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Life is a funny thing. One day you can be dancing at a rave in Berlin and the next thing you know you’re teaching your child to read. Do I feel any different? Absolutely. Is it bad? No. Just different. Why? I have no stinkin’ idea. It’s the wierdest thing. I haven’t changed inside, but my priorities pull me away from the crazy things I wish I could do. Do I regret being in the position I’m in? Not all. I chose this life and the path that lead me here…well…not really, but I was lucky the path I chose was the right one. I don’t think my life here in Japan is for everyone. I mean, it really takes a lot out of me to remember I’m a gaijin. Everyday I have to remind myself I will NEVER have a voice. I’ll always be that outside guy we like to have around…sometimes. I’m interesting to Japanese. I can speak English, and I have a lot of stories and sometimes a big mouth–which makes for conversation. I have creative ideas and make things happen. The biggest challenge is just keeping my head wrapped around this and consistently moving forward without asking for too much in return. I think I’m figuring it out.
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2 Comments posted on "Staying focused in Japan"
The Warrior on June 6th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
If it makes you feel better, most Japanese don’t have a voice either.
Mike on June 7th, 2008 at 12:12 pm
Ahhh, but on a deeper level they do. I don’t mean to be listened to, rather to make change. My ideas will be listened to …that I am sure. And many of my ideas are being used under a different name, but it is MY voice that will probably not be heard because it may be a threat to someone. You must be logged in to post a comment. |
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