Quakes

[barhaven]

I've been meaning to post something for the last few weeks. Hard to know what to say, really, other than to describe what's been going on

Comments

[levitatethis]

I can only imagine what you went through and what others there are still living through.

My co-worker's nephew is also teaching there and four a few days they couldn't get in touch with him. Everyone was worried and panicked until he was able to call (or email) them to say he was at a shelter and was okay.

I'm glad to hear that you're okay and that life for you is slowly getting back to normal. Can you hazard a guess at the long term ramifications for Japan? What's the sentiment amongst the people? I can guess there's concern about the nuclear reactors but is it something people are constantly thinking about or a reality that settles in the back of the mind?

[barhaven]

I didn't go through that much, all things considered. A cold night with no heat, some food and gas shortage, and stress. That's about it

[moustachios]

*hugs*

[barhaven]

I'll be heading for Tokyo tomorrow. I'll see you soon! :)

[goodbyebartleby]

What a crazy adventure though. In a way you're at least involved in a fairly major - though terrible - historical event. Something to tell your kids about someday.

Have you had thoughts about going back to Canada at all? Sucks being so lonely.

[barhaven]

I'm actually going back to Canada for two weeks, starting tomorrow. Just a visit, but enough to get me away for a while so I can relax, rather than drive myself crazy wondering when the hell I'm going to see anyone.

I'm trying to cram as many books and things in my suitcase as I can, so I can leave them in Canada rather than shipping them home next year. (Protip: if you live in a foreign country for an extended period, download pirated e-books or get a Kindle. BOOKS ARE HEAVY.)

[forsquilis]

For some reason I thought your teaching contract was up and you were already back in North America. When I saw your post, I had a moment of sickening horror, even though you are clearly OK since you are able to post a LJ entry.

I'm very glad you're OK.

[barhaven]

LOL, I have an iPhone now, so I could post from the underground as long as the asthenosphere got decent 3G network reception.

Things are getting back to normal, but I'll be glad to take a break. I'm looking forward to my two weeks in Canada.

[black_waltz_13]

I Have a package to send you. should i send it to you in Japan, or to your folks place where you are taking a trip home soon?

[barhaven]

I'm heading to Tokyo tomorrow, and I'll be flying to Canada on Thursday. Probably won't have time for a package to make it, unless it's small. Wait until I get back to Japan, or when I take a summer trip home in a few months. :)