[68/91 weeks done][song of the wk][calendar] 비 Yourself Open Thread for 1/29 – 2/4.
(Rain at the 20th Mechanized Army Division Consol Train on 12/4, as posted by HIM Military Culture Mag yesterday. )
» Cloud USA Yellow Ribbon for Rain Calendar: DOWNLOAD it (for free).
» You can visit the previous Open Thread HERE. And of course, don’t forget that our Cloud USA Forum is a most excellent place for Rain love, fan communication, and self-expression. By the way — have you left a message for JiHoon on The Cloud today? Our Project page for newbies on how to register for and USE the Official Cloud Rain Fan Club site in S.Korea is HERE.)
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Getting to the bottom of RAINmaggedon 2013
» [article][Asian Junkie] Rain, his military service controversy, and the misguided netizen witch-hunt.
» [The Cloud] News & Fan Account Summary of Rain at the 2013 Walkathon.
» [article] Rain: “I would just serve on the front right now if I could.”
Because we wouldn’t give Korean netizens a glass of water right now if they were on fire. » [LOL] Our U.S. Netizens on Rain & Kim Tae Hee.
» [English Translation] Consolatory Train Performances Provide a Special Strength.
The Center for Military Human Rights is concerned about Rain’s treatment and that of his fellow soldiers. » Tweets abound: Dignity for Soldiers.
The Korean Media is now purposely ignoring official updated statements from the military and Rain’s management, and continuing to only print misinformation and the early untruths to feed the witch-hunt on Rain, and thus, their ratings. The Korean Media in general gives new meaning to the term “bottom-feeding.” » [articles] Rain’s lodging issues explained.
The verdict is in, and the earth is saved from destruction. » [article] Rain who violated the decree on military service, is placed under a period of probation of one week.
» [article] The shattering of men’s fantasy: The betrayal of Kim Tae Hee.
» [article] Defense Ministry: Rain’s total vacation days are 27. Official Army duties overnight = 44.
» [interview summary] Rep. Shin In Gyun: Singer Rain’s “71 days of leave time” is a distortion.
» [opinion] From Stephe’s desk: Rain has been the object of a “witch-hunt” worthy of Salem.
» [editorial] Business as usual: Rain under fire by the Media and his countrymen for going on a date.
RAIN SUPPORT
By Snail Mail: » [info][Cloud USA] Operation: Tie A Yellow Ribbon. We’re well into the homestretch. Let’s finish this strong!
Through the ROK military (at DEMA): [info] Overseas fans: Please leave a message of support for Corporal Rain on DEMA’s website.
By Twitter and/or Facebook: As of this moment, 6555 yellow ribbons for Rain have been added to Twitter and Facebook icons since the Brigade was started. Amazing! Thanks for supporting our favorite corporal during his military service and for letting him know you’ll be waiting when he gets home! » For a brief read about the meaning of the Yellow Ribbon, go to our previous post HERE.
For information on where to send handwritten cards and letters to
상병 (sangbyeong) Corporal Jung JiHoon/Rain, please see our previous post HERE (military). For cards, letters, and gifts, do see our post HERE (office admin).
» Rain’s official website. » RAINY Entertainment’s official Twitter.
» R2B: Return To Base official social media sites. » Rain’s official YouTube channel AND » Facebook page.
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SONG OF THE WEEK: “Not A Single Day (Harudo) 하루도”, Track 5 on his Vol. 4 album Rain’s World (2006). This has been an old favorite for many years across the Rainiverse, and he knows it, because he’s included it in every concert tour since the song hit back in the day. If you’ve never had the chance to read the lyrics, some English subs are HERE. The song lyrics have also been translated into Turkish, Spanish, and probably Japanese and some other languages, so hit YouTube up for those subs and enjoy this smooth, heartbreaking tune.
(video courtesy of soorain @YT.)
Rain is Eternal. Where clouds stay gathered, rain will always come. It is inevitable.
— Stephe ^@@^
Cloud USA 
I saw on Twitter where Terri let y’all know I’m down hard with the flu.
Things like this make me glad I prepare some posts a little bit in advance, halleluia.
*hitting the sack again and not getting up for a while* zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
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Dear Stephe take good care of yourself . Hug and kiss. Valentina
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Poor Stephe…she sounded just AWFUL on the phone last night.
Everybody send her some BIG hugsssss. ‘Cause she really needs ’em.
Terri :-}
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Aww, BIG Hugs lady! Get some much needed rest. I know that stuff is going around. Just got over my own “bug.” Clouds’ll be here when you’re up and about again. Feel better!
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Hope you get better soon Stephe!! Take care! A big hug and kiss to you amiguita! 😀
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Aww, my_Stephe isn’t feeling well………hope a bit of rest with a dash of meds run that “bug” away soon! Take care sweetie!
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I am, ughhhhhhh… thanks, chickie…
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I am, ughhhhhhh… thanks, chickie…
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I hope you are feeling better these days. That flu seems to be going around a bit. Eat well and keep your strength up and drinks lots of fluids!
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Thanks, Alisa.
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Now THIS is how you answer your critics. Don’t cuss and fuss, jump up and down just show’em why you bad. Go ‘head B!
http://www.justjared.com/2013/01/31/beyonce-national-anthem-live-at-super-bowl-press-conference-video/
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They need to Jihoon oppa alone the man is trying to do some military time and get out. So he went on a date what military guy what guy in the military has not done that.And if oppa is dateing anyone true or false let him be we should love still. LOL!
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BEAUTIFUL SOLIDER of Corpal Jung Ji Hoon here that 4 # pic JAWLINE and just so sexy how i want run my finger and touch it such a amazing and so passionate…i just love the HM pic it always come SO NICE and HD as well not to mention he Beautiful and so handsome he sure a make to be one of kind solider that make Korean to Proud of him a truly ambassador indeed……….His body looks hard so yummmmmmmmmmmmm :P)
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I love that song. Very beautiful sound. The pictures in the HM magazine were very nice. Handsome as always. Seems like the media has calmed down a lot so hopefully February will be a better month for Rain…..I hope.
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Handsome baby. *SMILES*
It’s gotta be tough mentally for him right now, but he’ll “soldier” on no doubt. I was just thinking that even though I know he is a proud Korean and proud to serve, there’s gotta be a part (regarding this whole scandal situation) that leaves a bit of an “after taste” in his mouth. Especially, when you have to represent at events celebrating your country, like that walk-a-thon. Although, he would never say it. I know for myself, it’s hard stifling my True feelings at work sometimes and I don’t have the kind of pressure he has. So I can only imagine what he feels.
Oh well, it won’t be too much longer Honey Love. *SMILES*………………
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You’re right, he’s tense like he can barely contain himself and it’s waiting for something to happen. He’ll probably never talk about this time but it must be really hard on him. To have your country talking about you like you’re the worst soldier ever, to being watched all the time, to feel alone and not being able to be with the person you love and share with her your thoughts when you just made a stupid mistake and you have dedicated your life to be a good example, bring happiness and honor to your country must be horrible. It’s almost over Baby, just a few more months and it will be over. Sighh
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