Invictus Volition

REDEEM.RELIVE.REJOICE

2009-02-11T21:58:00.000-08:00

Dub Dub Dub Dub Dub, JUNIORS!

Tomorrow's the day. Bukas na ang araw na pinakahihintay natin. Bukas na natin malalaman kung ang lahat ng ating pinaghirapan ay magbubunga. Bukas na ang araw na mapapasaya natin si Sir Mendoza.

I felt very happy yesterday nung natapos ung practice. Pagod, pero malaki ung feeling of pride. Napataas ang tingin ko sa inyo, batchmates! Seryoso. And a while ago, nasiyahan ako kasi marami ang angsupport dun sa Juniors Tattoo. And what made me more happier is the booth na may messages. Nakita ko na inspired kayo, nakita ko na gusto nyong lumaban at manalo. Sure, alam naman natin na hindi lahat feel ang cheering pero sana, yung mga taong iyon ay aayusin bukas. Isang beses lang tayo mag-ccheer, isang beses lang tayo magiging Junior, kaya sagarin na natin. Tama nga si Tristan, 1 and a half month na lang tayo magiging Junior, kaya dapat galingan na talaga natin. Sa mga taong absent nung wednesday, magpractice kayo bukas. Magpaturo kayo kung anong gagawin, kayang-kaya nyo pang humabol. Yung practice nung wednesday, dapat higitan pa natin. I-memorize ang lahat ng cheers. I sent a link. Sa mga wala pang handprops, gawin nyo na. Don't forget the wave and the golden gauntlet and the garter (to those who have), bring safety pins too para sa lahat. Kayang -kaya to, ito'y nasa dugo! Wear black pants (maong,jazz,jogging) and dominantly white shoes. Girls, please tie your hair. Mag energy drink na kayo if you think kailangan nyo.

San-tibok! San-dugo! San-sigaw! Azul, kayan nating magpunyagi!

And to end this entry, here's a picture that truly inspired me today:
MABUHAY, BIGAY PUGAY, ITAAS ANG NOO!

CHEERS

2009-02-10T05:15:00.000-08:00

I
Sa wa lo pat!
Ang juniors nandito na!
Ma nim to lo!
Kapit na dahil heto na!

*(Instrumental)* - 10 sets of 8

II
CSA Cheers and Yells
(Chant)
Up-up-up, the eagles fly fly fly,
From above, they look you down;
C-S-A controls the sky
C-S-A’s the best in town

(Intro) (Staccato singing)
Up up up. The eagles fly.
From above. They look you down.
CSA. Controls the sky.
CSA’s. the best in town.

Fight Eagles, Fight Eagles
Fight. Fight. Fight.
(Slower)
Go-go-golden eagles
Go-go-golden eagles
(Normal)
Men of might, golden eagles
Fight / Fight / Fight /
Men of might, golden eagles
Fight, Fight, Fight!

Flap, flap,flap, down like flies,
all the teams fall to the ground,
come on now you little owls,
show your face, we’ll blow your eyes
Flap,flap,flap, swing, swing, swing.
Fly, fly, fly, beat your wings!
Kill with the bill! Flap with the wings!
Flap, flap, flap, swing, swing, swing!

(Instrumental)
Golden eagles, show your claws,
grab those birdies by the neck,
don’t be afraid, they have no paws,
they don’t bite, they hardly peck.

(Chant)
Don’t pity them no! (prolong “no!)
Show-them-where-to-go
(3x)

They all go to yell!
There’s none left to tell!

(Normal)
Red feathers, fight! /
Golden eagles, win! /
Show them your might! /
Give them a swing.

Golden eagles keep the fight,
Don’t give up the golden crown.
Golden eagles, show them why
You still are the best in town.
When you’re up, you’re up /
They are down, they’re down. /
Hold them by the top /
Keep them upside down. /

We told you the eagles fly,
we told you you’re bound to die;
now you have to bow and cry
for the eagles rule the sky.

(Chant)
Red is their blood,
Gold is our prize;
Red is their face, gold is our heart.
Red, gold, red, gold-yeah! (3x)
Red and gold! rah, rah, rah, rah!
C / S / A / rah, rah, rah!

2,3,4,5,6,7,8

III***
Mabuhay! Ang dakila!
Sabay-sabay!
Humanda na! Heto na!
Juniors! (2,3,4) Juniors! (2,3,4)

IV
Sabay sabay ang pagtibok ng puso, ng Juniors!
Sabay sabay pumipintig ang puso, ng Juniors!
Dub-dub-dub-dub-dub
JUNIORS!
dub-dub-dub-dub-dub..

(Si-no dakila? Ang Juniors!
Juniors! Dakila! Mabuhay!) 2x

V
San-tibok! /
San-dugo! /
San-sigaw! /
AaaaAzul!

2,3,4

VI
Hahanapin ang ninakaw na puso
Ipapakita ang tunay na sapiro
Lalaban hanggang sa dulo’t dulo ng mundo
Humanda na dahil juniors ay nandito

Bughaw! Bughaw! Lumilitaw!
Sigaw! Sigaw! Pumapalahaw! Ha!
Sabay! Sabay! Ipakita!
Agos! Agos! Sapirong Mandaragat!

VII
Kami ang Juniors
Lalaban na!
Kami ang Juniors
Sasakop na!
Sapiro! Sapiro!
Hu-manda kayong lahat!
Sapiro! Sapiro!
Ang juniors ay sasabak na!

Sapirong Mandaragat! HA-HA!
Sapirong Mandaragat!
Ma-ta-kot ka!
Tibok ng puso’y di mawawala!
Kukunin ang puso, halina’t bawiin!
I-balik ang dub-dub-dub!

*(Instrumental)* 2 sets of 8

VIII
Mabuhay, bigay pugay!
Itaas ang noo!
Malaks at maingay!
Tibok ng puso!
Dub dub-dub dub-dub! Juniors!
Dub dub-dub dub-dub!
Juniors!
Huhahataw na kaming mga Juniors!
Pa-panalo! Zul-azul-azul-a-tres!
Di papatalo! Kami Juniors!
(4 counts)
Husay! Ang husay! J-U-N-I-O-R-S!
Tibay! Ang tibay! J-U-N-I-O-R-S!
Tibay kung tibay! Lakas kung lakas!
Basta’s tayo’y magkasama, walang aatras!
Dub dub-dub dub-dub!
J U N I O R S!

Sapirong Mandaragat

2009-02-10T02:18:00.000-08:00

Sorry cause this is the only way i could think of so that I could be able to impart my thoughts. Please read and digest.

I made this post early so all of you can read it: to tell you frankly (as i've been told) our batch ranks fourth in the practices. Laos tayo sa freshies and sophies, not to mention sa seniors. Guys, nag-enjoy naman kayo sa prom na ginawa namin for you, right? It's now time to get serious naman! It's not for the council naman e, it's for you. IN THE HISTORY of the high school, ang JUNIORS ay laging may place, naglalaro lang yan sa FIRST AND SECOND. Tayo ba ang magiging first na WALANG PLACE? And if we lose, yung record na ginawa natin sa first year is nothing but CHAMBA. Guys, we're fighting for HONOR here. Tapos pag natalo, sasabihin nyo counci, sasabihin nyo teachers ang may kasalanan. Eh you guys naman ang di kumikibo eh. WALA KAYONG PAKI. YOU GUYS ARE SO INSENSITIVE. I don't know what's the problem. DID YOU KNOW THAT OUR TEACHERS SAID BEFORE THAT WE WERE THE BEST BATCH THEY HAVE HANDLED? And now, where’s that greatness? It’s very sad to say pero it must be down in the dumps na. And if you’re wondering kung bakit di nagppractice with us si sir Mendoza, it’s because he’s handling the cases of our batch mates. LET US NOT GIVE HIM MORE REASONS TO BE SAD. He REALLY LOVES OUR BATCH pero eto tayo, INSENSITIVE. GUYS, so please, kahit di naman champions, makapagbigay naman tayo ng maayos na laban. Sabi nga ni Sir Mendoza, WE COULD LOSE FIGHTING BUT LET US NOT LOSE DAHIL NAGKALAT TAYO. Ang funny thing pa, you guys are always about the PRIDE AND THE GLORY, but where’s all that? I DON’T SEE IT. HANGGANG SALITA LANG PALA KAYO EH. Kaya please, LAST DAY OF PRACTICE TOMORROW. AYUSIN NA, PLEASE? PLEASE LANG. GO TO THE COVERED COURT AT 7 AM PARA FC NA AGAD. ETO PA PALA, DON’T ASK ME WHAT TIME’S PRACTICE WHEN YOU DON’T PRACTICE WELL NAMAN. GUSTO NYO LANG MAKAMISS NG CLASSES EH. Please lang JUNIORS, it’s NOT TOO LATE. Kaya pa. DAPAT TALAGA CHAMPIONS TAYO. OKAY? :)

P.S. Enjoy!

Written In The Stars: President's Final Report

2009-02-07T23:18:00.000-08:00

July 5, 2008- Summer
The Junior Council Executive Board had their ocular at different hotels in the Metro. Their first stop was the Makati Shangri-La Hotel. Love at first sight. They knew that the hotel was perfect and they knew that their batch mates would love to have their promenade there. Due to the tight sched of Rizal Ballroom, the council had to look at other options such as the Manila Peninsula and the Sofitel Philippine Plaza.

School Days
Weeks after their ocular, the council received a call from Makati Shang confirminng their booking on the 7th of February. It was perfect. Upon knowing this, they immediately got to work in making their prom the best prom possible.

Fast Forward to February 7, 2009
Pre-Prom work at the hotel. The council was surprised with the beautiful transformation of the Rizal ballroom into a Hollywood-themed venue. The Juniors partied and had fun but felt like time flew by so fast. Like they say, time flies fast when you're having fun. After the prom, everyone went to different after-prom parties. but what was truly important was that they spent the night as a batch together in those 6 hours of laughter and merrymaking.

The JUNIOR COUNCIL EXECUTIVE BOARD would like to thank everyone for making the promenade a success.

Truly, undoubtedly, February 7 was a night Written In the Stars

Poundage Report

2008-12-26T01:21:00.000-08:00

POUNDAGE REPORT
As of 12-26-2008, 2219H

Before the Christmas Jubilation: 140 lbs

Now: 148 lbs.

Duude! I never ate much. Demmet.

Filipino Twilight? WTF?

2008-12-24T23:25:00.000-08:00

So yeah, it's been spreading that news of a Filipino remake is currently in production.

-> WTF.

Here are the links I found on the subject matter.

Here's a homebase site dedicated to it:http://takipsilimseries.blogspot.com/
Here's what the official website of Ryan Seacrest says: http://www.ryanseacrest.com/blog/filipinos_want_to_cash_in_too/
It's even in Perez Hilton's site: http://perezhilton.com/2008-12-23-filipino-version-of-twilight-to-begin-production-soon

haha. it could be a very funny sitcom.

My Wishlist for the Holidays!

2008-12-08T23:51:00.000-08:00

Planning to give me a gift this Christmas? Check out this list. :))

Supras- I want new kicks. It could be Sky Tops or Vaiders. It's all up to you.
Dragon Eyewear- To be more specific, Phase White Jumps! Oakleys work for me too.
Zoo Yorks- Cheaper than Supras but still great kicks.
WIP Caps- Bird On Da Wire!
Topman Polos- I want those long sleeves.
Billabong Boardshorts- Summer's near na eh. Somethin' for my Bora Trip
All those Filipino-ish accessories- You know how I dig patriotic fashion. :)
Shorts- Volcoms and Hurlyes will be nice.
iTunes Gift card- 'Nuff said!
Ballers- I want those charity helping ones like "11:11 AM" and "One.org"
Caps- Those flex ones
Boxers- cause it's gonna be cold in the holidays
Shirts- size small. those that pack a punch (Greyone, Topman, SPF, LRG, Hurley, Volcom, etc.)
Skullcandys- Not the black Hesh ones please, i got those already
Holga films- in DIRE need of such. :))

Those are just some. :))
Merry Christmas!

PRESTIGE.PRIDE.SPIRIT

2008-10-22T22:48:00.000-07:00

It's one of those days again..

I've been thinking (and dreaming) about it over and over again. I've even looked into people's multiply accounts just to see what it feels like to be in either of those schools.

So.. Ateneo or UP? Well that's the question I have to answer if I at least get into any of them.

I can't wait!

A testimonial on why UP is the best!

2008-09-05T02:50:00.000-07:00

The U.P. system is the premiere educational institution in the
Philippines.

Kahit kaninong Pilipino nyo itanong, sasabihin na UP ang numero unong
unibersidad sa 'Pinas.

Yung mga nagsasabing hindi UP ang number one, mga in denial. Di nila
matanggap ang laki ng pagitan ng UP sa iskwelahan nila. Yung iba naman
mga bitter, hindi pumasa sa UPCAT kaya naninira—cheap daw ang U.P.,
Jologs ang U.P. (jolog: Gaudy, unelegant, without refinement in
taste), magulo at delikado raw sa U.P., never daw nilang naisipang
mag-aral sa U.P., pero deep inside U.P. ang dream school nila. Sabi
nila, ito ang breeding ground ng mga future leaders ng Pinas – pati na
rin mga future rebels.

Sa U.P. mo makikita ang lahat ng klase ng tao. It's the "REAL WORLD"
daw e--lalake, babae, binabae, tibo, tomboy, alanganin, syoke,
mayaman, mahirap, jolog, sosyal, kristiyano, muslim, pagano,
satanista, tarantado, sira ulo, basagulero, siga, duwag, 'langhiya,
nerdoks, geeks, macho, sexy, payatot, maganda, guwapo, panget,
manyak, birhen, liberated, conservative, maginoo, bastos, peste,
magnanakaw, manggagancho, mamamatay-tao, etc. etc. etc!

Dito mo rin makikita ang pinakamaraming fraternities - APO, S.J.,
Sigma Rho, Alpha Sigma, Pi Sigma, TOM, Mu, Sigma Phi, Toma-Suka-Tumba,
Upsilon, Downsilon, Rightsilon, Leftsilon, Babaylan, Alpha Phi
Chupapi, etc.

Name it at meron ang U.P. Pati na rin ang source ng lahat ng
masasarap na pagkain na makukuhanan ng sakit--fishballs, squidballs,
kikiam, isaw, A.D.I.D.A.S (paa ng manok), bilog, tenga, balun-alunan,
kwek-kwek, Mang Jimmys, Rodics,Beachhouse, at ang ever famous CASAA -
na ngayon ay downloadan na ng mga mp3, at mpeg na bomba.

Kung ikukumpara mo sa mga ibang schools, sa U.P. mo makikita ang
pinakabulok na systema kapag registration (ooops, may CRS na
pala--copuntrzd regtrn) at ang pinaka mahihirap at mahahabang
subjects. U.P. System ang tawag dahil maraming campuses all over the
Philippines .

Nandyan ang U.P.Diliman, ang pinakamalaking school sa Pilipinas.
Sa sunken garden maraming milagrong nagyayari tuwing gabi. Sa sobrang
laki pa ng campus, pwede kang magtayo ng house and lot at di ka pa
masisita ng admin.

Sa U.P. Manila, nagkalat ang mga konyito at konyita. Airconditioned pa
daw ang classrooms nila! Pampered! Andun ang pinakasosyal na UP
building, ang UP Robinsons ( Robinsons Mall ). Nandoon din ang P.G.H.,
kaya kahit masaksak ka habang nag-aabang ng jeep kapag ginabi sa
pag-uwi, o isa kang binabae na nabugbog dahil nahuli kang naghihipo sa
sinehan sa Robinsons, o mamamatay-tao at hindi callboy ang napick-up
mo sa may PWU, malamang ay mabubuhay ka pa.

Sa U.P. Baguio, para kang nagbabakasyon while studying. Malamig all
year round, kaya marami ang laging may kayakap tuwing gabi. Familiar
din ito sa mga Jolina Fans dahil dito shinoot ang isa sa mga super
duper kilig movies nila ni Marvin.

Sa U.P. Los Banos, para sa mga gusto nang kumawala sa parents! Liblib
na lugar, you can do what you never got to do when those parents are
around! Ayos para sa mga nature lovers dahil bundok ang nasa likuran.
Ayos din para sa mga nag-iinit na mga lovers, marami kasing talahiban.

Meron ding U.P. Visayas at U.P. Mindanao, para sa mga sawa na sa
Luzon. And of course ang pinaka-underrated na branch, ang P.U.P.? or
Philippine University of the Philippines, for short. (wahahahaha)

Meron ding mga hoping maging U.P-- nandyan ang UST or UP Sana Tayo,
DLSU-di Lusot sa UP, at and ADMU (Ateneo de Manila Univ)-Ayaw Daw
Mag-UP.

Hindi mo talaga makakalimutan ang buhay mo sa U.P. It's unique and one
of a kind.

Unforgettable para sa akin yung oblation run na dinadayo pa ng taga
ibang school, pati na ng mga tigang na foreigners, mga bakla, at mga
kolehiyalang taga all girls school na akala mo mga inosente kapag
nagtilian. First time nakakakita ng birdies ang mga virgin kuno (meron
ako narinig, in a very coño accent: "ay why is that they look like
sausages, wat?!? wahahahaha), nagpapapiyesta ang babaylan, labasan din
ng mga video cameras ang mga gurang at mga walang asawang teachers at
librarians, at tuwang-tuwa ang ibang mga lalaki dahil mas malaki pala
ang mga alaga nila.

Laging nasa headlines ang UP! Dahil sa mga rally, sikat na alumni, at
dahil na rin sa mga krimen na nangyayari all around campus.
Naka-witness ako ng binaril sa A.S. walk.

Napaka-memorable din sa akin yung teacher ko sa KAS-I na hinarass at
hinipuan ako sa cubicle nya. May kilala rin akong badaf na titser na
nagbigay ng indecent proposal sa machong-macho at very papable kong
kaklase, "Hoy Mr. ___, bumabagsak ka na. Kwarto o kwatro??"

Ang saya-saya talaga dito sa iskul natin! Taun-taon ay hindi nauubusan
ng events ang U.P. Meron tayong yearly fair na ginagawa tuwing
February, concerts like Elvis and Maskipaps, ang nabanggit nang
Oblation Run and Lantern Parade tuwing December, ang pagpapaulan ng
libreng condoms tuwing World Aids Day, pagpapa-premiere ng mga uncut
versions ng bomba movies sa Film Center, halos araw-raw na mga rally,
rumble ng Upsilon at Sigma Rho every month, at orgy ng babaylan every
weekends. Kaya masasabi nating napaka aktibo ng eskwelahang ito.

Sa kabila ng lahat ng ito, nangunguna sa kahit anong bagay ang mga
nag-aral sa U.P. Siguro dahil sa pinagdaanan nila sa eskwelahang ito
naging mga !@#$ at street smart ang mga Isko at Iska. Kaya hindi mo
mauutakan ang mga yan. Survival of the Fittest, 'ika nga, kaya kapag
gumraduate ka sa U.P., you are ready for the real world. Angat ka
talaga sa iba. Sa kahit anong field, mapa showbiz, politics, business,
rebellion, etc. nangunguna ang mga taga UP! Mga bitter lang ang di
makatanggap ng fact na yan.

Kaya sa lahat ng mga Isko, wherever you are (nangungurakot na pulitiko
sa kongreso, namundok na kasama ang mga NPA), whatever you do (walang
trabaho, director, producer, artista, model, singer, rebelde, tindera,
doctor, abogado, mangingisda, magsasaka, magnanakaw, swindler,
estafadora, congressman, presidente ng pinas etc.) saludo ako sa inyo!

Itaas ang bandila ni oble at ng buong UP System!
U.P. da best!

MABUHAY ANG MGA ISKO AT ISKA NG BAYAN!\
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sana pumasa ako. hahaha!

C O N C L U S I O N

2008-09-03T23:01:00.000-07:00

Hunyenya Hunyeye

3C, Congratulations for being Champions in this year's speech choir! We truly deserve it. Synchronization, voice levels, use of props, appropraiteness of movements- we surely bagged it. Finally, all our anti-social days have paid off.

And you didn't wanna believe that we would get the championship. I told you guys that we could do it; I had a feeling.

Take a short breather for we will be venturing on another competition, once again. Eco-songfest, here we go!

Thank you, 3C!

M O V E D

2008-08-08T21:24:00.001-07:00

http://earlshmurl.tumblr.com
WOO!

We Could Drive Out on Our Own, To Speed Away.

2008-07-28T02:08:00.000-07:00

Got my blog title from Sidewalks by the Story of the Year. Aptly titled, I guess.

No classes today due to the monsoon rains caused by the typhoon. Productive day, though.
I went to the LTO Makati District Office to get my student permit, and yup, I have it already. Just a month to go and I could get a license. And yeah, to those who are boggled if I live in the Makati or Taguig side of Fort Bonifacio, I reside in Makati, 4th district to be precise [it says here on the permit :) ].
After that, I went to Medical City for a checkup. The doctor told me that through my lymph nodes he could conclude either of three things: I have an infection, I have tuberculosis, or I have lymphoma [which is cancerous :| ]. So to find out which one I have, I had to take these expensive meds. Damn, a 100 bucks a tablet.

Long test tomorrow? I wish not.

Anxiety Strikes

2008-07-20T02:52:00.000-07:00

There are absolutely a lot of things that are making me feel depressed, pressured, and sad. I hate having to do a lot of things in a very short span of time. I hate impulse, ginormous workload. And why does the council outreach, sabayang pagbigkas, father mazana's birthday, intramurals opening, NUS conference, english oratorical presentation, math long test, english long test, research presentation, english beowulf trailer have to happen in a span of two weeks?

Garr.

What Doesn't Kill You Only Makes You... Stranger.

2008-07-20T00:37:00.000-07:00

Shoot. Dark Knight Hangover.

I haven't had a cinematic experience quite like this in a long time!
A standing ovation to Christopher Nolan, Christian Bale, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Aaron Eckhart, Gary Oldman, Maggie Gylenhaal and most especially to the late Heath Ledger. Heath Ledger's performance as the Joker was very outstanding. For me, he could win an Academy Award. I didn't see a single bit of Heath Ledger in the Joker, which made my mind boggle- is that really him? Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!

I don't want to spill any info. Some people haven't watched it.

It's A Good Year For A Murder

2008-07-17T05:37:00.000-07:00

Aptly titled? Wish not.

I was sent home by the clinic today, my second time for this school year- the same date I was sent home last month. Weird. Apparently, I have fever again.

I'm bothered more than ever with this weird lump on the back of my head. Bone? Muscle? I don't want to think that it's, you know. I'm afraid to get it checked because I might not be ready if it was something else. Thinking about that, if ever that will happen, my life will be a waste. Damn. All the dreams and plans I have made for myself will fade into nothingness. I'm wishing and praying deeply that it's just a swollen muscle.

Hostility strikes.

The Flashes Keep Coming

2008-07-16T04:57:00.000-07:00

I'm now blogging after a very long hiatus.
I was very caught up with the work in school, so I kind of made my studies my first-priority and left blogging hanging for a while. Anyway, I'm back, and though I have lots of work to do now and pretty big shoes to fill, I shall blog.

We had our CEM test today. I was particularly excited in taking it because I'm really amped for college. Just yesterday, I read the blog of Allan's brother, Niccolo, and his entries were great, so I was more enticed to go to college. Back to the test, I found the POIS test very predictable. Like if I read a number, I knew what job it determines, so it was very obvious (or not. who knows?). The second test was the PACT and it really fried my brains outta my head. The pattern test was really confusing and so was the circle stuff and the folding stuff, in short it was really hard. I only found proofreading to be easy. Now I am petrified because the UPCAT is like the PACT test daw *shivers*. Oh yeah, I have to tell you about my speed test moment. Every time that the testing time will be declared over, I tend to shade all blank items. Now, I am nervous that the test interpreters might think I'm stupid because i shaded wrong answers. Shoot, what if it's right minus wrong? So there, another petrification.

Being able to take the CEM test was very fulfilling for me. I really want to see the results now. And yeah, a while ago my whole future flashed again in front of me. I'm hoping that college will be fun.

Random Quote: (Forgot who I got this from)
"Those who didn't grow up during high school, will experience hell in college."
I did grow up, did I? :P

Are you a Movie Buff?

2008-06-08T21:43:00.000-07:00

Some survey on how many movies I've watched. haha
Out of 180, I watched 127!

(x) Grease
(x) Pirates of the Caribbean
(x) Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man's Chest
( ) Boondock Saints
( ) Fight Club
( ) Starsky and Hutch
(x) Never ending Story
( ) Blazing Saddles
( ) Airplane

Total: 4

( ) The Princess Bride
( ) Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy
(x) Napoleon Dynamite
( ) Labyrinth
(x) Saw
(x) Saw II
(x) White Noise
( ) White Oleander
(x) 50 First Dates
(x) The Princess Diaries
(x) The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement

Total all together: 11

( ) Scream
( ) Scream 2
( ) Scream 3
(x) Scary Movie
(x) Scary Movie 2
(x) Scary Movie 3
(x) Scary Movie 4
(x) American Pie
(x) American Pie 2
( ) American Wedding
(x) American Pie Band Camp
( ) American Pie Naked Mile

Total all together: 18

(x) Harry Potter 1
(x) Harry Potter 2
(x) Harry Potter 3
(x) Harry Potter 4
(x) Harry Potter 5
(x) Resident Evil 1
(x) Resident Evil 2
(x) The Wedding Singer
( ) Little Black Book
( ) The Village
(x) Lilo & Stitch

Total all together: 27

(x) Finding Nemo
(x) Finding Neverland
( ) Signs
(x) The Grinch
( ) Texas Chainsaw Massacre
(x) Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning
(x) White Chicks
( ) Butterfly Effect
(x) 13 Going on 30
(x) I, Robot
(x) Robots

Total all together: 35

(x) Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
( ) Universal Soldier
(x) Lemony Snicket: A Series Of Unfortunate Events
(x) Along Came Polly
(x) Deep Impact
( ) KingPin
( ) Never Been Kissed
(x) Meet The Parents
(x) Meet the Fockers
( ) Eight Crazy Nights
( ) Joe Dirt
(x) Matilda

Total all together: 42

(x) A Cinderella Story
(x) The Terminal
(x) The Lizzie McGuire Movie
( ) Passport to Paris
( ) Dumb & Dumber
(x) Dumber & Dumberer
(x) Final Destination
(x) Final Destination 2
(x) Final Destination 3
(x) Halloween
(x) The Ring
(x) The Ring 2
( ) Surviving Christmas
(x) Flubber

Total all together: 53

(x) Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle
( ) Practical Magic
(x) Chicago
(x) Ghost Ship
(x) From Hell
(x) Hellboy
(x)Secret Window
(x) I Am Sam
( ) The Whole Nine Yards
( ) The Whole Ten Yards

Total all together : 60

(x) The Day After Tomorrow
(x) Child's Play
( ) Seed of Chucky
(x) Bride of Chucky
(x) Ten Things I Hate About You
( ) Just Married
(x) Gothika
( ) Nightmare on Elm Street
( ) Sixteen Candles
( ) Remember the Titans
(x) Coach Carter
(x) The Longest Yard
( ) Gridiron Gang
(x) The Grudge
(x) The Mask
(x) Son Of The Mask

Total all together: 70

( ) Bad Boys
(x) Bad Boys 2
( ) Joy Ride
( ) Lucky Number Slevin
(x) Ocean's Eleven
(x) Ocean's Twelve
(x) Bourne Identity
(x) Bourne Supremacy
( ) Lone Star
( ) Bedazzled
( ) Predator I
( ) Predator II
(x) The Fog
(x) Ice Age
(x) Ice Age 2: The Meltdown
(x) Happy feet

total all together: 79

(x) Independence Day
( ) Cujo
( ) A Bronx Tale
(x) Darkness Falls
( ) Christine
(x) ET
( ) Children of the Corn
( ) My Bosses Daughter
(x) Maid in Manhattan
(x) War of the Worlds
(x) Rush Hour
(x) Rush Hour 2

Total all together: 86

( ) Swimfan
( ) Miracle on 34th street
( ) Old School
(x) The Notebook
( ) K-Pax
( ) Krippendorf's Tribe
(x) A Walk to Remember
( ) Ice Castles
(x) Boogeyman
(x) The 40-year-old-virgin

Total all together: 90

(x) Lord of the Rings Fellowship of the Ring
(x) Lord of the Rings The Two Towers
(x) Lord of the Rings Return Of the King
(x) Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
(x) Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
(x) Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Total all together: 96

( ) Basketball Diaries
(x) Hostel
( ) Waiting for Guffman
( ) House of 1000 Corpses
( ) Devils Rejects
(x) Elf
( ) Highlander
( ) Mothman Prophecies
( ) American History X
( ) The Outsiders

Total all together: 98

( ) The Jackal
(x) Kung Fu Hustle
( ) Full Metal Jacket
(x) 13 Ghosts
( ) Night Watch
(x) Monsters Inc.
(x) Titanic
( ) Monty Python and the Holy Grail
(x) Shaun Of the Dead
(x) Willard

Total all together: 104

( ) High Tension
( ) Club Dread
(x) Hulk
(x) Dawn Of the Dead
(x) Hook
(x) Chronicles Of Narnia The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe
(x) 28 days Later
( ) Orgazmo
( ) Bowling For Columbine
(x) Waterworld

total all together: 110

(x) Kill Bill vol 1
(x) Kill Bill vol 2
( ) Larry The Cable Guy: Heath Inspector
( ) Wolf Creek
(x) Kingdom of Heaven
(x) The Hills Have Eyes
( ) I Spit on Your Grave aka the Day of the Woman
( ) The Last House on the Left
(x) Honey, I shrunk The Kids
(x) Wizard Of Oz

Total all together: 116

(x) Star Wars Ep. I The Phantom Menace
(x) Star Wars Ep. II Attack of the Clones
(x) Star Wars Ep. III Revenge of the Sith
(x) Star Wars A New Hope
(x) Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back
(x) Star Wars Return of the Jedi
( ) Ewoks the caravan of courage
( ) Ewoks The Battle For Endor

Total all together: 122

(x) The Matrix
(x) The Matrix Reloaded
(x) The Matrix Revolutions
( ) Killer Klowns From Outer Space
( ) Evil Dead
( ) Evil Dead 2
( ) Team America: World Police
( ) Silence of the Lambs
( ) Hannibal
(x) Red Dragon
(x) Anger Management

Total 127

Abruptly but yeah..

2008-06-08T07:41:00.000-07:00

After a very long hiatus, I'm back! It's time to wake up from the Blogging Hibernation I had. Anyway, stay tuned so you'll know more about what's happening under my rock.

So I'll keep you updated!

Random thought: Thank god that I removed my cbox. hahaha!

School's coming soon. Really excited.

So, there.

Junior Pilot '09

2008-06-06T20:07:00.000-07:00

LEVEL: HS
GRADE YEAR: 3
SECTION: C
ADVISER NAME: VILLEGAS, CONNIE P.
ROOM NO.: 111

Male

1. 98-00110 ALONZO, ROMANO MARIO L.

2. 98-00118 BAUTISTA, IAN KENNETH C.

3. 98-00104 BURGOS, EARL ALDRIN R.

4. 99-00310 CABRERA, ALLAN ARTHUR L.

5. 98-00124 CALANOG, MICHAEL JOHN B.

6. 00-00493 CEREZO, JAN GABRIEL F.

7. 05-00617 CHANG, HONG SEOK -.

8. 98-00067 GARCIA, EMMANUEL M.

9. 01-00665 GUERRERO, RAFAEL WALDO R.

10. 98-00108 INOCENCIO, CARLO IÑIGO V.

11. 04-00888 KIM, TAE JUN -.

12. 98-00142 LINGAL, ERIC MARTIN R.

13. 98-00105 MARTELINO, MIKHAIL LOUIS Y.

14. 99-00049 MENDOZA, CARLOS FRANCISCO A.

15. 98-00557 MIRASOL, ROMAN CARLO C.

16. 98-00148 NANDWANI, RAJIV TIMOTHY DAYAL -.

17. 98-00065 PASIA, MATTHEW GERARD L.

18. 98-00435 PLES, IVAN RONALD C.

19. 98-00403 RAPI, ENRICO P.

20. 98-00400 RAYOS, MARC ANGELO R.

21. 99-00461 REBOLLEDO, KEI GEORGE J.

22. 98-00128 REYES, FRANCIS CARL G.

23. 98-00467 SAN PEDRO, JAIME MA. J.

24. 03-00498 TRINIDAD, BERNARD JONAS -.

Female

25. 98-00333 AMAN, MELISSA ANDREA S.

26. 98-00318 BORJA, LOUISSE CATHERINE G.

27. 98-00264 BULANHAGUI, GUIA CRISELDA M.

28. 98-00224 DE GUZMAN, TRIXIE JAYNE P.

29. 99-00446 GOMEZ, LOUISE MIKHAELA C.

30. 98-00515 JINGCO, LISETTE DOREEN C.

31. 00-00459 JONOTA, IZA ROWEN M.

32. 98-00064 LANSANG, MARIE JEANINE F.

33. 98-00270 LANSANG, PATRICIA ANNE B.

34. 98-00525 LAZARO, DENNISE MICHELLE G.

35. 99-00260 MAGNAYE, ANGELA MONINA T.

36. 98-00578 MAGNO, JOAN DQ.

37. 98-00249 NAYVE, JOSEPHINE A.

38. 98-00376 PARAS, KEZIAH C.

39. 98-00167 PEREZ, KLARA DENISE ISABEL M.

40. 99-00415 TAN, CLARICE JOYCE PB.

41. 98-00123 YAP, KIM DANYA R.

Proximity

2008-05-13T00:25:00.000-07:00

It's getting closer.. and closer.. and closer..

O_o

IWant.IWant.IWant

2008-05-03T08:13:00.000-07:00

I want.. I want.. I want..

To get new shoes- Zoo Yorks probably. Maybe tomorrow? We'll see. haha.
To meet with the Junior Council- I wanna get things started. I have so many plans for the batch. Let's get to work, shall we?
To go surfing. Daang. November is so tagal pa. Can't wait to learn from the Pros!
Take lomo shots on the highway. Can't wait to take those cool photos because of the cars' lights.
To... Crunch Time!

This entry is the fruit of my boredom.

Plastic Fantastic!

2008-05-03T06:50:00.000-07:00

Not that kind of plastic... It's my Lomo Cam which is plastic and fantastic!

I took a photographic bike journey around the village. Found some interesting stuff during nighttime. Wow, I gotta admit, having a Lomo Cam is really fun and interesting. There are countless possibilities on what your photo will turn out. I especially like the multi-exposure function. I can't wait to get these photos developed. Yup! I hafta get it developed because Lomo Cams only work with vintage 120 films. It's expensive having it developed, though, but anyway, i think the photos will turn out really great.

So there.

Long Day

2008-04-27T05:32:00.000-07:00

Lemme start this entry at 12 am. I ate Seafood Caesar Salad for my midnight snack, then had balut. I watched some TV then went for a shut-eye.
Morning came and every sunday I go to mass. This time around, I went to Power at around 11. We had a great lunch at Piazza Pazzo. We ordered Pasta Negro, Olive Oyl Pasta, Italian Sausage Pizza, and Four Cheese Pizza. Great food! Afterwhich, I bought a topman belt and a cap from Volcom. Dad bought a rashguard from Volcom, too. they noticed that I but in Aloha every time I go there so they threw in a Surfaid Baller, a magazine, and a sticker- the rewards of loyalty. Hahaha.
Met up with my tita and she let me borrow her friends Holga. It's a lomo cam. I found lomography interesting last night, and I think I wanna pursue it as my hobby.
We watched Superhero Movie and I found it mediocre. Very shallow laughter- laughter elicited by kids surrounded the movie house.
Went home at around 6.

Tiring day.
Really need to find a hobby soon... Will I ride the waves or capture nature? Tae naman. Ang expensive ng hobby. Hirap I- maintain. Hahaha!

Greatly Disappointed

2008-04-24T05:14:00.000-07:00

I'm really disappointed right now. I feel bad that Carly Smithson got booted out of Idol because of others' popularity. She wasn't the best, but she was one of them. I was also shocked when Syesha was one of the bottom two. I mean, I root for Brooke but Syesha deserved it more. I feel really bad cause it became a popularity contest and not a talent competition. Sigh. Carly was really great. Jason has really been boring the past weeks. He's staying in his Jack Johnson-ish style of singing [ but no one could EVER be at par with Jack Johnson]. He's really borrrrriiiiiiiinnnnnng. If I was him, I would have given my place to Carly because of my conscience.

Sigh..

Dawn of Eternal Redemption

2008-04-23T23:46:00.000-07:00

Behold and bear witnesses to the birth of a hero as he returns with news, stories, and legends from far-off places where other minds have never ventured. Be ready as you once again see if his destiny will be fulfilled!

Humanspeak= I'm back. Time to blog again.

Fascinate Me

2008-04-08T04:38:00.000-07:00

This blog entry will just be a narration of what I find things fascinating the past few days.

People are going through heavy traffic just to watch the Pyrolympics. What's funny is that I'm watching it outside my bedroom window. It's really cool. Roxas Boulevard and Fort Bonifacio are thousands of leagues across each other, and yet it's like I'm watching it at MOA's distance.
On regular days, I go for a warm shower when I take a bath. It's hardly possible these days when it's scorching hot. I take a shower with cold water now which is kinda weird.
I ALWAYS use my blanket when I go to sleep. It serves as my bubble so I could sleep soundly. Now, I prefer sleeping without one even if the air conditioning unit is in full blast.
During my sixteenth birthday, I told myself that I shall use the car at least once a week, so I could have practice. What's weird now is that I find the bike fun-ner to use.

Well those are just some. I'll give a part two when I have the time.

Amped

2008-04-06T05:21:00.000-07:00

I'm so amped for a lot of things.

Report cards- I can't wait to see how I performed last quarter. And yeah, greenbelt with classmates after.
Mindoro Occidental- Apo reef here I come! A fantastic, white sand, secluded beach waits for me. I'm so excited to go snorkeling, in fact, I bought a rash guard from Volcom a while ago. [daang.I wanna go surfing.]
Summer Training- It's really close na, I could smell it.

So there. Those are the things I'm really stoked about.
I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a rad summer.

An A-vent to Remember

2008-04-04T23:51:00.000-07:00

The 1A getaway has been truly memorable. That trip marked the beginning of more out-of-town trips to come.

Got to spend more than 24 hours with the 1A people- romano, allan, carlo, chi, roman, ivan, kat, mel, raj, enrico, and jonas. It was so much fun catching-up with one another, playing for fun, and fooling around.

Things I would really remember:

I learned how to play Texas Hold 'Em Poker and was the biggest winner. Beginner's luck, I guess. Haha
Jetskiing around the lake. Related to that, hearing Carlo and Ivan shouting for their lives when they got stranded.
When we felt like we live in the upper east-side of Manhattan when we were using the speed boat- Miami Vice style.
Being blown away by the marvelous sunset while speedboat-ing. And feeling all sad when we weren't able to take a photo of it.
Playing "Ice Water: Underwater Edition" then catching our breaths after.
Seeing Enrico and Ivan petrified when the dogs come near them.
Playing our own pool game "X marks the spot." It has the cheesiest name but having the coolest game of pool and sharing some laughs with some people made it great.
Laughing at Kat, Chi, not to mention Roman being all vain during the whole time.
Un-sleeping during the night.
Chicken Fighting and Pulling off a pyramid in the pool.

That's about a few.
I can't wait for the next escapade- Enchanted Kingdom. Closer venue which means more people and more fun.

So here's to the days and night we felt alive!

Bored

2008-04-02T06:23:00.000-07:00

You Are An Exclamation Point

You are a bundle of... well, something.

You're often a bundle of joy, passion, or drama.

You're loud, brash, and outgoing. If you think it, you say it.

Definitely not the quiet type, you really don't keep a lot to yourself.

You're lively and inspiring. People love to be around your energy.

(But they do secretly worry that you'll spill their secrets without even realizing it.)

You excel in: Public speaking

You get along best with: the Dash

What Punctuation Mark Are You?

I'm so bored, you can smell it.

Opulent Happiness!

2008-03-31T22:40:00.000-07:00

I am so happy today!

Guess what, guess what!
Blogtopia International launched its search for the best blogs ranging from different categories last year June 2, 2007. One of the categories was Most Creative Teenage Blog. I'm not supposed to announce it yet, but this guy [Mr. Lee Kuwok, i think?] called early this morning that I was chosen to receive the award for the said category. I was jumping up and down with joy when he told me that the prizes are a gold trophy, $25 000, and a free round trip to Singapore [where the awarding ceremony will be held].
A dream come true, really. And I just had my 50th entry yesterday. Woo.
So thanks for staying up late to read my entries. Your constant support has been a factor for this achievement. So I'm off to Singapore at June 1.

I'm extremely exuberant. :)

I Struck Gold

2008-03-30T18:16:00.000-07:00

This entry is my 50th in blogger. Woo. So in a span of 5 months I have been able to give all of you some thoughts on issues, stories, happenings, etc. Thank you for always reading and supporting my blog for the past 50 entries. :]

That's all for now. Stay tuned for more surprises from this tiny little domain.

Hit the Lights

2008-03-28T07:21:00.000-07:00

Let us all support the advocacy of WWF. Let us be part of the Earth Hour campaign.

Turn your lights off from 8-9 pm tomorrow.
Six degrees could change the world, sixty minutes could, too.

Here is a very informative video:

A salad of mixed thoughts

2008-03-28T01:14:00.000-07:00

What kind of title is that? Summer's really getting into me- I'm lacking creativity.

I promised to myself before summer started that I will sleep by 11 pm everyday. Stone me, now. I have been sleeping at 2 am for the past few days and waking up at around 10:30 for my daily dose of Grossology. haha. It's a nice cartoon.

Summer has been really boring. I was actually excited for it because of one thing. And that one thing will happen in 24 days from now.
I never knew that 24 days is such a long time.
Damn anticipation.

California Pizza CHICKEN

2008-03-23T01:36:00.000-07:00

My brother said the restaurant's name wrongly. haha.

Went to Easter Sunday Mass; the choir is so commendable [they were like having a concert]. We went to Rockwell to have lunch at CPK for my post-birthday treat. We ordered already then after a while, the waiter came to us and said that a lot of stuff we ordered were not available. This infuriated my mom, so we decided to eat at Burgoo instead [kinda embarrassing, but reasonable]. It was a great lunch, the conversation and the food we had was fantastic. Soon after that I went around Power to look at some stuff. I ended up going at the new shop, Aloha Boardsports [great new shop!], and bought a Volcom school bag [excited, eh?]. The store personnel were very accommodating, bravo!

So that's my day so far.
Happy Easter to all!

Happy Good Friday to Me!

2008-03-22T00:23:00.000-07:00

It was my birthday yesterday!

I spent the past 3 days in our resort in Caliraya- fun fun fun. So yeah, I'm darker, again. hahaha. So I'm sixteen now; thanks for all those who greeted, I appreciated it A LOT. And yeah, I received nice gifts. I was able to receive a tablet (for computer doodling, which will help me in my photoshop projects) and a USB drive with myself in it [it has an ipod too], and to top that- MONEY. whoo. haha

So it's not bad to have your birthday on the Holy Week, haha.
Oh yeah, Happy Birthday Raf!

Have to stop here and enjoy the day!

Commit This To Memory

2008-03-17T20:12:00.000-07:00

So this is a somewhat year ender thing for my class.

Being part of 2B was such a great experience for me. I truly felt that we are very united as a class, though sometimes problems get in the way. 2B sure knows to have fun whether at..

Starbucks...At Francis' house...At JR's crib...At Jeanine's place...At Diane's abode..

Or in all places, for that matter.

We have bonded well as a class. And I know that those moments shared will be treasured forever.So see, it doesn't really matter if we fight and make teachers mad; what matters is that every mistake committed will be a building block for improvement.

And remember that we fit like puzzle pieces; without one, we wouldn't be complete.So there. Thanks.. For everything, 2B. :P

Milk, Doughnuts, Chocolates

2008-03-17T01:54:00.000-07:00

As of this typing, I am dipping my favorite Krispy Kreme cookies and cream doughnut in cold milk, while eating Cadbury Dairy Milk with Caramel[also dipped in milk]. I am also reading this book about the 2012 Apocalypse, so right now, I am typing in a turtle's pace. I wish for more hands and fingers.

Anyway, summer has officially started for me. No worries as of now. Just plain, good, clean, fun for me. Oh yeah, I made a summer resolution for myself. This summer I will do my best to sleep early- the latest is 11pm. Doubt if I could do it, but I shall do my best.
I really, really like this fairly new section in the Philippine Star- Supreme. I like most of the columns in it because it centers [according to Pepe Diokno] the 'ME' generation or our generation. I love reading the columns so much that I wanna write for that section. Sigh. Here goes another unfulfilled liking.

Random: Marquez should have won.

I have nothing much to say today. I am more in-grossed to reading the previously mentioned book.
Bounce.

Needing A Breather

2008-03-12T05:43:00.000-07:00

During the start of the week, I was wishing for school to end. I wanted to be a Junior so much, and I wanted to see if I will be able to achieve my goals-that-I-want-so-bad-to-achieve. After today's RHGP and the things that transpired before that, I'm willing to invent a time machine in order for me to stop time, and stay at this very fleeting moment.

So many realizations I made today. It's only now that I've recalled so many events that happened in my being a Sophomore- it's countless. I love my brothers, sisters, friends, rivals (in academics). In short, I LOVE 2B. We've been through a lot together guys, and I could not be more thankful of having you there as my safety bubble. I will surely miss EVERY tear shed, EVERY tune sang, EVERY wrong-grammar-stuff laughed at.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but I will surely miss our teachers too- even the most boringEST. I will give a special mention to Sir Carvajal. I salute you sir for delivering the most heartwarming piece a while ago- it was very well said! I'm just sad for the people who didn't even bother to listen to what he said. You guys surely missed out A LOT.

Anyway, Dead Stars tomorrow. I hope that tomorrow's play will be a great icing on top of our Pilot cake. Let this be a culmination- a culmination of talents, sheer hardwork, and love for one another.

Adios 2B! Hello 3C or 3G, whichever. :)

Dead Stars

2008-03-11T05:14:00.000-07:00

I got a little creative today.
Here are some advertisements I made for the 2B play, Dead Stars. Hope you guys would care to watch it! :)

Temporary Farewell

2008-03-08T04:47:00.000-08:00

All I want to say is:

Thank you to the Junior Top 10!
You, our dear officers, have indeed served as our 2nd family in school. Without all of you, my year of training won't be fun. Thank you for keeping patient with your cadets. I know that sometimes you want to burst already because of the wrong things we've been doing, but thank you for always keeping your cool. Thank you for fostering great relationships with your cadets. You guys serve as an inspiration to all of us. We're sorry for any undesirable thing we've done. Once again, thank you for a great year. May you truly be blessed as you further your officership at ACP.
We're going to miss you so.
Here's to temporary farewell.

The cave, the flashlight, and the batteries

2008-03-06T04:41:00.000-08:00

A BIG THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!

This year has been a horrifying, fun roller coaster ride. A lot of things tested me and a lot of things made me feel better about myself.

Thanks to my class for always being there with me throughout this fun ride. We fostered great relationships this year, and I couldn't be happier.
Thanks to the 10th COCC Squadron! I wouldn't know what I will do without you. I can't afford being separated from you.
Thanks to my teachers who have done their best in honing my skills.
Thanks to the HSSC for making a year of service fun and worthwhile.
And finally..
Thanks to my batch mates who have once again put me into position as President. I am very thankful for entrusting me with big responsibilities, incoming Juniors. I'm sure that with you and my council mates, milestones will be conquered. We can do it. Let us continue to be optimistic! Let's work while having fun!

Wow. This year has been great. I am very much looking forward to my Junior year.
This has been Earl Burgos and his post-full of thanks!

A Spark of Patriotism

2008-02-28T04:09:00.000-08:00

I love the Social project that was tasked unto us. The direction is that we should capture a moment that shows a social issue. The thinking process was fun. It was upsetting though, when what I conceived failed to become concrete in photos. Anyway, here are my 3 photos:

"LIMOS"

So the picture conveys the message that illegal child labor should be stopped, for we are depriving the children of their youth and they get caught in accidents in that line of work.

"BAYANI"

This photo tells us that we shall have a little patriotism in each of us. We need a spark of love for our country. Let us carry the country's colors with pride.

"BASURA"

Our country is currently engulfed with dirty issues. It's like we are stuck in one big waste bin, trying to get out. We shall not let these problems get the better part of us. Let's get down and dirty and try our best to be freed from this garbage can.

So that's it.
History captured!

Placidity and Stillness

2008-02-25T03:35:00.000-08:00

Yup. That was my day. Boredom and idleness engulfed my usually active disposition.

I woke up quite early due to a very early sleep. I ate a decent breakfast [still getting used to eating freely, since I ate with too much discipline for the past 3 days]. There was nothing to watch on the tube so I just watched the live telecast of the 80th annual Academy Awards on this new cable channel. Anyway, watching it made me feel like I wanna be a movie enthusiast. It's like I wanna be one of those people critiquing the movies with my motion picture prowess. haha. I wanna watch Juno since it received many nominations. And yeah, I watched Sweeney Todd yesterday, pretty cool.
After long hours on the TV I resorted to expanding my music vocabulary. I found new music, thanks to the very reliable last.fm. I heard this band, New Years Day, and they're pretty cool. It's CIWWAF meets Paramore. Sadly though, they're on the verge of reaching mainstream popularity. There goes my maid singing the songs I listen to. Sigh.

Wait, I should be studying right now. 2 long tests in store for the nerds tomorrow- one spells hell.
Bounce.

Junior Council

2008-02-20T05:24:00.001-08:00

The election is fast-approaching. Here are the people to vote for!We'll proudly work for the incoming Juniors even if it means working our asses off 24/7! :D

In Memory

2008-02-17T00:16:00.000-08:00

Of the old Earl Aldrin Rana Burgos.

This post is ALL ABOUT ME.
I am surprised of what I am now. I have changed my ways a lot, both for the better and the worse. I'm particularly disappointed of my scholastic performance. I am upset that I am not giving myself that extra something to push me to the top. I'm now top 11. You may say that it's still a position worth being in; yeah it is, but I'm not at all satisfied. I can hear your eyebrow skyrocketing upwards because you think I'm being gusty and all- I'm not. I guess you make standards for yourself too, right? Well in my case, being in that position is substandard. Don't think that I'm being very proud because I'm treating a high position lowly- for me, it's not satisfying; I want something better. I know that all of you out there are searching for greener pastures, an opportunity to improve thyself. That's just the same in my case.
I'm particularly happy that I've opened doors for myself, by myself. It's nice too recall that I'm being able to reach new heights with my own sweat and blood. It's great that I'm getting to witness with my own eyes new things that I can do, and it feels really fantastic to do such.
It's also nice for my being able to broaden my network. Making new friends is really a nice experience. I thank all of you for being there- I guess you helped in molding a somewhat better me.
Nice is the feeling that I've left some of my wrongdoings to oblivion; as for replacement, I found some good deeds to do.

Entries like this are so exhilarating to do.
Why do I keep writing contemplative entries?

Unrestrictive

2008-02-14T04:23:00.000-08:00

Happy St. Valentine's Day to one and all.

Today is a day full of laughs.
After being in school to take part in the annual Teachers' Day, I went with my COCC friends to the mall to bond and to stay abreast with things going on with their lives. We watched Jumper; unfortunately, it didn't come up to par with my expectations. It was still a good movie, though. The fight scenes were great because of the effects. We stayed in Fuzion to talk more about stuff going on around us. It was a mix of serious and out-of-the-blue conversations. Now I know that it is disadvantageous eating with friends if your bill is high already. It's so hard to calculate. Haha.

I went to High Street afterwards and stayed alone for quite a long time. Incidentally, when we were in Glorietta, I and Gela specifically talked about being alone at times- you know, those times for contemplation and reflection. And yeah, many things popped into my mind probably because of the earphones and the hoodie. I observed people around me; I smiled at times seeing people with opulent happiness. I also thought about my [often thought] priorities. Again, I feel that I'm making big plans for myself. My Junior year will surely be jam-packed because of the things I'm looking forward to. The doubts in my mind are products of my insecurities of having lower grades than others. My mind is set for some activities but I'm still testing the water for the others.
God help me.

So that's a day in the life of this fifteen year old.

Comedians and Comediennes

2008-02-11T02:49:00.000-08:00

I can't help it; they crack me up. Politicians are so funny.
I'm a fan of watching events that could be crucial to any country. The most watched thing now is the Lozada questioning in the Senate. I've been watching it on TV since I arrived home; been listening when I was in the car. My only comment is that immaturity is still evident through the answers of those being questioned and the reactions of those who ask it. Anyway, i won't elaborate. It's safe to say that Jun Lozada is telling the truth; he is unflinching. The others being questioned; however, are hesitant to answer and are inconsistent at times. Oh well, it's their problem now. Hope we won't get very affected.

Anyway, here's to a very short entry. Judy might get mad at me for not starting my project. :]

The Realm of Infinite Possibilities

2008-02-06T05:47:00.001-08:00

Blogging at 10pm, nothing gets better than this.

This entry is all about the tricks my mind plays on me, pigments of imagination, and aimlessly wandering thoughts.
I guess you don't know yet, but I love New Age books [e.g.. Celestine Prophecy]. I love the feeling when I get to read something that is so impossible yet feels as if it's really happening. Some stuff in this entry have been mentioned in unruly class discussions, but I'd still like to share em.

I think that we're microorganisms of ginormous organisms. Sometimes I believe that we are like the ants that we see- they may be small, they could possibly not see us nor feel our presence. Isn't it possible that we're living in a small space of a bigger space for bigger beings? It's like we don't feel them, but they see us; just like my theory of ants not seeing us, but we seeing them. Strange is it not? I believe it's possible. I think we're not the ones on top of the food chain or the hierarchy of things. I feel that there's something bigger.

I once believed that all of you people out there are robots, and I'm the only human. Don't laugh at this statement, for this theory I have is shared with other people. You see, it's kind of impossible for everyone to function as human, yet experiencing different circumstances in life. For me, everyone should be in the same state of living. And because it's not, I believe that I'm the only one living. How would I know if some other person feels the way I feel? I obviously wouldn't know because I don't thrive in that body.

And have you ever wondered why you think your things are lost, and yet you're just holding them or it's really close to you? I think that something breaks the space and time continuum. It's like a more advanced specie can interfere with human time and put objects in place where we don't put them. Possible!

Have I tickled your mind? I'm sorry for the confusion, ROBOT. :P

Some Thing Has Found Us

2008-02-05T02:37:00.000-08:00

Yup, it's the tag line for the movie, Cloverfield. While some of you people keep on expressing contempt for this movie; I would like to believe otherwise. For me, it's a very enjoyable movie. It gave a new twist on the very cliche [but loved] monster and disaster movies. In this entry, i would like to present some points to why this movie should be give a thumbs up.

Cloverfield has the HIGHEST EVER recorded January opening. So eat that, I am Legend and National Treasure! Haha.

It's audacity of its marketing campaign popped many questions in people's minds. In fact, CNBC reported on people's anticipation on an unnamed trailer shown before the movie Transformers [which is obviously Cloverfield]. Many movie enthusiasts also blogged about their sheer excitement for the movie. I remember being with my friends in power and seeing this movie poster of a headless statue of liberty wit the the numbers 1.18.08. I was very intrigued and kept on looking for the title. I even came to the point of asking the movie people about the movie, but no one was able to solicit a reply. This marketing strategy is now proven to be effective because of the big bucks earned by the movie.

This film came from JJ Abrams. Well, we all know that he is behind Lost.
Cloverfield never ceases to amaze me. Its state of the art effects was overwhelming.

Another good thing is the slow revelation of facts. Many people were angered by the fact that not much was said about the monster. Well technically, nobody knows why the earth is round and why there is gravity. If you paid attention in the last scene in the movie, you will see a satellite-ish, capsule falling down from the sky during their trip to Coney Island. Now it's very intriguing if some parts which showed the 2 main characters during their heydays had inconspicuous bits of information too.

The movie is wrapped in ambiguity. Well, not in a bad sense. I'm sure that you're very excited to see what the monster looks like when the movie started. If you have an eye for detail, you would notice that the movie poster showed the face of the monster. And if you stayed long enough for the credits to end, you would hear a voice saying, "Help us." When reversed, you would hear, "It's still alive." Ooh..

A lot more trivia about the movie are posted here. Visit it, I'm sure you'll be surprised about the movie's secrecy.

Overall, Cloverfield doesn't fail. Roger Ebert said it was even effective.

If you haven't watched it then do. If you're not convinced of what I'm claiming, watch again with an open mind and pay no attention to the shaky parts. :)

I was supposed to blog about the House Speakership. Oh well, so much for that.

2008 Minstrel Blog Awards

2008-02-03T00:53:00.000-08:00

I made this entry to award those bloggers who have excelled in their own blogging fields. This entry was inspired by Iza's award. Thanks. :P

For the first award:
I LOVE BLOGGING award

Goes to the person who blogs religiously.
Never tires of blogging.
Shows blogging prowess.

And the minstrel goes to:

The next award:
I BLOG ABOUT EVERYTHING award

Goes to the most random blogger.
Having [seeming] ecstatic entries.
Blogs about EVERYTHING.

And the minstrel goes to:
The next award:
IM SO POETIC award

Goes to the very poetic blogger. [duh.]

And the minstrel goes to:
The next award:
THOUGHT DIGGER award

Goes to the person who I think has the deepest entries.
Entries are very reflective.

And the minstrel goes to:
The next award:
IM OH SO EMO award

Goes to the person with the most emo entries.
Very pensive, very wistful.

And the minstrel goes to:
The final award:
FUNNIEST BLOG award

Goes to the most comical blogger.
He doesn't blog much, but his previous entries show that he is indeed funny.

And the minstrel goes to:
Congratulations to the winners.
May have a part two up my sleeve.

What time is it?

2008-01-31T03:37:00.000-08:00

SUMMERTIME!
eww. I know that putting this in my blog will stain my reputation forever, but what the hell. I put this in my blog for a reason. Yup. I think this song is very appropriate because I really can't wait for summer! Summer itch.

Well I guess you know why, so I won't even bother writing it down.

Everything is going pretty well [with the exception of Mathematics]. I really like what's happening right now: the decisions I'm making, the steps I'm taking, and things that I'm prioritizing. It's really great that I have now come to a point that I am satisfied with the things going on around me. Even if trying times lurk and abound every once in a while, I still can manage. I just wish I could change my constant, almost chronic paranoia. I can easily feel things that go on around me.
One more thought: my sickness has become my greatest liability. What sickness? Yup, you guessed right- my inability to talk slowly. I'm really ashamed of this already. I'm sorry, but it's not my fault. I shall try to slow down.

Well that's all for my comeback entry. I was busy. Been away last weekend because of the COCC Encampment. It was great, a real mirth! It's occurred to me that I really love what I'm doing.

Bye for now.

Discontent

2008-01-20T02:17:00.000-08:00

Been busy for the past week. My thoughts never found its way to my computer.

I'm here to express my disdain with mainstream alternative rock. You see, I hate it so much when I hear the songs I listen to, coming out of people's mouths. I also hate the fact that other bands that used to be Indie are becoming part of the ugly world of mainstream rock. Look what the world has done to bands like Boys Like Girls and the Red Jumpsuit Apparatus. I'm really infuriated. It's like people are listening to it, and singing it because it's what they find as "in" right now. This is wrong because you listen to a song not because it's in, but rather, it's what your soul is raving for. Its okay to hear it on the radio once in eternity, but when it keeps on playing over and over and your maid starts to sing it, it's unnerving. Whatever happened to the world's want of being unique and branded for what they themselves discover? I hope Cartel and Mae would not be in this crappy situation.
Guys, guys, please don't be affected by this ugly bug. Listen to music because you want to, and not because it's what the world is screaming for.
So go on, explore your own music. I'm sure that the Rock Titans are watching you from above. Peace.

The Long Wait is Over!

2008-01-12T02:37:00.000-08:00

It's great to be back to my 3rd home!
I missed COCC and it's really great to be united with it once again.
Had one of the best trainings I've ever had. The field trip was way rad!

I'm amped[?], ecstatic[?] for the results of the 3rd quarter report cards. I think I did better than last quarter's performance. I wish I'd get back to the Deca. I miss being in that coveted, blissful list. I wish, I wish..

Not really up for blogging. Just thought of updating. Haha!

Musical Fulfillment

2008-01-07T04:44:00.000-08:00

[Disclaimer: This is a conceited, self-centered, shallow conversation with myself. If you don't know me, don't even attempt to read.]

I'm so happy with the music in my iPod right now. Very. The songs are great. I could not wish for another iPod.

What makes me so fulfilled is I actually stick to one genre. When I use Last.fm, the similar artists turn out to be artists that I really lean toward to. It's so remunerative to know that I also share similar music tastes with other people, they turn out to be cool people also.What's more cool is when you have similar stuff that are hardly ever heard of.

What bands am I most raved with right now?
mae.copeland.sherwood.thepostalservice.cartel.yellowcard.
quietdrive.saosin.nickelback.boyslikegirls.jacksonwaters.
theacademyis.silverstein.cuteiswhatweaimfor.
dashboardconfessional.spitalfield.relientk.jack's
mannequin.somethingcorporate.redjumpsuitapparatus.
anberlin.boxcarracer.hitthelights.wakingahsland.
thestartingline.amberpacific.thesummerobsession.
omnisoul.takingbacksunday.theataris.vega4.sugarcult.
straysdontsleep.secondhandserenade.motioncity
soundtrack.marjoriefair.hawknelson.betweenthetrees.
deadpoetic.fivetimesaugust.

Scholastic Aptitude Test

2008-01-05T04:46:00.000-08:00

I was at mass a while ago then I suddenly remembered that I am about to be a Junior already. This flash of reality reminded me that soon, I have to go to college.

WOAH.
Such a big deal for such a small kid.
Anyway..
I've been talking to my parents about my college education for the past weeks and now, I'm experiencing anticipation. Haha.
I personally wanna go [locally] for Ateneo De Manila University or UP Diliman. My dad said that Ateneo is good with Socials so if I decide on taking law, I shall stay there. If I wanna take medicine, UP is the wiser choice.

My parents also told me to look for schools which are outside the country, and these are my hand-picked schools:
1. Singapore Management University- I like their site, it makes me wanna study there. haha. I am also enticed by their giving of awards for Tops 1 and 2 law students [as if i'll ever be]. And one major thing, I like the campus.
2. UCLA- I have always wanted to study there. They have a big campus. And I love SoCal. haha. I don't know about the education, though [but that's the most important]. Residence is not a problem, though.
3. Yale University- Three Words: GREAT SCHOOL, ASA. Location: Connecticut [too far]
4. Stanford University- Great school, too. But the location! Palo Alto is soo far..
5. Princeton University- Source of good graduates. 5,000 acre campus, wow.
I'm still checking other universities, Harvard has great appeal to me too. But, it's too over the sky.

Too much of an eye-opener for a day. Must elucidate to myself which course I would really like to take, I'm leaning towards law..
So much for dreaming.

Of Dreams or Lack Thereof

2008-01-03T23:57:00.000-08:00

I've been having the same dream for the past 3-4 days...

Yup, you've guessed it, I dreamt that I was flying. Maybe this is brought about by my over- engrossing of myself with Heroes. They say that too much is not good for you, but to hell with that. I love Heroes so much that I could immerse in its world for the rest of my days because it gives me this kind of opulent happiness.
Flying? As I would like to interpret it, I think it's trying to tell me that I have a higher calling. It's like reaching loftier heights as I stroll in life's pathway. In my dream, I almost fell but I immediately took hold of myself and continued to fly. I believe that this tells me that even if I'm on the verge of falling, I must still be in control, and rise from the depths of bombardment and criticism... Or the flying thing is telling me that I have a cellular condition which enables me to fly.

Okay. Enough dreaming.
Must snap myself back to reality- school is coming... very soon.

Minute=Ginormous

2008-01-03T01:10:00.000-08:00

I'm sorry for not being able to blog for the longest time.

Here's something I got from someone:
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Turn your iPod/MP3 on.
Answer the questions by using the most appropriate song lines.
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What will you say if:

1. A Hold-upper would approach you?
You could take it all away, I don't need it, I'll still be the same.
-Take it All Away/ Ryan Cabrera

2. Someone would try to kill you?
It's okay that we're dying, but I need to survive tonight.
-Half Alive/ Secondhand Serenade

3. You can't answer a person's question?
If you're not getting answers, ask better questions.
- Q/ Cartel

4. If you couldn't pronounce a word you're asked to read?
I am taffy stuck and tongue-tied.
-Colorblind/ Counting Crows

5. If you want to drift?
I love you, but I'm letting go.
-Nothing Lasts Forever/ Maroon 5

6. If you would tell someone the painful truth?
Please don't mind what I'm trying to say cause I'm being honest.
- Honestly/ Cartel

7. If someone rejects you?
I would wait a lifetime for you.
- Center of Attention/ Jackson Waters.

8. If someone asks you to leave?
Throw me away. Forget yesterday.
- The Great Escape/ Boys Like Girls

9. If you fall from the third-floor of a buliding?
Oh my God, this hurts like hell.
- Kill the Messenger/ Jack's Mannequin

10. If someone leaves you?
Please don't go away. Please tell me you'll stay.
- Your Guardian Angel/ The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus

I'm so bored

Sylar Took My Power

2007-12-28T05:36:00.000-08:00

I wish he did so at least I know I had it, even for a relatively short period of time.
Snapping back to reality, it’s impossible.
Gah, I wish I was a hero.

I never got in-grossed with a TV show as much as this, OTH didn’t give me this kind of longing for the next part of the story.

Talking about TV shows, I would like to discuss a particular event happening in the United States right now:

I’m guessing you’re all familiar to the Writers’ Guild of America Strike? Anyway, it may not affect you as much now, but if this strike continues, your favorite TV show will no longer have a sequel or season. Because of the writers unwillingness to write, your favorite show will continue to play.. in reruns. What a horrible future! Hollywood is currently losing millions of dollars because of the huge conflict. Let us pray for the issue to be resolved. And yeah, this was the reason why Volume 2 of Heroes is only 11 episodes [thanks to Gela for the trivia].

Oh yeah, I bought the Heroes Graphic Novel Volume 1 in Fully Booked, High Street. It was worth it. I’m one of the 20 proud owners in the Philippines.

So I must go. I have a bedroom to save er.. clean. :P

Webster Can't Describe

2007-12-21T05:59:00.000-08:00

We had the official final school day of the year today.
I can't believe that it's only four days til Christmas.
Official boredom commences in a day. Sigh

I went to the mall with my 2B classmates [plus Ivan] a while ago. I/We had so much fun. Cracking jokes here and there, munching on food every single chance we could, taking pictures at new places, and trying to be dumb, not trying pala. haha.

What'll I be doing during the break:

Photoshop projects will make me busy
Fixing iPod and blogs
Discover new songs
Trips to the mall
Videogames
Sleep
Grow hair! [I'm excited for this :P]
Discover new places to eat at
Last and definitely the least, find a research problem.

Shall rethink priorities and focus on what really matters. I shall not keep on grabbing if I know I'm losing grasp of what's really vital.

Song Line for the day: "So easy and so far away."
-Lucero's Tell Me What It Takes

Woopteedo!

2007-12-20T06:33:00.000-08:00

The Math test is surprisingly easy! Woohoo!
Filipino: hell.

I just blogged about the PT. eww. haha.
I never thought this day would end with me still being sane. You see, I have been troubled and have had sleepless nights because of that damn math exam. Why am I that petrified? It's simply because my deep-seated hate in math goes back a long way. Even if I found the math test easy, maybe I was dumb and gave all the wrong answers. Haha.

We had our COCC Christmas Party a while ago. I felt really contemplative during the event. I.. must.. really.. change..
I had loads of fun especially during IceWater. Haha

Went to Glorietta with some COs and bought gifts. :P
Received my Starbucks planner already.

As of now, I am trying to revive my very obsolete iPod. Trying to get my House juices to do the working. I must load some Daft Punk! :P

Song line for the day [here's a long one :P]:
"Buy it, use it, break it, fix it,
Trash it, change it, melt - upgrade it,
Charge it, pawn it, zoom it, press it,
Snap it, work it, quick - erase it,
Write it, cut it, paste it, save it,
Load it, check it, quick - rewrite it,
Plug it, play it, burn it, rip it,
Drag it, drop it, zip - unzip it,
Lock it, fill it, call it, find it,
View it, coat it, jam - unlock it,
Surf it, scroll it, pose it, click it,
Cross it, crack it, switch - update it,
Name it, rate it, tune it, print it,
Scan it, send it, fax - rename it,
Touch it, bring it, pay it, watch it,
Turn it, leave it, start - format it.
TECNOLOGIC. "
-Technologic by Daft Punk

Idleness

2007-12-16T04:12:00.000-08:00

I'm very lazy. This laziness is already bringing about guilt in me. I was supposed to study a handful of subjects today. But it's really depressing that I arrived at the house at around 4 pm after shopping at Glorietta, having a haircut at FiX Serendra, and strolling high street leisurely. Procrastination is definitely something I must overcome- time management is the key. I hate it when this kind of situation happens, everything just piles up in front of your face. Daang.

Infuriated by Cults

2007-12-15T05:13:00.000-08:00

Let me explain to you what my title means later.

I went to Balintawak a while ago to celebrate my cousin's birthday+ despidida. It was fun reuniting with my relatives. I downloaded season 2 of Heroes until chapter 11. Woo. My iPOD finally has videos!

Anyway.. I hate cults because of what happened a while ago. Maybe you've heard it in the news- a cult exploded tires of buses at Edsa-Kamuning flyover and at Magallanes flyover ergo, making EDSA immobilized. I really hate it! The usual 30 minute drive from Balintawak-Makati became a very unfortunate 3 hour drive. Because of the heavy traffic, I finished Heroes til Chapter 10. Wow.

Re: Heroes

Kristen Bell [Elle] looks very nympho-y. She looks promiscuous. Haha.
Maya's power is so cool. Haha.
The diner girl's power is also nice. Copycat.
The new addition of new characters indeed created variation. Bravo!
I can't wait for the future conflicts of the clashing Claire and Elle.
The spotlight was no longer on Hiro. He should have more airtime.
I also can't wait for the future mayhem Sylar will bring.
The effects truly improved this season.

Saosin is really good. They're a Punk band I won't get tired of listening to.

This entry is a stub, very crappy, and insufficient with insightful-ness. Sorry.

Eternal Damnation and Nirvana

2007-12-14T07:14:00.000-08:00

I experienced both in a day- today.

The day was great. Unfortunately, the avenue for failing opened during the last subject, math. A terrible & harsh quiz was administered by a person with close resemblance to S*tan. I had a really difficult time. I was only able to answer 5 out of 8 items, 3 of which, I'm sure of. :[ When will I ever succeed in this never ending road of math illiteracy? Yes, I get the lessons, but when it's time to take the exam, my brain rusts robustly. I hate math! :[ So much for being part of the top once again. :[

Moving on to happier times...
I had a blast during dismissal time! Having the usual conversation with the nerds is really a great way of de-stressing. We had the usual insights and we had our "oldies but goodies" marathon of songs. Singing those songs takes me back to the 90s. I love the feeling, it's really a mirth!

I went to High Street a while ago. I first went to Starbucks to get coffee, and much to my surprise, they gave me double stickers. Knowing this, I told my bro and my dad to get a beverage too. I was able to receive a total of 6 stickers today, I also have that suggestion thing which entitles me to a tall-sized drink. 5 more stickers to go and I have the planner na. Oh, I also saw a big number of 3C students in Starbucks-Fully Booked. I would like to say, Fully Booked has the best album selection in the country [will be replaced if someone tells me otherwise].

So that's all for my paradoxic day. Enjoy the weekend! Finals next week.

Song line for the day: "Cause I need you, like the dragonflies' wings need the wind, like the orphan needs a home."
- Copeland's Priceless [one of my greatest discoveries :] ]

Transcending to Reality

2007-12-11T03:10:00.000-08:00

I am deeply apologetic for the almost-week long hiatus. I've been caught up the past few days.

Expect a different kind of entry today. I will be actually noting my thoughts down.

My title for today's entry is inspired by the better-than-original revival of "Forever Young" [the 70s song] by the Youth Group [OC cover]. It's like I'm at the brink of losing the breath of youth. You know when sometimes you want to be an adult already? I often feel that. I wanna know how it feels to be independent. But that encounter with my inner self during that fateful Monday night [yesterday] at the Legaspi's balcony made me think that-- I have to treasure what's happening right now. The setting last night was something surreal-- a little peek of the Makati skyline, friends around you, the night sky, the lighting by the pool, and really good music-- it really made me think. Growing up could give us a lot of restrictions. There'll be so many things we couldn't do anymore.. Keeping all this in mind, I must bring back the youth I almost lost: innocence, fun, slacking-off, being mischievous [without much scolding. haha]. But it's time to face the music, I'll be a Junior next year. And after that, rough waters await me..

I can't handle this.
I wanna be a kid again.
:]

A clarification of a very misunderstood, ambiguous matter

2007-12-05T05:35:00.000-08:00

Before we say something in front of a big population, we must consider the background of what we are trying to present. Tch, speakers could often generalize.

Moving on to the issue I'm about to present...
A while ago, this picture was of great surprise to us [sophomores].

According to the speaker, this picture served as an eye-opener because when she typed the words "graft and corruption" in Google, this picture came out second.
Not considering the details and obviously overwhelmed by what she saw, she made a conclusion that this picture served as an example of corruption at work.

You wanna know about the real details of the picture?
This picture came from Malacanang itself. This is actually a photo opportunity wherein the president poses with the Top Ten 10 most compliant agencies in terms of Integrity Development Action Plan. These agencies strive to eradicate graft and corruption.
See how twisted details could be without research? Good thing I was interested. Haha.

And as I say adieu, I quote, "Truth Shall Prevail" -The Philippine Star :]

Ginormous boredom

2007-12-04T03:02:00.000-08:00

I got this from Allan
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Go to Google images
Search up your answer
Pick one image from the first page
And post.
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If you wanna guess my answers, comment on this entry. No cheaters please. :P
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1. The age you will be on your next birthday

2. A place you'd like to travel to

3. Your favorite place

4. Your favorite object

5. Your favorite food

6. Your favorite animal

7. Your favorite color

8. The town in which you were born

9. The town in which you live

10. The name of a past pet

11. Name of a past crush

12. Your first name

13. Your middle name

14. Your last name

15. A bad habit of yours

16. Your first job

17. Your grandmothers' name

Fecal Air Rectally Transmitted

2007-12-03T03:38:00.000-08:00

That's what the word FART stands for. Haha. Would just like to share you that very disturbing trivia. Haha.

I don't really want to blog today, so much school work that I have to do.

Random insight: Fate is something everyone should be afraid of.. it could lead to things you could never expect to happen, causing you to lose or gain more..

Confucian line for the day: The family that prays together, only has one rosary. :P

Sorry for a repugnant entry. I really can't blog. Too sleepy.. too tired.. too.. blah.

Electroshocked

2007-12-01T06:18:00.000-08:00

I don't know why this is my title. It just zapped in my mind.
I feel so tired.

Sorry for not updating yesterday, my FireFox had a problem. Anyway..

I attended COCC training today. I had so much fun. Good thing my pants didn't start another incident of embarrassing marching. Haha. I love mobile marching, it's less tiring than stationary marching. Haha.

I attended Parish work with Guia and Jo a while ago. Working has never been fun-ner. We just talked and laughed. Yay. 4 hours done, 3 more to go. :]
Insight: DON'T buy any food or beverage from Starbucks, there will come a time when they will have to give you something free. I didn't buy anything but then I received 2 brownies/pastries and a cup of hot Toffee Nut Latte. Haha.

I went to mass after parish work then proceeded to Power after. We ate at Burgoo and my dad received a special dessert cause it's his birthday. Went around and ended up buying a shirt from Graphic+Deigned+Lifestyle [Team Manila] and a pair of slippers from Billabong. I felt really tired after.

That ends my hectic day. I desperately need to rest cause I have to go to Baliwag, Bulacan tomorrow for a Medical Mission. Haha. :]

Thanks for making my day. :]

Song line for the day: "Will you sleep tonight, will you think of me?"
-Boxcar Racer's There Is

Termination of Activities Prior to Sleep

2007-11-29T05:10:00.000-08:00

Yeah, TAPS. The Philippines has a curfew now. This is just one of the many alarming news we had today. Tough day, tough day. Hope this discontinues tomorrow.

Moving on to lighter matters...
I had so much fun today even if I lacked sleep last night. I had fun during research [we were the only group who defended]. I was so happy because i think my group did well. My groupmates' speeches were fantastic. Thanks guys!

Social time was exhilarating. We had Mr. SJ as our substitute teacher and we have dug in to his very patriotic side. He started saying things that elicited laughter from the class. Everyone started making spontaneous, witty comments. I had so much fun. Haha.
We started to become scholarly unconstitutional during those moments. The people around me started eating chocolates from Kei. It's really yummy. Everyone cheated their way to passing the social seatwork. Everyone started texting [unnoticed] in order to find out the happenings at the outside world. I totally had abs during that period. Haha :]

I went to pass by Mc Donald's on our way home. I had the usual quarter pounder w/ cheese and large fries. And I have finally tried out the Mc Donald's ice cream concoction that I have always dreamed of, a combination of hot fudge and oreo! Oh supreme nirvana!
Anyway..
I was listening to the am radio on the way home, and I have noticed something from radio commentators when they are caught up in a very miserable situation. They put the letter "H" after every sentence. It sounds funny, but we can't blame them because it's fear that dictates this.

I wish the country would come to a peace now [though I think that this would continue on till tomorrow].

Let us have a restful night.
Pray.

An exasperated feeling of the usually stalwart soul.

2007-11-26T03:42:00.000-08:00

I'm TIRED, really tired. And I hate it, cause when I'm tired, I procrastinate- which results to poorer class output. Anyway, I'll gather all my energies left and channel them into doing my homework. Wish me luck. :P

5 days to go! I can't wait for my first encampment! Haha. I wish I would get awards. :]

Oh yeah, we got in the songfest finals! And so did 1A, 1D, 1E and 2I, 2J. Sabayan redux? hmm. haha. :] We shall defend!

I'm having a really hard time at math. I could hardly understand the topics. Wish me luck, once again. So much for wanting a comeback in the Deca. Haha. :]

My prayers go out to Sae Seul Park! May you do superb in your Yale Interview tomorrow! Good luck and God bless, madame secretary, madame captain. :]

I want a cup of Peppermint Mocha.

This is a nonsensical entry, thanks to my oh-so-inconsistent string of thought. :[

Song line for the day: "Cause you never know just how the story ends or how the story goes..."
-Cartel's Say Anything [Else]

Of ripped jeans, watermelons, and vocal removers

2007-11-24T06:03:00.000-08:00

I am excited, ecstatic for the COCC encampment this Saturday! I can't hardly wait!

Anyway, I ripped my jeans a while ago, during training. It was so embarrassing. That event resulted to my wearing of Camo shorts the whole duration of the training. Haha. Oh well, this is a standing proof that I take "knee-high marching" seriously.

I'm having a very tough time, I'm reaching near explosion. It's so hard to find a minus-one for the songfest. I can't wait for this to reach its termination. I'm just so tired.. :[

Light bulb! Yeah, new perspective, new outlook! Carefully thought, circumspectly analyzed.

What a bromidic entry. Yawn..
I could really use a cup of peppermint mocha right now. I'm in dire need of it. haha.

Song line for the day: "I would promise to love you now, but I would lovingly let you down."
-Cartel's If I fail

Breathtaking.

2007-11-20T04:40:00.000-08:00

I got this form my uncle's blog. It is a picture he took during his trip to El Nido, Palawan.

This is truly a sight to behold! Rain falling from a cloud in a specific place. I thought you could only see this in cartoons. An aerial view of cloud seeding is rad!

The Egregious Mountebank

2007-11-20T03:07:00.000-08:00

Yeah. SHE must die!
You know who the F"@*$#^ heckler is. Haha.

This week is a less-pressure week compared to the previous one. I find it hard to catch up with my lessons that were discussed during APAC, though. But every thing's all good now [i guess].

Taxonomy is something I find interesting. Even if it is very difficult to comprehend with at times, I still find it cool. Haha N na N.
We had cooking today! We cooked very delectable dishes of Pork Chops in Golden Apple Sauce and Buffalo wings with Sour cream dip. I think we did outstanding. Not trying to be gusty but, we are the group who actually FINISHED cooking. I wish this cooking prowess we have would continue till the end.
Speaking of HE, Ms. Natera's actually tolerable [unlike others]. I just don't like her shouting, though.

I'm really sorry for a very dissuading entry.
A hate blog is really what I'm opting for, but that won't be nice.
Oh yeah! Please buy Christmas balls for your batch to be hung on the Christmas tree! The proceeds will be given to the Outreach Fund. :]

Song line for the day: "Wherever you are, I hope that you're happy tonight. :]"
-Daphne Loves Derby's Sun [mind you, they're not a girl band. haha]

Urban Camouflage [black and white hues]

2007-11-18T01:38:00.000-08:00

Blogging when I feel sick [That'll make me feel better. Haha].

Yesterday..
I went to Ma'am Echavez' debut. But first, I waited for my other companions at Starbucks 6750 [where I got robbed]. And voila, the red cups are back! To celebrate its return, I had to buy one. I ordered the usual, a tall, hot Peppermint Mocha. Ramon came, then followed by Gela. I asked Gela to buy a drink so she could get a sticker for my card. Yay for me, 2 stickers. We met up with Diane and Nina and then we went straight to Makati Shang.
Frolicking here and there, going back and forth to the bathroom, and mingling with officers is what we did til Dalmy arrived and the Debut started.
It was a black and white affair [urban camo :] ]Ma'am Echavez didn't know about the debut, it was a surprise. I was seated with the other COs, on my back was the j10 and on my right was the senior top. It was cool cause everybody had roles and everybody had something to say. It was nerve wracking when I found out I was gonna be one of the 18 treasures. The worst thing was Nina gave the gift [collective] and I had no gift to present. Good thing Reyles[thanks!] gave me his gift and I made a very short speech about it.
The debut was fun because of the different numbers presented by the officers. Our bonfire was also good [I think].
After the debut, I hanged with the others, Sir De Guzman, and Sir Villanueva until I went home.
It was a mirth!

Today..
I went to mass and much to my surprise, there were 26 priests. I predicted it's gonna be a long one, but good thing, it didn't happen.
I went to my cousin who is confined in the Medical City Hospital because he was operated for Appendicitis. It was so cool there! It had this very US-y feel. It's like I was back in the states. Haha.
Anyway, my tito was so kind, that he asked me to buy 7 beverages at Starbucks. So from 22, I had 15 more stickers left to collect. Woo!
We proceeded home and I have finally started doing my homeworks. Speaking of which, I am doing one right now, reviewing English [by using as many clauses as I can. haha :] ]

So that's all for the past 2 days.

Song line for the day: "Can we try for right now, free of doubt?"
-Mae's Runaway

A futile attempt of strengthening my spirit [nah!]

2007-11-16T03:48:00.000-08:00

I am down-ish.

I am very disappointed at myself. I knew that I should have done better the past quarter. Being disjointed from the Top 10 gives a very painful feeling of self-pity. I am very much happy for the Deca now, believe me, I am. I am just disheartened with the fact that I could've done better. Well anyway, it is not all about the ranking, it's about having the sense of fulfillment that you did well, despite all the things that you've been busy doing. Come to think of it, this issue doesn't even need to sink in to me.
It's just something unavoidable. It happens, shit happens. And it feels good to know that it happens to me very seldom.
I just proved to others that my shallow side is really dominant at times. Sheesh, I'm .1 away from the tenth in the top, this doesn't deserve the drama.
Haha. Laughing this off is the best way to handle it.

Anyway, I have a test tomorrow and my brain is already traumatized of this very sloth-y attempt of studying. I have to take this seriously.

Once again, Kudos to the Deca!
I shall see you again SOON! [Evil laugh. haha][I wish.] :]

The shallow end of my deep thinking

2007-11-15T03:44:00.001-08:00

I can't blog today. I just can't. I don't know why...

Anyway, I watched Beowulf last night. And my advice: don't watch it. It's full of fallacies [it'll be hard to say all. it will take my whole night]. It's more of a comedy than an action movie. I was expecting 300, but I was able to watch a horny version of Shrek. It's such a big upset for me. Though the animation itself is nice, I just didn't like it.

I've been discovering new music lately. Last.fm is really getting me in tune! I've found new music from Hit the Lights, All Time Low, Anberlin, Boys Like Girls, Mae, Relient K, Cute is what we aim for, and much much more.

I'm really sorry cause I can't freely express myself today. I've been thinking a lot of stuff recently.

Here's some comic relief courtesy of Explosm.net:

How stupid! Haha

I'm sorry for all the anguish that I have caused you through this entry.

Songline for the day: "I wanna be your last first kiss."
-Anberlin's Inevitable

Soundwave Nirvana

2007-11-13T05:58:00.000-08:00

A place where you can satisfy your music craving. Get to know bands similar to your taste. This is the place where the rhythm reigns. This is last.fm. It's just like Pandora, only with a more extensive range/ variety.

I posted this cause I care to share.

Adios!

A Conjecture on World Domination

2007-11-13T02:28:00.000-08:00

This is a redux of the political, intellectual conversation I had with Michael C. and Roman M.

I'm sorry that I have to re-bring this up. I've been quite seeing China and Chinese stuff so I thought to write about it because I think i have to share it. You could share your insights on this at the end of this post.

[I have nothing against the Chinese. In fact, I passed a stage wherein I wanted to be Chinese :] ]
[Freedom of expression applies in the internet]

I propose that the Chinese will dominate the world in the near future.
I have some points in order to support this:

China still is the most populous country and they still are continuing to grow. If this will continue in the coming years, they would have enough people to dominate the world. Have you noticed that in every TV show you see a Chinese person in it?
The presence of a Chinatown in every country, in some cases [like the United States], every city. I consider this as a " home base" of the Chinese. This will serve as their residence before this "domination happens". Because of this, control is very much easier.
The booming economy of China. China's economy has been reaching heights in the past years.
The fast decrease of the dollar rate. Probably you're wondering why the peso is getting higher? Simple, the dollar is just getting lower.

Those are just some. Haha.

Anyway, if the issue on formalin on preserved food or high lead concentration on toys continues, what I am predicting will not come true. :P

Random thought: China has the lowest minimum wage rate that's why people have their products made in China. Therefore, the Chinese works for the world. Will the world work for them soon?

Enough on this. This is a drudging issue.

Song line for the day: "Someone stands out, then you'll get an answer."
-Cartel's Q

I'll abscond!

Dynastic, Vigorous Republic Consolidation [DiVisoRia]

2007-11-12T05:52:00.000-08:00

Ni Hao!

I am really sleepy now.

I just arrived from Divisoria [my first-ever visit] with the council and I have noted things. Haha.
I wanna talk about the coexistence of the Chinese and Filipino cultures. I like visiting Binondo and Ongpin [Chinatown]. It's always humorous and amusing for me to see the regular establishments having Chinese calligraphy beside them.
Here are two of the many:
[Sorry for my camera phone's poor photographic quality]

The very popular Starbucks in Chinese. Haha.

And the men's room sign in Mc Donalds. I was supposed to put the Mc Donalds label too, but I suddenly deleted it. Haha.

Anyway, I have noticed that people in Divisoria are like such brisk walkers, so brisk that they scare me. They keep on shouting. I sensed the feeling that I could die any moment because of the sudden dropping of loads, the obviously screwed-up traffic system, and the very mysterious gunshot.
Oh well, WELCOME TO THE PHILIPPPINES!

I gotta go. Loads of stuff to do and I'm still blogging.

Song line for the day: "I'll wait a lifetime for you."
- Jackson Waters' Center of Attention

Ciao!

Alpha

2007-11-11T00:38:00.000-08:00

This is my first post here in blogger. I fastidiously thought about getting an account and I decided that I had to get one, for the simple reason that everyone is using this blog provider already.
Not to worry, I will still keep my LiveJournal up and running [in case you would like to refer to past entries].
Bear with me for the very vacant site, I shall try to update and put stuff as soon as I could.

Oh yeah, I just arrived from APAC. I had fun with the bonding moments I had with 2B. It was very unforgettable.
And you make me happy, you know who you are. :]

Anyway, I must grab a moment for myself to sleep. I only had 8 hours sleep for the past 3 days.

Shall keep you updated and tell you more about APAC in the coming days.

Song line for the day: "Wherever you go, I will be waiting;whenever you call, I will be there."
- Amber Pacific's Gone So Young

I'll be gone now. Bye.