Jen's Blog of Random Thoughts: June 2009

Jennie Yuen

It has been a while since I've been out of the import car scene since my busy time with the new baby in the family. I'm still into the car scene and still have that passion, but haven't done any modifications with my car for a long time. I still have the Honda Civic, which is currently uninsured at the moment. Here's just an update with my modifications list:

Performance Mods:
* Type-R Vtec Motorswap
* Auto to Manual SiR Tranny Conversion
* Mugen reprogrammed ECU
* Lightened Type-R Flywheel
* ComptechUSA Type-R Header

Suspension Mods:
* 16" Enkei RS-E
* Kumho Supra Ecsta 712 tires
* H&R sports lowering springs
* KYB AGX Adjustable Shocks
* Hawk Performance Brake pads

Interior & Exterior:
* Neon lighting
* Carbon-fiber shift knob
* Momo shift boot
* Tinted windows
* Clear corner lens
* Custom Eyelids
* Projector Headlights
* Mugen Spoiler
* Mugen front lip
* Custom Euro tail-lights
* Painted mouldings & side skirts
* Painted side moldings and side mirrors

I.C.E.:
* Pioneer speakers
* Pioneer CD deck w/organic EL display
* two 10" Rockford Fosgate subwoofer w/ custom box
* Rio High Current Power Amp
* Blaupunkt front tweeters

Future Mods:
* Stillen front/rear bumper
* AEM Cold Air Intake
* Cross-drilled rotors
* LCD Screen
* Custom seats

Carshow Appearances:
* Driven to Perform Event (06-06-24 Vancouver, BC)
* Import Fest Vancouver (05-11-26 Vancouver, BC)
* VCC Show & Shine (05-09-18 Richmond, BC)
* Krank’d Car Audio Show & Shine (05-06-26 Vancouver, BC)
* Country Show & Shine (04-07-18 Langley, BC)
* Driven to Perform Event (04-06-26 Vancouver, BC)
* National Sport Compact (03-08-30 Vancouver, BC)
* Northwest Auto Salon 2003 (03-08-09 Vancouver, BC)
* Country Show & Shine 2003 (03-07-20 Langley, BC)
* ImportDynamix Showdown (03-07-19 Richmond, BC)
* Showoff Canada 2003 (03-06-07 Vancouver, BC)
* ImportSupreme 2003 (03-04-19 Vancouver, BC, Canada)
* ImportFest 2002 (02-11-23 Vancouver, BC, Canada)
* 604CivicClub Show & Shine 2002 (02-08-04)
* Import Showoff 2002 (02-06-08 Vancouver, BC, Canada)
* ImportJam2K2 (02-06-01 Millcreek, WA, USA)
* Ideal Tint RichCity2 (01-09-08 Richmond, BC, Canada)
* Boom 2001 (01-07-29 Richmond, BC, Canada)

Credits/Awards Acheived:
* ImportFest 2005 >> 3rd Place Baddest 92-95 Civic Trophy Award
* Vancouver Civics Show & Shine 2005 >> 3rd Place Girl Car
* ImportDynamix ShowDown 2003 >>Best of Show 2nd Place
* ImportShowoff 2003 >> Amateur Class 4-Door 1st Place
* Import Supreme 2003 >> Female Novice 1st Place
* RevScene 2nd place at ImportShowoff 2002

SPONSORED BY:
Richmond Honda (2004-2006)

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Bao Chao Vietnamese Food

Jennie Yuen

Another lunch day at Bao Chao Vietnamese Restaurant. We are regular customers there and we love their food. Well, I'm a fan of Pho noodles and I'd recommend this place. The service is fast and friendly. I ordered my usual: Lemon Grass Chicken Pho and the coconut drink.

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French Manicure

Jennie Yuen

I did this French Manicure a while back when I bought Avon's dry nail enamel product. I'm still selling Avon stuff, btw. This lasted me 3 weeks. Yes, these are my REAL nails. I don't like using fake ones cuz it doesn't feel natural. My sis says that I'm really good with nail polish so I occasionally do her nails for her. I ordered the gel nail stuff and the UV lamp. I'm excited to try out gel nails at home; can't wait.

Thanks to EverydayShopper, I've been inspired into doing nail art again. Kinda fun. I just need the time.

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Play Room Re-organized

Jennie Yuen

The re-organizing of the playroom/video game room is almost complete. It was originally my brother-in-law's little entertainment room, but we have now claimed the space as we need it for our little growing family. The room is also downstairs (between our livingroom/kitchen and computer room). Might as well claim the entire basement. Baby Brandon now has more room and space for his toys for his play time. I also decide to leave the television so we can have an extra play space with the PS2 and Nintendo consoles. Until we move out to our own place to live, I won't be cleaning out everything yet.

The photos are a bit blurry as it was roughly taken with my camera phone. Taken from left to right:

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Wisdom Teeth Removed

Jennie Yuen

I finally survived the weekend after having my wisdom teeth removed. My dentist appointment was supposedly late June, but they changed it on me because the dentist had plans. I had 2 top wisdom teeth that was needed to be taken out, and I was a bit nervous. I wasn't put to sleep during the process so I was wide awake. The dentist numbed my gums of course. The whole procedure only took 20 minutes. Not too bad. The actual pulling out of the tooth took about a minute or less.

For these few days, I was on rice congee diet or anything that is soft to eat. After 4 days now and my gumes are still swollen. It hurts; not painfully pinching hurt, but feels like it's bruised hurt. It'll get better over time.

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Mouse Found Alive on Mouse Trap

Jennie Yuen

Just got back home from having dinner at the parent's this friday evening and saw a little mouse stuck in the mouse trap inside our garage. Instead of using the usual mouse trap that snaps, we use heavy-weighted sheets that has a super-sticky side. It's great for catching spiders and bugs. Eew! Did I mention I'm afraid of spiders?

The little mouse was still alive and slightly struggling to get free. At the same time, it looked like it's been there a while and it was just laying on its side. I thought it was interesting to see and decided to take some photos.

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Arachnophobia

Jennie Yuen

a·rach·no·pho·bi·a - n. An abnormal fear of spiders.

Spiders are one of the few insects I fear. Anybody else afraid of spiders too? I think they are creepy looking creatures. I had this fear since I was a child. This topic came to mind because I was doing some cleaning of the room and re-organizing to make space. I haven't come across a lingering spider yet, but this just crossed my mind.

I remember that one time (long time ago) I screamed so loud and ran out of the room. It was in the morning when I woke up and saw a big spider crawling across the blanket right in front of my eyes. I knew I wasn't dreaming. I saw it and immediately I jumped off my bed, frightened -- frightened of where it would've end up if I was still asleep. Ahhh! Horrifying! Everytime I see a spider, I would get the same reaction.

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