Stage two: complete.

[shirenomad]

In case I neglected to mention it earlier, I'm toying around with joining the JET program. (It's in Japan, it pays money. What other reasons do I need?) Went through the interview stage today... not sure how well I did, though. I generally don't interview well. And I can't just go in and say I want to be an JET ALT because Japan and money. Fortunately, I'd already thought that through to some degree when I cranked out my application essay a couple months ago, so I had a few more answers prepped on that subject. And I was able to come up with something off the cuff in response to "you enjoyed your time in Japan before, but what if it proves harder or more stressful this time?" On the other hand, I had a bit of trouble with "how are you qualified for teaching?" (why, WHY didn't I mention that I've done both amateur and professional proofreading?) and I don't think I impressed them with my uncertainty over which grade I wanted to teach ("wherever the class is taught in about 50% English, 50% Japanese" was my best stab).

But actually, the most stressful part was getting lost on the way there. One hour from San Jose to SF, 45 minutes driving the streets of the city with a bunch of maps and a confused expression. Whoever designed the city layout ("can't turn left here... or here... or here... you know what? screw the signs!" *completely illegal U-turn*) needs to be shot.

Comments

[eternalism.livejournal.com]

I hope you get to go to Japan again. I know you had a cool time there last time. :p

And maybe if by some miracle I get money and can send you some, I can force you to buy me souvenirs. XD

But still, good luck with this. I envy you for getting to go. Maybe one of these days, I'll get mad skillz and be able to do the same program. I think I'd just about wet my pants if I got to go to Japan and get paid!

[chubbypanda.livejournal.com]

Is why I always do train/bus in SF. Less stress.