i want to be cultured.

When I see international students walking all over the city, the envy comes out of me. If I was an international student, my parents would likely have loads of money, a nice house, and I'd have traveled the world before puberty hit. All I know is Boston and Seoul. Seoul is a place I directed my empty but spongy mind to go during a period of incredible stress/confusion. I had planned the trip months in advance--knowing I will be alone and it will be scary. I didn't know anyone nor spoke the language. Not only was I dressed like an American but I stood out in height amongst Korean women. The one that sticks out of the crowd will always find it difficult to blend in. Though I can say my adventure was fun and rewarding, I also learned that being cultured is a difficult thing. I envy international students who at least have a worldly foundation - to meet people from all over the world, to see any Wonder of the World.

Boston is a small city, where every Asian knows each other. I would love to live in a community like Jamaica Plain where everyone knows one another and walks their dogs together. Though given the chance, I would love to see California. I'd travel to Bora Bora, Thailand, Italy, Argentina, Brazil, Japan, and definitely go back to South Korea.
To see the world is a privilege. It is now a privilege but I am striving to make it my job. Hopefully my degree in public affairs will help me. I'm always dreaming of a change of scenery...