1 year came and went. With all the video I took, I knew I had some "special" moments. Here is a brief highlight reel... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7rkJyPN9x0 … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2012
Korea Q&A: Racism, Girl Judo, Meds, CRC, Typhoons
August 24, 2012 by 4 Comments
Taking a few to answer some questions and comments I've received from my YouTube channel and blog. Thanks to those who wrote them into me. Kayla Harrison World/Olympic … [Read more...]
6 Ways I Save Money in Korea
August 21, 2012 by 18 Comments
Earlier on in my first year I wrote a blog and made a video about the average teacher's income and expense situation here in South Korea. I received quite a bit of feedback on both. Many were … [Read more...]
It’s a Jiu-Jitsu Thing…
August 17, 2012 by 7 Comments
My neck is killing me because someone was trying to remove my head tonight. My ear is swollen and sore because I forgot to wear my ear guards. I must've left 5 lbs on the mat. I have pinch marks … [Read more...]
Sporting a Free Scooter
August 16, 2012 by 7 Comments
Ever since I arrived in Korea I wanted to get a scooter. Just to get around for shopping and to get back and forth to school. I think all schools in Korea are build up on a steep hill. I don't know … [Read more...]
The Cost of Groceries and Toiletries in Korea
August 15, 2012 by 3 Comments
Before I came to Korea to teach, I was like anybody else in my situation. I read every imaginable article and blog, and watched ALL the videos on YouTube. One of the big topics I often wondered … [Read more...]
Taking Out the Trash – Recycling in South Korea
August 12, 2012 by 2 Comments
Drop-off schedule with bunny dude One of the things I notice and appreciate about Korea is their commitment to recycling. It seems like everywhere I go, trash is separated for recycling. Back … [Read more...]
The Busan Aquarium in Haeundae Beach
August 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_Ax4ppk61I The times that I'd been to Haeundae Beach I always saw the Busan Aquarium. Each time I wanted to check it out. I just never did, and now one year has … [Read more...]
Busan Museum of Art
August 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
There are many things I haven't had a chance to do yet in Busan - one of those is visiting the museums. Today I decided to take a trek uptown to the Busan Museum of Art. It's located right … [Read more...]
2012 Olympic Judo Controversy: Ebinuma Masashi (JPN) vs Cho Jun-Ho (KOR)
August 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The 2012 London Olympics is upon us and already it's been marked with numerous memorable and infamous moments. Being a judoka, I am living in bliss as Korean TV shows all the judo matches with Korean … [Read more...]