Spicy Gyoza and Spring Rolls

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/75 sec, ISO3200
“Buldak Dumplings” Cedar Park, 2026

We had Buldak gyoza for dinner tonight, and they were super spicy! I really liked them, but they were a little too fiery for everyone else. Luckily, Mariko also made homemade spring rolls with shrimp and avocado, and they were absolutely delicious! 🌶️🦐

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/100 sec, ISO3200
“Spring Rolls” Cedar Park, 2026

Summer Clouds

Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 9mm, f/2.8, 1/1800 sec, ISO25
“Flight Path” Cedar Park, 2026

I took a few photos of the clouds on my walk today. I love how the airplane contrail captured that sharp change in direction – pretty neat to see! 🌤️

Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/12000 sec, ISO64
“Clouds” Cedar Park, 2026
Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/29000 sec, ISO50
“Clouds” Cedar Park, 2026

Ghost in the Shell Viewing

Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/90 sec, ISO80
“Ghost in the Shell” Austin, 2026

Bay and I caught an afternoon showing of Ghost in the Shell at the local theater. I wasn’t sure if I had ever seen it, so watching it on the big screen felt like the best way to check. The movie turned out to be fantastic. I really enjoyed the background art and soundtrack, plus the story and animation were great. As it turns out, it was my first time watching it. Highly recommended for anime fans – it’s a true classic! 📽️✨

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/25 sec, ISO3200
“Ghost in the Shell” Austin, 2026
Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/100 sec, ISO2500
“Ghost in the Shell” Austin, 2026

Baked Brie

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 35mm, f/2.8, 1/105 sec, ISO800
“Brie Baking” Cedar Park, 2026

Baked brie cheese is so special. I didn’t grow up eating anything like it, so it seems so fancy whenever we have it. Since it has a pastry around it, you don’t need any extra bread or crackers, but I still like to put it on a cracker for a bit of extra crunch. So good!