Creative Ways of Passing the Time

Not too long ago we noticed the little boy on the 3rd floor as we came home ... chucking stuff out his 3rd story window! We stood and watched for a LONG time ... as did a few of the neighbors ... wondering where his mother could have been!?

Notice all the stuff on the ground already ... and this scene didn't stop right away! That evening, however, we saw his big sister (maybe 5 years old) cleaning up his mess!

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Everland, Where Everyday is a Holiday!

We headed out to one of Seoul's amusement parks this past Saturday, Everland. Cory had been there once before for a teacher's conference, but hadn't really gotten to enjoy the park. I had never been there and when some of our friends suggested we go we both jumped at the chance!

We had perfect weather, really. It was overcast all day, which kept it cooler than usual. We didn't get a group picture on our camera - but we had a blast with Eddy, Nate & Jess, and Tae Hwa.

Take a look at the shirts these 3 wore that day ... Nate's is in English and might give you a clue of what the other 2 say. If you can guess the meaning of Nate's or Cory's we'll send you something special from Korea! (Kimchi, anyone?)

Two Years Today ...

It has been two years since Cory and I officially committed our lives to each other, and as the time passes the time we have together gets sweeter and sweeter!

Here is a clip from a movie - it is the song (one of the songs) that Cory sang to me when he proposed ... please watch and enjoy!

Happy Anniversary, Cory! I STILL want to grow old with you!!!

Friends and Family

I just returned from 3 weeks in the States during which I was able to see so many family members and friends. My best friend, Cory, couldn't go with me, so I was SO ready to return to Korea, but I am so thankful for the time I had to spend with people who mean so much to him and I.

I flew into BWI and stayed the next day with Pastor Curtis, Miss Janet, and 3 of their 4 children. Their family has and will always be very special to me.

I flew out to Wichita and spent several days with my Dyck family. Although Cory wasn't there, it was a wonderful time with his family and we had lots of fun (and ate lots of good food!)

Cory's cousin, Sabrina, had her new little baby girl while I was there! Here is Grandma (Aunt Maryann) and Ava, one day old.

While in Wichita I was able to ride with Dad Dyck up to Kansas City and see one of our friends from Korea. Sharon is getting ready to go to Hungary to do aid work.

I left Wichita, met my mom in Charleston, WV, and then flew down to Orlando for a few days to visit my mom's parents.
I drove to Richmond, VA to see Michael and Rebecca Saunders, our good friends from Guam. Actually, Cory was in their wedding because they were college buddies. They are expecting a baby in September!

My dad, who normally never rests. We enjoyed family time around his latest creation - corn hole.

Josh and his girlfriend, Mandy. It was great to finally meet her!

Mom preparing fresh cut flower arrangements for the baby shower we had for my brother R.D. and his girlfriend, Jenn.

While in PA/MD I got a chance to see my best friend since 1st grade, Wendy.

I barely got to see her, but I was able to spend a few hours with my dear friend since high school, Jennifer. We worked together at State Farm and will be friends for LIFE.

R.D. and Jenn (and baby) at the baby shower. It was GREAT to finally meet Jenn! Their baby is also due in September.

I got to spend some time with my Aunt Anita while in WV and in PA - here she is with my dad (her brother) at the baby shower.

I didn't get pictures with everyone I saw, and there are many stories to tell. Hopefully this was an interesting taste of what I did while I was away.

To those of you whom I didn't get to see, I am sorry. The 3 weeks was a blur and I tried to fit in as much as possible, but I still didn't get to see everyone. I still haven't figured out exactly how to make it all fit in!