Good day everyone! It is already March 14th, can you believe that? The weather here has been very nice, averaging around 65 F during the daytime (like 18 C). The sun has been shinning, grass is greening, and people and animals alike are all starting to come out and enjoy the warmer days. I can't wait until the weather further into spring and alas the beauty of summer will return to Korea! However, just like the season changes around the world, so does the events of each month. Which is just what this entry is about.
As all of us westerners know, Valentine's day, that one day dedicated to expressing our love to our companions, is celebrated on February 14th. But for those of you not in Korea, are you aware that Korea, Japan, China, and other small Asian nations have a day of love in March and April??? Yep...here in Korea I get a full 3 months dosage of love:
February 14- Valentines Day,
March 14- White Day, and
April 14- Black Day
In my video (at bottom) I will explain the meaning of these days, but let me tell ya...the stores and sales during these 3 months is phenomenal. Huge ballon and flower displays adorn all supermarkets, grocery stores, department stores, bakeries, service stations, and yes..even bars get decked out for the season of love. One can find anything they wish for their lover, whether it be candy, chocolate, undies, fragrances, flowers, cards, stationary, jewelry, and yes...the always....SPAM gift sets ^_^
 |
| Nothing says love like Peppero! |
 |
| Display of goodies outside a convenient shop. |
Anyways, I for one have always been a romantic at heart. Not in the sense of being 'hopeless' or always in a relationship, but more so in the aspect of really being happy and elated by beautiful things. And to me, seeing such romance, joy, and promise within people's love lives along with all the pretty decorations (and abundance of chocolate I have acquired via sales, friends, and students) real lifts my spirits. Maybe it is because the weather is perking up....maybe it is because I have taken a much lighter view on life as I've aged....or maybe, just maybe, it's L-O-V-E!?!?
Much peace, always!
-Patrick
In my video (at bottom) I will explain the meaning of these days, but let me tell ya...the stores and sales during these 3 months is phenomenal. Huge ballon and flower displays adorn all supermarkets, grocery stores, department stores, bakeries, service stations, and yes..even bars get decked out for the season of love. One can find anything they wish for their lover, whether it be candy, chocolate, undies, fragrances, flowers, cards, stationary, jewelry, and yes...the always....SPAM gift sets ^_^
No comments:
Post a Comment