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Where did my spirit of childlike wonder go?

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  • April 20, 2025
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Do you remember the last time you were just excited about life? When everything felt interesting, even the smallest things? When you had dreams and wild aspirations, and you actually…
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Busan coffee shop: Aery

  • Jerry
  • April 11, 2025
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Aery was the first coffee shop I went to in South Korea, and it really set the bar high not just for Busan coffee shops, but for any coffee shop…
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Making mistakes and being persistent at FoodieLand Phoenix

  • Jerry
  • April 4, 2025
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I went to Phoenix this past weekend to work at my friend’s food booth for FoodieLand Phoenix. I actually went up last year to help him out! It was super…
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If I died, my casket would be very heavy

  • Jerry
  • March 22, 2025
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Before I start this blog post, I just want to make it clear that I am in no way depressed or suicidal. I searched “if I died” on Google just…
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Itaewon coffee shop: Maxim Plant

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  • March 14, 2025
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This is probably the largest coffee shop I’ve ever been to. Calling Maxim Plant a coffee shop almost feels wrong – it’s more like a coffee complex. The entire building…
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How will you be remembered?

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  • March 5, 2025
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I just finished reading a eulogy written by a close friend of my father’s. He knew my dad for over 50 years. He included so many memories of my father…
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If you’re not where you want to be in life right now…

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  • March 2, 2025
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You’re not alone. I recently watched this YouTube short of Joe Rogan talking about this struggle of feeling like you’re not where you want to be in life, and it…
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Hospital Playlist 2 Korean Drama Review

  • Jerry
  • February 24, 2025
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A beautiful continuation of Hospital Playlist 1. Hospital Playlist 2 brings a bigger cast, longer episodes, more romance and emotional tugs, and different angles and themes of family and death…
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The quiet strength of those who carry loss

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  • February 16, 2025
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I met up with a friend and former coworker last Friday. Meet Colin! It had been about two years since we last saw each other. He had left Tucson and…
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Rest in peace, dad.

  • Jerry
  • February 9, 2025
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My dad passed away on Jan 11, 2025. He was 74. It was a very sudden and unexpected passing. I had been back home the week before. He was fine.…
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I had a blast volunteering at an elementary school I had a blast volunteering at an elementary school this past week! Helped some third graders practice their math with an Easter egg hunt. These third graders have made me wonder if I can find my sense of childlike wonder again. That natural curiosity and openness. #easter #childlikeliving #linkinbio
Aery is the only coffee shop where I've happily fi Aery is the only coffee shop where I've happily finished an unsweetened latte in one sitting. It wasn't that I couldn't take it to go. It was just that good. The latte spoke for itself. I'll be back for the championship series coffee. #linkinbio #busancoffee #aerycoffee
I had a whole bunch of fun serving dumplings at Fo I had a whole bunch of fun serving dumplings at FoodieLand Phoenix for @littledingscafe! Worked with some awesome people and learned a lot about serving and working with others! Also had some interesting customer interactions...all of which you can read on the blog! #linkinbio
What a way to finish the last wedding of the year. What a way to finish the last wedding of the year. Congratulations to Robert and Hong! I'm honored to have been there for your special day! Your wedding was beautiful in its simplicity and deeply meaningful. The traditional Cathlotic elements made it feel intimate. Your reception was the hottest spot in Houston that night. I wish you guys so much strength, love, and patience for this next chapter of your lives! #linkinbio
Tried out Brazilian jiu-jitsu for the first time! Tried out Brazilian jiu-jitsu for the first time! Thanks for showing me the ropes Camilo :). Not as bad as I thought. I definitely was nervous for how uncomfortable and painful it would be - that's how it is with most things you try for the first time. Jiu-jitsu is definitely on the list of things to pick up in the near future :) #linkinbio
Congratulations Tiff and Dan! Your wedding ceremon Congratulations Tiff and Dan! Your wedding ceremony was beautiful. Your vows were a heartfelt testament to your commitment to a life filled with joy, integrity, and laughter. It was a time of celebration. It was a time of reminiscence. I cannot wait to see what this next chapter of life has in store for you guys! #linkinbio
To be honest, I have no idea how I've made it this To be honest, I have no idea how I've made it this far. Absolutely thankful to have these friends here to celebrate getting to 30. This is just a small snapshot of who I am thankful to and for. There's many other people not in this picture who have made me a better person. Thank you for letting me share this absolutely crazy life with you! Thank you to those who reached out to wish me a Happy Birthday. I'm absolutely terrified of what's to come in this next decade. Cheers!
rock climbing has taught me a lot about how to sol rock climbing has taught me a lot about how to solve problems. It's also taught me how I have trust issues with my own legs and feet. #linkinbio

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