Love's Roundabout
Se Won Kim
Love is a complex journey that we all embark upon, with each relationship taking us through a carousel of ups and downs. Despite the challenges, we always find ourselves trying again, rotating through different experiences in the hopes of finding “the one.” But does anyone truly mature in love, or are we all chasing the elusive dream of happily ever after?
In some ways, Love's Roundabout can be a bittersweet reminder of the uncontrollable emotions we experience on this journey. At other times, it can be a source of comfort, reminding us that we are not alone in our search for love. As we rotate through the carousel, we never truly know who is putting in more work, yet we keep going in the hope that our feelings will be reciprocated. To ensure that the Love's Roundabout spins in a unified direction, both individuals must learn to match each other's pace and harmonize. If they fail to do so, the piece will not turn or move at all.
Ultimately, this piece is about finding solace in the journey of love and human relationships, and seeing it from a simpler, more nostalgic perspective. It is a reminder that even though love can be a lifetime commitment filled with heartbreak and trial and error, it can also be a sweet and simple joy ride. May this piece offer comfort to those who have experienced the courses of love and life, and reassure those who fear what may come next.