Kam - Sa - Ham - Ni - Da
I’m indebted to so many people for the completion of this project. First, I’d like to thank everyone who offered their suggestions, valuable insights, and humble opinions. And I want to give a BIG thanks to Tom Weston, Lynn Weston, Helen Gallagher, Margo Schaedel, Denise Gates, Dan Hendler, and John Sollazzo for combing through the unfinished manuscript for grammar and spelling mistakes, typos, and awkward sentences. Believe me, there were a lot. I even made up a word at one point, which will remain unknown to protect my intellectual pride. But hey, the English language is constantly changing, so in that regard, I’m a pioneer.
Next, I’d like to
thank all the wonderful people I met while living and working in South
Korea. You have no idea how much you’ve
enhanced the value of my experience. A
special thanks to the people of Korea, you made my stay in your country
unforgettable. The foreign community in
Korea also made me feel right at home. I
was very fortunate – my colleagues and co-workers were incredible people, and
the neighborhoods I lived in were amazing.
I could not have asked for more.
Finally, and
perhaps most importantly, I would like to thank all the Korean students who
came under my tutelage. I’m so lucky to
have met you, and I hope that I made even half as much of an impact on you, as
you have made on me. These students gave
me an introduction to teaching, and their kindness, care, and desire have
motivated me to continue down this career path.
South Korea is
such an extraordinary and unique country.
Even though I don’t adhere to some of their cultural values, I’m able to
appreciate the diversity of tradition, norms, and way of life. I’m sure I have left a mark on the country,
but I’ve taken away so much more. Korea
will always have a place in my heart, and no matter where I go, I will always
consider it to be one of the several place I call home.
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