FIRST MEAL IN KOREA

 A Corn Dog and A New Chapter:

First Meal in Korea: A Corn Dog and a New Chapter

My first meal in Korea wasn’t some grand traditional dish, but it was just as memorable "a Korean corn dog". Let me tell you, it was amazing! The crispy outside, the gooey cheese, and the slight sweetness were unlike anything I’d had before. Ordering it was an adventure on its own. With my broken Korean and a lot of pointing, I managed to get my order, and the owner was kind enough to understand. Honestly, it was so good I could eat it a thousand times over!

Back in my dorm, I decided to embrace the full “new-in-Korea” vibe and watched a Korean drama while enjoying my corn dog. It was such a cozy and surreal moment, snuggled up, savoring the food, and realizing I was really here, living the experience I’d dreamed about.

Afterward, I started setting up my room. Cleaning was my top priority since I’d heard some of my friends were already battling colds. I wanted to avoid getting sick, but, as fate would have it, I ended up catching something anyway.

Thankfully, my cousin’s friend came to the rescue. He took me to the nearest store to help me pick up household items and essentials. From cleaning supplies to random little things I hadn’t even realized I needed, he made the whole process so much easier. I honestly don’t know what I would’ve done without his guidance.

Even with the sickness, those first few days in Korea were filled with small wins, new experiences, and a growing appreciation for the kindness of people around me. It wasn’t perfect, but it was real, and it’s a start I’ll always cherish.