Unravel Life 2

Fact: Another hiatus just went by.

The usual stuff: Apologies for that quick time skip, truly, those bouts of writing 'depressions' are getting quite frequent. And here's what happened to my life during those 31+ days that I'm gone:

1. Election just started on my university and like the one in United States, there's a lot of cutthroat business going on- I guess that's the way things are. Since I'm not a campaign manager of one of the parties anymore, I've been criticizing both sides with biases off the bat this time. Both parties have their own share of bad blood, but I have to admit, both also have good things to offer to this university. Politics, really. Confusion and interest mix like cookies and cream.

2. My report on COMA 101 had begun and just finished last week. It was probably the hardest thing I've ever done on my academic life, next to reading multiple essays in one night. For one thing, it isn't just like any normal report- the professor (an eagle, with eyes and claws sharp as Excalibur) has this tendency to eat you alive if you make one, tiny mistake. Guess what? He ate me. Two minutes before I finish my last report, he noticed one mistake with my argument and decided to play with me for a while. And played, he did.

3. I'm getting addicted to online games- again. The first was Special Force, an online game with the likes of CounterStrike. I know, I know. It's a brutal little game, complete with happy-looking guns and blood-splattering grenades, but it's really addicting. The second was (and still is), surprisingly, Ragnarok Online. The fad was over years back., I know Why the sudden comeback? Free server, baby. I don't have to pay LevelUp Games anymore! Though those nifty internet cafes might celebrate my frequent return to Cubicle 13.

4. Academics are mediocre. Unlike last semester where I could surely say that I'll get a high grade on ALL my subjects, this time, it's a total mess. I don't know, maybe it's the subjects, surely it can't be me. I've been studying DOUBLE time, and there was no weekday when you can't see me reading my books. It's hard comprehending and memorizing at the same time. Arrrghh. I got to bring my grades up to my standards, or a Honor Roll at least.

5. I'm watching Heroes. It's actually great. The characters are superb, and the plot- totally engrossing. It's the same cliche, really, multiple characters fiinding out they have totally cool powers, save-the-world plot, a shady organization to mess things up, and a totally evil villain to mess BOTH the organization and the heroes up. However, the execution of the cliche, I'm happy to say, is actually not cliche. There's timeskips, surprise threads pulled out like a rabbit out of a magician's hat... wow. Simply outstanding. Don't fail me, Heroes!

6. I finished Death Note, the anime series. Probably the most wicked anime I ever watched. Law of Ueki, which was my favorite anime before, was beaten 10 to 0 with this totally intelligent work of art. The characters are magnificent, unique in their own ways, but it's the plot- the plot was the key. Don't expect that you'll know what will happen next. Just as you think the antagonist will win, the protagonist will pull an ace that will spice things up. And THEN the antagonist pulls another ace that was actually predicted by the protagonist which was in turn was predicted by the antagonist. TOTALLY COOL. Watch it, please.

That's it. I've been quite busy watching and studying, but please, I'll try to blog again. Don't worry, I'll be back- and thanks for reading this post. ^_^

Fact: July 24 was a fun-packed day.

I just love birthdays- and yes, even if it's not mine.

Rash, who just turned 18 the day before yesterday, is one of my well-liked friends in Block X4. With her charm, wit and peaceful disposition, Rash has this unnerving ability to just get along with everyone. It isn't then a surprise that she was one of the block's most prized members, for not only is she nice and appealing, she is also one of those who helps maintain the tranquility and joy within the block. Not making her special during her special day, especially since she is away from her family and homeland, is definitely out of the question.

And it's not one of those surprises that only last for a moment, because what we plan guarantees that the fun never stops (at least during the whole day). Yes, dear reader, what we plan is an all-day birthday surprise; there is no safe haven for you, birthday girl!

I don't know who suggested what the surprise will be (I have this assumption that it was the Westbrook Girls), but upon hearing it, I was definitely excited to be a part in it. The basic idea is this: As the day progresses along, Rash will receive 18 gifts from 18 boys, boys who- in some way or another- have a connection with her (these boys might or might not know her, and vice versa).

OK. The gifts aren't a problem, with the help of our block president's 'special friend', we have acquired 18 cute souvenirs- small bottles containing a blade of baby orchid, planted on gel sacs of different colors. It was the boys that were a problem, either our university lacks the sufficient boys we need, or our block just don't know that much boys. Boyhunting is definitely in need, and luckily, 98% of my blockmates are females. No problem there. I think.

Anyway, to start off the birthday surprise, the block gave Rash- through a batch 08 boy who I understood was being seduced by her (or was it the other way around?)- a large paper bag, one of the 18 souvenirs, and a note saying our greetings as well as a warning that she would bring the paper bag with her the all day.

For where else will she put all those bottles? :D

Immediately, the block received a message from Rash, asking what the hell is going on as well as her thanks. Ayeen, the block president, and I decided to meet up to look for more boys. We still need 5 more, and we still have to 'orient' those boys who will be giving the bottles. However, since there are no familiar boys in sight and the heat is now beyond overwhelming, we decided to refresh ourselves with my fave drink nowadays, Coke Float. Yum, yum.

And yes, I intended to include Coke Float on all my posts. Haha.

Anyway, the surprise did not end in disaster after all. With no boys and the day almost over, the block decided to recruit girls and to leave some of the precious souvenirs on her dormitory. It's not part of the basic plan, but it's the thought that counts, anyway. Heh. To top it all off, Rash received all of the cute little bottles, as well as the happiness a debutant and a friend deserves to have.

Happy birthday, blockmate! Have a great year ahead of you, and enjoy life being an adult.

As for you, dear reader, you have my thanks, and have a good day ahead of you.

Fact: Davao cannot and would not experience the full effects of a storm.

I'm in Davao.

This place is just so marvelous. For 15 years I have lived here, and it still amazes me. The calm wind, swaying trees... sigh. Sometimes I curse myself for leaving this little haven of mine, but it was really my adventurous side that got the better of me. I want to explore new places, dammit, I don't want to get stuck here forever.

But still, Davao. Thanks for being so great, you cute city surrounded by big mountains.

Let me hug. ^^