It took a while but the Philippines is no longer A(H1N1)-free. The Department of Health recently confirmed the first ever case of swine flu in the country. The victim is a 10-year-old girl who recently flew in from the US.
I hope this is just an isolated case and does not spark anything disastrous. On second thought, Manila's got terrible air pollution. Maybe it's enough to deter the airborne virus from spreading. LOL.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Day of the 'dogs
The Orlando Magic came back from 15 down to snatch a 107-106 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Lebron James was at his usual best scoring 49 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, dishing out 6 assists while blocking 3 shots in the loss. The Magic were 9-point underdogs in Game 1.
The American Idol final night turned out to be another shocker. There was little doubt that everyone expected favorite Adam Lambert to win. In a bizarre twist of fate, voters rallied behind heavy underdog Kris Allen who came out on top.
Sometimes I like rooting for the 'dogs to make things interesting. It's not fun if you go chalk all the way.
The American Idol final night turned out to be another shocker. There was little doubt that everyone expected favorite Adam Lambert to win. In a bizarre twist of fate, voters rallied behind heavy underdog Kris Allen who came out on top.
Sometimes I like rooting for the 'dogs to make things interesting. It's not fun if you go chalk all the way.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Back to books
People might not believe this because I'm actually having a difficult time believing it myself too, but I've mysteriously started reading recently. I was never into books so it's quite puzzling, I know.
Reading was never my thing, at least not since the Hardy Boys Casefiles were in fashion back in my primary school days. That's the last time I remember enjoying some form of literature. I guess going through a stack of pages wasn't my idea of having a good time while I was growing up. Glad I was able to survive school having enlisted the help of Barron's or Cliffs for my book reports. I wish we had Wikipedia back then. It would've been way easier.
Anyway, I've been spending a lot of time the past few days finishing a couple of borrowed books. I'm hoping to finish them soon so I can return them and borrow a few more. I can't say how much longer this phenomenon will last but I'm hooked for now.
Reading was never my thing, at least not since the Hardy Boys Casefiles were in fashion back in my primary school days. That's the last time I remember enjoying some form of literature. I guess going through a stack of pages wasn't my idea of having a good time while I was growing up. Glad I was able to survive school having enlisted the help of Barron's or Cliffs for my book reports. I wish we had Wikipedia back then. It would've been way easier.
Anyway, I've been spending a lot of time the past few days finishing a couple of borrowed books. I'm hoping to finish them soon so I can return them and borrow a few more. I can't say how much longer this phenomenon will last but I'm hooked for now.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Phiten-ized
I've been wearing these titanium-infused Phiten necklaces for about a week now and I must say they've worked for me so far. I've been taking less of my asthma maintenance medication and I noticed I don't tire out anymore.
I'm not saying it's all because of these. For all I know it just might be all in my head. But whatever, as long as I feel it works and it does me good then that's all that really matters.
In case y'all are wondering, yeah I wear two and I never take them off.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Days and confused
I dunno what's wrong with me. Maybe I just lack sleep because I've been planning my day like it's a Saturday, only to realize it's just Friday.
Blown out Vol. Atlanta Hawks
My team got spanked in a pickup game last night at the Ateneo Gym, 30-10. If you follow the NBA Playoffs, we shot like Atlanta and defended like Dallas.
Unbelievable.
Unbelievable.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
The Kings of Cover
Need proof that there are a lot of dumb people in this world?
Cleveland and Denver are an astonishing 17-0-1 against the spread during the first two rounds of the playoffs. The only non-cover was a push in Game 4 of the Cleveland-Atlanta series.
Amazingly, there are quite a number of bettors who still faded these teams despite the odds being stacked against them. They were looking to break the streak while everyone else was cashing in. If that ain't stupid, I dunno what is.
Cleveland and Denver are an astonishing 17-0-1 against the spread during the first two rounds of the playoffs. The only non-cover was a push in Game 4 of the Cleveland-Atlanta series.
Amazingly, there are quite a number of bettors who still faded these teams despite the odds being stacked against them. They were looking to break the streak while everyone else was cashing in. If that ain't stupid, I dunno what is.
Making it rain Vol. Pacman Jones
We made it rain last night. Good lookin' out for those with umbrellas. Dolla, dolla bill y'all.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Cebu on my mind
It's been almost 2 months since I was last in Cebu and I'm kinda missing its laidback lifestyle. I've to admit that there's not much to do there though.
Anyway, I told myself I'll plan a quick trip there before I start working again.
Anyway, I told myself I'll plan a quick trip there before I start working again.
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Friday, May 08, 2009
Lost for words
Some people are just so fuckin' unbelievable. You give them a inch, they want a mile. This is so messed up I don't know what else to say.
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Disposable protection
This went around over the net last week, mostly via Twitter:
"Ninety people get the swine flu and everyone is wearing facemasks while millions have AIDS yet people still don't wear condoms."
Quite baffling yet so true.
But yeah, if you ask me... I'd most likely wear a mask than use rubber. LOL. SMH.
"Ninety people get the swine flu and everyone is wearing facemasks while millions have AIDS yet people still don't wear condoms."
Quite baffling yet so true.
But yeah, if you ask me... I'd most likely wear a mask than use rubber. LOL. SMH.
PBA groupies
I watched another Talk N Text game at the Big Dome yesterday. I swear I see the same faces over and over again everytime I go. I'm afraid it's only a matter of time until I start seeing them in my dreams too. SMH. LOL.
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Great but not greatest yet
With his quick demolition of Ricky Hatton, Manny Pacquiao is on another level now. He's made his case for the best boxer in the world and I'm sure not a lot of people will object to that.
However, some folks are already proclaiming him the best ever. Too much of a reach at this point. I think he will need to beat Mayweather and perhaps one of the more high-profile welterweights in Paul "The Punisher" Williams or Miguel Cotto to stake his claim for the greatest boxer of all time.
I swear people are too caught up with the Pac-Man hype and slurpfest that it's starting to get annoying.
However, some folks are already proclaiming him the best ever. Too much of a reach at this point. I think he will need to beat Mayweather and perhaps one of the more high-profile welterweights in Paul "The Punisher" Williams or Miguel Cotto to stake his claim for the greatest boxer of all time.
I swear people are too caught up with the Pac-Man hype and slurpfest that it's starting to get annoying.
Mexico's latest export
Mexicans are known for producing good boxers and tequila. Now, they are infamous for spreading the dangerous swine flu virus.
Good thing there aren't any direct flights from Mexico to Manila. Not that it would prevent the virus from reaching the Philippines, but that's way better than sharing a border with them. I can just imagine the number of Mexicans going to the US legally or otherwise. It must be hell for the US authorities.
Good thing there aren't any direct flights from Mexico to Manila. Not that it would prevent the virus from reaching the Philippines, but that's way better than sharing a border with them. I can just imagine the number of Mexicans going to the US legally or otherwise. It must be hell for the US authorities.
Attention-deprived Aquinos
They're at it again. SMH.
Cory Aquino's family, specifically her infamous celebrity daughter, is again asking for the public's sympathy. According to reports, the former Philippine president underwent some form of surgical procedure in relation to her bout with colon cancer.
I still don't get why they have to release official statements and even appear on television to rally prayers for the old lady. It's as if the public truly cares. Can someone please tell them she's way past her prime? As difficult as it is for them to accept, she's just not relevant anymore.
Besides, there are a million other nameless people who have cancer and cannot afford treatment who deserve the public's support and sympathy.
I can just imagine the amount of hype and media coverage she'll get once she dies. I will pity those who don't have cable television. Torture will be worse than Guantanamo.
Previous posts:
Cory and Cancer
Cory and Chemo
Cory Aquino's family, specifically her infamous celebrity daughter, is again asking for the public's sympathy. According to reports, the former Philippine president underwent some form of surgical procedure in relation to her bout with colon cancer.
I still don't get why they have to release official statements and even appear on television to rally prayers for the old lady. It's as if the public truly cares. Can someone please tell them she's way past her prime? As difficult as it is for them to accept, she's just not relevant anymore.
Besides, there are a million other nameless people who have cancer and cannot afford treatment who deserve the public's support and sympathy.
I can just imagine the amount of hype and media coverage she'll get once she dies. I will pity those who don't have cable television. Torture will be worse than Guantanamo.
Previous posts:
Cory and Cancer
Cory and Chemo
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Feels weird to be out of IBM Basketball
I played hoops with my former IBM teammates yesterday. Haven't shared the same court with them ever since the MCBL championship game last December. Moreover, I left the company soon after so I haven't seen most of them since then. They're now getting ready for the 2009 MPG Corporate Basketball League (MCBL) that starts next weekend.
Modesty aside, I built the IBM basketball program from scratch in mid-2007. Since then, we've joined three leagues and we've never finished lower than 3rd. We've gotten two runners-up trophies while placing third once. We've also produced one MVP, one Best Defensive Player, 5 First Teamers, a few more Second Team players and numerous league statistical leaders. Pretty good for a group that had no organized basketball team before.
This season, like our previous ones, I think they have a great chance of getting back to the finals for a third consecutive time. Hopefully, they'll end up winning this time around. I'm sure, like me, they're tired of playing bridesmaid again.
I may not be part of the team and of the program anymore but I'm confident they will be able to continue what I started. We've never missed the playoffs while I was at the helm so I hope they keep that streak going. I left the team in good hands so I'm sure they know what to do.
Good luck, have fun and don't embarass yourselves, boys.
I will miss playing with all of you.
Modesty aside, I built the IBM basketball program from scratch in mid-2007. Since then, we've joined three leagues and we've never finished lower than 3rd. We've gotten two runners-up trophies while placing third once. We've also produced one MVP, one Best Defensive Player, 5 First Teamers, a few more Second Team players and numerous league statistical leaders. Pretty good for a group that had no organized basketball team before.
This season, like our previous ones, I think they have a great chance of getting back to the finals for a third consecutive time. Hopefully, they'll end up winning this time around. I'm sure, like me, they're tired of playing bridesmaid again.
I may not be part of the team and of the program anymore but I'm confident they will be able to continue what I started. We've never missed the playoffs while I was at the helm so I hope they keep that streak going. I left the team in good hands so I'm sure they know what to do.
Good luck, have fun and don't embarass yourselves, boys.
I will miss playing with all of you.
Pacquiao KOs Hatton
Didn't expect to see it end so abrupt, so fast and so soon but Manny Pacquiao sure shut the lights out of Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton for all the world to see. The Brit got clocked pretty bad.
Friday, May 01, 2009
Courtside seats to catch former Tar Heel
I'm excited to see former UNC player David Noel play as Ginebra takes on Talk N Text in the PBA's main game tonight at the Araneta Coliseum.
Dude's been on a roll since arriving as the Gin Kings' import a couple of weeks ago. He got a triple-double on his debut to lead Ginebra to a win. He also captured the Slam Dunk title and was named the All-Star game MVP during last week's PBA All-Star weekend.
Dude's been on a roll since arriving as the Gin Kings' import a couple of weeks ago. He got a triple-double on his debut to lead Ginebra to a win. He also captured the Slam Dunk title and was named the All-Star game MVP during last week's PBA All-Star weekend.
Can't wait to see him play up close. Been his fan since he captained an overachieving 2005-06 UNC team to a fantastic season despite losing its championship core (Felton, May, McCants, Marvin Williams, Jawad Williams).
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