December

My mother reminded me tonight that I've been pretty lazy in terms of writing on the blog. In my defense I do have my personal journal that I write in, as well as, I've started writing a journal in Korean for good practice. But all in all December and the end of 2009 was great. My birthday was lovely and involved a lot of close friends and a lot of delicious food.

Christmas was lovely and relaxing as well. Nina came over and we ate all day and it wasn't until 10 that we started cooking Christmas dinner (which included all the necessary fixins). We managed to stuff it down, though.

New Years was a quiet one at home with Mike. New Years Eve isn't really a big deal to me anymore except for the fact that it's when Mike and I had our first date (though we didn't officially start dating until months later). I was happy for my quiet New Years Eve when I showed up to work (yes, I had to work NY's day) refreshed and everyone else was tired from getting home at 8 am. I just really don't have those kinds of nights in me anymore. I have the gift (?) of foresight. I now realize just how tired I'll be if I stay out really late and that tends to ruin my good time. When exactly did I get so old?

Probably the best thing for me about winter this year is that we have snow. It's sparse, but it's here and it hasn't melted in well over a week. It's funny watching people having trouble walking on the snow. Seriously, there are like 5 centimeters on the ground and they're walking around like a baby giraffe being born at the ice capades.

I was talking about New Years Resolutions with my kids and I don't think they got it. Best one told to me in class was: "My New Years Resolution is to find more money on the street." I mean, I hope it works out for the kid, but I don't think that's something you can will to happen. Though I never read the Secret.

See below for some highlights of the season thus far.

Outside you can always see cell phone displays. Mike and I were actually wondering yesterday how far you are from being able to purchase a cell phone in Korea at any given time. Conclusion, maybe 8 seconds? Anyways, these phones got the worst of the "storm".

That is Nina and I. Nina was excited about the snow, but is one of those people who do not know how to walk on it.

Our tree! See all the presents!?

Saturday subway goers herded into the car. I think after I took this picture a girl told me to enjoy my visit in Korea. I guess she assumed I was a tourist, and I think I sometimes come off as one because I'm always amazed by the awesomeness of this place.

I've shrunk! Beside this giant door is a delicious cupcake store. They only stay open until the cupcakes they have made are gone. Thus, usually, not for very long. This was taken before one of my NY's Resolutions to get healthy was made. Other one is to study more Korean.

Miss and love.