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TODAY I'M YOURS Today I'm yours. A slave to your c...
2007-02-14 01:28:00
TODAY I'M YOURSToday I'm yours.A slave to your command.A joker at the Kings court.Noah's white dove.The priest at the confession box.A lullaby at night.A bonfire by the beach.Cold spring water after a long day.Favorite pillow.Pepperspray.A shadow.What else could you ask for?
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The travelling sardine can
2007-02-10 04:27:00
Eyes pulsating, heavy head, nearness to yawn or not, tears about to fall(okey that may be too much),are only a few things I experience after office. For me to get home; I ride the Metro Train, most of the time, to head to my destination faster. But everything has its own price to pay. Hence, I'd like to give an overview about my usual experiences each time I aboard the train.Its starts with purchasing a ticket, if ever you don't have the stored value ticket with you. During rush hours there would be around 20 to 25 people all lined up just to purchase. After purchase, here is where the real battle begins. Before reaching the turnstile, around 120(if you're lucky) to 200 people from work line up to pass thru it. Tiny steps until you reach it. You've got to shove your arms so no one cuts in line. The idiom breathing at your neck becomes an actual act. You need to learn how to comtrol your breathing not to inhale other people's scent, unless you enjoy it as some studies say.When y...
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The Count of Monte Cristo resides in Batangas
2007-02-08 07:09:00
How must one feel being arrested at the age of 67 during lunch, and being accused of murder? Yet be best to ask Antonio "Tony" Leviste. You could find it at the headline of the Philippine Daily Inquirer but in case you can't get hold of one here's what's ironic. Tony's gallant but sorry face is at the middle front page of the newspaper, for being accused of murder. While his former wife, Loren Legarda, is at the upper left running for the senate, and being tagged as "sure winners" come election.View full storyWhat madness could have taken over him to murder a longtime friend and associate Rafael de las Alas, to stain his name, and to spend retirement in a bitter way?Sensational as it is. Here is another benchmark in finding out if there is no one above the law in the Philippines. Has lady luck left Tony's side? Frailty has its costs and strikes back with a vengeance.
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Don't read this
2007-02-03 02:14:00
I got really nothing interesting to blog about. So I'm having a hard time thinking about a topic (there goes my creativity). I've been into this free MMORPG game r-fate, and since then, it took all my attention and social life away. But I had a few good times this past week or so. We dined at Bellinis Italian Restaurant and enjoyed their exquisite food. Located at the Marikina Shoe Expo in Cubao. The ambience is Italian, with a few traces of Filipino (autographed plates, table cloths, to name a few). Italians really love to eat. Their serving are intentionally made for a group. So in order not to order food we could not finish, we decided just to order Bellinis Special Pizza and their House iced tea. The pizza was incomparable to other commercial pizzas, it has a personal homey taste. Makes you think they really spent sometime preparing it. If you like it quite spicy, they got an olive oil containing spices to pour at your pizza. Mouthwatering as I'm banging the keyboard and just...
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I needed a facelift
2007-01-23 07:02:00
I've been meaning to change this blog's template since the start of the year. However, due to time constraints, I wasn't able to do so. I was so tired of the last template, not because of the CSS style that Gecko & Fly did, I think they did an awesome job, but because of my huge image I used as a banner. It just exceeded the level of tolerance of my vanity that it's already sickening. I replaced it with a template I got from Blogger Templates. I think the simplicity of the design caught my attention, somehow. I added a few more badges Digg, MyYahoo!, and Creative Commons, for what its worth oly time will tell.I'd greatly appreciate your comments on this one, guys. After all, it's a journey we are all in. Welcome to Hazy Reality's new look.
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iPhone craze
2007-01-22 09:39:00
I had the opportunity this morning to watch Steve Jobs launch Apple's newest baby, the iPhone , and Apple TV, at Macworld, via streaming video. I won't bother to write something about the apple TV, doesn't interest me quite a bit. It's still basically the same TV, same shows-same content. Why bother? I'm not a big tech fun, however when something this big comes along, it's pretty outrageous not to take a closer look at it. I was fascinated with the noise it garnered everywhere. And I mean every where: RSS Feeds, blogs, TV, etc. If you came from the ends of the earth and have no idea on what I'm blabbing about, it's as simple as these: iPod, cellphone, OSX widgets and software, 2MB camera, Safari web browser (I hope they placed an option for the Firefox), all rolled into one. What's fascinating is the way you scroll...Wait a minute. I'm a few inches away from being considered an iPhone salesman prick. Bummer. Just go to their site and watch the Keynote address and the iPhone...
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Shooting stars
2007-01-19 08:36:00
It was 11:30pm and my eyes were so droopy from the sleep I need. I usually tumble and turn in bed to find that perfect position to make me relaxed and lead me to a good night sleep, but not not that evening. As soon as my back hit the bed, I felt relaxed and my mind began to wander. Half-asleep half-awake, with eyes closed, I saw a figure of an old man in kamisa chino and khakis, ten feet away from me. He was strolling in pitch darkness relaxed in his every stride. I began to wonder what makes this old man enjoy his strolling? Little by little he began to leave me behind. His relaxed mood was so infectious that I wanted to know this old man. So I decided to approach him to resolve my curiosity. As I was closing the gap between him, I realised that I know this old man! He's my Uncle Simeon. I inched my way closer to him untl we were face to face. I asked where was he going? He just gave me an honest endearing look. I decided to open my eyes, grabbed my phone and consult the time. O...
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Soulmates
2007-01-16 02:46:00
A woman walking across the sidewalk saw a guy heading her way. They suddenly stare at each other’s eyes; hearts skipped faster, and breathe fell shorter. The world stood still as they face each other, like a coyote staring at its fresh meat prey. Without holding back, they let go of their emotions and passionately kissed.This is a common scenario on film or at any boob tube toothpaste ad. It’s unexpectedly meeting a person waltzing towards you and sweeping you off your feet. A connection neither of you could explain. Simply put: she’s the one you’ve been waiting for, all your life. Your soulmate.I would no longer delve deeper to the spiritual side of it. So I posted at the bottom other sites that tackle more on that subject. What I would like to babble about is the bliss we get from it. For those of you who hate mushy stuff, prepare to squirm.I get to have the privilege of being a part of a few outstanding relationships. On the course of these relationships, especially durin...
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Gr3atitudeS
2007-01-11 20:00:00
Thank you for sharing your timeFor lending your ear during my distressful momentsFor being patient with my mood swingsFor tucking me warm and away from insecuritiesThank you for the countless bottles of beerFor the round the clock text messages of sweet nothingsFor confiding your secrets while shedding a few tearsFor taking the effort to show at my doorstep chirpyThank you giving me a second lookFor making my nights preoccupied by your scentFor making me appreciate what I haveFor showing me another chapter of my shrewdness and bull-headednessThank you for the wound you afflicted meFor opening my eyes from the hazy reality world of mineFor taking an extra effort for us to be back togetherFor swallowing your precious prideI thank myself for not giving upFor trying to look at the brighter sideFor not losing hope in lifeFor being alive.Thank you. Thank me. Thank all.

Rumpelstiltskin prances round my mind
2007-01-04 06:44:00
Looking backA few things were running through my head as the clock approached the eve of a new year. Questions such as; What is the worth of the past year? Were there any circumstances that came to be a turning point to my life? Am I a better person now compared to a year ago? It felt like an examination of conscience, but on a very much lighter manner or approach. Upon doing it, I began to appreciate what the Lord has offered me. It sums up as follows; I got a little more dedicated to my craft, put a halt to a six-year relationship, started writing again, met tremendous people, was nurtured by friends in my lowest ebb, I began to recognize my hearts frailty...Heading forwardI spent the early days of the year afflicted with colds and drowsiness. My credit statement was nowhere to be found. My dog still trembles from the slightest sound of firecrackers. A shortage of underpants...What an exciting year ahead. Join me in my journey.
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Seasonal delusions
2006-12-22 02:12:00
It's three days before Christmas and I haven't heard yet if my boss has already approved of my vacation leave. See, I got plans. Yes, same things I do during ordinary days: eat, sleep, tv, be drunk and hopefully get laid. So you're thinking "What the hell is so special about taking a vacation leave from work this season?" Aside from doing it for a week straight I got buffers to back up those wicked habits. I imagine lying on the sofa, half-sleep half-awake, a slight hang over inkling while Conan O'Brien babble replays cranks to catch my attention. That's a good vacation. C'mon judge me. Boring? Perhaps. But I easily get satisfied with simple things in life, as long as I'm with people I truly dear. Could Christmas pass without a wishlist? Here are mine...Mon's holiday (delusional)wishlist10. A Nora Aunor shirt (signed is optional)9. A chance to throw Howard Stern over the San Juanico Bridge8. A beat role in one of Roi Vinzons movie7. Have a Mark Wahlberg physique one morning...
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Destinations in the metro
2006-12-18 05:11:00
Destination:GloriettaWe dropped by a couple of days ago to (possibly) purchase Havaianas flip-flops. But due to the small space of their boutique, one needs to fall in line in order to get in and choose what they want. The cheapest I heard is 700php, while other designs may reach 1200php and above. I was headed home and crossed paths with a kid selling newspapers at busses and saw his Bantex with holes at its soles.Equation: 1 Havaianas=14 Bantex*********************************** *******************Destination:168 Shopping MallPurchased gift items and haggled with its Chinese owners. Decent yet cheap, and I consider it a steal. Everything in one roof. From fake Centrums, iPod with a weird apple logo, soccer jerseys, plastic faucets, large snout Lacoste, and an interpreter in case the Chinese owner never understand a thing you say. The huge crowd made our bodies feel like we just came from a wrestling match. Hey, is that a DVD over there......****************************** ***********...
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Usual Tales
2006-12-13 10:07:00
On his way home, Optimistic can't stand not to smile and be proud of himself. After all, her daughter, Nightlife, was about to finish college. It was all planned out from the very beginning...Optimistic and Hesitation, her wife, strived during their early years just to have a stable day-to-day life. When Hesitation gave birth to Nightlife, Optimistic proclaimed that her daughter would be the next barrio doctor. Everyone who knew Optimistic was so excited, for the words coming from his mouth, was hard as oak. Hesitation always warned Optimistic to watch his words carefully and not to loudmouth his plans. But Optimistic was so proud of Nightlife that for every achievement Nightlife acquires, he brags about it during his drinking binges with the townsfolk.Nightlife was unlike the other kids. She was below average. Although her comprehension was low, she was beautiful and soft spoken. Her hair was gold as cornhair while her eyes were blue as the ocean during the summer afternoons. The...
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Untitled 3
2006-12-11 03:18:00
Bittersweet arpeggios from Niccollo Paganini's violin:We danced naked on the damp bare grass.Feet sensitive from its coldness.Waltzing amidst the fast moving earth.Haunting Prelude by Bach in D minor:Sitting at the confession box I rocked my bodyback and forth. Hands tied back.Eyes covered sensitivity doubles.Prancing to Vivaldi's Summer:Descending from the heaven'sA chariot of fire incised the clouds.Driven by a golden haired womanLeft aghast from her laughter.Capricho Arabe on Tarrega's guitar string:Warm breeze after a Sunday mass.The baby rests its head at the woman's bosom.Woman serenely closes her eyes smelling a rose.
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My Reign
2006-12-08 00:49:00
As my queen renounced her throne.Diamond tears filled sleep.She said she had enough, took enough hurt from me.She held fire but she felt pain.This kingdom would never be the same.Save me from my falling reign.For our royal vows would still be same.Shower me with your scent.Be still my breath until my death.Burn this hate filled castle!Bury the scepter in this heart!Stone me to death, black and blue!Smitten. Naked. Blessed.
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Christmas cheer
2006-11-28 01:38:00
The breeze this morning made me realise that Chris mas is getting closer. The anticipation is slowly builds up my excitement each day. At the office, Alvin and the Chipmuks' Christ mas carols are blaring at our speakers.When I was much younger, our family used to go shopping at Cubao and be spectators of C.O.D.'s Christmas presentation held at their facade during the evenings. Parents and kids of all ages watch in awe. We attend mass an hour before Christmas, wearing new clothes. And when Media Noche(12a.m. of Christmas day) culminates, my cousins and I, hold on to the biggest box of gift given to us, and open it at the same time.Now, our family has a new reason anticipating Christmas, for my sister and her husband, now from Caticlan, takes a vacation at Manila. We scour through the tiangges of Greenhills and Tutuban, from the morning 'til our feet are sore.Being with my family is the best gift I always get from God during Christmas. And nothing makes me feel complete than having ...
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Blogs I enjoy
2006-11-21 02:38:00
Blogging is a keyhole for undiscovered talents. I really enjoy doing wildcard searches at blogger and not surprising to find so many talented people around. These guys could express themselves so well that I find myself smiling, nodding, or reflecting while reading their posts. I just hope such talents would continue to write and inspire people by sharing their thoughts.Check these great talents: Addicted to Ink [by Amber], Soothsayings [by Cielo], My so-called love life [by Mood Indigo]. I also see to it to read Jessica Rules the Universe, by Jessica Zafra, Philippine literary pop-icon. Few other blogs I also find interesting are Lorelle, Kiddley, and Designers who blog.Let's all share the experience.
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Forty Winks
2006-11-16 06:16:00
I felt like an elephant with superglue stuck on my feet. That is how I am after a couple of weeks without weight training. Although I run during weekends, nothing beats pumping iron and the sweet pain of DOMS(Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness). So last night, I was headstrong to give my muscles the jolt it needs, for me to be more agile.The pressure was intense not to lie on the couch and watch TV. So I took coffee, and lit a smoke(people warned me about this already, so there's no need to comment about it) After an hour, I was doing bench presses, dumbbell curls, and laughing at Seinfeld's antics. I was done at around 11:30pm. I was fulfilled that I achieved my objective to train.In my room, I relieved my exhaustion by reading a health mag I just purchased(so pathetic), but kept on taking a piss due to the large quantity of liquid intake I had. When my eyelids felt giving in, I suddenly feel to take another visit to the john. Haah. When would this stop? After around five to six time...
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Touch my hair and you die
2006-11-13 04:06:00
A bald man took a seat in a beauty parlour. "How can I help you ?" asked the stylist. "I went for a hair transplant." the guy explained, "but I couldn't stand the pain. If you can make my hair look like yours without causing me any discomfort, I'll pay you $5,000." "No problem, " said the stylist, and she quickly shaved her head.All deafFamiliar with Mr. Clean? Yes. It's the detergent with that sinister smiling bald guy with humongous arms, and blonde eyebrows. How about the eccentric friend of Jerry Seinfeld George Costanza? LL Cool Jay? Vin Diesel? Michael Jordan? Find anything common? Yes. Baldness. Self-inflicted or biological setbacks.Having a bald head or having ones hair cut to look quite bald(zip-zip-zip), is common to men here in Manila. I give you a bet, for every establishment, you'd probably find one or more of the likes. Some of them in a suit, while others in a monkey suit complete with their bling blings. Making eyes burn, just like staring directly to a solar...
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Borat, Billboards, Bryanboy, Blondes and everything in-Between
2006-11-11 02:22:00
Kazakhstan's sixth most famous man Borat , came to be no.1 in the US Box-office with the movie Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan on the US-charts.The movie Pinoy Blond e would have achieved the same prestige as Borat if only Mang Pandoy took the lead.***********************Bryanboy, a Filipino, sparked some controversies on a blog entry he made. It depicts a Brit guy holding a bag and saying Jesus is our fuckin homeboy! Such a confused fellow we should pray for. He even has issues about his name...isn't "Bryangay" more appropriate?***********************The MMDA(Metro Manila Development Authority) instructed billboard owners to take down their infrastuctures due to the hazards it imposes to motorists. After a few days past the super typhoon Milenio, you could see people taking these billboards down. If you ever pass by EDSA-Guadalupe you'd see the tarps already taken out, while some are neatly rolled down. But the steel frames are ...
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A brew of my life
2006-11-09 09:51:00
Have you been bitten by the rush?There's a Filipino myth that when a a young person already drinks coffee he/she won't grow up to his/her potential. Which is why at an early age I was not allowed to drink it, leaving me with no other choice but choco.During the late 70's and eary 80's you could hear people proudly say "...yes, he even took me out for a coffee at the Manila Hotel," Probably due to the extravagant price of coffee at that place, coffee became a recreational activity and at the same time a status symbol. But nowadays, coffeeshops grew like mushrooms. So when you're going to meet someone, this came to be the best place. Or when you don't wan't to be disturbed, want to enjoy bossa, read a book, and all the hundred personal reasons we find ourselves heading for that cold cup of iced latte, or the brewing steam of hot moccha. I realized that some of the important things in my life involves a huge amout of coffee. It served as the paint in my canvas of life.1979, Pro...
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Untitled 2
2006-11-08 04:39:00
I told you that I could make itmake it all alone.Before you said that I wasbuilding dreams made of sandNow I try to never look back againFrom what we might have beenI feel alone but freeNo need to change the real meat times I may be unhappyBut it's something I expect me to be.Awake at night and it's youwho fills my weary heart.Awake I just realisedthat we're already apart.Angry words could never be taken backAnd mere apologies could never mend itPacked up your bagsLeft the ring by the bedsideAnd I woke up aloneI know that you've gone...
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