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It’s awfully windy tonight and I am loving every minute of it… Of all seasons, I have always favored Winter. I spent about 30 minutes outside our apartment just feeling the cold air on my face and hair (yeah, everything else is pretty much covered with thick clothing! Cheater, huh?!)… It was the first time I was "quite" for a long time and trying to be "still" was a slight struggle but I was able to do it for about a minute. The wind was really strong and you don’t get much of that action here in Sunny California so I made the most out of it.

For the past couple of days, I’ve been thinking of "ending" this blog and put "This ends Katherine’s journey" as there have been somewhat dramatic events that happened a week ago. Forgive me for not sparing any details but I will definitely share the conclusion as a result of the traditional "random" Garcia family confrontation hour: I am going to the Army and my parents already gave me their blessing. I think my brothers are already planning how to arrange my room once I leave they take over and my parents already "accepted" my unconventional decision… In fact, my mom said earlier: "Join the Army already so you can finish right away and you can go home." Yeah, yeah… I know they don’t want me to go but my parents wants me to be happy too and as I have told them, going there will make me happy… plus, I will be able to help them financially, ya? My life is going nowhere and this is one of the things I not only HAVE to do for my family but what I WANT to do for myself. Army = money, travel, education, training, independence, sadness, loneliness, danger, fun, and much more. I will miss my family an awful lot–especially my baby sister… but heck, it will only be 4 years. By the time I’m done with my service, she’ll only be five.

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Food and Drink list:

1. Pumpkin Pie

2. Custard Pie

3. Cheesecake (Plain)

4. Hotdogs and buns… with mustard… and sauerkraut? Uh, no.

5. Mac and Cheese

6. Cranberry Juice

7. Wine with Whipped Cream — Ahahaha! Heck no!

8. Yogurt

9. Walnut Shrimp

and much, much more…

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I still haven’t seen Harry Potter 4… Man! Man! Man!

I had alot in mind but now it’s gone blank… I’ll write some again later. Ciao!

Ahahahaha! I’m home! Went to San Francisco for the weekend with my Tita Hazel and my soon-to-be Uncle Bill (It’s his first time there). I must say that I oodles of fun. I was tired to as we had to walk from Chinatown to Union Square. We didn’t get to go to all must-see places (e.g. Alcatraz–I’ve been there before but I feel bad for Bill!) due to lack of time… I love SF’s downtown! Man, if only L.A. has that kind of place… I think L.A. would be better if there are less ghetto creatures (less emes, egots, and bums) and if it was cleaner. Plus, there is one key factor missing in the city of angels: CULTURE. Really. I have long thought about this and after a second trip to SF validated it–L.A. is just a place where people go to work and live and whatever. It does not have that distinct character, ya? I guess if it wasn’t for the great weather, Hollywood, beaches, wide roads, and cool cars, I wouldn’t really choose to live here. Don’t get me wrong though as I am merely writing my observation of the obvious differences between SF and LA. I love L.A… especially the well placed traffic lights and wide roads! Hehe! SF traffic sucks big time! Not to mention L.A. peeps are definitely more friendly and loose… SF folks are more uptight, but they dress nice. Rrrrrr!

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I broke my promise–I haven’t been using "Astig" in my everyday vernacular conversations but to my surprise, I have been subconsciously using the word "Freakin" in my everyday vernacular conversations. Hmmm. LOL. Oh well, looks like my brain chooses things for me without asking for my permission… But wait a minute–what if my brain did? What if my Medulla Oblongata is secretly communicating with my Cerebrum concerning my signature expression without my knowing! Aha! A conspiracy in my brain!

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I got a new wallet that I’ve been needing for months! It’s a simple, red Paul Frank wallet I got from a store from beautiful Sausalito. Cost me $14. I love Sausalito! I think it’s the prettiest place in the whole SF!

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I tried doing the Turbo Jam last night and my heart was racing so fast I got scared–and dizzy. What on earth is my maximum (or optimal?) heart rate anyways. I didn’t get my parents anything from SF but I will be back next month anyways..  but this time with Dianne, Yves, Aileen and anyone who wants to go–keep your promise Dianne! I am holding you responsible if I become officially insane because you broke your promise and you pushed me to the brink, you crossed the fine line, you… you… Hahahaha!

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I got this Merton book from a wonderful bookstore still in Sausalito. It’s called "Seeds of Contemplation." Check it out. Oh, Heeeey… The Harry Potter movie is out today! Exciting! I wanna see it! Wanna see it with me?

Before I get any more random thoughts, it is better to end this entry. I must attend to my household chores now. Bye.

My computer crashed. My freakin’ computer crashed. So now, Iam basically a PC squatter in either my brother’s or my parent’s PC… I’m telling you, it’s hard to beg for fair online timing… not to mention wallet burning (Damn bribery!)… I don’t feel so bad though because I get a heck alot more sleep (Lack of discipline, eh?). I was actually experiencing "Withdrawal Symptoms" and I was restless the whole day. I kept forgetting that my PC crashed and I kept thinking "Ooh, I’ll ook this up and this one too" and when I go to my PC, I am reminded of the horrible fate that has been bestowed upon me. Aaaahhh! Even my computer whiz for a future uncle couldn’t fix it… I haven’t lost hope though… BUT all in all, besides the pictures (sob!) and my music (sob! sob!) oh and my important documents (sniff!), I am perfectly fine without my PC. For the mean time, I am back to reading books and I already started reading Screwtape Letters by no other than C.S. Lewis…

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I lost 30 fucking dollars on my way to the laundromat today… I had to go back hone to get more money. I am so fuckin pissed.

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I am off to San Francisco tomorrow! Woohoo! Anyone wanna go? LOL… I guess the trip tomorrow would make up for my lousy week… I don’t have any moolah so my dad, out of love for his needy daughter, lent me his card and gave me the the full authority to use it… yiipeeee! Well, I have to pack and get ready for my trip tomorrow, ya?! See you folks when I get back… Much, much love! Have a good weekend!

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Hey, if you are in the Los Angeles area, anyone up to go see these movies with me?

• Jarhead
• Harry Potter

and go to LACMA to see King Tut afterwards… of course you pay for yourself. LOL…

You guys should also check out the art of Chris Mars. It’s wicked cool. Eerie, creepy cool.

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Okie dokie! Bye!

Imitation is the best form of flattery… Ahahaha… I feel good when I say that!

On to other things…

I’ve been eating alot of pumpkin pies… I am crazy for it… No, I don’t like those high-end creamy pies, not even the Ralph’s kind… I am in love with the cheap kind that sells for 2 bucks. I think it’s the best pie ever to surface in the baking world. I already sent in my email of appreciation to the makers of these wonderful pies… I’m a dork.. you think that, I know it. I admit it. Stop already.

My backaches are coming back. They never really went away as I always had a difficulty of bending down but it is getting bad again.

I want to read this Austen book Pride and Prejudice because there’s a movie about it and the trailer was wonderful. I always prefer reading the book than watching the movie because the book is always better. Case in Point: Harry Potter and any other book made into a movie.

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I finished the Korean telenovela Fullhouse and it was a good, good one. I didn’t sleep for approximately 30 hours just so I can watch it straight. There were 8 DVDs with 2 episodes each… each episode lasts about an hour to an hour and a half so the $8 I paid for it is well worth it. I loved the story so even though Young-jae was a jerk the whole time, it was okay. Han Ji-eun is a good character, and I definitely had a crush with Min-Hyuk. I thought Hye-won was an all time bitch but I came to understand her in the end. Okay, so you may not understand what just happened here but I promise that Fullhouse is a good story so start watching… or buy it.

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I am just awaiting my Admission letters from the colleges I applied to… now, like I said, if I get in any, I will go there and finish college then eventually maybe even go to Med School. If not, well, I can always join the Army. I know I seem weird talking about my plans as if I take things too lightly and just go wherever there’s a way… Well, that is true… I’m not big on commitments and holding on to my plans… but in the end, I am sticking through the one goal I have in my heart and mind: Find something worthwhile to do and help my family in the future. So I guess it doesn’t matter what path I choose to do as long as I get to do something useful and not hurt anyone, ya?

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Wanna hear something funny? I read somewhere that when some dorks are filling out forms and they had to put something in the "Religion" question, they put "Jedi" Hahaha! I didn’t know that the force was that strong to reach the inner recesses of these people’s hearts and minds to make them claim they are Jedis… But I think it would be cool if there are real Jedis… or Ninjas, I like Ninjas… The thought of being a lethal weapon person yourself, plus being enlightened but acting normal is waaaay cool… Think Jet Li with his martial arts and some needle poking techniques in Kiss of the Dragon but he looked really normal is awesome. Okay Katherine’s inner dork,  you can stop now or you’ll give yourself away…

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This wraps up my completely pointless and scattered post. I enjoyed it though, hope you do too… I know for a fact that people do read this blog… not alot but there are readers… especially those spying on me or looking to find out what I’ve been up to and copying it. Kidding.

Have fun, kiddos!

My post "The Addiction Continues…" is missing… where on earth is it?

The kiddie party yesterday turned out fun… and moving on…

LOL! I had fun but I think I want to forget the part where Dianne and I danced to Macarena… I would bet my life that I looked fuckin’ stupid. LOL… but like I said, it was fun. I have Good news though… I have a new 30-second dance routine I got from Korea’s Fullhouse… the Baby bear dance! Hahaha! If you wanna see it just tell me and I’d gladly do the dance for you! Teehee! Oh! Oh! Did I mention I got a 100 score when I sang ‘Kailan’ by the Eraserheads?! Proudest moment, baby!

I ate alot of Strawberry Kisses and I am proud to announce that my favorite food list just had a new member…

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I am hypnotized by that Beatles song "Strawberry Fields Forever" because the beat is laid back and the rhythm is catchy but very subtle… ah… since when did I become a music critic? (Aha! The second part of your maple wood bass guitar’s solo is off by a half note! Your B flat sounds like a D Minor 7! Bwahahaha!). Erm, excuse me for that insane interruption.

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I finished all the Kare Kano mangas that I have… sigh… now I have to wait till December for Volume 18… Do you think I’ll make it? Heh.

Post again later. Ciao mami!

My addictions are as follows…

1. Anime / Manga — speaking of manga, my Kare Kano 7 to 17 will be here today! Yahooo!

2. Korean telenovelas — after I saw that wonderful Fullhouse video from Youtube, I am hooked. Now, where on earth do I download for free those videos?

3. The Shins — after all this time, I am still in love with their music.

4. Food — white chocolate, Yanyan, Chicken, Empanada, ice cream, and rice. Yum!

5. Elizabeth — I love my sister!

6. Love — Ahihihi. Self-explanatory.

7. The Internet — Arrr!

8. Faye Wong — I am still fascinated with this woman. The fact that she looks absolutely stunning in short, short, short hair is enviable. Plus, she sang Eyes on Me. Hehehe…

9. Naruto — Anyone up for Katherine’s Kagebunshin no Jutsu?

10. Pictures — love ‘em. Click.

11. Filling out forms — For some reason I am fond of filling out forms… Weird.

12. Canned/Manufactured foods — I grew up in the city. And we have microwave. But really, canned foods tastes really good to me…

13. Bubbles — One of my life’s dreams is to be surrounded by lots and lots of bubbles… and then be inside one for at least 5 minutes…

14. Sleep — and speaking of sleep, I have to go nytie nytie already coz it’s 3 in the morning and I have a big day ahead of me because it’s my sister’s first birthday!

         HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELIZABETH!

             I LOVE YOU PRETTY!