March 5, 2013
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Quarterly Update
My iPhone sold today on Amazon and so ends my year long Apple ownership. Also, I finally get to earn back some of the money I spent on my new phone, which is a relief. One of my cousins is getting married soon, which is going to bring my mother’s side of the family together. Unfortunately it looks like my sister might not be able to come, which is a shame because I feel like it’s been a seriously long time since our entire family (in one form or another) has gotten together to spend some quality time doing something other than sitting around my parent’s house. We (the groom and his groomsmen et al) are heading to Vegas this weekend for the bachelor party. It’ll be my first time there with people I know (the other time having been with a Korean tour group courtesy of my Aunts). I’m a bit apprehensive because I don’t know what to expect, but I’m also looking forward to relaxing and hanging out. As we get older, these kinds of moments seem more and more rare as we devote more and more attention to things like careers and family. I’ve learned a deeper appreciate for what time I do get to spend together with everyone.
I’m seriously considering getting a dog. Not until after my cousin’s wedding (because my parents will be visiting and that would probably be the worst time to have to care for a dog on top of everything else), but all things considered, I’ve always believed that the trade-offs of dog ownership have been well worth it. I have never met another animal that is so loyal and dedicated as a canine, so single-mindedly focused on their human companions to the point of being able to read your intentions and gestures. They ask for the smallest things and give so much in return. It saddens me tremendously that our family (my parent’s) dog Marble is getting so old and frail. The thought of her one day passing is heartbreaking. I want to see her again before that happens.
I’ve been having strange dreams lately. Usually that portends big changes in my life. I guess we’ll see what happens this year, but I’m sure something is on the horizon.
