Yeah, I'm horrible about typing on this thing. Sadly I spend time on the internet reading meaningless articles about sports, or just looking at facebook, as well with no intentions.
My Christmas Day was a pretty good one, thanks to Pastor Ken, my Korean "big brother" and those lovely folks I call Korean family. First off, I decided I wanted to attend a Korean church for once on Christmas Day. That way I'd be able to hear an organ play in honor of Mr. Tom Moody. I went to a local Presbyterian church here in town at 11:00, with a man I call Hyeong-nim (big brother). He's the director of the Young Falcons of Daegu, and he's a good 'ole Presbo' as well. I enjoyed the service, though I didn't understand half of what the pastor said -- since it was in a different language. At least I was able to understand the hymns. I then was introduced to the pastor and his wife in their office -- we even had a photo op. After lunch in the basement area, I then was brought upstairs for tea and snacks for visiting folks. Heck, I even got a set of fancy towels with the church's information on it. That way, I definitely can't forget them.
When that service was over, I made my way back to the university, where I was the night before. I had a great Christmas service there as well. One of the younger members was even baptized during that service as well. In honor of his baptism we had a wonderful feast. One thing I've learned in my church life --- God definitely provides food.
Christmas night I went and visited my "Korean family" for a little bit. I went with little sis Eun Byeol, and some of the girls in the neighborhood to drink some Korean rice wine. We ate some random dishes as is Korean custom when one is having some drinks. The girls wanted Christmas cake -- weird thing in Korea, so we went to Baskin Robbins and they bought a fancy cake. Bakeries here make cakes for everything, but it seems that Christmas cakes were out in mass proportions this year. The girls went to a coffee shop and enjoyed their cake, while I went back to hang out with some of the other family members. I was a little tired , so I didn't exactly last too much longer.
Last week I was off work on Monday and Tuesday. So, I enjoyed the Monday fellowship lunch on campus with Pastor Ken and a few of the foreigners. We had some wonderful discussion. One of the Ethiopians posed a question to us : "What is it that really makes you happy inside?" That was a tough one, but we all had some interesting answers.
On Tuesday, Pastor Ken and I met for lunch, and just discussed anything and everything on our minds. He even shared with me his story of how he was dying from Lymphoma when he was a teenager in Maryland -- quite moving to say the least. He's also very smart in terms of business dealings and developments of products that could help the world. There's even a job plan he has for our government in the 'ole USA, but I'm gonna share everything here.
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday were the last days of our "semester" at the academy. We received new schedules on Friday, which I guess satisfied some of us. I teach some rough days on Monday and Thursday, but Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday aren't so bad. I don't have a dinner break this time, so I guess I'll be preparing food from home quite a bit during January.
I also spent those few days working on resolving my relationship with Annie too. Somehow she decided that she would come see me this weekend in Daegu. We actually broke up about ten days ago, since we were just experiencing some bumps in the road, and kind of gave up on each other. I was delighted to have her come and visit, so I spent my Saturday morning watching UFC, and cleaning my apartment. Before she arrived, I even went to a local flower shop and get a few roses to surprise her with.
So with the help of the man above, our relationship has been patched up very well. First of all, I met her at the bus station with the flowers and she gave me a tremendously long hug. Then, we had a nice long bus ride to my neighborhood. Since I was lazy during the day, we made a visit to Home Plus, where I do my grocery shopping these days. I spent about 60 bucks, 1/3 was on two bottles of wine. I wanted wine, and it was New Year's Eve, so . . . perfect fit. So New Year's Eve dinner consisted of a salad with beets, green and red bell peppers, spinach and carrots to name a few. The main dish was what I shall call Duck Linguini -- my new favorite pasta with duck smothered in a tomato sauce with onions, and bell pepper once again. Later to top some things off I covered some strawberries in white chocolate, and we drank champagne to toast the new year.
This morning I woke up about 45 minutes earlier than Annie, so I could prepare breakfast. I made some scrambled egg dish that worked at well. It consisted of chicken, tomatoes, onions, and mushrooms. I think cooked sliced some potatoes, and through them in a skillet with olive oil. Then to top that off, I made some stuffed french toast with bananas, walnuts, and cream cheese. I topped the french toast with some homemade banana syrup, and powdered sugar.
Since it was Sunday, I talked Annie into going to church with me. She really, really enjoyed her time there today. Today was a combined Korean/English service, since it was Communion Sunday. Pastor Ken delivered the message, while his wife translated. We even had some snacks after in honor of January birthdays. When snack time was finished we played a Korean traditional game called Yutnori. It was pretty fun. Annie said the church was much different from what she expected, and she really thought the Korean pastor was pretty laid back for his job. Later on she even told me it was the best experience that she has had here in Daegu.
Anyway I'm finished with this update for now. Goodnight and Happy New Year to all.
My Christmas Day was a pretty good one, thanks to Pastor Ken, my Korean "big brother" and those lovely folks I call Korean family. First off, I decided I wanted to attend a Korean church for once on Christmas Day. That way I'd be able to hear an organ play in honor of Mr. Tom Moody. I went to a local Presbyterian church here in town at 11:00, with a man I call Hyeong-nim (big brother). He's the director of the Young Falcons of Daegu, and he's a good 'ole Presbo' as well. I enjoyed the service, though I didn't understand half of what the pastor said -- since it was in a different language. At least I was able to understand the hymns. I then was introduced to the pastor and his wife in their office -- we even had a photo op. After lunch in the basement area, I then was brought upstairs for tea and snacks for visiting folks. Heck, I even got a set of fancy towels with the church's information on it. That way, I definitely can't forget them.
When that service was over, I made my way back to the university, where I was the night before. I had a great Christmas service there as well. One of the younger members was even baptized during that service as well. In honor of his baptism we had a wonderful feast. One thing I've learned in my church life --- God definitely provides food.
Christmas night I went and visited my "Korean family" for a little bit. I went with little sis Eun Byeol, and some of the girls in the neighborhood to drink some Korean rice wine. We ate some random dishes as is Korean custom when one is having some drinks. The girls wanted Christmas cake -- weird thing in Korea, so we went to Baskin Robbins and they bought a fancy cake. Bakeries here make cakes for everything, but it seems that Christmas cakes were out in mass proportions this year. The girls went to a coffee shop and enjoyed their cake, while I went back to hang out with some of the other family members. I was a little tired , so I didn't exactly last too much longer.
Last week I was off work on Monday and Tuesday. So, I enjoyed the Monday fellowship lunch on campus with Pastor Ken and a few of the foreigners. We had some wonderful discussion. One of the Ethiopians posed a question to us : "What is it that really makes you happy inside?" That was a tough one, but we all had some interesting answers.
On Tuesday, Pastor Ken and I met for lunch, and just discussed anything and everything on our minds. He even shared with me his story of how he was dying from Lymphoma when he was a teenager in Maryland -- quite moving to say the least. He's also very smart in terms of business dealings and developments of products that could help the world. There's even a job plan he has for our government in the 'ole USA, but I'm gonna share everything here.
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday were the last days of our "semester" at the academy. We received new schedules on Friday, which I guess satisfied some of us. I teach some rough days on Monday and Thursday, but Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday aren't so bad. I don't have a dinner break this time, so I guess I'll be preparing food from home quite a bit during January.
I also spent those few days working on resolving my relationship with Annie too. Somehow she decided that she would come see me this weekend in Daegu. We actually broke up about ten days ago, since we were just experiencing some bumps in the road, and kind of gave up on each other. I was delighted to have her come and visit, so I spent my Saturday morning watching UFC, and cleaning my apartment. Before she arrived, I even went to a local flower shop and get a few roses to surprise her with.
So with the help of the man above, our relationship has been patched up very well. First of all, I met her at the bus station with the flowers and she gave me a tremendously long hug. Then, we had a nice long bus ride to my neighborhood. Since I was lazy during the day, we made a visit to Home Plus, where I do my grocery shopping these days. I spent about 60 bucks, 1/3 was on two bottles of wine. I wanted wine, and it was New Year's Eve, so . . . perfect fit. So New Year's Eve dinner consisted of a salad with beets, green and red bell peppers, spinach and carrots to name a few. The main dish was what I shall call Duck Linguini -- my new favorite pasta with duck smothered in a tomato sauce with onions, and bell pepper once again. Later to top some things off I covered some strawberries in white chocolate, and we drank champagne to toast the new year.
This morning I woke up about 45 minutes earlier than Annie, so I could prepare breakfast. I made some scrambled egg dish that worked at well. It consisted of chicken, tomatoes, onions, and mushrooms. I think cooked sliced some potatoes, and through them in a skillet with olive oil. Then to top that off, I made some stuffed french toast with bananas, walnuts, and cream cheese. I topped the french toast with some homemade banana syrup, and powdered sugar.
Since it was Sunday, I talked Annie into going to church with me. She really, really enjoyed her time there today. Today was a combined Korean/English service, since it was Communion Sunday. Pastor Ken delivered the message, while his wife translated. We even had some snacks after in honor of January birthdays. When snack time was finished we played a Korean traditional game called Yutnori. It was pretty fun. Annie said the church was much different from what she expected, and she really thought the Korean pastor was pretty laid back for his job. Later on she even told me it was the best experience that she has had here in Daegu.
Anyway I'm finished with this update for now. Goodnight and Happy New Year to all.
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