The Typicals

This is not a band.  Nope.  Not at all.

Butterflies In My Stomach

This is an "unfinished" doodle.

Someone just stopped giving me nauseatic disgusting

unnecessary shameful uncomfortable deadly

butterflies in tummy.

I am now happy!

Bear Feet

Son of Amittai

Try to google "Son of Amittai".  I just doodled/illustrated his story.

“Few of My Favorite Underrated Things”

Oh blog!

It has been a while!

I miss you as much as I miss sleeping in class!

Naaah... I've been actually having some

blog drafts, rotten blog drafts.

If they're food... swear they're probably

spoiled inedible yucky stinky smelling food!

Moving on!  Here's my come-back blog-post.

I'm sharing FEW OF MY

FAVORITE UNDERRATED THINGS!

(as you can read the title, duh) The word

which here means... "didn't make it to be

popular, a hit or become mainstream".

I am somehow sadistically thankful they are NOT

mainstream.

***

I love films.  Watching film is as addictive as drinking coffee.

And I'm pretty obsessed that I
always have movie references in
everything.  Yeah, like Tony DiNozzo!
Congratulations if you know him.

So here's an UNDERRATED FILM,
it's a social film and/or tv-mini-series
that has only 6 wonderful episodes!

Underrated Film: The Beauty Inside

Here's the plot that I legally stole from Wikipedia!

"Everyday Alex wakes up,

he wakes up in a completely different body.

He's the same person on the inside, but on the outside

he's always someone new.And it's been happening for

as long as he can remember.He shares his story through

filmed episodes and real-time conversations with the audience.

Audience members play Alex throughout the experience,

both in filmed episodes and on his Facebook timeline,

via photos and videos,adding to his narrative every step of the way."

It is a total package!
Awe-inspiring story, screenplay, cinematography, characters
(amazing that ordinary people starred in), almost every
freaking thing, and most of all... its message.

Well, although the message is cliche and a lil bit hackneyed,
this social film still nailed it.

P.S.
Mary Elizabeth Winstead was one the factors
why I love this show.

Underrated Artists/Band: Boy (duo)

(Official Music Video: Little Numbers - Boy)

I fell in love with their indie sound.

I can forever listen to Valeska Steiner's voice

and I will forever respect Sonja Glass for her

talent in playing lot of musical instruments.

They're like Adele to me when it comes to lyrics

and melody!

Although that they're not popular

and only few people discovers them...

that fact makes me still wonder why they're not

the other way around.

Their music is therapeutic and too real!

Their songs WAITRESS, LITTLE NUMBERS
and SKIN are outstanding and I'm
sure a lot of people can relate to those.

DRIVE DARLING is dramatic and has an
eerie music video.
OH BOY is a song about a female friendzoner.
BORIS is like a coffee-shop-song and it talks
about a disgusting guy who's hitting on a lady
who's already taken.
JULY is another dramatic song.
RAILWAY is like singing an ordinary but
classy poem, etc. etc. etc.

Just go to Youtube, listen to them and be blown away.

Underrated Book: The Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket

I don't care if the film adaptation was not as

successful as Harry Potter, Narnia and 

Percy Jackson.

I don't care if this is too weird to be a hit.

Here's what Wikipedia tells us:

"This series is most commonly classified as children's fiction,

but it has also been classified in more specific genres

such as gothic literature,or some variety thereof,

whether it is mock-gothic, a satire of gothic literature

neo-Victorian or "suburban gothic". Other genres that the series

have been described as are absurdist fiction,because of its

strange characters, improbable storylines and black comedy."

All I know is that these books of an admirable Lemony Snicket

became part of my life and part of my vocabulary improvement. HA!

The books became my most prized possession.

Yes, I have the 13 books... all of them! in a beautiful

box! with a poster! and bought them during freaking bookstore's sale!

Underrated Website: Flickr.com

http://www.flickr.com/photos/weirdongneknek/

Although billions of photos are being uploaded everyday on Flickr...
I believe that this site is still underrated.
And I just observed that people in here
do not usually broadcast their Flickr on other sites!

Don't know what's wrong but maybe...
just maybe they don't want this site to be mainstream at all.

It's like Tumblr but not a microblog.
It's like Instagram but not nonsense.

It's like a cyber-museum, an awesome cyber-museum!

You'll join groups with same interests and you'll find
extraordinary masterpieces.

Thus, it became my sanctuary as an artist.

What's really cool about this site is that Flick-ple
converse, compliment, try to connect with you!
I love the love I'm getting from this site.

Underrated Personality: Teodoro "Teddyboy" Locsin, Jr.

There are only few people who watch ANC (ABS-CBN News Channel)

and these people do not miss an amazing editorial segment

in World's Tonight.

The segment is called TEDITORIAL and the man who delivers,

I would say... the "Kuya Kim for Opinions"

is Mr. Teodoro "Teddy Boy Locsin, Jr.

He was a politician, he's a lawyer, he's a speechwriter and journalist.

That's legit enough!

I've been his fan and I often agree with what he says.

He is brilliant and I'd like him to be heard by Filipinos.

I find it weird that he only gets few comments and retweets

from @ANCALERTS since Filipinos have enough (or too much)

guts to showoff their opinions.

The only catch is that he speaks English and he...

talks kinda fast.  Anyway, that's his job because

IT IS ANC!  The show isn't a tabloid-like-para-sa-masa

primetime news broadcast.

But if you're like me who cannot grab the TV remote control

and unable to change the channel because there are 

family-interests-issues... FOLLOW @ANCALERTS

and Mr. Teddyboy's blogspot http://www.teddyboylocsin.com/

or watch his videos on Youtube.

Sorry, I am not following him on Twitter.

I don't think he uses the site correctly. Hihihi.

KEEP WELL!

(Pictures and videos aren't mine.  I googled them and search on Youtube.
Except that one with books on a lap. That's me.)

Movie Review: Les Misérables & Silver Linings Playbook

Well, this is the "BETTER LATE THAN NEVER" movie reviews!

I have here... LES MIS and SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK.

May it be your GUIDE if you're thinking of watching them.

I, thank you.

LES MISÉRABLES

Moral Lesson: Don't steal a bread!

I saw this DVD (obviously pirated) when I was cleaning our room.  And yes, I really thought

I've already lost this.  It was given to me 5 years ago and YES, I patiently watched this... this long, long,

you-have-no-idea how looooooong this show was.  And since then, I researched about Les

Miserables.

I was excited when it was one of our topics during our World Literature Class and that we have to watch

the 1998 film although contrary to the class, I'd like it better if it's musical.  Because I believe that

its songs should be heard, should be appreciated!

But, yeah, there are always 2 kinds of people in this planet: those who appreciate musicals and those who underrate it.

THEN THE LONG WAIT WAS ULTIMATELY OVER!

Finally, someone made a musical film of Les Miserables!
I seriously got overexcited to see it. (Like, totally!)

IMDB: In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, who for decades has been hunted by the ruthless policeman Javert after he breaks parole, agrees to care for factory worker Fantine's daughter, Cosette. The fateful decision changes their lives forever. Director:  Tom Hooper

...

A lot of people expected this film to be AWESOME.

Like, "IT MUST MAKE ME CRY", "IT MUST GIVE GOOSEBUMPS!"

and "IT HAS TO GET AWARDS"

That, I think, is GINOURMOUS PRESSURE to the production.

But, yeah, I'm one of those people who prayed for this film

to be an EPIC GREAT (NOT EPIC FAIL).

Voila!

God is good that He made it classic and timeless!

Speaking of Catholic faith, I bet those who didn't know that

this Victor Hugo's novel was actually SPIRITUAL dropped their jaw.

I think especially at the part when Jean Valjean praised and prayed to

God that He is always with him... yet ironically, he was sent to jail because

he just freaking stole a loaf of bread.

And as expected, too, most viewers were sucker and cried at the cinema.

I'm raising my hand to that.

Meanwhile, I guess the crowd was divided when it comes to the "not-lip-sync" thing.

In my opinion, I'm with those who like it. I like the perfect imperfection of the actor/singers.

 

 

 

So as usual... I have to say why is it a THUMBS-UP and/or a THUMBS-DOWN.

THUMBS-UP:  The-King's-Speech-maker made this thus no doubt

the cinematography is excellent.  Just excellent.  This is also visually impressive!

THUMBS-DOWN:  (Call me bigoted, I have nothing to contribute here.)

How about the "real" and "paid" critics?

(via IMDB)

DRINKING GAME:

1. Someone pronounces a name wrongly
2. Someone is dying while saying something/singing
3. Someone's dress/outfit is not matched to the public

NEXT FILM?

TA-DA!

SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK

The Bipolars Rule!

IMDB: After a stint in a mental institution, former teacher Pat Solitano moves back in with his parents and tries to reconcile with his ex-wife. Things get more challenging when Pat meets Tiffany, a mysterious girl with problems of her own.  Director:  David O. Russell

I regret not seeing this on big screen.

It is embarrassing to confess that I got only interested with this

when Jennifer Lawrence won the Oscar.  Yes, that's em-bar-ras-sing!

I was also a sucker at this.  How come a chick flick made me cry?!

(Is it a chick flick, anyway?)  This film is full of awesomeness

and I can watch it over and over again.  

This lines are perfect:

1. "I opened up to you and you judged me!" - Tiffany
2. "The only way you can beat my crazy was by doing something crazy yourself.  Thank you.  I love you.  I knew it the minute I met you. I'm sorry it took so long for me to catch up.  I just got stuck." - Pat

THUMBS-UP:  The story, the characters, the lines, the love, the excitement, the thrill,

Jennifer Lawrence, the garbage bag, the lesson.  It's a perfect 10!!!

THUMBS-DOWN:  (i just said... it's a perfect 10.)

Everyone has their own craziness and you don't have to have a mental disorder

just to be called CRAZY.  Everyone is MAD.

If you'll reflect on this film, you'll think about your own MADNESS, your own "THING".

Then I'd like to say the "romance" part is actually the bonus.

The Hangover guy and Katniss nailed it!  They clicked although it's obvious

that Cooper is a lot older than Lawrence.  But they really clicked and

everyone loves it!

Does Jennifer Lawrence deserve the Oscar?

I haven't seen the other nominees' performance but I can't afford to

watch more films these days.

I'll just have this conclusion that she has this outstanding appearance

that you can't think of any other actresses who can do the character better.

So I have this half-cooked "YES" to answer that question.

She really is a brilliant and versatile performer!  This film is an evidence.

I AM HIGHLY RECOMMENDING THIS FILM!!!  EXCELSIOR!!!

(via IMDB)

DRINKING GAME:

1. Someone says "Fuck", "Fucking" or "Fucker"
2. When you see the TV remote controls
3. Someone says "Parlay"
4. When someone runs

Who won't admire this lady?

DOODLE-BOOKMARKS

(some of them are sold, some of them are used...

and some of them are gone.)

please visit this site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/weirdongneknek/

(I've been dreaming to be featured on http://www.doodlersanonymous.com)

(Is that too much to ask? Huhuhu.)

(inspired by 500 days of summer)

Liham Para Sa Kanila

Para sa LCCians:

                Isa na akong alumnae ng LaCo, like, for real!  Tuluyan na akong pinalisan ng humubog saking institusyon.  Para na rin akong lumaya sa rehab!  Hihi!  Sa aking pagkawala sa hawla ng pagiging isang kolehiyo, meron na akong degree!  Maging inspirasyon nawa ang pagtatapos namin sa inyong mga undergrads. 

Nawa magpatuloy ang improvement, hindi lamang ng mga facility at curriculum kundi pati na rin ng mga estudyante, kayo bilang produkto ng paaralan.

                Pagpalain nawa ang pagsisikap niyo sa pagkamit ng inyong mga mithiin, pangarap, ambisyon, inaasam, at mga dine-day-dream sa buhay.  At para sa pankaragdagang hiling… sana ay lalong magsumiklab ang sense of leadership sa mga nagaalab ninyong puso bilang mga Agustino.

Para sa LCCT-JPIA:

Mahal kong mga ka-CPA (currently pursuing accountancy), iiwan ko na ang aking posisyon bilang presidente ng organisasyon pero di ko iiwan at hinding-hindi ko iiwan ang posisyon kong “ATE” sa inyong lahat.

Sinubukan kong magkaroon ng isang magandang taon ang ating org, ang ating samahan.  I know I failed often and thus I want those failures to teach us a lesson, especially to the new set of officers.

Gusto ko sanang sabihin sa inyo na sa loob ng isang taon na yun… ako ay PROUD NA PROUD sa ating department dahil hindi kumukupas ang tatak nating PALABAN, LAGING MAY IBUBUGA AT LAGING MASAYA (parang mga buang lang. haha!).  Carry on lang dapat!  Carry on lang, JPIANS!

Gusto kong sa inyo mismo manggaling ang tiwala at paniniwalang hindi lang pang-academics ang mga kumukuha ng Accountancy kundi maaasahan din pagdating sa extra-curricular!  Hindi-hindi niyo pagsisisihan ang mga pagsisikap na ginagawa niyo dahil iyan mismo ang HUHUBOG SA INYONG PAGKATAO.

                Tandaan din na… WHAT MATTERS MOST ISN’T THE REWARD OF YOUR WORKS, BUT WHAT YOU’VE BECOME AFTER DOING THEM.

                Lahat ng pagkapanalo (Film Fest, Cheer Dance, Ballroom Showdown at kung ano pa man), hindi na natin halos alintana yung mga trophy at sashes, ang mas ikinasaya natin ay ang naging mas matibay ang samahan ng JPIA, ang nagdidiwang tayo at nagpaparty-party bilang isang malaking pamilya dahil sa mga tagumpay.  Di ba?

                Sinubukan kong maging isang mabuting leader at Ate sa inyo.  Hindi man naging sapat, at least I tried.  Ahihihi.  I do not regret those activisms I made just to fight for our thirst for camaraderie outside the campus.  I guess that’s the reason why I didn’t get any citation for being a leader.  Still, I feel great that I had a thing to fight for… a thing that I believe will enhance us as Philippines’ accounting students.

                

MAHAL NA MAHAL KO KAYO, NANINIWALA AKO SA INYONG KAKAYAHAN AT LAGI KO KAYONG IPAGMAMALAKI.  ‘Wag lang magbasag-ulo hah!  Haha!

P.S.  Thank you so much, Miss Canta for being our organization’s federation year adviser.  Salamat po sa pagtitiis at pagtya-tyaga sa aming kakulitan…  At least po makulit lang, di po kami pasaway.  Nyehehe!

Para sa bagong Tan-Awan Editorial Board:

GOOD LUCK!

…

P.S.  PLEASE DO YOUR BEST!  HUWAG NATING HAYAANG MAWALA MULI ANG PUBLICATION OFFICE.  IPINAGLABAN NAMIN YAN NOONG S.Y. 2010-2011.  IBINALIK YAN PARA I-ENHANCE ANG CREATIVITY NG MGA TALENTED LCCT COLLEGE STUDENTS AT PARA MAKILALA ANG COLLEGE DEPARTMENT BILANG ISANG AKTIBONG INSTITUSYON. AND PLEASE, HUWAG NIYONG PABABAYAAN SI DR. SAYAS.  MAHAL NA MAHAL NAMIN YAN.  HUWAG NIYONG LAGPASAN ANG LEVEL NG PAGKA-PASAWAY NAMIN.  AHIHIHI.  GOD BLESS!

Para kay Dr. Magdalena “Nena” Sayas:

Doctor, salamat po sa pagiging nanay ko sa school, pagiging dakilang moral-support, tagapag-palakas ng loob, ang super-duper naniniwala sa aking mga kakayahan...  Sa totoo lang po, hindi sapat ang salitang “SALAMAT” para sa lahat po ng naitulong niyo sakin.

Isa po kayo sa may napakalaking impacts kung bakit po ako GANITO NGAYON.  Don’t worry po, doctor, nasa lucid interval po ako ngayon.  Hahaha! 

Working at the publication office challenged me MENTALLY (dapat may remedy agad kung nano-nosebleed), SPIRITUALLY (dapat laging “to God be the glory), SOCIALLY (dapat walang hiya), PHYSICALLY (takbo dito, takbo dun) AND DIGESTIVELY (kasi lagi po kayong may pakain. Thank you po. Hihi!)

Natutuwa po ako na napakalaki po ng tiwala niyo sa aking mga talento.  Nagugulat po ako minsan na nagagawa ko yung mga bagay na di ko inakalang kaya ko pala talaga gawin!

Parang “GALING NA DI KO INAKALA!”.  Kapag nangangailangan kayo ng “MA-“ART”-E”, ako agad ang hanap ninyo, inasahan niyo po ako sa page-edit ng dyaryo, literary folio at kung ano-ano pa, napilit niyo po akong mag-translate ng English sa Tagalog at Tagalog sa English.

Pero alam ko po na sa isa lang kayo nadi-disappoint sakin.  Yun ay ang sa haba-haba ng panahon… hanggang ngayon ay di pa rin ako marunong mag-Spanish.  Ako na naturingang… “ANAK NI DR. SAYAS” ay boplaks sa Espanyol.  Que ironico?!

MARAMING MARAMING SALAMAT PO SA TIWALA’T PAGMAMAHAL.

Ang lahat po ng words of wisdom ninyo para sa akin ay patuloy pa rin pong lumalamon sa aking mga self-doubts.  At dahil po sa inyong paghubog… sisikapin ko po na matupad ang hiling ninyong maging isang Published Writer ako at bumalik sa aking Alma Mater para sa publication office nito.  I LOVE YOU PO, IDOL!

  

Para kay Ma’am Sharon Balahadia:

                Dear Ma’am Sha…

                Bakit niyo po ako pinaiyak?  Hehe!

                Lahat po ng sinabi ko sa Facebook ay totoo at ginawa ko po yun habang umiiyak ng wagas. 

                Salamat at pinagkatiwalaan ninyo akong mag-tutor kay Denise.  Naniwala po kayong kaya ko kahit na first time ko lang po ang mag-tutor ng chikiting.  Hindi po ako nahirapan kasi pareho po kaming weird in a cute way.  Haha! Mamimiss ko po makipagkulitan kay Denise. 

                Salamat po na pinalakas niyo po ang aking loob lalo na nung nag-break down ako.  Nag-sink in po sa akin yung text niyo na ang bottomline ay… DON’T GIVE UP and BE STRONGER.  Na parang… FLOWER BLOOMS IN ADVERSITY IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL!  Thus, I am beautiful! NAKS!

                It is true that you’re such a BLESSING TO THE LCCT COLLEGE COMMUNITY.  You love your students in an extraordinary way.  Yung may BOOM na pagmamahal at pakikisama.

                Thank you for understanding and sorry po ulit sa mga pagkakataong na-disappoint ko po kayo.  Sorry po at na-badtrip po kayo during General Assembly ng R4 JPIA.  Pero laking tuwa po at naging proud po kami sa inyo dahil ipinagtanggol niyo po kami sa event na yun.

                GOD BLESS you and your family.  Keep on rocking!  Thank you for being awesome!

P.S.  Gusto ko po yung “NOT WITH A FIZZLE BUT WITH A BANG!” spirit.  May it always be the principle of office of student affairs.

Para sa Penguins:

                I can sum up my message in three words… I LOVE YOU!

                (Halata bang tinamad na ako? Hahaha! Saka na yung senyo.  Aayusin ko muna HARLEM-SHAKE SCANDAL natin!)

Nagmamahal,

LCCT Alumnae/LCCT-JPIA President '12-13/Editor in Chief '12-13/Nag-sideline-Tutor/Degree-Holder-Na!