Tag Archives: Mr Kim

Kendo Snaps

Posted on 28/12/2011 by castrouroboros

The photos you’ve been waiting for.  Me and Mr Kim in action, learning the way of the sword: Kumdo.   We are warriors; brothers; and colleagues. These photos were taken by the Master – no image of him just yet, … Continue reading →

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Winter in Korea

Posted on 26/12/2011 by castrouroboros

Last Friday this happened: I stand in front of 30 Korean children, wearing a red apron and gloves.  In front of me is a desk and on the desk is ham, cheese, cucumber, sliced bread, mayonnaise and an industrial sized … Continue reading →

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Kim Jong-Il: A View from South Korea

Posted on 21/12/2011 by castrouroboros

As a current resident of South Korea, I think it’s probably incumbent on me to present the reaction from South Koreans at street level to the recent passing of North Korea’s “dear leader”, Kim Jong-Il. Here is a brief timeline … Continue reading →

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Mr Kim, Kim and I

Posted on 30/10/2011 by castrouroboros

The principal people of this post; and in the case of Mr Kim, my general existence in South Korea: Mr Kim – Mr Kim is the headmaster at my local school.  Mr Kim is a great guy.  He introduced me … Continue reading →

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