So here's the story..
Paulina Lu
University of California, Irvine
20 years
Paulina Lu
University of California, Irvine
20 years
1. What’s a question you’re afraid to ask? To whom?
What am I going to do with my life? To me.
2. What’s something you hide about your personality?
I actually get hurt about things sometimes but I just don’t show it right away or show it at all. I brush it off, but most of the time, I just wanna break down and cry.
3. What’s something other people think about you that you don’t agree with?
My family thinks I’m temperamental. I agree; it’s one the things I’m trying to work on this year, but they say I’m always yelling, but in reality, they don’t spend enough time with me anymore to differentiate my yelling voice and room-level voice, haha. I’m just loud.
4. How do you deal with criticism?
Depends what kind it is. I try to take it lightly and with constructivism, but that doesn’t always happen. It hurts when you know there are more and more things that makes you imperfect. I try to use it to the best of my ability, though, even if it sucks, haha.
5. What’s the sweetest thing anyone’s ever done for you?
Getting asked to my senior year prom.
6. What’s the sweetest thing you’ve ever done for someone?
Oh, where do I begin.. I’d have to say planning a super fun surprise birthday party. It was pretty bomb: great food, nice decorations, awesome atmosphere, good company, crazy drinks. I spent a lot of time and money on it, and despite the fight we were in, I still cared more than I was hurt.
7. What’s something sweet you’d like someone to do for you?
I’ve never been surprised before. The closest thing I’ve got to it was flowers on Valentine’s Day during sixth period my sophomore year. But he was my boyfriend then, and I was not as much surprised as I was nerve-wrecked, haha. The next closest is my 20th birthday. My sister said we were going to an Italian restaurant but we ended up going to an expensive steak house, instead, and there was cake, singing, and candles involved. Family <3 But I just really want my friends to treat me the same way I treat them. I’ve always done so much, but when it comes to me, they’ve never returned the favor..
8. Describe your favourite texture.
The softest plush cotton ever in the whole entire world. Haha, or this suede-like material but it’s not suede.. if that makes sense o_o
9. Which national or global tragedy were you closest to and how did it affect you?
The death of Michael Jackson was pretty depressing. I grew up listening to him because we used to live in this huge house with a lot of my relatives and my uncle had one of his albums. My family and I listened to it often. We even had his movie, haha. When he passed away, it was really sad knowing his impact on the world and how the world took his greatness for granted. What’s worse is that he was looked down upon, but I think he was just misunderstood, but he had wonderful intentions.
10. Post a photo/draw a picture/write a poem (pick one) of a moment of personal significance.
11. Which fictional character would you most like to have lunch with and why?
Harry Potter, when he was still single XD Because I’ve been in love with him since I was nine! Hahahahah
12. Who would you say is your “anti” role model? Someone who serves as a warning rather than an inspiration?
KIm Kardashian, or people of that sort.
13. What’s your least “politically correct” opinion?
Uh.. this question is one I do not know how to answer.
14. What kind of underwear do you imagine Sherlock Holmes wears?
o_O I immediately pictured boxers, but now that I critically think about it.. probably boxer briefs, LOL
15. What’s one of the most difficult things you’ve ever had to do?
Live through that breakup.
16. If you were an element on the Periodic Table, which would you be and why?
I’d be either Hydrogen or Carbon because they’re so abundant and essential, that without them, this world would not exist. :) Hehe, I’m awesome if you’d take the time to know me. Trust; give me one minute and you’ll fall in like with me, keke.
17. What’s the most infuriating thing your parents (or caregiver) do?
Be crazy overprotective
18. Which Disney Princess do you most identify with and why? Which is your favourite and why? And yes- ANYONE can answer this question.
Either Rapunzel or Cinderella. Rapunzel because I want to go on an adventure, fall in love, and find my place in this world. Cinderella because I’m a damsel in distress. I just want to be saved. My favorite Disney princess is Aurora. I honestly don’t know why, but she’s just always been my number one :)
19. You’re an Action Movie Hero. What’s your weapon of choice and the line you scream when defeating your arch enemy?
Crazy super powers that allow me to do whatever I want, even if it means defying the laws of physics, keke. I’d scream, “WHATTUP!”
20. What’s the silliest fan theory you’ve ever come up with?
I don’t get this question.
21. What did you think about before you fell asleep last night?
This guy.. o_o but he’s nobody special. It’s just that we were talking before I went to bed.
22. What’s the oddest term of endearment you’ve ever used or that someone’s used for you?
I don’t remember, haha. But I don’t think I was ever too fond of the phrase, “I ruff you!” -___-“
23. What motivates you in life?
The tragedies of the world; the declining health of the environment; my parents current and future well-being.
24. What was something you used to enjoy, but was ruined for you? What’s the story behind that?
Having best friends. I don’t have any more, but it’s way too long to describe.. so if you wanna know, hit me up, haha.
25. How do you think you will fare when the Zombie Apocalypse arrives?
I will reign.
Nah, just kidding.. I’d probably mutate, not first, but eventually.
26. Which mythological creature are you most like? Why? And if you could be any mythological creature, which would you want to be? Why?
A goddess, duh, because I’m already one. Hahahaha, not. Sigh, I don’t know. A pixie because they’re small, but they want to make a difference in this big, big world. A mermaid because I love to sing, swim, and sometimes, want to be something I’m not. A unicorn because I make people smile, I love colors, and sometimes, I don’t make sense.
27. Write a brief story about an actual adventure you’ve had.
This weekend was pretty awesome. I went to CSULB for their VSA VMA’s with VSAUCI. Before that, we went to Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles, shared a 1/2 lb. chicken combo with Brian, and got an Eclipse (SO ORGASMICALLY GOOD!). After that, we went to Guppy House, and then a party in Fullerton. One of the best nights this quarter thus far :)
28. Describe one of the most awkward experiences of your life.
I have three in mind.. but two about which you’ll have to ask me about for me to tell you. The first one was in the sixth grade. This one guy who’s liked me since the fourth grade asked me to the first dance of our middle school career. But I honestly didn’t like him, and it was so hard rejecting him because he made it such a big deal and asked a whole crowd of people to back him up, so I had to push my answer no not only to him, but to an entire crowd of people surrounding us. Life has not been the same since.
29. What’s something that scares you about the future?
It’s uncertainty.
30. List 5 quirky things about yourself.
I like to crack my toes. I like to put makeup on because I feel good when I look good. I’m pretty embarrassed by my height. My a birthmark on my right butt cheek, haha. My stomach digests spice very loudly.
31. Describe your dream library.
Quiet, lots of sunlight, colorful but classy and an architectural masterpiece. Timeless, environmentally friendly, and six stories high. Slides next to the stairs. Many places to sit, cushions everywhere so your butt doesn’t get tired of sitting when you’re sucked into a fabulous story. Has every book that was ever published. Food court. Balconies. Open 24/7. Roof-top, outdoor view of the landscape. Spiral staircase in the middle of the building. My second home.
32. What’s the weirdest item you’ve ever mourned?
I don’t think it’s that weird.. but it’s the weirdest I can think of ._. My LOVE ring.
33. If you could design an amusement park ride, what would it be like?
There’d be an optional couple’s portion down the Tunnel of Love, then it becomes a roller coaster with many loops, corkscrews, drops, and spirals, combined with flashing lights, bursts of fire, and slashes of water. It’ll go under water, over buildings, into buildings, and each individual seat will spin within the roller coaster’s spins. Lastly, it will settle down and reset, ending with a calming ride in an enormous circle like a ferris wheel, overlooking the beautiful view to calm down its riders.
34. Do you have any “rules” about food?
FINISH IT! Or give it to me.
35. What’s your opinion on age differences in relationships?
When the difference is too big, it’s kinda gross.. but I don’t judge. If it’s true love, it is what it is. You can’t help who you love. If it’s truly love, who am I to say you shouldn’t date? I just find it disturbing how someone so young can be with someone so old.
36. What’s something you want to do that you’d be embarrassed to tell other people about?
Scratch my butt when I need to. Hey, skin gets itchy sometimes. I can’t help it if my butt itches, LMFAO.
37. Describe a time/event in your life that you’re nostalgic for.
Everything before now. Elementary school, middle school, high school.. sigh.
38. How do you approach social situations?
Socially.
39. What is your ideal bed? Why?
Soft as a cloud, but tough enough to support my back. Queen-sized. Because it feels good..? -_- Helps me sleep.
40. Post a short excerpt of your life.
My name’s Paulina. I was born in Vietnam. Came here when I was eight months old. Went with Paulina ever since my uncle named me when I arrived. I’ve always challenged myself to do the best I could in school and in life, but lately, that hasn’t been the case. I’m a hopeless romantic. I love love. I want to go on adventures, travel, eat, shop. I want to spend my life with the person I love the most. I envision my future with my loved ones and friends, peaceful, enjoying life. And now, I’m here. The end.