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Oct. 13th, 2009

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Spring Awakening (Manila)

Spring Awakening (Manila)

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May. 2nd, 2009

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the funnier tunay na babae blog

From Stan, I read the totoongbabae.blogspot.com, a counterpart of the now-famous tunaynalalaki.blogspot.com. But it wasn't as funny the original. At least this one is funnier. =D

Ngayon, ako ba ay tunay na babae?

via angtunaynababae.blogspot.com

CREDO NG TUNAY NA BABAE
1. Ang Tunay na Babae ay palaging undecided. - Ay hindi. Minsan lang ako undecided.
2. Ang Tunay na Babae ay palaging tama. - Hindi rin, hindi ko rin naman pinagpipilitan na tama ako lagi. hehe.
3. Ang Tunay na Babae ay palaging late ng minimum of 15 minutes. - Ok...mabagal ako kumilos. ahaha.
4. Ang Tunay na Babae ay pwedeng mainis sa kapwa babae for no apparent reason. - Minsan nangyayari to. haha.
5. Ang Tunay na Babae ay kumakanta sa banyo. - YES! hahaha.
6. Ang Tunay na Babae ay nakapikit habang hinahalikan pero didilat sandali para tignan kung nakapikit din sya. - Not applicable sakin ahaha.
7. Ang Tunay na Babae ay hindi umaalis ng bahay na walang shaver. - Hindi ko ito ginagawa.
8. Ang Tunay na Babae ay ngangawa sa CR at lalabas dito na parang hindi affected. - Ok, guilty. haha.
9. Ang Tunay na Babae ay magsi-shriek sa kilig sa CR at lalabas dito na parang hindi affected. - Pwede na hehe pero hindi nga lang ako pumupunta sa CR. haha.
10. Ang Tunay na Babae ay nagti-text ng cryptic smileys pag di makabigay ng straight answer. - Haha true.
11. Ang Tunay na Babae ay kayang maging one of the boys kahit naka-stilettos. - Except for the stilletos part, yes.
12. Ang Tunay na Babae ay kayang hindi huminga ng tatlong oras pag naka-cocktail dress na fit. - Argh. haha.
13. Ang Tunay na Babae ay may at least isang thong. - Wala ako nyan.
14. Ang Tunay na Babae ay may default answer na ‘wala’ pag tinanong kung may problema ba. - So true..hehe.
15. Ang Tunay na Babae ay may corresponding song sa bawat development stage ng lovelife. - Hahaha pano mo nalaman? =P
16. Ang Tunay na Babae ay hindi hinihiwalayan ng lalake. She just had enough. - Hindi din applicable sa kin haha.
17. Ang Tunay na Babae ay nagchi-check ng cellphone. - Oo..haha.
18. Ang Tunay na Babae ay hindi mauunang magsabi ng I love you. - Korek,
19. Ang Tunay na Babae ay kailangan ng proof. - Yup.
20. Ang Tunay na Babae ay kailangan ng proof habang buhay. - Haha oo!

14 out of 20 lang. Pwede na ba yun? hahaha.

Apr. 9th, 2009

house

tweet

Joined the bandwagon:

http://twitter.com/boranzohn

Feel free to add..erm, follow me. =)

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I have work tomorrow. sigh.
No use complaining..

Feb. 10th, 2009

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malinaw na ang lahat

Nung Linggo, kahit pagod, pumunta pa rin ako sa mall at nagpagupit at pinaayos ang aking salamin. Yung gupit, ok lang, nagulat lang ako kasi may libreng massage pa lang kasama yun. Hanep. Hindi naman masakit ang balikat ko. Fine.

Yung salamin, ayun, what else is new. Tumaas ulit ang grado ko. 550/525 na ako, from 450. Hanep! 450 grado ko nung May 2008. Wala pang isang taon tumaas na ng 100 ang grado ko. Syet. Maraming dahilan eh, hindi lang dahil pasaway ako at nagbabasa pa rin ako na nakahiga. Ang dami kaya naming rush nung 2008, sunod-sunod, parang hindi na nawala ang trabaho. Pag ikaw nagbasa ng 12+ hours straight, ewan ko lang kung hindi lumuwa ang mata mo. Yun lang siguro. Sana huling beses na tong tataas. Sinusubukan ko na rin namang magbago; tinaggal ko na nga yung mga libro ko sa tabi ng kama ko.

Pero ang galing, malinaw na ulit ang mundo ko. Huwaw! Nababasa ko na sa malayo ang mga nakasulat sa karatula ng jeep. Tapos pag may nakakasalubong ako sa corridor sa office, nakikilala ko na sila kahit malayo pa lang. Yehey! haha.

Feb. 1st, 2009

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birth day

Salamat sa lahat ng pagbati! =D

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Spent my birthday playing Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile, a mystery computer game where you go into rooms and find some stuff. Like Madame Fate. I haven't finished it yet, although I was kind of disappointed at the way they drew Poirot. Poirot is a small thin man, not a huge, fat man. The only thing they got right was the mustache. And where is Hastings? hay.

Also went to National to buy books. I bought Sir Egay's Walong Diwata ng Pagkahulog (which is what I'm reading right now), The Little Prince, Siddhartha by Herman Heese and Para kay B by Ricky Lee. The Ricky Lee novel, I shouldn't have bought that because when I got home, I found the same book at my desk, from my sister as her birthday gift to me. ahahaha! John told me the lesson for the day: don't buy books when you're expecting a gift. haha!

Anyway, it's a happy birthday. I'm 23! ackkk. =P

Jan. 11th, 2009

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Shake Rattle and Roll (and scream!)

I never planned to watch this film, but John wanted to, so me and Rhea went with him to watch it after our work in the office yesterday. I enjoyed the film, it had a lot of laughs. hahaha. We went in late, so we watched the 3rd episode, Nieves, which starred Marian Rivera. It was ok, not very scary at all. More of comedy and romance. Marian's acting was good. The most disappointing thing: there is a jump cut. C'mon, you don't have to be a Mass Comm/Comm Arts grad to notice. It was so freakin' obvious. Whoever the editor was, he/she was not careful! With all the special effects in the film, they failed to notice a jump cut?! Unbelievable.

The first episode was Emergency, which was really, really CORNY. I hate that episode. Roxanne Guinoo did not act convincingly as a doctor. I mean, I'm not a doctor, but that's not the way to do CPR! Hello! There is no urgency in her voice, either. (She should watch House. haha). The love story is corny, the monsters are corny. Plus the way they killed the monsters with holy water was incredibly corny and so cliche. Grabe. The only memorable thing while watching it was this girl at the back of the moviehouse who screams like hell at every appearance of an aswang. Grabe, she screams as if she's gonna die! hahaha. Akala mo nasa roller coaster siya, hahaha. Mas nagugulat ako sa kanya kaysa dun sa pelikula. hahaha.

My favorite is the second episode, Class Picture. Scary! It reminded me of Miriam, just like what Diana said. Buti na lang wala talagang akong third eye! ahaha. The love story with Kim Chui and Gerard Anderson was not so much emphasized, which is good. Katakot talaga, especially when the nun appeared at the back of IC Mendoza. Hell! It was also well-written, because it showed a glimpse of why the nun treats her students violently. I like it. And yeah, the girl was also screaming a hell lot in this film haha.

'Tis the season of good movies, so I must watch movies more often hehe. There is:

1. Baler
2. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
3. The Spirit
4. Valkyrie (not sure when this will be showing, though)

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On other news, Sir Egay will launch his novel, Walong Diwata ng Pagkahulog on January 27 (Tuesday), 4:30 p.m. at ADMU SocSci Conference Rooms 1 and 2. It's a Tuesday, but maybe I can take a vacation leave on this one. haha! (Yes, I learned my lesson: Use your vacation leaves early in the year! Still bitter that I wasn't able to use even half of my VLs because of these public textbook calls! grrr.)

Plus, Sir Jun Cruz Reyes will be there! whee! I can bring one of his books and have him sign it, again. hehe. =P

More on the launch here.

Jan. 4th, 2009

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ang tanging ina 2

Yesterday, I met up with my high school friends. After eating at Shakey's and drinking coffee at Starbucks, we went to Eastwood. And watched Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat.

The first time I heard of the title, I thought it was clever because it sounds like they're cursing. haha. I guess that's the only funny part. The film paints a pretty accurate picture of what Philippine politics is--unqualified people in office, with members of the Cabinet consist of their brother, sister, father, mother, kapitbahay, childhood friend, best enemy, what-have-you. And politicians in jail living there as if they are on vacation. wah! Horrific. I know it's supposed to be a funny film, but it was just eerie because it actually happens in real life! geez.

The film also depended on the same story as its predecessor. As a result, it became predictable. Same problem, same situation: Dennis Padilla's character died at the start of the film, leaving Ina alone, yet again. And yet again, her children doesn't appreciate her and Ina problematize on how to make herself important to them. Same old thing. Except it went in another scale, of course. Still, it's the same story. I wonder, if Dennis Padilla's character was included in this film, what could have happened? Maybe it could have offered a different perspective.

Anyway, it was enjoyable, it had some laughs. It's just...freaky. haha.

Dec. 31st, 2008

house

happy 2009!

It's been 3 hours of 2009, and no one's lighting fireworks anymore. Thank God. haha.

In celebration of a new year, here is the new release from Rodrigo y Gabriela, Live in Japan. They recently did a concert there as part of their debut in Far East Asia. I wonder when will they debut in Southeast Asia? hehe. The album is everything you expect of the Rod-Gab duo, and more. They did live versions of most of the songs in their debut album, which are really cool! I hope they will tour in this part of Asia soon. Listening to them is one thing, but seeing them live would be amazing.

For now, download the album! Enjoy! =D

 

rodrigo y gabriela under the cut! =D )

This is just the happy pill that I need! Whee! Hope the rest of the year is just as well. Happy new year! =D

Dec. 27th, 2008

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creative zen (or why i didn't buy an ipod)

I only have my 14th month to thank for being able to afford a new mp3 player. I'd like to think I deserve it, after all the nights I've been slaving in the office. Here is my new music companion:

I've always wanted a Creative player. I never liked the Ipod, sorry. I feel it easily breaks, and Itunes does not go well with our PC (it doesn't save my library!). So I felt Creative would be a better choice. Plus it has FM radio and recorder, so that's not so bad.

My Creative Zen is 4 GB. I bought it with free leather case and wall charger. Sulit na. =D
Sound trip na to! haha.

Oh, and I have to add: their earphones suck. Philips is still the best. hehe =D

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On other news, Sir Edgar Samar's book is coming out this January! Hello people from Malate Workshop 2006: remember the novel that Sir Egay was talking about? It's now published! Yehey! So happy for him. Please support and buy a copy. It will be available in Powerbooks in around January 5 or 6.

More about the book here. Notice the blurb at the back cover of the book: it's from Sir Jun Cruz Reyes. Bongga! =D

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The last news is depressing. Actually, this is not a very good morning. I just received news that my supervisor is in the hospital because she had an emergency operation. Apparently, she had a cyst in the ovary and had to be operated yesterday.

While I'm happy she's ok, I want to cry right now because this means I would be in-charge in finishing our books for DepEd. AAAAAAH! Please kill me now. 0___O

Dec. 24th, 2008

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new layout again

The year is about to end, so I figured I should change my layout. hehe =)
This one's from [info]gossymer at [info]noveltybox =)

Always wanted to have a desktop-themed layout. My gmail is also desktop-themed, by the way.

Cheap and Cheerful is from the song of the same title, by the Kills. Really funky song, I super love it. =D

End of the year also means that recap thingy...which I will post when I feel like it. haha.

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Don't Worry, Be Happy

Instructions: Put your player on shuffle and hit the "Next" button to get your answer to every question. You must indicate the title and artist, no matter how far-fetched it sounds. No cheating.

What do you like in a guy/girl?
Knock Em Down - LTDA

What is your life's purpose?
Cheap and Cheerful - The Kills (House MD Season 5 OST) ---> Yes, this makes sense. =D

What is your motto?
Queen of Hollywood - The Corrs

What do your friends think of you?
Can't Help Falling In Love - UB40

What do you think about very often?
The Way You Love Me - Keepsake (Punk Goes Pop album)

What do you think of the person you like?
Sumigaw, Umawit Ka - Rivermaya

What is your life story?
Think of You - A Fine Frenzy
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Deed I Do - Diana Krall

What do your parents think of you?
Waiting on an Angel - Ben Harper

What song will you dance to at your wedding?
Cemeteries of London - Coldplay

What will they play at your funeral?
Yellow - Llama Farmers

What is your hobby / interest?
Worn Me Down - Rachael Yamagata

What is your biggest secret?
You Don't Know - Scarlett and Black ---> PERFECT! haha

What do you think of your friends?
Hand Clap - Hurricane Chris

What's the worst thing that could happen?
Kiss My Sass - Cobra Starship

How will you die?
On the Run - Pink Floyd

What is the one thing you regret?
No Frontiers - The Corrs
What makes you laugh?
Woman - Wolfmother

What makes you cry?
Time After Time - Frank Sinatra

What scares you the most?
Another Day in Paradise - Brandy feat. Ray J.

If you could go back in time, what would you change?
My Boo - Usher and Alicia Keys

What hurts right now?
Talk - Coldplay

What will you post this as?
Don't Worry, Be Happy - Kenyo

Currently listening: guess what?
Currently reading: Philip Pullman - The Golden Compass

Dec. 15th, 2008

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what i want for christmas

1. Books! The Golden Mean by Nick Bantock, or The Gryphon or Alexandria. =DD or any book, why not. =P
2. Mp3 player
3. Digital camera
4. A virus-free computer
5. A working printer
6. The Killers' new album
7. New episode of House MD

and

8. Freedom! Freedom!

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Called in sick today. I was on my way to the office, but I was feeling really bad...so I turned around and went home. Unfortunately, that's another sick leave. When can I use my vacation leaves? hay.

Nov. 29th, 2008

All will be forgiven

i love my house

I love my house. I say this without sarcasm. I love it. I have everything--well, almost everything--that I need. I can be alone, and do anything I want. It's the reason why I didn't pursue looking for a dorm or condo when I was in college, despite the difficulties of commuting. I love my house.

I'm so glad I'm home! Wah. I slept in the office for five days, working to finish our books for submission to the DepEd. Now we're done, and home. =)

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Speaking of houses, I was able to watch the latest episode of House, "Last Resort." It's a different kind of episode, basically because the circumstances were different. More suspense and action than the usual drama. I love the last scene, where Thirteen pleads for her life. There is something very genuine about the way she said it.

I love House! I can't wait for next week. =D



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Last night was fun, mainly because of the long conversation I had with two of my officemates, Lei and John. We ate at Chowking and had a long debate on writing, craft and even Palanca. Not only was I happy that I met people who are actually interested in literature, but also because our conversation was not boring. Though we didn't agree on how one should write, and the standards of what is good literature or not, these different points of view were refreshing and interesting.

Another surprise was the fact that Lei actually knew Malate. When she asked me, "Nagsulat ka ba sa Malate?" I was so surprised I wasn't able to say anything for 10 seconds. Apparently, she knew PB because they were together in the school paper of UST High School. Small world! She knows Angelo Suarez, too. Haha. =P

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Spring Awakening is coming to Manila! Whee! Atlantis Productions will be producing a local version of this musical. I'm so excited! I saw the news through Kakki, who will be auditioning. I hope she gets a part! =D

Here's the call for auditions (via Atlantis Productions):



Whoohoo! It's the bitch of living! =P

Nov. 2nd, 2008

house

death cab

I'm loving Death Cab for Cutie's album Narrow Stairs.

And this song is one of my favorites. I love the long instrumental in the beginning. =D

I Will Possess Your Heart
Death Cab for Cutie

How I wish you could see the potential
The potential of you and me
It's like a book elegantly bound
But in a language you can't read just yet

You got to spend some time, love
You got to spend some time with me
And I know that you'll find love
I will possess your heart

You got to spend some time, love
You got to spend some time with me
And I know that you'll find love
I will possess your heart

There are days when outside your window
I see my reflection as I slowly pass
And I long for this mirrored perspective
When we'll be lovers, lovers at last

You got to spend some time, love
You got to spend some time with me
And I know that you'll find love
I will possess your heart

You got to spend some time, love
You got to spend some time with me
And I know that you'll find love
I will possess your heart

I will possess your heart
I will possess your heart

You reject my advances and desperate pleas
I won't let you let me down so easily
So easily

You got to spend some time, love
You got to spend some time with me
And I know that you'll find love
I will possess your heart

You got to spend some time, love
You got to spend some time with me
And I know that you'll find love
I will possess your heart

You got to spend some time, love
You got to spend some time with me
And I know that you'll find love
I will possess your heart

I will possess your heart
I will possess your heart

Sep. 16th, 2008

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ABBA nostalgia

Let me start with a shameless plug. Everyone seems to be selling something these days. Unfortunately, I'm not selling art, and it's not even mine to begin with. ahaha.

My officemate is selling an original Versace Blue Jeans perfume for men for 1000 php. I don't know anything about perfumes, but it smells good, so if you're interested, text me or comment here so I can tell you the details. =D

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The book fair ends today, and I was able to go to MOA last Saturday, after getting lost in Baclaran. A slight misunderstanding in directions. I thought the line of jeeps going to MOA is in the last station of the LRT, which is Baclaran station. Turns out the last station is in the MRT, which is Taft Avenue. When I got to Baclaran, I got confused because all the jeeps there were either going to Sucat, Zapote or Imus. Good Lord. I had to go back and try again.

Anyway, the adventure was worth it. I bought a lot of books! wahaha. Though I was kind of disappointed because I didn't see as much books as I did last year in UP Press. But at least I have (at last!) a copy of Utos ng Hari at Iba Pang Kwento by Jun Cruz Reyes. I also bought Sir Sarge's collection of short stories (White Elephants) and Sir Baytan's The Queen Sings the Blues (it's the least I can do because I didn't even know he had book launch--or a book--in the first place. tears.)

I was about to go to the line of jeeps going to MRT when I passed by Fully Booked and couldn't resist the temptation. Especially when it had a huge sign that says Sale. haha. I didn't regret it! I found Saramago's Blindness! whee! And a nice copy of The Hound of Baskervilles (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle) and Wicked by Gregory Maguire, which is I'm reading right now. =D

I may be broke, but I'm happy! It's my reward, after the long, long days of straight overtime. whoohoo. =D

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I went to the book fair alone, but just as I expected, I saw Malate people! =D I saw Pao, Neobie, Stan and Zar. I joined Pao and Zar and we ate at Tapa King. Had conversations of the cruelty of the "real world." Pao asked a question that kind of struck me: Sulit ba ang inaral mo sa La Salle?

Now that I thought about it, of course, sulit siya. Not because it has to be, because of the money my parents spent for my education. Or even the sweat/blood/tears of Commarts. It was worth because I learned a lot. I read books in a library that had good books. I met people, artists, friends. I never really believed that the school determines the kind of education you would get. It would still depend on you. Was it Mark Twain who said something like 'I don't want my schooling interfere with my education'? Ultimately, the best educator is still yourself.

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I currently have ABBA nostalgia. I just downloaded a 2-Disc collection of one of their greatest hits album and my childhood immediately came back at me. ABBA! When we were little, my sister and I would play their cassette tapes and dance to them. That and Micheal Jackson's Thriller album. hay hay, childhood. =D

Take a chance...take a chance...take a chance....!

Currently listening: ABBA - Ring Ring
Currently reading: Gregory Maguire - Wicked

Aug. 24th, 2008

house

blood

First things first: This has been going around for some time. I actually learned about this incident in a yahoogroup (you know those random emails you get from yahoogroups) and then eventually learned that I have a couple of friends who knew her. But even if you have no idea who she is, I think you will agree that this incident must not happen to anybody again.


Justice for Tara Santelices: Better Crime Prevention

Read and sign the petition. =)


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August is a sucky month. Really. Despite the 8-8-08 thing. Having a public textbook deadline, doing overtime, persistent allergies, and incredibly painful shitty menstruation. I really hate it. I want this month to end, and at the same time, I don't want to. Because September means our deadline. ugh.

And I have an article due on Tuesday, and I haven't started on it.

Last night, I almost had a fit. My God, my mother turned our bookshelf into a...a....bag-shelf! I couldn't believe it. Unfortunately, my mother was already asleep by the time I saw the tradegy. I had to haul all the bags that were there and retrieved the books---MY books---and replaced it the shelves. Why do my parents always displace my books?! Last year my father did the same thing, turned our bookshelf into a figurine stand. All my books were dumped in a study room/bodega. A disaster. Now my mother suddenly thought of spring cleaning and attacked my books again. I hate it! It may not look like it, but those books have an arrangement: Philippine literature, Classic literature, contemporary literature and children's literature. Those four shelves are filled with books that I looked for, bought, plastic-wrapped, read and re-read again. Some of them are signed. Some of them are dog-eared. Some of them are rare. They are precious. They are mine! They are my books! Can't you people understand that?!

Mess with everything but not my books. I mean it.

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Anyway, speaking of books: In one of those days in the long weekend, I went to National Bookstore in Cubao. I was just passing time, waiting for Gateway to open. I was poring over the bookshelves, as usual, when I saw

Luna Sicat-Cleto's Makinilyang Altar

Oh joy! I'm so happy. =DD Utos ng Hari na lang kulang, and I am good! Buti na lang malapit na book fair. Can't wait! =DD

Currently listening: Hotdog - Manila
Currently reading: Neil Gaiman - American Gods

Aug. 7th, 2008

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pop-tastic

A few days ago, I was able to download 5 albums from different artists. I hit the jackpot when I found a site that has OPM albums, which is rare to find. I was able to download Kenyo's Radiosurfing, the new band of three ex-Orange-and-Lemons members, including their frontman. It sounds good. 11 out of 12 tracks are covers, though they still sound good because they had a new take in it. I am missing Track 1, though. =(

Another is Pedicab's Shinji Ilabas Mo Ang Helicopter. Cool album. I love the first track, FX. Somehow I can relate. haha. Also found KC Concepcion's a.k.a. Cassandra, which is surpisingly, not bad at all. I was very curious of how the album will sound, considering that two members from Pinikpikan are playing for her. There are songs that have an ethnic feel into it, so the album is worth playing more than once. But I still don't like Imposible.

I'm not a Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus fan, partly because I didn't know the show exists (hey, we don't have cable). Anyway, while I tease AG of being a Hannah Montana fan, I was able to hear the band of Miley Cyrus' older brother, Metro Station. A far cry from the teeny-bopper sister. I like their album! Especially the track Disco. They kind of remind me of the Killers. =P I wouldn't really download their album if I haven't heard it through streaming. Go listen here.

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I am progressing on my backlog--yehey! Finished The Handmaid's Tale (Margaret Atwood) and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Lewis Caroll). Now I'm reading A Million Little Pieces by James Frey. Going halfway on the book makes me want to stop reading. Most of it are complaints of how he is "fucked up." Ok. Let's see if I finish it.


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And I wrote a post here because I am trying to make a tradition: do all the things you want to do before The Sleepless Nights begins. It means overtime, work, dealing with stubborn authors, and moody artists. It means stress! aaah. Ok. Yeah. One month.

Jul. 29th, 2008

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Writer's Block: Feeling Better

What makes you feel better when you're mad?

Submitted By [info]kimmayeisblack


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Deep breathing, chocolate and more recently, Rodrigo y Gabriela music. There is something very soothing about acoustic guitar music that only this duo can produce. =D

Jul. 26th, 2008

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Writer's Block: Awesome Openers

What are some gripping opening lines from films or books, and why do you think they work so well?


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Orhan Pamuk's My Name is Red still tops my list. Opening a book with a chapter entitled 'I Am a Corpse' would really catch your attention. ;)

Jul. 25th, 2008

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New favorite toy

It took me 3 days of obsessive turning and twisting before solving the puzzle. Whew. =D
The rubik's cube that I have is a cheap 50 peso buy. It's hard to turn, with occasional threats to being broken apart. 0__O
So I shall buy a new, better one. Now that I can solve it. yeaaah. =D

Currently listening: Rivermaya - Kung Ayaw Mo Wag Mo

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