Unsuresurprised

I'm surprised yet unsurprised whenever I encounter some 'interesting' situations here, in the U.S. Studying abroad definitely widened my horizon not only in knowledge, but perspectives. I guess what I'm trying to point out is that, culture, is certainly something to be noticed of when you're in a foreign land. 

Just the other day a girl, who I hardly talk to, asked me if I have a girlfriend. Well, of course she did not shoot me that question out of the blue. Before that I was having a conversation with a friend about 'boyfriend' stuffs, which is why she asked me if I have a boyfriend, first, so when I said no, she asked if I have a girlfriend. 

My eyes went wide-open when that was thrown out (I assume that she did not notice my reaction). I was not offended. I was not mad or whatever. It's just that I really did not see that coming. Yep, that's the phrase alright. So it made me wonder, is it cause of me, or her, or is it just the culture here, to just ask such sensitive questions, in a room filled with people, also when the two individuals barely know each other.

Oh but I talked to my friend about and he said it's just her. Hm?

If I could paint a memory

Every day is a day to love and be loved. 

Today, I felt like I was even more closer to home. 
It's the day in your life when you realize and know 
that you really do matter in the lives of others;
that there are people out there who really care for you.

Love is indeed a four letter word. 
Thank you, loves. 

Life is good.

We are family

From the top left : 2008, 2011 ; From the top right : 2012, 2013

Looking at this year's Athlete team just makes me feel so proud of them as now it is their turn to experience the amazing adventure we, as ex-athletes, once had. It's so crazy when I think back through the years, I've been part of it for 5 years. Because of them, my life is filled with memories that makes me smile or even tear up sometimes whenever I think of them. Not all of the days were wonderful as there were days of hardship too, but what I love about those days is that we were all there for each other. Challenging ourselves, pushing to the limit, encouraging one another, and most importantly motivating and helping each other grow. After 5 years of being with the team, I have met incredible people and had the best relationships with friends. I am thankful. No regrets.