I just printed off a bunch of maps to places that I want to go to when I'm in LA. I haven't been feeling all that excited about the trip since I haven't had time to even think about it. Last night I started making my list of things to bring. My biggest worry now is what outfits to bring. It got really hot today but least week seemed a little average. But I can't wait to be on holiday!!

I hope my smaller suitcase is adequate. I think when I went to Vegas, I brought my bigger suitcase, and it was barely enough! I don't think I will be packing that light. Mr. Nick left today for LA. It will be strange not talking to him or seeing him for 3 days. I know it doesn't sound like a lot, but we see each other almost every day. I will miss him, but at the same time, I will be glad to have some peace to clean and get ready for my departure :-D

This past weekend was the Vancouver Asian Film Festival. I think these type of events make me think about my Asian-ness. A volunteer asked me if I was Chinese, and  when I said, yes, she said I didn't look Chinese. I'm not sure what she thought I looked like though.

There was an interesting discussion on being called Asian-Canadian. Which goes first? Asian? or Canadian? And what is the meaning behind that? One professor used linguistics to choose...I've never even thought about what to call myself. It depends where I am and to whom I'm speaking. If I'm abroad, I say I'm Canadian. But here when people ask me what I am, I say Chinese.

Things to ponder.

It's almost time to leave work. This morning, I stood outside in the rain for 20 minutes before someone got to the office to open the door. Apparently everyone should have a key. I got mine today. Ugh.