Do first impressions really last? Probably, but not all the time.
Sure, we do have our first impressions when we meet someone new. But the more we get to know them, the more we believe that there is really more than what meets the eye.
A number of people I know confessed their first impressions on me. (I think I am carrying my own chair - translation: binubuhat ang sariling bangko!) This is usually after they have been exposed to who I really am. Their usual first impressions of me? That I’m serious, shy, and even a snob!
No, I don’t take it against me. Actually, those impressions amuse me. Just right after they confess their impressions, they admittedly say that I am not what they really thought of at first.
Serious? Well, I do think I am. But not that serious! A classmate of mine even told me that because of his impression of me, he makes sure that he carefully thinks first of what he wants to say to me. And now, he doesn’t need much serious thinking. Hmm .. I am not sure if that is a complement … hehe!
Shy? In one way or another I think I am. Generally, people don’t really think that I could be really talkative. And more than that, I could really be one corny person. Modesty aside, I could make you laugh with my antics. I probably got this from my dad .. hehe. A friend even made a comment that I could be a cure for frustrated comedians for I laugh even at the corniest jokes. Of course, it’s in my league! Aside from that, I usually get a kick whenever I go out and have some fun with a bunch of friends for the first time. Take for example, a videoke night (just like Saturday, with my classmates). Anyhow, I am not sure what they were seriously thinking when they challenged me to really sing. Ako pa? I do not have a great voice, just enough to cause some rainshowers .. hehe. I get by with my performance, so to speak. Some were in a daze when I chose to sing Sk8r Boi by Avril Lavigne and Halaga (a favorite of mine) by Parokya ni Edgar. They didn’t think that I was that kind of person who would choose to sing such songs. And I don’t blame them. Of course, just to up my antics, I sang Kisapmata ala Bamboo/Rico Blanco. Just imagine how Rico or Bamboo (oi, close) holds the microphone and closes his eyes when he sings. Rockin’ isn’t it?
Snob? I can’t blame others if they think I am such person. From a distance, I could really be .. with my eyeglasses, thick brows (sometimes arched) and not much smile. Kulang na lang eh naka-bun an buhok ko! And why would I smile to a person I don’t know? Right?
Basically, first impressions are really based on one’s physical attributes. And when one gets to hang out with each other, one discovers that there is really more to than first impressions. It’s not that I am proving that others are wrong, because they are not. It just goes to show that it is nice to discover, explore and experience one another.
Monday, December 19, 2005
Sunday, November 27, 2005
Cellular
Since House came to life on AXN, I make sure that if I missed it on Tuesdays I would watch it on Saturdays. And yes, I watch House over PBB every Saturday, a very easy decision. TV in the living room is reserved for me at 10:00 p.m. However, I made a tough call last night. Cellular was going to be shown at 9:00 p.m. on HBO. Choices, choices, choices. I wasn’t really planning to watch it because I had a feeling I wouldn't be able to finish it but there wasn’t anything else good for us on TV at around 9:30. And so we started watching Cellular. At around 10:00 p.m., I made the executive decision to finish Cellular and it was indeed worth it. My sisters were wondering since I would miss out House. And I said, that would be fine since I know the ending (that the case would be solved by Dr. House, with the rest of the team).
Cellular featured Kim Basinger and that jock in Not Another Scary Movie (or some movie with that sort of title. I’ve heard great reviews about it but never got to watch it until last night. It sure had its thrilling moments when my sisters and I would just get jittery (and even shout). My mom was even wondering what we were watching, as she was intently watching PBB inside their bedroom that time. It was truly worth watching (and I even missed around 20 minutes of it). Ryan in that movie was one smart guy and so was Jessica (Kim Basinger). I would have loved to spill my favorite parts right here (make it another Top 5 list) but then I don’t want to spoil it for anyone out there. With the film, one would appreciate technology more, the reason why it was called Cellular (with Nokia placing their product well, along with one of the songs from their ads). It was really one great film and I can’t wait to catch it again on HBO.
About House? I sure got to watch probably last 15 minutes of it. And just as I’ve guessed, he cured someone else’s ailment. But one thing also made it more fun watching. There was this toddler who was also crying and his brother was thinking how sick the kid was. The first time they were there, Dr. House pulled a little policeman toy from the kid’s nose. They came back again and Dr. House pulled a little fireman. But that didn’t stop the kid from crying, until Dr. House told him to shut up, which he did (you should have seen the kid’s face!). Anyway, there was another toy, a fire truck found in the kid’s nose. At first, Dr. House said something that the kid may be just plain stupid, not learning the lesson in putting toys in his nose. Anyhow, the kid was still crying and Dr. House found that there was another day buried deep. He pulled another gadget (sort of like a magnet), and out came a miniature cat. Dr. House said that the kid may have been actually smart at all, sending the policeman, fireman, and fire truck to save the cat. Nice isn’t it?
It was really a lingaw Saturday!
Cellular featured Kim Basinger and that jock in Not Another Scary Movie (or some movie with that sort of title. I’ve heard great reviews about it but never got to watch it until last night. It sure had its thrilling moments when my sisters and I would just get jittery (and even shout). My mom was even wondering what we were watching, as she was intently watching PBB inside their bedroom that time. It was truly worth watching (and I even missed around 20 minutes of it). Ryan in that movie was one smart guy and so was Jessica (Kim Basinger). I would have loved to spill my favorite parts right here (make it another Top 5 list) but then I don’t want to spoil it for anyone out there. With the film, one would appreciate technology more, the reason why it was called Cellular (with Nokia placing their product well, along with one of the songs from their ads). It was really one great film and I can’t wait to catch it again on HBO.
About House? I sure got to watch probably last 15 minutes of it. And just as I’ve guessed, he cured someone else’s ailment. But one thing also made it more fun watching. There was this toddler who was also crying and his brother was thinking how sick the kid was. The first time they were there, Dr. House pulled a little policeman toy from the kid’s nose. They came back again and Dr. House pulled a little fireman. But that didn’t stop the kid from crying, until Dr. House told him to shut up, which he did (you should have seen the kid’s face!). Anyway, there was another toy, a fire truck found in the kid’s nose. At first, Dr. House said something that the kid may be just plain stupid, not learning the lesson in putting toys in his nose. Anyhow, the kid was still crying and Dr. House found that there was another day buried deep. He pulled another gadget (sort of like a magnet), and out came a miniature cat. Dr. House said that the kid may have been actually smart at all, sending the policeman, fireman, and fire truck to save the cat. Nice isn’t it?
It was really a lingaw Saturday!
Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Five
Nope, there is no typographical error there. I intentionally changed the word Fire to Five. You’ll figure it out in a while ;)
Anyway, I watched Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire with my classmates around 10:45 a.m. The movie was awesome. It makes me go ‘aaah’ with Fleur and her classmates. Admittedly, I am one of those few who favor the Goblet of Fire over the other books. Most of those people I know favor the Prisoner of Azkaban, which made me shed a few tears.
Cedric Diggory has truly got the looks of Mr. Nice Guy. Viktor Krum is the ruggedly handsome one. So ladies out there with different tastes need not fret.
Well, it may be harder for non-readers to grasp the story of Goblet of Fire with the movie, compared to the first three. Readers surely missed a lot of things but can’t blame the film in not being able to put everything in the book in it. It should always be expected that books and films will always have a hard time ironing their kinks. Let me just put it this way – the book and the film were spectacular in its own way.
The movie with all its effects was definitely better than the first three. It makes a 24-year old (hey, that’s me) swoon over the younger guys, cheer for the good guys, tingle with all the teenage love, laugh with the antics and hope for magic to reign.
Back to the title, I’m incorporating my Top 5 in this blog. For today, my Top 5 first ever or first time in a long time experience today:
1. First time to watch a movie on the first hour of its first showing day.
I already had a chance to watch a movie on the first hour (I remember Titanic!), but not yet on its first day. My officemates used to kid me that I’ll be absent on the first day that the Matrix movies will be shown but I never did. I guess the power of Harry is simply irresistible.
2. First time to watch a movie which skipped some parts and got a ticket for it.
We noticed that the movie jumped (of all, climax pa!), so one of our classmates told the usher while the others simply clapped for them to fix it. They did but it jumped for the second time. We reacted a bit but then continued anyway. On the way out, we asked to talk to the management. They were sorry for there were problems on the reels but we got another chance to watch it up until Friday (whoopee!). Don’t worry, there was no shouting match. It was settled amicably so to speak. And I think it was only us who were able to get those freebies since we were the only ones who aired our grievances.
3. First time in a long time I had my lunch at around almost 2 pm.
I am usually the type of person who tries to eat a complete meal a day. Ever since I resigned from my job back in February, I see to it that I eat breakfast (even if just bread) and lunch (this is important for me .. hehe). I can pass dinner as long as I have had my merienda. We ate late due to Harry (Oh, the things I would do for Harry).
4. First time in a long time I could relate to a horoscope.
I read the newspapers everyday, which means I read the horoscope section. Most of the time, I couldn’t relate with it. At times, I feel it is too general to relate to. On my way home, I told my classmate that I have really been talkative today. Call it coincidence but my horoscope says: “ Still operating your mouth without engaging your brain first, especially if your feelings are involved? Well, try your best to get it under control – but if it doesn’t work, don’t worry. The entire world will be quite chatty today, not just you.
5. First time I have thought of teaching in the US
My mom mentioned that teachers are demand in the US right now. One could even take a test (only $500!) and if one passes it, she could be on her way to a teaching profession in the US of A. Sure, I have thought of teaching as a part-time job right here in Davao City. But it has never crossed my mind to teach in the US. The only things I have imagined myself to be in the US are accountant, IT consultant, student, actress (haha!), FBI agent, CSI, police, among others. Too broad but I never thought of being a teacher in the US until today. But then, it is just a thought for now ;)
Anyway, I watched Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire with my classmates around 10:45 a.m. The movie was awesome. It makes me go ‘aaah’ with Fleur and her classmates. Admittedly, I am one of those few who favor the Goblet of Fire over the other books. Most of those people I know favor the Prisoner of Azkaban, which made me shed a few tears.
Cedric Diggory has truly got the looks of Mr. Nice Guy. Viktor Krum is the ruggedly handsome one. So ladies out there with different tastes need not fret.
Well, it may be harder for non-readers to grasp the story of Goblet of Fire with the movie, compared to the first three. Readers surely missed a lot of things but can’t blame the film in not being able to put everything in the book in it. It should always be expected that books and films will always have a hard time ironing their kinks. Let me just put it this way – the book and the film were spectacular in its own way.
The movie with all its effects was definitely better than the first three. It makes a 24-year old (hey, that’s me) swoon over the younger guys, cheer for the good guys, tingle with all the teenage love, laugh with the antics and hope for magic to reign.
Back to the title, I’m incorporating my Top 5 in this blog. For today, my Top 5 first ever or first time in a long time experience today:
1. First time to watch a movie on the first hour of its first showing day.
I already had a chance to watch a movie on the first hour (I remember Titanic!), but not yet on its first day. My officemates used to kid me that I’ll be absent on the first day that the Matrix movies will be shown but I never did. I guess the power of Harry is simply irresistible.
2. First time to watch a movie which skipped some parts and got a ticket for it.
We noticed that the movie jumped (of all, climax pa!), so one of our classmates told the usher while the others simply clapped for them to fix it. They did but it jumped for the second time. We reacted a bit but then continued anyway. On the way out, we asked to talk to the management. They were sorry for there were problems on the reels but we got another chance to watch it up until Friday (whoopee!). Don’t worry, there was no shouting match. It was settled amicably so to speak. And I think it was only us who were able to get those freebies since we were the only ones who aired our grievances.
3. First time in a long time I had my lunch at around almost 2 pm.
I am usually the type of person who tries to eat a complete meal a day. Ever since I resigned from my job back in February, I see to it that I eat breakfast (even if just bread) and lunch (this is important for me .. hehe). I can pass dinner as long as I have had my merienda. We ate late due to Harry (Oh, the things I would do for Harry).
4. First time in a long time I could relate to a horoscope.
I read the newspapers everyday, which means I read the horoscope section. Most of the time, I couldn’t relate with it. At times, I feel it is too general to relate to. On my way home, I told my classmate that I have really been talkative today. Call it coincidence but my horoscope says: “ Still operating your mouth without engaging your brain first, especially if your feelings are involved? Well, try your best to get it under control – but if it doesn’t work, don’t worry. The entire world will be quite chatty today, not just you.
5. First time I have thought of teaching in the US
My mom mentioned that teachers are demand in the US right now. One could even take a test (only $500!) and if one passes it, she could be on her way to a teaching profession in the US of A. Sure, I have thought of teaching as a part-time job right here in Davao City. But it has never crossed my mind to teach in the US. The only things I have imagined myself to be in the US are accountant, IT consultant, student, actress (haha!), FBI agent, CSI, police, among others. Too broad but I never thought of being a teacher in the US until today. But then, it is just a thought for now ;)
Monday, November 14, 2005
Reality
The reality is that I am reality TV fanatic.
It started off with Survivor. No, I wasn’t really a fan of the first Survivor. But through the media hype, I was able to catch its last few episodes and made me (and my siblings) truly gung-ho over Survivor: Outback. It went on with Survivor : Africa. After that, I wasn’t able to catch all of the episodes of the next seasons. But I came back with Survivor:All Star, rested a bit with Survivor:Vanuatu. And now, I am glued to Survivor: Guatemala.
All this time, new breed of reality TV shows came in full force. I was hooked with Amazing Race. Hell, I was screaming when I found out that a really late Amazing Race 4 was to be shown in Melbourne, since I missed out its last episodes in the Philippines. Then there was Apprentice (I would love to join a show like this). I was able to catch Seasons 3 and 4 of the American Idol. I was not much a fan of the Bachelor and Bachelorette Series but admittedly, I have seen a few episodes of whatever season. I was able to watch more episodes of Average Joe:2 though, back in Melbourne when I was all by myself in the apartment.
Local reality series? Extra-Challenge is cool (although I am certified ka-pamilya!) until changes in timeslot got me confused and it has been quite a while since I was able to catch an episode. I was able to keep track of Star Struck 1 and Star Circle Quest 2. And now, Pinoy Big Brother, of which I am a critic-fan, watching it with such criticism.
I am not sure if I am watching these shows because of the reality element (for the fact that I am TV freak per se– reality or not!). I have always believed in the reality of the power of media to hype shows. I have always believed in the reality of editing, choosing what appeals to the people which would ignite reactions. I have always believed in the reality that there is more, or even less, of the people we watch in these reality shows. Nevertheless, the sheer joy of watching and even gaining insights from these shows is for real.
Can’t blame me then if I watch these reality shows, huh? Who knows I may be on the next reality TV series? (nah!)
It started off with Survivor. No, I wasn’t really a fan of the first Survivor. But through the media hype, I was able to catch its last few episodes and made me (and my siblings) truly gung-ho over Survivor: Outback. It went on with Survivor : Africa. After that, I wasn’t able to catch all of the episodes of the next seasons. But I came back with Survivor:All Star, rested a bit with Survivor:Vanuatu. And now, I am glued to Survivor: Guatemala.
All this time, new breed of reality TV shows came in full force. I was hooked with Amazing Race. Hell, I was screaming when I found out that a really late Amazing Race 4 was to be shown in Melbourne, since I missed out its last episodes in the Philippines. Then there was Apprentice (I would love to join a show like this). I was able to catch Seasons 3 and 4 of the American Idol. I was not much a fan of the Bachelor and Bachelorette Series but admittedly, I have seen a few episodes of whatever season. I was able to watch more episodes of Average Joe:2 though, back in Melbourne when I was all by myself in the apartment.
Local reality series? Extra-Challenge is cool (although I am certified ka-pamilya!) until changes in timeslot got me confused and it has been quite a while since I was able to catch an episode. I was able to keep track of Star Struck 1 and Star Circle Quest 2. And now, Pinoy Big Brother, of which I am a critic-fan, watching it with such criticism.
I am not sure if I am watching these shows because of the reality element (for the fact that I am TV freak per se– reality or not!). I have always believed in the reality of the power of media to hype shows. I have always believed in the reality of editing, choosing what appeals to the people which would ignite reactions. I have always believed in the reality that there is more, or even less, of the people we watch in these reality shows. Nevertheless, the sheer joy of watching and even gaining insights from these shows is for real.
Can’t blame me then if I watch these reality shows, huh? Who knows I may be on the next reality TV series? (nah!)
Thursday, November 10, 2005
Another wedding …
…. not mine, of course!
Just the other day, I attended the wedding of one of my friends in high school. Actually, it’s the 3rd wedding I attended this year (can’t help if I am that in demand .. hehe). And no, I was not the maid-of-honor nor any of the bridesmaids in any of those weddings. I was one of the emcees of the first one, a guest of the second one and an usherette in the third one.
It’s nice being invited and attending such a special celebration. Another friend of mine, who was also an usherette, kept saying that such occasion indicates such change. Parang kalian lang nung nag-JS prom kami (char lang!) But kidding aside, it makes you think how life changes and it seems that everything went with just a snap. Pretty soon, they will have kids and then I’m one of the godmothers (oh my!). I know there wouldn’t be gimik nights (although I’m not a gimikera). Let me rephrase that .. no more late night dinners and videoke. But that’s life. People move on to different stages and change will always be there. But I always make sure that I tell my friends that we will still be friends .. hehe!
Of course, when a single person attends such occasion .. there is that inevitable question. Kelan kayo susunod? Huh! As if I could answer that question! But I say that for now, attending such weddings is quite enough for me. I’ll cross the bridge when I get there.
Attending such wedding made me realize more that some things won’t go as planned. Rain was one of the reasons for the changes in two of the weddings I attended. But at the same time, the show must go on .. and it did! See! It just means that it’s good to plan, but it doesn’t work .. go for Plan B. The important thing is it will eventually work out fine.
Oh! And another thing! That bouquet thing? I always try to avoid it (no need to explain because majority of single ladies out there avoid it as well). Anyhow, can’t avoid it the last time around because my friend’s tita was calling our names (we were in the comfort room .. hehe). By the way, that catch-that-bouquet tradition has been sort of changed because of the hard fact that some girl will not really try to catch it (which is believed to be bad luck). Anyhow, with the last wedding, we were to pull up some strings from a basket, and one string has a note attached to it. Guess what? I did not get that string .. luck is indeed with me!
Well .. until the next wedding (most probably not mine)!
Just the other day, I attended the wedding of one of my friends in high school. Actually, it’s the 3rd wedding I attended this year (can’t help if I am that in demand .. hehe). And no, I was not the maid-of-honor nor any of the bridesmaids in any of those weddings. I was one of the emcees of the first one, a guest of the second one and an usherette in the third one.
It’s nice being invited and attending such a special celebration. Another friend of mine, who was also an usherette, kept saying that such occasion indicates such change. Parang kalian lang nung nag-JS prom kami (char lang!) But kidding aside, it makes you think how life changes and it seems that everything went with just a snap. Pretty soon, they will have kids and then I’m one of the godmothers (oh my!). I know there wouldn’t be gimik nights (although I’m not a gimikera). Let me rephrase that .. no more late night dinners and videoke. But that’s life. People move on to different stages and change will always be there. But I always make sure that I tell my friends that we will still be friends .. hehe!
Of course, when a single person attends such occasion .. there is that inevitable question. Kelan kayo susunod? Huh! As if I could answer that question! But I say that for now, attending such weddings is quite enough for me. I’ll cross the bridge when I get there.
Attending such wedding made me realize more that some things won’t go as planned. Rain was one of the reasons for the changes in two of the weddings I attended. But at the same time, the show must go on .. and it did! See! It just means that it’s good to plan, but it doesn’t work .. go for Plan B. The important thing is it will eventually work out fine.
Oh! And another thing! That bouquet thing? I always try to avoid it (no need to explain because majority of single ladies out there avoid it as well). Anyhow, can’t avoid it the last time around because my friend’s tita was calling our names (we were in the comfort room .. hehe). By the way, that catch-that-bouquet tradition has been sort of changed because of the hard fact that some girl will not really try to catch it (which is believed to be bad luck). Anyhow, with the last wedding, we were to pull up some strings from a basket, and one string has a note attached to it. Guess what? I did not get that string .. luck is indeed with me!
Well .. until the next wedding (most probably not mine)!
Monday, November 07, 2005
Ripples
I have always believed that everyone creates ripples. And that we touch other's lives with everything that we do. The precise time I crossed a street or bought some food creates an effect on other people's lives. Joan just reiterated it today.
Oh! I haven't told you about Joan? Well, she's Joan of Arcadia. One really nice show that really makes me ponder about my life more.
Today's episode (actually, it was Friday night's episode on ETC) was about touching other's lives and looking at the whole spectrum. Joan was tasked by GOD to ask Steve, a bully, to the school dance at a precise moment and she did. She doesn't really know why. Anyway, things went well and a small thing led to Steve running away from school, with Joan following her. Steve had a gun and started practice shooting until Joan's dad arrives. Anyhow, Joan asks GOD what good was she able to do when it will eventually landed Steve in jail. She was tasked to listen. She did. She observed. But she still didn't understand why nothing good came out if. Well, she was missing the whole spectrum. When she asked Steve to the dance, she saved lives. Because of her act, Steve got noticed. He was given an importance. Another person believed in him. If not for Joan's act, there would have been a shooting incident with a number of students getting killed and shot by Steve, who will commit suicide in the end.
Of course, if GOD wasn't there, Joan would have missed the big picture. How would she know, right?
I guess it just made me think more that everything I do, affects everyone, no matter how small. I touch other people's lives, affecting their decisions, making an impact on their future. I create ripples, though I may never know up to what extent
Oh! I haven't told you about Joan? Well, she's Joan of Arcadia. One really nice show that really makes me ponder about my life more.
Today's episode (actually, it was Friday night's episode on ETC) was about touching other's lives and looking at the whole spectrum. Joan was tasked by GOD to ask Steve, a bully, to the school dance at a precise moment and she did. She doesn't really know why. Anyway, things went well and a small thing led to Steve running away from school, with Joan following her. Steve had a gun and started practice shooting until Joan's dad arrives. Anyhow, Joan asks GOD what good was she able to do when it will eventually landed Steve in jail. She was tasked to listen. She did. She observed. But she still didn't understand why nothing good came out if. Well, she was missing the whole spectrum. When she asked Steve to the dance, she saved lives. Because of her act, Steve got noticed. He was given an importance. Another person believed in him. If not for Joan's act, there would have been a shooting incident with a number of students getting killed and shot by Steve, who will commit suicide in the end.
Of course, if GOD wasn't there, Joan would have missed the big picture. How would she know, right?
I guess it just made me think more that everything I do, affects everyone, no matter how small. I touch other people's lives, affecting their decisions, making an impact on their future. I create ripples, though I may never know up to what extent
Friday, November 04, 2005
At last
At last ….
… I have updated my blog after quite some time. I am not pretty sure why I only got to update my blog now when I was basically free after our last exam a week ago. Probably because I had too many topics to write … hehe …
… first semester of law school is over, well almost since we still don’t have our grades and we have a removal exam on the 12th of November just to eliminate our lowest quiz. Well, damn if you do, damn if you don’t!
… I got my first celebrity picture since I resigned from work. I got an autographed picture from Jeff Probst, the Survivor host, a few weeks back. Actually, I also got a letter from Rodger Bingham, from Survivor 2, a few months back. (Take a guess if I'm a Survivor fan!) My letter to Rodger was actually a thank you note for replying to my letter years ago. And still, he replied to my letter!
… I have started arranging our pictures from our vacation last May and I should be finished before the second semester begins (or just about when it starts).
… I have finished a novel after months of not reading one. I just finished James Patterson’s Jack and Jill. Cool twists but the ending was kind of open-ended .. typical conspiracy stuff .. hehe!
… I have tasted Jollibee’s Double Cheese Fries. Being a cheese-fanatic, I have been wanting to have a taste of this. The verdict? Typical fries with cheese!
… I have updated my blog after quite some time. I am not pretty sure why I only got to update my blog now when I was basically free after our last exam a week ago. Probably because I had too many topics to write … hehe …
… first semester of law school is over, well almost since we still don’t have our grades and we have a removal exam on the 12th of November just to eliminate our lowest quiz. Well, damn if you do, damn if you don’t!
… I got my first celebrity picture since I resigned from work. I got an autographed picture from Jeff Probst, the Survivor host, a few weeks back. Actually, I also got a letter from Rodger Bingham, from Survivor 2, a few months back. (Take a guess if I'm a Survivor fan!) My letter to Rodger was actually a thank you note for replying to my letter years ago. And still, he replied to my letter!
… I have started arranging our pictures from our vacation last May and I should be finished before the second semester begins (or just about when it starts).
… I have finished a novel after months of not reading one. I just finished James Patterson’s Jack and Jill. Cool twists but the ending was kind of open-ended .. typical conspiracy stuff .. hehe!
… I have tasted Jollibee’s Double Cheese Fries. Being a cheese-fanatic, I have been wanting to have a taste of this. The verdict? Typical fries with cheese!
Friday, October 14, 2005
Coincidence
Coincidence is a chance occurrence of events remarkable either for being simultaneous or for apparently being connected.
Do you believe in coincidence? I do, but not just because of coincidence. What I mean is that things happen for a reason, we just don't know that reason.
It was such a coincidence yesterday that 2 of my classmates, seated together inside the class, wore a pink shirt (different shades), but more or less of the same style (with a collar). I was really ecstatic and amazed with what happened. Yes, sure, it was petty but nevertheless amazing because we did not talk about it, it just happened. What a coincidence indeed! We may not know the real reason why it happened but it did. Maybe because there is something in Thursdays that made us wear pink. Maybe we were unknowingly sending message to each other. Maybe great minds think alike!
I just remembered another amazing coincidence earlier this year. Jan called me up on my mobile and then suddenly, we were cut-off because I did not have enough battery. Without any discussion, I picked up the phone and dialed her number in the office .. and she was doing the same thing. So basically, her phone did not ring and so did our phone. It was just after I dialed, without any ring, and I said 'hello' .. she was already on the other line. That was indeed an amazing coincidence! I am so glad I have that kind of connection with her!
Thursday, October 13, 2005
Crash
I decided to watch Crash yesterday morning and did not regret watching it.
It is definitely not a fun movie to watch. It's one of those films that makes you think about life in general and leaves that sort of heavy lingering feeling after the film.
When I heard about this film, I wanted to watch because Sandra Bullock is part of it. Reading its review, I found out that there are a number of actors in this not really big film and in which they play major roles with not much exposures.
It is definitely not a fun movie to watch. It's one of those films that makes you think about life in general and leaves that sort of heavy lingering feeling after the film.
When I heard about this film, I wanted to watch because Sandra Bullock is part of it. Reading its review, I found out that there are a number of actors in this not really big film and in which they play major roles with not much exposures.
This film just proves that life is indeed connected. That there are things in people's lives that happen for some reason or another. We do stuff that we may not know will eventually have that ripple effect not only on us but on other people, even those we are remotely connected. There are situations in life where we have to go on. There are realities we have to face that somehow a person who has wronged us will eventually crash with our lives and vice-versa. And even though how much we try to be good in the things we do, there are mistakes, even fatal ones, which would destroy us. There are things we can control and there are those which we could not. And if we fail in those some things that we do, it turns out that it was meant for the best.
After watching the film, I realized that it had that Mystic River effect in me. And as I checked the cover, one comment was that "it was easily the strongest film after Mystic River". I could be a film critic then!
Crash is not necessarily a favorite in the sense that I would watch it over and over and memorize its lines. It is that kind of movie that I will always like for it has made a mark on the way I live, living a life crashing with other people lives everyday.
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Top 5 - New Hair
I just had my hair cut over the weekend. Nothing fancy, i just had it trimmed 3 inches short, shoulder-length level. Here are the top 5 questions/statements I got:
1. Nagpagupit ka? (toynk! .. let me think about it .. hehe)
2. Oi .. inspired! (kanino? wala!)
3. In-Love! (Nah! sige na nga .. i love my life)
4. Nagmukhang mas bata (Take note .. mas bata)
5. In fairness .. bagay! (Salamat!)
Before the haircut, I had my longest hair. No regrets in cutting it short a bit. Less water, less shampoo, less effort. But it was fun while it lasted, but it was definitely more fun when I cut it. Why not? People liked it as well!
1. Nagpagupit ka? (toynk! .. let me think about it .. hehe)
2. Oi .. inspired! (kanino? wala!)
3. In-Love! (Nah! sige na nga .. i love my life)
4. Nagmukhang mas bata (Take note .. mas bata)
5. In fairness .. bagay! (Salamat!)
Before the haircut, I had my longest hair. No regrets in cutting it short a bit. Less water, less shampoo, less effort. But it was fun while it lasted, but it was definitely more fun when I cut it. Why not? People liked it as well!
Tuesday, October 04, 2005
I Could Have …
I could have told my classmates that I had a feeling that the purpose of the Indeterminate Sentence Law would be asked even it was not part of the coverage
I could have encouraged my classmates to read Articles 89 to 99 more thoroughly, rather than concentrating on just four articles
I could have declined to answer a question after the test questionnaires were distributed
I could have answered my classmate when she asked me a question as I was leaving the room
I could have memorized the prescription period of special laws
I could have had helped my classmates in getting better scores
I could have gotten a better score
So many "could haves" in an hour, what more in a life time?
The truth is … there will always be "could haves" in my life. I may regret not being able to do some of them while I may also take pride being able to do some of them. I could have made other people more happy but then I could only do as much.
I could have encouraged my classmates to read Articles 89 to 99 more thoroughly, rather than concentrating on just four articles
I could have declined to answer a question after the test questionnaires were distributed
I could have answered my classmate when she asked me a question as I was leaving the room
I could have memorized the prescription period of special laws
I could have had helped my classmates in getting better scores
I could have gotten a better score
So many "could haves" in an hour, what more in a life time?
The truth is … there will always be "could haves" in my life. I may regret not being able to do some of them while I may also take pride being able to do some of them. I could have made other people more happy but then I could only do as much.
Tuesday, September 27, 2005
Roller Coaster
Last Saturday was quite a roller coaster day for me. We had our dreaded exams in Persons ... and I was not disappointed. I think it was one hard exams. I was quite cold after the exams. I wasn't able to answer correctly 2 question worth 20 points (toynk!) .. no wonder I was cold! It was quite tricky and I wasn't able to get the question up until the last 10 minutes .. hahai!
Anyhow, my afternoon was rockin' cool! I got to play badminton with my other 9 classmates plus with my mom and brother as well. It was really nice since I have long wanted to play with my mom .. and it came true .. woohoo!
See .. it was roller coaster day after all!
Anyhow, my afternoon was rockin' cool! I got to play badminton with my other 9 classmates plus with my mom and brother as well. It was really nice since I have long wanted to play with my mom .. and it came true .. woohoo!
See .. it was roller coaster day after all!
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Lost
I lost my watch the other day. And I feel sad. It was given to me by my mom when I started to work in 2002. I consider it my office watch, my formal watch. It was a Westar gold watch and I usually keep it in my bag when I go home because it is quite attractive to you-know-whos. But I don't think it was snatched from me unknowingly. I think the clasp gave way and it fell somewhere. I just hope and pray that the one who found it really needs that watch and that it would help him (or her) in whatever way. Anyway, just what Avril said, I have to Let Go!
Lost, one of my favorite shows, won as best in directing in a drama series in the Emmy's in its first season. House, another favorite, won as best in writing in a drama series, also in its first season. Plus, Amazing Race, won its third Emmy award as best reality TV show. I can now say that I am an award winning televiewer .. hehe!
Lost, one of my favorite shows, won as best in directing in a drama series in the Emmy's in its first season. House, another favorite, won as best in writing in a drama series, also in its first season. Plus, Amazing Race, won its third Emmy award as best reality TV show. I can now say that I am an award winning televiewer .. hehe!
Monday, September 19, 2005
Contradictions
Last Saturday was a day of contradictions.
I was ecstatic for I have played badminton again after months of wanting to play it. After studying in school with my classmates, we had an hour to play the game. It was fun but kulang (just like Cream Silk's shampoo lang is kulang ad .. free advertising here!) I was also happy since I saw three of my batchmates in college .. nice, isn't it?
I also felt embarrassed for Davao City that night. After the game, I proceeded to Gaisano Mall to have I merienda with my mom and brother. Around 7 pm, it was raining hard. Our Crosswind was with our dad, good thing (I'm not sure if it was really a good thing) we got a taxi. Anyway, the taxi stalled when we got to Boulevard. Yes, we had to get out of the taxi so I had to remove my socks and walked in the flood a bit just to get to the curb. My brother almost lost his Star Wars slipper. To think that Davao is the most livable city in the Philippines .. but I don't think so. I think they forgot to factor in that Davao gets flooded .. maybe not like in Marikina. But it still gets flooded!!!! Something has to be done! After school, when it rains, the taxi driver asks us where we are going to get off, where to pass and how flooded it is going to our place. Trick question! A number of streets in the downtown area gets flooded. And don't ask about our subdivision, the road sucks and the drainage system doesn't seem to work well. Last Saturday's strong rain lasted for about 2 hours before winding down. Just imagine if the rain would go on for hours!
I am not sure what to do about it. I'll try to tell Mayor Duterte and let the councilors know to stop bickering and look at what happens to Davao City when it rains .. it pours jud! I'll try but in the mean time, I'll continue my prayers!
I was ecstatic for I have played badminton again after months of wanting to play it. After studying in school with my classmates, we had an hour to play the game. It was fun but kulang (just like Cream Silk's shampoo lang is kulang ad .. free advertising here!) I was also happy since I saw three of my batchmates in college .. nice, isn't it?
I also felt embarrassed for Davao City that night. After the game, I proceeded to Gaisano Mall to have I merienda with my mom and brother. Around 7 pm, it was raining hard. Our Crosswind was with our dad, good thing (I'm not sure if it was really a good thing) we got a taxi. Anyway, the taxi stalled when we got to Boulevard. Yes, we had to get out of the taxi so I had to remove my socks and walked in the flood a bit just to get to the curb. My brother almost lost his Star Wars slipper. To think that Davao is the most livable city in the Philippines .. but I don't think so. I think they forgot to factor in that Davao gets flooded .. maybe not like in Marikina. But it still gets flooded!!!! Something has to be done! After school, when it rains, the taxi driver asks us where we are going to get off, where to pass and how flooded it is going to our place. Trick question! A number of streets in the downtown area gets flooded. And don't ask about our subdivision, the road sucks and the drainage system doesn't seem to work well. Last Saturday's strong rain lasted for about 2 hours before winding down. Just imagine if the rain would go on for hours!
I am not sure what to do about it. I'll try to tell Mayor Duterte and let the councilors know to stop bickering and look at what happens to Davao City when it rains .. it pours jud! I'll try but in the mean time, I'll continue my prayers!
Thursday, September 15, 2005
Top 5 - Broadway
There are times when I write to my friends where I include a Top 5 list. I am not pretty sure how it started but it's fun to make these Top 5 lists. So upon suggestion of a dear friend, I'm also including a Top 5 series in my blog ...
For today, ToyNk features Top 5 Broadway plays I want to be a part of (feeling!):
1. Rent - I am not actually familiar with the story but I really like the song Seasons of Love. As long as I have a part in the song, I am ok with that.
2. Les Miserables - I could be Eponine singing On My Own (eto feeling na talaga!). But I really love this song
3. The Sound of Music- I became one of the Von Trapp children in a play during High School. I don't really have a great voice, but I guess it was my acting that proved to be a factor (super feeling na talaga!). Anyway, there are so many songs that are so fun to sing in this play that it would more of play rather than work being a part of this production.
4. Grease - I am not sure when I first watched Grease, the Movie with John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. But I am sure that I really like to sing the songs (even though some can be considered cheesy). Another motivating factor is I can show off my dancing prowess (mas feeling na talaga!) in this production.
5. Annie - I like the story. And I can say that I grew up with this .. from betamax to VHS to VCD, we have a copy of this. DVD next? Anyway, Tomorrow is a really nice song but I'm not that sure if I could belt it that way it should (pa-humble effect!). But I'm pretty sure it would be fun doing the Hard Knock Life number.
For today, ToyNk features Top 5 Broadway plays I want to be a part of (feeling!):
1. Rent - I am not actually familiar with the story but I really like the song Seasons of Love. As long as I have a part in the song, I am ok with that.
2. Les Miserables - I could be Eponine singing On My Own (eto feeling na talaga!). But I really love this song
3. The Sound of Music- I became one of the Von Trapp children in a play during High School. I don't really have a great voice, but I guess it was my acting that proved to be a factor (super feeling na talaga!). Anyway, there are so many songs that are so fun to sing in this play that it would more of play rather than work being a part of this production.
4. Grease - I am not sure when I first watched Grease, the Movie with John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. But I am sure that I really like to sing the songs (even though some can be considered cheesy). Another motivating factor is I can show off my dancing prowess (mas feeling na talaga!) in this production.
5. Annie - I like the story. And I can say that I grew up with this .. from betamax to VHS to VCD, we have a copy of this. DVD next? Anyway, Tomorrow is a really nice song but I'm not that sure if I could belt it that way it should (pa-humble effect!). But I'm pretty sure it would be fun doing the Hard Knock Life number.
Thursday, September 08, 2005
On Top
How does it feel being on top?
On top of what?
If I'm on top of things, I think I would feel great since things are in control.
If I'm on top of a mountain or a building, I think I would be thrilled but nevertheless cautious looking onto what's below me and the probability of me doing a Jack and Jill (... came tumbling after).
What about on top of the class on a particular exam?
I can't deny that it feels great. I was pretty excited in going home so I could just tell my mom and dad about it. Details? You see, in one of my subjects, nobody passed in 2 sections in the first exam. After giving additional points, some of them did .. but I still got 59 after that. On the 2nd exam, I got 82.5. Only 5 people passed that exam. And I was the one who got the highest score. I was happy for myself. But you see, only 5 people passed amongst 75 students. The thing is a number of my classmates and friends were really congratulating me that I felt that they are more happy for me than I am for me. No kidding! I think it has something to do with the reputation of our teacher, passing 7 to 12 students in a class, and being able to top it. Don't get me wrong .. I'm happy and so thankful about it. But then, it doesn't end there. You see, my name was posted in the two bulletin boards in Law School, along with the others who have topped the exam. Some have even asked me if I have already started studying for the third exam, which is 2 weeks from now. I have to live up to that kind of expectation (do I hear pressure?).
Nevertheless, I can't deny that it feels great. But I always try to remember that it doesn't end there.
Do you know what also makes me feel great? Getting an e-mail from a dear friend, reading her blog and letting me know that she's doing great ;)
On top of what?
If I'm on top of things, I think I would feel great since things are in control.
If I'm on top of a mountain or a building, I think I would be thrilled but nevertheless cautious looking onto what's below me and the probability of me doing a Jack and Jill (... came tumbling after).
What about on top of the class on a particular exam?
I can't deny that it feels great. I was pretty excited in going home so I could just tell my mom and dad about it. Details? You see, in one of my subjects, nobody passed in 2 sections in the first exam. After giving additional points, some of them did .. but I still got 59 after that. On the 2nd exam, I got 82.5. Only 5 people passed that exam. And I was the one who got the highest score. I was happy for myself. But you see, only 5 people passed amongst 75 students. The thing is a number of my classmates and friends were really congratulating me that I felt that they are more happy for me than I am for me. No kidding! I think it has something to do with the reputation of our teacher, passing 7 to 12 students in a class, and being able to top it. Don't get me wrong .. I'm happy and so thankful about it. But then, it doesn't end there. You see, my name was posted in the two bulletin boards in Law School, along with the others who have topped the exam. Some have even asked me if I have already started studying for the third exam, which is 2 weeks from now. I have to live up to that kind of expectation (do I hear pressure?).
Nevertheless, I can't deny that it feels great. But I always try to remember that it doesn't end there.
Do you know what also makes me feel great? Getting an e-mail from a dear friend, reading her blog and letting me know that she's doing great ;)
Wednesday, August 31, 2005
House
I am hooked on House!
I just started watching House last Saturday on AXN and caught its 2nd episode last night. I think I like it because I learn so much for it. It's just weird that Dr. House would rather not be emotional and cure the patient, rather than be emotional with the patient and not being able to do anything about the illness. Just last night, he mentioned that he has beena doctor for 20 years .. wow! That's why it was easy for him to look at someone and know what's wrong, without even checking the person. The last two episodes delved on unusual illnesses or diseases but it was nice to know things that we usually take for granted. I learned that vaccination is really important, that medical history is life-saving, that medication can be damaging, that clef chin is hereditary.
Anyway, just a side-trip .. I am blessed that I have amom, who's celebrating her 50th birthday to day, for taking care of our House (connected pa rin!) and all of us as well ;)
I just started watching House last Saturday on AXN and caught its 2nd episode last night. I think I like it because I learn so much for it. It's just weird that Dr. House would rather not be emotional and cure the patient, rather than be emotional with the patient and not being able to do anything about the illness. Just last night, he mentioned that he has beena doctor for 20 years .. wow! That's why it was easy for him to look at someone and know what's wrong, without even checking the person. The last two episodes delved on unusual illnesses or diseases but it was nice to know things that we usually take for granted. I learned that vaccination is really important, that medical history is life-saving, that medication can be damaging, that clef chin is hereditary.
Anyway, just a side-trip .. I am blessed that I have amom, who's celebrating her 50th birthday to day, for taking care of our House (connected pa rin!) and all of us as well ;)
Thursday, August 25, 2005
Walk-out
Have you ever walked-out on somebody?
I may have but cannot remember such incident. Although it's also likely that I haven't done it. I'm not sure ...
Has somebody ever walked-out on you?
Yes .. but not really because of me, just the whole class. Some teachers do this. One of our teachers just did it last night. She had her usual lecture. We thought she was in a good mood. And then nobody volunteered to answer her question about a case. I'm pretty sure that a number of us read the case. We probably just didn't know how to answer the question to our teacher's expectation .. maybe we were just afraid! Then, we were supposed to answer it in a sheet of paper. But guess what? Only a handful had paper! That made her walk-out! I won't take it away from our teacher .. it is her right. At the same time, I wouldn't let it eat up my system and worry over it. I'll just read and read. I respect her action .. that's the way the cookie crumbles!
By the way, since we're talking about walk, I just had to mention that I really like the song Walking in Memphis. I don't think a lot of people are familiar about it .. but it is just nice. I think using this song in an X-Files episode adds to its likeness factor for me. Hmmm... I wonder when I will be walking in Memphis.
I may have but cannot remember such incident. Although it's also likely that I haven't done it. I'm not sure ...
Has somebody ever walked-out on you?
Yes .. but not really because of me, just the whole class. Some teachers do this. One of our teachers just did it last night. She had her usual lecture. We thought she was in a good mood. And then nobody volunteered to answer her question about a case. I'm pretty sure that a number of us read the case. We probably just didn't know how to answer the question to our teacher's expectation .. maybe we were just afraid! Then, we were supposed to answer it in a sheet of paper. But guess what? Only a handful had paper! That made her walk-out! I won't take it away from our teacher .. it is her right. At the same time, I wouldn't let it eat up my system and worry over it. I'll just read and read. I respect her action .. that's the way the cookie crumbles!
By the way, since we're talking about walk, I just had to mention that I really like the song Walking in Memphis. I don't think a lot of people are familiar about it .. but it is just nice. I think using this song in an X-Files episode adds to its likeness factor for me. Hmmm... I wonder when I will be walking in Memphis.
Monday, August 22, 2005
Kadayawan!
Kadayawan is a yearly festival thanksgiving celebrated here in my hometown, Davao City!
I used to take it for granted .. with the usual beauty tilt, street dancing, bazaar, sale, parades and float.
This time around, I appreciated it more. Maybe because I have missed it the past 2 years.
Anyway, I'm proud of this festival of festivals.
Fruits are everywhere! Almost all types of fruits can be sold at P20 a kilo. There's rambutan, mangosteen, lanzones, durian, marang .. super dami talaga! I think I ate at least a seed of durian for the last 4 days. A classmate of mine even brought rambutan to share with us just so that it wouldn't rot .. because they have so much at home.
Last Saturday, the street dancing was held. Traffic was bad. We had to walk just to get to school to attend our make-up class .. but the walk was not bad, I'm OK with walking. And besides, I am conserving energy .. just like what our President tells us.
Celebrities! They were abound! They have had concert here there and everywhere. But I didn't go out to look for them. I just stayed at home and watched them at home. I'm a fanatic .. I know! But I am just not the type who will go out and soak in the sun just to see them .. hehehe .. defensive! But it was nice that they got to come here because it means business for our city .. hehehe!
Kadayawan was fun! Truly a festival of thanksgiving!
I used to take it for granted .. with the usual beauty tilt, street dancing, bazaar, sale, parades and float.
This time around, I appreciated it more. Maybe because I have missed it the past 2 years.
Anyway, I'm proud of this festival of festivals.
Fruits are everywhere! Almost all types of fruits can be sold at P20 a kilo. There's rambutan, mangosteen, lanzones, durian, marang .. super dami talaga! I think I ate at least a seed of durian for the last 4 days. A classmate of mine even brought rambutan to share with us just so that it wouldn't rot .. because they have so much at home.
Last Saturday, the street dancing was held. Traffic was bad. We had to walk just to get to school to attend our make-up class .. but the walk was not bad, I'm OK with walking. And besides, I am conserving energy .. just like what our President tells us.
Celebrities! They were abound! They have had concert here there and everywhere. But I didn't go out to look for them. I just stayed at home and watched them at home. I'm a fanatic .. I know! But I am just not the type who will go out and soak in the sun just to see them .. hehehe .. defensive! But it was nice that they got to come here because it means business for our city .. hehehe!
Kadayawan was fun! Truly a festival of thanksgiving!
Wednesday, August 17, 2005
Nice
It's just nice when people who don't have much in life share whatever they have.
I got on a jeep last week where the driver offered some mangosteen that he just bought for P20. I was the only passenger at that time when he offered it. He said he is sincere in the offer, not just the typical Filipino who just offers out of respect. I said thank you, I'm okay. He just said that maybe because I just brushed my teeth (correct!). Anyway, he also offered some of his mangosteen to this other driver who changed his bill to coins.
Just this afternoon, our jeepney driver before offered a ride from the basketball court hanggang kanto .. for free. I was thankful and thought that it was nice of him knowing that the P5.25 I was supposed to pay him would go a long way in his family.
When I was a naive kid, I used to think that it was really nice for the Indonesian Consulate, near our home, to have all those flags when it's time for my dad's birthday. Eventually, I found out that my dad's birthday falls on the same date of Indonesia's Independence Day (or something like that). My dad used to say "buti pa ang Indonesian Consulate maalala ang birthday, ang gobyerno dito sa Pilipinas hindi jud." Hehehe .. Happy 55th Birthday Dad!
I got on a jeep last week where the driver offered some mangosteen that he just bought for P20. I was the only passenger at that time when he offered it. He said he is sincere in the offer, not just the typical Filipino who just offers out of respect. I said thank you, I'm okay. He just said that maybe because I just brushed my teeth (correct!). Anyway, he also offered some of his mangosteen to this other driver who changed his bill to coins.
Just this afternoon, our jeepney driver before offered a ride from the basketball court hanggang kanto .. for free. I was thankful and thought that it was nice of him knowing that the P5.25 I was supposed to pay him would go a long way in his family.
When I was a naive kid, I used to think that it was really nice for the Indonesian Consulate, near our home, to have all those flags when it's time for my dad's birthday. Eventually, I found out that my dad's birthday falls on the same date of Indonesia's Independence Day (or something like that). My dad used to say "buti pa ang Indonesian Consulate maalala ang birthday, ang gobyerno dito sa Pilipinas hindi jud." Hehehe .. Happy 55th Birthday Dad!
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