...until I stop being 25.
Wala lang. :)
This year I'm planning to buy myself either a Lenovo IdeaPad S10 or an MSI Wind. I've passed on numerous EeePCs and other netbooks in the past, but now with a decent 10" screen and comparable specs to base config laptops, I really can't resisit for much longer. I also checked the EeePC, HP Mini Note, Acer Aspire One and have narrowed the choices down to the S10 and the Wind. And what better excuse do I need to splurge other than celebrating my birthday?
Yeah... my birthday's just an excuse, I just really want a netbook. :) But I don't know... maybe I can manage with my iPAQ for a few more months... we'll see. =P
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Friday, September 26, 2008
Bitter Loss
Should I even bother?
I waited until the next day to write my post because I was so down yesterday I would have probably written something I would regret.
But after reading newspaper articles and user comments about the game last night, I'm more incensed than I was before.
Yes, WE LOST, and yes WE DON'T THINK THE CALLS WERE FAIR...calling us sore losers for the remarks Franz made, Rico's reaction and by the Archers not wanting to come out of the dugout only adds insult to injury.
Yes, I'm insulted. Do you honestly expect us to react any other way?
Ateneo played with a lot of heart, congratulations to them. This really isn't a post to question the championship, I just want to say what I feel.
I'm bitter about the loss...it was not a fair fight, at least I didn't think so.
And for all those who just can't understand why we're so emotional about our players, about the game...then just keep your comments to yourself okay?
I better shut up now, there's really no point anyway.
I bleed green.
Animo La Salle!
I waited until the next day to write my post because I was so down yesterday I would have probably written something I would regret.
But after reading newspaper articles and user comments about the game last night, I'm more incensed than I was before.
Yes, WE LOST, and yes WE DON'T THINK THE CALLS WERE FAIR...calling us sore losers for the remarks Franz made, Rico's reaction and by the Archers not wanting to come out of the dugout only adds insult to injury.
Yes, I'm insulted. Do you honestly expect us to react any other way?
Ateneo played with a lot of heart, congratulations to them. This really isn't a post to question the championship, I just want to say what I feel.
I'm bitter about the loss...it was not a fair fight, at least I didn't think so.
And for all those who just can't understand why we're so emotional about our players, about the game...then just keep your comments to yourself okay?
I better shut up now, there's really no point anyway.
I bleed green.
Animo La Salle!
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Go for Game 3!
Whatever happens today... I still remain, forever green =D Animo La Salle!
Let's go Archers! Let's Go!
Monday, September 15, 2008
Tickets please!
It's going to be La Salle vs. Ateneo in the finals!
Both teams won their respective final four matches yesterday, La Salle beating FEU by a mere five points, the victory made possible by James Mangahas, who shot a career high 20 points with half of it scored in the last quarter, including a crucial 3 point play in the dying seconds of the game. Ateneo, on the other hand, completely dominated UE with a whopping 20 point lead.
Which brings us back to the dream UAAP finals which I am now desperately seeking tickets for.
Can we win back to back championships? I sure hope so.
Keep the faith everyone. Animo La Salle! :)
Both teams won their respective final four matches yesterday, La Salle beating FEU by a mere five points, the victory made possible by James Mangahas, who shot a career high 20 points with half of it scored in the last quarter, including a crucial 3 point play in the dying seconds of the game. Ateneo, on the other hand, completely dominated UE with a whopping 20 point lead.
Which brings us back to the dream UAAP finals which I am now desperately seeking tickets for.
Can we win back to back championships? I sure hope so.
Keep the faith everyone. Animo La Salle! :)
Wednesday, September 03, 2008
Gorgeous sunsets...beautiful beaches...clear waters of Boracay
Back from my vacation! Would have posted an entry sooner if I hadn't been so addicted to Facebook :P
Oh well... 3 days/2 nights is definitely too short a time to really experience Boracay. I've been here 4 times, but still, there's so much to do! Louie and I didn't feel the need to pursue any other activities except for swimming, walking along the beach, food tripping, shopping, sleeping, drinking(?) and getting daily massages. Hahaha, yep, if only life could be so relaxing all the time. :)
We stayed at Boracay Beach Club in Station 1 (near Cocomangas and across Club Paraw). It's not a beach front resort, but the short walk across the street shouldn't be a deterrent. It's a cozy, classy hotel that offered great service. If I'm going back to Boracay, I'll definitely consider staying here again.
So on our first day, we headed out for lunch and it was scorching hot! We ate lunch at Gasthof (ribs, yum!) and decided to go back to the hotel because it was too damn hot... hehe, got a migraine because of it. So we decided to come back out once the sun was out. But first, a preview of the beach :P
Oh well... 3 days/2 nights is definitely too short a time to really experience Boracay. I've been here 4 times, but still, there's so much to do! Louie and I didn't feel the need to pursue any other activities except for swimming, walking along the beach, food tripping, shopping, sleeping, drinking(?) and getting daily massages. Hahaha, yep, if only life could be so relaxing all the time. :)
We stayed at Boracay Beach Club in Station 1 (near Cocomangas and across Club Paraw). It's not a beach front resort, but the short walk across the street shouldn't be a deterrent. It's a cozy, classy hotel that offered great service. If I'm going back to Boracay, I'll definitely consider staying here again.
So on our first day, we headed out for lunch and it was scorching hot! We ate lunch at Gasthof (ribs, yum!) and decided to go back to the hotel because it was too damn hot... hehe, got a migraine because of it. So we decided to come back out once the sun was out. But first, a preview of the beach :P
After a short siesta, we went out again and enjoyed the cool waters of Boracay. No pics, coz none of us have waterproof cameras...yet, hehehe. Anyway, after freshening up, we took a walk along the beach again, and photographed the sunset... well, we didn't really stay until the sun actually set, but, I still think it's a nice pic.
And I couldn't resist putting this pic here... coz I just think it's cool. :) Louie's the one with the peace sign.
And of course... while in Bora, why not don some henna tattoos or funky braids? Although in my experience...braids are really just for practical reasons (so that my hair won't fall all over my face), and only to be worn for a short period of time. Be careful with braids though... last time I had them, I sunburned my scalp! Honest! So this time, I stayed away from the sun and removed the braids before I went to bed (no matter how dizzy I was, but that's another story). The braids pic was taken at Aria. Just had to mention this resto if you're looking for really good Italian cuisine by the beach, located at D'Mall, station 2.
Lastly...Louie's favorite? Hahaha... cocktail time! On the first night, we had cocktails at Club Paraw, enjoying the sounds of the acoustic singer. We were the only people in the bar, hahaha! I guess that's why it's called an off-peak season. I had the grasshopper (wanted to see the grasshopper effect). It was a very creamy, minty drink, like liquid mentos. Refreshing even. :P
Next day, we decided to chill at Ariel's House after our massage. And the bartender suggested I try this Illusion cocktail. Fine, I didn't really have any drink in mind. So I tried it. And it was STRONG. I mean, really... the blur in the picture below would probably be a good indication of what I was feeling after (barely finishing) this drink. And the bartender even added some more juice to it because he admitted it was pretty strong (when I obviously couldn't order any other cocktail aside from this one.)
And look how happy we were before the drinks came =)). But it was still a fun (but short) night. Louie finished this great looking shooter called the Lamborghini., as well as a Harry Wallbanger (parang juice lang) and this other cocktail I was too dazed to remember. I will definitely try the Lamborghini next time. No more Illusion for me, that's for sure!
On our last day, we woke up at 6 to have breakfast at Jonas' fruitshakes (open 24 hours!). I recommended the place to Louie and she loved the Mango Lemon. Me, I usually go for the Banana Choco Peanut. This pic was taken at around 730am, notice the water slowly rising up. It gets up to the very edge of the establishment by 10am, and starts to subside by noon. So, there really isn't much shore around by that time, at least near Station 1.
After breakfast, we heard the 8am mass. It's funny, whenever we asked the locals
what language the mass would be in, they couldn't really answer. And when we attended the mass, we understood what it meant when they said 'Kasi ho, mixed siya e...' Hahaha! The mass was a mix of Bisaya, English and Tagalog. I think it started out in Tagalog, then Papuri sa Diyos was sung in Bisaya, then the readings and the Gospel were (if I remember correctly) in Bisaya. The Homily was in Taglish...you get the idea. But the priest, was really really good, and was able to convey his message even with the plethora of languages and dialects being spoken during the Mass.
And then we headed back to our hotel for a final massage (yup, 3 days, 3 massages... what more could I ask for?) Then, had room service for lunch, and all too soon, we were homeward bound *sigh*. It was a very relaxing vacation... I wish it was much longer though. Took these final two pics while on the Fastcraft on the way to Caticlan.
But wait! There's more! Our relaxing, stress-relieving vacation took a stressful and downright terrifying turn on the way back to Manila. It was only just a 50 minute plane ride, but the last 15 minutes were rocked by strong turbulence, strong rains, strong winds and lightning flashes. That's right, it was raining HARD in Manila. And it was sooo dark! It was only about 6PM, but it looked like it was 8. It was the first time I ever really entertained the possibility of a plane crash (yes it was that harrowing for me). And when we finally landed 15 minutes later at NAIA, the applause for the pilot was the most meaningful I've ever given in my life. You can't imagine how thankful I was we took the bigger planes from Kalibo, and how thankful I was that we flew PAL (known for their smooth landings).
But Louie and I made it back in one piece...still wish we spent a longer time, next time. Right now, I can't wait for my next travel...Palawan in December with Maitz and my aunts! :)
Next day, we decided to chill at Ariel's House after our massage. And the bartender suggested I try this Illusion cocktail. Fine, I didn't really have any drink in mind. So I tried it. And it was STRONG. I mean, really... the blur in the picture below would probably be a good indication of what I was feeling after (barely finishing) this drink. And the bartender even added some more juice to it because he admitted it was pretty strong (when I obviously couldn't order any other cocktail aside from this one.)
And look how happy we were before the drinks came =)). But it was still a fun (but short) night. Louie finished this great looking shooter called the Lamborghini., as well as a Harry Wallbanger (parang juice lang) and this other cocktail I was too dazed to remember. I will definitely try the Lamborghini next time. No more Illusion for me, that's for sure!
On our last day, we woke up at 6 to have breakfast at Jonas' fruitshakes (open 24 hours!). I recommended the place to Louie and she loved the Mango Lemon. Me, I usually go for the Banana Choco Peanut. This pic was taken at around 730am, notice the water slowly rising up. It gets up to the very edge of the establishment by 10am, and starts to subside by noon. So, there really isn't much shore around by that time, at least near Station 1.
After breakfast, we heard the 8am mass. It's funny, whenever we asked the locals
what language the mass would be in, they couldn't really answer. And when we attended the mass, we understood what it meant when they said 'Kasi ho, mixed siya e...' Hahaha! The mass was a mix of Bisaya, English and Tagalog. I think it started out in Tagalog, then Papuri sa Diyos was sung in Bisaya, then the readings and the Gospel were (if I remember correctly) in Bisaya. The Homily was in Taglish...you get the idea. But the priest, was really really good, and was able to convey his message even with the plethora of languages and dialects being spoken during the Mass.
But wait! There's more! Our relaxing, stress-relieving vacation took a stressful and downright terrifying turn on the way back to Manila. It was only just a 50 minute plane ride, but the last 15 minutes were rocked by strong turbulence, strong rains, strong winds and lightning flashes. That's right, it was raining HARD in Manila. And it was sooo dark! It was only about 6PM, but it looked like it was 8. It was the first time I ever really entertained the possibility of a plane crash (yes it was that harrowing for me). And when we finally landed 15 minutes later at NAIA, the applause for the pilot was the most meaningful I've ever given in my life. You can't imagine how thankful I was we took the bigger planes from Kalibo, and how thankful I was that we flew PAL (known for their smooth landings).
But Louie and I made it back in one piece...still wish we spent a longer time, next time. Right now, I can't wait for my next travel...Palawan in December with Maitz and my aunts! :)
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Going Back to Bora!!!
As I've mentioned and griped to friends and relatives... I haven't stepped foot on a beach this year. So when Louie sent me that email to ask if I wanted to go to Boracay (with very reasonably priced accommodations available) I could hardly contain my excitement and could barely type in YES to my email.
And now, with only 2 days to prepare, it's all set! And I can't wait... it's been a year and 6 months since I was last in Bora. And it's my first time to travel with Louie! So kahit dalawa lang kami, go pa rin! Hahahaha!
I only hope we don't get hit by a storm... I can still remember the last time I was in Boracay and a storm hit (December 2006). The entire island had no power, trees were uprooted, boats upturned, signages destroyed...and we even had to go to Iloilo to catch a flight back home! Now that's an adventure I hope I wouldn't have to go through this time around.
And now, with only 2 days to prepare, it's all set! And I can't wait... it's been a year and 6 months since I was last in Bora. And it's my first time to travel with Louie! So kahit dalawa lang kami, go pa rin! Hahahaha!
I only hope we don't get hit by a storm... I can still remember the last time I was in Boracay and a storm hit (December 2006). The entire island had no power, trees were uprooted, boats upturned, signages destroyed...and we even had to go to Iloilo to catch a flight back home! Now that's an adventure I hope I wouldn't have to go through this time around.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Breaking Dawn...at last :)
It's 2AM, and I finally finished the last book of the Twilight Saga, Breaking Dawn. Sure, there's still a possibility of continuing the story, but practically every conflict was resolved in the last installment of the series.
I'm not promising there won't be spoilers in this post, so if you don't want to know, you know what to do. Anyway, I enjoyed the book, it was definitely better than the last two were. And finally, Bella finally had some redeeming qualities. There were twists that would catch some readers by surprise, and I'm sure a lot would be immersed in the 'world' that Stephanie Meyer has painted...Not me though, I've been reading vampire novels and other books of the sort since I was 12 (that's more than a decade ago), so just the slightest hint would already have me guessing what would happen. But still, I really enjoyed this book, and I can't help but wish that the story can continue, and the adventures of the Cullens will go on.
But I do have one gripe... I was all set for an epic battle, clearly a sense of bloodlust was also in me while I read through the pages, but then things had to get all peaceful just like that *rolls eyes*. It's annoying how Stephanie Meyer would build up to such a climax and have it fizzle out in the end...so very anti-climactic.
As can be expected, the story ends happily...which truly proves this is a 'young adult' book... I can almost say children's book...since Harry Potter (any one of the books from 5-7) was at least ten times more intense than the entire series combined. Like I said, the last two books were rather weak, and I think as an actual 'saga', the 2nd and 3rd books could have been combined into something that skipped over some of the boring (and sometimes downright annoying) parts.
Now all that's left is to wait for the movie coming up in December, I added links to some trailers below. Oh and Stephanie Meyer is currently working on 'Midnight Sun', this time it's Edward's turn to tell the tale. No publication date yet, but I guess that's also something to look forward to.
I'm not promising there won't be spoilers in this post, so if you don't want to know, you know what to do. Anyway, I enjoyed the book, it was definitely better than the last two were. And finally, Bella finally had some redeeming qualities. There were twists that would catch some readers by surprise, and I'm sure a lot would be immersed in the 'world' that Stephanie Meyer has painted...Not me though, I've been reading vampire novels and other books of the sort since I was 12 (that's more than a decade ago), so just the slightest hint would already have me guessing what would happen. But still, I really enjoyed this book, and I can't help but wish that the story can continue, and the adventures of the Cullens will go on.
But I do have one gripe... I was all set for an epic battle, clearly a sense of bloodlust was also in me while I read through the pages, but then things had to get all peaceful just like that *rolls eyes*. It's annoying how Stephanie Meyer would build up to such a climax and have it fizzle out in the end...so very anti-climactic.
As can be expected, the story ends happily...which truly proves this is a 'young adult' book... I can almost say children's book...since Harry Potter (any one of the books from 5-7) was at least ten times more intense than the entire series combined. Like I said, the last two books were rather weak, and I think as an actual 'saga', the 2nd and 3rd books could have been combined into something that skipped over some of the boring (and sometimes downright annoying) parts.
Now all that's left is to wait for the movie coming up in December, I added links to some trailers below. Oh and Stephanie Meyer is currently working on 'Midnight Sun', this time it's Edward's turn to tell the tale. No publication date yet, but I guess that's also something to look forward to.
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