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In the last decade or so, writing has not been something that I have been allowing myself to enjoy. It's been a tool to put down sequences within lab books, jot down an elegant signal pathway for the next upcoming exam, and things of that nature. In fact, my rhetoric and diction is probably that of an outstanding middle school student. Whatever. I do not care.

Terrence mentioned to me how Billy Corgan, from the Smashing Pumpkins, would write of his struggles and victories, pre-the band and I'd like to do the same.

Struggles. Hardships. It's these kinds of things that shape a noteworthy artist and it got me to thinking, what sort of repression have I undergone or am going through. I've been raised in a hardworking family, with a father who's doing his best to make sure that his family doesn't need to face financial difficulties and a mother who's dedicated her life to provide a home cooked dish for every evening meal; Applying for MI has given me my first taste of being in debt, but up until this point, money has never been quite an issue; i'm not starving, i've got a roof under my head.

my struggle has been this fight with comfort. most people i see, they are striving for financial, familial, relational, life comforts. there are many times i want those things, yet running after it leaves me unfulfilled and sickened. i'm trying to reverse what i've learned to do with my life and i think that with each hour spent, writing, playing, reading, watching, and listening, i'll be able to do just that.

my new roomates are pretty dope. brandon's from missouri and is already attending mi working towards an audio engineering degree. Nick and Margot are from New York and seeing them live their lives ahd shed some light as to what a future in music may hold.

September Stars

Cheers to what's been done and for what's to come.

Oh It Makes Me Wonder...

Post-graduation is a very strange and funny time.

Oh, Freedom!

Draw on walls, shred on guitar, and capture truth in films. BREAK THE CHAINS!

Putting Your Money Where Your Heart Is

I don't know if I'd have been willing to feed the 5,000 but maybe if the time comes, I shall try.

Breathless

I have to continually be reminded that I am living towards something eternal. I hope that in whatever I do and may do, it would be to glorify You.

Mad Bowlin

Christian came by to Walnut and we had a neat ice breaking session. Later in the day, we met up with our old friend, Philip, to get some L&L. And ladies...DP's back.

Prey to Life Sucking Media

You win Mr. Bay. You win.

Excuse Me, While I Kiss the Sky

I suppose in the time in which human beings exist, some things will never change. So...

Bad Bang Days

You are missed, little sister. Make the most of your summer in Berkeley. wooo

Enjoying Now

DSEM had a nice day out at the beach on Saturday, to get some drizzle in the morning and clear skies in the afternoon.

Stars in Our Eyes

Friday, I went to Tahoe Korean BBQ to celebrate Jason's 23rd birthday and got to see old friends again and afterwards, Walnut's class of 04 met at one of LA's finest azn clubs, Opera Crimson, in celebration of Patty, Steffi, and Kathy's birthday. This rung true today: One's character is truly seen and tested in situations in which one was not expecting or prepared for.

What Would Teppei Do?

Met up Christian at ANC and began the workings of the first song. I'm so excittttttted

Peace and Peanuts

But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. - Matthew 6:33-34

An Ode to Berkeley

I came across my old phone with some pictures I had taken from a few years back. An unexpected wave of nostalgia crashed into my brain. I nearly drowned.

What's My Age Again?

Lots of birthdays this month. Patty, Irene, and I hit up Steamers in Fullerton, which offered live jazz with blastin trumpets. Happy birthday Patty!

More than Conquerors

Terrence hosted the Lakers' championship game with buffalo burgers and spinach, garlic sausages. The perfect birthday gift for John.

Rooted in Sand

A stellar design and a great beginning to this summer's youth discipleship training.

The Birth of Samuel

The Kim trio set about Culver city's art galleries and Venice beach in celebration of Samuel's 14th birthday.

Optimistics

Mimi and Ruffles had a nice walk to Suzanne Park only to be welcomed into the arms of vaccination needles.