Incredible!

Which way should we go first!

Of course! Let's go to eat!

Pickles are served with just about every meal, but these were particularly yummy because they were pink!
We had to order some Bianca. Just so you know, it was worth every won!

I am pretty sure these are art brushes. The artists must be creating some very large paintings.

Next stop...Demilitarized Zone.

Security is very tight. Passports were required. Many people are banned from these tours because of their nationality.

Our first visit was to a small building where we read and signed a form promising to obey the strict code of conduct. For example, no pointing or gesturing toward North Korea. Also, there was a dress code - no jeans, shorts, sandals, or clothes with any writing on the them.

Trust me, the South Koreans and Americans mean business. But how would you like the North Korean through the window looking over YOUR shoulder?

Shortly after taking his picture, this soldier left. He probably didn't like us taking his picture. The soldier next to Misty looks proud and all business. This young man looks sad and beaten down.

Look at these adorable children's clothes. Just imagine a family full of military clad children running around your nieghborhood, hiding behind buildings, digging trenches, throwing grenades, etc.

This picture really sums up the feeling at the DMZ. So many families are divided by this barrier and so many have been separated through death. One day this country will be united again.

All this Korean woman needs is Chip 'n Dale on her blouse, then she and Misty could be twins. ^^

This would be a great visual for Ephesian 6:13-18.

On the way to the Geongbok Palace, we found this calm lily pond.

I never tire of these "Changing of the Guards" ceremonies.


I think she has a "crush" on him. Its probably the hat. The hand in the background is pointing the way to dinner. The Sister Missionaries made the arrangements and ordered for us since we don't speak Korean.

This is our favorite Shabu Shabu restaurant. I hope we can take Niesha, Heidi and Hannah for delicious dinner.
Sister Kim told Elder Biesinger that she wanted to marry someone just like him.

Next stop... Buddhist temple.

This Buddhist symbol means good fortune, luck, and well-being. The Nazi symbol points the opposite direction and has the opposite meaning.

Welcome to a Buddhist Temple in the heart of Seoul.

One respectfully removes his or her shoes before entering.

There are hundreds of little gold Buddhas on these shelves.

This is one very large Buddhist statue, maybe sixty feet tall.

This is one very small Buddha, maybe six inches short.

These are some of the paintings that adorn the outside walls and doors of the temples.

I am sure he has a "kind" heart. I am just not sure what "kind."


Misty met all sorts of interesting men and women in Korea.

Modern skyscrapers surround these ancient roofs.

Decorative walls surround this shopping Buddhist.

After a long week of sight-seeing, a "Smoothie King" tastes mighty fine.

Last stop...the beautiful Seoul Temple.

A little dessert before we head for home. What do you think?

Now you see it. Now you don't. Meow!

Yep, right here in Seoul.