Let's make this birthday one to remember.

83 years old (Born on December 19, 1941)

Happy Birthday, Lee Myung-Bak! From steering Seoul as mayor to leading South Korea as its tenth president, you've certainly shown us how to navigate through traffic jams—both literal and political. Your ambitious Cheonggyecheon restoration project still flows strong, reminding us that sometimes the best way forward is by digging deep (literally!).

Even though your presidency ended in 2013, your legacy of infrastructure innovation and economic growth continues to inspire. May your birthday be filled with laughter brighter than Seoul's city lights and joy deeper than the Han River. Here's wishing you a year ahead that's smoother than rush hour traffic!