Our Love Story Begins Today

Another sign of a better time occurred today. Wedding reception at Happy Garden. I personally dislike weddings, but it’s nice to be able to go to one as if nothing happened, even if it just for a moment. Sometimes it’s nice to be able to unplug and take a break from the present. I think it helps you appreciate the present more. Maybe we should take more breaks. But I will never take a break from ATEN!!!

It’s good that you have that engraved on your ring. That way you will always remember what you mean to me. Remember what Melissa and Jennifer told you at dinner all those years ago? It hasn’t changed. Even though sometimes you can be very frustrating, my life is still better by having you in it. But don’t get me wrong, I still want to win the lottery too. I hope you know that it won’t change our relationship. Em is officially #1. Everything else is secondary. TTQD!!!

There was a fully upstairs in the pink room. I tried to kill it, but I think I missed and I didn’t see a body. Now I just saw another fly (could be same one) in kitchen. Sigh.  Anyhow, it’ll eventually die on its own if we don’t kill it first. Hope you’re doing well at work. I know how much you like OT so I hope you get it today even if it means a you won’t see JV. I am getting up at 4AM tomorrow. Awww. ⛳️ ATEN!! Uyen, not golf.

I was on my way to get gas at Costco, since my wife left my tank and her own tank less than full…I always debate which Costco to go to between Elk Grove and South Sac. I believe South Sac is actually a little closer. When I went to turn left out of the neighborhood, a police car was blocking that option so I turned around to go towards Elk Grove and then there was traffic so I tried to turn on Waterman, but it was blocked off. Not sure why God wanted me to go to Elk Grove… Gas was exactly $53.00. Got boba ice cream and fish waffle with custard. Maybe we can eat that for dessert tomorrow. Maybe that was God’s plan. Anyhow, sometimes as hard as we try we can’t fight God’s plan. But that shouldn’t be mistaken for making our own plan and calling it God’s plan… TTQD!!

I think sometimes we’re just glad things are done and the results are secondary. I feel like the carpet, grout, couch is one of those things. It just goes to show you that not everyone’s experience is the same and everything is somewhat relative. I’m not super impressed with the cleaners today, but hopefully everything is clean. That’s we can ask for. It’s really good that we’re both clean people so maintaining and cleaning shouldn’t be a crazy task. I take some comfort in the fact that others have recommended this person, so there’s that. But at the end, it’s one more thing checked off our list and we’re moving forward together. That’s what’s most important to me. TTQD!!!

If anyone were to ask me about EC, I’d always respond that she’s a trier. Sometimes you try harder than others, but I don’t think I can ever doubt your willingness to try. When I say try I mean effort, not food. Because there’s a lot of food you won’t try. Anyhow, the reason I brought up trying is because that’s one thing I do appreciate. That for the most part, you try. On a side note, I was thinking that I often get emotional in the moment, but then I come to my senses. So please try to be patient with me. Thanks. I saved half my food in case you want it. Unfortunately, the milk tea did not last the ride home. BBQD!!!

Scraped car this morning. Makes me appreciate not having fancy new car, but reminds me that I should still be careful and not be reckless. I then went home and watched some Joel Olsteen. Good ol’ Joel always has God advice. Live in the present. Let the past go. Don’t overly focus on the future. Can you see two of my favorite things in the bowl? Noodles and EC’s love in the form of pork. Tasty combination. Would definitely recommend. TTQD!!

Man, what a day. Golf, food, finished with milk tea. Besides the heat, there really wasn’t much to complain about.  There’s still a few hours before tomorrow so there’s time for things to happen, but here’s hoping nothing does. If only all days could be like today with a few minor tweaks. Cheers to more todays for tomorrows. TTQD!!!

We are very fortunate to have good friends and family to support us. It was a pleasant surprise to see TJ and Joann today. Glad you had a good time. It’s nice to have so many people to help guide and support us on our journey together. ATEN!!!

Phil, the pest guy, told me that we should expect to see pest start coming out now that he treated the house. Hopefully they’re all on the outside and not the inside. Anyhow I pulled into the garage today and saw a few critters (dead/dying). So I went around the outside of the house (triggered the alarm, but it doesn’t make noise outside?) and I swept up all these critters. After I took this picture I actually found another roach and 2 wasps. I hope this is the beginning of the end for pests around our home (your house…). TLG!!!

Things are getting done, but there’s so much left to do. It may be the wrong way to look at it, but since the wedding I feel like everything is gonna be easier compared. It looks clean, but if I keep vacuuming, I’ll keep picking up stuff. Wonder how many times before it’s clear. Would you be mad if I broke the vacuum because I vacuumed too much? Anyhow, 3-4 times and there’s still some left. Vacuuming is very therapeutic though. Maid comes tomorrow. Then carpet, couch, and grout. Yah. TTQD!!!

I know you’ll miss your parents, but I’m sure you’re happy they’re out of the house. It’s okay to feel both ways. I like fitting into my suits, but I also like milk tea. 😂  I’m not on my period, but I still got another milk tea. Figured I’d get fatter so I have more weight to lose 😂. Cheers to starting our new lives together. TTQD!!!

Sometimes you just need a milk tea. Can’t believe that Ding Tea is still out of Taro Cheesecream… I think the last time I had this drink I was still at work. So it’s pre-covid. Wait, I think I went there during covid so nevermind, but it still reminds me of the pre-covid times. I kinda understand what people mean by simple life. Sometimes things get better, but they also get more complicated. That’s probably why they say ignorance is bliss. Knowing more just complicates life. But regardless, no matter the time, this drink still tastes great. I did pass on the egg pudding since I’m fat. TLG!!!

It’s been a so so Sunday. Didn’t get too much done today, but people often say if you don’t feel you wasted your Sunday, you probably didn’t do it right… This is what I believe made the rattling sound on then Civic. I probably shouldn’t have taken it off, but I couldn’t secure it in place (tried duct tape) to prevent the noise. Hopefully it’s not an expensive fix or dangerous driving without it. I’ll have it looked at tomorrow. Until then, still TTQD!!

It’s gonna be another day of driving. At least I kinda got to sleep in, but I still woke up at 530am. It’s 711 now And I’m in bed, but awake. We’re supposed to leave at 9am. Hahahahah, we’ll see. Anyhow, I thought I should probably blog now, rather than when I’m driving at night, but wait, I might have time to while waiting for food later. Pause. I have time now waiting for AP. Can’t remember the last time I put mail in an unsecured mailbox. Hope it gets to you. If not, don’t feel bad. You didn’t miss much. ATEN!!

I’m sorry I forgot Mr. Crab. I remembered in the shower too…anyhow. I’m glad your butt is clean. Sorry about your hemorrhoids.  I hope you’re having nice dreams as you sleep while I’m driving. Sorry about your mom. It’ll be a return to normalcy soon. Actually, it’ll be a new normal. I hope a better than before normal that gets better with each day. Alright I’m gonna focus on driving. TTQD!!!

It’s often bittersweet when good things end. Working from home. Family reunions. All you can eat buffets. But there’s also something underrated and nice about normalcy and routine. I’m sorry you’ll miss your parents, but I’m sure you’re also excited to see them go. I would tell you not to feel guilty, but it’s hard to get you to listen to me when it comes to feelings. But I want you to know it’s okay. I hope you never feel that way about me. Good luck tomorrow. TTQD!! 

Someone stole the garbage bin. Like who does that. I got new neighbors next door so I hope it’s not them (but if it was the old neighbors I would be more suspecting of them). Glasses popped yesterday. I thought I heard it but just discovered today. Minh asked me to take Kimberly to grocery store so I’m currently in parking lot with AC on. Can’t remember the last time I allowed the AC to run while I was parked. Anyhow, I got your almond milk. Wonder what’s for dinner. I also bought some trail mix that was on sale. Hope you have a great day at work. TTQD!

I feel myself getting tired during the day. Right now it’s about 4PM and I’m sleepy…I tried to sleep and then I realized that I messed up some work…FML Don’t say anything, but this haircut is not cute…anyhow I was able to somewhat resolve my error. Even though the mistake was started a few weeks ago, I think it could have been fixed today if I was possibly paying more attention or not. Hopefully it doesn’t happen again. Alright, I finished testing chargers. Gonna tell your parents it’s almost time for dinner. TTYL 👋 

I’m soooo tired, but I can’t sleep in or sleep early. Today Vince said I looked tired. He’s usually pretty perceptive…. I went to see my dad today. He mentioned that there’s an ice chest coming back to California. He was worried it won’t fit in one car. Suggesting I might need to pick up truck. But currently Art volunteered to pick everyone up. I feel bad because the flight is soo late and it’s delayed. I couldn’t really think of anything to write about in the moment so you get blank tape. Sorry. I still thuong you though. Thuong though. 😂 TTQD!!!

Thanks for making my fingers smell stinky. Blog posts always have a photo (except that one time). Sometimes they are idea behind the post. But they’re almost always pictures EC hasn’t seen before. I think I took this, but it didn’t make it to your text or previous post. Ironic, because I’m pooping 👃🏽. Anyhow, I really wanted to reiterate my thanks for your role in the dinner for your friends. As we grow together, I hope we both learn to share the same enthusiasm in things and interests of each other. You have to admit that it’s nice when things excite you and I get excited. As opposed to the opposite. #messi#copa#soccer. TLG!!!

Sometimes I have topics at the beginning of the day. Other times I struggle to find something to write about. I would have wrote about this yesterday, but it didn’t come soon enough.  Life is often good. We are fortunate that it’s more good than not. I didn’t sleep much, but I was worth it to enjoy time with our friends. I hope for more times like this and less times like 😠. I also hope for more 💤. Anyhow, never forget how much I love you. TTQD!! Man, can’t believe I missed a one foot birdie today.

I’ve been watching a lot of videos lately about scammers. It’s soooooo ooooo sad and disheartening. I did hoi once. Lost money there. I wish the world was better, but we can only try to live as examples and hope there will always be more good people than bad. Gotta post before midnight lol. TTQD!

Without moms we wouldn’t be here. But they sure don’t make it easy as they get older. I guess it’s payback because we probably got worse as we grew older too. Funny how life comes full circle… It’s like I appreciate all moms do, but I also wonder if it’s worth it. Like I get that kids bring joy, but are they worth it? Anyhow, I’ve been listening to a lot of other people and their mom problems lately. I got my own. I just pray that we all find a way to move forward in a positive manner. I know that God has a plan and all, but I’m really curious the reason for this part. What I’m not curious about is that I wuv my Em Chu. TTQD!!!

I’m waiting for jerky and package delivery. Your gold came, but mine didn’t until tomorrow. Weird. Anyhow, sometimes life is about waiting and other times it’s about doing. I just ordered some random stuff on woot because I had a coupon. Woohoo. I hope no one steals the ice chest from outside the compound. Do you think we need soda for Friday? Anyhow. It’s been a good week. Did we argue this week? 😂 Anna the buffer comes in a few days. Maid and pest control come the week after next. Lots of waiting, but also some doing. Dinner Friday and show Saturday. Is there mass before show? Are you going to it? Alright, I’m gonna get back to some work and waiting. TTQD!! Also, please don’t post responses to my questions here. I no longer get notification when you comment. I have to make sure I see the notice when I post my next day.

This morning I saw your happiness and excitement when you asked me to kiss you good bye in the garage. I will work towards making sure there are at least 5 of those moments for each not so happy moment. It was back to work today. I also stopped by and Eric made me this Beyond Burger. Now I’m just hiding in the room waiting for you to come home. Hoping game night gets canceled 😂. Ella can babysit our child Eric says. 🤦‍♂️ TTQD!!!

Geez, my mom talks loud. Anyhow, today felt odd. It’s like I was off, but it felt like I wasn’t supposed to be off. Streets had cars as it if was a weekend, but it’s a weekday. Gas line at Costco was busy today… Family isn’t always easy, but when it’s good, it’s great. When it’s bad, it’s horrible. It would also seem that the old adage “distance makes the heart grow fonder” is mor definitely true with family for me. It just takes longer to miss someone if you see them all the time. It’s also hard to appreciate. I had a dream when I napped that you were gonna be home at 6 pm to be a buffer for my mom, but then I realized that wouldn’t be early enough anyways. Life needs good buffers. TLG!!

Today I initially wanted to talk about how I feel like we share different values and practice about time. I also wanted to talk about how I often feel like I’m made out to be the “bad guy” when all I’m doing is reacting to an injustices. If I didn’t make a few notes, I would have forgotten it all because of: Thanks for always trying to include and make my mom happy. I know how difficult it is for me so I appreciate you for doing that. My family does too. We’ll just leave it at that. I had to make sure I posted this before I forgot or something else happened. Positive sentiment override. That’s at least 2 to 1.  Thanks for being part of our family. TTQD!!!

Today was a good day. Golf, bbh, milktea and there was more: Saw an old friend. Revisited an old stomping ground. Had some uncomfortable moments today working on our couples communication, but all in all, it was a good day. So good and busy that I’m gonna send this post through a time warp. TLG!!!

Sigh…but hey, every cloud has a silver lining. I know our debates get heated, but I want you to know I really only get this way because I care. It’s not out of malice or spite. I hope you know I do love you very much. I understand that we are great people individually, but that doesn’t meet we’re great people together. I am really trying to though. I want us to be great people together. Better together than apart. ATEN!

TD has left the building. It’s gonna be an interesting 8 days without a buffer in the Do House. I hope that the buffer is between your parents and you, but I also realize that it’s nice to have a buffer between us too. I had my first session with Dr. My Linh Vo. No, I didn’t choose her. She was randomly assigned to me. Unfortunately, she did not believe that drugs were the answer, but did give me some things to follow up on. I think Team Uyen-D will be okay. TTQD!!