Wow. So the last time I posted was December 29 2012. That was a long time ago. And I have a very good excuse. I don't mean to be typical, but I met someone, just a few weeks after that date. And I could write thirty pages on why this person is wonderful and rocking my world in so many really important and life-changing ways. But in the vein of this blog, the better thing to explore is why after this good development, I still was struggling to make my time in Argentina positive.
My main complaint for the first year was that Argentina is a romantic city, and I would be enjoying it more if I had someone to share it with. But you know what happened after meeting someone to share it with? I still was having a hard time adjusting to the city, the pace, the traffic, the schedule (dinner starts at 9 pm, parties open at 2 am). Thankfully I do have someone to explore the city with, to try new experiences, travel and attend fun events. And with my job as Cultural Affairs Officer, I get to meet so many interesting people and see so many great things that there is never a slow day. Yesterday is a good example.
Thanks to my counterpart at the Korean Cultural Center, I got to see Miji (watch them interpret popular tunes with traditional instruments here - Miji in concert). I would NEVER have gone to a K-pop concert before, but I feel like if I accept an invitation and say I will go, I should go. And you know what, it was a blast - especially when they did Dancing Queen and Gangnam Style. So while we are in a very serious moment with the shutdown and upcoming elections in country, I was glad to step out of my comfort zone, try something new, and have a great time.
So it has gotten better, and I have another year for so many new experiences and hanging out with friends...and that special someone. Note that below is a picture of Miji, not anyone I am dating.
My main complaint for the first year was that Argentina is a romantic city, and I would be enjoying it more if I had someone to share it with. But you know what happened after meeting someone to share it with? I still was having a hard time adjusting to the city, the pace, the traffic, the schedule (dinner starts at 9 pm, parties open at 2 am). Thankfully I do have someone to explore the city with, to try new experiences, travel and attend fun events. And with my job as Cultural Affairs Officer, I get to meet so many interesting people and see so many great things that there is never a slow day. Yesterday is a good example.
Thanks to my counterpart at the Korean Cultural Center, I got to see Miji (watch them interpret popular tunes with traditional instruments here - Miji in concert). I would NEVER have gone to a K-pop concert before, but I feel like if I accept an invitation and say I will go, I should go. And you know what, it was a blast - especially when they did Dancing Queen and Gangnam Style. So while we are in a very serious moment with the shutdown and upcoming elections in country, I was glad to step out of my comfort zone, try something new, and have a great time.
So it has gotten better, and I have another year for so many new experiences and hanging out with friends...and that special someone. Note that below is a picture of Miji, not anyone I am dating.
