I am now truly the Trollmaster. Needless to say, playing Starcraft against Luke is no longer a challenge. Some Korean players can defeat me when I only use SCVs. The new thought interface has also proved to be an extreme asset for the writing of my book. Not having to type, the creative process runs smoothly. All you have to do is edit thoughts.

Eckart Tolle has released a new book called "The Now Testament" and his following now supersedes all the major religions of the world. I for one am pleased and am beginning to believe that the New Earth is actually a possibility. Lucy has her doubts. I've completed my new modification to Oil Seller. I can now interface with him via sheer thought. My control pad handicap is finally negated. Luke's domination of Starcraft is over.

I've completed my first project for Rising Sun Games. John's going to love it. It is an integration of an OJP based combat system and the best medieval fantasy RPG ever created in my opinion. It has the works. My little extra creative addition is a 4 player co-op mode which I'm looking forward to playing on-line with my sons. It's funny I've helped program a great video game now and I still can't figure out what the deal is with the date switching on Oil Seller.

Guess what? I got the job! Lucy and I have decided to stay in Japan for the time being. John and Jackie and the twins are delighted to move to Vernon and make a start while taking care of the house. I've procured my first job as a junior computer programmer at Rising Sun Games and have given my notice at Vernon Paving. Lucy and I are excited because Eckhart Tolle is on tour doing a conference and will be in Tokyo Friday. She's getting into Japanese gardening and loving it.

We're going to Japan! I was really worried about making such a big change. But as soon as I told Lucy about it, she hugged me and said, "Nealie, don't worry, Sweetie, maybe it's time for you to open up to this Rising Sun." She's affirmed to me that it won't hinder her work in anyway. She's forever my inspiration, the key to overcoming my greatest fears.

I still haven't told Lucy about Japan.

I've been offered an interview with a computer gaming company. There's a catch. It's in Tokyo, Japan. A tad poetic to be taking Oil Seller to Japan given its namesake. My Teacher recommended me for it and feels I'll learn far more at this position than I would by finishing the program. The company is called Rising Sun Games and they are willing to fly me there. All I have to do is be willing to go. Big decision….It means I will miss the first week of the paving season. What to do?