the start of something new

Back in December, I wrote this post, not knowing whether we would be able to stay in Tokyo or not.

If you didn’t know, Satoshi was working for a travel agency.

Over the years there have been things that have hampered travel like SARS, 9.11 just to name a few, but we were thankful that Satoshi’s company kept everyone employed.

Fast forward to this pandemic bringing business down, WAY down.

Luckily, his company was offering an early retirement package BUT only to a set number of people so even if he applied, there was a chance he might not receive the package.

We are thankful that they were even offering something, many other businesses in Japan were not.

Thankfully, he was approved and starts his “retirement” today.

Satoshi says he will study more German and eventually use his guide’s license to apply for translating/guide work.

I don’t think I can “retire” from housewife-ing though I will start to “train” him to do more around the house...

Since I don’t have to make Satoshi’s bento, I can wake up a little later...whoo!

I am also happy I don’t have to iron any more too (it's the little things!)

We are looking for somewhere to move to, but for the moment, we plan to stay where we are in Tokyo.

Hopefully this pandemic will be over soon or we can get vaccinated, so we can do things other than “stay at home”.

Just wanted to tell you what is happening and to thank you for always being a part of our adventures.