Korean-or-American

I leave on a plane to Korea in one week. Am I still nervous? Yes but I have been calming myself with the sweet sounds of credit card swiping. I have found that having travel plans gives me a great excuse to buy, buy, buy. I may be broke when I arrive in Seoul but I’ll be looking very stylish. I have also found that I possess the skill of justification. “Oooh, those shoes are cute. I’ve been needing new shoes anyways. I’ll NEED them in Korea. Yes! I want them, I NEED them. Must have them!” This has happened with shoes, shirts, make up, various toiletries, books, and even the undergarments that I’m pretty sure no one will see. However, I tell myself that its ok to be spending money like I’m Paris Hilton because I normally never buy much more than food. And since Paris doesn’t look like she spends much on food at all, I’m actually saving money in comparison. (See how this justification thing works? )

Even though I kid, I think the shopping and preparing has made me more excited about the trip. Not that I wasn’t excited before but now it seems more real. Soon I’ll be squeezing out shampoo from a teeny, airplane safe, 3oz. bottle. I’ll be cursing at the dead batteries in my camera. I’ll be worrying about panty lines in my new white outfit for the final party. The full shopping bags around the house and the worried look in my cat’s eyes is making it all sink in. Some of the online-friends are either there already or on their way and I’m very eager to meet them.

I hope everyone’s travels are safe and I’ll see you soon! The buying storm is over and its time to get packing!