29 January 2016 My last three months was extremely busy. Listening to the lecture and taking part in the discussion in English were very hard. Also, the first research project was quite challenging for me, and in the middle of November, I felt depressed from the pressure of study. In terms of language, I was worried about my student life when the course started because everything was different from language school and IELTS. However, my classmates always try to understand what I want to say, and I got used to speaking my idea or opinion in English in the class little by little. I'm still worried about my speaking skills, but now I feel better than before. Regarding the research project, I tried to change my way of thinking for my creation. Although this attempt was seen quite complicated at first, it succeeded with full of satisfaction. (I don't know what will happen with my result, though.) Actually, this feeling was for the first time in my creative life. It's difficult to explain the details, but I'm enjoying my study life. The new term is starting next week. I'm a little bit sad that the long winter holiday will finish in few days. (This photo was taken at the pub near my house. They have KIRIN Ichiban-Shibori!)