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A Curious Can of Warmth
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Apr 29

Happy 2nd Birthday Son!

Hi Son, Happy birthday! I am delighted to have you in my life, and I’m thrilled to be celebrating this special day with you and your mom. Congratulations on reaching so many milestones in the past year. Just a year ago, you weren’t able to walk on your own, but…

Fatherhood

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Happy 2nd Birthday Son!
Happy 2nd Birthday Son!
Fatherhood

4 min read


Apr 5

Marriage — Four Year Review: a bag of stale coffee powder

How do you like your coffee? Personally, I like it simple — black, made from freshly ground coffee beans. I prefer grinding whole bean right before brewing. In this way, we can indulge in home-brewed coffee that is substantially better (and cheaper!) than what typical coffee shops offer. …

Marriage

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Marriage — Four Year Review: a bag of stale coffee powder
Marriage — Four Year Review: a bag of stale coffee powder
Marriage

4 min read


Jan 2

Rear-view Image of 2022

Imagine prepping for a road trip. Perfectly detailed car, a fully loaded gas tank, neatly packed suitcases, a well-curated playlist, a box full of snacks and drinks, properly aligned side-view and rear-view mirrors. You would think you are well-equipped for a long journey ahead. You start driving, then you quickly…

Family

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Rear-view Image of 2022
Rear-view Image of 2022
Family

6 min read


Dec 27, 2022

City of Fragrant Harbor

Three years ago on a random night, my wife and I were craving good dimsum. Shortly after, we booked a flight out to Hong Kong on a whim. As our departing date approached, COVID-19 cases started to escalate. …

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City of Fragrant Harbor
City of Fragrant Harbor

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Dec 7, 2022

The Game No. 2

In the year 2006, I was anxiously biting my nails in the basement of Fletcher Hall while watching the Michigan vs. OSU game. It was the final game of the season, and it was the first time in the historic rivalry that two teams faced off while holding the top…

Michigan Wolverines

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The Game No. 2
The Game No. 2
Michigan Wolverines

4 min read


Apr 29, 2022

Happy birthday son

Hey son! You came out of my wife’s womb exactly one year ago! I can’t believe it’s been only a year as you have been such a big part of my life lately. …

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Happy birthday son
Happy birthday son

2 min read


Dec 31, 2021

Year 2021 in Sound

The year 2021 is coming to an end, and I initially wanted to write a lengthy post that details this year as I reached one of the most significant milestones of my life; I became a father. However, I realized this year can be condensed into a few important “sounds.”…

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Year 2021 in Sound
Year 2021 in Sound

2 min read


Oct 22, 2021

Musing on Mid-thirties

I turned 34 about three weeks ago, and I officially entered my mid-thirties. I have been busy in my early thirties. I got married, and I became a father. I thought it is important to slow down a little to write down what I have been thinking lately. Selfishness After three…

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Musing on Mid-thirties
Musing on Mid-thirties

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Aug 7, 2021

The First 100 Days of Fatherhood

100 days ago, I was reading “Brave New World” by Aldous Huxley in a waiting room when a nurse came searching for me. I was rushed into a delivery room, and I found my wife lying on a delivery chair ready to give one last push to jettison my son…

Parenthood

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The First 100 Days of Fatherhood
The First 100 Days of Fatherhood
Parenthood

8 min read


Apr 6, 2021

Marriage — Two Year Review (Pregnancy edition)

My wife and I have been married exactly two years now, and Year No. 2 has been smoother than the first year. I believe the initial phase of adjustments has ended, and I am thankful that my wife has been patient with me thus far. …

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Marriage -Two Year Review (Pregnancy edition)
Marriage -Two Year Review (Pregnancy edition)

5 min read

A Curious Can of Warmth

A Curious Can of Warmth

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