Faith

A minute ago, my mom said, "You, know.. I bought some Lotto but I can't seem to find it."

It's funny because she's been gambling on Lottos for.. Geez.. more than I can remember hoping one day she'll win the jackpot. I started thinking about people in general and how they still go at it too. It's amazing isn't it?
To think of it, it's kind of nice. It puts some sort of ease to my head knowing that people still have faith. No matter how much money you lose spending on lottery numbers, you still seem to never give up. It's like you always have something to look forward to...to give you that little jump inside. On the other hand, it's an addiction.. But who ever said addictions were always bad? Maybe putting all of your effort into one thing is a good thing. Maybe its what gives you comfort inside or that spice in your life. Who knows?!
I don't know.. it's just a thought that really hit me and I guess it's something I admire.
I don't plan on paying for lottery tickets though. I just wish I could find that addiction.. that one thing that truly gives a push or sort of excitement to my life

Oh, wait! That's right... my guitar. hahaha

Well, anyways.. Whether you lose or not, without fail, it's nice to see how people still have faith on the tiniest even most unluckiest things in life.

In The Waiting Line

I came home around 1:30am last night from Tiana's new apartment. Welcome back to SoCal!! :P

Anyways, when I went to bed, I had the hardest time falling asleep. I checked my phone and noticed it was 4:33am. Do you know what that means?? That means I've been laying in bed for about 3 hours!! I started growing a headache, which made it even worse. I tried listening to the Garden State soundtrack hoping it would help me fall asleep but NO. I tried calling a couple of friends hoping they would be awake and, yet, still no luck.
Sooo.. I turned to my last resort, which was vicodin, and I was really doing my best to stay away from it. I remember having left overs from the day I had my wisdom teeth pulled out.

Jackie, Tara, me and whoever else are planning on watching "Valentine's Day" in theatres tomorrow since we're singles who have no valentine.
....FAIL. haha >__<


Today's looking like a nice day for a walk.

First Time Playing Together

Judy and I met after a show we both had played at in 2008. We kept in contact through myspace but never saw each other since the show. She randomly texts me one day asking if I wanted to play for a Haiti Acoustic Show, which she was hosting. Gladly, I confirmed.
After we finished performing that night (last night), we decided to learn "The Way I Am" by Ingrid Michaelson so we can play it at the show (just for kicks).
Keep in mind, we barely had any practice so bear with us! hahaha

Eyes Don't Say Much

They say losing friends is a part of life. They say that your closest friends will become your enemies while your enemies will become your closest friends. I disagree because people just happen to change and go their own separate ways. We all drive through separate roads and some days, if we're lucky, we might find that intersection where we cross paths. This only distances them from what they once were. It doesn't make them rivals. I'm sure you've had close friends in the past whom you never say hello to anymore. You see them at school every single day but, no matter how close you two were before, the both of you still act as if you both have never met.... Isn't it sad?
We see strangers walk by and assume who they are right off the bat when, in reality, they are more similar to us than we think. I never knew I'd be best friends with Joyce. I never knew I'd see or talk to Bryan ever in my life after having him in 9th grade. I never said a single word to him and I just assumed he was annoying and that I'd never go for a guy like him. Funny, isn't it? It's funny how many people we meet in a life time but in the end never bother to ask for a name or a phone number... It's a mystery. Every single one of us is a mystery to another person. You see some guy who looks normal but is crazy in the head. You notice a low-class person who is the most sweetest and giving person in the world. You find the most innocent looking girl but to find out that she's actually been "around". You browse through someone's pictures of his/her gatherings or parties and believe he/she is a party animal. Amazing isn't it?

Well.... I think it is.

Inconsistency

It's been a while since I've listened to Jack Johnson. It's also been a while since I have posted a blog. It's been a long time since I've done many many things.
I really want to get back into..
-playing my guitar and composing music
-surfing
-having random days and exploring other cities
-having some good, quality time with friends
-staying toned and in shape
-playing at open mics or acoustic shows
-learning how to play the harmonica
-biking and skating around
-learning how to wrestle
-playing volleyball
-traveling
-spending good, quality time with family and relatives
-sewing
..and the list goes onnnn..

I'm Back!

A lot has happened since the last time I posted a blog. Where to start...? Last Friday, my parents went to Vegas so I threw a Beer Pong/Highlighter party and that was AMAZING. My dad found my stash of empty cans and bottles last night and he was actually cool about it. He just wanted to make sure I didn't let parties get to my head and make it a habit. He was willing to help me recycle the beers and cans too! haha! Now how awesome is that?? But anyways.. Tomorrow is our HUGE NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE @ 8am! You should check it out. ;) Then later that day I have a gig with my dad's band. My cousin, Ryan, from up north is in town and most likely wants to drink with the cousins hahah.. There's a party I'm hoping to go to after the gig and if I don't, then this weekend will BLOW! Well, whatever. It beats sitting on my ass at home being bored off my mind!

For example..... RIGHT NOW. -____-
Oh, and one more thing.. Tomorrow is Bryan and my 1 month anniversary and we probably won't be able to see each other the WHOLE day. ):

Spring Break Road Trip To SD

Day 1 - March 3
-Surf class @ 6:30a
-School 9a-1p
-SPRING BREAK BEGINS!!!
-Leave to San Diego w/ Bryan, Patsy, Gilbert, Amanda, Alex, Dio, Nahim, Brybry, Victor, and Jose
-Ate in the food court at UCSD
-Watch Shook Ones, Have Heart, Rotting Out, Comadre and Take Offense @ Che Cafe
-Looked for hotels/motels to stay in
-Found a motel around 2-3a
-Sleep

Day 2 - March 4
-Leave SD @ 8a
-Dropped off Alex
-Ate breakfast at Hometown Buffet w/ Bryan, Amanda, Alex, Brybry, Nahim, Victor and Jose
-Hermosa Beach
-BBQ @ Dio's
-Home
-Brought Joelle and Marinella home from FYED
-Home

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www.youtube.com/chuckoustic