This is just a life update post. When I finished student teaching, I had a roadmap laid out ahead of me: substitute teach for the rest of the 2019-2020 school year Go to a job fair Secure employment for the fall Enjoy my years teaching at an elementary school Prepare my résumé to look amazing so I could get hired to teach in Japan I … Continue reading Life Disruption: Virus and other Ado
I want to write out my thoughts, for myself. I was sitting on my phone, or rather, I was sitting, with my phone in my hands. I finished checking emails, checking Facebook, getting rid of all my notifications, when I just wanted to play minesweeper. I just wanted SOMETHING to pass the time. But then, I thought of how I’ve been struggling with motivation. Let’s … Continue reading Onward
Lovers across America are preparing for (arguably) the most romantic day of year. Dates are being meticulously planned. Cards are being written. Parents are buying valentines and candy for classroom parties. Yes, we’re all familiar with the way pink and red sweeps the nation as soon as the New Year begins, and Christmas has been put away. We also all know what it does to … Continue reading Does Japan Celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Onward! Japanward! 