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TECO



Joined: 20 Jan 2003

PostPosted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 11:18 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

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Butters



Joined: 24 Aug 2004

PostPosted: Thu Aug 26, 2004 3:23 pm    Post subject: fishin from the same pond.... Reply with quote

I finished my 2nd year the end of Feb. 2004. Man was I a bitter camper. Things at my job (stayed at the same school for 2 years) went to hell. Stuff back home (some illnesses in the family, 2 deaths and some other issues) ate at me and really built and built. Korea was the last place on earth I wanted to be and I was sooooooooooo happy to leave. However, now that I've had 6 months to reflect, I wasn't being fair to Korea. My 2nd year in korea sucked, but I was sure helping it along. I had a great 1st year, and i tend to think that I could still have a positive experience. I must say I am mighty close to climbing back on a plane and giving it another go.
Sounds like you need some 'down' time dude. Korea will be there later if you want to go back.
Later man...





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Joined: 15 Feb 2003

PostPosted: Thu Aug 26, 2004 6:34 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Things to consider when going home:

Did you save enough money? housing, car, insurance, furniture, bills, etc.
Are you gonna rent or buy a home?
Do you have something to go back to? Family, job.
Do you have a plan? Career goals, education, marriage, etc.
How much debt do you have?
Consider the costs of living in your neck of the woods.


Things would be tough for me since I can buy a Mercedes with the college debt I have.

America is so damn expensive. If you've saved a substantial amount of money, make sure you budget for the worst case scenario.

I might be making a smart move to remain in Asia for a couple years.

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Sounds like you need some 'down' time dude. Korea will be there later if you want to go back.
Later man...


2 years in Korea was interesting. Time for greener pastures.
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