February 22, 2012

One year ago, on February 22, 2012, Kyle and I hopped on a plane for a direct flight to Seoul. About 14 hours later, we landed and began our adventure of living in a different country. It's been one year, and we have learned and seen and done so much. Ups and down, left and rights; we've seen it all! It's been a great year! ( But we are really, really looking forward to coming home to see you all!) See you soon America!

Kyle and Minji

This is Minji, Kyle's favorite. She was loving this, as you can see.

새해 복 많이 받으세요!!

It is Lunar New Year, and in Asia, this holiday is almost bigger than the January 1st celebration that we are familiar with. All the families get together, dress in traditional Korean outfits, and bow to the elders with wishes of good fortune. The phrase "새해 복 많이 받으세요" (pronounced "say-hay-bok-manee-pa-doo-say-yo"....say that 5 times fast!) translates to "many good wishes for the new year". The kids were excited because they celebrated at school with lots of games and activities. We are excited because we also got a three-day weekend. So Happy Lunar New Year everyone!

Charlie

Sarah

Candy

Sunny

Ryan

Aaron

Linsey

June

Ashley

Pisces Class photo (minus Amy and Belle who were absent that day)

We had an arm wrestling contest for the 5 and 6 year olds, and my student, Aaron, beat all of his competitors to win first place! They gave him this medal necklace and Kyle and another teacher carried him around the 2nd floor. It was very exciting, and we were very proud of Aaron!