2.28.2007

So . . .

We're moving to South Korea. Some of you know that, some of you don't. If this seems to you like a rash change of direction in our lives, I assure you there was a lot of thought and consideration that went into our decision. It's a rather long explanation though, and I'm not ready to divulge all the details for you just yet. It involves plans to move to England, endless dealings with the British High Commission and the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal in the U.K., difficult decisions, a change of heart, mountains of paperwork, hours of telephone calls and a lot of waiting.

Suffice to say, we believe this is the best situation for us to be in at this point in our lives. Six Happy Feet will be the manuscript of our experiences. Sure, it's self-absorbed, but that's what blogs are supposed to be. I'm following the crowd.

Carmen will be continuing with our first blog, Bun is in the Oven, at a new address. You can now find it here.

We'll be living in Daegu (pronounced Taegu), a city of about 2.5 million people located in the Southeast of South Korea. It's the fourth largest city in the country and is about two hours from Seoul (site of Ben Johnson's shameful 1988 Olympic drug scandal) by train. Carmen will be teaching grades 4-6 at a public elementary school, while I do my best to take care of Cate during the day. Her contract begins next week, and we'll be leaving for Seoul Saturday night. More information to come . . .

Please keep in touch by commenting or by sending us an email. Hope you're all doing well.

- David

7 comments:

Karyn Clemens said...

Why South Korea? And gosh, so soon! Are you all heading out at the same time, or is Carmen going first?
God bless, friends!

~Karyn~

Ms. Mundy said...

too cool!!! I am so happy for you guys!! Enjoy!!! WOW!

Cailin

Rachelle F said...

I am very happy for you guys! I'm glad something worked out finally! Good luck and safe travels! Can't wait to hear more about your experience! Lots of love!

~Rachelle F~

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sarah tiede said...

david - wow...i am so amazed and excited for you and your girls. what a true blessing that things worked out for you to see the world & be inspired and challenged by this country. i can tell your hearts are in this decision and i am looking forward to hearing more about it...and seeing some fantastic footage!
much love to you three,
sarah

Johnny pohnny said...

hey,
Well I can't believe you are finally on your Europe(which now turned into Korea) adventure. I am so happy for you both and Cate. I'm sure she is loving have Dad at home all the time. I'm sure David you are having a blast as well. Carmen, how is the teaching going? what kind of subjects are you teaching? Just English? Anyways I am here in Canada thinking about you guys. I miss you lots, and can't wait to see you, whenever that day comes. Enjoy it all out there, the good, bad, happy, sad, joyful, sickening, wonderful, homesick, and breathtaking moments. Just take it all in. I can't wait to hear all the stories. Well good luck, I'll be thinking of you guys. Love You lots
-Justin-

SouthAfriCanadianMom said...

David. Seriously. That is awesome! I expect to see some crazy photos and you all to be fluent in whatever they speak there (Korean?)! How long do you guys plan to be gone? It will be a great experience and don't worry, the homesickness is only really bad for the first 4 - 6 months. Have fun!
*Mindy
PS. Cate is gorgeous!