CURIOUS GEORGEs

Here we are taping our selves while watching a video. What that video is...see for yourself and pls dont blame me. lol.. tata



♥ eileenie

MY FiRST "A" ESSAY THiS SEMESTER

I just wanna share my first essay for this semester for my english literature class. I dont mean to brag but it is an "A-" essay and im very proud of it. lol. i justed wanted to share since i havent posted anything in ages. enjoy

TAKE ME HOME

Indeed, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. It is a big world out there that a moment to get to know, love and respect oneself is the first step to make it physically, emotionally and spiritually in this random world. We can compare our own quest of self discovering and fulfillment to Odysseus’ twenty years of journey away from home and loved ones. As we grow up, we experience the true meaning of life and it is not always easy and relaxing. Some parts of life are meant to be difficult and challenging to prepare us in greater tests ahead. In his adventure, Odysseus faced many ups and downs which made the heart of this epic. His story and our own journey and journeys to be begins with a choice: one that is usually difficult to make but is also the only ticket for the way home.
It was a painful decision for Odysseus to agree to lead the war in the city of Troy. He knew the consequences and suffering it will bring forth to his life and his family’s. Knowing it is the only way home to agree and get it over with, he finally decided to join with the mind set that he will succeed and return safely. During his voyages, he endured in a an exhausting trip: fighting in a ten year war, bumping into a giant hostile cyclops, being lost at sea, and held captive by sexual goddesses. He faced these tests with only one goal and that is returning safely home to his loving wife and son. With perseverance and help of some good friends he met along the way, he finally returns back home and meets his families and friends anew. Upon his return to his hometown he receives his real award for this long sojourn. Nothing can beat the feeling of being back home seeing familiar faces, meeting his son for the first time in twenty years, rekindling relationships with his faithful wife and feeling the warmth of good friends around. These are the real reward for a man of honor and it is something money cannot buy. This adventure made Odysseus the man he really is: brave, determined, loving and powerful.
Our own journey, we could say, is synonymous to his. Like Odysseus, we can accomplish the same outcome with the same perseverance and the same attitude he possessed. Our journey also starts with a significant decision and it is just a matter of making the right one. Do we want to take risks and endure painful path to achieve the success we want where everything will turn out okay in the end anyway? Or do we want to play it safe, not taking chances and live a bland life? A wise man like Odysseus would go for taking the risky adventure and face consequences. It is these hardships that makes up a strong-willed, determined and fulfilled human being. Success does not happen over night. One has to work hard for it and even challenge themselves to find the real meaning of their life’s conquest. After the wild adventure is where we find our true peace and serenity which makes us feel safe and at home. It will also make us feel powerful, knowledgeable, compassionate and accomplished.
Odysseus’ long battle away from home gave a deeper meaning to his life and personality. He faced whatever lies ahead of him, good or bad, just to get safely back home. With a knowledge of how harsh the battle he will go through away from home, he still chose to depart. More than benefiting himself, he knew it was going to benefit his beloved countrymen. It was that choice, of going to the war, that gave Odysseus the true essence of the word “success.” Our own journey is identical to his if we also posses the same attitude. We do not know what our future brings. Will it be dreadful or will it be pleasant? The necessary step is for us to determine and to make it happen. In that important step though, is where the decision making comes from. It is this brilliant step that will get us to the right path, make us see the randomness of the world and finally takes us safely home.


The teacher's note says : "not as polished as i would like it to be, but a very well thought out essay."

=) thanks for reading.

Eileenie

CANADA EH?

FACTS ABOUT CANADA/CANADiANS (based on my experience)

* it is such a wonderful place. weather, environment, greenery & scenery wise.
* they call soda, pop.
* there is a large majority of asian-indians, chinese and rednecks.
* legal drinking age is 18!.
* canadian guys are HOT.
* canadian girls as well.
* in group of friends, there is at least 0ne or two asian-indians.
* very chill country/town(vancouver).
* limited nightlifes available.
* vancouver int'l airport is one of the best airports in the whole wide world.
* almost all houses has basements.
* hockey is everyones favorite sport, followed by baseball and tennis.
* a perfect get away for the summer!!

PRiM & PROPER

So tell me, is being modest out style now? Does people prefer the more provocative, bold and promiscuous way a lady caries herself? Please fill me in on this...

Whatever happened to the conservative ways? The prim and proper? The shy type but smart women of this society?

I am not being conceited, but I do believe that I act in a manner a proper lady should. Yeah, Ive had my naughty days, my childish days, my dorky days, but that is who I am. I laugh hysterically, but do not strut my boobs. I flirt with opposite sex, but in a shy and typical way. I am not the sexiest, nor the prettiest person in the whole wide world, so I can't and won't attract attention by stripping clothes off or showing skin.

My point is, everywhere I see: the cyberspace, work, the mall, TV, magazines, and school, I seldom see modest girls anymore. What's sad about this is that a lot of guys do fall for girls that shows sexiness in a fleshy way. Did they forget about the simple, smart and modest-that-can-be-attractive-and-sexy-ladies? So yeah, guys/boys what is your preference and why? I need to know these stuff so questions stops running in my mind. Thanks for your time.

And ladies,, please have some modesty!!!! I leave you with these words from a famous Irish author, Jonathan Swift, “As blushing will sometimes make a whore pass for a virtuous woman, so modesty may make a fool seem a man of sense.” Peace out =)!!

Big Kiss,
Eileenie

MOBiLiZE ROBOTS

TRANSFORMERS is out in theaters now. It is a freaking awesome movie. As what my brother just said, "That shit was dope men." LOL.

So we went and watched in theaters today. Me and my brother James headed on there an hour and a half early just because we know it was gonna be packed. Damn right it was!!!! Thank God we managed to get good seats still. People of all ages and all races came there and watched it. But of course, eye candies were the asians and the geeky looking people. LOL.

The best way to put the movie in words would be - three hours of awesome robot battles. Shia Lebouf never lost his charm. He is still cute as ever. Optimus Prime and Megatrons fight was the highlight of the movie, in my opinion. This is by far, the best movie ive seen in years. Michael Bay (also directed Armaggedon and Pearl Harbor) did a fantastic job with this movie.

Ya'll better watch it, "theres more to it than meets the eye". LOL

Big Kiss,
Eileenie

Act of Random Kindness

Act of Random Kindness- ARK
"Change the world by one act of random kindness at a time" - G (as in God)

Evan Almighty is a must-see movie. It is a great family movie. Hollywood had not been able to produce a movie deserving to be called a "family movie" lately. This has been the first ever in ages, I think. Better and funnier than Bruce Almighty by a long shot. Steve Carrell has come a long way since the Newscaster character and The 40-year old Virgin. It brought along good messages and lessons for both young and mature audiences. And the message is that GOD rules us all and he has great plans for everything.

Hope you go see it too. It'll make your day. Thanks for reading.
Oh, dont forget to do your act of random kindness today.
God Bless!!

Big Kiss,
Eileenie

AUTOMATED CUSTOMER SERViCE

My internet connection was down for three days. First and second nights I let it pass just because I thought it is something temporary and I was not in the mood surfing the net anyways. The third night, I just got back from work aggravated so I turned on my laptop to surf the net so I could at least get my mind off of stuff. Then again, no connection. I finally called Cox Communication Services. And I HATE calling them because they put you on hold and you dont get to a representative that can help you as soon as you want it to be.
To my surprise, after a few minutes, an automated computer voice server helped me. She/it walked me through stuff like turning my modem off, clicking something on my wifi link sys, etc while she/it tracks it down on their computer. All I had to do the whole time was say "YES", "NO", and "CONTINUE" loudly on the phone so the computer could program it. Going through it, I felt stupid because I thought talking to a computer on the phone is not going to get me anywhere. But, I was completely wrong. The whole thing just took five minutes or so and it got my connection back running again. It was the coolest thing ever.

Eileen, welcome to the digital age. DUH! lol....

Eileenie

iM READY TO BE "EXTRAORDiNARY"

EXTRAORDiNARY by: Mandy Moore
I was a bay tree
Quiet and unseen
I lived in stories but inside I kept a mystery
I was a starling
Nobody’s darling
Flying in perfect circles
Desperate company

[Chorus]
And now I’m ready
And now I’m ready
And now I’m ready to be
Extraordinary

A midnight airplane
A window blowing
I know I am another sparkle in the sky
I shine on copper
Still undiscovered
But you must see me in the corner of your eye

[Chorus]
And now I’m ready
And now I’m ready
And now I’m ready to be
Extraordinary

Waking up to wake up some day
I am my own prey
Stopping off at a sidewalk cafe
The wind is playing up in the trees
Kicking up confetti leaves
Sings as if it’s all to say

[Chorus]
And now I’m ready
And now I’m ready
And now I’m ready to be
Extraordinary

And now I’m ready
And now I’m ready
And now I’m ready to be
Extraordinary

-This is my last song syndrome/fave song at the moment. I do want to be extraordinary sometime in my life. I want to oppose my usual boring, redundant, bland and plain life. I want to add a spice into it. The question is though, WHEN and HOW? until then, Im now back to my normal life. hehehehe

Big Kiss,
Eileenie

DESiDERATA

Go placidly amid the noise and the haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.

As far as possible, without surrender,
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even to the dull and the ignorant;
they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons;
they are vexatious to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain or bitter,
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs,
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals,
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love,
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment,
it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be.
And whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.

About two or so years ago, everytime I fall into sadness, confusion, arrogance and fear, I always find my self reading the "Desiderata" poem that is posted on our wall. It really gives me a sense of calmness in my mind every single time I read it. It keeps my feet on the ground and always reminds me of the good values and beliefs I have to follow in order to keep my sane. And I love love that feeling.

Lately, I was too preoccupied and busy and lazy to even read it anymore. I even forget we have it up there. If I would have remembered so, I would have handled those stress better and would have known how to calm myself. Now I came upon it again, and wow, what a spirit lifter this is. This makes me a good person in an instant. It is like a recharger. I love this feeling!!!

Hope, reading this will make you feel as good as how I feel. This is such a lovely poem for us to just ignore. Please take a time to read it and sink in to your soul and mind. Be cheerful and strive to be happy. =D

Big Kiss,

Eileenie

SUDOKU

This kind of game is really mind boggling. Fun. Challenging. Addictive.

Mechanics is as simple as: Filling the grids so that every column, every row, and every 3x3 boxes all contain numbers 1-9.


Ive been at it every night of my life now. Its really addicting, and I "thank" Jen&Jonas for getting me hooked on this game. This game is kinda like that game "snakes" on nokia cellphones that makes you dont want to stop and the minute you close your eyes, images of it are the only thing you see. And, it gives you headache that you cant complain about because you just cant stop!

When you do try to play it, please please do yourself a favor and start with the easy ones. You'll make your life easier. LOL.

Happy playing =D

Big Kiss,
Eileenie

QUOTABLE QUOTES pt2

"Happy moments, PRAISE GOD.
Difficult moments, SEEK GOD.
Quiet moments, WORSHIP GOD.
Painful moments, TRUST GOD.
Every moment, THANK GOD."-- RiCK WARREN (author of The Purpose Driven Life)


Very inspiring ain't it??? God Bless you ALL..

Big Kiss,
Eileenie

PARTY LiKE A ROCKSTAR!!!

Damn, this drink is one of a kind. Shit, redbull does not even COMPARE!!!
So alright, Friday morning, I was tired, lazy, drowsy and sleepy. On top of that, I was in for a full eight hour closing shift at work that day. Arrrgghh. When I got to work, I just did not feel right. I wanted to boost up my energy quick but I didnt wanna drink coffee. So I rushed to the store to get me some energy drinks. I usually get RedBull. Ive been loyal to redbull ever since high school days. It does work in moderately satisfying way. The effects are tolerable but stronger than coffee. Anyways, so when I got to the store, I was just about to get my usual Redbull, for some reason, my hand directed to the Rockstar Energy Drink right next to it. I said it is fine, i wanted to try something different this time.
That whole afternoon, I felt it kick in. My energy boosted up the whole afternoon and throughout the end to the night. Although, it wasnt that strong yet. In fact i thought it wasnt as strong as redbull at that time. Well, thats what i thought...
That night, I couldnt sleep due to the caffeine intake from the drink. I felt bad for my laptop because I must've turned it on/off for the nth time since i could not sleep. I shifted from random books and magazines, to television, DVDs, and back to my laptop. Well, sometimes, this can be my routine if Ive had a lot of caffeine intake from work. But believe me, this night/day is very unusual. So anyways, I decided to just lie in bed at around 3am. All i did was toss and turn, talk to my self, sing and think about random stuff. By 4am, I was half asleep. And was again wide awake at 5am. WTF. I couldnt sleep at all, so i decided to just cook some noodles for my hungry soul. By 5:30am, i decided to go to the gym. Stayed there for about half an hour. After that, i went to walmart to do some grocery shopping. Got back home at around 9 am. Still not tired, so i then again watched more dvd. By 2pm, still no sleep. I decided to head on out and get something to eat and even, this is so spontaneous, got a TATTOO<---watch out for new entry.
What the heck, and now, Im back at home, nothing to do, typing this blog with still no sleep at all. So ive learned my lesson. From now on, i'll stick to my REDBULL, and no more ROCKSTAR, unless, of course when needed (wink*wink*).
My mission now, is find me some sheep so i can go back to me peaceful sleeping. Thanks for reading.

Big Kiss, Eileenie

Quotable Quotes

Noah Calhoun:
"I couldn't sleep last night because I know that it's over between us. I'm not bitter any more, because I know that what we had was real. And if in some distant place in the future we see each other in our new lives, I'll smile at you with joy and remember how we spent the summer beneath the trees, learning from each other and growing in love.
The best love is the kind that awakens the soul and makes us reach for more, that plants a fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds, and that's what you've given me.
That's what I hope to give to you forever.
I love you. I'll be seeing you."

"THE NOTEBOOK"

Red Rock Pix

Wednesday: Maybelle and I decided to take a little excursion trip to Red Rock Canyons. I got to drive since her car is in the shop. Can you believe it???? I DROVE TO RED ROCK!! OH MY GAAAAH! LOL.
So we got to redrock, checked out scenic places, took pictures, drank a lot of water, talked to strangers, roamed around, sat on rocks, posed a lot, played with the sun, danced in the car, sang, ran, walked, hiked, etcetera, etcetera.
It was a fun day spent with my cousin. And its always fun having a nature trip. i love it.

Big Kiss,
eileenie

MAROON 5. iT WONT BE SOON BEFORE LONG...

Maroon 5, hit maker with the songs like, "She Will Be Loved", "This Love", and "Harder to Breathe", is back with their newest album.
Honestly, not as amazing as their past cd, but this one is a sure hit as well. Songs to look out for in this newest cd:
"Makes Me Wonder"
"Better That We Break"
"Back at Your Door"<--- my fave out of this cd.
"Goodnight Goodnight"

There you go. Grab a copy. Say no to piracy, but if youre broke, i'll/we'll forgive you. LOL.

Enjoy Listening.

Big Kiss,
Eileenie

Please Dont Drink and Drive

This is Jacqueline Saburido on September 19, 1999.

This is her and her Father, 1998.

This is her on Vacation in Venezuela.

Birthday party as a child.

At a party with friends.

The car in which Jacqueline traveled. She was hit by another car that was driven by a 17-year old male student on his way home after drinking a couple of hard packs with his friends. This was in December 1999.

After the accident Jacqueline has needed over 40 operations.

Jacqueline was caught in the burning car and her body was heavily burnt during around 45 seconds.

With her Father, 2000.

Getting treatment.

Three months after accident.

Without a left eyelid Jacquie needs eye drops to keep her vision.

Now 20 year old, he cannot forgive himself for driving drunk on that night three years Ago.
He's aware of devastating Jacqueline Saburidos life.

Not everyone who gets hit with a car dies. This picture was taken 4 years after the accident and the doctors are still working on Jacqueline, whose body was covered with 60% severe burnings.





God forbids this happens to anyone close to me or I know. People are stubborn!!

Just recently right after I got my drivers license and started driving around the city, I thought about something. What is the disadvantage of getting your license and start driving? I say it was being unable to drink whenever your out clubbing, or partying or just plain drinking at the bar with friends. So for a slew of occasions now, I wasn't able to drink alcohol at any parties and bars I have been to ever since I started driving. And Im very proud of myself for that. Even proud of my friends to for they did not let me drink and drive. But I have a confession to make, yeah, I need a spank in the behind because I totally just did that today. I had a couple of shots in the bar and even took some with me on my way home. Okay, I wasnt drunk, but tipsy enough to drive in swirls on the streets of vegas. I am guilty of this, I am stubborn but I promised my self, even way before this, I will never drink and drive or at least try not to.

Ironically, right when I got home, I saw this message posted on Myspace bulletin. This totally hit me and made me feel guilty, nauseous and sad. This story is so sad and it had to happen to someone so innocent. Live is so unpredictable out there. So please, dont drink and drive. Spare someone their lives and even yours.

Hope this will serve as a lesson to stubborn people out there who could care less about anything....

Big Kiss,
Eileenie

FLiCK PiCKS

DREAMGiRLS-
You have to have a sense musicality in you for you to appreciate this movie. It is based on a 1981 broadway musical, therefore there is a lot of singing in this one. This movie debuted American Idol 3 reject Jennifer Hudson. She did a terrific job acting and extra terrific when she sang.
This movie is something you might want to watch with your mom or aunt or girlfriend. Some boyfriends/brothers/guy friends, I think, will have a hard time appreciating this one. Nevertheless, this movie is worth watching. A lot of goosebump moments when they perform. This will leave you wanting more...

50 FiRST DATES-
Ive seen this movie thrice now. Until now, I still laugh my ass off, cry and laugh some more. For some reason, I find this movie bittersweet. It is just so sad that they have to go through that over and over again for the rest of their lives for what? just for her to forget it again and go through it again and its just going to be a cycle like that forever. But then again, its sweet and touching, because she has a man that loves her that is willing to go through this redundancy just for her to remember it even for a small period of time for the day. This magic is called...TRUE LOVE

BECAUSE i SAiD SO-
A very typical mother and daughter relationship kind of story. The story evolves around a nosy and protective mother. Who, according to her, only wants her daughter to have a healthy relationship and not ending up alone. So, she does her daughter and her self a favor by setting up a blind date for her daughter where she picks the guys herself. The only thing is, she picked the guy according to her likings and not necessarily to her daughter's likings. This caused chaos because on the other hand, the daughter found another man. So she basically dated with two different guys at the same time. One guy she dated just because her mom said so, and the other guy, she came to really like and love. Very interesting to watch. Makes you wants to have sisters and a sassy mom, very funny relationships with the characters.

THE HOLiDAY-
A feel good movie. Very refreshing to watch. Loved the character and the story. Im sure you'd love it too...

...so thats my flick picks for now. These are the four latest films ive seen for the past two weeks/month in the theaters, my tv and/or computer...

BiG KiSS,
EiLEENiE

MUSiC & LYRiCS

Lyrics:
Cora:
I've been living with a shadow overhead I've been sleeping with a cloud above my bed
I've been lonely for so long
Trapped in the past, I just can't seem to move on

Alex:
I've been hiding all my hopes and dreams away
Just in case I ever need em again someday
I've been setting aside time
To clear a little space in the corners of my mind

Chorus: [Both]
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
Oh oh oh

Cora:
I've been watching but the stars refuse to shine
I've been searching but I just don't see the signs
I know that it's out there
There's got to be something for my soul somewhere

Alex:
I've been looking for someone to shed some light
Not just somebody to get me throught the night
I could use some direction
And I'm open to your suggestions

Chorus: [Both]
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
And if I open my heart again
I guess I'm hoping you'll be there for me in the end

Cora:
There are moments when I don't know if it's real
Or if anybody feels the way I feel
I need inspiration
Not just another negotiation

Both:
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
And if I open my heart to you
I'm hoping you'll show me what to do And if you help me to start again
You know that I'll be there for you in the end (more)

Philippine Election 2007

Many things have had happened in the Philippines over the years. A lot of good things, and certainly many more bad things. Through the years, Filipino people had only felt and seen suffering, pain, hunger, illness, bitterness, murder, and poverty. This year and the coming years, we deserve way better than this. Its time for a change! Obviously, change does not occur overnight. It is something each and everyone of us needs to work on over and over again. If we fall, we rise up again. And change comes with wise decision making

I haven't been in the Philippines for almost eight years now. I never had the chance to exercise my right to vote there. Firstly, I wasn't at the right age while I was still residing there, and secondly, I together with my family just decided to become US citizens for various valid reasons. So, a lot of people will think that I do not have the right to even meddle with Philippine politics anymore. And this is all I have to say....YES I DO!!! I am in this as much as everyone is. I respect and still care for this country, my country.

Even though I cant cast my votes anymore, I still wanted to choose from the senatorial candidates. My Top Three would have been;

1. Chiz Escudero
2. Edgardo Anggara
3. Panfilo Lacson

These people, I think are the rightful ones to rule the senate. I like these three because they are proved to have had a change in the society. I remembered Lacson's day as a PNP Chief, and certainly he has done a lot of changes, for the better. Anggara and Escudero had the fair share in the society as well. They, and not some movie actor should win. So What? They acted out as politicians in the movies and they think its as easy as the real life. I probably do not know or understand where they are coming from, but Filipinos are smart enough to make wise decision. Actors are strictly for screens and they should just let the politicians who studied, and went to school or at least came from a family background of such to rightfully fill in as law makers, crime stoppers and helpers of the Philippines.

Im not expecting anyone to understand and agree with these opinions I made. After all, what do I know about all of these? RIGHT? I do not fully understand whats going on inside and out as much as I wish i could. SO dont hate. Hehehe....


PS. oooOOOOoohh. I heard Pacquiao is losing over Custodio. THANK GOD.... People are smart you know. LOL...we have been there and done that. What happened? a BIG nothing... lol.. Know what I mean? anyways.. hope everybody voted wisely. Have a safe week ya'll.

Big Kiss,
Eileenie
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its my fucking birthday..... YAY!!

Finally, im 21. Im very much legal here in the US of A. Wohoo..I wanna scream my lungs out. At the same time, i feel like im old. and the sad thing about it is that im still a kid at heart. I dont know when im gonna change this childish acts i have. i have to gain my poise and stand up as a grown lady. but i cant, i still goof around everywhere and anywhere. its not like im complaining, i love being myself, especially when i see people get mesmerized when i pull my jokes, my silly faces and my imitation of people. uggh.. nontheless, im happy and cant wait for what will happen in the days to come. "eileen, grow up!!!!"....

Thank God, i have friends who still remembers this special day for me. Im thankful for my family whos been there for me through thick and thin. Im thankful for this special day GOD has given me. He has given me a wonderful marvelous gift....MY LIFE. Cant wait for many more birthdays to come and many more parties to come, many more trials to come, heartache, joy, laughter, pain, tears, experiences, love and etc.

21st party pictures