Forms to post

I finally got round to posting off the forms that were sent with the acceptance letter. Very bad of me I know but one of them was to say that yes I was definitely going to take part and I wanted to think about it.

But they've gone now. I've signed my life away. I've stated that:

• I wish to proceed as a candidate in the exchange
• I have sufficient funds available (at least £18,000!!!!!!). Well, I will have through the year with my salary, I hope it doesn't mean I should have it in one lump at the start
• How I heard about them. It's so long ago that I actually can't remember. I made something up.
• There are no reasons why I might have to withdraw my application
• There are no medical problems which might stop me taking part
• I've had no major illnesses over the last 5 years (except for a slipped disc in my neck which has resulted in exactly zero time off work)
• I'm confident my salary and savings will be sufficient for the year
• I know I have to return to my school on my return
• I don't have a spouse to worry about whether they will find work or not
• I understand that the accommodation arrangements are private between me and my partner
• I'd rather go to San Francisco if I got the choice. Or New York
• I have a valid driving licence
• The religion and sex of the exchange teacher is irrelevant to my school

Matches are expected to be made in March. I can't wait.