0606. Happy Birthday, Haechan.

To the most whip-smart and witty man I’ve ever known whose smile is as bright as the Sun,

Today is the 6th of June. Happiest birthday, Haechan, Fullsun, 이동혁.

You are truly one in a million…

With a smile that can always light up every room you enter. That well-known and beautiful honey voice, comforting everyone who hears it. Those gorgeous moles, forming a star constellation — Ursa Minor, or the so-called little bear. Those incredible mindsets on the way you approach life with curiosity and dedication. The high standards you set for yourself, inspiring others to always strive for the better. And your bravery — speaking up about things that matter to you, always knowing exactly what to say and when to say it.

Just when I think I’ve seen the best of you, you unfold another layer of brilliance. You keep evolving, and it’s breathtaking to witness you mastering things you were already so good at.

And when you said, “I meant to do that,” I believe it wholeheartedly. Because there’s ordinary, and then there’s You.

I want to say thank you because there isn’t a day that goes by without me feeling grateful for knowing you.

Thank you for proving that the best way to live our life is by relentlessly pushing our limits and giving our all in everything we do;

For encouraging me to work toward my dreams and never give up on the — because your confidence inspires me to be confident myself;

For somehow helping me to keep going even when things get tough;

And for being a beacon of light in my times of confusion and sorrow.

Thank you, really.

I saw a quote that said, “A desire that leaves you hungrier than when you started to sate it. Laying in those leaves, the blood dripping from your face,” and I instantly thought of you — the way you burned yourself out chasing perfections.

That’s why I truly hope you find strength in living.

I hope you find the type of love in life that makes you feel at ease; I hope the Birdsong will sound like music to you; I hope people smile at you enough; I hope you wake up curious about what’s to come; I hope you listen to your body’s aches as signals instead of more hindrances; I hope that when you reach out, there’s a hand to grasp onto; I hope when you laugh, bursts of happiness accompany the sound; I hope you live a life where today is just as exciting as tomorrow; I hope you rest well; I hope you eat enough; I hope you hold your hope tightly and allow them to transform into grams; I hope all of your dreams come true;

And on your toughest days, I hope that you remember to take care of yourself.

You influenced my life in a significant and positive way, and words can’t even begin to express my gratitude.

You have worked really hard to arrive at this moment. I hope you get a chance to celebrate yourself as you deserve.

Nothing shall quench your light. Nothing shall stop you from shining. And nothing shall ever steal your joy.

Your new age is already blessed.

Once again,
Happy birthday ᰔ