Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Fall in Korea

As many of you know fall is my favorite season. It's been hard being away from home for so many reasons, one of which is that I love the change of seasons in New York. (They made a movie called Autumn in New York for a reason!) Last week I went walking around to find Fall in Korea. I found it everywhere! Although the trees are different here, most of them turn in beautiful colors like home.

I took a few pictures right outside our apartment. I also had fun with iPhoto editing them! Check it out:



Pumpkin Bread:
I've been wanting to make pumpkin bread so badly! However, there is a shortage of pumpkin puree here, because apparently there is a shortage in the states. If anyone finds some, please let me know. I will pay for you to send it my way. Or, if you are Joanna, just make some pumpkin bread and send THAT my way 0:-)

Job Search Update:
No job yet. I never heard back from one interview that I felt went really well. I applied for two other jobs on post. In the mean time I am being patient and finding other things to occupy my time. I've started volunteering around post so that has been keeping me busy. Here are some of the things I'm trying to get involved in, for future post reference:

-Our Company's FRG (Family Readiness Group): they invite soldiers and spouses to come and help with fundraisers and events that benefit the soldiers. Last week we packed Halloween treat bags for all of the soldiers and handed them out at their Thursday Afternoon formation.

-United Club: This is a club for soldiers/spouses/DoD employees who have an affiliation with the Army. I'm going to my first meeting on Thursday, so I will find out more information then. They do fundraisers so that they can hold events for the Soldiers as well.

-PWOC (Protestant Women of the Chapel): This isn't really a volunteer thing, but its one of the fun ways I am spending my time. We meet on Wednesday mornings and fellowship and talk about our study for the week. It's been an amazing way for me to connect and make new friends here.

-Middle School Bible Study: Starting this week I'm going to be helping with the middle school girls' bible study on Post. I am excited and nervous. Another great way to feel like I'm accomplishing something. I know God has some things to show me through this opportunity.

Dish of the Week:
Last week I made "Cashew Pork" for dinner. It turned out pretty good. Pork sauteed in an orange marmalade/soy sauce/ginger mix with peaches, snap peas, and cashews. Chris liked it and so did I! And yes, I used a wok ;)