So much is going on.
I am preparing for the 2kyuu of the JLPT, which is less than one month away. I am nervous about it, my reading still leaves much to be desired. I finished cramming all the 1000 kanji, now I am focusing on the vocab and reading and grammar. My school didn't focus on JLPT prep, so there are lots of holes in my vocabulary.
I had a part time job lined up which, even though I had misgivings about the temperament of my boss, I took. Well, after about a month, I had to bow out. That was yesterday, so today I got my resume together, and walked around Chicago, mumbling and thinking.
I can't let that get in the way of my studies, but looking for a job not only sucks, but it's hard work. I need something part-time, and I prefer earning "more" than "less", but I am torn between looking for more of an IT related job (more money) or a retail job (less responsibility) . A job at a bookstore sounds nice. I would go to a Japanese restaurant, but most are run by Koreans here in Chicago, so my Japanese would be of little or no use. I thought about Starbucks, but man, everybody orders all those f-----g complicated drinks, I don't want to memorize that menu. I don't drink anymore, so bartending is out. I know I have lots of options, it's just knowing which route to go. And being a little patient.
Anyway, life is ok. I am still safe in my Uncle's apartment, have a little money in the bank, and am getting registered for classes soon. I have a good woman waiting for me in Japan, and good friends and family. I shall not forget to be grateful.