Orientation 2

This past Wed, Thurs, Fri we had a small prefectural orientation. It was great to get to know the new JETs on a more personal level, and it was also great to meet and spend time with JETs who have already been here as well. The orientation was in Kofu, so only two stops away from my stop by train.

We had some time to attend information workshops, go on an outing to a town close to Mt. Fuji, see a museum, and spend the evenings together. I forgot to bring my camera because I was running a little late on Wednesday morning, but it was cloudy and rainy so there wasn't too much to take pictures of anyway.  We were able to see the base of Fuji really well, but the top wasn't visible most of the time. Every year they put together a trip to climb mount fuji, and a lot of the newbies do it. I'm not sure I'll want to. I already know the pain, and it requires a bit of preparation. I guess I'll decide when it gets closer.

Today I spent time inside my apartment and only a little time out on my bike. I decided not to go out for a long period of time though because I got to attempt cooking a little bit, cleaned, and put away a mound of papers that had been accumulating. My meal was only so-so, and there are still a few papers that are not organized. Also, there are a few volunteer positions I would like to apply for and I need to get working on the introductions for those. I haven't been terribly academically motivated though. Maybe I can change that now. It's only 7:45 PM after all.

Since I forgot my camera I don't have any new photos to share of my own, but I'll leave you with one rather disturbing thought. Luckily my apartment is pretty new so I shouldn't see any of these, but even people living in the nearest city have encountered these friendly bugs.

Mukade

Good night!

Lana