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  • There is light at the end of the tunnel!

    You know sometimes you get that feeling that everything comes to you all at once! As you are about to do one thing, you notice on your schedule that there are a few other things due at the same time! As you are trying to calm yourself down and stay focused, so that you don’t… Read more

  • American and Japanese Sushi

    In 2008, I was very exited when my American friend told me that we would go to a sushi restaurant. I had just moved to the U.S. from Japan weeks before, and I missed Japanese food very much. However, when we got a table at the sushi place and opened the menu, I was confused. There… Read more

  • Breakfast of Champions

    “I’ll have the $2 breakfast. I’d like my eggs over hard, hash browns extra crispy and no toast. Thanks!” As the server walks away, I pour a little cream into my coffee, give it a stir, and take a sip. It’s good. I wrap my hands around the tacky flower print mug and look around… Read more

  • Roses are red, violets are blue

    As Valentine’s Day approaches, couples everywhere are hasting to get everything they need to make that day special. From chocolates to candle-lit dinners, there’s a lot of pressure to make this day perfect. For that reason, some people panic when it comes time figuring out what to get their valentine, so I’ve come up with… Read more

  • PSU Bar Scene

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  • Be brave and adventurous

    Photo by Vu Tran How long have you lived in Portland?  How familiar are you with the city? Recently I talked with several people who came from out of state or different countries. I realized that although they moved to here about the same time, they have different experiences. It reminded me when I came… Read more