First Day of Sophomore Year at Northwood High Schoolupdated at Sep 27, 2024 2,218 The dawn breaks on a crisp September morning,signaling the start of a new academic year at Northwood High School.As the sun rises,so does the anticipation and excitement coursing through the veins of every sophomore student.With backpacks slung over should...  |
First Day of Junior Year at Northwood High Schoolupdated at May 12, 2024 1,337 Today marked the beginning of a new chapter – the first day of my junior year at Northwood High School.The anticipation had been building up for weeks,and as I stood in front of the mirror adjusting my backpack,I couldn't shake off the nervous energy buzz...  |
Kicking Stress Away: From AP Tests to Taekwondo Matsupdated at Sep 21, 2024 1,420 Hey everyone! Just thought I’d drop in and share a bit about my crazy day—it was a mix of hardcore study vibes and martial arts action,and boy,was it a rollercoaster.So,here’s the rundown: my morning kicked off with the dreaded AP Test,and I wrapped up ...  |
Mom's Amazing Cooking: My Stress Relieverupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,441 You know when you're feeling down and stressed out,and suddenly a plate of delicious food appears in front of you,making everything better? Well,for me,that magic comes from my mom's cooking.Back in Korea,I didn't really have much chance to cook because my...  |
Embracing Spring in Style: A Sunny Friday Taleupdated at May 12, 2024 1,426 As the sun cast its generous rays upon us this Friday,marking the earth with the promise of spring,I found myself weaving through the school gates,clad in my green hoodie and black cap.The ensemble wasn't just a random pick from my wardrobe; it was my way ...  |
Irvine Great Park - New Development Residential Complexupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,342 In the center of the OC,the Orange County Great Park,which will become an Orange County specialty in Irvine,was developed in the 21st century as the largest and most beautiful grand park in the United States,and will be built at El Toro Marine Corp.'s Air ...  |
History of Irvine in Californiaupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,203 Background.Irvine,50 miles south of Los Angeles,is an educational city called Gangnam Elementary School in Korea.Irvine has four public high schools,two alternative schools,22 elementary schools and eight middle schools.All schools have evenly high API (Ac...  |
Embracing the COSMOS Program Application Journeyupdated at May 12, 2024 1,461 Eventually time for me to challenge for COSMOS Program.COSMOS stands for California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science.I wanted to take part in COSMOS Program from the beginning of 2023,and its application is near at hand.The application will ...  |
Junior Year Kickoff: The Student ID Card Sagacreated at Aug 16, 2023 1,328 Alright,folks,buckle up because we're diving into the thrilling world of… Student ID card photos.Yeah,I know,not exactly the most exciting topic,but hey,it's a rite of passage,right?."So often you find that the students you're trying to inspire are the on...  |
My Hair - Rocking My New Haircut as School Beginsupdated at Sep 24, 2024 1,333 Alright,folks,gather 'round because we're about to dive into the world of haircuts.Yep,you heard me right – haircuts.And no,this isn't your typical trim-at-the-barbershop kind of story.This is about a transformation,a rebirth if you will."Life is about ma...  |
200 Days of Hair - From Long Locks to the Big Chopupdated at May 12, 2024 1,385 Hey everyone! For the past 200 days,I've been on a hair-growing adventure.It's been quite the journey,letting my hair grow freely,and now,as I get ready for junior year,it's time for a big change.Yes,I'm talking about the big chop—saying goodbye to my lon...  |
Cinematic Adventure: My Experience Watching 'Suzume'updated at Sep 22, 2024 1,407 Last weekend,I decided to check out the movie everyone's been talking about: 'Suzume'.I was just expecting an ordinary trip to the movies,but what I got was a rollercoaster ride of emotions and excitement.I walked into the Regal cinema,popcorn in hand,read...  |
Slice of Heaven: Dining Delights at California Pizza Kitchen, Irvine Spectrumupdated at May 12, 2024 327 Alright,food lovers,gather around because I'm about to share a story of delicious food and amazing experiences.I recently had the pleasure of dining at California Pizza Kitchen at the Irvine Spectrum,and let me tell you,it was an evening to remember.As I w...  |
Exploring Dreams: My College Campus Tour of UCI and UCLAupdated at Sep 24, 2024 454 Alright,fellow dreamers,gather 'round because I've got a tale to tell – a tale of college campus adventures and the pursuit of higher education.Yep,you heard me right.I'm talking about my recent tour of not one,but two iconic campuses: UCI and UCLA.First ...  |
Unveiling the Heart of Adventure: Our New Favicon Journeyupdated at Sep 27, 2024 672 In the realm of digital spaces,where every pixel speaks volumes about identity and passion,I embarked on a quest to redefine the essence of abjohn.com through its most subtle yet powerful symbol: the favicon.The journey took me from the initial whims of hu...  |
Making a Splash: A Pool Party to Rememberupdated at May 12, 2024 322 Hey,party people! So,here's the lowdown – I just got back from the most epic pool birthday bash,and let me tell you,it was one for the books."Life is made of small moments like this.".Picture this: The sun was shining,the water was sparkling,and the grill...  |
Epic Adventure: Avatar 3D at Regal, Irvine Spectrumupdated at May 12, 2024 355 Hey movie buffs,gather 'round because I've got a tale to tell – a tale of cinematic splendor and 3D magic.Yep,you guessed it – I'm talking about my recent trip to Regal at the Irvine Spectrum to catch Avatar in all its three-dimensional glory."Movies tou...  |
Winter Formal Fashion prepared for Dance Partyupdated at Sep 29, 2024 337 Ah,the quintessential high school dance,where fashion and fun collide! Clad in the classic white shirt and black pants ensemble,I stepped onto the dance floor,ready to unleash my not-so-hidden dance moves."The best fashion show is definitely on the street....  |
Northwood High School vs Irvine High School Pink Out Football Gameupdated at Sep 29, 2024 1,317 Alright,sports fans,listen up because we've got a showdown of epic proportions on our hands – the Northwood High School vs Irvine High School Pink Out Football Game.And let me tell you,it was a game for the ages."Now and then it's good to pause in our pur...  |
Went to the Irvine Spectrum with My Friendcreated at Sep 24, 2022 1,327 Alright,buckle up folks,because I'm about to spill the beans on the epic adventure that went down when me and my buddy hit up the Irvine Spectrum.And let me tell you,it was a rollercoaster ride of fun,laughter,and maybe just a touch of chaos."Adventure is ...  |
Sep 9 22-23 Rally at Northwood High School - My First Rally in Sophomore Yearupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,322 Alright,folks,gather 'round because I've got a tale to tell about the wildest ride of my high school sophomore year – the rally at Northwood High School on September 9,2022."High school is a lot more fun if you treat it like a rally instead of a race.".No...  |
OC Festival 2022updated at Sep 28, 2024 1,283 The vibrant atmosphere of the OC Festival 2022 envelops attendees in a whirlwind of colors,sounds,and flavors,showcasing the rich tapestry of culture that defines Orange County.From the moment you step foot onto the festival grounds,you're greeted with a s...  |
Skyzone indoor trampoline park located in Anaheim - awesome place with fanatsic music and lots of funs !updated at Sep 27, 2024 1,353 Oh boy,let me tell you about the tramp-tastic adventure we had at Skyzone in Orange County,California.Picture this: Friday night,around 8pm,the stars were out,and so were we,ready to bounce our way to happiness at this trampoline wonderland."Life is short,...  |
The first visitor visited home from South Koreaupdated at May 12, 2024 1,389 Welcoming our first guest from South Korea to our home in the United States was a truly exciting and special experience for my family.The happiness we felt was beyond words."Hospitality is universal; it knows no boundaries.".As the doorbell rang and we ope...  |
Health check for Basket Ball Activity during the summer vacationupdated at May 12, 2024 1,618 In preparation for joining the basketball team at Northwood High School during the summer vacation,a mandatory health report was required by the school,aimed at ensuring the well-being of participants and being ready for any unexpected injuries during spor...  |
Harmonies in the Halls: Music Concert at Northwood High Schoolcreated at May 18, 2022 1,261 The evening air at Northwood High School is filled with anticipation as students,teachers,and families gather for a night of musical enchantment.The stage is set,the lights dim,and the first notes reverberate through the auditorium,signaling the start of a...  |
A Day at the Indoor Climbing Gym in Santa Anaupdated at Sep 29, 2024 1,514 Discovering the joys of indoor climbing in Santa Ana was an unexpected twist in my sports activities,highlighting a stark contrast to what I was accustomed to in Korea,particularly in terms of spatial scale.The expansive and welcoming space of the climbing...  |
The Day I Woke Up a Little Lateupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,487 One morning,as beams of sunlight teased their way through my curtains,I was jolted awake by the realization that I had overslept.Panic took over as I scrambled to dress,my thoughts tangled in the possible repercussions of my lateness.The school day awaited...  |
My first day at Northwood High School in Irvine, Californiaupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,568 Ah,the first day at a new school,a rollercoaster of excitement,confusion,and the occasional "Where am I again?" moment.I,your intrepid adventurer,found myself in the grand maze of Northwood High School in Irvine,California."Every new beginning comes from s...  |
The only table we have, but feeling is like more joyfulupdated at Sep 29, 2024 1,449 In the heart of our humble abode,there resides a single table.This table,a beacon of togetherness and the hearth of our home,is where our family convenes."In family life,love is the oil that eases friction,the cement that binds closer together,and the musi...  |
Formal immigration to the US from South Koreaupdated at Sep 29, 2024 1,378 Embarking on a life-altering journey from South Korea to the United States marked a monumental chapter in our family's story."The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." - Lao Tzu.The photograph captured at South Korea's Incheon Internation...  |
A New Beginning: Our Move to the USupdated at Sep 29, 2024 1,453 Recently,luck was on our side as my father found a house in Irvine,California through the internet,sealing the deal without a physical visit."Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all." - Helen Keller.Trusting the agent's information,he made the ...  |
My bike used to go to the west sea in South Koreaupdated at Sep 29, 2024 1,423 I enjoyed riding my bike to school in Korea.It was a simple pleasure,but one that brought a lot of joy.Sometimes,on weekends or after school,my friends and I would hop on our bikes and head towards the west sea,also known as Incheon."The bicycle is a simpl...  |
Johnny and Jane's Memories at Corona Del Marupdated at May 12, 2024 1,483 In 2013,we found ourselves strolling along the picturesque shores of Corona Del Mar,captivated by the tranquility of the ocean and the soft caress of the sea breeze.The memories of that day lingered in our minds as we returned to the same spot in 2022,eage...  |