Blogs from Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, Asia - page 5

Seoul in two words? Sensory overload. Day or night, rain or humid-and-hazy-almost-shine, there are 489023423 things happening on every street. My guidebook says that, even though it seems like a lot, "Seoul rewards those who dare to explore" or something like that. So far, it's been right. Training has been intense, so I haven't been able to really sightsee, but when I wander the streets during my free time, I discover enough without having to see the real touristy stuff. Walking around during my break. Way in the background is a building that looks like a syringe sitting on a mountain. That is the N'Seoul Tower and it is, in fact, in the middle of the city. That's how BIG this place is. "Do you have a flag? I only too... read more

Do you remember the movie Eternal Sunshine for a Spotless Mind? Where they have this surgery to remove the memory of someone? Do you ever wish you could do that? Not because it was a bad relationships, but because the relationship is over and the thought of it just hurts too much. But then I wonder which is worse. Not having the memories or have the memories and knowing that you’ll never be able to get it back. Marinate on that. Summer term is almost over. I can’t believe it. It’s gone by fast. My kids this term are great. I will miss them next the time around. June came and went by so fast. After my birthday I was on the edge about life. I was so homesick, all I could think about was what ... read more

I got to Seoul and it rained and it rained. My first impressions of South Korea will always be against a soundtrack of cars driving through puddles. I was jetlagged and keen to get on to Japan, the weight of the pilgrimage plan heavy on my shoulders. I want to find out if i can do it or not, and get started. So, i had enough time in Seoul to get totally drenched, and try snails (chewy) as well as delicious Korean kebabs. They love bbq beef here - my kind of place! - but to indulge you have to be in a group. I can't tell you how lonely that makes me feel! Me, the carnivore queen, dragging my heels as i skulk past these bbq restaurants with the sounds of families and friends laughing ... read more

It was a slow weekend, but I did manage to do one thing, go to the Seoul Aquarium. I didn't go before then and i wanted to before I left because all we have back home is "Echo" and that isn't very exciting. It was a nice aquarium with a lot of variety in animals and fish. The aquarium is located in this big shopping mall that I really don't like, but they had the aquarium. It takes so long to get there on subway, its like traveling back to Barre from Burlington. I really enjoyed how it was catered to little kids mostly. I swear, depending on what i saw i thought of someone from back home. So I'll just label the pictures with peoples names. :)... read more

In the infinity competition age, FTA is necessary to all the country. And it is good choice that korea's government decided to conclude FTA. So with a great diploma skill improved high, we could do be flourished. However, in spite of danger that may cause death after many years as well as loosing our agricultural independence, why we should import american beef? America is irritating our country. Instead they acknowledge the situation, they are hiding it and with asset in mutual relation, they force our government to import untested beef. Now, we have to show our firm determination. Obviously, mass media will attempt to relax our aggressive attitude having a meeting in front of the city hall or practicing special boycott. But that is our last chance to make it well. Also, using the internet, with ... read more