Everyday Moments

It’s been so long since I’ve been to Disneyland, and now I can add February 2026 to my list! My most recent visits to Disneyland…

The radio went out. Huh, that’s weird, I thought, as I continued driving. There must be some interference from driving next to an airport. I…

Following my very first WNBA game, my dream came true when I got to attend my very first NBA game – the LA Lakers vs…

Over the last couple of weeks, everyone has been so curious about my step journey. How many steps did you get today? Do you walk…

The TVB Anniversary Awards Presentation (萬千星輝頒獎典禮) took place so early this year! I hope to go watch it in person one day – that would…

Happy New Year! In the blink of an eye, 2025 is already completed and in the books. It was a year packed with a lot…

Riding a bike in Los Angeles sounds like such a terrible idea. Think of all the cars driving (and speeding) right next to you! A…

The Dodgers win again! Everyone was trying to get to Downtown Los Angeles on this Monday morning. Roads were blocked, and fans were already standing…

It’s time for pumpkin painting again! This is my fourth time pumpkin painting and I am so excited. I thought and thought the whole day…what…

I would have never thought to go watch an opera, so when I got free tickets to go see one, my first reaction was, I…

The second wedding of the year, featuring a Chinese Banquet with The Coffee Duo. It’s been such a long time since I’ve been to a…

I attended my very first WNBA game! It was the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Connecticut Sun game, and I got to enter Crypto.com through the…

I attended my very first Hispanic wedding! It was such a different experience than all the other weddings I’ve been to. The day began with…

I recently purchased a new table for home, and it was a pretty good deal. Original price was $300, but they were only selling it…

It’s the summer! What can you do besides going to the beach? Have a summer picnic! Although it’s usually quite hot when we have our…

“We have food at home,” is what I am used to hearing often, followed by my sad sigh. I wanted to eat something different. Something…

It’s the week of traveling. Everyone is out and about! My stomach is ready for a few days of good food. Sunday 1:00pm The adventure…

There’s enough things to deal with at work, and lunch doesn’t need to be one of them. When lunch time hits, I just need something…

A vest with many pockets. That’s the usual top I’d see my dad wearing. Why would anyone need a vest with so many pockets? Those…

It’s not the weekend, but I am spending two days in Sacramento – what is there to do? It’s been nine years since I’ve last…

Happy Mother’s Day! Growing up, there are some things my mom would say all the time. These were the basic rules we were expected to…

There’s a Pizza City Fest? Count me in! I got to attend the Pizza City Fest in Los Angeles and was surprised at how many…

It’s time for a weekend of delicious food – are you ready? Wednesday Evening 10:00pm I hopped on a delayed flight, and landed at the…

Thanks to The Perfect Boredom, I got to visit the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures! This is my very first time visiting the museum, although…

It’s always exciting when your birthday is coming up, but what’s even more exciting? The birthday deals that come with it! Here are some deals…

A perfect day, take 5! How many takes does it take for the perfect take? 3, 2, 1, Action! 8:00am Mmm..waking up to the sound…

Believe it or not, my first time pet sitting is not a dog, not a cat, but a gecko. What an adventure. Why would anyone…

I’ve mostly been talking about places that I haven’t visited yet, but honestly, most of the places that I really want to visit…I’ve already visited…

Today I finally got to paint on canvas (and not on a pumpkin)! This might be the first time in the last 10+ years that…

Celebrating Chinese New Year in Macau and Hong Kong is definitely very different. This was my very first time being in Asia during Chinese New…

I’ve been standing on the sidewalk outside a store for a few minutes, waiting to go to the next destination. The store is on a…

Where have I visited the last few years? Singapore, Malaysia, Spain, Portugal, Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea. That’s three countries from my 2020 list! Here…

It’s time for the TVB Anniversary Awards Presentation (萬千星輝頒獎典禮)! I learned this year that you can get tickets to the ceremony if you book a…

Since creating my short travel bucket list in 2020, I’ve been able to visit Hawaii, Washington, and Texas. I don’t visit states as often as…

Happy New Year! 2025 has been off to an interesting start – it feels like just another typical week in the year. One thing I…

The year has gone by so quickly – Christmas day is already coming up! If you still haven’t filled up your stockings yet, here are…

When I hear the word ‘potluck’, I start thinking of excuses to not show up. Too many questions pop up in my mind. What do…

I recently had to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment, which tells you what your strengths are after taking a 25 to 30 minute test. I made…

I recently got to visit The Broad on a guided tour, and it was such a different experience! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and…

It’s a win! The streets of Downtown Los Angeles were filled with fans wearing blue and white as they headed to watch the parade celebrating…

Boo! It’s pumpkin painting time! This is one of the few times in the year that I paint, so there was a lot to look…

With only one full day in Los Angeles, how many things can I do? Friday Evening 8:30pm Hello, LAX! After a long wait going through…

I grew up going to Chuck E. Cheese. The tokens were not cheap, and every game required a token (or sometimes, even two). In the…

What do you want to be remembered for at your retirement party? Although I am (sadly) nowhere close to retirement, I was recently asked this…

Watching a pickleball tournament takes a bit more preparation than just showing up! You need to make sure you have everything you need for the…

Another day of going to work, another day of going home. It’s only Wednesday. I was so excited to take off my shoes when I…

It’s time for pickleball! I spent two days at The Owl APP Newport Beach Open this year, watching the Men’s Singles and Men’s Doubles matches.…

It’s Taco Tuesday! There is a restaurant that I learned about recently that serves tacos for only 99¢ on Tuesdays: Kalaveras. It has been so…