My parents were against the relationship I have with Mizuki at first when they found out we are dating. It is not that they are discriminating persons with disabilities. It is just that dating with persons with disabilities is beyond what they can picture and predict.
Jeff’s Tips to Maintain a Relationship
It is Jeff. To continue the previous article I wrote about the other side of our stories, I want to talk about how to maintain a relationship, especially in a foreign country.Being in a relationship and maintaining it is very difficult. It can be more difficult if you are in a foreign country and when you are the outsider. There are 3 major factors that help me and Mizuki overcome the hardships we had and I would like to share them with you.
Please Try to Look Beyond the Screen, Too
FaceTime Saves Long Distance Relationship!?
Leaving Mizuki Alone in the U.S
Hi, it’s Jeff. I flew to Syracuse, New York in the beginning of October to help Mizuki to set things up for the upcoming 1-year research. We are extremely lucky to meet many great people and received incredible supports from our new friends in Syracuse. I had stayed in Syracuse for about a week then I flew back to Japan by myself, leaving Mizuki alone.
Don’t Miss Our Wedding on TV Tonight!
The Best Wedding Ceremony at Fashion Show!
Hello, it’s Mizuki.
Jeff and I joined “Bari-Colle (Barrier-Free Collection) ”, a fashion show organized by NHK TV Program Baribara, last weekend!
Many people came to see the show.
We dressed upin real wedding dresses and the team throw a ceremony party for us with all the audiences.
We really appreciate this opportunity. Thank you so much!
I will report this fashion show briefly.
Countdown for Long Distance Marriage
The date I will leave for the US will soon be finalized. I don’t really worry about living or researching in the U.S., but I worry about being in a long distance marriage. People often say, “You must be lonely.”, “Is Jeff alright by himself?”. To be honest, I feel lonely. Tears will come out if I think about this seriously. Therefore I keep myself busy so I will not to think about the upcoming sadness too much.