A Stroll.

Today was going to be a really boring day, but I decided to take a stroll in the neighborhood.

 It was actually my first time walking around Woodbridge on my own, since I was always worried that I would get lost. I get lost really easily...no joke.  

I love these Vans; eye-catching but not ostentatious. I have this unusual fondness for bright red clothing and accessories. 

Typical Southern California weather. That little lens flare over there reminds me of Star Trek Into Darkness that I saw a couple of days ago. It was brilliant.

 Flowers I saw along my way.

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I spent the entire morning reading at home, and I got a little bored (read and sleep, read and sleep...). Leaving the house for a little while was a really good decision. I was able to become more familiar with the neighborhood, and I spent a really nice time at Champagne Bakery.

Black forest cake and peach iced tea. 

Summer reading for next year's AP Modern European Class. A World Lit Only by Fire by William Manchester. I've always been interested in Middle Age history, so it's a fun book to read. I'm really looking forward to the class. Junior year was full of American literature and history...the material was too narrow, so next year's classes should be a lot more fun.

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Love these bokeh-overload pictures! 

Woodbridge is a really beautiful neighborhood. In particular, the lake looks good anytime in a day. These were taken at around 4pm. Next time I'll go out a little later and the scenery will look completely different. 

I spend most of my time in Newport, RI. The difference between East and West coast is drastic. I love the distinct seasons the East coast provides (alright, the winter...not so much), but I also love the continual sunny weather California has. Even though I prefer to come back to California for college, it's great to have the opportunity to live in Rhode Island.

I haven't picked up my camera in a long time, so I feel like today was a great start to regain my interest in photography. I sometimes miss taking pictures everyday while I lived in Shanghai. Ever since I transferred to SG, I've become extremely busy. Next year is my next year there, so no matter how busy I will be, I will have to take many pictures. The campus and the environment are truly beautiful, so I'll have to preserve some of their beauty.

Taking a little stroll was a nice idea. I feel so lazy staying home all day, and I can't help it but to think about all the happy memories I've had with him. I even daydream unrealistic things that I wish to happen in the future... I really want to ensure that I keep in touch with him at all times, but sometimes I feel like I am too attached. He might get annoyed...so a little distraction should be good for me. I really wonder how much of an impact I've made on his mind. I tend to do all that I can to let the person I like (regardless as a friend or more than a friend) know that I care, and often times I go overboard, and I get hurt, because often times people don't reciprocate the feelings. I believe he cares, but I just can't tell how much. He really is such a thoughtful and caring guy...so I don't want to let go.