Hey all, sorry to not have updated in forever! So much to say. I just got back from a trip to Nagano with the entire IES group last night, and I have millions of pictures and exciting stories, so I think that before I backtrack and update I'll write about this past vacation. It really was a vacation, we went into the country, did tons of country things, and really just relaxed for four days. It was amazing to be out of the city, I never realized how tiring living in Tokyo can be. I think that everyone had an amazing time, definitely a well needed break. It was also a really good bonding experience for everyone. I got SO close to the other Ayase Ladies (we are becoming a little family) and I was also
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