A Hurdle on the Court: My Basketball Injury Journey  399 Playing basketball is one of my favorite things to do.It's a game that makes me feel free and full of energy."Success is not final,failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that coun...  |
First Day of Sophomore Year at Northwood High School 144 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...  |
Embracing Spring in Style: A Sunny Friday Tale 314 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...  |
The Art of Teaching Jumping Kicks to Kids: A Journey Beyond the Basics 322 In the disciplined world of Taekwondo,the act of executing a kick is deceptively simple.However,teaching the nuanced technique of a jumping kick to children unveils a layered challenge that go...  |
Taekwondo Tornado Kick Tutorial - one of my favorite kicks 220 Tornado kicks in Taekwondo are often regarded as one of the most dynamic and visually stunning techniques in martial arts.Also known as cheat kicks,they have the ability to confuse opponents a...  |
My Journey as a Taekwondo Assistant Master 325 I've been practicing Taekwondo since I was a kid in Korea.Even as a middle school student,I was already pretty good,reaching the fourth category.But when I moved to America,I thought I'd have ...  |
Embracing the COSMOS Program Application Journey 366 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...  |
A Magical Christmas Experience at South Coast Plaza 224 Last weekend,my family and I decided to go to South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa.Now,I've been to this place plenty of times before,but there's something extra special about visiting during Chris...  |
First Day of Junior Year at Northwood High School 248 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...  |
Junior Year Kickoff: The Student ID Card Saga 226 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...  |
Exploring Dreams: My College Campus Tour of UCI and UCLA 336 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 553 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...  |
Winter Formal Fashion prepared for Dance Party 251 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 221 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...  |
Sep 9 22-23 Rally at Northwood High School - My First Rally in Sophomore Year 239 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 ...  |
Took a Student ID Card Photo for My Sophomore Year 268 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...  |
Skyzone indoor trampoline park located in Anaheim - awesome place with fanatsic music and lots of funs ! 261 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 ou...  |
Health check for Basket Ball Activity during the summer vacation 529 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...  |
Harmonies in the Halls: Music Concert at Northwood High School 180 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 n...  |
A Day at the Indoor Climbing Gym in Santa Ana 437 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 372 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 ...  |
My first day at Northwood High School in Irvine, California 439 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...  |
Formal immigration to the US from South Korea 299 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 ...  |
A New Beginning: Our Move to the US 326 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...  |
Johnny and Jane's Memories at Corona Del Mar 390 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 li...  |