Survive & Thrive in Korea
Joseph asks the following: Hello, I am interested in teaching in South Korea and stumbled across your blog while doing some research. I am having a difficult time sifting through all the websites and recruitment agencies trying to find a legit program to go through. I have looked at CIEE, SMOE, Reach to Teach, and […]
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Friday afternoons things jumped off for my weekend getaway at Seoul Station where I met my friend Jose. Seoul Station is one of the boarding stations for Korail’s KTX. The high speed train goes to the far flung corners of Korea. I had reserved my seat in the first class section a few days before. […]
Continue ReadingIt happened. I knew it would happen, but I was still hoping with my fingers crossed that it wouldn’t happen. But, it happened. Swine Flu has come to Korea, specifically Seoul, and even more specifically, my classroom full of fifth graders. Now, they don’t actually have the Swine Flu or the regular flu or […]
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One of the perks of living in Korea is the food. Sure you might be wary of strange sounding names like odeng, sundae, kimmali or buchimgae but have no fear your taste buds are good hands. You don’t even have to worry about finding a spot to sit in a crowded restaruant because all of […]
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The National Assembly building is located in Yeouidong. This is the spot where Korea’s politicians mix it up and rumble over legislation. It’s right near Yeouido Park and the lawns of the national assembly give the park a run for its money when it comes to giving the people a place to relax. You can […]
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Bundaegi happens to be one of those things that make me cringe. I’ve lived here for over two years and still I have not steeled my stomach, girded my loins or mustered my courage to try some of those beastly little critters. You see, dear readers, bundaegi happens to be cooked silkworm larvae. Usually the […]
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