I just turned 21 on the 21st! This was supposed to be the day where I take my first sip of alcohol, but I obviously didn't hold up to that ideal. Not that I didn't have the will power, I just couldn't see the point in restricting myself in something I was truly curious about. I guess I wanted to go against the grain and keep that image of me being a virtuous, good girl. Boy was I a prude! My friend, that ship has sailed and I don't regret it one bit.
Studio picture!
I can't honestly remember a birthday where I was anticipating as much as I did for this one. It definitely exceeded my expectations, and I have that someone to thank for it :)
I never knew how tiring working full time is, and it's not even manual labor! 40-hr weeks - this is just a small glimpse of the future, and I'm already complaining.
I just purchased a new phone that looks so nifty, but I felt ridiculously guilty the minute I bought it. I'm glad that even Kim Doan has limits. But hey, I've been out of debt for some time now and I'm trying this whole "saving" thing. Let's see what the whole rave is all about.
Ping pong, tennis...I'm coming for you!
Though I didn't get to go on any trips this year, this break will probably go down as one of the best :) Work took a big chunk of my time, but even that was surprisingly enjoyable.
I know many claim they have the best friends in the world, but I think mines are truly awesome. I apologize for not seeing everyone, especially the Davis girls and past coworkers.
Back to reality.
I know you don't read this, but I want to personally thank you for making my break particularly delightful. Thank you.
Please remind to to study though =/, thanks!
I'm tired of just being content. It doesn't remotely satisfy me.
Friends are back for New Years. I hate the guilty feeling I get when I'm out having fun while knowing I'm not caught up with school. Things would just be easier if I stayed on track with assignments, but I guess I still haven't learned my lesson.
Anyway, I went clubbing for the first time with friends last night. Needless to say, I was tricked into going. I met up with them at Jenn's house and later on in the night, they told me they wanted to go to DnB. It just so happens that they entered the wrong freeway. "Surprise Kim! We're actually going clubbing. It's gay and lesbian night." I had fun.
I had work today at 5:30am. I swear I'm going to put in my two weeks tomorrow. It's nice to know I can stay out late Friday nights and sleep in on Saturdays. Boy, that would be pretty sweet. Sundays are study days, of course.
The internship has been okay. I just wish there were more people my age group that I can hang out/take breaks with. Oh, and here are pictures from the holiday party at the Fairmont awhile back.
That is my friend/coworker (more friend) Nhu at Thermo. She only comes in on Friday, boo =/.
Below is my fav <3 I can't believe people actually put these answers on exams.
Oh yeah, I'm going to take the light rail three times a week now (from work to school). SCARED, YET EXCITED! I haven't taken public transportation in forever. I just hope it doesn't become a drag.
The following week, I gave Linh instructions on what to do, where to sit. She just called to thank me by saying "The girl next to me was like 'uhhhhh, sorry, this seat is reserved for Linh.'" Hahahahah
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Man, I really enjoy my job so far. Even if it did take me quite awhile to adjust, the change in environment was just what I needed. From working retail at Target (don't tease! first jobs are always embarassing) to food industry at Starbucks, everything was so strictly regulated. Someone always knew where I was and I had to ask permission for everything. Over here, it's completely different. I think I was pestering the guy next to my cube saying "Hey, I'll be using the restroom real quick." "Hey, what time is my lunch?" "Hey, how long do we get?" He actually ended up giving me the "Corporate Life for Dummies" talk, how embarrassing.
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So when I signed onto aim, two people imed me to tell me how awesome it is that I joined facebook. Uhhh, wth?!?! I found out a couple of days ago that Michelle made an email account to sign me up for Facebook.
Kim: I'm going to delete it!
Michelle: then you delete my friendship along with it.
They always have a way to these kinds of things =/ Guess it'll just sit there idly. Lame.
I give up on making 2008 New Year's Resolutions because they've been the same since college started, haha.
How was 2007? Awkward. Yet, I guess I picked up a few things here and there.
You know what my problem is? Every time I come back to school after winter break, I fail to write the date with the correct year until probably the second month in. As a matter of fact, holding a pencil seems so foreign to me.
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I used to not like Chris Brown because he sounds like a whinny little boy, but all of the sudden his music appeals to me now. Also, I found this:
Here, Thu is trying so hard to smile knowing that we won't have anymore classes together. Hah
Jk, who's going to keep me in check now? =/
Favorites :] It's always nice to see close friends back home.
Hanging out at DnB's (missing: Linda...because she doesn't get enough sleep to pay attention)
First White Elephant Exchange at Buca:
I ended up getting makeup from An Hoang. No one stole the gift from me...thinking I needed it most. Thanks a lot guys.
Then later at Quang's:
Because I thought this was cute
Memorable night in Davis:
Giggles all around.
Dance Dance Dance
Snowboarding:
First time seeing snow fall from the sky. It was beautiful.
In the end, tree > kim =/
...more to come :)
I hope everyone has a great one :]
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You know what I want for Christmas? Better nail-painting skills. I'm pretty bad, but fortunately, I learned that chemicals in nail polish are not compatible with skin so it'll disappear in short time. I think I might just dip my whole hand in the bottle.
So this break all I'm going to do is work and play :D Wheeee. I'll be working more than what I'm actually used to, but it's fine by me because I like my job. I get nights and weekends to hang out with my loves or whoever else.
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Haha, it's even funnier because things like this are so true nowadays.
Someone with a facebook please put me as "complicated." Make me sound scandalous! ;)
- Mood:
cheerful - Music:Britney Spears - Break the ice (i know, i know...but it's so darn catchy!)
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hahaha, getting gas - makes me feel that way every time.
That snowman up there is cute, but it looks really bare without the hat and sticks as arms :[
Snow - I'm going to see you when I go snowboarding for my first time! Please be kind to me.
I'm okay.
I love the holidays, whether or not I have someone to spend it with. But oh, don't get me wrong, all that cutesy stuff is dandy. The whole trying to find the perfect gift for that person, worrying if they'll like it or not thing is a thrill. I hope all you lovebirds out there enjoy the holidays, not everyone is lucky as you are.
It seems my friends-to-get-gifts-list gets shorter every year. I guess I'll just spend more money on myself, wheeeeeeeeeeee. My wallet and I should meet under the mistle toe, but it's mad at me right now from the abuse I gave it on black friday =/
And oh, I got my first camera to call my own! Now these entries won't be so lonely. I'm super excited.
On a side note, maybe it's not so bad working at Starbucks once a week because I get to listen and sing along to Christmas music :]
And oh yeah, people should stop sending me AIM messages to join facebook. I've already abandonned myspace, haha.
I thought this was so nerdy, yet ridiculously cute :]
Anyway,
Leave your name and . . .
1. I'll respond with something random about you
2. I'll challenge you to try something
3. I'll tell you something I like about you
4. I'll tell you my first/clearest memory of you
5. I'll ask you something I've always wanted to ask you (might be too personal)
Because everyone wants to be remembered :]
My frappuccino days are over!!!!
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I'm so happy!!
Liz: Aww, I'm going to bookmark your page in favorites.
Kim: That will not do me justice. It must be set as your homepage!
Same goes for all you guys!!!
Halloween, a holiday where girls can dress up like hot hootchie mamas, is coming up. And who says I won't use that night to my advantage?!
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I told people I've always wanted to be a bumblebee. They reply, "what a sexy outfit," thinking it was something along the lines of this:
How erotic is that?!?! Just look at that body shape, those volumptuous curves! All the boys in the yard will be saying "Daymmmnnn, check out those child-bearing hips, I want to procreate with that one!" ENVY ME, ENVY ME!!!
Who am I kidding? =/ I'm going to hit the gym now, gah.
Hobbies - I miss tennis. I play every now and then, but I never get enough practice to ever be at the level I want. I found two new tennis buddies (yay!), but it's still difficult to gather people to play. It's either the clash in schedules, I get lazy, or someone's just not up for it.
Health - My weight and eating habits fluctuate a lot. I've gotten a bit chubbier and I find myself only exercising at times of guilt-when I eat a lot. I'd behave one week, but then collapse into my old ways the next. I'm going to start being healthier again because it makes me feel good, both physically and emotionally. I miss the feeling of getting that runner's high. I also like how all your troubles seem to disappear. Maybe it's the fact that I'm short of breath and in so much pain that it forces me to forget everything else? Haha maybe, just maybe :]
San Jose - I love and hate it. I guess it's not too bad, but I hate the feeling of being left behind. There's always these hypothetical questions that many say to avoid, yet EVERYONE can't help but ask them. "What if I didn't go to SJSU?" "What if I didn't live at home?" Sometimes I think I might've been more distracted and wouldn't have done as good in school as I am right now? Maybe I'd go buckwild? Who knows.
Social Life - I go out and stay up a lot more than I used to. I'm also girlier now and I got contacts, too. Oh, and I finally started drinking this summer. It's fun, and no, I've never gotten pissed drunk or blew my brains out. A new obstacle I'm undertaking is balancing school and play. So far it's not going as well as I would like =/, but I'll step up my game soon!
School - I just changed my major from Biochemistry to Chemical Engineering. I still don't know why I went through the change since it set me back a whole year, but I guess I have a slight idea. Before, I was considering professional school, most likely Pharmacy. I probably would've aimed for UCSF,UOP, or UCSD, but the admittance rate is pretty low for students coming from state school systems. There must be something extraordinary about me to be considered: either develop a cure for cancer or help Britney Spears get out of rehab. Honestly, I think I'm just another typical asian girl with black framed glasses who contemplates of becoming a pharmacist haha. Plus, I don't think I ever really wanted it so it's no big deal. I'm actually scared, yet excited about this new major. Wish me luck!
Friends - I like many, love a few. I miss the favorites greatly and I hear from them every now and then. Jenn Tran told me awhile she got a job at a pho restaurant that lasted a good....2 days. Haha! So to the people I hold on to very dearly-feel free to call me anytime. I've always had a thing for late night phone calls :]
Work - I've been at starbucks for awhile, a long while. It's been about 2.5 years and I'm getting sick of it, not starbucks in particular, but with any job that doesn't help me advance in life. I keep telling myself that Starbucks is just a part time job to get some extra cash while I focus in school, but when does the cycle stop? I don't even get paid enough! It's about time I start looking for internships. Hopefully I'll get lucky.
Money - I spend way too much and have nothing to show for it (maybe some new clothes). Some people that are broke can pinpoint where their money goes to, i.e. car payments, gadgets, game consoles, etc. I've been wanting an ipod for a very long time now. Don't let me buy anything until I've gotten that ipod! I think I'm going to let Liz hold onto my credit card, but I'd probably end up applying for another card, gahh, I'm so weak-willed.
Love - Once given the first taste of it, you find yourself wanting more. Sometimes I wished it never happened so I can be the carefree person I once was, but people say that the heart is resilient. I guess it just takes time. I guess it just takes twice as long for me, as everything else does.
Gah, I have a paper due tomorrow and I haven't even started. Ok readers, until next time! (hopefully not soon because this took me way too long and I have assignments coming up!) Plus, I'll try to keep it short. Woot woot.
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