Days of illness

Days of illness

My daughter appeared unwell after getting off the kindergarten bus on thursday. A fellow passenger informed me she vomited several times on the ride home. She seemed tired and withdrawn. She rested the following days and enjoyed Saturday. I thought she was recovering, but Saturday night she vomited repeatedly, every 30 minutes, throughout the night….

Street stall

Street stall

A person is sitting on the street, offering goods for sale from several bowls.  The weather is remarkably cold, a stark contrast to yesterday’s warmth. The vendor, wearing a vinyl raincoat, patiently waits for customers despite the snowy weather, though there aren’t many people out.  I should express my gratitude to those who strive to…

Unexpected snowfall

Unexpected snowfall

Snow accumulates in the morning. Children are excited to play in the snow. I’m quite busy getting ready to take the children to school and received a text message from kindergarten that the school bus is not operating. [Web Notification]Dear Kindergarten Parents, Due to heavy snowfall, the kindergarten bus will not be operating for safety…

The first full moon in Yeongcheon, 2025

The first full moon in Yeongcheon, 2025

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Toy library spring program

The toy library offers a diverse range of programs for children at a reasonable price.  I have participated a few times and found it to be a beneficial experience for the children.  Parents also enjoy a break, depending on the program’s duration. 2025 Toy Library Spring Semester Program Guide Registration Period: Registration Method: Operation Period:…

Kindergarten care and vacation services

The kindergarten’s vacation schedule presents significant challenges for parents. While the center offers lunch and snacks, the lack of bus service creates a considerable hardship, particularly for dual-income households. Certified documentation demonstrating proof of employment is required semi-annually. Elementary school kindergarten has the same long winter break as the rest of the school, way longer…

Falling off an indoor bike

My kids like to play with a toy bicycle and car. They stand on the toys, moving like circus performers. It looks dangerous, but I hope a thick mat prevents injury.  Also, the toy bicycle’s and car’s wheels do not move smoothly on the mats. The mats cover more than half the home to reduce…