I heard there was a heatwave going on across the country right now.
I spent quite a few years in the Middle East (in my namesake city) where heat is the norm. I grew up in the East Coast (of the US), where we had 4 seasons, and summers were hot and humid. Continue Reading →
A (somewhat vintage) collection of photographs from my walk this past weekend with the Ricoh GRIIIx.
“You look tired today.”
It wasn’t meant to be offensive, just an observation from a co-worker whom I respect, when we got on a video call today. The truth is, I’m exhausted. I’m typically really good at hiding how I’m feeling on camera, but not today.
I have always loved reading, even as a child. I remember reading under the covers until 2am, way past lights out and my bedtime. I would go to the library after school and put my name down on the waiting list for newly released books. I’d (im)patiently wait for my turn. Continue reading →
📚 Book 18 of 2024 - Finished A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas (⭐3/5)
Book 3.5 of the ACOTAR series. Not much really happened in this book and I probably could’ve skipped over it, and it would’ve been fine.
Highlighted quote:
“I have to create, or it was all for nothing. I have to create, or I will crumple up with despair and never leave my bed. I have to create because I have no other way of voicing this.” Her hand rested on her heart, and my eyes burned.
Pinole Pride 2024 - I went to a small town Pride / Juneteenth event this past weekend 🏳️🌈.
📫 I’m really good at keeping my personal email inbox(es) under control, but have a really difficult time handling my work email(s).
For the love of all higher powers and the universe, STOP CLICKING ON REPLY ALL.
🫨 Trying to unwind after a long day, and all of a sudden, the house shook a bit.
M 2.4 earthquake epicenter a couple kms away from our location.
I used to LOVE collecting stickers. Every time I traveled or visited some place, if they had stickers, I would get at least one. Over the years, I started facing a dilemma that I never truly faced when I was collecting other things like magnets or keychains: where do I put them? Continue reading →