Second Day

Time to get down to serious study. We had a morning lecture from a very dynmaic speaker, Dr. David Kang of USC. Why does Korea matter to America? An interesting question with many answers. South Korea is the 13th largest economy in the world. We are still fighing the cold war there with about 30,000 American troops stationed near the DMZ, including our own graduate Dan Hall. Plus, more and more Koreans are coming to America every year. Korean Americans have the

highest percentage of small business of any group in US.  Hyundai is the largest ship builder in the world. The list could go on and on. I will share more fun facts when I get back to school.

Anyway, our sessions will take place at the Korean Culture Center:

Did you know they were hosting the 2018 winter Olympics? Me neither.

We had a Korean "sampler" lunch. The kimchi was a little too spicy today, but the tempura and short ribs hit the spot.

Our lunch time entertainment of Korean drumming and dancing was spectacular.

After lunch, it was my turn to practice:

Bring the funk, bring the noise. Actually, syncopated Korean rhythms are difficult to master.

Much to digest today, but I have plenty of books, and a good handful to give to Nancy and the LMC when I return.

Speaking of digesting, I need to find a good Korean restaurant for my evening meal. Wish me luck.