'Tis Official

Family,
Dad said earlier that I was "vasilating" on the idea of graduating in December, but as of today, I am registered to do so. Again, the ceremony is Saturday, December 11th and it could be a great vacation oppurtunity for all.

This is for Emily. She wanted to know about the Sushi in Japan.

McDonalds in Japan

So last night I am strolling around town looking for someplace to eat dinner. After a week of eating Fish, Rice, and using chopsticks at every meal I was really craving some good ol' American Cuisine. So after passing about a dozen noodle shops, sushi bars, and starbucks, I was about to give up and just eat some Japanese when all of a sudden I turned a corner and there it was....The Golden Arches of McDonalds. My heart almost skipped a beat.

Normally I can't stand McDonalds, but last night it was a little piece of heaven. I got inside and the staff didn't speak english and the menu was in Japanese so I had to rely on the International communication tool that I have frequently used on this trip. I pointed. I pointed at a Quarter Pounder with Fries and coke. Of Course, this is McDonalds (even though it is on the other side of the world), so I didn't get my Quarter Pounder, instead I got a Big Mac. But that was OK. A Big Greasy burger that I didn't have to use Chopticks on was my goal and that goal was accomplished.

I finally have a full time job!!!

Hey guys,

I was offered a full time position here at Scripps Memorial La Jolla. I will be working in the Medical Staff Department. Basically it's HR but for the MD's. I'm really excited about it. I start doing that on Monday. I finally will have health insurance again and job stability. Just thought you guys might want to here that.

I am in Tokyo

I just arrived at my hotel in Tokyo. Man what a long day!! It's 2:45am San Diego time, and 6:45pm Tokyo time. I left my house at 9:30am. I am so tired b ut I do not want to go to bed because I will wake up in 8 hours and it will be 3:00 in the morning. I need to stay up as long as I can so I can get used to the time zone quickly.

Here's a picture of a public toilet in Switzerland that's made entirely out of one-way glass. No one can see you in there, but when you are inside, it looks like you're sitting in a clear glass box. Would you use it?


From Inside

From Outside

Just for Chris

I have to post something because Chris said I am a "Peeping Blogger". So I just want to say that I think I really like blogging. What a great way to stay in touch with everyone! Good Job Chris!

Graduation

Family,
I am graduating from college. The ceremony is on Saturday, December 11, 2004 in Laie, Hawaii. I know it is far away and I surely won't be offended if no one comes. But, it is Hawaii and you could make a vacation out of it! Talk amongst yourselves about the possibilities. I know Mom and dad will come. I have finals up until that Friday the 1oth, but I'm not leaving until Monday the 13th and that could easily be extended depending on when and if people come.

New project in Japan

I just got my new assignment. It looks like I will be heading overseas to Japan. It's a short 6 week project. I will probably spend half of that in Tokyo and the rest working from San Diego.

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Digital Camcorder

Robyn and I want to buy a Digital Camcorder. I am just starting to do research. If anybody has experience in this area, I would appreciate some guidance. There are lots of models and features out there to select from.