For the first time in years, Jonghyun finally has a day off. Instead of spending it out, he wants some quality time with himself to ponder over his feelings and look back on his memories. He comes to the conclusion that he just wants to rest today.

[A/N]:

A humble tribute to Jonghyun.

I’m an extremely slow-paced person and it took me a few days to process the news. I’ve been a SHINee fan since the late 2000’s and even though I wasn’t following them diligently anymore (because life), they were still special to me as they were one of the first bands I ever listened to. It wasn’t until after his funeral that Jonghyun’s passing finally hit me. This is obviously so much harder on his family and friends so I hope everyone is doing well and taking care of themselves.

Some things are original, but I’ve also taken inspiration from his interviews and suicide note because I don’t know the stress and hardships idols have to overcome.

My intention is not to spark a discussion about his suicide, I simply want to write how I want to remember Jonghyun. A soft-spoken, gentle and kind person who did his best to live for others even when he was suffering.