Couple of the month: Jenny and David Lee

(Mike Kemp photo)

HER STORY: Jenny Lee

Native of: South Korea. 

Where did you grow up: Houston, Texas.

Education: Bachelor’s in computer information systems; associate degree in nursing

Job: Co-owner of Bulgogi Korean BBQ; registered nurse at Central Arkansas Heart Clinic. 

Why did you choose your vocation: David and I had a vision to bring Korean cuisine to Faulkner County. I chose nursing because I wanted to help others and go on medical mission trips.  

Parents: Joseph and Grace Young of Conway. 

Church activities: We attend Antioch Baptist Church. 

Hobbies/special interests: I love running, swimming, and cooking for others.    

How would you describe yourself: I am a grateful wife and mother of two who feels blessed as a business owner and loves helping others through nursing.

What is one thing people don’t know about you: I am not a morning person. I have to push the snooze button about four times. And I am a big germaphobe.

Most enjoyed weekend activity: To have family time by doing things outdoors such as going to the park, hiking or bike riding. 

What is your motto: Give all glory to God.   

What do you enjoy most about living in the 501: The love and support from the community — especially during the pandemic. 

HIS STORY: David Lee

Native of:  South Korea.

Where did you grow up: Daegu, South Korea. 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. 

Job: Co-owner of Bulgogi Korean BBQ.

Why did you choose your vocation: When I was in the Korean military, I had the chance to be the personal chef for the general and knew that cooking was my passion.  

Parents: Tae-Ho Lee and Ki-Hoon Lee; they live in Daegu, South Korea.

Church activities: I attend Antioch Baptist Church.

Hobbies/special interests: Bible study, developing new dishes, and I love to sing and swim. 

How would you describe yourself: Always having faith, family-oriented and work-driven.

What is one thing people don’t know about yoU: I have a degree in mechanical engineering. 

Most enjoyed weekend activity: Resting and having Bible study time with family. 

What is your motto: To live Christlike.

What do you enjoy most about living in the 501: It feels like a big family even though there are so many people. And we have so many beautiful churches.   

THEIR STORY

When/how we met: 

We were set up on a blind date by a Korean pastor. Our first date was at San Francisco Sandwich Company.  

The proposal: June 18, 2006.

Wedding bells: Married in September 2006, at the Embassy Suites in Little Rock.

Children: 

Noah and Olivia.

Family activities enjoyed together:

Riding our bicycles and hiking.