I’m not sure about the 23 part (because in Korea that’s not actually my age), but the free part is for reals. 
My actual birthday was on a Tuesday and I had to work, so the school got me a cake and sang me a Korean Happy Birthday song. They are so nice to me. Then the Dongducheon crew surprised me and came over that night and brought me anotherrr cake and sang some more songs. Korea is really into cake… big pretty delicious ones.
The celebration was bumped to Saturday, when we went to Seoul for the bike extravaganza then out to Mexican food in Hongdae. I haven’t had a quality burrito in months, so I was beyond delighted. Then we moved along to the clubs of Hongdae where we just hung out and danced and danced and played all night. Eventually we ended up in a cheap Love Motel down the street and had McDonalds for breakfast. I am convinced that McDonalds is only delicious in the morning. I even splurged on a Green Tea Milkshake. Yupp bet you’re jealous now. America needs to get with the times. Anyways, the pictures speak for themselves, but there’s a quick recap for you. Overall, a really fun night!!! Thanks to everyone for the nice birthday notes, messages, and calls. It’s nice to feel connected with home even when I’m far across the ocean.
oh your birthday was just so fun!! i’m so happy you have such wonderful people in your life there to take care of you! we love and miss you over here!!! xoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxo