Archive for May 2006
Oh Frustration, Molly is Thy Name
Posted on May 28, 2006 by Ching under Babies.
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This is a public service announcement to all those who might be thinking about getting a puppy in the near future. Word of advice: do your research. I had no idea what I had gotten myself into until I realize that I really liked being able to stay in bed until seven o’clock in the morning.
These days I’m lucky if I can get five hours of sleep. I know it’s not all Molly’s fault. She’s not the one who decided to stay up late the night before. However, in my defense, it’s hard to break habits. I’m used to staying up pretty late and getting up around sevenish. The problem is I now have to train myself to get up at five o’clock in the morning and the two hours of sleep really make a difference.
Anyway, please don’t get me wrong. I love Molly to pieces and I would never ever consider giving her up. She’s my baby and I love her. It’s just very challenging to take care of a puppy. House training is almost impossible.
Once again, this is not Molly’s fault. She just got used to doing her business inside the house because during the first week we had her, we were just so relieved that she finally started having regular bowel movement (because it meant she was eating) that we really didn’t care where she went. As you all know very well, habits are easy to form and hard to break. So now she thinks outside is for play and inside is for potty.
I’m tired of picking up poo and cleaning up after her. At first the poo was just really small and, though pungent, kind of cute. Now that she has grown bigger, her poo has gotten bigger (she’s now 4 lbs 3 oz, according to her weigh-in at the vet yesterday) also and it’s stench is not just putrid, it’s aggravating. Despite this however, I cannot get myself to be angry at her. All I can do is say “No, no, no!” and just keep picking up poo. I just keep hoping that she’s get it one of these days without us having to spank her. I think that’s just mean.
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Little Joeys
Posted on May 21, 2006 by Ching under Babies.
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Did I mention that I’m going to be a grandmother soon?
Ginger and Star both had joeys recently.
They’re still in the pouch nursing so Brian and I haven’t actually seen them. I did see an arm come out of the pouch today, though.
Immediately after that I grabbed my camera to try to get a picture of the babies. No such luck. You can kind of see something in this picture, but it’s not that great of a shot.
Anyway, I’m looking forward to seeing the joeys when they first emerge from the pouch. Joeys are the most adorable little critters. We won’t be keeping this litter very long, though, as all the joeys have already been spoken for (sorry, we’re not selling our joeys; if you’d like to buy some, please visit Moonlit Gliders and Sara will take care of you).
We are giving two to Gina, one of our poker buddies, and then the other two to Sara and Jeremy. Gina and her mom actually asked me about the joeys while we were at poker on Friday. I told them that they weren’t ready yet. I think they’ll probably be ready to go in two or three months. I’m not sure since this is our first litter.
Once the joeys come out, we’ll take pictures and share them with you guys. Stay tuned.
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Chronicles of Narnia
Posted on May 20, 2006 by Ching under Life, Memes, Movies.
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Brian and I just finished watching The Chronicles of Narnia. It’s a great adventure movie! I had to keep from crying a couple of times. Anyway, if you haven’t seen it yet you really should.
Speaking of chronicles, testimonials from friends are a great way to chronicle life experiences. Sometimes I look back at the 28 years that I’ve lived this life and I am amazed at all the transformations I’ve undergone.Â
You all know I’ve participated in the online social networking thing since before it was cool. I think Friendster started it all, and I’ve been on their site since early 2003. I’ve pretty much neglected my Friendster page until recently when I’ve decided to rejuvenate it by adding pictures of our babies and trying to reconnect with old schoolmates.Â
Anyway, I thought I would share some of my old testimonials with you all so you’ll gain a better insight to my personality and how I’ve evolved over the years.
I’ve known Ching since 1st grade and she hasn’t changed much… height wise! hahaha… Though we haven’t seen each other for sooooo long we still keep in touch and all I can say is that she’s still the same person that she was back then… bubbly, energetic, thoughtful and gorgeous! =) [from Lea]
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Surviving the GMAT
Posted on May 20, 2006 by Ching under School.
GMAT is finally done! I took it this morning and managed to score a 600 with very minimal preparation. Minimal as in, I didn’t study at all. I just took two practice tests. That’s all I did.
Eat your heart out, Chad! That’s for making worry and stress over a stupid test!
I guess I could say that if I had the luxury of time (which I didn’t because the application deadline for fall is June 1st) I would’ve studied for the test for the recommended four weeks — but who wants to do that? Even if I had the time, I don’t think I would’ve. So I think I was better of rushing to get the test scheduled and out of the way.
Anyway, the only thing left on my grad school admission to do list is to write my personal goals statement essay. You all know what that will be about — world domination, of course! Did you expect anything less?
Once I get my essay completed (shouldn’t be too tough as I am an accomplished marathon blogger with years of experience — ask Mr. Duncan), I just need to mail it, along with the most recent version of my resume, to the grad school and I am set.
Well, the hard part comes next. Looking for money to fund my grad school education. They say the GMAT is challenging, but looking for a benefactor who will pay your way — that’s definitely tougher!
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On Graduating with Honors
Posted on May 17, 2006 by Ching under School.
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I had no idea. I wish I would’ve known. I could’ve bought an honors cord and everything. The lady at the bookstore tried to sell one to me when I bought my graduation regalia. I declined because I didn’t think I would be able to graduate with honors because of my CS 300 class which I was failing in. I didn’t realize that they were going to use grades as of fall.
So anyway, I don’t have a cord for pictures. What a shame! I could’ve even used the one I had for my high school graduation. It looks exactly identical to our old 4.0 honor cords.
Of course, it’s been ten years. Mom has probably tossed it. Incidentally, I left my graduation regalia at her house. I made her promise not to throw it away because I will need it again in a couple of years when I finish my masters. Besides, Jen may be able to use it too. So one of us will be able to use it.
Oh, the funny thing is Justin didn’t even know I made Cum Laude. When they asked those graduating Cum Laude to stand and I stood up he made at face at me as if to say, “What are you doing? You didn’t graduate with honors. You don’t even have an honor cord!”
I just stuck my tongue out at him. My name is on the list, dammit! So I’m standing up to get the proper recognition. LOL!
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