Renewed Perspectives and Gratitude in South Korea

It feels like a lifetime ago I was here in South Korea as a different man who wanted nothing out of life. I spent 9 months deployed on the DMZ back when I was in the army and I was bitter, and still angry at the world. Unable to appreciate this beautiful country I was in until now. I spent my week here exploring the palaces, the Temples and Mt. Seorak where I was promptly rained on as I climbed the routes. I couldn't help but laugh as I was surrounded by such amazing scenery while soaking wet. I found peace up on that mountain. Just a man and his thoughts digesting almost 10 years of his life and how he finally reached this moment. I met many wonderful people, I sang karaoke with and tried the local drinks and food till I couldn't eat anymore. I was filled with overwhelming gratitude for the privilege of returning to a time in my life that I had lost so much. After that deployment I lost more friends to suicide, I lost my way in life and I was disgruntled with the army. I was given the opportunity to return with a renewed perspective on life. One that brings gratitude for who I was able to become despite my setbacks and past failures. I was reminded how lucky I am to be here, be healthy and be able to travel freely. Its been fun Korea, and I'm sure I'll be back to say hello many more times. Thank you for the healing, the memories and the peace that I experienced here. I hope everyone gets to experience Seoul an South Korea at least once in their lifetim.