popnea, Author at a popnea blog

Fandyland pt1

May 7, 2011 by popnea

Fei and Andy is getting married!

I woke up bright and early to make the wedding cake for today’s celebrations.

It’s been 5 years since I did anything like this before, but it was a lot of fun, and it did not take as long as I expected! I’m glad they only wanted a small one though, and not one with 10 different layers.

Very soon after, it was time for hair and make up for the bride and bridesmaid, and off course time for the bridesmaid to touch up her speech.

We had decorated our place with traditional Taiwanese signs for good luck.

Then the groom arrived with gifts in exchange for the bride, but first he had to make it past a bunch of questions.

He also had to serve tea for all family members before everyone could agree that he is a keeper.

BBQ Ribs!

May 1, 2011 by popnea

Dad has been on the hunt for ribs all week. Since I don’t like ribs myself, I don’t really know of a good place to find good ribs, but we finally found a restaurant tonight!

Catalina Island

May 1, 2011 by popnea

I’ve heard many good things about Catalina Island and have been wanting to go for some time, I thought it was a good opportunity to go with my parents.

I also want to visit Queen Mary, but will have to do that next time.

Saying goodbye to Long Beach.

About half way over to the Island we came across some dolphins on the hunt for food. Hundreds of them! It was very awesome, I have never seen so many dolphins at once before!

We arrived at Avalon, Catalina Island after about 60 minutes and was welcomed by a pelican.

It turned out, Catalina Island is like different country, I loved it and can’t believe I have not been here before. It’s less than two hours away and it is very awesome!

We had about 6 hours on the island, but there’s a lot more to explore on the island! Next time I want to stay over night!

Dinner at BJ’s

April 29, 2011 by popnea

My dad was proud of my mom for ordering a new beer before finishing up the first one!

San Diego Day 2

April 27, 2011 by popnea

We took a guided tour through the streets of San Diego on one of those old school busses.

Started off by driving thorough the Gaslamp Quarter, my favorite part of the town.

The view of downtown San Diego from the bridge over to Coronado Island.

One of many museums in Balboa Park.

Back to the Gaslamp District.

San Diego

April 26, 2011 by popnea

We rolled into San Diego this afternoon for a short get-away.

My first time in San Diego and I fell in love with the city right away!

I thought I took a lot more photos, but it seems like I was busy just soaking up the atmosphere.

Stone Brewing co.

April 26, 2011 by popnea

I love the Stone Brewing Company and was super excited to visit the brewery in Escondido!

We got there early and had time for a beer out on the patio before the tour of the brewery.

Downtown LA

April 25, 2011 by popnea

Took my parents to a tour Downtown, first stop was the Disney Concert Hall.

Angels Flight, the worlds shortest railway, was the second stop.

The view from the park by the Angels Flight;

Ice cream break!

The Art District is my favorite part of Downtown.

Rattlesnake sousage at the Wurstkuche.

Natural History Museum Party

April 24, 2011 by popnea

Time for another party at the Natural History Museum.

Cinespia was hosting this time, and it was not as well organized as when KCRW is hosting, but still fun!

I learned something new today as well!

The Getty Villa

April 23, 2011 by popnea

I finally made it to the Getty Villa! I have never been a big fan of the Getty Center, not my kind of art, but the Getty Villa is a place you have to visit, especially if you have studied art and have lived in Los Angeles for 5 years.

We took the architect tour which was very interesting, they made this corner to make you feel like you were standing in an archeological dig with all the different layers in the ground.