Archive for February, 2009

Pills for Everyone

I have been going to the doctor consistently for the past two months. I have been to about five different clinics based on proximity to work and hours. The main reason for my trips is that I have really bad allergies which are probably triggered from the mold that is hidden behind my walls in [ READ MORE ]

The One Who Denied It.. Supplied It

  • February 23rd, 2009
  • Posted in teaching

I assigned a timed writing assignment in my fifth grade class today. The class was completely silent, except for the scratching of pens, when suddenly someone in the front row lets out a fart. It’s one of those really long, drawn-out ones and totally noticeable. Three awkward seconds pass by before the giggling breaks out. [ READ MORE ]

Love Affair

I admit it, I have a love affair with food. Maybe it stems from growing up with a mother who knows her way very well around the kitchen and a father as a chef who is amazing with experimentation and loves making gourmet surprises every now and then. I think a secret personal goal of [ READ MORE ]

Words to Live By

  • February 17th, 2009
  • Posted in movies

For what it’s worth: it’s never too late or, in my case, too early to be whoever you want to be. There’s no time limit, stop whenever you want. You can change or stay the same, there are no rules to this thing. We can make the best or the worst of it. I hope [ READ MORE ]

Beer and More Beer

Last night, we went to the Taiwan Beer Factory Bar, which is a warehouse in the back of the factory filled with picnic tables and a stage. There was food options and freshly made Taiwan beer. I definitely am digging the just-brewed beer. It’s a crisper and cleaner taste. That bar closed at midnight, so [ READ MORE ]