My Top 5 moment of 2024 Minghao Lin by Minghao Lin

June - San Francisco

mlin25_1 — 2025-01-14 05:56:39 UTC

My friend and I went on a road trip for the first time. Our final destination this time was San Francisco. We first went to Yosemite, which was as beautiful as a painting. Our second stop was the Golden Gate Bridge. We are local food, clam shop which was delicious. I watched the Warriors, which I had always missed. I went to Fisherman's Wharf, visited the big cruise ship and the the show. I went to Alcatraz Island to visit the former prison and learn about American history. It is recommended to reserve ferry tickets in advance. Finally I go to visit Chinatown is one of the oldest and largest Chinatowns in the world. Explore traditional Chinese restaurants, Chinese medicine shops, and handicraft shops. I had a great time on this trip with my friend.

July

mlin25_1 — 2025-01-14 06:16:46 UTC

The USS San Diego was my first time to enter an aircraft carrier, a medium-sized aircraft carrier of the US Navy. It has a long service history and has become an important asset of the US Navy. The construction of the ship began in 1943. It is the second aircraft carrier of the US Navy named "Midway", named after the Battle of Midway, which was a key battle in the Pacific theater of World War II.

During its service, this aircraft carrier participated in many important military operations, including the Vietnam War and the Gulf War. It is a technologically advanced aircraft carrier capable of carrying and operating a large number of carrier-based aircraft.

The radar room visited above is very high-tech. I can't imagine that it was made nearly a hundred years ago.

August

mlin25_1 — 2025-01-14 06:23:14 UTC

My good friend and I went to Big Bear Lake, located in the San Bernardino Mountains of California, USA. It is a famous tourist destination, especially favored by outdoor enthusiasts. The natural landscape around this lake and the rich activity options,

Big Bear Lake has its own charm in all seasons. The clear water of Big Bear Lake is suitable for water sports such as boating, sailing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, etc.

We had a picnic, relaxed and enjoyed the scenery by the lake, which is an ideal place for family gatherings and friends to gather.

There are many ski resorts near Big Bear Lake, the most famous of which is Big Bear Mountain Ski Resort. They offer winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding.

At night, we stayed in lakeside cabins and campgrounds: If you like to get close to nature, you can choose a lakeside cabin or campground to enjoy a more unique lakeside experience.

Big Bear Lake is a versatile tourist destination where tourists can find fun whether it is winter skiing or summer water activities. The surrounding natural scenery, rich activity options and diverse accommodation options make it a popular resort in California.

December

mlin25_1 — 2025-01-14 06:34:02 UTC

In December, I went to Arizona, which has many amazing natural wonders and cultural attractions.

The first place I went to was the Grand Canyon National Park.

The Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world, with a depth of 1,600 meters, a width of about 29 kilometers, and a length of 446 kilometers. Visitors can hike, ride horses, raft, watch the sunrise and sunset, or take a helicopter tour to see the magnificent scenery of the canyon. The second place I went to was Sedona.

Famous for its red rock formations and beautiful natural scenery, Sedona is a paradise for hiking and photography enthusiasts. There are also some places here that are believed to have "energy vortexes", which attract many tourists seeking spiritual experiences. I also visited the Hopi Indian ruins.

Arizona is home to many Indian tribes, including the Hopi, Navajo, etc. Here, tourists can visit traditional Indian villages, artworks and handicrafts, and learn about their culture and history.

December 9th - My birthday

mlin25_1 — 2025-01-14 06:45:53 UTC

This is my 19th birthday. I have done a lot this year. I got my driver's license and drove to many places. I found my first job and learned how to make milk tea and how to do cashiering. I have grown up a year and I have matured a lot. I am no longer a little boy. I am an adult now. I have learned to bear the consequences of many things. I am very happy today because my good friends came to my birthday and prepared my favorite Harman Kardon speakers for me. I hope I will become more sensible and study hard to realize my dreams.