during the public holiday over here, my Korean friend and I went to Songjeong beach (송정해수욕장).  i had a really great time, the kind where i can file into the 'wonderful memories in Korea' folder. the weather was just perfect to put on a dress and walk hand in hand for 8km along the Dalmaji Road to reach our destination. haha. although the truth was we took a wrong turn and ended up on the other side of the neighborhood. i'm glad for it though, it was a romantic walk. (⌒▽⌒)

the scenery was just beautiful, the sea on our right, the mountains on our left. the breeze was chilly enough to make walking under the sun not so terrible. the trees acted as shade, the air was clean and refreshing, and my company was just delightful. (－ｏ⌒) 

this was taken after a long long walk where it seemed like we will never reach and then, we saw this.

and the sea water was coooold~ the atmosphere was really lively on the beach. lots of uni students took the public holiday as an opportunity to have MTs (membership trainings) and lots of families were around, camping and playing with their children. there were a few couples around too, one of them who had to persuade and cajole her bf to take off his shoes and socks and enjoy the waves with her. 

the people were just doing all kinds of things; surfing, camping, some singing performances and just young and old people hanging out.

and these are some other sceneries.

stumbled upon this while exploring the small neighborhood around. i simply love the whole concept, white gate with unruly flowers growing all around and the alley it opens to. so pretty! i hope to have a house that would have this kind of gate one day. feels kinds magical, no?

it was definitely one of the best days i've had in Busan. that's one thing i like about Busan/S. Korea, its easy to get around and there are a lot of places like this where people can go to enjoy and unwind. i think, its a nice place for children to grow up in. :D was thinking about this on the way back from church today.

i remember the day as if it was yesterday, the sun barely there, the wind in my hair, the cold sea water and sand between my toes, all coming together to make a wonderful day. there is just something peaceful and happy when surrounded by beautiful views and good company.

this is it for now. goodbye and take care!

- Joan C: 17.05.13

봄이 왔네요~

i can't not blog about spring. it was short and sweet and everything beautiful. this is one of the reasons i love a country with four seasons; the change of temperature, the change of colors and with this change, signifying a new time to start afresh. not to mention, it was my first time seeing cherry blossoms. who would have thought that the tall skinny trees along the roads in uni were actually cherry blossom trees? they sure didn't look like it. oops. :D

and when they bloomed, what a wonderful surprise! all pink and soft and fluffy and you can't help but feel like love is in the air~ /yes, too much Korean dramas.

the university had a cherry blossom festival but it wasn't as hyped up as Silla Holic. this one was just stalls at side of the road and people selling trinkets and simple games and food, oh, you do not leave out the food and booze out of any festival.

here are some other shots of cherry blossoms.



and here is one of me. ^^


spring was even more significant for me because it truly signified a new beginning. there were bittersweet moments while looking at the cherry blossoms but the soft delicate flowers just can't help but make me smile and realize that this beauty must be appreciated regardless of what circumstance i was in. and with this thought, i think i began to heal. (:

 unfortunately, the cherry blossoms are short-lived beings. they only bloom for about a week/two weeks or so and fall away. fresh green leaves take their place and spring is finally on its way.

going to leave with another lovely picture of the cherry blossoms. take care!