3 Years

3 years in Corvallis --> 3 years in Korea

Recently, I've been considering the possibility of staying in Korea for 3 years in a row. Until recently, I'd planned on staying for 2 years, then leaving for 1 year, and returning for 1 more year. The reason for leaving in the first year is for my Do What You Love - World Tour. The reason for returning and leaving again is to save money for and go on my Do What You Love - North American Tour.

I suppose the main factor for staying for 3 years in a row will be how comfortable I feel at the end of year 2. By comfortable, I mean mastering the Korean language, continuing to find time and space for juggling and people to juggle with.

I was in Corvallis for 3 years. It was a rather fun and successful experience for me as I was able to have positive work experiences, academic experiences, volunteer experiences, and friendships.

Looking into the future, I want to continue to be successful. It would be ideal to always have bigger and more exciting successful experiences. That being said, I think that 3 years in a row in Korea would allow me to master the language, develop as a juggler, and save the money neccessary for 2 years worth of touring.

As I write this I'm really surprised by the long term nature of my touring goals... putting in 3 years of work in a foriegn country for 2 years of travel. I don't think I would have the confidence to plan such long term goals without the experience of success in Corvallis.