Royal Treatment

Today I went to Daegu. I went to a fine restaurant that Christina had found online.
It was very delicious. Creamed Spaghetti and pizza. We had lemon water and just relaxed in a cozy air conditioned atmosphere.

Being in this type of place makes me think of so many wonderful things I want. I want a sound system, a nice AC system, a set table, furnished vintage around the room, and napkin rings with our initials EJKP and NKP scrolled on them.

Eating Delicious food, shopping, and sitting in the park was a perfect way to spend the afternoon. Daegu is one of the best places in Korea. Its got a city buzz but its also got its places to relax and escape as well. There is "choking air" in Gumi that just doesn't exist in Daegu.


I feel like a King when I am with Christina. I am so happy that we found each other. I haven't ever met someone like her before.


Today was wonderful beyond words, I liked the weather albeit a little too hot, I thought we found some nice clothes downtown and the places we ate at were marvelous.. . It was nice to just escape the byoung attitude of the people in Gumi. I swear there is a sense of no idea on the people of Gumi.


Today made me realize just how much I want to work harder and how much I will always care no matter what happens. I think my fears have been irrational and today I am much more happy than I was yesterday.
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I know that there is nothing that we can't beat~ The road ahead is paved with our sweat and toils but the destination is gasping and wonderful^^

ME

I never wrote about Just me before.
Today was a special day because there was no work. At this moment I would be teaching Md3 and probably yelling at them.

I had a strange day. I couldn't read or figure out what bus I should take and ended up being real late. I also didn't get off at the right stop so I had to run for 30 minutes to just get to the gym.

Along the way. The bus passed a car on a two lane inner city street and had to go real fast to avoid oncoming traffic. Then he had to slam on his brakes to avoid an Ambulance. I was happy to get off the bus to say the least. Its a little scary.


I know I am not perfect when it comes to successfully adapting or just simply living in Korea. Maybe its a small town I don't know.


I want to do whatever I can in order to make things right. I have a twist of guilt about decisions I need to make and I think my tension is just making me cry out for help. I unfortunately should be better.

I have a plan in my mind. I want to get more schooling so I can have a chance at getting a better job. I want to have a successful job that I enjoy. I want to bridge the gap between all people so there is no bad feelings between anyone. I don't plan on making a mistake~ I am just trying to look at things bigger.

Its a 3 day weekend and I hope tomorrow is wonderful~
I would never on purpose make things difficult. I just want to do the right thing. What is the right thing... maybe staying longer? Its that important to me.

I write my heart here because its one of the only places I can.


bottom line is that I am happy because I have the best girl I could ever have, I have many friends and I got a lot of things to look forward to.

Movie Night

Thursday at work~
I had to put up with some more craziness from Alexa for whatever reason. I wanted a normal break period but was unable to concentrate due to her. I wish that I had more power at the office because I don't like many of the kids messing with things.


I am not Korean but I want to think and become more close to Korea because my life is so intertwined here. EVERYTHING I now do I do because of this.


I had a so so day with classes and kids.
After work I went to a movie with Christina. It was a great way to end the work week. I know things are always moving in fast forward but I am content because through thick and thin I have Christina by my side.


WE can fight anything


I am trying all the time and I will not stop trying~

We shouldn't be upset because to put it simply we got each other which is the greatest thing of all.

Work Pursuits

Today I spent my morning getting things taken care of. I sent some of my money home... In other words did some bank record keeping. I want my savings account to get on fire. I am trying to figure my options. I ate at PappaRoti a bakery and relaxed a little after grocery shopping.

Work was interesting. I had high hopes for today. Today being the hiatus of the week I wanted today to run smoothly.
I have to give a rundown of my classes.
Mb1: funny, happy times, Kids were wonderful. I gave them a homework present reducing their amount.
Mb2: nice, happy E-taes, and my two favorite girls were good... the rest of them were ok.
**I was able to joke with them and connect so I was happy.

Mc1 classes
Mc1 There weren't many kids there
Mc2: Not bad, typical

Md1: A measly review that turned out really good. There were only 4 students.
Md2: meltdown. Alexa/Diane copied each others homework and besides that it was too simple
Homework: What is your favorite class and why?
English is ..................
English is
English is
I could do that in Korean its not thinking

I am ashamed at the standards of Mr. Jeong

I feel horrible lately because I am having to get a new teacher here. I am tired of hiding this. I don't want anyone to go through the hell of working here. Its not a good place to work.


Fact be known I would have left a lot sooner if I didn't believe in my future so much.

I had a good day ruined because the kids had to complain to Vicki and Christina yet again lowering my work and my authority. What good is authority when truth be known I am just the bad Foreigner who does things poorly.


I took a red pen and crossed out her homework. Red pen means Die in Korea I could care less. I loved seeing my favorite student gasp in surprise. I really hope it makes Alexa and or Diane quit. I loathe them and its not because they are stupid dumb kids but because they can't change. Their parents are so screwed up.

Now I have to say this I don't want anyone I know to work here and face these horrors. The horror is limited to Hyunggok Gumi Yale Academy. I think anything would be better and I REALLY want to make this come true.


I worry to much about a lot of things. I worry that I am not doing good enough teaching, I am not doing enough in My Korean Experience. I am worried I shouldn't leave, maybe because of Aaron's talking I don't know ...


At any rate this is the last thing I will say....

My Dream is to make the impossible possible it just takes Faith and a strong belief that we can do anything.


I am scared because I am not entirely sure what to do.

I am looking forward to a 3 day weekend I don't want to go to work on a Saturday nor do I want to deal with more homework, less homework etc. I wish everyday was like Tuesday and Thursday those kids for the most part try to learn.


Life is not meant to worry about things, its meant to take full advantage of everything that there is to offer. I want to do anything, I am not scared of anything except for failure.

Anything is Possible...Lets set our sights on a great 3 day and also opening up doors to a wonderful future because I want this so much

Recovery

Today I cleaned up my act. I got a haircut. I like getting a haircut massage, it makes me feel good and a little tired. I am happy my darling likes my cut I tried to do this for her. I want to have better look.


I was drowsy due to a sleepless night but the day progressed and got better. Ma1 was wonderful until a kid opened his mouth and I went off the deep end on him. I wish he would leave he doesn't try at all.



Tc2 was ok except for Sungmin. I put the kids' tests in a pile and graded them. Before I graded them I guessed who would be the best and the worst. I was nearly right on.

I gave a test to Td2 as well. Ann and Jane I am sure did well. Julie and Sarah are my little babies. They complain about everything. Sarah has a Pop girl on her bag its a stupid image but Sarah wants to try to be that "popular girl" I think its a problem. Oddity one of many.


I made fun of them because they whine so well. They could be professional whiners. They definitely aren't going to do well in English. I talked to Rose who was drowning in sleep deprivation herself. I wish she would try harder because its bothersome to just waste time talking to her.


I had a wonderful dinner albeit a little surprise with my girlfriend and Aaron too. I wish I didn't invite him though. He is funny, and nice and it was good time but I didn't need reminders.


I am home now and I know it will be a long night. I will be up late maybe later than usual.


Times a wasting. ..

Intention

I had no intention of doing anything wrong. I see the problems I am having here as my own and meant no blame on anything. I wasn't thinking today and today was a very long day.

I wish I knew better... I don't feel like writing a story anyways.

My Sunday Hero

So today I went downtown I had a heavy stomach and didn't feel entirely too well. I was out of sync the entire day as a result of this. I had a nice breakfast of PappaRoti and rested awhile.

I had a nice lunch too but was unable to finish all of it. After lunch we went swimming again...

Christina is a great swimmer, she understands my feelings better than I do. I like swimming nowadays its relaxing. I hope my arm feels better soon. I worry too much about everything.


A day at the swimming pool was wonderful I just wish my anxiety wouldn't play me badly at a good time. She's so special for putting up with my idiocy at times. I should be better.


I was so happy in the Restaurant today talking about Traditional Things and all the nice festive things we will have


I want to have lantern like lights, carpet, ceramic drinking cups, fine china silverware, carpets maybe rolled, bamboo walls, and oak tables.


So today at the swimming pool was perfect. I want to go there many more times. I hope we can go again soon!

In the evening I rested and I had a good talk with my friend downstairs. I am excited for a good week and doing many wonderful things^^