The Manhattan Morning Routine
“Same as always. Dropped off Rihyo in the morning, walked our pet dog Choparang, came home, ate an egg, cleaned, showered, and came straight here. It’s already 12 p.m.”
Actor Son Tae-young is detailing the heavy daily friction of managing household logistics and her eldest son’s college entrance preparation in the United States. She shared her experiences in a candid video uploaded to the ‘Mrs. New Jersey Son Tae-young’ channel on November 1.
The upload, titled ‘In the U.S., Could This Happen?’ Son Tae-young’s Shocking Real-Life Story of Friend Summer Summer, Michelin-Starred Restaurant, captured her demanding morning routine in Manhattan. She stays in the U.S. for her children’s education, shouldering her youngest daughter’s school transit and domestic chores.
Tracking Down Missing Sportswear
Tensions soon surface regarding her eldest son, Kwon Rook-hee, who is currently preparing for college entrance exams. Son Tae-young recounted a frustrating argument over a missing piece of athletic gear.
“He needed a tracksuit for a competition and was looking through the laundry basket. ‘Why isn’t there a red top?’ Every time this happens, my stress spikes. Then I become the suspect.”
After a thorough check, the item was finally discovered sitting quietly in the trunk of a vehicle where the student had previously left it.
Weighing Real Hardship at Home
Reflecting on the household friction, Son Tae-young remarked, “Since I did the laundry that day, I thought, ‘Why did I even wash it…’”
The crew lamented, “What kind of hardships is this?” She agreed: “It’s real hardship, not even a daughter-in-law’s hardship. Kwon Rook-hee says he’s enduring hardship over school sportswear.”
Wardrobe Adjustments for Daughter Rihyo
The daily challenges extended far beyond the eldest son. Her daughter, Kwon Rihyo, recently experienced sizing issues with coordinated school outfits.
When her daughter complained that the garments had somehow become larger, Son Tae-young swiftly resolved the issue. She offered to shrink them directly in the dryer so the child could attend classes smoothly without needing to request any new purchases.
Navigating Online Critics and Supporters
While Son Tae-young manages household duties during the week and relies on delivery food on weekends, some netizens mocked this and left malicious comments.
In response, she has interacted positively with supportive comments. She addressed the negativity directly on her personal SNS, writing, “Those who know me keep their words to themselves, but those who don’t know me speak more. I’ve decided to place greater importance on those who know me.”
