— THE 4 SEASONS IN MY BTS DR.
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Seoul has some of the most beautiful seasons in the world, and whether we're watching them pass by out the dorm windows or through the narrow breaks between practice and work, they're all beautiful in their own ways just the same
❤︎ ₊ ⊹ SPRING.
spring is my favorite season in Seoul ( and most of the boys’ favorite too—there’s a reason why our creativity flourishes during these months and we get so much writing done. ) the city hums with renewal, and i'm endlessly drawn to the cherry blossoms that flutter past our dorm windows like tiny, blushing confessions of the season. most days i try to write or tidy up, but more often than not i catch myself watching the petals drift lazily to the ground outside the window.
this time of year is when i dust off my piano and compose something lighter, something hopeful—melodies that feel more like fresh air, at least compared to the sad weight of my winter compositions. the boys, too, have their own spring rituals. Tae’s paints are out more often, his brushstrokes full of color and movement, and Namjoon writes endlessly, his notebook filling up as fast as the days lengthen. between practice sessions, we slip outside for walks, letting the breeze clear our minds.
❤︎ ₊ ⊹ SUMMER.
surprisingly, summer is the least hectic time of the year for us. if we’re lucky enough to get a real, solid break, it happens around July. ( do i wish our time off landed in spring or autumn instead? yes, but we'll take what we can get. )
most weekends are spent by the Han River, lazily picking at lunch under the sun, or sprawled out on a blanket in the grass outside the dorms, making the most of the long, slow afternoons. the pool is always in use—after all, it’s the only time of year when the water isn’t shockingly cold. the dorm fridges are constantly stocked with fruit, usually already cut up. ( when it's not, and we have to cut it ourselves, it’s a humbling reminder of one of the countless reasons why we desperately need Jin around. )
❤︎ ₊ ⊹ AUTUMN.
autumn is a whirlwind of preparations and celebrations—comeback season and birthdays all packed into a few short weeks. with mine, JK’s, Jimin’s, and Namjoon’s birthdays all clustered together, we bounce between dance practices, studio sessions, and birthday dinners, squeezing in moments of festivity between finalizing our album.
the crisp, mellow weather is a welcome change, making Seoul the perfect backdrop for long walks—stretching our legs, picking up lunch instead of having it delivered, or even walking to the company instead of driving. following the heat of summer, we take every chance to be outside while the air is cool and golden. it’s the season for revisiting our favorite museums and bookstores, losing ourselves in stories and art, and gathering around bonfires once the sun dips below the horizon, the smoke curling upwards into the autumn night.
❤︎ ₊ ⊹ WINTER.
winter is always a blur of rehearsals, performances, and endless schedules—whether we’re in the middle of a comeback or just wrapping one up. our days stretch from sunrise to well past sunset, packed with studio sessions, dance practice, vocal training, and the occasional media refresher. the biting cold of Seoul, mixed with sheer exhaustion, means that the moment we step back into the dorms, we’re out like lights. on rare days off, most of us sleep through half the day, enjoying the time we have to be cocooned in the warmth of our beds.
though the crisp, powdery snow is tempting on some days, we mostly stick to indoor activities this time of year. huddled up in the dorms, we share warm meals, watch old dramas, and play games. whenever we do venture out, it’s to wander through art museums or catch one of the music exhibits—it's important not to let chances to soak in creativity pass by, even in the heart of winter.
