Where do I even begin? It's been two weeks since my last entry and already so much has happened in between.
I guess I can start by saying Ive settled in nicely to Rainbow International School. I have two new students joining me tomorrow, but they are Koreans. In order to be enrolled in an International School, both parents cannot be from Korea. So we'll see what their situation is. From the sounds off speaking with friends, Koreans have a very good work ethic and care about their studies. I look forward to meeting my new munchkins! Heres a picture of my kids now.
I realize now, how sheltered of a life I led at home when it came to cuisines. lol. Since Ive been here I've tried not only several kinds of Korean dishes, but Bulgarian and Indian food too. If you go to the foreigners district you can find all kinds of cultural food. I got thinking, what would a Canadian restaurant look like? Well, incidently Marcia (a friend from work and I) looked it up online just to humour ourselves. "Wild Game, Fast Food." Looks like my dad/sister's deer hunting skills have made Canada a proud nation :) The point of this
whole rant, is that coming here, already has made me open up my eyes to the numerous delicious dishes from around the world, that I never really "gave a go" at home. Usually a night out was to Kelseys or \The Keg. There's SOO much out there to try. BUUT I did happen to find a Canadian Pub. Now THATS something to be proud of :)
I guess I can start by saying Ive settled in nicely to Rainbow International School. I have two new students joining me tomorrow, but they are Koreans. In order to be enrolled in an International School, both parents cannot be from Korea. So we'll see what their situation is. From the sounds off speaking with friends, Koreans have a very good work ethic and care about their studies. I look forward to meeting my new munchkins! Heres a picture of my kids now.
I realize now, how sheltered of a life I led at home when it came to cuisines. lol. Since Ive been here I've tried not only several kinds of Korean dishes, but Bulgarian and Indian food too. If you go to the foreigners district you can find all kinds of cultural food. I got thinking, what would a Canadian restaurant look like? Well, incidently Marcia (a friend from work and I) looked it up online just to humour ourselves. "Wild Game, Fast Food." Looks like my dad/sister's deer hunting skills have made Canada a proud nation :) The point of this
whole rant, is that coming here, already has made me open up my eyes to the numerous delicious dishes from around the world, that I never really "gave a go" at home. Usually a night out was to Kelseys or \The Keg. There's SOO much out there to try. BUUT I did happen to find a Canadian Pub. Now THATS something to be proud of :)Eating out in Korea, believe it or not, can be much cheaper than grocery shopping. The best part about it is, you walk away feeling still good about yourself. Most Korean food is meats, veggies, spicies and maybe some noodles. Today I went to a sit on the floor restaurant for the first time :0) Quite cozy actually, with heated floors and all!
What I love about each day, is that each day is different. Yeah sure, wake up go to work...thats the same all around the world. But I love the ability to just hop on the subway, get off at a stop someone told you had some good markets, or some beautiful temple...and just explore. I haven't got my first pay cheque yet. But if defiently eyed up some great hand bags and boots :)
With the guidance of friends, Ive come to know some important Korean words like Hello, Goodbye, Thanks, Please go left, right, straight (helpful for cabs). The thing is, all of the words are so long!! For example, Hello is Aunyeonhasayo (probably not spelling it right, but thats pheonetic). My friend lent me a "Teach yourself Korean" Book. In which I will do my bet to learn what I can. A lot of people say the alphabet is easy to learn.
Another custom, when you give or receive something (ie money at a store), you put the other hand (not handing the money) to your forearm. The more respect you show (ie for elderly) you put your hand up towards your chest as you give or receive. Same goes for pouring a drink. And the youngest at the table is supposed to pour :) Koreans also SHARE food and drinks all of the time. It is very rare to get your own meal, but moreover you get a combined meal that is cooked in front of you in a round little stovetop. While at Hofs (pubs), its customary to eat and drink. but not Nachos or finger foods...mor
e like seafood, noodles, veggies. When I was out with my friends the 2nd weekend. They got me to order the drinks in Korean to give it a go. "Yogiyo" meaning litearlly "Come here" and then Soju Jusayo. Soju is a very common drink and Jusayo meaning please bring me. So...I tried my Korean...and it was cute, later on the waitress brought out a complimentary plate of food because she knew I was trying my best he he.
Overall, Koreans are very very kind!
Next up...Lunar New Year
What I love about each day, is that each day is different. Yeah sure, wake up go to work...thats the same all around the world. But I love the ability to just hop on the subway, get off at a stop someone told you had some good markets, or some beautiful temple...and just explore. I haven't got my first pay cheque yet. But if defiently eyed up some great hand bags and boots :)
With the guidance of friends, Ive come to know some important Korean words like Hello, Goodbye, Thanks, Please go left, right, straight (helpful for cabs). The thing is, all of the words are so long!! For example, Hello is Aunyeonhasayo (probably not spelling it right, but thats pheonetic). My friend lent me a "Teach yourself Korean" Book. In which I will do my bet to learn what I can. A lot of people say the alphabet is easy to learn.
Another custom, when you give or receive something (ie money at a store), you put the other hand (not handing the money) to your forearm. The more respect you show (ie for elderly) you put your hand up towards your chest as you give or receive. Same goes for pouring a drink. And the youngest at the table is supposed to pour :) Koreans also SHARE food and drinks all of the time. It is very rare to get your own meal, but moreover you get a combined meal that is cooked in front of you in a round little stovetop. While at Hofs (pubs), its customary to eat and drink. but not Nachos or finger foods...mor
e like seafood, noodles, veggies. When I was out with my friends the 2nd weekend. They got me to order the drinks in Korean to give it a go. "Yogiyo" meaning litearlly "Come here" and then Soju Jusayo. Soju is a very common drink and Jusayo meaning please bring me. So...I tried my Korean...and it was cute, later on the waitress brought out a complimentary plate of food because she knew I was trying my best he he.Overall, Koreans are very very kind!
Next up...Lunar New Year
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