Birth Mother

(caption: birth mother and I at my place; 6/19/08)

So last night, I got a call saying my birth mother and brother were at my apt and is it ok to see them. I just ventured out to get some stuff and when I got back I was wicked tired. However, I wasnt going to turn them away so I cleaned up a bit and waited for them to come up.

When my birth mother saw me, I got over a minute hug.. she almost wouldnt let go...and it got kinda awkward. I THINK her boyfriend or something was with but I am still not sure who the guy was. Anyway, we talked to cousin Aram via phone who translated for us. She was crying and I was happy to see her but so tired, sweaty, and felt gross. A couple funny things about this meeting: she asked if I wanted to shower w/ her.. guess in the Korea culture, women shower to gether.. I put an "X" on that right away. Then she gave me the good ol' butt slap as she left. Priceless.

I will see her and other family again on Sunday at 11:00am.