April 7th, 2006 Dave and I Came To Korea For The First Time

Check out the new hairdoo! What do you think? People here including most of the students are saying, "Beckham hair!"

It is quite phenomenal when you think about how global a sport's figure can be like David Beckham. I guess Real Madrid knew what they were doing when they signed him. Unfortunately though, the club have won NOTHING since he signed with them! Not even a Spanish Cup or a League title. But $$$$$$ wise, Real Madrid are raking in the dough and so is Mr. Beckham himself.

Dave and I arrived on a nice Spring Korean morning, 6 years ago last Friday. It was a long trip getting there, but we were both thrilled about the adventure ahead. I don't think Dave or I could have dreamed of the fun and the great time we would encounter in another country.


Dave has been here for the whole 6 years. I, however, went back to Canada for a 3 year stint and yes, I can call it that!!!!! It was a long 3 years waiting to get back to Korea and back to this lifestyle.

When you talk to people about an English teacher's lifestyle here, it really is difficult to explain at the best of times, as only the people that have done this kind of thing before, can really understand where you are coming from. People often think we are making things up when we tell them some of the stories.

All I can say is that there have been great times, good times, so-so times and very few bad times here in Korea. The hardest part was coming the first time. Once we had done that, the rest was actually quite easy and I must say a 'blast.'

I hope to be having a pint with Dave when we are in our 'healthy' 90s. That would truly be a testament to our great lifestyle and 'stress-free' life..... well, somewhat anyway... Is that even possible nowdays though?

Dave also has a blog now. Don't forget to check it out. The link is on the main page. Just click on the link that says, "Dave Anjema's Blog" and it will take you there.