Woohoo, it's the 6 month anniversary since the 2007/08 JETs arrived here in Japan! It's a good feeling, although it really doesn't feel like it has been that long. Exactly 6 months ago, I was just meeting my friends in the lobby of the Keio Plaza Hotel in Shinjuku, reading to go out shopping in Akihabara. With a stupid grin on my face, thinking about all the adventures to come. And adventures there have been, by the bucket load.

I've had an absolutely awesome time on JET so far. I've experienced Japanese culture by the truckload, fought my way through Japanese everyday life, taught in the Japanese school system, made new friends, met cool random people, eaten wonderful food, partied a lot and a whole heap of other cool things. Naturally, there have been some downs to counter the ups, too, all in all making for a wonderful life and learning experience.

Overall, I'm extremely glad that I took the plunge and applied for JET. It was a big, life changing choice, as picking up and moving 10,000km away to a country with no friends and a completely different language, lifestyle and culture wasn't exactly easy! It has paid off though, in so many ways.

I don't regret coming at all, and I'm very thankful for that. There is a lot that draws me back home, but for the moment, Japan is definitely the right place for me. One year here is far too short a time, so I've applied for another year and with any luck, will be granted it. As for staying longer, I don't know yet. I'll cross that bridge when I get to it! Regardless - long live the JET Program, and Japan! :) Party on, team!