Jinhu Kim, a 3rd Grade Elementary Student in Jungnang-gu, Gains Attention for Original Poem 'The Theft of Corona'

Homemade Poem 'The Theft of Corona' Sent with Support Letter Gains Attention... Donation of 50 Children's Masks with Encouraging Handwritten Letters for Overcoming COVID-19... Ryugyeonggi Jungnang-gu Mayor Expresses Gratitude with Handwritten Letter

Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, is taking a photo with a letter from Kim Jin-hoo, a 3rd-grade student at Wonmuk Elementary School.

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] "I also took a COVID-19 test, and fortunately, the result was negative. I hope everyone wears masks well and overcomes COVID-19."

This message is a COVID-19 overcoming encouragement from Jinhu Kim, a 3rd-grade elementary school student living in Jungnang-gu.

Although everyone is tired and struggling due to the prolonged COVID-19 situation, not all news is bleak.

A warm donation story from a child living in Muk 1-dong, Jungnang-gu (Mayor Ryu Kyung-gi), is giving a heartwarming impression.

The district announced on the 9th that Jinhu Kim (10), a resident of the area, donated 50 children's masks worth about 50,000 KRW, which he had saved little by little from his allowance to help overcome COVID-19.

Jinhu Kim, who attends Wonmuk Elementary School, recalled his experience of taking a COVID-19 test after a confirmed case occurred at his school recently and said he wanted to help neighbors struggling due to COVID-19 by donating goods.

In particular, he also delivered a letter explaining his motivation for the donation and a self-written poem titled "The Theft of Corona," which reportedly added to the emotional impact on those receiving the donated items.

After reading Jinhu Kim's letter, Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, said, "It seems that the COVID-19 thief came to Wonmuk Elementary School to steal the students' daily lives but left empty-handed after seeing the students love each other. I am very grateful." He added, "I believe that if the hearts of Jungnang-gu residents, like Jinhu Kim, come together to overcome COVID-19, we will definitely be able to conquer it," and personally delivered a handwritten letter of thanks to Jinhu Kim.

The donated children's masks will be distributed to children from low-income single-parent families through the Muk 1-dong Community Service Center.

3rd Grade Student Jinhu Kim of Wonmuk Elementary School (right)

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Full text of Jinhu Kim's handwritten letter

◇To those who need masks (Page 1)

Hello. I am Jinhu Kim from Class 7, 3rd grade at Wonmuk Elementary School.

These days, the COVID-19 situation is really tough, isn't it?

I also had to take a COVID test because a confirmed case occurred at my school.

Fortunately, my result was negative. I didn't expect COVID-19 to come so close.

Since COVID-19 is so near, I thought about ways I could help.

Also, I said about a month ago that I would donate,

but I only said it and didn't act, so I am really sorry.

I should have donated more and earlier.

COVID-19 is getting worse, so please take care of your health and avoid going out.

And please wear the masks I sent and stay strong.

Goodbye.

December 8, 2020

- From Jinhu -

◇The Theft of Corona (Page 2)

Stealing my daily school routine

Covering faces with masks

Stealing the faces of new friends in a new grade

Stealing

Full of excitement, round and round

Stealing the days when families hold hands and go on trips

Stealing

Stealing the library where I can sketch my imagination

Wearing a transparent cloak

The greedy theft of Corona

Your exile is far away

In the village of quarantine rules.

Next is the full text of a handwritten letter from Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu.

To Jinhu Kim of Wonmuk Elementary School

Hello! This is Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu.

I am really glad that your COVID test came back negative.

I was deeply moved by your commitment to keeping promises. Thank you very much.

I was amazed after reading the poem you wrote.

I empathized with and was touched by your poem about Corona being a thief.

You have amazing talent.

Although Corona has stolen many things, it can never steal people's hearts that help and love each other.

I will deliver the masks and your encouraging words to those in need. Let’s join forces to overcome COVID-19 and make Jungnang-gu even more proud.

Stay healthy and happy!

December 15, 2020

- Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu -

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