shades of color

Color represents many things. But the most that it is associated with is either the mood or the personality of a person.

Color communicates variations, different sides, different points of view.

What's your true color today?

I'm Yours

Jason Mraz - I'm Yours

Kyoto, Japan

The second pit stop after visiting Osaka is the city of Kyoto. Historians and poets describe Kyoto as Japan's Rome. It’s considered as the the ancient imperial capital because it is filled with centuries-old temples that have existed for generations and gardens of extraordinary beauty.

Japanese are very diligent in restoring and maintaining the traditional beauty of the place. Once you’ve set your foot in this place,your heart will really be captured.

Universal Studios Japan

My very first out of the country experience. This is the Universal Studios, located in the heart of Osaka City of Japan. The accommodation was courtesy of my brother in law (thanks kuya Perry) who works in the same theme park. It was one of the best experiences I had.

I encourage you to experience the Japanese culture. You'll be amazed at how far this country had gone because of their technology, sense of nationalism and discipline. I've never seen people so honest and friendly, contrary to what we've learned in history about Japanese cruelty. No wonder they've progressed and left our country including other nations million miles.

Discover the land of the rising sun. Discover Japan.

at the end of the day

Sometimes we get angry out of our extreme displease on events or situation brought to us by careless and inconsiderate people. We exhibit strong feeling of emotion that sometimes we don’t care if the words we said could mean or bring long term damage to one’s life. When we’re angry, it is so important that we think before we speak. Because once a hateful word has been said, it can no longer be revoked. Worst, it could even destroy a friendship or a relationship.

At the end of the day, it’s humbling to say sorry to those we’ve hurt or ask for apology to those we’ve wronged. Let’s not forget the valuable lessons of life. Unload that burden in your heart.

sushi

Sushi is one of the most popular Japanese cuisine. It captured my heart and my tastes buds when I visited the beautiful city of Osaka.

Yesterday, I made my own version. I used tuna and ripe mango. Check out the pic. Not bad for a starter (it's my first ever). It’s so obvious that I still need some polishing, but I'm proud of what I've done hehehe (Thanks to those who have posted their sushi making vids in you tube. Very informative).

Next time I'll add crab sticks and cucumber. Plus, now that I know some techniques and other ingredients to make it flavorful, it’ll surely make my next mouth watering. I'm still considering other version called Sashimi, but I'm not yet ready for it at this time.

It’s good to discover and learn new things. Now, I have some in the fridge. Anytime I'm hungry, I'll just grab myself a bite.

What's your story today?

billboard model

Whenever we cross EDSA or those wide highways, we can't stop but to get marvelled by those high rise billboards of celebrities, endorsing beauty products or clothing apparel. They really are eye catching especially nowadays were most of them are revealing - showing more skin than what they endorse.

I think that's not gonna happen to me. Not in a gazillion years. Do I need to be a celebrity to see myself or yours there?

Guess..... and you have guessed well. All you need is quick picture editing tool.

You're an instant star!

a day in a life at the twin tower

Yep, that's the Petronas twin tower at the background. A marvelous structure, artistic architecture.

Tourists are welcome but you can only be up to the 41st and 42nd floor where the highest skybridge is located. And yes, accomodation is free. With their friendly employees, you will enjoy your visit to this world famous landmark.

It's great to be in this city of Kuala Lumpur.

Free Drink

Going around the Lion City was very tiring. Good thing there's free and refillable drink. You can add flavor, I like it plain.

Discover Singapore.

i solved it when i was resting

Last month, I bought an ENHWI-G2, 802.11 Wireless Router manufactured by Encore Electronics.

I was so excited to hook it thinking I could easily make it work with my connection and two laptops. I configured, and then attempted to connect. Nahhhh..Didn't work. Changed the settings, reconfigure, tried it again. Nope. Not successful. Reconfigured, tried again. Until finally, I want to bang it on the wall until it's crushed into pieces. LOLs

After several attempts of figuring out how to make it work, I finally made it (otherwise I won't be writing this hahaha). I was laughing at myself because the solution was so easy. Setting it up was not complicated. But trying to make it work with my connection and two laptops became my challenge. Yes, it was trial and error. And it took me a thousand times I'd thought I lost sanity. Partially, I think I did hehehe.

The thing here is if you can't fix it seating 4 or 5 hours (in a day, WHOA!), give yourself a rest. If there's no deadline to meet, you can probably continue the day after.

Sometimes, the idea to solve a problem comes when you least expect it. And usually it comes when you're mind is gazing into nothing. All it takes is courage and the WILL to fix it. It doesn't matter how fast, long or short it maybe...

What is important is that there's optimism inside that tells you, you can make it. Patience is really a virtue and when you're runing out of patience trying to figure something out, rest.