The Day I Woke Up a Little Lateupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,486 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...  |
Health check for Basket Ball Activity during the summer vacationupdated at May 12, 2024 1,617 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...  |
Reflections on a Year of Volunteering at Torrance Wilson Park: Season in 2023-2024updated at Sep 22, 2024 1,300 Last Saturday,I had my last volunteer activity of the year at Torrance Wilson Park.Torrance Wilson Park is a beautiful place with trees and grass,a popular walking course for citizens of Torrance.As I started my volunteer work,I first picked up the trash t...  |
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...  |
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 ...  |
Surviving the Apocalypse: An Entry Game on Contaminated Waste from the Skyupdated at May 12, 2024 3,040 In a dystopian future,where humanity's neglect for the environment has led to dire consequences,you find yourself in the midst of chaos."Survival with the contaminated waste from the sky" is a game born out of the imagination of a middle schooler,foreseein...  |
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...  |
Enchanting Tijuana, BC, Mexico - A Journey Through Warmth, Flavor, and Wonder Below San Joseupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,575 Tijuana,a vibrant city located just below San Jose,offers a fantastic experience for those seeking an unforgettable tour.This bustling metropolis is characterized by its friendly people,delicious foods,and wonderful places that captivate the senses and cre...  |
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 1,384 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 326 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...  |
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...  |
Volunteer activity at US Nursing Home in Anaheim, Californiaupdated at May 12, 2024 282 This was my first shot at volunteering in the US,and let me tell you,it was a hoot! Back in South Korea,I've done my fair share of volunteering,but this time,I wanted to lend a hand to the old-timers in the nursing home here.You know,I reckon it's mighty i...  |
Epic Adventure: Avatar 3D at Regal, Irvine Spectrumupdated at May 12, 2024 354 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...  |
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...  |
First Day of Sophomore Year at Northwood High Schoolupdated at Sep 27, 2024 2,217 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...  |
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...  |
What can I do at IUSD Summer School?created at Jun 27, 2022 1,477 Irvine Unified School District (IUSD) typically offers a variety of programs and courses during their summer school sessions. While specific offerings may vary from year to year, here are some common activities and opportunities you can expect to find at I... |
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...  |
Soaring to New Heights: A Thrilling Adventure at Sky Zone Trampoline Parkupdated at Sep 27, 2024 1,423 In the heart of Anaheim lies a haven for thrill-seekers and adventure enthusiasts alike: Sky Zone Trampoline Park.From the moment you step through the doors,you're greeted with an atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement,promising an unforgettable exp...  |
Sand, Sea, and a Splash of Fun at Newport Beach: A Family Adventureupdated at Sep 28, 2024 1,473 Ah,Newport Beach,the hub of coolness in California! Picture this: sun-kissed sands,waves serenading,and a whole lot of beachy excitement.This is where the adventure begins!."The ocean stirs the heart,inspires the imagination,and brings eternal joy to the s...  |
Harmonies in the Halls: Music Concert at Northwood High Schoolcreated at May 18, 2022 1,260 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...  |
COSMOS - California State Summer School for Mathematics and Sciencecreated at Apr 08, 2022 1,472 COSMOS (The California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science) is a 4-week program for talented high school students hosted by the University of California, Irvine. COSMOS students apply to a specific “cluster”, with each cluster addressing adva...  |
UC (University of California) and CSU (California State University)updated at Sep 28, 2024 1,402 UC (University of California) and CSU (California State University) are two distinct public higher education systems in the state of California,USA.While both systems offer undergraduate and graduate education,they have several differences in terms of thei...  |
Wonderful experience at Palm Springs where I can experience Winter and Summer at the same timeupdated at Sep 27, 2024 1,787 Ah,spring has sprung,or so they say! But in Palm Springs,it's like spring went into beast mode and cranked up the heat to 'extra spicy.' April,oh dear April,you sly minx,you brought the sun blazing down on us as if it were the middle of summer.That's the D...  |
K-Foods on the marketupdated at Sep 27, 2024 1,325 As my family gears up to move to Orange County,California,I’ve been on a bit of a reconnaissance mission to scope out the local food scene.Imagine my surprise when I found a stash of Korean goodies,or as the cool kids say,K-Foods,right here in the superma...  |
Where is my house to live in the California?updated at Sep 22, 2024 1,403 During our trip to the US in January 2022,we embarked on a quest to find our new home in California.However,the journey turned out to be more challenging than we anticipated."The ache for home lives in all of us,the safe place where we can go as we are and...  |
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...  |
Have you ever seen a Flying Noodle?updated at May 12, 2024 1,257 Venturing into the lively ambiance of Anaheim Packing District,we were greeted by an electrifying atmosphere.The energy in the air was palpable,almost as if the very essence of the place was infused with excitement.“Sometimes,the most magical moments happ...  |
Base camp for house hunting in Anaheim near Disney Landupdated at May 12, 2024 1,386 During our journey to the United States,our family was thrilled to secure accommodation in a hotel situated near the famed Disneyland in Anaheim,California.The excitement to explore the whimsical wonderland was palpable,yet our busy itinerary unfortunately...  |
Naver Papago - multilingual machine translation serviceupdated at Sep 23, 2024 1,518 Naver Papago (Hangul: 네이버 파파고),shortened to Papago and stylized as papago,is a multilingual machine translation cloud service provided by Naver Corporation.Unlike many other translators,Papago uses a neural machine translation to learn from its mista...  |