So, my last post was last year March! hahaha
#fail.
So much has changed and I am so much more tired and ready to BE MY OWN BOSS!
As much as I appreciate structure and making a difference in a company, I truly deeply want to be in control of my life. As I get older, my happiness mostly stems from the ability to be myself. The self-conscious, approval-seeking little me still lives. But, honestly, I think I've kinda ignored her for the most part. Partly from being exhausted from commuting to LA from OC and just working and not sleeping well. Partly from just growing older and gaining somewhat of maturity.
I will unashamedly admit that a big part of my desperate wish to gain control of my life is to set my own work schedule. I am relatively lucky right now to have somewhat of a flexible work schedule. But, I want that 4 hour work week thing. I want to be able to travel whenever wherever (which also means financial freedom).
Another reason is to really taste the fruit of my labor. Working for a boss or a company just doesn't quite give me the same satisfaction. I selfishly wish for the day when I can support myself (paying rent, buying yummy food, traveling) through my projects.
Besides Spirit Ink, I'm starting another Education Tech project with friends, while I work part-time doing Marketing for a Startup, part-time tutoring, commuting 2-3 hours a day. And I will be collaborating with my best friend on a Advice blog for early twenties professionals. BF carefully suggests that I am spreading myself too thin, to which I obviously scream "DON'T TELL ME WHAT TO DO!!!" unreasonably. I do agree silently, but YOLO AMIRITE?
k GOTTA GO BE BUSY AND MAKING SOMETHING OUT OF MYSELF (SO I TELL MYSELF).
Showing posts with label bf. Show all posts
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27.8.12
Done: Chocolate cupcakes with PeanutButter Frosting
It's been a crazy couple of weeks, and I really haven't had the time or the energy OR the material to even write about.
But, yesterday, I woke up earlier than my usual morning time on Sunday. So, I decided to bake some cupcakes since I haven't in a while. And my boyfriend's sisters have been asking for them for a while.
And I got a new camera! yay.
I don't really have a recipe for this.
Chocolate cake is the only cake that I prefer cake mix.
It's so easy and the cake mixes tend to be really good.
Not too sticky or too sweet.
I try to get the dark chocolate ones since they are obviously less sweet.
As for the frosting, I never buy the pre made frosting from the market.
They are just gross to me.
I usually don't use recipe for the frosting.
For this particular cupcakes, I just eyeballed everything.
1 + 1/2 stick of unsalted butter that I melted in the microwave for 10 seconds.
Then, I hand-whip it to make fluffy.
6 spoonful of peanut butter (creamy organic peanut butter)
I just went by the taste of it. I added more when I thought the frosting could be more peanut-y.
Then, I just hand-whipped it some more until the whole thing was one color.
When it comes to powdered sugar, I also just eyeball it.
I just add some until it's not so buttery.
I try to make it not so sickeningly sweet.
And that's it!
But, yesterday, I woke up earlier than my usual morning time on Sunday. So, I decided to bake some cupcakes since I haven't in a while. And my boyfriend's sisters have been asking for them for a while.
And I got a new camera! yay.
I don't really have a recipe for this.
Chocolate cake is the only cake that I prefer cake mix.
It's so easy and the cake mixes tend to be really good.
Not too sticky or too sweet.
I try to get the dark chocolate ones since they are obviously less sweet.
As for the frosting, I never buy the pre made frosting from the market.
They are just gross to me.
I usually don't use recipe for the frosting.
For this particular cupcakes, I just eyeballed everything.
1 + 1/2 stick of unsalted butter that I melted in the microwave for 10 seconds.
Then, I hand-whip it to make fluffy.
6 spoonful of peanut butter (creamy organic peanut butter)
I just went by the taste of it. I added more when I thought the frosting could be more peanut-y.
Then, I just hand-whipped it some more until the whole thing was one color.
When it comes to powdered sugar, I also just eyeball it.
I just add some until it's not so buttery.
I try to make it not so sickeningly sweet.
And that's it!
18.6.12
Done: Meet the parents
After dating for 3 1/2 yrs, it finally happened! I met THE PARENTS of the bf.
It was his graduation, and I returned the favor and went to his grad, as he came to mine.
I made him a lei and errrthing. I should have taken a picture, but got lazy.
Anyhoos, I met them. The whole family actually. hahahaha
Of course, being the dummy (the nicest insult I can think of to describe him in this situation) that he is, he did not tell his sisters and told his dad the day of.
Imagine the awkwardness. lol.
I'm not that awkward usually, but it was a weird situation when I finally met them, especially since he was participating in his graduation, thus not present when I met them! ISNT THAT GREAT? lol
His mom knew, and I had already met his cousins; but, it was weird lol.
Then, I awkwardly introduced myself. AND THEN, after a while, I asked his sister, sooooo he didn't tell you I was coming huh.. hahahaha and she said, no he didn't, and I was really confused when I first saw you. HAHA.
oh god.
And then, he walked, and the ceremony ended surprisingly quickly since it was a major only ceremony (even though my satellite ceremony ran WAY TOO EFFING LONG).
And I told him, introduce me more formally, and thank you for making this situation really awkward for me. ha. ha.
And he did. And it was still kinda weird, but fine at the same time.
took pictures and went to roscoes and had chicken and waffle!
His family was really nice, and I am grateful to have finally met them.
And even though I know it took a lot for him to bring me to meet his fam, I still do not approve of the way he went about it. I find it quite inconsiderate of him, but he apologized and I'll get over it.
This is a post that makes me appreciate that people don't really read my blog. HAHA
It's more for my benefit of thinking out loud, rather than recording a monumental moment.
Though sometimes I feel like I've been through a lot and learned a lot, there are still so many things I am completely new at and feel uncomfortable about. Today was one of those days.
I never really got nervous about meeting new people and interacting, but since his family is important, I was concerned and felt awkward.
It must have drained me since I was exhausted when I came home and napped for a while right after. It also could have been due to the fact that the ceremony was at 10 AM, and the bf picked me up at like 8. WAY TOO EARLY.
But regardless of everything and how things went today, this meeting made things more real? I mean obviously the relationship is real, and I do love being in it. Also, we've talked about our future together and what not, and never really felt awkward about "the talk." But, the whole union of two families and so on and so forth seemed too soon? I am not at all concerned about just the two of us. However, I am extremely concerned about the possibility of joining our two COMPLETELY different families together, and the possible disaster and awkwardness the union may bring forth.
Seems overall rather unpleasant.
Something everyone wants to avoid.
Rather problematic.
This issue obviously isn't the only problem we have. It also isn't "our" problem; most couples experience similar issues regarding families.
But, it's still annoying to have to deal with it.
Relationships, romantic or platonic, are hard to begin with. But, add external issues that are beyond our controls. What do you end up with? A test of strength and commitment?
Why can't we all just get the fuck along?
And why are so many things "taboo" and "wrong"?
and on this note, growing up really blows.
Forever young?
Hayon
It was his graduation, and I returned the favor and went to his grad, as he came to mine.
I made him a lei and errrthing. I should have taken a picture, but got lazy.
Anyhoos, I met them. The whole family actually. hahahaha
Of course, being the dummy (the nicest insult I can think of to describe him in this situation) that he is, he did not tell his sisters and told his dad the day of.
Imagine the awkwardness. lol.
I'm not that awkward usually, but it was a weird situation when I finally met them, especially since he was participating in his graduation, thus not present when I met them! ISNT THAT GREAT? lol
His mom knew, and I had already met his cousins; but, it was weird lol.
Then, I awkwardly introduced myself. AND THEN, after a while, I asked his sister, sooooo he didn't tell you I was coming huh.. hahahaha and she said, no he didn't, and I was really confused when I first saw you. HAHA.
oh god.
And then, he walked, and the ceremony ended surprisingly quickly since it was a major only ceremony (even though my satellite ceremony ran WAY TOO EFFING LONG).
And I told him, introduce me more formally, and thank you for making this situation really awkward for me. ha. ha.
And he did. And it was still kinda weird, but fine at the same time.
took pictures and went to roscoes and had chicken and waffle!
His family was really nice, and I am grateful to have finally met them.
And even though I know it took a lot for him to bring me to meet his fam, I still do not approve of the way he went about it. I find it quite inconsiderate of him, but he apologized and I'll get over it.
This is a post that makes me appreciate that people don't really read my blog. HAHA
It's more for my benefit of thinking out loud, rather than recording a monumental moment.
Though sometimes I feel like I've been through a lot and learned a lot, there are still so many things I am completely new at and feel uncomfortable about. Today was one of those days.
I never really got nervous about meeting new people and interacting, but since his family is important, I was concerned and felt awkward.
It must have drained me since I was exhausted when I came home and napped for a while right after. It also could have been due to the fact that the ceremony was at 10 AM, and the bf picked me up at like 8. WAY TOO EARLY.
But regardless of everything and how things went today, this meeting made things more real? I mean obviously the relationship is real, and I do love being in it. Also, we've talked about our future together and what not, and never really felt awkward about "the talk." But, the whole union of two families and so on and so forth seemed too soon? I am not at all concerned about just the two of us. However, I am extremely concerned about the possibility of joining our two COMPLETELY different families together, and the possible disaster and awkwardness the union may bring forth.
Seems overall rather unpleasant.
Something everyone wants to avoid.
Rather problematic.
This issue obviously isn't the only problem we have. It also isn't "our" problem; most couples experience similar issues regarding families.
But, it's still annoying to have to deal with it.
Relationships, romantic or platonic, are hard to begin with. But, add external issues that are beyond our controls. What do you end up with? A test of strength and commitment?
Why can't we all just get the fuck along?
And why are so many things "taboo" and "wrong"?
and on this note, growing up really blows.
Forever young?
Hayon
8.6.12
Done: Get a fountain pen & ink!
Just for funzies, the bf got me gifts because he's nice lol.
One of them was a fountain pen! A real one with the empty ink tube and a piston to fill in the tube.
It's Noodler's Flex Tip Pen in Clear.
Also, he got a bottle of ink for the pen.
Apparently, he recently met a guy in class that collected fountain pens and ink and what not. So from his advice, he got the Baystate Blue that uses this antique recipe for the color.
However, the ink is a bit frisky. It doesn't mix well with other ink, so once you use it in a pen, the pen is pretty much not going to be used for other ink. And once it gets on ya, it'll be ages before you can get it off.
It also is very dark so it may bleed through some papers.
But, with all that scary things about the ink, it is so beautiful. And it's waterproof and dries very quickly.
I would put up a picture of some amazing calligraphy I did. But, I didn't take pictures of it, and it really wasn't amazing or impressive. lol.
But, I think this is such a cool gift, especially for Father's day.
I am definitely getting my dad a pen. Something a bit older looking, though.
Feelin' Classy,
Hayon
23.5.12
Done #11: Improv Comedy Show
So since I've moved back home, I don't get to see my boyfriend very often. Obviously, it was way more convenient when both of us were in LA.
So, when I do see him, we try to make it worth our while!
He picked me up, and I was craving pasta. And what better place to get my load of carbs than Olive Garden???? haha
And one of my "wish list" was to get a glass of wine with my pasta - so I ordered a wine-ish drink. haha
I wanted something sweeter than just wine lol. whatever! I have no shame.
Anyways, the food I ended up getting was the soup, salad and breadstick combo, but no regrets. They were all freakin delicious.
Then, we decided to watch the avengers (which to me was alright. It was really fun to watch and all, but I wouldn't watch it again and again?) with his cousins, which is A BIG NEWS since I have only met his cousin once and that was the first time "meeting" his family!
I convinced him that it is a great idea for me to meet his two cousins hahaha. And they warmed up to me pretty quickly! I'm a nice person! HAH! win for me!
I got this for the movie snack. love love love. I love this brand of chocolate!
Then, we dropped them off! And off we went to (my initial wish destination was downtown disney, but it was a Friday which means hell hole) The block of Orange, which turned out to be a TERRIBLE idea since we couldn't even find parking.
So, disappointed we left, and headed for my house.
Then, a brilliant idea came to my head! Let's go to the Maverick Theater to watch their weekly Improv Shmimprove show!
I used to go often in my high school days since it is SO funny and only $5!
Even though it starts at 11 PM, and I suggest that you get there like 15 minutes before just in case it fills up.
Anyways, I wanted to take my brother with us since it feels like he doesn't get out much lol.
While we waited for time to pass, the bf and I walked my dog around the neighborhood and laughed at her unathleticism and the followed adorable-ness(?).
And finally off we went to the show!
SO FREAKIN FUNNY. and so very hipster, the crowd was lol.
I was initially concerned that it wouldn't be funny since I haven't been in a while and my sense of humor... well.. let's just say is not SUPER sophisticated hahahaha. But, of course they were as impressive as ever! and the bf and broho really enjoyed the show!
Basically, the premise is they have two teams consisting of 3 ppl, and they battle it out with different improv games. Hil-A-RIOUS.
And you can actually roll the dice when you pay for the ticket. If you win against the host, you don't pay; if you lose, you pay $10. Being the unadventurous shmuck, I opted out and just paid the flat $5, along with my sensible bf and broho.
But, it was hilarious overall, and I've been meaning to pay the theater a visit anyways! 2 birds w/ 1 stone.
(:
Brought back a lot of high school memories.
But, seriously.. when did EVERYTHING "downtown" get so effing HIPSTER?
hipsters are taking over the world..
concerned,
Hayon
So, when I do see him, we try to make it worth our while!
He picked me up, and I was craving pasta. And what better place to get my load of carbs than Olive Garden???? haha
And one of my "wish list" was to get a glass of wine with my pasta - so I ordered a wine-ish drink. haha
Anyways, the food I ended up getting was the soup, salad and breadstick combo, but no regrets. They were all freakin delicious.
Then, we decided to watch the avengers (which to me was alright. It was really fun to watch and all, but I wouldn't watch it again and again?) with his cousins, which is A BIG NEWS since I have only met his cousin once and that was the first time "meeting" his family!
I convinced him that it is a great idea for me to meet his two cousins hahaha. And they warmed up to me pretty quickly! I'm a nice person! HAH! win for me!
Then, we dropped them off! And off we went to (my initial wish destination was downtown disney, but it was a Friday which means hell hole) The block of Orange, which turned out to be a TERRIBLE idea since we couldn't even find parking.
So, disappointed we left, and headed for my house.
Then, a brilliant idea came to my head! Let's go to the Maverick Theater to watch their weekly Improv Shmimprove show!
I used to go often in my high school days since it is SO funny and only $5!
Even though it starts at 11 PM, and I suggest that you get there like 15 minutes before just in case it fills up.
Anyways, I wanted to take my brother with us since it feels like he doesn't get out much lol.
While we waited for time to pass, the bf and I walked my dog around the neighborhood and laughed at her unathleticism and the followed adorable-ness(?).
And finally off we went to the show!
SO FREAKIN FUNNY. and so very hipster, the crowd was lol.
I was initially concerned that it wouldn't be funny since I haven't been in a while and my sense of humor... well.. let's just say is not SUPER sophisticated hahahaha. But, of course they were as impressive as ever! and the bf and broho really enjoyed the show!
Basically, the premise is they have two teams consisting of 3 ppl, and they battle it out with different improv games. Hil-A-RIOUS.
And you can actually roll the dice when you pay for the ticket. If you win against the host, you don't pay; if you lose, you pay $10. Being the unadventurous shmuck, I opted out and just paid the flat $5, along with my sensible bf and broho.
But, it was hilarious overall, and I've been meaning to pay the theater a visit anyways! 2 birds w/ 1 stone.
(:
Brought back a lot of high school memories.
But, seriously.. when did EVERYTHING "downtown" get so effing HIPSTER?
hipsters are taking over the world..
concerned,
Hayon
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