- KAREN’S NOTE: We browsed some antique shops in...

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KAREN’S NOTE: We browsed some antique shops in Seoul this past weekend and saw some great Korean furniture and stone sculptures. It was neat seeing Korean antiques, as I’m accustomed to browsing the interiors of antique shops in the Midwest. Even though we don’t need to purchase any such items (though some were really neat and the thought crossed my mind… How much would it cost to ship something home…) Anyway, it was a fun little adventure and I was proud of my Korean heritage. There were moments when I felt a twinge of sadness even… This is my culture, my background, and I know so little about it. I didn’t grow up here, I don’t have family members that I can inherit amazing Korean antiques from, or who can tell me about their lifetime here. I was just filled with emotion and pride for my heritage. There is so much beauty in Korean culture. I am so happy to be able to live in Korea, and I know I will miss it a lot!