A New Beginning

It was not easy to find and select a house to live in for a duration of at least 2 years. Hiro and I had to consider the location, it should be convenient, near the subway station, near to at least one supermarket and it should be in a safe and well lit area, the price, it should be within our budget, the size and several other considerations.

Finally, one day we chose this house. We moved in July 16, 2013. The living room and the 2 other rooms were spacious. We both liked it already the first time we saw it. This place isn't perfect and we're now discovering points in this house that are not satisfactory for us but, so far so good. We are adjusting and I'm sure in no time, we'll learn to appreciate it more.

I thank everybody who supported me in prayer when we moved here. It's such a blessing to have family and friends who will back you up in every endeavor you face.

My Plans

Today marks our third day here in Sapporo. As early as now, I have to set up my plans so that everything can be in order in my head. There is no guarantee as to its effect but it's worth a try.

1. Learn Japanese

a. Target Time: Level 1/Beginner level, 2 months
b. Method: Self Study, Talk with family often, Register with some classes

2. Prepare for our own place in Sapporo --- Got it! ^^

a. Target Time: Before the start of my hubby's work
b. Method: Follow/Support hubby

3. Look for Work

a. Target Time: 3 months
b. Method: Internet, printed stuff

4. Look for a Church --- Found it!!! ^^

a. Target Time: 1 month
b. Method: Internet

5. Maintain a Prayerful Attitude

a. Target Time: Everyday, everytime

I've become a certified resident here in Japan today...yehey!

We ate this ice cream today. It tasted like tea. ^^

My Japan Residency Card

Hiro, my father-in-law and I went to Sapporo City Hall today and we had all my documentations done. They also registered our address and now my residence card has an address at the back. In addition, they have registered me and my husband for an insurance. Now, we can avail of many services in Japan including hospitalization.

I still have to learn Japanese so that I can speak with my new family fluently.