Today as I was all packed and ready to leave. I had a staring contest with Kiba in my doorway for about 10 minutes. It's like he knew I was debating if I was going to take him to SD or not...
As I pulled out of my driveway kiba-less, I immediately felt a wave a sadness rushing over me, he was supposed to be in the seat right next to me. My excuse? I had dinner with someone so I couldn't leave him in the car alone (such a dumb excuse...). After an adventurous night with friends, I tiredly walked into my apartment and quickly settled in. When I went to turn off the living room lights, I saw Kiba's cage, door open, and everything where I left it, but it was empty. And immediately I realized how much I miss Kiba.
Despite the hassle of taking him to poo and pee every 5 hours, I miss him so darn much.
I now know that it's not just him that gets super excited and happy when he sees me, but I get super happy when I'm playing with him and when I see him.
One week Kiba... You'll be here in one week.
<3
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Spring Break Day 3:
Today I had the opportunity to spend a lot of time with... people that I've missed dearly.
stop 1:
Room 201 (I think?!?!?) The good ole' best buddies room. Each time I come back I feel like a celebrity, this year's seniors are the freshmen of my senior year, and they all still remember me! Walking in that room, I realize that time passes by way too quickly. When asked for some "wise words," the only thing I could tell them was to enjoy High School cause they'll never have another experience like it. Those were the words I wish someone had spoken to me as a high schooler. I took way too many things too carelessly.
Well, back to Best Buddies, the club has grown in numbers, and the club is doing well and carrying on the legacy of the Hubert era. And they gave me a free Best Buddies 'diamond bar' edition glow in the dark t-shirt! Awesome.
stop 2:
Pho Hana. Everyone says Saigon is the best, but for some reason me and my bro's favorite place to eat together at is pho hana.
I had a really good chance to just hang out with by brother today, and it felt good to just chill and talk.
stop 3:
The Happiest Place on Earth!
Me and my bro went to Disneyland today and I got an annual pass! We went on the buzz lightyear ride and bet Dole Whip to see who could get the highest score. He beat me by 60,000... SIGH.
That was the only ride we went on cause it started raining.
I had a couple more stops... dbhs gym, buffalo wild wings, Hsieh house to catch up with my sisters.
In contrast to yesterday, today was a lot more easier on my body, but I had a lot of opportunity to think and reminisce.
good times.
stop 1:
Room 201 (I think?!?!?) The good ole' best buddies room. Each time I come back I feel like a celebrity, this year's seniors are the freshmen of my senior year, and they all still remember me! Walking in that room, I realize that time passes by way too quickly. When asked for some "wise words," the only thing I could tell them was to enjoy High School cause they'll never have another experience like it. Those were the words I wish someone had spoken to me as a high schooler. I took way too many things too carelessly.
Well, back to Best Buddies, the club has grown in numbers, and the club is doing well and carrying on the legacy of the Hubert era. And they gave me a free Best Buddies 'diamond bar' edition glow in the dark t-shirt! Awesome.
stop 2:
Pho Hana. Everyone says Saigon is the best, but for some reason me and my bro's favorite place to eat together at is pho hana.
I had a really good chance to just hang out with by brother today, and it felt good to just chill and talk.
stop 3:
The Happiest Place on Earth!
Me and my bro went to Disneyland today and I got an annual pass! We went on the buzz lightyear ride and bet Dole Whip to see who could get the highest score. He beat me by 60,000... SIGH.
That was the only ride we went on cause it started raining.
I had a couple more stops... dbhs gym, buffalo wild wings, Hsieh house to catch up with my sisters.
In contrast to yesterday, today was a lot more easier on my body, but I had a lot of opportunity to think and reminisce.
good times.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Today I fought with...
the mountain:
went boarding today and went all out on a couple runs, and ate it hard. But overall, I did pretty well!
I won.
A badminton birdie:
played against an old teammate. Got creamed.
I lost.
my lawn:
for two hours, it was me and Mr. Black and Decker vs. the forest in my backyard.
before:
I won.
2 out of 3 battles. Not bad. But I am utterly exhausted.
went boarding today and went all out on a couple runs, and ate it hard. But overall, I did pretty well!
I won.
A badminton birdie:
played against an old teammate. Got creamed.
I lost.
my lawn:
for two hours, it was me and Mr. Black and Decker vs. the forest in my backyard.
before:
and after:
2 out of 3 battles. Not bad. But I am utterly exhausted.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Final in 10 minutes.
10 minutes before my last final of this quarter and I get this crazy idea to just blog.
This past finals week has been a lot more different than past ones. No crazy staying up all nighters to study, no late night rigoberto runs, and no endless intake of coffee to keep me up and awake.
I'm not sure why, but it's definitely not because I'm ready. In fact out of the 3 finals that I have, I barely know any of the material. Yet, I feel so at peace with walking in and taking these tests, so confident that whatever grade I get I'll have deserved it in full.
But then theres the other part of me that realizes that in the scope of things, I'm not gonna remember this final. That in the midst of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, I should feel privileged to even be able to sit in ledden lecture hall and take my next final. Somehow, everything just seems easier and better.
Synthetic Happiness (a term for my next final): Happiness can be created through the way we view things. It's not necessarily what happens but how we perceive and process the world around us that makes us happy or not.
This past finals week has been a lot more different than past ones. No crazy staying up all nighters to study, no late night rigoberto runs, and no endless intake of coffee to keep me up and awake.
I'm not sure why, but it's definitely not because I'm ready. In fact out of the 3 finals that I have, I barely know any of the material. Yet, I feel so at peace with walking in and taking these tests, so confident that whatever grade I get I'll have deserved it in full.
But then theres the other part of me that realizes that in the scope of things, I'm not gonna remember this final. That in the midst of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, I should feel privileged to even be able to sit in ledden lecture hall and take my next final. Somehow, everything just seems easier and better.
Synthetic Happiness (a term for my next final): Happiness can be created through the way we view things. It's not necessarily what happens but how we perceive and process the world around us that makes us happy or not.
Friday, March 4, 2011
football.
three and a half months of hard working practice comes down to tomorrow.
It's been a while since I've competed with a team, and today sitting in Starbucks I felt that excitement. Reviewing the plays over and over in my head, memorizing the audibles, thinking about what to eat to get me ready for tomorrow, sleeping at 10 p.m...
Then I realize...
In the end it's just football.
I have to constantly remind myself that I play not for myself but for God and for His glory.
in high school I would recite this before each game (it's long but good):
It's been a while since I've competed with a team, and today sitting in Starbucks I felt that excitement. Reviewing the plays over and over in my head, memorizing the audibles, thinking about what to eat to get me ready for tomorrow, sleeping at 10 p.m...
Then I realize...
In the end it's just football.
I have to constantly remind myself that I play not for myself but for God and for His glory.
in high school I would recite this before each game (it's long but good):
I am a Christian first and last.
I am created in the likeness of
God Almighty to bring Him glory.
I am a member of Team Jesus Christ.
I wear the colors of the cross.
I am created in the likeness of
God Almighty to bring Him glory.
I am a member of Team Jesus Christ.
I wear the colors of the cross.
I am a Competitor now and forever.
I am made to strive, to strain,
to stretch and to succeed
in the arena of competition.
I am a Christian Competitor
and as such, I face my challenger
with the face of Christ.
I am made to strive, to strain,
to stretch and to succeed
in the arena of competition.
I am a Christian Competitor
and as such, I face my challenger
with the face of Christ.
I do not trust in myself.
I do not boast in my abilities
or believe in my own strength.
I rely solely on the power of God.
I compete for the pleasure of
my Heavenly Father, the honor of Christ
and the reputation of the Holy Spirit.
I do not boast in my abilities
or believe in my own strength.
I rely solely on the power of God.
I compete for the pleasure of
my Heavenly Father, the honor of Christ
and the reputation of the Holy Spirit.
My attitude on and off
the field is above reproach -
my conduct beyond criticism.
Whether I am preparing,
practicing or playing;
I submit to God's authority
and those He has put over me.
I respect my coaches, officials,
teammates and competitors
out of respect for the Lord.
the field is above reproach -
my conduct beyond criticism.
Whether I am preparing,
practicing or playing;
I submit to God's authority
and those He has put over me.
I respect my coaches, officials,
teammates and competitors
out of respect for the Lord.
My body is the temple of Jesus Christ.
I protect it from within and without.
Nothing enters my body that
does not honor the Living God.
My sweat is an offering to my Master.
My soreness is a sacrifice to my Savior.
I protect it from within and without.
Nothing enters my body that
does not honor the Living God.
My sweat is an offering to my Master.
My soreness is a sacrifice to my Savior.
I give my all - all of the time.
I do not give up. I do not give in.
I do not give out. I am the Lord’s warrior -
a competitor by conviction
and a disciple of determination.
I am confident beyond reason
because my confidence lies in Christ.
The results of my efforts
must result in His glory
I do not give up. I do not give in.
I do not give out. I am the Lord’s warrior -
a competitor by conviction
and a disciple of determination.
I am confident beyond reason
because my confidence lies in Christ.
The results of my efforts
must result in His glory
Clear eyes. Full Hearts. Can't Lose.
I am blessed.
Reflecting on last night's homegroup meeting and a comment by one of my dear sisters, I realized how blessed I am.
"Looking at your life YY, it really shows how real God is"
No, this wasn't said because I live an awesome, loving, 100% God-driven life (I wish!). But because up until now, God has definitely revealed himself through the undeserved blessings that He's showered upon me.
Things like getting into UCSD, family situations, even material blessings (like my replaced iphone), the list of miracles goes on and on...
This got me to thinking about the small every day blessings that I take for granted, like awesome friends, the ability to play football (yay! go harbor!), and family that really cares for me.
"Looking at your life YY, it really shows how real God is"
No, this wasn't said because I live an awesome, loving, 100% God-driven life (I wish!). But because up until now, God has definitely revealed himself through the undeserved blessings that He's showered upon me.
Things like getting into UCSD, family situations, even material blessings (like my replaced iphone), the list of miracles goes on and on...
This got me to thinking about the small every day blessings that I take for granted, like awesome friends, the ability to play football (yay! go harbor!), and family that really cares for me.
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