Korean arm covers

A common trend in Korea- arm covers.


Why? Because unlike the favored tan look in the states, Koreans don't really like to get dark. The whiter and "milkier" they look, the better. 


Anthony bought a couple packs to help protect his arm from further sunburning (as you can see in the first picture.). These can be bought almost anywhere and for super cheap. I think he paid 50 cents to a dollar for his pair. 


 At first it looks a little weird and appears that it would be hot wearing it all day, or even uncomfortable. But he says it actually feels cool on his arm and really does help from further burning. You'll also see many of bus and taxi ajusshis wearing these so that their driver's arm don't turn out darker than the other. Pretty clever....

Seoul's "dark" side

When the sun lays low the lights come out to glow.

Walking down the street at night is just beautiful here. The smell of Korean bbq is in every direction, food stands around every corner, noribangs just when you need them, soju bottles clanking in the air, and the sound of friends getting together for a good time. This place never sleeps and that's what I love about it.

Korea so far- My week in a snap

 These pants I tried on at the Loft were so comfortable. I pictured myself all snuggled on the airplane ride to Korea in comfort and "style," until my friend exclaimed that they looked a lot like over priced ajima pants. It's safe to say that I saved her and everybody else what ever embarrassment I might have caused by wearing these out and about. The mannequin pulled them off pretty well, so I thought I could too. What do you think?

Polham. Hadn't heard of this brand until I came here. That could also be because it's a Korean brand based out of Korea, but trying  (in my opinion) to market as a western brand. I mean, have you seen the models they use on their advertisement and website? Resembles and reminds me a lot like Abercrombie & Fitch mixed with some Ralph Lauren. Anywho, Anthony and I were given these two Polham (couple) tees as a gift from our good friend, Geonwoo. Yay! Finally, our first official couple tee set. And just as I was starting to think we weren't blending in enough. 

I like to paperer myself every now and then. These are perfect for those hot and humid days that gets my face all puffy and red.. I buy every kind there are, not that I think they have any affect on me. They just feel cool and relaxing.

 Younmi was so sweet and gave me this cute little pig wrist support. She must know how attached I am to the computer.

Had some lip smacking jajamyun for lunch. 

A roll of kimbap on the go. I can't express enough just how much I love the fact that Korea has food around every street corner.

View from the hotel room.

Ponyo- my halfmoon betta fish

He's a true ninja. I've had him for 2 1/2 years now and he's still ticking. I swear he has characteristics of a dog. When I come home from work everyday he swims right towards the bowl, stares and waits for me. I think he knows it's his feeding time. Smart fella, I tell ya. He follows fingers too- talented!

Ramen for dinner

Sometimes something so simple can be so good.

I've been on the move

Man, oh man, have I been busy. I barely managed to get my regular 7-8 hours of sleep in the last month. My face is starting to show for it with the unwelcome pimples and puffy face. My healthy eating habit pretty much disappeared and my yoga routine has not been exercised. I need to get back on track, snap back into it!


My month in a flash....


- As you all know, I'm still hooked on Fashion King. Come on episode 11! I don't know who's side to pick, Jung Jae Hyuk or Kang Young Gul......I'm torn at this point. I noticed Viki.com updates the sub episodes quicker than MySoju.com.  Next show on my list, King 2 Hearts. Thanks to the recommendation from my friend, Mai Nhia Thao (MNT), I'll be glued to the computer screen for another couple of hours a day.


- My birthday passed. While last year was spent eating sushi, gambling some play money, and dancing the night away, this year was a little more toned down. There was delicious Korean food, soju, and some friendly competitive bowling. Pictures soon to come.


- My best friend is having a baby. This leaves me with the responsibility of throwing her THEE best baby shower. Can you guess what theme we came up on? That's right- Hello Kitty. 


- Work has been steadily busy. I can't wait for the summer to come and calm this storm out.


- Oh. I applied for a job. Even though I love what I do now I always wonder what it would be as a Flight Attendant. Yep, I did it. Do I think I'll actually get it? Probably not. I think I did it just on a whim, an impulse. A friend of mine told me about it and we applied together. Now looking back, I wish it was for an international airline. Domestic is alright, but........we all know how crummy our American airlines can be. One word: Rude! 


- Speaking of flying, I'll be going to Korea again in two days! That's right. I can't wait! I swear, one day I'll wind up living there.


- I'm sad that Picnik.com closed down. Really sad. I've been using that picture program ever since I discovered it. What I am to do now?? Any recommendations on other good free photo editing sites?


- I finally cooked that Trader Joe's Kimchi Fried Rice. It was pretty good, surprisingly. Definitely worth the $2.69 and the time saved from making it from "scratch." (not that it takes that much effort to begin with.) I updated my post with some pictures.


- I've been doing some more hiking on my days off. I've been getting this urge lately to be more.....outdoorsy. 


- Have you tried Sean T's "Insanity" workout? It is so intense. My throat burns with exhaustion every time I finish. I can only do 15 minutes comfortably at a time. Yeah, I'm still a rookie.


- Next year (aside from visiting France again) I want to backpack Korea. I've never done the whole backpacking thing, but it's currently gained my interest and I'm doing some Googling on it.


- I picked up this book two days ago after a recommendation from a coworker. I'm already half way through and all I can say is, my oh my. Definitely rated M for Mature. I just had to see for myself what the hype was with this "bestseller." 

Berry Pink Samsung Galaxy Note

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So I really want this phone........like now. If you just so happen to be in Korea could you please send me one? How about pretty please?