Exploring in Dadaepo Beach, South Korea

 Our latest explorations took us to Dadaepo Beach, in Busan.  We set out and met our friends at a subway stop and then took a bus out to the beach.  Dadaepo is known for being a bit out of the way and not as built up as Busan's other beaches. 

Common Expat in South Korea Questions Finally Answered

As a follow up to a previous Q & A post we have been asked more questions and here we will answer them, in case you were wondering the same. Yesterday, Nikki happily chatted with two good friends Amanda and Kelsey on the phone. They had similar questions to ask and so we decided to publish another Q & A based on our conversations. 

How to Find Peace in the Noise of South Korea

Steve and I set out today for our "quiet sitting place". There is a park near our school that has become quite beautiful with the spring bloom. Shortly after we arrived in Jinyeong we found a path off the side of the park that leads to a secluded overlook amidst burial mounds.

How Amazing to Get Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Overseas

Steve and I just ate an entire box of it! And it has stirred up a lot of thoughts and emotions in me. We received a care package today from Steve's parents and it included this small box of amazing food, among other things! Of course we didn't wait or save it for a rainy day, we ate it immediately after our evening run.

Memories and Feelings While Living Abroad

It's been awhile since I've blogged. I just haven't felt like writing lately. I haven't been keeping up with my own personal journal either. I worry that I am falling into a rut and before I know it this whole year will have passed me by and I will have forgotten some important events and memories. It's not that I've been too busy to write. There is always time to write! So here are some quick updates on life in the R.O.K.

What it's Like to Teach English in South Korea

I thought I'd drop a little knowledge about our school and teaching requirements.  I mean, we do a ton of fun stuff on the weekends, but we spend most of our time at work just like anyone else.  I think I wrote a bit about our daily grind in a previous post, so I'll go into our actual teaching this time.

How to Explore the Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival

Over one million visitors come to the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in Jinhae, South Korea.  It happens every year for 17 days near the end of March-beginning of April.   At this time the cherry blossoms are in full bloom and are quite a spectacle.