Category Archives: Korea
Sayonara Michael … ;_;
You were one of the most original, creative, unique entertainers that this world has ever or will ever see.
Sadly the more amazing you are in this world the more shit people give you. People can criticize your looks and call you a molester (even though you were found innocent and you must be extra skeptical of accusers who stand to gain a LOT with their accusations.) But none of that can overshadow the fact that Michael gave more to this world than almost anyone. I grew up with him, and even now that I live on the other side of this planet I still sing his songs along side Japanese people at karaoke who know him just as well as I do.
It’s ironic that just this past Monday my 7th graders watched a video about the making of "We Are the World" a project that Michael played a significant role in.
I will definitely do a lesson about Michael Jackson to ensure that my students, who grew up after his era, understand his great contributions and don’t just see the distorted images that the media loved to paint.
I’ll miss you man … お疲れさまでした。さようならポップの王様。
William Milberry
Continuing Korea cuteness
Even though I was only there for a few days in one city that has a distinctive feel from the rest of Korea because it is a major port city, I really loved the country and the people. The thought actually occurred to me that I might like to try living there some day …
As a sequel to my last cute photo from Korea, here is an adorable Korean child I couldn’t resist snapping a photo of. I had my camera aimed at her when she looked right at me and I took the shot.
Hugs in Korea
I’ve been pretty lazy about posting my photos from my trip to Pusan, South Korea and Taipei, Taiwan. I had such an amazing experience and saw so many great things. I guess instead of posting photos like it was a sight-seeing vacation, I’ve been contemplating and taking in everything I saw and experienced, which was enough to change my views about this world and human interactions (for the better!)
I went to Pusan and Taiwan alone. I went alone so I could be more approachable by the locals and interct with them more naturally and really experience the places first hand. Having another English speaker, while fun in most cases, makes you less approachable and somehow keeps you in your own world to a certain extent. I did meet some friends in Taipei who were also there traveling, but didn’t really spend time with them (sorry guys!)
Below are two girls in Pusan offering free hugs in a crowded shopping and entertainment district. I made sure to get my free hugs!
Christmas Eve dinner in Pusan, South Korea!
As I mentioned in a previous post, I decided to spend Christmas in South Korea 
I had the most AMAZING Christmas eve dinner EVER. I wandered into a little restaurant in a shady looking part of the city of Pusan and pointed to something that looked good on the menu (I know ZERO Korean.) It was kimchee chigae – a spicy kimchee soup with beef and tofu in it and a ton of those AMAZING side dishes they Koreans give you. It was one of the most delicious meals I’ve ever had and filled me so full I was going to burst.
One thing I’ve learned is that you find the best food in the most average or mediocre neighborhoods and small restaurants. I always look for places like this when I travel and am more often than not greeting with great meals.
The amazing thing … it was only 5,000 won or about $5.34!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Korea was AWESOME. I’ll post more photos soon. I might not get around to it until the new year though because on Friday I leave to Taiwan!!!! I’m spending New Years in Taipei, w00t!!!
I’ve decided a normal life is boring … I want to see the world now
