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Kevin, yes it is poorly drawn. Or maybe it is meant to say “for pussies who can’t let go of the past even time won’t heal a broken heart…”

Anyway, I’m being facetious. The heart is better than ever and safely locked away from future harm…

» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/August/2017 @ 5:31 am

Soju, I support States rights and I certainly do not believe in erasing our nation’s history. Many of the men on the Confederate statues did not even own slaves, they were fighting to defend their state. It is unfortunate that the Confederate battle flag has become a symbol of hatred, but that cannot be denied. If you want to honor Southern history, fly the Confederate national flag.

Those punks giving Nazi salutes are pathetic. Those punks in Antifa are every bit as bad. Americans should be able to disagree on issues without engaging in violence.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/August/2017 @ 5:28 am

On and On

Not that there is anything wrong with it… 🙂

» Posted By John McCrarey On 14/August/2017 @ 5:21 am

Moving forward

Yeah, I saw the Google take down. It really cracks me up that lefties are buying up copies of Orwell’s 1984 and not realizing that their shit is precisely what he was warning against. Ah well.

I should reach my financial goals by the end of the year. I’m not consciously dragging my feet and there are things that make my Korean life less than ideal. But if I carry my unresolved issues with me to the PI, then all I will have changed is the venue of my dissatisfaction. We’ll see.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 13/August/2017 @ 7:35 am

Soju, you are right of course about the PC army. We even had a transgender recognition day just before the President dropped the hammer. But it seems that everyone is getting along for the most part. You can choose to play along or ignore, but as long as everyone is treated with respect (as they should be) we don’t have controversy.

As to the prostitution it’s been pretty much eradicated here in the ville. The only places where it appears likely is the singing rooms and I’m told they don’t let foreigners in. Haven’t had a massage down here yet…

» Posted By John McCrarey On 13/August/2017 @ 7:26 am

A table for one

Nice! And apt.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 06/August/2017 @ 6:36 pm

Ain’t she beautiful?

Yep soju, she’s smokin’!

» Posted By John McCrarey On 31/July/2017 @ 4:54 pm

Yes, he is new to Korea. Still got some heathen in him I’m afraid.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 31/July/2017 @ 4:54 pm

Rarer than a solar eclipse

Ha! Indeed we were embracing our Scotch/Irish heritage last night…

» Posted By John McCrarey On 30/July/2017 @ 5:12 pm

Something to blog about

Haha! Sober everyday. But when the sun goes down…

» Posted By John McCrarey On 29/July/2017 @ 4:52 pm

Who you calling human scum?

Soju, there will be two hubs (Pyeongtaek and Daegu) and a small footprint in Yongsan and up north. This base here is so massive it would take a nuclear warhead to take it out. Oh wait…

» Posted By John McCrarey On 21/July/2017 @ 6:15 am

Yeah, it’s scary how the have me pegged. Bastards.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 20/July/2017 @ 12:09 am

All in a day’s work

Still a little vague, but “positive behaviors” would include completing mandatory training, engaging in professional development activities, a reduction in grievances, and getting better results on the annual workplace climate survey.

But first to find the baseline data, some of this stuff isn’t currently measured, Should be fun establishing the baseline.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 19/July/2017 @ 6:27 am

And so it goes

When I do a selfie that’s how they come out, don’t understand why. I guess a selfie is like looking in the mirror?

Yep, I believe the commandment to love your neighbor is unequivocal.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/July/2017 @ 11:38 pm

Walk thoughts

Indeed. Sad but true.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/July/2017 @ 8:44 pm

I got juiced!

Found a potential place tonight, nice gal from Africa who gave me good conversation and no drink pressure. It’s really a great bar, but empty (I was the only customer). She said the young soldiers only come in AFTER they have spent all their money at the juicy bars. Hmm. I’ve got some ideas on how to change that dynamic. We’ll see.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 18/July/2017 @ 8:57 pm

Haha, yes the juicy concept is the problem. Was just talking to a friend the other day who suggested I open the kind of bar I would like to patronize. Actually, I’m pretty sure I could make such a bar a success, but I have no interest in running a bar at this point in my life.

Leaving Anjeong-ri is really not an option. I’d have to cab it, not safe to drink and ride. Songtan is probably the best option in that regard, and it is 30 minutes away.

I think I will keep exploring, there is bound to be some bar here that caters to my tastes. If not, I’m just going to have to suck it up and institute a strict no lady drink policy. There are worse things than being ignored I reckon.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/July/2017 @ 4:00 pm

And the Army goes rolling along

There will always be a small footprint around the Dragon Hill Lodge, and the Embassy will move to what is now Camp Coiner (north end of base), but I’d say 90% of the move will be complete by the end of next year.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 14/July/2017 @ 5:39 am

Back home in the south…

Haha! Good idea, Soju. It could be my walk-in song…

» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/July/2017 @ 12:30 pm

HaHa! Thanks guys. It’s all good. More of us to love, right?

» Posted By John McCrarey On 12/July/2017 @ 9:07 pm

It’s more fun in the Philippines

Yes, and I seem to be destined to live in interesting times…

» Posted By John McCrarey On 03/July/2017 @ 11:06 pm

Observations

No question that I’ve enjoyed my time in Seoul, but I also know it is time to move. Really, Seoul as a retirement option is not really viable.

There are good parts to the PI, I’ll be sharing them soon. AC has always been a depressing place to me.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 03/July/2017 @ 10:25 am

Voices

Hilarious Kevin! No idea how I missed out on Head in Bangkok.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 28/June/2017 @ 4:07 am

No parking problems

Haha, I thought about the name thing too. Still, it is one of the things I respect about Korea–unused land, build a park. And stock it up with exercise equipment.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 13/June/2017 @ 3:14 am

How bored am I?

You know, it doesn’t feel particularly fast to me. Back in Seoul I’d pass some folks and others would pass me. Here, I’m the only idiot out walking. I never see anyone.

Three hours in one setting is when I start feeling overworked. Yesterday I did a walk in to work, walked at lunch, walked off base in the afternoon to meet a friend, walked back in to work, and then took a long way (1.5 hours) home from work. It is easier when you break it up that way.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/June/2017 @ 6:01 am

Distemper

Not sure it is horrible, Samson, just different. Real different.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 31/May/2017 @ 9:32 pm

Well, my bark is worse than my bite. I guess I should just quit dogging it…

» Posted By John McCrarey On 30/May/2017 @ 5:45 pm

Haha, what and miss the famous country air?

» Posted By John McCrarey On 29/May/2017 @ 1:04 am

The long week in

Haha!

Yes, it can be a little boring, especially before the bars open at 6:00 p.m.

The base is booming and I’m sure the ville will grow along with it. Haven’t found any short time on offer at any price. Not that I’m looking.

Surprisingly, the air quality here has not been so great. Very disappointing.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 23/May/2017 @ 6:07 am

Square peg

Yeah, I posted the same on FB. The locals had no clue.

» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/May/2017 @ 6:13 pm

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