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I have a German kid in one of my intensive classes!!! Seriously... My co teachers didn't tell me anything, except "This Simon kid is kind of ...troubled.." No mention that he only speaks German, not Korean or English! I met his mother outside of class and she apologized for his behavior. I asked her what his English name is and she responded with "he doesn't have an English name, that's why he's here, to learn English." I later find out his name is Simon, that sounds like English to me. He is a good kid, but he is easily bored and distracted. I kinda like having another European person in the room. Now I am not the only one they stare at!

EE-DAY-HO

Went to a Lotte Giants game on Thursday. We played the Kia Tigers and kicked some ass!! We left after 7 innings (14-2). They had this paper cutout of EE DAY HO. He is one of their star players. They have a great chant every time that he comes up to the plate. It is really fun to be at the games. They have chants and songs for anything and everything possible. Unfortunately we were sitting in the opponents section so we didn't get the full feel of the locals, but nevertheless, it was still awesome.

Camping Trip

We camped out near a temple. There is a beautiful creek and there were many people frolicking in the river. We had to cross the river to set up our tent, IT WAS COLD. We were woken up on Thursday morning by the mad screams of an old lady (ajumma) giving hell to some young campers who had set their tent up in front of hers. I didn't think people would get upset about that, being Korea and all! When we came out of the tent, we found that some one had parked in front of our tent.
People playing and picnicking on the river.


Suknam-sa is the name of this temple. It happens to be the only temple in Korea where there are only female monks. It is also one of the only temples where a temple stay is not allowed. It is so beautiful. Set right in between the mountains and a river. This temple also houses one of the oldest pagodas in Korea. You can see the pagoda in the picture.
Corn on the cob is a common snack in Korea. A monk gave us as a treat. It tasted kinda gross, sort like more rice.
The river that winds through the temple grounds.