On some days I find myself wishing for a vacation where I can relax and take a break from responsibilities at work, but the irony is that I think I would be more stressed out "unplugging". I feel much more comfortable being able to check in on things and respond. It's a good thing I …
365: Day 44 – Lesson from Sushi Chef
There's a sushi restaurant across the street and I often see the Chef stay after the restaurant has closed to clean up, water the plants, and do other chores. Later still, he is looking at his phone or on his computer. Now, before you think I am creepy and this is all I do late …
365: Day 43 – Cat and rabbit
Cat and mouse rabbit
365: Day 42 – Change of Pace
Today was a welcome change of pace where there was little related to the home and although I'm super excited about the new place, it was nice to be able to focus more on work and do some catching up. In other news, I heard that USC--my alma mater--will be sunsetting the regional clubs. I …
365: Day 41 – Selecting Kitchen Appliances
Continuing on the Kitchen topic, we went shopping for appliances this morning and we finally have everything all picked out. After loving everything and considering everything we kept narrowing it down until we finally zeroed in on the look and features we wanted. We’re going with these white Café appliances. The general look of the …
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365: Day 40 – Designing a Kitchen
Today we spent almost four hours talking to a kitchen designer and it is still now completely finished. Even though it isn't quite finished, we at least have a better idea of how much the kitchen will end up costing. Above is a picture of the existing kitchen. The new kitchen will have new cabinets, …
365: Day 39 – Inspections [Missed]
I missed yesterdays post 😦 . Had a busy day with quite a few contractors to get estimates on remodeling different parts of the home and then had to finish a bunch of things for work to avoid falling behind. I opened my computer in bed and put on the TV for me to write …
365: Day 38 – The Story of the Animated Drawing
I came across Walt Disney's The Story of the Animated Drawing on Disney+, and it never ceases to amaze me what Walt Disney managed to accomplish in his lifetime. I constantly think about Walt Disney because his presence is written all over this city. I used to live halfway between the old Disney studios and …
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365: Day 37 – Inspections, Inspections
The home buying process is quite stressful, and at the current stage we're at the stress is mostly coming from inspections and appointments with different contractors. Coordination and gathering information has taken a lot of planning and patience. Inspections First, the general inspection to make sure anything and everything the home may need is disclosed. …
365: Day 36 – Old coworkers
I came across this picture of my old co-worker and friend, Hu Jumei. I lost contact with her and I wonder where she’s at. At the time she sat in the cubicle next to mine and it was always a pleasure to see her in the mornings. I will never forget the time she asked …
