First of all, I've submitted a new fanart in theOtaku. It's my Otaku ID, which is my submission for Kami's Contest. Here's a mini version of the work:
Anyway, I gotta say that today, Friday, and of all dates, 13th (yeah, Friday the 13th), brought me some bad news: Ron Paul has officially ended his presidential bid. Actually, he announced it yesterday, which is still sad to me since it was the Independence Day of the Philippines and Ron Paul was a man who believed in liberty and independence (See the connection?). But then again, it's not like it shocked me. We already know that he didn't exactly very well in the primaries, so I guess it wasn't long before he actually decided to back out.
But I was really hoping that a miracle would happen on the Republican National Convention in September. I was really hoping that the combined efforts of the people will make possible what many thought was impossible and make Paul as the Republican bet (and not McCain). But I guess it wasn't meant to be.
Oh well, at least something good came out of the Ron Paul Revolution in my life. Now, I've been more wary of the corporate media (and plan to make a fan manga about it --- if I can). Now, I've been more interested in actually reading books seriously. Now, I've started to truly deviate from what most people call "common sense" and try to see the real deal. Now, I've felt better in my life and I've become much more educated. That's all thanks to Dr. Paul.
There were five characters that I've considered as the greatest inspirations in my life. Three of them are fictional (Conan, Kenshin, Light). One is dead (Raul Roco). And the last is Dr. Paul.
I wish Dr. Paul the best in his new revolution. And although the presidential bid, Dr. Paul can trust me that the revolution will live forever in my heart.
As for who I'll support now, I'm considering either Obama (because he has a big chance of winning) or Barr (because Paul would have wanted him to win). One thing's for sure, it's not going to be pro-war, "100 years in Iraq" McCain. And that's from a Filipino whose country is deeply affected by what the Americans are doing to their country.
Anyway, have a nice day!
Life: 06/13/08 | Posted By: The Mask | | Personal | Tags: fanart, otaku id, revolution, ron paul
I was supposed to post this on Tuesday, but I got busy and tired. Anyway, here is my vacation report. As promised, no paragraphs. Just a bullet-type post.
MAY 3 - My parents tell me and my brother all of a sudden that we'll be going to Agusan del Sur. Left for said province through ship at evening.
MAY 4 - Arrived in Trento, Agusan del Sur.
MAY 5 - Started spending time working at my grandfather's hardware shop.
MAY 6 - Nothing special.
MAY 7 - Started reading "Densha Otoko" ("Train Man") at OneManga.com. Made the Psychology Society website online.
MAY 8 - Changed the web host of my website. At hardware store, a kid called me *gulp* UNCLE. Visited a nearby inn in the hills managed by my uncle.
MAY 9 - Bought new toothbrush to replace broken old toothbrush.
MAY 10 - Sale at the streets near Trento Public Market (happens every Saturday).
MAY 11 - Mother's Day. Ice cream galore.
MAY 12 & MAY 13 - Nothing special.
MAY 14 - Picture taking at the hardware. (Hopefully, I shall post some soon.)
MAY 15 - Nothing special.
MAY 16 - Grandpa's hardware gets new employee named Simon. (Names changed to protect privacy.)
MAY 17 - 20-year-old Simon called 18-year-old me *gulp* UNCLE. (Man, do I really look that old?)
MAY 18 - Went to shopping warehouse. Bought chocolates for mom as belated Mom's Day gift. Finished "Densha Otoko"
MAY 19 - Sent the photos.
MAY 20 - Aunt and her family who migrated to New York arrive in Trento.
MAY 21 - Toured my US-migrated cousins around Trento. We got souvenirs from US: most notably a big box of Oreos (YUM!) and Swiss Milk choco drink powder.
MAY 22 - Spent time with extended family at Mainit Hot Springs in nearby province of Compostela Valley.
MAY 23 - Tour with extended family at Davao Crocodile Park and SM Davao in Davao City.
MAY 24 - Bought new flannel jacket at Saturday sale for PHP 100 (less than US$ 2)
MAY 25 - Coming-home party for my aunt and her family who migrated to New York and arrived in Trento.
MAY 26 - Departure.
OTHER NOTES:
- I've been called UNCLE at least six times, mostly from kids who seem to be around 10-14 years old. But the amusing yet scary one was Simon calling me that word even though he's older than me.
- I got to eat the ice cream!
- Internet was available 24/7 at my grandma's house.
- A drawn version of my jacket will be shown on my submission for Kami's Contest.
And that's all I can say. HAVE A NICE DAY.
Life: 05/31/08 | Posted By: The Mask | | Personal | Tags: agusan del sur, vacation
- Currently looking for something to feature in the outdated "Only in Asia" world.
- I only have a few days left before my vacation in Agusan del Sur ends. We plan to leave on Monday evening, so that I can arrive at my home in Tuesday morning and catch up on my enrollment, which is scheduled on Tuesday.
- My aunt who just arrived from the US brought two iPod Shuffles that were supposed to be given to me and my brother. But since I'm no gadget otaku, I decided to give it to my other aunt who's still in her 20's. I know, I guess you'll say something like, "WHACK THE FUT, MASK?! YOU GAVE UP A FRICKIN' iPOD?!" Well, I just don't think I'll be able to use the darn thing frequently anyway. Also, I have an MP3 player that also serves as my thumb drive, so I guess there's no need for an iPod. Plus, now that I think about it, an iPod can store limited types of files, while a thumb drive can store any type of file. So, if I had to choose, I'll go with the thumb drive.
- Manga Recommendation: Densha Otoko. Finished reading it last Sunday. Loved it. Enjoyed it. Now one of my favorite manga series.
- Let me guess. You still can't get over the fact that I gave up a frickin' iPod.
- I plan to hold a contest. The contest will involve a *cough* TOP TEN LIST and the upcoming anniversary of theOtaku. Let's see if this idea of mine will actually become a reality.
- So I spoiled you not too long ago with my "unmask The Mask" segment, since I never unmasked myself. Not to worry. In the next post, I plan to show my face in the picture.
That's all for today. HAVE A NICE DAY!
Life: 05/24/08 | Posted By: The Mask | | Personal | Tags:
You've seen me in the comment box in the official theOtaku world. You've seen give my analysis on the whole cupcake crap (which I'm now starting to be convinced is another one of Adam's crazy pranks). So I'll admit, I WAS ONLINE during my vacation here in Agusan del Sur. And yeah, I'm still in Agusan del Sur.
Well, my grandmother's place has a considerably fast Internet in a computer that I've never ever seen the last time I spent a vacation here. So, I get to surf the Web every freakin' day.
I was actually planning on giving you the details of my vacation when I go home, but what the heck I'll just give you a quick description of my vacation. Well, I get a part-time job, I get to eat the street ice cream that I've been craving for 2 years, and I've finally realized how I look older than I really am. Just wait for my report, which I guarantee won't be a 20-paragraph essay.
Until then, have a nice day.
Life: 05/20/08 | Posted By: The Mask | | Personal | Tags:
Currently listening to several character theme music pieces from Death Note, particularly that of Light and L. Yes, the fandom continues to live on . . .
Last Sunday, I attended the 18th birthday party of my cousin in the province of Negros Oriental. It was fun, with all the food, the dancing, the coats and ties, the singing of my little cousins, the photoshoots (especially with the one posing like Light), and the Chocolate Fountain.
Oh, the sweet, delectable Chocolate Fountain. Goes well with the bite-sized brownies, butterscotches, marshmallows and fruits. Even more special when there's nothing to dip on anymore and it's all hardened; that way, you can scrape it with a spoon and have some chocolate for your sweet tooth. L and Mello would've been so happy 
. . . Thanks Blue Hawk for introducing me to this sweet invention back in your 18th birthday.
On other birthday-related stuff, our bossman Adam is celebrating his birthday. Go ahead, click the link and show some love . . . or at least a ceasefire if you're a bit upset with him.
Anyway, in the next three weeks, I'll be out of town and spending a vacation at my mother's province of Agusan del Sur. So, I'll be offline at that time. They actually have Internet there, but last time I checked it was SO slow. Plus, I might be busy working in my grandpa's hardware store.
Lastly, I've decided that, after more than a year of hinting that I'll be "unmasking The Mask", I'm finally gonna do it . . . NOW! So, here it goes...
Oops! I was shot at my back! My brother actually took this pic without my knowledge at the hotel where my cousin had that party I talked about. So I guess that The Mask is still NOT unmasked! *evil laugh*
Until next time, everybody!
Life: 04/30/08 | Posted By: The Mask | | Personal | Tags: agusan del sur, birthday, debut, negros oriental, unmask, vacation
