Hola familia y amigos,
So last weekend was Buddha's b-day and we had Monday off so I headed to North East South Korea to climb a mountain. It was sooooooo nice to get out of the city, and is actually the first time I have been out in 2 months!! The fresh air was nice. Unfortunately we were not able to hike to the top of the mountain because it was closed off due to firehazards. We did climb one small peak with an amazing view and climbed up to a cave in the side of the mountain. It was neat, they were having a ceremony celebrating Big B's birthday in the cave. Most of the trails were really good and some even had steps bolted to the side of the mountain. Although I did notice a few coat hangers holding things together.. but I'm sure it was safe, right?......... anyway I'll let the pics do the talking. Until next time!!
Mount Seoraksan
-LR
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Field Trip, Buddhas B-day and a little Korean Hospitality
Hola Amigos,
So it has been a busy few weeks here in Korea. I had a field trip with my kiddos to a science museum and it was tons-o fun. Unfortunately now I have an understanding of how nerve racking it is trying to control 18 children knowing their lives are in your hands while they run around like mad children in a new surrounding and at a playgroud. Lesson learned; I'm never having 18 kids. Last week was also children's day here in Korea which you actually get a day off of school which I was super stoked about. We had a party for the kiddos where they got to come to school in costumes, have a fashion show, a music competition and stuff-your-face-full of food-fiesta. It was sweet.
I did get to experience some real Korea these past few weeks. I attended the annual Lantern lighting festivities which is the celebration of Buddhas birthday. I attend the very serious opening ceremony where they chanted and walked around Seoul city hall plaza. Best part was after the ceremony it was followed up by some extremely fun synchronized dancing. I posted some video. I also attended the annual Lantern festival parade and visited a temple covered in Lanterns. It was kinda like the Macy's day Parade.. Korean style.
One of the coolest things I got to experience was a real Korean household. A local family invited us to their home (not something taken lightly here) and our friends Ginny's mom showed us how to make some real Korean food. We got to help and her mom found it funny that 3 of us guys were helping: men don't traditionally cook here. Then the best part was: we got to eat it. This was tons better than any Korean food I have had here and I actually really liked it. Nothing tops home cooking, even on the other side of the world. Anyway hope you all are doing fantastic. 2 months down!!
-LR
To see Kiddos, Buddah and Korean Hospitality: Click here
So it has been a busy few weeks here in Korea. I had a field trip with my kiddos to a science museum and it was tons-o fun. Unfortunately now I have an understanding of how nerve racking it is trying to control 18 children knowing their lives are in your hands while they run around like mad children in a new surrounding and at a playgroud. Lesson learned; I'm never having 18 kids. Last week was also children's day here in Korea which you actually get a day off of school which I was super stoked about. We had a party for the kiddos where they got to come to school in costumes, have a fashion show, a music competition and stuff-your-face-full of food-fiesta. It was sweet.
I did get to experience some real Korea these past few weeks. I attended the annual Lantern lighting festivities which is the celebration of Buddhas birthday. I attend the very serious opening ceremony where they chanted and walked around Seoul city hall plaza. Best part was after the ceremony it was followed up by some extremely fun synchronized dancing. I posted some video. I also attended the annual Lantern festival parade and visited a temple covered in Lanterns. It was kinda like the Macy's day Parade.. Korean style.
One of the coolest things I got to experience was a real Korean household. A local family invited us to their home (not something taken lightly here) and our friends Ginny's mom showed us how to make some real Korean food. We got to help and her mom found it funny that 3 of us guys were helping: men don't traditionally cook here. Then the best part was: we got to eat it. This was tons better than any Korean food I have had here and I actually really liked it. Nothing tops home cooking, even on the other side of the world. Anyway hope you all are doing fantastic. 2 months down!!
-LR
To see Kiddos, Buddah and Korean Hospitality: Click here
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