Hello again folks! I guess I've put off posting anything here long enough. It has been an odd combination of procrastinating and running around like a headless chicken trying to get things organized and ready for this trip... I am aware off the flaw in that statement but I'm sticking to it.
Time for some information!
Okay, so, this blog, why? Mainly because I was bored when the idea came to me and I liked it so much that I ran with it. This blog is basically a small little personal project of mine. What I aim to accomplish is a somewhat detailed account of events, observations, and whatever happens to cross my way while I am half way across the world. Also, I've always wanted to try one of this things but never found the right motivation and subject to base it on. Funny how things work out, huh?
Of coarse, breaking into the "blog-scene" is not the only reason. In my opinion, this is probably one of the best ways to inform the people back home of what I'm doing. You know, as an excuse for not calling often or such to let them know how I am or what sort of things I get myself into... They might kill me if I don't (Hi mom and dad!). So, attempts at self-preservation aside, this blog is for the people back home.
Now, that does not mean that other people won't be able to read this. No, of course not. I welcome anyone who is curious and just wants to see what studying abroad is like, or is just generally curious about Japan. That being said, this blog won't be entirely about me trying to be funny... Well, probably no more than half of it. I will try and include some educational things. As to what those things may be, we will have to wait and see.
At this point, those that know me as being somewhat easily distracted and often time forgetful, might be wondering how I plan to accomplish this. Obviously I won't be caring a laptop with me 24/7 and be able to update as soon as things happen. No, that would just be crazy and silly. Can you imagine how many people I'd bump into while walking and typing? No folks, a laptop hooked to a strap around my neck just won't do. So, what's the solution then? Its simple! Its basic! ITS CALLED A NOTEPAD!... Well, a traveler's diary anyway. I will try and take notes of things while still fresh on my mind, and sometimes might even throw in a sketch or two if it calls for it. So just a heads up, if you suddenly start seeing scribbles on your screen, there is nothing wrong with your monitor.
I will try and include pictures too. Might be quicker and easier, and I'm a somewhat laid back individual. That is assuming though that I did not forget my camera.
SO! All that being said, I think I've done a good job of explaining what this is about. And, seeing as this trip is still a couple of months away, I don't foresee me updating this for a while... Unless something comes to mind that I think would be of interest... Or funny. Hell, I'll settle for funny.
Now, that does not mean that other people won't be able to read this. No, of course not. I welcome anyone who is curious and just wants to see what studying abroad is like, or is just generally curious about Japan. That being said, this blog won't be entirely about me trying to be funny... Well, probably no more than half of it. I will try and include some educational things. As to what those things may be, we will have to wait and see.
At this point, those that know me as being somewhat easily distracted and often time forgetful, might be wondering how I plan to accomplish this. Obviously I won't be caring a laptop with me 24/7 and be able to update as soon as things happen. No, that would just be crazy and silly. Can you imagine how many people I'd bump into while walking and typing? No folks, a laptop hooked to a strap around my neck just won't do. So, what's the solution then? Its simple! Its basic! ITS CALLED A NOTEPAD!... Well, a traveler's diary anyway. I will try and take notes of things while still fresh on my mind, and sometimes might even throw in a sketch or two if it calls for it. So just a heads up, if you suddenly start seeing scribbles on your screen, there is nothing wrong with your monitor.
I will try and include pictures too. Might be quicker and easier, and I'm a somewhat laid back individual. That is assuming though that I did not forget my camera.
SO! All that being said, I think I've done a good job of explaining what this is about. And, seeing as this trip is still a couple of months away, I don't foresee me updating this for a while... Unless something comes to mind that I think would be of interest... Or funny. Hell, I'll settle for funny.
