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Zen on a Bike, at a Temple, in a Stream and in a Bowl of Bibimbap
Zen on a Bike, at a Temple, in a Stream and in a Bowl of Bibimbap TweetSome cynical person named “They” once said there is no such as a free lunch. Which, in the case of Tongdosa is true–unless you...
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Registration for June 8th Meeting OPEN!!
TweetWe are pretty excited about this one, Mamas & Papas are going to check out Gaemi Jip (개미집) in Sinsa dong. It was recommended to us a ways back on […]Makgeolli Mamas &...
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Plastic Surgery in Korea
Tweet I'd like to direct your attention to a excellent piece of writing by my friend Maggie of Maggie Moo Does Korea. It's about the cult of beauty and obsession with plastic surgery in Korea. I've...
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I’ll call this a “cake room” or 게익방.
I’ll call this a “cake room” or 게익방. TweetWhile some foreigners call these places “cake cafes,” I hesitate to do that, as there are no beverages for sale. Instead, I’ll call this a “cake room” or...
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The Great Gatsby
TweetIn the grand scheme of things, I was incredibly late to the book The Great Gatsby. It was only when a friend literally threatened to withdraw his friendship if I didn't read it, that I finally...
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Changnyeong to Bugok Hiking Trail
TweetHmmm do we really want to do this?!Cute dog hanging out on the top of Hahwang San!9.1 KM down 10.9 Km to go…!On Saturday David and I hiked from Changnyeong all the way to Bugok. This was a...
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KQCF: Seoul LGBT Film Festival Lineup and Times
TweetThe schedule is up for the 2013 Seoul LGBT Film Festival (SeLFF). Finally. I've compiled a list of the films that will play this year. Hope to see you there!Vito 비토: The story of Vito Russo,...
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Dr. Lee’s Sindong Makgeolli (이박사의 신동막걸리)
TweetName: Dr. Lee’s Sindong Makgeolli (이박사의 신동막걸리) Location: Daeheung (Mapo-gu) Reviewed by: Mama’s and Papa’s on: April 27, 2013 Thoughts: Nestled a few blocks from the Han river near Sogang […]Log...
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Spiced Roasted Black Soy Beans
TweetI thought life would slow down a bit after my fitness competition.I was wrong.It’s only gotten busier! I don’t even know where all my time goes- but it’s been so hard to find the time to blog!My...
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The Story of…Chilbulam Hermitage
TweetThe Seven Buddhas of Chilbulam Hermitage.Hello Again Everyone!!In yet another installment of The Story Of…, I thought I would next tell you about Chilbulam Hermitage on Mt. Namsan in Gyeongju.I...
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I don’t have a good caption for this picture. Sorry. This...
TweetI don’t have a good caption for this picture. Sorry. This shouldn’t make me laugh, but it does. About the girlHi, I'm Stacy. I am from Portland, Oregon, USA, and am currently living and teaching...
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Dr Lee’s Sindong Makgeolli (이박사의 신동막걸리) Photo Gallery
TweetMamas & Papas had a great time at this location, and we were even lucky enough to be filmed for a documentary about makgeolli on KBS TV. The food was […]Makgeolli Mamas &...
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KQCF: A Queer Weekend
TweetSince it is pride, a lot of parties are happening this weekend. Especially on Saturday. Three parties are happening in Hongdae. The official After Party is at Factory Underground. KQCF's website...
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Don’t Fear Abenomics, Korea
Don’t Fear Abenomics, Korea Tweet A few weeks ago in the JoongAng Daily, I co-authored the following editorial. (My co-author is one of my finest students, who can be found here on Twitter.) The...
View ArticleThe contract worker.
TweetA few silly things continue to go on at work, but I'm trying to make it a daily exercise to find it funny, at this point. Because there really is no point in getting angry or frustrated, if I can...
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People who are not in international couples: Stop.
People who are not in international couples: Stop. TweetNow that my Korean is improving, Busan is getting into the (much appreciated) habit of sending me little bits and bobs in Korean that he thinks...
View ArticleI hate computers.
TweetSo I suppose now is as good a time as any to get into what I've been working away on for the past month or so. I was going to wait until absolutely every last detail was ironed out and we were...
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Pride Bike Ride
TweetAnother option for pride this weekend is a Pride Bike Ride! Starting at 6:30 on June 1st from Gangnam station, Bike Party's 8th ride celebrating diversity. More info can be found on facebook....
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The Colors of Korea, a Collaborative Blogging Project
Tweet South Korea: a nation of kaleidoscopic vibrancy with a prowess to hypnotize any unsuspecting visitor with its technicolor features. While many might associate the Asian country with the colors of...
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Royal Vavi
Tweet On the sidebar to the right of this post is a link to an online shop called Royal Vavi. It sells clothes and accessories for toddlers, and is run by a certain Korean brother-in-law of mine. I...
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