Thanksgiving

I've been told it costs about $100 to purchase a turkey in Korea.  I've yet to see one in a grocery store.  If we are able to find one, we could probably air ship it to to the states overnight and bring the total cost in under $250.  That does seem a little steep since the cost in the states is probably around 12-13 dollars.  Still, if you would like a Korean turkey, let us know and we'll try and work something out.

I don't know why turkeys and Thanksgiving aren't a big deal here.  Perhaps the Pilgrims didn't make a stop here on their way to America.  The closest holiday is what they call Chusok which is kind of similar to our holiday.  The families members all travel back to their childhood family homes as the businesses, schools and government offices all close.  Traffic on the roads is almost at gridlock.  In that respect, it does remind me of our Thanksgiving holiday.

The ex patriot professors and their families are getting together for a Thanksgiving meal on Friday (which is Thursday - and Thanksgiving day - in the states due to the international date line).  We will have a traditional Thanksgiving meal with turkey, mashed potatoes, creamed corn, stuffing etc.  It should be a lot of fun and a nice reminder of home.  For the rest of Korea, it will just be another day.  We are thankful Mark and Elysabeth will be able to travel down to join us and perhaps bring a friend or two as well.  The most important part of the tradition is that we will be able to be together as a family and remember all the things we have to be thankful for.  This year, the list is pretty long.  Thanks especially to the many family and friends who read this blog and are such an encouragement to us during our adventure in Korea.  May you have a wonderful Thanksgiving as well.  God bless you all.

The Chinn family