Coming Soon - Actually, I think I'm doing it - this writing thing starts now. Friends have been asking about my trip so I'll take a moment to capture some thoughts here.
First 10 days of my 2023 trip to Korea consisted of unexpectedly sweet silence and stillness. My first trip back in 17 years and the temperature nudged up to 1* C when I arrived at Incheon Aiport. Incheon is normally an hour drive from central Seoul. I felt terrible when I realized that my evening flight was ill-timed as family members fought their way through Lunar New Year traffic (nearly 3 hour drive) in 3 separate cars to come greet me and my many bags. The temperature steadily dropped throughout the holiday weekend which made it easy to stay in and be still. I was surprised at my lack of desire to sightsee or leave the cozy room my Oppa had thoughtfully prepared for me.
Meeting the ancestors
Bowing, arranging, then bowing again. I got into a good rhythm as we paid our respects to each one of the Choi Family ancestors. Feeling the presence of strangely familiar spirits and sandalwood incense brought up unexpected bursts of emotions that I didn't quite know what to do with - except observe with curiosity and interest.
Not a bad beginning
I've always wondered about writing and this is an early attempt. I plan to be back tomorrow morning. Well, it's 6:30am. I've somehow managed to pull an all-nighter working on my new website so I guess I will see you again soon.
I hope you will join me as I go. I will see about posting other pics from the trip.
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