Discovered this through Pia's blog.
Monday Madness!
1. What was the name of the last movie you watched (dvd, vhs, theatre, or tv)?
The Day After Tomorrow
2. What were you doing on the internet before coming here?
Checking and replying to emails.
3. What color of pen do you usually write with?
Black
4. Who was the last person you talked to on the phone?
Jovan
5. When is your birthday? (month and day)
June 11
6. How organized is your computer desk?
On a scale of 1 to 10, it's an 8.5.
7. How many calendars do you have in your house?
Oh shucks, I dunno. 3? In my room I have 1.
8. Do you clip coupons and use them when doing your grocery shopping?
Not applicable... :)
9. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
NIGHT OWL!!! AS IN!!!
10. Did you enjoy your weekend?
Very much!
Monday, May 31, 2004
The environment... The Day After Tomorrow.
I don't think The Day After Tomorrow is a great movie but it's a very important movie nonetheless. It warns and reminds us that the things we're doing now have consequences, whether in the near or distant future. I posted about the cutting of trees along Katipunan once, and someone told me 'what's the difference, it's just a few trees'. Well, just add up all the "few trees" that have been cut in the whole country, and the world, and I am SO SURE that we'll be amazed at the numbers.
But in fairness, it's really hard to be continuously aware of the long term effects of our actions. During a discussion with our boss' wife, who used to work for an environmental NGO, it was brought up that in general, it's hard to get support for environmental projects. The main reason is that first, it requires a lifestyle change, and second, the effects are not seen right away. It's so much easier to donate to an orphanage 'cause you'll see your money go into clothes and food. Somehow, there's instant gratification. As opposed to going through a lifestyle change (the way we travel, the way we store things, handling of garbage, etc.), where the effects will only be seen decades, centuries from now.
I don't think The Day After Tomorrow is a great movie but it's a very important movie nonetheless. It warns and reminds us that the things we're doing now have consequences, whether in the near or distant future. I posted about the cutting of trees along Katipunan once, and someone told me 'what's the difference, it's just a few trees'. Well, just add up all the "few trees" that have been cut in the whole country, and the world, and I am SO SURE that we'll be amazed at the numbers.
But in fairness, it's really hard to be continuously aware of the long term effects of our actions. During a discussion with our boss' wife, who used to work for an environmental NGO, it was brought up that in general, it's hard to get support for environmental projects. The main reason is that first, it requires a lifestyle change, and second, the effects are not seen right away. It's so much easier to donate to an orphanage 'cause you'll see your money go into clothes and food. Somehow, there's instant gratification. As opposed to going through a lifestyle change (the way we travel, the way we store things, handling of garbage, etc.), where the effects will only be seen decades, centuries from now.
Saturday, May 29, 2004
Watching these senators and congressmen debate over the silliest things just makes me so ashamed and pissed off. The past few days truly reflect sorry state of politics in this country. Can you blame people if they're losing hope? We have to wait for another 6 years for another chance. Maybe even more than 6 years! Now that's a loooooooooong time.
One of my friends said that this is what the Filipinos wanted, and this is what we got. He even said if they want FPJ, then give them FPJ. I think it's so unfair to just say that because I DO NOT WANT THIS!!! Don't you tell me that I deserve this because I don't.
Honestly, as good as democracy is, I believe that it's not always what a country needs. Do you honestly think that democracy is working for the Philippines now? Or for the past two decades? The majority isn't always right - but how do we go around that? Another people power? It's so tiring already.
The one thing I could have done - that is, vote for the people I believe in - I wasn't able to do. Yes, I'm a statistic. I called up the TV stations to report it, because realistically that's the only thing I can do. But of course nothing happened.
Honestly, after the comedy and horror of May 11, do you still believe in this process of ours? With all of Comelec's stupidity? With all the cheating? Sometimes your vote won't even count because of dagdag-bawas, because of cheating. It seems that it's useless to go through this whole election process!
And don't you tell me to stop whining and do something about it. I work, I pay taxes, and in my own little way I do things that I feel can help society in general.
Damn I'm just so mad. Our country is in a sad, sad state. And what's worse, it's gonna be like this for the next N years! Excuse me for this, but... FUCK!!!
One of my friends said that this is what the Filipinos wanted, and this is what we got. He even said if they want FPJ, then give them FPJ. I think it's so unfair to just say that because I DO NOT WANT THIS!!! Don't you tell me that I deserve this because I don't.
Honestly, as good as democracy is, I believe that it's not always what a country needs. Do you honestly think that democracy is working for the Philippines now? Or for the past two decades? The majority isn't always right - but how do we go around that? Another people power? It's so tiring already.
The one thing I could have done - that is, vote for the people I believe in - I wasn't able to do. Yes, I'm a statistic. I called up the TV stations to report it, because realistically that's the only thing I can do. But of course nothing happened.
Honestly, after the comedy and horror of May 11, do you still believe in this process of ours? With all of Comelec's stupidity? With all the cheating? Sometimes your vote won't even count because of dagdag-bawas, because of cheating. It seems that it's useless to go through this whole election process!
And don't you tell me to stop whining and do something about it. I work, I pay taxes, and in my own little way I do things that I feel can help society in general.
Damn I'm just so mad. Our country is in a sad, sad state. And what's worse, it's gonna be like this for the next N years! Excuse me for this, but... FUCK!!!
Friday, May 28, 2004
Raving...
Really happy that we're moving on with the preps, little by little. :)
And I am SO happy that Fantasia Barrino is the new Amercial Idol because she is really more deserving than Diana. I've always thought that she just has a high voice, and that's it. For me, having a high voice doesn't necessarily mean you're a great singer. If Diana doesn't sing songs with high notes, she comes across just as a regular singer.
...and ranting!
I've been watching Starting Over on Entertainment Central (ETC) and I am really beginning to hate Nainza (or whatever the spelling is). I can't believe how Christine can be part of Naianza's group 'cause she's really nice.
And, I'm getting sick of the Shrek trailers 'cause they show it in 90% of the 'commercial breaks' of ETC.
Really happy that we're moving on with the preps, little by little. :)
And I am SO happy that Fantasia Barrino is the new Amercial Idol because she is really more deserving than Diana. I've always thought that she just has a high voice, and that's it. For me, having a high voice doesn't necessarily mean you're a great singer. If Diana doesn't sing songs with high notes, she comes across just as a regular singer.
...and ranting!
I've been watching Starting Over on Entertainment Central (ETC) and I am really beginning to hate Nainza (or whatever the spelling is). I can't believe how Christine can be part of Naianza's group 'cause she's really nice.
And, I'm getting sick of the Shrek trailers 'cause they show it in 90% of the 'commercial breaks' of ETC.
Was FINALLY able to change the look and colors of my blog, thanks to the new templates of Blogger! I tweaked some stuff to accomodate the old content and to make my blog look a bit different from the others.
I will definitely try to change the colors to blue some other time. :)
I will definitely try to change the colors to blue some other time. :)
Wednesday, May 26, 2004
Tuesday, May 25, 2004
Shrek 2
Shrek 2 is really funny! I had a blast watching it with Jovan and Carlo (his brother). The characters, especially Puss in Boots, are so lovable! Lots of spoofs too, some which I didn't recognize until Jovan pointed them out. Alien? Spiderman? Yep! Imagine that. Spoofs, I think, are generally funny (remember Scary Movie?). But spoofs that are executed well are in a league of their own.
I really hope that there will be a Shrek 3.
Lesson learned though: never, ever, watch an animated movie during the first weekend. There are just too many, noisy kids! It was a bit distracting at times.
Shrek 2 is really funny! I had a blast watching it with Jovan and Carlo (his brother). The characters, especially Puss in Boots, are so lovable! Lots of spoofs too, some which I didn't recognize until Jovan pointed them out. Alien? Spiderman? Yep! Imagine that. Spoofs, I think, are generally funny (remember Scary Movie?). But spoofs that are executed well are in a league of their own.
I really hope that there will be a Shrek 3.
Lesson learned though: never, ever, watch an animated movie during the first weekend. There are just too many, noisy kids! It was a bit distracting at times.
Friday, May 21, 2004
I am so totally loving Entertainment Central (ETC) on channel 20. SkyCable users, do check it out! Their shows are so interesting! It's a combination of the Lifestyle Channel (but up-to-date) and E! My favorite show is Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, which features the Fab 5. The Fab 5 is a group of 5 gay guys, each with his own specialty. Then they do a make-over for a straight guy, for different reasons. The guys are funny! Other interesting shows are Blind Date, The 5th Wheel, Starting Over, Meet My Folks, and Nip/Tuck.
Thursday, May 20, 2004
The past few days have been bad, starting with the death of Jovan's grandmother. It doesn't help that it has been raining hard, I guess rain just really dampens the mood. And because of the rain yesterday, I'm not feeling well right now. Talk about the pits.
I attended the funeral of Jovan's grandmother yesterday, together with my mom and dad. I was happy that they joined me, without me telling them to. During the funeral, there was no drama, mainly because everyone was ready, for several years. Jovan would always say "anytime soon", and I think he has been saying this for the past 3 or 4 years.
See, I was supposed to write a long entry, but I don't have the energy to. Bummer.
I attended the funeral of Jovan's grandmother yesterday, together with my mom and dad. I was happy that they joined me, without me telling them to. During the funeral, there was no drama, mainly because everyone was ready, for several years. Jovan would always say "anytime soon", and I think he has been saying this for the past 3 or 4 years.
See, I was supposed to write a long entry, but I don't have the energy to. Bummer.
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