the next few months...

Well, I've decided to write the Japanese Language Proficiency test in December.

There are 4 levels to the test. The 4th level is the easiest and the 1st nearly impossible. I am going to take the 2nd level — it's equivalent to a 4 year university program. When I looked at the past tests, the 3rd level seemed way to easy. I would be able to pass that test without any studying, so, unfortunately for my social life, I'm going to try the 2nd level.

This means I have to study about 2 hours every day. I need to learn 700 new kanji in the remaining 2 months. That's about 5-8 kanji every day.

To be honest, at this point, I'm pretty sure that I'll fail it in the end. However, it gives me a goal to study for and I'll learn a lot in the process...But if I do pass this test, it's a proper certification.

Wish me luck!