Tahoe Ski Trip....
RIDES:
how we bonded…since I didn’t know anyone in my car-group (from original list), I anticipated my ride to tahoe to be a long and awkward one. Even though this last-minute combination seemed awfully different from the others, however, I daresay our uniqueness and randomness probably outlasted the enthusiasm of other cars. With our somewhat dumb-n-dumber-like-attitude, we each instigated clever, daring conversations that became ONE of my four highlights for this ski trip. we each participated at a level of mediocrity that was stress-free, pressure-free, and most importantly, limit-free. we were extremely honest and open with each other; a quality that impressed and interested me at the same time. the combination of tboy’s dry humor, talker’s “listening-skills,” camera boy’s artsy pitstops, and my tomboyish charm (haha!)…we got to know each other in a personal, yet harmless way that piqued our curiosities…but also leaving plenty of breathing room to uphold our mystiques. Not all but enough was revealed to allow us to bond...we were the ONLY group that arrived fashionably late to tahoe on Friday night, but the three guys taught me how to “live life” and “be patient.” heads up to some of my SoCal friends..it was no longer a novel idea for bonnie to eat Mexican food, since we ate it on the way up and down….haha (go figure!). the ride up would not have been complete of course without the boys’ affirmation to listen to NSYNC! in a clockwise fashion, we also shared our philosophies on topics ranging from gw’s book of questions to first impressions to relationship-issues. I must shamefully admit that I chose to leave them for a faster car at the end of our journey, NOT because I had qualms with american, but the japanese offered.
So, the dynamics of the conversation changed. With 5 people in this packed accord, the environment was a bit more intense. my femi-nazi attitude probably aroused more attention than called for…though I felt the need to back my own kind. the talks came off sounding a bit more offensive (though challenging), maybe because there were three argumentative minds? Not sure. but we each butted heads and the 1.5 hours of conversation never ceased to stop. how amazing! i must say…the combination of these three minds (HIGHLIGHT #2) in any situation can be quite competitive, but definitely worth picking.
SNOWBOARDING (HIGHLIGHT #3):
A blast…how can it not be? first time in tahoe, first time on group-outting, first time being in a real "snowed in" environment...who cares about hitting my head backwards (several times)? who cares if I literally flew off the lift ‘cause of dlu? who cares if will and jc tried to scare me from behind? I had quality talks on each lift ride, received pointers from boarding pros (TN/JH/GL), appreciated how E. W. and S. took care of me, and successfully landed several lifts…i noticed that chi was probably my constant factor...must be my lucky charm. it was definitely a bonding moment. sometimes you don't need a perfect environment to make yourself happy...i was happy simply with the company.
Saturday NITE:
Despite the many hurdles that night--car trouble, weather problems, transporting people back, food decisions--we managed to all hang out under one roof and have fun. taboo...reminded me of my irvine friends. haha, it's funny to see how each one responds. no one is exceptionally good, or bad (ah hem!), but it's funny to see the different strategies people use to play the game. i attempted to play chinese chess again, but that didn't go far when i knew i would never be able to compete with the other "minds." other groups were playing cards, drinking (water) games, and making snow-angels shirtless. i continued to have several good conversations about life with mr. whiny and the other two "minds;" they thought i wouldn't be able to teach my kids chinese. i begged to differ.
SunDAY:
wow...guys are always into mischief! they barricaded us and built a wall of snow on our front and back doors. i had to capture this on camera...for proof. they will soon be charged (somehow)...but, it was EASILY knocked down by vickie's girlpower....easily. must have been built by weaklings! =) then before we headed out again, we had several snowball fights (HIGHLIGHT #4). gosh, it was like sweden all over again. somehow, this trip reminded me a lot like my study abroad experience. but this time, the fights were down and dirty...i was tempted to "play" several times, but i held back, thinking....nah, i'm not that competitive yet....but THEN, DS provoked me! how dare?!? what was he thinking...i don't remember what was really happening; all i knew was that my adrenalin rush told me: "his head down." so while pinning him down onto the snow, i just recalled piling snow on his face consistently, as if to bury his head! of course there was retaliation...i was down; i no longer had control; oohh....my small group leader came to the rescue...we both jumped onto DS! hahaha...another "fight" between the three of us.
the drive was long. but nevertheless, the day ended nicely...in addition, i learned (another epiphany) that maybe i AM an introvert--contrary to what i always thought of myself to be. a very intelligent friend pointed that out to me...the way i think, the way i observe...categorizes me more as an introvert than an extrovert. i guess i was always wrong in thinking that extroverts were social butterflies...so when my long time 6-foot friend called, he confirmed it for me. oh it was so nice to catch up with 6-foot. it's been so long; somehow, the dynamics of our conversations have changed as well. maybe it's part of growing up. he sounded a bit wiser, a bit more mature...as if he truly understood what i was saying....sometimes i don't even understand myself! and then...even later that night, i was awakened by another phone call...it was nice though, despite the hour, to untangle some knots in my mind...
RIDES:
how we bonded…since I didn’t know anyone in my car-group (from original list), I anticipated my ride to tahoe to be a long and awkward one. Even though this last-minute combination seemed awfully different from the others, however, I daresay our uniqueness and randomness probably outlasted the enthusiasm of other cars. With our somewhat dumb-n-dumber-like-attitude, we each instigated clever, daring conversations that became ONE of my four highlights for this ski trip. we each participated at a level of mediocrity that was stress-free, pressure-free, and most importantly, limit-free. we were extremely honest and open with each other; a quality that impressed and interested me at the same time. the combination of tboy’s dry humor, talker’s “listening-skills,” camera boy’s artsy pitstops, and my tomboyish charm (haha!)…we got to know each other in a personal, yet harmless way that piqued our curiosities…but also leaving plenty of breathing room to uphold our mystiques. Not all but enough was revealed to allow us to bond...we were the ONLY group that arrived fashionably late to tahoe on Friday night, but the three guys taught me how to “live life” and “be patient.” heads up to some of my SoCal friends..it was no longer a novel idea for bonnie to eat Mexican food, since we ate it on the way up and down….haha (go figure!). the ride up would not have been complete of course without the boys’ affirmation to listen to NSYNC! in a clockwise fashion, we also shared our philosophies on topics ranging from gw’s book of questions to first impressions to relationship-issues. I must shamefully admit that I chose to leave them for a faster car at the end of our journey, NOT because I had qualms with american, but the japanese offered.
So, the dynamics of the conversation changed. With 5 people in this packed accord, the environment was a bit more intense. my femi-nazi attitude probably aroused more attention than called for…though I felt the need to back my own kind. the talks came off sounding a bit more offensive (though challenging), maybe because there were three argumentative minds? Not sure. but we each butted heads and the 1.5 hours of conversation never ceased to stop. how amazing! i must say…the combination of these three minds (HIGHLIGHT #2) in any situation can be quite competitive, but definitely worth picking.
SNOWBOARDING (HIGHLIGHT #3):
A blast…how can it not be? first time in tahoe, first time on group-outting, first time being in a real "snowed in" environment...who cares about hitting my head backwards (several times)? who cares if I literally flew off the lift ‘cause of dlu? who cares if will and jc tried to scare me from behind? I had quality talks on each lift ride, received pointers from boarding pros (TN/JH/GL), appreciated how E. W. and S. took care of me, and successfully landed several lifts…i noticed that chi was probably my constant factor...must be my lucky charm. it was definitely a bonding moment. sometimes you don't need a perfect environment to make yourself happy...i was happy simply with the company.
Saturday NITE:
Despite the many hurdles that night--car trouble, weather problems, transporting people back, food decisions--we managed to all hang out under one roof and have fun. taboo...reminded me of my irvine friends. haha, it's funny to see how each one responds. no one is exceptionally good, or bad (ah hem!), but it's funny to see the different strategies people use to play the game. i attempted to play chinese chess again, but that didn't go far when i knew i would never be able to compete with the other "minds." other groups were playing cards, drinking (water) games, and making snow-angels shirtless. i continued to have several good conversations about life with mr. whiny and the other two "minds;" they thought i wouldn't be able to teach my kids chinese. i begged to differ.
SunDAY:
wow...guys are always into mischief! they barricaded us and built a wall of snow on our front and back doors. i had to capture this on camera...for proof. they will soon be charged (somehow)...but, it was EASILY knocked down by vickie's girlpower....easily. must have been built by weaklings! =) then before we headed out again, we had several snowball fights (HIGHLIGHT #4). gosh, it was like sweden all over again. somehow, this trip reminded me a lot like my study abroad experience. but this time, the fights were down and dirty...i was tempted to "play" several times, but i held back, thinking....nah, i'm not that competitive yet....but THEN, DS provoked me! how dare?!? what was he thinking...i don't remember what was really happening; all i knew was that my adrenalin rush told me: "his head down." so while pinning him down onto the snow, i just recalled piling snow on his face consistently, as if to bury his head! of course there was retaliation...i was down; i no longer had control; oohh....my small group leader came to the rescue...we both jumped onto DS! hahaha...another "fight" between the three of us.
the drive was long. but nevertheless, the day ended nicely...in addition, i learned (another epiphany) that maybe i AM an introvert--contrary to what i always thought of myself to be. a very intelligent friend pointed that out to me...the way i think, the way i observe...categorizes me more as an introvert than an extrovert. i guess i was always wrong in thinking that extroverts were social butterflies...so when my long time 6-foot friend called, he confirmed it for me. oh it was so nice to catch up with 6-foot. it's been so long; somehow, the dynamics of our conversations have changed as well. maybe it's part of growing up. he sounded a bit wiser, a bit more mature...as if he truly understood what i was saying....sometimes i don't even understand myself! and then...even later that night, i was awakened by another phone call...it was nice though, despite the hour, to untangle some knots in my mind...
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