Archive for September, 2006

The Big 33??
It’s amazing how fast time flies. When I was in college I used to think semesters were whizzing by, but as you get older, you realize time gets even faster as you get older. I can’t believe it’s already been 14 years since I stepped my foot on this campus. The journey I’ve been through has been an unforgettable one, filled with many ups and downs, joys and regrets, happiness and disappointments. But all in all, it’s been a great ride thus far and I can’t wait to find out what 33 will bring.

Isn’t it amazing how I look exactly the same?

Thanks to everyone who took time to wish me a happy one via email, facebook, IM, phone and in person. I would like to unofficially extend my birthday for one more day – so keep them coming. And if I see you, let’s take a picture together (this is the one of few times of the year where I get to take pics w/ people. ).

“Teach us to make the most of our time, so that we may grow in wisdom.” – Psalm 90:12

EDIT Here’s another old school photo for ol’ time sake. This is my freshmen year servant and co-servant. Yup, P. Joe was my first bible study leader. I think I was the first and probably the last freshmen in cfc to ever depants their leader in public. Let’s just say that I thought it was going to be funny when I yanked his shorts down in front of everyone but to my surprise, no one laughed…and I was never the same after that night. Enough said.

Coming soon: Photos from Catherine & Bernie’s wedding. Alpesh & Payal’s engagement, & several more wedding photos.

Dave Cho, Jinny Kim & The Koo Chung Band in Concert – Champaign, IL

This event was sponsored by TASC (Taiwanese American Student Club). Big props to Christina Chou for putting the event together.

I had only heard of Koo Chung before. But I found out David Cho is cousin with someone else that I know! Small world! Man, I wish I can sing and play the guitar like him.

But I think Jinny Kim stole the night with her amazing/unique voice. As soon as she belted out the first note, it caught me off guard. I stopped taking photos and looked around. Everyone had that similar surprise look on their faces. Wayne was obviously mesmerized by her voice. (See above) She captured the audience with her charm and warm personality.

During intermission, everyone rushed to sign up for TASC membership and to purchase David and Jinny’s music.

Koo’s band members (John, Robin & Jae) getting warmed up for the main presentation.

Christina getting everyone pepped up…

Without further due…here’s Koo Chung!

Kim and Jimmy happy with their purchase. (Why is Jimmy giving us the finger?)

Thanks again to all the TASC staff members for making this event possible.

Koo Chung and everyone else got to spend the night @ my place that night. One of the highlight from the night was when Koo picked up my guitar and started jamming away. I was in awe because I didn’t know my guitar could make sounds like that.

All in all, it was great getting to meet these guys and being introduced to their music. I was thankful that they were using their musical talents to serve the Lord.
2006