Yes - I got an interview with the English school! This is all still such a fantasy to me. I finished the interview with them, and was told that I'd hear a response back within 2-3 weeks to see if I was suitable for their school and to be placed in their waitlist; Lo and behold, I got 2 job offers in 2 weeks!! Finally I've decided on going to Fukuoka next year. As of January, I'll be living in Fukuoka!!
I'd like to think that I have this all planned out. This is something I've always wanted to try, it sounds like I'm working for a great company, I love teaching, I have a place to live, I love Japanese food, fashion, plush toys... the list of pros goes on and on. I did all my research and dreamed about living there. Now that's it's becoming a reality, I can't help but question - What did I get myself into?!
The 1-year contract isn't very long... but I guess it isn't exactly a short period of time either. The more I think about it, the more I am starting to worry...! How will I actually go about my daily life in Japan? What if I miss Chinese food? What if I can't handle it over there...? The excitement quickly wore off after I've accepted the contract, and now I'm just full of anxiety as things are slowly unfolding. Now, I am just kind of mechanically going through the process now (submitting paperwork as required, booking a ticket, obtaining a visa) without much thought. I don't want to over-think it and chicken out last minute!!!!!
I guess 1 year isn't so bad... I'll have to try and see it in shorter time intervals. I mean, at the rate I am currently posting my blog, the next time I blog will be just before I leave, and then 6 blog posts later I'll be back. LOL. That.... actually sounds kind of manageable!
