So, hey guys! How are you?
I've just finished the most heart-wrenching movie I have ever watched. It killed me inside, but I am back, in pieces and shreds to talk to you guys! *grabs a tissue to wipe the mascara filled tears* It's called "Train to Busan." I wouldn't recommend to young audiences or to people who are afraid of gore/traumatic scenes. It is not rated yet, but it was very sad and contains some swearing (in Korean) as well as lot of blood/gore. T T
Anyways, Korean school, yes, it's been a journey. Today was actually the last day of the semester, can you believe it? I've learned so much-learned how to overcome some of my fears, Korean, and had an overall good experience. Today, when I walked into class, I was surprised to find out that today was the day of finals. I had no idea, I had not studied and I was freaking out!!!!!
We had to read a couple of paragraphs, and I thought that it would be a great idea to volunteer to go first. Oh Momo. *sigh* You sure have the brightest ideas under pressure. Anyways, I did fine in the end, but my teacher did say that I need to work on my tones and details. I was so nervous, I wish that I wouldn't mess up so much under pressure, but my teacher is helpful and is a really fun and laid-back person who enjoys talking about K-pop in class and doesn't mind not following rules (in a "young and fun" teacher kind of way) .
I remember how exited I used to be to go down to the cafeteria to eat, but today, we stayed upstairs, so me and two of my classmates got food for everyone and came back up. It was fun to eat inside a classroom like Koreans do in K-dramas. After eating, the written test wasn't too bad for not studying as much as I wanted to have beforehand, but I learned in the end, to just enjoy the moment. (I am cringing with you) Sometimes, I take life a bit to serious and it can cloud the fun hidden in life. I get to learn Korean in a classroom with other people who enjoy Korean culture as well. (Well today the "hippy-dippy" people didn't come so it was well, you know, different.)
So in the end, Korean school has made me happy-I get to pretend to be in Korea for a bit, to immerse myself in the culture and language that I love, and to laugh with others around me. It has taught me to be brave-with makeup mishaps and mistakes, I learned that everything will be ok! And lastly, I've gained friendships. One girl, I noticed who seemed really shy and hard to reach out to is opening up to me, and it makes me feel happy. Another girl, has also opened up to me, and I'm always smiling with her. And lastly, my lightheadedness has been a whole lot better and it makes me so happy! I am so thankful that God is allowing this to happen in my life.
And that's the end of the first semester of Korean school! I hope to do another one in the summer, but who knows. Thank you for joining me on in this journey!
Much love and keep dreaming,
Momo