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Local summer movie "the national team", funny and touching film.

jkworld — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 02:20:24 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

이 저작물은 크리에이티브 커먼즈 코리아 저작자표시-비영리-동일조건변경허락 2.0 대한민국 라이선스에 따라 이용하실 수 있습니다.

I watched this movie 2 weeks ago, the movie name is "the national team", "국가대표" in korean title. according to the newspaper, this film already about 1 Milliion views, with this present pace, it is expected to break 3 million, as people said, to me, it was a thrilled and funny movie, it did live up my expections.even a touching film.

First of all, the moive's popularity is attributed to the unqiue story about ski jumping, so it billed as the nation's first sky jumping film, that is something that people are not familiar with in Korea. that makes people see the movie, new sports that never seen on TV. Usually, the one thing that people know about, in the winter olympic game, is a short-track skating, Korean players have been dominant in that game for several years.

Second of all, the film appeals to the wide range of audience members, frorm teens to the middle-aged due to its comical and emotional scenes. what I like the story is, overcoming set-backs and struggles, even they considered as losers, however, the story of standing up and do their best in their games.

Third of all, talented young actors and well-matched sound-track. it touchs on many scenes. there are no big name actors in this movie, but it is enough for me to feel their engergy. furthermore, the musics fit well scene by scene. the main title " the butterfly" song by Loveholics, this song, after seeing the film, I could not let it go in my head with easy.

근간 보기드문 개념프로-EBS 극한직업 Extreme job

jkworld — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:34:19 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

이 저작물은 크리에이티브 커먼즈 코리아 저작자표시-비영리-동일조건변경허락 2.0 대한민국 라이선스에 따라 이용하실 수 있습니다.

많이 알려지지는 않았지만, EBS에 꽤 재밋는 프로그램이 있습니다.
매주 수요일, 목요일 밤 10시 40분에 하는 극한직업- 다큐멘터리..
아무래도, 지상파 3사의 수목드라마 때문에 볼 기회가 적어서 그렇지만, 뼈가되고 살이 되는 프로그입니다. 특히, 그쪽 직업에 관심을 가지고 있으신 분들은 미리 프리뷰도 가능할 듯합니다.

Discovery 채널에서 방영하는 비슷한 프로그램의 한국 버전!!
직업세계에의 뒷면들, 실제 무슨 일들을 하고 있는지, 간접체험 경험을 적나라게 할 수 있다.
인터넷에서는 유료보기라 부담스럽지만, QookTV에서는 공짜로 볼 수 있습니다 .
저 역시도 주말에 몰아서 보기 때문에,, 본방사수는 못합니다.

지난주 방송분은 여군 특공대-수방사 특임부대 분들의 생활상을 잠깐이나마, 볼 수 있었던 방송분.
남태령 수방사에서 비록 다른 부대였지만, 군생활을 했던 저로선,, 잠깐동안 군생활을 떠올렸더랬습니다.

June.10. 2009

jkworld — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:38:54 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

이 저작물은 크리에이티브 커먼즈 코리아 저작자표시-비영리-동일조건변경허락 2.0 대한민국 라이선스에 따라 이용하실 수 있습니다.

I did not recongnize but some said, it poured outside, then, I glanced over the window, it rained cats and dogs outside. thunder sounded in the distance. the people closed up the small windows preventing coming inside.
It seemed to me, like a stupendous tropical downpour, one of the oddest things that I had been heard recently was opening bannans southern Seoul district.
The people closed up the small windows preventing coming inside. it seemed to me, like a stupendous tropical downpour, one of the oddest things that I had been heard recently was opening bannans southern Seoul district. while I did some back-of-envelop figure, after half an hour, it stopped. happily, the moment i left the office,
It was cool and windy evening. on my way back home, what it was the most charming thing was walking across the park, Boramae park, by reaching the subway station, to me, it was a treasure of my day.
every now and then, good ideas popped up in my head, I often memorized it on my mobile phone.
every now and then, good ideas popped up in my head, I often memorized it on my mobile phone. most of them, were half-baked ideas. however, trying to run with few ideas, I believed that it proceeded to myselft .

30. May. 2009

jkworld — Sun, 31 May 2009 14:24:04 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

이 저작물은 크리에이티브 커먼즈 코리아 저작자표시-비영리-동일조건변경허락 2.0 대한민국 라이선스에 따라 이용하실 수 있습니다.

It was almost summer season in Korea. as of last week, there was a strong sunshine, that was why we need to take care of our skin carefully.

In these days, not even men, like me, heard about the named by Grooming, became the hot trend. People, those who have interest in cosmetic and skin care issues are growing.

As of me, about 2 times in a day, frankly I agree that appearance is one of the competencies in person, however, the value of male is combined with various things.

I think just two is enough for salaried workers. One is every day when we shave, in my case, at first; I check the condition of my face.

when I look myself in the mirror, check my facial hairs and then, my face and beard, then, lather shaving cream that cushion and soften my face for a close shave, it prevents you from

from razor burns and dryness. What I want to point out is applying after shaving balm or skin product properly over your face is a key to shave. That helps relax your skin all day long.

The last thing for me is, before I go to bed, try not to forget about night repair cream that was present from my girlfriend. I sweep over the night cream over my face and throat. After that, I feel a little bit tight.

May 23, 2009

jkworld — Sat, 23 May 2009 22:45:33 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

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It seemed to me, it was a very long time to be posted something on my blog because this past month and past week has been really challenging for me. My team was changed. My job role was changed too. I thought everybody felt the pressure these days at work. as for me, it was the same, too.

Even a month ago, I couldnot imagine this sort of thing happening to me. Yes. I had a enough room for enjoying my life. yet as we know, we have not only time to rest but also to work.

There is a strong atmosphere that all schedules need to be shortened, 1~2 days is enough to be done. It means all people have to go the extra mile. There is no boundary in working day or weekend. I got new jobs, all kinds of work that I was involved just part of it but now I am change of all the jobs.

I think some are my opportunity area but others are things to be done but not my concerns before. But I tried to myself assured, to be positive and look at the bright side.

I know, If I play my card right at this time, it is an excellent experience for me and last-long opportunity that I never get outside, it will turn to be a pivotal progress in my career.

April.27.2009

jkworld — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:06:30 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

이 저작물은 크리에이티브 커먼즈 코리아 저작자표시-비영리-동일조건변경허락 2.0 대한민국 라이선스에 따라 이용하실 수 있습니다.

The thing that I find quite difficult is being on time. Yesterday, I tried to sleep early because I was supposed to be in my office at 8:30. A big day for me, a crucial meeting set up, but I sat on a chair, a stack of books beside me. I could not help but get out of them. Reading books and newspapers, I heard the wind howled, glanced at the window, the sky was gray and overcast. It has grown darker. I knew it took a while before the hot water came on so I took off my clothes, hung it over the curtain rod, then shaved and turned the faucet. I finished shower and went out. It’s time to gear up. Before going out, I never forget pouring morning coffee and pulled out a chair.

Some say that average Koreans drink about 300 cup of coffee a year, maybe I have double. that means average adults drink it almost every day. My personal taste is different. I dislike three-in-one coffee sachet made by local providers. I only do it to occasionally. Instead of it, I like brewed ones and spending sipping lattes nearby Starbuck or Coffee beans. During my stay in Taiwan, I was obsessed with it. But back in Korea, situation changed. The price difference between even far, It gives me a little bit financial burden, it is a little bit pricey here. It is natural to see numerous local instant coffee sachets on the table or at the meeting room. In my perspective, usually salaried workers feel comfortable when they drink the instant coffee, because it is inexpensive, much cheaper with buying bulk package. It might be a habit or generous greetings, serving instant coffee. But I feel it is too sweaty and strong flavor. That’s why I stop drinking them and think I’d rather pay for a properly brewed coffee.

When I unlocked the door and something dropped in front of me. It was a flier that wedged into the flame. It rained outside and the weather deteriorated. It was not the shower passed through the area but stayed one or 2 days. I did not want to be caught in the rain. I waited inside to take a taxi. A moment later, I got into a taxi, After taking a moment to prepare myself, I started up the walkway. At 9 olock that morning, the invited attendess to the conference were milling around the floor. Not taking the seat yet. I was sitting on the chair at the conference hall. Beneath the hall, it was busy scene. All this was very familiar to me. I flipped open my laptop and tapped the computer. What I quickly found is that in any case, confidence is important when you have a presentation on the podium. One bright spot is it was a short presentation than my expectation. No wonder I said nothing and listened carefully what the presenter addressed however I was fretful it’s too ambiguous. I needed to get some valuable hands-on knowledge or implementing frameworks at the conference, unsurprisingly, that conference could not convey them to the audience. All I saw was overflowing high-profile success stories without roots in reality.

April 19. 2009

jkworld — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 01:29:59 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

이 저작물은 크리에이티브 커먼즈 코리아 저작자표시-비영리-동일조건변경허락 2.0 대한민국 라이선스에 따라 이용하실 수 있습니다.

It was almost evening on my way home, the sky was gray and overcast, as I moved down the street, when streetlights start to flicker, I headed for my apartment, as I passed by, I noticed that some people were wandering around. They looked young, I took a quick glance around, guessed they were churchgoers after wrapped up a service, the church located underground on my apartment, Every Wednesday and weekends whenever I went outside, there is no surprise that such many people flock together and go down for service. What I am always wondering is, there is any sign or signal of church, what brings so many people, as a observer, I could not help but feel strange and the church without cross outside, it is completely foreign to me. Don't get me wrong, Lessons I've learned with age grow dimmer, I knew politics and religions are not a type of issues to be touched. It is untouchable. Plus, I am strongly supportive to the freedom of religion. Of course, I dismiss the though right away. It doesn't matter to me.

Anyway, I got back to my apartment. I pulled off my shoes and was very tired. My sweat dampened my shirts, I carried my backpack wherever I went, it's a little heavy. with a sigh, just second, I should have took a cab instead of walking. But I smiled and was thankful for today, I had done my job earlier than my expectation. Just stripping off shirts, then tossed it in the hamper. Paused, then I decided to take a shower. Might hear my mobile ringing, hold it and head for the bathroom. After shower, I sat in the chair and started to read today's newspaper, flipping through the pages, slowly I checked the headlines, looking for anything which might be interesting. Closed the newspaper and I flipped open my laptop and tapped.

When a new window opened and the cursor blinked. I typed the domain of my blog. The screen changed, the window opened up, I saw my picture on my blog. In recent week, I couldn't write a post, Ever since I stumbled onto Tistory blog, it's incredibly addictive tool. I 've spent many hours writing blog posts and visit in several times a week. It's fantastic fun and gave me a joy by making my own blog. As far as I know, Tistory service grew very fast, it's unique visitors has skyrocketed even over Yahoo Korea. I tapped again to find out where the swimming pool is, because, in any case, I try to swim everyday even as for an hour. I picked up a paper and scribbled on it.

It was late. The house was dark all around me. I am sitting at my desk in my home. I felt secure here. I needed a residence here which to shorten my commute hours. Thinking it was time to sleep.

2009-04-12

jkworld — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 03:29:16 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

이 저작물은 크리에이티브 커먼즈 코리아 저작자표시-비영리-동일조건변경허락 2.0 대한민국 라이선스에 따라 이용하실 수 있습니다.

Even if we see the same thing, we are prone to think differently according to our experience or personality. We were given a new identification tags, however, I took it off because felt heavy on my neck. Some people liked that because the color was better than older ones. While doing so, I had trouble in my neck and shoulders, yesterday the office smelled of disinfectant. It happened once, after a while, I walked into the window and opened to get fresh air into the office. Glanced at the outside, that was magnificent scenery, a bright sunshine shone, I felt summer ahead, 3^rd season in the office, 3 years has passed since I entered this company, I became a newly grad to a associate, it is true that time fly fast, I love the outdoors in these days, it seems to me that spring already had gone and summer came. I enjoyed hanging out. Frankly, I am unconcerned about the global warming, in my life time, I believe there is no such another disasters such as Tunami and big storms again, but there is no question, weather change has been happening over the years. Bit by bit and step by step, this led to my point, we need to change our attitudes. Suddenly the phone was ringing; A man was a quick service. he said, I got a package, I moved to the front door and called him out. You have to sign for that, he said, I signed for it. He brought out a rectangular box and handed it to me, it was covered by black plastic, went back inside. Then I began to take it off. It was a book on IT, sent by a reporter who phoned me last week, he emailed me to ask for my opinion of a magazine. I sent him back with my short comments, regarding my reviews over the feature issues and thoughts on the magazine. it was a present from him. A book, Web related with Japanese market, it reminded me of the tour in Japan a year ago, Back then, I had been in Tokyo, during my short stay, when I arrived, I could not help being surprised with the cleanness on the street. it was marvelous place. Only 2 days and 3 nights, it was not enough to experience all of Japanese culture, however, as I toured the downtown and visited the Tokyo Disney, surprisingly, People were so kind and gave us hospitality. The Sheraton hotel was awesome view of Tokyo bay, at night, I enjoyed the view of wonderful nature in harmony with mega city. Despite out tight schedule, we returned to Korea at the dawn on Monday, in direct I moved to the office for work without break. In retrospect, I felt groggy from all-night travel.

Apr.9.Wed.2009

jkworld — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 14:03:27 +0900

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Yesterday, I got myself to hair, so I entered a hair salon near subway station. In S.Korea, it is common for walk-ins without reservation at the beauty salon, I climbed the steps to the store, it located on the second floor without a elevator, as soon as I walked in the door, I guessed, as always, it would be crowded on weekends, then opened the door, there was no question, my guess was right. I saw some people were already there waiting inside, I slid the door shut behind me, A woman dressed casually in jeans and a work-shirt, a bit older than other employee, looked like the owner or manager at the shop, came to me, she motioned for me to sit on an empty chair, I sat down, would you like a cup of coffee while you sit? She asked, just water please, I answered, She walked back into the water machine,

I took a quick glance around, the salon, I noticed was big but tidy, a sofa against the one wall, I sat across from a family, 2 young children took seats at the table, a man and woman seemed to be their parent, the man seriously read a newspaper and the woman idly thumbing over a magazine. All of sudden, my phone was ringing, I flipped open my cell phone, my girlfriend, I said cheerfully to her, I was in a hair salon to cut, some chit-chats with her, A thought occurred to me, by the way, it was one of my friend's wedding day. I totally forgot when it was hold. Awfully, I had no idea. Tomorrow I should text him, about an hour passed away, she came to me, said she was sorry it took a little while, working on other guests, eventually my turn arrived. She reached up and started to adjust my hair. What did you want to cut your hair? She said, just trim back and sides, I did not forget about trimming my sideburns a little bit off. 20 minutes was enough to hair-cut, While I was doing so, as I watched, the woman, mother walking around the child sitting on a chair and talked to a employee who had cut her son, continued to ask for what she wanted to get her son's hair-style done. It was terrible for me to see that parents tended to control everything on their children what they want, even hair-style, obviously, there is no question that those children would be tend to grown as a dependent type, anyway, I bent to help her for shampoo, after that, everything was done, putting on my classes, then, checked. It was okay. 10,000 W. paid by a credit card, I slipped my wallet into my pocket, Heading out my home, I stopped by a bakery store to buy sandwiches for tomorrow.

Apr.6. 2009

jkworld — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 13:43:40 +0900

크리에이티브 커먼즈 라이선스

이 저작물은 크리에이티브 커먼즈 코리아 저작자표시-비영리-동일조건변경허락 2.0 대한민국 라이선스에 따라 이용하실 수 있습니다.

About 5 days ago, I worked out at home and went to swim. While I was swimming, something hurt- my back and shoulder. Felt like something bruised, Next day I went to hospital and checked. They got me X-ray test and the doctor said, shoulder pain caused by my neck problem. Usually a healthy neck type looked a slightly curved shape but mine was stiff and straight. So, what he advised me was to stretching more and exercise more than before. Needless to say, warming-up was key to prevent any injury. I bought some wines this weekend. Every now and then, I was told that wine was good for health by my colleagues, there were a big bargain sales in stores, that reminded me, the price fell some 50% off, I did not know what was going on wine market but I got a kind of sense that it would be affect by singing on FTA between EU & S.Korea recently. I went inside to the store, What I knew about the wine was " the Yellow Tale" brand, it referred by " The blue Ocean Strategy", by the way, falling prices were presenting most of customers rare bargains. This was a good time to get wines. As for me, Wine is a subject, something difficult to choose and did not even understand one single word on them. It's seemed like a kind of jargon that wine fans could understand. The one I picked was a wine from Chile, cost only 10,000w with a free opener. Back home and had a drink. When I had finished my drink, I suddenly felt sleepy and my body was ached. I was exhausted and tipsy. I closed my eyes, thinking my work tomorrow. My eyes are heavy and my head fell to my chest. All I wanted to do was sleep.