Maybe We Are Not Late [Beotdeugal Korea Blog]

This personal reflection from a Korean blog contemplates the pressures of life milestones and the perception of having an uneventful existence. The author recounts a recent gathering for a friend's wedding, celebrating the third of four college friends to find a partner. This occasion prompted the inevitable question to the remaining single friend: 'When are you getting married?' The friend, who has known the author for 14 years and witnessed their life closely, expressed a feeling of being behind, remarking self-deprecatingly that their life seemed to lack a significant 'story.' This sentiment resonated with the author, prompting a deeper consideration of what constitutes a 'story' in life. The author posits that no life is truly without a narrative, suggesting that each individual navigates their own timeline and experiences unique moments, even if they don't fit conventional societal expectations of a dramatic or eventful life. The piece highlights the enduring value of friendships formed in early adulthood, especially those that persist through significant life events and offer mutual support and celebration.

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I feel like I've lived my life without any particular story.