Melanie's Mostly Writing

I had a long weekend as we had Monday off to celebrate National Foundation Day, marking the legendary founding of the first Korean kingdom. I had big plans for the three days but I’ve ended up doing nothing much. We went to the Two Hearts bakery cafe again to stock up on bread. We went…

Today we decided to go sea fishing. We drove 90 minutes to a small island near Incheon airport, and we bought our fishing worms, some coffee and some ramyun. The second we pulled into the car park the heavens opened and the rain came down. We ate our noodles in the car, watching people pack…

Today we went a drive to a local forest for a walk, and a look for chestnuts as they are in season now. It was beautiful, full of pines and chestnut trees, quiet and green. There was only one other couple there. I love the forest and fully believe it is good for your mind…