Family and the Transition

So what does my family say? Some of you may not worry about what your family thinks of your actions, but I love them and want them to think well of me. The first time I talked about this in 2004, my Dad was pretty anti. 'Armpit of the world' is what he called Korea. He still calls it that, but I can tell he's more ready to consider the idea because he didn't go on and on. I told them my decision and they asked me if I was sure and why and have pretty much left it at that. Oh, except they've researched it and asked me questions about the job I accepted to make sure I had the answers. My sisters have also been pretty supportive. When I told one of them about it, she mentioned her boss was Korean and that she would ask her about it. It is still weird how many people have done this. For example, I talked to the Big Brothers Big Sisters guy about my leaving and he mentioned one of the other coordinators has done it and even gave me that guy's extension. Still haven't called 'cause I was on a tour and more interested in conversating with the people around me.

Okay, so back to the family. I still haven't told the extended family and one reason could be the cousin who found out yesterday. He said I should look for a good man and settle down and not go gallivanting around the world. Hurumph, there are men in Korea. He doesn't seem to believe me on that. I'm hoping the rest of my relatives have moer positive reactions, but they cannot deter me. I know this is the right decision for me at this time in my life.