Pieces of Minty: Pieces of Me

ไข่พระอาทิตย์ | King Bhumipol's Sun Egg/Omelette ☀️🍳 Basically ไข่เจียว (Thai omelette), but with cooked rice mixed in. I just put eggs, rice, some ground meat, mushrooms, and onions. Topped it off with some scallions and fried garlic bits. Mom said it's an actual thing that was created by King Bhumipol Adulyadej (King Rama IX). Apparently it was the late King's favorite dish. Today I learned... 😲💛 I was being lazy... 🤷 Not bad for my lazy cooking attempt though. It's that greasy comfort food that hits the spot (and would be some good drunk food).🍶 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq3tdSaAX6O/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=s3ryeu80sbq4

I never willingly admit when I'm not doing well, but this time I'm really not.

Meet my adorable niece, baby Clara Daisy Cruz~ The most beautiful and adorable little bundle of joy ever~ ✨❤️ My sincerest congratulations to my besties Bre and Allan @panda_kuma and @sushibandit54 on the new addition to their family~ 💖 My dearest baby Clara, your Auntie Minty is so happy for you to have come into the world a week ago! I can't wait to meet you in person!!~ ✨💖❤️💖✨ #BabyClaraDaisyCruz #DaCutestBaby5ever

What Matters | สิ่งสำคัญ English Cover Original Song by Endorphine @daendorphine English Lyrics by Me~ ✨ Happy Way back Wednesday~ This is super nostalgic for me since it's one of my favorite Thai songs from my childhood~ Longer version and lyrics are up on Facebook and YouTube~ Lyrics: Will our love still make it far, Or someday we'll fall apart I don't know I'm not quite sure at all All I'll say now is that I love you I've poured in my whole heart What really matters Is that we're together These other things have yet to pass by All I can say I'll love you with all of my heart Let's remain strong Hold this love in our hearts 'til we part #wbw #ThaiMusic #สิ่งสำคัญ #daendorphine #EnglishCover

Went and made myself an official FB page for my Thai ➡️ English covers. Please like and share~ ❤️ But if you don't want to, that's cool too~ ❣️ Facebook: Piecesofminty

So I’ve basically been MIA from my tumblr account in ages. I thought I’d give a bit of an update. Still struggling with things, but focusing on positive outlets.  I’ve been working on more English covers. Wrote alot of lyrics...just need to finish some and record (when I have time).  I’m been trying to work on more English versions since it seemed to be pretty popular and helpful to some Thai people who wanted to learn and improve their English. I also had some crazy moments in 2017. That being said, I’ve decided to try to document this hobby~ I’ll be posting all of these things here: http://piecesofmintymusic.wordpress.com There’s also one other thing I’ve been a part of. Last year, a few of my friends started a website/blog on basically gaming and anime stuff. I’ve officially joined the team as a writer in December. They were looking for more writers and to add and diversify their content. And so I’ll be there writing about live action stuffs like movies and dramas. Though there are plans on other things, such as things relating to food. So feel free to check it out here: https://blackandyellowotakugamers.com

Another quick English cover I'm working on~ DEAN - "instagram"📷 | @deantrbl English lyrics by me: Tomorrow's edging closer I know Glued to my phone...just can't let go... Tossin'...turnin'...feelin' restless...yeah~ So it's Instagram, Instagram again... People showing off in their posts... So many people taking trips so far away~ I wanna like it, but I can't... Feelings no one understands... In this Instagram, Instagram we're in... A shame...a shame... The whole world's to blame... The same damn love song once again... I'm feeling nothing... In this night of mine... Too many thoughts plague my mind... #deantrbl #Dean #deanfluenza #instagram #딘 #인스타그램 #EnglishCover

Short English cover of "Home Is Far Away (빈차)" Originally by Epik High (feat. Oh Hyuk) | @blobyblo @hyukoh2000 I love, love, love this song. It's relatable as hell and listening to it is therapeutic for me. 🎧 English lyrics by me: Still got a long way No taxis around Rain is looming overhead The day's heavy weight sits on sagging shoulders Let me put this weight down awhile Home is far away #EpikHigh #HomeIsFarAway #EnglishCover #에픽하이

It's a bit late, but I wanted to sincerely thank everyone for the past year. 2016-2017 was a hard and suffocating time for me. 2017 (and the second half of 2016) was frustrating and I suppose you can say part of my quarter life/existential crisis. Despite everything, I'm grateful for several things in 2017: •I really put myself into my lyric writing hobby. •I was completely surprised to have not one, but several "Senpai noticed me!" moments from my favorite artists who saw my covers. •I went on a trip/Went abroad for the first time on my own with friends. •Finally got to visit and experience Japan. •I made new friends, whom I am very grateful to for their warmth and kindness. 💕 •I joined the Black and Yellow Otaku Gamers team These were the highlights of my 2017. I also know my covers aren't anything fancy or special, but I want to truly thank everyone who took the time to watch and be a part of my growth in lyric writing. It's your love and support that pushed me to continuing this hobby. Because of you I had a dream come true of being able to have some recognition and interaction with artists that I love and respect. So thank you~ ✨💕 I'll continue doing my best to improve and grow in 2018. Love, Minty 💕

#Dean #딘 #deantrbl #DHalfMoon

Yet, despite being someone who is constantly relied on, I feel like I have no one. I have very few people I have opened up to, but for the most part I keep everything to myself. The things I talk about are only the surface of what's on my mind or how I feel. I tend to bottle it up, and end up just stuck in the weight of everything that's piled up. It's hard for me to open up. I've learned the hard way that not everyone has good intentions like me, or that some people only take and are never willing to give. Some people will make you promises, but quickly forget them and forget you. Some people use you at their convenience, but are nowhere to be found when you need someone. It's a trauma for me that makes it hard for me to be honest about my thoughts and feelings. Even if I wanted to lay out my honest thoughts and feelings, I wouldn't be able to put it into words. I'm terrible at speaking, yet, I'm much better at writing it out to help clear my thoughts. That's why music has played a key part in how I cope with things. There are songs and lyrics that honestly feel they've described exactly how I feel. It's comforting, and it feels like some of the things bottled up have been poured out. Yet, at times I still wish I had someone I could truly rely on too.

26 October 2017. The time came for us to say our final farewells as we finally put our beloved King Bhumibol to rest. He's gone, but a part of him is still present amongst the Thai people and the Kingdom of Thailand. He is still here in the land, water, wind, and so much more throughout the Kingdom of Thailand. His legacy, efforts, devotion, and memory lives on through the Royal Projects, the actions of those who wish to follow his footsteps and example, and most importantly in the hearts and minds of the Thai people. Phrabat Somdet Phra Paramintharamaha Bhumibol Adulyadej Mahitalathibet Ramathibodi Chakkrinaruebodin Sayamminthrathirat Borommanatthabophit. This name will be remembered forever. His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama 9, is forever and will always be remembered and revered as the People's King, Our Beloved Father, and the King of Kings. There has never been a time or place where a king had been so genuinely loved and respected like King Bhumibol. Though I am a Thai who was born and raised in the US, I was blessed to born during the reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej. He's worked so hard during his life and is now finally at rest and peace. Farewell and rest in peace my beloved father and king. 🖤🙏 #KingRama9 #KingRamaIX #๙

Exactly a year has passed since the passing of His Majesty King Bhumipol Adulyadej, King Rama IX, the King of Thailand. A year later, Thais are still mourning the loss of our beloved King and Father. To this day I still cry whenever I hear สรรเสริญพระบารมี/ Sansoen Phra Barami, the Thai Royal Anthem. Despite a year having gone by, I always find myself crying and my heart aching whenever I see/hear the video of thousands of Thais singing that song in remembrance of the King. As an American born and raised Thai, I often struggle with my identity. However, I genuinely felt so proud to be Thai because of the King. I have a deep love and respect for him. The reason wasn't because of his title or status, but how he lived his life. It's images like these that attest to the genuine love, sincerity, and dedication he had to his people. The beautiful thing is he set an example for everyone. Despite the King's passing, he brought everyone together. Over the past year there have been numerous stories of people, Thais and non-Thais alike, getting together and doing such wonderful things in the name and memory of King Rama IX. Our beloved King and Father is gone, but his legacy still lives on as people are "Following the footsteps of our Father". I am blessed to have been born in the reign of King Bhumipol Adulyadej, King Rama IX of Thailand. 🖤 #๙ #KingRamaIX