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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - The Woman with the Germanium Bracelet (1)
    10.0/10(2 votes)

    S1:E1

    Dongbaek, a single mother who runs a bar called Camellia, deals with her neighbors’ opinions, and Hwang Yong-sik meets someone admirable.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - 1986.08.29. Born to Be a Hippo (2)
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E12

    A long-lost figure Dongbaek never expected to see again reenters her life. Gyu-tae, cornered by Hyang-mi, takes his frustrations to Camellia.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 16 - Here's to All You've Been Through
    9.5/10(15 votes)

    S1:E16

    As the Yang family finally enjoys the fruits of their labor, sudden agony strikes — testing their resolve and the strength of their enduring love.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Life Goes on and On
    9.3/10(16 votes)

    S1:E6

    Just as Ae-sun and Gwan-sik taste the joys of their new life, a summer storm changes everything — testing their will to carry on.

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    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - The Moon Wanes, Yet the Young Heart Remains
    9.3/10(15 votes)

    S1:E8

    When Geum-myeong receives a chance to study in Japan, dreams take flight. Now Ae-sun and Gwan-sik must make a tough decision.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 15 - A Spring Every Day
    9.2/10(13 votes)

    S1:E15

    Between new business ventures and career changes, the family faces separate hurdles on their paths — drawing strength from their bond to press ahead.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - My Love by My Side
    9.2/10(13 votes)

    S1:E11

    As Geum-myeong's engagement moves toward marriage, her heart fills with doubt — will her first love story find its happy ending like her mother's?

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Yesterday Was Your Spring
    9.2/10(16 votes)

    S1:E3

    After a dramatic rescue, Ae-sun and Gwan-sik return to Jeju. Soon, Ae-sun resigns herself to a sad fate — leaving Gwan-sik devastated.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - The Blazing Summer Sunshine
    9.2/10(17 votes)

    S1:E4

    Summer brings joy as the newlyweds start a life together, but living with Gwan-sik's family tests their happiness — can they find a path to peace?

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 14 - Spread Your Wings and Fly
    9.2/10(12 votes)

    S1:E14

    Ae-sun and Gwan-sik grapple with Yang Eun-myeong's misfortune, sacrificing everything they can to help him. But Eun-myeong's self-confidence takes a hit.

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    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 13 - Such an Uneven Love
    9.2/10(13 votes)

    S1:E13

    While facing a career setback during an economic downturn, Geum-myeong encounters a familiar face — sparking an unexpected new beginning.

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    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - A Midsummer Night's Full Nets
    9.1/10(17 votes)

    S1:E5

    As Gwan-sik struggles to find work, Ae-sun worries for her family — until a lifeline appears. Soon after, Ae-sun sets her ambitions higher in Jeju.

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    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - A Fruitful Fall
    9.1/10(14 votes)

    S1:E7

    As the village chief election approaches, Ae-sun faces corrupt opposition. Geum-myeong receives an unusual request that tests her morals.

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    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - The Storm Sweeps My Heart, the Love Rocks My Heart
    9.0/10(11 votes)

    S1:E10

    While Geum-myeong grows closer to her quirky colleague, Ae-sun's troubling dreams stir real concerns. Do they hold any meaning?

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Sassy First Love
    9.0/10(20 votes)

    S1:E2

    As love blossoms between Ae-sun and Gwan-sik, they make their first bold move together. But their romantic adventure hits a snag.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 40 - Do Miracles Happen? (2)
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E40

    Dongbaek and Yong-sik come to a sinking realization about the Joker, Gyu-tae goes after what he wants, and Jong-ryeol makes peace with Jessica.

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    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Spring in a Heartbeat
    8.9/10(31 votes)

    S1:E1

    Raised by a tenacious mother, a young, bright-eyed Ae-sun has dreams bigger than her village — until an unexpected tragedy changes everything.

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    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - A Glistening Winter
    8.7/10(15 votes)

    S1:E12

    Back in Jeju, Geum-myeong mends her heart in familiar surroundings. Ae-sun treasures sweet moments with her loved ones.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - The Wind Goes Whoosh, My Heart Goes Boo-Hoo
    8.6/10(11 votes)

    S1:E9

    Life in a small apartment tests Ae-sun and Gwan-sik as they struggle to parent Yang Eun-myeong. Meanwhile, Geum-myeong juggles love and life in Seoul.

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    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - I Will Welcome Everyone (2)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E18

    As Dongbaek packs up Camellia, Yong-sik's investigation turns up something suspicious, and Jong-ryeol delivers an expensive package.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 19 - Nice People Can't Get Lucky (1)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E19

    Dongbaek decides she is a changed woman. Yong-sik hears about the Joker's past patterns. Jong-ryeol cries in front of Pil-gu.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 21 - The Hero Appears at the Last Minute (1)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E21

    When things get out of hand at Pil-gu's baseball game, Yong-sik steps in. Dongbaek stands by Hyang-mi, who is running from something.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 26 - The End Of All The Flirting (2)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E26

    Dongbaek is unsure whether Hyang-mi really ran away. Meanwhile, Yong-sik grows increasingly worried as more fires break out.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  24. undefined Season 1 Episode 28 - My Mom's Age Lines "And That Is How My Mom Aged"(2)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E28

    Dongbaek realizes why Jo Jeong-suk came back to her. Gyu-tae's miserable day gets even worse when Yong-sik comes around to ask about Hyang-mi.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 39 - Do Miracles Happen? (1)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E39

    Dongbaek and Yong-sik come to a sinking realization about the Joker, Gyu-tae goes after what he wants, and Jong-ryeol makes peace with Jessica.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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Im Sang-choon Ratings Summary

"The Woman with the Germanium Bracelet (1)" is the best rated episode written by Im Sang-choon. It scored 10/10 based on 2 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 9/18/2019 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "1986.08.29. Born to Be a Hippo (2)".