I had a blast on the last teacher field trip, but I didn’t want to get my hopes up that there would be anymore. But in honor of the commencement of the first semester, almost all the teachers went on … Continue reading
With Koreans being connected to the internet 24/7, it’s no surprise internet shopping is so popular. Ordering something online seems easy enough, but I was a little hesitant to do it since I didn’t want to screw up the order … Continue reading
It’s nice to get away from the urban sprawl. While I consider Cheonan to be a nice city, a day in the countryside is always appreciated. Luckily for me, the bus terminal is right next to my apartment, so I … Continue reading
I could never pretend I am an expert on the Korean public school system but after working in two different schools for a few months, I have noticed some quirks. These quirks are new for me, as someone whose entire … Continue reading
If you walk into any Korean kitchen you will notice quickly that there isn’t an oven. I would consider an oven to be a staple in American homes, but Koreans lean more towards soups and stir-fry instead of cookies and … Continue reading
I must admit I haven’t gone on many adventures lately. Part of that is due to the weather getting warmer and I don’t want to start sweating on a crowded bus to get to my destination but it also has … Continue reading
Every city usually has something that makes it unique. But I’m finding most Korean cities look similar, especially in more recently developed areas with the same high-rise apartments, the same coffee chains, and the same restaurants. I was quite pleased … Continue reading
Busan is South Korea’s second largest city and the largest port. But this past weekend, it was also host to about 40 English teachers for a culture trip. We set out on the KTX, Korea’s high speed train at 7:30 … Continue reading
If you enjoy mountains and hiking, then Korea will probably suit you. Even though my apartment is in the middle of downtown Cheonan, I can walk a short distance past the highway and busy intersections to Taejosan. There are also … Continue reading
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