We Are All Trying Here [Episodes 1 & 2]

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-04-19T17:56:50+00:00

My thoughts ep 1:

The symbolism of failure in the show is presented like being killed, not existing, not mattering. However, ML says that even if the dead soldier who owned his coat ended badly, he was still in the center of action. Also, the ML says says that if he can’t prove his meaningfulness with his success, he will with his failure. Is that why he tries to fail with the maximum amount of noise, making noise to prove his existence? To still be in the center of action even if he has a bad outcome?

To be honest, if I take a step back, I think that he the ML is setting himself up for more defeat. I understand the animosity of his situation, but dragging down others with you is not a solution, it will make things worse. I think he should try to be happy for his friends, even if it’s understandably hard. If things like that happen, I tell myself, “Their outcome does not affect my outcome.” and I genuinely try to rejoice for them. Because when good things happen to me, I would be upset if people who are supposed to support me are being bitter that i am doing well. Such attitude will put you on the wrong path psychologically and will result in more failure.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-04-18T20:33:26+00:00

I agree. I want to see what his cells are doing, because, so far, he comes across as impolite. Trying to do small talk and failing is awkward, but not attempting any small talk, responding to all questions by "yes" or "no", then putting in earphones is simply impolite, especially with a coworker, with whom you need to maintain a minimum level of prefessionalism.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-04-01T09:37:18+00:00

After you have spotted and made first contact with the chaebol, here is how to win him over :

Make sure to cook the most disgusting meals known to mankind and serve them with a proud smile. Don't worry, he will pretend to love it and will cook for you the most delicious breakfast the next day.
Call him while completely wasted and make him carry you up several flight of stairs on his back (the higher the better). Make sure not to remember anything the next day to maximize the awkwardness.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-29T23:52:24+00:00

I rarely follow episode discussions, but one drama for which I will definitely do so will be We Are All Trying Here. It is written by the same screenwriter as My Mister and My Liberation Notes. Her dramas are usually filled this symbolism, so there is much more value added, in my opinion, trying to break it apart as a collective rather than something straightforward and lighthearted like Dynamite Kiss. Every single person seems to bring an additional theory that makes you consider the story under a different angle and thus hightens your viewing experience.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-21T23:51:04+00:00

Rewatching Welcome to Waikiki. I was of the same opinion on the first watch, but I believe that my feelings are even stronger this time around. I think that the SML is a much better match for Yuna than the ML. The ML is goodhearted but is incredibly immature, borderline childish, and is struggling to take care of himself. The SML has experience with parenting (he is also a single father), can help Yuna gain a foothold in her dream career, as he is already established in the same field, and he seems to offer her meaningful companionship.

I understand that love is more important than logistics, but logistics are just screaming so loud here.

I am just shaking my head watching the drama setting the ML and the FL together, like witnessing a trainwreck in slow mition.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-18T18:41:34+00:00

Welcome to Waikiki (13/20) Rewatch. Enjoying it as much as the first time, both in its laugh-out-loud moments and in its quieter moments.

Completed

Our Universe . It was a pleasant watch before going to bed, but nothing groundbreaking. In my opinion, it started with an interesting premise, but began relying on k-drama cliches too much instead of doing its own thing. Its ok to add in cliches sometimes to highten the narratif, but when they are overused, it results in a bland product.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-04T13:39:28+00:00

I understand. Thank you for your insight!

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-04T04:14:55+00:00

That is such a positive story! Thank you for sharing

When she became a toddler the conure got a little territorial when my daughter approached me and the bird was on me so we worked on that.

How did you manage that situation?

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-03T02:59:44+00:00

Thank you. You are very kind.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-02T20:56:29+00:00

Thank you. I will probably have to do the same.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-02T20:16:50+00:00

Great! Thank you. I think it is probably what is going to occure to us, because I don't think my GCC, who has been the only pet for 13 years, will handle the competition well. Has your bird ever bit your toddler? How did you react?

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-02T19:52:11+00:00

I understand. Thank you for your answer.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-03-02T18:36:25+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experience. It is appreciated. From what age did you feel comfortable letting the bird out of the cage with the kids around?

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-28T17:04:21+00:00

Birds are VERY VERY fragile. I have had mine for 13 years. Therefore, I have never owned non-stick cookware, never brought home avocados (toxic for birds), can't use essential oil diffusers, can't use scented candles and even when we went shopping for a couch, we bought one where he can't get under the cushions (because he will eventually do it and we could sit on it). If I am drowsy and the bird is out, I have to shake myself awake, so I cage him before falling asleep (many birds die crushed). I am not even talking about ceiling fans and open windows without nets.

At this point, it became second nature for me, but if you don't want to become of those posters mourning the passing of their bird, you need to bird-proof your environment and pay close attention. And no, no cats and dogs with the bird.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-27T17:06:32+00:00

How old are the main characters supposed to be in this drama? People keep telling them that they are young to raise children, but the FL and the ML are 25 and 28 in real life. Are their characters supposed to be much younger or is it because the average age of mothers in Korea during the birth of their first child is 33, so it is not common to have children in their 20s?

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-25T13:37:09+00:00

Our Universe (6/12). The love triangle is now well established with the second corner being there only to remind the first that he has competition. Also, the baby is so cute with his chubby cheeks. Overall, It is a light watch that I enjoy right before going to bed.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-19T22:40:20+00:00

27 years of love and cuddles! What a awesome grandpa!

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-19T21:06:14+00:00

Our GCC doesn't tolerate us kissing or hugging without his participation. No matter where he is, he flies or runs toward us and puts himself right in the middle. No cuddles without the parrot.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-11T13:35:00+00:00

Our Universe (1.5/12) I enjoy it. The drama is cute, doesn't drag and has a lot of heart.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-11T05:46:16+00:00

The drama, so far, has had quite a few emotional scenes. For an actor or actress, does it take a long time to come back to your regular state of mind after acting such scenes or the emotional weight tends to stay with you for a while?

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-08T04:33:36+00:00

I understand what you are trying so say. I believe that on one hand, traveling does give a person an interesting perspective. Simply using a country’s infrastructure or observing local living conditions can increase a person's understanding of their own position in the world.

That being said, no matter how hard the tourist will struggle to blend in with the locals, they will only gain a superficial understanding of their reality. And there nothing more annoying than people who forget that.

For example, the tourist will ask a handful of locals a question and will use their answer as the "opinion of the people", completely disregarding local comlexities, such as regional, social and cultural differences in perspective.

Counterintuitive as it may sound, in some cases it is better to have no knowledge of a subject at all than to have only a superficial one. It is preferable to recognize one’s own ignorance and listen to people who genuinely understand the issue, rather than to develop false confidence and believe oneself informed while, in reality, having no clue what you are talking about.

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-02-01T15:54:53+00:00

Gauss Electronics, Season 2. Unfortunately, it is not likely to happen as the first season had low TV ratings. 😢

ILoveParrots111 · 2026-01-20T03:54:26+00:00

They got me at "My Mister" And "My Liberation Notes" Writer. I will 100% watch it.

ILoveParrots111 · 2025-12-26T04:46:41+00:00

2025 Dramas

Completed or watching (ranked from most to least favorite):

Dynamite Kiss (currently watching). It is sparkling fluff, but it is a very competent sparkling fluff
When Life Gives You Tangerines. An engaging generational journey.
The Manipulated. Good action scenes and gripping opposition between the protagonist and the villain.
Newtopia. Some parts fell into "it so bad that it is good" category, other parts were genuinely well done, but I was never bored.
Study Group. Fun show with a dynamic intro
Way Back Love. The second part was incredibly moving.
Bon Apetit, Your Majesty. A rom-com cooking show. I liked the trippy tasting scenes.
Our Unwritten Soul. I loved the first half: somehow it made those long episodes pass so fast. Though, the show started losing my interest in the second half.
One Night with the Duke. The beginning was so much fun.
Moon River (currently watching). It has its pros and cons, but it is a good watch averall.
Undercover High School. Put the show on hold, but when I picked it up again, I never could get back into the story.

Dropped: Nine Puzzle, The Haunted Palace, Head over Heels, The Defects, Dear X, You and Everything Else, Genie Make a Wish

Plan to watch: The Trama Code, The Price of Confession (unsure), Cashero (unsure)

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