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?

Lucy loves her Valentine's Day present. Cha-ching!

I really feel like I've awakened to my life's purpose. I have a gift for this stuff and I'm truly in the now when I'm programming. Lucy has been really supportive this winter.

I'm making swift progress in my programming school. I'm averaging 12 hours a day on Oil Seller but I enjoy it and come March I won't have anywhere near the time I have now.