I forgot the point . . .

The point of the anecdote was that I got a lovely, useful and appropriate, nicely sized (easy to travel home with) thoughtful gift. It was unexpected, unlooked for and thus perfectly lovely. Risa also wrote sweet letters to both Alex and myself beause she wasn't sure whether she would see us again before we leave. This was the last time Alex will see her but thankfully I will get a chance to see her again - After the hell of exams have passed. She's great value and unlike many young people has an interest in ranbling about the place going to unusual spots in her own country; learning about her own country's history. Funny how so often we set our sights on things that aren't close to home and miss out.

勉強　頑張れー！！！　(benkyou ganbare~)