Waaaait, today is the last day of the decade?! WTF?
2010 Resolutions:
- Finish Junior Year and First Semester of Senior Year Strong
- Good grades and SAT scores
- Improve family relationships
- Return the focus towards God
- Get fit
- Appreciate family, friends, and life more
- Pursue greatness
- See the art of life
- Eat slower!
- Stop tailgating!
Its hard to believe 2009 is over. It was a pretty fast year. The main thing going on was my involvement with school.
Where did you begin 2009?
With the family watching the Rose Bowl with my cousins and went to downtown that night.What was your status by Valentine's Day?
Single!
How was school this year?
Did you have to go to the hospital?
Nope.
Where did you go on vacation?
Vietnam! and Virginia!
Did you know anybody who passed away?
RIP Ms. WB and the priest in Vietnam.
Did you move anywhere?
Nope. But Eric and Tim did... =[[[[[[
What concerts/shows did you go to?
Night of Acoustics at school, International showcase
Describe your birthday?
It was a Monday and we had dinner. It was pretty mellow. Mom gave me a watch.
What has/have been your favorite moment(s)?
What was your best month?
July and December.
Made new friends?
I've made many new friends. From school, church, neighborhood.
What do you want to change in 2010?
Overall, how would you rate this year?
Other than home, where did you spend most of your time?
Saint Francis High School 75% of the time. Eat, Sleep, Live at SFHS.
Did you have a New Year's resolution?
I did. The main thing was to become more active. And I'm pretty sure I accomplished that. I think I'm over active now. I'm involved in way too many things. For school, I'm part of Student Council, Board Member of three major clubs, I am working for my mom, driving Mimi around practice. I took up a lot of responsibility. Its really scary of how much I have to handle. But hey, I asked for it, and I got it.
Did anything embarrassing happen?
I'm sure plenty of things happened.
Buy anything new from the internet?
Not really. Besides a new lens for my camera, I cut down on buying things from the internet.
Be honest - did you watch Glee?
I watched Fringe at the beginning of the year, but that died out. I don't have time for TV anymore! And no, I haven't seen an episode of Glee.
Did you get sick this year?
I actually got sick more than usual this year. Working too much!
Start a new hobby?
I improved in photography.
Are you happy to see 2009 go?
It's scary. The feeling of growing up. I really miss being a kid.
Been naughty or nice?
I've been a pretty nice guy. I hope people are pleased to be around me.
What are you wishing for in 2010?
Were involved in something you'll never forget?
LSVN09
Tripped over a coffee table?
Yeah, I did a few times.
Changed your hair?
Haha, yeah, I fauxhawked a lot more and tried the overcomb.
Read a great book?
THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER, Hamlet, Canterbury Tales, Sir Gawaiin and the Green Knight, Beowulf, Catcher in the Rye, Great Gatsby, The Things They Carried
2008: Friends and Enemies
Did you meet any new friends this year?
I've met plenty of new friends. Got closer to a few of them and we are now great friends.
Did you dislike anyone?
There are a few people that got on my nerves.
Did you grow apart from anyone?
A few people.
2009: Your BIRTHDAY!
Did you have a cake?
Yes, I had cake.
Did you have a party?
No party
2009: All about YOU
Did you change at all this year?
Some would say? Maybe.
Did you change your style?
No more sneakers. Slim pants. College Sweaters. Vans/Pumas. Button ups or plain shirts.
Did you get good grades?
They were all right. Could've been better.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
Yes. My cousin's gave birth.
4) Do you like hot chocolate?
Yes, I do.
5) Have you ever been to Times Square to watch the ball drop?
Haven't yet.
FEBRUARY
1) What happened on Valentines day?
Roseanne's and Victoria Pichay's Birthday
2) Do you care if the groundhog sees its shadow or not?
Well, I guess I do, but I don't really remember that happens regardless. Anyway, Groundhog day is the same day as my birthday.
3) What did you receive for Valentine's Day?
Nothing special. Went out to eat at Applebee's with Roseanne and company for her birthday.
MARCH
1) Are you Irish?
I'm Vietnamese.
2) Do you like corned beef and cabbage?
It has to compliment the other food I eat.
3) What did you do for St.Pat's?
I wore green.
4) Are you happy when Winter is pretty much over?
Nah'. I like winter.
APRIL
1) Do you like the rain?
Sometimes. I like it a lot when SoCal has fires.
2) Did you play an April Fool's joke on anyone this year?
Nope
3) Do you get tons of candy for Easter?
Not really.
4) Do you celebrate 4/20?
Hahah, yeah I drove all over the place and finished the day off with swimming.
5) Do you love the month of April?
It's not at the top of my list.
MAY
1) What is your favorite flower?
White roses are cool. So are daisy's. I really don't know much about flowers.
2) Is May anything special to you?
Last month of school is all I can think of.
JUNE
1) What year did/will you graduate from high school?
2011
2) Did you do anything fun during this month?
East Coast visit to Virginia! Chill with the homies.
3) Have a favorite baseball team?
Not at all.
JULY
1) What did you do on the 4th of July?
Dinner with the family at grandma's. Grandpa was there and we had a family talk. After we went to Cardoza park with the friends and watched the fireworks!
2) Did you go to the fireworks?
Yeaaaup
3) Did you blast the A/C all day?
Yeah, but it wasn't too bad.
AUGUST
1) What was your favorite summer memory of '08?
LSVN09 and chillin with the homies!
2) Did you have a sunburn?
Yes, I think I did. I had TONS of bug bites though.
3) Did you go to the pool a lot?
All the time! plus the ocean.
SEPTEMBER
1) Are you attending college/school?
Saint Francis High School, Mountain View
2) Do you like fall better than summer?
This summer was just too great. School was definitely overshadowed.
3) What happened this month?
VARSITY FOOTBALL 2009 was AWESOME!
OCTOBER
1) What is your favorite candy?
I don't really know. Something with taste.
2) What did you do for Halloween?
Chilled and went to Jomar's house. Kevin's party and then Jimmy's party.
NOVEMBER
1) Whose house do you go to for Thanksgiving?
Grandmas house like always and we actually had turkey!
2) What are you thankful for?
Everything
3) Do you love stuffing?
I think it's pretty good.
4) Anything special in this month?
Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Weekend, Black Friday, Cousin's and sister's birthday. And VARSITY FOOTBALL 09! CCS PLAYOFFS!
DECEMBER
1) Do you celebrate Christmas?
Yes, I do. But no decorations this year. No one felt the Christmas spirit at all. It was pretty dull.
2) Do you decorate the outside of you house?
Unfortunately, we didn't decorate at all this year. We did nada. Matt, Tim, and I went to Gmall dressed up like Santa, Elf, and Reindeer though.
3) Get anything special this year?
Nothing really. Cha Phong gave me a battery grip for my camera though.
4) What do you want this year?
I didn't want anything. I actually spent A WHOLE LOT of money on gifts for other people! :D
5) What do you love most about December?
Second Semester of Sophomore year, I definitely felt lazy. Senioritis and shizz rubbing off on me. Anyway, it was all right. I slacked a lot, even on my SAT-II. First semester of Junior year was tough. I wasn't too motivated to do anything. I had to push through during the last few weeks of school. I ended up with pretty average grades.
Did you have to go to the hospital?
Nope.
Where did you go on vacation?
Vietnam! and Virginia!
Did you know anybody who passed away?
RIP Ms. WB and the priest in Vietnam.
Did you move anywhere?
Nope. But Eric and Tim did... =[[[[[[
What concerts/shows did you go to?
Night of Acoustics at school, International showcase
Describe your birthday?
It was a Monday and we had dinner. It was pretty mellow. Mom gave me a watch.
What has/have been your favorite moment(s)?
LSVN09 TRIP. All the days with the BROS. Chilling with the Vu-Tang Klan with 09Seniors. 2009 Varsity Football Season.
What was your best month?
July and December.
Made new friends?
I've made many new friends. From school, church, neighborhood.
What do you want to change in 2010?
My determination to finish school strong! Improve family life. Be more social at school.
Overall, how would you rate this year?
2009 has been a great year. Seems like every year just gets better. Sure there are some bumps along the way, but getting through them make the year feel that much better. This year has really challenged me.
What would you change about 2009?
My laziness in school.
What would you change about 2009?
My laziness in school.
Other than home, where did you spend most of your time?
Saint Francis High School 75% of the time. Eat, Sleep, Live at SFHS.
Did you have a New Year's resolution?
I did. The main thing was to become more active. And I'm pretty sure I accomplished that. I think I'm over active now. I'm involved in way too many things. For school, I'm part of Student Council, Board Member of three major clubs, I am working for my mom, driving Mimi around practice. I took up a lot of responsibility. Its really scary of how much I have to handle. But hey, I asked for it, and I got it.
Did anything embarrassing happen?
I'm sure plenty of things happened.
Buy anything new from the internet?
Not really. Besides a new lens for my camera, I cut down on buying things from the internet.
Be honest - did you watch Glee?
I watched Fringe at the beginning of the year, but that died out. I don't have time for TV anymore! And no, I haven't seen an episode of Glee.
Did you get sick this year?
I actually got sick more than usual this year. Working too much!
Start a new hobby?
I improved in photography.
Are you happy to see 2009 go?
It's scary. The feeling of growing up. I really miss being a kid.
Been naughty or nice?
I've been a pretty nice guy. I hope people are pleased to be around me.
What are you wishing for in 2010?
Joy Success Love
Survey #2
Stayed single almost the whole year?
For the most part, I did.
For the most part, I did.
Were involved in something you'll never forget?
LSVN09
Tripped over a coffee table?
Yeah, I did a few times.
Changed your hair?
Haha, yeah, I fauxhawked a lot more and tried the overcomb.
Read a great book?
THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER, Hamlet, Canterbury Tales, Sir Gawaiin and the Green Knight, Beowulf, Catcher in the Rye, Great Gatsby, The Things They Carried
2008: Friends and Enemies
Did you meet any new friends this year?
I've met plenty of new friends. Got closer to a few of them and we are now great friends.
Did you dislike anyone?
There are a few people that got on my nerves.
Did you grow apart from anyone?
A few people.
2009: Your BIRTHDAY!
Did you have a cake?
Yes, I had cake.
Did you have a party?
No party
2009: All about YOU
Did you change at all this year?
Some would say? Maybe.
Did you change your style?
No more sneakers. Slim pants. College Sweaters. Vans/Pumas. Button ups or plain shirts.
Did you get good grades?
They were all right. Could've been better.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
Yes. My cousin's gave birth.
2009: WRAP UP
Was 2009 a good year?
It was a great year. I am happy with it.
OTHER
(x) painted a picture
(x) wrote a poem
(x) ran a mile
(x) shopped at Hollister or Abercrombie and Fitch
(x) posted a blog on MySpace
(x) visited a foreign country
(x) cut in a line of waiting people
(x) told someone you were busy when you weren't
(x) partied to celebrate the new year
(x) lied about how old you were
In 2009 I...
[x] disappointed someone close
[x] hid a secret
[x] pretended to be happy
[x] slept under the stars
[x] kept your new years resolution
[] forgot your new years resolution
[x] met one of your idols
[x] changed your outlook on life
[x] sat home all day doing nothing
[] pretended to be sick
[x ] left the country
[] almost died
[x] given up on something/someone important to you
[x] lost something expensive
[x] learned something new about yourself
[x] tried something you normally wouldn't try and liked it
[x] made a change in your life
[x] found out who your true friends were
[x] met great people
[x] stayed up til sunrise
[x(out of joy and happiness)] cried over the silliest thing
[x] had friends who were drifting away from you
[] had a high cell phone bill
[xxx] spent most of your money on food
[] had a fist fight
[x] went to the beach with your best friend(s)
[x] gotten sick
[ ] liked more than 5 people at the same time
Was 2009 a good year?
It was a great year. I am happy with it.
OTHER
(x) painted a picture
(x) wrote a poem
(x) ran a mile
(x) shopped at Hollister or Abercrombie and Fitch
(x) posted a blog on MySpace
(x) visited a foreign country
(x) cut in a line of waiting people
(x) told someone you were busy when you weren't
(x) partied to celebrate the new year
(x) lied about how old you were
In 2009 I...
[x] disappointed someone close
[x] hid a secret
[x] pretended to be happy
[x] slept under the stars
[x] kept your new years resolution
[] forgot your new years resolution
[x] met one of your idols
[x] changed your outlook on life
[x] sat home all day doing nothing
[] pretended to be sick
[x ] left the country
[] almost died
[x] given up on something/someone important to you
[x] lost something expensive
[x] learned something new about yourself
[x] tried something you normally wouldn't try and liked it
[x] made a change in your life
[x] found out who your true friends were
[x] met great people
[x] stayed up til sunrise
[x(out of joy and happiness)] cried over the silliest thing
[x] had friends who were drifting away from you
[] had a high cell phone bill
[xxx] spent most of your money on food
[] had a fist fight
[x] went to the beach with your best friend(s)
[x] gotten sick
[ ] liked more than 5 people at the same time
Survey #3
Twelve Months of 2009 Survey
JANUARY
1) What did you do on new years?
Watched movies all night at my cousin's house. Woke up to watch the Rose Bowl. Went downtown that night with the Dteam.
2) Did you have a New Year's Resolution this year?
Yes, and I accomplished it.
3) Does it snow where you live?
There was snow in the mountains during the winter.
JANUARY
1) What did you do on new years?
Watched movies all night at my cousin's house. Woke up to watch the Rose Bowl. Went downtown that night with the Dteam.
2) Did you have a New Year's Resolution this year?
Yes, and I accomplished it.
3) Does it snow where you live?
There was snow in the mountains during the winter.
4) Do you like hot chocolate?
Yes, I do.
5) Have you ever been to Times Square to watch the ball drop?
Haven't yet.
FEBRUARY
1) What happened on Valentines day?
Roseanne's and Victoria Pichay's Birthday
2) Do you care if the groundhog sees its shadow or not?
Well, I guess I do, but I don't really remember that happens regardless. Anyway, Groundhog day is the same day as my birthday.
3) What did you receive for Valentine's Day?
Nothing special. Went out to eat at Applebee's with Roseanne and company for her birthday.
MARCH
1) Are you Irish?
I'm Vietnamese.
2) Do you like corned beef and cabbage?
It has to compliment the other food I eat.
3) What did you do for St.Pat's?
I wore green.
4) Are you happy when Winter is pretty much over?
Nah'. I like winter.
APRIL
1) Do you like the rain?
Sometimes. I like it a lot when SoCal has fires.
2) Did you play an April Fool's joke on anyone this year?
Nope
3) Do you get tons of candy for Easter?
Not really.
4) Do you celebrate 4/20?
Hahah, yeah I drove all over the place and finished the day off with swimming.
5) Do you love the month of April?
It's not at the top of my list.
MAY
1) What is your favorite flower?
White roses are cool. So are daisy's. I really don't know much about flowers.
2) Is May anything special to you?
Last month of school is all I can think of.
JUNE
1) What year did/will you graduate from high school?
2011
2) Did you do anything fun during this month?
East Coast visit to Virginia! Chill with the homies.
3) Have a favorite baseball team?
Not at all.
JULY
1) What did you do on the 4th of July?
Dinner with the family at grandma's. Grandpa was there and we had a family talk. After we went to Cardoza park with the friends and watched the fireworks!
2) Did you go to the fireworks?
Yeaaaup
3) Did you blast the A/C all day?
Yeah, but it wasn't too bad.
AUGUST
1) What was your favorite summer memory of '08?
LSVN09 and chillin with the homies!
2) Did you have a sunburn?
Yes, I think I did. I had TONS of bug bites though.
3) Did you go to the pool a lot?
All the time! plus the ocean.
SEPTEMBER
1) Are you attending college/school?
Saint Francis High School, Mountain View
2) Do you like fall better than summer?
This summer was just too great. School was definitely overshadowed.
3) What happened this month?
VARSITY FOOTBALL 2009 was AWESOME!
OCTOBER
1) What is your favorite candy?
I don't really know. Something with taste.
2) What did you do for Halloween?
Chilled and went to Jomar's house. Kevin's party and then Jimmy's party.
NOVEMBER
1) Whose house do you go to for Thanksgiving?
Grandmas house like always and we actually had turkey!
2) What are you thankful for?
Everything
3) Do you love stuffing?
I think it's pretty good.
4) Anything special in this month?
Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Weekend, Black Friday, Cousin's and sister's birthday. And VARSITY FOOTBALL 09! CCS PLAYOFFS!
DECEMBER
1) Do you celebrate Christmas?
Yes, I do. But no decorations this year. No one felt the Christmas spirit at all. It was pretty dull.
2) Do you decorate the outside of you house?
Unfortunately, we didn't decorate at all this year. We did nada. Matt, Tim, and I went to Gmall dressed up like Santa, Elf, and Reindeer though.
3) Get anything special this year?
Nothing really. Cha Phong gave me a battery grip for my camera though.
4) What do you want this year?
I didn't want anything. I actually spent A WHOLE LOT of money on gifts for other people! :D
5) What do you love most about December?
Break and relaxation from school. Chilling with the BROS.
