Abraham Lincoln Didn't Have a Bear-Wife

But someone you know might have

Editing textbooks for a company in Korea was also a part of my work there. I spent time correcting and editing lesson plans, blogs, and worksheets on things I knew nothing about. (This continues with my current teaching abilities. 😄)

I quickly learned quite a bit about Korean history. I learned that most of the founders of every Korean dynasty were born from eggs. And the Father of the Korean people was born from a God named Hwanung who had cordial (or is it coitus?) relations with a bear who had been turned into a human female. There are also some foundation, creation, and flood myths that sound quite a bit like the stories represented in the Bible.

Could you imagine if Abraham Lincoln had a bear-wife?

That would be SUPER odd.

In addition to these tasks, I also took on the challenge of doing voice work for history books in South Korea. Pronouncing Korean names and terms during the recording sessions was no easy feat for me. I had to conduct extensive research and practice to ensure accurate pronunciation and delivery. It wasn't a walk in the park, but I recognized the importance of effectively communicating the historical information in those books. I'm not saying I'm the best voice actor out there, but I gave it my all, and I'm proud of the work I did… sort of.

As I continued my journey through the realms of Korean history, the depth of the nation's cultural heritage unfolded before me. Beyond the intriguing tales of egg-born founders and divine bear-human relations, I discovered a nuanced tapestry of myths and legends that revealed the complex interplay of tradition and belief shaping Korea's identity.