I finally treated myself to an iced white mocha this morning and the barista said I looked so happy to have caffeine. I've been limiting myself to a 2 cups of coffee a week because too much caffeine gives me a headache but just the right amount will give me a little extra energy when I need it.
This morning at 8 am, I spent four hours in lab and performed column chromatography in order to separate an unknown compound. The mixture contained several colored components and as they distinctly separated throughout the column, the red, orange and yellow hues were so pretty to look at.
The procedure for the lab was long in comparison to previous labs and I couldn't help but think back to four years ago in high school when I voluntarily took a biotechnology class. Someone was surprised that I was able to take that class at a public high school...(Shout out to my dad who worked hard to ensure I could go to a great public school, and to my mom for supporting these decisions.)
I was feeling so happy to be able to complete the lab procedure that I sent a message to my teacher, thanking her for all her hard work. Later in the day I came across this list of random acts of kindness and thanking a teacher was #13 on this wonderful list. What a great coincidence.
The weather feels pretty hot, at almost 80 degrees, and it's the first day that really feels so close to summer. While walking back home in the heat, there was a small street market going on and I noticed people huddling around tables set up with books. I browsed around and picked up an easy read just for the heck of it. I haven't "read for fun" in quite some time and I can't wait to sit back, relax and enjoy the book in this SoCal heat.
My challenge for you today is to think of a teacher or someone who has made a positive impact on you. Really think about it...
Send a message to that person and let them know the impact they have had on your life. When was the last time you were able to send some heartfelt thanks to someone special? Do it today! :)
Link to the list:
http://www.buzzfeed.com/jessicamisener/101-easy-ideas-for-random-acts-of-kindness#.rqO6nVjBO
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Saturday, April 25, 2015
Day 111 through Day 120
Day 111 ( Tuesday, April 21 )
Printed all my labs and notes for the rest of the quarter and I felt so guilty printing it all in one shot. This college journey sure is expensive.
Day 112 ( Wednesday, April 22 )
Someone complimented me on my lip gloss today. I think it looks pretty good on my mug too. The mug was more of a spontaneous buy back in March.
Someone complimented me on my lip gloss today. I think it looks pretty good on my mug too. The mug was more of a spontaneous buy back in March.
Day 113 ( Thursday, April 23 )
Got some froyo from yogurtland today and it took me a while to decide which flavors to choose. I ended up selecting plain tart, cookies n' cream and tangerine sorbet. It sounds like a weird combination but I like each individual flavor. Topped it all off with cheesecake, mango popping boba and mochi!
I was later told I looked like a turtle with no neck while sporting my infinity scarf. The weather has been slightly chilly recently so don't blame me for wearing one in the second half of April! (Wait, it's already almost the end of April. How in the world did that happen?!)
I was later told I looked like a turtle with no neck while sporting my infinity scarf. The weather has been slightly chilly recently so don't blame me for wearing one in the second half of April! (Wait, it's already almost the end of April. How in the world did that happen?!)
Day 114 ( Friday, April 24 )
I was looking down at the ground and passed by this number 35 written in chalk. Whoever wrote this had really nice handwriting; I mean, look at those curves ;) I think this number spoke to me because I was #35 back in elementary school... (or maybe I was #33) It made me sad to think back and realize there were so many students in one room with just one teacher. Teachers really do a lot for their students...
Day 115 ( Saturday, April 25 )
This photo is of terrible quality and I don't pass by this tunnel of yellow too often so unfortunately this was the only shot I was able to take.
I used to hate on the color yellow but one day I realized it can be bright and happy like yellow canaries, rays of sunshine, big sunflowers and beautiful daffodils :)
Day 116 ( Sunday, April 26 )
Day 117 ( Monday, April 27 )
Took a spontaneous walk to the beach today after work then bought a well deserved cookies n' cream milkshake. I didn't think I would tan, but I later realized that my face and shoulders were a shade darker. At the beach, so many people took the ropes and flew to the sky today. I spot 8 paragliders in this one photo below. There were others behind me as well when I took this photo. Paragliding and hanggliding are on my impossible list, which means I should complete them one day while I'm still here in this beautiful location.
I used Google maps and I just realized I wound up walking 5 miles. (No wonder it took 4 hours.) Usually it only takes about 2 hours or so and my knees end up being a little tired, but today, I was trying something new. I'm trying to slow down. I am attempting to make a conscious effort to slow my pace of walking and my pace of life. I was able to walk and take a moment to pause and reflect and you know what? It felt pretty darn good. Why walk so fast when if you could, instead, slow down to enjoy the moment and arrive in the same destination only a few minutes later. Try it. Take a moment, slow down and think.
I used Google maps and I just realized I wound up walking 5 miles. (No wonder it took 4 hours.) Usually it only takes about 2 hours or so and my knees end up being a little tired, but today, I was trying something new. I'm trying to slow down. I am attempting to make a conscious effort to slow my pace of walking and my pace of life. I was able to walk and take a moment to pause and reflect and you know what? It felt pretty darn good. Why walk so fast when if you could, instead, slow down to enjoy the moment and arrive in the same destination only a few minutes later. Try it. Take a moment, slow down and think.
Day 117 ( Monday, April 27 )
No photo :( Sorry about that.
Day 118 ( Tuesday, April 28 )
Today there was a vigil that was held for the Nepal earthquake.
Today there was a vigil that was held for the Nepal earthquake.
Day 119 ( Wednesday, April 29 )
Beautiful sunrise around 6:20 am on my way to work. There wasn't much color, but it sure was bright, spreading rays across the field.
My hair took around 10 minutes or so, although I expected it to take longer. After braiding, I just had to stick a bunch of bobby pins all over my head to make it stay. Then Voilà. Bobby pins are magical.
Beautiful sunrise around 6:20 am on my way to work. There wasn't much color, but it sure was bright, spreading rays across the field.
I was inspired by the sunrise to wear a dress full of sunshine and put up my hair in a braid. I would say it was for "no special occasion". but every day is worth it. I believe that every day is a special day because it's another chance to be happy and to make someone else happy.
My hair took around 10 minutes or so, although I expected it to take longer. After braiding, I just had to stick a bunch of bobby pins all over my head to make it stay. Then Voilà. Bobby pins are magical.
Day 120 ( Thursday, April 30 )
As I was preparing lunch for myself, I noticed these inspirational paper towels. The one below says "Gardening is a way of showing you believe in tomorrow" and "Friends are flowers in a life's garden". There was another one that said "Seeds of the day are the flowers of tomorrow".
Here is my product from lab. After evaporation, it was such a pretty color and looked like the plume of a phoenix feather. Absolutely gorgeous.
As I was preparing lunch for myself, I noticed these inspirational paper towels. The one below says "Gardening is a way of showing you believe in tomorrow" and "Friends are flowers in a life's garden". There was another one that said "Seeds of the day are the flowers of tomorrow".
Here is my product from lab. After evaporation, it was such a pretty color and looked like the plume of a phoenix feather. Absolutely gorgeous.
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Random Quote
Came across this quote today:
"If you have good thoughts, they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely"
Thought I would share it here because it made me chuckle.
Be sure to smile today. Make today a good one!
"If you have good thoughts, they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely"
Thought I would share it here because it made me chuckle.
Be sure to smile today. Make today a good one!
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Day 101 through Day 110
Day 101 ( Saturday, April 11 )
Today was a pretty lazy day. Only reason to get out of bed was to watch the sunset at the cliffs.
Day 102 ( Sunday, April 12 )
Someone complimented my necklace today. It serves as a reminder of summer vibes. (And Hawaii, of course)
Day 103 ( Monday, April 13 )
Day 104 ( Tuesday, April 14 )
Day 106 ( Thursday, April 16 )
Went to the mall and passed by this fountain. I haven't seen real dolphins in a while, but these are pretty gorgeous.
Day 107 ( Friday, April 17 )
I may have gotten a new tshirt? I might return it though.
Day 108 ( Saturday, April 18 )
I slept through my alarm. No photo for today because it was just fairly...."average". Nothing too exciting.
Day 109 ( Sunday, April 19 )
Today was a pretty lazy day. Only reason to get out of bed was to watch the sunset at the cliffs.
Day 102 ( Sunday, April 12 )
Someone complimented my necklace today. It serves as a reminder of summer vibes. (And Hawaii, of course)
Day 103 ( Monday, April 13 )
No photo. The week just started and it's been stressful. I think I'm sinking because I've taken on too much this quarter. I need to be more aware of my limits and how much I can handle.
Day 104 ( Tuesday, April 14 )
Pants and patterns. I like this pair of navy blue and maroon.
Day 105 ( Wednesday, April 15 )
Went to an event called Tunnel of Oppression. The one scene that stood out to me the most was in regard to depression and suicide. Overall, after much consideration, I realized how far I have come, and how far my friends and family have come. It was refreshing to recognize the strength that it took to get through the tough times because things are all good now and I am so grateful for that.
I finally received my new glasses. I passed through this place that Wong Fu used in one of their videos. I even got to meet Manny the Mammoth.
Went to an event called Tunnel of Oppression. The one scene that stood out to me the most was in regard to depression and suicide. Overall, after much consideration, I realized how far I have come, and how far my friends and family have come. It was refreshing to recognize the strength that it took to get through the tough times because things are all good now and I am so grateful for that.
I finally received my new glasses. I passed through this place that Wong Fu used in one of their videos. I even got to meet Manny the Mammoth.
Went to the mall and passed by this fountain. I haven't seen real dolphins in a while, but these are pretty gorgeous.
Day 107 ( Friday, April 17 )
I may have gotten a new tshirt? I might return it though.
Day 108 ( Saturday, April 18 )
I slept through my alarm. No photo for today because it was just fairly...."average". Nothing too exciting.
Day 109 ( Sunday, April 19 )
No photo. Not on top of my game right now. My usual self is just all over the place recently because bills are stacking up, I haven't heard from people in ages, and miscommunication galore. My room is physically messy and my mind is frazzled. I am too overwhelmed at the moment. Summer vacation please come sooner.
Day 110 ( Monday, April 20 )
Photo for basic points! I attended Office Hours... OH ... basic. Chem jokes...
Friday, April 10, 2015
Update on Australia #1
The plans are beginning to come together, one booking at a time.
We finally reserved our van for the first leg of the trip and yet we still need to book more tickets and another van for the second half. But we'll get to that eventually.
The exchange rate is currently 1 USD to 1.30 AUD. Let's hope that it stays this way!!
We finally reserved our van for the first leg of the trip and yet we still need to book more tickets and another van for the second half. But we'll get to that eventually.
The exchange rate is currently 1 USD to 1.30 AUD. Let's hope that it stays this way!!
Managing the blog
I begun this blog in the summer of 2014 and I decided to commit to it during the beginning of 2015. The blog continues to be a work in progress and it takes a lot of effort to take photos, write/edit posts, and manage the design. Below are some of the tasks that I need the work on and I have decided to publish a list as a reminder of all the changes that I wish to make and to see how far I have come. :)
2. Customize widgets on the side bar
3. Change the favicon
4. Edit the about me page
5. Drop down menu for the "Travels" tab with all the countries
Create sub heading for states
Do the same for the "Artsy" tab
7. Create a wordle for a long post
Sunday, April 5, 2015
Day 91 through Day 100
Day 91 ( Wednesday, April 1 )
Happy April Fool's Day! ;) Watch out for silly pranksters.
We have these cup sleeves for hot coffee and I hope that they brightened the day of several lucky customers.
Day 92 ( Thursday, April 2 )
I was able to talk to my wonderful friend Sarah today. Haven't heard this girl's voice in over a year and I can't believe how much I've missed her. Time really flies by. I forgot to screenshot during the voice call, but decided a screenshot afterward would work too.
Day 93 ( Friday, April 3 )
Good night, but no photo. Those are some of the greatest nights.
Day 94 ( Saturday, April 4 )
Prospective students were taking tours of the university. I volunteered to help out, then had to go to work. Afterward, I was exhausted but had fun sharing stories with these two while watching the sunset.
Day 95 ( Sunday, April 5 )
People at work are weird.
Day 96 ( Monday, April 6 )
We dyed eggs for Easter and it was fun to celebrate even though we were a day late. Two people in our group had never dyed eggs before.
Day 97 ( Tuesday, April 7 )
Went to the beach during class and saw this hang glider. Reminds me of Icarus.
Day 98 ( Wednesday, April 8 )
I was elected as VP Administration and bought sea salt caramel gelato as celebration. The chocolate chunks were filled with the perfect amount of caramel.
Day 99 ( Thursday, April 9 )
Day 100 ( Friday, April 10 )
We have these cup sleeves for hot coffee and I hope that they brightened the day of several lucky customers.
Day 92 ( Thursday, April 2 )
I was able to talk to my wonderful friend Sarah today. Haven't heard this girl's voice in over a year and I can't believe how much I've missed her. Time really flies by. I forgot to screenshot during the voice call, but decided a screenshot afterward would work too.
Day 93 ( Friday, April 3 )
Good night, but no photo. Those are some of the greatest nights.
Day 94 ( Saturday, April 4 )
Prospective students were taking tours of the university. I volunteered to help out, then had to go to work. Afterward, I was exhausted but had fun sharing stories with these two while watching the sunset.
Day 95 ( Sunday, April 5 )
People at work are weird.
We dyed eggs for Easter and it was fun to celebrate even though we were a day late. Two people in our group had never dyed eggs before.
Genuine smiles and blurry photos.
My favorite.
Day 97 ( Tuesday, April 7 )
Went to the beach during class and saw this hang glider. Reminds me of Icarus.
Day 98 ( Wednesday, April 8 )
I was elected as VP Administration and bought sea salt caramel gelato as celebration. The chocolate chunks were filled with the perfect amount of caramel.
Day 99 ( Thursday, April 9 )
Woke up this morning at 5 am, and it was so wonderful to be able to sleep in until 7:30. The sunlight hit these arches perfectly and I wish I had a better camera on hand to capture all the different shades.
Day 100 ( Friday, April 10 )
White dress type of day to celebrate the 100th day of the year!!
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