First holiday after marriage vs first holiday after divorce…stars finding "their own happiness" in their places
For some, holidays are the start of excitement, and for others, a moment of new beginnings. This Chuseok, stars celebrating their first holiday since marriage and stars spending their first holiday alone after divorce are revealing how they each find "happiness" in their own ways, drawing attention.
First, Seo Dong-ju showed the traits of a "real daughter-in-law" while preparing for her first holiday after marriage. In the YouTube video "Seo Dong-ju's Tto.Do.Dong" released on the 6th, she set out to "buy 1,000,000 won worth of gifts for both parents." While looking around the department store food hall, Seo Dong-ju, surprised by the prices, said, "Are there so many people living luxuriously near Dobong-gu? This is no joke, it's a different world." She said, "50만 won for mother-in-law, 50만 won for my mother," adding, "I want to do my best for them now. Think as if there is no tomorrow," conveying a realistic yet sincere daughter-in-law's heart.
Another newlywed star, T-ara's Hyomin, also shared a "full holiday preparation" routine for her first holiday since marriage. Hyomin posted on social media preparing ingredients for holiday foods such as yukjeon, shrimp jeon and egg wash, noting "parboiling..." to update fans. In particular, a photo taken in front of a Korean beef restaurant added humor with the caption, "Was yesterday still livable? Why take a selfie here..." Known for her stylish fashion, she this time showed off an embroidered handkerchief and apron she received as gifts, saying "I like my fashion~" and revealing small happiness.
Hyomin, who drew attention after marrying a Seoul National University–educated financier in April this year, earned sympathy from fans by saying, "Even amid the sweetness of newlywed life, holiday preparation is reality."
On the other hand, singer Lyn shared a somewhat quiet but peaceful daily life as she faced her first holiday after divorce. Previously, Lyn married Lee Soo of MC the Max in 2014 but divorced after 11 years.
Facing her first holiday after divorce, she posted on social media, "I went to Manila and today I'm going to Seoul. I was tired but happy. Now I'll rest at home knitting a scarf with a crochet hook, eating cup noodles and watching Netflix," sharing her "solo holiday plan." She followed with, "Have a restful holiday both physically and mentally," conveying calm but firm recent news and receiving fans' support.
Seo In-young also shared her recent status as she faced her first holiday after divorce. Along with the short message "Happy Chuseok♥," she posted a natural selfie without makeup. Her bright expression in casual attire looked relaxed, and fans left supportive messages such as "You really look comfortable now," and "You look prettier like this." Seo In-young married a non-celebrity businessman last year but divorced by mutual agreement after seven months. Recently she has announced opening a YouTube channel and is preparing a new start.
First holiday after marriage, or first holiday after divorce. Situations differ, but they share one thing. They are quietly walking toward "their own happiness." Internet users reacted, saying, "I sympathize with their more realistic and honest sides than anyone," "A holiday doesn't have to mean a family's form," and "It's admirable to see them holding up well in their own places."
Even under the glamorous spotlight, holidays are when everyone ultimately returns to their own places. Whether marriage or divorce, isn't living as "the me of now" the greatest happiness?
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