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Acorn in the Dog's Food

  • Know Your Spirits: Sambul Jeseok (三佛帝釋)
    Know Your Spirits: Sambul Jeseok (三佛帝釋) - Whether it's from red neon crosses lighting up the night sky or the sound of monks rapping on moktok it is not unusual to encounter evidence of the influence that Christianity and Buddhism have had in…Tue, 1 Mar 2011, 11:36 AM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • New Glasses
    New Glasses - I purchased a pair of new glasses last week. (Read more ...)Wed, 23 Feb 2011, 10:13 AM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • Measurements (단위)
    Measurements (단위) - Every election in the United States see politicians - though I am primarily referring to presidential candidates here - make campaign promises of what they want to change during their time in office.…Sun, 20 Feb 2011, 08:00 PM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • Daeboreum Gifts
    Daeboreum Gifts - Yesterday was Jeongwol Daeboreum. I received a nice surprise when I came in to work, as our academy vice-director had brought in peanuts for all of the teachers. In addition to that, she also had a fe…Thu, 17 Feb 2011, 08:56 PM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • Blast From The Past
    Blast From The Past - I recently found out that my musical tastes match up with what a Korean woman my age would have been listening to as a middle school student. That was an amusing discovery, though not completely unexp…Tue, 15 Feb 2011, 09:25 AM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • Holiday Week: Valentine's Day and Daeboreum
    Holiday Week: Valentine's Day and Daeboreum - As I'm sure many of you know, Valentine's Day took place on Monday this week. While it's true that the observance of Valentine's Day (밸런타인데이) is different in Korea than it is in most of North American…Mon, 14 Feb 2011, 10:04 AM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • Sohan, the little cold
    Sohan, the little cold - Today (6 January) marks the start of Sohan (소한; 小寒) in the lunisolar calendars of China, Korea, Japan, and Vietnam. Despite the name translating to 'little cold' in English it felt very frigid outside…Thu, 6 Jan 2011, 11:22 AM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • Jeong Darae and the 16th Asian Games
    Jeong Darae and the 16th Asian Games - Anyone who has read my LiveJournal for a prolonged period of time will know that I am an avid follower of soccer (football). Other sports that I enjoy include handball, badminton, and archery but thos…Wed, 29 Dec 2010, 12:12 PM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • Conflict in East Asia
    Conflict in East Asia - If you've been following the news recently you've no doubt heard about North Korea's artillery shelling of Yeonpyeong Island on the afternoon of 23 November. If, by some chance, you aren't aware of wh…Tue, 23 Nov 2010, 11:42 AM // samedi.livejournal.com
  • At the Noraebang: 5 v 1
    At the Noraebang: 5 v 1 - Monday evening, while teaching my final class of the day, I asked my students what they did over their weekend. One girl mentioned going to the movies. The sole boy in class spoke about wanting to pla…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 02:50 PM // samedi.livejournal.com

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Adopted Angle

  • New blog!
    New blog! - Hello fellow readers, Thanks for all your loyal readership, comments, and visits. I’ve appreciated every single one of them and hope to continue hearing from you. From now on I will be blogging at htt…Mon, 18 Oct 2010, 07:43 PM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • Apologies…for what?
    Apologies…for what? - Yesterday, I’m sitting in a cafe/coffee shop in Williamsburg – The House of Small Wonder Cafe – and it must appear as though I’m working. Makes sense – it’s a business day, mid-morning, freelancers ru…Fri, 17 Sep 2010, 05:46 AM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • Rights: Yours vs. Mine
    Rights: Yours vs. Mine - I took the image above yesterday around 6:30pm. Unassuming, anonymous and stepping out of my apartment building in downtown Brooklyn to a comfortable fall evening. The question that emerges here is th…Thu, 16 Sep 2010, 04:24 AM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • The common denominator
    The common denominator - Eating by yourself is discouraged. Waving good-bye. Having a morning & afternoon tea break. Standing when an elder enters the room. Taking a picture. What do all these things have in common? On two oc…Wed, 8 Sep 2010, 08:18 AM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • As they say in Ireland…
    As they say in Ireland… - I am not in denial about the lack of posts since I returned to America. Nor is there any way to argue otherwise. If I were a mathematician or statistician I could present the figures in a convincing e…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 03:13 PM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • Hotel blues
    Hotel blues - Indie Ink is an online publication for writers, artists and you. Maybe you’re one of the aforementioned, maybe you’re two, perhaps 3 or none. Maybe you like to sit back, watch and read. It encourages…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 04:08 AM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • Who is learning?
    Who is learning? - I went to a meditation session at Hwagyesa Temple last weekend. A new area of Seoul I’d yet to see (easily done) and getting there was actually very easy. Directions will follow at the end. After 30 m…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 06:17 AM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • A fortune cookie’s fortune
    A fortune cookie’s fortune - While packing the content’s of one year in Korea today, I came across this fortune: Sometimes home is where the heart is. I leave you with a song by Rosie Thomas entitled, Kite Song. Her lyrics and vo…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 06:15 AM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • What is the “up”side to development?
    What is the “up”side to development? - Whether or not we are fully conscious of it, development happens everyday, in a multitude of ways, all around us. All sentient beings experience some degree of it even if we don’t feel directly affect…Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 06:40 AM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com
  • Who we are
    Who we are - It’s another semester break, or for me, the end of a term, a contract, and the start of something new. What that something is falls outside my realm of possibilities. At least for the moment. My last…Fri, 6 Aug 2010, 06:55 AM // anadoptedangle.wordpress.com

Adventures in Korean

  • 2011 in Review
    2011 in Review - I got an email from WordPress about an 2011 annual report for my blog, prepared by their stats help monkey no less. It’s kind of interesting to look through so I thought I’d post it. However, this is…Sun, 1 Jan 2012, 09:55 PM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • The European Korean Kid
    The European Korean Kid - I was going to post about packing and my last few days in Korea, but I honestly can’t remember enough about those events to justify their own blog posts. But I will say, when moving to another country…Wed, 13 Jul 2011, 03:14 PM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • Cirque du Soliel’s Varekai
    Cirque du Soliel’s Varekai - Before I left for Korea, I celebrated my 22nd birthday and my dad took me to go see Cirque du Soliel’s Kooza in Washington DC. It was a pretty amazing show. So when I found out Varekai was playing in…Wed, 13 Jul 2011, 03:00 PM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • My Second Lotus Lantern Festival
    My Second Lotus Lantern Festival - Aside from getting to see a piece of Korean culture and tradition, another reason to go see the local festivals is that they only happen once a year. And if you’re only there for a year, you basically…Wed, 13 Jul 2011, 02:35 PM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • The Yeoido Flower Festival
    The Yeoido Flower Festival - I mentioned in an earlier blog post about the importance of getting out and seeing the different Korean festivals. There are a lot to see and, aside from being fun, they’re a great opportunity to expe…Wed, 13 Jul 2011, 02:08 PM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • Studying Korean Online
    Studying Korean Online - I really have to make sure I finish up this blog quickly because I was looking back at my Laundry List of Blog Posts post and realized that, in addition to NOT finishing a post a day like I said I wou…Sat, 2 Jul 2011, 04:56 PM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • Reverse Culture Shock
    Reverse Culture Shock - A few days ago my blog got a comment, asking if I was feeling any culture shock since coming home. In college, I studied abroad twice in Germany and didn’t experience a whole lot of culture shock but…Fri, 10 Jun 2011, 11:31 AM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • Marty the Smarty Tries to Get a Little Smarter
    Marty the Smarty Tries to Get a Little Smarter - Okay, now for the long overdue post on how Marty was found (Side Note: He’s sleeping next to me now with his head on my shoulder, making it a challenge to type). To recap, Marty went missing the day a…Fri, 10 Jun 2011, 11:04 AM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • My Day Trip to Daegu (Part 2)
    My Day Trip to Daegu (Part 2) - Alright, Daegu Part 2, which will actually go with my  next post about how Marty was found. The whole reason I went to Daegu was to rescue a Welsh corgi puppy from the KAPS (Korean Animal Protection S…Sat, 4 Jun 2011, 12:50 PM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com
  • My Day Trip to Daegu (Part 1)
    My Day Trip to Daegu (Part 1) - February 26th: The Day I was Supposed to Go to Daegu February 27th: The Day I Went to Daegu and Returned Why the delay? I had to work on the 26th to get ready for the new term. Why go to Daegu? I have…Tue, 31 May 2011, 11:58 AM // koreanadventures.wordpress.com

Adventures in the 4077th

  • How to Improve Your "외dar": Some Preliminary Thoughts
    How to Improve Your "외dar": Some Preliminary Thoughts - I'm about two months late to the bandwagon, but here, have this post on 외dar.I read other K-blogs here and there, but a lot of times I cannot be arsed because the writing is twee as fuck, or there's l…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 07:17 AM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • Presentations
    Presentations - I have two rounds of presentations within the next month.  The first I just finished up today, with the students in my Winter Intensives course. It was pretty hands-off and I just ate Pringles and jud…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 12:20 AM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • You encounter: Yet Another Lady at the Jjimjilbang!
    You encounter: Yet Another Lady at the Jjimjilbang! - This one, unlike my other two, was much shorter.  I was staying at a jjimjilbang with a friend who was leaving Seoul this past Friday night.  While I was sitting in the hot tub, feeling kind of glum a…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 06:15 PM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • Multimedia Monday: Annie Get Your Gun
    Multimedia Monday: Annie Get Your Gun - Shamelessly repeating an old post from my CELTA days.  This time it has the benefit of hindsight: I actually did use this song in a lesson, and it worked very well—it was actually the first (and only)…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 09:08 AM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • Multimedia Monday: Shrek
    Multimedia Monday: Shrek - I'm generating material for a new textbook. If I understand my boss correctly, the franchise headquarters is considering dropping their kids' hagwons (like ours) in favor of focusing exclusively focus…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 10:50 PM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • Happy Lunar New Year!
    Happy Lunar New Year! - In keeping with the spirit of Multimedia Monday, a nice (if couple years old) video about Seollal and Seollal traditions.It's the year of the water Dragon this year.  Anyone turning 12, 24, 36, etc, s…Sun, 22 Jan 2012, 09:51 PM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • Student Profile: Alex
    Student Profile: Alex - Alex runs on rocket fuel, in a nutshell.  He is loud, forever wandering out of his seat, a champion nose-picker, and seems to lack a filter between his brain and the rest of his body.  I spend a lot o…Thu, 19 Jan 2012, 07:03 PM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • Multimedia Monday: Cat Stevens
    Multimedia Monday: Cat Stevens - Another lesson courtesy of Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium. One scene features this song by Yusuf Islam (formerly Cat Stevens), and I decided it would be a good change of pace to do a listening activit…Mon, 16 Jan 2012, 07:52 AM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • I React to Western Adults Reacting to Western Kids Reacting to K-pop
    I React to Western Adults Reacting to Western Kids Reacting to K-pop - I don't know about elsewhere on the Internet, but LiveJournal's Oh No They Didn't community, at least, is having a massive hatefest over Kids React to K-pop.  My reactions are entirely based on how th…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 06:21 PM // kobarea.blogspot.com
  • Multimedia Monday: Kermit the Frog
    Multimedia Monday: Kermit the Frog - Right now my intensive classes are watching Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium, which has a brief cameo from Kermit the Frog.One of my questions was: What's Kermit doing?Kermit...?The frog.  What is the f…Mon, 9 Jan 2012, 06:06 AM // kobarea.blogspot.com

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Ajumma's Journal

  • Peony Power
    Peony Power - Never had the chance to meet a Moran in person.  Am clueless about her scent, despite her inclusion in the L’Occitane range.  Yet, I admit, I’ve been prejudiced against her size and rather ostentatio…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 02:09 AM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • Hope Floats
    Hope Floats - Have to thank MBC for this poignant scene from the historical drama, Dong Yi, in which the heroine finds herself lost among ordinary Koreans releasing lanterns bearing their wishes for the new year. K…Sun, 8 Jan 2012, 10:31 PM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • Expect Slower-Moving Queues At Immigration Counters in ROK
    Expect Slower-Moving Queues At Immigration Counters in ROK - If you are a non-Korean national, over 17 and not a diplomat, be prepared for longer lines at entry points into South Korea like Incheon International Airport, with effect from January the first.Reaso…Tue, 27 Dec 2011, 02:09 AM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • Kpop As YouTube Genre
    Kpop As YouTube Genre - These days, when one's fame is measured in terms of the number of Facebook likes, it's a sure sign that Hallyu has spread its wings beyond the Asian market when it has been listed as a genre on the Yo…Tue, 27 Dec 2011, 12:32 AM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • Can Korean Doctors Help Acid Attack Victim?
    Can Korean Doctors Help Acid Attack Victim? - I’ll stop complaining to myself about having a bummer 2011 because I’ve just been reminded indirectly by a news article that others have had it worse. This week, a fellow Malaysian is in South Korea i…Fri, 16 Dec 2011, 01:44 AM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • SKC Hallyu Party 2011
    SKC Hallyu Party 2011 - Dear Mr Yun Jae Jin (Managing Director of KTO KL) and the Board of Directors of SKC in Malaysia, Gamsa –hamnida once again for inviting me to the SKC ( Saranghaeyo Korea Club) Hallyu Party 2011 held o…Tue, 13 Dec 2011, 08:52 PM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • I'll Remember MAMA Part 2
    I'll Remember MAMA Part 2 - Here's the continuation of what made me half-glad and half regretful that I spent four hours in front of the telly to catch the delayed telecast of MAMA 2011. 5. Fann Wong's fashion question-mark - Wh…Sun, 4 Dec 2011, 09:54 PM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • I'll Remember MAMA...part 1
    I'll Remember MAMA...part 1 - Here's a list of ELEVEN things that impressed me or depressed me about the recent M.Net Music Awards ceremony held in Singapore.  I'll remember MAMA 2011 for....1. Lee Byung Hyun - working his charm a…Fri, 2 Dec 2011, 04:33 PM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • Seoul Lantern Festival Lights Up Tonight
    Seoul Lantern Festival Lights Up Tonight - The Seoul Lantern Festival ( not be confused with the Lotus Lantern Festival) starts this evening with a lighting ceremony at Cheonggye Plaza at Cheonggyecheon. The lantern display stretches all the w…Fri, 4 Nov 2011, 02:38 AM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com
  • MAMA's Making Rounds In Asia
    MAMA's Making Rounds In Asia - Kpop lovers in Asia have more reason to celebrate now that Mnet Asia Music Awards ( affectionately   dubbed MAMA) has ambitions to be the Grammys ofis  the East and  is holding its award ceremonies ou…Thu, 3 Nov 2011, 02:30 AM // ajummasjournal.blogspot.com

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Amanda Takes Off

  • Resolutions: January Update
    Resolutions: January Update - Here's how I'm doing on my resolutions so far. 1) To walk/hike 1,000 miles. I am behind where I need to be on this one due to a flare up of PF. However, while I'm only walking 8-10 miles a week, I'm g…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 07:19 PM // amandatakesoff.com
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  • Bowling in the Ball and Chain League
    Bowling in the Ball and Chain League - Good Man and I are back to our Ball and Chain league on Friday nights. We've bowled three weeks so far. The first week I did terrible (88, 83, 114), but we still won two out of three games and the ser…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 11:24 AM // amandatakesoff.com
  • Good Man Moments
    Good Man Moments - I handed Good Man a bag of shredded cheese. Do you see any mold? I only see beautiful footsteps. I don't know what that means. He shrugged before putting some cheese in his mouth. I don't either. ***…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 12:46 PM // amandatakesoff.com
  • Hiking at Seneca Creek State Park
    Hiking at Seneca Creek State Park - Yesterday Good Man, Mark, and his Lover headed off to Seneca Creek State Park for a hike. The weather was beautiful and as you can see from the photos, it wasn't really much of a January hike. Seneca…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 01:32 PM // amandatakesoff.com
  • "Does This Make Up for Being Shot?"
    "Does This Make Up for Being Shot?" - Yesterday I spotted someone on the path down to the school, staring at the buildings with a camera or binoculars. Just as I was watching him, my intern came over and whispered, That guy has been stand…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 10:07 AM // amandatakesoff.com

And So It Goes

  • Hard Shit To Do.
    Hard Shit To Do. - Alright, this is a warning to those of you who don't like bad language or non-PC ideas.  STOP READING NOW!This is going to be a post about the hard shit people need to do.  We're not talking third wor…Wed, 18 Jan 2012, 08:40 AM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • Surprising and not so surprising.
    Surprising and not so surprising. - The surprising thing is that it's November 7th and about 20-25 C (75-80 F) outside. This has to be one of the mildest winters since I've been in Korea. However, I get the feeling that when the other s…Sun, 6 Nov 2011, 07:27 PM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • Work Heals All
    Work Heals All - There is an opinion in the US these days that people are lazy and living off the government tit.  However, I believe, that given the chance, people would choose work over nothing.  The fact is that th…Mon, 31 Oct 2011, 08:41 AM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • Joy in Mudville? Nope. Just mud.
    Joy in Mudville? Nope. Just mud. - BUFFALO 23 - WASHINGTON 0It's official.  The Redskins suck. I haven't seen the yardage totals yet, but I'd be very surprised if the offense broke 100 yards total. Ooops. My bad. They actually managed…Sun, 30 Oct 2011, 05:57 PM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • There may be hope in Mudville after all!
    There may be hope in Mudville after all! - The Washington Nationals may or may not finish the season at .500, but in the last two weeks they have made the statement that this may be a team to reckon with in the relatively near future.  The tea…Fri, 23 Sep 2011, 01:17 AM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • Departmental Review
    Departmental Review - I Gots Me An Ejamicashun Dept.:I finished my TESOL certificate program today, and it feels GOOD!  All I'm waiting for are the final grades on my last two assignments and it will be official.  Now I ca…Mon, 22 Aug 2011, 11:44 PM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • US Economy Flight 2011 Feared Lost over Washington DC. Officials unclear how to proceed.
    US Economy Flight 2011 Feared Lost over Washington DC. Officials unclear how to proceed. - KruseNews, August 9, 2011The tragic tale of US Economy Flight 2011, which went down yesterday in a severe political storm, may never be fully understood.  However, according to reports, bickering at W…Mon, 8 Aug 2011, 03:37 PM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • Forgive me Father for I have sinned. It's been a month since my last post!
    Forgive me Father for I have sinned. It's been a month since my last post! - Well, of course the big news is that the US finally got Osama bin Laden, but who cares about that?  Let's talk BASEBALL!!!!The Washington Nationals have always been a fairly schizophrenic team, and th…Tue, 3 May 2011, 02:24 AM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • PLAY BALL! Baseball starts on Thursday!
    PLAY BALL! Baseball starts on Thursday! - My attitude towards my favorite sports is experiencing a bit of a sea change lately.  My love for the NFL has started to wan in recent years, and my excitement every year for opening day of the baseba…Tue, 29 Mar 2011, 12:54 AM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com
  • Song of the Day
    Song of the Day - TOUCH OF GREYGrateful DeadMust be getting early Clocks are running late Paint-by-number morning sky looks so phony Dawn is breaking everywhere Light a candle, curse the glare Draw the curtains, I don'…Sun, 20 Mar 2011, 07:45 PM // redskinfan52.blogspot.com

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Angry Polish Girl

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    ... - There won't be anyone to text '보고 싶다'...Tue, 21 Dec 2010, 07:57 AM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • 10 days
    10 days - 싼타님께저는 싼타님께 편지를 씨기 전에 머리가 아플 만큼 생각했습니다.사실 싼타를 안 믿는데요. 그런데도 가끔 마음을 지키기 위해 싼타께나 편지를 써야 한다는 말을 들 수 있습니다.올해 예쁜 선물이나 받고 싶지 않습니다. 사랑이나 명예가 필요 없습니다.미모는 꼭 지내고 지혜가 벌써 있는데요. 학교 성공과 취직을 직접으로 이루겠습니다.저는 올해 소원 한 개…Wed, 15 Dec 2010, 02:52 AM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • 기말 시험이 다 됬다ㅠㅠ
    기말 시험이 다 됬다ㅠㅠ - 1 down 5 to go...Mon, 13 Dec 2010, 05:40 PM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • 기말시험 거외 다 됐는데.. 아메리카노- 좋아, 좋아
    기말시험 거외 다 됐는데.. 아메리카노- 좋아, 좋아 - Thu, 25 Nov 2010, 05:42 AM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • Bjork!! 사랑한다!!!
    Bjork!! 사랑한다!!! - Mon, 15 Nov 2010, 08:28 AM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • 빼빼로....?
    빼빼로....? - I don't want to be doctor Fraud here, but is it only me who sees that the shape of Pepero is gighly suggestive? Wouldn't it be a great thesis paper: 'Pepero's phallic shape and it's significance in th…Thu, 11 Nov 2010, 12:59 AM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • 가을이 다 됐다
    가을이 다 됐다 - I like autumn in SeoulTue, 9 Nov 2010, 07:46 AM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • 뭐라고?
    뭐라고? - K. (out of the blue):'You are like a little bambi in a wild forest. you know that people love you because you are pretty and smart and you are enjoying that thinking they are stupid. but out there in…Sat, 6 Nov 2010, 03:06 AM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • 난 미친년이잖아
    난 미친년이잖아 - It's 11.30 pm and I'm sitting in the university library. I just finished writing up for one case study. I have 3 more ahead this weekend. Together with a morning class I'm TAing for, a private gig in…Fri, 5 Nov 2010, 06:32 AM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com
  • 실감이 났어
    실감이 났어 - Tue, 2 Nov 2010, 09:50 PM // me-and-other-stories.blogspot.com

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Annyeong!

  • My New Blog
    My New Blog - Since returning to Korea I've begun a new blog, which is a little more personal and fun than this one. I will try to keep up with it once the semester starts, but I imagine I'll be quite busy once I'm…Tue, 16 Aug 2011, 05:39 PM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • Traditional Korean Challenge
    Traditional Korean Challenge - Korea has a rich culture. I've noticed that when talking about food, drink, crafts, and other aspects of Korean heritage, the words traditional and Korean are added to the front, often unnecessarily a…Thu, 28 Jul 2011, 12:07 AM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • Check Out My France Blog!
    Check Out My France Blog! - I'm leaving tomorrow to spend a month in France with my younger brother. If you want to follow our journey, please check out my travel blog. Au revoir!Wed, 29 Jun 2011, 10:39 PM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • So Long, and Thanks for the Lingerie
    So Long, and Thanks for the Lingerie - Today is my last day as a teacher at Uijeongbu Girls Middle School, and I can't help but ruminate on my Korean experience.Exactly two years ago I first sat on a plane bound for Korea. I remember antic…Thu, 16 Jun 2011, 07:50 PM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • 'Kimjongilia' Opening in Korea
    'Kimjongilia' Opening in Korea - Things at JFNK have slowed down a bit recently, and I've been busy planning my big move/trip/life overhaul, so I haven't written about North Korea much lately. But I do have some cool news.Kimjongilia…Mon, 13 Jun 2011, 06:36 PM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • A Few Visa Tips
    A Few Visa Tips - As you might know, I am planning on attending Yonsei University in Seoul next semester to pursue a master's in international studies. I haven't blogged much lately because I've been busy planning my f…Thu, 9 Jun 2011, 05:50 PM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • Beware Juicy Time Bombs
    Beware Juicy Time Bombs - A lot of strange things happen in my office at school. Sometimes people appear at my desk and try to sell me things--socks, credit cards, fake Louis Vuitton bags, etc.Additionally, a woman with a cool…Wed, 1 Jun 2011, 10:31 PM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • The Unlucky Streak Has Ended!
    The Unlucky Streak Has Ended! - For the past two years of my life in Korea, every time I've gone to the beach, it has rained--often monsoon-style downpours. I don't know why but I was cursed.Well, I guess I finally amassed enough go…Mon, 30 May 2011, 04:41 PM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • Doctor Fish and Other Clichés
    Doctor Fish and Other Clichés - Last weekend my boyfriend and I went and did what every expat in Korea has probably done exactly one time: We had our feet skin eaten off by small fish.Yes, doctor fish is one of those experiences tha…Sun, 29 May 2011, 10:15 PM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com
  • Sunny and Bright
    Sunny and Bright - Today was sports day at my school, where all the classes compete for prizes. I took some pictures of the students playing in their colorful costumes. It was such a nice sunny day. Here are a few that…Wed, 25 May 2011, 06:52 AM // bredainkorea.blogspot.com

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Annyeong Haseyo! Hyoja

  • Finishing Your Contract.
    Finishing Your Contract. - When you leave Korea, there are a few things you need to do so hopefully this list will help you close up your time here. Pension: You will receive all your money back from your pension fund. The mone…Fri, 19 Aug 2011, 01:22 AM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • Dental Care
    Dental Care - I've been in Korea for two years, and not once had I visited the dentist. I have this unjustified fear of the dentist, ever since getting my first filling in 2009. I have seen many metal mouths and as…Wed, 17 Aug 2011, 05:48 AM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • Dr. Sung's Clinic for Women
    Dr. Sung's Clinic for Women - Nice little view outside Today, I visited the gynecologist in Hannam to pick up my health documentation from Dr. Sung's clinic. I highly recommend visiting the clinic. She only employs females, and t…Wed, 17 Aug 2011, 04:06 AM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • Deviated Septum Surgery
    Deviated Septum Surgery - As you can see, my nose is straight :D. Last year, I made a decision to get surgery in Korea. There were both perks and downsides to having surgery in Korea, though much more perks than downsides! I…Wed, 17 Aug 2011, 03:38 AM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeet!
    Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeet! - I just want to mention something fun for ya'all. I got a costume lately from this awesome shop in Gmarket called Sweet Holic. It wasn't expensive, about $22 dollars for a high quality animal suit that…Thu, 28 Apr 2011, 04:55 AM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • Taxes!
    Taxes! - My school is much less organized when it comes to money issues, at least from what I can tell. I've heard some horror stories. Lately, my monthly paycheck has been shorted. Two months ago, it was shor…Fri, 22 Apr 2011, 12:13 AM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • Typhlosion Tokyo
    Typhlosion Tokyo - In December, for my birthday (I AM OLD ughhh), I visited Tokyo! Right in time, really, with everything going on over there :Fri, 22 Apr 2011, 12:01 AM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • HELLO WORLD
    HELLO WORLD - Oh hai, didn't see you waiting there for a few months...Hello? -silence- -prods skeleton-. ^^ I've been SUPER busy lately. But I started blogging privately daily, so I'm going to try to pick up the pa…Thu, 21 Apr 2011, 11:27 PM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • How to Use a Korean Toilet.
    How to Use a Korean Toilet. - How to use a inground/in-the-floor Urinal, pictures MAYBE later.1. Make sure to come armed with toiletry, overestimate in case of emergency.2. Position facing rounded curvature of the urinal.3. If you…Tue, 21 Dec 2010, 11:30 PM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com
  • The Color Pink
    The Color Pink - This is a bit random, but as I was strolling the hall, I realized that there is a distinct lack of pink as of late in the wardrobe of boys. When I first got to Korea, I noted that adults and kids woul…Thu, 2 Dec 2010, 07:51 PM // annyeong-haseyo-hyoja.blogspot.com

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Annyong Anyang!

  • Bulgogi pizza, how do I love thee?
    Bulgogi pizza, how do I love thee? - Let me count the ways.I love thee to the depth and the width and the heightYour steaming crust can reach, when towering in a deep dish pan.I love thee to the level of everyday'sMost quiet hunger, sitt…Wed, 28 Sep 2011, 07:44 PM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • "TEACHER! NUDE MAN IS CRAZY!"
    "TEACHER! NUDE MAN IS CRAZY!" - Being the total Big Bang fangirl that I am, I rushed to Hot Tracks before work to pick up Taeyang's solo album which came out today. I was waiting in line behind four high school girls, and two ajumma…Fri, 23 Sep 2011, 11:53 AM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • Ahhh... distractions
    Ahhh... distractions - Sorry for the total lack of posts... my bad! My friend Min (who goes to the university I went to in the US) came to Korea for her winter break, and I now have a boyfriend so I've been really distracte…Sun, 22 May 2011, 08:14 PM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • What I miss from home the most...
    What I miss from home the most... - 1) My family and the dogs2) Going walking in the cemetery with my friends Lindsey and Emma to try to find Cemetery Kitty. Or going to with them to Fritz's Fries, in Keene NH. Which I am convinced has…Sun, 5 Dec 2010, 01:54 AM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • Someone in Anyang can spell!
    Someone in Anyang can spell! - Someone in Anyang other than me noticed the Butiful City Anyang signs were wrong! Someone put some spellchecktastic stickers all over these signs! Thank you, mysterious spellcheck sticker man, for put…Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 08:47 AM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • Kalguksu is amazinggggg
    Kalguksu is amazinggggg - Kalguksu in Myeongdong... so gooooood! I went to this restaurant with my friend Min a few weeks ago. The place was packed and the waitstaff were rushing around like madmen. Min said there is always a…Thu, 8 Jul 2010, 08:01 AM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • Rambling about teaching and the World Cup
    Rambling about teaching and the World Cup - Right now I'm sitting in my room, watching the World Cup match, Korea vs Uruguay and drinking lemon Cass. The last couple of games I watched in bars, cheering with all the other fans, decked out in re…Sat, 26 Jun 2010, 09:43 AM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace
    Gyeongbokgung Palace - In March or April (I think...) I went to Gyeongbokgung Palace with a guy I met that read this blog. It was really interesting and beautiful, I'd never been to a palace before so I was super excited.Wh…Sat, 22 May 2010, 09:28 PM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • Me and my bunny pig
    Me and my bunny pig - I was so geeked when I saw this bunny pig plushy from the drama You're Beautiful in Myeongdong.I promise I will be writing a real post. I went to Gyeongbokgung Palace a while back, and I have plenty o…Sat, 22 May 2010, 01:45 AM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com
  • Election season
    Election season - A little while back, I started noticing mysterious giant pictures of men all over the city, fluttering against the sides of buildings, scowling at me, pumping fists, making peace signs, forcing smiles…Tue, 4 May 2010, 10:36 PM // annyonganyang.blogspot.com

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Antipodal

  • First snow
    First snow - On my walk to work.Thu, 8 Dec 2011, 03:18 PM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • First snow
    First snow - On my walk to work.Thu, 8 Dec 2011, 03:17 PM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • Dance, puppets, dance
    Dance, puppets, dance - Caught a costumed kpop dance in front of one of the million phone stores.Wed, 7 Dec 2011, 01:45 AM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • Soft kitty
    Soft kitty - Mon, 5 Dec 2011, 03:40 PM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • Arkham and tequila
    Arkham and tequila - Sun, 4 Dec 2011, 04:00 AM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • Going to Grandma’s house
    Going to Grandma’s house - Taking the subway on Chuseok.Fri, 9 Sep 2011, 07:43 PM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • stock footage
    stock footage - I’m still in the middle of unpacking. Really, I’ve mostly been focusing on moving the rest of my stuff here (via bus. ooh, so much fun) and cleaning the old place to get it ready for my replacement (a…Tue, 23 Aug 2011, 06:30 PM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • catching up: summer camp
    catching up: summer camp - Mr. Kang has outdone himself with the photos for last week’s camp, so I will let the pictures speak for themselves, aside from saying that I designed the camp to be fun and more “cultural” than Englis…Sun, 21 Aug 2011, 08:27 PM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • 19 August, 2011 19:03: the new apartment
    19 August, 2011 19:03: the new apartment - Fri, 19 Aug 2011, 03:03 AM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com
  • insa-dong
    insa-dong - It’s been a little while since we caught up, internet. Actually, it’s been a long while – and if you check out the last few posts, you can kind of guess why. In April, Mr. Antipodal returned from Cana…Sun, 14 Aug 2011, 10:20 PM // aprilantipodal.wordpress.com

Asadal Thought

  • Korea’s Murderous Education Culture
    Korea’s Murderous Education Culture - I read this post on The Marmot’s Hole today. It comes from this story from the Korea Times (I’m not really pleased about using this as a source on this blog, but at the moment I don’t have time to sea…Thu, 24 Nov 2011, 10:30 PM // asadalthought.wordpress.com
  • Circumcision in Korea
    Circumcision in Korea - I recently read this post by msleetobe regarding circumcision in Korea. This got me thinking of an article I’d seen years ago that I’d found fascinating. Truth be told the general contents of the arti…Thu, 17 Nov 2011, 09:56 PM // asadalthought.wordpress.com
  • Parents in Education – GEPIK Questionnaire
    Parents in Education – GEPIK Questionnaire - Today I saw a survey given to students in a GEPIK elementary school for their parents to fill out. The kids were told that they would be punished if their parents didn’t fill it out. It’s a survey abo…Tue, 18 Oct 2011, 11:51 PM // asadalthought.wordpress.com
  • Writing on the BBC
    Writing on the BBC - I recently wrote a guest blog for the BBC Word Service‘s “Have Your Say”. They have an excellent section featuring many posts by guest bloggers about each of the World Cup teams, which can all be view…Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 12:39 PM // asadalthought.wordpress.com
  • Driving in Korea
    Driving in Korea - As many of you may have noticed, Korean driving norms appear to be very different to those in many “western” countries. Many expats I know in Korea have commented that they would be or are afraid to d…Mon, 21 Jun 2010, 03:54 PM // asadalthought.wordpress.com

Ask a Korean

  • Ask a Korean! News: Racial Tension Flaring in Dallas
    Ask a Korean! News: Racial Tension Flaring in Dallas - Oh boy:The African American community in Dallas has been protesting a gas station run by a Korean-born U.S. citizen in a predominately black neighborhood in South Dallas for over a month, taking issue…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 12:47 PM // askakorean.blogspot.com
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  • What Kind of Technology is Available in the Military?
    What Kind of Technology is Available in the Military? - Dear Korean,I have a Korean boyfriend and he is in the military service now. But we haven't contacted each other since last year. It's been more than a year since he went into service, and I wonder wh…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 07:34 PM // askakorean.blogspot.com
  • Today, TK Learned:
    Today, TK Learned: - . . .that sooner or later, big law firms will get their revenge for allowing their associates to have a Christmas break, and a super-sized linkage post will have to suffice when one has to justify one…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 05:49 AM // askakorean.blogspot.com
  • Kim Jong-Il's Death - Bonus Question: Do South Koreans Care About Reunification?
    Kim Jong-Il's Death - Bonus Question: Do South Koreans Care About Reunification? - Dear Korean, I heard B.R. Myers on a radio interview recently. His idea of the biggest threat to the regime is something like this:The biggest risk to the regime is that the North Korean public is gro…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 01:12 PM // askakorean.blogspot.com
  • Ask a Korean! News: Coffee in Korea -- Some Statistics
    Ask a Korean! News: Coffee in Korea -- Some Statistics - There is an interesting new set of statistics about Korea's fervor for coffee, which was discussed in a recent post on this blog. Basically, the Korean's observation that gourmet coffee exploded in th…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 01:00 PM // askakorean.blogspot.com
  • Ask a Korean! News: Thousands of Anti-Regime Fliers Found in Cheongjin
    Ask a Korean! News: Thousands of Anti-Regime Fliers Found in Cheongjin - If North Korea falls in the next few years, remember this moment: reports from North Korea say that thousands of fliers denouncing Kim Jong-Un appeared in several locations in the city of Cheongjin. T…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 06:47 PM // askakorean.blogspot.com
  • Happy Lunar New Year!
    Happy Lunar New Year! - Hope you all had a delicious bowl of rice cake soup, and some sweet cash for bowing to your elders. Here are some old posts about Korea's celebration of lunar new year, and here is one about how North…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 05:15 PM // askakorean.blogspot.com
  • 50 Most Influential K-Pop Artists: 22. Kim Chu-Ja
    50 Most Influential K-Pop Artists: 22. Kim Chu-Ja - [Series Index]22.  Kim Chu-Ja [김추자]Years of Activity: 1969-1988Discography:Before It's Late [늦기전에] (1969)Kim Chu-Ja Stereo Hit Album No. 1 [김추자 스테레오 힛트 앨범 No.1] (1970)Kim Chu-Ja Stereo Hit Album No. 2…Sun, 22 Jan 2012, 07:19 PM // askakorean.blogspot.com
  • Pop Music Disappointments, and K-Pop
    Pop Music Disappointments, and K-Pop - The Korean saw this some time ago:  12 Extremely Disappointing Facts about Popular Music. Just to give a few samples:Flo Rida's “Low” has sold 8 million copies – the same as The Beatles' “Hey Jude”Cre…Thu, 19 Jan 2012, 07:35 PM // askakorean.blogspot.com
  • Suicide in Korea Series: IV. How Suicide Spread in Korea
    Suicide in Korea Series: IV. How Suicide Spread in Korea - [Series Index]The last post discussed the global sociology of suicides, and how its implications are entirely applicable in Korea. In fact, one of the lessons that can be gleaned form the last post is…Thu, 19 Jan 2012, 10:53 AM // askakorean.blogspot.com

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Ask the Expat

  • Democrats Abroad (DAROK) Trivia Night Fri 25 Feb 2011, Itaewon, Seoul
    Democrats Abroad (DAROK) Trivia Night Fri 25 Feb 2011, Itaewon, Seoul - You don't have to be American, a Democrat or political. It's just for fun and a good cause!!!DATE: Friday 25 February 2011TIME: from 7:30 PM until completion COST: Entry fee of W100,000 or $100 per t…Mon, 21 Feb 2011, 01:22 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Who wants free money? Seriously!
    Who wants free money? Seriously! - My tenure as an expat is coming to a close and I'm in need of a little help. My wife and I are heading to Europe in May where we'll travel for a couple months before settling down in the US. We're exc…Thu, 20 Jan 2011, 08:48 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • What makes Korean Christmas unique?
    What makes Korean Christmas unique? - Here's the question: I'm putting together a funny email for my family and was wondering if you knew any unique Christmas traditions that Koreans celebrate. That's a pretty general question and I'm sur…Tue, 21 Dec 2010, 10:17 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Buses with Bathrooms?
    Buses with Bathrooms? - Here's the question: Planning on teaching in Korea (of course English) and hoping to travel all over the country. What I am concerned about is the long trips (3 hours or over) that you have to take on…Thu, 16 Dec 2010, 08:13 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Buying Real Christmas Trees in Korea: It's not worth the effort
    Buying Real Christmas Trees in Korea: It's not worth the effort - Here's the question: Do you have any clue where I can buy a real Christmas tree? I've asked all my co-workers and they have no idea. I live in Suwon. Where can I go???Man, this question never seems to…Thu, 2 Dec 2010, 03:04 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Shipping on the Slow Boat to America
    Shipping on the Slow Boat to America - Here's the question: Hey do you know how much the slow boat costs roughly. Lets say I wanted to ship a box from Korea to NYC, filled with clothes and what not.  Lets say it weighs 50 pounds. How does…Tue, 30 Nov 2010, 08:46 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Hiring Trends in Adult Language Institutes in Korea
    Hiring Trends in Adult Language Institutes in Korea - Brian made a few comments about the rumors of a possible reduction of NSET's and contract renewals in public schools over the next couple of years. I don't think the situation is as dire as he predict…Fri, 26 Nov 2010, 04:15 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Why Are Asians So Smart?
    Why Are Asians So Smart? - Aside from the over-emphasis on test-taking skills, I think it's a decent start. Are Asians actually smarter? Mon, 1 Nov 2010, 04:03 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • International Relationship Advice
    International Relationship Advice - Anyone want to add anything to the initial list? Thu, 28 Oct 2010, 08:44 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Simple Lessons from Buddhism
    Simple Lessons from Buddhism - There is much to learn from Buddhism and even during short temple stays, solid messages can be taken away. I could could go into detail again, but it don't think I need to. For a look at what Korean B…Tue, 26 Oct 2010, 08:53 PM // feeds.feedburner.com

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Bart Schaneman

  • On Hawaii, ambition, and the people we’ve been before
    On Hawaii, ambition, and the people we’ve been before - Maui, HAWAII—She had me pinned by the wrists in the grass of the Kipahulu Campground. She was saying “You were such a punk. Always fucking up people’s shit. I used to really like you.” I wanted to tel…Mon, 3 Jan 2011, 06:25 PM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • The Change That Comes
    The Change That Comes - Isn’t it something how you go from a little boy, a boy who only went to places that felt good, who would run away from boring people as soon as the conversation slowed, to bars, to small places with s…Sun, 2 Jan 2011, 07:13 AM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • Own Your Place
    Own Your Place - There is a moment when you know for certain that your youth is gone. That it’s no longer a choice to hold onto it. The respect for time and the way it wins over everything, that you have lost friends…Fri, 15 Oct 2010, 04:47 AM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • Cherries
    Cherries - I left my jacket on the chair but I can’t go back to her. We stay in Portland and the rain. We send messages with the subject line: New York City. We get caught wishing someone had told us what we wer…Sat, 9 Oct 2010, 07:04 PM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • Torn Fibers
    Torn Fibers - I write this on a phone with headphones plugged into it strapped around my bicep. My nose has gone red from straining against genetics and the darkness in my bloodlines. I do a superset of lat pulldow…Sun, 19 Sep 2010, 04:27 AM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • - I’ve moved most of my activity to Tumblr. You should follow me there. I’ll still post longer pieces here, but most of the action is on Tumblr. I like the community feeling there better. Filed under: W…Fri, 25 Jun 2010, 06:35 AM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • - New essay about Portland life up at Thought Catalog. Filed under: PortlandSat, 19 Jun 2010, 06:26 PM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • GIVE
    GIVE - –The following is an excerpt from my forthcoming memoir, Where Furnaces Burn: As I went through my days I tried to keep the feeling inside of me of those first nights I spent in Japan. When anything w…Thu, 17 Jun 2010, 09:41 PM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • WE ARE STILL ALIVE
    WE ARE STILL ALIVE - –The following is an excerpt from my forthcoming memoir, Where Furnaces Burn: Geoff, Claire and I met on the bus on an early Friday morning. It was Korean Independence Day but the people on the subway…Thu, 10 Jun 2010, 06:33 AM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com
  • DON’T STOP BELIEVING
    DON’T STOP BELIEVING - Just wanted to write a quick note and say I’m here and thinking about all you readers. I’ve been spending my limited time working on the memoir about the newspaper in Seoul, which means I haven’t had…Sun, 6 Jun 2010, 03:43 PM // bartschaneman.wordpress.com

Bibimbop Till You Drop

  • My Cambodia Trip
    My Cambodia Trip - View My Cambodia Trip in a larger mapTue, 26 Apr 2011, 03:57 AM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • Map of Vegetarian Restaurants in Seoul
    Map of Vegetarian Restaurants in Seoul - View Vegetarian Restaurants in Seoul, Korea in a larger mapSat, 27 Nov 2010, 04:06 AM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • Vegetarian Restaurants in Korea
    Vegetarian Restaurants in Korea - Please see Map of Vegetarian Restaurants for more complete and up to date information. I will not be updating this post any longer.Photoshttp://www.flickr.com/photos/bibimboptillyoudrop/collections/72…Fri, 2 Apr 2010, 05:38 PM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • My Kyoto Trip
    My Kyoto Trip - View My Kyoto Trip in a larger mapFri, 12 Mar 2010, 04:37 AM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • One year ago
    One year ago - CIMG7538Originally uploaded by bibimbop3I was a mummy.Sat, 31 Oct 2009, 05:04 AM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • Two years ago
    Two years ago - CIMG2214Originally uploaded by bibimbop3I ate this.Sat, 26 Sep 2009, 03:27 AM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • One year ago
    One year ago - CIMG6183Originally uploaded by bibimbop3I went to Jeju Do.Sat, 26 Sep 2009, 03:25 AM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • One yearago
    One yearago - CIMG5211Originally uploaded by bibimbop3I ate this.Fri, 5 Jun 2009, 12:12 PM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • Two years ago
    Two years ago - CIMG0540Originally uploaded by bibimbop3...Sun, 31 May 2009, 07:17 AM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com
  • Two years ago
    Two years ago - CIMG0462Originally uploaded by bibimbop3...Tue, 26 May 2009, 10:51 AM // bibimboptillyoudrop.blogspot.com

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Big Hominid's Harry Chasms

  • no Super Bowl for Kevin
    no Super Bowl for Kevin - I will not be watching the Super Bowl. First, I don't have a TV, and watching live-stream TV on my Mac is a pain the ass because of my slow connection (thank you, Comcast). Second, I'm coming up on a…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 01:13 PM // bighominid.blogspot.com
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  • interesting parallels
    interesting parallels - A Korean scholar in small-town USA chafes at the prejudice she encounters. Excerpt:I made the mistake of going to this Chinese New Year festival that the students put together. I ended up at a table w…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 01:06 PM // bighominid.blogspot.com
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  • couldn't help myself when I saw this image
    couldn't help myself when I saw this image - _Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 06:16 PM // bighominid.blogspot.com
  • what I hope to see on Sunday
    what I hope to see on Sunday - _Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 04:11 PM // bighominid.blogspot.com
  • stop choppin' dat wood
    stop choppin' dat wood - Sam Harris on the fireplace delusion. On Twitter, he writes that this post has generated an entirely new species of hate mail._Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 04:17 AM // bighominid.blogspot.com
  • French quiz
    French quiz - Here's an excerpt from an excellent culinary blog I'm now following:Ce filet de porc peut être dégusté en raclette, servi sur des canapés ou apprécié seul, avec des fromages. C'est toujours gratifiant…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 03:56 PM // bighominid.blogspot.com
  • the stupidest question I've seen today
    the stupidest question I've seen today - On Instapundit, Glenn Reynolds links to an article about an Amazonian fungus that eats polyurethane. A commenter to that article then writes the following:now why on earth would a fungus be able to me…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 03:19 PM // bighominid.blogspot.com
  • the dialogue went like this
    the dialogue went like this - Conversation between me and a learning-disabled student. The quotes aren't exact, but I think I've correctly captured the overall pace, tone, and spirit of the exchange.ME: OK, so you remember the slo…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 01:56 PM // bighominid.blogspot.com
  • Ave, Regan and Dave!
    Ave, Regan and Dave! - Friend and correspondent Regan sends me this link to a statue of The Hulk that's apparently in Seoul, Korea. What makes this statue different? It's what The Hulk is doing.And from off my Twitter feed,…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 12:48 PM // bighominid.blogspot.com
  • a Marissa update
    a Marissa update - Marissa's in surgery now, and her cousin Megan (see previous post for my correction: I had thought Megan was a friend, not a relative) is providing updates for the long procedure, which began this mor…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 09:05 AM // bighominid.blogspot.com

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Big White Barbie Does Busan

  • This Blog Has Shifted Elsewhere
    This Blog Has Shifted Elsewhere - All old posts, comments, and whatever else I may post in the future, can be found at Big White Barbie Sat, 19 Jun 2010, 02:37 PM // feeds.feedburner.com

Black Child in Kimchiland

  • Vacation
    Vacation - I'm on James Bond Island in beautiful Thailand sipping on a pineapple drink out of a coconut as I write these words. My wife is in her little two piece playing in the waves and having the time of her…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 02:54 AM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • I'm Sorry
    I'm Sorry - More Blog post coming soon and regularly. Do the people want the Taiwan banishment story or my observations of Saudi Arabia first?Mon, 26 Dec 2011, 10:54 AM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • Horrible Bosses is some racist bullshit
    Horrible Bosses is some racist bullshit - There is a scene where the characters need to hire an assassin so they ask the GPS where can they find the scum of the Earth. The GPS sends them to a Black bar which is particularly offensive because…Mon, 5 Dec 2011, 12:07 PM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • My favorite internet meme
    My favorite internet meme - Wed, 23 Nov 2011, 05:24 PM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • Saudi Arabia
    Saudi Arabia - Get ready for my post on Saudi culture . These people are just as incompetent as Koreans and twice as tacky. On my Tumblr I have decided that the shitty cars of Saudi Arabia will be my muse. Today a t…Thu, 17 Nov 2011, 08:32 PM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • I am leaving on a jet plane
    I am leaving on a jet plane - By this time tomorrow your favorite bloggers favorite rapper will be in lovely Bahrain for immigration and fuckery.Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 06:55 AM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • R.I.P Heavy D
    R.I.P Heavy D - Steve Jobs died and quite frankly I didn't give a fuck. As far as I am concern Apple will still make billions by employing desperate Chinese labor and raping African materials all while not contributi…Tue, 8 Nov 2011, 05:44 PM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • Dingaling Cain and Slutty Sharon Bialek
    Dingaling Cain and Slutty Sharon Bialek - Here at Blackchild Industries we slut shame.This woman is full of shit. I don't doubt that this is her partial recollection of the events of that night. But what I do doubt is it an anyway being a tra…Tue, 8 Nov 2011, 07:38 AM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • It's Funny Because It's True
    It's Funny Because It's True - This cartoon is far from all-encompassing of white privilege but it is very good.Sat, 5 Nov 2011, 11:33 AM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com
  • Shithead Cop Saturday
    Shithead Cop Saturday - I say good day sir.So being treated poorly because of the way you dress isn't a good thing? That's one to grow on. I hope he remembers that when he interacts with the community.This is what they do to…Fri, 4 Nov 2011, 08:14 AM // blackboyinkimchiland.blogspot.com

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Black Out Korea

  • - Taken on the Pusan SubwayFirst he was passed out, then he woke to throw up on himself.- www.no-kancho.netSat, 4 Feb 2012, 08:52 AM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • Blackout Transplant in NYC
    Blackout Transplant in NYC - From korea Village in Queens NY--- Korean 아저씨Guy sleeps at the supermarket parking lot at around 11am on a Sunday. Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 08:46 AM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • Kim Jong Il, how we regret not having a blackout of you.
    Kim Jong Il, how we regret not having a blackout of you. - I suppose this will have to do.Sun, 18 Dec 2011, 07:30 PM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • Got a trio for everyone, and a case of unconscious planking.
    Got a trio for everyone, and a case of unconscious planking. - here is a good one i found when i was walking in hongdae.i dont even know how the guy can sleep in this position.maybe he's dead.still hongdae and sinchon.the second i like it because before to black…Tue, 6 Dec 2011, 09:10 PM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • Rock Mattress
    Rock Mattress - It is always amazing to see Koreans drinking soju on mountain hikes, I don't know how they do it. On our way down from Naejangsan, we figured this guy had a liquid lunch and stopped for a quick nap! S…Mon, 5 Dec 2011, 10:23 AM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • On Korean Streetfights (Video!)
    On Korean Streetfights (Video!) - Anybody who spends time in Korea has seen at least one fight break out on the street, its participants drunk, and usually fighting over a female. These fights often end up being pretty lame, as far as…Thu, 1 Dec 2011, 11:21 AM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • - -Face down guy was in Itaewon, I want to say. Guy in blue (sorry for the bad quality) was in Hongdae. - Eric K.Wed, 30 Nov 2011, 09:45 AM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • Bro nap
    Bro nap - I took this little nugget in August on the streets of Hongdae around 4 am or so. They looked so peaceful. - JohnathanMon, 28 Nov 2011, 06:03 PM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • - Early June this year, at a beach on Geoje Island, taken from our pension at about 1:00am. Dude exhibiting a fine frog-style, open crotch passout. - JoelMon, 28 Nov 2011, 05:56 PM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com
  • Feel It All Around
    Feel It All Around - My sister came to visit me. Her first time in Korea. Within maybe an hour of her arriving in Seoul this is what we found. Credit: Tom TomTue, 22 Nov 2011, 09:58 AM // blackoutkorea.blogspot.com

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Blonde in Busan

  • File under: newb 양다리 problems
    File under: newb 양다리 problems - I’ve been in a relationship too long. I don’t know how to casually date anymore. Not that I ever really did.  A guy messaged me online and we started talking on Kakao on New Years Day. He’s taller tha…Wed, 4 Jan 2012, 08:56 PM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • I met a boy...
    I met a boy... - Well he’s technically an 오빠… but was so tres adorable that, with the help of FNWL, I shall call him Mankid. All the wonderful manliness of a man, plus the goofy, smiley sweetness of a 동생. Every time I…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 05:29 AM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • keepme: We are open and we have free cookies!!! If you are in...
    keepme: We are open and we have free cookies!!! If you are in... - keepme: We are open and we have free cookies!!! If you are in Busan, come down to 서면역 exit 1!!! #korea #busan #Aa #americanapparel (Taken with Instagram at American Apparel) And that is the sound of m…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 05:16 AM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • fromnoonawithlove: 하이~ Time to go fishing FNWL! ㅋㅋㅋ
    fromnoonawithlove: 하이~ Time to go fishing FNWL! ㅋㅋㅋ - fromnoonawithlove: 하이~ Time to go fishing FNWL! ㅋㅋㅋTue, 27 Dec 2011, 04:38 PM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • Also...
    Also... - To the tall pajama-clad hipster with full body tattoos who joined me in my elevator at 8am this morning to take out his trash: - THANK YOU - Who are you and what is your story? - I’m sorry that our sh…Sun, 25 Dec 2011, 04:46 PM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • "It's Christmas and it's free!"
    "It's Christmas and it's free!" - Logic behind Sunday night clubbing that, in the harsh reality only available during winter intensive schedules, seems significantly less logical. My Christmas miracle: Morning CareSun, 25 Dec 2011, 04:40 PM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • ♥ From Noona With Love: Regarding the 'lip care' post a while back.
    ♥ From Noona With Love: Regarding the 'lip care' post a while back. - ♥ From Noona With Love: Regarding the 'lip care' post a while back.: himchi: fromnoonawithlove: Thank you for all the recommendations. I ended up popping into a chemist on my way into work one morning…Wed, 14 Dec 2011, 02:10 AM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • Amen
    Amen - Amen: I feel yah Malia, I feel yah.Sat, 10 Dec 2011, 08:28 PM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • Pisces (February 20-March 20)
    Pisces (February 20-March 20) - You are being financially responsible and accountable lately — what a great change! Expect some old loves to show up throughout the holidays. Huh. Mysterious past luvah… 누구야~? Hopefully it isn’t the…Tue, 6 Dec 2011, 01:27 AM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com
  • "If you’re gonna have pizza with someone else, what do you have to do? You gotta talk about what you..."
    "If you’re gonna have pizza with someone else, what do you have to do? You gotta talk about what you..." - “If you’re gonna have pizza with someone else, what do you have to do? You gotta talk about what you want. Even if you’re going to have the same pizza you always have, you say, ‘We getting the usual?’…Mon, 5 Dec 2011, 07:09 AM // ablondeinbusan.tumblr.com

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Bobster's House

  • Cold snow, warm noodles, hot jazz. And beer.
    Cold snow, warm noodles, hot jazz. And beer. - (This is not a restaurant review, so move along if you are looking for that kind of thing. It’s just some words, that’s all, about last Tuesday. No theme, thesis or main idea. You can do that in a blo…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 02:26 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • Barack Obama, for the record
    Barack Obama, for the record - . . I’m among those who’ve been disillusioned. Yes, I was aware that it would be impossible for the man to live up to the hype that brought him into office. I guess I had wanted more, and more quickly…Tue, 24 Jan 2012, 06:44 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • More photos from Kyushu
    More photos from Kyushu - . I think I said before I might show you more pictures of our trip to Japan last month. This one above here is from the window of the departure lounge at Inchon International Airport. As always, click…Tue, 17 Jan 2012, 06:31 PM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • Islands, pt 2 : Silence, and the sky
    Islands, pt 2 : Silence, and the sky - . . We were on a high promontory, an overlook called Mangkkeut that gave us a view over the water, pretty close to the same time as of day we had arrived 24 hours before, and we could see what was ver…Fri, 13 Jan 2012, 04:15 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • Islands, pt 1 : Silence, and the night
    Islands, pt 1 : Silence, and the night - . We were staying in a small family-owned inn on one of the hundreds of islands scattered along the southern coast. The staff had left the premises after dinner had been served and the dishes collecte…Wed, 11 Jan 2012, 02:54 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • Keely Kernan takes photographs.
    Keely Kernan takes photographs. - Every day, or so it seems. As always when I talk about other photographers, I need to make it clear that the pictures on this page are mine, and she deserves no blame for them. Click on the links I’ve…Thu, 22 Dec 2011, 06:14 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • Japan in small doses, and somewhat at random
    Japan in small doses, and somewhat at random - . It’s three times the distance from there to Tokyo as it is from there to Seoul. The flight from Incheon Airport to Fukuoka takes one hour and five minutes. We spent four nights and five days, around…Fri, 16 Dec 2011, 06:53 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • Exits
    Exits - It’s a subject I keep coming back to, possibly because it’s a somewhat popular pastime over here … My opinions regarding suicide probably don’t correspond with those of a lot of people. However, there…Sat, 10 Dec 2011, 02:10 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • Blogging about blogging: further notes.
    Blogging about blogging: further notes. - In which the blogger expands and asserts an addendum to comments provided in the previous post. ㅁ If you haven’t posted on your blog for a while, don’t apologize about it. It’s boring for one thing, a…Sat, 3 Dec 2011, 01:27 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com
  • Why do we blog, anyway?
    Why do we blog, anyway? - Everyone who does this has their own reasons, some that are shared with other people doing the same thing and some reasons that are just their own. Here’s a list of reasons I’ve come up with, and ther…Sun, 27 Nov 2011, 01:06 AM // thebobster.wordpress.com

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Brian in Jeollanam-do

  • Old photos of Jeollanam-do and Gwangju.
    Old photos of Jeollanam-do and Gwangju. - Taken in front of the Jeollanam-do Provincial Office, 1941.Sajik Park observatory in the foreground, Gwangju and Mudeungsan in the background.Chosun University under construction, 1951.For a while I'v…Sun, 18 Dec 2011, 12:46 PM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • - Three generations of doing the damn thing, at Gwangju's Hotel Mudeung Park lift, 1984. A neat picture by darklunacy found while looking for other stuff.Fri, 9 Dec 2011, 09:14 PM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • Inefficiently-used native speaker English teachers inefficient.
    Inefficiently-used native speaker English teachers inefficient. - I would be remiss not to mention the big news among foreign English teachers in Korea: that Seoul public schools plan to phase them out. * Gusts of Popular Feeling has a lengthy post on these recent d…Fri, 9 Dec 2011, 03:16 PM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • Submit your Gibberlish to the Korea Tourism Organization, win prizes.
    Submit your Gibberlish to the Korea Tourism Organization, win prizes. - Somebody should submit this.From CNNGO.com, via Facebook friend Rob: Looks like Engrish.com -- the snarky website showcasing error-riddled English signs in Asia -- won't be getting as many submissions…Sun, 4 Dec 2011, 07:14 AM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • NEAT (국가영어능력평가시험) registration time through December 12th.
    NEAT (국가영어능력평가시험) registration time through December 12th. - From December 1st through 12th is the first registration period for the National English Language Test (국가영어능력평가시험), the English-language proficiency exam with the lofty goals of replacing the TOEFL,…Fri, 2 Dec 2011, 01:33 PM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • Gwangju subway's second line coming! In 2022.
    Gwangju subway's second line coming! In 2022. - Hard to read map, via Newsis.The Jeonnam Ilbo and Gwangju Ilbo have the latest news on the long-proposed second subway line in Gwangju (광주지하철2호선). Construction will begin after the 2015 Universiade, w…Mon, 28 Nov 2011, 01:40 PM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • Comparing the value of Korean and foreign English teachers.
    Comparing the value of Korean and foreign English teachers. - The Korea Times writes [t]he majority of Korean parents think foreign English teachers are needed in schools despite the government’s move to gradually reduce their number, but adds:About 53.7 percent…Mon, 28 Nov 2011, 10:39 AM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • “The Living Ocean and Coast” means build as much shit on it as you can.
    “The Living Ocean and Coast” means build as much shit on it as you can. - The Chosun Ilbo has some news about proposed development of some of Yeosu’s heretofore uninhabited islands. Plans are afoot to develop parts of a sprawling archipelago in the sea near Yeosu, South Jeo…Mon, 21 Nov 2011, 03:08 PM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • English teacher needs help, blood donors, in Miryang.
    English teacher needs help, blood donors, in Miryang. - Via Waygook.org:What would you do if you were struck by a serious illness while teaching in Korea? You are suddenly hospitalized and unable to work? You discover that your Korean National Insurance do…Fri, 18 Nov 2011, 06:17 PM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com
  • "Slow city" Jeung-do in transition.
    "Slow city" Jeung-do in transition. - Naver's looking out from above Eldorado Resort.Claire Lee in the Korea Herald looks at Shinan county's Jeung-do nearly four years after it was one of four areas in South Korea designated as Slow Citie…Sat, 12 Nov 2011, 04:51 PM // briandeutsch.blogspot.com

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Bridging Culture Worldwide

  • Korea-facing Training, Coaching, and Consulting
    Korea-facing Training, Coaching, and Consulting - Korea facing training programs, coaching, and consultancy that provides strategy, solutions, and results. Call 310-866-3777 to learn more.Questions? Just email dsoutherton@bridgingculture.com 24-7 Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 05:11 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Kia Motors Super Bowl Fun
    Kia Motors Super Bowl Fun - By Don Southerton, BCW Editor It's no secret. I'm a huge Kia Motors' supporter. I like the brand and its people. Their ads, created by David and Goliath, are always so cool and edgy, too. Questions? J…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 05:03 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • KoreaPros Meets Growing Demand for Korea-savvy Recruitment and Consulting Services
    KoreaPros Meets Growing Demand for Korea-savvy Recruitment and Consulting Services - Specialized in global recruitment, human resource development, and cross-cultural consulting, KoreaPros’ focus is Korea-facing companies and investors entering U.S. market.  For Immediate Release Denv…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 05:06 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles in Our Future
    Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles in Our Future - By Don Southerton, BCW Editor In 2008, I had the opportunity to visit the Hyundai Kia Namyang R&D Center with a group of VVIPs. We test drove a Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV), and even got to fuel…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 05:14 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Korean Culture Alert: Lunar New Year 2012
    Korean Culture Alert: Lunar New Year 2012 - By Don Southerton, BCW Editor This year Korea will celebrate their annual Lunar New Year holiday on Sunday January 22,  Monday January 23, and Tuesday January 24. Regarding the holiday, I have some re…Wed, 18 Jan 2012, 05:08 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • The Hyundai Way Cover Art Update Survey
    The Hyundai Way Cover Art Update Survey - By Don Southerton, BCW Editor Time to update the cover art for my upcoming book--The Hyundai Way. The current cover art ( see below) was a mock up-- with a plan that we'd update prior to publication.…Sat, 14 Jan 2012, 05:43 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • 2012 Korea-facing Training Programs, Coaching, and Consultancy
    2012 Korea-facing Training Programs, Coaching, and Consultancy - Korea-facing teams--BCW training programs, coaching, and consultancy provides strategy, solutions, and results. Call 310-866-3777 to learn more. We have 2 great case studies to share, too.  Just ask…Tue, 10 Jan 2012, 05:05 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Breaking News-- Hyundai Elantra Car of the Year
    Breaking News-- Hyundai Elantra Car of the Year - By Don Southerton, BCW Editor DETROIT —The Hyundai Elantra and the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque on Monday were named North American Car and Truck of the year by a panel of independent automotive jour…Mon, 9 Jan 2012, 08:00 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • 2012 Trends and Expectations—A Korea-facing Commentary
    2012 Trends and Expectations—A Korea-facing Commentary - By Don Southerton Each new year, I share thoughts for the upcoming months in an executive-level commentary. Looking back at 2011, South Korea’s export economy saw a robust year—familiar names like Sa…Sun, 1 Jan 2012, 05:58 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • A Korean New Year Greeting
    A Korean New Year Greeting - By Don Southerton, BCW Editor Like most Asian countries, South Korea has two different New Year days—one that follows the solar calendar and one that uses the lunar calendar. Traditionally the lunar…Thu, 29 Dec 2011, 05:05 PM // feeds.feedburner.com

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Bristol to Seoul

  • False friends – pension
    False friends – pension - It seems like cruel irony that having returned to the UK, where for reasons of a real plan to return to Uni for my MSc in September, I've found myself working in the very company I fled to go to Korea…Fri, 15 Apr 2011, 08:26 AM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • The Kids Club Kindergarten English Realities
    The Kids Club Kindergarten English Realities - So, in my last post I wrote about why I'd let the blog-writing slip off the back-burner and behind the cooker. This is why I've scooped up the writing and... want to add more... then put it on the int…Thu, 14 Apr 2011, 05:45 AM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • Oh, hello again
    Oh, hello again - It's been a good while since I actually updated my blog. I was actually in Korea last time I did it, which was at least 5 months ago now. Wow, that time has flown. So if you follow my twitter you migh…Wed, 13 Apr 2011, 12:02 PM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • Photos from Dobongsan
    Photos from Dobongsan - Two photos from a mountain climb on Dobongsan that I’m quite proud of. One is the view of the mountain range from the top. The other is of a helicopter that circled the peaks we were on while we were…Wed, 24 Nov 2010, 06:54 AM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • Hongdae Photo Day
    Hongdae Photo Day - Hongdae is a pretty cool part of Seoul. I think I might have mentioned it before (insert links to previous posts here). Now I get to go there every day for my Korean class. It is somewhat more interes…Wed, 17 Nov 2010, 04:26 PM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • Hiroshima to Kyoto (travel day 3) part two
    Hiroshima to Kyoto (travel day 3) part two - We arrived at the last service area he was going to go by on his way and he we spent a while scouting for cars with Kyoto or near licence plates. Since the first couple who picked me up I’d also notic…Tue, 16 Nov 2010, 07:04 AM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • Hiroshima to Kyoto (travel day 3) part one
    Hiroshima to Kyoto (travel day 3) part one - Armed with this sign, as produced by the two beaming Filipino workers at the Hiroshima hostel. (In Japan learning both Japanese and English – impressive), I headed out into the baking Hiroshima sunlig…Wed, 10 Nov 2010, 06:18 AM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • First day on the other side
    First day on the other side - Today marks the first day that I'm approaching the whole Hagwon thing from the other side. I finished teaching last Friday and have enrolled in a (paid) Korean-language course for my last month in Kor…Mon, 1 Nov 2010, 06:00 AM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • Un-bogging
    Un-bogging - Well, I appear to have got quite bogged down with how much detail I'm trying to put into these Japan posts. I might just backdate them all and post when I can. In the mean time I'm going to try to get…Mon, 1 Nov 2010, 05:00 AM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com
  • Miyajima to Hiroshima (travel day two)
    Miyajima to Hiroshima (travel day two) - The next day I awoke feeling well rested which was just as well, I had a long day ahead. On my giant map of all of Korea, I reasoned that Miyajima and Hiroshima were perishingly close to each other an…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 08:24 AM // bristoltoseoul.wordpress.com

Buhay sa Korea

  • Korean Scholarship: MDP and MPP
    Korean Scholarship: MDP and MPP - Here’s another scholarship in Korea that you guys might be interested with. It’s for MDP or Master of Development Policy and MPP or Master of Public Policy. The scholarship is given by the Korean Gove…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 05:06 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
    New!
  • Grace Lee and Jasmine Lee top Google search terms
    Grace Lee and Jasmine Lee top Google search terms - Grace Lee, the Korean whom the Philippine president Noynoy Aquino admitted to be dating, topped the Google web search term in South Korea from January 26th to February 1st. Netizens here were obviousl…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 12:31 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
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  • A view of Bukhansan
    A view of Bukhansan - I’ve only been to Bukhansan (Hangeul: 북한산 – the mountain north of Han River) only once. It was sometime in January of 2004 and I didn’t have a digital camera that time. The mountain was covered with s…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 09:32 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Pnoy and Grace Lee romance, for real?
    Pnoy and Grace Lee romance, for real? - February 14th or Valentine’s day is coming and one would wonder if the supposed romance of Philippine president Benigno Aquino III and Lee Kyung Hee or Grace Lee is for real? Or is Malacanang just usi…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 07:12 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Pnoy and Grace Lee “dating” according to Korean news
    Pnoy and Grace Lee “dating” according to Korean news - The news about the date of Philippine President Benigno Aquino III and Grace Lee first broke in Koren news on January 31st. In fairness, everything that has been reported is objective (unlike in one C…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 06:56 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Scene in Seoul: -17 degrees celsius
    Scene in Seoul: -17 degrees celsius - We had a snowfall last Tuesday and I wanted to take pictures of the snow-capped mountain from where I’m sitting right now, but I couldn’t because the windows wouldn’t budge open. They are frozen shut!…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 07:08 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Noynoy Aquino and Grace Lee, dating?
    Noynoy Aquino and Grace Lee, dating? - The news has reached Korea. In fact I read about it on Daum, a Korean news portal. Bloggers, twitters and journalists alike are talking about the supposed date of Philippine president Noynoy Aquino an…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 05:50 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Korean Food Product: Market O Real Brownie
    Korean Food Product: Market O Real Brownie - I love brownies and I used to bake them back home in the Philippines (with a recipe I clipped from Seventeen Magazine sometime in the late 1980s), where I could easily get ingredients. When I came her…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 09:24 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • L.A.’s Koreatown
    L.A.’s Koreatown - While on vacation in Los Angeles, we tag along my brother who had to visit the Philippine Consulate located at Nara Bank Building along Wilshire Blvd. Since we didn’t want to wait inside the Consulate…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 05:40 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Korean drama and movies on Netflix
    Korean drama and movies on Netflix - Why don’t we have Netflix in Korea? When I was vacationing at my sister’s house in Ohio, I watched DramaFever on my tablet. When my son doesn’t use the television downstairs, I searched for Korean dra…Fri, 27 Jan 2012, 06:24 PM // feeds.feedburner.com

Burndog's Burnblog

  • Fucking hell!
    Fucking hell! - Howdy Burnfans!I'm feeling a little retro on a Sunday morning....so how about you fuckheads indulge me a little hey?  Thanks.Anyways...how the fucking hell are you?  You alright?  That's nice.  Me too…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 06:36 PM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • I'm Burndog...
    I'm Burndog... - A Nightmare On Elm Street AND Kittehs???  Fuck Yeah!Now...if any of you cunts have a problem with that...feel free to email me at burndoggy@hotmail.com.As the pity party ensued elsewhere, I stayed qui…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 11:38 PM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • Worst attempted troll....
    Worst attempted troll.... - I had the lamest attempt to troll my blog today that I have EVER seen! Firstly...if you want to troll me...find my blog through a means other than typing 'Burndog's Burnblog' into Google.  I mean...ho…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 08:58 PM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • Cute!
    Cute! - Publish Post<p>&amp;lt;a href=http://www.formspring.me/burndog&amp;gt;http://www.formspring.me/burndog&amp;lt;/a&amp;gt;</p>Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 11:26 PM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • Interesting Aljazeera video about K-Pop
    Interesting Aljazeera video about K-Pop - I posted this over on the new blog, but the video didn't embed properly...so....posting it here as well. An interesting look at K-Pop and assorted issues that surround it....from the treatment of tale…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 03:50 AM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • - http://www.formspring.me/burndogSun, 29 Jan 2012, 12:04 AM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • ...
    ... - http://www.formspring.me/burndogWed, 25 Jan 2012, 12:33 AM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • This blog has moved.
    This blog has moved. - Hello Burnfan!The blog that you know and love has moved to the more user friendly Tumblr.  I'm sorry.  You can still visit me at the following address - http://burndogturns.tumblr.com/If you had me in…Mon, 5 Dec 2011, 02:23 AM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • Things that shit me....
    Things that shit me.... - Hello Burnfans,Today I'm going to write some 'things that shit me'.  Why?  Because a few things shit me...and they don't shit me enough to write a whole blog about them...but I do feel that I need to…Thu, 24 Nov 2011, 05:31 AM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com
  • This is what people want my blog to look like.
    This is what people want my blog to look like. - Hey Everyone!A super day here in Korea...but gosh it's cold!  Brrrrr!! ㅋㅋㅋ!  Oh...ㅋㅋㅋ is a Korean emoticon thing...it means kkk...and is the sound of someone laughing!  Gosh!  Aren't they just cute an…Tue, 22 Nov 2011, 03:12 AM // burndogsburnblog.blogspot.com

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Busan Mike

  • Koyaanisqatsi
    Koyaanisqatsi - 4,000 HoursA year ago someone told me that they’d read that it requires about 4,000 hours of studying to reach competency in the Korean language. I’d been struggling with finding the motivation to stu…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 12:08 AM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • Dog Gone
    Dog Gone - The decision to move out of my mother-in-law’s apartment set in motion a lot of unintended consequences. One of these was the surprising declaration by Korean Mother that because she intended to spend…Tue, 29 Nov 2011, 04:08 AM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • Busan e-FM Week 36: Love Hotels, Sex and Adultery (Banned)
    Busan e-FM Week 36: Love Hotels, Sex and Adultery (Banned) - About 'Open Mike in Busan'IntroductionIt took 36 weeks, but I finally had a script refused for broadcast. When I started doing my weekly segment with Busan e-FM, it was with the agreement that I could…Sat, 19 Nov 2011, 11:16 PM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • 33
    33 - I got a job working part-time as a software engineer for Busan International Foreign School (BIFS), developing and implementing a Student Information System (or 'SIS') using PHP and MySQL. The positio…Sat, 22 Oct 2011, 08:08 PM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • August Rush: The First Birthday Party
    August Rush: The First Birthday Party - The failure to go to England had another consequence. Our son would celebrate his first birthday in Korea. So we had four options in order of my descending preference: do nothing, have a meal with fri…Sat, 24 Sep 2011, 07:46 PM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • August Rush: Voice in the Wilderness
    August Rush: Voice in the Wilderness - I eventually had to stop applying for English teaching jobs – at least temporarily. After several days of problems mid-August I’d ended up with a sore throat so bad that it somehow managed to spread a…Sat, 24 Sep 2011, 08:22 AM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • August Rush: North American Passport Holders Only
    August Rush: North American Passport Holders Only - Chronologically, we signed to buy the apartment and then I lost quite a bit of money in the market, so I now had a major financial commitment and barely the funds to meet it. I remember my wife workin…Wed, 14 Sep 2011, 06:55 PM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • August Rush: The Web Job
    August Rush: The Web Job - Tho' much is taken, much abides; and tho'We are not now that strength which in old daysMoved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are;One equal temper of heroic hearts,Made weak by time and fate, b…Tue, 13 Sep 2011, 06:16 AM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • August Rush: England
    August Rush: England - I was scheduled to return to England with my wife and baby son on the 25th, but that never happened; we cancelled our tickets on the 20th. Our baby is not a good traveller. In fact he is not a good sl…Tue, 13 Sep 2011, 04:57 AM // busanmike.blogspot.com
  • August Rush: A New Home and a Financial Setback
    August Rush: A New Home and a Financial Setback - Since I last wrote I feel as though I’ve lived another lifetime and I’ll forever call it August 2011. It’s hard for me to explain recent events in my life in a short narrative so over the next few day…Wed, 7 Sep 2011, 03:51 AM // busanmike.blogspot.com

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Casey Lartigue Show

  • Casey Lartigue on "Today" on Beyond Bejing radio news talk show
    Casey Lartigue on "Today" on Beyond Bejing radio news talk show - Casey Lartigue, Jr., Director of International Relations at the Center for Free Enterprise, will be a panelist on Today on Beyond Beijing, China Radio International`s flagship news chat show on Februa…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 05:25 PM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • Steve Jobs on benefits of competition in education (Korea Herald)
    Steve Jobs on benefits of competition in education (Korea Herald) - I have the following article in today's Korea Herald: Steve Jobs on benefits of competition in educationThere seem to be as many political solutions to education problems in South Korea as there are…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 05:32 AM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • "Intellectual Shock" in Seoul
    "Intellectual Shock" in Seoul - ‘Intellectual shock’ in Seoul By Casey Lartigue, Jr. Dearest Casey, You did it. You left America again to return to Korea, where you lived and worked during part of the 1990s. Because this is your sec…Thu, 19 Jan 2012, 06:29 PM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • Quoted in today's Korea Herald
    Quoted in today's Korea Herald - I am quoted in today's Korea Herald about the prospect of South Korea adopting a welfare state....Kim’s colleague at the CFE, international relations director Casey Lartigue argues that helping the le…Mon, 16 Jan 2012, 09:48 PM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • Smarter than a two-year-old (13 years later)
    Smarter than a two-year-old (13 years later) - I have a reflection in today's Korea Times.11-21-2011 17:30 Smarter than a two-year old By Casey J. Lartigue Jr. I was reading and listening to music in a coffee shop when a Korean toddler approached…Mon, 21 Nov 2011, 03:19 PM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • The Strange Nature of Welfare Populism in Italy
    The Strange Nature of Welfare Populism in Italy - * I will be the MC for a policy forum on Italy tomorrow.Mon, 17 Oct 2011, 02:07 AM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • "New employee" Casey Lartigue
    "New employee" Casey Lartigue - I just got a double hit in the Korea Herald ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONThe roundtable discussion I organized featuring Andrei Lankov got quite a bit of media coverage by the Korean press. Here's the text of…Fri, 30 Sep 2011, 06:52 AM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • "We Can Do It" music video
    "We Can Do It" music video - I am the referee in a new music video produced by The Center for Free Enterprise. Here is the link at the CFE site. I will be posting the translation and other information related to the video there,…Fri, 30 Sep 2011, 06:40 AM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • "Yoegi Anjuseyo!"
    "Yoegi Anjuseyo!" - * I have a short reflection in today's Korea Times about an encounter with an unfriendly looking Korean man on the subway. It was a reminder not to be too quick in judging people in Korea.* I will be…Wed, 14 Sep 2011, 01:09 AM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com
  • Yogi Anjuseyo
    Yogi Anjuseyo - People often ask me, now that I am back in Korea, how things are different. My main responses: 1) I'm different. 2) Koreans seem more open-minded 3) The expats seem more educated, but have many of the…Sat, 10 Sep 2011, 10:28 AM // caseylartigue.blogspot.com

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Catholic American Eyes in Korea

  • To Live is to Pray
    To Live is to Pray - Prayer is considered by some as useless and yet by others as the most important activity of the day. Writing in Bible in Life a priest recalls his impressions of a discussion he had with a priest frie…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
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  • Facing Problems Head On
    Facing Problems Head On - We often  hear as parting words: 'don't over do it.'  Writing for the Seoul Diocesan bulletin a novelist introduces his article with these words that his doctor uses with him. He is being treated for…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Growth in Spirituality
    Growth in Spirituality - Growth in Spirituality is an important subject, and the two Catholic papers give us many articles in this area for us to ponder. One of the topics in the Catholic Times' page on spirituality discusses…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 12:20 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Getting to a Point Where She Could Forgive
    Getting to a Point Where She Could Forgive - A woman well-known in Korean society writes in Bible and Life of an experience she had recently on meeting the person who had been her supervisor in the tax office where she worked after high school.…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Antidote to Bullying
    Antidote to Bullying - Bullying is a topic that continues to get a great deal of attention in the press. Middle and high schools have been the focus. The public became concerned because of the violence, harassment, and suic…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Understanding Iconography
    Understanding Iconography - Icons are relics of the past, you say? They are rather unchanging treasures in the spiritual warehouses of the 2nd millennium.  These are the words of a Korean priest the Chosun Daily profiles in a re…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Not a Tit for Tat Approach to LIfe
    Not a Tit for Tat Approach to LIfe - The older he gets, says the opinion page columnist in the Catholic Times, the more he feels the distinction between himself and others is disappearing. The sense  'of his being the other' is felt deep…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Something to Shout About
    Something to Shout About - There are many things heard that are far from uplifting, and when there is something to shout about, it seldom gets to be known but stays subdued within a person's heart. However, the Peace Weekly rec…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Diminution of the Art of Communication
    Diminution of the Art of Communication - A sister columnist in the Catholic Times recalls one of the older members present at her lecture and what he said about a subway ride he had taken recently. He noticed that across the aisle from him w…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Mature Spirituality
    Mature Spirituality - Writing in Living with the Bible, a professor of spirituality at the Catholic University asks what is of a higher order, spirituality, devotional life, or the religious life? His answer: they are all…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 12:05 AM // catholicamericaneyesinkorea.blogspot.com

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Chris In South Korea

  • Random pictures, part 56
    Random pictures, part 56 - CISK note: As always, ‘Random Pictures’ posts show off some interesting / quirky pictures that didn’t fit in any other post. The majority of these were taken around Seoul or nearby Korea’s capital cit…Fri, 20 Jan 2012, 03:00 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Review: “Seoul Metro Project”
    Review: “Seoul Metro Project” - Edited by Flash Parker in collaboration with the Seoul Photo Club, the moniker ’Seoul Metro Project’ is slightly vague, yet perfectly appropriate. 100 years from now (assuming future computers can rea…Thu, 19 Jan 2012, 03:00 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Question from a reader: Seoul vs. Busan vs. Daegu
    Question from a reader: Seoul vs. Busan vs. Daegu - A reader writes in: Hi! Just found out your blog and really liking it. I thought I would ask you some questions regarding your thoughts of Busan, Daegu and Seoul. I’ll probably go on a trip to Korea t…Tue, 17 Jan 2012, 03:00 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Destination: Hyangiram (Yeosu, Jeollanam-do)
    Destination: Hyangiram (Yeosu, Jeollanam-do) - Where life moves at the speed of turtles made of stone. Let’s start off by calling this place remote – from the nearest train station, it’s a 50-60 minute bus ride. Planning to visit somewhere after w…Sun, 15 Jan 2012, 03:00 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Question from a reader: the application photo
    Question from a reader: the application photo - A reader writes in: Hey,I’m presently looking for my first EFL job in Korea and have a question a about a CV. Everything in my CV is solid, I’m well qualified and have some relevant experience relatin…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 03:00 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Destination: Odongdo (Yeosu, Jeollanam-do)
    Destination: Odongdo (Yeosu, Jeollanam-do) - It’s a hike – but it’s worth it. The Yeosu area may well be a very different place later this year, as the Yeosu EXPO finishes construction and gets underway in May 2012. As it stands when I write thi…Tue, 10 Jan 2012, 03:00 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Three New Restaurants in Itaewon worth checking out
    Three New Restaurants in Itaewon worth checking out - Author’s note: rest assured, this is NOT turning into a food blog. Having recently moved into the nearby Haebangchon area, it’s much easier to explore the international flavors that exist in the Itaew…Mon, 9 Jan 2012, 04:45 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Random pictures, part 55
    Random pictures, part 55 - Beyond the obvious misspelling, what else are you doing in the restroom? (Yes, I can guess it’s designed for the handicapped, the elderly, and for families, but ‘purpose’ implies a reason to visit.) F…Thu, 5 Jan 2012, 03:00 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Coming to Korea: what to pack and what to buy (2012 edition)
    Coming to Korea: what to pack and what to buy (2012 edition) - The date in the title is intentional – these things age quickly. Do a search for ‘Korean packing list’ and you’ll find thousands of results. There’s plenty of good intentions, of course, but reading a…Tue, 3 Jan 2012, 03:00 PM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com
  • Poll results for December 2011
    Poll results for December 2011 - Poll results for December 2011: Complete the sentence: I live in…? (Readers in Korea – select the most appropriate one) a work-provided apartment by myself (48%, 55 Votes) a place I rent myself (and I…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 04:23 AM // chrisinsouthkorea.blogspot.com

Coastal Asia Unrevealed

  • Happy Sollal Everyone !!!!!
    Happy Sollal Everyone !!!!! - Guys I wish you a very very Happy new Lunar Year :)All the best :) See you soon with new posts :)Sun, 22 Jan 2012, 04:53 PM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • The Hermit Kingdom
    The Hermit Kingdom - Kim Jong-un, the heir-apparent and son of Kim Jong-il, issued his first military order just before the announcement of his father's death this week, which some sources claim is the proof of young Kim'…Wed, 21 Dec 2011, 05:50 PM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • Kim Jong-Il Dies- what comes next
    Kim Jong-Il Dies- what comes next - Kim Jong-Il died of a heart attack on December 17th  while travelling on the train. For two days, North Korea rulers kept this information secret from the state news agency, the Ministry of Foreign Af…Mon, 19 Dec 2011, 07:00 AM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • Daughter rises, voters grow
    Daughter rises, voters grow - So will Park Geun-hye win the presidential elections in 2012? I would say yes. But it may be the last victory in her life. In next elections candidates may be still the same but the voters by then - w…Sun, 18 Dec 2011, 03:54 AM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • Park Geun-hye used again?
    Park Geun-hye used again? - Park's role will likely begin and end as a kind of shield against cold drafts for the nominee review committee, the adviser from the Park wing predicted 2 days ago. Recently I had written that in futu…Sun, 18 Dec 2011, 03:30 AM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • Talmud in Korea
    Talmud in Korea - Korea is by far the only country in the world outside of Israel, where Talmud is among mandatory textbooks for kids in school. One person who laid a vital foundation to friendly connections between Ko…Wed, 14 Dec 2011, 03:48 PM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • Korean lady won International Violin Competition
    Korean lady won International Violin Competition - Soyoung Yoon received 30 thousand € as a main prize in 14th International Henryk Wieniawski Violin Competition. Soyoung Yoon, winner. Photo from www.wieniawski.comSecond Prize got also an Asian- Miki…Sat, 22 Oct 2011, 07:50 AM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • Korean Economy: end of the Golden Era?
    Korean Economy: end of the Golden Era? - Everyone wants to have a home. A place to stay where we secure a little bit of peace of mind and shelter from hostility of this world.Such dreams are shared by at least two Korean generations who stru…Sun, 2 Oct 2011, 11:52 AM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • Happy Chusok
    Happy Chusok - Dear Korean friends, and readers from all over there in the internet.I wish you a very Happy Chusok. Mon, 12 Sep 2011, 02:36 AM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com
  • Korean cooking: Songpyeon
    Korean cooking: Songpyeon - Chusok is coming. I have written at least 2 times about how Korean people spend their Chusok. But here I will give a glympse on what they cook.The video above shows a detailed receipe on how to prepar…Mon, 5 Sep 2011, 04:41 PM // coastalasiaunrevealed.blogspot.com

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Chosun Bimbo

  • SOPA-What?
    SOPA-What? - Over the last couple of weeks the Internets have been on fire, outraged against the prospect of two pieces of legislation being passed in the United States Congress: SOPA and PIPA. The Stop Online Pir…Wed, 18 Jan 2012, 11:18 AM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • New Year's Resolutions
    New Year's Resolutions - OK so the first 2 weeks of the year have already gone - so you might think I am a bit late. On the other hand I like to test the water a little before jumping in, dangle a toe or a foot into the pool…Tue, 10 Jan 2012, 10:32 AM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • Audio-goodness
    Audio-goodness - The SeoulPodcast - in a fit of pique and promise to start as it means to continue, is out this week with another show. Joe and I disect the death of Lil' Kim, Twin Tower reactions and floors 4 and 14,…Mon, 9 Jan 2012, 11:46 PM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • Go, Go Gadget Shopper
    Go, Go Gadget Shopper - Words by Stafford Lumsden, shots by Judith Clancy and Matthew Crompton * Korea (and Seoul in particular) is a Mecca for shoppers looking for deals on electronics. From home appliances to cameras and c…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 10:27 AM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • Kindle-icious
    Kindle-icious - Words by Stafford Lumsden From left: Kindle, Kindle Touch, Kindle Fire With the cooling weather and Christmas vacation on the horizon, you have a good excuse to curl up somewhere warm with a good book…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 10:19 AM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • What is Sundew?
    What is Sundew? - According to developer SK Planet, Sundew is a dynamic social Q&A service that is based on your trusted friend network, and it's a recent addition to my iPhone. Sundew allows users to post questions ei…Thu, 29 Dec 2011, 03:20 AM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • I Had a Case of "Il'in"
    I Had a Case of "Il'in" - For those who obviously can't use Google - here is a good place to start for all the stuff I have written on Kim Jong IlMon, 26 Dec 2011, 03:07 AM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • What's Next For Pyongyang?
    What's Next For Pyongyang? - While the passing of The Dear Leader Comrade General Kim Jong Il has commanded headlines the last week, news and analysis is now turning to wat is going to happen next - especially with The Great Succ…Sun, 25 Dec 2011, 11:55 PM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • Some Untimely KJI / KJU Related Humour
    Some Untimely KJI / KJU Related Humour - One doesn't like to speak ill of the dead, but in this case I'll let it fly: And Stephen Colbert has some advice for Kim Jong Un: Wed, 21 Dec 2011, 06:29 AM // stafford.squarespace.com
  • An Orderly Transition of Power
    An Orderly Transition of Power - Kim Jong Il Looking at Things....Kim Jong Un Looking at things.Wed, 21 Dec 2011, 06:14 AM // stafford.squarespace.com

Cow Girl in Korea

  • New Year, New Job, New Resolutions
    New Year, New Job, New Resolutions - I made quite a good list of resolutions this year, and unlike most years, I actually set a time limit on them.  It's so easy to say 'I'm going to lose weight this year', or 'I want to travel more', bu…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 08:00 PM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Why is it...
    Why is it... - That the worse your trip is, the more fondly you look back on it?Fri, 6 Jan 2012, 10:40 PM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Midnight in the Sahara
    Midnight in the Sahara - I went camping in the Moroccan Sahara back in early October.  We slept out under the stars instead of in the tents, which seemed like a good idea at the time and still seems like a good idea now, surp…Wed, 4 Jan 2012, 10:40 AM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Breakfast at the Burj
    Breakfast at the Burj - Rising majestically from the waters of the Persian Gulf, the Burj al Arab looks like a massive sail boat anchored just offshore of the coast of Dubai, UAE.  It's the world's only 7-star hotel and thei…Wed, 14 Dec 2011, 10:19 PM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • National Novel Writing Month 2011
    National Novel Writing Month 2011 - This is why I haven't blogged in forever.  A week after returning from my 2nd RTW trip, I started writing.  It was so incredibly time consuming and exhausting but I finished!  I'll try to put some new…Thu, 1 Dec 2011, 04:15 PM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • The Best Days of Our Lives
    The Best Days of Our Lives - I often think about some of the days I consider to be the best days of my life.  Thankfully, there are quite a few that come to mind, but one has stuck out more than any other that I can think of in r…Tue, 8 Nov 2011, 10:20 PM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • The End of Another Era
    The End of Another Era - I'm going home tomorrow.  This is the second year in a row I've been in this position: ending a life abroad, ending 6 weeks of travel, going back to the familiar and comfortable.  I am so excited I'm…Thu, 20 Oct 2011, 08:41 AM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Running in Morocco
    Running in Morocco - In my last post, I waxed poetically about running through the streets of Dubai and feeling alive and free.  Just days later, we were running through the streets of Marrakech, Morocco, feeling alive an…Thu, 20 Oct 2011, 03:07 AM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Running in Dubai
    Running in Dubai - Life is...sprinting across a busy highway in Dubai, your clothes so soaked in sweat they have become a second skin, to try to reach the marina in time to take a picture of the sun setting over the wat…Fri, 7 Oct 2011, 01:49 PM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com
  • Packing...on the pounds
    Packing...on the pounds - I'm a major stress eater.  Major.  And the last couple weeks have been extremely stressful.  I got very ill, got laid off from my job, had to scramble to find a new job with 4 weeks to go before my RT…Mon, 29 Aug 2011, 04:36 AM // acowgirlinkorea.blogspot.com

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Cruzers in Korea

  • Is Naval Aviation Culture Dead?
    Is Naval Aviation Culture Dead? - Here's a good read written by a a former Secretary of the Navy.  A history lesson too - from the pivotal Battle of Midway to Korea and Vietnam, followed by a hyper-jump to Tailhook '91 and joint duty…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 07:11 AM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • Kids in the Yard
    Kids in the Yard - Here's a quick video of CJ and Jake with their cousins Jena and Ariel hanging out in the backyard during the Christmas break.  Flannigan is with them too.  No kids or animals were harmed in the making…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 08:31 PM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • We Miss You Paw Paw
    We Miss You Paw Paw - Carol's step-dad, James Mathews, better known as Paw Paw to the kids and Mathew to the grownups, passed away last month at the ripe young age of 91.  Carol's Mom called him Mathew because she didn't w…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 08:55 PM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • Wordless Wednesday - Vain & Vicious
    Wordless Wednesday - Vain & Vicious - Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 07:37 PM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • 2011 Year in Review - Part II
    2011 Year in Review - Part II - Whoops.  Forgot to post this one before I went on travel.  So here's the other half of 2011:Jena got to hang out with the Honky Tonk Cruzers in Tennessee after a fun vacation week in Miami.  Of course…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 08:00 AM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • Wordless Wednesday - Miewon Orphanage
    Wordless Wednesday - Miewon Orphanage - Wed, 18 Jan 2012, 07:00 PM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • 2011 Year in Review - Part I
    2011 Year in Review - Part I - Ringing in 2011 with our awesome Coltwood neighbors.  That's Amy, Lori, Carol and Stephanie.  I felt like I was back in Korea when they broke out the karaoke machine.My brother Lee's graduation and co…Mon, 16 Jan 2012, 02:56 PM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • Sausage Biscuit
    Sausage Biscuit - My brother Bernabe (Beanie) who lives in New York wrote this note recently.  I thought it was pretty cool.------------------------------I'm not a pious person. I'm not a religious person. I don't pray…Sat, 14 Jan 2012, 08:32 AM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • Flashback Friday
    Flashback Friday - Here are the Cruzers back when they still taught cursive writing in school.  I would've shared my big fat #2 pencil with the nice girl in the red shirt if she needed one.  Fri, 13 Jan 2012, 04:25 PM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com
  • Wordless Wednesday - Gargoyle
    Wordless Wednesday - Gargoyle - Wed, 11 Jan 2012, 06:47 PM // ubacruzer.blogspot.com

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DagSeoul

  • dagNotes: on privilege and white power in Korea
    dagNotes: on privilege and white power in Korea - [from my tumblr blog, posted earlier today]In my last post, I talked about the problem with white people coming to Korea and suddenly becoming conscious of race. Except, they don’t see white power and…Thu, 22 Dec 2011, 09:55 PM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • Disappearer
    Disappearer - well, i have been writing and reading and working towards my short return to the states next yearwhen i'll attempt to defend my dissertation and wrap up my business at university of denver before retu…Wed, 7 Dec 2011, 08:52 PM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • DagSound: Burn Out Session, No5
    DagSound: Burn Out Session, No5 - DagSound: Burn Out Session, No5 Download it or stream it after the jump.Playlist:DJ Pantshead “The Good, the Bad, the Freak”Evolution Control Committee “No Time for Yes”Beastie Boys “Cooky Puss”UTFO “…Mon, 7 Nov 2011, 04:09 AM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • Social inequality worsening in South Korea
    Social inequality worsening in South Korea - Social inequality worsening in South KoreaBen McGrath's great article reminds us about Korea's a particularly cruel austerity measure for Korean workers called job sharing that, as it turns out, has d…Mon, 24 Oct 2011, 09:31 PM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • dagSound: Burn Out Sessions, No4
    dagSound: Burn Out Sessions, No4 - I've just uploaded Burn Out No4: Bombed Out Lovers to dropbox. You can find it on my tumblr or on dagSound. Download it or stream it (if you have the most recent browsers.)Enjoy And Play It Loud.Fri, 21 Oct 2011, 07:25 AM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • Something Rachel Maddow Doesn't Know
    Something Rachel Maddow Doesn't Know - While talking about Korean President Lee Myung Bak, fucking Rachel Maddow said the Korean language is “written in the most part using Chinese characters during the last segment of her show while makin…Thu, 13 Oct 2011, 10:53 PM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • Pessimistic Whiteness: It's your privilege catching up to you
    Pessimistic Whiteness: It's your privilege catching up to you - Life is getting hard for white people in the United States, and they’re not happy about it. The government is to blame, right? Not so fast.What happens when white people become class conscious? In oth…Thu, 13 Oct 2011, 09:41 PM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • Ignore my crappy Hangukmal, but not my privilege.
    Ignore my crappy Hangukmal, but not my privilege. - I'm working hard at being a better Korean speaker and reader. I'm trying to learn. I'm in my fourth year here and I've lived in the same neighborhood for three years. I feel at home here.I'm trying to…Wed, 5 Oct 2011, 12:22 AM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • Annoying things white people do when they get to Korea
    Annoying things white people do when they get to Korea - Arrive in Korea and insist they're an oppressed minority and discover prejudice, bigotry, exaggeration, hatred, and inequality everywhere around them. Fucking Korea!Then, they start blogging about how…Sun, 18 Sep 2011, 10:57 PM // dagseoul.blogspot.com
  • dagSounds: Burn Out No3 "Live Fast Love Hard Die Young"
    dagSounds: Burn Out No3 "Live Fast Love Hard Die Young" - Just posted the latest Burn Out over on my Tumblr blog and dagSound. Check it out. Can download it from my Dropbox or stream it in your browser.Burn Out No3 Playlist:Eat “Communist Radio”Classic Ruins…Thu, 15 Sep 2011, 05:11 AM // dagseoul.blogspot.com

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Dating in Korea

  • Things KFF says.
    Things KFF says. - I find it appropriate to mention that he dropped a few choice phrases during the night. After we’d started drinking he told me that sometimes he needed me, as a friend, and if I was okay, was it okay…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 02:58 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • And, thus, the night ended with a bang. From KFF.
    And, thus, the night ended with a bang. From KFF. - I was livid after what had just happened. I was so furious I called KFF before I was even out of sight of his car pulling away. I waited on the corner for KFF to set up a time to meet. At this point,…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 05:24 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • Date 1: Tin Pan 1 (Part 2)
    Date 1: Tin Pan 1 (Part 2) - So, what happened next?  Ya’ll have no patience, I swear. And for those of you that think you have an idea, you definitely don’t. I don’t think anyone could have seen this coming. So, where was I?  KF…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 05:09 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • Date 1: Tin Pan 1. (Part 1)
    Date 1: Tin Pan 1. (Part 1) - So, I met him. After a lot of, “Where are you?”s and, “I’m at exit 1,”s and then, “No, you’re not. I’M at exit one.” And finally, “I’m at such-and-such,” and then, endlessly, “No, I’M at such-and-suc…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 07:11 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • "This is the perfect place to kiss you."
    "This is the perfect place to kiss you." - I’m back. Took a short vacation. Can you guess who said the above message to me?  My heart might have fluttered a bit. While I’ve been away, it seems I’ve been making up for all the time I lost in 201…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 03:46 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • Off-topic: Drama update.
    Off-topic: Drama update. - Since Lee Sun Gyun has been woefully absent in the drama world since Pasta, I have had to base my drama decisions on other things. Like, amazing story lines and, ahem, other actors that I enjoy watchi…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 09:43 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • Tin Pan called.
    Tin Pan called. - I missed it. He called again about 20 minutes later. The entire call lasted 9minutes. He asked me what I was doing. I told him I was heading home. He told me that he was running with his dog. He asked…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 05:47 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • Tin Pan's style.
    Tin Pan's style. - [After an hour of not talking.] Him: I am see you Friday? Him: Date. You okay?? Me: Haha. Do you have a girlfriend? Him: You. Me. Date? Me: I mean. Do you have a girlfriend? [silence. I realize he doe…Wed, 11 Jan 2012, 08:14 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • Tin Pan and I have a date.
    Tin Pan and I have a date. - Trying not to get my hopes up. Because I’ve had a few bad run-ins with dates being set but then cancelled at the last minute. But, I can’t help it. Even if I don’t remember what he looks like, I’m loo…Wed, 11 Jan 2012, 08:09 AM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com
  • The Aussie update.
    The Aussie update. - Falling into serious like with someone is always a nice feeling. It makes you all happy and giddy when you see them and get to know them. I am falling into like with the Aussie. At this point, I could…Fri, 6 Jan 2012, 10:59 PM // datinginkorea.tumblr.com

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Deadly Quests

  • C-Ya Korea
    C-Ya Korea - As I begin this entry it is 9 pm in Korea.  I am in the departure gate of Incheon International Airport waiting for my 8 am flight.  I could have slept at my apartment tonight and spent 100,000 Won on…Tue, 20 Apr 2010, 10:12 AM // deadlyquests.com
  • The Lists
    The Lists -      Decided to stop at E-Mart on the walk home yesterday. So instead of a two mile stretch down a busy road my path took me out through the tranquil rice patties and cow farms.  It's really gorgeous…Tue, 13 Apr 2010, 06:38 AM // deadlyquests.com
  • Woof Woof
    Woof Woof - Well I went out to eat Gaegogi (dog soup) with Mr. Kim last night.  I've only had it twice before and I really wanted to give it another go before I left the country.  Oh my God Eric that is disgustin…Fri, 9 Apr 2010, 09:46 PM // deadlyquests.com
  • Ostriches of Korea
    Ostriches of Korea - Colonic irrigation salesmen peddling wares on the subway , a llama, Heejay's, a suite at the Hamilton, Carlos Vargas, sausage gravy, Russian call girls, Texas Hold-em', Soju Titanic, gullible foreign…Mon, 29 Mar 2010, 08:51 AM // deadlyquests.com
  • A Phone Call With Dave Mustaine
    A Phone Call With Dave Mustaine - I was seriously impressed by a young girl in one of my classes today and its definitely worth mentioning.  We finished the lesson with five minutes left in class so I decided to teach the kids about p…Fri, 26 Mar 2010, 01:36 AM // deadlyquests.com
  • Happy Saint Patricks Day!
    Happy Saint Patricks Day! - Yeah it was last week, but most expats in Korea didn't really celebrate the holiday until yesterday.  Every year I attempt to surpass the events of SPD 2007.  It was a three day marathon of irresponsi…Sun, 21 Mar 2010, 06:53 AM // deadlyquests.com
  • Ankle Deep In Dead Dogs
    Ankle Deep In Dead Dogs -           About five weeks left in Korea and it's going fast.  This is the second week that school is in session and I still don't have any classes scheduled.  The entire English staff is new here and…Mon, 8 Mar 2010, 11:14 PM // deadlyquests.com
  • Back to Work...In Theory.
    Back to Work...In Theory. -      The cold spell finally broke here in Korea and while people I know in North America are suffering through perpetual snow storms, I've been running around Topdong in gym shorts.  With the weather…Wed, 3 Mar 2010, 05:19 AM // deadlyquests.com
  • Mid-February
    Mid-February - There is still absolutely nothing for me to do at work. Factor in a complete absence of English conversation, the Neil Young discography, and an entire pot of coffee and you have a recipe for introspe…Thu, 18 Feb 2010, 05:56 AM // deadlyquests.com
  • Early February
    Early February - I suffered some rather nasty abrasions to my left foot while I was in Thailand.  After the incident, due to innumerable distractions and a temporary lapse in judgment, I decided against seeking medica…Wed, 10 Feb 2010, 11:57 PM // deadlyquests.com

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Doing it Korean Style

  • Last post. For real this time. I swear!
    Last post. For real this time. I swear! - I’ll be leaving Korea forever in a few weeks, which has led me to reflect on many things that have happened to me these past years.  Meeting great friends, creating amazing experiences, and—of course—…Mon, 17 Jan 2011, 06:45 AM // hookingupinhanguk.tumblr.com

Dokdo is Ours

  • English Teachers are OK!
    English Teachers are OK! - I've been away from Korea for a while.But I made this, to help English teachers to promote warm feelings between English teachers and Koreans!You're welcome.Remember kids: Huggy Cutes, the huggy cute…Thu, 17 Nov 2011, 07:00 PM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • Closing up shop... secret identity revealed.
    Closing up shop... secret identity revealed. - Well, it's been a good run, but as you've noticed, posting has been light at Dokdo Is Ours.I've been busy with other things, and it's time to fade away.Thanks everybody for reading (even the pervs who…Fri, 1 Apr 2011, 01:47 AM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • Justin Vievo Is Hate a Korea and Die!
    Justin Vievo Is Hate a Korea and Die! - Why Justin Vievo is hate the Korea in today?It's quote from rolling the stone we're shocking at Justin Vievo who don't like the Korea so we're the angry!I'm hope Justin Vievo voice am crack when puber…Wed, 16 Feb 2011, 10:43 PM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • Jeonju Woman With Drivers License Made President of Korea's Olympic Bid Committee
    Jeonju Woman With Drivers License Made President of Korea's Olympic Bid Committee - Cha Sa-Soon, now 70, a resident of Jeonju, who gained world fame by finally passing the written exam for her driver's license, is again in world news, after being named the new president of Korea's Py…Tue, 15 Feb 2011, 05:54 AM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • Subway-Gropers Also Applaud Korean Legal System Protecting Sex-Attackers' Rights To Grope Rape and Violate Undisturbed
    Subway-Gropers Also Applaud Korean Legal System Protecting Sex-Attackers' Rights To Grope Rape and Violate Undisturbed - In response to a recent press release, The Korean Subway Gropers' Alliance spoke out this week, chiming in with the larger Korean Association of Sex Attackers, expressing their support of a recent cou…Mon, 10 Jan 2011, 04:17 AM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • The Truth About Robot Teachers in Korea
    The Truth About Robot Teachers in Korea - hat tip to the Waygook EffectWed, 5 Jan 2011, 03:24 PM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • The Twelve Hates of Christmas by Dokdo Is Ours
    The Twelve Hates of Christmas by Dokdo Is Ours - Sing together with Dokdo Is Ours!On the first day of Christmas I hated viciously...those assholes across the east sea.On the second day of Christmas, I hated viciously...two downer cows, and those ass…Sat, 18 Dec 2010, 04:56 AM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • Our International Festival is Welcome Korean Speaker from All Country!
    Our International Festival is Welcome Korean Speaker from All Country! - This short note only, ok?  OKbuddy!Our international pood pestival in the Busan is come.  Do you know the Busan?  It's a Korea.  City in south.  Also hub of south cities in Korea and mecca of Haeundae…Wed, 27 Oct 2010, 09:00 PM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • I am Want Explain the Visa is Prostitute but English teacher HIV still.
    I am Want Explain the Visa is Prostitute but English teacher HIV still. - Hellow.It is a time explain some thing that foreigner misunderstanding about the Korea.You see, these day, E2 visa teacher is HIV test now, but E6 and E9 migrant worker visa is not.  But after I'm log…Wed, 27 Oct 2010, 01:23 AM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com
  • Announcement: Korea To Avoid Responsibility for Korea/South Asian Mix Children until One Wins Superbowl
    Announcement: Korea To Avoid Responsibility for Korea/South Asian Mix Children until One Wins Superbowl - http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/nation/2010/10/117_74914.htmlAs the number of half-Korean children, born to Korean and South-Asian parents, increases, a recent report shows that many do not recei…Wed, 20 Oct 2010, 06:41 AM // dokdoisours.blogspot.com

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Dollop of Solipsism

  • final words
    final words - this morning, i woke up and thought to myself, “i don’t think i want to blog anymore.” so, i’ve made the decision to stop blogging. this is my last entry on this here blog. in a couple of months, i’ll…Sat, 6 Nov 2010, 06:07 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • lost…and found
    lost…and found - the three of us—penny, oliver, and myself—took a walk in waryong park monday evening. the sun had already set (no daylight savings time in korea), and the few who were in the park were just using it a…Tue, 2 Nov 2010, 05:40 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • sweet november
    sweet november - it has been a good weekend. i feel well-rested and re-energized. i’m looking forward to november, my favorite month of the year (for no other reason than the fact that my birthday’s in november). ther…Sun, 31 Oct 2010, 05:07 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • friday feelings
    friday feelings - ♦ the gifted classes are finally over! i truly adore this batch of super geniuses (they’re all my facebook friends!), but these three classes were draining. on tuesday we had a pizza party with the M…Fri, 29 Oct 2010, 07:38 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • dog sweaters
    dog sweaters - it rained all last night and most of today (sunday). when mother nature decided to stop PMSing all over daegu, i rushed the puppies out. my dogs hate the wet pavement so it was a struggle walking them…Sun, 24 Oct 2010, 03:34 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • what are you doing the rest of your life?
    what are you doing the rest of your life? - north and south and east and west of your life? great song. recently, i have been thinking a lot about what i want to do (and i repeat) for the rest of my life. when i was in the states this past summ…Sat, 23 Oct 2010, 05:12 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • friday feelings
    friday feelings - ♦ it was a tiring week. last sunday, ms. park and her friend ms. jung (who i know from when i worked at dukwon middle school) took prairie, joe (prairie’s husband), shaun, and i to haeinsa (haein temp…Fri, 22 Oct 2010, 05:06 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • friday feelings
    friday feelings - ♦ it was a crazy work week. “circus day,” as i like to call it, is next monday. apparently, every high school is sending an english teacher to observe our open classes (mine included). middle school e…Fri, 15 Oct 2010, 07:59 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • Protected: if korea makes you unhappy
    Protected: if korea makes you unhappy - There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.Sat, 9 Oct 2010, 04:23 AM // psycho5728.wordpress.com
  • friday feelings
    friday feelings - ♦ since the students took their mid-terms this past tuesday through friday, we (the native english teachers) ended up getting dismissed at around one. snaps for half work days. really. i came home, wa…Thu, 7 Oct 2010, 07:59 PM // psycho5728.wordpress.com

Eat Your Kimchi

  • K Crunch Indie: Views, Faces, Kidds, and Skies
    K Crunch Indie: Views, Faces, Kidds, and Skies - We're kicking off our K Crunch Indie segment with Super Kidd, Black Bag, Chang Kiha & the Faces, and Sentimental Scenery.For the original post on K Crunch Indie: Views, Faces, Kidds, and Skies, or for…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 12:06 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • The New K Crunch: KpopCharts Update
    The New K Crunch: KpopCharts Update - We're revamping our K Crunch into something different, and trying to give you a new viewing experience.For the original post on The New K Crunch: KpopCharts Update, or for our kpop and Korean Food vid…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 07:02 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • Our Interview with B.A.P.
    Our Interview with B.A.P. - We got to interview B.A.P. after their Debut showcase in Seoul. We talked about their debut, some funny stories, and their future plans.For the original post on Our Interview with B.A.P., or for our k…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 09:58 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • WANK – Korean Bakeries
    WANK – Korean Bakeries - We visit some Korean bakeries, both modern and traditional. We eat some Cocohodo and try out Paris Baguette.For the original post on WANK – Korean Bakeries, or for our kpop and Korean Food videos, che…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 07:50 PM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • B.A.P. Warrior – Kpop Music Monday
    B.A.P. Warrior – Kpop Music Monday - We review B.A.P. Warrior for this week's Kpop Music Monday and we're giving away the new B.A.P. album along with some other B.A.P. swag!For the original post on B.A.P. Warrior – Kpop Music Monday, or…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 09:56 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • Open the Happy Loot Bag!
    Open the Happy Loot Bag! - Here are a bunch of videos to Open the Happy. We sing Intoxication and Lonely, Spudgy gets crazy, and Martina finds the cellphone case of her dreams.For the original post on Open the Happy Loot Bag!,…Fri, 27 Jan 2012, 03:28 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • Bullying in South Korea
    Bullying in South Korea - This week we talk about bullying in South Korea, the different ways students get bullied, and the different experiences we've had with bullying as teachers.For the original post on Bullying in South K…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 09:46 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • What Makeup Does Martina Use & Wolverine Eye Shadow
    What Makeup Does Martina Use & Wolverine Eye Shadow - Martina talks about her makeup, and does a tutorial on her Wolverine Eye ShadowFor the original post on What Makeup Does Martina Use & Wolverine Eye Shadow, or for our kpop and Korean Food videos, che…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 10:05 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • New Video Channel: Open the Happy!
    New Video Channel: Open the Happy! - We've opened a new YouTube channel: it's called Open The Happy! Check it out :DFor the original post on New Video Channel: Open the Happy!, or for our kpop and Korean Food videos, check out our Korea…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 10:05 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  • Sunny Hill Grasshopper Song – Kpop Music Mondays
    Sunny Hill Grasshopper Song – Kpop Music Mondays - We review Sunny Hill's Grasshopper song for this week's Kpop Music Monday and get all English Lit Student Analysis-ey.For the original post on Sunny Hill Grasshopper Song – Kpop Music Mondays, or for…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 05:04 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com

Elephant Talk

  • Year Three
    Year Three - I watched an excellent TED lecture on experience and memory an hour or so ago. He said that a perceptible “moment” lasts about three seconds. We have around 600,000,000 of these in an average lifetime…Thu, 11 Mar 2010, 09:35 PM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • Concentration
    Concentration - There is a compulsion after a long time away from the blog to apologize for inactivity. I’m not going to do that. But this time I have a reason for my inactivity. I was inspired by my friend Tharp, wh…Tue, 19 Jan 2010, 09:15 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • Avatar
    Avatar - We’re not immune to entertainment hype over here in Korea. We may not get the same deluge of advertising, or have our faces shoved into the trough of the ‘next great thing’ — for which I’m grateful —…Sat, 2 Jan 2010, 08:10 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • Commune
    Commune - I walked into a Japanese ramen restaurant a couple weeks back and saw another foreigner I know. He’s not a friend, but I see him around on occasion and we chat whenever we run into each other. So we s…Thu, 31 Dec 2009, 12:59 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • Eve
    Eve - Christmas exists at the quantum level. It’s there. But it’s also not there. As an observable thing, its position, energy and momentum vary depending on how I choose to see it. I’m better off when I’m…Thu, 24 Dec 2009, 12:41 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • New GRE, same old story
    New GRE, same old story - Hey, here’s a big news flash: The GRE is all about money. Just as I’ve been saying lately in my campaign of rants against this ageist form of human compartmentalization, the GRE is principally designe…Mon, 7 Dec 2009, 01:18 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • Japan
    Japan - First the bad news. My objective for going to Japan was a failure. It’s not that I failed the GRE, it’s that I failed to match or exceed my expectations. I scored 30 meager points higher than the last…Thu, 3 Dec 2009, 03:57 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • 일본
    일본 - It’s the night before Thanksgiving day here in Asia. I’ll be spending my Thanksgiving morning in an airplane flying from Busan to Osaka. As anyone who has read the past few entries knows, I’ve signed…Wed, 25 Nov 2009, 05:54 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • 시간
    시간 - Time is, without question, the most valuable resource we have. It is a fixed entity. We know more or less how much of it we have (at the most, anyway), and we are aware of the milestones along the way…Fri, 20 Nov 2009, 10:50 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com
  • 아이폰
    아이폰 - The iPhone is coming to Korea. This isn’t really that big of a news flash, because it was expected to happen. But now it’s pretty much official. The speculation on that article up there is about how m…Thu, 19 Nov 2009, 07:03 AM // elephanttalk.wordpress.com

Erika's Korea Blog

  • Driving in Korea
    Driving in Korea - I never gave much credence to the stereotype that Asians are bad drivers, but after 2 years in Korea I've changed my mind. Koreans are the WORST drivers. This is not just my opinion, it is supported f…Fri, 30 Jul 2010, 01:53 AM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • Desk Warming...
    Desk Warming... - Desk warming- when native speaking English teachers are made to come to school during summer/ winter vacation even though there are no classes or studentsI will be desk warming for the next 2 weeks. S…Sun, 25 Jul 2010, 10:44 PM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • Cambodia
    Cambodia - After Thailand, I flew to Phnom Penh and stayed lake- side at the Grand View Guesthouse ($5/ night). The official Cambodian currency is the Riel; however, the US dollar is the more commonly used and c…Thu, 22 Jul 2010, 12:12 AM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • Thailand, Cambodia, and Thailand
    Thailand, Cambodia, and Thailand - **I was really lazy about doing this and kept procrastinating because writing/ summarizing everything was getting annoying. So I'm just posting pictures with some comments. There will be more posts in…Wed, 21 Jul 2010, 11:59 PM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • Thailand II
    Thailand II - I headed north to Chiang Mai when I got back from Cambodia. One of my first days in Chiang Mai the two girls I was sharing a room with I went to see a temple up on hill (a really big hill).Wat Phratha…Wed, 21 Jul 2010, 11:47 PM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • "How Do I Get To Dr. Fish?"
    "How Do I Get To Dr. Fish?" - Ever since I posted about my trip to Dr. Fish people have been asking me how to get there. I will do my best to explain. If you know your way around Hongdae you should have no problem finding it; if n…Fri, 2 Apr 2010, 11:07 PM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • Vacation Pictures Coming Soon
    Vacation Pictures Coming Soon - In February, I embarked on an epic trip to Thailand and Cambodia. I am in the process of going through the pictures and writing an entry about the trip but it has proved to be more time consuming than…Thu, 18 Mar 2010, 01:49 AM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • Lost MacBook- A Plea for Help
    Lost MacBook- A Plea for Help - I got an email yesterday asking for help from someone who had their laptop stolen. Since I would be lost without my MacBook I'm doing what I can to help. So for anyone living in Seoul if you know anyt…Fri, 5 Mar 2010, 10:45 PM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • Vice Guide to North Korea (and other hells)
    Vice Guide to North Korea (and other hells) - Vice Magazine/ TV do a travel show in which their correspondents travel to some of the worst places in the world; places you would never want to go and place you can not go to. I came across the Vice…Wed, 3 Feb 2010, 04:57 AM // eactefl.blogspot.com
  • Winter Camp! Superheroes!!! (and how I really feel about teaching)
    Winter Camp! Superheroes!!! (and how I really feel about teaching) - I love teaching winter and summer camp. The classes are small, the students are well behaved and want to learn, I'm able teach fun material that the students and I enjoy, there are no pesky co-teacher…Thu, 28 Jan 2010, 12:12 AM // eactefl.blogspot.com

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Expacked

  • Welcome to Expacked (Issue #100)
    Welcome to Expacked (Issue #100) - Welcome to the final issue of Expacked.  When we first started talking about making a newsletter for native English teachers in Korea, we never dreamt that it would make it anywhere near 100 issues.  …Thu, 23 Dec 2010, 02:18 AM // expacked.wordpress.com

Extra Korea

  • Is it art or pornography?
    Is it art or pornography? - Let’s say that a 145-year-old oil painting is on display in the Orsay Museum in France. Wouldn’t most people would consider it to be art, even if it displayed full nudity? Now put that same picture on…Sat, 30 Jul 2011, 06:36 PM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • Big Bang’s Daesung accidentally killed a motorbike rider (so now what?)
    Big Bang’s Daesung accidentally killed a motorbike rider (so now what?) - On May 31st, at around 1 am, a member of the boy band Big Bang, Daesung, was involved in a traffic accident. Daesung accidentally ran over a motorbike rider named Hyun who was lying in the street beca…Sat, 25 Jun 2011, 10:49 PM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • After School’s Bekah leaves group, UEE gets solo album
    After School’s Bekah leaves group, UEE gets solo album - It’s been announced that Bekah, of the girl group After School, is “graduating” from the group to “return to Hawaii to pursue her original dream of becoming a designer.” “Graduating” is just a nicely-…Fri, 17 Jun 2011, 03:10 AM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • American Airlines to offer Samsung Galaxy tablet as in-flight entertainment
    American Airlines to offer Samsung Galaxy tablet as in-flight entertainment - In-flight movies and music aren’t enough to relieve the boredom of long flights? American Airlines is offering passengers the use of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1″ tablet. AA isn’t the first to offer a…Fri, 17 Jun 2011, 02:28 AM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • Hong-dae club encourages one-night stands by paying for drinks and motel fees?
    Hong-dae club encourages one-night stands by paying for drinks and motel fees? - A dance club in Hong-dae has been encouraging customers to hook up in one-night stands. The flyer below was for its second “sex party,” the first one having been held in March. I figured that it was t…Sat, 4 Jun 2011, 03:19 AM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • Students suspected of sexually assaulting classmate on “school field trip” (Membership Training?)
    Students suspected of sexually assaulting classmate on “school field trip” (Membership Training?) - Three medical students of Korea University have been accused of molesting, taking indecent photographs of, and raping a female classmate. The alleged sexual assault took place during what has been des…Sat, 4 Jun 2011, 02:40 AM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • Documentary film The True Taste Show may be banned
    Documentary film The True Taste Show may be banned - Remember the upcoming documentary, The True Taste Show, in which the filmmaker alleges that restaurants pay for positive reviews on food review shows that are scripted? On Wednesday, MBC filed an inju…Sun, 29 May 2011, 06:48 AM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • Will the fur fly? Lee Hyo-ri vs. fashion house Fendi
    Will the fur fly? Lee Hyo-ri vs. fashion house Fendi - On June 2nd, on the new “floating island” in Seoul’s Han River, fashion house Fendi will hold a major fashion show. The Seoul government is hoping that it will be a successful debut for the man-made i…Tue, 24 May 2011, 03:50 AM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • Prostitutes protest for their right to a livelihood
    Prostitutes protest for their right to a livelihood - On Sunday, May 15th, dozens of prostitutes wearing white surgical masks and red caps held a three-hour protest in front of Times Square, a shopping mall in front of Yeongdeungpo, Seoul. The opening of…Thu, 19 May 2011, 05:52 AM // extrakorea.wordpress.com
  • Restaurants, companies pay for positive reviews & repress negative ones
    Restaurants, companies pay for positive reviews & repress negative ones - I’ve explained the concept of “reviews” to my students. I would always add that in foreign countries, reviews are useful because people write both good and bad reviews. In Korea, however, they are not…Thu, 12 May 2011, 06:43 AM // extrakorea.wordpress.com

Faster Zombies

  • Combine these concepts..
    Combine these concepts.. - Take Jon's questions.. Regarding experiencing things on weed..Then try breaking down R.A.W. after asking yourself Jon's question.. More then likely saying no.. and deciding to change that.. I'm seriou…Wed, 8 Jun 2011, 05:54 PM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • This is important part one.. Market Research.
    This is important part one.. Market Research. - This is important.. Okay, seriously, I am going to put up two options as far as our future hip-hop musical video posts (as far as the majority of them). It is also a lyrically educational post.. That'…Tue, 7 Jun 2011, 11:37 AM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • Zombie-proof house
    Zombie-proof house - I first saw this on a friend of mine's wall on facebook (link < should be checked out methinks). This a couple of months ago to be exact I believe, but since we are Faster Zombies generally speaking I…Tue, 31 May 2011, 06:17 PM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • Found this, think it's cool, and so on and so forth...
    Found this, think it's cool, and so on and so forth... - Boink.. After a piece from Jimmy Plates a year ago regarding the movie about Banksy I figured I'd throw up this link (click Boink) as I figured many of our visitors would find it cool. Enjoy.. In no…Tue, 31 May 2011, 11:41 AM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • This is self explanatory, and by that I mean... what that means..
    This is self explanatory, and by that I mean... what that means.. - VS. THISFor really really low budget (like it better be free) DJ software.. Viola.. I have no clue what I think of this, it's more a mixtape machine where you can't record it.. I mean, you can but th…Tue, 31 May 2011, 12:38 AM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • Bored? Time travel musically. I mean why not?
    Bored? Time travel musically. I mean why not? - Find the #1 song the day you were born.. Obviously I'm old. Older then my parents. Riddle me how? I'm a damn zombie, I adopt parents much like cool kids adopt personas while my beloved nerds adopt thi…Mon, 30 May 2011, 05:09 PM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • Zombies at Six Flags and Middle Eastern History.. sweeet!?!
    Zombies at Six Flags and Middle Eastern History.. sweeet!?! - I don't steal pics..www.lovethesepics.com/2011/05/creepy-crusty-crumbling-illegal-tour-of-abandoned-six-flags-new-orleans-75-pics/Since zombies never die unless our heads are chopped off or what have…Mon, 30 May 2011, 12:40 AM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • Serge Gainsbourg, bad dance moves etc..
    Serge Gainsbourg, bad dance moves etc.. - What inspired me to put this up was an injury, when injured I listen to a lot of music and make myself busy around my apt. doing chores etc.  I also read a lot, particularly back issues of magazines I…Sun, 29 May 2011, 07:26 PM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • Consider yourself warned..
    Consider yourself warned.. - Every single day from now on, we will be keeping all the nerds out there well fed.  We thank the 17,000 plus folks who visited us during our hiatus, and the approximately 1,000 of our visitors who hav…Wed, 25 May 2011, 03:24 PM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com
  • In the mean time..
    In the mean time.. - Yeah yeah yeah..  This was a minute ago..I figured folks might find this interesting.Nice verse, no less written out at nah right. Normal Zombies < Faster ZombiesYeah Kanye's video is cool (and has so…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 02:24 AM // fasterzombies.blogspot.com

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Far From the Bluestacks

  • Until further notice
    Until further notice - Hey guys,Work has been hectic yet again, this time we have to create new lesson plans for Middle/High school course which will start on the 20th. Its almost the same level of work that I had in the be…Sat, 11 Jun 2011, 10:20 PM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Andong English Village
    Andong English Village - Well its about time that I started writing again. Apologies for not keeping up to date but its just been hectic few months and that coupled with my inherent lazyness means that I seriously started to…Wed, 25 May 2011, 11:43 PM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Japan's Crisis
    Japan's Crisis - There is not much I can write about this because I am just left speechless every time I watch a tsunami video or read any updates on the crippled nuclear plants.The Boston shows the wreckage after one…Thu, 14 Apr 2011, 10:03 PM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Lets get some fecking videos up!!
    Lets get some fecking videos up!! - Hey again, I am putting up some videos on my youtube channel so head over and check them out.Thu, 14 Apr 2011, 09:59 PM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Enter Andong
    Enter Andong - Well I finally got to Andong after a lot of promises of a new exhaust for Selphie if she got me to Andong without breaking down. Hey! What is more fun than moving out? Moving in!! Yaaaay, oh god, seri…Sat, 9 Apr 2011, 08:31 PM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Exit Icheon
    Exit Icheon - Whoa, I doubt anyone apart from Mum and Dad will be reading this anymore, but then again my friends are very good at procrastinating... I don't know how to update after such a long time, so I gotta th…Sat, 9 Apr 2011, 07:43 PM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Feckin' busy
    Feckin' busy - Hey everyone, I'm really sorry about having zero updates but hopefully this weekend I will have a spare hand to write something in this blog.Things have been going pretty good but its just been so so…Wed, 23 Mar 2011, 07:10 AM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Damn visa processes
    Damn visa processes - Yup well, here I am waiting on my criminal background check to get back to me so I thought that since I have everything ready to go I would put yet another guide on how an Irish applies for an E-2 vis…Sun, 23 Jan 2011, 09:08 AM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Bad dream
    Bad dream - I had a bad dream.I believe that this dream was spurred on by my new adult lower intermediate class. I had the class on Monday and it was a disaster. I had aimed the lesson at too high a level and tri…Fri, 14 Jan 2011, 04:38 AM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com
  • Khristmas in Korea
    Khristmas in Korea - Sorry for the terrible heading but hey, I'm running low on ideas. I had planned to go to Daegu to meet Aiden and his krowd of Irish for Khristmas (okay, ill stop that now...) I finished up work on the…Mon, 3 Jan 2011, 09:41 AM // cathalmccosker.blogspot.com

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Fat Girl in Seoul

  • An Old Married Woman
    An Old Married Woman - Well, I am back. I am really coming back to this blog. I miss it. I miss writing my thoughts down and keeping track of my weight loss and I miss books.I got married in April 2010. It was a beautiful w…Wed, 18 Jan 2012, 04:55 AM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Another update
    Another update - I feel so badly that I have been neglecting this blog. It was such a big part of my life. I went to Ulsan to get fitted for my hanbok last weekend. It was a blast and not as uncomfortable as it usuall…Fri, 25 Mar 2011, 07:50 PM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Alone in Kuala Lumpur
    Alone in Kuala Lumpur - In August AirAsia, a budget airline had a huge promotion to celebrate their introduction to flights direct to KL from Incheon. When I saw that the cheap flights I decided to go with a friend during th…Wed, 22 Dec 2010, 06:46 PM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Almost Normal Weight
    Almost Normal Weight - It's almost time to change the name of my blog. I am a couple of pounds from being normal weight. It's very exciting. I have been really bad about exercising with all that is going on in the school. I…Fri, 12 Nov 2010, 07:29 PM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Weight Loss Support Group in Seoul
    Weight Loss Support Group in Seoul - I am super interested in starting something like this in Seoul where we meet somewhere once a month and talk about our experiences. I keep getting emails from people who have had surgery in the states…Wed, 10 Nov 2010, 05:00 PM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Size 8 and weddings
    Size 8 and weddings - I love it. I am down 78 pounds now and in a size 8. A real size 8, not like a vanity sized Old Navy size 8, although I fit into those too. I really need to buy some new clothes and the truth is I don'…Mon, 4 Oct 2010, 01:25 AM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Making Samyangju (Korean Liquor)
    Making Samyangju (Korean Liquor) - I keep telling myself that I need to get a hobby. I have been meeting new people lately and have been stumped when they ask the obligatory, So, what do you usually do for fun? It's not a difficult que…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 02:29 AM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Lasers!
    Lasers! - Two years ago I had Laser Eye Surgery at Dream Eye Center in Myongdong and I blogged about my experiences here. I finally talked MJ into getting it done. He has the ugliest 80's style glasses. I hate…Wed, 4 Aug 2010, 06:34 PM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Burger places everywhere!
    Burger places everywhere! - That is what MJ noticed most about the US. He couldn't get over how many burger places there were from drive-thru fast food joints to the sit down burger places, such as Red Robin, YUM. It was MJ's fi…Wed, 28 Jul 2010, 05:39 PM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com
  • Vegas with the girls
    Vegas with the girls - MJ was really worried about me going to Vegas with my besties for a long weekend. I would officially be only 5 months after surgery, not six. Oops, I can't count, so I am not really supposed to drink…Thu, 22 Jul 2010, 09:53 PM // itaewonfatty.blogspot.com

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Fencer's Musings

  • Happy New Year
    Happy New Year - Another exciting year has passed...into the wave of time... Happy New Year, everyone, and may all your wishes come true this year Sat, 31 Dec 2011, 07:00 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Happy Holidays
    Happy Holidays - Happy Holidays to everyone from our family and everyone from the UAlbany family. Happy Holidays! Sat, 10 Dec 2011, 05:49 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Tickets on Sale for New York World Cup
    Tickets on Sale for New York World Cup - Tickets for the New York World Cup are now available for purchase online for the first international 2012 Olympic Games qualifying event to be held in the United States. Tickets can be purchased onlin…Mon, 6 Jun 2011, 03:59 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • TBS eFM Meet Your Neighbor Interview
    TBS eFM Meet Your Neighbor Interview - A couple of weeks ago, I was contacted by a staff reporter from TBS eFM, Irene Choe, and was asked to be interviewed for the Meet Your Neighbor segment of the show titled Soul of Asia. For the intervi…Fri, 16 Jul 2010, 11:59 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Numa Numa
    Numa Numa - As I was driving to work today, I heard a very familiar song on the radio. At first, I thought it was Hyun Young's song she released back in 2006 called Sister's Dream [누나의꿈], but as I listened, I rea…Fri, 16 Jul 2010, 01:06 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Today...We Celebrate Our Independence Day
    Today...We Celebrate Our Independence Day - Today is the 234th Independence Day of the United States of America. - it's the fifth consecutive independence day I celebrated overseas. My son, William, celebrated his first independence day (this y…Sun, 4 Jul 2010, 06:15 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Tragedies of War
    Tragedies of War - I am currently working on a presentation for a group of South Korean college students on the Bosnian conflict. I have given presentations on this topic before and I had a short video clip that I like…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 02:45 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Generational Differences...
    Generational Differences... - Here is an interesting poll that was conducted in South Korea on the sinking of the ROKS Cheonan by South Korea's Ministry of Public Administration and Security.A poll of 1,000 middle and high school…Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 09:52 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • North Korea's View on the Korean War
    North Korea's View on the Korean War - History, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder...what's more, history - in too many parts of the world - is in the hands of those in power to write the approved version. It is always interesting…Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 08:16 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
  • Team USA v. South Korea at the Quarterfinals?
    Team USA v. South Korea at the Quarterfinals? - The Under Secretary of the Army Joseph Westphal told a gathering at the ceremony at the Pentagon to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Korean War on June 24 that he hopes Team USA and South Korea…Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 02:39 PM // feeds.feedburner.com

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