Comments | triviaphilia: Did I leave my heart in Tokyo, or was it just my head?

triviaphilia

Did I leave my heart in Tokyo, or was it just my head?

May 05, 2011 23:20

So I've been thinking about Japan. For those who don't know, last year I wanted to apply to the JET programme (the Japanese government recruits assistant English teachers from all over the world) but I couldn't get my citizenship in time to apply. I've been a permanent resident of South Africa since I was little, but I can't get a passport unless I ( Read more... )

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triviaphilia May 6 2011, 17:45:54 UTC

Thanks! After barely getting through varsity, the question is whether my mental health can handle any more tiring and enriching experiences for now ;)

nightfall404 May 6 2011, 16:50:38 UTC

Out of curiosity, what is your citizenship?

triviaphilia May 6 2011, 17:47:48 UTC

Right now I'm a stateless pirate, because I came here as a minor under my mother's passport. To restore my Russian citizenship would require far more trans-continental bribery than I'm able to do.

tigerlilly33 May 7 2011, 19:23:47 UTC

Wow, you're from Russia. I would never have realized. I have an acquaintance from South Africa and you guys look quite similar, so I just assumed. Weird...

As for living abroad, it can be an amazing time, but also very hard and lonely. The first time I lived in England was the best time of my life. The second was of the worst times in my life. I guess it just depends on the circumstances you find yourself in. But if you want to try, go for it. You're only young once.