I'm not big on talking about the whole dating and marriage thing, but when I came across this article I figured I wouldn't be the only one who was intrigued. The Chosen Ilbo recently reported a poll … [Read more...]
Archives for 2013
Kim Jong Un Has a Smartphone!!
August 17, 2013 by 1 Comment
Will miracles never cease. I couldn't believe my eyes when I read the other day that the infamous, fearless leader of the Hermit Kingdom is now equipped with a smartphone. The article over at … [Read more...]
The Noob Traveler Packing for Bangkok
August 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I finally decided to take the plunge and go to South East Asia for vacation. Destination: Bangkok It's the second half of Summer break and the plan is for Bangkok. To see the many different … [Read more...]
Making Cake in a Mug with Middle School Korean Girls
August 9, 2013 by 2 Comments
English camp comes at the start of Summer and Winter breaks. It generally lasts about 10 days and the day usually ends before noon. At least that's how it was at my school. Camps are usually on the … [Read more...]
First Lesson Idea for New Teachers in Korea
July 31, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I get a lot of questions regarding lesson planning. A lot of hopeful ESL teachers wonder what direction they should take regarding their lessons and how to go about making them. There is really no … [Read more...]
Faces of Pain: the Tales of My Judo Injuries in Korea
July 23, 2013 by 3 Comments
As I am sitting here writing this blog, my arm is slowly returning to a normal color. Fleeting are the days of tie-dye skin tone and a swollen Popeye-sized forearm. What am I rambling about? Yet … [Read more...]
The Magnificent Local Markets of South Korea
July 16, 2013 by 2 Comments
You may have heard about the indoor/outdoor markets in South Korea. They are wonderlands for the investigative type. If you like snooping around local shops to see what the natives are buying, then … [Read more...]
The Amazing Miniature Shoe Repair Shops of Korea
July 12, 2013 by 5 Comments
Mini Cobbler Shop in Korea Certain things just don't get old in Korea. When I first arrived in Korea in August of 2011, I remember walking around the streets of Jeon-Ju during orientation … [Read more...]
No Panties Allowed in Judo Class in Korea!
July 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I'm rapidly approaching the two year mark here in South Korea. One of the most memorable things, BY FAR, has been my involvement at my local judo (yudo 유도) school. My master instructor is this … [Read more...]
Vacation Time is Coming
June 25, 2013 by 2 Comments
My current contract ends in late August which means summer vacation falls within the current cycle. In EPIK we receive 18 days vacation to be split between winter and summer breaks. It all … [Read more...]