Life is fun till you become as one. Korea update 2

Okay so while pondering the downfalls of a one room apartment…I must say there really aren’t that many. So here’s what I can think of at 2:30am.

- Basically…you’re no pimp and you don’t need words to say it because you live in…literally one room haha but it’s cool if you’ve lived in a Western society it’s mad fun in a novelty way. Can’t say I’ve had one bad night here. So, one more time LOW PIMP STATUS

- It can get lonely for those that need people around them. I’m quite in tune with myself so hardly feel the need for company as my days seem to be filled with awesome people…sounds douchebaggy I know but yeah, being able to dance and go to training, or just hang with homies (aka close friends) that are a phone call away helps. So, one more time NOT RECOMMENDED FOR THE “I FEEL LONELY” but most of you guys are awesome (I assume. as u read this blog. thank you )

- The freedom to do some interior decoration…is well…very limited. This is pretty obvious because I know IKEA doesn’t create their summer catalogues with a one room in their mind. But if you enjoy a cozy place which you deck out with the small dainty things in life like a fridge and freezer of what you love to consume, an entertainment system deemed worthy by peers and a chill out area…there really isn’t much more you need. So, one more time IKEA PEOPLE LOOK ELSEWHERE

I think that’s really about it…it’s amazing what products there are out there for really utilizing space and yes they freakin rule. Like the diversity of stacking shelves that double up as clothing and food stations. iPod docks that double up as hands free kit while you eat ramen etc etc.

The one warning I would like to give people is though…Korea,  China, Japan, or any foreign country that is WAY DIFFERENT to your home will be fun…but come about one month or two does come the I WANNA GO HOME BLUES. If you can get over that and have good people around you basically you’ll be fine. So take heart for those that may be a little downsome it’s OK things always get better if you stay smiling and if not go and take it out on the punching machine or at the baseball batting cages in every district.

If you need any other suggestions on how to feel better when overseas feel free to comment to ask for more or share how you do it because, Hey we’re all human and good tips in life can change our life in one moment, one sentence…one word.

Oh and just in case I didn’t make it clear (which I didn’t haha sorry.) the title of the post suggests the more as we become attuned to the lifestyle of where we are…the weaker the novelty gets of well…living there.

On that note I bid you a wonderful December that is to come.

Enjoy your days wherever you are.

Hasta luego.

Danleeme

Popularity: 1% [?]

Living in a one-room apartment? It’s pretty awesome.

So the story goes like…I moved to Korea about 6 weeks ago and I live in a one room (yes one big room, a separate toilet and kitchen) in el solitario. I’d upload pictures but my brother “accidentally” took my camera to Seoul, and seeing as I live in Busan…I have to wait till next payday to go there. ANYHOO.

Now, many would perhaps think this frustrating or suffocating. But in fact, it’s pretty freakin’ awesome. Why?

- It’s a super big bedroom I never had without the parental advisory

- Eat, sleep, do whatever you like ( did I mention eat and do whatever?) at whatever time… i.e. bringing friends over and chilling on the rooftop watching the Korean night lights, then back to the room for loud music and dancing with a 24/7 downstairs that can legally sell all…Now I don’t drink that much but friends often think otherwise.

- Waking up to the sunshine knowing it’s all up to you to make the day. I personally enjoy the feeling of having bought my own groceries and enjoying them for breakfast with a satisfaction that is 100000 times better than pre-made by someone.

hmmm it is the ‘morning’ for me aka noon as I write this entry.

So it is high time I ran off to enjoy a hearty breakfast.

May you all have a super day and night.

Dan Lee

ps.

Next post teaser will be perhaps some downsides on the one-room but they hardly outweigh the benefits.

Popularity: unranked [?]

In Korea for a year! Long time no see right?

Okay…so…basically what’s happened since we last talked in a bite size morsel:

- Decided to go teach English in Korea for a year

- Learn more about my roots

- Open my mind by leaving the home “comfort” and really see what it’s like to live in the “motherland”

I arrived in Seoul on the 2nd of September

Moved to Busan on the 12th

Started teaching on the 15th…

Now living in Seo Myeon which is central Busan in my one room apartment.

Just getting used to life now…

Some thoughts will be coming up but its 2am.

Questions are welcome.

Peace

Dan

Popularity: unranked [?]

Where do we stand with ourselves? 09 is just fine

09 is just fine.

It seems there are many turns in our life wherein each decision paves the way to a new direction.

Every year brings a new one…

Different aspects of our life are tested…

and our strengths and weaknesses truly come out.

These are those pivotal times in life where one can look back at the road they’ve travelled, let their eyes glean with tears and be truly proud of where they are standing. 

Many of us fall to our own vices…

Our poor judgement of people, ourselves, a system that controls our lives, a culture or whatever may be relevant to you. 

Hopefully before my 25th birthday in July – a new road will be set in place or the current road shows its destination point. But even before that happens…

It is the mindset that encaptures a true sense of pride in who we are, who we have become and who we will be that instills us with the motivation to push on with hope and happiness.

We are all not perfect but we are all blessed with many unique talents and quirks. 

Whether we look back to reminisce or forward towards aspirations, hold your head up with pride (and perhaps humility for some mistakes we have made as we are but humans) and march on.

The road’s shorter than we think, but when you’re walking it – we just don’t know the duration.

So for the final note, stand for who you are…be proud…be dignified and be fulfilled. 

Peace and God bless

DanL Rockswell jumpin out of hiatus like he jumped the pulpit with Mase haha

Popularity: unranked [?]

President Obama!!!

Image by abbyladybug via Flickr

Congratulations to President Obama!

This is some super fresh news people!

Increase the peace all and have a sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeet day!

Today’s theme song is:

Nas – Black President

‘And though it seems heaven sent we aint ready to have a black president’

D

Popularity: unranked [?]

Koala Capturin

Image via Wikipedia

The other night I was driving home and a freakin koala was walkin past.

I stopped the car and proceeded to chase the chubby bear.

He’s a lot faster than we all think.

By the time I reached him…he was 2 metres high in a tree.

Hope you have better luck then I did.

Happy Capturin!

Popularity: unranked [?]

For all the manga readers out there!

For all the manga readers out there!

Check:

http://onemanga.com 

Best site. 

I recommend:

Hajime no Ippo (boxing)

Prince of Tennis (obvious you nooblet)

Hunter X Hunter (adventure, hunting)

The usuals:

Naruto

One Piece

For all those that don’t read manga….

TRY IT!!!!!!!!!!

Here’s a good pic to let you know what happens when you don’t check manga.

Bird attack!

Popularity: unranked [?]

Soul dance and Bgirl classes from the 22nd of Oct with Danlee

Hey guys,

Sorry about the uber delay – thanks to all the *sparks* out there lettin me know whatsup too haha

(i’ll post a more Danleeme -esque post tonight) woot!

So starting from next Wednesday the 22nd I’ll be holding Soul dance and bgirlin classes at Ausdance at 7pm Details are:

Ausdance – Level 3 “The Atrium” Station Arcade 136 North Terrace.

Wednesdays:

7.oo-8.00PM SOUL DANCE and BGIRLING @ Ausdance SA**

*as the name suggests, this class will put soul in everything from your two step to your top rock and also provide girls with a non intimidating environment in which to learn the basics of breakdance. Great for musicality. Class taught by DanL.

$15 (Age: 15+, GIRLS ONLY, casual class – bookings: DanL 0406 584 763)

**starts Oct. 22^nd

8.oo-9.ooPM Inter/Advanced NEW-SCHOOL HIP HOP @ Ausdance SA**

*great for experienced dancers to challenge themselves through a variety of choreographies each incorporating a mix of different new and old school hip hop styles and techniques. Perfect for hip hop dancers wanting to concentrate on stylising their dancing.

$15 (Age: 15+, casual class – bookings: Penelope 0408 835 088)

**starts Oct. 22^nd

9.oo-1o.ooPM Inter/Advanced LYRICAL [U.S. Style] @ Ausdance SA**

*this is the first dedicated U.S. style Lyrical class in South Australia!!! Great for experienced dancers to challenge themselves through a variety of choreographies each incorporating a mix of ballet, jazz and contemporary technique with more theatrically focused execution.

$15 (Age: 15+, casual class – bookings: Penelope 0408 835 088)

**starts Oct. 29^th

Cheers guys and look out for the next post tonight!

Dan

Popularity: unranked [?]

The Fashion of You – 3 thoughts.

This to a certain…ok large extent sounds like a Holden Caufield-esque rant about how what we wear determines us etc.

First of all let’s break it down into chunk then look into it.

1. How we feel on the day can be communicated by what we wear

2. The obvious ‘demographic’ look

3. Statement Steves

Think those 3 are a good start.

1. How we feel on the day can be communicated by what we wear

Have you ever looked at your rack/ stack of tshirts – chosen.

Checked the look of the jeans/ pants to go with it – chosen.

These choices were not made by, ‘this is the look I want’ but more so by ‘this is what I feel like’.

You have right?

The theory I go by is that it’s your subconscious way of saying “this is how I feel today, take a look and approach accordingly”.

Quick example. Rockin the ugly huge sunnies and a college hoody with trackpants isn’t the most friendliest way to greet a friend unless you are REAL TIGHT, in that case it’s kinda cool. (think this relates to the females more…correct me if I’m wrong)

2. The obvious ‘demographic’ look

So you’re an angered youth – go emo (you may lynch me later)

So you have no intelligence – go jock (don’t pop your collar…and fluro is not fashionable)

So you think you’re fashionable – go retard (basically dress like a dyslexic giraffe was your robe coordinator)

So you’re 50 cent – go fake (metal coated plastic chains are not hard…they’re stupid)

So you’re gay – go look at point 3 (you’ll see in point 3)

If i haven’t pissed off everyone by now you are uber resilient or yes you got it! This is all not to be taken so seriously.

We all throw ourselves under a demographic or subculture that we believe defines us…half the time none of us know what we truly represent. The other half is a stupid jock that is rich via daddy so why care.

ANYWAY the point of number 2 is to reconsider what ‘niche’ do we really think we’re in…that’s all.

And do we fit, or is it all a happy facade for recognition?

3. Statement Steves

This is the person you see often that wears something a bit too outrageous or plain ugly on purpose so people notice them.

A feeble cry – to the natural instinct of wanting to be noticed. To these people…capital punishment should be reintroduced. Which super doting idiot with a fedora the size of Kansas doesn’t deserve a douche slap?

Or the super freak that wears leather pants and a fluro top doesnt deserve a public tar and feather?

There’s more examples but you get the idea – don’t over do it…we all have elements of it – like getting out that secret dress or pants/ shirt we have for a hidden giggle.

Just don’t over do it…you look like less fun than a clown in the rain and yes just about the same entertainment value.

Apart from that. Have a great day – these are thoughts so feel free to criticize or praise. Or just say something strange.

Peace

Popularity: unranked [?]

A look into hip hop and bboying

Martha Cooper is a well known character in the preservation of Hip Hop

Hope you guys enjoy this as much as I did!

Peace

Popularity: unranked [?]