In exactly 2 weeks, I will be closing a chapter of my life in Seoul. Perhaps the most difficult part of getting ready to say goodbye has been mentally preparing to part ways with my apartment villa where I have resided just a little over 4 years. The most memorable moments are — The Costco runs which inevitably evolved to "watermelon bonding time" in our living room, the casual roommate wind-downs with Gina and Joanne (some moments I will never forget)...and of course, the crying, the prayers, and yes, even the fights with friends who have made this journey ridiculously satisfying.
I don't know how to spend these last two weeks without any reoccurring regrets once I leave, but I am determined to mark my final moments with upmost intentionality. Among other important life questions, I am asking myself how I can most meaningfully part ways with a city that has been monumental to my 20's, and with people who have in one way or another changed my life. It will be rough. And while there is no doubt in my mind that planning helps ease internal tensions, I reckon that the best moments come — I hate to admit it — unplanned. Two weeks! I plan to blog through the days to come, but other than that I have no idea how it'll all pan out. Regardless, come at me! (I think) I'm ready.
