John W. wrote:
> I think you're mistaken. Things have changed in the last decade or so,
> but while I wouldn't recommend anyone planning on teaching eikaiwa as a
> career, it's not a bad life. I taught corporate classes, so my day
> typically didn't start until the afternoon. That left me a great deal
> of time to ride my bike, go rock climbing, swim, visit obscure tourist
> areas, study, etc. On most days I was done by 9 pm, sometimes earlier.
> And even working two jobs I worked less than I have at any time since.
> I had a couple of friends who were exchange students and they were
> quite envious of my life, because I didn't have to worry about grades
> and classes, made plenty of money, and had tons of free time (in the
> day). I also had ample vacation, so I traveled quite a bit. And after
> two years I'd saved up enough to pay for my Masters as well as most of
> my wife's BS.

You're lucky. I can barely make enough money now to pay for my wife's 
BS, let alone save for it.

- Kevin

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