Numbers game

One Thousand Strong.

90th percentile.

Not bad for a first timer. I think it's exceptional.

The plot thickens

As the days go by, things get even harder. Though I'd like to say that it's a happy problem to have.

BTNH feat. Kelly Rowland, "So Crazy"

Rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony is coming out with a new album this year called, "Strength and Loyalty." Watch out for the single, "So Crazy." The song is reminiscent and similar to Nelly's Number 1 hit, "Dilemma" from 2002. Coincidentally, both songs have Destiny's Child's Kelly Rowland singing the hook.

It's not easily available through Limewire, but you can catch a bootleg version if you try hard enough.

The song is tight. Watch it blow up when it offically releases.

Mixed up priorities

We were giving someone a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Good perks, great compensation plus guaranteed travel. All he had to do was show up. For whatever reason, he missed his appointment. He stood us up. Now, we've rescinded the offer. He's asking for another shot.

Lesson learned? Some opportunities are like lives. You only have one.

Crossroads

It was probably the most difficult conversation I had to initiate in IBM. I'm glad everything turned out well, with a little bit of emotion involved on the side.

Thank you and I appreciate the support. Should plans push through, I'll miss you all.

For real.

Watch Out

I've been eyeing this watch for several weeks now. It was on sale at 50% off, plus I can utilize a 0% installment plan for six months. Not bad at all.

However, the inability to make a decision soon cost me the watch. I came back for it earlier looking to finally purchase. Alas, it ain't there no more. Worse, I still saw it last Friday.

Puñeta.

Friday Night Lights

Just watched the pilot episode earlier at ETC. It's one helluva plot mixing football with girls and drama.

Damn, it got me hooked like Whitney on coke.

Paper, Paper

I finally saw it in print. It's been a long time coming.

Was it worth it? Yeah, but there was a lot of red tape in between.

MTV

I'm liking the new MTV. For those not in the loop, MTV Philippines' franchise ended last December 31st (2006).

There has been a huge difference since MTV Asia (Singapore) took over. It's definitely loads better.

ABL 2007

The season starts today. Can't believe I have to sit out this season due to injury.

Fuck.

IBS Kickoff 2007

Everyone had a blast at the annual IBS Kickoff celebration at the Crowne Plaza hotel last night. The event's success makes it a precedent, that all future kickoffs should be able to emulate and sustain. Now that's gonna be a tough act to follow.

Haste makes waste

Sometimes planning too soon is counter-productive. There are many unforeseen circumstances.

Enough of this childishness

Some people need a lot of growing up to do.

To Nicole's cheerleaders, better luck next time

To The Point
by Emil Jurado
Manila Standard Today
5 January 2007

Excerpts:

The Court of Appeals decision upholding the decision of Makati Regional Trial Court Judge Benjamin Pozon on Philippine jurisdiction over convicted rapist Lance Cpl. Daniel Smith, but at the same time saying that the custody issue has become moot and academic because Smith had since been transferred by the executive to US embassy custody, is Solomonic in some way.

At the same time, it pulled the rug from under those who claimed that it had raised constitutional issues, or that the executive officials who made the transfer possible could be held in contempt. Worse, that the President could be impeached for it.

To me, it seems that the appellate court wanted to play safe by riding on both horses. What is important, however, is that the Court of Appeals did not want to intervene in a purely diplomatic issue as a result of the country’s commitment to the Visiting Forces Agreement, and much more for the sake of national interest.

While those rooting for Nicole also saw the decision as their victory, the bottom line here per the Court of Appeals decision is that there are far bigger interests involved in this case than merely upholding Philippine jurisdiction over the convicted rapist. It is good enough for the executive department to see fit to comply with our international commitment which forms part of the law of the land. After all, failing to comply could make us into some sort of outcast, not only to the US but to the entire international community. Who would ever trust us again in our international commitments?

Yes, Nicole’s lawyers, the militants and the opposition will try to make the Smith case a political issue, especially so since this is an election year. But the people know better— the lack of national outrage proves this. To Nicole’s cheerleaders, I say better luck next time.

L/Cpl. Smith stays at the US Embassy

Good job. Chalk up another point for the Americans.

Oorah.

Ho hum

The year 2007 is already a few days old yet I still see no black and white...

I'm getting a bit impatient here...

Happy New Year!

May everyone have a prosperous year ahead!