[모임후기] Minutes of the meeting on May 16

[Sun*]

Minutes of the meeting on May 16

We had 7 English Talkaholics - Grace, Kim, Danny, Matthew, 2 new comers, Mya, Jae-sang (Sun) and me.

 We had an introduction time with new comers, Mya and Jae-sang (Sun), welcome guys!!!

There were a lot of questions on Mya, so she had a very busy time with all the members~~

In discussion session, Jae-sang (Sun) brought an issue about state-of–the–art machines, especially robotics technology. He said that robots will give us amazing tech and convenience but in my opinion, it will also change labor markets dramatically.

After that I raised a different issue, “Is cohabitation before marriage necessary?” The answers were clearly divided into two groups. Both sides had very reasonable grounds for their thoughts although most of us already knew Grace’s answer^^   

The debate topic was installation of Thaad system in South Korea and its international dynamics between neighboring countries.

Supporting group, Kim, Mattew and I, said MD system is absolutely necessary for the security of Korean peninsula because we still rely on U.S military technology for our national defense when it comes to missile attacks from hostile North Korea. At the same time, if we’re talking about the exorbitant installation expenditure of Thaad, we don’t have to pay for it with our budget. Although U.S is using fear tactics for their security interests, we already knew about their hidden intentions. Ostensibly, U.S military officials claimed that South Korea needs the Thaad system, but they need that more than us to protect their troops and ultimately for their territories.

However, opposing group, Danny, Grace and Mya, argued that the system is neither as effective as the American military officials’ statement nor appropriate MD system for us, because of its too long target range.  Furthermore, the major culprit for the installation of that system is financial burden, since we have been paying huge amount of money for military weapons purchase so far. So we can’t afford additional defense budget any more. 

In conclusion, majority of English Talkaholics don’t support installation or paying for the system. Actually, we are very disappointed with Korean government’s reaction to issues regarding AIIB joining and installing Thaad because both matters are clearly ours not America’s or China’s. Therefore, we shouldn’t be swayed by any other nation’s economic or military clout. We must have a wise move between two powerful countries. Perhaps we can use this chance as leverage to control those powerhouses.

After individuals’ final comment, we went to 'Kimgane' the Korean restaurant which has recently regained popularity among us for its tasty dishes, various choices and reasonable price. We ordered some dishes altogether and enjoyed the foods like buffet style and continued chit-chat~~. When we were talking and laughing, Kim discreetly paid for all meals and said that he wanted to treat us for appreciation of study English together, although we insisted not to do it. (Thanks  Kim!!) So I wanted to buy some coffee for our members as well, but Kim didn’t even let me go to coffee shops. He suggested me McDonald's instead, to save my money (?) So we went to McDonald’s, talked and giggled until late afternoon~~

Thanks guys for coming (specially, Danny who came from San Jose straight after his biz trip and Mya came all the way from Pennsylvania!) and see you guys very soon!!

I wish to take this opportunity of thanking Tia, for all her efforts and time, such as preparation of topics and organization of meetings, even though she is very busy. I really appreciate of her commitment!

[Sun*]

Amelia! Are you O.K now? I hope you are well by now^^

[Amelia kim]

Thank you for asking, Sun. I'm completely recovered... It's embarrassing..ㅠㅠ See you this Saturday!

[tony daniel]

Wow~! excellent & detailed minutes. i didn't expect that. appreciate for your effort~!!

[Tia~*]

You seriously came to the study right from biz trip? I admire your enthusiasm!

[Sun*]

Thanks Danny! I highly appreciate your passion as well^^

[Tia~*]

I just checked now your fabulous review!!!!!! I enjoyed so much reading it! WOW!
"although most of us already knew Grace’s answer^^ -> 완전 육성으로 빵터짐 ㅍㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎㅎ
I'm curious though, there's Sun(a new comer) mentioned but I cannot find his name in debate. Did he leave ealier?
Anyways, I feel jealous you guys had so much fun WITHOUT ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

[Sun*]

Hi Tia! It was a just monotonous and very dull meeting without you of course^^ Jae-sang left prior to
our debate, due to his previous engagement~~ See you soon my lady!!