if that's what it takes, then don't let it tear us apart

Another day, splitting of atoms.
My socks are swallowing my feet.


I write this to a few.


I had a job interview on Friday for a Montessori kindergarten on the east side of Beijing. More money, better area, another challenge for me as a teacher. I'm probably going to take the job, marking an end to my current life in Beijing. I'd be moving to the other side of the city, a part that is markedly different from where I am. I'd be leaving the job that brought me here. I'd be letting some people down, but at the same time I'd be starting something new, something a bit more healthy for my non-work life. The hours are set: 8-5 Monday through Friday. Some minor weekend work required on occasion, but I choose when to do it. In the summer, a whole month off. I might actually get to have a social life. Hu-fucking-zzah!


I miss you guys. Sometimes I feel like I'm a fool for staying here when I have so much love and support elsewhere.