Hello All -First of all, I just want to say thank you to everyone for the support and prayer that I have received, and I am sure will continue to receive, from everyone. I am officially out of the United States, I landed in Japan about a half hour ago and I am feeling very disorientated (I think it is about 3:00 AM back home) but all that is left is the flight from Japan to Seoul and I will have made it. The flight was very long butuneventful and once we arrived a crew boarded the plane with blue gowns and masks over their faces to because of the swine flu scare. We were on the plane filling out forms and getting our pictures taken for about an extra hour but I have a few hours between flights so it was not a big deal. It was actually quite comical, it looked like a scene out of the x-files. It is hard to believe that I am in Japan today, it is an odd feeling to be on the opposite side of the world. I am nervous/excited to begin this next stage of life and I will keepeveryone up to date on what is going on with my life.
Kevin
I made it to Korea in one piece, I was picked up at the airport along with another teacher from Chicago and I was met by the Director of my school who showed me to my apartment. It is not much more than a room, but it has a kitchen, dresser, etc, as well as a shower attached to the faucet in the bathroom. It is getting close to 1:00 AM and I am hoping the tylenol PM will kick in soon because I would rather not be up all night... Tomorrow I am going out for lunch and a tour with my supervisor and my first day of school will be on Wednesday. I will keep everyone posted and, once again, thank you for all the thoughts and support.
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How amazing to be across the world in 24 hours, already in your apartment, unpacked and plugged into internet. Hope the shower was a pleasing experience (especially with no towels) and I hope the drug-induced power nap is working. Glad you don't have to report for work after a day of getting your bearings.
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Hi Kevin - we were so excited to hear that you arrived in Korea safe and sound. It makes us old folks tired to think of all you have accomplished in the past 24+ hours. We are praying that the new few days will go smoothly and that you will soon feel comfortable in your new surroundings.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the beginning of an exciting journey!
Duane & Linda Elders
Hey Kevin,
ReplyDeleteSwine flu is nothing; it's bird flu that you want to avoid in Korea. STAY AWAY FROM THOSE CHICKENS AT THE MARKETS. What an adventure you are going to have! The Florida VPs are wishing you a fabulous time with lots of great memories. We will pray that you will be safe, healthy and happy on this journey. Love Stacey.
Hi Kevin,
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing week you've had already. The pictures are great, thank you for sharing with us on your adventure. We'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers, as you continue to settle in.
Love and Gods blessings,
The Cnossens