Hi Jacob, I hope you are well.

In reading and emotionally connecting to your first blog post, I was able to really connect with how you feel towards someone you look up to and or admire musically. As someone who began playing my primary instrument at a late age, I often had my insecurities and would find inspiration and idolization towards such virtuoso musicians as I then was able to better grasp a better understanding of my instrument. I like how humane and affection you are in expressing your love for Kim Jonghyun. It is such a terrible shame that he has since passed, but like you had described his legacy lives on in his music and craft. I thoroughly enjoyed this reading, and it often reminds me that sometimes, musicians too, are human. A very eloquent and emotional read. Thank you for sharing, Jacob.

-Ethan Encinas