Sunday, August 30, 2026

Santa Barbara Day Trip


Honey and Herb, State Street, Sushi Bar 29, and Sunstone Winery on 8/4/2026.

Saturday, August 29, 2026

Back to Trail Racing


I dropped from running the 12K to the 6K this year.  The decision was in part due to the heat, my need for recovery, and mostly to reserve my energy for the 5K road race the following morning.  It was a wise decision since I was able to set a new personal best at the 5K the following day. From 7/31/2026

Friday, August 28, 2026

Candy from Amelie


Amelie shared with me her favorite Mexican candy. From 8/18/2026

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Welcome Back Rally 2026


From Mr. Eichen:
The Production team just finished the highlight reel of our rally from this morning.  It was filmed by Dominic Catania, Leo Lerma, Noah Morales, and Felix Olvera.  Those four completed the initial edit.  Main edit was completed by Mazie Chew with a final audio pass by James Barnes.  Enjoy: https://youtu.be/zNPpQuyhGZg
 
We are also back with a new season of Today on The Green.  This year’s hosts are Lenny Arias, Brigitte Ketterer, Ahrya Vandeman, and couple of flies that seem to be inhabiting the studio.  They are five episodes in and today’s episode covers the sports for the week, the rally, and club rush.  

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Beach, Pizza, and Ice-Cream


Long Beach Rosie Dog Park, Thai Curry Pizza, and Meccha Matcha. From 8/2/2026

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Pride of the Valley 5K



New personal best after a long period of chasing my previous best from over 9 years ago.  I will remember this Baldwin Park race fondly.  From 8/1/2026

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

New Teacher Dance


Always fun to watch new staff members getting involved in the dance routine for the welcome back rally of the year.  From 8/14/2026

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Gordon Ver. 32.0


Dinner and ice-cream gathering on 7/31/2026

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Friday, August 14, 2026

Dinner & Ice-Cream


Dinner at Bangkok Soul followed by ice-cream at Salt & Straw and a quick walk to Nana's Green Tea to start the weekend. From 7/24/2026

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Floral Design #03


This is not my arrangement. I purchased a bouquet and simply adjusted some placements for Cathy's World Cup watch party. From 7/19/2026

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Tonic Beverage #02



Made a batch for friends at Cathy's World Cup Finals watch party. From 7/19/2026

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Coffee from Jason


Jason surprised us with Danbi Coffee at the end of our hot morning run. I was blessed with the Vienna Cream Coffee. Thank you Jason! From 7/19/2026

Monday, August 10, 2026

Renegade 5000



Renegade 5000 at Occidental College.  My heat start around 6:25p when it was around 82-86 degrees under the sun.  I'm grateful for friends who came to support me and other WCKD runners. Post-race dinner at The Diplomat.  From 7/18/2026

Sunday, August 9, 2026

King's Breakfast Burritos


Post Rose Bowl run breakfast burrito run at Kings Breakfast & Burgers in Altadena.
From 7/18/2026

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Sun, Shop, and Stroll


A simple independent arts shop market at The Commons in Pasadena. From 7/18/2026

Friday, August 7, 2026

Tonic Beverage #01


Tonic Bev #1 on Thu 7/16/26 

Matcha Toxic x 2
1) Fever-Tree 6.8 oz (200ml) bottle 
2) Lemon juice/slice
3) Powder: Matcha Love
4) Ice

Thursday, August 6, 2026

Matcha Whisk Set



Unlocking a new learning goal: the matcha whisk set includes a ceramic bowl, stainless steel sifter, bamboo whisk (chasen), bamboo scoop, and a ceramic holder. From 7/15/2026

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Lunch w/ V and Davis


At Diplomat in La Verne on 7/14/2026