ignite 'n inspire

Going in the fourth month of quarantine, I have been reflecting a lot about elementary school ME...the impulsive, passionate, loud teenager. I realized that I have never written a letter to my younger self. So here it is...     Baby girl, you are currently in grade 5 walking into your new elementary school for the first time. There are butterflies in your stomach and frogs in your throat as you walk up the stairs to Room 201. Although this life transition seems daunting, know that this new school experience is going to change your life. Here are some pieces of advice for you because I know you will need it: 1) Don't dwell on the concept of popularity. Popularity is no different from a fleeting breeze. It is important for you to find companions who share the same values, goals and ambitions. The quantity of Facebook friends only offer a temporary amount of satisfaction. Girl, know that you are going to meet people that will become your sisters  for life, women who will inspire you t

        When someone first enters into the dark hole of Korean dramas, they are often introduced to an abyss of phrases and expressions. Personally, OST was one of the first acronyms that I googled. OST is the abbreviation for "original sound track," a single or album of songs created for a particular drama. Just like Taiwanese, Japanese and Chinese dramas, these songs are intricately interwoven into the drama. The best OSTs are often associated with certain characters, romantic storylines and moods. What's the marker of a phenomenal soundtrack? To me...it must work hand in hand with the television show. Specifically, the mentioning of a drama should trigger a song to start playing in your head. Similarly, listening to an OST should prompt an individual to visualize significant scenes and dialogue.          In my opinion, I believe these original soundtracks have been an integral part of the Hallyu drama wave. Perhaps, these songs are the unsung heroes. Just as music is