Today was a nice break. :)
So I didn't do anything until dinner time - I ate with Chelsie, Josh Shon, and Bacon. :) It's so rare to be with Chelsie and Bacon at the same time so I'm happy! All four of us ordered the same thing - meat jun. LOL! For only $4.99~ definitely Chelsie's kind of restaurant. Dinner was fun! And Josh treated all of us! >_< What a nice guy! さすが Chelsie's best friend! Chelsie and I waited with Bacon for her bus to arrive and I had so much time to kill because Mao says she doesn't get back until 10 PM. *dies* I ate at 6:30 PM... Luckily, Chunnie was working at Nijiya so I visited her there~ I was afraid I was being JAMA so I eventually stepped outside of the store. Her manager is so awesome - I have a puppy crush on him too. :3 Apparently, he had told Chun, "I told your friend you will be working for another hour here." In reality, he hasn't said anything to me and let Chun go earlier than usual because he didn't want to keep me waiting! How cute!!! >3< Apparently, they may be hiring in the winter so I hope I can get a job there! ^^
We headed to Kissaten, where Chun bought yummy lemonade. We chatted on the couch and sat right across a really cute boy. We kept making eye contact with each other (it can't be helped since we're sitting across from each other!) It made me happy. :)
Walking back to the apartment from Ala Moana was a little scary. I called Chun to keep me company as I walked~ it was a good distraction. Chun had said something funny so I exclaimed, "Oh my god, you are sooo cute" at the same time that two creepy guys were walking toward me. They thought I was talking about them and tried to approach me so I quickly ran away haha. She kept me company for a while...to the point that she said, "Sorry Jenna...um, this is awkward but I have to pee." LOLOLOL! I was like, "I'm sorry~ I'll hang up then." And she was like, "Noooo, I'm just giving you a warning in case you hear noise..." LOLOL. She is so cute! >3< We talked until I got to the front door haha. Lemon stopped by and I chatted non-stop to him it was embarassing. I think seeing friends put me in a good mood. :)
Friends really do make all the difference in the world! I was actually starting to feel depressed this afternoon. I wasn't able to pinpoint the reason until later...and it was because of the immense amount of debt and burden I felt toward Lemon. He continues to do so much for me. It would make sense if I was his girlfriend. But I'm not...so it doesn't feel right. And I don't feel right having him do me so many favors...yet, I can't stop him. I only hope he isn't one to play victim. I don't like people who do things for others and then act like victims later - when the others didn't even ask for it! For example, my girlfriend's ex held a grudge against her because he had bought her so many expensive gifts...yet she never asked for them. You can't feel sorry for a guy like that.
Anyway...I like doing things 2-3AM in the morning it seems.
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Monday, August 8, 2011
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Who would have thought I'd go home to relax?
Recap of yesterday: Don Quijote -> Hawaii Club Picnic -> Home -> Ala Moana -> Okonomiyaki Party -> Hawaii Kai Spitting Caves
We have a whopping number of 30 to 40 freshmen this year...as usual, we played some ice breakers. I was paired up with two Iolani boys (who appeared to know each other already and are like best friends). It was the most awkward thing ever. When they asked me what I liked about Willamette, I couldn't even answer them. It was so bad. I had a pretty bad sophomore year so the answer wasn't too obvious to me. My reason for liking Willamette used to be the people, but now all sorts of people there bother me...*COUGHhippiesthatdon'tflushthetoiletsCOUGH* We also did a scavenger hunt. Lemon and Mao left because Mao had an appointment at a beauty salon so I went home to take an hour nap. It was nice.
The haircut was a nice trim and she had gotten rid of her highlights...but I don't think it was worth $120!!! I was shocked. We took her to Ala Moana, but she didn't seem interested in shopping. Purikura was fun.
We also met Lemon's parents that night and had the most legit okonomiyaki party ever. I honestly never liked okonomiyaki and I've had it multiple times - at restaurants, friends making it...me making it. This is the first time I reallyyy enjoyed it. I must have gained another 2 kg that night. They made okonomiyaki Hiroshima style and Osaka style.
The batter included yamaimo - which was a first for me because I've only used flour and egg. They brought the standard yakisoba and also udon to to experiment with... すごくうまあかった！
I also brought papaya and starfruit for Mao...they are exotic fruits to her because they don't have them in Japan! How interesting. By the time we finished eating, it was already 10 PM! And we still went all the way to Hawaii Kai to see the spitting caves!
I really liked Lemon's parents. They're so cool. He acts so annoyed with them that it reminds me of my own family...but I think this must be normal for families, haha.
Today, Mao wants to go to Hanauma Bay with three TIUA and two Willamette students. I took this opportunity to go home and sleep (LOL!) Maybe it's just me being paranoid or thinking too much, but I felt a tension between the three of us. It could just be me who needed a break...
I'm also meeting Chelsie for dinner at Chodang tonight! *excited*
We have a whopping number of 30 to 40 freshmen this year...as usual, we played some ice breakers. I was paired up with two Iolani boys (who appeared to know each other already and are like best friends). It was the most awkward thing ever. When they asked me what I liked about Willamette, I couldn't even answer them. It was so bad. I had a pretty bad sophomore year so the answer wasn't too obvious to me. My reason for liking Willamette used to be the people, but now all sorts of people there bother me...*COUGHhippiesthatdon'tflushthetoiletsCOUGH* We also did a scavenger hunt. Lemon and Mao left because Mao had an appointment at a beauty salon so I went home to take an hour nap. It was nice.
The haircut was a nice trim and she had gotten rid of her highlights...but I don't think it was worth $120!!! I was shocked. We took her to Ala Moana, but she didn't seem interested in shopping. Purikura was fun.
We also met Lemon's parents that night and had the most legit okonomiyaki party ever. I honestly never liked okonomiyaki and I've had it multiple times - at restaurants, friends making it...me making it. This is the first time I reallyyy enjoyed it. I must have gained another 2 kg that night. They made okonomiyaki Hiroshima style and Osaka style.
The batter included yamaimo - which was a first for me because I've only used flour and egg. They brought the standard yakisoba and also udon to to experiment with... すごくうまあかった！
I also brought papaya and starfruit for Mao...they are exotic fruits to her because they don't have them in Japan! How interesting. By the time we finished eating, it was already 10 PM! And we still went all the way to Hawaii Kai to see the spitting caves!
I really liked Lemon's parents. They're so cool. He acts so annoyed with them that it reminds me of my own family...but I think this must be normal for families, haha.
Today, Mao wants to go to Hanauma Bay with three TIUA and two Willamette students. I took this opportunity to go home and sleep (LOL!) Maybe it's just me being paranoid or thinking too much, but I felt a tension between the three of us. It could just be me who needed a break...
I'm also meeting Chelsie for dinner at Chodang tonight! *excited*
Can I split my body into five parts?
Mao is here and I am happy, but I'm also very tired.
I'm torn because there are too many people I need to see and places to be and not enough time.
This is when people say you have to set your priorities straight and decide what you want to do MOST in order...But it's really not an easy decision to make and not so simple when you have other people to consider.
I have an exchange student from China suddenly telling me that he's coming to Hawaii tomorrow. He asked for my phone number because he wanted to hang out with me... the thing is, I barely know him and we barely talked. At the same time, I feel a sort of responsibility because I live here. I can't just leave him hanging by himself.
A college friend wants to go out to dinner tomorrow and introduce me to her best friend. I've heard alot about him for the past year so I am really enthusiastic about finally meeting him... but there is Mao to consider. I would bring her along if she wasn't so against meeting new people. She has expressed clearly that she was uncomfortable with people she didn't know. (I almost felt like I forced her to come to the Hawaii Club picnic today - I was only able to reassure her when I told her that other TIUA students will be there.)
When multiple friends from different groups want to see me on the same day, I consider gathering everyone together. Why don't we ALL eat lunch/dinner together at XX restaurant? However, this might make things awkward since they don't know each other...I don't think they would like it either.
Wednesday may be one of the craziest days. Mao is leaving, I have to work, a high school friend wants to hang out before he leaves for Chicago that week, another high school friend wants to hang out before she leaves for Connecticut, and two college friends from different groups want to hang out before they leave for Oregon that same week. WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO. Can I split my body into five parts?
I'm torn because there are too many people I need to see and places to be and not enough time.
This is when people say you have to set your priorities straight and decide what you want to do MOST in order...But it's really not an easy decision to make and not so simple when you have other people to consider.
I have an exchange student from China suddenly telling me that he's coming to Hawaii tomorrow. He asked for my phone number because he wanted to hang out with me... the thing is, I barely know him and we barely talked. At the same time, I feel a sort of responsibility because I live here. I can't just leave him hanging by himself.
A college friend wants to go out to dinner tomorrow and introduce me to her best friend. I've heard alot about him for the past year so I am really enthusiastic about finally meeting him... but there is Mao to consider. I would bring her along if she wasn't so against meeting new people. She has expressed clearly that she was uncomfortable with people she didn't know. (I almost felt like I forced her to come to the Hawaii Club picnic today - I was only able to reassure her when I told her that other TIUA students will be there.)
When multiple friends from different groups want to see me on the same day, I consider gathering everyone together. Why don't we ALL eat lunch/dinner together at XX restaurant? However, this might make things awkward since they don't know each other...I don't think they would like it either.
Wednesday may be one of the craziest days. Mao is leaving, I have to work, a high school friend wants to hang out before he leaves for Chicago that week, another high school friend wants to hang out before she leaves for Connecticut, and two college friends from different groups want to hang out before they leave for Oregon that same week. WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO. Can I split my body into five parts?
Mao Arrives in Hawaii ☆
Picked Mao up at noon, ate at Jimbo for lunch! Lemon was amused by how excited I was for Jimbo because it is a place he frequents for lunch (I've only been there once!) I ordered the special - tamago bukkake. <3
We went to Toma Karaokeand sang for...three to four hours. Everyone's voice was kind of dying toward the end, but Mao kept going. XD Lemon's bijin mom made a special guest appearance and sang two songs before we left for Senor Frogs in Waikiki, where friends were holding a surprise birthday party for Josh. After a while, Lemon told me that he had to leave to pick up his cousin and eat dinner with him (!!!) and that we don't have to worry because he'll come to pick us up. What kind of BS is that? T_T I thought were going to eat together...he should have told me earlier that he had plans, but he didn't. I knew he did it for me, but how irrational is that?! Grr! We didn't have to come just because I asked.
We drove back to Lemon's house, where Mao and I had fun looking at his baby pictures. I think that was the highlight of my day (besides the amazing lunch haha!) We ended up eating dinner at So Gong Dong because Curry House was full... Lemon is very cute with his cousin, Shane. Mao asked where Lemon's food was because he only ordered a large platter of meat jun and kalbi for Shane. He explained that he would eat only after Shane was done eating - how Chinese!
I grew up hearing this story again and again - how the older brother gave a pear to his little brother...I'm ashamed to say that I don't remember details despite it being drilled into my head at the time (I was a bad student) - but! The point is that the older child takes care of the younger one and makes sure they eat first or eat the larger portion of the food. I started to think that other points of Lemon were Chinese as well - his stubbornness and male pride.
After dinner, I was falling asleep. Well, I was sleepy since we finished karaoke at six - I just wanted to crash and sleep when the night hasn't started yet. I'm such an old lady. -_-;
But we had to go to Walmart because I needed a stupid blow dryer for my hair...When I mentioned wanting to cut it all off because it's 面倒くさい, Lemon said he wouldn't be my friend anymore unless I had cancer, in which case he would be my BEST friend. I picked out a bright pink one because I liked pink and it was the cheapest. Turns out that there is a good reason for the pink - a portion of the proceeds goes to the breast cancer research fund. Win-win situation. Yay! :)
When we got back, I fell asleep on Lemon's bed. I originally planned to sleep on the white bed because I liked sleeping by the window, but his mom instructed me with her large eyes to take YUMA'S bed. (What is that supposed to mean?! Ah!)
Anyway, his mom is crazy, fun, and truly a kind person! I can't get over what a big favor Lemon and his family is doing for me...it's like basically renting a free hotel room, except better because there is free karaoke, free food, and a chauffer thrown in at no extra charge.
When I think about what good friends I have, I feel so incredibly LUCKY. But yesterday made me feel like I truly was the luckiest girl in the entire world. Lemon made me so happy yesterday that I am able to forget all the times I was upset... but he is still a crazy and irrational person so I have to remind myself not to get caught up in all the sweetness.
We went to Toma Karaokeand sang for...three to four hours. Everyone's voice was kind of dying toward the end, but Mao kept going. XD Lemon's bijin mom made a special guest appearance and sang two songs before we left for Senor Frogs in Waikiki, where friends were holding a surprise birthday party for Josh. After a while, Lemon told me that he had to leave to pick up his cousin and eat dinner with him (!!!) and that we don't have to worry because he'll come to pick us up. What kind of BS is that? T_T I thought were going to eat together...he should have told me earlier that he had plans, but he didn't. I knew he did it for me, but how irrational is that?! Grr! We didn't have to come just because I asked.
We drove back to Lemon's house, where Mao and I had fun looking at his baby pictures. I think that was the highlight of my day (besides the amazing lunch haha!) We ended up eating dinner at So Gong Dong because Curry House was full... Lemon is very cute with his cousin, Shane. Mao asked where Lemon's food was because he only ordered a large platter of meat jun and kalbi for Shane. He explained that he would eat only after Shane was done eating - how Chinese!
I grew up hearing this story again and again - how the older brother gave a pear to his little brother...I'm ashamed to say that I don't remember details despite it being drilled into my head at the time (I was a bad student) - but! The point is that the older child takes care of the younger one and makes sure they eat first or eat the larger portion of the food. I started to think that other points of Lemon were Chinese as well - his stubbornness and male pride.
After dinner, I was falling asleep. Well, I was sleepy since we finished karaoke at six - I just wanted to crash and sleep when the night hasn't started yet. I'm such an old lady. -_-;
But we had to go to Walmart because I needed a stupid blow dryer for my hair...When I mentioned wanting to cut it all off because it's 面倒くさい, Lemon said he wouldn't be my friend anymore unless I had cancer, in which case he would be my BEST friend. I picked out a bright pink one because I liked pink and it was the cheapest. Turns out that there is a good reason for the pink - a portion of the proceeds goes to the breast cancer research fund. Win-win situation. Yay! :)
When we got back, I fell asleep on Lemon's bed. I originally planned to sleep on the white bed because I liked sleeping by the window, but his mom instructed me with her large eyes to take YUMA'S bed. (What is that supposed to mean?! Ah!)
Anyway, his mom is crazy, fun, and truly a kind person! I can't get over what a big favor Lemon and his family is doing for me...it's like basically renting a free hotel room, except better because there is free karaoke, free food, and a chauffer thrown in at no extra charge.
When I think about what good friends I have, I feel so incredibly LUCKY. But yesterday made me feel like I truly was the luckiest girl in the entire world. Lemon made me so happy yesterday that I am able to forget all the times I was upset... but he is still a crazy and irrational person so I have to remind myself not to get caught up in all the sweetness.
Friday, July 8, 2011
Dinner at 3PM is my style
Because I worked 10 hours last Friday and 10 hours this past Tuesday, I was able to take the day off today (yay!)
I spent the morning watching random videos (wasting time!) and on the phone with my friend, who is still in Oregon but will be flying back home TOMORROW. I'm really excited because we made plans to visit the Contemporary Art Museum, which I have never visited. I love going to new places! They also happen to be hosting an art festival on the day we plan to meet up (Saturday)! ^__^
I spent the afternoon with my friends over an early dinner at the Yard House in Waikiki. We chose to arrive around 3PM on purpose because we wanted to take advantage of the Happy Hour, lol.
Our waiter was friendly, but it's something that made sense when we discovered the required 18% tip ($25!) we had to pay at the end of our meal. Two of my friends and I ordered iced tea, which turned out to be $3.25! It wasn't even anything special - I could be drinking water. -_-;;; We made sure to get two refills so it's like paying $1 for each glass, lol.
I only ordered a small organic tomato bisque ($4.25) because I had a sore throat and the roof of my mouth was bleeding yesterday... I have no idea why, but it has been in a terrible condition for the last week. I'm not sick because my condition hasn't worsened - but they haven't improved either. ^^; Ahh, I hope it goes away soon!
Although I told myself I shouldn't eat any fried food while I was in such a condition, I couldn't help myself when it comes to calamari:
The calamari here is delicious!!! The breaded panko layer is crispy and the inside is soft. I can only remember having calamari at Genki Sushi and the irs is harder to eat. The soup was too salty for my taste (is it terrible to admit that my school cafeteria actually makes it better?) with a tiny portion that was not worth the price. However, I think I ended up eating more calamari than I should have...nobody else was eating it and I hated seeing food wasted.
Everyone agreed that the dessert was the best part! I had my first crème brûlée, which was topped with caramelized bananas. It's like pudding...flan...custard. My favorite! I love the soft texture and the subtle sweetness!
The bill came out to be $167.07...quite expensive. I paid for it with my card because I never have enough cash, but now I have all this cash from everyone. I have to be careful and wise about this... ^^;
I don't usually like to eat out because I need to save money but when I do, it's always for the company. Whenever a bunch of us can gather and hang out like this, I always feel incredibly LUCKY and SPECIAL. I never take being able to hang out with my friends for granted because they all have such BUSY SCHEDULES. ^^;
After "dinner", Joyce and I just hung around (but didn't buy anything!) and took purikura. It was a nice day!
I spent the morning watching random videos (wasting time!) and on the phone with my friend, who is still in Oregon but will be flying back home TOMORROW. I'm really excited because we made plans to visit the Contemporary Art Museum, which I have never visited. I love going to new places! They also happen to be hosting an art festival on the day we plan to meet up (Saturday)! ^__^
I spent the afternoon with my friends over an early dinner at the Yard House in Waikiki. We chose to arrive around 3PM on purpose because we wanted to take advantage of the Happy Hour, lol.
Our waiter was friendly, but it's something that made sense when we discovered the required 18% tip ($25!) we had to pay at the end of our meal. Two of my friends and I ordered iced tea, which turned out to be $3.25! It wasn't even anything special - I could be drinking water. -_-;;; We made sure to get two refills so it's like paying $1 for each glass, lol.
I only ordered a small organic tomato bisque ($4.25) because I had a sore throat and the roof of my mouth was bleeding yesterday... I have no idea why, but it has been in a terrible condition for the last week. I'm not sick because my condition hasn't worsened - but they haven't improved either. ^^; Ahh, I hope it goes away soon!
Although I told myself I shouldn't eat any fried food while I was in such a condition, I couldn't help myself when it comes to calamari:
The calamari here is delicious!!! The breaded panko layer is crispy and the inside is soft. I can only remember having calamari at Genki Sushi and the irs is harder to eat. The soup was too salty for my taste (is it terrible to admit that my school cafeteria actually makes it better?) with a tiny portion that was not worth the price. However, I think I ended up eating more calamari than I should have...nobody else was eating it and I hated seeing food wasted.
Everyone agreed that the dessert was the best part! I had my first crème brûlée, which was topped with caramelized bananas. It's like pudding...flan...custard. My favorite! I love the soft texture and the subtle sweetness!
The bill came out to be $167.07...quite expensive. I paid for it with my card because I never have enough cash, but now I have all this cash from everyone. I have to be careful and wise about this... ^^;
I don't usually like to eat out because I need to save money but when I do, it's always for the company. Whenever a bunch of us can gather and hang out like this, I always feel incredibly LUCKY and SPECIAL. I never take being able to hang out with my friends for granted because they all have such BUSY SCHEDULES. ^^;
After "dinner", Joyce and I just hung around (but didn't buy anything!) and took purikura. It was a nice day!
Sunday, July 3, 2011
North Shore
This past Friday, I hopped on a Japanese-only North Shore tour for a photoshoot at work. The tour was smaller than I thought and consisted of nine people (including myself, Masa the tour operator, and my co-worker Yunmi.) It was apparently off-season since summer break doesn't start until JULY for the Japanese (I feel so lucky!) Everyone was kind but treated me like an alien because I could speak Japanese (haha!) I had to explain to everyone that I was born and raised in Hawaii. Wherever I go, I always have to explain that I am an American. I guess it's not obvious. Perhaps I need to tan.
This guy went on the North Shore tour with his family. Most old people have serious faces, but he was always smiling. When we ate lunch at Fumi's Kahuku Shrimp Truck, I saw him share his food with his wife. He is very sweet. <3 I want to have that kind of relationship when I'm that old, haha. Although he couldn't speak a word of English, he still spoke to me (in Japanese only) and I was impressed because most people are shy and don't even try to speak to someone not from Japan. He told me that he was from Matsumoto (松本市) in Nagano Prefecture (長野県). At the end of the trip, I was a little sad with the thought that I probably won't see him again. I was touched by his kindness.
I tried Matsumoto Shave Ice for the first time.
And I call myself a local?
I know, I know.
There's always that crazy long line. I hate long lines. But I waited this time...and discovered why it's so popular! It's cheap, the ice doesn't melt too fast, and the small is like a large for me! I ordered the sour li hing mui, green tea, and lemonade with azuki red beans. I didn't care too much for the green tea and lemonade, but the sour li hing mui was amazing!
Does anyone have any recommendations for what flavors to try next time? ^^
The trip was interesting but very exhausting. After eight hours of NIHONGO, I really just wanted to find someone who could speak English.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Sleeping and eating...
Ok, so this fatigue I've been experiencing since the start of this week is getting a little ridiculous! I wake up at 7am, work until 1pm, eat lunch, and then collapse into bed for a 3 hour heavy coma-like nap. I don't wake up until someone calls me for dinner. What is this nonsense?! One would think that I would feel refreshed and energized after such a generous nap, but I still feel exhausted the rest of the night. I even go to bed before midnight (about 4 hours earlier than usual!) so it's not because I sleep late. Maybe my body is finally starting to catch up on the all the lack of sleep during the school year?
But sleep is a good thing right? I've been getting about 10+ hours a day. Most people are satisfied with 7 hours, but I've learned that the perfect amount of sleep for me is 8-9 hours. It's not so little that I want to sleep more and not so much that I feel tired waking up.
I guess I feel regretful that time is slipping away without my having done much. >__< Last week, I only worked 3 hours a day so I was able to eat out and hang out with friends every single day. As a result, I've lost money and gained weight in return. I like the weight gain in certain places and not others...hahaha! ^^ It's horrifying how much money I've spent on food alone. I vowed that I would start making my own lunch everyday starting...today! ^^
Today's lunch:
There are somen noodles on the bottom, but you can't see them because the toppings overwhelm, haha.
But sleep is a good thing right? I've been getting about 10+ hours a day. Most people are satisfied with 7 hours, but I've learned that the perfect amount of sleep for me is 8-9 hours. It's not so little that I want to sleep more and not so much that I feel tired waking up.
I guess I feel regretful that time is slipping away without my having done much. >__< Last week, I only worked 3 hours a day so I was able to eat out and hang out with friends every single day. As a result, I've lost money and gained weight in return. I like the weight gain in certain places and not others...hahaha! ^^ It's horrifying how much money I've spent on food alone. I vowed that I would start making my own lunch everyday starting...today! ^^
Today's lunch:
There are somen noodles on the bottom, but you can't see them because the toppings overwhelm, haha.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Two Weeks into Summer 2011
So the first day of work wasn't that big of a deal. I was given mundane tasks - such as sticking labels on magazines and keeping a record of our clients on Microsoft Excel. My manager says that with this done, we can start afresh tomorrow (yippee?) I say she is my manager, but in reality she is only a few years older than me. Doesn't the word manager just make you think oldddd though? I pictured a middle-aged woman. I didn't mind the work she gave me because I like to think that you have to start small if you want to learn and get somewhere (eventually). The fact that she herself had to do this before I came along also comforted me, hehe. ^^ I hope to do exciting things soon!
After work, I waited for all of my friends at the bus stop because we all arranged to have a lunch date! <3 I had originally planned to meet one friend, but the number kept increasing (to almost about 12 people!) I was worried that there wouldn't be enough seating in the tiny crepe house as originally planned, especially after my sister warned me that it gets busy during lunch hour!
At the bus stop, a guy started to strike up a conversation with me!
I was waiting for the conversation to die down, as they normally do among strangers, but he kept asking question after question. I realized he was trying really hard to keep up the conversation and I wasn't helping. ^^; I was sneaky and pretended to play with my phone to avoid awkward conversation, but he was oblivious and continued talking to me, lol! He asked me if I was going to school here, what I was studying, etc. When I told him that I was an art major and that I loved doing portraits, he asked if I could do a portrait of him. Honestly, I don't think I would mind because he's very good looking with beautiful hazel eyes.
I responded, "Maybe I'll draw you if I see you next time."
He replied coolly, "Oh, I'm pretty sure we'll see each other often. I leave in August too."
(Wait - how did he know? I never told him...but I guess it's easy assumption to make. But why does he seem so certain we'll meet again?)
He told me that he was from Florida and that he was here as an intern for Hawaiian Airlines! He also said that he noticed me earlier and wanted to give me his umbrella because I looked so scared of the rain. LOL! He offered me his umbrella, saying that he didn't use it anyway! I cut our conversation short when I told him that my friends were already on the bus waiting for me.
I am usually very wary when talking to strangers because I live in the dangerous part of town. I hope he is the friendly guy that I think he is because he knows where I go to school and how old I am. I don't know anything about him because I didn't ask. However, it was very refreshing to talk to someone new! I wonder if I'll see him again?
I ended up seeing five of my friends for lunch - my sister also came to join us!
It was a pretty big group, so I didn't really get to do the catching up that I had planned. I learned that it's more difficult for me to talk to big groups and that I enjoy talking to people one-on one. This may be why I feel more comfortable at intimate parties rather than big parties...
I ordered the veggie crepe ($6)! It had a chock full of spinach, which I love, but I would have preferred it to be cooked spinach as opposed to raw. I dislike raw vegetables - they make me feel like a rabbit. I want to come back and order a sweet crepe! ^^
I rested at home for a bit before doing a little job hunting.
Why is it so difficult to find a job? >_<
If I can't find one, I should be using the time to work on improving various skills I have...studying, for instance.
Ahaha...I need discipline!!!
On a random note (wow, this is getting long!) I have started reading books again!
Yayyyy! I visited the library this past Saturday and it was actually open for once (the past three times I visited was a big fail). Although I read at school, I feel like I haven't read since forever because they weren't reading for enjoyment. I also missed manga. <3 I am currently reading the novel The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger .
I love a good love story and I wanted to read the book before I watched the movie. ^^
After work, I waited for all of my friends at the bus stop because we all arranged to have a lunch date! <3 I had originally planned to meet one friend, but the number kept increasing (to almost about 12 people!) I was worried that there wouldn't be enough seating in the tiny crepe house as originally planned, especially after my sister warned me that it gets busy during lunch hour!
At the bus stop, a guy started to strike up a conversation with me!
I was waiting for the conversation to die down, as they normally do among strangers, but he kept asking question after question. I realized he was trying really hard to keep up the conversation and I wasn't helping. ^^; I was sneaky and pretended to play with my phone to avoid awkward conversation, but he was oblivious and continued talking to me, lol! He asked me if I was going to school here, what I was studying, etc. When I told him that I was an art major and that I loved doing portraits, he asked if I could do a portrait of him. Honestly, I don't think I would mind because he's very good looking with beautiful hazel eyes.
I responded, "Maybe I'll draw you if I see you next time."
He replied coolly, "Oh, I'm pretty sure we'll see each other often. I leave in August too."
(Wait - how did he know? I never told him...but I guess it's easy assumption to make. But why does he seem so certain we'll meet again?)
He told me that he was from Florida and that he was here as an intern for Hawaiian Airlines! He also said that he noticed me earlier and wanted to give me his umbrella because I looked so scared of the rain. LOL! He offered me his umbrella, saying that he didn't use it anyway! I cut our conversation short when I told him that my friends were already on the bus waiting for me.
I am usually very wary when talking to strangers because I live in the dangerous part of town. I hope he is the friendly guy that I think he is because he knows where I go to school and how old I am. I don't know anything about him because I didn't ask. However, it was very refreshing to talk to someone new! I wonder if I'll see him again?
I ended up seeing five of my friends for lunch - my sister also came to join us!
It was a pretty big group, so I didn't really get to do the catching up that I had planned. I learned that it's more difficult for me to talk to big groups and that I enjoy talking to people one-on one. This may be why I feel more comfortable at intimate parties rather than big parties...
I ordered the veggie crepe ($6)! It had a chock full of spinach, which I love, but I would have preferred it to be cooked spinach as opposed to raw. I dislike raw vegetables - they make me feel like a rabbit. I want to come back and order a sweet crepe! ^^
I rested at home for a bit before doing a little job hunting.
Why is it so difficult to find a job? >_<
If I can't find one, I should be using the time to work on improving various skills I have...studying, for instance.
Ahaha...I need discipline!!!
On a random note (wow, this is getting long!) I have started reading books again!
Yayyyy! I visited the library this past Saturday and it was actually open for once (the past three times I visited was a big fail). Although I read at school, I feel like I haven't read since forever because they weren't reading for enjoyment. I also missed manga. <3 I am currently reading the novel The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger .
I love a good love story and I wanted to read the book before I watched the movie. ^^
Monday, August 23, 2010
End of Summer
Currently, I am happily riding on the HUT shuttle on my way from the Portland airport to Salem. I had missed my earlier 6:45am reservation and is late for work (!!!) but I hope I will be forgiven. I am so happy that the HUT has Wi-fi! ^^ So this is just a blah blah post to pass time because I'm going to be here for an hour...
It's weird to finally be back after three months. This was the longest summer vacation I've had in my entire life~ I learned and experienced new things (such as taking Korean class for one month, working part-time at a bakery, learning how to drive and swim) and also did nothing at the same time (literally lying around the living room being bored). I had an ample amount of time to do both! It was really nice! ^^
I had so much fun seeing my old high school friends and also my university friends. <3 Many people have told me that they want to go back to school already, but I wasn't as eager as them...the reason being that I just know my brain has turned into complete mush (my sister might argue that it has always been mush so nothing changed). XP But I digress! I was ready to go back on the day I was leaving so...it worked out perfectly! I was supposed to see my friends one last time this past Saturday night, but felt too down to go out. I didn't do much besides pack, which I finished quickly. Just sat on my lazy butt waiting for my flight. Hahaha.
My flight was surprisingly fairly pleasant, considering that it was Delta. No complaints. Yay!
I had many other things I wanted to say, but now that I have my laptop open, I can't remember! Hahahaha. Maybe later!
It's weird to finally be back after three months. This was the longest summer vacation I've had in my entire life~ I learned and experienced new things (such as taking Korean class for one month, working part-time at a bakery, learning how to drive and swim) and also did nothing at the same time (literally lying around the living room being bored). I had an ample amount of time to do both! It was really nice! ^^
I had so much fun seeing my old high school friends and also my university friends. <3 Many people have told me that they want to go back to school already, but I wasn't as eager as them...the reason being that I just know my brain has turned into complete mush (my sister might argue that it has always been mush so nothing changed). XP But I digress! I was ready to go back on the day I was leaving so...it worked out perfectly! I was supposed to see my friends one last time this past Saturday night, but felt too down to go out. I didn't do much besides pack, which I finished quickly. Just sat on my lazy butt waiting for my flight. Hahaha.
My flight was surprisingly fairly pleasant, considering that it was Delta. No complaints. Yay!
I had many other things I wanted to say, but now that I have my laptop open, I can't remember! Hahahaha. Maybe later!
Thursday, July 29, 2010
I find that when I eat less, I don't have tummy troubles. I need to remember this and control myself when I see food (the way I eat at home...one might think I'm a starving stray cat who hasn't eaten for weeks or something!) I don't know why it's so difficult for me to find that balance. I really love my rice, so sometimes I go overboard. The portions at restaurants are never right for me - I always want more rice and less of whatever it came with. But I've been experimenting by eating less rice these past few weeks. I am wondering if white rice is the cause of my chronic pain but I hope not! Instead of rice, I eat noodles. I will never be able to stop eating carbs. :)
I've also surprised myself by doing less shopping! At first, it was something I could not help since I removed all of my debit cards from my wallet. Cash runs fast and I would feel frustrated not having enough money. I'd always think, "I'll come back and buy this when I have the money..." but so far, I haven't. Meaning the item won't be missed because it wasn't important enough for me to come back and get it! :) If I love it enough, I will find a way to get it somehow... I wish I didn't like frivolous things like magazines. XD
Anyway, I seriously can't believe it's almost the end of July! Noo...
I've also surprised myself by doing less shopping! At first, it was something I could not help since I removed all of my debit cards from my wallet. Cash runs fast and I would feel frustrated not having enough money. I'd always think, "I'll come back and buy this when I have the money..." but so far, I haven't. Meaning the item won't be missed because it wasn't important enough for me to come back and get it! :) If I love it enough, I will find a way to get it somehow... I wish I didn't like frivolous things like magazines. XD
Anyway, I seriously can't believe it's almost the end of July! Noo...
Monday, July 19, 2010
So much time...
Wow...I have nothing better to do with my time than make stickers and blog about them.
Is it sad?
Friday, July 16, 2010
Satisfied
Today, I revisited the boutiques (that I blogged about previous post) with another friend. I tried on some clothes and they were cute, but I was able to resist them. I also reconsidered the rainboots. But I did leave the store with a new phone charm:
CRAYON SHINCHAN = BEST ANIME EVER. I don't care what others say about the series. I grew up watching this and I miss it so much. Last week, I spotted two Crayon Shinchan phone charms at Shirokiya but gave them to my brother and sister because I am a very generous person. Now I have one too! How can anyone resist those thick caterpillar eyebrows? It doesn't match my elephant charm though. Oh well. XD
I almost forgot where Marqet was...but I thought long and hard and realized that it was across the DFS Galleria.
AND I BOUGHT MY FIRST PAIR OF SUNGLASSES.
The reason why I never owned a pair until now is because I've always had a difficult time finding one with the right fit. The size of my head is an issue - when I buy glasses, I always have to head to the children's section. Or else have the adult-sized ones adjusted. Frankly, it's quite embarrassing. But these glasses surprised me because they fit me perfectly! I also love the shape and color. Triple wins! Yay!
I feel very happy with this shopping trip. I didn't give in to temptation and I got what I wanted. So happy...
I've been working on a new mini art project...drawing stickers! I'll let you guys see them next time. ^^
CRAYON SHINCHAN = BEST ANIME EVER. I don't care what others say about the series. I grew up watching this and I miss it so much. Last week, I spotted two Crayon Shinchan phone charms at Shirokiya but gave them to my brother and sister because I am a very generous person. Now I have one too! How can anyone resist those thick caterpillar eyebrows? It doesn't match my elephant charm though. Oh well. XD
I almost forgot where Marqet was...but I thought long and hard and realized that it was across the DFS Galleria.
AND I BOUGHT MY FIRST PAIR OF SUNGLASSES.
The reason why I never owned a pair until now is because I've always had a difficult time finding one with the right fit. The size of my head is an issue - when I buy glasses, I always have to head to the children's section. Or else have the adult-sized ones adjusted. Frankly, it's quite embarrassing. But these glasses surprised me because they fit me perfectly! I also love the shape and color. Triple wins! Yay!
I feel very happy with this shopping trip. I didn't give in to temptation and I got what I wanted. So happy...
I've been working on a new mini art project...drawing stickers! I'll let you guys see them next time. ^^
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Yay for Picture Posts (finally!)
First things first! The Olympus PEN E-PL1 that I ordered came in last week Friday! Woot! I was without a camera for three months now. I don't know how I managed to survive during that time. My new camera is alot bigger than I imagined it, but I can't wait to learn how to use it. I originally planned to purchase a DSLR, but stumbled upon Micro Four Third cameras during my search for one. I liked the idea of a compact camera that has the ability to take pictures of DSLR quality. I really actually wanted the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 but that's another $200 I can't afford.
I played with it for the first time yesterday on a Waikiki outing with a friend who just came back from Japan. I've never enjoyed Waikiki as much as I did yesterday! She introduced me to some of her favorite boutiques and I would have spent a fortune if I hadn't "accidently" left my debit card at home (I only had $12 cash on me).
I think I'm coming back for this. After all, rain boots are necessary for Oregon weather. I mean, I need this. It was very comfortable and I love the design.
Vintage suitcases for those who want to travel in style! I took this picture right before I saw the sign forbidding it. Oops...
There are many shops and stands selling tacky merchandise and Aloha wear in Waikiki, but this really caught my eye for some reason. I really like the color and the seashell motif. :)
For lunch, she took me to Kokoro Tei, a cute little bento shop tucked away on Kuhio Avenue, catered mostly to the Japanese. I was surprised by the affordable prices (because most people think expensive when they think Japanese). I knew I had to eat more healthy so I ordered the "Shake Salad," which consisted of watercress, seaweed, (imitation?) crab, and cherry tomatoes with vinegar dressing.
I ate 2/3 of this. I guess I really just don't do salads.
I also ordered custard pudding, which was sooooo soft. <3 The caramel sauce was a little too sweet for me, but I'm glad I tried it! I am definitely coming back and ordering a bento!
We also had some delicious takoyaki at a takoyaki shop a few doors down.
Food heaven.
I really need to earn some more money so I can go shopping!!! >3<
Monday, July 5, 2010
@ Work
I fumbled a few times at work but the customers tonight were so nice and forgiving!
It made me very happy! <3
It made me very happy! <3
Saturday, July 3, 2010
North Shore Trip
Today, I went to the North Shore with my bestie Kayla and her parents. <3 I had slept over Friday night so we could leave in the morning~ I consider this my first time because I've only gone to that side of the island to visit Camp Erdman and the Polynesian Cultural Center, but never the beach or Haleiwa. It was my first time just lying on the beach and tanning for several hours. I did get darker, but I applied sunscreen unevenly so my tan looks bad. >_<;
We were going to leave after the beach, but I needed to use the restroom, so we ended up doing some unintentional shopping! First, we stopped by Aoki's Shave Ice, where I got the Local Mix (pineapple, mango, li hing mui) with azuki beans. It melted too fast for me. ^^; Then we explored some shops~ which I found pretty interesting. I bought a really cute pair of shorts for $23.
We were going to leave after the beach, but I needed to use the restroom, so we ended up doing some unintentional shopping! First, we stopped by Aoki's Shave Ice, where I got the Local Mix (pineapple, mango, li hing mui) with azuki beans. It melted too fast for me. ^^; Then we explored some shops~ which I found pretty interesting. I bought a really cute pair of shorts for $23.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Full Days
So I've been going to school in the mornings and working nights for these past two days without any stops for rest. I even reserve bus rides for finishing homework. It's pretty exhausting but somehow satisfying at the same time.
I can take it easy for the rest of the week since I don't work - but I do wish I had more hours because I need the $$$. I calculated the amount I would earn before summer's over and it doesn't even come up to $1000.
I miss my camera so much.
I want to take pictures!
I can take it easy for the rest of the week since I don't work - but I do wish I had more hours because I need the $$$. I calculated the amount I would earn before summer's over and it doesn't even come up to $1000.
I miss my camera so much.
I want to take pictures!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Not really an update...
It's true when people say it's a small world...or, that Hawaii is a small place. I end up seeing people I know almost everyday. ^_^ (Or finding out that you had connections with people you just met!)
I can't believe a month passed since I returned from Oregon. Many don't understand why I'm taking classes during the summer, but school actually saved me. You might imagine that spending a summer in Hawaii entails me playing at the beach with friends...but the truth is, I don't see my friends that often.
We have schedule conflicts and everyone has other priorities - work, school, boyfriends. I didn't expect much because it was the same when I came back for winter vacation. And I'm not complaining either because I'm perfectly content right now. School is so much fun and although the teacher sometimes spoils us a little too much, I'm glad that I don't have the same stress I had during the normal school year. But I also get a little lazy...:P I really want to take the second session in July, but one session is already very expensive. I can't afford to continue. It makes me sad.
I can't wait to start work and start making some $$$!!! I am receiving much less financial aid this year. >_< I tried to sell things on eBay, but I only sold two items and made $1.42 total. Lame.
I feel guilty for having materialistic desires...
On a side note, I finally got to try out the Korean dramas I've been wanting to see but never had the time for:
Cinderella's Sister
The reason: Chun Jung Myun and Ok Taecyon. But the drama nearly killed me. I started watching it with Kayla during our sleepover - we saw four episodes that night and one more the next morning...it was too much angst, screaming, tears, and silent stares. Frankly, the plot isn't that interesting. I couldn't stand the two main girls. (I swear I like the guys better because their characters were not irritating - not because they're pretty. XP) But for some reason, the mini marathon made me a little crazy. I ended up finishing the drama by reading recaps of the drama from Dramabeans. The recaps are very interesting and provide some pretty deep insights (it makes me wonder if the writer or actors even thought that far...) I was glad I did this because this drama just drags onnnnn... and I was only interested in scenes when something exciting happens.
A Man Called God
The reason: Hawaii! It's funny to see the drama take place at home. But this drama is too much. Just watch the first episode and you'll understand. D:
Mom left for China. I am worried about her because 1) She did not say good-bye and 2) She was crying hysterically the night before she left. I was a little shocked when I woke up and discovered that she was gone. I want to scold her a little. :(
It's sad to say that the house is actually very peaceful without her. I've started cooking dinner! Yesterday, I made a classic Cantonese dish: Chicken with cream of corn. I also added potatoes~ very healthy. (My brother and dad didn't eat much of it.) Tonight, I made oyako donburi and miso vegetable soup. I was glad to cook because it gave me an excuse to get off my fat butt. I've been sitting in front of my laptop for four hours straight. It feels lousy.
Tonight, I should study...:)
I can't believe a month passed since I returned from Oregon. Many don't understand why I'm taking classes during the summer, but school actually saved me. You might imagine that spending a summer in Hawaii entails me playing at the beach with friends...but the truth is, I don't see my friends that often.
We have schedule conflicts and everyone has other priorities - work, school, boyfriends. I didn't expect much because it was the same when I came back for winter vacation. And I'm not complaining either because I'm perfectly content right now. School is so much fun and although the teacher sometimes spoils us a little too much, I'm glad that I don't have the same stress I had during the normal school year. But I also get a little lazy...:P I really want to take the second session in July, but one session is already very expensive. I can't afford to continue. It makes me sad.
I can't wait to start work and start making some $$$!!! I am receiving much less financial aid this year. >_< I tried to sell things on eBay, but I only sold two items and made $1.42 total. Lame.
I feel guilty for having materialistic desires...
On a side note, I finally got to try out the Korean dramas I've been wanting to see but never had the time for:
Cinderella's Sister
The reason: Chun Jung Myun and Ok Taecyon. But the drama nearly killed me. I started watching it with Kayla during our sleepover - we saw four episodes that night and one more the next morning...it was too much angst, screaming, tears, and silent stares. Frankly, the plot isn't that interesting. I couldn't stand the two main girls. (I swear I like the guys better because their characters were not irritating - not because they're pretty. XP) But for some reason, the mini marathon made me a little crazy. I ended up finishing the drama by reading recaps of the drama from Dramabeans. The recaps are very interesting and provide some pretty deep insights (it makes me wonder if the writer or actors even thought that far...) I was glad I did this because this drama just drags onnnnn... and I was only interested in scenes when something exciting happens.
A Man Called God
The reason: Hawaii! It's funny to see the drama take place at home. But this drama is too much. Just watch the first episode and you'll understand. D:
Mom left for China. I am worried about her because 1) She did not say good-bye and 2) She was crying hysterically the night before she left. I was a little shocked when I woke up and discovered that she was gone. I want to scold her a little. :(
It's sad to say that the house is actually very peaceful without her. I've started cooking dinner! Yesterday, I made a classic Cantonese dish: Chicken with cream of corn. I also added potatoes~ very healthy. (My brother and dad didn't eat much of it.) Tonight, I made oyako donburi and miso vegetable soup. I was glad to cook because it gave me an excuse to get off my fat butt. I've been sitting in front of my laptop for four hours straight. It feels lousy.
Tonight, I should study...:)
Monday, May 24, 2010
First Day of School
Funny because it happened the day after my baby brother just finished school. XD
I was a little nervous, but it's pretty cool so far! The teacher is really young, pretty, sweet, and extremely FOB. She can't really speak English - it always has to be mixed with some Korean words. But I think it's for the better because it forces us students to pick up the language faster and learn from it. :P
We began the class with her blasting kdrama pop music from Youtube (an OST song from Boys Over Flowers) and watching a video of random clips from Full House. Because she is young, she is inexperienced...but I can tell that she tries her best to make class fun. ^^ We went over the syllabus, where I learned that if you turn in late homework, you have to provide snacks for everyone in class. Throughout the semester, she will have us take turns playing a Korean song from Youtube during 'breaks.' I know I'll have a lot of songs to share with everyone haha...
The teacher also asked the class the reason why people were taking this class and they said stuff like, "My mom is making me," and "I needed a summer class to take." (Like omg. And I'm taking this class for pure enjoyment...) The teacher was like, "Aren't you guys taking this class because you have some interest in Korea? I know some people want to take this class because they like Super Junior or Dong Bang Shin Gi..."
(Kyahh, but I will never admit it. ^.~)
I bumped into two of my friends before class. One of them was surprised and asked me, "What are you doing here?"
"I'm taking class."
She looked at me incredulously, "Aren't you going to enjoy your summer?"
LOL, but I am...>>; Haha... and anyway, I can say the same for her since we met each other at the bookstore buying textbooks. XP
I know that the hardest part about learning Korean is getting familiar with the alphabet...but I can do it! ^o^
After class, I hung out with my friends at Satura Cake togossip talk because we had a lot of catching up to do! ^^
I ate so much junk food/dessert today again...so bad.
Sweet stuff in the morning, then frozen yogurt, then azuki danish (I couldn't resist anything azuki even though it didn't have much azuki) and NY cheesecake from Satura Cake. It's all very delicious but...! XD
I was a little nervous, but it's pretty cool so far! The teacher is really young, pretty, sweet, and extremely FOB. She can't really speak English - it always has to be mixed with some Korean words. But I think it's for the better because it forces us students to pick up the language faster and learn from it. :P
We began the class with her blasting kdrama pop music from Youtube (an OST song from Boys Over Flowers) and watching a video of random clips from Full House. Because she is young, she is inexperienced...but I can tell that she tries her best to make class fun. ^^ We went over the syllabus, where I learned that if you turn in late homework, you have to provide snacks for everyone in class. Throughout the semester, she will have us take turns playing a Korean song from Youtube during 'breaks.' I know I'll have a lot of songs to share with everyone haha...
The teacher also asked the class the reason why people were taking this class and they said stuff like, "My mom is making me," and "I needed a summer class to take." (Like omg. And I'm taking this class for pure enjoyment...) The teacher was like, "Aren't you guys taking this class because you have some interest in Korea? I know some people want to take this class because they like Super Junior or Dong Bang Shin Gi..."
(Kyahh, but I will never admit it. ^.~)
I bumped into two of my friends before class. One of them was surprised and asked me, "What are you doing here?"
"I'm taking class."
She looked at me incredulously, "Aren't you going to enjoy your summer?"
LOL, but I am...>>; Haha... and anyway, I can say the same for her since we met each other at the bookstore buying textbooks. XP
I know that the hardest part about learning Korean is getting familiar with the alphabet...but I can do it! ^o^
After class, I hung out with my friends at Satura Cake to
I ate so much junk food/dessert today again...so bad.
Sweet stuff in the morning, then frozen yogurt, then azuki danish (I couldn't resist anything azuki even though it didn't have much azuki) and NY cheesecake from Satura Cake. It's all very delicious but...! XD
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Aloha From the Top of the World
Today, I went hiking at Makapu'u! The hike was easy, windy, and so much fun!
Not to mention...the view was beautiful~ *o*
There was one tree, among the field of dead ones, that bloomed red flowers.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Recently
These past few days have been so lax that I feel guilty. I'm so used to being stressed and not having enough time to do everything... but now, I have no obligations to do anything! :O I have to remind myself that this is what a 'vacation' is all about...I went shopping, watched dramas, read manga, played around Waikiki till 1am, and relaxed in the Marriott pool and hot tub. I also did my share of lying around at home, studying (because I have nothing better to do! XP)
I even had time to do some grocery shopping...and time to do laundry the old-fashioned way (stomping on clothes with running hot water + soap.) And had a late dim sum lunch with my mother (miraculously, we did not get into a huge argument!)
Surprisingly, I did not get a chance to hang out with my friends here yet (except for that one shopping trip)~ it has only been with my friends at Willamette. >.< I was free today, but I think everyone else had plans. I ended up spending the entire day reading the driver's manual. It was SO BORING but I was determined to read the entire book and answer all 171 practice questions in the back. I only took a half hour break for an episode of Friends and voilà! I finally finished around 2pm! It took great discipline! I heard that my little brother did not have the patience for the book~ but I have a feeling that he will make a better driver than me anyway. It makes me feel a bit sad knowing that I always have to put in that extra effort while others breeze past~ Everyone keeps telling me that it's common sense but I actually had a difficult time with the questions. Unfortunately, I do not have a very logical brain. ^^;
After finishing the driver's manual, I continued studying Japanese and going over the chapters that were not covered in class. I am on a chapter about asking and giving directions so I had to look at more maps and signs. UGH. I felt like I was done with this after closing the driver's manual! XP I can't tell directions to save my life (IN ENGLISH) so I don't know why I'm trying to teach myself this in Japanese. It was very confusing, but I managed to make it through half a chapter. ^^
But enough lying around! I start summer school next week! D:
I even had time to do some grocery shopping...and time to do laundry the old-fashioned way (stomping on clothes with running hot water + soap.) And had a late dim sum lunch with my mother (miraculously, we did not get into a huge argument!)
Surprisingly, I did not get a chance to hang out with my friends here yet (except for that one shopping trip)~ it has only been with my friends at Willamette. >.< I was free today, but I think everyone else had plans. I ended up spending the entire day reading the driver's manual. It was SO BORING but I was determined to read the entire book and answer all 171 practice questions in the back. I only took a half hour break for an episode of Friends and voilà! I finally finished around 2pm! It took great discipline! I heard that my little brother did not have the patience for the book~ but I have a feeling that he will make a better driver than me anyway. It makes me feel a bit sad knowing that I always have to put in that extra effort while others breeze past~ Everyone keeps telling me that it's common sense but I actually had a difficult time with the questions. Unfortunately, I do not have a very logical brain. ^^;
After finishing the driver's manual, I continued studying Japanese and going over the chapters that were not covered in class. I am on a chapter about asking and giving directions so I had to look at more maps and signs. UGH. I felt like I was done with this after closing the driver's manual! XP I can't tell directions to save my life (IN ENGLISH) so I don't know why I'm trying to teach myself this in Japanese. It was very confusing, but I managed to make it through half a chapter. ^^
But enough lying around! I start summer school next week! D:
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