Kittens growing up realizing the meaning of the process

In the cold winter, Mink practices swimming every morning in preparation for the fireworks swimming competition.
I am doing this on my own, not because someone told me to, but because I want to do well.
Until now, Mink has always been the first to take on new challenges, but when he loses interest or things don't go his way, he quickly gives up.
Ballet and skating were like that.
Meanwhile, other friends are consistently doing what they are good at and like and getting good grades.
Mink is jealous of those friends and becomes anxious at the thought that he too has to show them something.
So he decides to prove that he is a special kitty by winning the fireworks swimming competition.


But perhaps because I was too enthusiastic, I kept making mistakes and making mistakes over and over again.
Mink is afraid that he might not even win, let alone be disqualified, but his parents cheer him on, telling him to keep going until the end, as his very existence makes him special.
Will Mink, who has made up his mind, be able to swim to his desired goal without giving up?
What is certain is that through the arduous process of getting back up after falling, Mink came to truly enjoy swimming and grew up a lot.

A picture filled with a fantastic winter atmosphere and the excitement and thrill of sports.

Artist Noh Yeo-ji, beloved for her beautiful and unique cat watercolors, now invites readers to a dazzling winter landscape.
It delicately captures the special scenery and emotions of winter, such as the chilly air, the shortened days, the soft white snow, the twinkling lights of Christmas, and the hot spring bathing.
Additionally, the journey to the unfamiliar 'Fireworks Village' by bus and train and the swimming competition scene also grab attention.
The scene where the cats, who have practiced hard and sweated profusely, compete with all their might is thrilling and makes your palms sweat.

[Author's Note]

“Everyone has probably envied someone else’s talent at least once.
There must have been times when you gave up something with that kind of mindset.
I think that trying my best rather than giving up is the way for me to become more confident and grow.
Like a mink.
“Good luck everyone!”
-Shin Hyun-kyung

“It’s common to curl up in the cold weather, but I hope you have an exciting winter with these passionate cats who are eager to learn and take on challenges.”
-Slave land

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