Hi, I’m Simon.
I recently drew 50 days of happiness shared with my boyfriend, as the second part of my 100 Days of Happiness Project (Day 51 to 100).
The year 2020 has been a difficult year for many of us, especially because of the coronavirus. In order to stay positive, I decided to create a visual gratitude journal on my Instagram page.
The objective of this project was also to give visibility to LGBT couples and normalize sweet moments shared between gay couples. Throughout the illustrations, you will also witness the progression of our relationship, from maintaining a long-distance relationship between Copenhagen and Stockholm to finally moving in together.
Scroll all the way down to view post 100 from my 100 Days of Happiness.
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#1 Day 63: Enjoying A Nice Bowl Of Ramen
What’s your favorite food on a rainy day? Mine is a cold noodle soup (물냉면) with some LA kalbi and a beer. Unfortunately, it’s been a challenge to find it in Stockholm, so the next best thing is a big bowl of ramen with a beer or some soju, always in great company.
67points
#2 Day 96: Moving In Together
It has been a busy few weeks since Patric officially moved to Copenhagen. We are still going through a few boxes and more shelves to put up, but we are happy to work together towards our new home.
60points
#3 Day 80: Which Local Area Did You Discover During The Pandemic?
Last weekend we visited Venngarn Castle, north of Sigtuna.
Less than an hour drive from Stockholm, we’ve spent the day walking in a beautiful garden, visiting an antique shop, and enjoying a traditional Swedish lunch.
This drawing was inspired by a painting of two knights with head cut-outs (swipe to see reference picture). I decided to take a more modern approach by updating our wardrobe.
Less than an hour drive from Stockholm, we’ve spent the day walking in a beautiful garden, visiting an antique shop, and enjoying a traditional Swedish lunch.
This drawing was inspired by a painting of two knights with head cut-outs (swipe to see reference picture). I decided to take a more modern approach by updating our wardrobe.
42points
#4 Day 98: Enjoying Our Seaside View In The Morning
My boyfriend and I recently moved to our new apartment. The highlight is definitely the beautiful seaside view and sunrises we get to experience every morning from our balcony.
37points
#5 Day 99: Celebrating The Lunar New Year Together
February 12 marked the new year on the lunar calendar. I’ve always loved the lunar new year for the large gatherings and the ridiculous amount of food.
This year is a bit different as we are not able to meet in larger groups. I’ve decided to draw us eating 汤圆 (tang yuan). These glutinous sweet rice balls are also a homonym for reunion 团圆. That’s my wish for this year of the Ox, to be able to have large gatherings around the world with my family and friends.
This year is a bit different as we are not able to meet in larger groups. I’ve decided to draw us eating 汤圆 (tang yuan). These glutinous sweet rice balls are also a homonym for reunion 团圆. That’s my wish for this year of the Ox, to be able to have large gatherings around the world with my family and friends.
35points
#6 Day 94: Enjoying A Cozy Christmas Night
What I love about Christmas is being surrounded by your loved ones. This year, we might not be able to travel back home or spend time with our parents, but we are fortunate to celebrate with close friends. We are very grateful for the new friendships we have created and for nurturing the old ones.
34points
#7 Day 66: When It's Time To Shave His Beard
32points
#8 Day 72: What’s Your Fondest Childhood Memory?
While visiting my family in Paris, we had some delicious Chinese food. It reminded me of that sweet memory when my mother and I used to make jiao zi (饺子) together.
My mom would spend the whole morning prepping the dough and meat. As a family, we would spend almost the whole day folding them together. She was never really impressed by my folding skills.
My mom would spend the whole morning prepping the dough and meat. As a family, we would spend almost the whole day folding them together. She was never really impressed by my folding skills.
30points
#9 Day 84: Creating Memories Together
29points
#10 Day 90: Cooking Together
27points
#11 Day 61: When’s The Last Time You Called Your Mom?
Yesterday was the first time my partner was able to see his mother after 2.5 months of distancing. They gathered in their garden in the suburbs of Stockholm to celebrate Mother's day.
26points
#12 Day 65: Snacking On Shrimps Before Going Out For Dinner
26points
#13 Day 68: Falling In Love With Every Dog We See
26points
#14 Day 64: Have You Ever Been In A Long Distance Relationship?
The silver lining of the corona was that we were able to confine together for the last 100 days in Stockholm..
Now that I’m back in Copenhagen we have resumed our long-distance romance with a lot of FaceTime and text messages.
Now that I’m back in Copenhagen we have resumed our long-distance romance with a lot of FaceTime and text messages.
24points
#15 Day 71: Cheering With A Beautiful View Of The Eiffel Tower
24points
#16 Day 70: When We Meet Up At The Airport
22points
#17 Day 69: When We Order Food At The Restaurant
22points
#18 Day 85: Getting Used To Day Light Savings
Last Sunday in Europe, we turned back our clocks to gain an extra hour.
I love the feeling of sleeping in the next day and realizing that it’s still only 8:30 o’clock in the morning. On the other hand, my boyfriend doesn’t seem to be a morning person despite the bonus sleeping time.
22points
#19 Day 76: When He Is Proud Of His Farmer's Tan
19points
#20 Day 87: Going To An Onsen
Last week we celebrated my boyfriend’s birthday by treating ourselves to a spa getaway. A 20-min ferry ride away from Stockholm, the Japanese-theme spa included ryokan, saunas, and a variety of heated outside pools.
18points