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Hiii!It's the first of June and everyone seems so relaxed! I love people watching and being here with amazing people! And having poke bowls with friendss! Happy summer holidays everyone!!//01.06.2025//16.46//

오랜만이에요~~Last month, my best friend and I spent an unforgettable week at a ski resort. We stopped by her childhood village and stayed the night at her family home, with her brother and his girlfriend joining us. We all stayed in a cozy cottage, spent the day grocery shopping, and explored the ridge where the skiing took place. Behind the ridge, we found a beautiful forest trail and a frozen pond where we made snow angels.Wednesday was my big day—I went skiing for the first time! I panicked and fell about ten times (my upper arm still aches, but it’s fine). Despite the falls, I learned how to ski, which was a big achievement since I only knew cross-country skiing before. The landscapes were breathtaking.One of the best parts of the trip was the spa day my friend and I had. After a relaxing sauna in the cottage, we treated each other to face masks.I cooked a few times, and on other days, we all cooked together. It was the best week of 2025—fun, relaxing, and full of memories with my friend.One day, we wanted to use a small shelter behind the cottage to grill food, but it was already occupied. So, we set out for another shelter that was supposed to be one kilometer away but turned out to be five. We crossed a frozen lake, which cracked beneath us, but her brother calmly led the way, assuring us he’d fall first if anything happened. We kept going, trekking through knee-deep snow in the forest, falling every few steps, but we were having fun.By the time we reached the shelter, it was 7 p.m. and we were exhausted, but we spent two hours there. Starting the fire was tricky with frozen logs, but my friend’s brother and his girlfriend, who had military experience, helped us get it going.For the trip back, we found a road instead of crossing the forest again, making it much easier. We returned to the cottage tired, hungry, and only had sausages to eat, but the adventure was worth it.Might post more of the trip later!

Happy Valentine’s Day! Even though it’s been over for me for a few hours now, I still want to send out some love.In Finland, we call Valentine’s Day "ystävänpäivä," which translates to "Friend’s Day." It’s not just about romance but also about appreciating the people in our lives like friends, family, and loved ones. Of course, couples celebrate too, but there’s no pressure to have a partner, which I think makes the day feel extra warm and inclusive.I spent today with my friends, and we had the most amazing cake that my friend baked—it was so good! She came over with her partner, whom we met for the first time, and later, he headed out, which kind of sums up the vibe of Valentine’s Day here: time for partners, but also for friends.As a little thank-you to the friend who hosted, I brought her a tiny bouquet in the cutest pot!! Such a small thing, but it made me so happy to give.Hope everyone had a day filled with love in all its forms!xoxo + a lip heart (because why not? lol)

오랜만이에요~I wanted to share one of my favorite hobbies today, and maybe a few more, haha. I really enjoy reading, but it’s even better when I’m in a cozy and comfortable environment.Thanks to my mom’s love for flowers, there are always some on the coffee table, and just a simple candle makes the space feel so much warmer. All I need after that is a cup of green tea, a soft blanket, and of course, my classical music playlist on Spotify.That playlist is public, so I’d love for you all to check it out and add it! It’s perfect for studying, reading, and even daydreaming. I also have plenty of other playlists if you’re interested! (You can find the playlist title and my account in the 8th picture ^^)I also really love the quote in the 7th picture and was curious to see how it would sound in Korean. I tried looking for a Korean translation of this book but couldn’t find one, so I asked ChatGPT to translate it for me. Here’s what it came up with:"이 이야기의 교훈은 다음과 같다:무기가 없이 당신과 맞서는 자를 조심하라.그의 눈에 당신이 목표물이 아니라면,당신이 무기임을 확신해도 좋다."For any native Korean speakers—how does this translation sound to you? Does it feel natural?Also, what are some of your favorite books? I’d love to hear your recommendations, especially if you have any favorite Korean authors! 🥹

새해 복 많이 받으세요!Hope everyone had an amazing New Year’s! I spent mine with family and relatives like usual, and later on, my cousins, sisters, and I went to the centre of Turku to catch the fireworks. There were so many people gathered for the countdown, and the fireworks were incredible!! It was such a fun way to end the night!Here’s to 2025, being a softer, kinder, and sweeter year for all of us. Let’s stay happy and healthy!//01.01.2025//06.02// Ps. The five fingers up are supposed to represent 2025... I tried, idk how to make a 2025 pose loool

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas! 🎄Yesterday, my little sister unwrapped the Crime Scene game as a Christmas gift, so naturally, my siblings, cousins, and I decided to dive in and play together. But as the night grew later (as Christmas Eve tends to do here), we had to hit pause and agree to continue the fun later today!Oh, and for those wondering... Yes, we open gifts on the 24th here in Finland!☃️Enjoy this holiday season!

I’m sitting at the table with a warm cup of Glögi, enjoying the cosy atmosphere of our yearly tradition. Every year, my friends and I get together for a Glögi tasting—a fun ritual where we rate each bottle by flavour, the look of the bottle, and price. After we’ve tasted them all, we pick a winner and decide which Glögi feels the most like Christmas.Right now, there are nine empty bottles lined up, and three more to go. The room is full of laughter and friendly debates as we tally up scores and share stories from past years. True to our group’s style, we couldn’t resist a bit of nostalgia—we ended up singing a Christmas song we used to perform at concerts back in middle and high school. It’s been years since we last sang together, so we sounded a bit rough, but it didn’t matter. It was just fun to reminisce.I’ll update you later on which Glögi won, but for now, we’re just soaking up the festive vibes and enjoying the moment.//15.54.2024//23.54//

こんばんは!Today, I made Japanese curry with prawns and rice for dinner along with two side dishes. One was okra and carrots sautéed in a pan, and the other was a cucumber and avocado salad. I wanted everything to be ready before Mum got home from work, so I started a bit earlier than usual.It turned out really good! The curry was just the right balance of savoury and a little sweet, and the side dishes added a nice variety to the meal. Everyone seemed to enjoy it, which made me happy. It feels nice to put effort into something and have it appreciated. I think that is one of my favourite things about cooking. I had the curry simply with rice and pickled daikon, and my mum had it with the side dishes! I tried the side dishes, though, and they complimented the flavours nicely. ^^Japanese word of the day:いただきます - I humbly receive 🍛Song recommendation of the day:Baby you by Yuka

안녕하세요~Today was craaazy. I went over to my friend's apartment to make Joulutorttu and hang out, but that’s not the wild part. The apartment I visited wasn’t just any place—it was her first apartment. The one where our friend group spent countless nights laughing, dreaming, and just being. After high school, she moved to another city with one of our mutual friends, and the apartment was lost to time.But now, it’s back!!!Somehow, she saw it listed for rent again, and since she was moving back to the city anyway, she managed to rent it. Walking into that space felt like stepping into a time capsule. She still had her old furniture, the same photos on the walls, and even the flowers that my friend and I gave her when she first rented the place. She had dried and saved them all these years. I tried to find the same flowers to give her this time, but I couldn't find any. I found a bouquet that included them, though.To add to the nostalgia, she taught me how to play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on the violin agaim. Somehow, she said I have a natural way of holding it for someone who doesn’t play. In return, I helped her with the piano. For a moment, I felt like a teenager again—like no time had passed at all.It was a day I won’t forget.Korean words of the day:High school - 고등학교Flower - 꽃To feel nostalgic/ to feel homesick - 향수를 느끼다Song recommendation of the day:Oli aikoi - Mikael Gabrial (It's a finnish song I used to listen to a lot in 2020)

I've been craving Buldaks carbonara for months! Haven't had it in so long, but I bought it yesterday again, FINALLY! Here is the beautiful process of today's masterpiece. I even made proper food and all for the others to eat, but TODAY I want THIS.Remember, kids eat ramen in moderation!

안녕하세요~The Christmas season is just around the corner, and you can already feel the spirit in Finland! My best friend and I visited a charming old-school café in town, nestled inside a traditional wooden Finnish house. The atmosphere was so warm and inviting. We shared a slice of carrot cake and had a hot chocolate topped with whipped cream. It was so good!Afterwards, we took a walk through the city, soaking in the magical ambience. One of the highlights was visiting the annual Christmas windows display. Each year, they’re designed with a unique theme and accompanied by a narrated story played over the speakers. It’s such a lovely tradition that never fails to capture the holiday magic 🌃🎄✨️Korean words of the day:Carrot - 당근 🥕Hot chocolate - 핫초코 or 핫초콜릿 🍫☕️Cold (temperature or weather) - 추운 ☃️Christmas - 크리스마스 🎄🎅🏻Song recommendation:When it snows (흰 눈이 오면) by 1415 It's one of my favourite songs to listen to during winter!

잘 먹겠습니다~I love my mums food!!

안녕하세요!!Winter is here, and I couldn't be more excited!Today was the first snowfall of the season, and it’s already blanketing everything in white. After braving a blizzard on my way back from a friend’s place, I made sure to shovel the walkway to our door as soon as I got home. The cold metal of the shovel turned my hands bright red (let’s not talk about the mystery of my missing gloves), and the snow was surprisingly heavy. Buuut, it turned into a pretty solid workout!Also the two pictures that have something written in snow say:Korean:잘자 - Goodnight (informal, add 요 to the end for the polite version) AndJapanese:おやすみ - Goodnight (also casual, おやすみなさい would be more polite)Correct me if I'm wrong pleasee ^^

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안녕하세요 I wanted to share little moments of my walk. Taking walks and listening to music is my therapy. I love the feeling of my body feeling warm and cozy and having my fingertips and nose feel cold.🧣Also I just did my nails yesterday but one of my fingers already had polish chip off ㅜㅜI love how my ring and nails matchhh🫶🏼Song recommendation:여기까진가요 - ChamsomKorean of the day:산책하다 - to take a walk 오늘은 안개가 끼었어요 - It is foggy today 오늘 안개가 많이 꼈어요 – There's a lot of fog todayPlease correct my korean if I've made mistakes or if it's awkward

BOO!! Happy late Halloween! Just a random Halloween picture dumb and a Halloween card I just made, hahaha ^^Today, two of my friends and I had a tiny Halloween gathering because we had nothing special prepared for Halloween, plus IT'S ALWAYS FUN TO DRESS UP. My friends were dressed up as two fairies, and I guess I was their magical deer, lol 🫂😭Korean word of the day:Deer = 사슴 🦌Pumpkin = 호박 🎃To be scared = 무서워하다 (verb form)I'm scared, or it's scary = 무서워요 (polite), 무서워 (informal) 😱

Here's prt. 2!The last core memory would probably be when I finally found the song with the help of my big sister. Korea was starting to gain attention internationally with K-pop and dramas, so my big sister and I went on a search. She’d figured out that the English name of the drama was Sad Love Story for some time, but she said it was still very hard to find information about it on Google when she l was looking. But this time, Korea had gained popularity, and we searched again, and the show actually came up! However, finding the song took a little more digging since I didn’t know Korean. So, I got the Korean keyboard on my phone (it was the 10-key layout) and tried to desperately type random Korean lines I saw on Wikipedia into Spotify’s and YouTube’s search bars. I couldn’t figure out the keyboard, and I had no idea what I was even typing, hahaha 😭 Eventually, I found a video of the show on YouTube, and I went fishing for the song. At the time, I didn’t know what OST stood for… so I didn’t even search using that word. It would have helped a lot, but thanks to all the trouble I went through, I learned what OST meant, and I found the song. In the end, I needed to learn hanguel so I could learn the song properly. And now I can sing it by heart—yayyy!Long story short, I’m learning Korean because of one very old Korean song, and I would have never guessed that one melody that stayed close to me for so long would shape what I like and appreciate in life now. Life is pretty strange. Even one single song can make a huge difference.Fun fact: I still use the 10-key Korean keyboard because I find it easier and quicker than the QWERTY keyboard. I’m so slow at typing when I try to use the QWERTY keyboard for Korean, lool.

안아주세요 여러분!! Kind of a long and weird two part post today. I want to meet those 66 monthly listeners on Spotify (picture below) and hear how long it took them to find this song or if they always knew where to find it. What's their life story, how old are they?This song will forever be carved into my soul and heart 😭. I heard it for the duration of 20 episodes or so as a six- or seven-year-old kid who didn’t understand a word of Korean. Then I spent the rest of my life humming it, without knowing where I could hear it or how to find it. I didn’t have the name of the drama or the song.I’ve built a few core memories around this song that I hold close to me. One is of me and my big sister by the piano, trying to find the right keys to play the melody so we could hear it again once the show had long passed and we couldn’t hear it anywhere anymore.Another is from when I was in 5th grade. I was standing alone by the playground, just zoned out and humming the melody, and my housekeeping class teacher startled me, saying, “What is that melody? You look beautiful from the side profile singing it.” I remember I just laughed and thanked her, feeling embarrassed, but I thought about it the whole day. Her compliment was so detailed and unexpected that I’ve always carried it with me.The last core memory would probably be when...Part two is in my second post, hehe.

안녕!!I'm soooo excited! I just saw way more northen lights than I have ever before, since I live in south Finland and we don't see them properly that often.I saw a message from my big sister in the family group chat of how she saw northern lights outside with my cousin, and I literally ran out in my pyjamas to see for myself! They also saw a shooting star and then my little sister saw another one too! Unfortunately I missed that. In the south you barely see anything with your bare eyes, but I will show you what I caught with night vision and without.Song recommendatio: Saudade (When We Are Born) by Ólafur ArnaldsKorean words of the day:북극광 - Northen lights 🌌자정/한밤중 - Midnight 🌉어두운 파랑색 - Dark blue 🧥별 - Star ⭐️유성/ 별똥별 - Shooting star 🌠