2009 Resolutions:
- Maintain academic honors
- Try a new sport
- Be involved/active in something
- Stay Fit
- Keep the faith
- Take on more responsibility
- Be a better son
Its hard to believe 2008 is over. It was a pretty fast year. But, tomorrow is a new day and a new year.
This year I went to a New Years dinner at my mom's friend's house in Morgan Hill. Then went home alone.
Where did you begin 2008?
I started on a new foot and I think I accomplished it.What was your status by Valentine's Day?
Talking, but single.
How was school this year?
It was a step up from my previous year, but I handled it well. Ended the first semester with the best grades I've ever received.
Did you have to go to the hospital?
No injuries, but I had lunch there once.
Where did you go on vacation?
Vietnam! and Seattle
Did you know anybody who passed away?
A few people. Rest in paradise.
Did you move anywhere?
I was supposed to, but I'm glad I didn't.
What concerts/shows did you go to?
Wild Jam over summer, Piedmont's YouTube show, Night of Acoustics at school, International showcase, All The Way Live, and many more showcases that I probably forgot.
Describe your birthday?
I was helping out with the QUICK retreat. Spent it with the CORE team. Thanks guys.
What has/have been your favorite moment(s)?
Late night eclipse phone talks, chill days over summer, Vietnam, beautiful views, retreats, autumn festivals, Homecoming events, fall after school days, and winter family love.
What was your best month?
November-December time.
Made new friends?
I've made many new friends. From school, church, neighborhood.
What do you want to change in 2009?
My activity
Overall, how would you rate this year?
This year has been a big rush. Everything went by so fast. I can't even believe 2009 will be here in a few days. A lot of experiences. Historical events with the presidential election, National and global economic blow hit us hard. Overall, 2008 has been a good year. One of the better years.
What would you change about 2008?
If I was able to, the economic melt down.
Did you have to go to the hospital?
No injuries, but I had lunch there once.
Where did you go on vacation?
Vietnam! and Seattle
Did you know anybody who passed away?
A few people. Rest in paradise.
Did you move anywhere?
I was supposed to, but I'm glad I didn't.
What concerts/shows did you go to?
Wild Jam over summer, Piedmont's YouTube show, Night of Acoustics at school, International showcase, All The Way Live, and many more showcases that I probably forgot.
Describe your birthday?
I was helping out with the QUICK retreat. Spent it with the CORE team. Thanks guys.
What has/have been your favorite moment(s)?
Late night eclipse phone talks, chill days over summer, Vietnam, beautiful views, retreats, autumn festivals, Homecoming events, fall after school days, and winter family love.
What was your best month?
November-December time.
Made new friends?
I've made many new friends. From school, church, neighborhood.
What do you want to change in 2009?
My activity
Overall, how would you rate this year?
This year has been a big rush. Everything went by so fast. I can't even believe 2009 will be here in a few days. A lot of experiences. Historical events with the presidential election, National and global economic blow hit us hard. Overall, 2008 has been a good year. One of the better years.
What would you change about 2008?
If I was able to, the economic melt down.
Other than home, where did you spend most of your time?
School or roaming the streets of Milpitas.
Did you have a New Year's resolution?
I don't really remember, but I think I just wanted to be a better person.
Did anything embarrassing happen?
Not embarrassing enough for me to remember right now.
Buy anything new from the internet?
Shoes and clothes.
Be honest - did you watch American Idol?
I watched ABDC, OTH, and Fringe.
Did you get sick this year?
I'm pretty sure I did.
Start a new hobby?
I dropped sneaker collecting and picked up taking pictures.
Are you happy to see 2008 go?
Not really. Feels like it just started.
Been naughty or nice?
I've grown into a much better person. Someone I'm proud to be.
What are you wishing for in 2009?
Joy and Success
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?
Yeah
Tripped over a coffee table?
I bumped into plenty of them.
Changed your hair?
Yeah, I took up a new style. No more buzz cut/short hair, I tried faux-hawking it.
Read a great book?
Not all were great but here is a list of books I read this year: Montana 1948, Merchant of Venice, Cyrano de Bergiac, Warriors Don't Cry, parts of Twilight, half of The Long Walk, A Raisin in the Sun, East of Eden, The Catcher in the Rye, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, I don't remember the rest.
2008: Friends and Enemies
Did you meet any new friends this year?
From many different places.
Did you dislike anyone?
Not really.
Did you grow apart from anyone?
A few people.
2008: Your BIRTHDAY!
Did you have a cake?
I had cupcakes.
Did you have a party?
No party
2008: All about YOU
Did you change at all this year?
Inside and out. Grew spiritually, intellectually, ethically, and morally.
Did you change your style?
Dress clean and presentable.
Did you get good grades?
My personal best.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
Yes. My cousin's gave birth.
2008: WRAP UP
Was 2008 a good year?
Yes, personally, it was a better year.
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 2008 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
[x] forgot your new years resolution
[] 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
[] 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
[] cried over the silliest thing
[x] had friends who were drifting away from you
[] had a high cell phone bill
[] 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 2008 a good year?
Yes, personally, it was a better year.
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 2008 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
[x] forgot your new years resolution
[] 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
[] 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
[] cried over the silliest thing
[x] had friends who were drifting away from you
[] had a high cell phone bill
[] 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 2008 Survey
JANUARY
1) What did you do on new years?
New Years Eve, I was with Justin Del Rosario riding around the EV area. Visited Shawna, then drove back to Milpitas and went to my aunt's house. We had dinner with most of the relatives. Uncle's from Seattle, Virginia, and Texas were over. While waiting for midnight, we had an intense team Sudoku tournament. Hahah, it was pretty fun. New Years day, I'm pretty sure I was home watching the Rose Bowl.
2) Did you have a New Year's Resolution this year?
I think it was to better myself.
3) Does it snow where you live?
It's getting there! In the mountains.
JANUARY
1) What did you do on new years?
New Years Eve, I was with Justin Del Rosario riding around the EV area. Visited Shawna, then drove back to Milpitas and went to my aunt's house. We had dinner with most of the relatives. Uncle's from Seattle, Virginia, and Texas were over. While waiting for midnight, we had an intense team Sudoku tournament. Hahah, it was pretty fun. New Years day, I'm pretty sure I was home watching the Rose Bowl.
2) Did you have a New Year's Resolution this year?
I think it was to better myself.
3) Does it snow where you live?
It's getting there! In the mountains.
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 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?
A Magic Rub eraser from Shawna Tran.
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, nahh.
5) Do you love the month of April?
It's not at the top of my list.
MAY
1) What is your favorite flower?
I should be more knowledgeable of 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?
Summer chilling.
3) Have a favorite baseball team?
Honestly, I didn't even know the World Series started or ended when it ended.
JULY
1) What did you do on the 4th of July?
I was in Vietnam drinking Pinocolatas.
2) Did you go to the fireworks?
Missed them. Sorry USA.
3) Did you blast the A/C all day?
YES. Vietnam had blackouts during the day because of heat.
AUGUST
1) What was your favorite summer memory of '08?
Probably, going to Vietnam, Agape, BBQ's, Parties, and Swimming!
2) Did you have a sunburn?
I think I had some minor ones.
3) Did you go to the pool a lot?
Every Swimming day!
SEPTEMBER
1) Are you attending college/school?
Saint Francis High School, Mountain View
2) Do you like fall better than summer?
I prefer the middle of summer over the beginning of fall, but the end of fall over the end of summer.
3) What happened this month?
School, Football games, Autumn Festivals.
OCTOBER
1) What is your favorite candy?
I don't really know. Something with taste.
2) What did you do for Halloween?
I went around Milpitas with friends. Chilled at Jomars. MHS beat Paly.
NOVEMBER
1) Whose house do you go to for Thanksgiving?
Grandmas
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.
DECEMBER
1) Do you celebrate Christmas?
Yes, I do.
2) Do you decorate the outside of you house?
Unfortunately, we didn't decorate at all this year. So I had to get all the decorations and decorate just a little bit to feel the spirit. We had one wreath and a Santa Claus figure.
3) Get anything special this year?
I got an iTouch!
4) What do you want this year?
I didn't want anything really, but surprisingly I got a lot more than I expected and normally receive.
5) What do you love most about December?
The family time, break from school, Christmas, New Years, Chillin with friends.
