Remember that song? Well it has been a while since the last post and I have a few things to catch everyone up on. So for the next few days there will be at least two more posts outside of this one.
I want to first thank everyone for checking out my blog and becoming a part of my experience here in Korea, it has been, and is still a crazy ride that I cannot wait to see what is still in store for me. Now, Let the updating begin....
House Visit
Although I would not place it in my home I really like this couch. Here is a closer look at the pattern and Nattie and I on the couch. I really think its quaint and elegant. She did a great job decorating her home
This is just a picture of me in the doorway in my new coat. I really like the wallpaper. It reminds me of a modern version of Nana's wallpaper in the kitchen.
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Here in Gumi something they like to do for English teachers is have a "Teacher's Meeting" an informal gathering where English teachers Native and Non, can get together and talk about a chosen topic. Ours for that day was Globalization, and Idioms. We got together at a restaurant/buffet Tomato. I really had a great time. I don't like Korean food too much but this place had steak, chicken, and other recognizables. I killed that food! I had more meat than veggies, but still all worth it! However, I still find it mind boggling how the beer glasses were 5X's larger than the cups for water. What does that say about the culture?
The place itself was very interesting. Kinda Applebees Friday's like with the random things hanging in the entrance way, on the walls, and from the ceiling. Here are some funny pieces of "decor" I thought should be featured:
We have learned to excuse Koreans for their random English and this is a perfect example. I mean really......
This looks like a Family Crest of some sort but the caption says "Don't Forget Dexter's Mother's Bread" HUH?
I just thought this coaster was cool, but the picture didn't come out the way I wanted.
This is inside Tomato. You can see the buffet section, and on the left is where there is a live band starting at nine. (We were there long enough to see the live performance, trust me not worth it) But in the mean time they like to show videos of old American concerts and greatest hits. Feature Films:
Before the recital we ate at this place right across the street. Just a nice tidbit to know for those who have time before a performance at the Center. The food was just okay for me, but if you like Korean food they give you great portions
The guy who's face is on the logo, Nolboo, is said to be a man that long ago could never have enough of anything. He always wanted more even when it seemed he had everything. Good idea for a place to eat I think.
My student is no the far left. I was so proud of her and totally taken off guard with how good she is.
I want to first thank everyone for checking out my blog and becoming a part of my experience here in Korea, it has been, and is still a crazy ride that I cannot wait to see what is still in store for me. Now, Let the updating begin....
House Visit
Angelica and I went to her co-teacher Nattie's home one Monday after an English Teacher's meeting and I have to admit I was blown away. Her apartment was big and beautiful. I took some pictures of some things that stood out to me.
Click on the clock for a larger view to see the face at the top. It is majorly cool. Very antique-like.
Click on the clock for a larger view to see the face at the top. It is majorly cool. Very antique-like.
I am all about dining room furniture seeing as my place in Atlanta was lacking it, and this set was stunning, I couldn't get a clear shot of the table but it was amazing as well.
Although I would not place it in my home I really like this couch. Here is a closer look at the pattern and Nattie and I on the couch. I really think its quaint and elegant. She did a great job decorating her home
This is just a picture of me in the doorway in my new coat. I really like the wallpaper. It reminds me of a modern version of Nana's wallpaper in the kitchen..
Teacher's Meeting
Here in Gumi something they like to do for English teachers is have a "Teacher's Meeting" an informal gathering where English teachers Native and Non, can get together and talk about a chosen topic. Ours for that day was Globalization, and Idioms. We got together at a restaurant/buffet Tomato. I really had a great time. I don't like Korean food too much but this place had steak, chicken, and other recognizables. I killed that food! I had more meat than veggies, but still all worth it! However, I still find it mind boggling how the beer glasses were 5X's larger than the cups for water. What does that say about the culture?
The place itself was very interesting. Kinda Applebees Friday's like with the random things hanging in the entrance way, on the walls, and from the ceiling. Here are some funny pieces of "decor" I thought should be featured:We have learned to excuse Koreans for their random English and this is a perfect example. I mean really......
This looks like a Family Crest of some sort but the caption says "Don't Forget Dexter's Mother's Bread" HUH?I just thought this coaster was cool, but the picture didn't come out the way I wanted.
This is inside Tomato. You can see the buffet section, and on the left is where there is a live band starting at nine. (We were there long enough to see the live performance, trust me not worth it) But in the mean time they like to show videos of old American concerts and greatest hits. Feature Films:- Carlos Santana and Friends ( This is where I received the pleasant surprise of Lauryn Hill with Ce-Lo [video available here for old times sake] singing it up)
- Michael Jackson's Greatest Hits/Videos ( It was good going down memory lane. Helped us remember why we let Michael get away with so much)
- Christina Aguilara's Pieces of me tour ( I think that was the name of it, either way the girl can sang!)
Here is Abbey (UK-Manchester) and her Co-Teacher having a drink together. A lot of times Native speakers will hang out with their co teach, I have yet to experience that, but if there was anyone to hang with Ms. Ryoo is it.
Now the funniest part of the night was Angelica and I. On more than one occasion we have been mistaken for the same person and for us to wear the same type of shirt, well just call us Mary-Kate and Ashely! It was totally by accident, but the Koreans were so amazed. So you know we had to do the heart. We just had to.
Dance Recital
Just recently one of my students was a performer in a city dance recital. She is a 1st grade middle schooler so I didn't take it too seriously when she said she did ballet. Well I should have; this girl is hardcore. Here are some videos of the recital as well as her solo. Please watch at least her solo, she worked very hard and I am so proud of her. My students were so excited to see me and Abbey, (her student was in a performance too) but we were excited to see their talents.
Before the recital we ate at this place right across the street. Just a nice tidbit to know for those who have time before a performance at the Center. The food was just okay for me, but if you like Korean food they give you great portions
The guy who's face is on the logo, Nolboo, is said to be a man that long ago could never have enough of anything. He always wanted more even when it seemed he had everything. Good idea for a place to eat I think.
My student is no the far left. I was so proud of her and totally taken off guard with how good she is.
This is her solo WATCH THIS!!!!!!
This is a part of the group dance.
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