Pump

A coolant pump came to mind when a friend of mine asked me about a solution to his house problem. He's been having a serious water problem at home and it is driving him mad. It started out one night when he came home from a party. He was all soaked with every drink that soiree had that every woman he rub elbows with had spilled on him. Vodka, cranberry juice, wine, rhum, lime juice...name it, he was showered with it.

He went straight to the bathroom knowing that he needed to take the smell and the icky feeling off instantly when he got home, or his room mate will kill him. But lo and behold, his water pump is broken. It's been making  such weird noises earlier that day but he did not bother checking what's causing it.

And now he'll have to fix this before he can remove the stench of the night that was.

V-Day

Valentine's day is fast approaching. I am not really a fan of the festivities that involves it but this year, I was sort of assigned to come up with gift basket ideas for our company's party. Now I have no idea why they are giving me such task but a demand is a demand and one has to satisfy the bosses.

Chocolates and teddy bear is one idea, but then only the girls would appreciate it. Heart-shaped donuts is another. I know a donut shop near the office that have those heart-shaped treats every year. Maybe a cupcake, red velvet ones, would also do the trick.

Lots to choose from. Good thing, I have plenty of time to decide.

I Want TV

This lg home theatre system will do. Or maybe not, LOL. But seriously though, having my own theatre system in my bedroom is my goal for the year. Maybe have my own TV set by July. Yes, July is my birthday and I want something new in my room. Maybe something like this:

It's a great thing to think about; having my own TV in my room. I love watching movies and I don't mind staying inside my room with all my pillows, maybe a bucket of popcorn and watch my favorite movies all day.

Never Ending Lists

Here we go again with another list of things to do in the coming days. 2010 is almost over but the preparations for the coming New Year's eve celebration isn't over. I just gave myself time to stop and list down some of the things that I must do:

• Ask my aunt to cook for us. Yes, I am not a cook. I only know how to cook three dishes and not one of them is fit for the festivities.
• Send my cousin some information on eyelash growth products. I have no idea what's the sudden interest with this is all about but yeah, anything to help my cousin.
• Update my blogs. And also decide on what topics to write on each of them. I though of sticking to a theme for each blog.
• Clean the house.

Almost here

In 48 hours, it's Christmas again.

In 48 hours, I will be celebrating my 28th Christmas with the family. I have hoped something will change this year but it didn't work out. Or it wasn't meant for me still. Like that POS systems our IT Department have been requesting that's not close to happening.


Everything is in one's mindset I guess. Or keeping the balance of things. I never really had my heart and mind set on finding someone to be with this year. Yes, I met new people, some of them became friends, but they've never shown any interest of being more than friends. Or maybe they did and I was just too busy with something else to even noticed.

Maybe I am destined to be alone. Not that it is bad, but not given a chance to experience having someone else special in ones life other than family is I think unfair. Well, life is not fair to everyone, depending on how one sees it. I sometimes think I'm just going to be stuck here with my folks. I know it is bad but sometimes you cannot help but complain. Not fully enjoying ones life because of family obligations is a bummer, don't you think?

Where are you, my prince?

Life Magazine

Image like this is one of the reasons why I have been spending loads of my browsing time at Life Magazine's website. The online magazine have a chock-full of albums and pages that features candid and not-so-candid shots of celebrities, animals, and regular people. One of my favorite spots on the site is their archives. Old photos of big stars like Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, Audrey Hepburn; old photos of the historical events of the world such as World War I, the Vietnam War; and other significant events that one could imagine.

I have been thinking of the magazine's equivalent here in the Philippines. There's only one newspaper here that's over a hundred years old: The Manila Bulletin. I wonder if they have a photo archive as comprehensive as Life Magazine's.

White Noise

I don't need a white noise maker to see everything clearly. Every word that has been said and each of them without reason. Reason that would make the situation better. Time is not a very important thing these days. The time spent knowing the person, helping them and keeping them at best interest doesn't count.

9 months of my time have been wasted. Working on something and then being shut off in a snap is not the best way to end things. But I believe everything is happening for the better.

Notes

Things to write about in the coming days:

•  hard drives
• documentary screening
• movie reviews
• book queues
• plans for the holidays

Yes, I have not been a very good blogger lately. I think I have to build that momentum again. That blogging momentum where I will religiously update my blog if not everyday, at least every other day.

Sounds like a brilliant plan. Hoping I can pull it off.

Toms

As much as I wanted to put this photo on a personalized baby photo frame, I think a more simpler frame will do.

Say hello to my red toms. This one is my favorite shoes from the bunch I have. It's just so comfy to walk around wearing these. I got this for only Php200 pesos. A great deal for someone who's after comfort and is also on a budget. It's been with me for two weeks. Been using it when I know that I will be doing a lot of walking, which is my normal day LOL.

In Debt

Being in debt can be a little frustrating. There are things that one should not worry about everyday and being in debt is not one of them. The burden of thinking you owe one something is not ideal.

Yes, there are things that one cannot do anything about debt. One can be indebted to anyone, but not being able to address this matter is not good. One must settle debts immediately to avoid complications in the future. I know someone who lost everything because of unsettled debt.

Debt can changed lives.

Real Steel

The last movie I saw was Captain America. I didn't really plan to see it on 3D, but that Wednesday was my only chance to see it because of work schedule. Some of the trailers that were shown are also in DVD format, and Real Steel is one of them.

Hugh Jackman in a movie is a must-see. The guy exudes a natural vulnerability in him that I really find endearing. In Real Steel, Jackman is a forgotten boxer who finds inspiration from the faith of his kid. The boxing arena is changing and the way to go with the flow is to use robots during fights. The effects are really awesome.

Tahiti 80 Live In Manila on October 21

French Indie-pop band Tahiti 80 will be having their first show here in Manila on October 21. They are the featured band for Terno Recordings' 10 Anniversary. I was ecstatic hearing the news about their concert weeks ago, and now it's only days away!

The concert will also feature Up Dharma Down and Radioactive Sago Project. Now I wonder if the organizers already know about this roadside assistance club. I think it will be of use with manning the roadside situation come concert day.

Behind the Scene

This is what I have been working on for the past months. Shooting and helping out for a friend's documentary that is set to be screened in November. Aside from writing reviews about braided hose and everything in between, I've been spending a lot of time online since my 'counterpart' is in Chicago. It's a challenging task since I do not have my own camera. I only borrow cameras and FlipHD from my generous friends.

I am excited about this project.

Prom

Check out these lovely, lovely prom dresses on sale. I know it's not February yet and not in season, but these deals for plus-sized dresses is a steal.

Bless these stores that offers choices for plus-size women. I admire curvy women because one, I know that I will never be that curvy because it's not in our genes. Two, I feel they are more comfortable with their own body more than slim ones are. Seriously, curvy girls really stand out.

Feline Homes

Does it make sense to design homes to cater to the enjoyment of cat and dog pet owners? Several design firms are grabbing the pet-friendly home idea by the tail and running with it. The demand is there, at least in Japan, claims Fauna Plus DeSIGN and its director, Keiji Hirose, a firm known for designing a custom home for 16 cats. The heart of the home features a cat-climbing tree that serves as a spiral staircase leading up to a catwalk on the second floor of the unit. The catwalk forms a zigzag design and can also be accessed via steps that protrude from the wall, similar to House Taishido’s shelves. Several of the steps are next to small holes in the walls that lead to other rooms.

Ahhh, I better stop gushing to all this cat cuteness and awesomeness and get on writing about www.trustedquote.com. Deadline tonight. Wish me luck!

Preggy

There are things one has to know about garter belts for women.  Garter belts can be used in various situations. Girl situations, that is. I commonly hear of this kind of belt from pregnant women. Oh how they dread that phase of pregnancy...well some of them.  The time when they had to repair their jeans and integrate garters in them. The phase when all of their clothes had to be altered to be able to fit.

But the beauty of it is the anticipation of motherhood. Garters and garter belts is a good sign that something good is coming.

Floor Mats

Look at these toyota floor mats. Do you think it is a suitable gift for my father? I have been thinking about what to give him as a present. Nothing special, I just want to thank him for all his hard work for the past week. He has been juggling his time taking care of us and my mother. Plus I haven't given him anything for his birthday. And a new set of floor mats seem perfect.

What do you guys think?

10 Years

I remember that morning. Preparing for my day ahead for we have our midterm exams. Watching the telly while eating breakfast has been a habit during those times. Hot coffee and pandesal. Typical.

Nothing extraordinary. Then a news flash came in, interrupting the crap that the morning show was featuring. A tall building being hit head on by a plane. The plane was out of nowhere, breaking all of New York's routine. The reporter that day could not contain herself and sobbed as she was delivering the heart-breaking news.

 And today the world remembers. That tragic event that hit the most powerful countries in the world.

Updates

Hello there. I know, I know I have been a bad blogger. Been spending some time looking through raleigh wedding photographers directory. A friend of mine will be getting married this fall and I am making sure that she gets the best photographer out there.

It's funny that most of my friends are starting to settle down. Having their own families and kids. Ah, the marrying age. Putting to much pressure on anyone who reaches that point. But surprising as it is, I am not even bothered by it. I am not on a rush to settle down.

 Anyways, in other news. I miss videoke. And I want to sing this song:

     

Jobs Await

Veterinarian Jobs that is. Yes, I have spent my Saturday morning lazily flipping the pages of the local newspaper, hoping to find sense with the world. News that would give me inspiration to go out there not being scared of what it is that I am bound to take on. Crazy thought in the morning, huh? Well, you'll have some insane things flashing here in there if you haven't had a decent sleep in days.

I have milk tea from Malaysia waiting by my side. Maybe that will give some sense to me.