Be Strong Wherever You Are

A Farewell

 

Dear Shinee, Shawols, and his loved ones,

I won't be saying anything to Jonghyun because I know even if I try to call him now, it would be so futile. But I just want to tell and show everyone that even though I'm not a Shawol, Kim Jonghyun played a huge role in my life as a Kpop fan. He became that someone that I would always look up to. He was an aspiring songwriter and artist that motivates everyone to keep living on and be happy. It's a huge disappointment to me that we can't do the same to him. And now he's gone. Forever. I wanted to dedicate these to the left 4 members, his loved ones, friends, and to all of the Shawols out there. From what I've heard, Choi Minho collapsed after crying so much, Key locked himself in his room, and Taemin was seen lying down on the floor, staring at the ceiling. He wasn't crying or anything. He was just simply spacing out, probably taking in the realization that his hyung he grew to love so much had left the world. Only Onew stayed strong and attended his brother's funeral. To them who are still alive but felt like their world just collapsed in front of them, I'm sorry. It must've been so hard for you. Me myself is already hurting this much even when I'm not a Shawol. I can't imagine what you're going through. But please, be strong. The fans need you. We need you more than ever. Keep in mind that Jonghyun would never like it if you try to harm yourselves because of him. His death wasn't for us to mourn over for the rest of our lives and it especially wasn't for us to harm ourselves. It was for him to end his sufferings. It was his way of telling everyone that he became so much strong already and he's already exhausted trying to be one still even when he knows he just wanted to close his eyes forever and take a rest. It also served as a lesson for us. Just because he gave up and let go of himself and everyone, doesn't mean we should too. Even if he's gone now and he won't be finding out what we're doing, let us be strong. Let's not be like him. He wouldn't like that. For sure, all he wanted is for us to move on and be happy. He wants us to learn how to be happy without him. There's nothing we can do anymore. Death was already calling for him and he was already close to giving up. We should live our lives the way he wanted us to. Let's say goodbye to all the memories of him but never forget about them. And now, To Jonghyun whom I know is already somewhere else. I know what place you're gone to. But I won't tell. Instead, I want to tell you all of these: You did good. So good that you got everyone crying and mourning for you now. I won't be asking why. Why you did it. Why you couldn't stay strong. Why you ended it in such way. Why you couldn't let anyone help you. Because I know. I know how hard it is. I know how hard you tried to fight it. You did. But nothing lasts forever and you're just a human, you can also feel pain. Don't worry. You've worked hard. You had won a lot of battles we knew nothing about. But just like any legendary heroine, there would be the day and time when you couldn't hold it any longer. You were so strong. Until now, you still are. You shined so bright. So bright that we couldn't see all the mixed emotions your eyes were giving out. You were so sad, hurt, lonely and miserable. But we were such a fools and we weren't able to see it. Please, do not worry. You've made us happy. Forever, you would always hold and own a special place in our hearts. You inspired us and now is the time for us to do the same to everyone else. You were so lovely, you still are. You were so beautiful and that would never change. Please give us time to take these all in. Give us time to accept the fact that you're never coming back to us. Soon, we would be able to let go of you. Just like what you wanted. Please rest in peace and be strong wherever you are.

We love you our lovely Kim Jonghyun.

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Redofthedawn
#1
I'm aware that it isn't December but I just thought of this post. December will never be easy for a lot of us. I'm more aware of my depression around that time. I just became an adult and the realization that a lot can change has finally hit me. I'm not sure how to feel. People within my family have died or are dying and it seems like the only thing I'm allowed to do is move on. I'm no longer given the luxury of grieving the way I had with Jonghyun. There are so many fond memories that I can go back to with Jjong but for them I only have memories. So much has happened these past few years and while I'm not completely okay I can say there's plenty of room where I've healed.

As year 6 approaches I want my fellow Shawols to know that healing is hardly a linear task. It's okay to not be ready but where you are there's always going to be SHINee.

And Dear Author thank you for keeping this space for all of us.
luv_kero
2444 streak #2
Thank you for keeping this space for us for so many years <3 This milestone hit me a lot harder than expected, but seeing this brought so much comfort. Miss you to the moon and back, Jonghyun <3
Viola_Ella #3
Chapter 818: When I saw in newfeed I just realised today is the day. He is a sweet,kind and precious soul. I miss him.
Evelyn_64
#4
It’s been five years today and just a few days ago I turned 27, the age Jonghyun-ah was when we had to say goodbye to him. I have long since had to “become an adult” and learn what growing up means; yet every year I come back to this little space, and read some of the messages that people wrote for him, and think back to the letter I wrote at 22 and never shared with anyone. I think back to a memory of me looking at the full moon and talking to him for hours, telling him I missed him terribly. We still miss you, friend. I still remember you fondly. I still remember me at 17 dancing to Replay in my room. I’ll always cherish those memories of our Spring.



Author, I hope you have been doing well. Thank you so much for keeping this space running for so long, it brings comfort to some more than you’ll ever know.
OdetteSwan
930 streak #5
I'm so glad you won the bid. I will start collecting karma points again.
Good work.
OdetteSwan
930 streak #6
Chapter 818: I just really paid attention to SHINee this August. Yet, when Jonghyun passed away four years ago, I felt sad that another beautiful and caring person chose to leave this place. In fact, I didn't want to listen to any SHINee songs then.
Now, watching SHINee's MVs, I feel like I have accepted what happened and hope that he is really happy now.
Redofthedawn
#7
Time keeps moving on and I wonder why I can't just go back and fix things to when it was so peaceful. So much has happened in the last four years and it feels as though there's only SHINee left to comfort me. Jonghyun for so long I've written my letters to you and I couldn't this year because I couldn't find the strength or will to when I was feeling down. I haven't cried this much since I was a baby. I promised last year that I would tread the new year with caution and that didn't work out so great. There's more I wanna say but I just wish you knew how much I love you. Thank you for being born and sharing your light with the world. Sincerely I love you. 𝑰 𝒘𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒂𝒍𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 ❤️
lovelyfeisty
#8
It’s been 4 years now and so it’s hard to believe that you left us, but I still do remember you as SHINee’s Blingbling Angel and as the brightest star that shines in the sky.

I used to feel so lonely after knowing that you left us, that I was listening to Lonely everyday for about a year, but now I just remind myself that you’re still with us, as the bright shining star watching over us from the night sky. ❤️
I will always love you.
wonpokemon
#9
i was InMemoryOfJonghyun!
just thought i'll let you know so you don't add this username again~ =]
anyways, good luck with the add and for all those who come here and are thinking of Jjong and of others and themselves.
aseulmonsta
#10
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