My family and I have spent the past several months trying to figure out a solution to the questions of contrasting callings. I've wanted to stay longer, but Amy's job demands her return in the Fall. Though Amy left the decision to me, I had decided that staying for one year in Korea away from Amy and Naomi would be too long. We had talked, though, about the wish for a six month compromise. Unfortunately, the contracts seemed firm at one year.
Last week, I was approached by my coteacher with an offer. The school had decided that they would like me to stay for one more term if I was unwilling to stay for two. I told them I would be interested, so they contacted GEPIK (the province's education board) who surprisingly approved the request. I am not sure about the precedent of such an offer, but the school wanted an answer immediately. If I wasn't staying they needed to begin the rehiring process. I accepted.
I am not looking forward to missing seven or eight months of Naomi's development and being away from Amy for such a long time. I am also not looking forward to having to do all the housework, shopping and bill-paying. I was also looking forward to a hiatus from hundreds of screaming children. I am excited, though, to have some more time to live and teach in Korea. I have felt that one year was just too short, but I have a feeling that I will be content (if not happy) to leave after the new year. I am excited, but the challenge of living as a bachelor with no support base will be a new experience.
Last week, I was approached by my coteacher with an offer. The school had decided that they would like me to stay for one more term if I was unwilling to stay for two. I told them I would be interested, so they contacted GEPIK (the province's education board) who surprisingly approved the request. I am not sure about the precedent of such an offer, but the school wanted an answer immediately. If I wasn't staying they needed to begin the rehiring process. I accepted.
I am not looking forward to missing seven or eight months of Naomi's development and being away from Amy for such a long time. I am also not looking forward to having to do all the housework, shopping and bill-paying. I was also looking forward to a hiatus from hundreds of screaming children. I am excited, though, to have some more time to live and teach in Korea. I have felt that one year was just too short, but I have a feeling that I will be content (if not happy) to leave after the new year. I am excited, but the challenge of living as a bachelor with no support base will be a new experience.
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