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Congrats Ke to your new memoir. While I don't read books (I hate reading - bores the crap outta me), Ke Huy Quan's memoir would be something I would read. For once, for real. That, and having Lang Lang's "Journey Of A Thousand Miles" autobiography are keepers. Ke's book would definitely be worth purchasing or supporting, in this society or world where there isn't much to support. Looking forward to more details on it. What an inspiring, underdog story from Ke Huy Quan, well-known for his childhood roles. He disappeared because like Asian actors, he "doesn't look the part" and was shut out. Unfortunately, it is still going on today and no end in sight (at this point, just let everything fall apart or disappear. Doesn't matter how many years it takes. We just focus on our own now). It only took the tremendous success of EEAAO for Ke to complete his comeback. Sunday, March 08, 2026 Daayum, Quang - if that BBQ meal is Lazy, then I'm the World's Greatest Chef. Haha. But a Lazy Man Meal, that just fits me anyway haha. New playlist ideas: Tony LC Signs' "Funny Fat Fails" haha. "Gettin' Diggy Wid It"'s "Real World Sensibilities". Unfortunately, we all know too well Diggy's "I Wish I Was A Little Bit Taller" Syndrome. It's ok, Diggy - I myself pretended to feel taller when in fact I stopped growing after elementary school. Also - at least you don't have the "Bobby Lee Syndrome" - a perpetual Hobbit or Minion haha. Another Tony LC Sign moment - what a custom or tradition. The bride be like, "I'm not smiling until that Guy's bank account is completely drained or emptied". Haha. Why stop there, have him keep going until the entire fed reserve is gone. The first two Impromptus are quite dynamic, but the 3rd is going to be more tender. And the fourth - quite frenetic. Saturday, March 07, 2026 Tony LC Signs' "Life Hacks" in looking busy at work when you're really not. Let's face it, there's downtime everywhere and anywhere in every job (except perhaps for the slave labor used by Amazon). In fact, I reckon there's the most downtime all day in politics (if you can even call that work. Cause they're all un-productive). So how about that clown-lookin' bar guy serving drinks? Yeah, just prepare a few glasses and fiddle around with some goddamn contraptions or tools for them. You're not looking busy, you're looking more like an Ass Clown or a complete Ass. Might as well use the funny-lookin' utensils to jack off all day haha. For anyone desk-bound like myself, just move your mouse and pretend that you're typing - and of course, consistently switch or toggle between browser windows of your various work programs to "really look busy". Hahaha. Schubert's pieces can be "deceptively straight-forward". But in truth, there's more than meets the eye and they can be quite difficult. None more so than the Impromptus. At a glance, it appears straight-forward. But if you know how to read sheet music properly and if you know how to pay attention (which I know a lot of folks do not), then you find out that it is more difficult when you actually play it. Impromptu No. 1 Op 90 - the bass or supporting melody consistently changes with a share of accidentals littered everywhere. Usually the bass or supporting melody is repeating and the same. And then you have intricate passages in the arpeggios, which makes it difficult to navigate for unconditioned fingers. With that said, looking to complete the 4 impromptus and Liszt's 3 concert etudes. Booyah! Friday, March 06, 2026 Nuhmeh High Standards-Style! While having and maintaining high standards might lead to an easier time in accomplishing your goals or becoming what you want to become, it can also be a detriment without character or without the proper "attitude" or "mindset". As Thach Nguyen would advocate, "stay humble" and never compromise your selflessness or humanity. And only then, you might become a Pimped-Out, Lambo-Ridin' G like Thach haha. You never know with content creators - some might all of a sudden quit or abandon their channels altogether. I'll usually give them a few months before deciding to unsub or not. It's even more unnerving if there are no updates or announcements. They just disappear or are gone. Kev Jumba might have been a prime example of that long ago. Thursday, March 05, 2026 McDonald's Big Arch looks disgusting - it is just a Big Mac supersized. Same synthetic, rubbery patties. The Big Arch = The Big Turd haha. Leave it up to Sungwon Cho to give a blunt, and truthful food review. It's a good thing he took his mind off of the horrible-ness of the world, and enjoyed his vacation in Asia. I do have an affinity for the classic double cheeseburgers combo meal once in awhile however. Look, you Whale of a Lady. If you lost weight, then I'm the most popular, famous musician in the world. That snorlax might've looked in the mirror, and had that "Shallow Hal" type of interpretation or moment haha. Say what you want about the leveling experience - it has always been part of the MMO. So, aside from just end-game PvP, the leveling is something I take my time with and enjoy (regardless of a crappy storyline or not). I might have a new craving in Costco Cookies. Tuesday, March 03, 2026 You know it's a must-watch when there's a Fart anecdote or discussion on "Dudes Behind The - Gaseous Anomalies"? haha. Tim Chantarangsu might be goddamn gassy, but some of us like myself also received that inquiry: "Why Do You Fart So Goddamn Much?!". Collector's Editions in any video game tend to be over-priced. The Epic or Heroic Edition should have been priced at what the Base / Standard Edition is, and that should've lowered twenty dollars at least. But gaming companies go by business models - they go by how scammers think, "There's A Sucka Born Every Minute" to make money. You get tons of pixelated goodies (but even then, they suck balls), but they are all a waste. What happened to tangible goodies - art book, CD's, signed copies, etc. All it takes is a complete wipe or deletion of the Servers and your "pixelated goodies" are gone. What A Waste. I'm only into end-game PvP. Nothing else - I don't give a rat's ass about. Otherwise, I was on the fence about this new expansion. Oh - and I'm still coming after that mclovin'-lookin'....haha. You mofos can't be elusive forever. Thursday, February 26, 2026 If Tony from LC Signs felt tremors all the way at his HQ or Factory, that must've been one, large - uh, whale. Or Snorlax. Or whatever it is. Would probably make Dave Blunts' crowd surfing stunt pale in comparison. Haha. I still say it til this day. Playfully to my kids haha. Or, "Watchoootalkinabout'Doc'willis??" haha. This catchphrase is more than just a pint-sized saying - it's taller than Yao Ming. While Gary Coleman might've been sick of it, who didn't watch reruns because lil Arnold. Roll call (current and future practice repertoire): Liszt, Concert etudes No. 2 and No. 3 Schubert, Ave maria (2 verses / vocals) Schubert, Impromptu No. 1 Schubert, Wanderer Fantasy (sometime in the future) Liszt, Danse Macabre (sometime in the future) J.S. Bach, finish the Variations Beethoven, finish the "Appassionata" Tuesday, February 24, 2026 I highly enjoy Tony Ann's visualizers, and visualizers in general - sometimes, they make the ideal music video. And good luck to Tony Ann's tour! So are there any plans to tour Asia. "Things That Make You Go - WTF?!" haha. Tim Chantarangsu does know a bit too much about strip clubs - by day, Father Of The Year. By night, let's get horneh! *with fists pumping* Go Tim!, go Tim!, go Tim!, Go Tim!, etc. *extreme exaggerated mock dancing* haha. I think Tim C. should organize another group trip to a strip club - that'll get yer fans off their asses. I began watching some J-Dramas. Some observations so far - I think they are enticing enough to watch more. Very meticulous and thorough, yet subdued and minimal (no over-emotional acting, minimal music, etc.). In contrast, K-Dramas tend to get overly intense and emotional. J-Dramas can get intense - but they don't need to show much. That's effective. I reckon C-Dramas are a bit of both. They probably add exaggerated elements as well. Monday, February 23, 2026 My god - it wasn't as if D-So was lookin' at nudes or porn out in the open haha. Or was he. The hysterical reaction by the wifey was most likely acted, but seemed convincing enough haha. It's difficult to believe that it wasn't - if a spouse was that PO'd, the video or post would have been deleted or removed. Inquiring minds want to know, where is Mac and what is he doing? Is there anything to be concerned about, did something happen. Well, it's a wait-and-see. But for fun, let's play multiple choices: 1. he lost his gear to record / upload 2. been busy settin' up shop in "Fuck It" 3. just trying to figure things out and taking a break (you'd think there at least be a small update on that). 4. just chillin' with his mother (you'd think there at least be a small update on that). It could be none of these things, but my guess would be No. 3. I just blog about these things just because. Speaking of another "just because", I've been watching some nostalgic vids about 10 to 15 interesting or secretive shit on classic shows or films from decades ago. Remember "Saved By The Bell" - I didn't know that Dustin Diamond was treated like an outcast and alienated by everyone for the full duration of the show's run (relatable, so there's a bit of sympathy). No surprise he wrote that "tell-all" book other than making money. He might've been an ass backstage, but who knows. Then you have other juicy tidbits like backstage rivalries, dating, becoming sick of the show and each other, alcoholism / caffeine pills, etc. Sunday, February 22, 2026 Nuhmeh-Rolls Royce-Style! Apparently, pimpin' is easy for Thach Nguyen with his new Thach-Mobile 2026 haha. All he has to do now is get new bling, convert the Royce into a Low Ridah, and he's all set. More Tony LC Sign notables: "You, Ma'am - Are. A. Very. Large. (and round). Lady". And the Blobfish fits. yer. profile. Ha. Ha. Ha. Could be Dave Blunts' distant relative. We definitely respect Quang Tran's cooking game. Any game. Especially the fried chicken. You could hear the crunch when he bites into it, and the juice oozing out. Banquet > Hungry-Man. The portion size might not be as much has Hungry man, but it tastes better. Take it from Sungwon Cho. Haha. Friday, February 20, 2026 Bela Bartok is a very technical composer - I've seen some sheet music but I'm not familiar or that exposed to the composer's repertoire at all. Except Microkosmos when learning the piano. Bartok is another benchmark for concert pianists. However - due to the unfamiliarity, it's probably not in my radar at all. Slavic composers are technically demanding. The melody would have to be inspiring and immersive (and not too long) to even consider learning a piece. The most common question coming from Asian parents on Lunar New Year's - "Why U Still Fat?". Haha. Sung Kang making the rounds in promoting his new film - looking forward to that. He also has an underdog story - not getting meaningful opportunities because of the way he looks, or being Asian (as with other Asian actors). And he has to create for himself. Daniel Dae Kim has been quiet (quiet kind of busy I guess, in a sense of avoiding social media. Only updating when necessary or need to). The way everything is just fucked up in today's society, I don't blame him. Most things are in a decline anyway - better not to. Thursday, February 19, 2026
Mountain coasters are the only coasters I'd have the guts to try. Sunglasses cams - it doesn't work for me. The tint makes the video look unnatural but the sound is alright - I prefer natural lighting. But on coasters, if they are the only ones available - it's probably more convenient then having it strapped to your wrist or holding it. I'm focusing on Concert Etude No. 2, but also practicing No. 3 in conjunction a bit at a time. Page 2
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