Some Korean Facts...

• The Korean Police do not carry guns. However, the ADT Security Guards do.

• During the 'sign of Peace' at Mass, Koreans bow to one another rather than shake hands.

• As a foreigner in a small city (especially a blond one), you will most likely be stared at, pointed at, and talked about. It's a real confidence-booster, let me tell you.

• After a few months you start to crave Kimchi.

• In motels they don't offer you individualized soaps and shampoos; they place family size bottles and unwrapped, used soap bars for your use.

• Squat toilets are still in use.

• Emergency 911 is 119 here.

• Stopping at a red light is a mere suggestion.

• You pay for your grocery bags.

• Pizza and pasta is served with a side of pickles or radish because Koreans need to balance the softness of the food with something crunchy.

• McDonalds has delivery.