Thursday, May 22, 2008

See You Tomorrow

I thought I'd make an update on my progress so far.

As of now, I'm officially accepted to study at Sophia University in Tokyo for the 2008-2009 school year. When I received the official confirmation e-mail at work, I couldn't concentrate at all for the rest of the day. Even accidentally crashing patients into a wall at times (I work at a hospital, pushing patients and specimens around). Although, as I learned from before, being accepted is only half the battle. Until I've boarded that airplane to Narita, and settled into my seat with my violin at my side, will I feel like I truly have made it. Although, if my plane does end up crashing... well, at least I was finally on my way towards accomplishing one very significant lifetime goal. Who would've thought showing a boy Godzilla when he was 4 years old would have bloomed into something like this?

I love boxing. I love the atmosphere. I love the mentality. It's hard not to be motivated when you walk into that gym door. Everyone is there to train hard, to become stronger. It's the kind of environment that just motivates you to continue fighting, even when you feel like you've spent up all your energy. Also, for the past few weeks I've felt a new sort of vitality. I have a lot more energy than I used to, and just feel stronger overall. There's something about boxing I can't quite put my finger on... but it's really something good.

I started playing music with Night of Fungi. This is very interesting music, that I really enjoy. Although we're just babies right now, I hope Night of Fungi matures into a nice healthy mushroom one day. We intend to record this summer before I leave. I've also been talking to a couple guys from Japan, who I may end up playing music with as well. That's something else to be excited for.

The future is mysterious and exciting right now. Most of all, I wish for luck as I apply for Financial Aid to be able to pay for this trip abroad. Otherwise, I'll just try again next year.

Until next time...

また明ζ—₯!

Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Accepted.

Accepted.