Kirk here. I hope you all are enjoying the holiday season.
In this post I’d like to share a message from Miguel Varela who lives in Kami Amakusa in which he introduces himself to the community. I will be happy to post similar messages on behalf of other readers of the page. Just as Miguel mentions that he can do online tutoring in Spanish, I think it’s fine if others of you would like write about the work you are doing. I hesitate to publish posts that are merely advertisements but I think it’s fine to include notes about what kind of work you are doing and/or are interested in doing in a message to the group.
By the way, I got this message from Miguel a couple of weeks ago. I’d like to apologize to him and to all the readers of the page for being so slow to publish his message here.
—– message from Miguel —–
Hello everyone! I trust this message finds you well. I’m Miguel Varela, and I’m genuinely excited to be a part of this wonderful community. Allow me to take a moment to introduce myself and share a bit about my background and interests. I hail from the picturesque Costa Rica and pursued my academic journey in Industrial Engineering across universities in Costa Rica, Holland, and Japan, where I earned my Doctorate in 1990. My diverse professional path led me to roles as a college professor, systems engineer, sales and marketing manager, and eventually, the Training and Service Quality Director for Western Union in South Florida, USA, for nearly 15 years. Before retiring, I had the privilege of serving as the General Manager of Coopelibertad, a coffee farmer’s cooperative in Costa Rica, specializing in the production and export of high-quality Arabica coffee to multiple countries. My journey took a delightful turn when I married a charming lady from Kumamoto a couple of years before my graduation at the Tokyo Institute of Technology. Blessed with two wonderful children, my wife and I decided to return to Japan upon my retirement in 2019. For the past three years, we have called the beautiful island of Oyano in Kamiamakusa home, where we immerse ourselves in the outdoors, appreciate the spectacular nature, and cultivate vegetables in our garden. Additionally, I dedicate time to online Spanish tutoring and occasional English lessons for local residents looking to refine their language skills. You can learn more about our life in Kamiamakusa at https://kamiamakusa-life.jp/voice/.
Passionate about language and culture, I’m thrilled to announce that I am offering Spanish tutoring services. Drawing on my solid understanding of the language and its nuances, I am confident in my ability to make the process of learning and mastering Spanish both enjoyable and interactive. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to enhance existing skills, I tailor my lessons to individual needs and learning styles. If you or someone you know is interested in learning Spanish, I would be delighted to connect and discuss how we can embark on this linguistic adventure together. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you’re ready to start your Spanish-learning journey. I am available both online and in person in or around Kumamoto city. I look forward to connecting with fellow language enthusiasts and potential students. ¡Hasta pronto! Best regards, Miguel Varela
