Thursday, August 12, 2010

Lasagna!!

For a potluck at University of Phoenix, my mom decided to make some lasagna for my dad to take. I also helped. We made one for the potluck and one for the family. It was DELICIOUS!!
父の仕事場、ユニバーシティ・オブ・フェニックスであるパーティのために母はラザニアを作る事にしました。私もお手伝いしました。父が持っていく用に一つ、そして家族用にもう一つ作りました。とっても美味しゅうございました!!

Don't my mom and I look similar from the back? LOL
こう見ると、結構後ろ姿が似てる母と私。笑

Thursday, July 22, 2010

A new type of Rubic's Cube...

3 years ago, my family went through a phase where we were really in to Rubik's cube. I don't have the math brain to figure out the whole thing, but my stubbornness got me through the issue. I ended up memorizing the directions, and can now complete it.
Now, the phase is back again. My sister thought it was unfair that I could do it, and she couldn't so decided to memorize the directions as well. And, now that she can do it, her and our brother wanted to try something new. They asked me if I could master this one. See image...
..."Yeah, very funny" I said sarcastically. I don't know why, but my brother and sister through it was hilarious. The picture is just two Rubik's cubes on top of the other.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

I got a job!!!!

After graduating from Massage School in March, waiting a month and a half for my state license, and job hunting...I have a part-time job now. I started working last Friday at Elements Therapeutic Massage in Gilbert, AZ (http://touchofelements.com/gilbert). It's a nice classy day spa. I'm excited!!! YAY!!



Sunday, May 23, 2010

Graduations

Hello, everybody. How is the weather over where you live? It's starting to get pretty hot here in Phoenix. AND, believe it or not, it's already that time of the year again...That's right. Graduations!!
皆さん、こんにちわ。そちらのお天気はどうですか?フェニックスはもうかなり暑くなってきています。そして、信じられない事に、もうあの季節ですね。。。そう。卒業式の季節です。

Last Wednesday was my brother, Carl's graduation from junior high. One of his least favorite things in this whole wide world is school, so he was very excited that he got through another one. Of course he has high school starting in August...LOL It was also fun to see him in slacks and a tie for the first time.
先週の水曜日は弟、カールの中学校の卒業式でした。この広い世界で彼が最も好まない物の一つが学校なので、本人もかなり興奮していました。まぁ、当然8月から高校なんですけどね。。。笑 初めて見るカール君のタイ姿もなかなかの見物でした。


This passed Friday was my graduation from Pima Medical. I just have to say, "It was long..." But it was nice to see my classmates and instructors, again, and to catch up with how everyone has been. This was also my first time wearing a cap & gown. I have to admit, they are quite comfortable, but the cap can be a little itchy. Hahaha...LOL By the way, the cords are yellow for Honors and white for Perfect attendance. I received my massage state licence in the mail a couple weeks ago, too, so I am fully up and running as a job-hunting massage therapist. ;)
先週の金曜は私のピマ医学専門の卒業式でした。正直に言わせてもらうと、「長かった。。。」くらいしか感想はないのですが、久しぶりにクラスメートや先生方に会えたのは良かったです。初めて着たキャップとガウンは結構着心地がよかったけど、キャップは少しかゆかったです。ははは。。。笑 えっと、首にかけたコードは黄色が優等生(GPAが4.0中3.5以上の場合)で、白が皆勤賞です。マッサージの州免許も2週間ほど前に届いて、やっとマッサージ師として就職活動ができます。;)


Well, that's about it. Life is full of surprises as always, and I hope it stays that way. As for my family, they can hardly wait till the surprises are over. LOL Any how, I hope I will have more things to share in the upcoming days. Until then, stay cool, and drink plenty of water!!
まぁ、そんなところです。人生は相変わらず毎日がびっくり箱だけど、私はこの先もずっとそうであってほしいと思います。家族にしてみれば、早く安定した生活を始めてほしいと感じているようですが。笑 何はともあれ、この先ブログに載せることが増えるといいです。では、暑さには気をつけて、十分な水分補給も忘れずにね。

Friday, March 19, 2010

Updates

Hello, there. How's everyone doing?
こんにちわ。皆さん、お元気ですか?
It's been about 9 months since I've been in Phoenix, and I am actually 9 days away from graduating from Pima Medical Institute. I have started applying for jobs, and hoping that some one will hire me soon. I will let eveyone know once things are more clear.
フェニックスに住み始めて、もう9カ月です。ピマ医療専門学校卒業まで後9日なので、就職活動も最近始めました。早く仕事が見つかるといいです。もうちょっとはっきりしたことが分かってきたら、またお知らせします。

Now, I've mentioned about my dad's new baby, Harley motorcycle. I forgot the modol. I think it's one of the newest Ultra glide. Possibley the Classic. He sold back the Fat Boy in exchange for this one for safety reasons since he picks up my sister almost every day on it. Also, there were some issues with the Fat Boy. Any who, this is his new ride, and, though I miss the Fat Boy, no matter what the model is, riding on the back is always fun!!!!!! lol
父の新しいハーレーバイクです。確か、ウルトラ・グライドのクラシックだったと思います。前持っていたファットボーイは中古で、いくつか故障があったので、もっと安全なものに取り換えることにしたそうです。まぁ、バイクで妹をほぼ毎日迎えに行くので、これのほうがずっと安全ではありますね。個人的にファットボーイが恋しいですが、どのモデルであっても、バイクの後ろに乗るのは楽しいです!!笑

Below are Carl's new works. On the left is something one of his friends at school asked him to draw for him. Apparently, he charges $3~5/drawing. He is someone who knows how to make money. On the right is an order from one of my dad's co-workers. We all liked this painting so much, and it was sad when we had to give it to the client... I think he maid about $100 on this one. At this point, he has more moeny than I do.
弟の最近の作品です。左は学校の友達に頼まれたものだそうです。おまけに、タダでは無く、絵一枚当たり、$3~5もらうそうです。ビジネスマンですねぇ。右の絵は最近父の仕事場の人から受けた注文作品です。あまりにも出来が良くて、お客さんにあげるのがちょっと惜しかったくらいでした。これは$100くらい頂いたそうです。今の時点で弟は私よりお金を持っていると思います。
That's all for today. Hopefully, I can keep the blog going after this one... Have a good day.
では、今日はここらへんで。この先、できる限りブログを続けていこうと思います。それでは、また後ほど。

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

What Faith Can Do - Kutless

Happy New Year's.
Starting this year, I've been driving to and back from school by myself. I found a Christian radio station, and the time in the car has turned into a little worship time for me. At this point, I seriously have no idea where I'm going to end up in September, and it's been a real struggle trying to keep myself from getting eaten up by the pressure and fear of not knowing what to do.
"What faith can do" by Kutless is one of my favorite songs, and, every time I hear this song, it reminds me that I have to have faith and surrender everything in His hands. Whenever I am reminded of this, I can feel my chest get lighter and I can breath much easier.
Right now, I am working on always having that faith. If any of you won't mind praying for me in whatever way God puts in your heart, I will be truely greatful.
Thank you. :)