I Hope to Never Lose My Excitement
The older you get, the more you know. The more you know, the smarter you are about the world and your place in it. It’s easy to become dissuaded about […]
Tag Archives: Dreams
Fleetwood Mac goes “On with the Show”
There’s a reason why a band like Fleetwood Mac has been able to persist throughout the decades. Whether you’re drawn to Stevie Nicks, wrapped in her silk shawl or tambourine in […]
Why I decided to leave my small town
“You were always the best,” my teacher laughed to another. “I never had to worry about you.” She then mentioned how API (Asian-Pacific Islander Club) has never been the same since […]
Now here we go again, with Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” (Cover by Rachel & Giann)
Now here we go again, talking dreams while time is making us bolder and children are getting older… It’s been a long time coming for the both of us–her staying […]
To Live A Happy Life, Date Yourself First
I’ve always believed that alone time is valuable time. There is a big difference between being “lonely” and being “alone,” as the first dictates a need for companionship and the […]
productivity
I think I may be addicted to work. I spent an entire year on board to produce a show and used that momentum to keep going to concerts and establishing […]
My “Lost Stars” from “Begin Again” Acoustic Guitar Instrumental Cover + Chords + Tutorial
Because I’ve been able to spend some time away from this song and really capture the right chords and spirit (as inspired by Adam Levine’s version). But, it’s strange how, […]
A happy-go-lucky girl
I caught myself earlier this week saying to myself, “I need to find something to do. I need to keep myself busy.” Image Source: YouQueen, “Activate Your Passion with a Hobby” […]
3 Concerts, 3 Weeks: Finding yourself in music (Kina, Dia, Jimmy)
These past few days have left me feeling a little uneasy. Why? I’m not entirely sure. For the past three weeks, I’ve been going from concert to concert. And, maybe […]
Response to Meg on Accepting Accomplishments and Your Own Story (of Meg & Dia, Chandler the Robot)
Meg of Chandler the Robot has written some very insightful, honest, thought-provoking posts on life, growth, and all of the trivial struggles and accomplishments we go through in it. I […]
Kina Grannis let the fire out and created sentimental space in the Troubadour: “Elements” album release and kick-off tour
When you love something that much, it’s hard to get it off your mind. And when you find something that just fits with you and sticks, you’ve got every reason to keep that alive in […]
When You Put Yourself Out There, What is to Come of Yourself: Art, Dance, Music, Culture
It is so strange to go from a moment of complete joy to only be plunged back into a multitude of responsibilities that have been riding down your back. It’s […]
Why I Write: Blogs and the Path of Meaning
There are people who come to me and ask how I feel so compelled to write all the time. I always find it a little crazy they would ask something […]
Because “Even In The Dark,” Company of Thieves and Daryl Hall bring Love (Live & Acoustic)
Company of Thieves with Daryl Hall (Hall & Oates) – Even In The Dark (Live at Daryl’s House, Episode 15) Because it’s been a while since I’ve felt this way. […]
Growing Up: As I once dreamed of music, I am now learning to love myself
It’s strange. For some time now, I’ve been realizing how distant my personal connection to music has been becoming. It’s not that I feel more or less strongly about music, or […]
beauty within 