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Posted by: | July 25, 2011
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Just so you know..
I am back from Alaska Cruise

The trip was a gift from my parents. I could never afford a cruise like this. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for all of us.

I don’t want to brag about it much, but it was fun. And I needed a vacation. I took a helicopter ride to a glacier; I took a water plane ride to a crab house, and I ate a lot of fresh crabs. Oh my God, the crab was amazing.

There was a group of Amish people at the cruise. I thought that was funny. Then I got “shunned” by Amish people. They would talk to my friend, but they wouldn’t talk to me.

I learned about Amy Winehouse’s death when I was in Canada.

I came home Sunday at 11 pm. I need to sleep and get ready for work tomorrow. Now I shall work none-stop until I die.

I am going to Costco tomorrow.

Can’t Go Wrong with Whispering Chorus (music)
Posted by: | July 12, 2011
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This blog is for lovers only. 

I came to this conclusion a long time ago that, for a love song, you cannot go wrong with any song that contains soft whispering background vocals.

If a girl doesn’t like any of these songs, I wouldn’t go out with her. Why even bother when she is that insensitive and dry? Here are a few examples of whispering songs from the top of my head. If you think of any other whispering songs, please let me know.

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This is my favorite. Ah~ the memories of the ’90s

Randy Crawford – In my life

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 Dr. Hook – Sharing the night together

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Another oldie – This version is better than Sam Cooke’s original version. You know why? That’s right because it’s got a whispering chorus. That’s why.

Mickey Gilley ~ Bring It On Home To Me

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Everyone loves this number

Gino Vannelli – I Just Wanna Stop

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Keep your eyes open for Christmas items when you go to Costco. Christmas starts in Summer in Costco.

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Posted by: | July 12, 2011
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Sometimes it’s better not to tell you what happened.

But here’s a card.

Update 2021 (10 yrs later)- I knew almost everyone in my apartment complex. I would wake up in the morning and walk out to the balcony, and people would say “Good morning, John” from left and right. Sometimes I would take a nap with the front door open… and my neighbor’s kid would wake me up. I knew all my neighbors’ pets. At that time, I knew I was living in a magical moment. I tried to soak in as much as I could. I had so much fun when I was poor.

Yankee Candle is Not the Best :(
Posted by: | June 23, 2011
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I am still fascinated by scented candles, and how they affect people’s lives. Good candles will make hot Summer days feel like a vacation. Candles will make you feel cozy on rainy days. It’s a magical ritual. Candles can be fun, sexy, and relaxing.

I want to know more about the art and science behind good scented candles. I want to find out how I can spend the least amount of money and get the best candles this world can offer.

I plan to purchase several candles soon. I hope I don’t go crazy (oh boy).

It didn’t take long to realize that Yankee Candle is not the best (still pretty good).

I went through eyeglass & silk tie obsessions. I am now obsessed with scented candles. And it’s only the beginning.

There will be more stories and pictures about scented candles… coming up.

PS. Just a reminder. I am a straight man. But I wouldn’t blame you if you think otherwise.

Update 2021 – I currently have 40-50 scented candles on display, mostly Yankee.

(vid) Driving to Mother’s House – Day Before Mothers Day
Posted by: | May 29, 2011
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It was Saturday morning, the day before Mothers Day. My parents had a busy schedule. So, I had to drop by at their place early in the morning.

It was a pleasant driving. 

I tried to put a little Costco twist in this video. 🙂

Driving to Mother’s House – Saturday Morning

My mother put all flowers in the vase. The next day she found time to cut them and arrange (she said).

Another Lazy Spells – Planning a Perfect Weekend
Posted by: | May 18, 2011
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I am going through another lazy spell.
Not much is going on with my life right now.

Like I always say, boring is good. To me, boring is the ultimate happiness. Nobody around me is sick or dead. I visit my parents and they are always happy. I go to work every day and have fun. There is no “News”. I didn’t win a lottery. But I didn’t lose a job. Boring is good. 

I’ve been feeling tired and lazy lately. So I took things slow. I went to Costco today at my lunchtime, but I bought nothing special.

I am planning for a perfect weekend.

This weekend, I will be totally home alone. I don’t even have a date. I am very excited about this weekend alone.

I will fix a good meal, practice guitar, work on the computer, visit my parents, watch movies, watch NBA finals, eat out, go to the farmers market, go to Costco, work on my websites, drink good coffee and tea, wake up early to enjoy morning…

I plan to dedicate 1 day to listen to Christmas music a lot.

I hope to start my weekend on Friday at 4 pm by visiting my parents for dinner. I used to take my parents out to lunch and dinner and give them some cash too. Now, my parents treat me, and they give me cash. They have more money now.