"Out There"

By Michael W. Smith and Steven Curtis Chapman

I talk to you, you talk to me
We speak in our own language
These common truths that we believe
Are like a warm, inviting fire we gather round

But there's a danger lurking here
Inside our place of comfort
We've got to go out in the dark
Cause there's a hungry heart
That's longing just to know
That someone cares enough to go

Chorus
Out there
Someone needs a friend
Who'll walk against the wind
To a place that's strange and unfamiliar
Out there
Where all of us have been
Until love brings us in
So who will dare to go and be a friend
Cause someone really needs a friend
Out there

So we'll sing for you
You'll sing along
We'll let this song remind us
Poor, hungry beggars all are we
Invited to a feast
That none of us deserves
Filled to go to love and serve

Repeat Chorus

Somewhere out beyond the sweet sound
Of amazing grace
Someone needs to see God's love
And mercy face to face

Repeat Chorus

GBox over Econ

I did a very bad thing today. I skipped my class in Econ 102. Okay, let me clarify that skipping class is already a thing of the past for me. That's partly why I am a bit guilty about skipping my class earlier. My line of reasoning for doing so goes something like this--"today's lesson is only a review of my Econ 11 class so it's okay for me to skip it for now." I know it's not right. I just can't pull myself out of GBox. Man! I love singing these days! Especially that it is Edsie-chan's treat. Well, I had my fun and lost a class. That's 'opportunity cost" in action.

By the way, my birthday is coming soon--about 23 more days. I plan to treat my friends at... guess where? GBox! Hehe... It'll be fun! Anyway, I also plan to repost a dozen of my favorite post for the last two years since my blog's anniversary is drawing near too. You might get a glimpse of aspects of my personality you don't know about. I was rereading it awhile ago and it's really entertaining. This blog was made when I was still in first year college and I was still a bit...hmmm...rude? The entries, or at least some of it, are really rough with a lot of outburst every now and then. Somehow, it mirrors my immaturity during those days. It's good to know that somehow, I grew emotionally and spiritually.

By the way, there's a wushu training tomorrow. I'm excited and I'm really looking forward to it. I'm anticipating some body pains so I have to stretch my muscles now if I want to survive tomorrow.

:D

Blog Business

I am blog-hopping at the time when I'm suppose to read some readings and make a script for our report in STS. Somehow I just can't help myself. You know more about somebody through his blog. You know him more through what he writes about and how he wries them. That's just the reason why blogs are fascinating. You get a glimpse of other people's personality and at the same time you learn how to respect their opinion on things.

You know what I really like about blogs? It's when you read your earliest entries and see how you have change through the years. I do that. I read my previous entries especially the earliest ones and I can't help but laugh because of the things I wrote there. I do that on other's blogs also. It's a certified time waster, by the way. So if you don't really have the ime to spare, I suggest that you don't start with it. It might get you hooked and you will, therefore, lose the time you need to do your obligations.

Have you realized that I am preaching? And what I preach applies to me as well? I am suppose to do something but I found myself sitting infront of a computer while reading several blogs. Hmmm....the first two paragraph of this entry is a bit serious, don't you think? It's not really me to be this sentimental. Maybe its the effect of those blogs I've visited. Well, my acquired seriousness is wearing of now while the stuff I have to do is piling up. For my sake, I really have to pull myself away from this computer...

Acad Mode

I'm Back to acad mode right now and I'm already stressed out. To think that classes are barely starting (it's only been two weeks) and I am already feeling pangs of stress. Maybe it's the result of hearing the class requirements. Really, I feel I'll be needing every ounce of energy, willpower and about a quarter of self-bullying for me to do all the work that I have to do. Honestly, I won't be able to do this if I am to rely on my strength alone. I need His strenght. God's strenght. Maybe, I'll make Philippians 3:14 my verse of the semester or even the whole year? It's not a very bad idea... It is, afterall, the theme of this blog. (to those who have no clue about what i am talking about, look at the sidebar and scroll down...)

Anyway, lately I've been ranting about how we should serve one another especially inside my organization--SVCF. But right now, I'll say such a statement is easier said than done. Especially right now that I can feel the heavy load of academic requirements. Anyway, I'll still do my best in both fields.

It's 12 midnight

You Are Midnight

You are more than a little eccentric, and you're apt to keep very unusual habits. Whether you're a nightowl, living in a commune, or taking a vow of silence - you like to experiment with your lifestyle. Expressing your individuality is important to you, and you often lie awake in bed thinking about the world and your place in it. You enjoy staying home, but that doesn't mean you're a hermit. You also appreciate quality time with family and close friends.

What Time Of Day Are You?

--> This things are getting more and more precise. When I read it, I can't help but agree with it. :)

My French Name

Your French Name is:

Valentine Breton

What's Your French Name?

--> how stupid could this get? Valentine Breton? I think I'll stick to my Japanese name---Aniperu Awsanu. HAhahahaha!!!!!

A Kitten to Lion Trouble

This incident happened a few days ago. However, this is the only time that I feel like writing about it. I feel like writing about it for two reasons:

1. My parents are away, thus, less naggers around and I can sit infront of this computer as long as I do my duties as the eldest sister.
2. This is the only darned time that I get a decent internet connection. Damn that WiFi! They charge you for an unlimited internet service but you spend half of the day troubleshooting your computer so you'll be able to get their service! Tsk...tsk...tsk...

Believe or not, it all started because of a cat. No, a kitten. You see, during my summer vacation, my little sister and I brought home a kitten one day. If you know my house, you'll know that no animal lasts within a span of a month. Everyone (except me and my sister) is completely oppose to the idea of caring for a pet. Anyway, I know where that kitten will end up. Sooner or later, they will throw the kitten away (cruel, isn't it?), especially that I will be away for my classes and no one will take care of it (my sister is only 6 years old).

The fated day came and my little sister received the news. She was crying constantly! If only you could have heard her... I pity her and at the same time I got annoyed because I think she is a bit overacting already. But still, knowing my sister, I half expected her to tear down our house when she got the news that her kitten is gone. She even cried when I told her that Alice Academy is over for crying out loud! She also happened to be a fan of Alice Academy, and the fact that she won't be seeing anymore episodes made her cry. poor sister...

Anyway, back to that fated day...

My sister is constantly crying and my father is telling me to console her. Well, I don't really want to console her for several reasons...

1. I don't know how to console a kid who is shouting her lungs out. I don't even know if she'll be able to hear my voice.

2. I really don't know what to say.

3. I happen to like that kitten too, and having it thrown away like that sparked the rebel in me and I refuse to help them during that situation. Let them handle it. They have enough wits to throw the kitten without forseeing this situation anyway...

After days of constant crying...hehe...ok...minutes of crying, my father was finally able to make her stop. I, on the other hand had the brilliant idea of talking to my sister about other pets that are far more interesting than kittens... so that she'll feel better...

This is when the inevitable happened... My father shouted at me to shut up and mind my own business since I don't have the inkling to "help out" when my sister is crying horribly...

I was caught of guard. You see, aside from that he blamed me for the whole fiasco because it is my idea to care for a kitten. According to him, it is my fault because of encouraging my sister to have that kitten for a pet. I don't know but I guess I am just darn tired of getting blamed for everything that gets out of place. Sometimes they are a bit irrational with the finger-pointing, really.

Well, I retaliated. Not with actual words but with actions. Fury and anger took over me and before I know it, doors are slamming. I know, I know... it is so not expected of me. I really have to get rid of this attitude. My mother scolded me because of this disrespect. In a way, I know that I am wrong. Even if my parents wronged me, there are far better ways of making them know their mistake. I made my mother cry that day. And yeah, I cried too because of blinding anger...

Thinking over the whole matter, I say that that whole thing could have been easily prevented if only I had enough self control. It seems that I am not used with my father shouting at me. Anyway, the whole matter is over and everything is back to normal.

Oh yeah...before I forget, the kitten's name is Aslan...

Equivalent Exchange

 I just can't get enough of FullMetal Alchemist.  This anime has everything!  The characters' lines and thinking will really make you think and reflect about something.  Its deep and at the same time it has its funny moments.  From watching it, I learn to call my brother a pipsqueak, for a pipsqueak he really is.  Well, FullMetal Alchemist is sure one hell of a story.  I kinda sorry about the ending though...

GMA 7 aired this anime series before but I ignored it for the sole reason that GMA is showing it and I am kinda focused on my studies during those days.  Also, I have this thing about tagalized animations.  It seems that some magic is lost when an anime is tagalized.  It must have something to do with poor dubbing.  Anyway, now that Animax is currently showing FullMetal, I plan to watch it till the end.  And if busy schedule, paper works and dorm TV competition hinders me from doing so, I vow to get a FullMetal DVD for myself--no matter how much it cost.  If not that, then a manga will do me just fine as long as it is in english language. 

P.S.

Gakuen Alice (Alice Academy) aired the last of its episodes last monday... I am so sad... The storyline is barely starting and there is no news whatsoever that a new series is on the way.  It's a new animation so I guess chances of finding a manga here in the Philippines is rare.  Anyway, I think they made the anime version a little too childish.  The last episodes which are suppose to be the climax lack action.  But still, it is one of my favorites.  I just hope that they continue it...

 

By the way...Mikan reminds me of the "cure" from X-Men 3--The Last Stand.  What do you think? :)   

Frustration

You Should Be a Film Writer

You don't just create compelling stories, you see them as clearly as a movie in your mind. You have a knack for details and dialogue. You can really make a character come to life. Chances are, you enjoy creating all types of stories. The joy is in the storytelling. And nothing would please you more than millions of people seeing your story on the big screen!

What Type of Writer Should You Be?

I guess with this, i should be able to finish the novel i am writing eh?

Enrolled already!!

Wow!! I think hell froze over during the time I am enrolling my self. A day is all it take for me to complete my registration! A DAY! Can you believe that! Well, being a bit higher in the priority list ('cause i am in third year now...) sure help but still, it's quite amazing.

I am looking forward to this school year. I'll put everything to this. I just hope that I'll have teachers that actually teach this semester. I don't know most of them, so I'm quite jittery. I look at the classcards that they issued for the recent semester and the highest grade that I've seen is a 1.5! If that's the case, i'll be lucky to have a 1.75, but that is not enough for me. *sigh* I guess I just have to cross the bridge when I get there. Anyway, I am giving my best...I hope...

:)