Some of you may know this, others may not, but Megumi and I made a fairly large decision recently. We decided to purchase property here in Japan (Saitama, to be more specific).
By association, we are basically commiting our future to Japan (we have a mortgage for a few years now!). The decision was made more out of a necessity for more living space than any 'grand plan'. 2007 has turned out to be a big year of changes for us, with my change of job in April followed by a move to our own place just last week. Personally, I blame the twins!
Getting a loan from a Japanese bank without permanent residence is quite a challenge, as is preparing to move with three small children. Anyway, we are in the new place now, and may even get rid of all the boxes in the next few weeks. Megumi is holding out, insisting that we won't be able to clear up properly without going to IKEA and doing large amounts of damage with the credit card. So, an unappealing visit to an overrated furniture shop with huge queues just to get in the car-park awaits! Joy oh joy.
If you are nearby, come and say hello, if not, wait for some pictures some time soon...
Posted by Gary at August 13, 2007 12:20 PMLove the title! Hooray for the girls. They must love the new place. Go! Run around!
Congratulations.
- Big fan of the Garner Family, Takako