This is a true test of my descriptive writing skills. The past couple months have been dominated by talk of my trip to Africa and climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, but I recently took a much shorter and more drama-filled trip to Thailand in the middle of February. **Quick disclaimer: For those who might be wondering how …
Second semester ended with 방학식, the principal’s official send-off for winter vacation and the following day I was on a flight to Kenya, by way of China and Thailand. I’ve been referring to my Africa trip for about 6 months now: the ascent of Kilimanjaro, our fundraising efforts for Crater Creations and the Maasai Kisharu …
The surreal journey of my bike began weeks ago, the seed of a dream to have suitable Nathan-sized transportation at my disposal overseas in Korea. In the past, together we have survived some testing situations and bonded through those struggles. When we first crossed paths, he was already 10 years or so my senior, a …
Going home to the U.S. after a year of not standing on American soil, I knew that I would experience some funny and surprising moments. Barely in town 24 hours and at least three people I had never seen before were waving intimately at me as I walked down the street or calling out “hello” …
Like neurons firing around the brain, rays of sun penetrating stubborn summer clouds, or the loading pixels of this screen, my memories from the past 12 months are constantly flashing in and out of focus. The good, the bad, and the uniquely Korea come to mind among them. I’ve taken a creative hiatus from this …