Tag: blogging
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I Finally Read Crazy Rich Asians
It’s been some time since I’ve written about Crazy Rich Asians and how enamored I was with – not Nicholas Young (well, maybe a little bit) – the idea of relating a little too much to the heroine of a novel. Last time I ventured into this territory, I reflected on the pride I felt […]
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Lessons from Age 26
Once you reach 23, you start to realize that childhood dreams are really a concept you either find terribly hilarious or extremely ironic. Child-like reasons like “I want to be a veterinarian because I love animals” turn into “Wait, I’m not actually smart enough of dedicated enough to go through Vet school.” When I was in […]
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The Awakening
One year ago, I penned an article aimed towards the world and the mistreatment of Asian Americans in the wake of COVID-19. And one year ago, I was met with the most hate I’ve ever seen in my life. I won’t entertain you with the hate comments because, honestly, I can’t even bring myself to revisit […]
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The Reminder, the Anger, & the Apology
Two days ago, I sat down in the midst of the quarantine monotony and watched one of my favorite movies – Crazy Rich Asians. As I sat and reminded myself how much the Asian community gathered together, it helped me rekindle the pride I had in my culture. For a moment, the world slowly understood […]
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Hey, Starbucks, You’ve Got a Bug Problem
Well, maybe not a bug problem – but a parasite problem. It’s no secret that Starbucks is a coffee giant, and the benefits of the job definitely outweigh the work put in (at least on paper). They offer free schooling, Starbucks stock, and healthcare along with free drinks and a food item while on shift. […]
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An Open Letter to the Non-Asian Owners of Asian Restaurants,
There are two things that this world can agree on: People deserve credit for what they’ve rightfully accomplished and created. If you have achieved something that is life-changing or moving, your name deserves to be tied to it. The second: We hate false advertisements. It’s no secret that there have been some stirring articles swimming […]