California Academy of Science

Today me and my family visited the California Academy of Science.

There was a dome with a rainforest simulation inside. Within it, the temperature is high, with native plants, birds and insects everywhere. Butterflies flitted precariously close to humans, and colorful birds caught the eyes of many tourists. At the bottom, a lake is full of sleek fishes.

Later, we entered the aquarium. Inside were the 'hidden treasures' of the deep.

Cross Country Training

The first hints of school has already begun: orientation, buying school supplies, getting our schedule... I have mixed feelings. I know I will lose my freedom and stress-free days as summer ends, but with the start of high school, there will be many new experiences.

I joined the cross-country club of my school. There are meets every day after school, and the running demands effort and time. Am I ready for the commitment?

Sunset at Oregon

This was drawn from my memory of Oregon from my trip there a few weeks ago.

Piano by the Window Excerpt

Pale fingers dance across the ivory keys against the dark, chocolate wood. A song pours out of the open back, sliding down the piano legs, and crawling against the floor. The whole house is filled with the melancholic tune.

The world is silent except for the single song, as if the song had become the world.

A/N: A small drabble I wrote the other day about playing piano. Will it become a story...?

Back From Oregon

What we did there:

1. Crabbing: Excitement and aches that have no match.

2. Horseback Riding: A jarring yet pleasant experience.

3. Shopping: Fun, yet not without its monetary woes.

4. Beaches: Sand, wind, fog and water all in one!

5. Driving: A long ride I hope to never repeat.

6. Camera: I lost my camera at Lost Creek Beach. Oh, the irony. >.>

7. Anger Management Issues: Everyone’s got them.

8. Sleep: Snoring, turning, a not-so-good night’s sleep.

9. And lots of other stuff!

But it was a fun experience and I would love to go back!

Some pictures:

A bridge, somewhere.

We went to a Japanese garden. :]


One of the many beaches we stopped at.