Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Japanese Frosted Flakes! Different language, but same GRRRREEAAT taste!

I was so happy to find this precious little box of sugary goodness at an international market named effe! Not sure what it translates into, but whatever, they have cereal! I did an extensive search in every aisle and found that they do not have Fruit Loops, Cheerios (which I already suspected), Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Fruity Pebbles, Rice Krispies...honestly the list could go on so let me list what they did have! They had granola (Dad you would like that), a version of Coco Krispies (my next purchase) and, well, that's it! Sad selection to say the least. I've decided I am going on the noodle diet for 2 reasons: 1) I have no choice! Japan is a noodle country. 2) It's the only thing I know I like so far. I miss my mexican food, pizza, spaghetti, and hamburgers! Oh, I did venture out to a McDonalds yesterday and tried ordering a Big Mac but ended up with some Quarter pounder thingy because of this lame language barrier!! However, I ate it and it was hamburger heaven! Plus the french fries were what really brought me in there to begin with :) I've also started drinking this Milk Tea thing and I like it (shockingly to my surprise).
School is going great! I really enjoy my job. I technically don't start teaching PE until next week, but I have spent my time this week working in the office and introducing myself to the kids. The school is K-8th and they are all very enthusiastic about PE! I have been going to recess with the kids and have already been playing tag, jump roping, and sliding down the slide! So much fun! I'm still adjusting to the idea that this is my temporary home, but when I go to work everything seems worth while!
Just in case you don't know, I live on the 3rd floor of my apartment with the #33 directly across the hall!!! Praise the Lord for the simple things! Everyday I walk out my front door, I see the blessed number, thank the Lord, then smile and go about my day. I feel it's God's way of reaching down to me and saying, "Kelli, I love you. I know this move is a difficult one and you have sacrificed a lot. So here is a little something to remind you of my love and everything will be alright." Thank you, Lord!

4 comments:

Let Love Grow said...

Yes, those simple things are what bring us LIFE! The big things are too much work! He has been helping me realize that more and more. Being content is good; being peaceful is awesome. Having a joyful heart is truly a gift from the LORD...so keep SINGING and Smiling and thanking Him for the simple things that are totally HIM! :-) love ya Twin!

PS...not sure if SC could handle us, but we will give it a whirl!!

Anonymous said...

Hooray for you! I'm so proud of you, Kelli! You're doing GREAT!!!!!!

So when can we find you on Skype?

kristinemmert said...

Yes.. Praise the Lord for the simple things my friend.. Love ya and Miss ya.. but KNOW that you are sooo enjoying all of your new adventures.. Yeah..!! I can't wait to read about what's next..!! (hehe)

Keeping you in thought and prayer always..

Love you lots, Special K ;-)

Sommer said...

I am so excited for you. I love this blog thing. I think I'm gonna try the Frosted Flake ice cream combo just for you. :O) Love you and miss you bunches.
Sommer

P.S. Mom's here and she wants to post something........

Hi Surfer Girl!!!!! What the heck!?!?!? You're in Japan!?!??! And you're HUGE!!!!! I thought you were about Sommer's height. LOL!!!!
What's the weather like there? When can Sommer come vist? (She had me add that FYI) She'll just stick me with watching the girls. LOL!
Okay, she's rushing me to "Post". Whatever the heck that means. lol OMG!!! I just realized....I laugh and scream allot. And Sommer's says I spell "allot" wrong. LOL!!! Oooops..there I go again! HAHAHAHA!!!!!!!
Okay again...Sommer's making me leave. Take care of yourself, and have fun! Eat plenty of green tea ice cream. It's the BEST!!!
Ciao.....or Oyasumi Sommer is telling me to say. Night!