Cleaning up
getting irrated with one project at work while going stir crazy on a different one, i decided to do the best thing to solve my problems: procrastinate by cleaning. I'm not sure where it started, definately did it in college before finals, but when i feel i can't do anything....i clean.
I wish i could be at home and clear out a lot of the mess. On the positive side, i have actually finished replacing the blinds in my room with curtains and am currently working on the living room. The christmas decorations have been taken down and neatly put away in the garage with the halloween stuff. There is still stuff all over the place...but again...so i clean.
At work, i'm clearing out the server room and trying to solve problems here and there. Got really frustrated today with all my IE windows open and multiple chat window, so wished for something..and it came true. Finally migrated myself to Firefox after i saw the cool tab feature on karen's machine. As far as AIM, definately download triton. (but hunt down the aim ad-hack version). It allows you to have multiple chats in one window, and you just tab to the "live" one. It looks somewhat like trillian. So was pretty happy about that.
As far as personal goals...ugg. Still looking at calories and cutting down. Never would have believed..but now i'm drinking diet drinks. Hit the gym a couple times, but stopped the routine for family dinners and outtings. I really should just get my ass up in the morning so nothing will conflict. I need to rework my room. I would love to wake up to the sunshine, but i don't think my room is set up for that.
Other than that, things are good. Good dinners and sharing times with family. Quiet nites watching movies (current and foreign) in the living room. Last nite in fact, we had our first full 344 movie nite when annette came home early and we all watched Naked Weapon. Ok..so it was a cheesy Hong Kong "B" movie, but it actually was perfect for the evening.
PS
Girl Scout cookie season is upon us. Tell me if you want to order. Thin mints and Samoas. Yum
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Calories and Belt Buckles
Since this new year, i've started checking the amount of calories in the various things i've been consuming. Can't say i've been much of a stickler about it, but just making mental notes. It has actually help me cut down a lot on my intake. Someone told me that the average intake should be about 2000, so i used that as my baseline.
140 for oatmeal breakfast (hated it growing up..but now great with apple/cinnimon flavor), V8 juice at 80, chicken-something here and there, and cutting down on the late nite eating. Can you believe that the 150 calories in a can of soda took me 15 minutes on a treadmill to burn off? Well, needless to say, I've actually stopped drinking soda (in addition to the alky). Hit the gym for the first time this year yesterday, tennis with coworkers tonite, and infrequent home exercises as well. Trying to eat less fast food and instead finding something a bit more healthy to eat. We'll just have to see how that goes. (don't worry, late nite ice cream still there occasionally. Just a small scoop)
So...watching over my waist, i realize my newest obsession. For the Halloween party, I opted and got a Name belt buckle. It was cool, but unlikely i'd wear it that often. Well, while shopping one day, I saw this cool chrome superman emblem/belt buckle at Hot topic. Right next to it, batman. Needless to say, i was sold...just not at $25 for one. I put it on my list and put it off till it gets more reasonable, but the recent trip to Fresno mall reignited my interest. Found some vendors on ebay with a variety of style. Now Martin and I may even make our our NES Buckle. Yes Martin, I'd wear it outside the house. Sweeet.
Since this new year, i've started checking the amount of calories in the various things i've been consuming. Can't say i've been much of a stickler about it, but just making mental notes. It has actually help me cut down a lot on my intake. Someone told me that the average intake should be about 2000, so i used that as my baseline.
140 for oatmeal breakfast (hated it growing up..but now great with apple/cinnimon flavor), V8 juice at 80, chicken-something here and there, and cutting down on the late nite eating. Can you believe that the 150 calories in a can of soda took me 15 minutes on a treadmill to burn off? Well, needless to say, I've actually stopped drinking soda (in addition to the alky). Hit the gym for the first time this year yesterday, tennis with coworkers tonite, and infrequent home exercises as well. Trying to eat less fast food and instead finding something a bit more healthy to eat. We'll just have to see how that goes. (don't worry, late nite ice cream still there occasionally. Just a small scoop)
So...watching over my waist, i realize my newest obsession. For the Halloween party, I opted and got a Name belt buckle. It was cool, but unlikely i'd wear it that often. Well, while shopping one day, I saw this cool chrome superman emblem/belt buckle at Hot topic. Right next to it, batman. Needless to say, i was sold...just not at $25 for one. I put it on my list and put it off till it gets more reasonable, but the recent trip to Fresno mall reignited my interest. Found some vendors on ebay with a variety of style. Now Martin and I may even make our our NES Buckle. Yes Martin, I'd wear it outside the house. Sweeet.
Monday, January 09, 2006
These times a changing
Well, below was the recap and now looking forward.
a) need to redo site..constantly saying it..but yeah. Revamp.
b) need to do more of what i said i'm gonna do. refer to 1.
c) revamp goals. Most not working, but measure progress.
d) Counting calories. Been watching the weight..and watching it grow. I've been good about the no alcohol since Oct. Now starting to watch more of what i eat. Need to take a nutrition class.
e) Back to the gym with Eddie and Dre. Probably gonna switch gyms, but better parking and hopefully more classes.
f) After Xmas, realized even more that pretty much on my own to get things i want or done. The list was a cool idea, but i still tease myself with teh idea of that superman belt buckle, calvin and hobbes collectors set and what i was looking forward to especially was hopefully a bike. Anyways, I think i'm just gonna go out and get that bike. Least the physical activity will far outweigh the costs. (if i get good at it, i may try to bike to work).
g) work on house. Gonna use this weekend to get some much needed housework done. also gonna take down the tree.
h) Stop being a hermit. Besides a few occasional gatherings, been pretty much a homebody. Although i need to get stuff done there, I could better manage my time to be more outgoing.
i) Catch up with old friends. This year got random phone call from one of my students, a friend from UCR, as well as catching up with people from all over. I also realize that i dont' even email anyone anymore. Most of my email this past year has been convention related. Should change that.
ok..this is start. Just need to work on it.
Well, below was the recap and now looking forward.
a) need to redo site..constantly saying it..but yeah. Revamp.
b) need to do more of what i said i'm gonna do. refer to 1.
c) revamp goals. Most not working, but measure progress.
d) Counting calories. Been watching the weight..and watching it grow. I've been good about the no alcohol since Oct. Now starting to watch more of what i eat. Need to take a nutrition class.
e) Back to the gym with Eddie and Dre. Probably gonna switch gyms, but better parking and hopefully more classes.
f) After Xmas, realized even more that pretty much on my own to get things i want or done. The list was a cool idea, but i still tease myself with teh idea of that superman belt buckle, calvin and hobbes collectors set and what i was looking forward to especially was hopefully a bike. Anyways, I think i'm just gonna go out and get that bike. Least the physical activity will far outweigh the costs. (if i get good at it, i may try to bike to work).
g) work on house. Gonna use this weekend to get some much needed housework done. also gonna take down the tree.
h) Stop being a hermit. Besides a few occasional gatherings, been pretty much a homebody. Although i need to get stuff done there, I could better manage my time to be more outgoing.
i) Catch up with old friends. This year got random phone call from one of my students, a friend from UCR, as well as catching up with people from all over. I also realize that i dont' even email anyone anymore. Most of my email this past year has been convention related. Should change that.
ok..this is start. Just need to work on it.
2006
So the new year begins admist a number of resolutions and such. I can't say i've been much to make new year resolutions, but the goal of better-ing oneself shouldn't be done just in January. Anyways, the recap so far:
-New Years-
a) Celebrated New Years at MPK. Had an good/ok time with family and just enjoyed singing Karaoke Revolution most of the nite.
b) early morning ended rather bad with Garland getting into a car accident by some hit and run. Fortunately he's ok..and the car will be fixed.
-Christmas-
c) Got my robe and its soo soo soft. Yeah! also got some other stuff to be decided on later (Ross gc and RiteAid gc for mantha's gift). Went crazy shopping at Target when everything went 50% off. Got a fondue set, buffet set, and lots of electrical stuff for outside. As much as i felt i put some thought into having a gift match the recipient, i also saw how painful it can be to get a "thought-less" present. While the intention may be good, it could actually turn out to feel more hurtful. I guess the best gift i did get this christmas was peace of mind. I felt good about what i did and gave and that was enough for me. I hope no one was hurt by anything i gave them. (gift receipts for sure next year - I just want people to be happy).
-Since then-
d) Watched the USC/Texas Rose Bowl game. Terrific Game although i was rooting for USC. Vince Young did have a spectacular game.
e) Watched the Rose Parade "live" from my offices. Brought along Mom, Auntie Luz, Auntie Poyche, and Auntie Nita. Had some drama before it all happened at the office and wished that my dad and sister were there, but all is resolved now. It was a great experience, even for me who typically gets bored of the parade. Attribute that to the fact that whenever i watch it on TV, i seem to always catch it at the same points. Minus the pouring rain, the floats were cool up close. Expecting it to be even better next year.
f) Got B_tch-slapped by disneyland twice last week, trying to make it to the Nightmare before Christmas before they take it down. Jan 2 it closed early (due to the rain, although the calendar said closed at midnite). Jan 5 raced down there and actually got into the park in time to make it thru the gates, but only to be told by people inside that the park was closing for a private party. Ugg. Anyways, got to ride the Monster's Inc and Nightmare ride on Jan 7, before our road trip.
g) Road Trip - Headed up with Garland and Karen to the bread basket of California - Fresno. Garland still had stuff in his apt room up there, so Karen and I decided to help out and keep him company. It was a good trip consisting of 4+ hours of driving, 2 consecutive days of dim sum, in-road movies of Dogma, Road Trip, The New Guy and South Park Season 1. Brought down a lot of stuff and overall felt pretty good. Got some cool stuff shopping at Fashion Faire mall. Needing a wardrobe change.
h) Dim sum with Linnea. Happy Bday Nea. It was great seeing a number of old friends from UCLA (Diana, Quyen, Greg, Dave). They have always been a good crew of friends and hoping to catch up with them more.
i) Mila's bday at the house. Went to Shakeys cuz you gotta love those mojo potatoes.
wow..its only been a week into the new year. Looks like things are going well on the activity side.
So the new year begins admist a number of resolutions and such. I can't say i've been much to make new year resolutions, but the goal of better-ing oneself shouldn't be done just in January. Anyways, the recap so far:
-New Years-
a) Celebrated New Years at MPK. Had an good/ok time with family and just enjoyed singing Karaoke Revolution most of the nite.
b) early morning ended rather bad with Garland getting into a car accident by some hit and run. Fortunately he's ok..and the car will be fixed.
-Christmas-
c) Got my robe and its soo soo soft. Yeah! also got some other stuff to be decided on later (Ross gc and RiteAid gc for mantha's gift). Went crazy shopping at Target when everything went 50% off. Got a fondue set, buffet set, and lots of electrical stuff for outside. As much as i felt i put some thought into having a gift match the recipient, i also saw how painful it can be to get a "thought-less" present. While the intention may be good, it could actually turn out to feel more hurtful. I guess the best gift i did get this christmas was peace of mind. I felt good about what i did and gave and that was enough for me. I hope no one was hurt by anything i gave them. (gift receipts for sure next year - I just want people to be happy).
-Since then-
d) Watched the USC/Texas Rose Bowl game. Terrific Game although i was rooting for USC. Vince Young did have a spectacular game.
e) Watched the Rose Parade "live" from my offices. Brought along Mom, Auntie Luz, Auntie Poyche, and Auntie Nita. Had some drama before it all happened at the office and wished that my dad and sister were there, but all is resolved now. It was a great experience, even for me who typically gets bored of the parade. Attribute that to the fact that whenever i watch it on TV, i seem to always catch it at the same points. Minus the pouring rain, the floats were cool up close. Expecting it to be even better next year.
f) Got B_tch-slapped by disneyland twice last week, trying to make it to the Nightmare before Christmas before they take it down. Jan 2 it closed early (due to the rain, although the calendar said closed at midnite). Jan 5 raced down there and actually got into the park in time to make it thru the gates, but only to be told by people inside that the park was closing for a private party. Ugg. Anyways, got to ride the Monster's Inc and Nightmare ride on Jan 7, before our road trip.
g) Road Trip - Headed up with Garland and Karen to the bread basket of California - Fresno. Garland still had stuff in his apt room up there, so Karen and I decided to help out and keep him company. It was a good trip consisting of 4+ hours of driving, 2 consecutive days of dim sum, in-road movies of Dogma, Road Trip, The New Guy and South Park Season 1. Brought down a lot of stuff and overall felt pretty good. Got some cool stuff shopping at Fashion Faire mall. Needing a wardrobe change.
h) Dim sum with Linnea. Happy Bday Nea. It was great seeing a number of old friends from UCLA (Diana, Quyen, Greg, Dave). They have always been a good crew of friends and hoping to catch up with them more.
i) Mila's bday at the house. Went to Shakeys cuz you gotta love those mojo potatoes.
wow..its only been a week into the new year. Looks like things are going well on the activity side.
Saturday, December 31, 2005
Saturday, December 24, 2005
Have yourself a merry little Christmas,Let your heart be light
From now on, our troubles will be out of sight
Christmas is almost here. Yeah Christmas!
Its been quite busy at work and the joy (and tension) of the holidays are soon reaching its peak. As Karen wraps the final gifts in preparation for tonite, i find a few moments to just give a little update.
Since work seems to run my life, I'd have to start and say it has been very busy lately. Fortunately this season was been more fun thanks to an office gift exchange and potluck (i made japanese chicken curry. Yum).
Beyond work, been spending time with 344 with late nite cooking (musubi, curry) and hanging out in general. Lots of visits to the 24hour walmart..and our holiday shopping is almost complete.
More to talk about later..but for now, i share with some holiday photos...
The 344 Christmas Tree
Gifts under the tree. Is yours there?? =p
Karen's 344 ornament
Garland's 344 ornament
Ray's 344 ornament
Merry Christmas from the Happiest Place on Earth. Right here =)
From now on, our troubles will be out of sight
Christmas is almost here. Yeah Christmas!
Its been quite busy at work and the joy (and tension) of the holidays are soon reaching its peak. As Karen wraps the final gifts in preparation for tonite, i find a few moments to just give a little update.
Since work seems to run my life, I'd have to start and say it has been very busy lately. Fortunately this season was been more fun thanks to an office gift exchange and potluck (i made japanese chicken curry. Yum).
Beyond work, been spending time with 344 with late nite cooking (musubi, curry) and hanging out in general. Lots of visits to the 24hour walmart..and our holiday shopping is almost complete.
More to talk about later..but for now, i share with some holiday photos...
The 344 Christmas Tree
Gifts under the tree. Is yours there?? =p
Karen's 344 ornament
Garland's 344 ornament
Ray's 344 ornament
Merry Christmas from the Happiest Place on Earth. Right here =)
Tuesday, December 06, 2005
*Intense*
Man, the past few days have been pretty intense. Just got back from the turn around trip to Vegas and it was well worth it. Got out of MPK around 2ish and my lil-engine-that-could (91 civic) may have done its last long distance ride. Together with Clara and Bren we embarked on the adventure to Mark's bday. We got there while the group was at dinner and just got ready for the nite. Fortunately, found the promoter passing out free passes to PURE, we chilled in the pussycat lounge till the festivities began. The music was great, one of the pussycats fell off the stage, DJ AM spun with the drummer from 182 doing bass accompanyment, running into old friends, and pretty much running into everyone in the club. It was fun hanging out with everyone again. After enought dancing and killing my throat (i was voiceless the next day), we headed back home (got back 6am). Fun times..and i stayed true to my no-alky policy. Still had lots of fun without it. Coming up Sat...Turducken.
In other news, i've become an ebay whore. I was in the process of buying an AC adapter and such from SONY at an outrageous $80, when i realize i could actually get it cheaper on ebay. So begins my fall.
I had purchased from ebay one time before...for raver lights for me and my sister. Beyond that, never really understood or trusted it (hence the hesitation). Thanks to help from my coworker May and Karen, i'm feeling a lot better about it now. Now i find myself searching for the most particular things. Anyways, got the charger and even a batter for just about $50 (plus garland's paypal coupon).
Feeling a bit better now. Voice coming back today and feeling more productive. Can't believe xmas is coming up so close.
Man, the past few days have been pretty intense. Just got back from the turn around trip to Vegas and it was well worth it. Got out of MPK around 2ish and my lil-engine-that-could (91 civic) may have done its last long distance ride. Together with Clara and Bren we embarked on the adventure to Mark's bday. We got there while the group was at dinner and just got ready for the nite. Fortunately, found the promoter passing out free passes to PURE, we chilled in the pussycat lounge till the festivities began. The music was great, one of the pussycats fell off the stage, DJ AM spun with the drummer from 182 doing bass accompanyment, running into old friends, and pretty much running into everyone in the club. It was fun hanging out with everyone again. After enought dancing and killing my throat (i was voiceless the next day), we headed back home (got back 6am). Fun times..and i stayed true to my no-alky policy. Still had lots of fun without it. Coming up Sat...Turducken.
In other news, i've become an ebay whore. I was in the process of buying an AC adapter and such from SONY at an outrageous $80, when i realize i could actually get it cheaper on ebay. So begins my fall.
I had purchased from ebay one time before...for raver lights for me and my sister. Beyond that, never really understood or trusted it (hence the hesitation). Thanks to help from my coworker May and Karen, i'm feeling a lot better about it now. Now i find myself searching for the most particular things. Anyways, got the charger and even a batter for just about $50 (plus garland's paypal coupon).
Feeling a bit better now. Voice coming back today and feeling more productive. Can't believe xmas is coming up so close.
Wednesday, November 30, 2005
*getting in the mood*
Looking at my watch looks like i've spent a couple hours doing "house" cleaning in my office. I have more important things for work i need to do, but find myself clearing out tons of old emails from my hotmail accounts and web surfing for the billionth time today. Oddly thats the way it is for me, wanting to put away/complete all the little things that distract me so i can tackle the bigger things on my plate. That and hopefully it will get me motivated to actually work. I believe in smart work, than over work =p. Explains some of the laziness as well.
Anyways, the 10 pages on hotmail are now down to 1 page. Desk is looking a little bit cleaner. I've made my xmas purchase list, but haven't checked it twice yet =p. Also started drafting things i may want, but its rather vague. If anything i'll update my wish list on the left panel. I've picked up a couple for people already but there are quite a bit more to go.
Lets see, this month....
a) Got the 344 Xmas tree is up. Took some pics setting it up, but will get more when we get more decorations.
b) Planning on doing a 1 day run to Vegas with Bren this weekend to celebrate Mark B's bday. Should be fun, just waiting to hear what time we'll be leaving. (Also Happy Bday Biggwould. Sorry to miss your SF bar crawl)
c) Turducken is Dec 10. Yummm.
d) Need to get some shopping in here somehow.
Other than that, I'm on disk 9 of Harry Potter - Order of the phoenix. I got a bit behind with Thanksgiving, but the mp3 player is charged up and ready to go. I have been lagging on the working out thought *sigh*.
I hate the cold, but i love sappy movies. Xmas time is just the right season for it.
Looking at my watch looks like i've spent a couple hours doing "house" cleaning in my office. I have more important things for work i need to do, but find myself clearing out tons of old emails from my hotmail accounts and web surfing for the billionth time today. Oddly thats the way it is for me, wanting to put away/complete all the little things that distract me so i can tackle the bigger things on my plate. That and hopefully it will get me motivated to actually work. I believe in smart work, than over work =p. Explains some of the laziness as well.
Anyways, the 10 pages on hotmail are now down to 1 page. Desk is looking a little bit cleaner. I've made my xmas purchase list, but haven't checked it twice yet =p. Also started drafting things i may want, but its rather vague. If anything i'll update my wish list on the left panel. I've picked up a couple for people already but there are quite a bit more to go.
Lets see, this month....
a) Got the 344 Xmas tree is up. Took some pics setting it up, but will get more when we get more decorations.
b) Planning on doing a 1 day run to Vegas with Bren this weekend to celebrate Mark B's bday. Should be fun, just waiting to hear what time we'll be leaving. (Also Happy Bday Biggwould. Sorry to miss your SF bar crawl)
c) Turducken is Dec 10. Yummm.
d) Need to get some shopping in here somehow.
Other than that, I'm on disk 9 of Harry Potter - Order of the phoenix. I got a bit behind with Thanksgiving, but the mp3 player is charged up and ready to go. I have been lagging on the working out thought *sigh*.
I hate the cold, but i love sappy movies. Xmas time is just the right season for it.
Wednesday, November 23, 2005
*breath*
ok..so i did get to see Harry Potter and it was cool. Mike T came to the rescue and we got to see it opening day in Century City. Samantha said it best when she stated it was like watching the book in fast forward. I think i would have enjoyed it more if i didn't read the book, but i probably wouldn't have understood various parts of the movie. I just have to remember that the movies are the director's interpretation of the book...and since i've been hooked, i am gonna continue listening to the series. Effects were great, but i think i missed most of the suspense. Instead, it definately felt more like a british romantic comedy (Goblet was directed by the same guy who did 4 weddings and a funeral). IMDB trivia says they originally thought of having a 2 part movie, but was later convinced to fit it in one. *shakes head* Bad idea from the boring director of movie 3. (i fell asleep in that movie both times i tried to watch it, finally successful on the 3rd time).
Anyways..so.moving on.
Thought this week would be a cake walk, since there are only 3 days. Instead I've gotten sacked with work beyond belief. Add to that starting to feel a bit conjested. This is definately slowing me down, but things are moving quickly. Tomorrow is the turkey holiday and i've got 2 dinners i need to space myself out for. Ugg. Friday off will be nice, but not sure if/which black friday sale i may hit. Gotta start working on my shopping list as well as my wish list.
In other news though...
I went to the arclight theater in LA for the first time this morning. Karen really wanted to see RENT at the midnite performances and was able to get last minute tickets to the 12:10am performance. It was a 344 event as Garland came along to have his first RENT experience. I have to say this is definately the best movie i've seen in quite some time. I've seen the musical and it was a terrific performance...and this movie does a lot to transfer that to the screen. Most of the original cast was there and i can say i still felt the power of music much as i did during the live performance. This one is definately a must see.
oh well..work calls again...but hoping everyone has a happy thanksgiving holiday.
ok..so i did get to see Harry Potter and it was cool. Mike T came to the rescue and we got to see it opening day in Century City. Samantha said it best when she stated it was like watching the book in fast forward. I think i would have enjoyed it more if i didn't read the book, but i probably wouldn't have understood various parts of the movie. I just have to remember that the movies are the director's interpretation of the book...and since i've been hooked, i am gonna continue listening to the series. Effects were great, but i think i missed most of the suspense. Instead, it definately felt more like a british romantic comedy (Goblet was directed by the same guy who did 4 weddings and a funeral). IMDB trivia says they originally thought of having a 2 part movie, but was later convinced to fit it in one. *shakes head* Bad idea from the boring director of movie 3. (i fell asleep in that movie both times i tried to watch it, finally successful on the 3rd time).
Anyways..so.moving on.
Thought this week would be a cake walk, since there are only 3 days. Instead I've gotten sacked with work beyond belief. Add to that starting to feel a bit conjested. This is definately slowing me down, but things are moving quickly. Tomorrow is the turkey holiday and i've got 2 dinners i need to space myself out for. Ugg. Friday off will be nice, but not sure if/which black friday sale i may hit. Gotta start working on my shopping list as well as my wish list.
In other news though...
I went to the arclight theater in LA for the first time this morning. Karen really wanted to see RENT at the midnite performances and was able to get last minute tickets to the 12:10am performance. It was a 344 event as Garland came along to have his first RENT experience. I have to say this is definately the best movie i've seen in quite some time. I've seen the musical and it was a terrific performance...and this movie does a lot to transfer that to the screen. Most of the original cast was there and i can say i still felt the power of music much as i did during the live performance. This one is definately a must see.
oh well..work calls again...but hoping everyone has a happy thanksgiving holiday.
Friday, November 18, 2005
=(
darn moviefone.com online ticketing. Just missed the chance to watch HP at the Westwood theatre since i waited too long. Stupid thing said it was still selling tickets, but it just wouldn't process. Even coworker saw it yesterday at 7pm thru a promotion with our company i wasn't aware of. Ugg.
Honestly...i don't remember the last time i was so eager to see a movie. Weird.
Well..guess i'll try to see it this weekend.
darn moviefone.com online ticketing. Just missed the chance to watch HP at the Westwood theatre since i waited too long. Stupid thing said it was still selling tickets, but it just wouldn't process. Even coworker saw it yesterday at 7pm thru a promotion with our company i wasn't aware of. Ugg.
Honestly...i don't remember the last time i was so eager to see a movie. Weird.
Well..guess i'll try to see it this weekend.
Tuesday, November 15, 2005
WHAT???
You need an M class license to ride a Vespa???
Man..if i go that far, i may just go for a real motorcycle.
You need an M class license to ride a Vespa???
Man..if i go that far, i may just go for a real motorcycle.
Monday, November 14, 2005
Cleaning up.
Well..first off..the house is clean =). The floors are not sticky anymore, the dishes washed, and everything looks back to normal...just cleaner.
Been busy since Halloween obviously...but for the most part things are well. Setting up my own personal "cleaning"...mind, body...and house.
As far as the house is concerned, likely getting another roommate for the 2nd room..so wanted to clear up that up a bit. Getting the computers and systems set up for the school was part of the process, so i did most of that this weekend (as well as haul it out to Bellflower thanks to Karen's Rodeo). Doing the same in my own room as far as utilizing the garage more to store stuff, and clear out the room.
As far as body and mind, I'll preface with the fact that probably the best parties in my life so far have happened this year: Birthday at Tokyo Delves and Halloween in the MPK. I had fun ...maybe a lil too much. From these events i woke without recollection of much of the nite. While fun at the time, I am honestly afraid of losing control (or my mind). Fortunately i was amongst friends and family who looked out and cared for me. Video tape and pictures were all i could use to piece back the events of those nites. Even watching the video tape was scary as i could see myself doing things i couldn't imagine myself doing. *shakes head* Now..i as much as anyone else is all for a good time, but yeah... after these events..i had to re-evaluate my actions.
Anyways, I decided after the Halloween party that i would try to go for a year without drinking alcohol. So far so good. I had to make a couple caveats for myself, so not sure how likely the year timeline will hold, but at least i'm making more of an effort not to overindulge and abuse myself. More likely to limit myself to 1 drink depending on the event. I've never "needed" alcohol to have fun before, so i'll just go back to that mentality.
Next thing i did was buy a weight scale for the bathroom. Boy...that was a painful idea. While still fairly lanky, I know I can do without this spare tire around my waist. Trying to read up more on nutrition as well as continuing on my workout. Actually thinking about buying a bike and using that to trek to work. I'd save me the monthly parking and probably provide a good daily work out. Just need to see if i can manage the road and 10miles.
Some changes at the school have forced me to re-evaluate my own financial status and personal stagnation. I really need to get back into study mode and keep myself up to date on various technologies. I learn enough to do my job and make it by, but i should start challenging myself again.
I've been listening to Harry Potter - Goblet of Fire for the past few weeks. This is going to be my test on how well i can appreciate the movie, since i've already read the book. Personally i like being surprised and am easily captured in the director and writers web on the silver screen. I'm guessing i'll probably still be happy with the end result, but not sure how satisfied. We'll have to see after HP comes out this week. (although my anxious self is already ripping book 5 to MP3).
anyways...i hope everyone is doing well. I realize how its been a while since i've been able to keep up with people. Hoping to do more of that as well. =)
Well..first off..the house is clean =). The floors are not sticky anymore, the dishes washed, and everything looks back to normal...just cleaner.
Been busy since Halloween obviously...but for the most part things are well. Setting up my own personal "cleaning"...mind, body...and house.
As far as the house is concerned, likely getting another roommate for the 2nd room..so wanted to clear up that up a bit. Getting the computers and systems set up for the school was part of the process, so i did most of that this weekend (as well as haul it out to Bellflower thanks to Karen's Rodeo). Doing the same in my own room as far as utilizing the garage more to store stuff, and clear out the room.
As far as body and mind, I'll preface with the fact that probably the best parties in my life so far have happened this year: Birthday at Tokyo Delves and Halloween in the MPK. I had fun ...maybe a lil too much. From these events i woke without recollection of much of the nite. While fun at the time, I am honestly afraid of losing control (or my mind). Fortunately i was amongst friends and family who looked out and cared for me. Video tape and pictures were all i could use to piece back the events of those nites. Even watching the video tape was scary as i could see myself doing things i couldn't imagine myself doing. *shakes head* Now..i as much as anyone else is all for a good time, but yeah... after these events..i had to re-evaluate my actions.
Anyways, I decided after the Halloween party that i would try to go for a year without drinking alcohol. So far so good. I had to make a couple caveats for myself, so not sure how likely the year timeline will hold, but at least i'm making more of an effort not to overindulge and abuse myself. More likely to limit myself to 1 drink depending on the event. I've never "needed" alcohol to have fun before, so i'll just go back to that mentality.
Next thing i did was buy a weight scale for the bathroom. Boy...that was a painful idea. While still fairly lanky, I know I can do without this spare tire around my waist. Trying to read up more on nutrition as well as continuing on my workout. Actually thinking about buying a bike and using that to trek to work. I'd save me the monthly parking and probably provide a good daily work out. Just need to see if i can manage the road and 10miles.
Some changes at the school have forced me to re-evaluate my own financial status and personal stagnation. I really need to get back into study mode and keep myself up to date on various technologies. I learn enough to do my job and make it by, but i should start challenging myself again.
I've been listening to Harry Potter - Goblet of Fire for the past few weeks. This is going to be my test on how well i can appreciate the movie, since i've already read the book. Personally i like being surprised and am easily captured in the director and writers web on the silver screen. I'm guessing i'll probably still be happy with the end result, but not sure how satisfied. We'll have to see after HP comes out this week. (although my anxious self is already ripping book 5 to MP3).
anyways...i hope everyone is doing well. I realize how its been a while since i've been able to keep up with people. Hoping to do more of that as well. =)
Wednesday, November 02, 2005
ohh man.....
Pictures supposedly say a thousand words...and much of that was needed to remember what happened at the party. Needless to say the first party of the 344 MPK house elevated even big ed's expectations of what a party should be like. Bern quotes that she hasn't partied like that since college and yes folks..that is what it was like (beer bong and all). As i'm still piecing together aspects of the nite (shotty memory is not helped by excessive drinking), i'm still amazed at how well it went. Some points to highlight.
a) Amazing costumes: The wizard, Plug and socket, 80's rock stars, gangsters, baby, scarecrow, cartoon stars, sailors, pirates, cop and even michael jackson.
b) Food was great: although all i ate were 2 beef tacos, i hear everything else came and went fairly quickly. Terrific spam musubi care of Karen.
c) Environment/Spookyness: I walked outside sorta sober one point and thru the fog to see about 15 people. Some point later in the nite both garland and i swear we look outside and see this.
had to be like 60+ people at the party, inside and out. Course the evite count already freaked us out as we were coming closer to the day.
d) The people: I have to say i have been blessed with such great family and friends. All my cousins and family came out to participate (ranging from lil red riding hood, bonnie and clyde, disney fanatics, the ghost specter, and donald and daisy duck.) Coworkers, college friends, convention friends and people i have never met made for a great nite. I really have to thank my 344 crew (Garland and Karen) for keeping me sane in preparation, Ed and Dre my workout partners and party planners, Bren/Kelly/Dre/Karen as the cleanup crew the next day, and especially my evil twin Rico for making me lose my mind that nite. Damn Henessey. Till next year ;)..maybe
Pictures supposedly say a thousand words...and much of that was needed to remember what happened at the party. Needless to say the first party of the 344 MPK house elevated even big ed's expectations of what a party should be like. Bern quotes that she hasn't partied like that since college and yes folks..that is what it was like (beer bong and all). As i'm still piecing together aspects of the nite (shotty memory is not helped by excessive drinking), i'm still amazed at how well it went. Some points to highlight.
a) Amazing costumes: The wizard, Plug and socket, 80's rock stars, gangsters, baby, scarecrow, cartoon stars, sailors, pirates, cop and even michael jackson.
b) Food was great: although all i ate were 2 beef tacos, i hear everything else came and went fairly quickly. Terrific spam musubi care of Karen.
c) Environment/Spookyness: I walked outside sorta sober one point and thru the fog to see about 15 people. Some point later in the nite both garland and i swear we look outside and see this.
had to be like 60+ people at the party, inside and out. Course the evite count already freaked us out as we were coming closer to the day.
d) The people: I have to say i have been blessed with such great family and friends. All my cousins and family came out to participate (ranging from lil red riding hood, bonnie and clyde, disney fanatics, the ghost specter, and donald and daisy duck.) Coworkers, college friends, convention friends and people i have never met made for a great nite. I really have to thank my 344 crew (Garland and Karen) for keeping me sane in preparation, Ed and Dre my workout partners and party planners, Bren/Kelly/Dre/Karen as the cleanup crew the next day, and especially my evil twin Rico for making me lose my mind that nite. Damn Henessey. Till next year ;)..maybe
Friday, October 28, 2005
Terrible past few days/week.
1. Yahoo account gets canceled
2. Lost access to all yahoo related services
3. No real equivalent that i want to change to.
4. Cleaning up the house for a party i'm hosting, feels like i'm doing it without the support of my co-planners (but thankful for karen and garland).
5. Portions of my costume are still en route and unlikely to make it.
6. Businesses in general seem to lack common sense and courtesy.
7. How many times can i hear idiots on the phone say "sorry, there is nothing i can do"
8. PMX heading a new direction again...not sure if i want to follow.
9. Ugg..people in general pissing me off.
10. Got my end of year review, it was good, but i was expecting a bit more.
11. Missing out on all my workouts. I think i need them now to burn some energy.
12. Redefining ohannna. Don't really agree with that one either.
13. Coming into work and seeing that things have fallen apart.
14. I want to yell/scream..but wonder if its even worth it. (i think i will into my pillow when i get home).
I think i need a vacation.
1. Yahoo account gets canceled
2. Lost access to all yahoo related services
3. No real equivalent that i want to change to.
4. Cleaning up the house for a party i'm hosting, feels like i'm doing it without the support of my co-planners (but thankful for karen and garland).
5. Portions of my costume are still en route and unlikely to make it.
6. Businesses in general seem to lack common sense and courtesy.
7. How many times can i hear idiots on the phone say "sorry, there is nothing i can do"
8. PMX heading a new direction again...not sure if i want to follow.
9. Ugg..people in general pissing me off.
10. Got my end of year review, it was good, but i was expecting a bit more.
11. Missing out on all my workouts. I think i need them now to burn some energy.
12. Redefining ohannna. Don't really agree with that one either.
13. Coming into work and seeing that things have fallen apart.
14. I want to yell/scream..but wonder if its even worth it. (i think i will into my pillow when i get home).
I think i need a vacation.
Thursday, October 27, 2005
UGGGG
Yahoo SUCKS!!!
My yahoo ID just got deleted..and no one at Yahoo can tell me why.
Worse things is supposedly I'd have to recreate with a new ID. This sucks. My resume and everything was hosted on there.
Party days away..and things looking good. Saw some costumes last nite at cousins dinner and they were great. This is gonna be a fun party =)
so...now starting to look for alternatives. I've saved my hotmail account for ages and it works well. Now i need to start looking for some group alternatives. MSN? Google? As much as i like google and how they are inovative, i'm not that impressed with their interface. Suggestions anyone?
Yahoo SUCKS!!!
My yahoo ID just got deleted..and no one at Yahoo can tell me why.
Worse things is supposedly I'd have to recreate with a new ID. This sucks. My resume and everything was hosted on there.
Party days away..and things looking good. Saw some costumes last nite at cousins dinner and they were great. This is gonna be a fun party =)
so...now starting to look for alternatives. I've saved my hotmail account for ages and it works well. Now i need to start looking for some group alternatives. MSN? Google? As much as i like google and how they are inovative, i'm not that impressed with their interface. Suggestions anyone?
Friday, October 21, 2005
Thursday, October 20, 2005
I need to write something here. well..i'll just start writing and see what happens.
Its getting closer to winter and the weather is getting colder. The thunderstorms sucked. Feel like things are shutting down for hibernation.
Yet at the same time, i've found a new found energy. Had a fun time in Vegas with friends, which consisted mostly of eating, sleeping, and warp core breaches. Ohhh man...cut crab legs at aladdin spice market buffet. yum yum.
also planning for this halloween party at the house. Not really sure what to expect as i'm not sure how the neighborhood will handle a large house party. At the same time, i'm beyond the typical stare at each other, drink, and maybe dance type of party. So..in the spirit of mischief, I'm planning campfire like games for people to participate. Hoping it will get people to mingle more and overall just have fun. Got quite a few thought up, but if you have any other suggestions, let me know. Also need categories for costume contest as well.
I've gotten hooked on anime again and addictively watching naruto. Got a bunch of other movies and dvds that i need to catch up on as well. Currently on book 3 of harry potter. I'm gonna test something before the 4th movie comes out.
I question if the movie will be ruined for me if i listen to the book before it comes out. Not sure if i would have truly felt the suspense of the movies, if i already knew the outcome of the story. Currently listening to the books, i just remember scenes from the movie and learn more of the back story. If i can get thru book 4 fast enough, i'll have to see how i'd enjoy the movie (before i continue on to books 5-7.
---party plans---
current ideas
categories: Prettiest/Ugliest, Sexiest, Scariest, most original, best overall
games: u'll have to wait and see =)
Its getting closer to winter and the weather is getting colder. The thunderstorms sucked. Feel like things are shutting down for hibernation.
Yet at the same time, i've found a new found energy. Had a fun time in Vegas with friends, which consisted mostly of eating, sleeping, and warp core breaches. Ohhh man...cut crab legs at aladdin spice market buffet. yum yum.
also planning for this halloween party at the house. Not really sure what to expect as i'm not sure how the neighborhood will handle a large house party. At the same time, i'm beyond the typical stare at each other, drink, and maybe dance type of party. So..in the spirit of mischief, I'm planning campfire like games for people to participate. Hoping it will get people to mingle more and overall just have fun. Got quite a few thought up, but if you have any other suggestions, let me know. Also need categories for costume contest as well.
I've gotten hooked on anime again and addictively watching naruto. Got a bunch of other movies and dvds that i need to catch up on as well. Currently on book 3 of harry potter. I'm gonna test something before the 4th movie comes out.
I question if the movie will be ruined for me if i listen to the book before it comes out. Not sure if i would have truly felt the suspense of the movies, if i already knew the outcome of the story. Currently listening to the books, i just remember scenes from the movie and learn more of the back story. If i can get thru book 4 fast enough, i'll have to see how i'd enjoy the movie (before i continue on to books 5-7.
---party plans---
current ideas
categories: Prettiest/Ugliest, Sexiest, Scariest, most original, best overall
games: u'll have to wait and see =)
Friday, October 14, 2005
Circle of life
So as i'm standing in the bathroom no less....thinking about Kristine and family saying goodbye to their mother and her presence in this world, i get a text from Jojo that Dao is in labor.
Then Job arose, and rent his mantle, and shaved his head, and fell down upon the ground, and worshipped,
And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.
-- Job 1: 20-21 (KJV)
RIP - Marybeth Casteneda
Thanks for showing me God again.
So as i'm standing in the bathroom no less....thinking about Kristine and family saying goodbye to their mother and her presence in this world, i get a text from Jojo that Dao is in labor.
Then Job arose, and rent his mantle, and shaved his head, and fell down upon the ground, and worshipped,
And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.
-- Job 1: 20-21 (KJV)
RIP - Marybeth Casteneda
Thanks for showing me God again.
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Epitome of my day yesterday
-as i'm leaving work-
a) Get into the elevator on my floor 4th. notice people (3) is already in it..prob wanting to leave work as much as i did. And upset that i was the stop 1 floor below (building only has 5 floors)
b) one girl comes in on the 3rd floor. Hits 2 since she parked at that level. I sigh (wish we had stairs). Now in cramped elevator.
c) Girl leaves at 2, no one else walks in.
d) I leave on mezzanine for my car..realizing that this elevator is stopping at all levels and just equally frustrated and wanting to go home.
anyways..thanks to Karen for ditching class yesterday to spend time with me. Still can't explain the mood swing..but it got better as the nite progressed.
so...in other news
B - B - BOS (clap x5)
S - S - SCO (clap x5)
B - O - S (clap x3)
S - C - O (clap x3)
Gooo
(repeat above)
then
Gooo BOSCO
Yeah...Nomar went to my High School..as well as Chad Allen..and the former Honeycomb boy. Good people still exist =) (even after Boston traded him and gave him a hard time).
-as i'm leaving work-
a) Get into the elevator on my floor 4th. notice people (3) is already in it..prob wanting to leave work as much as i did. And upset that i was the stop 1 floor below (building only has 5 floors)
b) one girl comes in on the 3rd floor. Hits 2 since she parked at that level. I sigh (wish we had stairs). Now in cramped elevator.
c) Girl leaves at 2, no one else walks in.
d) I leave on mezzanine for my car..realizing that this elevator is stopping at all levels and just equally frustrated and wanting to go home.
anyways..thanks to Karen for ditching class yesterday to spend time with me. Still can't explain the mood swing..but it got better as the nite progressed.
so...in other news
B - B - BOS (clap x5)
S - S - SCO (clap x5)
B - O - S (clap x3)
S - C - O (clap x3)
Gooo
(repeat above)
then
Gooo BOSCO
Yeah...Nomar went to my High School..as well as Chad Allen..and the former Honeycomb boy. Good people still exist =) (even after Boston traded him and gave him a hard time).
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
*blah*
feeling really down today. Not exactly sure why...hoping maybe writing stuff down could let it out a bit. So far so good.
Work is ok...not particularly busy though there is stuff i need to do. I think thats what i'm feeling....stagnate. Learned earlier in the week that my coworker is going out pursuing his MBA. Learned another one of my coworkers is actually married (not that its impossible..but he's my age). Both Jojo and Bryan are expecting kids soon.
I am happy where i am. Not looking to jump into a marriage or bring a child to this world. I find myself just looking short term. Vegas, Halloween party, whatever. I haven't really set goals for myself or really, really struggled to try to achieve something. I've taken the easy path or easy for me path. I won't say i've slid thru life without challenges..but i can say i need to be challenged again. I'm even flaking on the workout schedule. Sheesh
Humm..well..what else. My aunt is in the hospital, my friend's mom died, and i think i may be dying (but then again..who isn't). Other than that..things look ok.
yeah...i dont think i hit it all..but once again..blogging becomes therapeutic.
feeling really down today. Not exactly sure why...hoping maybe writing stuff down could let it out a bit. So far so good.
Work is ok...not particularly busy though there is stuff i need to do. I think thats what i'm feeling....stagnate. Learned earlier in the week that my coworker is going out pursuing his MBA. Learned another one of my coworkers is actually married (not that its impossible..but he's my age). Both Jojo and Bryan are expecting kids soon.
I am happy where i am. Not looking to jump into a marriage or bring a child to this world. I find myself just looking short term. Vegas, Halloween party, whatever. I haven't really set goals for myself or really, really struggled to try to achieve something. I've taken the easy path or easy for me path. I won't say i've slid thru life without challenges..but i can say i need to be challenged again. I'm even flaking on the workout schedule. Sheesh
Humm..well..what else. My aunt is in the hospital, my friend's mom died, and i think i may be dying (but then again..who isn't). Other than that..things look ok.
yeah...i dont think i hit it all..but once again..blogging becomes therapeutic.
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