Saturday, July 30, 2011
Sleep Deprived
I have a great blog coming up but since I haven't slept "properly" for three nights. It's better that I wait until I am well rested! Until then...
Friday, July 22, 2011
Wine and Love
I know, I know. I haven't been doing this posting everyday thing. I'm preparing to move three years of my life from Japan back to the states. What can I say? I'm busy!
Anyway, I was inspired by my friend Bailey to write a Wine and Love post (yes, I started to write Wine and Cheese first). So, here it goes!
Wine #1: Packing sucks! Initially we had decided that we were only going to send home THREE boxes. Only three! If we had more stuff than three boxes, we'd leave it. Well, let's just say that we are up to about SIX boxes, plus a few small ones specifically for customs and what not. I'm an official pack rat! I should watch an episode of Hoarders. That always, seems to get me to purge my stuff!
Wine #2: I miss my husband terribly! We've only been married two years, with our anniversary being July 31, which we will not be able to spend together. But, we've been "together" for about five years and the longest we've been apart is three days. Three days! Now, I have to spend three weeks without him. To be a honest, a Partial Love #1 would have to be that I do get some "me time" but I don't need so much. Plus, he gets to be state side and I'm still in Japan having to do all the packing.
Love #2: I get to spend a few more days with the friends that I've made here. In fact, my closest friend is coming to stay with me tonight! Yay!
Love #3: The weather has been amazing lately! In America, there is a terrible heatwave happening, especially in Kansas (where I'll be moving). Here, in Hokkaido, we've been averaging 70°. I've even been wearing sweatshirts at night. Crazy!
Wine #3 & Love #4: Saying goodbye! On the plus side, I get to attend tons of going away parties, but I have to tell people (that I'll probably never see again) goodbye. Plus, I have to give a few speeches in Japanese which is obviously on the wine side.
Well, that was fun! I'll have to do that again soon!
Anyway, I was inspired by my friend Bailey to write a Wine and Love post (yes, I started to write Wine and Cheese first). So, here it goes!
Wine #1: Packing sucks! Initially we had decided that we were only going to send home THREE boxes. Only three! If we had more stuff than three boxes, we'd leave it. Well, let's just say that we are up to about SIX boxes, plus a few small ones specifically for customs and what not. I'm an official pack rat! I should watch an episode of Hoarders. That always, seems to get me to purge my stuff!
Wine #2: I miss my husband terribly! We've only been married two years, with our anniversary being July 31, which we will not be able to spend together. But, we've been "together" for about five years and the longest we've been apart is three days. Three days! Now, I have to spend three weeks without him. To be a honest, a Partial Love #1 would have to be that I do get some "me time" but I don't need so much. Plus, he gets to be state side and I'm still in Japan having to do all the packing.
Love #2: I get to spend a few more days with the friends that I've made here. In fact, my closest friend is coming to stay with me tonight! Yay!
Love #3: The weather has been amazing lately! In America, there is a terrible heatwave happening, especially in Kansas (where I'll be moving). Here, in Hokkaido, we've been averaging 70°. I've even been wearing sweatshirts at night. Crazy!
Wine #3 & Love #4: Saying goodbye! On the plus side, I get to attend tons of going away parties, but I have to tell people (that I'll probably never see again) goodbye. Plus, I have to give a few speeches in Japanese which is obviously on the wine side.
Well, that was fun! I'll have to do that again soon!
Monday, July 18, 2011
Nathan's Departure
After 2 years and 11 months, my husband, Nathan, will be leaving me to climb Mt. Fuji before heading back to the states for good. It won't be for another 3 weeks before I can join him back in Kansas. I will miss him terribly but am secretly looking forward to a little time to myself in Japan. I'll be sure to record my adventures!
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Packing
Today I have been finishing my packing. We went to the post office with two boxes that were nicely and tightly wrapped up with an excessive amount of duct tape just to cut them open. Apparently, you can't ship electronics on a boat. They have to be shipped by air but by air is more expensive. We got to spend a good half hour sorting things out but we did eventually get things sorted out.
We then bought three more boxes to pack, came home and packed the last of our odds and ends. Luckily we had already figured out what was going and staying. I just had to put them into the boxes.
Now, my husband is leaving me next Tuesday to climb Mt. Fuji and to head back to the states. I would be going with him but I have to finish my work. Anyway, he has decided that he doesn't want to take more than a backpack with him. So, we have to send another box (i.e. box #3) with clothes and whatnot so he doesn't have to carry it in a bag. It's a bit annoying but I'm definitely getting in on that action and sending my stuff too. So, after he leaves I'll be living out of my little suitcase for three weeks. It'll be weird and tough but hopefully worth it!
We then bought three more boxes to pack, came home and packed the last of our odds and ends. Luckily we had already figured out what was going and staying. I just had to put them into the boxes.
Now, my husband is leaving me next Tuesday to climb Mt. Fuji and to head back to the states. I would be going with him but I have to finish my work. Anyway, he has decided that he doesn't want to take more than a backpack with him. So, we have to send another box (i.e. box #3) with clothes and whatnot so he doesn't have to carry it in a bag. It's a bit annoying but I'm definitely getting in on that action and sending my stuff too. So, after he leaves I'll be living out of my little suitcase for three weeks. It'll be weird and tough but hopefully worth it!
Friday, July 8, 2011
Getting Fat
I have decided that until my husband leaves for the states, I'm going to allow myself to get fat. No really fat, but I'm going to eat whatever I want! I only have five weeks left in Japan and only one week left with my husband and I don't want to waste a minute! However, when my husband leave, I'll probably lose any weight gained because I don't eat as much when it's just me and I'll be really bored so I'll probably run all the time.
One of the main things I'm going to miss about Japan would be the food. I LOVE Japanese food! It's all very fresh and delicious, especially the fish. Coming from Kansas, we don't get too many fresh fishes to choose from and fish just isn't really a part of our daily cuisine. Let's be honest, we are beef eaters! Now, though, I definitely think I'm going to be making more trips to the seafood counter in the states.
The other problem is that I don't know how to make Japanese food. I know, I know, I've lived in Japan for the past three years and didn't learn any Japanese cooking. I'm a fool, but I'm going to learn before I leave! I already have a volunteer to teach me. I'll be sure to post pictures.
I look forward to showing all my friends back home what I learn! Japanese food dinner party, anyone?
One of the main things I'm going to miss about Japan would be the food. I LOVE Japanese food! It's all very fresh and delicious, especially the fish. Coming from Kansas, we don't get too many fresh fishes to choose from and fish just isn't really a part of our daily cuisine. Let's be honest, we are beef eaters! Now, though, I definitely think I'm going to be making more trips to the seafood counter in the states.
The other problem is that I don't know how to make Japanese food. I know, I know, I've lived in Japan for the past three years and didn't learn any Japanese cooking. I'm a fool, but I'm going to learn before I leave! I already have a volunteer to teach me. I'll be sure to post pictures.
I look forward to showing all my friends back home what I learn! Japanese food dinner party, anyone?
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Packing
So we've been packing off and on for the past couple weeks. It's such a pain trying to ship all the boxes back. Whenever I moved in Lawrence, it was easy; just pack up a friend's truck and move it. With international packing, it's a whole other story.
When we initially came, we had three suit cases and a duffle bag. That's it! Since then we've acquired so many extra things (i.e. souvenirs, books, clothes, etc.) So, we can't fit it all in our suitcases. Surprisingly, though, the shipping prices aren't too bad.
With each day, it's getting harder and easier to leave.
When we initially came, we had three suit cases and a duffle bag. That's it! Since then we've acquired so many extra things (i.e. souvenirs, books, clothes, etc.) So, we can't fit it all in our suitcases. Surprisingly, though, the shipping prices aren't too bad.
With each day, it's getting harder and easier to leave.
Monday, July 4, 2011
Fourth of July
Happy Independence Day, America! It's a shame I can't be there to celebrate with you but soon I will be coming home to you!
Love always,
Megan
Love always,
Megan
Saturday, July 2, 2011
My Brother's Birthday
Today is my older brother's 30th birthday. I can't believe it. I don't know why but this year I was overly excited about calling him. Maybe it's because I'm coming back and we'll be building our friendship again. Or maybe it's because it's such a milestone birthday. Whatever the reason, I'm glad I did! Big brother, I love you and wish you the greatest birthday! You deserve it!
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