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Here’s a fun little cultural swap—Dae in a barong and Eve in a hanbok! (´▽`ʃ♡ƪ) For AAPI month!
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𝒜 𝒫𝑒𝓇𝓈𝑜𝓃𝒶𝓁 𝒩𝑜𝓉𝑒;
Taking a moment to share something more personal. As a Filipino American, my identity has always influenced my work, especially when writing Eve. While the characters ethnicities in Eaternal Nocturnal aren’t central to the plot, adding a piece of myself (and my partner) was important to me. Like a sweet and quiet homage.
Growing up Asian in America, I was taught to assimilate and sometimes feel ashamed of my heritage. But when I met my husband—a Korean-born immigrant, very in touch with his culture—it inspired me. I saw how important it was to share that part of me with my other half, just as he shared with me. His connection to his roots helped me reconnect with mine.
I may not speak the language of my ancestors, and neither can I say I’m a perfect representative of my culture (especially after growing up so far removed from it)— but I’ll always be proud of where I come from.
Comments (17)
I'm Korean American and stumbling upon this old post for AAPI month was really touching. I struggle with the two cultures and identities often, but I grew up being proud of being Korean just like your husband. I think nationality pride is sort of built into Korean culture so I readily embraced despite being mocked growing up in the US for it sometimes. 미소작가님 화이팅!!! 🇰🇷🇵🇭
That is so so beautiful thank you for sharing!!
Such a profound message! Thank you for sharing. I love learning about people and their culture. Our world is one big melding pot of diversity. Never be ashamed of your heritage and differences from others it is what makes us all unique.
I am white (pretty pasty too) and I love seeing a diversity in webcomics that reflects the diversity of society.
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It's embarrassing for me to say I'm an American. We're supposed to be welcoming of everyone but we're not. I grew up in an average size community where I was accepting of everyone for who they are. I don't understand how people can be so mean and ignorant. It hurts to see the pain some Americans have caused. I love your art and I love how strong you are for saying this. Know that I support you whole heartedly.
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I love that. <3 thank you
Thank you for sharing a part of yourself and culture with us. Trust and believe that adding essence of your culture in what you do, helps others get to know them to. And it'll show others like you or similar to you feel that representation they always craved from media. Please continue to embrace who you are and don't let no one tell you no.
Love this so much! Honestly, I fangirled so much reading Eaternal Nocturnal learning the MC and ML had the same ethnicity as you and your husband ❤️ And yes! Be proud of it and claim it girl! What’s important is you’re Filipino at heart! As a Filipino-American myself, having people like you is so uplifting for us. ☺️
It matters so much! I’m glad it resonated with you just like it did for me 🥹❤️ and it’s so sweet because whenever I do meet other FilAm readers in person, we both get so emotional haha
You should be proud. It’s part of you 🫶🏻
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Lovely ~
This is so cool. I don't know much about Korean and Filipino culture, but I love seeing you share your family's culture through your characters. Plus, Dea and Eve look amazing in these outfits.
Ooo, loving the style!!😍😍 Would to see more. Embrace every part of yourself girlie
Thank you ☺️❤️