night I went out to Broad Ripple with my cousin and John Meyer. Although I have grown a little tired of the Broad Ripple scene, it was exciting to hang out with these two (See picture).

And then, this last weekend I went up to Ann Arbor Michigan to see a whole bunch of friends (Tom, Jeanette, Corey, Becky, Jayme, Kaur, and Jen). Friday night we all went out to a local watering hole and had a good time at the pool table, although Becky just about got us kicked out of the bar (Just kidding). Then Saturday night was an amazing time; Becky and Jayme put together this amazing wine tasting party. Not only was the company great, but the party was very informative as well (See picture).

It is late, and this next week ought to be fairly busy, so I must go.

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7.12.2005

pre-departure preparations

Well I can't believe it, but in a little more than a month I will be moving to Japan to start a new job as an English teacher. Right now, though, Japan seems like a mysterious dream that will surely never come true. It probably won't hit me until I actually arrive in my new country and move into my new apartment.

During my stay in Japan, I hope to use this blog as a personal diary. I really have never kept such a log, but in doing so I will attempt to save an electronic copy of all my experiences, however small they might be, so that I will not forget anything. Before I leave, though, I will try to start writing about my pre-departure routine and everything else that moving to Japan entails

Cheers