Steps for Applying for a Federal Job My apartment is set up. Everything I do from now on will be tweaking how I use the small but beautiful space. Our VPN is working, and I can stream videos and order from JCPenney’s. I met a few of my neighbors, even…
TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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What You Need to Know Before You Start Planning Your Next Trip
Off-season makes sense for the savings in hotels, airfare and the decreased crowds. However it works for places like Paris. Paris in the Spring is hell on Earth, but in August, you’ll have some popular attractions all to yourself. Deals are plentiful May thru October to Thailand but you may not enjoy your time (or possibly die trying) because typhoons are likely to pop up anywhere.
DESTINATIONS
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The Truth About the Seokguram Hike: More Sweat Than Serenity
4km climb from Bulguksa Temple If you’ve ever envisioned hiking to Seokguram filled with awe, serenity, and breathtaking views, my experience might give you a reality check. As I embarked on the steep 4km climb from Bulguksa Temple to the summit doors of Seokguram, I had high hopes for an…
DESTINATIONS
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What Makes Anapji Pond One of Gyeongju’s Most Beautiful Spots
Gyeongju was once the capital of the Silla Dynasty and remnants of its former glory lay all over this pretty college town. And although the original palace was burned to the ground in the 10th century, the man-made pond still maintains its original footprint where many remnants were recently discovered.
DESTINATIONS
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What Makes This Section of Gyeongju’s Historic Area Feel Truly Authentic
Today we visited the last of the 5 areas that comprise Gyeongju’s Historic Area. This area is the least re-rebuilt and visitors are required to use their imagination to see it as it was during the Emperor Silla’s rule.
SLOW TRAVEL TIPS
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Army Wives- How to Avoid Becoming a Cliche
Army wives hear it all the time—don’t become a cliché. But what does that really mean? Every few years, we box up our lives, say goodbye to friends, and start over somewhere new. It’s hard not to fall into old patterns. Drama. Gossip. Isolation. But each move gives us a…
LIFESTYLE
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11 Observations of a Black World Traveler
Nope, not even close. Although… even though I am NOT rich, I may be the only black person they meet and I want to leave a positive impression. I often feel the need to over tip or otherwise over-compensate for my skin color. Its totally unnecessary because I’m not a hotel pig, I find myself doing things like straightening up the room so the maids don’t see any mess.
MILITARY RELATED
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Saying Goodbye Every Three Years in the Military
There are too many goodbyes in the military. It was barely 5 am— soldiers’ time. The ground was wet and the air was damp from the early morning dew. We sat in the comfort of our Honda. The heat at full blast. And the radio was silent. Many of the…