Wasn't it just a few days ago that I bitched how I really want to celebrate Chuseok? Well, Providence seems kind to me because today I got up to hear Korean music coming from outside. When I got there it turned out that the whole Korean community decided to celebrate at the stadium just across the street. A first I was a little hesitant for personal reasons, but I know fate doesn't make presents every day and I couldn't throw away this one.
It was really amazing. I'm not going to go into detail - who's been there knows and who wasn't probably doesn't care. But I got to eat kimchi, play some games, and dance a Ganggangsullae. I also met some old acquaintances. This whole day was absolutely surreal. I think it was the most socializing I had in years and I spent 5 hours outdoors. I really hope they will use this spot next year as well.
Happy Chuseok!
Tomorrow I'm gonna hurt all over. But it's kind of sad that perhaps the part that will hurt the most is the cheeks.