I think I'm turning Japanese

I started this blog about a month ago and did not write a single thing for it. I decided that I merely enjoyed the title that came to mind and left it at that. But now, things are actually happening and there is potential that this thing could really take off! In November I applied to the JET program, a program that sends hopefuls to Japan for a year to teach English in public schools. Just yesterday I found out that my application had be reviewed and I have an interview on February 26th! I will find out in April if I have been accepted and will leave in July for my year abroad.

Until then, I am biding my time in a temporary teaching position at an elementary school in my home town. I would be lying if I said I wasn't slightly half-assing this job. I do not work well when I am stuck in limbo and will therefore suck at my job until April. Don't worry, the kids aren't suffering... just the mounds of paperwork that I was left to sift through! Yesterday one of my students farted while I was teaching him, ONE ON ONE I MIGHT ADD, how to add nines (pretend the nine is a ten and then subtract one from the final sum). I have decided that he is my favorite student because he let one rip and didn't apologize for it. That basically sums up the excitement at my job.

Stay tuned for updates on Japan!

Japan fact: The Japanese enjoy tricked out toilets and it is not uncommon for there to be a heated toilet seat in a household. My ass thanks you, Japan.