Today was packed with tasks. After dropping Hamer off at school for her half-day session with awards and homework, I shared Retro content at work and joined a two-hour meeting.
At noon, we rehearsed twice and spotted areas for improvement. In the afternoon, I took Hamer for a dental sealant redo, as some molars hadn’t come in yet. I also bought a Daoxiangcun gift box for Xiaoyan’s uncles.
Unfortunately, I’ve been unable to get a train ticket home, leaving me a bit stressed.
Today, I worked on my presentation but felt stuck, shifting focus to data-sharing between mobile and desktop in the afternoon.
A gym session at noon helped clear my mind. In the evening, I shopped with Hamer and enjoyed a simple dinner.
Family updates included my uncle’s scooter accident, requiring surgery and rest, and my cousin’s wedding plans being canceled, which left everyone disappointed.
Hamer has been thoroughly enjoying playing the role of our barista these past mornings, taking our coffee orders with enthusiasm.
Frozen, 2013
As kids, Elas and Anna sneak into the Great Hall to play in the winter wonderland that Elas creates. Frozen filmmakers help a “Sister Summit” in which women from across the stuido were invited to share stories of their own sisterly bonds. Their stories helped inspired Elsa and Anna’s.
Today was dedicated to product work, starting with a kick-off meeting focused on managing a tight schedule before Spring Festival. Discussions continued around the feasibility of an “S” feature, concluding it could reference previous designs.
I explored Field Maps, Survey123, and QuickCapture, gaining insights on drawing tools, GPS integration, and barcode scanning.
Xiaoyan had a reassuring hospital visit, spent the afternoon with Hamer at shopping center (Pop Land was closed).
Cars, 2006
Doc Hudson is Radiator Springs’ doctor and town judge. Doc was voiced by actor Paul Newman, a film legend who was also a race car driver.
Today began with Xiaoyan feeling unwell due to possible allergies and poor sleep.
At work, I coordinated presentation details with colleagues and participated in planning a team stage play, which brought a sense of progress despite pending refinements.
In the afternoon, I refined the desktop app’s web-to-app linking feature and submitted a PR.
The day ended on a warm note as Hamer and I practiced my dance performance together, with her keen eye helping me improve.
Beauty and the Beast, 1991
Belle refuses Gaston’s offer of marriage. She’s not in love with him, but Gaston loves Gaston enough for two. The great hunter can’t resist admiring his reflection at every opportunity. He’s a catch-he’ll be the first one to tell you!
Today, we all enjoyed sleeping in today, especially Hamer, who didn’t have to wake up early for school. After getting up, we began with a cozy family breakfast as Hamer prepared her own meal.
During a morning meeting, I stumbled through a Pipelines presentation, realizing I need to improve my speaking skills.
The afternoon was dedicated to editing and refining the year-end parth show script. Hamer spent quality time with Grandma at the park, sharing heartfelt moments.
In the evening, I explored AI video tools while Hamer and Xiaoyan filled the house with music and laughter.
Steamboat Willie, 1928
While piloting a stramboat, Mickey Mouse whistles a happy tune, amazing audiences when the cartoon permiered in 1928. For the first time, an animated character’s actions were perfectly synced to the film’s soundtrack. Mickey’s whistle made movie history.
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Today began with a cozy breakfast made by Hamer and me. The morning was filled with quiet productivity—Hamer painted while I worked on a show script.
In the afternoon, I practiced driving but had a nerve-wracking moment narrowly avoiding a collision.
The evening brought cheerful moments as Xiaoyan and Hamer exercised together, and Hamer planned her upcoming tasks: taking Grandma on walks, studying Starfall, and completing her English exercises.
Today started with a heartfelt chat with Hamer, who decided to pause her dance lessons until after the Spring Festival.
In the morning, we watched Ratatouille at home. After lunch, we went to the cinema to see Big World. Before the movie, Hamer felt torn—she wanted to be with us but was afraid it might scare her. After the movie, we enjoyed time at the ice rink, despite a minor fall. Later in the afternoon, we got new hairstyles, and the evening brought two pieces of great news from Dad.
We ended the day with Luca playing in the background, feeling grateful yet slightly anxious about the busy weeks ahead.
Luca, 2021
Sea monsters Luca and Alberto have never eaten pasta before. They are astonished. It is delicious!
Today was Xiaoyan’s birthday, and after dinner, we celebrated with cake and a surprise violin gift. Despite some initial struggles with the new bow, we finally got it to produce sound after carefully applying rosin.
Hamer managed everything on her own, including preparing her breakfast. She only had a half-day at school today and will be on vacation. I kept up with my gym habit, albeit with a lighter routine.
Encanto, 2021
Mirable has been trying to avoid telling the village children that, unlike everyone else in her family, she does not possess a magical power, But the flower-delivery guy reveals her truth. “Gift or not gift,” Mirabel declares, “I am just as special as the rest of my family.”
Today started with a cozy family breakfast after an amusing alarm mishap. Xiaoyan continued her vegetarian plan, backed by vitamin supplements.
I spent the morning rethinking my Earth 230 Tips strategy, focusing on quality over quantity. In the afternoon, I gathered materials for the year-end party show, deciding to blend existing content instead of creating everything from scratch.
Ratatouille, 2007
Remy can’t talk to human, so Linguini can’t understand Remy’s cooking instructions. But Remy discovers that pulling on Linguini’s hair gives the rat control of Linguini’s arms. Here they are practicing their technique, and then the two get the same far-fetched idea at once: Remy will guide Linguini via his hair. This will take some practice!
Happy New Year! 🎉
I slept until noon after staying up late watching Hot Stove League. After a delicious lunch, we accompanied Xiaoyan for a facial, and I later took Hamer to the park. We chatted about our New Year plans and enjoyed rides like Extreme Transformer and Happy Swing. On the way home, I bought rice noodle rolls for dinner.
Cinderalla, 1950
As the clock strikes midnight, Cinderella runs from the palace and, in her haste, leaves behind a single glass slipper. Walt Disney was very fond of the film and its title character. “She’s a girl with a lot of spunk and imagination,” he said.
