Tagged: In and Near Ansan

Advertisements by the Elevator in Our Apartment Building

Rather than go around plastering our doors with flyers for every chicken and pizza restaurant in the area, someone got the bright idea to set up cases by the elevators so people can take what they want. It seems like a good solution, though we still do get some flyers...

Roses in Seongpo-Dong Near Nojeok Hill

On the way back from Nojeok Hill in the morning, I often pass by this spot. The entire road here is lined with rose bushes though and for several weeks in May and June, it's really beautiful. This photo's a little old though; rose season has passed now.  

Chukong 10 Complex Apartment Painting

Chukong 10 Complex is right across the street from Artist Apartments, where we live, and is along the path I take to Nojeok Hill each morning.  Recently they repainted the buildings, which is something they do about every ten years. I'd say we're about ready for a new paint job...

The Management at Artist Apartments Strikes Back

The Management at Artist Apartments Strikes Back

I recently posted a photo of a campaign going on at Artist Apartments to eject the current team of homeowners association volunteers. (Click here to view.) Recently the following notice was attached to our monthly management bill. See translation below it. Public Notice #2010-32 Public Notice There is currently a...

Ajuma’s Noodle Restaurant Across from Hanyang University

When I first got to Korea, I lived with a family in Ansan for over a year during 1994-1995. I call them "Ajuma" and "Ajossi" and we've stayed very close friends through the years, even as they later moved to locations in Anyang and Seoul.  They're back in Ansan now...