The Unthinkable

Life doesn't always go as planned and these past couple of months I have had an up close and personal experience with that. When I ventured off to Korea in July of 2008 I planned on being here for two years and then returning to the states. A couple months into my stay circumstances back home changed, so I was less inclined to return home after two years in Korea. Over the course of my time here I've come to love living outside of the states. I miss a lot of people and aspects of American life, but the international educator lifestyle is great.

For quite some time now I've planned on finishing my contract here (June 2010) and then moving to another country to work at another international school - hopefully in Europe. I applied to approximately 15 schools and attended a job fair in London. No results. A potential offer with a school in London fell through after their current counselor decided to stay. My interviews with a school in Zurich went well, but they wanted someone with UK university experience. The American School of the Hague wanted a female counselor. And, well, some schools just weren't interested in me.

Here I am now with no other options for a job. My current school has been kind in allowing me extra time to find other employment, but they finally said time is up, and I have to decide what I'm going to do. It's either sign for another year here in Korea or face the possibility of unemployment or having to take a job for 2 years in a country that I don't want. So I'm signing on for another year in Korea. I never thought I'd be spending 3 years here in Korea, as two has been more than enough! But circumstances change, therefore, plans have to change. My attitude has been very negative towards the thought of staying here another year, but I must change that now because it's a reality. My situation is great compared to many others. I have a good job, I get to travel a lot, and I'm able to save money - that's a nice combination :) I am working on changing my attitude, and seeing the ways that I can benefit by being in Korea for another year. Wish me luck! :)

Funny Blog

This is a blog I came across. I love it because I enjoy taking pictures of passed out people here in Korea. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do....

http://blackoutkorea.blogspot.com

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Well this weekend did not go as I had hoped. I left without a new job for next school year. I was on the verge of receiving an offer from Zurich International School (my dream school/job), but obviously that didn't happen. This job fair was like one kick after the next to my nuts. Ouch. Right now I feel quite defeated. Sure there are still options out there, but who knows. The best place and best odds to get a job is at a recruiting fair, and that didn't happen for me. Anyways, doing my best not to be self-loathing. If something is going to happen, I have to make it happen. London was cool though. English speakers and good beer :)

Off To London

It's Thursday night here in Korea and I'm packing two suits and few other things in order to head off to London tomorrow morning . For three days I'll be attending an international school job fair in hopes of landing a job somewhere in Europe. I'm nervous. I'm excited. I'm wondering if any school is going to pick me up or not. It seems like everyone around me is confident that I'll get offered a job, but who knows...

As much as I want to leave Korea, I know I'm going to miss this place. The reality of a potential move hit me tonight while I've been packing. I'm actually sad. But this is normal and it will pass. I look forward to the possibilities of so many new experiences that come along with a new job in a new country.

We'll see what happens...

Nepal

At the top of Island Peak - 20,305 ft

I could write a short novel about my trip to Nepal, but I'm lazy now, so I'll be brief. Nepal was AMAZING. Nearly every aspect of the trip was perfect...the only that wasn't was two days of altitude sickness. Seeing Mount Everest, going to Everest Base Camp, and climbing Island Peak were all dreams come true. For now, here is a link to some pictures. I will post more.

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=47025&id=1393045053&l=f137bcfef3

Last night I met a girl and fell in love only to find out she had a boyfriend :(

Okay, I didn't really fall in love last night, but I was floored by this girl. She was Korean by ethnicity, but Canadian by culture and upbringing. A perfect combination of personality and beauty. Damn...haha.

News

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