Tag: korea
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Korea Trip – Part 14: Time To Go Home
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On April 14th (day 15), we packed up and headed home. The kids played with their cousins and said their goodbyes to their aunts and uncles. My mom was staying in Korea for another 6 weeks with her sister. My dad was heading home to Michigan, and although we left separately, we ran into him…
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Korea Trip – Part 13: Last Night in Seoul
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After the party, the cousins rallied for one last night together in Seoul. There was typical eating and drinking. Sandor and Jen had early flights in the morning, but Sandor wanted to make the most of his 40-hour trip. We almost went home, but he convinced me, Patty, Lou, Millie and Myung to go out…
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Korea Trip – Part 12: Uncle’s 80th Birthday Party
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I mentioned that one of the reasons for our trip to Korea was to celebrate my mom’s oldest brother’s 80th birthday (all related through my aunt). On Saturday, April 13th (day 14), we all met at the Imperial Palace Hotel for pictures with the family. The party was actually 3 celebrations: two 70th birthdays and…
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Korea Trip – Part 11: Lunch with Jiyong
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On Saturday, April 13th (day 14), we had lunch with Jiyong, Yeonoo, and Kiwon. Unfortunately, Gina had to work and could not join us. This would be the last time we would see them on our trip, so we were glad to be able to get together. Yeonoo went off to study (on a Saturday),…
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Korea Trip – Part 10: National Museum
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On Friday, April 12th (day 13), Grace, Jen and I took the kids to the National Museum in Seoul. They had some really well-done exhibits for the kids. There were also many interactive activities and crafts to keep them busy there for a while. It was probably the most engaging touristy thing they experienced on…
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Korea Trip – Part 9: Paying Respects to Im Grandparents
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Almost exactly 10 years ago, my maternal grandfather passed away in Korea. My parents came to San Francisco and we flew together to Seoul from here. I don’t recall exactly why, but Jen was not able to coordinate with us and the timing didn’t allow for her to make the trip. When we arrived at…
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Korea Trip – Part 8: Lotteworld with Haus and Dinner with Ims
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On Wednesday, April 10th (day 11), we went out with Liz and Clarence’s family. We tried to go to the Children’s Park, but it was mostly closed for renovations. We changed plans and went to Lotte World. We were advised not to go there on a weekend, but Wednesday was very managable. The longest line…
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Korea Trip – Part 7: Back to Seoul and Anniversary Dinner
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On Tuesday, April 9th (day 10), we started the day cheering on the Michigan Wolverines in the NCAA championship. Clarence and his family were touring in Kwangju, so he was gracious enough to let us use his Slingbox again. Ironically, he did want to watch part of the game, so we Facetimed the TV from…
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Korea Trip – Part 6: Visit to Kwangju
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The last time I visited Korea was 10 years ago in July for my paternal Grandmother’s funeral. She lived her entire life in Korea, and thus I didn’t have many chances to see her or get to know her well. She visited the states when I was very young and I didn’t visit her until…
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Korea Trip – Part 5: Seoul with the Rhees
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On Sunday, April 7th (Day 8), we spent time with my dad’s family, including my aunt, my cousins, and their families. We all met at the hotel and then went to a historic area of Seoul where there are many traditional houses. Like any good tourist trap, we paid to see the inside of one,…