My life has just gotten significantly better. I went over to the Home Plus today, and I picked up some cookware, dishware, a teapot, and other household essentials. I can now cook, Yay! Then, I went back to do my grocery shopping. It feels so good to have my home coming together. Everything in Korea is ultra cute. My glasses have little ( Read more... )

I was on my way to the bus station, walking along the river park and poetry took over. I had to sit at a bus stop, pull out a pen and scrap of paper and write. It was great ( Read more... )

okay, so I went on a road trip today with a fellow teacher, the teaching assistant and the curriculum coordinator. The coordinator, Mr.Kim, drove us to Seoul. Um, wow. I totally understand how Asian drivers get such a bad reputation. Mr. Kim had no idea where he was going, but he did have a very nifty GPS guide that gave directions to the ( Read more... )

Right now, it's Thursday, Nov. 22, 6pm ( Read more... )

So far, I have jumped straight into things. I am working, I have a great apartment, and I am already making friends. It's all strangely comfortable, and the food is AWESOME. I am thinking I better pick up Taekwondo quick, or I am going to be packing on the pounds ( Read more... )

Waiting has it's downside ( Read more... )

There was a significant delay in my departure. Partly my error, partly not. Whatever the case, the last two days have been wrought with stress and doubt. I have gone crazy and then some waiting for someone to let me know what is going on ( Read more... )

I was talking with a friend today, and something shifted. My perspective with respect to time. Last time I picked up and left the country I had a full 6months to plan, prepare, pack and have all the necessary conversations. This go around, I have had 6 weeks. 6 weeks from conception to execution. I have been utterly stressed, uncertain about ( Read more... )

I swear I have been managing my stuff for days and days, and still it doesn't end. Today is my final big push to get everything packed and ready. I want to be done, so that tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday can be play days with NO worries.

wish me love.

I just got home from a couple days with my Brother, Sister and my niece Lilly. It was difficult to say goodbye, even if only for 1 year. Lilly is 8months, she's cute, she's happy, and holding her in my lap while she giggles is one of the best feelings ever.