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So dinner with my uncle didn’t go as greatly as planned. We couldn’t get a hold of some people and the next thing I knew, it was 8:30 pm and I was starving. So I told everyone that we needed to decide or else I will die of hunger. [I realize that I am surrounded by a lot of people that are really indecisive when it comes to making plans and social outings. It works out in the end, but sometimes it is frustrating, such as this case.] So my family ventured to Monterey Park, where all of the good Asian restaurants were, and ate at Garden Café. I had never been, but my siblings were regulars and they had the best sizzling beef udon. It sounds weird, but it’s fabulous. It really was a great Chinese restaurant and it's open very very late.

My visits home have become less frequent and I do feel bad for not going more often. It’s a bit comforting there because nothing really changes. My grandma is always slightly sick, but nothing too bad to worry about. She watches basketball now. So weird to me. She follows the Sacramento Kings, as do the rest of my family. I guess it didn’t surprise me too much, being that she is the same lady that watched professional wrestling while I was growing up in the 80s. My dad is still stubborn at times and refuses to use his walking cane in public, even though his arthritic knee is in pain. My sister, Nak, is always fixated on something when I am there. This time, it was her upcoming trip to Mexico City and a new boy that she met. Nat is always indifferent about pretty much everything and seems to be doing fine. My brother, Pheap, is still addicted to coffee and is always up for conversation as long as I buy him a cup. We still wrestle all of the time and he can always do the sleeper hold on me. He is rather skillful at that and you would think that I would learn how to get out of it by now. He schooled me on classical jazz favorites. We went to the Cerritos mall and we commented on how much it reminded us of the malls in Modesto and Stockton. So sad. We moved so far away and yet things are the same and there is still not much to do. I was able to see all of the photos that my dad and Nat took during their recent trip to Cambodia. It looked lovely and my dad’s family seems to be doing rather well for themselves. I was worried that weren’t, but luckily they have tons of land and beautiful houses all over Phnom Penh. My sister had a traditional Cambodian outfit tailored for me. Its turquoise and gold and I think I’m going to wear it to my cousin’s wedding. I am excited. I do want to go to Cambodia very soon.

It’s weird. I realized that I purposely don’t put pictures of my family members on here or talk about them much. I guess I am protecting them in a lot of ways. But I am still going to keep things the way that they are. And plus, if you know me well enough, you can always come over and I can show you tons of embarrassing family pictures. Yay!

Anyway, after I came back from home on Sunday night, Josh and I went to Aussie’s place for her annual birthday potluck. She made yummy shrimp fajitas and enchiladas. It was really fun and it was so nice to see her again. Josh was finally able to meet Matt and Ray. They are really cool guys and I knew that they would get along with Josh really well. We played a few games of Mafia and then just chatted some more. It was a great night and fun times were had by all. I think that Josh will be collaborating with the guys in an upcoming project. So cool!

Today was really busy at work, as usual for a Monday. I didn’t get much done on the weekend and my apartment is a mess after the film shoot. I didn't sleep very well because I am not used to the new sheets, even though it is so soft, and I guess my mind didn't like having the bed in a different part of the bedroom. Josh didn't sleep very well either, so I think that we will have to move it back to where it was originally. In any case, all I can think about is the interview tomorrow. It can change my life in so many ways. Or it will not. I am nervous, which is very typical for me. But I am going to try my best and hope for the best. I’m a firm believer of the phrase, “Everything happens for a reason.” Roni has been a believer in that motto ever since I have known her and it’s rubbing off on me. In any case, I still remain hopeful and positive, no matter what the outcome is.

S&TC quote of the day:
“The most important thing in life is your family. There are days you love them, and others you don't, but in the end they're the people you always come home to.” – Carrie (Season 2 – Shortcomings)