Korea's Independence, North Korean Thoughts, my Latest School Visit

3/1/2019

Today is Korea's Independence Movement Day, a holiday, in which I had no school so I caught up on writing projects like this blog. They are celebrating 100 years of freedom from Japanese rule and honoring the lives of those who stood up for freedom, giving up their lives in the process. I'm researching one of those people for my next story.

Also, in the wake of this Independence holiday, President Trump held a 2nd summit with North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un. I'm thankful to God that Trump walked away and stood his ground for Kim Jong Un to dismantle ALL nukes, not just the major ones. Plus, I'm horrified over the human rights problem in that country.

Last Friday was Reading Day at my own school. I spoke to our elementary about North Korea and the back story of Rice from Heaven. The students made these balloons and wrote their wishes/prayers for North Korean children. This project was thought up by my friend Laura Baker Mun. I give her all the credit. Believe it or not, students living here on the Korean peninsula don't know about North Korean refugees or how kids are living not more than an hour away from them. It was a big eye opener, and good comments from parents have been trickling in. I think an impact of compassion was instilled in their hearts.

If you or a teacher/librarian would like a visit or Google Hangout Visit, let me know. I enjoyed talking to kids in NY and TX last month for World Read Aloud Day. They, too, had no idea.

It's March. Spring! Happy Writing, all!

12 Comments

Mirka Breen link

3/1/2019 10:48:26 am

With all the news about North Korea, it's a delight to think about the Koreas celebrating something. Happy Day! I love the photo os you in the blue hallway with your arms up to heaven. Yes!

Tina Cho link

3/1/2019 04:36:06 pm

Thank you, Mirka. Never thought about that--arms up to heaven!

Evelyn Christensen link

3/1/2019 11:21:53 am

Tina, I'm so glad your writing is helping children understand a little about the North Korea situation and helping them to learn compassion. May God continue to bless your writing. I love your photo!

3/1/2019 04:36:39 pm

Thank you, Ev! Miss you.

Cathy C. Hall link

3/2/2019 03:56:04 pm

So happy for you, Tina, and happier still that you and your book are making a difference!

3/4/2019 02:01:41 am

Thank you so much, Cathy, for your support!

Claire Noland link

3/3/2019 09:23:26 pm

You look wonderful in this amazing hallway. I'm so excited that your book is touching so many people.
It is astonishing that people are so unaware of the situation in N. Korea. I was able to meet and talk with a number of N. Koreans last time I was in S. Korea - such harrowing stories!

3/4/2019 02:02:33 am

That is neat you have also talked w/N.Koreans.Yes, it's amazing people are unaware.

Jarm Del Boccio link

3/4/2019 02:32:58 pm

Well, you were productive even on your day off, Tina! I discovered the horrors of Japan’s atrocities to the citizens of Korea, China and Philippines in the book Unbroken. Wow. Unbelievable.

3/5/2019 04:44:32 am

Yes, and there are still repercussions today. Some elderly Koreans are getting money etc for crimes done to them.

Tracy Campbell link

3/5/2019 02:27:02 pm

Your book sure is inspiring so many children, Tina! This is truly a gift that you are able to share with so many. You inspire me. Love this photo of you as well!

3/8/2019 03:59:34 am

Ah, thank you, Tracy. And I love your inspirational quotes on FB!

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