3.... 2...... 1....... And they're off!
So this year came in with a bang. A really really BIG bang, hehe. Just a few things I have to list to remind myself how kick-ass the end of 2002 and the beginning of 2003 was, so bear with me. Over break, I got to spend a lot of time with the fam, which I (unexpectedly) really enjoyed!
After Christmas, I went snowboarding with Ant and Joe. The trip was great 'cept for the fact that I BROKE my snowboard AND bindings. I wish I had had a camcorder to videotape the whole incident (which is forever burned into my memory) because it had to be one of the most funniest things I've seen in a while. After eating it hard, I decided to unstrap and ride my board down, but that didn't happen. The slope of the hill overpowered me and my board, so I lost my board and it took off by itself down the hill. Ant went after it (with no luck, duh!) while I was sliding down the hill and watching the whole spectacle. The board missed a few snowboarders, took out one skier, made it through a "slow" sign and almost caught some major air before being stopped by the snow-maker. Fortunately enough, this was the end of its journey, for just ahead was the "beginner's zone!" Phew!
Since I was already sick, going snowboarding didn't help my cause. I got even more sick and lost my appetite. Getting sick didn't depress me. It was the appetite losing part that did. Since I love to eat, I was really sad that I, well, COULDN'T. *sigh*
So new years is rolling around and my brothers and I decide to spend this new year celebration away from home (for the first time). New year's is usually spent with my fam, but I dunno what came over me that had me decided on going to "Together as One" in LA. Telling my parents last minute was not the greatest idea. At first, I didn't even have their blessing, but I guess talking to them some more, and the both of us not wanting to have any grudges (or samang loob) against each other with the new year coming, we somehow came to an agreement and I was good to go for my trip. Phew again! I can't complain anymore about my family, or my parents. I'm SO SO SO SO SO SO lucky to have them. They're one of a kind. =)
TOGETHER AS ONE was the most fun I've ever had on a New Year's celebration! OMG OMG OMG. It's gonna take a lot to top this one. Thanks my bruthas for being with me and sharing the craziness, the fun, the memories, the love (sounds mushy eh?) and the whole TAO experience. The night was.... well, no words can describe it anymore. I doubt I'll ever forget this....
I spent the rest of my vacation doing just that, resting. I was more sick than ever. S'all good, it was all worth it.
So yay, school started up again. I love college, I hate classes (and all that's attached with it). It was good to see everyone again. My schedule is NOW awesome, after screwing with it a bit. Although I don't have too much time to myself, since I use my day offs to take care of my grandma, I'm not too concerned. I don't expect ultra high grades this qrt (unlike my straight A, honor listing last qrt!), since I'm doing a lot more with college "life" than college "courses." I'm a junior, and I don't have too much time left. I want to extend my college experiences. So I've decided to rush, Alpha Phi Omega. Here we go pledge buddies! =) So far, so good. No PCC for me this year, and nothing more that I deem unnecessary. I've also joined UCSD IM bowling, with my excellente teammates Joe and Tiffany! We kick pin ass! Yeah baby, yeah!
So that's the year so far, all life, and no studying. I know I need to get cracking soon. Midterms are just around the corner. Boy o boy, I just can't wait.....
