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October 31st 2010
Whew! I can't believe it has been almost a month since I have written. I think that is a good thing- it means I have been busy and involved in my life here. It also means I have lots to share! We had our school fall break this past week (we get a whole week off!), so I went to visit Dana, one of my roommates from college, in Tokyo. I have heard lots of different things about Tokyo- it is busy, ... read more

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more

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Laura Lorentzen

My name is Laura Lorentzen. I am 23 years old and recently moved from the U.S. to Hong Kong, China. I will be starting my first year of teaching music in a new country. I have signed up for a year of teaching pre-K through 2nd grade, hope I survive! I thought the hard part was moving to a new country....but we shall see. :) I have a wonderful family and friends who have been VERY supportive of this move. I also have an amazing fiancee, who has been extra wonderful about this unique opportunity. I am looking forward to the coming year, with all its new experiences and challenges. ... full info

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