First Day of Junior Year at Northwood High School  259 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 ad...  |
Cream Pan: A Must-Visit Japanese Bakery in Fountain Valley 31 Cream Pan,a popular Japanese bakery among locals in OC,is located in Fountain Valley,not far from Irvine.It's more than just a bakery; they also offer light lunch options,making it a great spo...  |
Kicking Stress Away: From AP Tests to Taekwondo Mats 322 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: ...  |
Exploring UC Irvine (aka UCI) - School and its Majors 442 Hey there,fellow tech enthusiasts! So,you're thinking about college,huh? Well,let me tell you about this rad place called the University of California,Irvine (UCI),where the cyber fun never en...  |
Mom's Amazing Cooking: My Stress Reliever 318 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.B...  |
Embracing Spring in Style: A Sunny Friday Tale 338 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 ens...  |
Irvine Great Park - New Development Residential Complex 257 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 th...  |
History of Irvine in California 187 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 schoo...  |
Embracing the COSMOS Program Application Journey 385 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 o...  |
Junior Year Kickoff: The Student ID Card Saga 254 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 ofte...  |
My Hair - Rocking My New Haircut as School Begins 254 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 i...  |
200 Days of Hair - From Long Locks to the Big Chop 305 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 cha...  |
Cinematic Adventure: My Experience Watching 'Suzume' 309 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 an...  |
Slice of Heaven: Dining Delights at California Pizza Kitchen, Irvine Spectrum 254 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 S...  |
Exploring Dreams: My College Campus Tour of UCI and UCLA 363 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 rec...  |
Unveiling the Heart of Adventure: Our New Favicon Journey 582 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 symb...  |
Making a Splash: A Pool Party to Remember 249 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...  |
Epic Adventure: Avatar 3D at Regal, Irvine Spectrum 276 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 Spectru...  |
Winter Formal Fashion prepared for Dance Party 261 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...  |
Northwood High School vs Irvine High School Pink Out Football Game 240 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...  |
Went to the Irvine Spectrum with My Friend 236 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 rid...  |
Sep 9 22-23 Rally at Northwood High School - My First Rally in Sophomore Year 254 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 ...  |
First Day of Sophomore Year at Northwood High School 153 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 v...  |
OC Festival 2022 182 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...  |
Took a Student ID Card Photo for My Sophomore Year 281 As a high school student,there are certain rites of passage that mark our journey through these formative years.One such moment is taking the photo for our student ID card.It may seem like a t...  |
Exciting explore at Sequoia National Park 299 Our family tour to Sequoia National Park was an adventure that filled our hearts with joy and wonder.The moment we arrived,the fresh air wrapped around us like a cozy blanket.Breathing in that...  |
The first visitor visited home from South Korea 323 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 uni...  |
Health check for Basket Ball Activity during the summer vacation 536 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 part...  |
A Day at the Indoor Climbing Gym in Santa Ana 448 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...  |
The Day I Woke Up a Little Late 388 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 ...  |
Sun, Rocks, and Adventure: A Day at Joshua Tree National Park 314 Oh boy,we had an adventure-packed Sunday planned,and Joshua Tree National Park was the star of the show! Now,some folks say it's the holy grail of national parks to conquer in a single day,and...  |
My first day at Northwood High School in Irvine, California 458 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 Hi...  |
The only table we have, but feeling is like more joyful 363 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 e...  |
A New Beginning: Our Move to the US 358 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 al...  |
My bike used to go to the west sea in South Korea 340 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 to...  |