“My Son, Who Was Discharged Today, Is Riding in This Car”: Drivers Honk at Car With Banner, Cheer With Thumbs-Up and Hand-Heart Gestures [Warm Stories]

[Financial News] A father who drove with a banner attached to his car to celebrate his son's discharge from military service thanked the drivers he encountered on the road for their congratulations.
On the 11th, a story like this was posted on the online community Bobaedream under the title “Thank You to So Many People.”
A, who wrote the post, said they had attached a banner to the trunk of their car because they wanted to preserve the memory of the day their son was discharged after 18 months of military service.
A's family traveled from Inje, Gangwon Province, to Cheongyang, South Chungcheong Province. Along the way, several drivers reportedly rolled down their windows, gave them a thumbs-up or made hand-heart gestures, and honked to congratulate them.
A wrote, “Some people rolled down their windows, and we were able to return their greetings; there were also others we didn't get a chance to thank.” A added, “I sincerely appreciate your warm congratulations.”
A urged, “Some people may think we're making a fuss over nothing, but I hope you'll see it in a positive light.”
A added, “If our car caused you any inconvenience, I'd also like to apologize.”
A said, “I hope our kids who are still having a hard time are discharged safely,” and added, “I once again thank everyone who cheered us on.”
People who read the story responded with comments such as “It's original and cute,” “Coming home healthy and uninjured after completing service is the best way to repay your parents,” “A round of applause for the son who worked so hard,” and “It'll become a memory to look back on later.”

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