4.21.13

My dad, sister, niece, and I went to a seafood buffet for lunch. It was the one we always go to. They have Teppanyaki, sushi, lobster and crab legs, among other things. The best part was the chocolate fountain. I made around six chocolate-covered strawberries. So good! :) 

After that, my sister invited me to go to a bonfire later that night at Huntington Beach. I believe it was my first time there! I can never say no to a bonfire and making delicious, hot "schmoes." It was Denise's first time trying a smore too! We bought the firewood and smore ingredients on the way. It was a mission to start the fire because my sister was using a lighter instead of matches, so the wind kept blowing the fire out. It was a chilly night, which made the fire's warmth that much more satisfying. We went to the shoreline, and I was definitely inspired to add night swimming to my summer bucket list. The only problem will be that my body doesn't get accustomed to the cold water that easily. 

We played the song game from Pitch Perfect while roasting marshmallows until it was time to leave. On the short drive home, Phoenix's "Entertainment" played on the radio, a perfect ending to a blissful day.

Remnants of the day: 

Thanks for reading.

Love,

Michelle

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Note to Self 0.01

• Never try to recreate a memory. You will spend your time comparing it to the original. It's better to do something completely new.
• Focus on the basics first like your health and well-being, your happiness, and your passions. Focus on the basics and everything else will follow. 
• Drown yourself in good music, good books, good movies, and good company. Your life will be tremendously better.
• Sometimes it's just about being present and showing up on time. 
• Break up goals into mini-goals, so you're not overwhelmed by what you have to accomplish.
• Everyday, do something good for your soul. Read a well-written passage from a book that incites your imagination. Replay your favorite song. 
• Plan something to be excited about.
• Write to your loved ones. It's something tangible that they can keep and treasure forever. 
• Have long conversations with friends that leave your mind at ease. 
• Notice other people's presence. Maybe they want to talk to you too, but you're both too shy to engage in a conversation. 

I'm always striving to be better, so those have been the recent notes to myself. Thanks for reading.

Love,

Michelle

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Hello readers,
My name is Michelle, I'm 20 years old and a college student living in Southern California. Welcome to my blog. I would be lying if I said this was my first attempt at a blog. I've always wanted to run a blog consistently with thoughtful reflections about what is going on in my life. It's also really fun to write and cool to look back on. This is my second shot! I will try to be as candid as possible, in showing you aspects of my personal life. I'll post pictures of the people I've met and the places I've seen.

While I can't promise updates every single day, I promise that each post includes a little part of myself to share with you all. Each post will be me doing something that I am in love with--writing!

I just turned 20 and I turn to this quote that always resonated with me in my late teens. "Your 20’s are your ‘selfish’ years. It’s a decade to immerse yourself in every single thing possible. Be selfish with your time, and all the aspects of you. Tinker with shit, travel, explore, love a lot, love a little, and never touch the ground." 

I stand by that philosophy and hope it is reflected in the posts to come! I am incredibly excited and I hope you will join in this journey with me.

Love,

Michelle 

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