Well some of you know that I am counting down the days till vacation. Good news is that I am under the 90 day mark till I get home. Time really does seem like its flying and I really like that. I am just really excited to get back and see people. I miss everyone greatly and coming back during the holiday season will be great. Seems like plans for New years are going in to effect, but we could hit some possible set backs with New Years falling on the middle of the week. So be it. I think its better that its just a joyous time for everyone and could care less where it happens.

I have also been on a big anime kick as of late and just finished the Full Metal Alchemist series. Although very upset about how it ended, I was pretty satisfied that it did not fall under the normal anime format that I ranted about a few days ago.

Just a quick little side note...I have now been through apparently 6 earthquakes since I have been here...2 of them in the 5+ range. Should I really be worried that I never notice them? Oh well.

On a very happy note for all those that know that I am fighting to lose weight. I have lost 34lbs in my time here so far and hope to drop an additional 15 by the time I get home. I don't seem to look too different but I have went from a 42 jean to a 38 which I have not really worn since high school. I am pretty happy about it all.

Just want to thank all of you for taking time out of your days to keep in touch. It really means a lot to me. I will never be able to repay all of you for the support you give me. This has definitely been the hardest thing I have ever done and it has been more than just a job. I still have a lot of time left on my contract but it will go by fast. Speaking of which...see you all soon. Its less than 90 days till I can enjoy the company of all those close to me. Till then, have fun everyone.