Just watched a Washinton Post video of Dr. Jim Yong Kim on Leadership, and 2 things he said stood out:
1. "If you think this country owes you anything, you are crazy. You have to get a skill."
This was great advice from Dr. Kim's father, i wish I learnt this when I was much younger.
2. "Not just charisma, not just people who can produce interesting banter. It is the person who will take responsibility for a situation and move it to a place that was better than what it was before."
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/video/2010/03/31/VI2010033100606.html#
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Jeju, Jeju orange
http://www.cnngo.com/explorations/play/10-things-do-jeju-island-045157#disqus_thread
Jeju, this is where I plan to visit if I go to Korea again.
The last time I was in Seoul, Kim introduced me to the Jeju orange. They were relatively more costly than other local fruits, but they were very tasty, unforgettable.
Jeju, this is where I plan to visit if I go to Korea again.
The last time I was in Seoul, Kim introduced me to the Jeju orange. They were relatively more costly than other local fruits, but they were very tasty, unforgettable.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Wow! I am one of the 30 lucky winners....
...of the "Where is your Korea" event on The Korea Blog! Can't believe my good luck!
Here:
http://blog.korea.net/?p=1626
I love you Korea.
Here:
http://blog.korea.net/?p=1626
I love you Korea.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Congratulations on the opening of The Korea Blog
I can't recall how I was led to "The Korea Blog", but for this reason alone, I went snapping photos of "Korea" and decided to make my blog public. All previous posts and comments have been moderated to remove identities of persons.
http://blog.korea.net/?p=670
So here are photos of my "Korea":
In this neighborhood in Hong Kong is the Korean International School, a small Korean community, and a local supermarket lined with "Imported from Korea" groceries. I have tried the sesame oil, the ssamjang, the fish sauce, kimchi, citroen tea, rice cakes.......
http://blog.korea.net/?p=670
So here are photos of my "Korea":
In this neighborhood in Hong Kong is the Korean International School, a small Korean community, and a local supermarket lined with "Imported from Korea" groceries. I have tried the sesame oil, the ssamjang, the fish sauce, kimchi, citroen tea, rice cakes.......
Saturday, February 5, 2011
'새해 복 많이 받으세요'
That is Lunar New Year (Guljeong) greetings for those who celebrate lunar new year.
This post on yahoo travel brought back wonderful memories:
http://sg.travel.yahoo.com/inspirations/233-seouls-noryangjin-fish-market
No, I did not wear rain boots and go to the auction. We picked what we wanted and had a restaurant within the market prepared for us. My well-informed travel companion from Singapore advised that the lobster sashimi was fresh and great value, costing mush less than those in Hong Kong and Singapore.
The picture is what the orange creature we saw in Busan looked like in its ready to eat state. It smells fresh, a texture and taste I am unfamiliar with, and takes some getting used to. Its name is Meong-gae.
Don't miss Noryangjin market on your next trip to Korea, especially if you like seafood.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
What I did in summer
I took an extended summer break, from blogging, not Korea.
In the last 4 months, I learnt to make kimchi, and have since made several batches. Strange how each batch tastes different.....
I also received and read "Meeting Mr. Kim...". I share very similar sentiments about Korea as the author. Almost like words out of my mouth!
I made another trip to Korea, this time shorter, about 9 days. Yup, two trips to Korea within 6 months. This time it was Gangwon-do, the East Sea, Sokcho, Gangneung....as perfect as the first - perfect timing, perfect weather, wonderful people, great experience.... what more can I say?
One thing leads to another, have not felt so purposefully engaged in a long time.
Yesterday I heard another beautiful story which happened in Korea. It tells me that guardian angels do exist, miracles do happen, love overcomes obstacles and a grateful heart brings blessings.
And so I started to blog again, with love to Korea.
In the last 4 months, I learnt to make kimchi, and have since made several batches. Strange how each batch tastes different.....
I also received and read "Meeting Mr. Kim...". I share very similar sentiments about Korea as the author. Almost like words out of my mouth!
I made another trip to Korea, this time shorter, about 9 days. Yup, two trips to Korea within 6 months. This time it was Gangwon-do, the East Sea, Sokcho, Gangneung....as perfect as the first - perfect timing, perfect weather, wonderful people, great experience.... what more can I say?
One thing leads to another, have not felt so purposefully engaged in a long time.
Yesterday I heard another beautiful story which happened in Korea. It tells me that guardian angels do exist, miracles do happen, love overcomes obstacles and a grateful heart brings blessings.
And so I started to blog again, with love to Korea.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Extraordinary Korean Spirit as seen through 2010 World Cup Soccer
Commercials at Seoul subway stations to encourage Koreans to go to Seoul Plaza to support their World Cup soccer team.
"Where are you heading right now? You need to go to the Seoul Plaza to join supporting!"
"Korea is Shouting"
And support they showed. They showed up in throngs, rain or shine.
(Photo and translation: Kim)
“Korea Exits World Cup Gracefully”
“Korea’s run in this year’s World Cup has been nothing but extraordinary.”
“....achieved its aim of advancing to the knockout stage for the first time on foreign soil....”
“.....has made enough progress to stand shoulder to shoulder with the top teams in the world.”
“Korea's lively fans, widely known as the "Red Devils," have always brought extra excitement to the games and this time once again the fever has spread throughout the nation as well as the world.”
The Korean team’s fighting spirit and the fans’ spontaneity and strong support for their team are evident, not just in this World Cup event, but in almost every other arena where Korea fields a team.
In almost every article I read about Korea teams, whether sports, military or business, these terms often come up: “can-do” determination, respected, feared….... Koreans leave strong and unforgettable impression. And this spirit is contagious.
"Where are you heading right now? You need to go to the Seoul Plaza to join supporting!"
"Korea is Shouting"
And support they showed. They showed up in throngs, rain or shine.
(Photo and translation: Kim)
“Korea Exits World Cup Gracefully”
“Korea’s run in this year’s World Cup has been nothing but extraordinary.”
“....achieved its aim of advancing to the knockout stage for the first time on foreign soil....”
“.....has made enough progress to stand shoulder to shoulder with the top teams in the world.”
“Korea's lively fans, widely known as the "Red Devils," have always brought extra excitement to the games and this time once again the fever has spread throughout the nation as well as the world.”
The Korean team’s fighting spirit and the fans’ spontaneity and strong support for their team are evident, not just in this World Cup event, but in almost every other arena where Korea fields a team.
In almost every article I read about Korea teams, whether sports, military or business, these terms often come up: “can-do” determination, respected, feared….... Koreans leave strong and unforgettable impression. And this spirit is contagious.
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