Miscellaneous records on Korean poetry, culture, and more.

 **Second Book: *Always Remember* (Original Title: *Always Remember: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, the Horse and the Storm*, 2025, Charlie Mackesy)** In this sequel to the first book, the same four friends once again wander through the wild, this time facing a major ordeal: a **storm**. Although they still travel without a specific destination, the approach of dark clouds and the storm brings a deeper exploration of inner anxiety, self-doubt, and frustration. The boy, in particular, is plagued by thoughts of inadequacy and unlovability—represented by a negative voice in the form of a weasel—but he overcomes them through the unconditional support of his friends. The horse reveals its wings to carry the boy above the storm, and once the tempest passes, they find hope and self-love alongside a rainbow. The core messages are: "You are loved, and you are enough just as you are," "Storms pass, leaving friendship and hope behind," and "Be kind to yourself." - It is...

 A Story About Picture Books Picture books beloved by a rural reading group! I first encountered the book *The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse* on the recommendation of a fan of Charlie Mackesy . I picked it up without expecting much, but I found myself reading it once, twice, and then a third time! As I read the story of four very different creatures setting out on a journey together—getting to know one another, deepening their friendships, and growing—I discovered the unique charm of a "fable for adults," offering something special to grown-ups caught in the relentless cycle of competition and success. Two years later, through the second book, * Always Remember* , I witnessed how they overcame life's storms through friendship and saw those bonds grow even deeper. It was a time that offered comfort and warmth to everyone. Both books are filled with touching, brief passages and beautiful illustrations throughout. The second book, in particular, seemed to deliver an ...