2017 hit me hard and made me realize that time and life is not guaranteed. And with this realization came the humbling lessons from chapters of my story. A story isn't worth the read without a good plot and moral. I don't know about you but, I'm hoping to write a good one. Here are some life lessons I have learned that will help you live your best life in 2018.
Just like the limited thought put into making the spontaneous move from Canada to South Korea, the afterthoughts followed suit. My research did not go past "Are there black people in Korea?" and "Where to turn up to trap music?" But fast forward a year later and your girl learned a thing or two. Don't worry Koreaboo - I'll let you in on some things I wish I knew before moving to Korea.
What's my fave destination of all time? Top 3 travel items? Most embarrassing moment abroad?
Dear Brady,
Today is quite a special day...
Today, you are 23 years young. Today, your blog turns one years old. Today, you are a few weeks short of your one year anniversary abroad.
*cues High School Musical Soundtrack*
WHAT TIME IS IT!? PARTY TIME! Schools out, scream & shout! JOKEEEEES, I work at a private school. #nodaysoff
My mom always told me not to talk to strangers. My teachers always told me not to leave with strangers. The universe told me that is all bullshit.
In travel, friendships are intense but short-lived. Relationships will likely last as long as your visa. That is completely okay because in travel, you find that the best relationship is the one with yourself.
(S)assy. (E)nergetic. (O)utrageous. (U)napologetic. (L)iberated.
Pull up your sleeves and pull down your shorts if you're ready for a night out with this sassy spirit.
Chill out at the beach, be "bougie" and windowshop at Prada, or be an artsy photographer for the day - Busan fulfills all your needs and is one of the best cities in South Korea!
Taipei stimulates each of your senses with its scenic, mountainous views and delectable foods. With its fusion of Western and Asian culture, Taipei offers an abundance of temples, hiking trails and street night markets, making it a traveller’s paradise. Here, I present to you a comprehensive list of things to do in this wondrous city!
I disrupted the peace and had old men yell at me in Chinese for breaking all the rules. Here is a list of everything NOT to do at a public bath in Asia.
Literally. Took me 2 hours to hike my scrawny ass to the top of Jangsan Mountain, but LOOK MAAAA, I MADE IT!
Okay, so you signed up to seekingarrangements.com and found that sugar daddy you always wanted that would pay for your lavish trips. Now what? Congratu-freaking-lations, you just earned yourself a coveted spot in the mile-high club....
The life of Brady: teach all day, explore new restaurants at night, and web surf til the wee hours of the morning. Welppp, I emptied my pockets, but for good reason.
I spent the duration of my flights conjuring up potential scenarios of being kidnapped, smuggled into Thailand and forced into human trafficking. It was at this moment, I questioned my entire life and decision to move to South Korea, alone.
"Where you moving?" I said, "onto better things." I promise you, there is a Drake line for EVERYTHING and it served as my response to everyone who questioned my decision to study abroad.
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