Pocketless

Second week in Spring Quarter, still not getting my days right.

I left my phone in the recreation centre's restroom. I only realize it when I got back to my room, so I biked all the way back there to look for it. Unfortunately, the front desk attendants did not receive any. Ended up biking really slowly back to my dorm, got cut by all the fast and moderate bikers, but it didn't matter to me at all. Once I got back, I knocked on Rachel's door, first thing she said, "I have your phone." 

I had to attend a talk just now. Once my friend and I found seats, we just started talking. Then, there was an announcement. Both of us weren't paying attention to it, but because of his not-so-fluent in pronouncing Chinese names, it caught my attention. He then repeated my name. "Your card is with me." Ohmygosh. 

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. 

It is home.

My remarkable trip to Mount Kinabalu

All the while, I've been dreaming of traveling around the world. It wasn't just for the thrill of being in a different land, it was also the urge to discover the amazing cultures people have there. I am surprised, for now, my longing to travel, is to be in Borneo. I am exhilarated just by thinking of being around nature and the culture of the land where I was born. 

A dream is a dream

Hi Boy (:

I knew I wasn't dreaming, because it actually happened.

The Descendants

One of the movies that has truly made an impact in my life. 

Forgiveness.

I need a guitar

I don't know how to live,

with all the worries that swallow me up whole.

How am I to live, 

with thoughts of the sufferings that never leave me alone.

Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 

- 1 Peter 5:7

21 Jump Street

These guys are crazy.

Just taking a break.

Anastasia

I just never thought I would watch it again.

This movie was so so long ago, all I remember was the song and how I was afraid of the movie because some of the scary scenes in it. Today, I've finally had the chance to watch it! It definitely reminded me of my friend, Amos, who absolutely like that movie a lot. One of the childhood movies of our generation.

"Far away, long ago
things I yern to remember
and a song someone sings
Once upon a December."

New Year's Eve

Source : Google Image

Love turns the whole thing around. - John Mayer

I like how it seems like there's a connection between everyone in this movie.
Just somehow, our lives are all related. 
Every time you look at or even think of a face, 
hidden behind it there is a story,
everyone has a story,
what's yours?