Sang-woo always spends his time lying down at home. Young-eun can barely stand up unless there is a wall or an object to support her. They provide strength to each other. A recently hung wedding photo is displayed on the wall.It is not easy to walk side by side in electric wheelchairs. In public places, we cannot walk side by side and always have to follow behind.When they are alone together, they express their love for each other.They had a magnificent wedding ceremony. The wedding was held amidst the blessings of disability organizations and many others.Youngeun left a message on the chat program designed for individuals with severe disabilities: “I had briefly visited the facility, but since there were specific visiting hours, I could only see them for a short time. I was worried that if I started dating, I might be taken to the director’s office and scolded, so I kept my feelings to myself. Now that I am back at the facility, I have re-enrolled. As for pregnancy, I haven’t made any plans yet. I would like to have a child, but given my disability, we have mutually agreed not to pursue that for now.”Youngeun lightly touches Sangwoo’s cheek and smiles, prompting Sangwoo to poke Youngeun’s cheek in return. This is one way they express their affection for each other.Sangwoo and Youngeun attached a golf ball to the controller of the electric wheelchair for easier maneuverability. The two of them have become a couple item that their colleagues envy
Youngeun urges Sangwoo to catch up quickly at the entrance of the apartment.During their honeymoon in Jeju Island, Youngeun wanted to visit the famous Glass House designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando. However, they stopped here as there was no longer a ramp available.Sangwoo gently placed his hand on the shoulder of his sleeping wife, Youngeun, embracing her. For Sangwoo, who finds it difficult to even raise his hand, this simple gesture is a way to express his feelings.Sangwoo and Youngeun smile together under the fully bloomed cherry blossoms in spring.
Sang-woo and Young-eun are a newlywed couple. They have severe disabilities and cannot move around independently without assistance. They have become independent from disability facilities and are also human rights activists working to ensure that people with disabilities can live independently and have their human rights respected after leaving such facilities. They cannot ride the subway together. The spaces available for electric wheelchairs are limited, and people express dissatisfaction about occupying those seats because they do not want to cause inconvenience.
