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Summary

A man revisits his hometown of Yeoju, reflecting on childhood memories and local traditions. The video captures his nostalgic journey through the familiar landscapes, punctuated by heartwarming interactions with relatives. The narration transports viewers to the serene countryside, evoking a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for the simpler things in life. The video's narrative has a relatable, human touch that resonates with the audience, inviting them to join the narrator on this sentimental sojourn.

Takeaways

• 😊 Grew up in Gyesin village, has fond childhood memories there
• 😢 Sad that the big family house now feels cold and abandoned
• 🏃🏻‍♂️ Rollerblading and playing in the fields were some favorite pastimes
• 👵 Loved his grandmother dearly for shielding him from scoldings
• 😋 Foraged and ate nutritious wild vegetables as a kid
• 🚌 Took long bus rides through dusty country roads when going to the city
• 🌳 500 year old ginkgo tree is the guardian tree of Gyesin village
• ☕ Caught insects to feed the birds as an act of kindness
• 🎓 Father worked his way up through civil service exams and postings
• 😊 Expressed gratitude for support from Yeoju residents

Q & A

What was the speaker's hometown like when he was young?

The speaker's hometown of Gyesin-ri was a small, quiet rural village with not much commercial activity. People mainly grew rice and other crops for a living.

What games and activities did the speaker enjoy as a child in Gyesin-ri?

The speaker enjoyed sledding down the hills in winter. In summer, he would float down the river on makeshift rafts made of styrofoam. He also played with beetles he found on trees.

How did the speaker get around before cars were common in Gyesin-ri?

Public transportation was very limited. Only 6-7 buses came through town per day. People had to carefully time their trips and not miss the bus, otherwise they'd have to wait a long time for the next one.

What was the speaker's relationship like with his grandmother?

The speaker was very close with his grandmother who lived with his family. She was loving and shielded him when he got in trouble. He slept in the same room as her until he was 18.

How did the speaker and his friends make their own skateboards?

They took apart old rollerblades and removed the wheels. Then they attached the boots to wooden boards to make primitive skateboards they could ride down the hills.

What did the speaker do when meeting his younger relatives again?

He pretended not to recognize some of them at first. Then he gave them some pocket money after asking about their studies and dreams, which is a Korean custom.

How did the speaker change his outfit before going to the City Hall?

He put on a designer tie and fancy cologne to look polished and sophisticated for his meeting with the mayor.

What was the speaker's father's job?

The speaker's father worked as a civil servant. He was posted at the local district office when the speaker was young.

Why was the speaker nervous to visit the mayor?

He was excited but also anxious because it felt like going to the principal's office, similar to when he went to see his battalion commander in the army.

How did the speaker end his visit to his hometown?

He held a fan signing event at the City Hall to meet and interact with the civil servants before leaving.