On the day before my 26th birthday (May 23, 2004), some of my friends from Times Square Church took me out to Carmine's (my favorite restaurant) to celebrate. Here are all of the people who celebrated with me, from L to R around the table: Chris Rafinski, Shawn Best, Wole Olowoyo, Macdela Cooper, Nicole Sinclair, Leah Tesfu, Nicholla Alexander, ChienJu Lin, and Christian. Not pictured: Paul Daniel, David
Here I am with Chris and Shawn
Some important people who helped make this event possible. From L to R: Nicholla, ChienJu Lin (the mastermind behind the entire event), and Paul Daniel (a key player in organizing the event)
A closer look at some of the ladies: Macdela, Nicole, Leah, and Chien
From L to R: Chien, Paul Daniel, David, and Christian
Here are some pictures as the birthday cake is being presented. As you can see, I am very touched.
On August 7, 2004, Times Square Church held a youth outreach in Washington D.C. called "It's Time To Take A Stand For Christ". As a member of the Young People's Choir, I was able to be part of the event. Here are some pics (courtesy of Chien).
Before starting residency, I went to Hawaii to visit Martha in April 2006. This picture comes following Sunday service at Martha's church (New Hope Christian Fellowship). In Front: Elliot Khlopin, Aaron Harper. In back: Martha Khlopin, Me, Martha's mother.
Here we are at brunch following Sunday service. Right to Left: Dr. Kim Harper, Me, Aaron Harper, Elliot Khlopin, Martha's mother, Martha Khlopin.
In January 2011, my best friend Dr. John Chen and I went to a regular season National Basketball Association game between the Boston Celtics and the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Boston Garden. It was a great game, and a great experience!
In April 2011, John and I went to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts. Here are some pictures of our time there...what an awesome place!
