Blogs from South Korea, Asia - page 383

Asia » South Korea » Busan May 4th 2004

eremy writing....Well it is the end of my second full day and I am tired! These kids are wild, but I feel like a bit of a rock star. Today I got on the kindy bus and the kids screamed my name like I was one of the Beatles in their prime. They mobbed me and grabbed my hands. Everywhere Jen goes people ask her if she is a movie star. And for the record, even though I feel like a rock star, I realize they are probably making fun of me-at least the teenagers we see in the streets. The little ones are too angelic-I think. I guess it is the novelty of seeing someone different. The vast majority of people I pass on the way to work are Asian. I think so far I ... read more

Reunited (For Real)!

Asia » South Korea » Busan April 30th 2004

jeren3

Jeremy writing.....My day did not begin well on Wednesday morning. On what was supposed to be such a great day of departure, my alarm failed to go off at 4:30 and I snapped awake at 6:46 AM. My flight was to leave at 7:59 AM and I live 30 minutes away from the airport. To boot, my car was not loaded up. I called my friend Lisa who was supposed to take me to the airport to tell her what happened. I decided to make a mad dash for it and I asked her if she could get my car at the airport. God love her she said OK. I dressed quickly, threw on a hat, and carried my luggage out and threw it in the car. No telling what I accidentally left behind. I took ... read more

First Day Cont.

Asia » South Korea » Busan April 30th 2004

jeren3

Well, Jeremy has already spoken about of first day back together. It was fun working together and the kids already love him. Tonight all the foreign teachers at the school and our directors are going to have a welcome dinner for him. It will be his first time trying Korean food. I'm really hoping to someday have him off of the Checkers, Sonic, Long John Silver's (ugghhh!!!), pizza diet he has done so well at maintaining. This weekend we will explore the city some together and will be posting some pictures so our friends and family can see where we're living. ... read more

Waiting in Busan

Asia » South Korea » Busan April 26th 2004

jeren3

Well, we finally got Jeremy a job. He will work at the same school and arrives this Thursday night, late. I am so excited. I miss everyone so much and can't wait to be with him again. The next three days will feel like a lifetime, but once he gets here it will all be worth it. I am so excited to do our apartment together and to explore the city together. This will all be quite the experience I'm sure. We'll keep all of you posted......... read more

First Impressions

Asia » South Korea » Busan April 20th 2004

jeren3

Well, I have finally arrived in South Korea and have settled in for the most part. First impressions are that I'm going to have a wonderful experience here. The school I joined is nice and the other teachers are all very friendly and laid back. Of course teaching is a new experience for me and there will be a leaning curve. I'm teaching all ages from kindergarten up to fifth grade. I forgot how energetic kids are! I'm sure I'll learn a lot in the process as well. As far as the town, it's beautiful. It's not nearly as foreign to me as I assumed it would be. I start Korean lessons this Saturday, but for the most part I spend my time missing Jeremy and my family (which includes my friends of course) and looking ... read more

All about South Korea

Asia » South Korea April 15th 2004

Vic

Here is the low down on South Korea-- If you want a Korean girlfriend.. Some korean girls go to the "western bars and clubs" where foreigners hang out.. and there will usually be some girls at your job.. Of course, you can always touch the "personals ads". That's your preference! As far as location, the Seoul and the surrounding areas are the most idea locations for an exciting teaching experience. If you teach ESL HERE, usually your accomodations will be provided for .. and more than likely your roommate would be another foreign teacher from your school.. The rooms are small and apartments are cramp. Everything here is small. Welcome to South Korea! If you do not have a pc, do not worry! There are tons of PC BANGS around. It's pretty cheap as well.. one ... read more

Asia » South Korea April 7th 2004

Vic

GO VICTOR ITS YER BIRTHDAY.. Yeah Yeah Yeah. GO GO GO.. SHAKE IT LIKE 1999!!!!!!... read more

It's almost been a month...!

Asia » South Korea March 31st 2004

Hair Salon

Vic

It's almost been a month already?? You do not say.. Today, I got my first Korean haircut... Well.. they did an okay job under the circumstances and the language barrier.. I felt bad for the poor hair stylist.. But, I was not too picky although I tend to be at times.. Thank goodness you are not allow to tip here!!! It was an interesting experience to say the least!... read more

I am on the first plane back to America????

Asia » South Korea March 26th 2004

Korean Airlines!

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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTU.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATEOffice of the Spokesman WORLDWIDE CAUTIONMarch 23, 2004This Worldwide Caution Public Announcement is being updated toalert U.S. citizens of the heightened threat of terrorist attacksagainst U.S. citizens and interests following the killing of SheikhYassin in Gaza . This supersedes the Worldwide Caution datedMarch 19, 2004, and expires on September 23, 2004. The Department of State is deeply concerned about the heightenedthreat of terrorist attacks against U.S. citizens and interestsabroad in the aftermath of the recent killing of HAMAS leaderSheikh Ahmed Yassin in Gaza. The Department is also concernedabout the potential for demonstrations and violent actions againstU.S. citizens and interests overseas as a response to the killing.A HAMAS spokesman has threatened revenge and specifically identifiedAmerican interests as target... read more

I am TIRED!

Asia » South Korea March 24th 2004

World Cup Stadium!

Vic

Today is Wednedsay.. I can't wait till pay day comes in two weeks to absolved my broken bank and I can't wait until this week is over with!! It's been an absolute nightmare.. I have spent the past two days writing exams for three different sections and they all use different books and on different levels. In addition, the exams must be approve and more than likely will need some revisions. Furthermore, not only will I spend my weekend grading, I got to write the evaluations as well.. Talking about a long week!! So i barely have time to do the simple things including eating... I want to sleep for the rest of the week!... read more

Brief history of South Korea

Korea was an independent kingdom under Chinese suzerainty for most of the past millennium. Following its victory in the Russo-Japanese War in 1905, Japan occupied Korea; five years later it formally annexed the entire peninsula. After World War II, a...more history

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