freedomwv

About Me
Username: Avatar freedomwv
User: Ryan
Homepage: http://ryandsmith.newsvine.com/
2nd site: http://theghostletters.blogspot.com/
Location: Tokyo,Japan
Occupation: English Teacher, Aspiring Writer
Biography: I am an English Teacher and aspiring writer living in Tokyo. I left my American home and have no real desire to go back(if you knew what America is like these days you would understand why). I have a taste for vice and a lust for life. I am a man of liberty and a sucker for a good time. I was born and raised in the south. I proudly wear my culture and background on my sleeve in the land of the raising sun.
Interests: Living my life and enjoying the ride
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My JapanSoc Stats
Joined: 2008-03-08
Total stories submitted: 94
Total Top Stories: 59
Comments: 678
Total Socs: 853
Top Story Socs: 217
Favorites: 54
Genki: 100%
Points: 6977
Sumo Rank: Komusubi
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Teaching Is Not So Bad After All
Posted by TheGhost on 2 December 2008
When I got all settled in Tokyo I knew that I was going into the teaching field. I thought that it would be a chance to get my feet wet in the job market in Tokyo. I also needed a steady paycheck. The need to eat hits a guy real quick. Not to mention that when married work is a must. Hell, I like ...[Read More]
The End of The First Year at the Beginning of The End of the Old Year
Posted by TheGhost on 1 December 2008
As December starts two endings and one beginning are taking place. The end of 2008 is at the heels of the world. Another year is passing by just as fast as the last. The ground shook, many people died for no good reason, the price of tea in China is still anyone`s guess, The US government is still c...[Read More]
Thanksgiving Out and About
Posted by TheGhost on 28 November 2008
Keeping with the traditions from the old country I found a way to celebrate Thanksgiving. No Thanksgiving is complete without a fine turkey dinner. Seeing that Japan does not celebrate the holiday there are not a lot of seasonal events to attend. Watching an American Football game is all but out ...[Read More]
Friendship Key to Maintaining `Balance` in Tokyo
Posted by TheGhost on 27 November 2008
Recently, I hung out with my pal Hamed. I have known him for a few months now. We met though work and have kept in contact. It is always fun to hang out with Hamed because he is kind of on the same vibe as me. We think alike on many things which makes it easy for me to talk to him. This most recent...[Read More]
Why are there so many Unhappy People in Tokyo?
Posted by TheGhost on 19 November 2008
As many of you may know I was not raised in a city. In fact, I have spent the majority of my life living in mountains. Furthermore, my cultural background is rooted in the American south. These simple, yet very important facts, may be a huge factor in my lack of understanding as to why there appears...[Read More]