Just an Ordinary Girl

Bonfire Party Craziness

2011-04-11T11:50:00.008+09:00

So last night I went to a bonfire party out in the woods! As we were drinking and having a good time, my friend Sarah loses her camera while she's "pee-ing!" So we start looking for it, and SOMEHOW she finds it. Crazy girl!
Anyway, so brilliant me decided to take my purse to a bonfire party in the woods...with a bunch of drunk guys. I feel naked without it, so it seemed pretty logical to take it! But as we were going to leave, I tried to find my purse where I last left it...and it was GONE! I was pretty angry with myself and whoever took it. Then Sarah loses her PHONE. She was pretty hammered. It was so dark, the ground was covered in dead leaves, and we couldn't see anywhere. To top it off, we were trying to find a taxi, and nobody could pick us up. So Me, Greg, and these two guys (Isaac and Paddy) decide to start walking home (without my bag). As we were trying to contact the taxi, Paddy is running around with an axe he found somewhere, going nuts! Isaac and Greg are holding eachother so they won't fall--was a pretty funny sight. We ended up calling my dad at 2:30 in the morning...it would have taken us about 2 hours to get home.
So the next morning the two boys drove me back to the spot where the party was so I could find my bag. As I thought, it wasn't there. Then I look over by some trees, and there was my wallet--with all my money in it! Relief! A couple ways away I find my camera...then my camera charger. Isaac and Paddy were making fun of me the whole time. Then on a big rock....there it was--MY BAG! Some drunk little boy must have chucked it! Ugh, so annoying. It felt like a treasure hunt! haha!
Well Paddy apparently found the back of his phone in the leaves, and there was also a bag with an ipod in it :P So as we started walking back to the car, Isaac sees something black under these leaves and starts going to kick it, until he realizes that it's a phone. Sarah's phone!! hahaha!
Anyway...it was a happy ending and I wanted to tell you it. I think it was pretty funny. And it was fun so now that I have my bag I am happy. Anyway I have to go back to school tomorrow so I'm gonna sleep. Goodnight!

The boys...Isaac F, Austin, Paddy, and Gregmeister

Rebecca, Me, and Sarah!!

There's my bag before somebody threw it!!!

Good times

2011-03-31T23:32:00.002+09:00

Here's some pics from this retro dance that was held at the school. Then there's a pic of Greggy wearing makeup! And me and my girl Teresa :) Good times good times....

Weekend

2011-03-26T23:47:00.004+09:00

I was so excited for this weekend, we had some big plans for it...and now it's down the drain. So I'm trying to make the most out of it. Lixy and her loving BF have decided to come all the way to Marm town to buy me a timmy's coffee. How sweet of them eh? I'm so excited, I've been craving a timmys for a very long time now. :) Hopefully I won't spread the measles to them--but it's a risk I am willing to take! Haha kidding.
They won't get it ;)
I'm excited!

And I just wanted to say that I miss working with this girl. Damn, I even miss working, period. So that's all I'm gonna leave you with today. A sweet photo of me and my sister taking out the garbage. She was the only one that would do it with me. :(

Blah

2011-03-25T00:13:00.003+09:00

I'm supposed to be updating my blog...but I don't really have any words to say. I guess I'm pretty bummed that willy got the measles and now we're in quarantine, even more saddened about what happened to Japan. And I'm completely bored out of my mind.
But just so you know, my prayers are always going out for everyone in Japan. I hate that I'm not there. Things look so different when you're looking on the outside. But I'm thankful that everyone is safe so far.
I've been dormant in the blogging world. I guess I thought there was no point if there's facebook. Haha..but this is definitely more personal and I want my close friends and now faraway Cha to know that I love them. And THAT is why I am probably going to TRY to update from now on. Let them know what they're missing out on...heh. I won't make this post long, just know that from now on I will try to be faithful to this good ol blog.

peace out!

My new sexy man

2011-01-31T11:50:00.001+09:00

Yum!

To My Best Friend

2011-01-23T16:06:00.003+09:00

Mari-chan!!!

Happy Birthday my love!!
I know I never update my blog...ever!! But I love you THIIIIIS much! So here I am, posting for you. I just want you to know that you are my most treasured friend and I decided that I'm gonna have to keep you! :) but even if you live miles away, or if you are in the next room, I will still love you the same. I miss you too much. I was looking through the photos of your visit and I didn't realize I had this big smile on my face. You make me happy. I hope 18 is going to be one of your best years. It probably won't get any easier, but just know that I will always be here for you. You can always talk to me ok? I LOVE YOU SO MUCH! xoxox

Surviving

2010-09-14T05:32:00.003+09:00

A few recent things..

I came back from the FDTP about two weeks ago, I'm missing it.

I stayed in Houstong for about a week, I got to see Jamie, Jason, Seth, Caney Creek Heroes, Natasha, Sara, they're alot of fun!

I started going to highschool now, I'm loving it ;)

Aaaand I'm back to working at the restaurant

I bet you thought I would never update. Well I like making people lose their bets. Wooohoo! I don't feel like posting photos right now, but I will tell you something.
I am soooo looking forward to October--when my BFF, Minkie, and their family come to visit us!!! I'm gonna make sure they have the time of their life! (or at least I will try)
Now I will leave you without any details, muahaha! Seeya in another month or so.

Canada's Wonderland

2010-07-30T06:12:00.005+09:00

Last night I fell asleep but I left my chat on...so I wake up to this angry chat saying "update your blog woman!" And I realized that maybe I should...or else everybody will forget me and I'll become nonexistent. NOO!
So this is for you Nina, be happy. And everybody else that happens to stop by and read this. :) I'll just be posting up some photos from Canada's Wonderland (aka awesome amusement/water park). It was a lot of fun, I haven't screamed that much since, I guess Disney Land. I'll be posting up more photos from our little family holiday later, so stay tuned. Love ya!

Stuff...

2010-07-02T13:15:00.005+09:00

Chubbiest fingers

Belongs to the chubbiest boy (who loves his hockey stick)

He's an angry guy tho

Anyway, I've been up to the normal stuff. Work, finished school for the summer (WOOHOO!!), watching world cup (japan...portugal...sob!) GO SPAIN!
All that to say, we're alive and happy and living life to the fullest!

My ketai

2010-06-20T15:09:00.004+09:00

So I'm pretty much happy that I got my phone. I've been really busy these days...have a lot to think about and plan. I'm going to Texas in August, that that should be a good time away from work. hehe. Everybody is getting lazy with their blogs, what is this world coming to? I'm sorry.
I tried to be faithful..
and I failed!!
But I'll end on a happy note, I'll try again! ;)

Don't mind the ugly photo--I'm just happy.

To my Beautiful Sister

2010-06-11T07:21:00.004+09:00

I know this is late... and I'm super sorry I didn't get to post this earlier, but Happy Birthday my sister! I love you sooo much and so happy that I am your little sister. I'm so glad that you came to Canada, because I think I might have been lost without you. I definitely would have gone crazy. So thank you!

Lixy Lixy, I don't know where to begin. You're such a crazy weird girl! Haha...but that's what I love about you. You put up with my grumpiness, and you don't seem to be bothered by my annoying-ness much. I'm sorry for always being such a lazy girl, or tired and miss bratty. heh. But I know you know that I'm going through a lot, and you always forgive me. weeeee!! Oops, no excuse though. You're beautiful and you know it! I'm so happy for you and Craig--as long as you don't forget about ME! hahah! You're the bestest cook EVER! I wish you were home more to cook for me, as a matter of fact, I wish we were all home more. But life doesn't always go the way we want eh?
I hope this year is full of fun, new, crazy things! You deserve it! Stay the fun, sweet sweet beauty that you always are. I hope your wishes do come true... I love you soooo much! Too much!! Happy Birthday!

<--BEST PHOTO!

Big Fat Update

2010-05-27T03:33:00.006+09:00

SO! First off....
Mister Dan the man came to visit us. He could only stay for a day and
night--I felt super bad.

I had a birthday party at the Hall's place--it was really nice thanks guys!

Japanese night is a hit! My mom is a hero... and Lixy is superwoman!

I am now working 6 days a week, it's supposed to be five but Greg always ends up needing a fill-in. I work Friday all day, Sat morning, Sun all day, Monday morning, Tuesday morning, and Thursday afternoon. Whew.. sometimes I just want to escape for a couple of days!

Lixy has a boyfriend.

Lixy's boyfriend has a cute son.

They came over for a bbq while sweet Cha worked in the restaurant as the only cook for the first time.

Had a party at Cher's!

And I love my mama and papa! They are the sweetest.

And now I'm gonna go ponder on life. Maybe take a swim in the river. :)

To two awesome people

2010-05-17T23:42:00.004+09:00

Lainey and Oli!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

I know I'm late and it's super bad of me. I was meaning to call the night before your birthday but something came up and I was working from 7-10 on your birthday. *sniff* I know these excuses won't make up for my slack-fulness. heh. I just wanted to tell you both how much I love you and miss you.

Lainey, your awesomely kind personality, bubbliness, spirituality, and beauty makes you pretty much miss perfect. heehee! I love being around you and miss singing with you. I think we made a pretty great team eh? I miss your smile and the way you always use your fingers when you talk. haha goooood days! I just want to wish you a wonderful birthday and an even better year. I pray everything works out for you. I love you soooo very muchly! Happy Birthday! xoxo

I saw this photo on your facebook and I think you just look so gorgeous. It's probably my fav of you! :)

Oli! Mister crazy oli. haha! I hope you had a great birthday. I'm super sorry I didn't call--I didn't get the chance. I really wanted to! I miss you and your funny jokes. You always made life at the markham home happy. And I never had to worry about singing the wrong lyrics, because you were ALMOST just as bad. (I'm still worse though) You're also a pretty good cook. heh. You'd always cook up some yummy food, and me being the piggy of course would eat it all. haha! I really miss living with you. Well I hope this year is full of fun and exciting things. And I hope everything works out with.. life I suppose. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Take care of yourself and don't get into too much trouble without me. haha. Love you tons mister.

Guess what THIS is??

2010-05-01T22:56:00.002+09:00

I love it

2010-04-14T12:55:00.002+09:00

The translations are a bit off... but oh well! heehee.
Gotta love Japanese humor! hahah "ah itai jyanai desuka?" <--- that's Mika! tehee.. kidding.

Shiawase

2010-04-12T11:08:00.004+09:00

Here's me--all happy after a good day of shopping.

Here's another one.

And now I have to prepare my heart to wake up at 6 AM. haha! Goodnight.

So...

2010-04-09T08:22:00.004+09:00

I was telling myself today, "I wish I had something solid in my life...something reliable" and I realized that, I do! I have the one that I've been slowly forgetting with our busy life. I thought that I could rely on my friends, or even family, to understand different things, to give me advice that will give me peace--to be there. But even they can't (not every time). Or maybe it's that I've pushed them away and hid my true feelings. I don't know. But one person I can always rely on is the Lord. I don't even have to say anything and he understands. I feel peace when I think of Him. Maybe some guilt because I've been neglectful, but the feeling doesn't last long. I know that I have a lot of NWO's, and this home has been slowly falling apart and I'm not making an effort to help keep it together. But I'm going to start. I'm going to get off my lazy ass and help out with the kids and make home life fun. I'm gonna study more diligently. I'm going to make time for work, play, school, the home, and personal time.
I don't want to be wishy-washy. I want to put my foot down and say "I'm going to do this." And do it.

^At least I'm going to start trying.^
And I could probably use any prayer that you want to send my way.
Anyway, now that my head is clear I'm going to prepare for a fun, relaxing night with Lixy. And shopping tomorrow! It's been too long and I've wanted to shop forever.
haha.. and hopefully if it's sunny tomorrow...

I can tan my white legs. Why did I have to be the white one in the family?? teehee!

Sisters

2010-04-06T04:17:00.002+09:00

I love my sisters. I know that each of us have some little or big complaints about eachother, but I think that without eachother, we'd be a miserable. Well... I know I would. heehee! Sisters are great!

Me and My Po

2010-03-29T15:38:00.007+09:00

Haha I found these webcam pictures that were taken awhile ago. Aw I love this little baby. He's so pooch! I actually kinda miss spending time with him...I've been a busy little bee. Sorry. I've been working a lot, and when I'm not working I'm either sleeping or doing school. Sucks huh? But hey, I'm looking forward to the summer. Saving up money for summer actually... I still don't know what's going to happen, but I hope to find that out soon--after I talk with a certain someone. *AHEM!*
It bothers me when I don't know the future, when I can't make plans because I need to know certain things first and I also don't know where to begin. So many questions are going through my head right now and I don't have any answers for them. It's funny how the questions make sense in your head, but when you put them to words they just make no sense. As you must know by now, I'm not one with words and I don't know if I ever will be. I'm also not one to put my thoughts on my blog, so I think I'll stop here before I shoot myself. hehe.

Anyway, I was trying so hard to make him smile and finally, when I squished his cheeks together, he started laughing. I love him!

I look a bit too happy. Don't mind me!

007 night

2010-03-27T01:22:00.007+09:00

I know these are posted all over facebook, but I also know that some of you don't have facebook. So I'm posting them here for you! Also there's like two or three that haven't been posted on facebook too. The theme was James Bond and his Bond chicks. I know... I don't look like one! heh. Anyway I'm really tired because I just got back from work and I'm sure you don't want to hear about all that. So I'll leave you with all these photos. Love ya!

IVAN!

2010-03-25T11:06:00.005+09:00

Happy Birthday to You!!
oh my gosh.... can't believe it was one year ago that we were all chilling out, spending our last days in Japan with you guys. I hope this year will be the best one yet! I'm sure you're having fun with kenken... of courseeee you would be having more fun if I was there. haha! I never thought I'd see the day when I said this but, I miss you! I miss busking with you, riding home while you and Greg sing at the top of your lungs, having our chillaxed walks, punching you, etc etc. Those were the bestest days.

(Can't forget beating you at My Heart Will Go On in karaoke. heehee)

You'd better come visit us like you promised. OR ELSE!

Don't be too busy working and die. I mean, I guess when I was there you were already pretty busy bothering me. Don't worry, I forgive you for all those times. I think.

I hope your wishes come true. If so maybe next time I see you you'll be way taller than me. HAHA! Kidding kidding. Miss you Ivy. Take care of yourself hai? Love you! xoxoxoox

My pal

2010-03-19T02:11:00.003+09:00

Jason!

I love spending time with my neph (sometimes... heehee). He's so pooch. Every time he says "na-na" it melts my heart. He has this thing for smelling my candle, so I gave it to him during potty time. And he has the cutest feet. Nap times are my favorite times cause I get to cuddle him and he slowly falls asleep to my singing. *sigh* I'm in love!

Some things I miss

2010-03-14T04:53:00.008+09:00

Chu-his! I love them. I miss them. Enough said. *sob*

Onsens! Ahhhhhh! Cha reminded me of onsens and now I can't get them out of my mind. CHA!

OFURO MONKEYS! Well I can't say I miss them, but I just thought I'd let you all know that I love their ugliness. cuuute.

CARPET JOBS!
I miss seeing everybody there, looking forward to those good ol' Fridays. I miss waiting for Dan to pick us up and going to Trial and buying all the munchies we could afford. I loved loving cuties with Mika.

And of course, 7-eleven onigiris.

I miss going to out and seeing ppl dressed like this and thinking that that's normal.

I miss taking 5 min walk to Ones Mall to take purricurras, eating at Mac, etc.

Most of all I miss them.

Remember this

2010-03-11T05:55:00.005+09:00

And I have my reasons for not posting in a while! It's because I've been working at the restaurant. It's actually fun, and I need to start learning how to cook--for Lixy.
To Lixy: please forgive me for my laziness, I'll try to do better okay?
I'm also thinking of buying a new little camera. Oooh I'm excited. lol! (You should be too)

Cookies at 3 AM

2010-03-04T23:42:00.007+09:00

Cha and I were asked to make cookies for the restaurant's opening on Tuesday, but we were watching a tv show at the time I think. By the time our show ended, it was already so late. We HAD to do it though. (well... not me--mainly Cha) So Cha started baking, and I felt like she needed company so I brought my computer upstairs and joined her. She was already almost done the first batch of cookies, but she wanted to make two different types and told me to find a recipe. "That's eaaaasy I thought."
It's actually not. Try finding recipes to make that you actually have all the ingredients to.

I found these little chocolate thingies and she got to work while I sat and played sappy romantic music. (Did I even help???! I think I read out the instructions to her) Gee I know I'm a bum! But I'm sure you understand, if you're a baker, there's not much help you need if it's just cookies.

At first the cookie dough seemed like a disaster--they looked like... well you know. But looks are deceiving and they were actually pretty oishi.

(See, I helped!)

As midnight rolled by we started going a bit crazy. And began eating things that we would not normally eat!

After the second batch, Cha decided that the little chocolate cookies were ugly and she started making peanut butter cookies! Crazy girl no? We eventually ended at 3 AM!! Our brains were a bit dead, but the restaurant opening was a success--with free coffee and cookies for all. yay! And now I'm a waitress at the Sunny Side Up. (haha.. ha)

PS. To Mika: That huge ugly ring on Cha's hand is being saved just for you! HAHA!

More pics in the Snow

2010-03-02T07:06:00.008+09:00

These were awhile back and I was contemplating not to post them since I already have so many pics in the snow... but whatever right? haha! This day was SO cold, colder than the others. I only stayed outside for about 15 minutes. Yeah... it was SUPER quick. I ran around, jumped up and down, but it didn't work. heh.
Oh yes, and everybody is asking for pictures of the restaurant that we officially own--starting today. If you want to see the pictures... go to my family's blog. It's all there! (I have it linked in the group "my family's blogs")

P.S. don't mind what I'm wearing

Hehe.. I got to add my foolish tongue. There was more where I was doing karate chops and kicks, but I don't want to reveal my secret moves!

This one is quite old too, I'm eating the turkeys in our backyard! YUM!

BORING!

2010-02-25T00:56:00.010+09:00

Yes! Me! I've been slacking on this blog of mine. Forgive me? So on facebook all these pictures of the Family birthday celebration are going around. I decided to be oh-so-original and post it on my blog instead. hah. Besides, I'm getting tired of seeing these little boys on the front page of my blog. Anyway I had lot's and lot's of fun. I stayed at the Markham home for a bit, and had myself some YUMMY (westernized of course) sushi. I was stuffed to the full.
And I just have to get this out but... CANADA'S HOCKEY TEAM IS THE BESTEST! I love them! ahh! I don't care if they lost to the US, they won in my heart. haha! Yeah that's what we've been doing recently, watching the Olympics non-stop. heh. Anyway here's some pics from the family celebration and sushi.
I'll be posting photos of this "photoshoot" I had with Cha aaages ago. So stay tuned eh?

Good ol' crushes

2010-02-17T20:04:00.000+09:00

LOL! Ohhhhh these bring back so many good memories. Us girls' (mainly Cha and I kana?) most favorite boys in the whole wide world back then. Gee, when I think about it that's really disturbing. I was such a little girl--like Annie!
Anyhow.
We were such dorks. I just thought I'd share our most biggest crushes back in the day.
heehee! By the way, this is pretty embarrassing to show.

First one is...
ATREYU!
oh dear, he was the hunk and always the hero! And we thought the dragon was so realistic *cough* ahahahha makes me laugh! I loved the neverending story.

And of course, every girl HAS to love Mimi siku! Yeah, enough said.

And the one and only... LUKE SKYWALKER! Han solo's lazer guns and witty comments were no match to Luke's lightsaber and irresistable charm. :s

Hai Owari.

Birthday party pictures

2010-02-16T01:15:00.018+09:00

These are some pictures from the fun party we had for Cha's bday. We should do this again sometimes guys. Minus the dress up. hehe. We were all supposed to dress up as some title in a kingdom. Since it was the opening of the olympics, the parents and kids went down to watch it, while us young people played beer pong, flippie cup(?), and chilled. The games were pretty intense, I got super competetive with Joe and Cha because they were cheating and I wasn't getting the ball into the cups. HAHA! But I forgive Cha because she was the princess of the night. We all died at the end of the party. haha!
Anyways enjoy the pics! (And don't be scared)

Note to Lixy: I posted two photos of you. One I think you look berry pretty and I look ew, and the second I covered your face with an angry smiley face. so PLEASE please don't be angry.

Starting off: The princess and her body guards

Happy Birthday Sister

2010-02-13T05:22:00.009+09:00

Big 20 huh?? Niiice! I remember when you were still bushmen eyebrow, Estella Warren, daddy long legs, Cha. Now look how you've developed. HAHA gee I sound like your older sister don't I? Well big sister, you're such an awesome person. You've been my roomie, ONE OF the only people who actually listen to me and have something reassuring to say back (or something mean... it's always a mystery). I know sometimes I'm an annoying little sister, and I think you're a grumpy sister, but I really do love you. You've been my friend (kurcheck) yeah you get what I mean. I hope you really felt like a princess today. And I'll always be your little.. underling I suppose. I love you and hope all your wishes come true. XOXOXO

We were always pretty sweet!

Ahaha this picture has too many memories, good days huh? Mondays..

You always had the potential to be a good mother

Then you went and got yourself a son

You finally sang with me

You were such a beautiful bride

I wish I could have spent more time on this post, but alas we are about to have a party for you. Let's have an awesome night kay? xoxoox

Picture of the Day

2010-02-09T14:14:00.003+09:00

Greg and me...

Cha's foolishness

2010-02-06T13:45:00.006+09:00

Alright, Cha discovered how to put together pictures with music and stuff, and after this very important home meeting we were having, all our skypes pop up with THESE! Actually the meeting wasn't quite done, so I had a very hard time trying to stifle my laughs. Anyhow, she's such a princess....yeah. hahahah!!
Good luck on the baking Joe and Lixy!

ummm after the credits of this one is just the music, so you don't have to worry about seeing something random at the end.

Me and my Family

2010-02-04T01:42:00.012+09:00

Hi... I know I've been a boring person...I've been forgetting about this little blog here. So I'll pretty much answer the question eeeverybody asks when I start talking to them. "What have you been up to?" AH! Good question. I can't really give an answer that you will "oo and ahh" over. Life has been interesting, it's had its ups and downs that I can't really tell you about. I suppose change is always good. No, I KNOW change is good! Who wants to do the same old same old all your life? hehe. But I've been happy and healthy, and I can't complain in the least bit because...

I have great, cool, and wonderful parents!!

My awesome, not to mention pretty, sisters that I probably couldn't live without. And the cutest nephew that I will love forever and ever amen.

A silly brother to chillax with and share our deepest darkest secrets *cough* when he's home *cough* haha

And I can't forget the brother-in-law that jumped into our lives 7 years ago and who I'm always picking fights with. haha good days good days. ;)

And aaall the little ones who give me the opportunity to practice.... reaally really practice... patience. teehee! But I have a great family--yes I do.

Kay enough mushiness, here are some photos. Lixy edited them... 'cept for the third one.
love ya!

P.S. We're gonna start this new workout program, I'm gonna get super fit. Just you wait.

Sled Dog Race

2010-01-31T01:20:00.006+09:00

This is from last week, we went to watch this sled dog race. 50 miles. ;) It was a good experience I suppose, the dogs were adorable! I want one.

Here are some pictures:

The boys did some racing too. They didn't win, but they each got $5.

Willy got a lazy dog and he trotted the whole way through.

Brian got old dogs and they trotted too.

But Chris got the fast ones. yay

I don't think they were too happy about it--but I was. ;)

Nephew-ness

2010-01-26T12:44:00.008+09:00

So I'm really discouraged that my camera is broken. Anyway, I finally admitted that it's broken and put the xd card in to check out the last photos.. and THIS is what I found.

Oh My God. No wonder my poor camera broke. teehee.

I don't know what Cha is doing to her son, but all I can do is pray for them and know that Jason will be okay when he grows up. lol.

It's just so funny, yet ugly, yet cute. I don't know how to explain it. The poor boy didn't know what everyone was laughing about. I know that some of you who don't care for cute little kids will just be like, "aw, not another Jason post." But these are for the aunties and uncles and those who DO like kids.

These two Jason videos are a bit long and boring, but there are some really good parts in it.

The first one is of Jason trying to talk, he even blows kisses. So skip to where Cha is holding him. Yes? yes!
The second one is of Jason playing hockey. You can hear him saying "ball" and it's cute.

I also found this:
Special auntie and Jason bonding time. It's old but it's precious so I'll post it.

Goodnight. xoxo

To Mari...

2010-01-23T13:52:00.007+09:00

My most special, best, awesome, cool, crazy, silly, friend Mazzerz...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
17, I know it's not the same as turning 16, or 18, but still... I can't believe how fast time has passed. It seems like just a while ago you guys came over to our house. Then I was all embarrassed, asking your Mom for "Marri" and her not knowing who the heck I was talking about.

Then I remember you and Cha getting along so well.... I would get so jealous because you guys would walk on the tiny sidewalk and I'd try to fit beside you but the cars would start honking cause I'd get in the way. *sigh* poor len len.

But you were always my friend, no matter how dorky or weird I was. And you ended up becoming my very own bff! We always had fun no matter what, whether it was going for noodle pickups, sitting in the park and cloud gazing, giving massages, taking purris, going to the daiso, karaoke, baskin robin dates, telling scary stories, and the list goes on.

You always know when there's something wrong or I'm feeling down. And you also know how to make me laugh again. You always have some wise words to say that always seem to amaze me.
Time, places, people, may change, but those times we spent together are some things that I will never forget. You will always be my best friend, and I will always keep you close to my heart. We may not be able to communicate as much as before, but you're still the only one who I can share some things with, who already knows everything so I don't have to explain the whole history. Who shares and understands my frustrations.

So thank you Mari, for being pretty much the greatest. I don't know what my life would be without you. You complete me. I hope this year brings many fulfillments and blessings your way. I'm also waiting for you to visit me in the summer, so be sure to come. I love you Mari. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

I found this

2010-01-22T04:21:00.008+09:00

It's something Mari and I wrote aaages ago. We were playing this poetry game, we both had a paper and wrote two lines. We folded the lines over and switched papers, telling the person the last word so they can rhyme with it. The result was kinda interesting and I thought I'd share with you. Maz was being all poetic-like, and I... was being foolish. Sorry I ruined the groove. lol!

Mari: The clock is ticking on my wall,
that much time is lost,
Elena: You never carry me when I fall,
or find me when I'm lost,

Tainted innocence with broken hope,
Sunshine lost and cloudy dreams,
Words were harsh and my poor heart broke,
it's worse than it may seem,

fractured memory and dusty thoughts,
haunted dreams and empty beds,
everything's dirty I need a mop,
To wipe up my heart--and wet eyes that are red.

I know that I'm gonna write a whole 'nother post about Mari soon, but I couldn't wait to post this. This and some other things brought back so many fond memories. Anyway, I miss "us."

Dear somebody

2010-01-17T10:18:00.015+09:00

This is for you.

Call me crazy but, it's only because I'm crazy for you! was that smoothe? Capture your heart? heh. (It was super cold btw)

And Jason is just looking way too cute playing hockey.

Oh, and here is Lixy and I, singing amazing grace for sweet retired citizens of Canada.

ありがとう！！

2010-01-15T01:32:00.006+09:00

So the yesterday I was pretty angry about somethig, but when Joe, Cha, Lixy, and the babe Jason came home, they brought me a shiner prize from the Asian Mall--my favorite, chupa chups and ramen snack! Brings back some pretty good memories in Japan. They also brought back pizza and karamucho chips, mm-mmmm! Well the karamucho chips were theirs, but I could taste them just by looking at them. haha! I LOVE it!
Anyway they made my day and this is just a huge thanks to them. (Don't mind my plain face, and just focus on the yumminess in my hand and the happiness from within my heart.)

And here's a little treat for you, Greg showing who's boss. hehe. He scored twice, and his last one was a buzzer beater. The last pic is of him scoring. Woohoo go Greg!

Sweetness

2010-01-13T03:28:00.007+09:00

So yesterday morning, after staying up till 4 AM chatting with a random guy (ha-ha), I'm awaken at 9:00 by a knock on the door.

Me: grumbles...yes??
My younger bro Chris peeks in with a big grin.
Me thinking: oh no what now??
Chris: Here Elena, *pulls out a plate with an omelette and a cup of hot chocolate* Brian and I made you breakfast!

Awww so sweet. I was touched, really.
Now the parents are home and we can get back to normal schedule. School and school, fun fun! *cough* I'll be seeing Greg and his mates play basketball at his school today, if I had a camera I would take photos. sob... anyhow, staying home alone with my brothers hasn't been all that bad. Some good brother and sister bonding time. ;) Watching scary movies, playing wii, eating chips.. yup!

Sayonara :(

2010-01-10T06:07:00.004+09:00

Today is a very sad day. My camera died. Yes... my sweet, kind, brave, tough, little camera is broken. Now I don't know how I will ever replace it. It survived being splashed with water, being dropped too many times, being in the hands of a baby, and apparently being soaked in lime. And now, after taking its' last footage of Jason it just.. died. I'm trying to see if I can fix it, but I don't have much hopes for it. *sob* How am I ever going to post random videos and pictures of my life? Well my blog might as well say goodbye to that.

I'm also supposed to be seeing the markhamians tomorrow, but I found out they were sick with the fever today.
I'm praying for you guys!! It's probably sadder than my camera, but I'm looking on the bright side and saying that I'll see you again. So I'll be seeing you. ;) Oh, and have fun in Texas Lainz and Andre. ;)

Well anyhow... since I'm going to be home alone with my little brothers and Greg, I'll have to take the roll of snow white and take care of them. hehe. Or should I become a task master and make them cook for me, clean, and get me things? muaha-ha!

Oh and listen to this song, this Brandon Heath guy is just the coolest. Love you all.

It's cold!

2010-01-07T14:18:00.007+09:00

And it's late. And I just want to snuggle with somebody warm right now! I guess my blankets will have to do for now. I think my sisters have rekindled my love for romance novels, and on that note...good night. Sweet dreaaams!

Wii

2010-01-06T12:13:00.007+09:00

We have WII!! yaaay! Christmas present from Greg and our parents. Yep... this has been what we've been up to every night. Boxing in particular. I videoed Cha and Joe fighting.
You have to watch it till the end... Cha starts strangling Joe! eheheh! The best!

My stay at Markham

2010-01-04T02:22:00.010+09:00

I'm sure you've never seen THESE photos before. he-he. These are all the photos that I didn't get to post when I was at Markham. (To Markham people: Try to focus on the good memories--and not how ugly we all look kay?? :D)
Anyway, these are just random photos from caroling, sledding, being foolish, and karaoke. It was a good two months. I miss them!!! I miss my OCs! But it's a new year, and good things are bound to happen again. Woohoo! I'll leave you now with these happy photos. Love you all!

To a special friend

2010-01-02T13:06:00.008+09:00

Nobo!

Happy Birthday!

You are such an awesome person and I miss you very muchly. I can't believe you're 20, ojisan ni natta yo! wara! Joking.. juust joking. I was just looking at these photos and they put a smile on my face remembering these good times. Me beating you at speed, Cha and I hiding behind the corner to surprise you with the camera, and just being silly. It made me miss you. I pray that this year will be the best one yet! I hope you're happy and healthy, and maybe one day we'll meet again. HAHA! Wait... we HAVE to meet again, OK?
Anyway, just know that I love you and haven`t forgotten about you. 頑張ってね？HAPPY 20th BIRTHDAY!

Happy New Year!

2010-01-01T08:43:00.006+09:00

2009 was probably one of my hardest years, but here I am... happy and healthy. That's something worth celebrating. I just want to say thank you to the people in my lives that were there for me, that cried with me, that made me laugh, and those who were just good at being friends. I probably wouldn`t have made it through the year without you (spiritually). I miss you all, those of you in Japan, and yes--you here in Canada.
A lot of you have given me inspiration in different areas of my life and I hope I`ll be able to return the favor someday in my life. I pray that this year is full of new experiences, joy, fun, love, and more for all of my friends, family, and anybody else who decides to read this post.
Happy New Year! xxx

Back in Good ol' Marmora

2009-12-29T04:07:00.008+09:00

Yes, oh little town of Marmora. It's really white... and cold... and the house is so empty--but we've been having ourselves some pretty good parties. Especially with Joe's skills of alcohol, jummy! The first thing I said when I came home was, "Let's EXERCISE!" Yeah I was feeling pretty fattish!
So I'll be posting pictures from Christmas plus a bonus video of Jason jumping and falling. hehe. He's gotten so big, and I still want to squish him more than ever. Anyways enjoy.

Jason was my very special Christmas present

Most of us cousins...

Ahem, I don't know why the uncle is sitting on the nephew's lap.
The three uncles.. being happy?Check out Willy's face--he's fighting with the poo dog. tsk tsk

Everyone wanted to hold the pooch!

Awww I missed him too much!

Me and my big brother

I found this tray of sweets so I took a bite and...

I ended up trying to eat the whole thing. hah kidding... I can control myself. kinda/sorta! heh!

Opening presents..

two photo bombs.. heh

My handsome cousin!

The bored looking boys..

Being piggies pig pigs! hehehe... I was trying on all my new presents. See all my leg warmers on the bed? I think this is the new style.. lol

And there's lot's more to come... good night all!

Ola!

2009-12-27T14:08:00.005+09:00

And a late Merry Christmas!
I know I know, I've been a slacker. But all if forgiven because... I've been busy serving the Lord.
So I'm back with my family now, and reunited with my PO. Still visiting my grandparents though. I miss everybody in Markham. *sigh* I had a really, REALLY good time. Can't believe that those two months are already over. I'm gonna miss the love. BUT it's good to see my family. I had an awesome Christmas--and the food was just so good. I love food--especially sweets (I have the biggest sweet tooth). And the turkey was by far, the best turkey I've had in my life. It was sooo juicy and tender, unbelievable. It was also really good to see all the cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. hehe. Pictures will be coming later.
I was pretty disappointed about it not snowing though. I was dreaming of a white christmas, but when I woke up... it was raining. PTL! I'll just have to wait another year.

So here's a funny story about me and my Christmas presents:
The day I was going leave, Ana hands me a gift. I opened it to find a pair of high socks and... LEG WARMERS! Whoopi!! I love leg warmers! So my family picked me up and off we went to my grandparents'. When we arrived, my Grandma handed me a little box. It contained a pair of pink socks and... a nice pair of sparkley leg warmers. "000," I said, "The more the merrier." Then Cha goes, "oh no~" and hands me her present. I open it up to find, yes, two more pairs of leg warmers. But wait, there's more! My Mom starts laughing and Cha blurts out, "MOM! You better not have... I told you I had already bought leg warmers for her!" She continues laughing, so I open my present to find.... a pair of LEG WARMERS! Now I have a pair of leg warmers for each day of the week. I think I'll even give each one a name, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday....etc. lol. I'm very happy, so thank you everybody for the presents. I love youu!

Anyway, enough stupidness. Since I've been kind of distant from my friends and the world, I'm looking forward to do some catching up with you all. So I'd better find you on chat sometime, or else! I'll leave you with a picture from today at Niagra falls. I'll post more later, but this will have to do for now.

ahhh SHOPPING!

2009-12-15T22:20:00.003+09:00

The time has come for crazy Christmas shopping. The fretting and worrying about what to get who, how, and when. It's all so stressing. It's so busy these days, and I want to be able to get EVERYBODY something perfect, but I can't. *sigh* Usually I start shopping in the beginning of December, and I'm not finished till the day before Christmas. Yeah I'm a lame shopper. hehe. Well we'll see how the outcome is.
Anyhoo, I hope you're all doing better in your shopping than me. heh.

And I just want you (my sweet lovehut friends) to know that I haven't forgotten about you at ALL and I love you and miss you so much. I hope you guys are doing fine, you all seem to be dying from work and stuff. This picture makes me smile. You make me smile! Love you!!!
MARI! I miss you....

Happy photos

2009-12-11T00:47:00.010+09:00

teeheehee!
I hope I'm not persecuted for my righteousness' sake for posting these photos. If, IF, any of you in these photos do not approve, just tell me and I will (reluctantly) take them down.
But for now, I hope you enjoy these awesome photos. heh.
Yeah I even got two models to pose for me. Woopdidoo!! lol. Too bad the photographer wasn't that good.... but PTL.

OH! And it snowed, a while ago actually. It's just so purrrty! But then again--its's cold. Anyway be good everybody. I know "I" am! :p

Singing group

2009-12-04T02:50:00.005+09:00

Not meaning to post the same thing as Marieanne, but I know alot of you haven't seen me with my singing group. It's from a show we did at the festival of lights. (If you want to see all of them, just go to Marieanne's blog. It's in my blog lists!) It was the first time singing with mics, and I think we did pretty good. (Just don't watch the video, cho yabai!) We sang at a Police department yesterday, so I have a lot of good photos to post. It was also Marty's birthday yesterday, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I'll keep you updated!

Some decorations

2009-12-03T02:56:00.005+09:00

December is here!
How wonderful is that eh? Yesterday, after a good singing practice with Michael piano, we started putting up some Christmas decorations. I (being the bum that I am) didn't do that much to help decorate, but I took some photos. hehe. Don't mind the random disrespectful student. nyaha!

I love the Christmas season; listening to the music, eating the cookies, and making people happy. Tis is sweet!

I miss him

2009-11-27T00:16:00.005+09:00

He's growing up without me! I'm going to come home and he won't even remember me. :( I am trusting that his parents will be showing him pictures of "na-na" every single day so my face will be fresh in his memory. lol! Be good Jason, and I hope you miss me. muwahaha!

And of course, I miss my family too. I hope you guys are having tons of fun... without me. hehe. Love you guys!

And these fine-looking people are the ones I have the honour of singing with. :) Marieanne and Ana are my two lovely roommates. Or as my dad puts it, "sexy roommates!" Sexy indeed! Well sorry I'm not posting anything new, but hope you're happy with this. Love ya!

Ice-cream!!

2009-11-19T04:59:00.007+09:00

We, with the help of Jonny Z. (teehee), made some ice-cream. I helped by playing the piano while they were shaking the can. Setting the mood ya know. The result wasn't too bad. Though some complained.. tsk tsk. After we finished up the homemade ice-cream, we all ate Ana's birthday ice-cream. It was goood. (I know, we're piggies) Thanks Ana!

Then that night Andre, Lainz, and Oli came home. So happy!

I'm sure you can tell that I'm verrry excited in the last photo. haha...you gotta love Frank's mohawk hat.

I'M HERE

2009-11-16T12:52:00.011+09:00

Hey ya'll! It's good to be back. I had forgotten my computer's power cord back at home, and thanks to my wonderful parents, got it back a couple of days ago. I'm too happy. *sigh* (That's my excuse for not updating btw) Cha had also made some yuuuummmyy cookies that I shared with Marie-anne, Ana, and some kiddos! It was too good that they all wanted more. THANKS CHA! (we took photos. ;) Seeing Lixy made my day as well. So I am pretty happy right now.

You see, Ana and I have been quite lonely these days. Lainey, Andre, and Oli deserted us to go to D.C.! hehe! We've been missing them, buuuut we're having fun without them too. nyaha! We might have been going a little crazy though, laughing at nothing till we can't breathe. Right Ana? lol!

There's a lot of photos, so beware. It starts off with us being piggies and eating the cookies, then goes to show some of the people I'm living with. My roomie in our room--Marieanne; her son Devin and I; and the cool dude Brandon. Then...ahem... it's Ana and I...making our hair and putting on make-up. Primping for the night. Jonny came over and we watched some movies and went trigger happy with my camera. HEEHEE. Then it's us... making breakfast. Wow, too much information? Good, I can't be the only one with a fried brain right now. Love you all.

P.S.

2009-11-10T14:30:00.001+09:00

Had sushi with everybody here. OISHI!!! I'm sad I didn't take photos, but my belly was stuffed and I was a very happy piggy.
Just thought I'd add that.
Oh this is the first time eating sushi since coming to Canada. ;) Love you all.

The other Hirasawa

2009-11-10T14:07:00.003+09:00

Dearest-est Nina!!
Happy Birthday. I know this is probably lame... but I just HAD to post this for you because.. well... I laaab youu! I miss you so much. I was looking through all these pictures, and they bring back so many good memories. Oh remember the piano and recording?? hahaha! I can't believe I deleted them. OH well. You've been an awesome friend, those late nights talking, throwing a football (wink). lol. There's soooo many memories I could name, and every time I write one thing, I start thinking of another memory. So I'll just say this, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY NINA! I hope you have the best birthday ever. I pray this year is one full of new goals, love, laughter, and accomplishments. I hope your wishes come true. Love you so much."

Some photos that bring back good memories. Don't get mad at me for posting these hai? hehe.

To my bro-in-law

2009-11-06T00:24:00.008+09:00

Awww guess whose birthday it is today?
Mister brother-in-law Joey.
Joe, ever since the first day I met you I thought you were a pretty cool dude. I even cried when you and Nina left. heheh

There have been times we didn't really get along...

And there have been foolish times...

And even though I always tease you about how tiny you are..(hehe)

Or how we have those freaky fights....

We were always happy in the end...

You're like my older little brother that I could look UP to...

A comedian that isn't ALWAYS funny...(hahahaha)

You make my sister happy and you're a good hubby and father,

So happy birthday to the 21 year old. Live it up, have lot's of tequila drinks (without me...sob), and stay that funny/weird man that you are. HAHA! Even though we have our sweet quarrels, I love ya J... say hi to your boss for me aye? hahah joke.

I'm alive!!

2009-11-04T01:19:00.005+09:00

Alive and kicking. ;) Alright... some Halloween photos that Cha has requested. There's not too many, but it's good enough.
By the way, it's all going good here in Markham. I love it! :) Especially my snuggling partner Ana. Well enjoy the photos. Pleaaase, nobody kill me for posting these. weee!! Much love

Fever-ness!

2009-10-31T14:27:00.005+09:00

Yes, I've been sick.
I had all my bags packed and I was ready to go. The morning of the day that I was going to head off for Markham, I was awaken by my Mother's loud voice, telling me how much she'll miss me and for me to wake up and clean my room so my lovely sister could move in. Sweet mama. I thought that maybe I had gotten the massive headache that I was feeling and red watery eyes from morning tiredness, and maybe my body was aching so much because I had been raking all the day before. But no, I soon discovered it was, yes, a fever. Wasn't too bad, 39 1/2 C. My sweet brother Greg was so kind to bring it home from school. nyahahah love ya Greg! :p So I was quarantined to my room and became "unclean." *sigh*
The Lord works in mysterious ways though eh?
The fever allowed me to....

See my sister Lixy and have some good talk times
Eat the oishi Japanese goodies she brought for us
Dress up and have a princess party for Annie
And get TWO bye-bye parties... kinda/sorta

So that was berry fantastico. We're all happy and healthy now and in tip-top shape. I hope.
Aaaaand I think I'll be leaving now. G'night to all.

The Story of the Monkey

2009-10-28T03:55:00.008+09:00

One day a very happy monkey was playing in his Auntie's room.

The auntie found the monkey playing on her bed and thought he looked a little too mischievous.

So she decided to pick him up, but the monkey didn't want her to pick him up, so he began crying and calling out to his mother monkey.

Mother monkey heard his cries and (after some hours) came to his rescue and swooped him off his two tiny feet.

Look at his smug face...cheh...

This baby is such a handfull... hehe! I'll miss him though. This will probably be my last Jason post in a while. Sawwy!

Me and Greg

2009-10-26T01:00:00.009+09:00

Playing basketball. Just some brother and sister bonding time. ha!
Words of advice, if you ever decide that you want to play basketball against Greg, I suggest you shouldn't. He's pretty much the biggest cheater in town. You can see in the photos that he likes to hold your arm or leg if he doesn't get the ball. lol!
These are a little old, maybe around the beginning of this month, when Greg actually came home from school or wouldn't stay in his room all afternoon. nyaha~!
Anyhow...check out Greg's faces, they're hilarious.

I Figured it out!

2009-10-23T13:01:00.005+09:00

Since none of you had any advice to tell me on how to put the Youtube vids on my blog (I believe I have asked for advice before... thanks ppl! heh), I found it out for myself! *clap clap clap!* Woohoo! I'm posting a random video. This one is JUST for Mari, and maybe all you other sexy thangs. But when I see the mouse, I think of Mari-be. hehehe! Oh yes and please pray for Mari, she has an eye sty, though she still looks cute as ever. Love you Maz!

Can anybody say Chinese food??

2009-10-22T13:19:00.015+09:00

Yesterday sweet sweet Mommy and Papsi took us all to a Chinese Buffet--the food was Heavenly.

Before you go on, here's a story for you about this place that took place a while ago. Remember those photos at the Chinese Buffet with the pretty lady in the red shirt? (That's you Tasha!! hehe) Well this is a different restaurant, we were orginally gonna go to this one. We had entered and had already sat down, gotten water, when some of us realized that the buffet selection was so small and the atmosphere wasn't really the bestest. Although I protested, we all got up and left the poor tiny place, and I was SO embarrassed. Since it was so tiny and quiet, everybody noticed us leave.
I was like, "This is so embarrassing, I don't think I could ever come back here."
So when I heard we were going to come back with my family, I kinda groaned inward. (I know... pretty lame--you wouldn't understand the embarrassment unless you were there)
But it was worth it! The food was SO tasty and delicious! I'm getting hungry just thinking of it.

Anyhow enjoy the photos of us stuffing ourselves.

The happy eaters!

Greg Got lucky with his fortune cookie and got a bunch. I told him to pick out his favorite...

Cha was very satisfied with hers and went to Joe and said, "So... what are you gonna give me this week?" And Jason... well... Jason's cookie was empty.

Cha found the waribashis (Disposable Chopsticks) and decided to swipe some in her shirt. And guess what? They were JAPANESE! Irashaimase!!

After everyone was stuffed (Jason had a huge belly) I looked over and there was my sister, eating more chicken.

It was GOOD food!

My fortune... what will happen this Friday ehhh??

Despite the solemn faces, we were very happy at the end.

This was my dessert...!

It is my time to hit the sack. I will definitely dream of eating the oishi food all over again. Goodnight!

P.S. Don't mind my very plain face.

Dear Jesus

2009-10-21T06:38:00.006+09:00

Give me your eyes for just one second
Give me your eyes so I can see
Everything that I keep missing
Give me your love for humanity
Give me your arms for the broken hearted
Ones that are far beyond my reach
Give me your heart for the ones forgotten
Give me your eyes so I can see.

I like this song--and it's stuck in my head. Must be a good thing, because right about I need His eyes so that I can see....

Just the Daily News

2009-10-20T00:25:00.008+09:00

A few days ago I heard the surprising but awesome news that (yes I'm sure you heard) my oldest sister LIXY is coming to the tiny town of Marmora next week. We are stealing her from Japan. hehe.
I can't wait to see this sister of mine and give her the biggest hug out there! Life just got that much better. I am a happy hippo. It's just sad that I'm not gonna be there for the first two months, but I'll still see her during the two months so it's all good.

Yes that's right, I'm going to the Markham home soon. I definitely can't wait! I will be sure to bring my junky little camera with me so I can snap photos of the lovely people there and keep you updated on what I'm up to. But I can't promise I'll be faithful to this blog. I know some people will be expecting to see updates, one in particular *cough* Cha *cough*... haha! It'll actually be the first time in a long time that we can actually post about different things without worrying we're gonna post the same photos and say the same things. Isn't that right Cha? lol.
This is actually going to be the first time away from my family for more than one week. LOL! Wow, I don't get out much (in that sense) do I? Not that it's really my fault...muahaha! Well I'll leave you now and go bask in my happiness.

P.S. Halloween is coming up and I look forward to be taking plenty of photos. I will be sure to post about it.

Dance Practice

2009-10-18T00:11:00.004+09:00

I finally figured out how to get smiles on their faces when teaching them the dance. Tensai desu!
Then again, the ears brought out Willy's animal side and Annie's evil side, but at least they danced for once.

It's Jason time

2009-10-17T01:54:00.007+09:00

I caught some cute videos of Jason and thought I'd share it with you who care. ;) He's such an adorable nephew, even though he's such a rascal. He's starting to copy words you say. He ALWAYS says please by clapping his hands, and when you say, "yes Jason?" he shakes his head incessantly. But I love this boya to bits. I'll leave you with these videos.
Enjoy. ;)

To the 21 obasan

2009-10-15T12:40:00.003+09:00

To my crazy, happy, funny, silly, friend Mika, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
You're...no waay... not 21?? Oba-san da~! haha! Gee, I miss you so damn much. My partner in crime. (you know what I mean, CJ a.k.a. cuties, same flavor of pretzels, etc.) I can remember when we first saw you and Mari, Cha and I always thought you were "too cool" for us. hahaha!! You were also taller than me, but who's the cool taller one now EH? tehe, joke! You're still the bully: four hours, lenlen-be, yeah definitely. Now you're just a busy girl, working 24/7, with a terrible internet connection. No good Miks. You don't even have time for Cutie. tsk tsk! heheh!
I miss you trying to harmonize with my singing at karaoke, even though it'd be so annoying cause you wouldn't know the key and you'd go off. HAHA! But I loved that you weren't shy and you'd always sing with me while busking, even though you had a cold. Bubbly, You've got a friend, silent night...! Also you and your jinxes, maji de I think they worked. Particularly for billiards. haha! So many good laughs with you.
You'd better visit us in Canada, and it better not be only a week. That's just a waste of money. haha but if so, then we'll have to make it the best week ever. I hope your birthday will be one full of... cuties? Don't be grumpy, have an awesome day, and I hope your wish comes true.
I'm posting a tiny bit of photos so please don't kill me. Some are back in the day, so you can't really get mad at me right? Well I was gonna post tons... but I love you so I won't.
愛しているよ！頑張れ～！Mikaちん超大好き！MISS YOU!!! xoxox

Happy Thanksgiving!!

2009-10-13T00:15:00.005+09:00

As you know, in Canada thanksgiving is celebrated a month before the US celebrates it, so I get to spend it with my family and eat a lot of oishi turkey.
I'm thankful for everything and everyone in my life. When you think about it, the things we find to complain about are pretty small in comparison to the things we can find to be thankful about. Going outside and looking at the gorgeous colors and breathing in the fresh air pretty much makes me happy. It's just refreshing. Yesterday I was outside and decided to try to "capture" the beauty of nature, but with my junk little camera it didn't really do nature justice. ahaha! But I'll show you anyways. Don't laugh okay? Oh and the last one I took while we were driving, that's the "green slimy" river we swim in... ha-ha-ha. (It's not slimy... ) But the colors are awesome no?
Hopefully I'll remember to take pictures tonight of our thanksgiving dinner. woohoo! But for now I'm going to exercise so I can eat with a good conscious. heh.

Here you go!

2009-10-10T23:16:00.010+09:00

Me and my... not too good modeling. But it was fun, plenty of laughs. haha!
I hate the glare in my glasses though, argh! Ruins the whole picture. Not much you can do about it though.
I told Cha to photoshop these for me, but she doesn't have any programs that will do that, and neither do I. So you'll have to do with the originals. As always.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

P.S. The quality in the photos aren't too good as I had to resize them with..with.. ahhh I'll just say it, with paint. THERE! It's the only program that will resize.

10 seconds

2009-10-09T13:45:00.002+09:00

Well well....this one is gonna be a quickie! 10 second post? heh! So Cha was practicing her "photography" on me again, so I happen to have a bunch of photos to post for you. But not today. I knooow some of you have been telling me to take new photos, so yeah. It was cold and the sun had just gone behind the clouds. Perfect. haha! For now I will leave you with this picture.
Autumn has come. woohoo!
Goodnight my friends.
I loveth thou!!
:P

Some Memorable Pictures

2009-10-06T13:19:00.013+09:00

Passing time makes memories, but it's the people I passed the time with that make the memories special. And those special memories I will never forget.
After looking at these pictures, I realize I have a big grin on my face. heh...

It's October!

2009-10-02T07:13:00.012+09:00

October 2nd and it already feels like Japanese winter. I think I must get ready to hibernate soon--like this bear. lol I love it!

I hate waking up in the winter, I just want to stay in my snuggly bed all morning. But life doesn't work that way does it? I've been thinking these days, and alot of things I thought I had planned out for my life perfectly, doesn't seem so perfect anymore. Time changes things, people, once upon a time promises, and people's mindsets. Sometimes I just wish I could go into hibernation like the bear, when the cold winter comes... I can just sleep through it all. Get the drift?
Well for now, I'm determined to be the best little daisy I can. Feel free to sing with me. haha... besides... the sun is always shining.

btw, the trees are all getting orange, red, and yellow, and it's quite the sight. You're all missing out! nyaha!

I'm going crazy!!

2009-09-28T13:59:00.009+09:00

Hey There!

I am literally going crazy on thinking of what to write here. I could say a lot of things, but unlike the brave souls, (and also a bit selfish on my part, he-he), I don't want to share with the whole world a lot of things. So there! I probably already said this too many times anyways.

Anyway as you know, I go crazy when I'm tired, and it's past 2:00 AM, so beware.
And I want a hug.

So you wanna know a fun fact about me? Well I dunno about fun, but I just thought I'd tell you; I'm suuuper scared of being alone outside at night. Who isn't right? But we have a garage outside, and every time I go out there to get something, my heart pounds so fast and hard, I feel like I could just collapse. Of course I don't...! hehe! And if somebody is with me telling scary stories, they better be ready to deal with me freaking out. I'm fine with anything dark in the house, dark hallways, dark rooms, whatever, But outside... whew! The thing is.... for some reason, I like being outside, even though I'm scared. I'll just sit, breathe in the fresh air, and listen to nothing except the crickets and maybe my pounding heart. It feels like it's the only time I don't think, and it just feels awesome. You know how people say when it gets quiet, the only thing left to do is think, not for me. Maybe inside the house I think, but not outside. You should try it sometime.
In Japan I'd go to the nearest danchi (apartment building) and jog all the way to the top, and just look out over the city and listen to the busy-ness of the world. By far, the most relaxing and soothing thing ever. I wish I could do it again.
And I got to spend my last moment looking over Japan with Mari. Good times...

I told you I go crazy when I'm tired. Sorry to bore you. Have a good night, and a good day to you nihonjins! GOOD DAY MATES! *wink* ;) hahahah

P.S. Don't mind the weird photos, as I said I'm going nuts. And also, I was sooo bored today that I tried to put on this make-up from a picture, but it ended up looking like my usual make-up. But I just thought I'd show you anyway.

As I said... looks like the usual make-up. I also need to get another program to resize my photos.. other than paint. hahaha!

Party Over Here

2009-09-26T01:27:00.013+09:00

OK.... that was by far one of the most disaster parties in my short history. he-he! I think Jason had fun, but geez... I had to become the kids' slave for the day. hehe... (Just so you know, Cha and Joe invited the neighbors' kids for the party)
"HEY! Girl in the purple shirt!! Play tag with us NOW! No 'buts'."
"Auntie!! Play the guitar for us!!"
"YOU! Take us to your room! I WANT to go in your room!"
True story! I swear. Crazy no? And Oh. My. God!! We had a piñata .. and there happened to be a bunch of whistles in it. I'm sure you can imagine what would happen if you put kids + whistles together. To make things worse, we had tons of party blowers that made a squeaky sorta annoying sound when you blew in it. Yeah... that was probably WORSE than the whistles. Oh well I'll be ok.
Anyway Jason LOVED his cake, Cha did a good job. hehe! There's a video of him eating at the end.
The photos are all in chronological order, Jason opens his present and voila, it's a car! The neighborhood kids come and go wild playing different games. We played string piñata where you have to find the right string that opens the door to goodies. Well the kids decided to pull all of them at once, and after that, they destroyed the 14 buck car piñata that Joe and Cha had bought. Its life was short... about 1 minute. And of course after games... cake and ice-cream is always after yes? Then Cha and I had fun playing with Jason's birthday presents. haha... and Jason had the after-pary's toilet time.

Cha might kill me for some of these photos... and also she told me how it's so annoying that we both post about the same things. But a promise is a promise, and I told you that I'd post photos of this mini/CRAZAY party. Well I love you all and hopefully will try to post more regularly.. unlikely though. he-he. I was gonna post photos from when we went to Markham (btw that was really fun guys! THANKS!) but as I said, Cha doesn't like the same posts. ;) Anyway enjoy the photos and feel my pain. haha!

First-est is the best-est ;)

2009-09-24T23:32:00.010+09:00

To my tiniest little love:
Happy 1st Birthday Po!! You are the cutest, most lovable, chubby, squishy, thing in my world. You bright up my day and put a smile on face every time I look at you. Whether your crying, angry, being a rascal, or laughing. You just melt my heart. I knew I'd love you since the day I heard your Mommy was preggy. I think you felt that connection when I'd sing to you when you were still in her tummy. Then you were born and my heart just flew away to another planet you were so darn cute and tiny. I think you had that affect on everyone....

You were such a grump (I completely understand you) cause everyone was trying to hold you and you couldn't get any rest.

Every time you tried to walk you'd make the cutest little sounds. And every time I held you you'd put your forehead against mine and played with my necklace. I love it!

Now!! You're all grown up with girlfriends and such... HAHA! not yet Jason.. not yet. ;) Be safe, cause you're my little angel. And I love you sooo much. I hope this birthday will be the first--but not the last-- GREAT birthday ever! love you my little flum.

(Photos of today's mini bday party will be posted later.)

Video Time!

2009-09-19T23:32:00.004+09:00

Hey.... hi... HELLO! ummm I just wanted to tell you that I'm ok. I'm not dead--yet! I just wanted to show you these videos... because I like them so you should too. It's just a glimpse of what our wordtime prayers are like, and Jason and his boobie fetish. I guess all babies have that problem. he-he-he. Yesterday we had this awesome bbq with our neighbors... Cha, Mom, and I made oishi oishi onigiris, temakizushi, and tempura. We had a little chilling and singing around the fire time. It was relaxing. My memory goes kinda of blank for the past few days though, so if you ask me what I've been doing, I'm not sure if I can answer that. lol! (no, I have not been drunk or taking any drugs of the sort :p)
Oh but I started school...woopdidoo.
ANYWAYS, I know I'm boring, but I can't help it. I just love you! haha~
Enjoy the videos... the first one is my Mom praying--isn't she so revolutionary? haha!
Second is THE neph, he laughs every time Cha says, "boobie." whatta weirdo! oops sorry.. he's a cutie-pie!

Tadan!!!

2009-09-14T22:30:00.005+09:00

Tadan nothing...gosh... I've been so lazy on my blog these days. But it doesn't seem that anybody will miss me anyway, cause most of the ppl that read my blog and COMMENT are in Japan at the FDTP, or are busy working and moving into a new home. ..Mari... Mika... AHEM! Buuut I'm gonna update for heck's sake. I've been kindaaa busy. More busy than I used to be here in Canada. haha! I'm gonna be going to Markham home for the Christmas season if all goes as planned! woopie! Sooo to make up for not being here with my family for Christmas to sing and dance, I'm making the kids a dance. It's been really tiring teaching wild kids who don't want to dance. I'm sure almost anybody knows that feeling. And I'm already tired on the first day.uh oh! I don't have any school right now, I'm just waiting for the cd's to come in. *sigh* Nothing like the first day of school eh? Catching up on everything you've forgotten for the past three months. What do you think if I went to highschool next year? Don't bother answering that one.
Oh and Greg bought a new car, yatta!

Also I want to shout out a quick Happy Birthday to a hot, cute, sweet, lovely, fun, and awesome Ana! Can't wait to be your roomie. heehee! love you sooooso much!

Jonny!!

2009-09-13T08:41:00.004+09:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

I'm so sad I couldn't go to your party, I hope it was fun though. I hope your 18th year will be a good one, with all--or at least some-- of your wishes coming true! hehe... I miss you tons and tons! Sorry the picture isn't the best, but it's the only one of me and you. hahah! lame eh? Thanks for being so great. Love youuuuuu!!! xoxox

50!!! prime age ;)

2009-09-07T14:22:00.003+09:00

Happy Birthday to the most wonderful Mommy in my whole world!
You mean so much to me mom! Without you I would be nothing. I love everything about you, your crazy and foolish spirit, your funny hats, your Japanese accent that we can always tease you about (without you getting too angry), your loving heart, your funny made up songs (ton ton harirara... you know what I mean), and everything else I love about you.
I admire you so much--especially these last four years. I can't even imagine how you felt losing ojichan and obachan. Those times were so hard yet you made it through, still managing to be the funny and caring mom that you are. You definitely have ojichan's firmness and perseverence and obachan's gentle heart. Thank you for always being there for me, making me laugh when I'm angry or sad, I really am thankful for you. I hope this 50th year of yours will have many dreams and goals come true. (and I will try to help you accomplish them.) I love you so much Mom! Keep holding on, and try not to be so stressed on your birthday.
xoxo