Sunday Scribbles: Cellphones

What models of cellphones had you had and what led you in purchasing the next one?

June 22, 2008

Nokia 909

Back in 1998, when cellphones are but a luxury, Mum gave me this one as means of communication. Her only kid in high school, cellphones are the most convenient way for her to track my location or contact whenever I’m MIA. I so loved this phone. I mean, sure it doesn’t offer SMS service (analog) but one peso per one minute of call. So cool. Even if it was called by people back then as a “fax machine” because of its size and style, to date, it is still one of my all-time favorite cellphones ever.

Nokia 3210

I don’t think I know anyone who didn’t own one of this model. Nokia 3210 was seriously selling like hotcakes back in ‘99. It was the “in” phone and it’s on everyone’s “must-have” list. It wasn’t the first phone that came out without the antenna but its sleek design and better features from its predecessors made it a hit for the Gen-X people in the turn of the century.

Nokia 6210 Silver Edition

I can’t remember the reason why I bought this one, probably because I loved its look and its font sizes are huge that they’re really user-friendly. I never did had this phone that long as Mum decided that she wants it so it’s hers. Harhar.

Nokia 6510

Ah, my smallest cellphone unit. This one I got for its radio. I still use this on occasions and this little guy gave me lots of memories. Hehehe. I fell in love with its compact feature and blue backlight and of course, its radio capabilities. Ironic thing is, after buying this unit, a month after, colored cellphone units and camphones were introduced in the market.

Nokia 6230

My favorite. Nothing shall ever replace this 6230 unit in my heart. I love it. It was given to me by my Lola Tits before she passed away along with Charley that’s why it’s that important to me. Aside from its sentimental value, methinks it’s the one Nokia unit that has the most complete features ever: radio, mp3, video, camera, Bluetooth, infrared…and so on. And how I love using this when sending SMS because I am so used with its keypads. Its like a part of me actually. One thing’s for sure, I ain’t letting go of this one.

Motorola RAZR V3X

Got this last year and I’m kinda still contemplating if it was the right purchase. See, I ain’t the techie guy, as long as I have a phone that works fine, has a music feature, and a good camera, then it’s all gravy to me. But I’ve always liked flip phones because they look oh-so-stylish, so I opted to get a Moto. Last year was Moto year in the Philippines, so the hype for their phones was that apparent. Sure, it has great features, good camera, and an awesome storage space, but Motos are known for being user-unfriendly. Try texting in Moto phones. Tsk tsk.

Like I said, I’m not a techie guy. I even have trouble remembering my phone model numbers. If it works, then there’s no reason to replace it. Sure, there are moments where I find myself admiring the latest models and occasionally wanting to upgrade to those high-end series, but then again, why bother? I’ll just invest those thousands of pesos to clothes, food, and travel. And I’m not really the “phone” guy. Try texting me and you’ll know what I mean. I’d rather speak to you in person or through voice calls. What I do like though, is an iTouch or iPhone. Sponsors, anyone?

Dream phone: Nokia 8110 (Matrix phone) and I’m currently planning to score a Nokia 2650 just because I love how it looks.

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Sunday Scribbles XVIII

TV: Boob tube crushes
May 11, 2008

Brooke Penelope Davis

One Tree Hill

Sophia Bush plays the popular, rich, promiscuous head cheerleader in the TV drama One Tree Hill. I love Brooke for obvious reasons. She, I think, is the hottest among my picks and her character and personality completes my “what I look for in a girl” list.

Blair Waldorf
Gossip Girl

She is Kathryn Merteuil on TV and Leighton Meester plays the role perfectly. The reigning Queen B of Manhattan’s Upper East Side, Blair gets what she wants, when she wants it. “B” is the perfect mix of wealth and arrogance, and yet, very difficult to hate her. Hmm…the kind that I wanna bring home to the parents.

Robin Scherbatsky

How I Met Your Mother

Cobie Smulders is the news anchor and sort of anti-hero of my choices. She never wants to have children, she doesn’t want to commit, and she’s enjoying her life the way it should be enjoyed. What a perfect, perfect woman!

Samantha Jane Marquez
Las Vegas

Probably the best reason to watch Las Vegas: Vanessa Marcil plays the self-proclaimed best hostess of a casino in the known free world. Every patron or guy in the show tries to hit on her, who wouldn’t? Yeah, this one’s in, also, for obvious reasons.

Kate Austen
Lost

Evangeline Lilly is one hot survivor and female lead of the hit series Lost. She has this complicated background but then again, so is the show. Based from the flash forwards from the latest season, it made me like her more.

Cameron Phillips
Terminator: Sarah Connor Chronicles

Summer Glau rocks as the Terminator sent back in time to protect the leader of the human race from the…well, I made an entry about it so just read it there. Cameron is not human and is made from the hardest minerals known to man. But that doesn’t take away the fact that she’s gorgeous and pretty in every way. She may “terminate” me any time.

Sarah Walker
Chuck

CIA Agent Walker is portrayed by a relatively newcomer Aussie actress, Yvonne Strahovski. From all of the characters that I’ve adored since 90210, Sarah Walker is the “One.” For some reason, I fell in love with her probably because she fell for the unexpected, which never happens in real life. Hehehe. Anyway, I’m excited to see if Chuck and Sarah’s “relationship” progresses and hope it does.

Hmm…great topic, Keem. We all have our shares of our literary character ideals. Too bad, I can’t seem to find the words to make explain further why I chose these girls. But all in all, they are my fictional love interests and the subject of my dreams.

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Added treat: Top 10 Most Desirable Female Characters on TV

Sunday Scribbles XVII

MUSIC: Favorite lines from songs (and why).
May 4, 2008

If you're wondering what I'm asking in return, dear,
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small.
Say it's me that you'll adore,
For now and evermore
That's all, That's all.
- That’s All by Nat King Cole
My "bola," I mean, wooing song.

I don't care if it hurts
I want to have control
I want a perfect body
I want a perfect soul
I want you to notice
When I'm not around
You're so fuckin' special
I wish I was special
- Creep by Radiohead
Yeah, I ain't a creep.

I'm not an actor I'm not a star
and I don't even have my own car
But I'm hoping so much you'll stay
that you will love me anyway
- The Actor by Michael Learns To Rock
Haha..I had a matinee idol "karibal."

If you should ever change your mind
I'll be there just call my name
Until then I'll be playing the waiting game
- Waiting Game by Swing Out Sister
Yep, been waiting for five years now.

I'm ready this time
I know that I'm no longer undecided
Don't wanna be a fool wondering
What might have been
- What Might Have Been by Lou Pardini
I want a certain someone to dedicate this to me.

I'm just a notch in your bedpost
But you're just a line in a song
- Sugar We’re Going Down by Fall Out Boy
I just find the lines cool. (--,)

I still don't have the reason
And you don't have the time
And it really makes me wonder
If I ever gave a fuck about you
- Makes Me Wonder by Maroon 5
My theme song when I broke up with the ex.

I always said that I would make mistakes,
I'm only human, and that’s my saving grace,
I fall as hard as I try
So don't be blinded
See me as I really am, I have flaws and sometimes I even sin,
so pull me from that pedestal,
I don't belong there.
- Halo by Haley James Scott
What I felt when I broke up with the ex.

No one could ever know me
No one could ever see me
Seems you're the only one who knows
What it's like to be me
Someone to face the day with
Make it through all the rest with
Someone I'll always laugh with
Even at my worst I'm best with you, yeah
- I’ll Be There For You by The Rembrandts
My "barkada" song.

I'm not looking for someone to talk to
I've got my friends, I'm more than O.K.
I've got more than a boy could wish for
I live my dreams but it's not all they say
- All The Love In The World by The Corrs
Such dreamy lyrics.

Well, basically, these words/lyrics tell my story. They’re included in the soundtrack of my life. I tried my best to make a tale by putting them in order but it just doesn’t work. Hehehe. But I’m sure you’ll get an idea on what my point is. I have lots more favorite lyrics from several cool songs and these are just some that I remember. This topic could go on and on so props to Kim. Good one!

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Sunday Scribbles XVI

LIFE: What are you passionate about?
April 27, 2008

TV shows/Movies

Ever since I can recall, I have this special relationship with my televisions. Back when the only way to change the channels was to turn this knob and there were only 13 clicks because frankly, there were only 13 channels back then. Yes, I remember that, when cable wasn’t available in the Philippines and the only way I could watch international shows is when relatives from states send us boxes of Betamax tape recordings of movies and shows (they have great commercials there). I really am fascinated with the world of entertainment. And someday, I hope I could live through it.

Writing

Writing wasn’t really my first love in my artsy side. When I was a child, I had this talent of drawing, doodling, and painting. And it’s safe to say that I was pretty good at it, at least, for a toddler, I was. But by mid-high school, for some reason, I lost interest in drawing and began writing instead. No, I’m not aiming for a Pulitzer but I think I’m a pretty decent writer. One of my goals in life is to write a novel. One of these days, hopefully, I get the drive to start it.

Fashion

Most kids would prefer to receive toys on Christmases and their birthdays, well, me too. But if I receive clothes, I am equally delighted. Yeah, even when I was a child, I am already conscious with what I wear and how I look. Before you judge, I am not that fashion-crazy, I just appreciate couture. A somewhat minor trendsetter, you can say. For some reason, I find these new stuff and things and use them, and then, lo and behold, six months to a year after, they’re what’s in. Hehe…then again, this is an expensive passion, so not so much on this one.

Coffee

This is my happy solvent, and yes, it’s bad for me. I have so much caffeine in me that I’m kinda shaky already. No, I ain’t nervous, just shaky. But, I just cannot live without coffee. Back when I was still in school, I always use coffee as my topic for reports and research, and even, (my greatest achievement in HS) made a feasibility study of starting a coffee shop, which someday, I hope, becomes a reality. I’m not saying I’m a coffee expert, just a coffee enthusiast.

Basketball

I love the game! It just sucks that it doesn’t love me back. Well, for those of you who know me, I’m sure you have an idea why I won’t be good at this sport. I know how to play and I’m probably going to be good at it, if, if I was blessed with the physique for it. One hard foul and you better get your stretchers ready. So, I just have to settle for watching and rooting for my favorite teams. I am really passionate about college basketball because it is where you feel the essence of the game. Two schools locked in the battle, not for endorsements or deals, but for school pride. That’s why even if I have already graduated, I am still active when it comes to supporting my beloved Red Lions, which is going for a grandslam this coming NCAA season. Yeah, Go San Beda Fight!

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Sunday Scribbles XV

RELATIONSHIPS:
Things you never understand about the opposite sex.
April 20, 2008

Change us guys to suit your wants and needs

Seriously, it is a known fact that you cannot change a person if the person doesn’t want to change. A guy may improve but will never change just because his girlfriend wants him to be more studious or act more mature. Hey, why are you together anyway if you hate his ways in the first place? When you said yes to him, I’m sure you have a pretty good idea on what you’re getting into. If you cannot accept us for who we are, then run the end credits on this one.

Going to the lavatory in packs

Well, I’m okay with this one and I guess it’s one of those age-old questions, I’m just curious why. Maybe because the gals need help during touch ups or can’t wait to share opinions about your dates? Curious, curious, curious.

It’s the 21st century, Maria Clara is dead

Conservatism! Give me a freaking break. Girls act like they’re all goody-goody when in fact they always go for the bad guy type. We all like the sense of adventure and the thrill of liberation, why do girls need to be all pretentious when a boy asks him out? We ain’t idiots, but we get bored easily. We know you want to, why fight it? I personally think highly of those who initiate and show motives (in a non-disgusting way).

Complements are not “bola”

I have this reputation of being “bolero” or one who says complements even if he doesn’t mean to. I never denied that I was, but then again, I know my boundaries. I wouldn’t have approached nor talked to you if I wasn’t interested. Chances are, while we’re talking and I dropped phrases like, “you’re really cute when you do that” or “you’re the perfect combination of beauty and brains,” I mean it.

Rebound is never an answer

Hmm, I think it’s safe to say that this one goes out to both sexes. After break up, I personally say that “rebound” is never an answer to one’s sorrows. You’re just fooling yourself if you start a new relationship after just getting out of one. You’re also ruining that chance of a possible great romance with your rebound but in the right time, not after you dumped or just got dumped. No, no, no.

I love girls; and I hope they love me too. Hehehe. Like the title of that book, “Men Are From Mars; Women Are From Venus,” the two classification of human beings are totally different from one another. It’s impossible to categorize or compare them to each other. It’s just not in their nature; they just need to learn to co-exist. So there, I’m single. Hahaha. Just plugging.

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Sunday Scribbles XII

FOOD: Your weird food combinations
March 30, 2008

Fried food goes with Catsup

I was brought up by my Ninong and he was like a father to me while I was growing up. So, naturally, I inherited his weird traits and food combinations. His number one rule: any fried dish goes well with catsup. So there, as long as it’s fried and will kill you when you grow up, dip it into catsup. My fave: Chicharon with catsup and Bangus with catsup.

Tim’s Instant Heart Attack Rice Bowl

We were given this industrial size canister of grated Parmesan cheese and bottle of Ranch-style dressing. One evening, I was served ground beef and rice. I decided to use the cheese and dressing. Don’t want them to go to waste so I mixed the rice with margarine, added the ground beef, poured dressing, added catsup, and topped it with bacon bits and lots of Parmesan cheese: all into a bowl. It’s my favorite instant dinner nowadays. I recommend two bowls if you really wanna feel lightheaded.

Absolut Vodka with Biko as pulutan

What do you do when you’re having session with friends and you guys ran out of pulutan? Raid the kitchen! We found this fresh bilao of biko and decided it will do. We’re too lazy and too cheap to buy roasted chicken outside anyways. It adds flavor to the vodka and you get to sleep really early after a couple of shots. Hehehe.

French Fries and Ice Cream
Pizza with Chocolate syrup

I hate soggy fries. But there’s something about fries and ice cream that I enjoy. Basic flavors will do and the fries should be extra crispy. And the second part would be pizza drizzled with chocolate syrup. It just gets weirder and weirder, doesn’t it?

Well, the topic is food again. Contrary to popular belief, I love food and food makes me happy. It’s probably the only thing that sustains my happiness nowadays. So I’m sharing with you some of the weird food combinations that I constantly enjoy and still can’t figure out why I do. Buon Appetito.

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Sunday Scribbles XI

FILM: FAVORITE QUOTES
March 23, 2008

The Godfather (1972)
“I’m going to make him an offer he can’t refuse.”
- Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando)

Top Gun (1986)
“You can be my wingman any time.”
- Tom Kazansky (Val Kilmer)

Before Sunrise (1995)

“I used to think that if none of your family or friends knew you were dead, it was like not really being dead. People can invent the best and the worst for you.”
“Well, who says relationships have to last forever?”
- Celine (Julie Delpy)
“Everybody's parents fucked them up. Rich kids parents gave them too much. Poor kids, not enough. You know, too much attention, not enough attention. They either left them or they stuck around and taught them the wrong things.”
- Jesse (Ethan Hawke)

Fight Club (1996)
“If you woke up at a different time, in a different place, could you wake up as a different person?”
“How much can you possibly know about yourself if you've never been in a fight?”
“It's only after we've lost everything that we're free to do anything.”
- Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt)

Cruel Intentions (1999)

“Everybody loves me, and I intend to keep it that way.”
“My advice is to sleep with as many people as possible.”
“You were very much in love with her. And you're still in love with her. But it amused me to make you ashamed of it. You gave up on the first person you ever loved because I threatened your reputation. Don't you get it? You're just a toy, Sebastian. A little toy I like to play with. And now you've completely blown it with her. I think it's the saddest thing I've ever heard.”
- Kathryn Merteuil (Sarah Michelle Gellar)

10 Things I Hate About You (1999)

“Yup, see, there’s a difference between “like” and “love.” Because I like my Skechers, but I love my Prada backpack.”

- Bianca Stratford (Larisa Oleynik)

High Fidelity (2000)

“What really matters is what you like and not what you are like! Books, records, films...these things matter! Call me shallow! It’s the f*cking truth! And by this measure, I was having the best date of my life!!”
- Rob Gordon (John Cusack)

How to Deal (2003)
“The quickest way to end a relationship with someone is to try to start one!”
- Halley Marie Martin (Mandy Moore)

Love Actually (2003)
“But you know the thing about romance is people only get together right at the very end.”
- Sam (Thomas Sangster)

Before Sunset (2004)
“Memory's a wonderful thing if you don't have to deal with the past.”
“There are so many things I want to do, but I end up doing not much.”
- Celine (Julie Delpy)

A Lot Like Love (2005)
“There’s nothing better than a great romance…to ruin a perfectly good friendship.”
- Movie tagline

Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005)
“Happy endings are just stories that haven't finished yet.”
- Jane Smith (Angelina Jolie)

Elizabethtown (2005)
“I'm hard to remember, but I'm impossible to forget.”

“You know, you're always trying to break up with me, and we're not even together.”
“Just tell me you love me and get it over with!”
“I've been the substitute person my whole life. I like being alone too much. I like it that way. It's a lot less pressure.”
- Claire Colburn (Kirsten Dunst)

Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)
“May the Force be with you…”
- Ben Kenobi (Alec Guiness)

For movies, “Before Sunrise” and “Before Sunset”, almost every dialogue is quote-worthy and so I’ma just place the links here for them words.

Kim, you were right. I did like and enjoyed this week’s edition. And frankly, my dear, the list ain’t complete. I certainly have lots of favorite movie quotes and I can’t simply just list them all here. These are just a few of what I remembered and the ones that stuck to me the most.

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Sunday Scribbles X

TV: YOUR FAVORITE VILLAINS
March 16, 2008

Secret Society of Super Villains

They’re the ultimate group of antagonists and probably the biggest threat to Justice League of America. What’s not to like? Headed by master villains, most common is Lex Luthor and Gorilla Grodd, its members having special powers that could match up with the League's...they made the lives of our superheroes hell as they worked together and cooperated to spread chaos and evil. Ironic, as villains always work alone and never trust anyone but themselves. Oh, and The Joker’s a member too.

Dick Dastardly

The scoundrel of the Wacky Races, his name says it all. His sidekick, Muttley, a dog only mumbles and snickers in this asthmatic laugh, which really cracks me everytime. Dastardly would do anything to win the race: cheat, deception, and he even installed wily contraptions to his “Mean Machine” vehicle to use against other racers. He never won the race though.

Benjamin Linus

Is the leader of the Others and is the main antagonist of the Emmy Award winning TV series, “Lost.” Ben wins my “creepiest creep award.” Is he a friend or a foe? No one really knows and probably no one’s got an idea. He has the answer to everything about the mysterious island and knows each Oceanic 815 survivors. As the series gets more confusing every week, so is Ben’s true nature.

Sylar

The only supervillain in the hit NBC series, “Heroes.” How can you not love this guy? He cuts open his victims’ head and brain and takes their power for himself. Yeah, kinda disgusting but still, limitless superpower you’ll acquire. His main power, though, is intuitive aptitude. It means that he knows how things work just by looking at them, at least, that’s how it was explained in what I’ve read. More Sylar next season! Yeah!

Darth Vader

Yes, I know, he’s from the big screen. But Darth Vader is villain of all villains. Vader’s my favorite badass and evil person ever. He used to be Anakin Skywalker, the chosen one to bring balance to the Force. But thirst for power corrupted young Anakin’s mind and he joined the Dark Side and ruled the galaxy until his death. He is also the father of Luke and Leia Skywalker and the right-hand guy of the Emperor. You’re not getting it, are you? As I’ve said before, I love Star Wars and one of the reasons why I do is because of Darth Vader, the coolest antagonist ever created. “If you only knew the power of the Dark Side of the Force.”

Well, very interesting topic, Frances. But it took me a while before coming up with a list. I’m not even sure with this list but basically, they are the characters that I admire and look up to. **evil laugh** It’s hard because the scribble states that I come up with my favorite television villains. For some reason, I can’t remember villains of the shows that I watch so I just listed the ones that came to mind.

If I was to play a part in a story, I would fit the role of the villain. Yeah, I know, most of you will agree. Hehehe. It’s because I find the antagonists interesting and at the same time stupid. That’s all for now, homies!

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Sunday Scribbles VIII

FIVE (OR MORE) THINGS YOU WOULD LIKE TO DO
BEFORE YOU DIE
March 2, 2008

Win an Oscar or Grammy

I seriously would like to take home an Oscar or a Grammy. I’m hoping it’s for a ground-breaking performance in a role. Hahaha. But winning for it technical functions will do. I can already picture me in the Red Carpet and I have already prepared my acceptance speech for it. Hollywood! Hollywood! Hollywood!

Host my own Talk Show

Ever since they started broadcasting Conan O’ Brien here in our country, I admired and idolized not just the guy, but also his show and sense of humor. I’m not sure though that I could deliver good monologues but I guarantee that I can come up with fresh segments and witty comedy bits that everyone will enjoy. It’s also the best way to meet interesting people and make fun of them at the same time.

Learn New Languages

This is probably the most relevant and most significant thing that I want to do before I perish. Hehehe. Well, not necessarily be a linguist but at least learn how to speak fluently and efficiently in foreign languages. It’ll be a big help if I get to do my number five.

Own a Night Club and Restaurants

I want to practice what I studied for college and I want to achieve it not in the serious, coat-wearing, corporate way, but accomplishing it the best way I know how: having fun and not being all boring-y. Setting up my own restaurant has always been a dream of mine and as an entrepreneur, I’ma need to come up with new ideas to make my resto hip and current. Not placing ideas here for patent reasons. And hoping that I get to establish a hot night club for those gimikeros and gimikeras out there. You get up in the morning, think of new fun ways of services, and party in the evening--what’s not to like about that?

Join the Amazing Race

All of the entries I’ve read this week includes “to travel” in their list. Of course, I would want the same thing. But there’s only so much one can do with a plane ticket and luggage. Why not race through time, travel the whole world, explore different cultures, endure challenges, meet new people then compete with them--all of these at the expense of some big corporate moguls. Wouldn’t that be more exciting? And I get to do it with someone of my liking and if we win, we bring home this huge prize money. Indeed, “Amazing” is the appropriate word for it.

Hmm…there’re lots more that I want to do before I meet my maker, but for now, this will do. Of course, there’s still that issue of personal stuff such as: relationships, starting a family, retirement--I call them factors-that-speed-up-your-meeting-with-the-Grim Reaper--and that’s just too morbid for me. Hahaha. Yes, maybe, just maybe, I would consider my own family but not now, nor in the next decade. Let’s put it this way. After I accomplish at least three out of the five listed above, then I will settle down and finally commit. Nice, good thing I thought of that!

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Sunday Scribbles VII

RELATE FIVE MEMORABLE MOMENTS WITH A LOVED ONE
(PAST AND/OR PRESENT)
February 24, 2008

Kenny Rogers Proposal

The title says it all. I did what every young idiot, in love, would do: write a lengthy letter and then use it as means of professing my undying love to my bestfriend. That went well. Hahaha. Awkward for almost a year. Even the kada was affected as people took sides and whatevers. Very memorable as this is the first time I acted on this “love” matter. All this happened in Kenny Rogers. Not really the setting for those professing-your-undying-love moments. Haha!

Door Closing and another One Opens

A year after the first one, here I am still haven’t moved on. I distinctly remember isolating myself from my kada to avoid anymore awkwardness and to try to restore my dignity. It worked. After six months of going all hermit on them, her, particularly, I got messages from her saying where have I been and have I forgotten people. I said no. It’s just that I needed a time off from them to not really forget but to at least get over what I did. A year after, I tried one last time to ask for that one chance. Too late. The day before I got her message, she got hitched. Classic, right? Moments like this, who you gonna call? A girl I just met a week ago and started telling her some things and she comforted me. Hence, a door closed on me but another one wanted to let me in.

December 8, 2005

Just like in that song, “For once in my life I’ve got someone who needs me,” I was committed. Yes. Me. The Timmeister officially has a girlfriend on this day. You see, I love the number eight so if I’m taking this big step in my life, it would have to be on a day that I believe is important. I started planning the proposal for weeks but I never got it straightened out until days before that date. With only hours before December 8, I just bought this 100 pieces Hello Kitty puzzle and wrote 100 things I liked about her at the back, one thing per puzzle piece. It resulted fine as she did say yes to me. Hey, I would say yes to me too. Hahaha.

First Year Anniversary at Nurture Spa, Tagaytay

It’s my first 13th month paycheck and it was just in time for our first year anniversary. I decided that we should celebrate our first year together at Nature Spa at Tagaytay. Very momentous not because we’re together, but also because the services were really relaxing and the ambience really made it all perfect. I got a pedicure. Cool!

Coffee at Starbucks West Ave.

What I consider to be the best night of my life. One of my girl kada’s decided to celebrate her debut the traditional way in this Chinese restaurant at Quezon City. So there were escorts, pledges, roses, collared tops. After all the festivities, my bestfriend needed to kill time so I asked her to have coffee because there’s a Starbucks shop in front of the resto. I treated her coffee and we just hang there and exchanged stories, at least, until her dad came to pick her up. This is the first time, I think, she said yes to me. So even if she’s just being polite and she really just wanted some caffeine in her system that night, it became the most memorable night of Tim’s life.

I was thinking, since the title says “Loved Ones,” that we are free to choose our loved ones, so I started thinking about my family and my special moments with them. Then again, people will not waste time reading this entry if the answers are not juicy enough. So, what better way to make this very interesting to readers than to relate moments with girls that were, still is, part of me.

My proposal in Kenny Rogers and the door closing changed my life. Seriously. I used to be shy and not one bit interested in this whole world of romance. I was always happy being alone, still am. But, I never regretted anything. Not one moment. Be it a positive or a negative one.

Two important things before I conclude. I broke up with my girlfriend after a year and a half together. We just ain’t clickin’ like we used to. She got her priorities; I got mine. We co-exist better living separate lives anyway. We’re good, just so you know. And the other thing: my bestfriend is still my bestfriend. We got past all that awkwardness and my foolishness. We decided that we’re better off not being romantically involved. She has this really cool boyfriend and I’m very happy for them. Good stuff, right? Just like in the movies. Now, if only I can muster up the courage to make a move on this new “leading lady” that’s been a recurring special guest star in this show I call “my life.”

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Sunday Scribbles V

FIVE LOCAL OR INTERNATIONAL TOURIST SPOTS YOU WOULD LIKE TO VISIT
February 10, 2008

City of Paris, France

Cliché, I know. And so? Lots of people wants to visit the City of Lights, the City of Romance. I want to visit it for its culture and heritage. And I want to experience sitting in one of those cafes, listening to French music, looking at busy people, and hopefully, experiencing it with someone special. Naks. Hehehe. Just like that film “Before Sunset.” Lots hated that movie, while I bought the original DVD. Even if it was just 2 hours of pure conversation between two people, they have shown Paris in all its majesty. Oh, and the fashion thing, definitely worth seeing.

City of Milan, Italy
(Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Trevi Fountain, Rome)

With its rich tradition and sumptuous food, I shall never miss visiting Italy. One of those places-to-go-before-I-die thing. Again, for the historical background and the classical sense of feeling that you get when you walk past those places that witnessed the renaissance era. Oh, and all the authentic pizzas and pastas you can eat. Drool! Art, art, art!

City of Dublin, Ireland

If my life goes according to plan, I will probably retire here. There’s something about living in Irish soil that I find really harmonious and relaxing. Possibly the lush green sceneries or its kinda angsty environment, I like it! Havin’ beer with the Irish, oh yeah!

London

Remember England? They ruled the world before the Americans? Why would anyone want to miss a splendid country such as the United Kingdom? I might even meet the Queen. I’ll go here for the fish and chips, the mystery, the royal feeling, and to learn more about the longest rulers of the world!

Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico

I have always wanted to be an archaeologist, and I find the Palenque dig very interesting. The Maya is one of the largest and oldest civilizations known to date. Just recently, they were mentioned in the film “National Treasure II: Book of Secrets,” which is of course fictional, but still, you can’t remove the fact that they were a big part of how the world, as we know, came to be. Cool, right!?

From my choices, it shows that I’m a big history buff. I just love history. But never dwell on the past. Hehehe. Anyway, my sole purpose for visiting these locations is for the experience and admiration of their culture and environment. This is one thing I would like to do in the future, or sooner: to travel. Hoping that it comes true. A lil’ tricky, this topic, Keem. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it.

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Sunday Scribbles III

FAVORITE MOVIES OF ALL TIME

January 26, 2008

That Thing You Do! (1996)
“In every life there comes a time when that dream you dream becomes that thing you do.”

It's the summer of 1964, and Guy Patterson is a salesman at his father's appliance store in Erie, PA. By day, he sells toasters and transistor radios. But at night, he retreats to the basement, sits down at a set of drums, and disappears into a cloud of jazz percussion. In other words, he's ready to roll when a local rock band loses its drummer and asks him to sit in at a college talent show. One month later, The Wonders are shooting stars in the Play-Tone galaxy--with a recording contract, a state fair tour and a trip to Hollywood. As their signature song, That Thing You Do!, rockets to the top of the charts, The Wonders embark on a humorous and surprising journey where they not only get a taste of fame, but an extraordinary look at the halcyon days of rock and roll.

No one ever expects nor chooses this film as their favorite. That’s why I love it. It has all the elements of a perfect feel-good movie: cool characters, awesome setting and era, and best of all, perfect music! I won’t have any qualms or problems at all if I lived in the 60’s. I probably did, in my past life, if there’s such a thing.

Cruel Intentions (1999)
“What you can’t have, You can’t resist.”

A tale of betrayal centering on two wealthy, manipulative teenage stepsiblings from Manhattan's uppercrust. It's summer break, and Kathryn has been dumped by her beau, Court Reynolds, for the innocent Cecile. Desperate to get even, Kathryn challenges Sebastian to ruin Cecile by deflowering her--thus humiliating Court by delivering Cecile to him as damaged goods. Sebastian has pretty much 'had' all of the girls in New York City up to this point, and he's gotten a bit bored of it all. Though this is too easy a conquest for him, he obliges. He sets his sights on a higher challenge--the headmaster's daughter, Annette, who recently wrote an article in 'Seventeen' Magazine about how she intends to stay pure until she marries her boyfriend. Sebastian bets Kathryn that he can seduce the chaste and pristine Annette. Kathryn believes it impossible, and agrees to the wager--and if Sebastian succeeds, Kathryn must give him a night of unbridled pleasure, something he's wanted since their parents got married.

Power, money, sex, popularity: the best things in life. One of my favorite movie characters of all-time: Sebastian Valmont. He’s got everything, except happiness. He found it, and he threw it away. Classic! The manipulation and exploitation of lesser characters on this movie was so perfectly portrayed, makes one really envious. Hehehe. Yeah, I’m evil.

10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
“How do I loathe thee? Let me count the ways.”

Bianca Stratford is pretty and popular, but her strict family won't allow her to date until her older sister does: the problem is that sister Kat is an outsider who tries to alienate any guy who might be interested in her. So Bianca's would-be boyfriend bribes fellow outsider Patrick to ask out Kat, thinking that this sullen young man with a mysterious past might tempt Kat to rise to the challenge.

Like “She’s All That,” I never really knew why I love this movie. Probably because it’s one of those “teen” flicks that defined my generation. Yes, I was in high school when this movie was released, and yes, I watched it in the theater. It was also the stepping-stone for Julia Stiles (love, love, love) and Heath Ledger (Godspeed). “As opposed to Planet ‘Look At Me, Look At Me’?” Hahaha.

Fight Club (1999)
“How much can you know about yourself if you've never been in a fight?”

The mundane existence of a product liability evaluator and insomniac, who is addicted to self-help groups, is turned upside down when he meets a sado-masochistic anarchist who is secretly plotting to overthrow civilization. As their friendship grows, they become increasingly involved in a secret society of "fight clubs" where men act out their aggressions and violently beat one another to a pulp. In the meantime, the evaluator falls in love with a woman who is also addicted to self-help groups, but is unable to act on his desire for her.

The first rule about Fight Club is: " You don't talk about Fight Club".
The second rule about Fight Club is: " You don't talk about Fight Club".

Ah, yes. The perfect violent movie without the gore and stupid slashing effects. Anyway, I just really like this movie. Makes me wonder, what if I start a “Fight Club?” Hmm…

Serendipity (2001)
“Can Once In A Lifetime Happen Twice?”

It's a bustling day in New York City, and amidst the usual mad rush, the paths of two strangers collide as they fall victim to a mutual, all-consuming attraction. Despite the fact that each is involved in another relationship, Jonathan and Sara bide their time, staying connected by wandering through Manhattan and talking until the wee hours, while never mentioning each other's names. But, when the night reaches an inevitable end, the two are forced to determine the next step. When the smitten Jonathan suggests an exchange of phone numbers, Sara has a different idea in mind that will allow fate to take control of the future. If they are meant to be together, she convinces him, the universe will reveal its telltale signs. At least that's the plan...

I know the story is impossible, and I, myself , am skeptic about fate and destiny. But I love this movie and its story. One of those boy meets girl, boy loses girl, boy finds girl, boy and girl ends up together. Aww, now isn’t that romantic? Sheesh, if only. Hahaha! Also, I have this huge crush on Kate Beckinsale.

Love Actually (2003)
“Love actually is all around.”

Everywhere you look, love is causing chaos. From the bachelor Prime Minister of the United Kingdom who, on his first day at 10 Downing Street, falls in love with the girl who brings him his tea, to a hopeless sandwich delivery guy who doesn't think he has a chance with the girls in the U.K., so he heads for Wisconsin. From aging rock stars, to a stony headmistress, to a monolingual Portuguese housemaid--love arrives in many forms, shapes and sizes. Here, ten separate--but intertwining--stories of love all lead up to a big climax on Christmas Eve, proving that love is the driving force in all of these people's lives.

This is my favorite Christmas movie of all time. Features a stellar British cast who played their character roles flawlessly. This movie makes me feel good and warm whenever I watch it, be it Christmas or not.

Top Gun (1986)
“Up there with the best of the best.”

Maverick is a hot pilot. When he encounters a pair of MiGs over the Persian Gulf, his wingman is clearly outflown and freaks. On almost no fuel, Maverick is able to talk him back down to the Carrier. When his wingman turns in his wings, Maverick is moved up in the standings and sent to the Top Gun Naval Flying School. There he fights the attitudes of the other pilots and an old story of his father's death in combat that killed others due to his father's error. Maverick struggles to be the best pilot, stepping on the toes of his other students and in a different way to Charlie, a civilian instructor to whom he is strongly attracted.

Here’s a little known fact about me: I always wanted to be a fighter pilot. But I can’t even ride Ferris wheels and roller coasters. Hehehe. This film was released in the year I was born and my Ninong, who looked after me when I was growing up; this was his favorite movie. Not one Saturday that he wouldn’t play his Betamax tape copy of this film. So this is probably the first full-length movie that I liked. Its soundtrack is one of the most popular to date. Start your engine, pop it into your car stereo, turn to track 10, and fly. It also introduced one of the things that I never leave home without: Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses.

Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983)
“The Empire Falls…”

Lightsabers sparkle, the Millenium Falcon flashes through hyperspace and creatures from all over the galaxy defy the Imperial Empire, in this stunning third chapter of the "Star Wars" saga. As the rebels prepare to attack the Emperor's awesome new Death Star, Han Solo remains imprisoned by the loathsome outlaw Jabba the Hutt, who has also captured Princess Leia. Luke Skywalker rescues his friends, but he will not be a true Jedi Knight until he defeats Darth Vader, who has sworn to win him over to the Dark Side of the Force. With old favorites like Chewbacca, Yoda, R2-D2, C-3PO and Lando Calrissian, plus the small but stalwart Ewoks.

Yes, I never denied it. I am a Star Wars fan. Call me geeky, I don’t care; fact of the matter is, Star Wars is cool. Hahaha. It’s the most successful film franchise ever. It spawned millions of followers and fans. Of all them Episodes, my favorite is Return of the Jedi. It depicts the fall of the Empire, Luke Skywalker becoming a true Jedi Knight, the repentance of Darth Vader, and the formation of the New Republic--the perfect finale for a great double trilogy. Yeah, yeah, what the hell I’m talking about? Screw it! May the Force be with you.


And also: Ocean’s Twelve, Lord of the Rings Trilogy, You’ve Got Mail, and so much, much, much, much more!!! Hah! The title states “FAVORITE MOVIES OF ALL TIME,” there’s no limit, so I just kept on adding and adding. Mwahahaha!

I’m excited with this edition of Sunday Scribbles. Props to Keem, it’s getting better every week. It’s actually one of the things I look forward to on the Sabbath nowadays. I changed my list a couple of times, as this is a topic that I’m really into: movies.

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Sunday Scribbles II

FIVE TV SHOW CHARACTERS
YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE FOR A DAY

January 20, 2008

Chuck Bass
Gossip Girl

A rich, lust-driven, perverted antagonist whose list of the finer things in life is short: sex and alcohol. Chuck (Ed Westwick) once came close to taking advantage of a vulnerable Jenny Humphrey in a bathroom, and on roof top, and tried to sleep with an inebriated Serena van der Woodsen. Everyone, quite frankly, despises him most of the time, but because his bank account and good looks have just always been part of the latest party, they just shrug off his egotistical antics and accept him for what he is: a rich party animal. -Wikipedia

This is by far the best character in TV today that I wanna swap shoes with. Rich, good-looking, party animal, player--what more can you ask for? That’s why the Almighty didn’t give me those qualities, He knows I’ll be the real-life version of Charles Bass.

Angus MacGyver
MacGyver

Angus MacGyver (Richard Dean Anderson) is a highly intelligent, optimistic action hero who prefers non-violent conflict resolution wherever possible. MacGyver's main asset is his practical application of scientific knowledge and inventive use of common items along with his ever-present Swiss Army knife and duct tape. The clever solutions MacGyver implemented to seemingly intractable problems often in life-or-death situations requiring him to improvise complex devices in a matter of minutes were a major attraction of the show, which was praised for generating interest in engineering, as well as providing entertaining storylines. -Wikipedia

He can turn paper clips into weapons of mass destruction and ordinary household materials into something that could prevent Global Warming. Nuff said!

Peter Petrelli
Heroes

He is a former hospice nurse in his mid-20s with the power to absorb and mimic the powers of other evolved humans. Angela Petrelli, his mother, describes Peter as being the most powerful of "all of us". –Wikipedia

Apart from Milo Ventimiglia’s striking looks, his character in Heroes is one of the most interesting (and coolest) in the boob tube to date. He absorbs other Heroes’ abilities and keeps it. Again, what more could you want?

The Guys of F.R.I.E.N.D.S

Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc) - a definite player and struggling actor who becomes famous for his role on Days Of Our Lives as Dr. Drake Ramoray.
Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry) - Chandler was an executive specializing in statistical analysis and data reconfiguration. The character of Chandler is noted for his wise-cracks and his sardonic attitude, which provides a defense mechanism. His most famous phrase is the rhetorical question "Could this be any more...?" and is used on the show as a source of humor many times.
Ross Geller (David Schwimmer) - Ross is perhaps most famous for his turbulent relationship with Rachel Green. Ross had harbored a crush for Rachel since their high school days.
-Wikipedia

F.R.I.E.N.D.S was and is the best show in the world. Nothing will ever replace it as my all-time favorite TV show. Those three fits their characters to a T. The show wouldn’t work if you axe one character off. Of all them three, my favorite is Chandler because I can relate most to him. Sarcasm and humor to describe his persona. Although most of my friends say I’m more of a Joey than a Chandler.

Barney Stinson
How I Met Your Mother

He is a womanizer, favors suits, laser tag, and uses the words "awesome" and "legendary" frequently. Barney is almost always seen wearing a suit and makes great use of his catchphrase, "Suit up!", often modifying it for a particular situation. He favors one night stands with women, then never calling them again. Barney is brutally honest with his friends, to the point of being cruel. -Wikipedia

Again, just like Chuck above, Barney’s the ultimate guy guy. He’s good with the ladies, wears suits, big bank accounts, good friends, and LOL catchphrases that really works. Neil Patrick Harris portrays the perfect lovable jackass on television. Definitely wanna wear this guy’s shoes even for just a day. Peace out, hombres!


There you go. Five (technically seven) television characters that I would want to live the lives of. Runner ups would be: James Sawyer from Lost, Lucas Scott from One Tree Hill, and T-Bag from Prison Break. Great stuff, Keem.

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