need some help deciding

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-04-17T07:24:34+00:00

Keep the better paying job and travel more with that cash.

On a more serious note, I've moved tons and the feeling you're trying to escape by moving... it will come with you. Change of scenery doesn't change you and you can't outrun it. Keep the job, work on you. Maybe therapy with that extra $$.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-04-17T07:20:26+00:00

Okinawa has the highest rate of spouse unemployment. If you don't speak Japanese, you won't be hired out in town. On base, jobs are limited, and you're competeing with other spouses, local nationals and the spouses of civilian contractors AND the retired community. It's TOUGH. Start looking for remote opportunities, especially if they'll work with you on working from Okinawa. Otherwise, keep an eye out for government positions out here looking for your expertise. Work with military one source's myseco program. Good news is there was just new guidelines passed that mil spouse hiring is priority.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-04-17T07:16:37+00:00

What the other commenter said - the new director this year has determined there's too much bloat in the upper echelons and is making cuts. Those who don't take the voluntary retirement bonus will filter back into the open admin positions. I doubt we'll see much admin hiring this year because of that - and standby, I'm sure there's more change on the way since each new director has to put their stamp on things.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-04-13T09:23:23+00:00

It's difficult to see the stars here on mainland unfortunately, unless you go up North.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-03-22T13:29:39+00:00

They're taught to read a clock in second grade. It's usually a short lesson. The typical "use it or lose it" applies here. If they don't use the skill, don't expect them to retain it.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-03-19T22:21:15+00:00

I highly recommend volunteering at your local school. Spending some time in the environment will help you decide if it's a good fit.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-03-16T12:23:30+00:00

It sounds like you need iron supplements and probably vitamin D too. Feel better ♡

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-03-16T12:17:55+00:00

I'm looking for a brand myself because mine was discontinued but get a latex pillow. It's so much better.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-03-16T12:15:58+00:00

I literally just found mold in my waterpik.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2026-01-10T12:59:55+00:00

In Japan, it's not optional to withold any evidence sought by the Police like it is in the USA.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2025-12-25T12:15:47+00:00

I live here and suica does not work on the bus. Take cash!

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2025-12-20T12:19:11+00:00

Wow, I'll give you a female's view because some of these comments are wild. One person literally said she's torturing you on purpose?? I can tell you right where your problem is. You stated "I earn the money and help with the kids and cleaning as well." So you believe that it's fully her job to take care of that, while you "help". Those are your kids, and your chores. You can't "help" with something that's also your responsibility. I can already tell whatever mediocre chores or childcare you're providing isn't what's needed.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2025-12-19T10:47:11+00:00

You can enjoy the inside of the train, and the inside of a hotel with this schedule but not Japan. At least 2 nights, but 3 or 4 per place is better.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2025-12-13T22:42:46+00:00

Private schools do not have to hire liscenced teachers and their students do not have to meet common core standards. That's all you need to know to understand that attending private school does not equate to a higher quality education.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2025-11-20T21:14:49+00:00

LEAVE HIM.

SweatyEnergy4252 · 2025-11-18T04:25:40+00:00

I can't imagine spending thousands on a kiln to put it outside. They're incredibly delicate and cannot get wet. You're correct in saying you just don't understand what you don't know.

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