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Nothing Changed Except My Hair

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 I cut my hair It happened after a party on December 31st. It wasn't a dramatic decision. I just couldn't stand how I  felt afterward. I know appearance isn't everything. Still. there was no reason to start every first impression from a disadvantage. That thought stayed with me longer than I expected.

The Shift of Risk - Episode 5

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 When danger slowly stopped coming for Hawon After we made it through that crisis, life seemed to return to normal.  At least, that's how it looked on the outside. The only thing that really changed was me. Out of pure caution, I started paying attention to every small detail, watching Hawon’s every move.

What a Night Out in Korea Taught Me About Belonging, Appearance, and Letting Go

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 What a Night Out in Korea Taught Me About Belonging, Appearance, and Letting Go In Korea, there is a place called a nightclub. Not a club in the Western sense, but something slightly different. While clubs exist everywhere in the world, Korean nightclubs are bult around a very purpose: meeting someone new. Everything about the space is designed to make that happen quickly and efficiently. First impressions matter more than conversations, and appearance often speaks before words do. I hadn’t been to one in almost ten years. After getting married and growing older, nightlife simply stopped being part of my routine. This visit wasn’t planned. It was the end of the year, friends suggested it, and saying no felt harder than going along. So I went. We booked a private room. It was expensive because it was New Year’s Eve, but splitting the cost made it feel manageable. The place was crowded, loud, and full of energy. On the surface, everything looked fine. But I didn’t enjoy myself.

The Day I Almost Lost Her : Episode 4

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After completing the adoption process, we headed straight to the animal hospital my brother runs. A full checkup was necessary, along with vaccinations. At the time, Hawon was infected with canine coronavirus We went back and forth to the hospital, monitoring her condition closely, focusing on providing enough nutrition. For such a small body to recover, that had to come first.

"The Day hawon Became Family" Episode 3

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 The Day Hawon Became Family The day after I received the call, we headed straight to the shelter to proceed with the adoption, The place was the Korea Animal Rescue Association, an organization dedicated to rescuing and protecting dogs, cats, and other animals in need.

The Name 'Hawon' Lives On - Episode 2

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 Until I Could Call His Name Again We finally agreed to adopt a dog. After that decision, only one question remained. Where would we adopt from?