Monday, Aug. 09, 2004 - 11:15 p.m.

Ok. A bit in pain. I got something in my right eye and the entire bottom right portion is so pink/red. It is not where the cut area from the surgery is, so I am not rushing anywhere. Just trying to flush out whatever is in there. Was a bitch to walk with this going on. I stopped a lot and all that. ugh. Next time I mention wanting to better myself somehow please remind me of this whole situation. ahhhhhhhhh.

The good news is that yest I had a virtually pain and eye gel free day. I added some eye drops just for good measure, but it was amazing. Not sure if it was all the alcohol, "activity", or relaxation from the night before that made this happen, or if my eyes are just healing. (I know you caught that, haha, you understand what I am saying, so dont ask me what "activity" I am talking about. lol.)

Meanwhile...news from the boss. When I arrived at work today, he mentioned that we should talk after classes tonight. I was trying like mad to figure out what I wanted before we talked. I wanted my reaction to be honest, but I was curious since I was hours away from knowing my Taiwan fate if I would be more clear on which choice I preferred. I could NOT figure it out. I think I really would have been ok with staying or going. Hmmm.

So, whats the verdict?

Mid-September. They already offered the job to someone when I asked if I could stay, which I thought might have happened. So, I can stay until she gets here, and def if she cancels, but then I am out. I think I am going to take the two extra weeks and jet. Payday was today so now all I need to do is pick a date. I just got a surge of excitement when I typed that. Hold on, think I will email a travel agent now and see what she can come up with! Later.

One more thing. For all of you who keep emailing me saying that my pics look like I have lost weight, HA! Here is one that shows you just how plump teh shitty food is helping me stay. Enjoy!

Jeff (fellow hosteller) and I in snake alley, Taipei. June 2004.