Wednesday, August 8, 2012

The Undeserving Letter


"As for youuu, I have no regrets. You weren’t it. I’m sorry but I’m not and honestly, all your niceness and all can’t change my mind. I just don’t feel it. I don’t want to feel awkward about it but I do. I wish you never called me out about it. Should’ve left it alone if you knew better because it accomplished nothing. Instead, it heightened the awkwardness. GJ.

Meow.

Sadly I don’t care about you but I care about ____…oiii."

This is the thing I was afraid of most...knowing exactly how you will respond to the situation. I don't think you've realized some of the truths of the world yet. Ignorance is bliss, after all. Quite frankly, your immaturity and justification has helped me realize that there are people in this world who needs to be forgiven and who simply needs to learn.

I try very hard to help and please the right people in this world; I mean well, I really do. But sometimes, these intentions are misinterpreted and the wrong people at the wrong time get the wrong message. I've never felt so much contempt for anyone as much as I have today and will probably for the next lifetime. Initially, I thought I have cleared up the air and the misconceptions floating around between us. I thought the whole point of our conversation was that I am not who you were after the whole time. But today, what I have read completely defied the purpose of the letter and talk. I know it's unhealthy and immorally wrong to be prying into other people's businesses and thinking because well...it isn't even mine in the first place. She reminds me that no one is the reason of your happiness except yourself. I'm glad she got to say what she said because otherwise I would be living in this lie. Better to walk in on the truth than live in a lie, right?

I gave you every benefit of the doubt to least understand me that day and acknowledge the circumstance and situation. And yet, you told me this and that but you thought the otherwise. And I think we both have overestimated each other's differences, misconstruing our relationship as maybe for something else. I wanted to leave no regrets in it's wake that day. I'm happy to know that you feel the same way. But seriously, no need to remind and tell me that I should have known better when it was something I've clearly stated from the beginning of our talk. That was the purpose and reason why I've asked you out to begin with, no? Apparently, you didn't get it. In the end of all it, you didn't know better; you remained you. The person who I once thought that she could have done better. You once again, sold yourself short.

I know I'm flying off the handle about this but I am sincerely distraught and in utter dismay about this recent finding. I am a terrible human being and you will always have every right to be angry at me for finding this out. But truthfully speaking, I felt that day was not as honest and genuine. Rather, it was just this big cover up and a repeat of history, the history where you pretended to care (or lack thereof). Now that I think about it, I should have ended this game at a much earlier stage. I think both led each other on...but you've stopped at some point and I continued. Now there is something to actually regret! I always make these mistakes, chasing after the wrong person for the wrong reasons because in hindsight I only wanted to improve the quality of their lives. You didn't reciprocate and I should have known better. But eventually, I did and thought for the better.

Maybe, just maybe, you didn't know or understand what I was trying to convey...At any given moment in our lives, there are certain things that could have happened but didn't. I hope that at least you got at the bare minimum. And the fact that I haven't accomplished anything tells me that either of us are at fault...But it happens to everyone as they grow up: you find out who you are and what you want and realize that people you've known forever don't see things the way you do. So you keep the wonderful memories, but find yourself moving on. Nothing awkward about that.

I told myself maybe it's a good idea to have another, hopefully, civil discussion like adults, if only for a moment. But truth of the matter, someone isn't quite there yet. As a result of all this, these have become my consequences. I want to try very hard to think of you the same way I told you I was that day but I don't think it'll be a walk in the park anymore...Some people are really unreasonable these days. But hey, who am I to say that. At this point, it's not worth moving forward. Though I must commend your self-less act. You've made a huge personal sacarfice and I think that is when life and learning will really begin for you. I can only wish you the best and not look back at something this trivial.

FUCK BITCHES, MAKE MONEY, STAY CLASSY, BE NERDY.
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The Letter
Truthfully speaking, I don’t know if this is even the right thing to do or not. And at the end of it, I don't think it wouldn't even make a difference anyways and I'll tell you latter why. So I hope this doesn’t come as something very abrupt.

Do know that I genuinely like you, I really do... You’re very free-spirited, open-minded, charming, smart, kind, and just an overall good human being. And I never understood why your exes can’t overlook certain qualities about you and I hope you’re over them because of that. After all, you are what you are because of who you are. Y'know no one should ever question the integrity of your character and should never be treated as some trophy girl but people don't realize that you're much more than that.

I also want you to know that there was never one single boring moment around you. And I appreciate how easy going you are. It’s not something you see every day. And every time I’ve had the chance to be with you I try to make the most out of it.

And call this anything you want but the only reason I’ve also asked you out here today is because I don’t want you to think of me any differently. There are a lot of misconceptions about me and unless you call me out on it no one will ever find out. I like to hide and bottle a lot of things. And I’m going to go out on a limb on this but you're not that much different from me and I've noticed that you do it very very well. And I've already known for the longest time that you are NOT in any type of position in life to make any commitments or be in any type of relationships; I respect that. I don’t know…I don't think anyone should just ever settle. 

But the most important thing I wanted you to understand is that I’m not here to ask you to take a chance on me or anything of that sort, no, because that’s not what you want or what you’re after for. I’ve known that for a very long time already.... Honestly, I don’t even expect you to care but realize that I really do care for your happiness though…and that is something I will not give up regardless of where our friendship stands. And I would never trade that for anything else. And I know that I can’t live my life for other people but I do what’s right for me, even if it may hurt the people I love…specially when I’m too nice for my own good.

So I hope we remain as good friends. I hope you can cherish it as much as I do with my other close friends. I hope you accept our friendship for what it is because I’m afraid of losing something good and I’m not going to let that happen again.

Let me ask you, what happens if you didn't truly appreciate something until you didn't have it anymore...



Monday, July 30, 2012

Use Somebody

Off in the night, while you live it up, I'm off to sleep.
Waging wars to shape the poet and the beat.
I hope it's gonna make you notice
I hope it's gonna make you notice.

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Why is it?

That your smile is so damn alluring.

Monday, April 30, 2012

Misconstrued Relationships

There is something about you that keeps me pursuing. I understand that we are not in the that position in life to make any sort of 'commitments' because of potential consequences, ambitions, and other aspirations in life. I commend you for that. And if the pieces fall in place then so be it. But for now, let's sail where the wind blows. Life is unpredictable so anything can happen. I think that's the greatest joy in life: to live not without regrets but freely of them. 

Thanks for that talk Polly and John.

Unphogettable (6:33:16 PM): meh with girls
Unphogettable (6:33:21 PM): they don't think about friendships and relationships
Unphogettable (6:33:24 PM): the same way guys do
tandks85 (6:33:34 PM): yeah
Unphogettable (6:33:39 PM): with girls, because they share their feelings and whatnot with their girlfriends
Unphogettable (6:33:44 PM): when guys do it, they think it's the same thing
Unphogettable (6:33:52 PM): but with guys, we only open up with people we super care about
Unphogettable (6:34:06 PM): so when a guy tries to make a move the girl gets caught off guard and offendes
Unphogettable (6:34:16 PM): and thinks that the guy was just friend with her to get into her pants
Unphogettable (6:34:20 PM): which of course isn't true
tandks85 (6:34:45 PM): you're totally right
Unphogettable (6:34:49 PM): so when a girl connects with the guy on that intimate level, it's easy for guys to misconstrue that as maybe her wanting something more
Unphogettable (6:34:56 PM): girls dont get that
Unphogettable (6:35:12 PM): and when a guy likes a girl and their friendship grows, it's natural to want to date them
Unphogettable (6:35:18 PM): cuz hey, we get along
Unphogettable (6:35:22 PM): let's spend more time together
Unphogettable (6:36:06 PM): so that's why
Unphogettable (6:36:20 PM): i feel if a move isn't made
Unphogettable (6:36:29 PM): then it will never happen on the girl's end
Unphogettable (6:36:40 PM): because they see it as another friendship that they hae
Unphogettable (6:36:42 PM): *have
tandks85 (6:38:07 PM): hmmm food for thoughts that's for sure. 
Unphogettable (6:38:16 PM): just my opinon, i dont know
Unphogettable (6:38:52 PM): but yeah, not to misconstrue anything i say as like
Unphogettable (6:38:54 PM): girl bashing
Unphogettable (6:39:01 PM): it's just we approach relationships and friendships different
Unphogettable (6:39:10 PM): and we, as guys, should understand that
Unphogettable (6:39:15 PM): and make obvious our intentions
Unphogettable (6:39:27 PM): because if a we're sharing stuff with a girl, we want more, but they dont know that
Unphogettable (6:39:30 PM): when we think we're being super obvious
Unphogettable (6:39:43 PM): they think we're just being friends
tandks85 (6:40:03 PM): yeah haven't really thought of it that way 
tandks85 (6:40:08 PM): it's making sense now 
Unphogettable (6:40:21 PM): so if you ask her, use the word date
Unphogettable (6:40:26 PM): that's as obvious as it can get
Unphogettable (6:40:28 PM): without being super strong
Unphogettable (6:40:29 PM): lol

Monday, April 16, 2012

Favorite Quotes

"There's nothing like the Eureka moment of discovering, something that no one knew before. I won't compare it to sex, but it last longer."
- Steven Hawking

Sunday, March 18, 2012

The Quote Book

Self-explanatory, I should really keep track of some unforgettable, classic, genuine conversations here:

-----------------------3/18/2012-----------------------

White Noise

DancerNboardr408 (1:08:27 AM): would you happen to know
DancerNboardr408 (1:08:27 AM): if
DancerNboardr408 (1:08:34 AM): we can download this?
tandks85 (1:08:53 AM): I honestly do not know but I can gurantee you that some nigguh right now is recording this
DancerNboardr408 (1:09:05 AM): haahahaa
tandks85 (1:09:06 AM): and when that gets released you and I will be on that like hot pancakes
DancerNboardr408 (1:09:12 AM): LOL
DancerNboardr408 (1:09:16 AM): hot pancakes.
tandks85 (1:09:26 AM): i want some meow
DancerNboardr408 (1:09:30 AM): LOL
DancerNboardr408 (1:09:37 AM): and Im the one whose faded...
tandks85 (1:09:43 AM): who smiles alot
DancerNboardr408 (1:09:46 AM): who"s
DancerNboardr408 (1:09:56 AM): lol
tandks85 (1:09:59 AM): LOLOLOL
DancerNboardr408 (1:10:00 AM): not really
tandks85 (1:10:07 AM): 10 second delay response ftw
DancerNboardr408 (1:10:12 AM): HAHAHA
DancerNboardr408 (1:10:14 AM): damn it...

-----------------------3/18/2012-----------------------

Home Drunk Home

Khoi Nguyen:

Alright homie
Sweet dreams man
Get home ...
err in bed safe
Tje fuk ma I saying?

Tan Le:
jesus christ khoi LOL
-----------------------3/18/2012-----------------------

Electric Daisy Nipples

T: just imagine EDC meow
shit's gonna be cray
im gonna be running around shirtless with neon yellow nips
A: LOLLLLL body paint?
T: YOU AIN'T DOWN!
A: you're a slut
LOLL
T: only for that night lol
A: AHHAHHA well put
for the weekend*
-----------------------1/13/2009-----------------------

The JB Effect

hella agg (12:16:01 AM): who works
hella agg (12:16:05 AM): in the office
TanDKS85 (12:16:07 AM): OH
hella agg (12:16:07 AM): random cute girl?
TanDKS85 (12:16:09 AM): ugh
TanDKS85 (12:16:12 AM): random cute girl
TanDKS85 (12:16:14 AM): (assuming)
hella agg (12:16:16 AM): go for it tan
hella agg (12:16:17 AM): is she 16
hella agg (12:16:18 AM): haha
TanDKS85 (12:16:20 AM): 18
TanDKS85 (12:16:21 AM): o_o
TanDKS85 (12:16:22 AM): LOL
hella agg (12:16:23 AM): aw
hella agg (12:16:24 AM): too old for you

-----------------------11/20/2011-----------------------

Gender Role Exchange

bboyKdash (1:20:31 PM): F***
bboyKdash (1:20:35 PM): I'm getting completrely lazy
bboyKdash (1:20:38 PM): How's homework?
bboyKdash (1:20:41 PM): Am I bothhering you?
tandks85 (1:20:42 PM): hahah
bboyKdash (1:20:43 PM): Do I sound like a girl?

-----------------------2/1/2012-----------------------

Asian Confusion

hella agg (1:33:08 AM): well the first thing i was thinking of is banh gio
tandks85 (1:33:24 AM): banh gio is something else.
hella agg (1:33:28 AM): right
hella agg (1:33:29 AM): these are like
hella agg (1:33:30 AM): mini versions
hella agg (1:33:31 AM): i think
hella agg (1:33:34 AM): and you eat it with fish sauce
hella agg (1:33:35 AM): or something
tandks85 (1:33:48 AM): OHHHH
tandks85 (1:33:52 AM): I KNOWWW
tandks85 (1:33:57 AM): sometimes there fucking
tandks85 (1:34:00 AM): shrimp in there too
hella agg (1:34:00 AM): they're kind of like
hella agg (1:34:01 AM): bite size
hella agg (1:34:02 AM): YES'
hella agg (1:34:02 AM): SHRIMP
tandks85 (1:34:03 AM): with the hard shell
tandks85 (1:34:04 AM): YESSS
tandks85 (1:34:06 AM): lmfao
hella agg (1:34:06 AM): WHAT IS THAT
tandks85 (1:34:12 AM): FUCKKKK my mom is sleeping
hella agg (1:34:15 AM): lolol


-----------------------11/22/2011-----------------------

A Universe's Afterthought

T: So what do you think about our universe, Kathy?
K: Well we are something that came from something that had to be something when something was something.
Right?
T: Yeah, something like that haha.

-----------------------3/21/2012-----------------------

Mandling Business

12:55 PM Duy Quoc Le --CNTR
Dude if you were here
12:55 PM Duy Quoc Le --CNTR
we could MANDLE

-----------------------3/26/2012-----------------------

Eureka

Tan Le --CNTR
welp there's the answer we have been waiting for


2:16 PMDuy Quoc Le --CNTR
What answer?

2:17 PMTan Le --CNTR
james sent out an email
check it
it's actually feasible

2:19 PM Duy Quoc Le --CNTR

I WAS rIGHT
SCheduled PUSH!!!
DU MA!

2:19 PMTan Le --CNTR
goood shit son

2:19 PMDuy Quoc Le --CNTRI
;aklsjfakldsjfadsf
asdkl;fjdsaklfjadsl;kfjdsakl;fjsakl;dfjl;dsakjfkl;dsajfldsakjfdsalkjf
asdlkfjadsklfjdsa
I SAID THAT!

2:20 PMTan Le --CNTR
lololoo

2:20 PMDuy Quoc Le --CNTR
GiVE ME HIS PAYCHECK!

2:20 PMTan Le --CNTR
desktop engineer in the house?


2:20 PMDuy Quoc Le --CNTR
I FUCKING CALLE DTHAT SHIT

-----------------------5/14/2012-----------------------
The High Effect
hella agg (10:28:45 PM): you seemed like you were having a good time lol
tandks85 (10:28:50 PM): hahaha
tandks85 (10:28:54 PM): i really was
tandks85 (10:28:59 PM): beats drinking for sure
tandks85 (10:29:33 PM): i ended up in a 3 way video conference with her and her other gal friend
tandks85 (10:29:36 PM): we were all baked tandks85 (10:29:38 PM): shit was hilarious tandks85 (10:30:07 PM): never hugged/snuggled a roll of paper towels so passionately before tandks85 (10:30:09 PM): LOL
hella agg (10:31:03 PM): looool
-----------------------6/14/2012-----------------------
Steps 1, 3, and 2.
tandks85 (4:46:24 AM): i just found out the proper way
tandks85 (4:46:27 AM): to care for your mouth
tandks85 (4:46:48 AM): apparently you have to use mouth rinse AFTER brushing
tandks85 (4:47:03 AM): wtf? I thought you do it after flossing .___.
hella agg (4:47:20 AM): ...
hella agg (4:47:23 AM): how did you just find this out lolol
tandks85 (4:47:41 AM): LOL, there is science behind this too
tandks85 (4:47:42 AM): fml.
tandks85 (4:47:48 AM): cause i was taking a dump
tandks85 (4:47:52 AM): and reading the directions
tandks85 (4:47:54 AM): on the fucking
tandks85 (4:47:56 AM): mouth-rinse
tandks85 (4:48:03 AM): and it said to rinse AFTER brushing
tandks85 (4:48:06 AM): i was so befuddled
tandks85 (4:48:13 AM): so i went online to do my research
tandks85 (4:48:15 AM): and it was confirmed
tandks85 (4:48:22 AM): fml. all these fucking years erick
hella agg (4:48:55 AM): looool
-----------------------6/13/2012-----------------------
Unconventional Methodologies
tandks85 (1:45:34 PM): sometimes i don't even vacumm
tandks85 (1:45:39 PM): i lint roller my whole room
DancerNboardr408 (1:45:43 PM): okay
tandks85 (1:45:45 PM): LOL
DancerNboardr408 (1:45:46 PM): youre officially a freak
DancerNboardr408 (1:45:52 PM): this is going on facebook
DancerNboardr408 (1:45:54 PM): im sorry
DancerNboardr408 (1:45:57 PM): LOL
tandks85 (1:45:59 PM): yknow. sometimes those vacumm can't pick up the things you want it to pick up tandks85 (1:46:02 PM): LMAO
tandks85 (1:46:03 PM): fuuuuuuu
DancerNboardr408 (1:47:52 PM): BUAHAHAA
-----------------------6/19/2012-----------------------
One Step too Late
tandks85 (2:46:40 AM): remember that fart i delievered one night?

hella agg (2:46:45 AM): yes
hella agg (2:46:47 AM): it was horrible
tandks85 (2:47:02 AM): i think i'm about to having another "moment"
hella agg (2:47:08 AM): wut
hella agg (2:47:17 AM): you're gonna fart?
hella agg (2:47:17 AM): haha
tandks85 (2:47:35 AM): i always try to run outside my room but sometimes i am one step too late.
hella agg (2:47:41 AM): LOL
-----------------------7/31/2012-----------------------

Hopeless Romantics
hella agg (6:41:51 PM): i'm just the kind of person that likes to do these things face to face, you know?
tandks85 (6:41:58 PM): welll i do too
hella agg (6:42:09 PM): we're romantics tan
hella agg (6:42:09 PM): ahah

tandks85 (6:42:26 PM): fuck we are.
tandks85 (6:42:29 PM): god damnit


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Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Touch a Soul, Heal a Heart.: A Personal Log.

I find ways to touch the soul and speak to the heart. I always have and always will. That's just the nature of my personality. I can't really describe how much of a valuable conversation that can take place between two people. When I feel strongly about someone or something, my subconscious self kicks in. I don't know if I'm just going through the motion or it's just some spiritual process that is beyond my control but I feel like I can really touch people's lives when I come up with some enlightening passages. Sometimes, I can't really explain how I can come up with such quotes, sayings, or dialogues but what I do know is that whether the message was flirtatious, intentional or subliminal, it will always hold some form of merit. And more truthfully so, it feels great to have someone experience the situation rather than have it explained to them.

But enough with this let's take a look at some things to live by, admire, hate, question, and ponder about. And to those who have found themselves to be part of this uplifting log, and recall any of the conversations that took place, consider yourself awesome because Tan just found a special place for both of us.

p.s. Giving myself too much credit? DGAF! :]

---PHILOSOPHY/LIFE---

me: "Well, it's what we do, not what we think, that matters most."

me "Don't ask for too much; just want a lot."

me: "I'm no firm believer in God or a higher being due to my more bias-ism towards science and evolution but what I do believe is that we're given all these beautiful resources and we are our own self-creator and are responsible to find purpose in life and devote meaning into it. We're all Gods. What we make out of it is what people define us as."

---FOOD---

me: "My standards for food sees no limit; as long as the food sits well in my belly I will continue eating you."

---PAST---

---MOTIVATIONAL---

me: "Screw the past! You live on with life and appreciate what you already have and gained. If a candle light is unlit you light that shit right back up."

---LOVE---

me: "All you can do is all she allows you to do, so don't do more."

me: "You know, someone leaves for a reason. It's because someone else better comes along to replace them."

me: "If I wanted you I would have asked so politely long time ago like a gentlemen. Don't fish with bait, fish with class. I don't wait for things to happen. I just don't let a rope with a piece of meat dangle in the middle of the water hoping Somethings just have to be experienced, not explained. Can't just leave a bait on there thinking you can get away with the situation. If I wanted to fish like a real man I'd go in there with a spear and catch you. Because...you're just that type."

---DECISIONS---

---INSPIRATION---

me: "Great minds think alike but better minds come together."

---HAPPINESS---

me: "Honestly, do whatever that makes you happy the most, real talk. Happiness comes from realizing how bless you are even despite hardships, learning to love even through heartbreaks, and forgiving when it hurts too much and knowing with each opportunity you get in life is only a testimony to something even greater."

me: "The happiest people in life doesn't have the best of everything they just make the best of everything they have."

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Silence in Scum

I've never...felt so dumbfounded and distraught. Really. I guess it's a great paradox to say those who are comfortable with each other can sit without speaking. But apparently that's just the opposite with some other people. To be sitting down next to someone who literally steals your breath away your voice becomes only shallower. I don't know what it was it could have been anything. Hope, fear, nervousness, happiness. Suddenly I knew I never felt as strongly for another person as I did at that moment. Had it been possible, I wished I never stood frozen. Frozen in thoughts that I couldn't freely express myself. I wanted to tell her my thoughts. I wanted to interject in between the conversations and offer a piece of saying. I wanted to really say something, but the sound of her voice silenced the emotions inside me. I really don't know what it was. My throat was tightened by the constancy of thoughts. My eyes were so locked at fluent tongues.I could only smiled softly and nod because for the very first time in a very long time did I feel the way I felt that night. I haven't been this close and personal with another person in years. And when it happened, the world stopped revolving around me. At that very singular point in time and space, what was most important in the universe was that piece of matter. It was dark, it was chaotic, it was mysterious, it was unknown, it was an energy to be reckon with nevertheless. It was gravitationally responsible for my shortcoming and indeed it was. And from what we know about our universe every dying star in our universe dies a violent death. This is exactly what it felt like.

I'm sorry for you having to experience what you did that night. I'm sorry for speechlessly telling you that silence is always the best answer. I'm sorry for making you feel like silence is betrayal. I'm sorry for being that mirror because I've always thought you needed another perspective of yourself with someone else there. I'm really not one too hate nor fear, I really ain't. And if you ever felt either I don't blame you. I'm different in many respects that some people to this day still can't figure out and admire. But for you to privately attack my persona really did feel like a star in the universe that ended so unexpectedly. I honestly could not blame you for your feelings and most certainly could not accuse you of your wrongdoings. I'm someone who easily forgives but hardly forgets.

I'm not asking for any repent. I want you to know that you've been forgiven way before you even got into greater details about how much of a scum I was. All that I have ever wished for that night was to openly listen to you because deep down I really know there's a much greater problem in the universe that you yourself couldn't explain. All I wanted you to know was that a second opinion or ears were something you wanted all along. All that I have hoped for was to know you better but who really knows at this point. I'm sorry nonetheless.

"Too many people seem to believe that silence was a void that needed to be filled, even if nothing important was said."
— Nicholas Sparks (Nights in Rodanthe)

Sunday, March 4, 2012

Three Years Later

PART I: 3/4/2012 Aprox. 2pm Sunday Afternoon.

It's 2012, can you believe it? Just quickly, stop yourself at this very second and moment and in 10 seconds think about all the shit that have happened to you in the past 3 years. Never had it cross my mind until much recently I would be this compelled to come back and write again. But with recent inspiring events, motivation, and that 10 second of rude awakening, I can confidently say I'm coming back to write with all good intentions. And as I sit here in real time listening to sultry music, sipping on a glass of green tea, pondering about the tiramisu from last night, basking in my crowded room with the sun radiating from the windows, I tap into my subconscious mind to let my fingers punch away at the keyboard as my lips slowly move up and down to the words as I retype and repeat these sentences. "Here I go, here it is again, this doesn't sound right, well maybe that's a bit a better," says Tan. It's more than just a thought process; it's a spiritual and emotional thing. It's about composing a symphonic score that resonates the ears and touches the soul. It's about finding the right words to help you paint a bigger picture so when you come back to reflect on your own self you discover a more meaningful human being. This is exactly what I'm talking about.

For those past 3 defining years of my life I have come across many tribulations trying so hard to make a name for myself. It was difficult, it was genuine, a private struggle nonetheless. Looking back, I have to tell you I've been through a shitload of situations to get to where I'm at today and become the person I am now. Never in a million year had I one). dedicated myself to an educational path with a clear direction of where and what I want to do professionally (material/computer scientist and a nanoengineer/researcher with Intel or IBM) two). become employed at one of the most prestigious engineering company in the silicon valley (Applied Materials Inc) three). drive a NEW (sorta) car bought from the dealership (man did I feel like a straight up grown man) and four). meet all the new wonderful friends whom have brought me nothing but delight and joy (you guys know who you are). I just feel so grateful for all the past and recent blessings and without them I truly wouldn't know where I would be standing today. More importantly, I think the one most significant discovery throughout these past years, months, and days is my philosophy on life. Not ever a single day do I not step out of the house and think to myself how great it'll be to touch someone's lives be it helping a friend cope with her relationshit problems, inspiring my classmates about a career in science and technology, putting a smile on the people's faces at work, or even chasing my worries away during traffic by tailgating jackasses and douches (yes I find pleasure in that...it's a testament to my awesome driving capability and control). I want people to really appreciate and know what they have in life because happiness shouldn't be sought after. Happiness, should find you. Happiness is knowing something or someone who holds a far deeper meaning than it's actual worth and face value. Happiness, as I'll quote myself to a really sweet friend, comes from realizing how bless you are even despite hardships, learning to love even through heartbreaks, and forgiving when it hurts too much and knowing with each opportunity you get in life is only a testimony to something even greater.

I have to admit, I did make a lot of regretful decisions that were against my better judgement. Some in vain, some for granted. But despite those days, you can only learn from yesterday, live for today, and hope for the best tomorrow. Really, you just keep moving forward with the audacity to stay optimistic regardless of your position in life. No more girlfriend/boyfriend? No problem, muster up the courage to talk to those who you never gave a chance to! Can't find a job? Well, shit keep looking cause there will ALWAYS be a job for you and if not do what it'll take to be part of that workforce! Shitty grades? Study harder! Really people, the solutions are really simple to life. We're part of this bigger equation attempting to figure out what is best for us and how we should be the best at what we do but sometimes, and actually often, we just take the wrong steps and not on purpose too. And when we do you ask yourself, "am I really doing this right? Is this even RIGHT to begin with? What other methodologies or standards should I even abide to." It's this realm of uncertainty and doubt that people really stray away from. And because of this very reason we often do the same shit in the same circumstance expecting different results every time. Certainly, these are really tough questions to answer but if you don't stop questioning yourself you will never find an answer. Because guess what? There is really no one solve all answer to life. In fact, there's no answer at all. The only answer and solution to all your first world problems are yourself. Until you can figure yourself out then will you realize how important you are in the decision making process of life.

Ultimately, never stop questioning or doubting yourself. Life to me was about constantly questioning myself to help me realize what sort of milestones I have reached and what I can and haven't reached yet. For me, the past strike to me as interesting, some unworthy of your time, some wasteful, but more importantly some that have gave me purpose and reason. I've acquired various forms of discipline to upkeep with the questions in which I pose to myself every day. You ask, "what sort of questions?" Well, for beginners how do you light a candle back when the fire is gone? And more ambiguously, what happens when there aren't any more candle wax. Trust me, there is no easy answer. What I can suggest is a belief; it's this very belief that the longer you keep a candle on fire the more devoted you are to yourself. However, we often neglect ourselves to do other goods and deeds. We escape our own reality and troubles to help, admire, or even hurt others out there in the world as a form of positive reinforcement when in retrospect you're doing more harm to yourself than anything else. We can only do so much for everyone and that is also a glaring first world problem. We often forget about giving ourselves the attention it deserves and in turn become blindsided by all these superficial distractions. Helen Keller puts best, "when one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us." At such phase in life, your fire either slowly burn out or is out altogether. Your fire...is a reflection of your identity don't you let yourself forget that. It is a testament to how much you can do for yourself and what you can provide to a world crowding in darkness. When you let a fire fade you shut yourself off from the world. You find an excuse to crowd into darkness like the others without any conscious regards to yourself because there, at least you feel much more safe and secured. It's OK to be distracted but it's not OK to make such excuses to be distracted.

Having learned to not beat myself over the years about insecurity, love, work, and school, remaining optimistic and grateful despite life's bullshit can pull you through not only the dark but also help keep your fire burning. After all, you glow more as a person when you have a hopeful perspective of life. No excuse me not hopeful, but daring.

"Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is to not stop questioning.”
― Albert Einstein, Relativity: The Special and the General Theory



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