Wednesday, November 29, 2006

Happy Feet


Happy Feet is a funny movie where you are sure to have a relaxing and great time! It is primarily a story about emperor penguins in Antarctica, and tells the story of Mumble and his quest for his "heartsong". It features the voices of Elijah Wood (as Mumble), Brittany Murphy, Robin Willims, Nicole Kidman, and Hugh Jackman. Kids might not fully understand the whole story, what with it's environmental message and somewhat adult-type humor, but they are sure to be endeared by the cute penguins, catchy tunes, and fantastic dance choreographies. :)

Tuesday, November 28, 2006

upd8s...

...still not finished with my x-mas shopping.
...favorite dish at Bubba Gump: Shrimp Net Catch (garlic spice)!
...got new Ray-Ban shades! Thanks to my sister! :-)
...celebrity sightings: Richard Gutierrez and Georgina Wilson (pretty, slim & sexy)at CBTL in GB3.
...currently reading: Inkheart by Cornelia Funke.
...currently listening to Sarah Geronimo's Becoming album.

Tuesday, November 21, 2006

HP5


Check out the teaser trailer for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix due in 2007.

Eragon


This series is definitely one of the most popular young adult fiction to come out in recent years. Written by Christopher Paolini when he was just 15 y.o., the two books in the series have sold millions, appreciated by fans both young and old. It tells the story of 15 y.o. Eragon as he discovers a dragon egg which hatches for him, ultimately linking his and the dragon's fates to events in the land of Alagaesia. It then chronicles Eragon's struggles as he trains and grows in power with the purpose of saving the realm from mad King Galbatorix. It has all the components of an epic fantasy series, not as grand as Tolkien's perhaps, but still as endearing and addictive. www.alagaesia.com is the official book site. The 3rd book will probably be released next year.


The first book has already been made into a movie. Eragon the movie is for release on Dec. 15 in the U.S. The book Mythic Vision tells of the road towards the making and completion of the movie. There are lots of pictures and information regarding Paolini, the cast, crew, locations and sets in the movie. A must-read for fans of the book!

Tedbits...
...Congratulations to Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao!!! He is truly a world-class boxer! Filipinos are really good in the "B" sports- boxing, bowling and billiards. :-)

...Celebrity sighting: Francine Prieto. She is tall and very sexy, one couldn't help but turn one's head to follow her walking through the mall. ;-)

...The Taco-style Jolly Hotdog tastes good but the taco topping is very minimal.

...Christmas decors are already adorning the streets, like those along Ayala Avenue. They are well-lighted and very colorful especially at night. The pre-holiday sales of different malls were also held last weekend. I wasn't able to take advantage of it much since I was rather busy during the weekend. My Christmas shopping isn't finished yet.

...I attended the Christening of my 8th inaanak last Saturday at the U.P. Chapel. It was a simple but meaningful ceremony, and the reception was conveniently held at the PCED Hostel just a stone's throw away from the chapel. Congratulations to my cousin and his new family!

Wednesday, November 15, 2006

xmas3

Ang gaganda ng mga Christmas tree sa mga malls. Malalaki, matataas at makukulay. Ang mga kapuna-puna ay iyong sa lobby ng Greenbelt 3, iyong sa gitna ng Gateway Mall, at iyong sa tapat ng Araneta Coliseum sa Cubao. Halos dalawang palapag ang taas nung sa Makati, samantalang halos tatlong palapag naman iyong sa Gateway. Ang pinakamataas iyong sa Araneta. Gawa ito sa bakal at mahigit apat na palapag ang taas. Kitang-kita pa rin nga ito mula sa tren ng MRT. Ang dami nitong mga palamuting bola at ilaw, maliwanag ito pag gabi. Malapit na talaga ang Pasko...

Monday, November 13, 2006

The Sellswords Trilogy



At last, I was able to finish the third book in R. A. Salvatore's The Sellswords Trilogy. The Road of the Patriarch ties up the loose ends in Artemis Entreri's life. It has quite an unexpected ending but it is a rather fitting one for the duo Artemis and Jarlaxle. One thing I noticed, though. I think Salvatore overdid the fight scenes in this book, they were too difficult to follow at times. All in all, it is still an entertaining and exhilirating read. Of the three books, the 2nd one is the best for me.


... Since the label Tower Records is already bankrupt, it's store in Glorietta is now already named Music One. Nothing else changed in the store, however.

Wednesday, November 08, 2006

tedbits...

...something i have yet to try, but looks and sounds yummy, is the new honeydew ice blend of coffee bean and tea leaf. will rate it soon.

...materazzi, the guy who was head-butted by zidane in the world cup finals, is coming up with a joke book of 249 things that he might have said to provoke the frenchman. among the funniest : "hey, where is the sternum again?"

...continuing shirt stories: i saw this guy who was wearing a shirt that said "I SCORED LAST NIGHT". and to think that he was with a decent-looking girl.

Thursday, November 02, 2006

The Last Juror


The Last Juror ay sulat ni John Grisham at lumabas noong 2004. Ang kuwento ay may halong thriller at pagka-legalidad (ng kaunti lamang). Magaling magkuwento si Grisham, hindi mo maiwasang ipagtuluy-tuloy ang pagbasa nito hanggang sa matapos.

Iyong Arroz Cubana ng Jollibee ay medyo mahal pero okey na rin, lalo na pag gutom ka. :-)