I just received an email from a friend of mine who asked me why there are so few posts on this blog. That's a fair question. I suppose a blog is supposed to be a daily or weekly journal of whatever sort the blogger wishes, so let me explain why I've been so slack. There is only one computer at the hogwan where I work, and it is at the receptionist's desk, and she is almost always on it. My schedule is so packed during the day that if there is ever a moment she isn't on it, I have to be teaching. Not to mention the fact that it doesn't exactly look professional to be doing something non-work related at work. I've tried going to PC bangs to work on it, but everytime I go to eblogger, the instructions are always in Korean. When I ask for help, sometimes the person at the counter won't be able to speak English, and I might not be in the mood for using hand signals, and speaking in 2-3 word sentences. Those are just a few of the minor frustrations of living in a foreign country and trying to become accustomed to the culture. I am writing right now at work because it is late and the receptionist has gone home for the day. Finally, she is out of my hair!!

But I have to say that I really am enjoying Korea. When I first arrived I thought I was crazy for leaving the warm tropical wonders of Thailand for a country that, at first glimpse, appeared to be lacking in color completely. A bland, modern country that lacked the intrigue of a less developed country. I have come to appreciate the bold, spicy food, and bustling downtown Daegu, which turns into a sparkling metropolis at night, with signs written in the big bold Hangul script all lit up and beckoning to me. But it is getting late and this girl's gotta get some yummy Korean food in her belly! I'll write more about that, and my teaching, later.....I promise darlings :)