Sunday, July 29, 2007

GyeongJu

Today was a wonderful day!

It was one of those days that I didnt want to see end.

Christina and I went to Gyeong Ju, a historic and very traditional place. We were able to see a Temple and climb many stairs to see some Statues of Buddha. It felt so cozy!

We had a wonderful meal with many side dishes. After this we were originally go to another site within the city but we got caught in the middle of a Rainstorm.

I love Rainstorms. I dont know why. Maybe I am used to them from working in Wisconsin and getting drenched all the time. Maybe it was because I was feeling at ease and peaceful and nothing could ruin that for me.

There is no one I would rather spend a wet afternoon with than Christina^^

We sat and waited for the bus to come and take us to somewhere else.

With the exception of the Storm our day was very close to perfect. WE toured a museum
and saw many monuments of Buddha, pottery, and other things. Like I said Gyeong Ju is very traditional and I enjoyed being here a lot.

The trip home the bus was jammed packed so Christina and I had to stand for the hour trip back to Gumi.

Gumi, just isnt the same as the rest of Korea. I am hoping for many more adventures in Korea with Christina to follow this one.


After sharing a quick bite to eat I left Christina in her district (Sin peong-dong) I live in Hyunkgook-dong. I walked the furthest I have walked since getting to Korea (at least in the city part). It took me 20 minutes to get home, and I have learned shortcuts. I am familiar with Gumi.
My reading ability also continues to improve Thanks to Christina.

Today was a wonderful way to begin my 3 day vacation!
So, anyways its time to get ready for bed and just DREAM of pigs and such.....

**Live for Today because you dont know the journey tomorrow will bring....
Realize anything is possible^^

2 comments:

Unknown said...

Nick-

nice blog. It's good to hear of your desire to be healthier, like not drinking so much, though I'm having a beer here and there, now. I'm not sure if that will continue now that I'm in the US again and school is starting back up, but I'll try to keep you posted. I look forward to reading more of your impressions while teaching over there. I'll be able to learn a lot of foreknowledge that way. Take care, bro-DJC

Anonymous said...

good to hear you're having fun. keep it up.