So sushi just isn't my thing, but at least now when people protest that I just haven't had good quality sushi I can confidently know that I have. Straight from the ocean actually.
So, my time here is nearly over. It's a crappy rainy day so it's a good day to get myself packed up and prepared for the long flight home. Do have plans to check out my brohters ship this afternoon. It's huge and will be nice to see where he spends so much of his time.
In all, I've had a great time. Though I often felt disoriented, confused and lost, I've had a great experience here and feel more cultured and diversifyed. I'm also coming away with new respect for those who come to our home not really sure what to expect. It's a very overwhelming experience to be in another country not knowing the norms, the language, the menus, the transportation or everyday life. And this I felt knowing that I would be going home in 2 weeks.
I've had a great time hanging with my brother, walking our feet weary in search of temples and statues, and writing our own maps as we discovered the culture, but I am ready to come home.
I'm ready to hit the gym (yes, I actually miss it), scrimmage on Thursdays, get drunk on Miller Lite alone, see all my friends and fam, eat at places where I can read the menu, laugh obnoxiously loud, and blend in with the masses. That being said, thanks for following along and I'll see you all soon!
Kristi

Can you believe that there are no available taxis for my airport transport? Guess its one more adventure on the trains.