When we got to Japan three months ago Mami had every intention of getting a job. She created a website advertising her services (and mine) as English conversation tutors.
Initially there were no responses and we gradually got used to a, what shall we call it, a relaxed lifestyle. That was interrupted three weeks ago when someone emailed Mami wanting English tuition. We both went along and met Yurie (pronounced Yuri-eh) at a coffee shop in the local shopping centre. She is a 22 year old student who is studying graphic design with heavy emphasis on fashion and colour.
Mami and I now meet her twice a week in our favourite coffee shop to share coffee and conversation for around 45mins. It is fun and although I didn’t think I would enjoy it, it is very relaxing just talking and drinking coffee in a laid back environment. Yurie is making great progress with her speaking and both Mami and I are rapt to have a student who is so keen and willing to learn.
Last week Mami had another email and we will be meeting Mayumi, a 36 year old mum who wants to speak English. I told Mami two will be my limit but I think Mami may have her own ideas on that. For the moment though it is good fun and the money, although not great, helps pay for some of our little indulgences.
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