Back in the USA
Well, it's over. The last three weeks just sped by and as I reflect on the time spent in the wonderful country of Japan, I am filled with gratitude for the opportunity afforded me by the Japanese Government through the Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund Teacher Program. I learned and experienced so much during this trip and I am very grateful that you took the time to read my trip diary entries so that I could share this incredible time with you at least partially.
My hard work now begins as I endeavor to complete my follow on plan that I proposed to the JFMF when I applied back in December 2006. Even though there will be a considerable amount of work, I am looking forward to it because by doing so I will help fulfill the mission of this program - to increase understanding of Japan and its people by Americans.
I am in Seattle as I write and will be heading to Anchorage in a few minutes. It will be great to get home and be with my family and friends again. But I feel as if I have an extended family and many friends in the mysterious country of Japan now and I know I will never forget them. I have every intention of going back to Japan someday. And if you have not traveled there, please consider it. I am sure you, too, will be impressed and awed by that country and its amazing people.
For the last time, Sayonara from Mara Sensei.
Alaskan delegation to Japan - Sayonara Buffet on the last night
11/1/2007 :
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