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[siophaoxumai]

✧.* take me on *ੈ✩‧₊˚

you're my flower and i'm your bee, you know you keep me alive. you're my reason for everything i do, the other half of me.

by saltnpaper

[kdrama-and-ost-blabbers]

Five years late to this masterpiece.

I stumbled upon Satellite on YouTube a couple of months ago and discovered what a glorious OST it was (and still is). Lyrically, it invokes a certain kind of yearning that is reserved for the person you love but can't be with. The melody grips and adds layers of melancholy to the already heart wrenching words.

I usually discover good OSTs as I watch. It's the first time an OST compelled me to watch a Kdrama. This song is really special. 💚

[a-halo-for-you]

Contemplating Love

This playlist consists of gentle love songs that bring comfort, relaxation and peace to your day/night. Lying awake with longing, slow dancing in the kitchen or in the background as you sit together under the stars.

ヽ(*⌒∇⌒*)ﾉ

For those who cannot access Spotify here is the list:

j’s Lullaby (darlin I’d wait for you) - Delaney Bailey

Look At - SALTNPAPER

Blue Healer - Birdtalker

The Most Beautiful Thing - Bruno Major

The Night We Met - Lord Huron

Crazy Beautiful - Austin P. Mckenzie

At My Worst - Pink Sweat$

Love is a Losing Game -  Amy Winehouse

I Will Spend My Whole Life Loving You - Imaginary Future, Kina Grannis

Dear Moon - JeHwi

For any requests on prompts or songs you would like added to playlists please feel free to message me privately or comment below! I really welcome the inspiration. If you have favourite songs that you would like to see on a playlist I’ll make them priority!

I would also love to see if any work comes from this, please feel free to share! o((*^▽^*))o

[odanurr87]

My thoughts on... Encounter

Song Hye Kyo as Cha Soo Hyeon and Park Bo Gum as Kim Jin Hyeok From the writer of the movie Always (Han Hyo Joo, So Ji Sub) and the director of Lovestruck in the City and It's Okay to Not be Okay, Encounter (aka Boyfriend) is a 2018 romance drama about a divorced woman and Donghwa Hotel CEO, Cha Soo Hyeon, finding love in the form of the young and joyful Kim Jin Hyeok, one of her hotel's employees, after a magical chance encounter in Cuba. At first glance, this may seem like a simple role reversal on this well-established and cliché storyline but allow me to suggest Encounter is a little more than that.

Multiple layers of storytelling

Encounter makes use of and combines all the tools in its arsenal to tell its story from its opening shot, that briefly gives us a grayscale visual overview of Soo Hyeon's life, always following her back, careful to hide her face, transitioning to color in the present and showing us the first of several artworks to be depicted in this show, artworks that will be used to follow our protagonists' journey throughout. Already this opening shot has succeeded in laying the groundwork for Soo Hyeon's character and personality; she's the daughter of a politician who was married off to a wealthy and powerful family, suggesting she has had little agency to decide over the course of her life. Similar visual storytelling is used to set up Jin Hyeok, happily wandering around Cuba in a straight shirt/jeans getup with an old camera in hand to capture the joy in everyday life, chancing on an old but beautifully kept garden that marked the beginning of another couple's love story.

A fairy tale art journey

Another directing choice that sets this drama apart is how it lets scenes breathe and flow, allowing us to fully take in what's transpiring in a way that lets us feel as if we're right there with the actors, silently accompanying them, what lends it part of that air of reality and believability. The show is not afraid of letting long silences and awkward pauses into its storytelling, like when Soo Hyeon and Jin Hyeok meet at the Hongje-Dong playground in Episode 2 and an uncomfortable silence fills the air after they've ran out of the proper things to say to each other. A different kind of silence, the stillness of a breaking day, is interrupted only by the soothing sound of the waves in Episode 3, as Jin Hyeok is getting coffee while Soo Hyeon sits on a bench staring at the sea.

In fact, Encounter never feels pressured into featuring a song to convey the meaning or feelings behind a scene, favouring its cinematography and/or dialogue, at times coupled with ambient sounds and noises or light, unobtrusive and beautiful instrumental tracks such as I Never Knew, Love Birds or The Evenfall, among others. It's a refreshing choice in a landscape that often feels the need to hit you over the head with songs that proclaim LOVE IS THE MOMENT at every opportunity (Run!). This is not to say there aren't songs featured prominently and recurrently in the show, the most obvious being our couple's theme, "Si llego a besarte" by Omara Portuondo, a song that has a knack for reuniting our two lovers, in one case reminding me of a scene from the movie Sleepless in Seattle with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. And, of course, SALTNPAPER feels right at home in this show with the melancholic "Take Me On."

The show rewards us with such beautiful postcards These factors succeed at creating a peaceful, soothing atmosphere while watching the show, a feeling that betrays the underlying current of tension, a result of company and family politics, and perhaps most subtly and wonderfully conveyed by Song Hye Kyo's character, who struggles with how far she should, or is allowed to, take her "some" relationship with Jin Hyeok, what leads me to...

Believable and supportive relationships between characters

Encounter is all about Jin Hyeok's and Soo Hyeon's relationship, there are no second leads to prompt unnecessary love triangles in lieu of actual character development. There are certainly a bunch of supporting characters and we witness how they relate to our leads in their day-to-day life.

For instance, Jin Hyeok's circle of friends is comprised of Dae Chan and Hye In and already from the beginning of Episode 2 we see how tight they are as they celebrate his return from Cuba over drinks and joke about Hye In's love life. Hye In has a bit of a crush on Jin Hyeok but she's always clear on where the boundaries lie and puts their friendship first, as certain events over the course of the show will prove. Soo Hyeon has a similar circle of friends in the form of her secretary, Jang Mi Jin, who often nags and complains, doubly so when Soo Hyeon starts taking bigger risks with her love life, but is also looking out for her in her own way.

Also in Soo Hyeon's circle is Manager "Teddy Bear" Myung Shik, a close friend of her dad who has kept an eye on her throughout her life and is delighted at being able to play Cupid for our couple, much to Secretary Jang's annoyance. His antics provide much welcome levity from time to time and it's always a treat to see him on screen, be it having a beer with Sun Joo, a friend from his reporter days and Donghwa Hotel's PR Team Manager, being outwitted by the sharp wit of Sun Joo's daughter, or trying to find a mask that fits for a masquerade ball. In fact, many, perhaps most, of the people in Jin Hyeok's and Soo Hyeon's lives have amicable or friendly relationships with them, even if some are less keen on showing it. The show has several examples of how the hotel's staff respects Soo Hyeon's leadership and even looks out for her at times, what is understandable given her calm and understanding demeanor when dealing with staff, her commitment to the Donghwa brand and overall professionalism. Having said that, there's always people who like to gossip... but no spoilers!

Manager Teddy Bear takes a break after playing Cupid Curiously, the relationships that take the most hits are the ones involving mothers: Soo Hyeon's mom, who aims to place her husband in the Blue House; her former mother-in-law, who schemes to force Soo Hyeon back together with her son; and even Jin Hyeok's mom, who feels uneasy at her family's sudden media exposure. If any of this has triggered warning makjang bells in your brain, allow me to assuage those fears (and if you're a makjang fan, allow me to disappoint), for Encounter makes organic use of these character motivations to generate tension, yes, but not to "amp the drama" in a way that would feel unrealistic or artificial. Crisis never overstay their welcome, in large part because our main leads do something many on-screen couples don't: they communicate. Upon viewing this show for a second time I decided to turn on viewer comments and encountered the oft-quoted "lack of chemistry" objection. I have a problem with the word "chemistry" despite having used it myself several times, a philosophical objection perhaps. What do we mean when we use a particular word, such as "chemistry" in this case? I gave my (for it is an ultimately subjective answer) tentative definition of "chemistry" between characters in my Hotel del Luna review and suggested it goes beyond steamy kissing scenes (I'll take them if they come my way) and encompasses the extent to which a couple can convey their thoughts and feelings to each other through verbal (dialogue) and nonverbal communication (gestures, gazes, actions), what, in the end, is what sells me or not on the depth of a romantic relationship. It's not just about how hot the characters are for one another, but about being able to understand what your partner is going through and what they need at a given time, be it a hug, a word of comfort, or silent company. Given their backgrounds and personalities it makes complete sense that Jin Hyeok would excel at this with Soo Hyeon finding it more difficult but still having opportunities to shine, such as her bold declaration at the end of Episode 6 or her surprise visit at the end of Episode 9. It was a treat to watch how their relationship slowly matured over time, how they interacted with one another, how Soo Hyeon gradually came out of her shell and took the reins of her life. We must remember that, for both of them, this is their first romantic relationship, if at different moments in their lives.

Closing thoughts

I hope I've been able to accurately convey a few of the reasons why I feel Encounter is such a standout drama, even though I'm probably missing plenty. Curiously, it was my second encounter with both lead actors, having previously watched Song Hye Kyo in the popular Descendants of the Sun and Park Bo Gum in Love in the Moonlight. Personally, this has become my favourite among the three and would probably be among my Top 10. That opening episode in Cuba with Jin Hyeok and Soo Hyeon gazing at the sunset, having a couple of beers and a stroll, enjoying each others' company during their impromptu date, cast a magical spell on me that never let go, right until the end, so it is only fitting I end this review thusly, quoting one of Encounter's many excellent poems.

[tiffanylamps]

ao3 wrapped [writers edition] - 6, 7, 18 pleasee, thank you, have a great day!

Hey gorgeous, I hope you're doing well!! Thank you for sending me this ask 💛 The ao3 ask game 6) Favorite title you used I've already answered this question here and here. I really like choosing titles for fics, so I'm just going to keep listing off titles until I run out haha . to a nightingale Taken from this poem: “Darkling I listen; and, for many a time I have been half in love with easeful Death, Call'd him soft names in many a mused rhyme, To take into the air my quiet breath; Now more than ever seems it rich to die, To cease upon the midnight with no pain, While thou art pouring forth thy soul abroad. In such an ecstasy!”

-  John Keats, Ode to a Nightingale

. Martyrdom (A wip) Yeah, it's meant to be seen as religious but it's not for a religious/priest au

. Fruit Bowl (a wip) It's pretty self-explanatory... there's a fruit bowl. I've wanted to change this one multiple times but this title has just stuck

7) If you use song lyrics, which artist’s songs did you pull from the most? I use songs as references and sometimes for my titles quite a lot. But I think the artist that has been most influential in my writing is Daughter. There's something about their music that just screams Beyond Evil to me, and I find myself listening to them when I need inspiration Other artists that I've used as inspiration are: Florence + The Machine Bring Me The Horizon Cigarettes After Sex Can't Swim Wolf Alice Holding Absence IDLES SALTNPAPER O3ohn HLIN Arctic Monkeys Alex Turner O'Brother Royal Blood And many, many more

18) The character that gave you the most trouble writing this year? I would say probably... Lee Dong Sik. I always fear that I'm going to write him in a way that seems more like a caricature than an actual depiction of his character. I do really enjoy writing from his perspective, as I feel there's a lot of depth to the way he views the world, and some of my favourite things I have written have been told from his perspective. I just want to do it right, and as of right now, I don't believe I have. Thank you again, I hope this was interesting to you!!! Hope you have a great day 😊

[kuhuchan]

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[lostinwrap]

🎧🤍☁️🤍🎧

I can't hide it anywhere

I followed to your dream

Is this what they have been calling love?

And it just goes on

Oh, take me on to you

- Take Me On By SALTNPAPER

[icaruswalksnet]

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[sufiblackmamba]

Don't wanna say goodbye

I wanna hear your voices

In dreams

[baenxietydad]

Hatfish K-Drama AU Vibes

Where Mak makes a playlist entirely of their favorite K-drama OST songs. This is cringe. K-drama OSTs are cringe. Hatter and Marlin are both very cringe. Perfection. Last warning for PURE cringe though. Seriously.

Songs are in the order they’d appear in in the K-drama ^_^

Synopsis: After a shared dream where they were romantically involved, two strangers cross paths in real life. LGBTQ K-drama shit ensues.

1. Fate by Why

Drama: Full House (2004) First appearance: End of episode 1. When Marlin and Hatter first pass by each other after the AU dream, their eyes dramatically meet, they look away, they look back, its very obvious they’re looking at each other but both pretend not to notice. The chorus? Iconique.

I tricked myself numerous times that you weren't my love Wanted you to be a passing stranger Because painful wounds would be all that would be left with me But still, knowingly, I desire your everything and become sad

2. Cross My Mind by Twin Forks

Drama: It’s Okay, That’s Love (2014) First appearance: The outro to episode 2, where they exchange their first almost hand-touch at Hatter’s as he hands Marlin his coffee.

Why don’t you stay for a while? It’s been too long since I’ve smiled

3. Flower by Yoon Mirae

Drama: Crash Landing On You (2019) First appearance: Middle of episode 4. Plays in the background as Marlin talks about his life, his late wife, his son lol

On the road I'm passing by I saw a flower smaller than my hand... My eyes are filled by your little heart Will it fall down if it rains? Will it freeze in the snow? So I’m worried about you

4. Sunset by Davichi

Drama: Crash Landing On You (2019)

First appearance: End of episode 5. While Marlin is fighting to stay awake as he drinks his tea in the coffee shop after working all day at the hollow clinic and then all night at Pixie’s. Marlin eventually nods off sitting up and Hatter closes the curtain in that window so the sun doesn’t bother him.

Even if you don’t say anything When I look into your eyes I can feel your aching heart Your deeply locked voice Your shallow smile Show me how long your day was I know you’re smiling Because you don’t want me to know how tired you are

5. Will You? by Brothersu

Drama: Jealousy Incarnate (2016) [my FAVORITE drama btw] First appearance: Like 20 mins into episode 7. During one of those scenes where they’re both looking at their phones debating if they’re going to call the other, pacing around their rooms. Ultimately neither of them calls.

Will you come to me? Will you come by my side? Because it’s something you do with your heart You just need to tell me, whenever I’m used to it now No, I’ve gotten used to it Nonsensical days of me laughing Just because you’re here

6. That Man by Hyun Bin

Drama: Secret Garden (2010)

First appearance: End of episode 8. After Marlin stayed at Hatter’s talking to him late into the night, they run into each other each other at Moon Market the next morning, each grabbing just one or two things. They walk together and Hatter was about to confess his feelings for Marlin, when a gorgeous woman shouts “Mu-yeol oppa!” and charges at him, throwing her arms around him. Hatter politely excuses himself before he can find out that the woman is Marlin’s younger sister who flew in from Korea to surprise him. The song plays while Hatter is walking emoly and it begins to rain.

A man loves you That man loves wholeheartedly He follows you around like a shadow everyday That man is crying while crying Just how much more do I have to look at you alone? This love that is like the wind ,this beggar like love If I continue will you love me? Just come a little closer,a bit If I take one step closer,you run away two steps I who loves you I am next to you That man comes

7. Bye, Autumn by Saltnpaper

Drama: Jealousy Incarnate (2016)  First appearance: End of episode 10. True to K-dramas, Hatter still doesn’t know that the gorgeous Su-mi is Marlin’s sister and not his girlfriend. He assumes he hasn’t seen him in a few days because he’s busy with her -- which is true, but not for the reasons he thinks. They come in to buy coffee and Hatter doesn’t “forget” to charge Marlin for something extra this time. Marlin doesn’t really notice, but Hatter feels it was appropriate revenge for what he perceives as mixed signals. Later, Nemo comes into the coffee shop with one of his friends for a pastry and a chai. Hatter overhears him mention offhand to Jeremy “yeah, my aunt flew in from Korea to surprise my dad, he’s so preoccupied with her, he got someone to cover his shift at Pixie’s tonight. Which means! I can go clubbing without my DAD there for once!” Hatter drops a teacup and it shatters. The emo song plays over a scene of his cleaning it up while Nemo and Jeremy chat, and while Marlin shows Su-mi around town. They pass by Hatter’s again and Marlin pauses, considers going in to ask why he was so short with him, but decides against it.

If I cry if I smile Will my life still go on If I try if I chase Will my love still go on Somehow I can’t get out of here Sometimes I need you near me Keep me right, keep my breath Till the end of story Let me wait if you’re late Till my words find your ears Tonight you steer my heart away Just leaving a trail of sorrow

8. I Think I by Byul

Drama: Full House (2004) First appearance: Episode 11. After Su-mi leaves town, Marlin’s just kinda emoly chilling on a swing at the park, Hatter’s having a Rough Day TM at the shop. Marlin keep unlocking and locking his phone, debating calling Hatter to ask if he wants to meet. He had talked to Su-mi about his feelings for him and she encouraged him to tell him, but since he’s been distant lately he has second thoughts. Nemo comes into the shop again. Hatter looks Sad TM because he’s just thinking of his hot dad but won’t do anything about it in true K-drama pining fashion. A K-drama STAPLE, the montage of scenes where the romantic leads interacted, accompanies the song lol

I think I love you, I think that’s what it is ’Cause I miss you, whenever you’re not around I cannot do anything And I keep thinking of you Whenever I realize this, I think I`m Falling For You

9. Everytime by Punch and Chen

Drama: Descendants of The Sun [2016] First appearance: Episode 11, the middle. When Marlin resolves to walk to Hatter’s and talk to him. Makes the walking scene look dramatic af lmao, interspersed with shots of Hatter doing office work. The song fades out when the door bells jangle and Hatter leaves the office and they’re face to face. Hatter quickly acts as if he hadn’t been acting like Marlin had greatly offended him these past few days. Marlin doesn’t call him out, worried he’d ruin whatever good mood he was back in.

Oh every time i see you When i see your eyes My heart keeps fluttering

10. Talk Love [ 말해! 뭐해?] by K.will

Drama: Descendants of The Sun (2016) First appearance: This song actually appeared in Episode 1, during the dream episode, in the scene leading up to and during the Big Dream Kiss. It was threaded throughout the show since, and finally in episode 13 of 15, it plays again over the BIG REAL KISS SCENE

Why are you lingering around me? What should I do? I keep thinking of you Tell him! What’re you doing? Tell him! What’re you doing? Don’t make me look somewhere else like a fool I wanna tell you You’re the one in my heart you are my only one Being too in love Makes one cry I didn’t understand that before

[hanniecheesecake]

im definitely not crying.

[nguyenngocphung]

Closed my eyes

I run and run away from all I see

Whispered the night

That someday my tears

Will flow in this blue rain

If I cry, if I smile

Will my life still go on?

If I try, if I chase

Will my love still go on?

Somehow I can't get out of here

Somehow I need you near me.

[audiophiliacfan]

I’m walking all night long in mysteries You’re singing all day long in maze Without song in my heart, it is a lie Still I am wondering why

I’m feeling all my lights going out All I can hear is your lullaby From your guide now I’m here without knowing Those melodies I sing like I know

Don’t wanna say goodbye I wanna hear your voices in dreams Don’t wanna see your tears I wanna see your traces I hear you

Say I will If our tears haven’t fade away I may cross now or I won’t Say I will If our hands didn’t get to hold Hourglass stories of me and you, we loved

Satellite love Through the rain, to the stars Satellite love Through the rain, to the stars

Say I will If our tears haven’t fade away I may cross now or I won’t Say I will If our hands didn’t get to hold Hourglass stories of me and you someday

Satellite love Satellite love Satellite love Satellite love