English Introduction!

I chose to study Japanese because I have always been enamored by the language and culture--clearly I was one of those children raised on manga and anime. Although that part of my life sort of passed before I got to college, I remain extremely interested in Japanese cinema, Shinto, and of course, Japanese cuisine! I felt like learning Japanese would be fun, challenging, and a way to appeal to my inner child. I am excited to learn more about how the language itself interacts with the customs of the country.

After two weeks of classes I am just exhausted. I have a work-study at the Institute for Research on Women and Gender, and between that, class, and the various clubs I am in, sleep is being put on the back burner. Perhaps I will catch up on some zzz's this weekend (or maybe I'll just study Japanese). =]