it happened.

Adjusting is never easy.  It's one of those processes you try to appreciate, but deep down inside you just want to get it over with.  They say it takes about a year to fully get adjusted to a new place.  That's pretty daunting to hear when you've only just nicked the surface of that year.  The first months of living alone in Seoul was a constant dichotomy of love and loathing.  After returning from my month long break in the states, being back felt comforting.  I was reunited with what I missed in Cali, but reminded of what I had in Korea.  When the airport limo bus dropped me off in my hood, I couldn't help but think, "Ahhh, home."  I was actually surprised that I was so happy to be back.  I have a new appreciation for this place and for the life I've started here.  The second half is looking promising.  I love this city!