💚 [Review] A Ray of Light on a Tiring Day: Receiving the IVE An Yu-jin ‘Narasarang Card’ 💌
These days, running ShinbiVerse has me thinking a lot. In the process of creating and leading something, there are rewarding moments, but honestly, there are more times when I feel exhausted and weary. Just as my heart was slowly drying up, an unexpected gift came my way. 🍃
It was the Narasarang Card featuring IVE’s An Yu-jin smiling brightly.
✨ “Not flashy glamour, but the freshness that stays by your side”
I’m not actually in the military, but I came across this card through my brother’s recommendation at the bank. But I stopped in my tracks when I saw Yu-jin’s image on the card. It wasn’t the glamorous, energetic Yu-jin with her playful charm that we see on TV.
There was a truly pure, mysterious, and endlessly fresh Yu-jin. In a light green cardigan with a gentle smile… like a forest fairy, perhaps? As I quietly gazed at that image, this thought came to me.
“A clear, authentic appearance evokes pure emotions in those who see it.”
✍️ “The sincerity hidden behind the word ‘Loyalty!'”
A few days later, when I opened the delivered card envelope, I was even more moved. There was a handwritten message that seemed to be written by Yu-jin herself!
“Always stay healthy and happy!
Yu-jin and Hana Narasarang Card will always support you!
Loyalty! Fighting ♡”
For Korean men, military service is a must when you become an adult. The word ‘loyalty’ directed toward that place made me smile a bit since it doesn’t quite fit me right now. But the warmth contained in each letter felt like it reached me directly. I realized that just knowing someone is genuinely cheering for you can melt a person’s heart so easily. 🥺
Perhaps this message is not only for the soldiers protecting our country,
but also encouragement for ‘me,’ who is pursuing my own path toward my dreams.
💳 “Not meaningless patterns, but eyes that look at me”
Take a look at the cards in our wallets. Most of them just have meaningless geometric patterns or stiff logos, right? But this card has someone who looks at me warmly.
It’s so amazing that I wonder if this is really a card. This small piece of plastic, which is just a tool for buying things and making payments, gives me ‘the reassurance of being connected to someone’ through Yu-jin’s gaze alone. Even though I’m a beginner who doesn’t even know how to be a proper fan, I want to cherish this feeling dearly.
🌈 In closing: What should come before success
Looking at Yu-jin’s softened jawline and clear eyes, I reflect on today. We always run forward looking only ahead, obsessing over the outcome called success. But this card seems to whisper to me.
“Maybe what you want isn’t success first, but the belief and trust that you are loved by someone…”
On a tiring day, I hope a warm ray of light like Yu-jin’s smile seeps into your heart too. As long as we have the confidence that we are loved, we can rise again tomorrow! 💚
Above all, I love myself 😀
📝 Quick Profile Summary
- Name: An Yu-jin
- MBTI: ISTP (cool and straightforward charm)
- Blood Type: A
- Motto: “I’m the best.” (perfectly confident!)
- Born: September 1, 2003 (22 years old)
Check out the comfort card I created with AI for another idol who encouraged me 👇👇
