03/31/2008: "Sooo... now what?"

So, after years and years (and years) of work, I've finally attained my dream of going to live and work in Japan. Hours of classes, books, one-on-one conversations, and we're here. In less than 2 calendar months, I will be in Japan. I can look back upon all the stuff I've done for all these years, and finally I can see what it's all led to. The whole time it's just been a distant light at the end of a tunnel, an assumption that this is where it'll all lead. Blind faith is a better way of putting it. Looking back on it, I can see the clear string that's connected all the choices I've hoped were the right ones. Not to be too self-congratulatory, but I have to say I've done a pretty decent job, all told.

Now all I need is to know...

Now what?

Ostensibly, from here it's 'higher education', 'family', and 'movin' on up in the world'. Are those dreams, or practicality issues that need to/should be addressed as one moves on in life?

I don't really know what I'm saying, actually. Just kinda rambling. I'm not complaining or upset in any way at the turn of events, far from it. It's great that after all these years, I'm finally getting to do what I said I'd do.

Hmm. Soon, I need to make a quick map with more detail as to where I'll be.

But this is all still 2 months off. For now, I have tests this week, homework to do, and papers to write. Oh, and application stuff to file for my visa.

Off I go, I'll write sometime later!


Jason