So What exactly is Darren doing?

So what is Darren doing? That is a good question. I have been told by a couple people that I am crazy. I have been told by some other people that they do not approve of where I am going. But in all reality, I don't really know what I am getting myself into, but I will do my best to try and explain it.

On July 21, 2oo7 I will be leaving the USA for approximately one year to teach English and various other skills to high school aged students in the Marshall Islands.

You may ask, "Where are the Marshall Islands?"
The Marshall Islands is a small country located in the middle of nowhere Pacific Ocean. Literally, the middle of nowhere. You can find more info at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_islands & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_islands

Then you will want to know "So Darren, how did you even hear about this thing that you are doing?"
I found out about WorldTeach from a friend I have know since kindergarten (sorry no actual name shout-outs here, it's policy) From there, I did a little bit of research, applied for a placement, and now the rest is history, well at least recent history.

For more information about WorldTeach, a non-profit, non-governmental organization please visit http://www.worldteach.org

The next question is usually, "Well, where will you be living? And, what will you be doing?"
Well no matter where I am placed I will be teaching students in a public school. Until two days ago, I could have been living a in a grass hut without electricity, running water, or internet! (Super Eek!) However, I recently learned that I will be living and teaching in Majuro, the capitol of the Marshall Islands. I will be a teaching high school aged students at National Vocational Technical/Training Institute. (I am not quite sure what the name of the school is, but I am sure I will find out soon. <-I NOW KNOW MY SCHOOL!) So major advantages of living in Majuro--I will have electricity, running water, internet (though it is super slow dial-up speeds) and air conditioning in my room and my classroom!
Well anyway, I am reading a book called The Sex Lives of Cannibals: Adrift in the Equatorial Pacific. Yeah, I know it is an interesting title, so I am sure it will be a good one.

Furthermore, I am tired and have totally lost my train of thought. I am spending my last few days with family singing karaoke and packing before I leave for good.

Even though I will have access to internet, I will still accept letters and packages sent to me at

Darren Nakata
c/o WorldTeach
P.O. Box 627
Majuro, MH 96960
Republic of the Marshall Islands

I do not know the current rates, but you can use USPS and things will get to me. Also, if you send a package, send it priority mail and with a customs form, or it may take 6 months or a year to reach me, yikes!

Well this is me signing off from Winchester (AKA The Desert), CA.