Summer

So today I start my summer vacation. Its been a long semester, but when I start to think about it, school seems to get by quicker and quicker as each year goes by. Does this mean life is gonna feel shorter as I age?

Anyways, the semester is a success. I passed all my classes, and final exams went by in a breeze. Now I get to relax and hangout with people in Orlando till I have to head back to Miami, in preparation for my trip to Taiwan.
Its going to be an interesting trip indeed. Its been 4 years since the last time I visited, and a lot can happen in those 4 years. With the passing of my Uncle last summer, we all knew that it can happen at any time. So visiting the relatives has taken top priority this summer. I will not be taken any summer classes or working. Just going to go to Taiwan and spend time with the family, see my grandparents, and enjoy the atmosphere.
I've recently gotten in contact with my cousin in Taiwan through facebook. Through her I got to see pictures of the family. Boy has things changed. My younger cousins who used to look like children, now look like young adults. My darling nephews have grown so much. My one year old nephew is now 4, and he has a younger brother.
I'll also have the chance to experience teaching in a foreign country. Its kind of nerve racking trying to think up of a lesson plan for Taiwanese 1st graders. Thankfully I'm only teaching English, and if all goes right, it should be a joy to teach these students.
Anyways, I'm glad its finally the summer. The weather is getting warmer, and the shorts are coming out of the closet again. Mornings aren't cold anymore; I used to have to wear a sweater to go to my 9am class. Now I don't have to worry about waking up that early, and looking like a surf bum.
This summer should be amazing!

21st Birthday!

I'd like to thank everyone for a wonderful birthday weekend! Hurray for my 21st with no alcohol :D
We had a puppy party, and went to Aquatica!
More pics here.

Liam's 2nd Birthday!

Today I had dinner at my cousin's house. It was my nephew's 2nd birthday, and seeing as how I missed the party on Saturday, I couldn't possibly miss a second :)
Here are some more pictures.

CCW

Today I took my CCW class at the Orlando Gun Show. It was actually really simple to acquire and not at all complicated after I finished. Just sit through a basic lecture involving gun safety, gun operating and skills, and when we are allowed to use our weapons.
Honestly, it was all a big review for me. In fact the class was TOO easy. I honestly believe it should have been a little more challenging. The range time was also a bit insignificant. There were old ladies about 60-70 years old at the range trying to get their permit, and we were shooting itty bitty .22 LR pistols or revolvers. Just 6 shots at a target 10 ft away. Not really that hard at all.
Anyways, I guess I'm glad to finally go through with it. Just have to mail it in on Monday, go get finger printed, and wait.

This is Pretty Funny

So today I received a message on facebook from this girl with the same last name as me. Her name was Alison Tseng. My first reaction was: "Hey she's cute..."
Now I've been single for almost a year now...so don't look at me bad when that's my initial reaction.
She messaged me: "Hey do you know who I am." Which I don't. I don't think I've ever seen her in my life. She then replies, that she hasn't seen me in 4 years.
Turns out she's my cousin from Taiwan, who somehow has a facebook, which I thought no one used in Taiwan.
I felt so.....dirty.....
So yeah... gonna shoot or castrate myself. Actually shooting would be less painful....

P.S.
Ewwwwwwwwwww

WTF!?!

So I woke up this morning for work, went to my car and was surprised to see a parking ticket on my windshield. This is what I got a ticket for:



So apparently having more than 2 cars in the driveway is illegal now? How in the world are we supposed to fit more than 2 cars without blocking the sidewalk?

My roommate also received a "parked on sidewalk" ticket, but he was parked on the street. So it doesn't make any sense at all.

Theres an old man who's anal about everything in the neighborhood. Pretty sure it was him who reported are evil deeds.

New Member of the Family

My my... boy has my family grown in the last year. Just recently a third member has joined me and just yesterday, I finally took her out for a spin.

Glock 19

Anyways, I'm not officially broke. But hey, its not a cheap hobby, and I'm pretty happy about my new acquisition!