Starting Again.
2007-05-17, Daegu, Korea, South. By: robby

Well back in Korea. Almost feels like I haven't left, but at the same time it felt new again since I am at a different school. Been kind of busy so got to say sorry for not contacting anyone. I dec...

Gob-Chang
2007-06-12, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

So, I left work and walked up the block to my favorite shikdang, which is Korean for what is basically a diner. Anywho, I was surprised to find that it was closed. I was treated to a meal there wh...

Gyeoung-Ju 2
2007-05-27, GyeongJu, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

I've been to Gyeoung-Ju three times now. Each time I experience something new. I have pictures from the days events which I will share with you soon. Keep checking back!

A Wild Night In Busan
2007-05-13, Busan, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Here we go! So, Jim and I decided to take a trip to visit the lovely, and adorable Jessica! They met a few weeks back and discussed meeting again in the interim. We left Pohang for Busan aroun...

Pohang
2007-04-27, Seoul, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

McDonald's is in downtown Pohand. Honestly, the food here has been so good that I haven't missed Le Big Mac (a la Pulp Fiction). Yet, I stopped there on Friday before meeting up with Jim, Kate and Jul...

Gyeongju
2007-04-29, Gyeongju, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Our first stop was Kyungju-world! Later we grabbed a bite to eat. Lastly, we ended up at the site of former capital of Seoul, and headquarters of the Silla Dynasty.

Seoul Subway Tour
2007-04-22, Seoul, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

So, I rode the subway to the Itaewon, the Kukkiwon, Seoul Olympic Stadium, and even the Gyeoungbok Palace. Here are the photos I took. The subways in Korea were easy to navigate. All the locations...

Kukkiwon
2007-04-22, Seoul, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

I made the Kukkiwon a stop on my Subway tour of Seoul. Here are the photos. I was lucky to have been there when they held an event. The kids worked hard. It was nice to see them training outside. The ...

First Stop...Itaewon
2007-04-21, Seoul, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

I made it. My first impression is "Wow! Everyone is here! The Irish, West Africans, Greek, Indian, and the list goes on and on!" Well, that is because my first stop was to Itaewon. They have clubs, an...

Daegu
2007-04-15, Daegu, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Instead of going to Seoul this weekend, I went to Daegu. Here are some photos. The folks from English club had an extra seat, and I took it. It was nice being able to see a new city in Korea. Woob...

A Letter Home #2
2007-03-25, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Hi Mom and Dad, Last week I was sick for the first time here. It zapped me of most of my energy for about one full day. I was sneezing uncontrollably, and coughing. I got over that, and felt great ...

A Letter Home
2007-03-27, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Please let Derek know that I send my condolences. I do not have his contact information in my address book. I was sick last week, and am sick again. This week my illness is different. Last week I was ...

From Pohang to Seoul
2007-04-13, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

As I write this, it is the morning of Friday the 13th! Scary! I have a train ticket, which I purchased in the states before flying here. It will expire on the 28th of this month so I need to use it...

First Class
2007-04-10, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

I felt that I should go back to the Dojang to study Tae Kwon Do. I was sick for about one week and a half, and also hurt my back on another week. Today, I decided to return so I felt I needed to expla...

UPDATE!!!!!!
2007-03-17, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

This is in reference to my journal entitled: Arrival to Incheon International Airport I just read the information page on the website: Tour2Korea. I'm glad that I didn't take the taxi ride I was be...

St. Patrick's Day (Descrition is Advised)
2007-03-17, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

We celebrated St. Patrick's day the best way we each know how. I'm in a bit of a festive mood as you can see in the picture. I apologize to all those who are offended by J's gesture.

Preparation, Preparation, Preparation
2007-04-08, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

It's true! Preparation is key to any and all success. My classes were so much better this week because I am better prepared. Although, I'm ashamed to admit it, I kind of winged my first month. Las...

Easter
2007-04-08, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Well, today is Easter but I wouldn't have realized it out here. The only reminders I have that today is Easter is the Calender on my wall. I rarely look at that thing but for only checking off a day. ...

In and Around Pohang
2007-03-16, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Luckily I live down the street from what seems like the only 7-11 in Pohang. I've been to a few spots here, and haven't seen one anywhere else. I guess I'm kind of lucky to have the comforts of home s...

Trying Something New
2007-03-26, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Okay, so I'm in a new country and I don't want to dissappoint the locals. So, I tried Silkworm Larvae at Jackie's party. Well, if any locals are reading this I'll just say it was Mmm Mmm Good! However...

300
2007-03-18, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

Today we went and saw the new movie 300. I didn't enjoy watching ALL the characters played by Black actors get killed. That's just a pet peeve, I guess. Other than that, the movie is visually pleasing...

Jackie's B-Day
2007-03-26, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

I was tipped off about Jackie's party by another member of English Club. I guessed since I wasn't formally invited, I technically crashed it. I hope Jackie wasn't upset. If she was, she's a great actr...

This Morning
2007-04-05, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

I was out partying late, and hadn't been to sleep. It was early morning, and I hadn't anything else to do. I decided to take a stroll along the beach which is only a hop, skip, and jump away. I took t...

Dinner
2007-03-22, Pohang, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

So, I decided to make a trip to a local restaurant. Now, when I say local that's exactly what I mean. The restaurant was a hop, skip, and jump from outside my apartment complex. Anyways, I was feeling...

Thoughts on Arrival
2007-03-05, Incheon, Korea, South. By: lacalaw2

3/5/2007 Arrival at Incheon International Airport Upon arriving, I passed through Customs and then went to the baggage claim. The Customs representative seemed surprised to learn that I was an E...