My mediocre working days were officially put to halt by a dog. Yes, you've read that right, a dog.
Here's what happened:
While blithely plodding the sidewalks off to my abode, I heard a deafening wail from somewhere. Shot a glance at the streets flooded by racing cars and there I saw Chu-chu (I love calling dogs like that) caught in a mishap with one of the speeding vehicles.
My heart thumped like crazy at I saw. Tears and a dash of facial contortions completed my mourning suit.
Once neat-looking coat, covered in red. Two front legs, broken. Leaving him no choice but to crawl until he reach the promised land. His journey was tough. It took him past reasonable time to get through the sidewalk - the only time he managed to learn how to breathe again.
As I went closer, traces of crimson liquid splattered along the pavement became visible. A few steps more, a clearer view of Chu-chu staring blankly into the sea of moving vehicles, .apparently plagued by his traumatic experience. I muttered 'Chu-chu' a couple of times hoping he could appreciate the very least that I can do for him.
I arrived home with a frail heart. There, the agony started to flow again, throwing a large volume of tears out of my eyes.
Then…
I was awakened by my alarm clock. Bringing me out of the nightmare and the day that has been. Ah, aurora. Time to fix myself for another nocturnal escapade at work.
* Whenever I pass through that place, I always keep my fingers crossed. Hoping that I will be able to see a frisky Chu-chu, this time, beating the killer vehicles in a game called 'Patintero'.
Urgent! Smile Detector Machine Needed
Say goodbye to that horrid expression. Thanks to Smile Detector!
While frequency surfing sometime last month, I came across an interesting news about a machine (if it is) called Smile Detector. Currently used in a train station somewhere in Japan, the Smile Detector pushes all of its employees to flash their biggest smiles while at work whether they feel like doing it or not. Or else, say goodbye to your job.
Upon hearing that news, thoughts about our company's host concessionaire came tiptoeing on my mind. I reckon that they need to inject some dose of Smile Detector juice in their veins to refurbish their fervent frowning habits. Who would have the gusto to eat a hearty meal if at the threshold of the counter you'll b acquainted by their unwelcoming frowns and some would even serve your food with a big bang (the company might be spending a lot on broken plates replacement)!!
We Filipinos are known for our hospitality. However, some people are just fond of smudging dirt at their own faces. What a shame. I guess it's time for us to redeem ourselves out of the terrifying nightmare back to the realm of euphoria. So feel the breeze of fresh air fan across your face. Smile!
While frequency surfing sometime last month, I came across an interesting news about a machine (if it is) called Smile Detector. Currently used in a train station somewhere in Japan, the Smile Detector pushes all of its employees to flash their biggest smiles while at work whether they feel like doing it or not. Or else, say goodbye to your job.
Upon hearing that news, thoughts about our company's host concessionaire came tiptoeing on my mind. I reckon that they need to inject some dose of Smile Detector juice in their veins to refurbish their fervent frowning habits. Who would have the gusto to eat a hearty meal if at the threshold of the counter you'll b acquainted by their unwelcoming frowns and some would even serve your food with a big bang (the company might be spending a lot on broken plates replacement)!!
We Filipinos are known for our hospitality. However, some people are just fond of smudging dirt at their own faces. What a shame. I guess it's time for us to redeem ourselves out of the terrifying nightmare back to the realm of euphoria. So feel the breeze of fresh air fan across your face. Smile!
Mt. Maculot Climb
Location: Cuenca, Batangas
Elevation: 835 Meters above sea level (courtesy of Ram)
Jump Off point: Mang Manuel’s house (Cuenca, Batangas)
Points of Interest: Majestic views of Taal lake specially from Rockies (a rocky peak separated from the the mountain shoulder)
Paper-cuts. Muddy feet. Aching Greek-god physique.
The debut of my mountain climbing career happened at Mt. Maculot. A tough climb even harder than Mt. Pulag, the pros say. The trail was steep and at the same time slippery (mud, What else could you anticipate from the extraordinarily impressive rains?) – an added flavor to our sprinting pleasures as we push on our way to Rockies.
Holding on to tree roots and vines were the norms. Fail to do so, forget Rockies, worst case scenario, end up on deep ravines.
All our hard work really paid off as we set foot at last to the crest of Rockies. Mother Nature has never been this enthralling (let your brain do the work now.)
This climb is not just all about the beauty of the scenery 835 meters above sea level but also of camaraderie with my co-hikers (how I wish I could call myself a mountaineer) and the challenges we all managed to overcome in two and four-wheel drives.
Au Revoir Mt. Maculot!!!
Cinemalaya 2009
Cinemalaya 2009
The impressive rain brought by this season failed to stop the hardcore movie-goers who were at the height of their itching career to take a plunge at the ocean of independent films. Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival brought people from different walks of life into one hub (Cultural Center of the Philippines) to usher the very best of indie films fresh under its belt. Running from July 17-26, 2009, Cinemalaya Cinco showcased 20 full-length and shorts films competing to win the hearts of the hungry hippos.All roads lead to BIG small film festival – Cinemalaya Cinco
Movie mementos
I am glad I was able to check out some of the films and all its glory; on my list were:
Full-lengths:Dinig Sana Kita
Last Supper No. 3
Engkwentro
Mangatyanan
Astig
Short films:
Musa
Behind closed Doors
Hulagpos
What Floor Ma’am?
Ugat sa Lupa
Blogog
Si Bok at ang Trumpo
Bonsai
Latus
↑ Beautiful minds behind the scenes ↓
Films and paintings rolled into one party plate
Eureka! My second year of throwing down piles of indie films on my stomach really made me froth at the mouth. Beware! Over dosage really kills.
Jam-packed July
July. What a busy month July is for me! With lots of tedious, nevertheless, fun-filled activities set for this month, who would have thought that a person like me will still have the energy and the passion to do these nerve-wracking and physically exhausting venture?
On my list:
1st week - PUP visit (status-DONE)
2nd week - Mt. maculot Climb (status-DONE)
3rd week - Party at Lilet’s crib, Cinemalaya 2009 opening, swimming at Bosay Resort (status-DONE)
4th week - Cinemalaya (continuation), Harry Potter quest (PENDING Assignment)
Three down, one more to go and this jam-packed July will be over. My OVERWORKED and GORGEOUS body can’t wait to take an overdose of ZzZzz…Hmm.. I’m thinking of wearing shorts, comfy shirt and sneakers while I sleep as I’ll be furloughing around slumberland (ajijiji…infested with travel mania).
On my list:
1st week - PUP visit (status-DONE)
2nd week - Mt. maculot Climb (status-DONE)
3rd week - Party at Lilet’s crib, Cinemalaya 2009 opening, swimming at Bosay Resort (status-DONE)
4th week - Cinemalaya (continuation), Harry Potter quest (PENDING Assignment)
Three down, one more to go and this jam-packed July will be over. My OVERWORKED and GORGEOUS body can’t wait to take an overdose of ZzZzz…Hmm.. I’m thinking of wearing shorts, comfy shirt and sneakers while I sleep as I’ll be furloughing around slumberland (ajijiji…infested with travel mania).
Harry Potter (Featuring the jetlag brought by my reading career)
Braaataaaatatat...!!! I won!
Nyahaha! I won the battle in middle earth. Once again, the pornstar defeated the cruel villains. The freaks (headache and eyestrain) won't stop me from reading the sixth installment of the Harry Potter series (Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince).
After a month of struggle (leaving the pornstar almost breathless), I was able to finish the book notwithstanding the fistfight. Those 30 days have been so difficult, luckily, I was able to endure all the pressing circumstances brought by my reading career. How I wish I could cut the period in to half. (Sobs plus wails of despair)
Musing on he bright side of things...Now that i'm done with Hairree, its time I get myself a little rehabilitation, a kind of reward to the one who suffered all the strain, my eyes. This hiatus won't be long as my list is getting populated again. After what I've been through, I'll still continue to reckon the mysteries behind every book.
Braaataaaatatat...!!! I won!
PS: I should have embarked my Harry Potter journey from its first book..Nah..I cuddle no room for regrets, I have watched the movies anyway. I'm going to have my fill sometime this week.
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