Family matters... and onward

Well, today's been a fairly "take it easy" sort of day. I thought I might finally get some trip recap and/or highlight entries posted, but I ended up vegging for a while and then my dad dropped a "future" talk on me =). It went alright though.

Transitions abound in the family

In case you're wondering, the wedding was interesting and went well. Euni and Bob got to enjoy a nice stay at the Grand Hyatt after the wedding, courtesy of my parents. Meanwhile I spent the rest of Saturday hanging out with my brother and his friends. All of his friends have recently left or will soon leave for college, as is Alex (he'll be going to Oberlin if you're curious). That was a fun time - I actually got to bond a bit with my bro and even a few of his friends, which was pretty cool.

One thing which I was happy to discover was that Alex's friends seem to genuinely care about him and each other. I wasn't totally sure before today, since I've noticed he lets them make fun of him with relative impunity (I guess we may be more alike than I realized!) - not generally a good sign. But there is love behind it all, so that is good. Also, I've decided he's more intelligent than he gives himself credit for (which might be surprising given the ease with which trash talk flows from his mouth ;) ).

The future should prove interesting. I hope to build that relationship more, as I haven't had much chance to do so (or taken the opportunity) over the last several years. Anyhow, I'll post more about my various exploits here (and before) later.

Embarkation

Tomorrow, bright and early, I'll be heading out to Tokyo, en route to Seattle. As I mentioned in my comments, I found a host for my one night in Tokyo. I have no idea where I'm going (Ueno or thereabouts, wherever that is) so this will be a little adventure. It should be some welcome fun. Plus I get to meet new friends of a friend of friends (or possibly just friends of an acquaintance of acquaintences). I'm excited.

I've been having a wonderful time so far this trip. I have been thinking about what the future holds, and I wonder where I will end up. Moving away from Champaign feels more and more like a certain imminent event. I still have uncertainties that I'm hoping to discuss with people in not too long.

I'm also hoping that all is going well with all my friends. Perhaps you'll see me in Japan, but otherwise it'll be in the States... Now for some sleep!