Are we still counting days? If so, I’m currently at 397 here in Korea. Yes, that’s right, I did renew my contract. I have remained here in Wonju, and have been assigned the same schools to teach as last year. I am still in my apartment, which has now become cosier with a few more …
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It’s a bit nippy out…
Welcome to winter! Last week saw the first snowfall here in Korea for this season *cue EXO*, and it was apparently the heaviest snowfall for this time in 117 years. Well, I just made it through the hottest summer ever, so roll on the coldest winter, I guess! Wow. December. 292 days here in Korea …
Three days… Jongmyo Shrine, Christmas lights and the ultimate takeaway
Tonight is noisy. Without a doubt. I’m sat in bed watching TV and clear as day I can hear a crowd manically cheering somewhere in the neighbourhood. It’s 1.30am. Korea is playing in the World Cup and obviously winning right now. Even though it is freezing, I throw open the window to hear the sounds …
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A tale of two hikes – Taebaksan and Juwangsan
This is the story of two very different hikes. They take place just one day apart and in two separate national parks. However, like a broken record I will repeat myself once again, they were both 100% worth the time, effort and energy to hike and each brought to me unique experiences and feelings that …
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Kerry's Korean Quest 