Reality Bites!

Cody Says....

It's April Fools Day today everyone, so BEWARE of all the pranks out there.. May it be issues, news, stories, etc.. I remembered the last time I read the La Sallian newspaper, way back 2006. There's an article on using La Salle ID as LRT pass. It's like LRT pass and ID in one. When I read it out to my blockmates who usually rides the train, they were amazed and excited about the news. They almost believed it, when we saw the month issue. APRIL. We all looked at each other, and laughed out loud. We were fooled! hahahaha! so, beware, ok? =)

Going back, here are snapshots of reality to open our eyes in our current situation.. A simple reminder..

We usually drink coffee to socialize and have a lifestyle even though the weather is HOT.

Because of the current economic crisis and recession, almost all graduates are having a hard time looking for a job. Our country is like a desert, that we all want to quench our thirst for a job, instead of water. =p



This one shows how selfish we are, sometimes, when it comes to money. As a son/daughter, our parents are very proud once we graduate, because they work very hard to be able to send us to school and have good manners. Isn't giving them a share on your salary is just a way of appreciating their hard work for us?

Anyway, enough of this. Time to share to you these miniature landscapes. How I wish I could do something like these.

At first glance, it kinda look real.. right?

That's all for now! and Holy week is fast approaching.. Have a great (although short) summer vacation! =D

EDIT: Wasn't able to post in the morning, so yeah, April Fools is probably yesterday already. :P


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TAGCOM!

Debi says..

Hooray for toys! I remember back in the day when I attended my first anime event, which was the 1st NCC or the National Cosplay Competition. Sure there were a lot of cosplayers in all their glory, but there were also display stands of really cool model kits and toys from collectors. I really liked Gundam kits back then, but never got the chance to build one. But now that I can manage to squeeze one kit every now and then, and it's all good.

Recently I attended an event dubbed TAGCOM 3rd Strike: Toys and Hobby Collections at the Robinsons Midtown Mall last Saturday, March 1. It was a 2-day event, but I only went on the second day to see the cosplayers, which is always a welcome sight in any otaku event. Arrived at the mall around 2pm, and managed to snap some pictures while looking around for some really neat stuff.
















Saw this section of the place (which is by the way pretty small than all the events I've been to) where these really cool RC cars were drifting. Here's a vid:



loved the part at 00:14 :P

and like all new collectors, it's hard to resist to see a limited edition model kit on sale. XD



Hooray for new dev! Now I am excited for Ozine Fest 2k9. :D


EDIT: Goodies from Japan just arrived, and another hooray + woot woot for these!



Codi's gonna kill me. ^^;
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Texas Smoke'em!

Debi ate..

at Texas Smoke'em restaurant last night for some catch-up with my fellow S11 blockmates at DLSU-Manila It was all in good time, because it was dinner after a hard day's work, and then some who came just to eat and have a good time with good friends..

Early birds were me, Kev, Bayce, Allen and Czed. We had some Jalapeno Nachos which were consumed faster than you can say "Sarap!". And it was pretty cool too, because there were yellow and violet, and some pink chips. Again, didn't have the time to take a picture. Tsk.

And then the people started piling up. I looked at their menu, and I have to say that the prices were very reasonable. I didn't have the time to take pictures here and there because it's really been a while since we all sat down and talk to each other. What I do have a picture of, is this one:

Yeap, Beer and the others have done a lot in making everyone a little more beautiful/handsome. Thanks, Beer and friends! Now we know why we are 6.7 billion strong, and counting..

So we ordered, and I got me one of these:

That's half a slab of baby back ribs, BBQ Sausages, Chorizo Rice, Mexican Chili, with some Banana Chips. For less than 500 pesos. NEAT. YUM. I actually didn't eat some afternoon snacks just for this one.

And since I was really in a tight spot on the table, I just let the others do the picture-taking.

Almost the same people. Others were too busy chomping down their food. Hate vegetables much? I think those are Romain lettuces leftovers.. Haha

S11, we should do this more often.. :D I really enjoyed eating and hanging around with you guys.. and about three girls. (Bayce, Kat, and the late but jolly Rose).

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A Trip to Manila Ocean Park - Oceanarium experience

Debi and Cody went....

to Manila Ocean Park last December 6 (sorry for the late post). We got there by riding a bus and a taxi. I know for sure there are other ways of commuting going to MOP.


Admission are 400php for Adults and 350php for Kids (4.5 ft. and below) or you could get it free! if you are 2 feet and below.. Discounts are also given to schools, corporate, events, etc.


We got there at around 11am. Luckily even though there were a lot of students having their field trip, we didn't have to wait in a long line. (whew!)

Our journey to the Oceanarium is divided into many stops.

The first stop was Agos. There's an artificial waterfall and of course, fishes. We felt like we were inside a forest.

Here are some of the pics..

OscarTheir natural diet consists primarily of aquatic and terrestrial insects. They also do take care of their young.

Ocellate River Stingray


Philippine Crocodile
These crocodiles grow no more than 3 meters and female crocodiles are slightly smaller. It is one of endangered species.

Starfish

and this fly caught the attention of Debi. If you look closely on the picture, it looks like it is praying (according to him).

Excited on the next stop? It's Bahura.

Blue Damsel

Harlequin Tuskfish
We find this fish very interesting. According to its description, this Harlequin Tuskfish starts life female. The dominant female tuskfish undergoes a physical sex change to become male. wooooow!

Common SeahorseFYI: Seahorses and pipefishes are the only animals in which males become "pregnant". Go Seahorses!

Pajama CardinalfishThese fish are nocturnal and do most of their feeding at nighttime. They are also known for being mouth brooders where eggs are incubated inside the mouth of the fish.

Giant Spider Crab
This giant spider crab is the largest living arthropod. It is believed to have a life expectancy of up to 100 years. It also lives on cold water. A lot were taking a picture with this giant spider crab. I think this was the most popular among all.

Longhorn Cowfish
Longhorn cowfish is a type of boxfish. When stressed, this species can exude a deadly toxin so beware!!

Clown Anemonefish
Finding Nemo?

Bluespotted Ribbontail Ray

Estuarine Stonefish
Motionless!! It makes a shallow depression by scooping up sand or mud with its pectoral fins until it is piled up around the sides of its body. It is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the most venomous fish in the world.

Common Lionfish

Sailfin TangAlso known as "Labahita" or "Surahan".

Rockmover Wrasse

Watch this rockmover wrasse move some reefs. Amazing, isn't it?

We'll now move on to Laot. It has 4 big distinct aquarium that displays assortment of fish in different sizes.


On Buhay na Karagatan, you'll get to experience a slice of ocean life! You can see a variety of fishes from Blue damsel to stingray.. It would be different, if you get to experience it.


and the last one, Pating.

After a long walk of Oceanarium journey, we tried out the fish spa that costs 120php for 20 minutes.
This Doctor Fish or also known as Nibble fish consume dead skin cells.. The process is free of pain and does not hurt, but you'll feel a tingling sensation on your feet.! Believe me, it tickles! While we're having fish spa, we also read the story behind it. It was pretty cool.

Debi's Top 3 picks are:

• Giant Spider Crab
• Philippine Crocodile
• Clown Anemonefish

Cody's Top 3 picks are:

• Harlequin Tuskfish
• Stingray
• Rockmover wrasse
  

So there, Debicody at Manila Ocean Park - Oceanarium. (reporting! lol)
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Manny Pacquiao and Crab Mentality

Debi Says..

I was listening to Good times with Mo right now and their callers were giving their opinions regarding the recently concluded (and proudly ended by Pacquiao) the Dream Match against Dela Hoya. Two of their callers voiced out that the match was staged, and that Dela Hoya was just being a business man and was in it for the money.

And I agree with what Mo and Grace Lee were pushing for. I mean, come on, this clearly is a sign of Crab Mentality striking us again as Filipinos. Why can't we just accept that Manny Pacquiao IS a great boxer, and is comemorated as the best pound-by-pound boxing fighter in the world, and that he can beat Oscar Dela Hoya just like this?



Would you really think that as someone as great as Oscar Dela Hoya, would concede for the money? Would let his pride be pummeled, throwing away his legacy? Pacquiao simply was the faster, fitter, and better fighter that day, on that square ring, with people watching. Let's say Dela Hoya went for the money, but why didn't he give a KO to Pacquiao? That would have skyrocketed his earnings if he was the one promoting the fight. But no. He just had to give up, because he's a true blue boxer, and wouldn't want to get knocked out, if he had the chance.

Let's just be proud that somewhere out there, a Filipino is etching his name in the world. Let us all be inspired by what he has done for the country, and that in our own little ways, we could someday be like him.

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Christmas Toycon!

Debi says..

It's a great morning today.. so yeah. :D While I was looking back on some missed plurks over the weekend (I only get the chance to surf and post during office. LOL), I stumbled upon kizika's plurk regarding the an upcoming toycon. Since I recently converted into a Gundamaniac, I just had to take a look at this event.


It has a tagline of "there's always a good side in every bad guy[s]", so maybe their "good side" is to let you buy them for Christmas. So they can corrupt you and rule the world. XD I see Apocalypse of X-Men, Dr. Doom of Marvel, The Joker, Chucky, a Zaku, and one mean-looking You-Know-Who. ToyCon

Gotta ready my 20 peso Royal Tru Orange coin deposit for this one.

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Smart's Advertising Gimmick

Debi says..

I was strolling around SM Southmall with my parents to help them with the groceries, and that's when I saw this:

Pretty neat, huh? The boys from Smart Communications were really giving out fliers, and bringing this huge thing on their backs.

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