~:[CH11 - Day 169]:~ Reunited
When he left, we made plans to reunite in Nara, but then the pandemic hit. It was sad to see the opportunity fade away year after year, but made this reunification even more special. The day started with an exhausting walk to the train station as the humidity hit me hard. Carrying a bag didn't help. I was sweating as I entered the train and felt bad for all around. I transferred here and there and almost two hours later, made my way to the school I would be introducing MUN to. It was great to make a presentation to the staff and see what their interests and concerns were. I think it's important to see how the differences in cultures will made it more challenging to start up a program here, but see how in the long run, it can benefit the students. It was great to meet the staff and to observe an English class, however, what kept throwing me off is that it was Saturday and a normal school day for them. After, I reconnected with Izumi and his family over lunch. They were kind enough to take me around as we stopped by an awesome goldfish museum, watched his violin lesson, went bowling until super late and ate a very late dinner. I think the day was longer than we thought it would be, but it was definitely a great way to reunite. Even if it's just for a short while, to finally have the reunion we had talked about for so long was so amazing. Sadly, he just passed me in height, but he still needs to work on his bowling skills as I took all five games. I was tired, but it was such a fulfilling day that I will definitely treasure.
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