Happy New Year! 2008
Happy New Year everybody! I hope everyone had a great holiday and is looking forward to a good 2008. Starting on February 7, it will officially be the year of the Earth Rat according to the Chinese New Year. As such, mice-related goods can be seen everywhere here in Japan. It’s very different than in the States, where the New Year isn’t given much thought other than to make resolutions and party party party.
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5004895878525164441Here is a video I took of fireworks New Year’s night that I saw from the balcony of my room in Okinawa. It’s hard to tell, but it is above water.
My resolutions for 2008:
- Read one novel in Japanese: My language skills are at a point where I can watch television comfortably. This year, I want to move on to books.
- Take home things I learned in Japan about appreciating the environment: This means eco bags, water conservation, and bike riding!
- Respect money: I have always been hard up for cash, but I am starting to realize that just because you have extra money, doesn’t mean you should spend it. Likewise, you shouldn’t buy something just because it’s a good deal.
They are simple and perhaps vague, but I think applying general concepts to your way of life is better than achieving little specific goals. What resolutions have you made, if any?
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