This weekend I went with a small group of co-workers to the Army base outside of Seoul in Pyeongtaek to stay with my co-worker's sister and brother-in-law. I think this might've been my first time on a base, but it was a great relaxing weekend.
We rode up Saturday morning to Osan near the Air Force base to meet them and their young daughters for lunch and shopping. Osan is known for their cheap knock-off but totally legit looking designer purses and wallets. I bought a Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis purple wallet (yes, I had to look this up because I know nothing about designer wear).
After shopping, we went onto the Air Force base to eat lunch at Chili's -- my first time there in at least a year. I had a hard time choosing from the large menu, but made sure to get a side Caesar salad. (good) Caesar dressing, I have missed you!!!
Once finished with lunch, we drove for about 15 minutes to the Army base, which was located far in the country near several rice fields. The family housing is very similar to residence halls in college, until you open the door to their home. Once inside, it looks more like a US-style home: large kitchen / living room area, small office, several bedrooms, couple of bathrooms, and a small balcony.
I missed TV, watching movies on screens larger than my netbook, normal looking bathrooms, large spacious living, and perhaps most of all - Wii!!! We played many many rounds of Mario Kart Racing, and for a person who hasn't touched a Wii in close to a year, I did fairly well, much to others' chagrin. muwhaha
We left Sunday afternoon, but not before we got a tour of the base (their military planes and vehicles are SO cool!) and eating lunch in the food court.
After being away from things for so long, and adapting to these new surroundings, it's great to return to things reminiscent of home, even if for a short while.
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