I’m (finally) two decades old. Wow.

20 things I’ve learned about myself, life and the world around me. Or just random ramblings. Read at your own risk.
1. The good life isn’t all that good when you don’t have loved ones to share it with. Family first, friends a close second.
2. School isn’t so bad. Thanks mom and dad for the most incredible, (expensive) and eye-opening experience of my life.
3. Do what you love, and the money will follow.
4. Impossible is nothing.
5. Growing up is tremendously overrated. Take heed Elizabeth…
6. “What if I played college ball…” haunts me everyday.
7. Read more books than blogs.
8. Fashion and food don’t mix too well.
9. Love, fairy tales and happily ever after does exist.
10. There are a few small indulgences in life that make it all worth it: high thread count sheets, freshly squeezed organic orange juice, fluffy towels, new socks, and a tank full of gas.
11. A night of staying up and playing Guitar Hero or SSX 3 deems a good night.
12. I’m not the biggest fan of kids, but hanging out with my sister makes me want to be a teacher. If only all kids were as cool as her.
13. Los Angeles is a terrible place for self-discovery and growth. It’s only the weather makes everything bearable.
14. My folks are way cooler than I give them credit for… and I give them quite a bit of credit. Really blessed to see a functional relationship growing up, good values, frugality and the importance of dinner at home. I wouldn’t trade my family for the world.
15. It’d be pretty neat to be a professional food blogger. Or Iron Chef China.
16. I promise to tell you the truth if you promise to believe me.
17. dɐʎ pnǝs (hint: uʍop ǝpısdn, sdrawkcab)
18. Communication is at the heart of everything. There is a fine line between “listening” and “hearing.”
19. You don’t make money by saving it. You make money by earning it.
20. Quoting others never gets old. “Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming.” (John Wooden)