Category: blog
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estrangement
Read more: estrangementTell us about a time when you felt out of place Since my dad passed away, I feel like the third wheel whenever I’m with my brother and mom. My dad was everything to me. He’s the one who would put me in girly dresses, curl my hair, and even cut my hair. He was…
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random thoughts parte seis
Read more: random thoughts parte seisA few things before I start the month: I had every intention of posting more feet pics on my feetfinder account but my toenail cracked (it happens sometimes due to my anemia) so I’ll have to wait till it looks better and then go back for a pedicure. Got an email from WordPress about becoming…
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offline
Read more: offlineYour life without a computer: what does it look like? Currently watching: Sheng Wang Sweet & Juicy (on Netflix). It’s a slow burn but funny nevertheless. I’m gonna say that it would be boring AF. Things would be at a much slower-paced lifestyle, that’s for sure. I wouldn’t even know that any of you lovely…
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dear dad parte cinq (tw: death)
Read more: dear dad parte cinq (tw: death)Currently listening to: Everybody Hurts – R.E.M. It took me awhile to write this post…I needed to be in the right headspace. Writing about his death was rather difficult because it honestly triggered me. I can recall every detail and it felt like I was vividly reliving the whole ordeal all over again. dear daddear…
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aprender : to learn…or not to learn…that is the ?
Read more: aprender : to learn…or not to learn…that is the ?What skill would you like to learn? Currently listening to: Girl I’m Gonna Miss You – Milli Vanilli It’s a tragedy for me to see the dream is overAnd I never will forget the day we metGirl, I’m gonna miss you I only started listening to this song because of the Netflix show, Monsters, and…
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tiffany’s
Read more: tiffany’sSerious question: Would it be tacky if I gave my friend a Tiffany bracelet that an ex got me years ago? I wouldn’t pass it off as new, I’d let her know that it was a piece I’ve had for a while? I could take it into the store for a cleaning and then box…
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pay a10shun
Read more: pay a10shunWhat details of my life could I pay more attention to? Currently listening to: Attention – Charlie Puth Damn, I feel like I’m being called out. I guess I’d have to say that I should pay more attention to my brain than what my heart. My mind is pragmatic, logical, and succinct. It is efficient,…
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6^3
Read more: 6^3Currently listening to: greedy – Tate McRae During our uni days, my friends and I used to talk about the 6-6-6 dating requirements. Six feet tall. I like to wear heels that are 4″, which would make me 5’10” and it’s hard to do with a short king. Six figures. I don’t want him to…
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today and tomorrow
Read more: today and tomorrowWhat’s your #1 priority tomorrow? Currently listening to: Today – The Smashing Pumpkins Today is the greatest Day I’ve ever known Can’t live for tomorrow, Tomorrow’s much too long I’ll burn my eyes out Before I get out I don’t have anything that takes priority for tomorrow, everything has to get done one way or…
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polyamorous
Read more: polyamorousCurrently watching: Monsters – The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (on Netflix) I met Ali through a mutual acquaintance. I can’t say that I knew Sally that well but she seemed worldly and knew tons of people. The more I got to know Ali, the more fascinating he became to me. He was from Pakistan,…
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work smarter, not harder
Read more: work smarter, not harderIn what ways does hard work make you feel fulfilled? Currently watching : The English (on prime) I’m passionate about healthcare, it’s one of the things I excel at and can get behind. I feel accomplished in my field and yet I want to keep learning more. As much as I love my job, I…
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don’t speak
Read more: don’t speakCurrently listening to: No Need to Argue – The Cranberries Sometimes, I can hear my neighbors screaming in Korean. It makes me extremely uncomfortable. The dad sounds almost belligerent, it’s hard to tell what language that he’s shouting in. They seem to do this every month. I called the cops on them a couple of…
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imperfect
Read more: imperfectWhat’s the trait I value most about myself? Currently listening to: Perfect – One Direction Who’s still listening to this in 2024? Le sigh… Hmmm so traits that are of benefit, let’s go: responsible ambitious at times, funny empathetic adventurous + being naughty adaptable open-mindedness conscientious ability to communicate in English,한국어, y Español discreet (when…
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talk me out of it
Read more: talk me out of itThe one I actually want is the body sculpt leggings in verdant green but it’s $58.99 (including the 31% off). They also have the body sculpt leggings (reversible wear) in forest green/oasis green for $84.99. I am still on the fence about it. Ugh. Maybe I’ll wait for Black Friday or Cyber Monday and hope…
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make a wish
Read more: make a wishthe 1 – Taylor Swift And if my wishes came trueIt would’ve been youIn my defense, I have noneFor never leaving well enough aloneBut it would’ve been funIf you would’ve been the one I, I, I persist and resist the temptation to ask youIf one thing had been differentWould everything be different today? I remember…
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dream(er) jobs
Read more: dream(er) jobsList three jobs you’d consider pursuing if money didn’t matter. Currently listening to: You’re Losing Me – Taylor Swift How long could we be a sad song‘Til we were too far gone to bring back to life?I gave you all my best me’s, my endless empathyAnd all I did was bleed as I tried to…
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die hard
Read more: die hardI was being terrorized in my own home. A mosquito from hell entered my house and bit the shit out of me. It’s gotten me seven times before I was able to squash the crap out of it. Yippee ki yay, MF. I’ve developed Skeeter syndrome from the damn mosquito bites. Not only is it…
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korea town
Read more: korea townWhat aspects of your cultural heritage are you most proud of or interested? I often times get confused for being Japanese whenever I go to Little Tokyo or K-Town (Korea Town). My own people don’t know what I am. I can’t blame them though. I love all things that are kawaii, especially Sanrio (my favorite…
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you’re so fkn special
Read more: you’re so fkn specialCurrently listening to: Creep – Radiohead. Whatever makes you happy Whatever you want You’re so fuckin’ special I wish I was special It’s been a day to say the least. There are days when I’ll turn my phone off just to escape from the digital world. I dislike phone calls, especially from numbers that I…
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guilty by association
Read more: guilty by associationWhat brands do you associate with? Just a few that I relate to: Never imitate, always innovate – Cartier. I feel that I am continuously evolving as a human. It’s finger lickin’ good – KFC. You’d have to ask Zaddy. Let’s go places – Toyota. I may be biased cause I drive a Toyota. Better…
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sushi monster 1.0
Read more: sushi monster 1.0I will travel for food if it’s good. This restaurant, Sushi Nikkei (sushi with a Peruvian twist), has been bookmarked for a few months and I finally got around to going there with the Veteran. It’s earned a Michelin Guide for 2023. Oba roll: crispy salmon, avo topped with salmon, parrillera, jalapeño sauce, chalaquita. Dusty roll:…
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just do it
Read more: just do itWhat could you do more of? This could be a mixed bag…but if we’re being honest, I’d say these would be things: forgiveness. I’m not vengeful but it’s hard for me to forget people, places, and things that were done. It hurts so much sometimes. I go by the saying, “Out of sight, out…
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korean vibes
Read more: korean vibesI chopped off four inches of my hair, it still hits a little below the shoulders. It was growing like there was no tomorrow. If you watch K-dramas, you’re probably familiar with 가체, traditionally worn during the Silla period till they were banned during the Jeoson dynasty. Of course, theirs was more ornate, bigger, and…
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actually, i can
Read more: actually, i canWhat’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Currently listening to: So Good – Halsey My dad tried to have “the talk” with me in Korean. It wasn’t just once but multiple times and we would have the same dialogue every time. Dad: all men are thieves Me: *laughs* Dad: really, they will steal…
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dress me #2
Read more: dress me #2Currently listening to: Hands Clean – Alanis Morissette Ooh, this could be messy andOoh, I don’t seem to mindOoh, don’t go telling everybodyAnd overlook this supposed crimeWe’ll fast forward to a few years laterAnd no one knows except the both of usAnd I have honored your request for silenceAnd you’ve washed your hands clean of…
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no drama
Read more: no dramaPlaying: No More Drama – Charlie Puth Beau Mec and I were at the bar, minding our own business, having a drink, when all the sudden an Indian couple came and sat next to us. Ugh. Why? There were plenty of other seats elsewhere. Couldn’t they sit over there instead? I began feeling uncomfortable with…
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energy vampire
Read more: energy vampireWhat things give you energy? Most often the energy vampires suck the life out of me…after being around people for too long, I feel like I need to go to sleep and go into a day long coma just to revive again. I get hyped up from many things (by myself), not to say that…
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괜찮을거 야
Read more: 괜찮을거 야My friend and I have different definitions when it comes to fucking around in the flesh. Maybe I have my walls up too high…and I don’t require as much physical touch as she does, although every once in a while I do crave being hugged tightly. It sucks catching feelings when you don’t want to…
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just press play
Read more: just press playWhat’s your all-time favorite album? Currently into: The Door – Teddy Swims I took a page out of your favorite book You sold me lies just by the way you look Taught me a language that I’ll never speak Baby, that ain’t for me, that, that ain’t for me This song reminds me of an…
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dress me
Read more: dress meI need help. I haven’t bought clothes in forever and I need new fits. This store keeps showing up on my feed so I think I’ll give it a try but there are so many cute outfits that I can’t pick. The reviews say the quality is okay, better than fast fashion stores, and the…
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random thoughts parte cinco
Read more: random thoughts parte cincoIn heavy rotation: You’re on Your Own, Kid – Taylor Swift Lots of things are going on right now so let’s get into it: I’m tired of this demure shit, it’s gotten me nowhere and the ratchet in me is waiting to come out. I am annoying myself with this sad sack emo nonsense that…
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information download
Read more: information downloadWhich topics would you like to be more informed about? There’s so much to learn about but I’d say that these are my top five for now: excel. I’m literally fighting for my life with these spreadsheets. love. I don’t think it’s real anymore. banking. That’s why I’m in this class, Just Money: Banking as…
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…wait for me…
Read more: …wait for me…Currently listening to: Cry – Cigarettes After Sex It’s making you cry every time You give your love to me this way Saying you’d wait for me to stay I know it hurts you We started our journey together in Minnesota. From there on out, whenever I moved… he moved. For three states, this went…
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a quiet place
Read more: a quiet placeWhat would your life be like without music? It would be quiet, empty, lonesome, boring AF, and I wouldn’t know half of the things that I know now. I mean who would have taught me about: Candy Shop – 50 cent feat Olivia sex When You Were Young – The Killers infidelity We Don’t Talk…
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starfishy
Read more: starfishyCurrently listening to: We Didn’t Start the Fire – Fall Out Boy Trump gets impeached twice, Polar bears got no ice Fyre Fest, Black Parade, Michael Phelps, Y2K Boris Johnson, Brexit, Kanye West and Taylor Swift Stranger Things, Tiger King, Ever Given, Suez We didn’t start the fire It was always burning since the world’s…
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togetherness
Read more: togethernessHow do you celebrate holidays? my bruh and his fam come over, eat, chill, and sleep over travel w/loved ones go out with friends and get lit
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throwback zombies
Read more: throwback zombiesFrom a few years ago. We look absolutely ridiculous. We decided to be zombies because we were dead inside. My friends recommended that I be a zombie cat cause I’m skittish around people. I’d love nothing more than to hide and sleep. If you’re nice and patient with me, I might let you touch me…depending…
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one direction
Read more: one directionWrite about your most epic baking or cooking fail. I can’t say that I have…cause I follow the directions on the recipes. I dislike wasting food and time. If I’m gonna do something, I want to do it right the first time. Plus, if it looks too labor intensive, I say, “fuck it” and get…
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nothingness
Read more: nothingnessCurrently listening to: Cinnamon Girl – Lana Del Rey There’s things I wanna talk about But better not to give But if you hold me without hurting me You’ll be the first who ever did After dinner, he followed me home. I was too tired to take a shower. Instead, I changed into my pajamas…
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schooled
Read more: schooledShare a lesson you wish you had learned earlier in life. There are a few things that I’ve learned the hard way:
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C12H22O11 baby
Read more: C12H22O11 babyCurrently listening to: everything i wanted – Billie Eilish Coulda been a nightmareBut it felt like they were right thereAnd it feels like yesterday was a year agoBut I don’t wanna let anybody know‘Cause everybody wants something from me nowAnd I don’t wanna let ’em down Here’s the overthinking in me. As I was compiling…
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everything i wanted
Read more: everything i wantedWhat are your favorite types of foods? I love savory foods…periodt. Almost any type of ethnic/genre too. I’ve been fortunate to try lots of different cuisines, but these are my favs: K-BBQ, KFC (Korean fried chicken) sushi/nigiri/rolls espagueti verde zereshk polo, fesenjan, and ash ricotta gnocchi Chicago style pizza deep dish boeuf bourguignon beyaynetu paella…
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shits + giggles
Read more: shits + gigglesCurrently listening to: The Way I am – Eminem ‘Cause I am whatever you say I am If I wasn’t, then why would I say I am? In the paper, the news, every day I am Ha, I don’t know, that’s just the way I am Reflections by Iba tagged me in this WP game. …
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run-dmc
Read more: run-dmcHow often do you walk or run? Currently listening to: In the Dark – Biig PiigMary Jane, thank you for the rec. Five to seven days a week, as long as I’m not on holiday. It’s a good stress reliever for me and it’s a way to maintain my health. I used to be in…
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today
Read more: todayCurrently listening to: Last Night – Morgan Wallen Might try to sing this at the NRB. Started with a nice little earthquake in the morning and then the group chats started popping off. Then it was non-stop work and meetings. Got the flu shot. Drink protein shake #1. Slept in my car during my lunch…
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before i become a gym bruh…
Read more: before i become a gym bruh…Currently listening to: I’m A Slave 4 U – Britney Spears I have this love-hate relationship with the gym. Whenever I go, I usually sign up for the whatever classes aren’t full or spend an hour or more doing cardio. But that isn’t helping with the fatness that’s going on my hips, thighs, core, and…
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ring leader
Read more: ring leaderDo you see yourself as a leader? Currently listening to: Circus – Britney Spears All eyes on me in the center of the ring just like a circusWhen I crack that whip everybody gon’ trip just like a circusDon’t stand there watching me, follow me, show me what you can doEverybody let go, we can…
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furiosa: a mad rojie saga
Read more: furiosa: a mad rojie sagaI didn’t watch the debate. I stopped watching the news a long time ago. The fires are growing and it’s not contained at all. My phone was going off nonstop from friends and fam. I found it to be hella annoying to me so I actually turned my phone off and watched Furiosa instead. I…
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rizzed up
Read more: rizzed upWhat’s your favorite word? There are so many that I love to say: no + it’s a hard no, are my favs vengeance penchant intentional winner sobremesa shenanigans concupiscent 사랑해 visceral reaction smitten My fav words I love to hear: for you? anything… wanna go eat? goddess me encanta… moist, Duncan Hines moist to be…
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i can’t…
Read more: i can’t…Fuck these fires that are going on in SoCal. My friends keep texting me about the progress of the fires. It’s burned over 8500 acres and it’s slowly inching its way closer to me and my friends. I hope the firefighters get it contained soon… And Rae (an outlier of the group) who asked me…
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the bed beckons
Read more: the bed beckonsWhat are you doing this evening? Currently listening to: Cruel Summer – Taylor Swift It’s a cruel summerIt’s cool, that’s what I tell ’emNo rules in breakable heaven I’m drunk in the back of the carAnd I cried like a baby coming home from the bar (oh)Said, “I’m fine, ” but it wasn’t true I’m…
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toxic(a)
Read more: toxic(a)What personality trait in people raises a red flag with you? There are so many but here’s a short list: Bullying Narcissism Anger management issues Never meeting their friends or they have no friends Lack of accountability Lack of empathy Abusive behavior Gaslighting Controlling or possessive Inconsistency Emotionally unavailable Lies. I know everyone says white…
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???
Read more: ???Mood: wistful Currently listening to: feel like shit – Tate McRae Oh, I won’t lie, I thought I might dieI couldn’t even sleep at allAnd maybe I’ll get used to it (ah, ah)But right now I just feel like shit (ah, ah) Just a few questions, if you have the answers, I’d greatly appreciate it:…
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ideally…
Read more: ideally…Describe your ideal week. My days are unscripted as anything can happen at work. Because of this, everything aside from work gets pushed to the back burner and I feel like I’m constantly trying to catch up on life. But if we were talking about our work wishlist, this is what it would be: I’d…
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maybe in the next life
Read more: maybe in the next lifeSometimes we talk about what’s living rent free in our minds. Hers happens to be about a man who slipped through her fingers. Now, he’s an intrusive thought that pops into her brain relentlessly. Uninvited. How rude. People come and go. Like the ocean tides coming to and fro. Regrets, bitterness, and heartache. Questioning how…
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we are the dreamers
Read more: we are the dreamersName the professional athletes you respect the most and why. Currently listening to: Dreamers – 정국 (from BTS) feat. Fahad Al Kubaisi. There are three fútbol players that I have mad respect for: Cristiano Ronaldo – five Ballon d’Or awards and the first man to score 900 career goals. Lionel Messi – eight Ballon d’Or…
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deja vu part three
Read more: deja vu part threeCurrently listening to: How Did it End? – Taylor Swift Say it once again with feeling How the death rattle breathing Silenced as the soul was leaving The deflation of our dreaming Leaving me bereft and reeling My beloved ghost and me Sitting in a tree D-Y-I-N-G Several months passed and Zaddy and I were…
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r&r
Read more: r&rHow do you relax? Isn’t that the truth? There are so many things I do to relax: exercise deep breathing sex/masturbate…a lot…gotta get that cardio listen to classical music – these days it’s Johannes Brahms but I’m really feeling Symphony No.1 in C minor, Op.68 take a nap drink decaf hot tea get a massage…
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sapiosexual
Read more: sapiosexualI am guilty of this. There’s nothing worse than a good looking man who speaks unintelligibly. I’m extremely attracted to highly intelligent men. Men who are well read, articulate, have sensitive intelligence, motivated, and are polished….fuck, I think it’s sexy AF. But I think most women do too. During the tenth grade in high school,…
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dear dad part quatre (tw: dying)
Read more: dear dad part quatre (tw: dying)Currently listening to: When You’re Gone – Avril Lavigne When you’re gone The pieces of my heart are missin’ you And when you’re gone The face I came to know is missin’ too Two days had passed since the meeting with my dad’s healthcare team. My brother and I were not on speaking terms. He…
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gen a
Read more: gen aIf you had to give up one word that you use regularly, what would it be? Currently listening to: Parents Just Don’t Understand – DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince You know parents are the sameNo matter time nor placeThey don’t understand that us kidsAre going to make some mistakesSo to you, all the…
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in a moment
Read more: in a momentCurrently listening to: loml – Taylor Swift For whatever reason, I had this song on an hour loop while driving to work. The lyrics sank in and every time I heard the words over and over, I could feel an overwhelming feeling of sadness. Before I knew it, I found myself bawling like a little…
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bad blood (rojie’s version)
Read more: bad blood (rojie’s version)Are you holding a grudge? About? In the mix: Bad Blood – Taylor Swift Feat. Kendrick Lamar Did you have to do this?I was thinking that you could be trustedDid you have to ruinWhat was shining? Now it’s all rustedDid you have to hit meWhere I’m weak? Baby, I couldn’t breatheAnd rub it in so…
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europa
Read more: europaShare a story about the furthest you’ve ever traveled from home. Currently listening to: HOT TO GO! – Chappell Roan H-O-T-T-O-G-OYou can take me hot to go From California to S. Korea, it’s about 6004 miles.From California to Italy, it’s about 6353 miles. So I guess, Italy it is. I am horrible with directions. I…
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being korean
Read more: being koreanCurrently listening to: Tally – Blackpink I say “fuck it” when I feel it ‘Cause no one’s keeping tally, I do what I want with who I like I ain’t gon’ conceal it While you talking all that shit, I’ll be getting mine, getting mine Being Korean is one of the hardest things I…
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keep calm and persevere
Read more: keep calm and persevereCurrently listening to: Forever – Suho Lead me to the way towards you I’ve been waitin’ for so long I’m ready to run to you I’m probably the worst person to get relationship advice from but people frequently want to talk about it with me. Why? IDK but bless their little hearts. Now imagine me…
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feels like home
Read more: feels like homeWhat does your ideal home look like? Currently listening to: Coming Home – Diddy feat. Skylar Grey I’m coming homeTell the world I’m coming homeLet the rain wash away all the pain of yesterdayI know my kingdom awaits and they’ve forgiven my mistakesI’m coming home, I’m coming home Right now, my ideal home is the…
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stan
Read more: stanCurrently listening to: Stan – Eminem feat. Dido My tea’s gone cold, I’m wondering why IGot out of bed at allThe morning rain clouds up my windowAnd I can’t see at all The other day, I was cleaning my bathroom, it instantly reminded me of Tae. He was a major league Stan. We are both…
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we were somewhere else
Read more: we were somewhere elseWhat brings a tear of joy to your eye? Currently listening to: Paris – Taylor Swift I wanna brainwash you into loving me foreverI wanna transport you to somewhere the culture’s cleverConfess my truth in swooping, sloping, cursive lettersLet the only flashing lights be the tower at midnight There were three instances when I had…
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straight from the tortured poets department version 2.0 (rojie’s version)
Read more: straight from the tortured poets department version 2.0 (rojie’s version)I woke up to find a text from Beau Mec. He told me about his latest move. Then it dawned on me that I never followed up and finished writing about “us”. Currently listening to: The Tortured Poets Department – Taylor Swift No-fucking-body (Who’s gonna hold you? Who’s gonna hold you?) Nobody (Who’s gonna hold…
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bitches…
Read more: bitches…I’m in several group chats with various girlfriends. Some of the main characters overlap in the chats. Most of the time, we’re typing shit to each other or catching up in life. We don’t take offense to what’s being written. We trash talk consistently. We’re just being ridiculous and having a good time. Nothing but…
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from me to me
Read more: from me to meWhy do you blog? Currently listening to: The More You Ignore Me, The Closer I Get – Morrissey I am now a central partOf your mind’s landscapeWhether you care or do notYeah, I’ve made up your mind The more you ignore meThe closer I getYou’re wasting your time There are a reasons why I do…
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random thoughts, parte cuatro
Read more: random thoughts, parte cuatroThere’s a lot going on right now: looking at flights to the big island, the audacity of Hawaiian airlines sending me emails full of deals. My mind is not on work. I got summoned for jury duty. I hope I catch a case…for once. I go every time, hoping that I will get a big…
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would it be okay…
Read more: would it be okay…Currently listening to: I Can Do It With a Broken Heart – Taylor Swift ‘Cause I’m a real tough kid, I can handle my shitThey said, “Babe, you gotta fake it ’til you make it” and I didLights, camera, bitch smile, even when you wanna die Me: Would it be okay if I was the…
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well, the pleasure, the privilege is mine…
Read more: well, the pleasure, the privilege is mine…Interview someone — a friend, another blogger, your mother, the mailman — and write a post based on their responses. Currently listening to: There Is a Light That Never Goes Out – The Smiths I’m unsure as to what I’m supposed to ask in this “interview” with others?But here’s the excerpt of our convo. Jules…
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challenge accepted
Read more: challenge acceptedOne of my male friends was complaining about how he’s unable to find a suitable partner. I think it’s mostly because he is very conservative and his political views can be a turn off to many females. He is a short king, he doesn’t clear six feet but he has other redeeming qualities. He is…
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what’s good?
Read more: what’s good?How are you feeling right now? Currently listening to: Birds of a Feather – Billie Eilish I could start fires with what I feel for you.– David Ramirez I’m going through PMS right now. I want to eat everything. Beef chips. Spicy ramen. Birria tacos. Street cart fries from Spitz. AYCE sushi. I want a…
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duality
Read more: dualityCurrently listening to: Apocalypse – Cigarettes After Sex Kisses on the foreheads of the loversWrapped in your arms You’ve been hiding them in hollowed out pianosLeft in the dark Got the music in you, babyTell me why As much as I love getting fucked stupid with my eyes rolling back into my head as if…
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habitual
Read more: habitualWhat daily habit do you do that improves your quality of life? Currently listening to: happier – Olivia Rodrigo drinking copious amounts of water taking daily multi-vitamins I don’t drink pop but will indulge in coffee or espresso and sometimes tea masturbate, sometimes 2fast and 2furious sing loudly in the car…by myself because no one…
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excerpts of dating a fob
Read more: excerpts of dating a fob“ㅋㅋ 바쁘신사봐여.. 답이 없으셔. TT.T” He’s straight off the boat…I mean the 비행기. He’s a doctor. He’s nothing like the k-dramas though. Yes, he’s full of compliments and is kind, I suppose. He’s tall and average looking. On paper, he’s every Korean parent’s wet dream. But it doesn’t feel…natural. Something is missing. Maybe, Korean dramas…
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good luck, babe
Read more: good luck, babeWhat was the last thing you searched for online? Why were you looking for it? I was looking up the lyrics for Good Luck, Babe! I wasn’t sure about some of the words to the song and thought I better double check before I start singing it all wrong in my car. I also love…
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dear dad part trois (tw: dying)
Read more: dear dad part trois (tw: dying)Currently listening to: Zombie – The Cranberries Days turned into weeks. Weeks turned into nearly a month. I spent most of my days at the hospital living in the waiting room or in my dad’s room in the ICU. My mom and I alternated where we slept while my brother took care of the logistics…
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stinge watching
Read more: stinge watchingWhat TV shows did you watch as a kid? Currently listening to: Taste – Sabrina Carpenter (TW violence, blood) I wasn’t allowed to watch much television growing up because school, homework, and practicing the piano/violin were my priorities. It was my job as a kid…and it was expected that I excel at it. We didn’t…
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the boys
Read more: the boysCurrently listening to: On My Way – Alan Walker, Sabrina Carpenter, & Farruko So then, when I’m finished I’m all ’bout my business and ready to save the world I’m taking my misery, make it my bitch Can’t be everyone’s favorite girl I have a lot of male friends. A lot. More than any one…
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in the middle of night
Read more: in the middle of nightWhat’s your favorite time of day? Currently listening to: Middle of the Night – Elley Duhé In the middle of the night, in the middle of the nightJust call my name, I’m yours to tameIn the middle of the night, in the middle of the nightI’m wide awake, I crave your tasteAll night long ’til…
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big butt
Read more: big buttCurrent listening to: My Humps – The Black Eyed Peas The running joke amongst my male friends is about my ass. I’ve got ass for days, which is unusual for most Asian females who have an extended back. I’ve had a few female friends ask if I’ve gotten a BBL. Nah, I would have preferred…
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dear dad part deux (tw: dying)
Read more: dear dad part deux (tw: dying)Currently listening to: everything i wanted – Billie Eilish I don’t remember what happened after we landed in MSP. Nor do I recall how we got to the hospital…I sincerely believe I disassociated at that moment. We located the ICU and found my dad’s room. It was dark and the machines were rhythmically beeping. I…
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dear dad
Read more: dear dadCurrently listening to: Ode to My Family – Cranberries My parents were at a friend’s house when he felt blood uncontrollably spilling out of his rectum. Their friends immediately drove them to the nearest emergency department in the city. Surprisingly, my dad walked through the doors and was quickly admitted. They prepped him for a…
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pushed from the precipice
Read more: pushed from the precipiceTell us about the last thing you got excited about. Currently listening to: Long Story Short – Taylor Swift When I checked my email and found out that I passed my certification examination. I tortured myself and studied for several months. I’d forego going out with friends and spent days studying at the library or…
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a tale of two cities
Read more: a tale of two citiesHow would you design the city of the future? If it were left to me, I’d have everything digitized to the max. I have my masters in informatics and I enjoy using the latest technology that’s available to me. In this “city of the future”, all the cars would drive by themselves, bullet trains going…
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brat vs demure
Read more: brat vs demureIf you haven’t seen the #demure #brat #mindful TikToks or IG, then this won’t be amusing. I go both ways. Brat: Sometimes, you have to be a little naughty. Demure: Very demure, very mindful. I don’t do too much.
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¿como te llamas?
Read more: ¿como te llamas?Where did your name come from? 현숙 (hyun sook) means peaceful river. Funny, how my parents thought I would be…and how I turned out to be.
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sick + tired
Read more: sick + tiredI have 620 hours of sick time. I wish I could roll it into my vacation bucket but unfortunately, they won’t let me. I rarely get sick. At most once a year? Earlier this year I had bronchitis, last year I had laryngitis, and before that it was in 2018 when I had a migraine…
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turnt
Read more: turntWhat motivates you? Currently listening to: the 1 – Taylor Swift I’ll be completely transparent on this: money mind blowing sex making a difference in the lives of others fam looking my best and living my best life the desire to succeed
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hustle and flow
Read more: hustle and flowCurrently listening to: Paparazzi – Lady Gaga I feel like I live in two worlds. The yin to my yang. Gemini (twins in Latin). Minnesota, where things are slower paced and people are living in the moment. Things are almost too chill and possibly borderline boring? Take that hour long lunch and stare into the…
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deja vu part two
Read more: deja vu part twoCurrently listening to: Ex-Girlfriend – No Doubt We keep repeating mistakes for souvenirs And we’ve been in between the days and years And I know that when I see you I’m going to die I know I’m going to want you and you know why It’s going to kill me to see you with the…
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preservations
Read more: preservationsWhat do you enjoy most about writing? It allows me to express my creativity. I have different styles of writing, it largely depends on my mood and what I’m writing about. I find that it’s a good way to reflect and hold myself accountable. If I write something and put it out into the public,…
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throw back
Read more: throw backWe were getting ready to go to First Ave for Halloween but I didn’t have a costume so one of my neighbors in the dorm gave me one her work fits to wear. She was a waitress/model. I put on the clothes and obviously, she looked much better in it than I did since she…