so, in not knowing what to write & I don't want to write about my weekend [I feel like I do that all the time] & I don't want to sit here and write about complaints& annoy you guys... I'll think I'll just make lists---one of the blogging ideas from that DOC.
LIST #1 :
THINGS I WANT TO DO BEFORE I DIE(cliche, I know)
(1) travel to all the 7 continents
(2) sky dive
(3) peace corp<-- I don't know how plausible that is
(4) live until I'm a hundred, so I can say: "I lived a decade"
(5) have a Rhode Island license plate... not many people have those
(6) go to Niagara Falls
LIST #2:
PERSONALITY CHARACTERISTICS THAT SLIGHTLY BUG ME
(1) complaining. When it seems like every conversation that you have with someone is about a complaint that they can control.
(2) sticking with judgments. I would say judgments, but we all make judgments with people's first impressions. But, sticking with our impressions and trying not get to know someone based off that first impression is bothersome. Just because someone instantly closes their mind off to someone else and misses out on how wonderful another person can be.
LIST # 3:
THINGS THAT I LIKE
(1) arts. I like going to chorus concerts, plays, acapella performances. I think it's because not only do I like things like of that genre, but I also appluad those who are dedicated to practicing for their performances.
(2) ice cream.
(3) comedy. Everyone loves to laugh
(4) I like stumbling upon random pictures that move you or make you think.
(5) up & down words game on usa today. It's kind of like chain reaction, but easier. lol
Those are some things that I want to do before I die, personality characteristics that annoy me, and some things that I like. How about you guys, what are some things you want to do before you die, some personality characteristics that bug you, and some things you like???
--GOOD LUCK w. ANY PAPERS or TESTS YOU GUYS HAVE--
Monday, April 26, 2010
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Ko-merican
PREFACE:SO, instead of writing about what I did this weekend or what is currently happening, I decided to write about my background/ethnicity & parents.
BLOG:
I'm half Korean & half Caucasian--it's mixed w. Irish, English, Native American, & a bunch of random stuff (i don't really know the specifics, but i do know those 3 for sure). I'm a hybrid. a mutt.
I'm Ko-merican.
I was born in South Korea on military soil, so I do have American citizenship (just throwing that in there because when I state where I'm born, people always ask if I have American citizenship. lol
My mom is full Korean. She's 5 foot exactly. My dad is 5 foot 8 inches. I split the difference of my parents-- I'm 5 foot 4 inches, just in case you guys were wondering lol. My mom is this cute little Korean lady. I adore her. When she gets frustrated with me, I like to go up to her and give her a big bear hug and be like, "I lub you, mommy. you lub me? yesh?" This may make her upset for like 3 secs, but then she can't help but laugh and then get over being frustrated. She wants the best for me--just like any mother. She just wants us (my sister, brother, and I) to be happy and she strives to make sure we are happy. Her cooking is phenomenal. The Korean and American dishes she makes are beyond words along with the concoctions she makes. My mom is you're typical Korean lady. Yes, at times, she does have Korean manners, but she is Americanized to a certain degree; she still tries to tell us about Korean traditions.
My dad is full Caucasian. My dad is definitely one of a kind. One of my guy friends says, "he's like a 'man-child'" that sounds weird, I know... let me explain. He is like a child stuck in a man body according to my friend. But, my friend's encounters with my dad have been talking about comics with super heroes, bands from the 70's and 80's, and joking around about nonsense. My dad's sense of humor has to be one of the favorite characteristics of him. My dad is very easy going and very laid back. But, don't let that fool you. My dad is a very smart man--that may sound bias, but it is true. He knows a lot and if he doesn't know something, he researches it to find the answer.
Anywho. I have a lot of respect for my parents. As cliche as this sounds, my parents are also my friends. Moving around (we moved around a few times, not a whole lot compared to other military kids) I think made us closer as a family because when you move to a new place, the people you know and always will have is your family.
They both lived a hard life yet they don't show bitterness for their hard lives; they stay positive and work hard. With certain topics, I'm closer to one parent over the other (just like anyone else). Both my parents give very good advice that I take to consideration when making life choices.
SUMMARY: Yep. Basically, I love my parents and I do talk to them on the daily. Actually, I talk to my mom on the daily. I try to talk to my dad on the daily, but he is preoccupied with work during the weekdays--the weekends is when we catch up. (:
QUESTION: So, how about you guys? what is your ethnicity/background? & relationship w. your parents (if you want to talk about it)?
BLOG:
I'm half Korean & half Caucasian--it's mixed w. Irish, English, Native American, & a bunch of random stuff (i don't really know the specifics, but i do know those 3 for sure). I'm a hybrid. a mutt.
I'm Ko-merican.
I was born in South Korea on military soil, so I do have American citizenship (just throwing that in there because when I state where I'm born, people always ask if I have American citizenship. lol
My mom is full Korean. She's 5 foot exactly. My dad is 5 foot 8 inches. I split the difference of my parents-- I'm 5 foot 4 inches, just in case you guys were wondering lol. My mom is this cute little Korean lady. I adore her. When she gets frustrated with me, I like to go up to her and give her a big bear hug and be like, "I lub you, mommy. you lub me? yesh?" This may make her upset for like 3 secs, but then she can't help but laugh and then get over being frustrated. She wants the best for me--just like any mother. She just wants us (my sister, brother, and I) to be happy and she strives to make sure we are happy. Her cooking is phenomenal. The Korean and American dishes she makes are beyond words along with the concoctions she makes. My mom is you're typical Korean lady. Yes, at times, she does have Korean manners, but she is Americanized to a certain degree; she still tries to tell us about Korean traditions.
My dad is full Caucasian. My dad is definitely one of a kind. One of my guy friends says, "he's like a 'man-child'" that sounds weird, I know... let me explain. He is like a child stuck in a man body according to my friend. But, my friend's encounters with my dad have been talking about comics with super heroes, bands from the 70's and 80's, and joking around about nonsense. My dad's sense of humor has to be one of the favorite characteristics of him. My dad is very easy going and very laid back. But, don't let that fool you. My dad is a very smart man--that may sound bias, but it is true. He knows a lot and if he doesn't know something, he researches it to find the answer.
Anywho. I have a lot of respect for my parents. As cliche as this sounds, my parents are also my friends. Moving around (we moved around a few times, not a whole lot compared to other military kids) I think made us closer as a family because when you move to a new place, the people you know and always will have is your family.
They both lived a hard life yet they don't show bitterness for their hard lives; they stay positive and work hard. With certain topics, I'm closer to one parent over the other (just like anyone else). Both my parents give very good advice that I take to consideration when making life choices.
SUMMARY: Yep. Basically, I love my parents and I do talk to them on the daily. Actually, I talk to my mom on the daily. I try to talk to my dad on the daily, but he is preoccupied with work during the weekdays--the weekends is when we catch up. (:
QUESTION: So, how about you guys? what is your ethnicity/background? & relationship w. your parents (if you want to talk about it)?
Monday, April 12, 2010
winding down...
As the semester is winding down, we are being bombarded with exams, papers, quizzes, tests, and etc. We have to plan in more study time. Time management is key to be successful. Now, let's be honest, we all know how to manage our time. It's the execution of it that is the problem, which some of seem to be lacking in--- I'm one of those people.
But, my blog isn't about time management.
It's about stress and how I deal with it.
DISCLAIMER: I don't get stressed that easily or at least I tell myself I'm not stressed.
If it's school related stress, I write a list of what NEEDS to be done. Then I break up that list so it seems less stressful. Then tackle the different lists one by one. But before I do that, I have to calm my nerves. To do so, I watch a funny youtube video. (example: this a video my friend sent me--->http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBOV8WzH-oY&sns=em) then after that, I get my ipod or listen to pandora while doing work to avoid being stressed.
OR
I end up procrastinating for hours, then within the last few hours I do the assignment and work under pressure--which for some classes its easier for me to do.
Family related stress. Well, to be honest, I don't get that stressed with my family with the exception of my sister. With my family, I try to be rational, calm, and collected. If my any one gets mad at me in my family, I don't get worked up, I try to understand why they are mad--maybe they are having a bad day. So, I let them vent, then try to rationally and calmly talk to them--that usually works out. My sister on the other hand, she stresses me out with her dating life-- not that it s bad, but she keeps going back to the person that has hurt her the most and that isn't good for her. But, I've tried my best to help her out, so there's not much I can do after a year-- I just have to let it go.
Friend related stress. I'm usually really calm and not stressed with friends. Former friends however, make me a little nervous because I tend to believe that everything that happened is my fault. And, when I do have that built up stress, I go exercise to relieve steam.
How do you guys deal with stress????
But, my blog isn't about time management.
It's about stress and how I deal with it.
DISCLAIMER: I don't get stressed that easily or at least I tell myself I'm not stressed.
If it's school related stress, I write a list of what NEEDS to be done. Then I break up that list so it seems less stressful. Then tackle the different lists one by one. But before I do that, I have to calm my nerves. To do so, I watch a funny youtube video. (example: this a video my friend sent me--->http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBOV8WzH-oY&sns=em) then after that, I get my ipod or listen to pandora while doing work to avoid being stressed.
OR
I end up procrastinating for hours, then within the last few hours I do the assignment and work under pressure--which for some classes its easier for me to do.
Family related stress. Well, to be honest, I don't get that stressed with my family with the exception of my sister. With my family, I try to be rational, calm, and collected. If my any one gets mad at me in my family, I don't get worked up, I try to understand why they are mad--maybe they are having a bad day. So, I let them vent, then try to rationally and calmly talk to them--that usually works out. My sister on the other hand, she stresses me out with her dating life-- not that it s bad, but she keeps going back to the person that has hurt her the most and that isn't good for her. But, I've tried my best to help her out, so there's not much I can do after a year-- I just have to let it go.
Friend related stress. I'm usually really calm and not stressed with friends. Former friends however, make me a little nervous because I tend to believe that everything that happened is my fault. And, when I do have that built up stress, I go exercise to relieve steam.
How do you guys deal with stress????
Monday, April 5, 2010
weekend
CURRENT THOUGHT:
I like thunderstorms. I don't necessarily "love" them like other people. But, they are quite nice. I remember back when I lived in Arizona, we used to have thunderstorms all the time. And, when the power went out, my mom would be like, "Oh, no! The Popsicles are going to melt." Then she would take us to the refrigerator and grab some Popsicles for us. We then would relocate ourselves to the dining table and eat them while looking outside at the rain and lightning. Good times.
WEEKEND:
So, this past weekend, I went home to spend time with the good ol' family. I told my best friend I was coming home, but I told her that I was going to spend time with the family and I asked her to keep it on the DL because I wasn't trying to hangout with people/ get people upset for not telling them.
Friday. I took the 4:30 bus to JMU to meet my parents (they were already picking up my sister at Mary Balwdin College-it's near JMU). I arrived around 7 at JMU. My parents then asked where did I want to eat since I was hungry. Of course my reply was Subway. So, we ate at Subway. Then drove home. By the time I got home it was almost. I was greeted by my little brother at the door. My family and I were supposed to watch a movie, but everyone was tired. So, my dad and I just watched some stand up comedy on comedy central.
Saturday. We were supposed to go to DC and see the cherry blossoms, but my brother and I didn't wake up until the afternoon; so, we didn't. My mom, sister, and I decided to have a girls' shopping day instead. Then we came back and cooked dinner. I grilled some steaks while doing some homework while my mom and sister did the rest. We ate dinner as a family. Then we watched Aladin on ABC family. My brother and I stayed up watching Bruce Almighty and eventually fell asleep.
Sunday. My parents took my sister back while my brother and I stayed home. We watched Enchanted on TBS while doing homework. Then I packed. Went to vienna station for the 5:30 bus. Came back around 9:20. yep.
That was my weekend. It may sound lame to others, but I enjoyed it. (:
DISCLAIMER:
sorry, if all my posts are about my weekend.
&& sorry, if my weekends aren't too exciting.
QUESTION: How was your guys' weekend???
I like thunderstorms. I don't necessarily "love" them like other people. But, they are quite nice. I remember back when I lived in Arizona, we used to have thunderstorms all the time. And, when the power went out, my mom would be like, "Oh, no! The Popsicles are going to melt." Then she would take us to the refrigerator and grab some Popsicles for us. We then would relocate ourselves to the dining table and eat them while looking outside at the rain and lightning. Good times.
WEEKEND:
So, this past weekend, I went home to spend time with the good ol' family. I told my best friend I was coming home, but I told her that I was going to spend time with the family and I asked her to keep it on the DL because I wasn't trying to hangout with people/ get people upset for not telling them.
Friday. I took the 4:30 bus to JMU to meet my parents (they were already picking up my sister at Mary Balwdin College-it's near JMU). I arrived around 7 at JMU. My parents then asked where did I want to eat since I was hungry. Of course my reply was Subway. So, we ate at Subway. Then drove home. By the time I got home it was almost. I was greeted by my little brother at the door. My family and I were supposed to watch a movie, but everyone was tired. So, my dad and I just watched some stand up comedy on comedy central.
Saturday. We were supposed to go to DC and see the cherry blossoms, but my brother and I didn't wake up until the afternoon; so, we didn't. My mom, sister, and I decided to have a girls' shopping day instead. Then we came back and cooked dinner. I grilled some steaks while doing some homework while my mom and sister did the rest. We ate dinner as a family. Then we watched Aladin on ABC family. My brother and I stayed up watching Bruce Almighty and eventually fell asleep.
Sunday. My parents took my sister back while my brother and I stayed home. We watched Enchanted on TBS while doing homework. Then I packed. Went to vienna station for the 5:30 bus. Came back around 9:20. yep.
That was my weekend. It may sound lame to others, but I enjoyed it. (:
DISCLAIMER:
sorry, if all my posts are about my weekend.
&& sorry, if my weekends aren't too exciting.
QUESTION: How was your guys' weekend???
Monday, March 29, 2010
Floral Design
So, as you guys know, I'm taking this class floral design. I'm taking it to meet an area 6 credit. This is one of my favorite classes this semester. Yeah, we have some work that we do aka reading and a few homework assignments.
I know, you guys are probably thinking, what do you possibly do in that class?
Well, let me tell you.
We have two lectures per week. Right now we are being lectured on the industry such as who are some top importers, exporters and such. We just got done lecturing about different mechanics (like cutting tools, containers, adhesive tools, and floral support) to use. Now, that may seem a little boring to some, but it's part of the curriculum that one must learn. We already learned about the elements, principles, and history or floral design.
And, the homework assignments are terrible. They aren't super easy, but they aren't hard. This class isn't a super easy A, you definitely have to put a little effort into it--just like any other class.
But, the reason why I really enjoy this class is because of the floral design labs that we do. Once a week, we create a floral design that we get to take home. (: The flowers last up to 2 weeks; so, that means I get to enjoy looking at the design for two weeks.(: In our labs, the teacher gives us a demonstration of what design we are making--but, we've gotten to the point where he doesn't need to do that anymore, he just tells us what our design goal is--, then we make the design while listening to some good old classic rock. After we make our design, we record the materials, likes/dislikes, personal reviews, ta reviews,and peer reviews in out lab journal along with pictures of our design. I, personally, think it's really nice to end my Monday with making a nice arrangement while listening to some good classics.
Well, I got to go get ready to go to my floral design lab. This week we are doing vase arrangements.
What are some of your favorite classes???
I know, you guys are probably thinking, what do you possibly do in that class?
Well, let me tell you.
We have two lectures per week. Right now we are being lectured on the industry such as who are some top importers, exporters and such. We just got done lecturing about different mechanics (like cutting tools, containers, adhesive tools, and floral support) to use. Now, that may seem a little boring to some, but it's part of the curriculum that one must learn. We already learned about the elements, principles, and history or floral design.
And, the homework assignments are terrible. They aren't super easy, but they aren't hard. This class isn't a super easy A, you definitely have to put a little effort into it--just like any other class.
But, the reason why I really enjoy this class is because of the floral design labs that we do. Once a week, we create a floral design that we get to take home. (: The flowers last up to 2 weeks; so, that means I get to enjoy looking at the design for two weeks.(: In our labs, the teacher gives us a demonstration of what design we are making--but, we've gotten to the point where he doesn't need to do that anymore, he just tells us what our design goal is--, then we make the design while listening to some good old classic rock. After we make our design, we record the materials, likes/dislikes, personal reviews, ta reviews,and peer reviews in out lab journal along with pictures of our design. I, personally, think it's really nice to end my Monday with making a nice arrangement while listening to some good classics.
Well, I got to go get ready to go to my floral design lab. This week we are doing vase arrangements.
What are some of your favorite classes???
Sunday, March 21, 2010
weekend
Current Status: watching Discovery Channel "LIFE" premiere with Oprah Winfrey as the narrator
Anywho, I will be briefly talk about my weekend.
Friday.
I went to this Mediterranean Cafe/Restaurant on Main Street with some friends. We came back to our dorm with the intentions of going to watch soccer games at one of the gyms. But, we ended up watching YouTube videos and hanging out. Then later we met with a couple of friend's at Deet's for ice cream. We went to DX to eat our ice cream. We ended up lounging at DX. haha Then we went back to our dorm and watch "Where The Wild Things Are", which was so weird and is definitely not kid friendly.
Saturday.
My roommate and I went to our quad and laid out and did homework. I got English done and read like 2 pages of Morality and Justice. Laying out in the quad is not productive. haha Our friend met us a couple hours later then we went to West End and ate outside. After that, we went to the Duck Pond and laid out to do homework. Read two more pages for Morality & Justice then fell asleep. After waking up from our nap, my friends and I decided to get dressed up, eat somewhere on Main Street, and then go to the choir concert. We ate at Backstreets, which was delicious. When we went to the concert, they said the tickets were sold out. But, luckily, the lady told us we could go in for free after the first song played. The performance was grand. After that we went to Deet's for ice cream (again) and we decided what to do next. We had the option of going to this one frat but we would have to get a ride & the person my roommate knows in that frat is definitely a character;so, we threw that option out. Then the other option was to go the St. Patrick's day party at this other frat. I don't have a problem with this frat, but I prefer to hang out with people I know. But, I was game for whatever. One of friends was tired so she decided she was going to go back to her dorm and sleep. So, my roommate, my other friend, and I decided to go back to our dorm. My roommate didn't feel good so she stayed in. So my friend and I decided to walk to the frat, but on the way we both decided we didn't want to go and we called my friend, Adam, who was hanging out with her boyfriend and we knew they were at Jeff's apartment, to see if it was okay if we came over. He said it was perfectly fine, so we went to Jeff's apartment. At Jeff's I saw a friend that I went to high school with that I haven't seen since last semester. We caught up with each other. It was nice.
Sunday.
I woke up at 8:30. Got ready for church. Went to church with the roommate. Showed up late. Didn't feel so good. So, left early. Came back. Napped until brunch with our friends. After brunch, came back and napped until 4:30-today wasn't a productive day. I did not feel so good. But, woke up and felt refreshed. Then had dinner with some friends around 6.
Yep. So, that was my unproductive weekend filled with nothingness; but at the same time, it was fun. haha
Anywho, I will be briefly talk about my weekend.
Friday.
I went to this Mediterranean Cafe/Restaurant on Main Street with some friends. We came back to our dorm with the intentions of going to watch soccer games at one of the gyms. But, we ended up watching YouTube videos and hanging out. Then later we met with a couple of friend's at Deet's for ice cream. We went to DX to eat our ice cream. We ended up lounging at DX. haha Then we went back to our dorm and watch "Where The Wild Things Are", which was so weird and is definitely not kid friendly.
Saturday.
My roommate and I went to our quad and laid out and did homework. I got English done and read like 2 pages of Morality and Justice. Laying out in the quad is not productive. haha Our friend met us a couple hours later then we went to West End and ate outside. After that, we went to the Duck Pond and laid out to do homework. Read two more pages for Morality & Justice then fell asleep. After waking up from our nap, my friends and I decided to get dressed up, eat somewhere on Main Street, and then go to the choir concert. We ate at Backstreets, which was delicious. When we went to the concert, they said the tickets were sold out. But, luckily, the lady told us we could go in for free after the first song played. The performance was grand. After that we went to Deet's for ice cream (again) and we decided what to do next. We had the option of going to this one frat but we would have to get a ride & the person my roommate knows in that frat is definitely a character;so, we threw that option out. Then the other option was to go the St. Patrick's day party at this other frat. I don't have a problem with this frat, but I prefer to hang out with people I know. But, I was game for whatever. One of friends was tired so she decided she was going to go back to her dorm and sleep. So, my roommate, my other friend, and I decided to go back to our dorm. My roommate didn't feel good so she stayed in. So my friend and I decided to walk to the frat, but on the way we both decided we didn't want to go and we called my friend, Adam, who was hanging out with her boyfriend and we knew they were at Jeff's apartment, to see if it was okay if we came over. He said it was perfectly fine, so we went to Jeff's apartment. At Jeff's I saw a friend that I went to high school with that I haven't seen since last semester. We caught up with each other. It was nice.
Sunday.
I woke up at 8:30. Got ready for church. Went to church with the roommate. Showed up late. Didn't feel so good. So, left early. Came back. Napped until brunch with our friends. After brunch, came back and napped until 4:30-today wasn't a productive day. I did not feel so good. But, woke up and felt refreshed. Then had dinner with some friends around 6.
Yep. So, that was my unproductive weekend filled with nothingness; but at the same time, it was fun. haha
Monday, March 15, 2010
"Boy, 12, Charged with Murder"
So, last month, I read an article on CNN.com about a 12 year old boy who supposedly shot his dad's pregnant fiance killing both the fiance and the 8 month unborn baby. When I first read the article, I was shocked because the kid is so young. I still am shocked. The boy is two years younger than my little brother. My brother is a freshman in high school, so that means the kid is in 7th grade. He's in middle school! How outrageous is that? Middle School. Do you remember your middle school days? Could you imagine supposedly killing your dad's pregnant fiance, then put in a juvenile detention center waiting to be tried as an adult???
Jordan Brown, the 12 year old, is being tried as an adult! Pennsylvania Law states that a juvenile over 10, in cases of homicide, can be tried as an adult! According to CNN, if he is convicted, he will be sentenced to life in prison. How terrible is that? Can you imagine going to jail at 12, then serving your life in prison? You wouldn't go to a high school and experience or be given the opportunity of high school events such as homecoming, football games, prom. On top of that, you would never get to experience driving a car. You'll never experience going to college. Living day to day in a prison for the rest of your life, life would just be meaningless.
CNN also stated that instead of being convicted for life, he would serve jail time until 21. So, he would serve 9 years, but 9 years of his adolescence, his prime years that serve as a foundation of who he will become. This conviction seems less strict compared to life in prison, but it still is sad. Not only would he not enjoy or experience, or at least have the opportunity to experience the 9 years of his adolescence, he would also have a hard life after. No place would want to hire him. If he does get a job, it wouldn't be the greatest of jobs; it would be a low income job, probably wage based. Life would be unpleasant.
I watched the video today ( http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/crime/2010/03/15/carroll.juvenile.murder.charge.cnn?hpt=C2 ) to see the updates of the case. In the video, the family of the fiance that died showed no remorse whatsoever for the child. They seem so vengeful. Yes, I understand that two lives were lost and they have every right to be mad and upset. But, it kind of disgusts me how someone can be so vengeful and show so much hatred. On top of that, the poor father. Not only is he trying to cope with losing his fiance and future child, he also is trying to stay a good father and be a support system for his son. Even though this is situation, puts the dad in an awkward position, I think he is doing a fine job of being there for his son. Because if he wasn't there, who would be there for the him?
This crime/situation is just a sad, unfortunate situation in every perspective.
Jordan Brown, the 12 year old, is being tried as an adult! Pennsylvania Law states that a juvenile over 10, in cases of homicide, can be tried as an adult! According to CNN, if he is convicted, he will be sentenced to life in prison. How terrible is that? Can you imagine going to jail at 12, then serving your life in prison? You wouldn't go to a high school and experience or be given the opportunity of high school events such as homecoming, football games, prom. On top of that, you would never get to experience driving a car. You'll never experience going to college. Living day to day in a prison for the rest of your life, life would just be meaningless.
CNN also stated that instead of being convicted for life, he would serve jail time until 21. So, he would serve 9 years, but 9 years of his adolescence, his prime years that serve as a foundation of who he will become. This conviction seems less strict compared to life in prison, but it still is sad. Not only would he not enjoy or experience, or at least have the opportunity to experience the 9 years of his adolescence, he would also have a hard life after. No place would want to hire him. If he does get a job, it wouldn't be the greatest of jobs; it would be a low income job, probably wage based. Life would be unpleasant.
I watched the video today ( http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/crime/2010/03/15/carroll.juvenile.murder.charge.cnn?hpt=C2 ) to see the updates of the case. In the video, the family of the fiance that died showed no remorse whatsoever for the child. They seem so vengeful. Yes, I understand that two lives were lost and they have every right to be mad and upset. But, it kind of disgusts me how someone can be so vengeful and show so much hatred. On top of that, the poor father. Not only is he trying to cope with losing his fiance and future child, he also is trying to stay a good father and be a support system for his son. Even though this is situation, puts the dad in an awkward position, I think he is doing a fine job of being there for his son. Because if he wasn't there, who would be there for the him?
This crime/situation is just a sad, unfortunate situation in every perspective.
Monday, March 1, 2010
springBREAK
Spring Break is coming up-I know you guys are aware of that fact- and I'm so EXCITED! Not because I have any special plans, but just to have a break. The only crummy thing about breaks is right before it, we all have a buttload of work to do such as studying for exams, writing papers, and etc. But, I'm not here to complain about that; I think having all that work is nice, for a lack of better term, because it makes us more grateful for our breaks(work hard, play hard).
Work that I have this week is:
-Floral Exam (Monday)[done]
-English Rough Draft (Wed.)[still in progress]
-Morality & Justice Paper (Fri.) [still in progress]
Compared to others, I think my workload isn't that bad, if I stick to my plan and not procrastinate.
ANYWHO... I'm really excited for break. I usually don't get this excited, but I'm so PUMPED to go back home and see my family and friends.
Originally, my friend, Kalika (I love her name, it's so unique and fun to say), and I were going to go Myrtle Beach for a week with some of her UVA friends, who are just sweethearts. She said I could invite anyone, but I there wasn't anyone I could really invite. My best friend, Tess, has school that week, so that wasn't an option. And, I usually hang out with guys (they are easier to hang out with- no offense to girls, but they don't gossip or do that chit chat business like the majority of girls I know with the exception of a few); and my guy friends kind of get a little crazy when it comes to beaches and parties... so, that wasn't an option. But, I was totally game to go with her UVA friends and her.
As it turned out, four were able to go (due to parents approval/disapproval) including Kalika and me, which is totally fine because we decided it would be a girls' retreat; plus, we downgraded to a condo instead of a house.
But, then another barrier seemed to arise... we had to be at least 21 to sign for it. None of us are 21. We know people that are 21, but they are guys and after getting HYPED about having a girls' retreat, we kind of didn't want boys to come-no offense to any male readers.
So, Myrtle Beach wasn't an option any more.
As much I wanted to go, I guess it's fine that we aren't going because I get to stay home and hang out with my little brother.
If I went, I would have been gone from Monday to Thursday, which is a big chunk of Spring Break and my brother would have been upset with me that I was gone for so long.
So, everything worked out for the best.
I mean, there is always summer time if we want to go to the beach.
How about you guys... Are you doing anything exciting for Spring Break?
Work that I have this week is:
-Floral Exam (Monday)[done]
-English Rough Draft (Wed.)[still in progress]
-Morality & Justice Paper (Fri.) [still in progress]
Compared to others, I think my workload isn't that bad, if I stick to my plan and not procrastinate.
ANYWHO... I'm really excited for break. I usually don't get this excited, but I'm so PUMPED to go back home and see my family and friends.
Originally, my friend, Kalika (I love her name, it's so unique and fun to say), and I were going to go Myrtle Beach for a week with some of her UVA friends, who are just sweethearts. She said I could invite anyone, but I there wasn't anyone I could really invite. My best friend, Tess, has school that week, so that wasn't an option. And, I usually hang out with guys (they are easier to hang out with- no offense to girls, but they don't gossip or do that chit chat business like the majority of girls I know with the exception of a few); and my guy friends kind of get a little crazy when it comes to beaches and parties... so, that wasn't an option. But, I was totally game to go with her UVA friends and her.
As it turned out, four were able to go (due to parents approval/disapproval) including Kalika and me, which is totally fine because we decided it would be a girls' retreat; plus, we downgraded to a condo instead of a house.
But, then another barrier seemed to arise... we had to be at least 21 to sign for it. None of us are 21. We know people that are 21, but they are guys and after getting HYPED about having a girls' retreat, we kind of didn't want boys to come-no offense to any male readers.
So, Myrtle Beach wasn't an option any more.
As much I wanted to go, I guess it's fine that we aren't going because I get to stay home and hang out with my little brother.
If I went, I would have been gone from Monday to Thursday, which is a big chunk of Spring Break and my brother would have been upset with me that I was gone for so long.
So, everything worked out for the best.
I mean, there is always summer time if we want to go to the beach.
How about you guys... Are you doing anything exciting for Spring Break?
Monday, February 22, 2010
storyTIME
AUDIENCE: college undergraduates/ young adults
CHARACTER: a Starbucks employee
SETTING: bowling alley
DETAILS: a complete love-affair among people who don’t believe in premarital sex
“YES! Another strike! One more and I will have a turkey!” Melinda shrieked filled with excitement.
“Except we’ve been using bumpers the whole time,” Rick flirtatiously teased.
“Oh hush,” Melinda playfully rebutted.
This is Melinda and Rick’s second date. Even though it is only the second date, Melinda and Rick have indescribable chemistry. They could talk to each other forever about absolutely nothing and still believe that was the best conversation they had. The way they talk to each other makes it seem like they knew each other for years even though it has only been two months since they met. This young blooming love started off started when young, naïve Melinda started her first day at Starbucks.
Rick, who was hard-working, driven, polite, and personable, was one of the best employees at Starbucks. The manager told Rick that he would be showing a newbie the ropes.
Melinda, a little clumsy, came in the first day and stumbled over some chairs. This instantly caught Rick’s eyes. He chuckled, but was in awe how Melinda quirkily regained her balance and tried to play it cool after that embarrassing moment.
Finally, as Melinda maneuvered her way to the counter, smiled, and said, “I definitely know how to make an entrance. I’m Melinda, the new employee.”
Rick laughed and thought to himself, 'Not only does she have a cute smile, but she has a sense of humor.'
Rick replied, “Yeah, and you definitely know how to make a lasting impression. I’m Rick. I’ll be showing you the Starbucks’ ways.”
Melinda shadowed Rick all throughout the day. At first, they made some awkward, yet playful small talk. But, eventually they started to chit chat about the most random topics with such ease and comfort. They discovered they had quite a few things in common; actually, they had a lot in common.
After a few weeks of working together, Rick finally got the courage to ask Melinda her number. A few days later, he gathered enough courage to ask her out. Since then, the young love slowly has blossom and continues to do so.
side-note: sorry that this isn't as descriptive or elaborate as intended. I'm on a time crunch.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Stumble Upon
Last week in my bio class, my friend showed me this site called "stumble upon", where you select your interest and then click " the "stumble" button, and then you are taken to sites of your interest. If you like the site, you click the "i like it" button and it will remember the site. And, if you don't like the site, you simply click the "stumble" button and it will take you to a new "stumbled upon" site.
Stumble upon is a fantastic invention. It's my new form of procrastination. And, I don't feel completely terrible procrastinating this way, because I learn new things ( http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/2uKXuA/theoatmeal.com/comics/coffee )and facts instead of going on facebook and blowing up people's walls-don't get me wrong, I still blow up some people's walls, but now with stumbles I came across.
I know this isn't good (procrastinating through stumble); because at one point today, I stumbled upon this game. I played it and wasn't going to give up until I finished. Yeah, that definitely took a chunk of valuable time. ( try it at your own risk: http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1KHNXl/www.nekogames.jp/mt/2008/01/cursor10.html )
But, then are times when I come across some really cool sites/things.
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/18aJ3C/www.break.com/index/mario-theme-played-with-rc-car-and-bottles.html
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1pxwzr/www.youtube.com/watch%253Fv%253DdsU3B0W3TMs
And, there are some funny sites/things I stumble upon.
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/27yOr4/www.allowe.com/Humor/computerenhancers.htm
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1a7xeG/www.break.com/index/toothpaste-art-on-passed-out-people.html
http://www.slightlywarped.com/crapfactory/curiosities/2009/simple_christmas.htm
Along with some cool art.
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/7VkRM0/www.amusingplanet.com/2009/07/flat-streets-of-san-francisco.html
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1rfwj7/www.behance.net/Gallery/See-_-Saw/56191
Even though the games I stumble upon take a good chunk of my time, I still love using stumble upon. It's pretty neat because you never come across the same thing and have something new each time; so, you never get bored. I've showed some of my friends and they enjoy using it whenever they get bored.
But, the only problem now is that I'm never bored and I'm innately opening up stumble upon whenever I open a browser. I am able to close the browser, but there are times where I tell myself, "you can stumble for 5 minutes".... that somehow turns into an hour or more... But, no worries. I will be able to overcome my stumbling ways, hopefully. And, if I have to, I'll just have to keep my internet unplugged when I do my homework, so I'm not tempted.
Stumble upon is a fantastic invention. It's my new form of procrastination. And, I don't feel completely terrible procrastinating this way, because I learn new things ( http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/2uKXuA/theoatmeal.com/comics/coffee )and facts instead of going on facebook and blowing up people's walls-don't get me wrong, I still blow up some people's walls, but now with stumbles I came across.
I know this isn't good (procrastinating through stumble); because at one point today, I stumbled upon this game. I played it and wasn't going to give up until I finished. Yeah, that definitely took a chunk of valuable time. ( try it at your own risk: http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1KHNXl/www.nekogames.jp/mt/2008/01/cursor10.html )
But, then are times when I come across some really cool sites/things.
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/18aJ3C/www.break.com/index/mario-theme-played-with-rc-car-and-bottles.html
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1pxwzr/www.youtube.com/watch%253Fv%253DdsU3B0W3TMs
And, there are some funny sites/things I stumble upon.
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/27yOr4/www.allowe.com/Humor/computerenhancers.htm
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1a7xeG/www.break.com/index/toothpaste-art-on-passed-out-people.html
http://www.slightlywarped.com/crapfactory/curiosities/2009/simple_christmas.htm
Along with some cool art.
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/7VkRM0/www.amusingplanet.com/2009/07/flat-streets-of-san-francisco.html
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1rfwj7/www.behance.net/Gallery/See-_-Saw/56191
Even though the games I stumble upon take a good chunk of my time, I still love using stumble upon. It's pretty neat because you never come across the same thing and have something new each time; so, you never get bored. I've showed some of my friends and they enjoy using it whenever they get bored.
But, the only problem now is that I'm never bored and I'm innately opening up stumble upon whenever I open a browser. I am able to close the browser, but there are times where I tell myself, "you can stumble for 5 minutes".... that somehow turns into an hour or more... But, no worries. I will be able to overcome my stumbling ways, hopefully. And, if I have to, I'll just have to keep my internet unplugged when I do my homework, so I'm not tempted.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Facebook. All of us have one. scratch that. Majority of us have one. When a person states that he or she doesn't have one, a lot of us are surprised. It is just assumed that everyone has a facebook nowadays because it has become such a big aspect in our social life. It is used to network, keep in contacts with old friends, long distant relatives, to plan/coordinate events, to rally people with the same views via groups and so much more.
Facebook has so many settings and aspects that it is versatile for the every day person. But, that's the thing. Facebook is too versatile. It becomes addicting... too addicting for some. There are those people who are on facebook and won't have any activity except for "liking" activities or statuses. There are some who are FarmvilleADDICTS. Facebook has too many possible addictions. It's faceCRACK.
FaceCRACK also makes stalking socially acceptable. FacebookStalking is something the majority of us do and it's "perfectly" fine because everyone does it. But, stalking in real LIFE is ILLEGAL. But, cyber-stalking is okay?
Now, don't get me wrong. I LOVE facebook. I love how I can keep in touch with friends and family. Leave then a message, video, or picture instead of sending an extensive e-mail (like the old days). I think facebook is a marvelous website. But, I feel some people just carried away with it and don't realize it. I'll admit it, I do get carried away to procrastinate homework (which I shouldn't be admitting via blogging for English homework). But, I break out of my trance and stop creeping. But, don't get me wrong. I do LOVE facebook.
Side-note: Sorry if this blog isn't sufficiently opinionated. I am watching the Super Bowl or trying to... And, I'm just trying to knock some homework out of the way because Mondays are so busy for me.
Facebook has so many settings and aspects that it is versatile for the every day person. But, that's the thing. Facebook is too versatile. It becomes addicting... too addicting for some. There are those people who are on facebook and won't have any activity except for "liking" activities or statuses. There are some who are FarmvilleADDICTS. Facebook has too many possible addictions. It's faceCRACK.
FaceCRACK also makes stalking socially acceptable. FacebookStalking is something the majority of us do and it's "perfectly" fine because everyone does it. But, stalking in real LIFE is ILLEGAL. But, cyber-stalking is okay?
Now, don't get me wrong. I LOVE facebook. I love how I can keep in touch with friends and family. Leave then a message, video, or picture instead of sending an extensive e-mail (like the old days). I think facebook is a marvelous website. But, I feel some people just carried away with it and don't realize it. I'll admit it, I do get carried away to procrastinate homework (which I shouldn't be admitting via blogging for English homework). But, I break out of my trance and stop creeping. But, don't get me wrong. I do LOVE facebook.
Side-note: Sorry if this blog isn't sufficiently opinionated. I am watching the Super Bowl or trying to... And, I'm just trying to knock some homework out of the way because Mondays are so busy for me.
Monday, February 1, 2010
"The Tristan Story"
A funny experience that I have encounter over Winter Break 'o9.
I call this "The Tristan Story".
So, my friend Kalika called me one night and was like, "Hey, do you want to go to a party at Anthony's?" And, I was like, "Sure... is it a big party or a little party?" She replied, "Anthony says it supposed to be a party, didn't really specify." Either way I was game.
Kalika and I rolled up with two other mutual friends that went to our high school. We were anticipating it to be a big party. But, when we walked in, we realized it was more of a small get together. Anthony and three other friends. The boy to girl ratio was 1:1. We knew what was up.
When we rolled up, we saw this guy posting up on the pool table in a PNC bank uniform. I mean, I guess that's cool (sarcasm). The kid lived 15 minutes away, he could have went home and changed and come back. Personally, I just wouldn't drink in work clothes.
Later in the night, Anthony was pouring me a drink near the bar where Tristan was. After he finished pouring me the drink, Anthony left. Then Tristan asked something. I knew what he said, but I wasn't a 100% sure and I wanted him to say it again to confirm what I thought he said; so, I simply asked, "What?"
Tristan repeated his question. He asked, "Are you a dike?"
I kid you not, he asked that. I was appalled that he would ask such a question like that. One because I was dressed really cute. And, two, because I'm not. But, I knew this was his way of trying to catch my attention... in a really weird way (he accomplished it alright).
Majority of my friends being guys, I know when guys are trying to get a girl's attention.
I responded, "Really? Is that how you are going to hit on me?"
He replied, "Why do you think I'm hitting on you?"
I asked, "Do you really think I'm a dike?"
He replied, "No."
Few minutes of awkward silence was broken by him asking, "How do you suppose that I pick up a girl?"
I answered, " Well, I don't know. Compliment her. Make her laugh. DON'T insult her."
I left to the bathroom after that. I came back downstairs. Walked by the bar.
Tristan then says, " You're really beautiful you know."
I responded, "Thanks. " I'm already turned off by this guy so anything he says has no effect on me. But, good looks on taking the advice and complimenting the girl.
He then (PREPARE YOURSELF for this next line) said, " You condition and moisturize very well."
I could not help but laugh, but I didn't want to be mean; so, I just said my thanks and smiled and walked away.
Here is my piece of advice to you guys out there. Don't EVER insult a girl by asking she is a dike (being drunk is no excuse). And, just compliment her or make her laugh. Or, otherwise you'll end up like Tristan. Twenty years old with no game.
I call this "The Tristan Story".
So, my friend Kalika called me one night and was like, "Hey, do you want to go to a party at Anthony's?" And, I was like, "Sure... is it a big party or a little party?" She replied, "Anthony says it supposed to be a party, didn't really specify." Either way I was game.
Kalika and I rolled up with two other mutual friends that went to our high school. We were anticipating it to be a big party. But, when we walked in, we realized it was more of a small get together. Anthony and three other friends. The boy to girl ratio was 1:1. We knew what was up.
When we rolled up, we saw this guy posting up on the pool table in a PNC bank uniform. I mean, I guess that's cool (sarcasm). The kid lived 15 minutes away, he could have went home and changed and come back. Personally, I just wouldn't drink in work clothes.
Later in the night, Anthony was pouring me a drink near the bar where Tristan was. After he finished pouring me the drink, Anthony left. Then Tristan asked something. I knew what he said, but I wasn't a 100% sure and I wanted him to say it again to confirm what I thought he said; so, I simply asked, "What?"
Tristan repeated his question. He asked, "Are you a dike?"
I kid you not, he asked that. I was appalled that he would ask such a question like that. One because I was dressed really cute. And, two, because I'm not. But, I knew this was his way of trying to catch my attention... in a really weird way (he accomplished it alright).
Majority of my friends being guys, I know when guys are trying to get a girl's attention.
I responded, "Really? Is that how you are going to hit on me?"
He replied, "Why do you think I'm hitting on you?"
I asked, "Do you really think I'm a dike?"
He replied, "No."
Few minutes of awkward silence was broken by him asking, "How do you suppose that I pick up a girl?"
I answered, " Well, I don't know. Compliment her. Make her laugh. DON'T insult her."
I left to the bathroom after that. I came back downstairs. Walked by the bar.
Tristan then says, " You're really beautiful you know."
I responded, "Thanks. " I'm already turned off by this guy so anything he says has no effect on me. But, good looks on taking the advice and complimenting the girl.
He then (PREPARE YOURSELF for this next line) said, " You condition and moisturize very well."
I could not help but laugh, but I didn't want to be mean; so, I just said my thanks and smiled and walked away.
Here is my piece of advice to you guys out there. Don't EVER insult a girl by asking she is a dike (being drunk is no excuse). And, just compliment her or make her laugh. Or, otherwise you'll end up like Tristan. Twenty years old with no game.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Blogging Epiphany
So, I don't necessarily know what to write... but, I'll go ahead and give this a try (my apologies for starting off with the cliche line of "I don't know what to do, but I'll give it a try"). I'm not going to lie, at first when I read we had to blog, I wasn't necessarily in favor of the idea, just cause the connotation of a "blogger" in society and the way blogging is viewed. (The view of blogging: a place where people complain, moan, and groan about events in their life in which some personal things are posted online that shouldn't be.)
Now, I like to give everything a chance and try it out before making judgments. So, the instant I realized I was jumping to conclusions about blogging, I stepped back and checked myself. I tried to find the good. Yes, it's a way of expressing yourself and voicing your opinion. There's a check for good. No offense to Ms. Julia Tillinghast-Akalin, but it's an easy weekly assignment to write your thoughts and point of views. Another positive check. It's a way of getting to know people. Positive check again. And, by knowing people in class, you'll feel more comfortable talking and participating in class. Another check. Four checks. Four positive things about blogging.
But, some odd reason, I'm still not a fan. Don't get me wrong, I'm definitely open to the idea and think it's smart on Ms. Julia Tillinghast-Akalin's part to have us get to know each other and use modern day technology in the process; but, I'm just not completely supportive of it.
And, it dawned on me today (**EPIPHANY**), why I wasn't 100% supportive of it. It's because I just think interaction should be more personal and face-to-face, if possible. Yes, technology is great, but having one-on-one, face-to-face conversations are better because you hear the tone of their voice, their facial expression, and the way they articulate. Not only can you see and hear the way a person delivers their thoughts and personal stories, but, it just seems a little more real and genuine because that person is deciding to open up to you face-to-face.
But, no worries, I am slowly, but surely warming up to the idea of blogging.
Now, I like to give everything a chance and try it out before making judgments. So, the instant I realized I was jumping to conclusions about blogging, I stepped back and checked myself. I tried to find the good. Yes, it's a way of expressing yourself and voicing your opinion. There's a check for good. No offense to Ms. Julia Tillinghast-Akalin, but it's an easy weekly assignment to write your thoughts and point of views. Another positive check. It's a way of getting to know people. Positive check again. And, by knowing people in class, you'll feel more comfortable talking and participating in class. Another check. Four checks. Four positive things about blogging.
But, some odd reason, I'm still not a fan. Don't get me wrong, I'm definitely open to the idea and think it's smart on Ms. Julia Tillinghast-Akalin's part to have us get to know each other and use modern day technology in the process; but, I'm just not completely supportive of it.
And, it dawned on me today (**EPIPHANY**), why I wasn't 100% supportive of it. It's because I just think interaction should be more personal and face-to-face, if possible. Yes, technology is great, but having one-on-one, face-to-face conversations are better because you hear the tone of their voice, their facial expression, and the way they articulate. Not only can you see and hear the way a person delivers their thoughts and personal stories, but, it just seems a little more real and genuine because that person is deciding to open up to you face-to-face.
But, no worries, I am slowly, but surely warming up to the idea of blogging.
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