Didn’t Make It
So I didn’t even hold out six months before I’m back on the “no-posting” wagon. For a while there, I actually contemplated switching to Twitter, but really, I don’t want to be a twit. And the concept is stupid. I hope it dies, just like that stupid AYBABTU. That didn’t last long, right? I mean, who even remebers it?
I have been up to alot, actually. Working, tons, been doing 200+ hours a month again. Reading tons and tons of manga. The otaku list needs a major update as I’ve read at least 10 - 15 different books and novels in the last while. Found a bunch of new good stuff, and some of the worst mangas in existence!
I’ve begun the long and arduous process of learing Japanese. Not only am I horrible with spoken languages, but this one also involves re-learing how to read. However, I’ve managed to nail down most of the Hiragana table, so all I need to do is learn Katakana, practice, and start learning the grammar structures. Sounds so easy doesn’t it? Been practicing my reading on vaious things around - maily mangas - and actually I’m doing pretty well. Plus I’ve found a variety of very useful and informative websites.
- Grammar and Langauge: http://www.guidetojapanese.org/index.html
- Writing and tidbits: http://japanese.about.com/
- Writing: http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Shrine/7047/
- Hiragana Pracice: http://www.chipchat.com/NihonGo/protect/HiraganaDrill.html
- Katakana Practice: http://www.chipchat.com/NihonGo/protect/KatakanaDrill.html
I’m actually really enjoying being able to read it. It seems like such a huge feat, but I know there is much more to come.
Lastly, I wrote a letter to a newspaper and got it printed. While not hugely exciting, I’m kinda happy. It’s in today’s Now Newspaper. If you can read it. I’m not readily posting a link because it lists my name on the letter. But if you know me, send me an IM or email and I’ll send you a link.