Blog: April 2015
April 1, 2015
I'm not usually the type to make new years resolutions, but I made a resolution in January to start taking pictures of strangers. And I finally did it today! Walked around DuPont in D.C. and came across Earve reading his newspaper outside his apartment. I walked past him three times before finally mustering up the courage to walk up the steps and approach him. Turns out he's a pretty friendly guy! He's been living in this very apartment for 30 years and one of his daughter actually graduated from Cornell many years ago!
I'm not usually the type to make new years resolutions, but I made a resolution in January to start taking pictures of strangers. And I finally did it today! Walked around DuPont in D.C. and came across Earve reading his newspaper outside his apartment. I walked past him three times before finally mustering up the courage to walk up the steps and approach him. Turns out he's a pretty friendly guy! He's been living in this very apartment for 30 years and one of his daughter actually graduated from Cornell many years ago!
April 1, 2015
I took a stroll around the DuPoint neighborhood and it's such a nice area. Lots of cool architecture and little things to take note of as you walk down the streets.
I took a stroll around the DuPoint neighborhood and it's such a nice area. Lots of cool architecture and little things to take note of as you walk down the streets.
April 1, 2015
First time in the John F. Kennedy Center! It's much nicer than I thought and the rooftop has an awesome view of DC! Definitely one of my new favorite spots. I also spotted a helicopter flying over the sunset, looks like it came straight out of an Army commercial.
First time in the John F. Kennedy Center! It's much nicer than I thought and the rooftop has an awesome view of DC! Definitely one of my new favorite spots. I also spotted a helicopter flying over the sunset, looks like it came straight out of an Army commercial.
April 3, 2015
Went to Gravelly Point by Reagan Airport to get some night shots of planes taking off and landing. It's a great spot for photos and just to relax.
Went to Gravelly Point by Reagan Airport to get some night shots of planes taking off and landing. It's a great spot for photos and just to relax.
April 4, 2015
Kollaboration D.C. day 2 of auditions!
Kollaboration D.C. day 2 of auditions!
April 4, 2015
Stopped by the Southwest Waterfront Festival tonight. There were performances, activities, and food, and then everyone waited for the fireworks at night. ometimes it's more interesting watching what people are doing instead of watching the show itself.
Stopped by the Southwest Waterfront Festival tonight. There were performances, activities, and food, and then everyone waited for the fireworks at night. ometimes it's more interesting watching what people are doing instead of watching the show itself.
April 5, 2015
Found a small garden in D.C. where the cherry blossoms bloomed earlier than the expected peak blooming!
Found a small garden in D.C. where the cherry blossoms bloomed earlier than the expected peak blooming!
April 5, 2015
I always thought the National World War II Memorial was boring because I've only seen it in the winter when the fountain wasn't on... but it's actually quite a sight.
I always thought the National World War II Memorial was boring because I've only seen it in the winter when the fountain wasn't on... but it's actually quite a sight.
April 5, 2015
The weather today was beautiful to be paddle boating in the Tidal Basin!
The weather today was beautiful to be paddle boating in the Tidal Basin!
April 5, 2015
Cherry Blossom Festival stage, but it was just random kids dancing to the radio music that was on.
Cherry Blossom Festival stage, but it was just random kids dancing to the radio music that was on.
April 8, 2015
Jogged by the library last night and saw these pretty flowers, so I went back today after work with my camera.
Jogged by the library last night and saw these pretty flowers, so I went back today after work with my camera.
April 8, 2015
More pretty flowers by the library.
More pretty flowers by the library.
April 11, 2015
So many people at the Tidal Basin for the cherry blossoms. There was a huge line going into the Metro...
So many people at the Tidal Basin for the cherry blossoms. There was a huge line going into the Metro...
April 11, 2015
A bunch of photos of the cherry blossoms - some white, some pink, some purple!
A bunch of photos of the cherry blossoms - some white, some pink, some purple!
April 11, 2015
Selfie game is strong.
Selfie game is strong.
April 11, 2015
The typical cliche photo of the Jefferson. I had to..
The typical cliche photo of the Jefferson. I had to..
April 11, 2015
The Washington Monument peeking through the cherry blossoms.
The Washington Monument peeking through the cherry blossoms.
April 11, 2015
There were a bunch of cherry blossoms right by the base of the monument and it drew a massive crowd.
There were a bunch of cherry blossoms right by the base of the monument and it drew a massive crowd.
April 11, 2015
Saw this couple having a wedding photoshoot right in front of the Jefferson Memorial. The groomsmen and bridesmaid were all there as well!
Saw this couple having a wedding photoshoot right in front of the Jefferson Memorial. The groomsmen and bridesmaid were all there as well!
April 11, 2015
The Cherry Blossom Parade was a lot less exciting than I expected. It was just a bunch of marching bands and inflatables.
The Cherry Blossom Parade was a lot less exciting than I expected. It was just a bunch of marching bands and inflatables.
April 18, 2015
Global Citizens Concert on the National Mall today!!
Global Citizens Concert on the National Mall today!!
April 18, 2015
We got there pretty early and got a good spot close to the stage. But we weren't prepared at all - no water, no food, no sunblock, no blankets. So we were just dehydrated while baking in the sun.
We got there pretty early and got a good spot close to the stage. But we weren't prepared at all - no water, no food, no sunblock, no blankets. So we were just dehydrated while baking in the sun.
April 18, 2015
So many people at the concert.
So many people at the concert.
April 18, 2015
Just an endless sea of people.
Just an endless sea of people.
April 18, 2015
Chris Martin from Coldplay was one of the speakers, but too bad Coldplay didn't perform.
Chris Martin from Coldplay was one of the speakers, but too bad Coldplay didn't perform.
April 18, 2015
Train was one of the earlier artists that I actually wanted to see. They were really good and sang all of their most popular songs. Hey Soul Sister sounds really good live!
Train was one of the earlier artists that I actually wanted to see. They were really good and sang all of their most popular songs. Hey Soul Sister sounds really good live!
April 18, 2015
Usher broke his foot so he's performing on gold crutches. He's actually raffling away his golden crutch to people who download the Earth Day app. I recognized most of his songs and he's a pretty charismatic performer.
Usher broke his foot so he's performing on gold crutches. He's actually raffling away his golden crutch to people who download the Earth Day app. I recognized most of his songs and he's a pretty charismatic performer.
April 18, 2015
No Doubt was the closing act! They were phenomenal. Gwen Stefani and the entire band were just very goofy and silly and it was very entertaining to watch. All their songs are from like middle school and they bring back memories. And Gwen Stefani has a really nice body for her age..
No Doubt was the closing act! They were phenomenal. Gwen Stefani and the entire band were just very goofy and silly and it was very entertaining to watch. All their songs are from like middle school and they bring back memories. And Gwen Stefani has a really nice body for her age..
April 20, 2015
Got my Nikon D610 this afternoon!! The package was huge, with the camera and kit lens and a bunch of accessories that came with the bundle. Probably not gonna keep most of the accessories so I'm gonna try to sell it. After getting to Richmond I took it for a test run around the mall. The images come out so sharp and it's so much better in low lighting.
Got my Nikon D610 this afternoon!! The package was huge, with the camera and kit lens and a bunch of accessories that came with the bundle. Probably not gonna keep most of the accessories so I'm gonna try to sell it. After getting to Richmond I took it for a test run around the mall. The images come out so sharp and it's so much better in low lighting.
April 20, 2015
The Hilton lobby looked different when I came in tonight. :)
The Hilton lobby looked different when I came in tonight. :)
April 26, 2015
Caught up with a middle school friend and we went to Williamsburg to take some photos. The pier extends out onto the East River and it's a pretty nice view of both midtown and downtown.
Caught up with a middle school friend and we went to Williamsburg to take some photos. The pier extends out onto the East River and it's a pretty nice view of both midtown and downtown.
April 27, 2015
One good thing about taking the 6am flight is that you get to see the sunrise. :)
One good thing about taking the 6am flight is that you get to see the sunrise. :)
April 27, 2015
Helllllllo Miami!
Helllllllo Miami!
April 27, 2015
First stop after the Net Finance conference ended was Little Havana! Stopped by the supposedly most authentic Cuban restaurant, Cafe Versailles, and got a Cuban sandwich! Then walked to the heart of Little Havana to Azucar Ice Cream Company and got guava and con de leche ice cream, noms!
First stop after the Net Finance conference ended was Little Havana! Stopped by the supposedly most authentic Cuban restaurant, Cafe Versailles, and got a Cuban sandwich! Then walked to the heart of Little Havana to Azucar Ice Cream Company and got guava and con de leche ice cream, noms!
April 27, 2015
Next stop: Miami Beach! It was already dark when I got there, but there were still people chilling on the beach. The water was so warm!
Next stop: Miami Beach! It was already dark when I got there, but there were still people chilling on the beach. The water was so warm!
April 27, 2015
Next: Espanola Way! It's just one block but has a lot of lights and restaurants/cafes. Really nice atmosphere there and it's really pretty too!
Next: Espanola Way! It's just one block but has a lot of lights and restaurants/cafes. Really nice atmosphere there and it's really pretty too!
April 27, 2015
Miami: All about the classiest clubs and the fanciest cars. Ocean Drive is where all the action is, lined with bars and restaurants and the streets filled with party goers.
Miami: All about the classiest clubs and the fanciest cars. Ocean Drive is where all the action is, lined with bars and restaurants and the streets filled with party goers.
April 28, 2015
As the Uber driver puts it, Wynwood is the most hipster part of Miami. It's filled with Graffiti and has a lot of art exhibits. The area itself isn't big, but has a lot of stuff within the few main blocks of Wynwood.
As the Uber driver puts it, Wynwood is the most hipster part of Miami. It's filled with Graffiti and has a lot of art exhibits. The area itself isn't big, but has a lot of stuff within the few main blocks of Wynwood.
April 28, 2015
Decided to take advantage of the sunlight and went to South Pointe Pier, the southern tip of Miami Beach. Since it was cloudy, not many people were on the beach, but saw a few surfers and people walking along the shore. It's so relaxing walking along the water with the wave coming up every once in a while.
Decided to take advantage of the sunlight and went to South Pointe Pier, the southern tip of Miami Beach. Since it was cloudy, not many people were on the beach, but saw a few surfers and people walking along the shore. It's so relaxing walking along the water with the wave coming up every once in a while.
April 28, 2015
Ocean Drive during the day time is very different from what it is at night. Not as noisy and as popping.
Ocean Drive during the day time is very different from what it is at night. Not as noisy and as popping.
April 28, 2015
Was craving some tacos and this really hit the spot. I feel like I have to get tacos at least once when I'm in Miami.
Was craving some tacos and this really hit the spot. I feel like I have to get tacos at least once when I'm in Miami.
April 28, 2015
Bayside is by Downtown Miami, right along the water and next to the American Airlines Arena. It's an outdoor mall, but with all the ships and piers there it's so pretty at night. There was also live music which made the mood better. By this time, I was exhausted and got myself a bottle of Corona with lime. :)
Bayside is by Downtown Miami, right along the water and next to the American Airlines Arena. It's an outdoor mall, but with all the ships and piers there it's so pretty at night. There was also live music which made the mood better. By this time, I was exhausted and got myself a bottle of Corona with lime. :)
April 29, 2015
Since it was thunderstorming and I couldn't nap by the pool, I came to visit Vizcaya Mansion/Garden. Didn't pay much attention to the history, but I walked around the mansion and adjacent garden.
Since it was thunderstorming and I couldn't nap by the pool, I came to visit Vizcaya Mansion/Garden. Didn't pay much attention to the history, but I walked around the mansion and adjacent garden.
April 29, 2015
Cocowalk in Coconut Grove was a huge disappointment. I was expecting something really big and fancy, but there's barely anything there.
Cocowalk in Coconut Grove was a huge disappointment. I was expecting something really big and fancy, but there's barely anything there.
April 29, 2015
Delicious burger, truffle fries, and milk stout from Lulu on the Grove. :)
Delicious burger, truffle fries, and milk stout from Lulu on the Grove. :)