What It's Like To Live In A Korean Household | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Politics and Activism

What It's Like To Live In A Korean Household

From the food to the furniture, everything's a little different.

158
What It's Like To Live In A Korean Household
Free Thought Blogs

America is known as a melting pot where people of all cultures and races are welcome. So it isn't a surprise that my own mother and father decided to come all the way from Korea to live in the states. Although they had left Korea, that didn't mean my parents had left behind their way of home-living. Growing up, I noticed that our household had some quirks to it; quirks that only Korean-American homes seemed to share.


1. Moms watch dramas like it's a religious thing.



2. There is always kimchi in the fridge. Even when the eggs, milk and meat start to dwindle and disappear, never the kimchi.



3. It's never clean enough. Not according to your parents, at least.



4. Although when they do compliment you for cleaning up, it feels more like this:



5. You will find that there is more skin care supplies than one would need.



6. Everyone's yelling at each other, and no one is even mad, it's just how we talk to each other.




7. All of your couches are made of leather.



8. There is never just one thing to eat at the dinner table.



9. You learn to fear this look from your parents.



10. You find weird seemingly therapeutic equipment around the house.



11. You learn to move silently because your parents have super sonic hearing.



12. There's no bedtime but there's a time you're supposed to be in bed.



13. Trying to sneak around after that time is super risky business.



14. Home is home, though.


Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

A Few Thoughts Every College Freshman Has

The transition into adulthood is never easy

11063
Mays Island
Courtney Jones

Today I started my third week of college at Minnesota State Moorhead. I have survived welcome week, finding my classes on the first day, and being an awkward loner in the dining hall. Even though I have yet to be here for a month, I have already experienced many thoughts and problems that only a new college student can relate to.

Keep Reading...Show less
college

"Make sure to get involved when you're in college!"

We've all heard some variation of this phrase, whether it came from parents, other family members, friends, RAs, or college-related articles. And, like many clichés, it's true for the most part. Getting involved during your college years can help you make friends, build your resume, and feel connected to your campus. However, these commitments can get stressful if you're dealing with personal issues, need to work, or aren't sure how to balance classes and everything else going on during the semester.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

9 Reasons Why Friends Are Essential In College

College without friends is like peanut butter without jelly.

4940
Bridgaline Liberati and friends
Bridgaline Liberati

In college, one of the essential things to have is friends. Yes, textbooks, a laptop, and other school supplies are important but friends are essential. Friends are that support system everybody needs. The more friends you have the better the support system you have. But you also have someone to share experiences with. And don’t settle for just one or two friends because 8 out of 10 times they are busy and you are studying all alone. Or they have other friend groups that do not include you. Don’t settle for just one or two friends; make as many friends as you can. After the first couple of weeks of college, most friend groups are set and you may be without friends.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Power of Dressing Up

Why it pays to leave the hoodie at home.

3625
sneakers and heels
Sister | Brother Style - Word Press

For a moment your world is spinning. The phone alarm has just scared you awake and you’re flooded by daunting thoughts of the day ahead. You have three assignments due and little time to work on them because of your job. You’re running late because you’ve hit snooze one to many times after yesterday’s long hours. You dizzily reach for a hoodie, craving its comfort, and rush for a speedy exit, praying you will have time to pick up coffee. Does this sound familiar?

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

11 Signs You Live At The Library As Told by 'Parks And Recreation'

A few signs that you may live in the library whether you'd like to admit it or not.

3171
brown wooden book shelves with books

Finals week is upon us. It is a magical time of year during which college students everywhere flock to the library in attempt to learn a semester's worth of knowledge in only a week. For some students, it's their first time in the library all semester, maybe ever. Others have slaved away many nights under the fluorescent lights, and are slightly annoyed to find their study space being invaded by amateurs. While these newbies wander aimlessly around the first floor, hopelessly trying to find a table, the OGs of the library are already on the third floor long tables deep into their studies. Here is a few signs that you may live in the library, whether you'd like to admit it or not.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments