How and Why Koreans Beckon Palm Down
This used to rank up there with things that annoyed me growing up as a Korean-American kid. Did you know that Koreans beckon palm down? [Read more…]
Why Asians Take Their Shoes Off Indoors And Why You Should Too
Why Asians Take Their Shoes Off Indoors and Why You Should Too!
Taking your shoes off before entering a home, and many other dwellings, is customary in many Asian countries.
It’s a practice I grew up with but hated. So it’s ironic that I try to enforce it in my home! But here are the reasons why it’s a common practice and why it’s a good idea for everyone to do! [Read more…]
Why Do East Asians Make A V-Sign In Pictures?
Why Do East Asians Make A V-Sign In Pictures?
It’s well known that East Asians like to throw up the v-sign in pictures. But why?
It appears that no one knows anymore!
War and Peace
Some suspect that it came from Winston Churchill’s “v” for victory (1940’s) or Janet Lynn’s “v” for peace (1970’s). [Read more…]
Can We Please Stop Asking “Where Are You From”?
Can We Please Stop Asking “Where Are You From”?
(Just a warning…I go on a little bit of a rant here.)
The other day, I was having lunch at a sushi restaurant with a dear friend of mine whom I hadn’t seen in a long time. We were excitedly gabbing away and totally ignoring the menu to order.
She was catching me up on her life happenings when our waiter interrupted. We completely expected him to ask if we were ready to order so we started to apologize when he just abruptly asked me “Where are you from?” [Read more…]
Which is More Correct – South Korea, Republic of Korea, or Korea?
Clearing Up Korean Confusion
So I had a friend ask me what was more proper to say, South Korea, Republic of Korea, or Korea?
In short, the official term is Republic of Korea (R.O.K.).
However, most people outside of the R.O.K. refer to South Korea as “Korea” and North Korea as “North Korea.”
Since I’m one of those people living outside of the R.O.K., in my ignorance, I refer to it as “Korea.” But I really should refer to it as South Korea or the Republic of Korea. There’s weight and meaning behind calling it “South Korea” or the “Republic of Korea.” [Read more…]