P90X - Day 2

Although I did the first day workout - Back/Chest (1/2) and the Ab Ripper X, it was my second day of work. The Ab Ripper X really worked my core and my lower back. After a fatiguing workout in Ab Ripper X, I did about half of the Back/Chest Modified workout.

I think if I keep going and doing most of the workouts, I'll be able to get myself in good shape by the summer/Hawaii :) Hooraaaaaayyy!

P90X - Day 1

I got my package in the mail. What a day to get a present :)

I assembled my bar (will hoist it in my doorway tomorrow because it was too late to screw it in).

I completed my first workout, the UML, however, I don't believe that was suppose to be the workout. Talk about 40 minutes of torture ... guess CXC will be pretty tough this summer :)

Yay! I already feel like I worked out. Go me!!

It's Official

My degree was posted today and I am officially a master debater :) ... aka an MUN teacher with a masters :) .... I graduated with a 3.96 GPA and 907/900 in my final class in sport psychology! Thank you to everyone for supporting me along the way!! :) Now it's time to celebrate! GO SUNS!!! 2-2! YAHOO!!

Nervous? Busy? Relaxed? Excited?

I'm a mixed ball of emotions as I think of what I missed, what I'm missing, and what I refuse to miss. There are many things on tap for this week, yet, it's a relatively like week for me. Although I want to finish editing this week, I still have about three days after the weekend to finish, thus, I feel as if I am in pretty good shape. I am beginning to lay out plans for a few things and hopefully they will pan out as planned, however, if they don't ... well let's not think about that. I'm hoping that everything will fall into place for what I am working on, what I am hoping for, and what I am planning. If all goes well, I will be a happy camper this summer ...

The Key

i searched and searched for the key
checking all around
in my pockets and my bag
yet the right key could not be found

while keys that looked so similar
may have passed as the one
i realized at that moment
that my search had just begun

maybe the perfect key
was underneath my nose all along
in my possession for so many days
yet i had simply assumed that it was wrong

as i searched through all i had
and all that i had come across
i almost gave up my search this day
as i felt like i was at a loss

yet i kept up on my journey
as i hoped i could find my key
i'll keep on this adventure
until i find the key that was meant for me

one day that key will be discovered
the one that is the perfect fit
opening a new door of opportunities
and a new life that comes with it

so as we each search for our key
let's not feel all hope is gone
as if you keep on searching
you'll be sure to fine that one

to unlock all the magic and joy
that are locked so deep within
so let me find this special key of mine
so that my new life can begin

jason
5/21/10, 12:25am

Kiwami - Enomoto Style!

I went out to eat at my friend's restaurant, Kiwami's in Studio City with Jenn! The restaurant is part of the Katsu-ya chain and was so delicious! Imagine eating very little rice with a meal of various sashimis, etc! That's the way to do it! In any case, we sat right in from of Jason Enomoto who was busy working the night away and who prepared one of the most fabulous meals I've ever eaten! I did not want this night to end! The Grey's Anatomy season finale ended the night before the drive home :) Fabulous!

whitefish kumquat carpaccio

The live soft shell crab was too good to take a picture of!

Life is not complete without Poki :)

Truffles :)


Raku Mori: Seared tuna w/ Japanese salsa, Yellowtail jalapeno, Albacore
sashimi, kanpachi w/ mustard ponzu, Crab & avocado wrapped
w/ halibut, Crispy rice w/ spicy tuna, and Baked crab hand roll

Green Tea Pudding

Prom 2010

Prom 2010 at the Globe Theatre at Universal Studios in Hollywood, CA was excellent! The food was tasty, the desserts amazing, the music/entertaining exciting, and of course the site was spectacular! All the students were dressed to impressed! Check out the rest of the pictures at: http://wutanabe5.smugmug.com/School/Dances/PROM2010/12206258_Ls6Bu#869092328_noazd ... The prom queen was Christine Yun and the prom king was Kareem Hammoud! Thanks to all those who helped organize the event and all those who attended!

Let's Dance!

I've reach the end of this newest journey. It's time for a new one. So let's get up off of our feet and celebrate! Let's Dance! :)

Thank you very much for all those who supported me along the way!


let's dance

i want to stand up
scream and jump around
to use this pent up energy
to get me off the ground

to move my legs
and shake my arms
it's just a celebration
don't be alarmed

as it's time to dance
this very day
to let our troubles
be sent away

to move that energy
from limb to limb
so let's not wait any longer
let the celebration begin

there's no one style
that will exist
just a few styles
that seem to persist

so don't worry about
what others may say
express yourself
in your own way

just dance today
just dance tonight
it'll make this feel
oh so right

express yourself
let your body speak
so let it all go
say goodbye to the meek

let's dance right now
in any style you decide
to make the most of these moments
on this truly magical ride

The Four Dishes

I cooked four dishes Monday evening ...
Sticky Icky South
Short Rib Tacos
Snake in the Grass
The Plate :)

For a Reason

for a reason

today you did not get the job
nor did you get that raise
no one around you is cheering you on
nor are they welcoming you with praise

you dropped the ball at an important time
the store closed five minutes ago
you stepped in a puddle on your walk
and you forgot your tickets to the show

while all these things may seem so wrong
as if life was spiraling down
you must find that voice deep inside
that says, "get up off of that ground"

as the weather may be gloomy
maybe you've been directed the wrong way
all these things happen for a reason
and you'll find out why one day

maybe the bus you missed allows you
to meet someone you havent' seen in so long
or maybe you come across a hole in the wall
because you original directions were wrong

maybe that job you did not receive
was the job you would have hated instead
yet just know that when all feels so wrong
you must still get up out of your bed

as the day is awaiting for you to come out
as each moment has a reason to occur
as the answers of the reason behind them
will be provided to those who endure

so keep that hop in your step
take each day with a positive stride
as you have many reasons to smile
while on life's amazing, adventurous ride

jason :)
5/10/10, 10:02pm

Snake in the Grass

I tried my version of the Kogi Truck's Snake in the Grass. With a few adjustments, I made it almost the same, except for the fact that I got too hungry and overfilled my burrito so it ended up being a burrito bowl rather than a burrito. Delicious, however! Tonight, Kogi Tacos and Sticky Icky South! I'm glad I bought too much short rib :)

The Sky's The Limit

Page of My Book - Now & Then

the sky's the limit

look up, not down
although your feet are off the ground
the sky's the limit for you
as your potential you have found

you've discovered what i've known
since the day that we first met
as you have an incredible aura
that no one could forget

you amaze in ways no other could match
with the riches of the earth
and i'll be soaring by your side
to assist, for whatever that is worth

so look towards the heavens, seek the place
you've only dreamed you'd go one day
because now you've found the wings to fly
to carry you on your way

have confidence that you can do this
as you've had this gift all along
as it will only be those holding you back
that will tell you that i am wrong

the skies are waiting, my dear friend
for an angel to join their flight
as soon you will discover
that everything will be alright

so take that leap of faith
as you'll find that you will soar
to the greatest heights you'll ever know
grounded you'll be, nevermore

find the destiny that awaits you
that only few will ever be lucky enough to explore
as hundreds of new adventures await
a new experience at every door

so prepare yourself for flight today
as they skies, they're calling your name
today the heavens and the earth
will both never be the same

so seek the greatest heights you can find
trust your soul to guide the way
as greatness is what awaits you
as the sky's the limit for you today

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Mother's Day BBQ :)

Today was mother's day and as usual, it was time to cook! I asked my mom what she wanted for dinner and the first thing that popped out was Korean BBQ. While I know what we have is not typical "Korean BBQ," or at least I don't think it is, we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner and so did JD and Max :) ... Here is the production from beginning to end!