When asked about my experiences in Korea, I’ve discovered that words escape me. In the grand scheme of things, Alex and I have become so accustomed to the society and culture of Gwangju that we have a hard time remembering the specifics of our lives before coming here. Korea is a country of nuances, which is why I find it so difficult to explain. I simply do, and of that I am the most proud. Living here has been challenging and far from easy, as you’ve no doubt read on this blog. At no other time in my life can I remember being so calm yet so awkward, or so self-conscious yet confident. The cultural differences, even those that irk us, are just a normal part of everyday life, as is Kimchi. No longer does anyone warn us about spicy food or linger over us to make sure we know how to cook our Sam Gyup Sal. Most people, with the exception of children, barely seem to notice us as we wander our neighborhood. We are familiar and comfortable faces to shopkeepers and restaurant owner...
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good to hear you're in Korea. I'm loving it so far, so much that I'll be returning in July after a short trip home next month. I couldn't find your email address. Send me a line at davidwellbaum@gmail.com and we'll chat it up.
Take care.
Did't you bring your yo yo???
Mom
Do we get pictures of you on your birthday? I think you should get a cake and take a picture blowing out the candles.
Love the bathroom. How about the kitchen and living area?
I love keeping up with what's going on in your life. Keep plugging along on that language barrier.
Love, Mom M.
We are all thinking of you...
Love,
Grandpa Paul, Grandma Florence, Mom, Dad and Ross!!!!!!!!!
Love you...
Grandma is doing well and I took her to a Polish Party at St. Patrick's Church last night. She didn't want to dance but she sure had fun talking with everyone as usual. All I had to do was get her a glass a wine.
Will keep checking in and Grandma Rose and I both love the site. Thanks sooooo much for taking the time to keep us all informed.
Love ya
From both of us.
Aunt JAN