That time I bought a bicycle...

This is my new bicycle, Jujubee. 

She's a bit shy, so leave her comments to make her feel at home. 

Now, a photo album for Juju's first outing..

At Global Island, which is at the Incheon National University. 

There's something tricky about this place though...

Straight from RUN DMC, "it's tricky," but really cool.

Then we stopped to get our work out on. Juju's all about staying in shape. 

After that, we stopped at the splash park to get cooled off. 

Nothing makes you feel like a kid again than the unexpected surge of water from a fountain. 

Juju took this pic of Lucy and I. 

A girl of many talents that Juju is. 

Then Juju's rumbling stomach led us to Angelonia's. 

The most adorable shabby-chic restaurant in Songdo. 

Juju and I can't remember the name of this treat, but it's popular with all the locals.

Shaved milk ice, red beans, and chunks of rice cakes. Delish. 

And, you can't have a successful first outing without stopping for some "bornless" chicken.

P.S. Five points to whoever can figure out what bornless is really supposed to say. 

And that's how you make a first outing unforgettable. 

Don't forget to let Jujubee know how adorable and fly she is. 

Me on the other hand, I think she's the mullet to my 80's outfit. 

Stay true, stay real. 

H. 

One month down...

I thought it only appropriate to celebrate my one monthaversary doing it Julie Andrews style with a
few of my favorite things.

And a quote from one of my kids.

"Teacher has green, yellow....and black eyes.  Like a flower."

Not exactly sure what flowers she has seen, but I'll take the compliment?



The awesome apartment buildings.




The beautiful flowers everywhere.
Literally, they're everywhere.

  

Being here with Lucy and Seth.

The art around Songdo.

Hanging out with these cuties all day.



And trying the new food.
(Seaweed wrapped around rice with a meat filling.
They're delicious and found at a local convenient store near you ;)



In this one month I have made acquaintances with some locals.

Traveled alone on the subway. 

Shakin' my groove thang in Seoul.

Spotted a very foiiine trainer at my gym.

And failed at cooking anything out of my comfort zone.

I'd say things are going to be pretty good from here on out.  

Stay true, stay real.

H.

Life Lately

In Gangnam.

 

 In Songdo.

(my current residence)

 

In Namdaemun.

 

 

Stay true, stay real.

H.

Adventures in Cooking

Cooking terrifies me.  I don't like it, and at this point I'm not sure I ever will. Like the saying goes, I can't take the heat, and I will gladly step out of the kitchen. 

But, living on my own limits me to two options: fast food or cooking. 

I'm all for eating fast food, when you don't have time to cook...unfortunately, I've lost all excuses to not have time, so I'm forcing myself to take a stab at this, not literally.  At this point in my life, a bowl of cereal or making scrambled eggs constitutes as a satisfactory meal (my future husband is so lucky).  Since those aren't necessarily the healthiest choices all the time, nor are they always appetizing, I've taken it upon myself to find some recipes.  Today's recipe was lemon seasoned tilapia with broccoli, or something like that.  Here are the results: 

I found a lemon seed within my tilapia/broccoli mix.  And, the tag was still on the garnished lemon.  

Progress people.  

Somewhere in France, someone is learning to be a sous chef, and it sure as hell isn't me. 

Stay true, stay real. 

H. 

Things Korean Kids Say 2

Kid 1: "That [turtle tail] looks like poop."

Kid 2: "Noo, poop doesn't have a face and legs..." 

Stay true, stay real.

H. 

Things Korean Kids Say

I decided I wanted to share with you all the wonderful things that come out of the Korean kids' mouths.  So, without further ado, here is entry one:

"Harry teacher." 

(Translation, Hilary Teacher) 

Stay true, stay real. 

H. 

Happy Birthday...a week later

My birthday was on June 5th and almost a week later I'm still receiving love from back home.  There's nothing like celebrating through a lovely card seven days late.  Cheers to being young and free.

Stay true, stay real. 

H.