So, who is really really frustrated with their precarious position within South Korea? ME!
Today is Chuseok. The Korean version of Thanksgiving. For me, this means going to the supermarket, Lotte Mart, and to McDonalds. Now let me explain my relationship with Mickey Ds. I do not like to purchase food from them. However, today, the French Fries were delicious. I have been craving salt for way too long. Never in my life have I looked forward to a snack at McDonalds or been so satisfied that I had eaten there.
Other than being way too American during this traditional Korean holiday I have been worrying about my next step. I am looking in the United States for a job just in case Asia does not work out. But, I am also looking for teaching jobs in South Korea with bosses who would actually go up to bat for me and find out what I need to do to placate the immigration office. It would be really nice to work for someone with a modicum of intelligence or gumption not to mention a working knowledge of english.
Right now the best prospect is a school system for which a friend of mine works. I would not be working in the same school, but at least I could ask her for some advice. I really hope this works out. But, considering my luck in the land of the morning calm, I am not holding my breath.
Anyway, everyone have a happy Chuseok and enjoy all of the American food that I am not capable of obtaining.
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