Day 4: Pancakes, yum!

Unfortunately, I didn't take any pictures of my adventures today. I'm a little embarrassed to pull my camera out and take pictures of everything and anything - which I would do if I was more bold/secure. I am honestly worried about looking like an overeager, silly tourist. After talking to Tricia, she called me out, "They know you're not a native Korean. Just use your camera!" So, I'll do better next time.

And, yes, they know I'm not Korean. In fact, people (more often than not) start with English when speaking with me. I went to the story yesterday, and several customers and employees begun their conversation* with me in English. This is comforting on some level, because I hardly understand any Korean. However, it makes me realize how my western European looks scream, "I speak only English." I really wish I could surprise these people with my awesome Korean speaking skills; alas, I'd actually have to start seriously practicing Korean. :)

*In this instance, conversation means a spattering of words to get across a general gist. The longest conversation I had was with a sales lady helping me pick out a hairdryer and straightener. She was super helpful! She even plugged in a hairdryer to show me all the features.

Today, I...
- ate delicious pancakes at a American breakfast joint called "Butterfinger Pancakes."
- went on a tour of my neighborhood and the surrounding neighborhoods with a neighbor and coworker.
- went to a different Emart. This Emart was similar to a Target, and I was able to purchase a soft serve ice cream cone. So, I was pretty happy.
- bought a fan!!! Best purchase ever.
- tried some new food. It looks like sushi. It's called kimbap. It was pretty good.
- decided against being social. I hung out with my new fan all night, and I watched a Amazon original TV series called "Man in the High Tower."

Alright, folks, no pictures for you today. Sincerest apologies!