Some other remarks:
- my friend Terry’s parents are awesome
- had an authentic Chinese experience at customs during a stopover in Guangzhou.
- I am sooooo glad to be out of China. even just four hours there rubbed me the wrong way. *shivers*
- in Siem Reep. it smells really nice – incense or something. about to head out for some Cambodian curry. yum.
- I finally feel halfway around the world. up to this point I just felt like I was at a large Pacific Mall.
- it’s not as humid as I expected to be. but it is rainy. enjoying a lightning show right now.
- live free or die.

- I’m still without furniture, but I *feel* settled into my new place
- I’m broke, but hopefully not for too long
- living close to work is awesome — I strongly encourage it
- havarti is my new favourite cheese to enjoy with wine, though brie is still very yummy. for some reason I like the way the wine cuts through the soft cheeses.
- I’m an excellent cook
- my sister is crazy
- I’ve recently opened up my twitter from just a small group of friends to a more extended list
- and it’s only a matter of time before I end my secretive tshirt policy
- I think I’m going to start swimming every morning. the only question is whether I’ll be disciplined enough to get up on time.
- even though I haven’t been watching the NHL this year, I’m really missing the Olympic hockey games with no tv. I’m gonna start hitting up some bars soon.
- as a side note, I hate the Olympics
- I miss my friends