In the premiere episode of JTBC’s ‘Mom, Shall We Travel Alone?’ which aired on the 26th, Lee Hyori shared her candid thoughts on her mother’s persistent hints about having children.
During a pre-trip interview, Lee’s mother expressed pride in her daughter, describing her as a well-behaved child who entered the entertainment industry through her own efforts.
Lee Hyori humorously noted that despite this pride, her relationship with her mother felt more like they were strangers, with few shared memories beyond her childhood.
This reflection highlighted the emotional distance between them despite their familial bond.
Despite her mother’s desire for a closer relationship, Lee Hyori’s busy schedule in the entertainment industry often kept them apart, leading to feelings of distance.
Lee mentioned that their roles seemed to have swapped, with her feeling somewhat awkward and distant in their interactions.
She expressed hope that traveling together on the show would help bridge this gap and strengthen their bond.
During their trip to Gyeongju, Lee Hyori and her mother encountered children who recognized Lee, prompting her mother to express pride in having a famous daughter, noting that it was not inconvenient for her.
Observing a group of children, Lee remarked wistfully about wishing she had a daughter of her own, which led her mother to express her desire for a grandchild.
This moment highlighted both the pride and underlying wishes of Lee’s mother regarding their family’s future.
However, Lee Hyori revealed that she had given up on the idea of pregnancy, stating,
“It’s too late now.”
Her mother lamented this decision, suggesting that Lee should try as hard as others before giving up. Lee responded that she did not want to resort to IVF, while her mother continued to express her disappointment, emphasizing the lengths one should go to for a child.
This exchange highlighted the differing perspectives between Lee and her mother regarding the pursuit of having children.
