Kid Conductor

It was a rainy morning when I left home around 5:50 am heading for work. As I was approaching near a jeepney stop where I usually ride. A parked jeepney was already waiting for passengers, So I immediately find a place to sit.

When I sat down near the exit I noticed that the conductor was a child, he was around 8-9 years old. I noticed that he lack some rest because of his sleepy eyes. While the vehicle was running the rain poured more.

It's December 23,2013 and this kid is awake as early as he could trying to earn money. Wet and feeling cold as he chills from time to time he continue to collect jeepney fare's. I was assuming that the driver was his father.

Tomorrow would be December 24, 2013 and hours from that it would be Christmas Eve. I don't know how long this child be working for this day. I bet he wants to earn a lot so that he can buy something as a gift to himself. And also want to contribute so that they will have some foods on their table during Christmas Eve.

I can see he's getting cold since his legs started shaking. But he keep chanting for passengers when the vehicle would reach a certain jeepney stop. I was thinking on the outcome of this child on tomorrow's celebration.

• Instead of sleeping in a warm bed and woke up with a milk. He is here on the streets doing a child labor and assisting the driver. 
• Instead of getting excited to unwrap his gift while waiting for Christmas Eve. He is on the streets asking passengers about their jeepney fare.
• Instead of playing with their relatives when the night comes. He is working overtime with his driver to earn enough money.

Not all child are lucky since others are born with this kind of reality. Other's would be chanting and caroling Christmas songs. While others would be selling rags, newspapers and cigarette's early in the morning.

2013 - A Year of Disaster

It has been a wild ride in the ending months of year 2012 due to the disaster that happened. I was thinking lately about that "END OF THE WORLD" stuffs. Since everyone was just paranoid on whats going on at the moment.

EARTHQUAKE

It all started with a strong earthquake that hit Bohol last October 15, 2013. I would not forget that morning since I was still lying in bed. It was around 8:30 am when it all started. Lying flat in bed feeling lazy to get up  when things were really starting to fall. With the killer instinct on my mind I immediately ran outside the house for safety purposes.

At that moment I composed a text message and sent it to my parents.

"Kusog linog dri paps...ok ramo diha ni mama?"
Dad a strong earthquake happened now are you both ok with mom?

While some of our neighbors were outside screaming, yelling and even crying. As they feel the tremors and strong shake. I was able to send the text message and then realized I was only wearing my boxers LOL!.

And the aftershocks would be felt every now and then. Believe it or not it lasted more then 2 months which I was able to get used to it. But some aftershocks are really annoying and would occur unexpectedly. Some instances were in I was caught in the middle of the church.

While praying after lighting a candle in Sto. Niño an aftershock just happened. A moment of silence was felt and you can feel the silent sound of worried people. Luckily the aftershock stopped right away, if not the whole crowd would be on mass hysteria.

The outcome of that earthquake would be devastating. As it crushed and destroyed infrastructures like churches, roads, buildings and almost anything.

And until now when Christmas is approaching some slight tremors and afters shocks can still be felt.

SUPER TYPHOON YOLANDA

Fully charge gadgets including phone for communication purposes

On November 7, 2013 Yolanda unleashed it's wrath on Leyte and some parts of Cebu. Before the landfall a calm weather before the storm was experienced.

The weather was so hot and there was no air that can be felt by our skin. During these times I was keeping in touch with my parents.

The moment Yolanda struck Leyte the last text I received from my dad was.

"Uwan na diha? Kusog na kaayo uwan dri og hangin. Nag brownout npud"
Is it raining in their? Strong winds and rain are going on right now and a total blackout.

I got this text message around 4 am. And could not reply since the communications were down. I had no information and status update from my parents for the past 4 days.

On the other hand I was not able to take a bath for 2 1/2 days. Because their was no water supply, but didn't mind that since what's important is that I have something to eat and drink.

Yolanda washed the whole Tacloban city. Leaving it like a ghost town, similar to a wrecked cemetery. A progressive city was replaced with a weeping sight. Survivors don't know what to do after the aftermath and dead bodies where everywhere.  An estimated of 10k deaths were feared as the death counts rises.

Thanks to other countries that helped the victims of Yolanda. It was really a warm relief that huge help was approaching. Almost all countries around the world offered help both financially and other sorts of necessity. The goal was to help Tacloban rise back again after a tragic calamity.

Other instances of calamities: 

Minglanilla Cebu experience a tornado last June
Alternative Soucre: http://www.philstar.com/cebu-news/2013/06/19/955764/tornado-hits-minglanilla-talisay-city

Park Mall experienced a tornado last November
Source: Sunstar

1,000,000 Reach Kageron Facebook Fan Page

A milestone was reached while checking the kageron fan page. When the post was published it gained a lot of viewers. In one day it reached 44k viewers and it was rapidly increasing.

As hours and days passed by it just keeps adding more reach. As it went viral more and more people are coming back and commenting on it. So the post made a staggering 1,000,448 reach which we were not expecting.

Grats to the people who love the joke and meme stuffs. Don't worry folks we would do more of those kind of stuffs to entertain without any cost.

It's more like of a part time leisure that we post and share jokes. Especially when combined with an open beer =).

Here is the joke that gained 1,000,000+ total reach

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=575268895862220&set=a.326031107452668.77775.153798154675965&type=1&theater

Note: At the moment the total reach is still adding so probably it would reach more counts

Sarcasm On!

I just don't seem to understand that some people are quite sensitive. And they just jump on certain conclusion. In fact they're reasons for a certain conclusion is obviously pathetic.

Upon justifying the reason you will end up saying "WTF??" or "SERIOUSLY???".  When it comes to work related stuffs and someone's pride is at stake. A JOKE is different from a JOKE + WITH SENSE since they are totally different.

Witnessing this kind of unjustified reason(s) is quite ironic. Since the abuse of power would be the main reason that would trigger everything. And pride comes along with this decision mixed with sarcasm attitude.

If a certain person could not handle someone's attitude it's not even a problem. Especially if a certain behavior would not affect the work. Being funny and for the sake of entertainment is not a big deal.

• Is it a concern about a certain attitude when these people are the assets of your company? When it's obvious that jokes are meant to ease tension.

• Why can't their attitude be disparaged when they are productive?

• Why it's an issue about their behavior in fact they are effective with their assigned task?

• Why be alarmed on how they act inside the office when they are just being real?

Passing judgement because you can't tame someone is merely unprofessional. Doing such act would only describe a certain person as a satire kind.

To make things clear ignore those nonsense stuffs when a false ego is bumped. I hope this kind of greedy and selfish people should be quartered and hanged.

Hug For Yolanda near Sto. Niño

Another typical Sunday afternoon after I lighted a candle and say a prayer in Sto. Niño. When I got out of the church the first thing that I want to do was to eat munchkins.

So I immediately look for that Swedish guy selling munchkins nearby. After 5-10 minutes of searching I couldn't find the person.

So I decided to go home, and when I was about to turn left near city savings bank building(P Burgos St.). I noticed a group of people having a placards.  When I read the stuffs written on the placard it said. "HUGS FOR YOLANDA VICTIMS 1 HUG ANY AMOUNT OF DONATION".

I thought they were protesting about something. Until I realize what they are doing when I read what was written on their placard. So other people and by passers who noticed it would participate. From kids and adults they would share a hug.

Collapsing Core

How do you fix something that keeps breaking?

How do you expand when things are filled empty?

How do you establish when the core is collapsing?

These are just some few questions that's bothering my mind. I could find any solutions even if I sip a mug of pure black coffee. All I see are vague scenarios which would happen.  No matter how I try hard to understand and determine the outcome I still see uncertainty.

Isn't it ironic that fixing something that keeps breaking is a waste of effort. It's like a glass that has been shattered. And then you try to pick it up, assemble it again by placing glues on it. But what's the outcome? Of course it's not the same in the first place. Since the broken lines are visible and clear even though it was assembled again.

 Another scenario would be expanding. How will you expand when the moment you attempt to do it. Another certain point gets vacant. No matter how you try to move things another spot gets empty. It's an infinite process that would result to struggles.

When you try to expand try to establish the core first. Build a strong foundation so that you will have tranquility. Rest assure that your foundation is solid to embrace challenges.

I see things unpractical when facing this scenarios. Trust,efforts are useless while promises are turned to lies. These are just the common truth about it.

 Someones people that are too over confident are the one's that are holding grief. People who are showy are the pure liars. Bastards as I call them and all I do care was to see them being possessed.

How Did Social Media Helped People During Calamities?

First and foremost let me make this clear. IT WAS A HUGE HELP, Since most of the news feeds were coming from social media. News anchor and other establishments continue their updates via social media sites.

People are updating every now and then using twitter,google+, facebook etc. Constant updates helped others to be aware of the incidents on other places. Especially facebook when people are uploading videos and images.

EARTHQUAKE IN BOHOL AND CEBU
During the strong earthquake(7.2 magnitude) that hit last month people and netizen's uploaded various images. From fallen structures to the destruction that Bohol had undergone. Even when their are aftershocks people are updating their status.

As soon as an aftershock occurs some online users would took a photo and upload it. This just shows that people would want to share something informative online.

YOLANDA SUPER TYPHOON THAT HIT LEYTE AND NORTHERN CEBU

One of the strongest typhoon's this year that left a scar was super typhoon Yolanda. Social Media was quite helpful especially when it comes to the latest news. News feed would be constantly updated online when people would share their resources of info.

And even when the super typhoon started it's wrath netizen's continued to upload videos and pictures they took. From devastating current videos caught on camera they upload it immediately. It was clear that social media had made a huge impact in providing latest updates.

Never before scenes of pictures and videos that people share online were seen. Since not all parts of Tacloban were being covered by reporters. So people who were able to capture raw videos would upload and would start to share it to their friends.

It was also a huge help during the aftermath. Consistent updates were possible especially to current status of Tacloban Leyte. Images of the city were visible online for people to be aware of what happened.

Other volunteers would take pictures of survivors writing a message. The message was all about "FAMILY NAME WE ARE SAFE or FAMILY NAME WE ARE ALIVE".

This kind of information is quite crucial especially to the relatives. Since this would rest assure them that their love ones are still alive. Since this would preven
t others from worrying too much.

But some messages would just to sad to read. Especially when they tell and write about a family member that died. It's sad but at least and with all due respect it will still be shown for confirmation purposes.

Even international news personnel where forecasting. Internet had been a huge help during those days when it comes to latest news. People and their friends could instantly connect and communicate because of social media.

At the same time some of the Philippine government lapses and sluggish respond were also updated online. CNN personal was able to cover and witnessed how slow the Philippine government's responds.

And that issues went viral online because it was exposed and shared. Information now a days could travel the world in an instant. From one click to another online users could easily get informed.

Sources of the pictures:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151769626161977&set=pb.116724526976.-2207520000.1386263710.&type=3&theater

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151755856076977&set=pb.116724526976.-2207520000.1386263744.&type=3&permPage=1

Dispatcher Wearing Rollerblades

After lighting a candle in Sto. Niño and saying my prayers while heading to cathedral to ride a jeepney going to SM. I saw a dispatcher on the road wearing a cap and carrying a bag. But the thing that made him unique was that he was wearing rollerblades.

While he keeps yelling(taxi..taxi..) he also demonstrates simple tricks. A rare kind of dispatcher since usually they have different attire. Basically they will wear only slippers but this one is different.

The dispatcher would cruise his way while crossing the streets. It seems it's effortless for him to go to other places.

I don't know why he was dressed like this but as I watched him transfer from places to places he seemed to enjoy what he is doing.

Swedish National Selling Munchkins in Sto. Niño

I have read about this news before and at first I was not a believer. Not until I was a witness to myself last sunday at basilica del Sto. Niño church. After I prayed and lighted a candle I was gonna go to my friends house in Junquera.

There I saw a guy standing in front of the basilica del Sto. Niño below him was a small styro bucket. I knew it immediately that he was that Swedish guy from the news. So I approached him and instantly purchase some of his munchkins.

They felt very good since I could taste the sweetness and the pure flavoring on it. But it was the opposite on the situation of this Swedish vendor.

I couldn't help but feel pity and have some sympathy towards him. He was standing all alone in the midst of the hot sun. It was around 2pm when I checked the time. Sweating but hopeful that his munchkins would soon be sold out.

You could just see his struggles just to survive and earn some spare income. His munchkin is sold 2.50 pesos each. So probably his highest pay would be around 200 to 300 pesos a day.   I've heard about his stories and I was saddened also on what happened. It was not what he wanted but still he is trying his best to live.

I could not just imagine how it would be difficult for him on his daily needs. Since I even find my self having adversity when I am not still married. So much more to him when he is a nomad to this corrupt country.

I felt bad for the guy since his life went upside down. After some random greedy fiance took advantage of his financial status.  On that day the only thing I can do was offer a little help by purchasing some of his munchkin.
 
news source: http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/427249/swiss-national-earns-keep-by-selling-munchkins

Laptop/Netbooks vs Tablets

Both these two trendy gadgets are still very useful in our current technology. Laptop's and Netbook's had been the second go to device next to your computer. But now tablets are available we can either choose what to use depending on our needs.

Well based on some experiences all I can say that Tablets have an edge over Laptop's and Netbooks nowadays. Recently Tablets are leading when it comes to the services the users are getting.

Work in an instant - When you are using your laptop or netbook the first thing you should do is switch it on. And then you have to wait for it to load to your desktop before you can start. When you are using your tablet it's totally different. Just one click on the button presto! you can start right away.

Traveling - When people are traveling one common rule is followed. "Travel light" bring what you need along the way and if you are a constant traveler tablets would suffice your needs. Practically who wants to bring a bulky laptop with it's charger while traveling for long hours. Plus Tablets are more light compared to laptops and netbook's.

Battery Life Span -  This aspect I assume tablets definitely owned this one. The battery life span of continuous usage around 10 hours. We all know that laptop's and netbooks can have unlimited usage if you directly plug the cord as the source of power. But that's a different story and does not apply when you are traveling.

Heavy applications - Well in this part laptops are way ahead when it comes to tablets. Since laptops are designed to have heavy system requirement's from applications.

Keyboard - When it comes to this part it's a tie and both devices are equal. Since tablets can use a keyboard by inserting it on the USB port. And laptops/netbooks also have built in keyboard for the users to use.

Pirate Bay on it's 10 anniversary

One of the most notorious and relentless torrent sites The Pirate Bay celebrated their 10th anniversary. This has been a milestone for Piratebay and no other torrent sharing site reach this a decade. Piratebay has been tracked down by authorities but someone found it's way back.

And those decade of raids, ups and downs were part of the pirate lives. The site continued their services from sharing copyrighted files(movies, music, etc). PirateBay stood among other torrent sites that failed to continue their services.

As other sites that were taken down were not able to make a comeback. Among other large sites that had the same influence and popularity were:

Mininova
kickass
Demonoid

These sites had a huge online users and active community. But the moment the authorities track them down they were easily dismantled. And these sites were not able to find another way to expand or start all over again.

A lot of challenges for Piratebay  and number one was how they will deal with the authorities. And also how to maintain those intact community that they have. But all those online supporters kept supporting them. Since everyone wants something free that they can download on the internet. And that's their purpose of showing continuous support.

Authorities are still continuing to track down other file sharing sites. But Piratebay stood still and kept coming back as usual. Piratebay continued their services the pirate way bay hiding behind cloak and stealth approach.

The Good Impact of Social Media

These days people are hooked up with social media sites. People are starting to be active on these kind of community which exist online. From Facebook, twitter, Google+, ask.fm,youtube and many more. These are just some of the common sites that people are getting active lately.

Social media boost a lot of attention and the community existed online due to thousands of new users registering. The impact of it is quite staggering especially when it comes to news. A certain issue can go viral in a matter of minutes. Either that news would be criticized or be appreciated as long as it's been talked about.

In a matter of minutes the news would go around the globe and circulate quickly. Some internet issues that would go viral are scandals, rare videos etc. These kind of stuffs that captures the users/people attention online.

Another good impact that social media created was the interaction of different people online. Discussing certain things and topics at the same time exchanging ideas. Random people would know a certain event when they would read it online.

Connecting to other friends was another good impact that social media brought. People could easily find and connect with there colleague's. But it doesn't limit that it allows the user to find there High school and even elementary classmates.

Keeping in touch with your friends are quite hard before. Especially if they are on different timezone and country. But now with just a few clicks you can access and interact with them.

To achieve this certain kind of connectivity is made possible now with the use of the internet. And in a matter of seconds you are able to mingle with others online.

The good thing about social media is that it allows the user to interact online. It allows the user to instantly message someone in real time through chatting if the user is online also. It makes communication more easily and faster.

How To Avoid ATM Skimmers

A lot of people are now victims of this syndicate that has been a huge bum. This issues is really quite alarming since if you are careless your money will be taken away. Atm skimming is a critical issue for people and also for the bank.
It doesn't randomly hit individuals but only those irresponsible atm holders. People who are not careful enough on the places and ATM they withdraw are the common victims.

SO WHAT IS ATM CARD SKIMMING?

Copying the information of your atm using a magnetic strip without the consent of the owner. The information details would be used to create a fake/clone atm card. And when the necessary information are now being stolen the next phase would be stealing your savings.

How the procedure works?

Scammers attach skimming devices the same size of the ATM/Credit Card. And when the user inserts the card it captures the information. At the same time when scammers also installed different devices to capture the PIN number of the card user.

Usually scammers would use small camera to record the 4 digit pin. Or they also alter the keypad by inserting a fake keypad that automatically saves the Pin number of the user.

How To Avoid being an ATM SKIMMING VICTIM?

• Be responsible and careful enough when you withdraw
• Cover the keypad the moment you will type your secret pin combination
• Don't withdraw on those rarely guarded Atm machines. Since scammers can easily install anything they want on those ATM's without security/bank authorities interference.
• Try to touch the keypad and try mo move it. Since if something is attached on it(fake keypad) you will notice it.
• Wipe the keypad or use a tissue after you use the ATM machine.
• Inspect the ATM and other areas for unusual appearance 
• If anything is suspicious on that ATM machine find another one and don't transact.

Here are some of the pictures that a certain ATM machine have skimming devices installed.

 FAKE KEYPAD
The moment the user types the pin combination. It automatically saves the pin. Try to feel the keypad and try to move it. This will allow you to notice if something is installed.



HIDDEN CAMERA ON BROCHURE'S
Criminals would attach something on brochures. A tiny camera would be installed on it to record necessary information's

Importance of System Restore

Here are some of the reasons why System Restore is quite useful and helpful.

1.)When you get into sort of trouble like being infected with a virus today. And in worse scenario your anti-virus can't remove/heal the infected files. Stop trying to fix things the hard way since you can restore your computer the day when it was working properly. Or when it was not being infected by viruses and marlware's.

You can choose a certain day when it didn't have the virus. In my case I usually create a restore point every when a necessary updates have been done. And  when a certain program and driver installation had been made.

2.) Having system restore as your backup can save you time. Instead of consuming it by performing a full scan that would take more than 30 mins or more depending on the speed of your computer and the size of your HDD.

 3.)If you are infected by a virus system restore adds to your options of choices in order to fix the problem.

Usually if you are infected by a virus here are your possible choices and basic actions.

• Scan your computer with your updated Anti Virus. Some anti virus can't detect and can't fix a certain virus especially if the anti-virus is not updated.
• Install another anti-virus and try to fix/remove the trojan, worm,virus, malware. (usually you need to install it during safe mode. Since some virus would not allow you to install new programs when your unit is infected)
• Use System Restore
• Reformat your computer(Last resort when all else fail)

At least you added another option and choice in your steps in fighting off this viruses and malwares. Since no one wants to do that formatting procedure that would delete your important files.

And in just a click your computer would be working the same day you left it. And it would be back to normal so that you can continue using it.

Manila is drowning again

When Maring typhoon hit Manila it drowned againt he capital city of the Philippines. It caused havoc and flooded all areas of Manila were in thousands of residents suffered. It rained hard and water from river banks immediately overflowed.

Residents from nearby canals and living near bridges were easily flushed away. Some of them manage to survive because some of them evacuated when the water was still rising. People lost their homes and shelter while others stood their ground trying to hope that the rain would stop.

The floods covered a large scale of Manila that if you look at it from an aerial view you are witnessing a drowning city. Homeless people are shivering from cold and suffering from hunger. As some of them are seeking temporary shelter were water would soon claim where they are standing.

 It was last 2009 when ONDOY caused a very destructive flood. It was one of the worse and most disturbing scene that happened.  click here to view the ONDOY tragedy.

And now it happened again after 4 years were in the city of Manila is back on that same scenario.

People lost their houses. Some of their cars and vehicles parked along the street are now submerged and filled with dirty flood. Some of them are even covered with mud and have garbage's inside.

A lot of classes and work are suspended. And volunteers and rescuers try to help others by giving them food and helping them evacuate their current location that are being harassed by flood.

I hope the government of the Philippines would do something about this. Since calamity like this would soon be experienced if their are no actions that are seriously implemented to solve it.

How Terrible are captcha now a days?

One of the most annoying things on the internet today are this random generated captcha. I know the purpose for it but is it really necessarily to be hard?

I came to realize this captch thing is gonna kill the users on the internet. It can turn off user friendly interest at the same time it makes a site's interaction worse. Websites that would allow visitors to comment would find it difficult if you have this kind of captcha.

It's really a bit hard to read and figure the things being shown. And the worse part is that their is no button to generate another captcha. The text are blurry and you can't even zoom it in.

Here is another mind blowing captcha that you don't want to try(see pic below)

Seriously how are you gonna input this kind of captcha? This consumes a lot of time and users would loss interest on a certain site because of this. And if the site is an ecommerce site it could be one of the reason that the sales would drop down.

Who would purchase their items on that certain site when it all gives to the users are pain in the eyes. Seeing this impossible captch to solve and read makes someone irritated for a while.

Smart Gilas Philippines Defeated South Korea of FIBA Asia 2013

The team Philippines will advance to the finals in FIBA Asia 2013 after defeating South Korea in a classic and passionate game. From start to the end it was a heart pounding game as the fans would seemingly enjoy every bit of action. Before Smart Gilas would face Iran in the Championship match they have to face a familiar foe in the court.

This rivalry  between Philippines and Korea has been one of the best games that FIBA Asia would have. Ever since from the start when these two teams collide you would expect one of the most thrilling games you will ever see.

Philippines men's basketball would always come up short when they are facing South Korea. And history tells it all from heart breaking loss to those controversial scenarios.

But this time it was different when the Philippine team would be relentless. Playing with a big heart and a hunger to peel off from those bitter past short comings.

For the past encounters between this two nations heart breaking loss are always felt by the Filipinos. All those bitter and heart fainting loss before just flashed out from my head.

Those memories were in clutch and crucial moments that could make your mouth shiver. How many times did South Korea bash the Filipino mens basketball team with in your face defeats. And for this game I thought it would be the same ending.

As soon as the game started the Philippines were troubled and were facing tremendous pressure. Naturalize player Marcus Douthit was forced to sit on the bench due to his injury as early as the first quarter. Other big men of the Philippines were also facing mild injuries such as De Ocampo and Pingris.

But the team played all out and gave all what they have. A very exciting game from start to finish neither each team would not give up. Both team would showcase their respond to whatever the opponent would bring into the court. From 3 points to jump shots and even blitz fast break points both of them would implement that.

The Philippine team being undersized would try to tight up their defense. Marc Pingris would take those rebounds while limping with his injury. While Jason Castro would set on an offensive blaze and rally to give Gilas the lead.

On the ending part of the game more comrades from Gilas would step up and contirbute. Ranidel De Ocampo would be the coolest guy that would execute his offense. Every play he makes would be as smooth as he make his offense work.

South Korea would hang on and could convert a 4 point play courtesy of Kim Min-Goo(#4) so the score is 73-72 in the dying minutes of the 4th quarter.  And then Gilas could not answer back with their own play while a fast break dunk was executed by LEE SJ. So when the Koreans took the lead(74-73) and all I can say was that "Here we go again..... a choke ending". 

On the returning play of Gilas they still can't convert and a foul was called on Pingris. Lee Seung-Jun(#14) would split his free throws so the score would be 75-73. Silence was felt inside the arena and seemingly worried faces are a common sight.

But In respond with the score 75-73 Mark Pingris shot that was suppose to be a goal tending. Instead the officials would not count it and Gilas would have the ball possession.

After the inbound Alapag would drill a 3 point shot after a successful screen that would give Gilas a 1 point lead. 75-76. But South Korea would respond at the other end when Kim Tae-Sool(#7) made his jump shot giving Korea another lead 77-76.

Ranidel De Ocampo would once again contribute after making a successful layup now the score is 78-77 in favor of Gilas. On the returning play Pingris would steal the ball after the Koreans failed to make a shot. On the other hand De Ocampo would drill a 3 point bomb after that steal giving Gilas a 4 point lead. 81-77.

Chants roar over the arena as fans jump off their feet with excitement. Excellent back to back play made by De Ocampo on defense and on offense.

With 1:14 mins left Yang Donggeun would be fouled on the returning play that would easily make his two free throws. (81-77)

1:10 mins left  and 6 seconds on the shot clock remaining. Bang! Jimmy Alapag would sink a cold blooded 3 point bomb stretching the lead and the score would be to 84-79.

Korea could not make another play on the returning end and from that moment broken hopes just vanished. As Jason Castro would cruise his way but would miss his layup. But Mark Pingris would clean his garbage and put back an easy two points.

An epic and classic ending that redeemed the nationals and brought both the players and fans to tears. But those tears weren't meant for sorrow endings but tears of joy and redemption.

Now Philippines would be participating the 2014 World cup so see you in Spain! :)

Gary David finally explodes! Gilas defeats Kazakhstan

Gary "El Granada" David had his best game on his life in the FIBA Asia 2013. The local hero finally explodes with his offense arsenal. Gary David started the game with an explosion sinking his first 3 shots beyond the arc. Every shot that Gary would make the crowd would roar louder.

Gilas would rally in the first quarter and pile up their lead easily. Gary David found his range and continued to explode his offensive arsenal. It took a while for Gary to get rid of his slum games when the Fiba Asia cup started.  The long awaited explosive needs that the fans were waiting finally happened in front of their eyes.

"Nagliliyab na kamay" Flaming hands said the commentator was also excited watching David's great performance. One of the most explosive players in PBA David Finally woke up and helped his team to win as the fans appreciated what he has done.

The benefit of shooting your basket consecutively is something that a player can build is confidence. Since as you keep making your shoot your confidence keeps on growing and developing. And that's what happened to Gary David's performance when he finally got his touch and game going on.

The stadium was like a pandemonium as each basket that Gary David would convert creates a louder chant. Gary David was able to establish his dominating performance and was the best player of the game finishing with 22 points.

Gilas would pull away this win with the final score 88-58. And would face Korea as they advance on the Semi-final round. Since Korea successfully defeated Qatar.

UFC 163 results Aldo Champion Phil Davis Controversial Win Against Lyoto Machida

Jose Aldo Vs Korean Zombie

Jose Aldo is still the Feather weight champion when he finished the fight against korean zombie in round 3. Aldo immediately established his dominance as soon as he  ignited his attack. I was a bit surprised that Jose Aldo didn't throw a lot of leg kicks which usually his trade mark.

Aldo kept doing and throwing those punches which would also hit his enemy. Mean while Aldo would catch those flying knee's that the Korean Zombie would throw at him. At the same time Aldo would clip and take the korean zombie to the ground.

In round 3 when the korean zombie attempted to throw punch combinations accidentally dislocated his shoulder. While he was trying to recover Jose Aldo unleashed his counter attacks and that made Aldo the winner and retained his title.

Lyoto Machida vs Phil Davis

In my own opinion and based on the match I have watched it was clear that Machida won this fight. Phil Davis had a hard time taking down Machida since Lyoto's take down defense was just amazing. Machida would be able to defend and counter Davis take down attempts.

Davis had some successful take down but it had less value since he was not able to dominate his enemy on the ground. Davis was not able to do some damage as soon as he was able to take down Machida.

Davis take down's have less value since he was not able to capitalize and establish some ground and pound. Machida even defended the submission that Davis had attempted to perform.

At the same time Machida would land significant strikes from counter punches to those leg kicks. Especially that leg kick that keep on hitting Davis head.

Several Times Machida stunned Davis when Lyoto landed those kicks. And they hit the head of Davis which could have a huge damage and impact. Plus on this fight Machida was the aggressor seeing him trying to push the phase and dictate the fight.

Machida got robbed on this and it was clear and what's worse was that you saw he was really trying his best to improve. Plus he got robbed in front of his home crown in Brazil which was a huge slap in the face.

Jeepney chants

It was a rainy cold night when I was leaving home. I'm on my way to visit a colleague friend and also to have some "korom" time. While riding a multicab going to Parkmall this group of male singers suddenly started to introduce themselves inside the running vehicle. They start to have this same dialogue

"Ate kuya ayaw hugawa inyo huna-huna. Manganta rami dili me snatcher dili me kawatan...."

When they haven't made that introduction I knew it that they're some of those jeepney rappers. As they started caroling their composed rap I look away and ignored them. When they're done singing they would asked some money(cents) from the passengers. So I tend not to look at them and avoid eye contact so that they would think I am not interested. At the same time showing them that I don't really care and have no intention in giving some of my money(coins, cents).

When I arrived in parkmall I ride another jeepney having the route of Urgello Colon(01k). It was just in time that I was the last person to ride the jeepney parked in the terminal before it would leave. While the jeepney was running the rained poured hard.

The jeepney stopped after the driver to pulled over since a passenger was gonna ride. And suddenly a group of little girls immediately got inside the jeepney before we could leave. They're soaked in wet and probably around 4-5 years old.

I was thinking "Here we go again..another part of street rap and singing".  I knew it all along when they introduced themselves the same as those introduction that the first street rappers made few minutes ago.

I was gonna do the same thing and ignore them. But the moment they started singing it was a different thing And not even similar to those rapper boys so I started to listen to there chants. To my consent I was enjoying at it and started to stomp my feet secretly. While listening to their lyrics carefully realizing that these girls quite have a different gig.

They're singing a different theme and some of the passengers started laughing. The little girls entertained us by singing what they have composed but the lyrics were a bit funny. As I recall some the lyrics goes like this:

"Mga Kuya pina pilit ang hinapay pero torpe"
"Mga Ate baga og make up pero dili d i mga Babae"

All along while these girls were singing I was nodding my head and appreciated what they have done. And after what they have performed. It convinced me to gave them some of my few coins. I didn't hesitate since I knew these girls would use the money to buy food or give some to their parents.

Not like those first group composed of 3 boys were in you could think how they will spend their earnings. Probably spend it on drugs(meth, dope, solvent). Too bad I left my cellphone at home since it was raining. I could have recorded that funny but unforgettable experience.

Call of Duty Resistance Survival Guide

Here are the Survival Resistance guide:

1 - Model 1887s
Note: After this wave grab the shotgun and use it to kill the enemies on the next wave.

2 - Model 1887s
Note: After the wave purchase a sentry gun and place it inside the souvenir shop.

3 - Model 1887s + 2 dogs
 Note: After the wave purchase a slight of hand for faster reloading.

4 - MP5s
Note: After the wave purchase another sentry gun and place it inside the souvenir shop.  And also replace your hand gun with the MP5s Weapon.

5 - MP5s
6 - 2 helicopters
7 - MP5s and suicide Bombers
8 - MP5s and suicide Bombers
9 - MP5s and suicide Bombers  and 2 dogs

10 - 1 juggernaut
Note: In my case I use The shotgun to kill this juggernaut it should take 6-7 shots if you aim it on the head.
11 - AK47s
Note: After this wave I would replace my shotgun with the AK45 Weapon so I have MP5 and AK as my two weapons.

12 - AK47s
13 - AK47s and suicide Bombers
14 - AK47s and suicide Bombers  + 2 dogs
Note: After this wave I would purchase 10 C4, 10 Claymore, granades and flashbang.

15 - 2 juggernauts
Note: I would use 5 C4 to kill two instant Juggernauts.

16 - ACRs
Note: after this wave I would replace my MP5 Weapon with the ACR

17 - ACRs
18 - ACRs, suicide Bombers
19 - ACRs, suicide Bombers, 3 dogs
20 - 2 regular juggernauts + 1 riot juggernaut
Note: During this wave I would use 6 C4 to kill the 3 juggernaut but you have to have the right timing. You need to put them in a single place all at the same time so that when the C4 explodes they will be all killed.

21 - FADs
22 - FADs + claymore placing PM-9s
Note: After this wave I would purchase a PKP Machine Gun. And I would upgrade it and purchase the GRIP and RED DOT for enhancement. I would use this machine gun to kill the chopper and also as a backup gun if I ran out of ammo using my primary weapon.

I would also place C4 at the back of the souvenir shop since some enemies would use the back door and sneak there.

23 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper
Note: During this waves that there is a chopper I would kill the chopper last since this gives me time to run freely to the markets. I am able to run and hide while purchasing what I need(Self revive, Claymore, C4, Grenade, Ammo, Flashbang)

24 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper + dogs with C4
25 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper + dogs with C4
Note: After this wave I would purchase a riot team squad and an airstrike. I would also place claymore's all over the place to kill some incoming enemies at our rally point.

26 - 2 juggernauts, 1 riot juggernaut + FADs
Note: I would use the air strike when the enemies are closing in and especially when the juggernauts are approaching. I would throw first the flash bang then the smoke grenade to signal the air strike.

View the picture I have placed beneath for clay more guides and other strategies.

27 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper
28 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper + dogs with C4
29 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper + dogs with C4
30 - 2 juggernauts, 1 riot juggernaut, + FADs + dogs with C4
Note: I would use the tip I mentioned in wave 26

31 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper
32 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper + dogs with C4
33 - FADs + PM-9s + suicide C4ers + 1 chopper + dogs with C4
34 - 2 juggernauts, 1 riot juggernaut + FADs + dogs with C4
38 -  2 juggernauts, 1 riot juggernaut + FADs + dogs with C4 every 4 waves interval.

This was the last time I played wave 37 i forgot to press ESCAPE when I had a phone call. Too bad I died =(

Early bitterness of learning.

It's rainy season once again and going to school would be a day to day struggle for most of the kids living in Philippines. During these times many would suffer including kids and those who  are living near canals and other areas where water can immediately rise. I myself experienced worst case scenario during heavy and unexpected rains.

Water would overflow and get inside your house as quickly as 5 mins. Polluted water would fill  the drainage system and those houses nearby river banks would get flooded in an instant.

Polluted water that would knock on your door but also garbage's and also both human/animal waste.

Children would suffer from this kind of situations as they can't focus on their studies. Since they are distracted by the bitter reality that sorrounds them.

Kids would be soaked in wet together with their bag and school supplies.

Another problem would be the electric shortage to other places. Kids would study using candles or lamp.

 As they try to review their notes or do their assignment on the pitch-black environment.

Others would do it as soon as they arrive in school with a dim light.

As the pages of their books and notebooks would curl and the content would fade because they are all wet. The lack of these supplies would be another hindrance to quality education.

Unfortunately few kids would not get adequate and proper education. Some of them would even share books with others during classes.

One book would be shared with 3 to 4 kids during on-going class discussions. The hardships that these kids have encountered should be attended. They deserve some attention since as young as their age they settle to half bake learning system.  It's just unfair for them to have been treated like this.

Rainy days would be a huge problem especially if the school is quite far.

Kids from those provinces would travel at least 30 mins of walking just to reach their Alma Mater.

And when it rains you would usually see them on parade using banana leaves to comfort them and keep them dry.

As they march together with their neighbors going to school and talk about random things.

As they trick their minds on ignore both the weather and the obstacle terrain that they are going through.

When they arrive in school expect wet socks with dirt on their feet. And that would be the first thing that you would see. Some who are wearing sleepers have mud all over their feet(lucky for them they will just wash it off).

How hard for these kids to absorb knowledge despite these resources that they have. How fragile they can go as they continue to learn things the hard way.

As these kids would grow and sooner they would realize how they spent their childhood. They would just look back and start to think all over again how things happened quickly during those youthful and innocent era.

Surprise fiesta visit.

So I decided to leave Cebu for a while since i had enough of it's pollution. I made my decision to go home and visit my parents on my home town. This time I would surprise my parents that I would go home this fiesta since it has been a year and a half that I haven't seen them. I failed to go home last year due to hectic schedule of work.

I didn't texted nor replied the text from my father since he texted me if my uncle would visit them he would ask some favor. My father would eventually ask some razor blades for his beard/mustache and some milk for my mom. Even if I received his text messages I didn't replied for the purpose of a surprise.

When it was the day for departure I was not able to sleep on the boat the whole 8 hours. The boat(medallion transport) left the port of Cebu exactly 9pm and it was sluggish on it's voyage. Plus it was not really cool inside the boat since we were able to get the economy ticket. I told my uncle to purchase the tourist ticket so that we can sleep well on an air condition environment.  Since there was a slight difference of the around 100 pesos from economy to tourist ticket. Heck I would rather pay for a good sleep while travelling rather than sitting the whole 8 hours waiting in vain.


I noticed that there were a lot of familiar faces on the boat. And most of the passengers are from our hometown. Some of them were even our relatives so we didn't really expect it. They have the same purpose to go home and that was to enjoy the fiesta and have some vacation also.

When the boat was nearing the port I could just feel the cold and cool swift of the wind. Yes this is paradise for me and I had an instant excitement feeling about it. The boat arrive around 5:30 am in Bato Leyte and it was raining also.  So we immediately took a tricycle before the rain would pour hard.

When were riding the tricycle I was just smiling along the way since I know mom and dad would be surprise.  Plus I bought a mothers day surprise gift a Samsung LED 32 inch TV. While we were entering our baryo I could see now the open wide vast green rice fields. The scene that would someone entertain me so I started to feast the view. And then we arrived at our house I saw my father sitting near the road side together with some of my relatives. Caught him smiling since he didn't expect that I would arrive together with his brother.

I also saw my mom ahead probably having her morning walk as her exercise. Oh damn I could see her smile while approaching fast as I also come near her to greet and bless her hand. While she was carrying some vegetables on her hand.

We walk all inside since we would have our breakfast and coffee. While we were in side I noticed there reaction that they were delighted of what I have brought. I really tried my best to save some extra cash to purchase something so that they will have there own TV. And I don't want them to watch television on our neighbor's house.

While we were setting up the antenna there was a missing piece that was missing in order for the coaxial cable to fit. My parents were a bit feeling foul since they might not able to watch and use it today and beside it's game 4 of the Nba finals. I said to myself I won't go back to cebu if this television won't play LOL! so we immediately went to the nearest town(lungsod). Our purpose was also to have some grocery and meat stock for there consumption. And we were lucky enough to purchase what we need and the antenna cord converter. When we arrive back home the TV was working well and all smiles for us and I can sense that they were happy.

I was also able to see and greet my relatives including the old ones whom could hardly recognize me due to there blurry eye sight. I ask for their hand and showed manners by blessing it and also hug them for comfort. I was able to see the places that I missed hanging out and the good green rice field view from the window of my room.

I was just a two day vacation and I wanted to extend more days but I need to go back to cebu for work reasons. As much as I wanted I would love to stay around 1 week since I missed and love to live a simple life in my home town.

Until the next time I would be back and visit my parents I would find another way to surprise them. :)

Back to school

It's the first day of June and usually this reminds us one common thing. Classes would start or it's back to school once  again. I could still remember my struggles when I was a kid especially waking up early LOL!. As soon as the month of June enters leave the fun times and memories of summer behind.

• Get a new haircut that the school requires. 
• Make sure your circumcision is healed. Kids will be kids sharing and brag your experiences on how was it(Wa may sakit dali ra kaayo na ayo, gikamatis man to ako bai naka tamak kog iti)
• Try to find school supplies and things that can still be used in school.
• Check if the uniforms would still fit(usually they don't after growing)

I miss my childhood experience the moment that classes would start. Some would cry

and weep at school. Others would eventually scream and run in the lobby after knowing their parents or guarding had went home. Others are still lazy same as before were in they are like snorlax inside the classroom.

For the girls you would just be shocked how they grow so fast especially their height. You would wonder what they wear eating all summer long since they ended up that tall in just a couple of months. Well others would still be the same as before but others would have changed complexion. 

Others who have fair, white complexion had turned into brown due to too much summer escapade and vacation. Others would even have dyed their hair for the purpose of summer activities.

Since it's start of the school summer fun and activities would be missed. And of course rainy situations would be experience were in this would be a nightmare for kids who loves to sleep all day just like me.

The first thing that I remember when I was in elementary the moment the school ends was to check my classroom. The second worse feeling was know how crucial our teacher/adviser would be(always prayed for this hehehe).

The second would be knowing and checking who are your classmates. This goes both ways were in you would see if you are still with your comrades or they are now on different sections. And then you would know if you are classmates with your childhood crush LOL!.

The last part would be claiming your territory and that would be were to sit. I always hope that seat plan would not be implemented so that I can sit beside my friends and were I am comfortable(dili pa atubangan para makatog og dili maoy pa answeron hahaha).

And after the class I would just go home right away so that I can still watch cartoons when I get home. Or play to whatever games.  And perhaps the best news you can hear be NO CLASSESS/ WALANG PASOK. Such a sweet and satisfying  to hear that it gives you an overjoy reaction.

A glimpse of a secret park

Was busy drinking coffee and what caught my eye sight was a glimpse of a secret park. There were high walls surrounding it and green fresh grass were growing. Goat and other animals like dogs would roam around freely and play. As children will gather to fly kites and play games. What a place to be with were in fresh air and cool shelter from the trees beside you.

It was the most relaxing view I have witnessed despite the hazard thinking and problems I have today. As the fresh grass grow at its peak and a small hole filled with water seems like a lake. I want to jump from the building I am staring with and go down to that place at it provoke me to be there.

I just want to be there and feel the soft grasses on my feet. Especially when it's raining were in the soft moist allows you to feel it on your foot. No matter how I look at it and how I picture out it looks best as the way it is.

I have been always a dreamer and followed some visions of my own. But what I saw was just a realistic kind of place. Behind all those walls was a great wide place for recreation as I pass beside those walls when it's time for me to go home after work. But what was hidden and protected from those walls was a great view that can only be seen when you are above.

Happy Mothers day

Dear Mama,

Kumusta namo ni papa? Nag cge gihapon mog date didto likod sa atong balay? Puhon ma maka visit ko ninyo diha ni papa mag dye tas imong buhok. Kay mao jud ni permi imong e.sugo nako once a month kay para wa kay uban. Bisag di ko kahibaw nakat.on nalang pud ko kay para di ka halata nga senior citizen naka. Gi ingnan tika nga atong ipa blond imong buhok pero di ka mo sugot kay imong idol si Marian Rivera. 

Mahibong nalang ko nimo mag tanaw kag TV mag atang ka usahay sa next sequel ni Dingdong Dantes. Nganu mag atang man kang Dingdong nga naa man ko? Naa pay maminaw mo ni papa og drama sa radyo while nag tuk.ong mos lamisa kay naniudto.

Sukad ni barog ko sakong kaugalingon tiil mader dako na kaayog deperensya. Wa nay mo pukaw nako inig buntag para kuhaon ang punda og habol aron ma apil og laba. 

Wa nay mo laba sakong mga bulingon og mo tahi sakong nanga wagart nga brep katong nag skwela pako sa elementarya. Pag highschool di pako kalimot imo kung pa dalhon og bawnanan nga ang kan.on gi dasok pag maayo aron di magutman. Pero akong kwarta mahurot ra gihapon kay lami man ang singkamas og gi slice nga penya sa tindahan.

Wa nay mag duwa og solitary sa sala sukad tua namos probensya ni papa. Ang lamisa nga butanganan sa imong baraha napulihan nalang og charger sa cellphone og ashtray. Sukad naa naka sa probensya wa nay mamadlong sa mga bata diri kay pang bali.on imong mga tanom og buwak.

Puhon maayong tempo og dagan sa panahon mo pakalit rakog abot dra sa ato. Mo kalit rakog butho sa atong tugkaran. May nang ambush tirada sa akong pag abot para pakurat og medyo na I drama kay surprise kuno.


Imong anak

Summer kite flying

It’s summer once again when I was a child it’s the month of ultimate freedom. It’s the time were all we worry was how to find and seek playmate’s whole day. During this time kids are also circumcised while others go and visit their home town. Something just reminds me when I was a child during this month and that’s kite flying.

When was the last time I have played and watched my own made kite soar to the sky. After gathering the necessary in order to make the kite the plan will be implemented. And when it’s done the moment of truth will be tested. It all pays off to watch your kite fly as it freely glides in the wind and soaring higher as I release and extend the thread on it. It’s a feeling of contentment and satisfaction seeing your kite flew with ease.  It’s an overwhelming feeling that what you have created fulfilled your expectations.

Either standing or sitting under a small shelter provided by trees while watching and guarding your kite. Watching over it for random instances might occur or happen. If the wind is quite strong the kite would crash or the thread would snap. Or even worse if there are nearby kites and end up entangling with yours.

When will I try this again?

When would I make another homemade kite and start to let it fly?

When would I blow and whistle so that air would come and would help me lift my kite?

 When will I roll those threads again on a tin can when I am done playing?

At the moment only childhood memories linger on my mind as I look back how simple life was way back then.

A lost old friend

I never knew someone would message me in facebook and it took me half a year to notice it(lol). It was a fine morning while I was sipping my coffee when I opened my facebook account. I a message but I was assuming it's one of those random spam messages and useless stuffs.

But when I opened the message I was shocked who it was and it was from a long lost friend of mine. As I read the messages and noticed that it was 6 months ago(how horrible hehehe). I set aside my coffee and checked my pending request since I have a lot and half of them are random people which are selling St. Peter and etc.

The name looked weird but one thing that I assumed since I noticed the redundancy of the name which I am sure it was that old friend of mine. When I opened the profile after confirming the friend request bam! I knew it!. Oh well I enjoyed browsing the profile and immediately responded to the messages which took me like a whole paragraph just for one reply.

I never realize my old friend would find me and would still remember after more than 4 years. And as I browse the pictures from the account those tease and jokes just randomly flashed on my head. And somehow I end up smiling and laughing from time to time looking like a bipolar kind of synergy.

One thing that made me dissappointed when I didn't noticed the friend request and message for quite a long time. And missed the chance to meet since my old friend visit cebu(igang, alimoot city hehehe). But still thankful that people who never forget you even if those simple jokes and laughs you throw at them.

That made my day and even weeks as we talk about many things and happenings. Eventually our work on the next day got jeopardize due to long chit chat and summing up those things that happened before. And as usual we were talking like kids that would speak almost anything and random things.

Till then my old friend maybe a bottle of beer would be there to witness and hear our stories and discussions again.(forgot to mention poso hehehe)

Decisions

Trying to think of what to do on how to be progressive. The brain is struggling on the ideas that come up short. Little opinions spinning around the head but temporarily thrills your for a while. But still the problem is there reality is knocking as to what you see that moment tomorrow comes. 

The moment you open your eyes even if you have not slept. Urgent things needed to be done but your are not that productive while things starting to complicate. All the things that needed to be done in order to solve the situation just drop by and fall. Trying to think on what to do as confusion is slowing you down.

Things have been messed up lately and all you have are the hope of the hopes. Always having a positive look that everything will be alright even you the things that you are thinking are close to happening. By just predicting on what to happen you know it will be a related story after the incident have done.

Position

Almost all of us wants to sit and have a rest but nearly others want more than just a sit. What if you can sit and earn more rather than resting and regaining your strength.

You could sit because you are famous.
You can sit because people acknowledge you.
You are seated on a chair because people have chosen you.
You are seating on a chair because you fooled people.
You are seating on a chair because your families legacy was great.
You are seating on a chair because your first agenda was to help.
You are seated on a chair because you have cheated?

So many reasons why you are seating on a chair. Others convince you to choose them since they are the same as you are and they experience the same things you do.

Others convinced you by endorsing famous celebrities and people. They convince you and provoke you to choose them. But what else can you do? it's all up to you since you are responsible for the progress of the country.

Those people out there competing would change as soon as they get there chance to sit on that chair. Choose wisely and don't get fooled by others who used famous to hide there main agenda.