On a happier note, I got to go out for one of my favorites, dak galbi, on Thursday night. I think I've already described it, but for anyone who missed that entry, dak galbi is chicken, lettuce, rice cakes, and very very spicy sauce, which is best when eaten rolled up in lettuce leaves. It is cooked right at your table (in the middle of it, to be specific). My favorite part is the cheesy rice they make afterwards, using more of the sauce and, of course, an egg.
I didn't find out until Wednesday that this was a three-day weekend (Friday was the anniversary of D-Day, which is a holiday here). Thus, I didn't bother to make plans to go away. Since I stayed in Gyeongju, I was able to go to church on Saturday. I like the church I attend, mostly because the Koreans are so friendly. I just wish the English service was at a more convenient time!
Even though I didn't go anywhere, I still had a pleasant weekend. I recently discovered a local bookstore with a very small section of books in English (a rare treat, believe me), so I read two books this weekend, which was wonderful. If I could read books for a living, I would do it in a heartbeat! I also had a chance to call my parents, who are on vacation in Vancouver. I really miss getting to take vacations with my parents. We had our squabbles, and at times I admit I thought separate vacations might suit us better, but the memories are great.
Well, the headache is getting worse, so I'm going to go medicate myself and head for bed. I just hope it's gone before I face my kindergartners tomorrow.
Roses are currently blooming in profusion all over Gyeongju - I love walking past and inhaling the heavenly scent of all the blossoms!
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