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Courtesy photo | Kelly Lesperance took a photo of Theresa Carns at Silleuksa Temple on November 15, 2021, during a cultural trip in Yeoju, South Korea. (Photo taken by Monica K. Guthrie) View image page

Author: Monica K. Guthrie Commissioner of the Humphreys Public Affairs Department, U.S. Army Garrison, Humphreys Camp, South Korea-On the evening of November 15th, when Lindsey Brown stepped off the tour bus, she and others A group of women gathered on the sidewalk, planning. When they responded that they were happy to meet other people and made sure they were able to connect through the exchanged phone numbers and social media accounts, the voices merged together. Brown and others were among the 40 soldiers, civilians and family members invited by the Korea-US Friendship Association to participate in the Yezhou Ceramics Tour. This trip is free and includes bus transportation, lunch and pottery making. "I like anything that helps me understand Korea better," said Brown, whose husband is Tech. Sgt. Brown University London and 51st Logistics Preparation Squadron. "I like the fact that it's easy. You show up and they provide everything...you can't beat it." Lisa Ku, a volunteer and translator of KAFS, said that this event was held to make every culture Members have the opportunity to communicate with each other. "We want to" let the families of American soldiers learn about Korean culture. Gu said. The program of the day included a visit to the Silleuksa Temple in Yeoju, which is the only Buddhist temple in South Korea close to the river. The group was divided into two parts, and a tour guide and a tour guide were provided. An interpreter. During the visit. Participants learned about the history of the temple and its significance in Korean culture, and were then released on their own land. “I like Korea very deliberately and want to make sure that Americans enjoy their experience here,” Brown said. “ In the United States, we didn't really do such a thing for foreigners. I just really appreciate and admire South Korea’s culture towards foreigners. Afterwards, the group went to their pottery making site, where they enjoyed a Korean bento box lunch, and then browsed a pottery warehouse available for purchase. Pottery ranged from miniature flower pots with lids to two-foot-tall vases and flower pots. The making class and the ceramic painting opportunity are conducted at the same time. Participants choose a table and choose between a heart-shaped bowl and a rectangular tray to paint. With the supplies provided, everyone can freely propose their own design. At the same time, the potter Kim Sang-lok invited the participants one by one to his pottery wheel, where he assisted them in making their own small pots. These pots will be put in the kiln and sent to Humphreys Camp after completion. With participation The participants started their activities, and the room transitioned from soft voices to conversations and laughter. Although few people in the group knew each other, the strangers quickly evolved into new friends. Brown said that she met a Korean citizen on t rip and plans to get together with them. In addition, she also met a spouse who is new to Korea and wants to spend time with her. "This is another thing I like about these trips," Brown said. "Usually you Will meet someone. I think it's really good for us to meet other people. "When the bus returned to Humphreys Camp, the organizers stood up and thanked those who participated in the exchange experience. They emphasized future events and invited everyone to join again. "I hope more people will know (Future events ) They can come and enjoy these activities," Ku said. "Everyone is very friendly and I am very happy to meet them. "

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