This exhibit ends September 28th so if anyone still wants to go, you can! It's $5 plus admission. And yeah...this is sounding like a Yelp post. Sorry.
Friday, August 29, 2008
Behind Gray Lines With Purses Upfront
Once you enter the third room to the Chihuly Exhibit at the de Young in San Francisco, you'll most likely encounter an obnoxious security guard with a mini fan against his ear sternly telling everyone to be behind lines and purses where he can see them. Aside from that minor annoyance, I really enjoyed this exhibit. Though rather short, it was still spectacular, mainly 'cause of the colors used in these glass sculptures. I feel like I'm making a Yelp post, but I'm not! Everything was just marvelous. Here are just a few of the pieces at the exhibit!
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Toy Car
The Infiniti is no longer the second (or third) hand car I got from a relative. It became a toy car. Refurbished to its newer state, it only fit 3 people total along with the driver and was powered by the weakest battery that could pretty much hold no more than 210 lbs. Remember those battery powered cars that would take 6 year olds around for a cruise? Yeah, that's what my car became.
Luckily that was only a dream and I wasn't chased by a giant panda either. As a side note, Happy 1.5, Lewis! :)
Luckily that was only a dream and I wasn't chased by a giant panda either. As a side note, Happy 1.5, Lewis! :)
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Forgetful
I feel like I need to blog or write more in my journals so I don't forget minor details of my day or night. I'm trying to remember what I'm supposed to be blogging about specifically so I'll just leave it at that.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Zebras Against Horses
I find it ridiculous that some people can't take a little constructive criticism. Looking back at it, I should take it personally. It's like saying if I was served the wrong item on the menu and expected to eat and praise the food instead of complain that they got my order wrong. Yes well, the customer isn't always right, but at least they should be honest about their experience. I was honest, not brutally, but honest enough.
So here we go, my review about a certain veterinarian clinic on Yelp was asked to be taken down today. No not from the Yelp people, nor other users, but the actual clinic. I got a phone call today from one of their doctors and he immediately defended his diagnosis and case with my dog. He asked for me to take down my review and that he'd appreciate it. There were equally good and bad reviews of this place and some members had reported worse experiences with their pets there than with my review. What's up with that? I don't see why I had to be targeted to call and be asked to take my review down.
Here's the back story: Last week my dog was walking extremely funny and we didn't know what was wrong with her. Her legs looked like they were in bad shape. She couldn't sit properly and definitely didn't want to walk. So we took her to Vet A. The doctor took a look at her and said she had a tumor right away. Never offered to do tests on her. We said her legs were swelling, but he never paid attention to that. Never explained why my dog was walking funny and brought our attention to something else that was a lot more serious. We didn't know for sure if his diagnoses was true. Zebra! Medical term for rare diagnosis. And even if it were true, shouldn't you treat something that's curable right away and then worry about whatever long term disease is present later?
My parents took our dog to Vet B for a second opinion. They brought the medical notes the previous vet had written and he took one look at my dog and found what was the problem. She had a thorn in her leg. Right then and there it was extracted and she was given antibiotics. Horse! A more common diagnosis for the cause of illness or pain. The source of the swelling was a lot more probable than quickly ignoring that area and suddenly pointing out a tumor to some unknown area of the derriere. They did tests for tumors and didn't find anything. That was it. Our dog was fine once she got home and is in better shape.
As for my review, I merely stated how my family's experience was there, I did not bluff and certainly did not say anything about wanting to shut down the place. I'm not cruel. Yelp or no Yelp, if anyone asked my about Vet A, I would have told them the same thing I reviewed. It wouldn't have mattered anyways. Talk about freedom of speech. What's funny is that during the phone call, the doctor mentioned about the thorn and was defending himself that he said the tumor wasn't in the leg but somewhere else. If he knew that the thorn was there, why didn't he treat it right away? Or maybe worse, my review gave the result of my dog's condition and he used it to act like he knew what was going on.
Yes I know doctors are only human and are able to make mistakes. It was just the way things were handled were not professional and I'm not impressed. Either way, my review still stands. I took the first review down, but I'll make sure to put up a briefer account. Horses over zebras, jerk.
So here we go, my review about a certain veterinarian clinic on Yelp was asked to be taken down today. No not from the Yelp people, nor other users, but the actual clinic. I got a phone call today from one of their doctors and he immediately defended his diagnosis and case with my dog. He asked for me to take down my review and that he'd appreciate it. There were equally good and bad reviews of this place and some members had reported worse experiences with their pets there than with my review. What's up with that? I don't see why I had to be targeted to call and be asked to take my review down.
Here's the back story: Last week my dog was walking extremely funny and we didn't know what was wrong with her. Her legs looked like they were in bad shape. She couldn't sit properly and definitely didn't want to walk. So we took her to Vet A. The doctor took a look at her and said she had a tumor right away. Never offered to do tests on her. We said her legs were swelling, but he never paid attention to that. Never explained why my dog was walking funny and brought our attention to something else that was a lot more serious. We didn't know for sure if his diagnoses was true. Zebra! Medical term for rare diagnosis. And even if it were true, shouldn't you treat something that's curable right away and then worry about whatever long term disease is present later?
My parents took our dog to Vet B for a second opinion. They brought the medical notes the previous vet had written and he took one look at my dog and found what was the problem. She had a thorn in her leg. Right then and there it was extracted and she was given antibiotics. Horse! A more common diagnosis for the cause of illness or pain. The source of the swelling was a lot more probable than quickly ignoring that area and suddenly pointing out a tumor to some unknown area of the derriere. They did tests for tumors and didn't find anything. That was it. Our dog was fine once she got home and is in better shape.
As for my review, I merely stated how my family's experience was there, I did not bluff and certainly did not say anything about wanting to shut down the place. I'm not cruel. Yelp or no Yelp, if anyone asked my about Vet A, I would have told them the same thing I reviewed. It wouldn't have mattered anyways. Talk about freedom of speech. What's funny is that during the phone call, the doctor mentioned about the thorn and was defending himself that he said the tumor wasn't in the leg but somewhere else. If he knew that the thorn was there, why didn't he treat it right away? Or maybe worse, my review gave the result of my dog's condition and he used it to act like he knew what was going on.
Yes I know doctors are only human and are able to make mistakes. It was just the way things were handled were not professional and I'm not impressed. Either way, my review still stands. I took the first review down, but I'll make sure to put up a briefer account. Horses over zebras, jerk.
Monday, August 18, 2008
The List Revisited
1) Learn how to swim
2) Knit a whole scarf
3) Learn how to French braid properly
4) Bake bread perfectly (baguettes preferably)
5) Skateboard somewhat properly
6) Rollerblade/ice skate sufficiently
7) Maybe get another piercing (ears)
8) Ride in a hot air balloon
9) Learn how to twirl a pen/writing utensil between my fingers
10) Make a souflee/pear almond tarte
11) Double dutch jump rope
12) Learn a new instrument
13) Get a new pet (for college)
14) Build up CD collection
15) Drive the freeway (seriously, man)
16) Organize pictures and print them out
17) Scrapbook or at least finish filling up an album
In all of the summer, I haven't even accomplished one. I did work on the scarf, I just haven't finished it yet. Should get back to working on it at school while I study. I should just set smaller goals.
2) Knit a whole scarf
3) Learn how to French braid properly
4) Bake bread perfectly (baguettes preferably)
5) Skateboard somewhat properly
6) Rollerblade/ice skate sufficiently
7) Maybe get another piercing (ears)
8) Ride in a hot air balloon
9) Learn how to twirl a pen/writing utensil between my fingers
10) Make a souflee/pear almond tarte
11) Double dutch jump rope
12) Learn a new instrument
13) Get a new pet (for college)
14) Build up CD collection
15) Drive the freeway (seriously, man)
16) Organize pictures and print them out
17) Scrapbook or at least finish filling up an album
In all of the summer, I haven't even accomplished one. I did work on the scarf, I just haven't finished it yet. Should get back to working on it at school while I study. I should just set smaller goals.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Some Drivers Are Assholes
Today was a rare day for me to run any errands for my parents, mostly because it required the car and they didn't want to get out of bed. However I was woken up at 7:30 this morning by my dad. Fat chance on the freeway driving, I just got the opportunity to drive by myself. Baby steps, man, baby steps. So before I dive into what happened when I was driving, I have to recall two weird dreams I had.
First off, I realize the first familiar character I dream about in any dream is prone to change into another familiar character, even if those characters haven't met. So for the first dream I dreamt I was at an elementary school friend's house. She kept changing to my other elementary school friends but still still kept in character. I brought over some gift my mom picked out. That was weird.
The other dream proved that people who are consistent in my life are consistent in character if I dream about them (i.e. parents stay my parents). Just dreamt that Lewis was living in my house and got my old room, lucky duck. My mom seemed to like him better and thought I was a burden to raise. No idea where that came from, but it was nightmarish.
So that's that. My errand was at first a coffee run to Peet's. Slight change of plans and everyone wanted bagels instead, so Noah's it was. I went to Noah's still on the phone and was ordering while I was on the phone. I felt extremely rude to the person that worked there, it's a pet peeve of mine for people to be on the phone and tries to multi-task in a public place in a similar environment. I felt bad afterwards. I was glad that they didn't mix up the order though.
I went straight there and back. On my way back, I probably checked the bagel box twice to make sure I got everything. Yeah, I'm paranoid. I'm on an intersection and there's a pedestrian trying to pass the car in front of me. This car had the nerve to stop, letting the person cross, then block their way, and sped off just barely missing his toes. Thank God the guy was okay, but whoever was driving in front of me was a complete asshole. I don't know who else was paying attention to this, but I was furious. There are a lot of drivers out there that are jerks because they're impatient. I was surprised when I passed this car, there was a kid in the passenger seat, too. Would it kill you to stop properly and let some person pass you? You have a kid in the car for God's sake and you were going to risk killing someone in front of your kid if you got into an accident? Unbelievable.
First off, I realize the first familiar character I dream about in any dream is prone to change into another familiar character, even if those characters haven't met. So for the first dream I dreamt I was at an elementary school friend's house. She kept changing to my other elementary school friends but still still kept in character. I brought over some gift my mom picked out. That was weird.
The other dream proved that people who are consistent in my life are consistent in character if I dream about them (i.e. parents stay my parents). Just dreamt that Lewis was living in my house and got my old room, lucky duck. My mom seemed to like him better and thought I was a burden to raise. No idea where that came from, but it was nightmarish.
So that's that. My errand was at first a coffee run to Peet's. Slight change of plans and everyone wanted bagels instead, so Noah's it was. I went to Noah's still on the phone and was ordering while I was on the phone. I felt extremely rude to the person that worked there, it's a pet peeve of mine for people to be on the phone and tries to multi-task in a public place in a similar environment. I felt bad afterwards. I was glad that they didn't mix up the order though.
I went straight there and back. On my way back, I probably checked the bagel box twice to make sure I got everything. Yeah, I'm paranoid. I'm on an intersection and there's a pedestrian trying to pass the car in front of me. This car had the nerve to stop, letting the person cross, then block their way, and sped off just barely missing his toes. Thank God the guy was okay, but whoever was driving in front of me was a complete asshole. I don't know who else was paying attention to this, but I was furious. There are a lot of drivers out there that are jerks because they're impatient. I was surprised when I passed this car, there was a kid in the passenger seat, too. Would it kill you to stop properly and let some person pass you? You have a kid in the car for God's sake and you were going to risk killing someone in front of your kid if you got into an accident? Unbelievable.
Friday, August 15, 2008
Relieved
Look at my sunflowers! My little sproutlings are growing strong. At least the pot on the left is catching up. Still considering to take them to school with me, but I know they'll be too tall. Poo.
On an even greater note, Honnie's okay! She was walking funny a few days ago and we didn't know what was wrong. Her hind leg was clearly in pain for her because she wouldn't walk on it. And now she can! She had a thorn stuck in her leg and they took it out for her. She's back to her normal self. It was so sad to see her sitting in one place and refusing food and toys.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Particularly Bleh
Yeah I know that was an awful title for any post. Didn't feel like being so witty about it. I think today will mostly be about a stupid rant about a series of things, none of which that are necessarily related to each other. Luckily for my readers, I'm not going to go on about it. I'll just list out my new or some of my already existing pet peeves.
- Newpark Mall is the new watered down version of utter misery, especially if you're stuck at Sears and JcPenny's after you made the longest trip to Walmart. Plans or no plans, just get your stuff and get outta there!
- Whiny, bratty kids. Not really necessarily little kids, but the big kids, too. Shut your pie hole and show some respect.
- Whiny, bratty kids that end up in fits over minor events. Should have been locked in the car with some of the windows down for some more hot air. How do you like that, huh?
- Whiny, bratty kids that end up in fits and may just end up with a bribe to be shut up. Lame solution, I suggest the 3rd peeve's solution.
- Lagging, extreme lagging in any situation especially when everyone else is already in a foul mood and it's hot as balls outside.
- Crappy customer service is definitely a new pet peeve. Before it never really occurred as much, but after the past few weeks with a certain leasing office, my roommates and I are ready to take the gloves off.
- So from #6 you get inconsistent information which leads to false information that is confirmed which is later on unorganized chaos altogether. Thumbs down on those points.
Monday, August 11, 2008
Sunflowers
I should keep a plant journal. My sunflowers are sprouting already! It's only been a week and they're growing strong :). I wonder plants I'll buy when I get back to school.
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Sleep
I slept in till 10 today! That's the first time I did that all summer and you know what? It felt amazing. I did dream about a pink van though. A hot pink van and some aluminum balloons with giant teddy bears with a kid with a orange Jew fro. Along with the boyfriend with the grin that wouldn't wipe off because he saw my reaction. I had a deja vu while I was dreaming and got to see the same version of the same dream except there were more people.
I woke up thinking we were taking my grandparents to the botanical gardens in San Jose today, but realized I haven't seen them in weeks. Too bad, they would have enjoyed the trip.
I woke up thinking we were taking my grandparents to the botanical gardens in San Jose today, but realized I haven't seen them in weeks. Too bad, they would have enjoyed the trip.
Friday, August 8, 2008
Yelp
My new addiction site since Twitter. I knew this was going to be a problem once I joined. It's becoming a pastime, a need to contribute to the existing pool of reviews that has rated a restaurant, shopping place, museum, parks, and the list continues. I have over 86 reviews and I know that they'll be coming. So far I've kept to mostly restaurants and other places I went to for fun (i.e. parks, museums, etc.). I refuse to review franchises unless I've received super bad service there. Mmm...Yelp.
Beijing Olympics of 2008
Finally catching up to a bit of the Opening Ceremony. I'm impressed with the choreography and symbolism of the performances. Just amazing. I found out something pretty interesting, Vietnam is actually competing in the Olympics! I feel kind of bad that I underestimate the motherland. My dad even said that our country never competed. I just saw team Vietnam walk across the stadium! I read that Vietnam is competing in 8 sports: badminton, gymnastics, shooting, swimming, table tennis, Taekwondo, and weightlifting. That's awesome, I think I'll definitely keep up with the Olympics more. Lewis and I were watching football (soccer) with Argentina and Cote D'Ivoire today. We got riled up for the underdogs. Watch the coverage online with NBC. Too bad they won't do a live coverage, jerks.
My parents did a recording of the Opening Ceremony, so Jennifer, we can make a copy for you!
My parents did a recording of the Opening Ceremony, so Jennifer, we can make a copy for you!
Thursday, August 7, 2008
3 Weeks Left
Until school of course.
Summer always ends up like this, when I get used to being home for so long and going out more. I take home for granted sometimes, I couldn't stand being home the first few weeks. Got over it once I started working at Cedar Crest and pretty soon I have to stop working there, too. Next week should be my last week 'cause one of my co-workers is taking over full-time. My boss wants to hog me for a little longer, which is fine because she's a really sweet person to work with. I found out that they have another facility in Fremont! The location I work at is fine, it's just a little far. The residents there are amusing, really, for adults past 75, they still got some spunk in them. I really admire that.
Aside from work, there's family. I will definitely miss them when I go back to school, but I don't think I'll be as homesick until winter quarter kicks in. Not planning to jinx that statement or anything, winter quarter is just really long compared to the others. I'm getting to spend lots of time with my sisters more than I think I can remember. We're all getting older and starting to relate to the same things: high school, boyfriends, shopping, you know, the girly talks. I hope going back to school doesn't take away from that. Especially since I gave one of them a "freedom pass" and she's turned into an addict already. 2 weeks and counting. Don't worry, it's not drugs. My parents are the same as usual, we're starting to see more eye-to-eye now that they've slightly accepted that I'm getting older.
I really hope I see the girls soon, everyone's been so busy traveling, working, and going to school. Such busy bees. I have been seeing a lot of Lewis and it's always a treat to be around him. At least we're not confined to my house all the time like last summer. I've been addicted to bringing my camera, but not being super Asian about it. Trying to get some good shots in, too.
Don't really have anything else to say except for I've caught ABBA fever and I love the Mamma Mia movie soundtrack...a lot.
Summer always ends up like this, when I get used to being home for so long and going out more. I take home for granted sometimes, I couldn't stand being home the first few weeks. Got over it once I started working at Cedar Crest and pretty soon I have to stop working there, too. Next week should be my last week 'cause one of my co-workers is taking over full-time. My boss wants to hog me for a little longer, which is fine because she's a really sweet person to work with. I found out that they have another facility in Fremont! The location I work at is fine, it's just a little far. The residents there are amusing, really, for adults past 75, they still got some spunk in them. I really admire that.
Aside from work, there's family. I will definitely miss them when I go back to school, but I don't think I'll be as homesick until winter quarter kicks in. Not planning to jinx that statement or anything, winter quarter is just really long compared to the others. I'm getting to spend lots of time with my sisters more than I think I can remember. We're all getting older and starting to relate to the same things: high school, boyfriends, shopping, you know, the girly talks. I hope going back to school doesn't take away from that. Especially since I gave one of them a "freedom pass" and she's turned into an addict already. 2 weeks and counting. Don't worry, it's not drugs. My parents are the same as usual, we're starting to see more eye-to-eye now that they've slightly accepted that I'm getting older.
I really hope I see the girls soon, everyone's been so busy traveling, working, and going to school. Such busy bees. I have been seeing a lot of Lewis and it's always a treat to be around him. At least we're not confined to my house all the time like last summer. I've been addicted to bringing my camera, but not being super Asian about it. Trying to get some good shots in, too.
Don't really have anything else to say except for I've caught ABBA fever and I love the Mamma Mia movie soundtrack...a lot.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Disney Photos
I didn't realize there was a blog for the Annie Leibovitz photos that she did for Disney's Million Dreams. Go visit it! Come to think of it, this post belongs to my Twitter page...oh well.
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