tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1686577761647636863.post4683490083840577963..comments2023-10-04T06:18:47.704-04:00Comments on *Chopsticks Not Included: An American in SeoulSoohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07424964631493987311noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1686577761647636863.post-80727097578820560412011-06-17T22:03:44.204-04:002011-06-17T22:03:44.204-04:00I think the homeland tour is fantastic. You'll...I think the homeland tour is fantastic. You'll be with other people who are experiencing the same things you will probably be feeling. A great way to support yourself on this first venture to Korea.<br /><br />We were in Seoul last month and what we were able to see in a week really amazed us. The people are truly the most generous and kind we've ever encountered. I am so proud that our son comes from there, and I hope you will be proud that it's your country too. <br /><br />Can't wait to hear your take on it all. Best wishes and I hope you will start to find what you are looking for. Be kind to yourself!Pixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17742248761172865856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1686577761647636863.post-65717943458101536422011-06-06T01:48:40.586-04:002011-06-06T01:48:40.586-04:00I also did a homeland tour, back in 1999, and I...I also did a homeland tour, back in 1999, and I've made my peace now with the reasons that made me go and the problems I faced upon my return. If you ever need anyone to talk to, don't hesitate to get in touch. <br /><br />I'm here because your blog was linked on a Korean Adoptee blogroll, and I'm trying to rally the KAs to check out my new website, The Lit Pub, where today I am talking about mother-loss, about adoption, about daughter-loss and stillbirth. <br /><br />Our goal is to connect people, to introduce readers to authors, and to discuss all our shared experiences together in an effort to connect. <br /><br />I hope you and your readers will come check us out, and I hope you're having a wonderful time in Korea. Safe travels home. . . . <br /><br />Yrs,<br />Molly<br /><br />P.S. Today's post is here: http://thelitpub.com/chapter-one-the-chronology-of-water/Molly Gaudryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11618385087450683359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1686577761647636863.post-88570672944927591202011-06-05T14:51:17.527-04:002011-06-05T14:51:17.527-04:00Yes, there is always someone at KoRoot. Lots of Ko...Yes, there is always someone at KoRoot. Lots of Korean volunteers who work there, there's always adoptees there too. If you go around noon, you can stay for lunch too! Staying there is awesome, it's like you never have to travel alone, because you'll be staying with friends!Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07891216774810639114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1686577761647636863.post-20541138143613456792011-06-04T10:59:30.683-04:002011-06-04T10:59:30.683-04:00Haha, point and grunt. I can do that if need be! ...Haha, point and grunt. I can do that if need be! And I know that I'll inevitably be different in a lot of ways. The clothing will probably give me away as I am not high fashion at all and don't even plan on bringing heels with me. :)<br /><br />Can I really drop by KoRoot just to visit? That sounds great--I might have to do that now! Thanks so much for all of your insight!Soohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424964631493987311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1686577761647636863.post-91395613022881560322011-06-03T04:17:15.726-04:002011-06-03T04:17:15.726-04:00OMG I'm so excited for you!! You'll love i...OMG I'm so excited for you!! You'll love it! But just a heads up. They'll know you're not Korean from Korea...American's carry themselves differently than Koreans do. We dress differently too. You'll stand out. I did. But, although you may try to be more Korean, the Korean girls are all trying to be more American, to follow the American trends. <br /><br />Don't worry so much about the language, if you stay in Seoul, most everyone (expect taxi drivers) speaks a little English. If not, just point and grunt. But if you can read, that helps :)<br /><br />As for Korean height....I'm 5'6'' and I felt I was average. There are some HUGE Koreans!!!! Plus all the girls wear heels, they dress to impress. <br /><br />But your trip/culture shock will start as soon as you board the plane. I flew Asiana airlines, and immediately the flight attendants assumed I spoke Korean. But that was the only time people thought I was Korean. But be open minded and have a great time!!! Take tons of pictures!!!! Stop by KoRoot if you get a chance!Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07891216774810639114noreply@blogger.com