An island and 3/4

This past weekend we escaped to the an island called Bijindo. It is amazing how easily you can escape here in Korea. They offer a variety of landscapes to get you out of the city rush and into the island life... :) It seems that Koreans are constantly working and often they forget to take a rest. OR when they do take a rest they spend their entire weekend doing so just before heading back into another hectic work week. Since I have been a part of this Korean work ethic (working 9-7:30 everyday), it was time for a weekend of relaxation. 

After an hour bus ride and an hour ferry we arrived on the island of Bijindo. Nearly 60 foreigners from Changwon (my hometown) filed off the ferry and directly onto the beach. We all set up our tents on the beach and proceeded to enjoy a perfect May day. Now for all my dear friends family back in the Minnesota/North Dakota area, I realize that your spring has been a late coming thing but here in Korea spring is in full swing.

The next 24 hours were filled with sun, soju (Korean rice liquor very similar to vodka), and sand. Away from the sounds and demands of a bustling metropolis we were able to sit and contemplate things other than work. It also provided us with the opportunity to continue and strengthen this community that Changwon boasts. I will admit that sometimes it is quite easy to take it for granted, but this weekend reminded me of how much I appreciate community. During the night when we were all sitting around the fire, I just sat to simply take in the view of all these fantastic people from across the globe taking time to just be. 

Rosemary and me taking in the sun.

On another note I have been in Korea for 8 months. 8 MONTHS!!!!! This means I am 2/3 finished with my contract and now I really need to begin a serious thought about what I will do after I finish my job here. I have spent countless hours and discussion on this topic and I am still clueless. I would definitely welcome any prayers, positive vibes, or supportive thoughts. I guess I will just have to open my heart and my ears to where I am being called to next.

Until next time...