I am trying to be creative with my title. Here is nothing but my day from start until I am currently sitting writing this story.
I got up at 7 am having not slept very well. My mind is a juggernaut amassing itself to the brim with Ideas. I sometimes am not sure how to implement them.
So I got ready for my busy day at work. Saturdays are days where I don't always understand the motivation behind them.
I showed up early and ate my breakfast that I got at Paris Baguette. It's a place where I will miss having breakfast with Christina on Saturday Mornings. I wish I could had a Breakfast Experience other than MacDonald's because Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day if not the most important one.
I draped myself with a quick attire from my wardrobe and didn't really care. Its Saturday morning teaching. If you think the kids are focused and determined to learn English during the afternoon hours of the week you can forget it when it comes to Saturday morning. Some of the kids don't even show up and I am starting to think some of them dropped.
Vicki and I greet each other and have a normal conversation. "HI, How are you? etc. etc. GOOD MORNING. Mr. Jeong likes to run roughshod over everything. He didn't say anything to me other than mark kids down in Progress Report. In my case if I do then maybe they will have to leave after a certain time. It doesn't do me any good to tell or write about it.
Mr. Jeong talked to Vicki for 10 minutes apparently about class control, homework check, and writing. I can't believe him. Its Saturday morning and I don't think he has a heart that cares about people at all.
The spiel that he is protecting his business and just trying to run a Hawgwan is ludicrous to me. Vicki, Christina and I give so much and yet he gives us so little motivation in return. I can't wait to be free from his shackles.
Todays classes:
TC1: They were once again too quiet. I don't understand their lack of motivation. They just smile at me and wouldn't say much.
TC2: Blatant Disrespect I am hoping something huge is done about this but I doubt anything will come out of it. MR. Jeong dismissed me when I wanted to talk to him about things. I also gave him the note which I am sure nothing will be done about it. I will write him a note on his progress report but I am sure nothing will be done about it.
TD3: Break Time I am still trying to figure out why Mr. Jeong is having me teach this class. They are fun and smart but I am not able to do much with them because I am only going to teach them 7 more times at the most.
TD2: I learned not to complain. Peachy wasn't there. Jully and Sarah still are not showing much respect playing with their phones but due to their sensitivity I can't do anything about it because if I do Mr. Jeong will complain to me.
I am tired of that.
I am following subroutines. Nick go here go there. Its Time for Class. English class.
I am programmed to do the same thing each day and its starting to blow up in my face.
I am not staying here in This Academy other than two reasons 1. Self explanatory and number 2. My bonus.
I am trying to work hard and put things together to make right but making mixed results because no matter how much I do it doesnt matter I still have an angry boss, kids who treat me poorly and at the end of the day more questions than answers.
I went to the Chinese Restaurant today they treated me because they had no change. I will pay next time. She is so nice. I rarely go eat alone its just not that fun to me.
This is the story and now I will just relax add more to this later.
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Friday, April 11, 2008
Fitting In amongst Isolation
There is still a lot of things that I am needing to learn about Korea. In my 10 months that I have been in Korea most of my time is consumed by work. To be honest with you this hasn't left much time open for truly learning about Korea. Maybe this is an excuse but I am learning as I go and from what I have learned its mainly coming from a work mindset.
Each day at work I do my best. I have my set responsibilities where I carry forth my work as diligently as possible. I have my class schedule and use my breaks as well as I can. Each day is different because I use my breaks differently. Right now I am trying to get ahead as much as possible.
One thing that I noticed today is that unfortunately people don't really like talking to me. The kids don't listen to me in class and hardly if ever awknowledge my presence in the office. The are really polite and say Hello to Christina and Vicki but apparently I am transparent and a ghost. Maybe the kids don't respect me at all but its something that I have gotten used to. I just wish that there was something that I could do that I am not doing.
So anyways that's work today.
More than anything I have I would like to fit in better. I may not be the best teacher here but I am giving it my all. I don't want to be just the foreign teacher I would like to be known that I made a difference.
There are many things that I like about Korea but I wish I could interact with some of the people more. I feel alone and Isolated and sometimes I think its because of what I do.
I go to bed tonight Thankful for everything I have. I have the greatest thing in Gumi and no matter what will happen I will make sure I will never lose what I have because its so important to me.
i will become a better teacher, better worker, better person~
Here is just one of the great things that We will find at Kim's restuarant someday!!!
I love this food so much almost as much as I love the chief.
Each day at work I do my best. I have my set responsibilities where I carry forth my work as diligently as possible. I have my class schedule and use my breaks as well as I can. Each day is different because I use my breaks differently. Right now I am trying to get ahead as much as possible.
One thing that I noticed today is that unfortunately people don't really like talking to me. The kids don't listen to me in class and hardly if ever awknowledge my presence in the office. The are really polite and say Hello to Christina and Vicki but apparently I am transparent and a ghost. Maybe the kids don't respect me at all but its something that I have gotten used to. I just wish that there was something that I could do that I am not doing.
So anyways that's work today.
More than anything I have I would like to fit in better. I may not be the best teacher here but I am giving it my all. I don't want to be just the foreign teacher I would like to be known that I made a difference.
There are many things that I like about Korea but I wish I could interact with some of the people more. I feel alone and Isolated and sometimes I think its because of what I do.
I go to bed tonight Thankful for everything I have. I have the greatest thing in Gumi and no matter what will happen I will make sure I will never lose what I have because its so important to me.
i will become a better teacher, better worker, better person~
Here is just one of the great things that We will find at Kim's restuarant someday!!!
I love this food so much almost as much as I love the chief.
Quiet Friday
I am unfortunately in not a very good mood. I feel really bad (sad) about things right now. I blame no one but myself and feel like I am just not doing something that I should. I really want to be the best I can be.
I had Six Classes today. The Disrespect was varying in each class and I basically have gotten used to accepting it. I really don't enjoy teaching here. Its giving me heartache and making me feel worse.
I didn't really have much to say in the morning or evening other than that I really do want to try my best and sometimes I feel like I could do more but something is holding me back. I am wishing I could do more and it pains me that I can't. Sometimes I don't even know what else to do. My ultimate goal is to be a better bf because there isn't anything that I wouldn't do.
And so it goes..
I had Six Classes today. The Disrespect was varying in each class and I basically have gotten used to accepting it. I really don't enjoy teaching here. Its giving me heartache and making me feel worse.
I didn't really have much to say in the morning or evening other than that I really do want to try my best and sometimes I feel like I could do more but something is holding me back. I am wishing I could do more and it pains me that I can't. Sometimes I don't even know what else to do. My ultimate goal is to be a better bf because there isn't anything that I wouldn't do.
And so it goes..
Thursday, April 10, 2008
My Winning Ticket
It was back to work today.
In the morning I went to the library and read my National Geographic. I have a new goal I would like to be a free lance writer and make stories for National Geographic. After reading the story about people in Afghanistan I feel a little shaken. The book was an emotional tear jerker.
Going to the library is very important to me. There are good things to come out of the library.
Work: After going to the Chinese noodle place and having a delicious lunch lunch with Christina it was go time for me. Mr. Jeong's last words etched in my memory: Be Serious on Thursday. I made some tests, I finished lesson plans for next week.
After work I went to dinner at a nice restaurant with Christina and later to the bookstore to try to find some books. Albeit unsuccessfully for me.
All in all though it doesnt matter because I know deep down I have found myself a winning ticket and just hope that work will make Dreams come true.
I love things that Christina makes so much. I carry around my Key holder, my Owl, and think that the things she makes are really pretty.
This week is already going by so fast
In the morning I went to the library and read my National Geographic. I have a new goal I would like to be a free lance writer and make stories for National Geographic. After reading the story about people in Afghanistan I feel a little shaken. The book was an emotional tear jerker.
Going to the library is very important to me. There are good things to come out of the library.
Work: After going to the Chinese noodle place and having a delicious lunch lunch with Christina it was go time for me. Mr. Jeong's last words etched in my memory: Be Serious on Thursday. I made some tests, I finished lesson plans for next week.
After work I went to dinner at a nice restaurant with Christina and later to the bookstore to try to find some books. Albeit unsuccessfully for me.
All in all though it doesnt matter because I know deep down I have found myself a winning ticket and just hope that work will make Dreams come true.
I love things that Christina makes so much. I carry around my Key holder, my Owl, and think that the things she makes are really pretty.
This week is already going by so fast
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Endearment
I have never voted in my life in any election and the only reason why I am happy about Elections is because its TIME Off Baby!!!!
Personally I hope number 6 wins he always had good music playing in his campaign van that blares down the street. Its an interruption that I will miss because I would use it to take a minute break and listen to the No Rae that would play. The kids don't pay attention to me so if there is a good excuse to grab their attention I use it.
My day was spent talking to some foreigners I met here and there. I may be able to get more opportunities if I put my nose to the grindstone so to speak. I think we need more temp. holidays because working 6 days is stressful and lately its just turning into haggled fights with my boss its getting nowhere.
I also took some pictures of the nice Cherry blossoms around Gumi..
I am happy today though. I enjoyed good food. ddeock boki, Fried Pumpkin and dumplings. Made by Honey Kim^^
It unfortunately rained (Vi) all day and I needed my usan to get around.
Cooking lunch around here and resting/tv felt so nice. I like my house a lot unfortunately it isn't used much since most of my time is downstairs and lately in room 207 feuding but I am holding my own ground^^
Being with Christina is experiencing the perfect moment because its everything I ever imagined and more. These lazy afternoons are the building blocks for a future filled with everlasting happiness.
I have a lot of things going for me right now and I am going to continue rolling with this feeling through next week. I never plan on giving up anything great that I have in my life. As was the case in high school to college and college to where I sit now today I am continually passing on great qualities and things associated in my life and building on them.
April is going by so fast I can't believe it. After this work week comes to an end that is the second work week of the month. Wow.
Tomorrow is Thursday a Wednesday skipping is the best^^
Bring it on Jeong I am not afraid anymore.
Personally I hope number 6 wins he always had good music playing in his campaign van that blares down the street. Its an interruption that I will miss because I would use it to take a minute break and listen to the No Rae that would play. The kids don't pay attention to me so if there is a good excuse to grab their attention I use it.
My day was spent talking to some foreigners I met here and there. I may be able to get more opportunities if I put my nose to the grindstone so to speak. I think we need more temp. holidays because working 6 days is stressful and lately its just turning into haggled fights with my boss its getting nowhere.
I also took some pictures of the nice Cherry blossoms around Gumi..
I am happy today though. I enjoyed good food. ddeock boki, Fried Pumpkin and dumplings. Made by Honey Kim^^
It unfortunately rained (Vi) all day and I needed my usan to get around.
Cooking lunch around here and resting/tv felt so nice. I like my house a lot unfortunately it isn't used much since most of my time is downstairs and lately in room 207 feuding but I am holding my own ground^^
Being with Christina is experiencing the perfect moment because its everything I ever imagined and more. These lazy afternoons are the building blocks for a future filled with everlasting happiness.
I have a lot of things going for me right now and I am going to continue rolling with this feeling through next week. I never plan on giving up anything great that I have in my life. As was the case in high school to college and college to where I sit now today I am continually passing on great qualities and things associated in my life and building on them.
April is going by so fast I can't believe it. After this work week comes to an end that is the second work week of the month. Wow.
Tomorrow is Thursday a Wednesday skipping is the best^^
Bring it on Jeong I am not afraid anymore.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Owl Family
I will add a picture to this later if possible but I just had to write some more about the positives going on.
Christina has made quite an assembly or collection of Owls I have 2 and they are really nice. She lined them up today at work and it looks like a family tree
Grandparents
2 sets of Mother-father
and the kids. The Owls are short and fat. Small and thin and all other sorts of shapes. I want to name them and just like Christina's other makings
1. Wallets, bags, Owls, Quilt they are amazing and wonderful. IT looks like a real professional. I think she can make brand clothes.
Owl Family how nice its got a nice sound to it.
Quilt I am a guy who loves blankets. As I said before they are Cozy. I want to curl up under one right now with............
Christina has made quite an assembly or collection of Owls I have 2 and they are really nice. She lined them up today at work and it looks like a family tree
Grandparents
2 sets of Mother-father
and the kids. The Owls are short and fat. Small and thin and all other sorts of shapes. I want to name them and just like Christina's other makings
1. Wallets, bags, Owls, Quilt they are amazing and wonderful. IT looks like a real professional. I think she can make brand clothes.
Owl Family how nice its got a nice sound to it.
Quilt I am a guy who loves blankets. As I said before they are Cozy. I want to curl up under one right now with............
Foolish Notions and Teachers Meetings
1. Christina 2. Myself and 3. This blog and not including my best friends and family back home this is the list of where I am truly Jun ja kan Honest and in that order.
Today we went to the library it was my day to finish as many personal things as I could. I completed the saddest book I ever wrote. It was also one of the best book though too. A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS!
Its a story about Afghanistan and my heart goes out to those people. Most Afghans are just like me wanting to raise a family and not have a war torn home and just pursue happiness. Islam is a separate issue and just like all religions can provide a sense of comfort under proper activities etc.
I had 2 Teachers Meetings. I should've had more. I am wishing that I knew Korean better because I hate saying I wish people would speak English more.
The first meeting was strange and very stupid. I couldn't believe that we listened to our boss say Vocabulary page numbers for 3 books (70 pages per book). The books we have or at least myself are completely and utterly damaged due to extensive wear. I think the other foreign teachers messed them up personally there are so many worthless notes written in a textbook. The meeting went until the next class time and I had to Wing it or make it up on the spot and it wasn't the best but that's ok.
Actually its not ok but my boss's attitude really bothers me. BE a TEACHER and BE a Businessman at the same time. Students are profit and students are heartache and a huge issue.
TC2: I punished kids and I felt like getting MR. Jeong but I know its a waste of time.
Liam Sungmin whatever causes problems again for everyone and yet he is the 100 bucks a month GOD BLESS Him. I sure as hell don't.
Mr. Jeong is same as Chungja.. so everytime I go to the bathroom I feel like taking a piss right on him.
Chung---- Jeong
(same)
TD classes.
I am angry because the kids dont know how to talk to me yet. I expect them to sit down and not be talking in Korean. Not playing with hand phones and then sit and not do anything to me when I get a little upset. I yelled stop talking please and oh my god Teacher Angry. I dont feel sorry for them they are immature girls who just love to gossip and play drama queen.
They told Mr. Jeong that I showed my temper and therefore instead of telling me to my face and "Saving me" from Humiliation they stab me in the back. I am not at all happy with TD2.
TD1: With Rose exception not one student awknowledges my presence. I dont get much reaction out of them. Blink if you can hear me are you alive. They don't write notes they barely look at the book. They dont understand verbally but they dont have the decency to say Teacher Wait I dont understand. They talk and when I yell its my fault.
I guess somebody didnt listen when I taught What is this? PENCIL what is this? PAPER? What do you do? WRITE!
How babo seriously. I am livid with them because they made me cry. I am about had it with this job. I have been here 10 months and I dont get any respect from my boss or the kids. I dont complain because I just do my best. MY boss gives me to much work though that its impossible to do it all.
I know that there is a lot of work that's undone around here. Vicki, Christina, myself and I think he likes me as a whipping boy. I am really starting to hate him for it.
I have been here 10 months as of pay day which is this Friday. I am surprised he hasn't fired me he has made it that big of a deal about everything. Never a kind word to me.
Last words: " Forget about this, don't come around work tomorrow its holiday: be serious Thursday." Well F*$* you Im always serious Jeong. ********Sorry Babe for my dirty mouth but I can't help it. He is a money driven schemer and he will hurt anyone he can in order to get his reward.
I am so serious about everything nowadays I dont want anyone to ever get the wrong impression. I care about my work I care about where I will go and mostly I care about my Honey Kim.
Its a temporary Holiday and I am so excited that I can have a wonderful day in April here as they say its just the 2 of us.
Just TWO of us. How Beautiful ^^
Today we went to the library it was my day to finish as many personal things as I could. I completed the saddest book I ever wrote. It was also one of the best book though too. A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS!
Its a story about Afghanistan and my heart goes out to those people. Most Afghans are just like me wanting to raise a family and not have a war torn home and just pursue happiness. Islam is a separate issue and just like all religions can provide a sense of comfort under proper activities etc.
I had 2 Teachers Meetings. I should've had more. I am wishing that I knew Korean better because I hate saying I wish people would speak English more.
The first meeting was strange and very stupid. I couldn't believe that we listened to our boss say Vocabulary page numbers for 3 books (70 pages per book). The books we have or at least myself are completely and utterly damaged due to extensive wear. I think the other foreign teachers messed them up personally there are so many worthless notes written in a textbook. The meeting went until the next class time and I had to Wing it or make it up on the spot and it wasn't the best but that's ok.
Actually its not ok but my boss's attitude really bothers me. BE a TEACHER and BE a Businessman at the same time. Students are profit and students are heartache and a huge issue.
TC2: I punished kids and I felt like getting MR. Jeong but I know its a waste of time.
Liam Sungmin whatever causes problems again for everyone and yet he is the 100 bucks a month GOD BLESS Him. I sure as hell don't.
Mr. Jeong is same as Chungja.. so everytime I go to the bathroom I feel like taking a piss right on him.
Chung---- Jeong
(same)
TD classes.
I am angry because the kids dont know how to talk to me yet. I expect them to sit down and not be talking in Korean. Not playing with hand phones and then sit and not do anything to me when I get a little upset. I yelled stop talking please and oh my god Teacher Angry. I dont feel sorry for them they are immature girls who just love to gossip and play drama queen.
They told Mr. Jeong that I showed my temper and therefore instead of telling me to my face and "Saving me" from Humiliation they stab me in the back. I am not at all happy with TD2.
TD1: With Rose exception not one student awknowledges my presence. I dont get much reaction out of them. Blink if you can hear me are you alive. They don't write notes they barely look at the book. They dont understand verbally but they dont have the decency to say Teacher Wait I dont understand. They talk and when I yell its my fault.
I guess somebody didnt listen when I taught What is this? PENCIL what is this? PAPER? What do you do? WRITE!
How babo seriously. I am livid with them because they made me cry. I am about had it with this job. I have been here 10 months and I dont get any respect from my boss or the kids. I dont complain because I just do my best. MY boss gives me to much work though that its impossible to do it all.
I know that there is a lot of work that's undone around here. Vicki, Christina, myself and I think he likes me as a whipping boy. I am really starting to hate him for it.
I have been here 10 months as of pay day which is this Friday. I am surprised he hasn't fired me he has made it that big of a deal about everything. Never a kind word to me.
Last words: " Forget about this, don't come around work tomorrow its holiday: be serious Thursday." Well F*$* you Im always serious Jeong. ********Sorry Babe for my dirty mouth but I can't help it. He is a money driven schemer and he will hurt anyone he can in order to get his reward.
I am so serious about everything nowadays I dont want anyone to ever get the wrong impression. I care about my work I care about where I will go and mostly I care about my Honey Kim.
Its a temporary Holiday and I am so excited that I can have a wonderful day in April here as they say its just the 2 of us.
Just TWO of us. How Beautiful ^^
Monday, April 7, 2008
Shedding
Its back to the grunt work at Yale. Its a Monday and I am teaching 6 classes. IT was a long and weird day.
First off, I almost got hurt in the morning. Some Korean road construction workers are drilling for maybe a new sidewalk and they disregard safety protocols. Sparks and rock chunks were flying everywhere and nearly hit me when I was walking to the library.
I went to the Library and continued reading my depressing book. Its a story of a family living in Afghanistan and unfortunately its a sad story. For all the hype of Bin Laden years ago I finally understand why Afghanistan is the way it is. I feel sorry for those people and the book is really getting to me.
I hope our studies at the library can be a success so much. I want to buy more books and read them. I also want teaching books, and language books. I would also want to buy some Learning English Toefl study books.
Lunch was good I had pasta and we relaxed for a while before work. I hope my emotions are screwing up on me. I have a problem with my emotional responses lately and I am hoping that I can get it back under control. It seems that I am shedding some of my shield and letting my guard down a lot. This I will explain later.
Work was no picnic but that's for Wednesday^^
6 classes back to back.
I don't think there were any major problems. I am happy no school on Wednesday if only it happened more frequently.
After work I went downtown and had a beer and pizza with Aaron. We went to Pizza Hut and later to a bar just for a quick drink. I am lucky I can sleep in until 8 whereas Aaron gets up at 5:30.
Now I am here at home and able to rest and relax for the rest of the night its time to soak it in^^
First off, I almost got hurt in the morning. Some Korean road construction workers are drilling for maybe a new sidewalk and they disregard safety protocols. Sparks and rock chunks were flying everywhere and nearly hit me when I was walking to the library.
I went to the Library and continued reading my depressing book. Its a story of a family living in Afghanistan and unfortunately its a sad story. For all the hype of Bin Laden years ago I finally understand why Afghanistan is the way it is. I feel sorry for those people and the book is really getting to me.
I hope our studies at the library can be a success so much. I want to buy more books and read them. I also want teaching books, and language books. I would also want to buy some Learning English Toefl study books.
Lunch was good I had pasta and we relaxed for a while before work. I hope my emotions are screwing up on me. I have a problem with my emotional responses lately and I am hoping that I can get it back under control. It seems that I am shedding some of my shield and letting my guard down a lot. This I will explain later.
Work was no picnic but that's for Wednesday^^
6 classes back to back.
I don't think there were any major problems. I am happy no school on Wednesday if only it happened more frequently.
After work I went downtown and had a beer and pizza with Aaron. We went to Pizza Hut and later to a bar just for a quick drink. I am lucky I can sleep in until 8 whereas Aaron gets up at 5:30.
Now I am here at home and able to rest and relax for the rest of the night its time to soak it in^^
Sunday, April 6, 2008
My Happy Spot
Its a Sunday night and I am getting ready for work and yet another busy work week.
My blogs are my thoughts/feelings about my life in Korea. Reader be aware that this is truly my experience. While sometimes its sad, its all a journey and mirrors what Life is. My opinions and life is what it is and that's why I don't hesitate to write what I think so much of the time. After all we all end up in the same place all the time.
Today was a day like none other. I relaxed and enjoyed a nice warm day and am liking the Spring Weather of Korea. I have a lot of mixed feelings about Korea. Korea is an interesting place and has a lot of great things to offer but I am saddened by the fact that I can't always enjoy everything there is to offer since my work schedule is so busy.
My Happy Spot is nestled in between the arms of my loving doting girlfriend who I would do anything for honestly. We enjoyed the Sunday afternoon quite well together and just like the cherry season in full bloom the fleetness of natures' bounty and infinite beauty Sunday afternoon quickly dissipated into the falling of dusk.
I am determined more than ever to make my dreams come true. I have been down a long and winding road and the amount of ways my life has been enriched due to my Honey Kim has been innumerable. Andong, Kyuong Ju, Daegu, Busan, Gumi: president Parks place, Yale, 5th floor, Mcdonalds, Galbi place(s), downtown, Indong, Paradise, VIPS, the list is a long one more about that later.
I just know that deep down inside I have been running with a great thing and I am hoping that my time in Korea has been well and a learning experience as well as a building block for whatever may come in the future.
I went to dinner with Ryan a friend of mine here in Gumi. There are so many friends its hard to keep track of everyone. WE went to the Ra Cha Cha. Talked about Korea, work, life etc. Korea work over dinner. That's the typical discussion.
I am a slow learner though in Korea eating in silence is a norm and if you don't talk its viewed as good or ok. To a westerner or in my case me it is a little hard to understand. Meals are for you to enjoy and talk later. I always ate in silence and people yelled at me in America for this saying I was too quiet and something must be wrong.
I talked to my dad in the morning. Heard about some old friends from high school. Thought it was interesting since I haven't talked to them for 7 years and the last time I did I was riding in their convertible with them skipping practice when I was a freshman in high school. Wild times indeed. They were a funny bunch of kids. They were seniors and a bad influence but I was just a youthful punk at 16-17 years old.
All in all it was a good day and I couldn't be in a more happier spot right now.
I am embracing each day as it comes with my loving arms stretched open!
My blogs are my thoughts/feelings about my life in Korea. Reader be aware that this is truly my experience. While sometimes its sad, its all a journey and mirrors what Life is. My opinions and life is what it is and that's why I don't hesitate to write what I think so much of the time. After all we all end up in the same place all the time.
Today was a day like none other. I relaxed and enjoyed a nice warm day and am liking the Spring Weather of Korea. I have a lot of mixed feelings about Korea. Korea is an interesting place and has a lot of great things to offer but I am saddened by the fact that I can't always enjoy everything there is to offer since my work schedule is so busy.
My Happy Spot is nestled in between the arms of my loving doting girlfriend who I would do anything for honestly. We enjoyed the Sunday afternoon quite well together and just like the cherry season in full bloom the fleetness of natures' bounty and infinite beauty Sunday afternoon quickly dissipated into the falling of dusk.
I am determined more than ever to make my dreams come true. I have been down a long and winding road and the amount of ways my life has been enriched due to my Honey Kim has been innumerable. Andong, Kyuong Ju, Daegu, Busan, Gumi: president Parks place, Yale, 5th floor, Mcdonalds, Galbi place(s), downtown, Indong, Paradise, VIPS, the list is a long one more about that later.
I just know that deep down inside I have been running with a great thing and I am hoping that my time in Korea has been well and a learning experience as well as a building block for whatever may come in the future.
I went to dinner with Ryan a friend of mine here in Gumi. There are so many friends its hard to keep track of everyone. WE went to the Ra Cha Cha. Talked about Korea, work, life etc. Korea work over dinner. That's the typical discussion.
I am a slow learner though in Korea eating in silence is a norm and if you don't talk its viewed as good or ok. To a westerner or in my case me it is a little hard to understand. Meals are for you to enjoy and talk later. I always ate in silence and people yelled at me in America for this saying I was too quiet and something must be wrong.
I talked to my dad in the morning. Heard about some old friends from high school. Thought it was interesting since I haven't talked to them for 7 years and the last time I did I was riding in their convertible with them skipping practice when I was a freshman in high school. Wild times indeed. They were a funny bunch of kids. They were seniors and a bad influence but I was just a youthful punk at 16-17 years old.
All in all it was a good day and I couldn't be in a more happier spot right now.
I am embracing each day as it comes with my loving arms stretched open!
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