Last morning in New York feels like bleh

Perhaps I posted this prior? Who knows, but here are my sentiments again.

In every relationship, there’s always one who gives more than the other. I’m one to always wear his heart on his sleeve. That’s probably my greatest weakness in this whole Love Game. I’m not looking to get my heart broken again, yet at the same time I understand that without doing so, I can’t expect to grow.

Lee and Lee Apartment Review

I’m saving my old reviews here because Melissa Yao, Apartment Manager, has solicited me to remove them off of Yelp in exchange for a free four days rent. However, I do not want to lose these truthful and accurate reviews.

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4/16/2010
I still live here. So I can’t possibly hate it THAT bad, but I’m definitely not loving my experience here either. I was first attracted to the place because of the free internet and proximity to campus. Even checking out the place, although it was run down, it was spacious and bright so I decided to move in.

The property manager has been pretty helpful but aloof in most situations to things that don’t directly concern her. I sent her an issue about my water bill being so high, I thought I had a leak in my apartment somewhere. She was very unhelpful, although she did reply to me very fast. I think most of the problems and complaints from this apartment stem from her. But…I think she tries…bless her for trying…

Aside from that, the free internet is slow and doesn’t work unless you are at a specific spot in your apartment. It’s pretty quiet so you won’t get a lot of loud drunkeys in the middle of the night. And the rent is pretty cheap for what you get. Overall, I would recommend moving in here, but make sure you don’t get a shatty apartment because each unit is different. Make sure you affirm yourself and take no shii when signing your lease. REMEMBER YOU’RE THE RESIDENT, YOU’RE THE BOSS and you’ll be okay.

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5/21/2010
A saving grace about this place is Gary, the maintenance guy. He’s extremely nice, helpful, and returns your calls. Just recently, I sent an email about a bug problem which I didn’t expect to get resolved easily. I studied my old law book in preparation for a battle, but then he helped me clean my apartment – offered to let me borrow his extreme power vacuum whenever I needed it – and even offered to bug bomb the place if I wanted.

I felt compelled to update my rating because of this experience although the apartment complex rating itself doesn’t change.

*** UPDATE 3/24/11:
I just received a call from the apartment manager to make me clarify that ‘no’ the apartment complex does not have a bug problem. But, fact of the matter was, I woke up with bug bites all over my arms so I wanted help with a thorough cleaning of my room. Gary was willing to help me and he was incredibly nice in doing so.

Take this update for what you will. Take the 3-4 other reviews that were here but have been deleted for what you will. Take my OPINIONS for what you will, whether it deter you in moving in this place or not ~ I mean, I’m still living here so something must be worth staying for.

*** UPDATE 40 MINUTES LATER
I was just contacted AGAIN to specify that after a week and a half, the bug bites dissipated, and now I am living in a wonderful living environment that I would recommend to all my friends and family – yay – extreme sarcasm! Beware the apartment manager whose name begins with an ‘M’ and ends with an ‘ellisa’.

This website kicks ass

Reminder to self, when I can afford these things again: www.thetiebar.com

Remember:

True success is not possible without failure.

Be open to failure.

Again, this is reaffirming:
It’s not the height of your logic, but the depth of your conviction.

Antagonized

Blinded by rage and losing my sanity.
How do I let others affect my emotions so much?
I don’t want to be angry, but people (one person) always pushes me to the brink.

In the grander scheme of things, perhaps I’m being tested by the powers that be.
If I can survive this. Imagine what else I can overcome.

Note for new portfolio

This is just a note to myself that I am on the brink of revamping my entire portfolio. Dear gawd it must be done. The work in there now is atrocious haha.

+ Verizon KCON
+ Verizon Fashion / Comcast Treat Yourself
+ SPU Mapes
+ Spec from class
+ Spec from class

Epiphany before bedtime

Never burn bridges, especially when you’re young.

But when you become rich and powerful, feel free to go back to your blacklist then crush some skulls.

To Record a Moment of Calmness

As May goes on and things slowly get checked off my to-do list, I’m beginning to regain my sanity.

Once again life is getting a bit more enjoyable and bigger pictures are clearer to see. This euphoria and calmness could all just be because of the warm weather we’ve been having lately, but no matter, I’ll try and savor it nonetheless.

I enjoy seeing the change of pace for Seattleites. We see people dressing differently. Their moods shift. As I look out my window, I’m seeing people sit on their apartment steps and chatting out in the breeze. That’s what life should be like. We ought to live and enjoy being outside more often. Ah – how I’ve grown Northwesty.

Random Mental Vomit in April

Haven’t written in a while and figured now would be a good a time as any.

The sun is out on a beautiful Saturday morning, and I’m sitting here in front of my windowsill attempting to get a tan. Haha. I feel inspired to go out and get some productive reading or writing done. Which is a good thing. I haven’t been inspired to do much lately. Work has been a drudge. Coworkers are difficult to work with, and I’m left in between a rock and a hard place. No matter what I do, I just can’t win. Though I’ve accepted it. All I can do is wait it out and then begin my job search anew.

I’ve also been taking classes at the School of Visual Concepts. I’m learning a lot about the ad world both in writing, art, and potential career paths. My knowledge about this industry has grown to surpass many of my peers, even those at work. That’s why I’m also feeling a little stifled. Like I’ve reached my ceiling but cannot excel any further. It’s time to move on.

Work aside, my social life has been alright. I’ve been taking a lot of trips to Vancouver lately. Love that place. Although the more I visit, I realize that I wouldn’t want to live there either. I’m in need of a lot more adventure (ie. New York). It’s a scary leap. Who would want to leave the security, established friendships, and a stable income to chase a dream. Romantic notions that almost always never pan out. However, I realize one can’t hope to win big without throwing in a lot of chips.

On the fun side, I’ve advanced quite a bit in my snowboarding this year. Love it. Seven years later and Paul Boupha finally can keep up with some of the big boys. Haha. Thankful for that.

Spring / Summer is approaching and I’m ready for a new wardrobe. Going to shop soon. It’s all about colors, colors, colors to reflect my personality. White and black are cool for Vegas but no longer for me. Symbolic? Perhaps.

Nothing else to update. I just hope to maintain the energy to write more and write better. I also pray for the patience to wait out a lot of the storm (professionally) in hopes of soon embarking on bigger and better adventures.

Remember:

Learn not to depend on others.
They’ll only let you down.
You can do anything on your own.