Light (빛)

I chose “light” as the theme for this year’s mural project, or more specifically, “Choose a time to be a light in this world for others.” I picked this theme because I believe that anyone can be a light to their friends, family, or anyone they interact with. Light is important because, like real light, it can guide people in a positive direction. It helps create positivity rather than negativity. For example, people like Aiden make others happy because, in a way, he is a “light.” Talking to him makes me feel happy, and if you’ve ever spoken to him, I think you’d understand what I mean. But it’s not just Aiden—anyone, including you, can be a light for others. We must remember to think positively and live our lives happily. Light can also be something that brings joy, like sports, games, reading, or hiking. By making yourself happy, you can also be a light to those around you.

이번 벽화 프로젝트의 주제는 ‘빛’ 또는 ‘이 세상에서 다른 사람을 위해 빛이 될 순간을 선택하세요’로 정했습니다. 이 주제를 선택한 이유는 누구나 친구나 가족, 또는 대화하는 모든 사람에게 빛이 될 수 있다고 믿기 때문입니다. 빛은 실제 빛처럼 사람들을 긍정적인 방향으로 이끌 수 있기 때문에 중요하다고 생각합니다. 빛은 사람들을 부정적이 아닌 긍정적으로 만들 수 있습니다. 예를 들어, Aiden 같은 사람은 어떤 면에서 ‘빛’과 같아서 그와 대화하면 저도 행복해지고, 그와 이야기해 본 적이 있다면 제가 무슨 뜻인지 알 것이라고 생각합니다. 하지만 Aiden뿐만 아니라 당신도, 그리고 누구든지 다른 사람에게 빛이 될 수 있습니다. 우리는 항상 긍정적으로 생각하고 행복하게 살아가는 것을 잊지 말아야 합니다. 빛은 스포츠, 게임, 독서, 하이킹과 같은 취미를 통해서도 나타날 수 있습니다. 스스로를 행복하게 만들면, 주변 사람들에게도 빛이 될 수 있습니다.

俺がセルフレスネス/カインドネスを選んだ理由は人に幸せを渡すと自分に返ってくると思っているからです。そして人にいいことをすると相手が喜んでくれます。もてなすことはいいことです。カインドネスは大きいですが特にハイライトした事は人に上げる、自分w下げてでも人のために生きるという事です。例えば小さくても奢ってあげたり、庇ってあげたり、話を聞いてあげる事です。このセルフレスネス／カインドネスは世界を平和にする力があると思います。これは戦争などの大きな問題から人のことも考える、他人優先することによって他に見えて来る事があるのでそれを一回見て感じ取ることも大事です。とにかく人に優しくなれば喧嘩、殺人や窃盗ましてや戦争もなくなって一緒に生きることも出来ます。

The reason I chose selflessness/kindness is because I believe that when you pass happiness to others, it comes back to you. Additionally, doing good things for people makes them happy. Hospitality is a good thing. Kindness is significant, but what I especially want to highlight is the act of elevating others, even at the expense of oneself, to live for the sake of others. For example, it could be treating someone even if it’s just a small treat, protecting them, or listening to their stories. I believe this selflessness/kindness has the power to bring peace to the world. It makes you consider others and prioritize them, which can bring to light things you wouldn’t normally see, so it’s important to look at and feel this at least once. Anyway, if everyone is kinder to each other, there would be no more fights, murders, thefts, or even wars, and we could all live together peacefully.

My parents are like angels; they make my path for me

Hawaii and this breath are all my parents

내 길을 인도해 주시는 부모님처럼, 하와이는 나의 모든 호흡

(Like my parents who lead my way, Hawaii is my every breath)

Hangeul and Ohana Project Reflective Writing

The concept of family, to me, means that they care about me and love me, and in return, I love and care about them as well. When it comes to the Maui wildfire incident, it’s essential to care because people are in trouble, and it’s our responsibility to be informed and offer our prayers and support. Reflecting on Jesus’ teaching through the Good Samaritan story from the Bible, we learn not to judge others solely based on their appearance but to look deeper, into their hearts. Lastly, the true meaning of “Ohana” for me is about family – a commitment that emphasizes that nobody should be left behind or forgotten, reinforcing the importance of unity and support within our family bonds