Before I leave my country Japan...

Aya

Aya

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I hope couple of people post their thoughts and advices for me before leaving. (to push myself forward)

Tonight, I had a chance to talk to Atreides in person and I finally understood that the situation in Japan is REALLY REALLY serious. (Thank you Atreides for giving me courage to make this decision.) So, I decided to leave here(Chiba,Japan) this weekend (the latest). I haven't bought a ticket yet. I am going to ask as many people as possible who wants to come with me during the day. I am going to respect there decisions ( I know that there are many people who want to stay here. ) and not going to force the issue. (even if it's hard...)
And tomorrow night I am going to get some tickets ready and be prepared. I think I am taking a little risk staying here for 3 more days. Just staying here another day is pretty scary.

My destination will be Canada where my bf ~fabric~ is. I also know quite many people because I was living there before.
I let fabric know about this and he was little concerned for me to make this decision.

fabric:"I do think that leaving is probably a good idea but you have a lot at stake, so all I ask is that you make this decision to quit work and leave with as much info as possible"

Aya"I am just leaving for while fabric. I am coming back."

fabric: "you're giving up your source of income Aya
will your work take you back when you return?"

After I had this little discussion with him, I felt little uneasy. Thankfully, fabric suggested to write about this on the forum, so here I did.

I think I am making a right decision. I feel it.
I do not have much time so any advices, I would be appreciated.

Keep going, Just go, Just get out!
I hope I can go through this too.

Thank you so much! :love:
 
Hi Aya, the money consideration is valid and should be considered with care. Have you looked at available jobs in Canada that suit your knowledge and/or skills? It may be beneficial to place your resume on monster.com, careerbuilder.ca, and careers.yahoo.com and specify in your profile the area that you're targeting for jobs. I found it easier to just put in your profile that you live there already (Canada), and when they contact you, explain your situation and that you're looking to move. I am all for the decision to get out of danger zones, but don't rush into it without preparation, that's all.
 
Personally I would get as far away, as quickly as possible, from that type of radiation exposure as I could. If only for a month or two.
 
Yes, the situation is almost out of control. The level of radiations on the site is now so hight that no human intervention is possible.
 
Aya,

I can appreciate the gravity of your situation. If I were in this situation, I would probably be thinking the same thing about wanting to leave the immediate disaster zone, especially now that it appears things are out of control.

I guess if you're going to leave you should probably ask yourself some basic questions: For instance, do you have some means of temporary support when you get to Canada? You mentioned your boyfriend ~fabric~, could he help you out until you get established? How much in savings do you have and is this enough to get you by for some time without a job? (this is more a question you can answer yourself, please do not divulge financial details on here.) Also, what are the immigration policies in Canada and what are your chances of gaining citizenship or at least some sort of temporary work permit once you're there?

Also, even if there is a serious meltdown, you may have to contend with radiation fallout in Canada too. Granted it may not be as bad, but how prepared will you be for this given that you'll be in a new land with less of a support network (presumably)?

I wish you the best!
 
I am hoping to come back to Japan when everything is settled. I think it's an emergency so my focus is on if I should keep my life on risk or not. (stay or get out)
My job..it's important too. But right now, it's very hard for me to think about the next job...or even tomorrow. Please understand.
 
RyanX said:
Aya,

I can appreciate the gravity of your situation. If I were in this situation, I would probably be thinking the same thing about wanting to leave the immediate disaster zone, especially now that it appears things are out of control.

I guess if you're going to leave you should probably ask yourself some basic questions: For instance, do you have some means of temporary support when you get to Canada? You mentioned your boyfriend ~fabric~, could he help you out until you get established? How much in savings do you have and is this enough to get you by for some time without a job? (this is more a question you can answer yourself, please do not divulge financial details on here.) Also, what are the immigration policies in Canada and what are your chances of gaining citizenship or at least some sort of temporary work permit once you're there?

Also, even if there is a serious meltdown, you may have to contend with radiation fallout in Canada too. Granted it may not be as bad, but how prepared will you be for this given that you'll be in a new land with less of a support network (presumably)?

I wish you the best!
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Any fallout in Canada won't be NEAR as bad as in Japan.
 
Aya,

In this case, I would leave even if you are not sure what is awaiting you in Canada. You can figure it down there. You can find a decent job, specially it you tell them why you are there.
As RyanX pointed, there is radiation reaching the West part of Canada, Vancouver is one, I think. In what part of Canada is fabric living?


edit: Mr. Premise, your right - the radiation is not even near as high and it also depends on other factors as well ...me thinks, however it is worth knowing.
 
Hello Aya,
If you know and feel that you have to leave, even for a moment, do so. The most important is to preserve yourself and to give yourself the most optimal conditions to recuperate and rest from these difficult moments. You have friends in Canada and you may have some help. You can also find a job or something later but for now, think first about how to heal and recuperate yourself. Do not be afraid of moving and just have some faith and courage.
We're all with you in mind.
 
mkrnhr said:
Hello Aya,
If you know and feel that you have to leave, even for a moment, do so. The most important is to preserve yourself and to give yourself the most optimal conditions to recuperate and rest from these difficult moments. You have friends in Canada and you may have some help. You can also find a job or something later but for now, think first about how to heal and recuperate yourself. Do not be afraid of moving and just have some faith and courage.
We're all with you in mind.
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I second what mkrnhr is saying !
 
andi said:
mkrnhr said:
Hello Aya,
If you know and feel that you have to leave, even for a moment, do so. The most important is to preserve yourself and to give yourself the most optimal conditions to recuperate and rest from these difficult moments. You have friends in Canada and you may have some help. You can also find a job or something later but for now, think first about how to heal and recuperate yourself. Do not be afraid of moving and just have some faith and courage.
We're all with you in mind.
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I second what mkrnhr is saying !
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And I third this. Take care Aya, you are in all of our thoughts. :hug:
 
I'm also with mkrnhr on this. If you think you must leave, do so -- I'd certainly do so, too. The other issues (money, job) will sort themselves out, or rather, you'll find a solution to those. Take it step by step. First step is to get out of there. Take good care of yourself!
 
mkrnhr said:
Hello Aya,
If you know and feel that you have to leave, even for a moment, do so. The most important is to preserve yourself and to give yourself the most optimal conditions to recuperate and rest from these difficult moments. You have friends in Canada and you may have some help. You can also find a job or something later but for now, think first about how to heal and recuperate yourself. Do not be afraid of moving and just have some faith and courage.
We're all with you in mind.
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I also agree with mkrnhr. This is a very hard situation to be in. I wish you the best of luck.
 
I read in the paper today that all the expats are fleeing back to their respective countries, if I were in Japan, I would be like "You had me at Nuclear Reactor."

When people start tossing around words like Chernobyl, and Meltdown etc, the first thing that would come to my mind: Vacation time, party of me.

The worst if you leave: No job.
The worst if you stay: No life.

Be strong Aya! Just tell your boss the truth, you are scared and you need a week off to see family and friends. It's not forever, hell, it might only be for a couple of weeks tops, if everything works out, you just come back, and get a new job, no harm, no foul.

As for money concerns, you can always get more money, you can't get more seconds.
 
Hello Aya,

Preserve your health. :) You have been in Canada before, and that will help a lot to smooth your way. Prepare as best you can, and go.

I know its hard. But you can do this.... :hug:
 
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