this desire

I found an old notebook from college. During class, it wasn't unlike me to zone out. Often times I would just doodle in my notebooks. Today, I took a picture of a page out of this notebook. I'm not quite sure what year this was or even what class. I found notes from accounting, economics, political science and some kind of math. Anyhow, here it is:


In the bottom right corner with all the writing it says, "I want to travel, but I don't know where." This was just a few years ago. I am confident and truly believe that if I were to find notes from middle school or high school, or even notes between friends, I would find the same thing. I've always had a desire to travel. It was just never possible with such a large family. I've always loved road trips. I love camping. I love walking through new cities or parks. I love it. I am beyond excited at this point!

I signed up for the classes I will be taking in the fall. Choices were limited, but if I get the schedule I want then I will have no class on Thursdays and only a morning class on Fridays. I signed up for cultural internship discussion (required), korean writing, korean speaking, calligraphy, nutritious korean foods and introductory to documentary film. My two backup classes are understanding korean literature and korean american relations. Again, so excited!

SK Checklist:
- Join facebook group (never actually on my list, ha)
- Signed up for classes.
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More to come, Promise.

self-confidence

As I'm not leaving until August 25, I can't very well write about my experiences in South Korea. What I can write about are some reasons why I'm leaving. The next few posts will be reasons why I am traveling to South Korea. As the title states, this post is on self-confidence.

I grew up in a huge family. There were twelve of us living in one house at some point. There was always something to do, somewhere to go, ultimately, someone to hide behind. My parents have always been loving and supportive, amazing parents actually, but pretty easy going with me. My friends, whether I chose them or they chose me have always been exciting and easy to get along with. Collectively, I feel like these things have nurtured my lack of self-confidence. If you know me, you know that I lack this. Don't misread this though, I am happy in life and love the person I have become, but there are always things we wish we could change about ourselves. This is one for me. South Korea, in part, is a quest for me to improve on my qualities and trust more in myself and my abilities.

SK Checklist:
- Immigration Registration filled out and sent off.
- Plane ticket purchased. Leaving August 25 from San Francisco.
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More to come, Promise.

Firsties.

I will write something soon, promise.