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so much to do

It’s been a long time since I last wrote an entry. A lot has happened and a lot is still happening. I’ve started my very first full-time position as an occupational therapist and it’s been so much fun! I’m also excited about getting a real paycheck twice per month! On top of the new job, I’ve been planning our wedding and it has been a whirlwind…so many things to think of. In addition, I’m supposed to be studying for the big OT exam!! It’s kinda scary to think that all the money and time spent will all come down to this one exam. I can’t wait to finally have my “R”.

all grown up

Well, this is it. My last day as a student is this Friday. What am I feeling? I’m excited about having a job that pays! I’m anxious about taking the boards. I’m sad to still be apart from Jes indefinitely. I’m thankful for getting my new job so easily. I’m happy to have found a job that I will enjoy. This is a another big milestone that I’m trying to grasp and savor while I can. Times like these don’t come very often and it’s a good time to reflect on what you’ve accomplished and where you are headed next. Gosh, to think that I’ll have health insurance and my first 401(k)! I feel so grown up even though I’ll still be living with the parents. *sigh*

I’ve got a wedding to plan! It hasn’t been easy so far and I’ve barely gotten started! The girls took me dress shopping on Saturday and it was so much fun! Their dresses are so pretty but very expensive. Although, I did find a couple that were reasonably priced. The consultant was a real b*tch but it just made the day even more memorable. So far, the best part about planning a wedding is that it’s a good excuse to hang out with all your girlfriends and be kinda “girly” for once. That’s fun.

It’s officially snowing season and I’m soooo ready to hit the slopes! We’re going on a 5-day trip to Tahoe this season and it’s going to be lots of fun!! Can’t wait can’t wait!!! Christmas is also very soon. There’s going to be another party/gift exchange and it’s at Dayantha’s this year. That should be nice. I love Christmas…

need money, need job

It’s raining today!! It’s also snowing in Tahoe finally! This is a sign that winter is almost here, which also means that I’m almost done with my internship! I can’t wait to be making some real money!

Speaking of…I started applying for jobs. On Friday, I had my first interview. It was actually with CHLA, where I’m working now as an intern. If I get this job I’ll have such a great opportunity to train, learn, and grow as a therapist! There are so many brains to pick and so many resources to refer to. I spent my day off calling, writing letters, reviewing my resume, and faxing everything to each potential employer. What a hectic day…kinda stressful too. The other thing that I have to consider is where I’m going to be and where Jes will be. I was looking forward to being with him again after 6 months at home but this plan may have to be postponed once more. You’d think that we were used to being apart but it seems to get harder and harder.

Anyway, wedding plans are sort of coming along. The wedding date has been set for October 12, 2002. The ceremony will take place at Jes’ dad’s church in Cerritos and the reception should be in a Chinese restaurant that can accommodate a lot of people. I’ve been looking at dresses online and in magazines but haven’t tried any on yet. Nothing else has been set yet. I have a lot of work to do! It’s hard planning a wedding when you have no money.

on my own

I just finished week 4 at CHLA and things are going well. I think I’m on track with everything I need to accomplish so far. My clinical instructor will be out all this coming week so that will be interesting. I’ve got 3 kids that i’m following independently now and i’m going to be picking up another one this week. He’s in the ICU though so I’ll have some supervision just to be safe.

Wedding plans are coming along slowly. Last weekend, Jes and I decided on a tentative October date for next year but haven’t really announced anything since we don’t know how the date will work out with the church and other vendors. I still can’t get over how much this will cost us. I’m just itching to get a job that pays so i can start saving money for it.

It’s almost ski/boarding season!! I’m so excited and can’t wait for it to start snowing in Tahoe!! We’ve got a trip planned for the end of the year already. It should be lots of fun, especially if it dumps and dumps! We’re going to stay in a cabin from Dec. 28 – Jan. 2nd. I’ve been waiting for it to snow again ever since it stopped…pray for powder!!

Double Celebration

We’re engaged! It happened in front of my school the afternoon of my graduation in Oakland. Jes had planned the event and purchased the ring a week in advance while telling everyone and their mother what he was planning to do on Saturday, August 18, 2001.

Graduation was really nice. It was good to see old friends and to finally feel officially done with school. I got hooded on stage in front of my family, friends, and classmates. Photos were taken and leis were given out to each other. Yoon and Jimmy also came to watch the ceremony. How nice. Once the family was finished taking photos at the theatre, Jes suggested that we go back to my school to take more photos. I thought, “Huh? Why would HE, of all people, suggest to take MORE photos?” Maybe he was just in a really good mood that day. So I went with the plan. Three cars caravanned back to my school and we took our pictures. Dahlia’s family and friends were also there.

Once I thought we were done, Yoon pulled me and Jes together and suggested that we take a picture together. Well, little did I know that I was being set-up! Jes grabbed my hand and said, “I have something for you”. My first thought was “uh oh…what’s going on?” Then he reached into his suit pocket and pulled out a small black velvet box. Then I thought, “oh my gosh, this is the day!” I was in such shock! I couldn’t stop laughing. I was shaking. I kept saying, “Oh my gosh, oh my gosh!” Jes got down on one knee and quietly asked, “Will you marry me?” It was so neat because he said it so that only I could hear it. Everyone was asking, “Did he ask her yet??! What’s going on?” Despite that my whole family was there, a bunch of my friends were there, and I was in my cap and gown, for a brief moment…we were alone. It was perfect.

Well, of course I said “yes”. Actually, it was more like, “YES YES YES!” after everyone asked, “what did she say?” I was so happy and couldn’t stop laughing. Yes, I laughed…I didn’t cry. Jes had a big smile on his face and my friends and family were really happy. The ring is so sparkly! Now I have lots of witnesses to recount the moment to me, lots of pictures for me to remember what happened, and actually, Keni (Dahlia’s boyfriend) got it on video too! I’ll have to see that before anyone else does…I must have looked like such a dork!

So we’re engaged now. It just sunk in on Wednesday and I’m actually excited to begin the planning…well, sorta. I’m still really clueless. The big question nowadays is “when is the big day?” Hm…Spring 2003? Other than that, I don’t really have anything really thought out yet. We’ll have to keep you posted.