do exactly what you are afraid to do.

this is my last fall quarter at UCI ever and man it feels so surreal. where did all the time go?? real life awaits me after graduation. i'm not so sure i like this idea just yet.

take my hand

Take my hand, I'll teach you to dance
I'll spin you around, won't let you fall down.
Would you let me lead?
You can step on my feet
Give it a try, it'll be alright

Cause lovers dance when they're feeling in love
Spotlight shining, it's all about us
And every heart in the room will melt
This is a feeling I've never felt
But it's oh, oh, all about us :)

All About Us by He is We

my new favy song f'sho.

I am thankful for our friendship and a million things other beautiful things God has blessed me with.

therapy

"The truth is everyone is going to end up hurting you. you just have to find the people worth suffering for,"

In the end of it all, it's been a fun adventure with its laughter, crying, and everything in between. I wouldn't have asked for it any other way. People change and feelings change, there really isn't anything that controls that. Even though we've changed, and we're finding our own place in the world, when we find love, when we let go of love, when the tears fall or the happy smile spreads across your face; no matter where this crazy world takes us, we'll always have our moments together and our friendship.

I will miss you, but this time I'll remember all the lovely memories we shared. Maybe one day in the distant future we can hang out and be friends. Until then, I hope life treats you well and I hope you'd wish the same for me.

We crossed paths for a reason, and the planets align in a particular season.

dream as if you have forever

:)

it's funny how true this is

indestructible.

recap of an amazing October that includes:

-Utah and Vegas for Annie's wedding with the roomies. Cornbelly and almost peeing our pants.

-Vegas, halloween weekend with some great friends minus the drama

-Edge small group girls and You

-Miike Snow with tonio :)

-Roommate dinners

-Birthday surprises from the beautiful friends that I adore so dearly

-I am so thankful for incredible friends, patience and humble spirits

-Simply, a lovely month overall :)

my normal approach is useless here

there is a river.

it's interesting to see different types of personalities come out through art even if it's in coaster form.

coasters from color me mine with antonio.

after a long hiatus from blogging, i figured perhaps i should start writing in here again :) today is the first day of september and once again time quickly leaves and school is back before i know it.

I'm considering what I'd like to do once I graduate and my personal fulfillment would be to work for a company that impacts society for the better. They have internships for NIH. Holy criipes. National Institute of Health!!!

that's all for now.

I never stop learning.

First off,

I am honestly SO inspired by the greatness that has been brought to the table by my wonderful new coworkers at Carver Elementary. They are here to help me and open my eyes to brand new possibilities and learning strategies. Something that really stuck out to me was when my boss told me, "You could be doing something that I don't completely agree with, but I will always back you and support you"

Slightly intimidating upon first meeting him, my Site Coordinator is in his mid-thirties and has the stature of a former football player and marine, extremely fit and athletic aka the school's personal jungle gym. However, when he speaks he commands the respect and attention of these children. He said that he is placing pure faith that together, we will make a difference in the lives of these children.

THINK TOGETHER, I have a lot of goals set forth for the following year, especially with the kids that I'm going to be working with.

Teaching

Helping

Inspiring

Nurturing

Kids

Together :)

The one thing that I'd like to learn from Think Together is that acts of kindness, character building, team building are hopefully passed on to the kids and it becomes a trickle effect. If anything, these kids are going to keep me young at heart :P

As for UCI, HOLY MOLY i am going to graduate in a year! WHERE THE HECK DID TIME GO?

-J

grace is ALWAYS available

Grace is available for each of us every day...but we've got to remember to ask for it with a grateful heart and not worry about whether there will be enough for tomorrow

-Sarah Breathnach

in the sun

eggs and etc, long beach. eggs benedict and hash fries for breakfast

she & him, in the sun at the hollywood bowl

i saw it glitter as i grew

and love did what i never knew

i thought this place was heaven sent

in my mind,

and i couldn't help but fall in love again :D

-i thought i saw your face today, she and him

GOSH I AM SOOOOO SOOOO HAPPPY RIGHT NOW.

complete opposites.

If you've met my brother Patrick, you would know that he and I are complete opposites and somehow we are siblings. Of course there are moments that we bond over but the most hilarious thing was when I went to the movie theater with him a long time ago and someone asked, "Oh, is this your boyfriend?" I guess we sorta look alike. I definitely do not dress like him, talk like him, listen to the same music, but we share the same beliefs and I respect him. 

GOSH. I miss my brother :( I wish Arizona wasn't so far away. Like right now, if we were both living at home still I'd be in my room and he'd be in his. We'd both be doing our own thing, but it's the idea that I could just walk over and talk to him about whatever I was thinking about.

Another thing, that I find utterly unattractive is when people find the need to drink (alcohol) or smoke (cigarettes, weed, etc) socially in order to "feel cool" especially if they are underage. The best line is: "I can handle myself". There are friends and family members in my life that I wish I could straight up say, "Sorry, if I get worked up because I just know one day your health won't be in the best of conditions as it used to be and I happen to care about you ALOT". I'm not saying that I am perfect, in that I've never drank before, but I've come to realize that those things are unnecessary in my life to have a good time.

Feel free to go ahead and handle yourself, but I find it hard to find sympathy and compassion for you if you get hurt somehow, which I wish would never happen. You could have the kindest soul in the world, but my tolerance for drinking and smoking underage is none. I guess this is what I call a pet peeve of mine.

Does someone have to pass away in order for this point to be taken seriously?

GEEEEEEE WIZ.

today was a fairytale

all I can say is that this weekend was fantastic :) i love my friends.

here comes your man

Assolutamente adoro l'estate! :) The smell of summer is so sweet.

How will You respond?

This past weekend I was asked the question: "What is the right religion?" and I wasn't able to gather up the courage to say that Jesus is my savior and that He is the one worthy of my praises.

I hope that if the opportunity arises again, strength and wisdom will be behind me, supporting me. There are multiple "Gods" that can be worshipped in this culture that I live in, but there can only be one God. I am still struggling with that myself and publicly proclaiming that.

The Naples family along with Becca and Hanna went on a spur and decided to sponsor a child in India through http://www.harvestindia.org/ as a vocal action towards supporting the orphans in India because here in Orange County, we are so spoiled with our riches. By riches, I am referring to the fact that we have a roof over our heads and generally food to feed ourselves, amongst many other luxuries. This is just one small step towards humbling me as a person. To always be thankful for what I have.

Have a wonderful week :)

Goal: Be LESS selfish.

the wonder of living.

The wonder of living is held within the beauty of silence, the glory of sunlight, the sweetness of fresh spring air, the quiet strength of the earth, and the love that lies at the very root of all things.

-Anonymous

Love will have your back and hope will lift you from the ground. I encounter beautiful things everyday and I truly cherish the smaller moments/joys, with the grass between my toes sitting at the park on a blanket with the sun casting a gentle smile upon me.

paper moon.

"the way you kiss, so delicate

doesn't come around and i'm always gonna miss it"

-just friends, jason reeves

If we survive, get out alive

I'd like to say how beautiful I think you are.

I can't believe that one of my close friends just joined the navy and is at navy boot camp right now. Of course, I know friends of friends who have joined, but never have I gone through such strong feelings of not wanting to let her go. I miss her everyday and it's only been 2 days. As I said goodbye to her on her doorstep in the early hours of the morning, I absolutely didn't want to let her go. I wanted to hug her forever. That feeling of comfort is no longer there. Bittersweet is what I could call it.

Be safe over there. You're always in my mind :)

-Jaime

put that case in your car.

"where did you go when you knew you didn't know me?"

I'm wrestling between insurmountable feelings of anguish and happiness. I've done some serious reconsidering about some people in my life and how long they will continue to remain in my life. Some people have left unforgettable footprints in my heart and I hope that as the days pass, they will continue to be constants in my life as God is a constant everyday.

My life is so blessed. I can't ask for anything more because He always gives you what you need. Distinguishing needs and wants is still something that I need to realize the differences between, but it's shown me that undeniably, he knows what you need.

with love,

Jaime

water: always changing, always flowing.

SMH. sincerely, PH.

Dear you,

A woman's heart should be so close to God, that if a man wants her first, he will have to seek God first.

"If you love someone, you'd be willing to give up everything for them.

But if they loved you back, they'd never ask you to"

Things fall apart so that other things can fall together. Forever has no meaning when you're living in the moment. I wasn't ready for that moment to end. My heart can't help but melt when you tell me that I'm pretty when I look like a mess. The moments where we wake up in the morning and my hair is disheveled, yet you still say "You're pretty". Yep, its girly and I can't help it, but I know that secretly, every girl loves being told that she's pretty by that special someone in her life.

This week up until today has been a fantastic one :D I love dinners with annalyse, mike and edge kiddoes. Enjoying mac and cheese balls from cheesecake factory to kraft mac n cheese from a box.

i hope everyone's week is going swell.

Sincerely,

me.

little surprises.

next time you're stressed:

inhale and laugh

remember who you are and why you're here

you may be given things you can't handle, but you can learn to handle them.

be strong, be flexible, love yourself, love others.

keep moving forward :)

sometimes people ask me what i like to do for fun...

i enjoy parties, and hangouts but you would find me more likely to be playing scrabble or a board game with a couple of close friends.

i truly find joy in the small little trips to the grocery store, coffee shops and bookstores.

blessed to be at UCI and learning so much about circumstances. investing time in people. i can look back and remember the wonderful memories.

people have doubts and insecurities, but sometimes a reaffirmation of the wonderful qualities that i see in people is more than enough.

your love is more than enough.

RE:fuel.

"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love" Make every effort to keep the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace.

-Ephesians 4:2

time is constantly ticking.

I'm sharing my testimony today with pita and hummus small group/ bible study.

I had a wonderful time with Denise today and learned even more things about her that I didn't know before :) She makes me smile.

Antonio's phone call was really nice today. Little phone convos are so much more meaningful :]

B.o.B featuring Hayley Williams of Paramore- Airplanes

"can we pretend that airplanes

in the night sky

are like shooting stars?

i could really use a wish right now"

-listening to tiffany's music right while attempting to study as well.

EARTH WEEK 2010 at UCI. it should be earth year. everyday.

i also found out tonight that asuci health sciences representative wasn't meant to happen for me this year, a different opportunity will open up. this isn't the path that i am meant to take, but that also raises up a question for me? when am i supposed to know? it will happen when it happens.

TIME TO STUDY. for reals.

loads of love,

jaime.

chasing curiosity.

Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
-Proverbs 16:24

Imperfection is beauty. Madness is genius, and it's better to be completely ridiculous than absolutely boring.

I think. I wonder. I miss...
the carefree ways of childhood.

the path before us.

God doesn't promise a piece-of-cake lifestyle. He won't so smooth our roads that we never bounce around, but He will see that while we're driving them, we don't break an axle. With His power, we can keep on traveling the path He's set before us.

a LOT on my mind.

:)

ASUCI Health Sciences Representative

Hey everyone,

I hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend. I just wanted to let you know that I will be tabling Wednesday, Thursday and Friday this week so stop by and say hi, pick up some FREE FOOD or ask me any questions about Health Sciences Representative :)

I need YOUR help boothing, so please stop by if you have some free time between classes, or if you just want to hang out.

Wednesday 1:00pm-3:00pm in Biological Sciences

Thursday 9:00am-2:00pm in Social Science Ring Road

Friday 12:00pm-2:00pm in Aldrich Ring Road

Once again, thank you again for all your support. Please let anyone who is in the College of Health Sciences know that they are eligible to vote for me. The College of Health Sciences includes Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nursing Sciences and Public Health Sciences.

Best,

Jaime Ta

mind boggled.

Credits: Jake Gavino

Elections occur Week 3 from April 12-16
Vote at www.elections.uci.edu

You can vote for me if you are in the College of Health Sciences, and if you're not tell your friends that I'm running. Your support means an incredible amount to me :)

Note: This isn't the official poster yet, I need to take out the UCI logo. No copyright infringement intended.

I MISS SPRING BREAK.

dream of 6 impossible things for breakfast.

We are so preciously loved by Him that we cannot even comprehend it.

No created being can ever know how much and how sweetly and tenderly God loves them.

"The lord's light will illuminate through the eloquence of our actions"

-Jake Gavino

**There's nothing wrong with dreaming, living in fantasy and guarding my heart.

a domani,

jta.

toughest battles are internal.

The prospect of collaborating with only TWO Health Sciences Representatives for ASUCI seems like a daunting task to tackle the ambitious goals these health organizations want to accomplish with situations regarding poverty, medicine supply, and funding.

College of Health Sciences

Global Medical Brigades

Student Health Outreach

Public Health Association

Nursing Science

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Medicine...just to name a few.

---The factor of distribution of wealth lies at the root of these problems concerning families, schools and students unable to afford health care. Prevention seems like the plausible way to answer these questions, but prevention involves so much more than education. It involves addressing the interest groups and affiliated organizations while making sure to address the issues of the individuals at hand.

Of course, one can not please everyone, thus doing what is best for the majority will create some tension and loosen some tension amongst faculty, staff and students, but at the end of it all...I suppose the knowledge we acquire is meant to spread and help for the greater good.

Still learning everyday,

-Jaime

a case of consciousness.

We will all "come forth as gold" if we understand that He is sovereign and knows what is best, even when we cannot understand what is happening at the time. He asks us to trust Him and to know that He cares for us even when we can't seem to track Him.

I am putting my trust in the Lord.

Have you pondered the idea that the Lord of the universe is your friend? Perhaps you've been stopped in your tracks by the awe of that truth. Many blessings follow friendship with God, but so do challenges. The Creator expects much of his friends, just as He gives much.

buona notte.

if my heart were a house, you'd be my home :]

sometimes people defy all logic.

"Maybe that's what it call comes down to. Love, not as a surge of passion, but as a choice to commit to something, someone, no matter what obstacles or temptations stand in the way. And maybe making the choice again and again, day in and day out, year after year, says more about love than never having a choice to make at all"- Emily Giffin

unmistakeably, i can still feel your heart beat fast when you dance with me.

ciao,
J.

splendor.

"The splendor of the rose and the whiteness of the lily do not rob the little violet of its scent nor the daisy of its simple charm. If every tiny flower wanted to be a rose, spring would lose its loveliness."

-therese of lisieux

ciao,

jta

a domani.

pb&j

peanut butter & jelllyyyyy. had it for the first time in a long time this weekend at DLSSP.

I'm so excited!! I hope to see YOUR beautiful face there :)

Circle K Service Auction

Friday February 26, 2010

6-9pm

Social Science Lecture Hall

University of California, Irvine

This is what my cousin, Mike designs: Supreme 2010 Spring/Summer Collection

Tomorrow is Tiffany's 21st Birthday...Disneyland on the agenda so far. keke

I also want to volunteer abroad this summer! I'm in the process of filling out my application!

Global Volunteer Network :) :) Hopefully everything works out and I can go.

ciao,

jta.

search your heart.

my accountability. she likes all things orange & cow related.

cute ladies.

pita & hummus small group sister appreciation night put on by our brother small groups :) SUPER cute.

judy & grace. tiffany and i like to add some excitement to the pictures.

The question was asked to all the guys last night, "What does Love mean to you?"

One answer that stuck out to me in particular was, "There are two types of love: unconditional and conditional. God offers you unconditional love and to compare His love to anything on earth would be unfair and unjustifiable. The type of love found on earth is conditional. Our goal is to one day go from conditional to unconditional love".

dangerous and sweet.

"Let us love, not in word or speech but in truth and action"

Follow the tugs in your heart. I think that everyone gets these gentle urges and should listen to them. Even if they seem absolutely insane in the membrane, they may be worth going for. 

I'm so uberkelyz excited for:

1. Annie's wedding!!! my summer roommate is getting married. crayola.
2. Kelly & Tommy's wedding :] ecstatic. 
3. Next year? Gasp. wtfreak?!? Moving out? Finding a new place to live, quite possibly with the potential addition of MORE roommates. snapz.
4. Spring quarter. New classes, new material @ UCI.  My professors are amazing. They frustrate me, make me want to burn books occasionally, but they get me to learn and truly respect hard work. 
5. Learning NEW things everyday, all day.

I thoroughly enjoy this song right now. "Must Be Dreaming" by Frou Frou

I am reminded constantly of the love in this world. Today is no exception :) 

Ciao,

JTa.

limitless hope

pita & hummus love :)

i'm excited for girls night. the end.

heaven in my hurricane.

This is in no way whatsoever true, but to a certain degree it is. hahaha

"When people ask Jesus to follow him, Jesus asks them to do a cost/benefit analysis. He invites them to weigh it out"- Mike from Rock Harbor

What is the price of greed or generosity?

The price of humility or pride?

The price of love or hatred?

The price of living in awe of You is priceless. All that is required is your heart.

So I'll let my words be few--Jesus, I am so in love with you.

happiness of life

"The happiness of life is made up of minute fractions--the little, soon-forgotten charities of a kiss or a smile, a kind look or a heartfelt compliment"

-samuel taylor coleridge

Dreams are always crushing when they don't come true, but it's the simple dreams that are often the most painful, because they seem so personal, so reasonable, so attainable. You're always close enough to touch, but never close enough to hold. And it's close enough to break your heart.

I have my midterm in less than 2 hours. AHHHHHH. i can't wait for the weekend.

coldhearted.

hehehe this is so cute! too bad they're not selling it on woot yet :( oh wells.

FOREVER.

Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good. His love endures forever.

Give thanks to the God of gods. His love endures forever.

Give thanks to the Lord of lords: His love endures forever.

To him who alone does great wonders, his love endures forever.

Pslam 136:1-4 NIV

When the friends you care about ENDURE and persevere through difficult times, I can't help but humbled about how easily people can be taken from this earth. You, and your family are in my prayers.

jta.

go RED for women

Go Red For Women celebrates the energy, passion and power we have as women to band together to wipe out heart disease and stroke. Thanks to the participation of millions of people across the country, the color red and the red dress now stand for the ability all women have to improve their heart health and live stronger, longer lives.

Save the date: February 5, 2010.

National Wear Red Day :)

I'm going to start helping out AHA again.

the snow glitters in the sun.

"Perfection isn't a requirement for usefulness. God wants willing hearts"

This could be a story about how things went terribly unexpected on this trip to Big Bear for Jen's 24th birthday or it could be a story of how He puts you through an adventure for a reason.

Left irvine at 5am to arrive in big bear at 8pm, which truly embodies the quote "it's not the destination but the journey it takes to get there"

Not going to lie, I was terrified when we were driving up the windy hill with cars getting in accidents left and right due to the weather conditions, but He let us make it up and down safely and for that I am thankful not to mention that the rest of our party got there and home safely.

I am also thankful for being able to make legit snow angels in SUPER soft powder fresh snow.

-Our driver, khang and of course my companions in the coche, kimmy and luu. great entertainment and talking buddies.

-snowball fights

-storytime: how to cancel out a cuddle, big spoon + little spoon, reindeer onesies

-etc.

All in all, it was simply breath taking. Imagine blankets of snow gently covering everything. It is so beautiful, reminded me of marshmallows.

trust.

1234...the way i am.

i got my bangs cut at split ends for free today. totally legit. they are so nice. check them out :)

a list of things that make me happy:

1. my naples family
2. my friends and family even though they sometimes drive me crazy
3. boiling crab!!! ahaha i can't resist.
4. milk and honey raspberry chai tea lattes, 85 bakery berrytales & boba
5. lazy rainy days with hot chocolate and whipped creame
6. good conversations and jokes with friends
7. edge small group :) yay for my accountability :P
8. sushi deli, mochilato, shaved ice, spices thai cafe
9. life-changing relationships
10. MY LIFE!

from the inside out

Everlasting, Your light will shine when all else fades

Never-ending, Your glory goes beyond all fame

I am yours, I am forever yours.

extra smiles for when i'm blue.

I'd like the kind of love that lasts forever. It doesn't have to be extravagant, it can be simple and plain. It doesn't matter if it's complicated, it just has to be there.

The difference between holding on to hurt or releasing it with forgiveness is like the difference between laying your head down at night on a pillow filled with thorns or a pillow filled with rose petals.

"I knew better than to let you break my heart

This soul you'll never see again, won't be showing scars.

You still love her, I can see it in your eyes

The is truth is all I hear every time you lie."

-Every Time You Lie, Demi Lovato

p.s. almonds are a part of the peach family.

courage is the foundation of integrity.

consuming fire, fan into flame.

certainly excited for this event happening January 28th and 29th. "Sex, love & God" :)
i love rock harbor. more importantly, a passion for your name.

p.s. i want corduroy toms and some Disneyland time. why?!?! i can't help my wishes.

au revoir mon ami.