Departure.

I will be boarding a plane to Seoul on January 20th, arriving late afternoon on the 21st.

I am extremely excited to experience a new culture, get back to teaching, learn what it is like to live alone, reside in a completely different culture, make new friends and find happiness in all of my travels during my time abroad.

I'm sad to be leaving behind family, friends and Portland. I know they will all be here when I get back and that I will be staying in touch with those that are close to me, so leaving is still positive.

I find myself thinking about where I want to study Education when I get back... why would I question something so big when it is most likely a year and a half from now? My mind wanders sometimes, and the future is something it likes to focus on.

I bought a book on basic Korea phrases, hopefully it will come in handy while I struggle to learn the language! I figure that it will be most helpful when I am shopping for groceries, especially fresh produce... but who knows finding a pub is just as important.

Packing is easy. Leaving everything behind is hard. Knowing that I am going to have a great time abroad is something that has always and will always excite me.

Let the adventures begin!