Heard and Seen
Two teenagers waiting for a ride were talking (in Filipino but here is my English version):
Girl: Whatever happened to us?
Boy: There is no us!
Girl: What?
Boy: There never was!
Girl: But you text me everyday! You call me every night! We go on dates! We watch movies together! You even hold my hands (this last one said with a very soft voice I almost didn't catch it).
Boy: But did ever hear me say I love you?
Girl: Tears....tears....tears....She cried a lot I thought there would be a second Ondoy.
I really do not know who to blame here. Did the girl assume too much? I mean the guy didn't profess his love, right? Or did the boy played with the girl's emotion? But whoever is at fault, my heart goes to the girl. I pity her because I could see that she was really hurt. I think she really loves the boy.
Seen
While eating at the Food Court of Robinsons Galleria, I saw two girls seating next to each other. One was putting on blush on while the other was applying lip gloss (that kind where you need to use a brush attached to the cap of the lip gloss tube).
After about a minute of this beautification process, the girl using the blush on handed the kit to the other girl and the other girl in turn handed the lip gloss to her. Then they used whatever they have now in their hands.
Can you really share those stuff? I mean I could possibly accept sharing blush on but not lip gloss. Can you? It's like the two of them kissed.
Heard and seen
Customer: Are these pearls real?
Sales lady: Yes ma'am, they are real.
Customer: But they do not look real.
Sales lady: Ma'am if you want pearls that really look real then you should have this (shows another string of pearls taken from the lower display cabinet).
Customer: What's the difference?
Sales lady: These are more real (mas totoo) than the other string.
So what does that make of the other string? Sort of real? Somewhat real? Semi real? Class A? AA? AAA? Quadruple A?
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Do You Like Rainy Days?
"It is a rainy day today" - I heard the preschool pupils say when the teacher asked them to describe the weather. They were so energetic when they shouted that out. I wonder where they get their energy on such a bed-weather day.
Do you like rainy days? If you'd ask me I'd say not really. You see traffic in Manila usually turns from bad to worse whenever it rains. You could also immediately expect flooding in some streets after a few minutes of rain. And to top it all, it is difficult to look for a cab. It seems that rainwater melts cabs. If you are lucky enough to find an unoccupied cab, the driver will ask you for 'dagdag' (30 to 100 pesos addition to the fare).
I also find it difficult to drag myself to work when it is raining. The bed just seems to be pulling me harder during these times. If I am successful in bringing my self to work, I usually feel sluggish.
Please don't get me wrong. There are also things I like about the rain. The cool weather it brings for example is very much welcome for me. I perspire a lot so I love it when the surroundings is cool.
Life in Manila has also become so fast in the recent years. The rainy season sort of calms people down.
Why am I talking about the rain again? Ah! Because of the preschoolers I heard telling their teacher that it is a rainy day today.
I hope you don't get stuck in traffic tonight folks.
Do you like rainy days? If you'd ask me I'd say not really. You see traffic in Manila usually turns from bad to worse whenever it rains. You could also immediately expect flooding in some streets after a few minutes of rain. And to top it all, it is difficult to look for a cab. It seems that rainwater melts cabs. If you are lucky enough to find an unoccupied cab, the driver will ask you for 'dagdag' (30 to 100 pesos addition to the fare).
I also find it difficult to drag myself to work when it is raining. The bed just seems to be pulling me harder during these times. If I am successful in bringing my self to work, I usually feel sluggish.
Please don't get me wrong. There are also things I like about the rain. The cool weather it brings for example is very much welcome for me. I perspire a lot so I love it when the surroundings is cool.
Life in Manila has also become so fast in the recent years. The rainy season sort of calms people down.
Why am I talking about the rain again? Ah! Because of the preschoolers I heard telling their teacher that it is a rainy day today.
I hope you don't get stuck in traffic tonight folks.
Friday, June 3, 2011
The RH (Reproductive Health) Bill
Much has been said about the RH bill. A lot of people have already expressed - in different manners - their thoughts about it. I have not read the fine prints about it so it's difficult to really go out and join debates. But this does not mean that I do not have my stand about it. My position is that I am not in favor of it primarily because I believe in the church's stand that we should preserve life at all times. In my opinion, allowing people to have a hand in deciding whether a child could and should live or not is a no-no.
Yes, we have been given free will by our creator. We can pretty much choose freely because we have been given the intellect to do so. But you, there are also rules that have been set. The Bible has set of rules that we have to live by - the 10 Commandments for example.
I am afraid of what the RH bill could do to the values system of the Filipinos. It is possible that it will give our youth the courage to have sex with just about anyone because they no longer have fear about 'accidental' pregnancy. It is also possible that it will give men (and women) the courage to 'play around' because they know they can be 'safe'. Think about what it can do to the family.
If RH bill existed in the past, it is possible that I wouldn't be here writing this blog. I could have been that fertilized egg cell that failed to attach itself to the uterus of my mom because of some plastic with string placed in there. It is possible that one of our senators wouldn't be there in the senate giving his or her privilege speech because the sperm cell that would fertilize the egg cell from his or her mom was blocked by a thin sheet of rubber. Think about this: the fertilized egg that was chemically killed could have been YOU!
Yes, we have been given free will by our creator. We can pretty much choose freely because we have been given the intellect to do so. But you, there are also rules that have been set. The Bible has set of rules that we have to live by - the 10 Commandments for example.
I am afraid of what the RH bill could do to the values system of the Filipinos. It is possible that it will give our youth the courage to have sex with just about anyone because they no longer have fear about 'accidental' pregnancy. It is also possible that it will give men (and women) the courage to 'play around' because they know they can be 'safe'. Think about what it can do to the family.
If RH bill existed in the past, it is possible that I wouldn't be here writing this blog. I could have been that fertilized egg cell that failed to attach itself to the uterus of my mom because of some plastic with string placed in there. It is possible that one of our senators wouldn't be there in the senate giving his or her privilege speech because the sperm cell that would fertilize the egg cell from his or her mom was blocked by a thin sheet of rubber. Think about this: the fertilized egg that was chemically killed could have been YOU!
Friday, May 20, 2011
Tips to pass job interviews - learn from these examples
Looking for tips to pass job interviews? I'm not gonna give you tips but you can read these examples to guide you. Know what to do and what not to do during interviews.
Interviewer: What is your major in Educ?
Applicant: Reading.
I: That's good! So you love reading.
A: Yes! I love reading so much.
I: What types of books do you read?
A: Self-help books because they uplift me whenever I'm down.
I: How often do you read self-help books?
A: Almost everyday!
I: Does that mean you feel down everyday?
A: Ah....ahh....ahh
I: What subjects can you teach aside from English!
A: Reading!
I: (smiles)
A: Oh! Reading is English! Ah...Ah...
Personality problem? hmmmm
............
Interviewer: Good morning!
Applicant: Hi sir!
I: Tell me something about yourself.
A: Hi I'm Maria (fictional name, of course). I'm 24 years old. I'm single. I do not go out a lot, that's why. But once in a while I go out with friends to watch movies.
I: (smiles). Go on!
A: We also party sometimes.
Are we close already or are you trying to flirt with me?
..........
Interviewer: Good morning!
Applicant: Good morning!
I: Have a seat!
A: Thank you!
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.
.
I: So why did you leave your last job?
A: They do not pay well. And we are overworked.
I: (smiles)
A: And they do not have overtime pay.
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I: Do you have any question?
A: How much is the salary here?
Money! Money! Money!
Interviewer: What is your major in Educ?
Applicant: Reading.
I: That's good! So you love reading.
A: Yes! I love reading so much.
I: What types of books do you read?
A: Self-help books because they uplift me whenever I'm down.
I: How often do you read self-help books?
A: Almost everyday!
I: Does that mean you feel down everyday?
A: Ah....ahh....ahh
I: What subjects can you teach aside from English!
A: Reading!
I: (smiles)
A: Oh! Reading is English! Ah...Ah...
Personality problem? hmmmm
............
Interviewer: Good morning!
Applicant: Hi sir!
I: Tell me something about yourself.
A: Hi I'm Maria (fictional name, of course). I'm 24 years old. I'm single. I do not go out a lot, that's why. But once in a while I go out with friends to watch movies.
I: (smiles). Go on!
A: We also party sometimes.
Are we close already or are you trying to flirt with me?
..........
Interviewer: Good morning!
Applicant: Good morning!
I: Have a seat!
A: Thank you!
.
.
.
.
.
I: So why did you leave your last job?
A: They do not pay well. And we are overworked.
I: (smiles)
A: And they do not have overtime pay.
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.
I: Do you have any question?
A: How much is the salary here?
Money! Money! Money!
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Filipino Time - Why are many Filipinos always late?
It's 6:57 pm. I'm still typing this post. That means I'll be late for my 7 pm appointment. Terribly late.
Why do many Filipinos come late for their appointments? Why is there Filipino Time?
Hmmm. I wonder. Is it because we know that Filipinos are also generally 'understanding' so it is okay to be tardy? Is it because many Filipinos are really lazy (Juan Tamad, remember?)?
Whatever the reason is, it is really such as shame to have this attitude, don't you think? Tsk, tsk, tsk. So what am I waiting for? I should be going, right? Tsk, tsk, tsk.
Did I make sense? No? No! I didn't think so too. Whatever, I just wanted to write. Sorry to waste your time.
But seriously, I just want to ask your opinions regarding this. Please share your thoughts at the comments section below. Then I'll write something about this topic again as soon as I get really nice responses. Thanks! Gotta go!
Why do many Filipinos come late for their appointments? Why is there Filipino Time?
Hmmm. I wonder. Is it because we know that Filipinos are also generally 'understanding' so it is okay to be tardy? Is it because many Filipinos are really lazy (Juan Tamad, remember?)?
Whatever the reason is, it is really such as shame to have this attitude, don't you think? Tsk, tsk, tsk. So what am I waiting for? I should be going, right? Tsk, tsk, tsk.
Did I make sense? No? No! I didn't think so too. Whatever, I just wanted to write. Sorry to waste your time.
But seriously, I just want to ask your opinions regarding this. Please share your thoughts at the comments section below. Then I'll write something about this topic again as soon as I get really nice responses. Thanks! Gotta go!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Territorial Cough - Secure Your Place
'Ahem!'
This is a sound made when one is trying to suppress a cough, when one has sore throat or when one wants other people to know of his presence.
The last type is called the territorial cough. Where do you often hear it? Yes! It is commonly heard in public toilets. When you are inside a cubicle and you hear someone outside, you make the territorial cough to let the other person know that the cubicle is occupied. It gives you a sense of security that your privacy will not be invaded.
In other areas of our life we also have different versions of the territorial cough. Here are some examples. At work, if you are holding a position of importance, you do the territorial cough in different forms like walking with your chin up, dressing better than the rest, showing a little 'bossy-ness' and acting with confidence. These things help you 'remind' others of the position you are holding.
In the community, those who belong to the 'upper class' also exhibit the territorial cough in various forms. Some would always make it a point to be well-dressed (again better than others) in public. Others would make a way to let other people know how much they spent for this or that car or for this or that party. Still others would give generous donations in church or charity events. Doing these things secures their spot in the community.
You, what's your territorial cough?
This is a sound made when one is trying to suppress a cough, when one has sore throat or when one wants other people to know of his presence.
The last type is called the territorial cough. Where do you often hear it? Yes! It is commonly heard in public toilets. When you are inside a cubicle and you hear someone outside, you make the territorial cough to let the other person know that the cubicle is occupied. It gives you a sense of security that your privacy will not be invaded.
In other areas of our life we also have different versions of the territorial cough. Here are some examples. At work, if you are holding a position of importance, you do the territorial cough in different forms like walking with your chin up, dressing better than the rest, showing a little 'bossy-ness' and acting with confidence. These things help you 'remind' others of the position you are holding.
In the community, those who belong to the 'upper class' also exhibit the territorial cough in various forms. Some would always make it a point to be well-dressed (again better than others) in public. Others would make a way to let other people know how much they spent for this or that car or for this or that party. Still others would give generous donations in church or charity events. Doing these things secures their spot in the community.
You, what's your territorial cough?
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Venus Raj, the young Macho Dancing boy and Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez
Quite a lot of issues have hugged the limelight in the last few months. Some of them are funny. Some are irritating. Others are just plain stupid. Anyway, here are some of the stories I've been meaning to react to.
One funny issue is Venus Raj's hair during the Bb. Pilipinas 2011 coronation night. I know this issue is not going to shape the country in anyway but I still find it 'cute' so let me write about it. Her stylist made her hair curly. No! Not those big curls to make the hair 'big and bouncy'. Small waves were made. One comment on twitter says 'Nuestra Senora del Venus Raj'. The one who twitted it is obviously saying that her hair looks like that of a 'poon' (image of a saint ) or Sto. Nino. She is the model of a hair conditioner so what was her stylist thinking. But you know, they were able to use it (the situation) wisely in her newest commercial. Look for transcripts of the presscon for that commercial and read between the lines. Watch the commercial carefully and you will also see a connection. Genius!(This makes me wonder if it was really done on purpose.)
Another issue that made twitter and facebook really busy was that of Willing Willie and the young 'macho dancing' boy. A lot of comments have been said. Threats of legal cases have been hurled from all sides. But for me, the real issue is simple. Just know the difference between being an adult and being a child and you will know what (or who?) is right and wrong. A child may want something (desperately) but you do not necessarily need to give in. If it's going to have negative effects on the child then why allow him or her. Yes, it is an adults responsibility to make a child happy but it is also his or her responsibility to protect the child from anything that will harm him or her now or in the future. And also, not because a child has done something several times in the past means you can allow him to do it again and again. Doing something repeatedly does not make that something right. Right?
The ombudsman issue has also occupied a lot of precious newspaper space. It has been in the news for a rather long time already. However, last I heard, ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez has already resigned. Some are happy about it. Some are not. Some are happy because she is already out of office they can put somebody they trust (hopefully not somebody they are intending to turn into their own version of Mercy). Some are not happy because they can longer put her on trial (impeachment trial). They say there are also senators who are not happy because they will not be able to show their 'skills' in debate on national tv. They say some are looking forward to it because they need this 'show' to boost their popularity for the next elections. For me, there is really no need for that impeachment case. No need for it to go on tv. People have already judged her anyway. People already have their own conclusions. Thus, I think, it would be better for the case to be tried in a court where there will be no television cameras. It could be in an RTC, in the Sandigan Bayan, the Supreme Court - wherever - just as long as it will not be used to advance the career or popularity of someone.
One funny issue is Venus Raj's hair during the Bb. Pilipinas 2011 coronation night. I know this issue is not going to shape the country in anyway but I still find it 'cute' so let me write about it. Her stylist made her hair curly. No! Not those big curls to make the hair 'big and bouncy'. Small waves were made. One comment on twitter says 'Nuestra Senora del Venus Raj'. The one who twitted it is obviously saying that her hair looks like that of a 'poon' (image of a saint ) or Sto. Nino. She is the model of a hair conditioner so what was her stylist thinking. But you know, they were able to use it (the situation) wisely in her newest commercial. Look for transcripts of the presscon for that commercial and read between the lines. Watch the commercial carefully and you will also see a connection. Genius!(This makes me wonder if it was really done on purpose.)
Another issue that made twitter and facebook really busy was that of Willing Willie and the young 'macho dancing' boy. A lot of comments have been said. Threats of legal cases have been hurled from all sides. But for me, the real issue is simple. Just know the difference between being an adult and being a child and you will know what (or who?) is right and wrong. A child may want something (desperately) but you do not necessarily need to give in. If it's going to have negative effects on the child then why allow him or her. Yes, it is an adults responsibility to make a child happy but it is also his or her responsibility to protect the child from anything that will harm him or her now or in the future. And also, not because a child has done something several times in the past means you can allow him to do it again and again. Doing something repeatedly does not make that something right. Right?
The ombudsman issue has also occupied a lot of precious newspaper space. It has been in the news for a rather long time already. However, last I heard, ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez has already resigned. Some are happy about it. Some are not. Some are happy because she is already out of office they can put somebody they trust (hopefully not somebody they are intending to turn into their own version of Mercy). Some are not happy because they can longer put her on trial (impeachment trial). They say there are also senators who are not happy because they will not be able to show their 'skills' in debate on national tv. They say some are looking forward to it because they need this 'show' to boost their popularity for the next elections. For me, there is really no need for that impeachment case. No need for it to go on tv. People have already judged her anyway. People already have their own conclusions. Thus, I think, it would be better for the case to be tried in a court where there will be no television cameras. It could be in an RTC, in the Sandigan Bayan, the Supreme Court - wherever - just as long as it will not be used to advance the career or popularity of someone.
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