Magnified Mumblings

Spain Wins World Cup!

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:19:00 +0000

Congratulations to Spain for winning the 2010 World Cup held at South Africa. This is the first time that a Euro champion won the World Cup at the same year.

Below is a celebratory smooch between Iker Casillas and her girlfriend Sara Carbonero which earlier in the tournament was being blamed for their loss to Switzerland.

Chris Colfer's Ninja Skills

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:34:00 +0000

Who would have known that the soft spoken actor on Glee is a Ninja in disguise? Raphael to be precise. Just look at the reaction of his co-star Matthew Morisson (Mr. Will Schuester)

May 2010 Presidential Elections

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Mon, 10 May 2010 10:47:00 +0000

How was your experience with the new electoral process? For me it was definitely a change from what I am used to. It took me 2 hours with the waiting and filling up the ballot. We'll mostly waiting for my turn ate up most of 2 hours. For the past years, it took me just 15mins tops to look for my polling precinct to dropping my ballot to the box.

The atmosphere near my place was quite festive. I felt that a lot of people voted this year. Of course there were a lot of posters of candidates everywhere. A lot of garbage.

Vice Presidents

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Sat, 08 May 2010 15:04:00 +0000

The Vice Presidential race is as important as the Presidential race. Why? If something happens (knock on wood) to the winner. The lucky VP will take over. Remember Edsa 2? Who would you choose?

Mar Roxas. Belonging to a clan of former President Manuel Roxas, he served as secretary of trade under President Estrada. He did well during his term. He then became a senator. His initial plan was to run for the presidency. After former president Aquino succumbed to cancer, Noynoy laid his plans to run for office. Mr Roxas then gave way for Noynoy. I would imagine Korina's disbelief. A cunning way of using the aura of the Aquino's to help him win the vice presidential seat in a dominating fashion.

Loren Legarda. She shifted to Villar's camp (whom at one point served as his antagonist) after NPC chose Chiz Escudero as their standard bearer. She also reacted when Chiz withdrew his bid. I have no idea what good she has done but we know her reputation as being a political prostitute.

Jejomar Binay. He and his family has a strong grip over Makati. He had infrastructures and programs executed in Makati. Once an avid supporter of Cory Aquino, he is rumored to support her son. For a city who has one of the highest income considering its size still is poor and the tall buildings serve as cover for its true condition.

Bayani Fernando. This eccentric candidate is a Civil Engineer. His background in construction and engineering served him well as DPWH and MMDA chairman. Not a favorite among the squatters and vendors whom he removed from their illegal posts.

My choice, the unfavorite one. Bayani Fernando. A man of action and his no nonsense attitude will help us. The four mentioned names are based on "popular" candidates and track record.

Alternative to Gibo

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Sat, 08 May 2010 12:36:00 +0000

For those who are not sold with Gibo... I respect that, but do not put your votes to waste... choose Gordon as an alternative... Like I said to one of my staff when I was asked why , "wala sa kung sa mananalo o hindiprinsipyo nalang".... Gordon said the same... Leadership, wala sa kung sino ang mga magulang mo...

My Vote Goes to Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Sat, 01 May 2010 02:26:00 +0000

It is already May and elections is a little over a week away. My vote since the start of the year is reserved for Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro.

I have my process of elimination. Let us try to run it now shall we?

Let us start with Noynoy Aquino. Son of the late Ninoy Aquino and the late Cory Aquino. These are two have proven to be leaders, well Ninoy is still way better than Cory but that does not mean that she did nothing. Well, she is credited for bringing down the strongman Ferdinand Marcoss. A feat which she accomplished after her husband successfully awaken the people and through the Catholic church. She also build the fly-overs we see in Edsa. Which I feel should have gone to improving public transport such as railway system. In her administration, CARP was established. As for that land reform, that was about it. Blood has been spilled over that land. As for Noynoy, he was the former boyfriend of Korina Sanchez who happens to be the wife of his running mate, Mar Roxas. He is the brother of Kris Aquino. That is about it. I have more to say about him, but on another blog.

Manuel Villiar. Well, do you really want to consider him? His name being dragged into shady government deals. A business man, well a capitalist in all its bad form to be exact. He is the one that is turning farm lands into subdivisions. I am not buying into his platform. He will pull the country out of poverty because he has done it crap does not work on me.

Richard Gordon. This is a close second in my book for my vote. He is head on. I like what he did to Subic after the Americans left. The only issue is that he is as hard as a rock.

Erap Estrada. Do we really have to consider this guy??? Seriously?!?

That leaves me with Gibo, whose plan is more precise than the rest. His plans answers questions of the first to the 3rd degree. Not like we should follow the correct path or I will not steal crap! Everybody is telling that but how is what the people needs! The rest of the candidates, are not even worth mentioning.

How about you

Happy 32nd Anniversary Papa and Mama!

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Sat, 01 May 2010 02:14:00 +0000

I am happy for my folks that they are celebrating their 32nd anniversary together and in good health! They are in their 60's and I am happy that at this day and age they are able to reach that. Today happens to be Labor Day in the Philippines and 22 years ago we moved in to the house we are living in today!

Meralco Rate Hike Is Crazy!

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 01:08:00 +0000

Normally we get 7-8K on our electric bill. Being in a country where electricity ranks amongst the highest in Asia, this is above the normal bill of a regular home. Well we maintain a 1.5hp air-condition unit and those living inside is as big as two and a half family.

We got our bill this April and it stretch up to more than 11K! 11K! This is more than the previous summers....way more! Makes me think that the extra peso that we are shelling out is being used for the Lopezes' pet candidate Noynoy! I am for another candidate which I would write about on another blog.

But to Meralco, up yours!

Now I am wishing more we have nuclear power present.

Electric Boogaloo

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 22:10:00 +0000

I have enjoyed videos made by Steve Nash or those in which he appeared. Most are very funny. I got this of Ball Don't Lie. Made by probably Leandro Barbosa you guys decide what you think of it...

Other side of Dick Gordon

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:58:00 +0000

This is a great break from the ads that we see on the elections. I had a great time watching this one, more than once. Good to see Mr. Gordon goofing around once in a while.

2010

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 22:59:00 +0000

I know that this is way too late for a new year post but better late than never!

It has been a rough 3 months for me since Dec of 09 until Feb of 10. I lost my grandmother last Dec 18. That was heavy for us since she lived with us and I was the one with her when I brought her to the ER and until she expired.

Two of our friends lost a parent in the 3 months that I have mentioned.

For this year, we started our diving lessons. Me and my wife already had our check out dive at Anilao. Unfortunately she has to do a remedial and we are still to take our exam. Unfortunately during the last part of Feb, her mother suffered her 2nd stroke. She had to be taken care of and our certification is on hold.

We also have our planned Davao outing which is on hold this March. This turns out as a good thing as we are suffing from the effects of the El Nino. Davao is a really hot place, more so during summer.

Shaq Doing Wrestling

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 22:20:00 +0000

This one is funny and even funnier I reckon if you have seen the entire episode. But I hope you will enjoy this.

Events Last July

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 22:15:00 +0000

I have not written anything this July but a lot has happened around the world. Personally I just turned 30! It took a while before it finally sank in but I am at the big 3-0. I guess this what happens to people who are afraid of letting go of their youth...

Aside from Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett, another key figure died just recently. Former President Corazon C. Aquino lost her battle to colon cancer. Her contributions along with his husband's are one of the most important of our generation. May you rest in peace Tita Cory.

I hope that I could post more this August. See ya!

World Ugliest Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 04:49:00 +0000

I have no idea why people will still have contests like this one.... I find it odd.... a celebration of the bizarre.

World Ugliest Dogs

Michael Jackson's Greatest Moment

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 22:15:00 +0000

Michael Jackson's greatest moment was arguably when he performed the moonwalk on Motown's TV special... enjoy as we celebrate his genius.

MIchael Jackson Is Dead

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:59:00 +0000

I just read over at Yahoo! that Michael Jackson died of cardiac arrest at a LA hospital. He was brought there after firemen responded to a 911 call. He was 50

Farrah Fawcett : Charlie Looses An Angel

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:30:00 +0000

Farrah Fawcett best known in our country because of her role in the hit TV series Charlie's Angels. Her trademark hair and smile made her a popular poster girl of her time. She posed for Playboy when she turned 50.

She succumbed to Anal Cancer which was diagnosed last 2006. The cancer was removed but traces where found on 2007. She had her battle withe disease documented in a TV series. She was 62.

Shaq Being Shipped To Cleveland

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:10:00 +0000

This is almost all over Yahoo! Sports. It is a big deal in terms of the dollars involved. Suns owner Robert Sarver would be relieved of the big payroll he gives. I do not think Shaq really would work out in Phoenix, but in Cleveland, it might. The Suns will get Ben Wallace who may buy out and choose to retire and Sasha Povlovic.

Its more of a gamble for Cleveland who choose to built up around their superstar and prevent him from leaving since Shaq is past his prime at 37.

I cannot wait the antics they will do during pre-game.

Who Is Colby Curtin?

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 09:26:00 +0000

Photo from: Katu.com

Pixar has made CGI movies that are heartwarming and are for the family. I guess they never thought that they will touch someone's life like what they have done to Colby Curtin and her family.

Colby Curtin was diagnosed with vascular cancer. She has seen the previews of Pixar's movie Up and wanted to see it before she dies. Family friends made the effort of contacting Pixar and Disney to make the wish come true. On June 10 representative of Pixar flew in from their office at San Francisco with a DVD copy of the movie, stuffed toys, as scrapbook and some memorabilia. She then only had hours to live. She was too weak to watch the movie but her mother was there to describe what was going on. She died hours later.

Pixar has a big heart and so did the employee who was sent to deliver the DVD. The scrapbook according to her mother will be filled with adventures for her. Colby Curtin was just 10 years old.

Lakers: 2008-2009 NBA Champions

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 01:29:00 +0000

I am, like I have said before hates Kobe Bryant. We'll the Lakers won, obviously I was cheering for Magic to win this one. I hate it that they won the series but I felt they deserved it. They deserved it because of a lot of things... which is mostly Magic's fault. I am not saying that they lacked the talent but I guess this is where the experience comes in. Take for example the layup at the second game which may have saved them. On an ordinary season game, they may have made that shot. Another obvious one was when Nelson was guarding Fisher when he hit the clutch shot that sent the game to over time. It was indeed a gamble not to foul Fisher. Stan Van Gundy call not to foul, may be right and may have its merits but Nelson should have guarded Fisher closer and not have given him a big room square up for a shot...

We'll that's life. There is always another year.

David Carradine Passes Away

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:48:00 +0000

He is known as the Grasshopper when he was still a student of Kung Fu in the 70's TV series "Kung Fu". He then headed his legion of assassins as Bill. He always fit those roles like glove. Unfortunately he may have suffered from a little typecasting. He plays the creepy old man who at times good but may have some evil intentions at the back of his mind.

He was found dead by Bankok police in an apparent suicide. We was in Thailand filming for a movie Stretch. He was 72.

Hair Cuts

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Thu, 28 May 2009 22:11:00 +0000

To be honest... I do not care that much about my hair....

Who is Gina Marie Incandela?

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Thu, 28 May 2009 01:57:00 +0000

Sheis Orlando's magic! She has sung in Magic's Amway Arena for the past 4 games during the playoffs in which they never lost! This 7 year old belted the Star Spangled Banner to the delight of the fans and the players. Not bad for a child which had challenges with speech.

Memorial Day

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Mon, 25 May 2009 01:30:00 +0000

How does the average American celebrate Memorial Day?

Twitter Trends

noreply@blogger.com (Nico) — Mon, 25 May 2009 01:27:00 +0000

Twitter and Trends. Are you against or with the flow?