Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Pirates Update
It has been a month since I started playing pirates. Every time I surf the net, I always load this application on facebook to play. I got addicted to this game before. And now, I still consume a part of my surfing time "plundering, looting pirates stuff and attacking other pirates." That is when I've finished attending to some of the more important things I'm doing over the internet.
Playing pirates is actually a more creative way of killing time because the whole process is repetitive. The only thing that keeps me on loading the application is the fact that I do have a lot of time to waste especially that I've been living a bum's life for a long time now. And of course, I do want my name to appear on the top scorers' list! Ha! Beat that!
Now, here's my stats:
Aside from the Pirates, I also play Vampires which is also created by Zynga but I like Pirates more than Vampires just because I got used to it first.
Playing pirates is actually a more creative way of killing time because the whole process is repetitive. The only thing that keeps me on loading the application is the fact that I do have a lot of time to waste especially that I've been living a bum's life for a long time now. And of course, I do want my name to appear on the top scorers' list! Ha! Beat that!
Now, here's my stats:
Aside from the Pirates, I also play Vampires which is also created by Zynga but I like Pirates more than Vampires just because I got used to it first.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Famicom Games
Instead of making this long vacation a time for me to relax, it seems that it has gone boring. I've had enough rest last year and I think I need to get on with my usual busy life but something's just not permitting me to do so. "The force must be it." No, I don't think even Master Yoda knows. But whatever the reason is, I know that in the right time I'll get what I always wanted.
For the mean time, I dwell into things that make me entertained like watching TV, movie marathon, surfing the net and updating my blog. Yep, I've considered scribbling thoughts in my sort of online-diary blogger account a major past time these days. But apart from my usual activities, today, I played Famicom games.
I can still remember when I was still a child; a few years before I started going to school until my elementary years, I used to go to our neighbor's house to watch them play family computer games. It was early 90's when such a video game was every child's dream of having. It was sad for me then that I wasn't able to own that kind of dream toy. Maybe my parents can't afford to have me one for some reasons that I did not know because I never asked why. Instead, they bought scrabble, boggle, chess and other board games. I grew up with these kinds of games aside from the outdoor games which I had a lot of good memories too, and I can write another blog about them. However, I still had the chance to play video games whenever I go to our neighbor and that's the reason why I've become reminiscent of my childhood when I got to play them once more.
This time, I need not go to another's house to play. I still don't own the family computer console but the one we have here is a minicomponent system which is capable of downloading games from the disc. We had not used it for years but when it was fixed yesterday, we tried playing the games again. Here are some of the games we played:
Contra
My sister and I usually play this game. The one being controlled in the game are two commandos whose enemies are soldiers, machines and other creatures. Along the game there are metal boxes engraved with a red falcon logo and flying barrels which give the player a chance to upgrade the weapon from a simple rifle to machine gun, laser, fireball, or scatter ball. The goal of this game is of course to move on to the next stages until the enemies are all dead and their camp destroyed. And one thing I remember from this game is the cheat to have 30 lives. "UP DOWN UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT B A B A." Unfortunately, we don't have the appropriate controller to get it right.
Battle City
This game is one of my favorites since then. Unlike the other video games, the map where the game is played is displayed wholly on the screen for each stage. The goal is to shoot all the tanks of the enemies while keeping the base safe from them. There are several types of power-ups collected from those flashing enemy tanks like stopper, shovel, bomb, shield, and the infamous star. This made the game more interesting to play like for instance there are obstacles particularly the steel which can only be destroyed once the right number of power-ups is achieved; three stars that is.
Twin Bee
Also, one of the exciting two-player games is Twin Bee. The aircraft being controlled by the player shoots the enemies which are mostly those that are found in the kitchen like utensils and food. At the start, the aircraft has a simple single shot and has the ability to launch bomb for ground targets but once the wings of the craft is destroyed it can't be used anymore unless the ambulance which comes only once is caught. The special weapons and abilities are received from the bells which are shot from the clouds. The type of power-up depends on the color of the bell which is achieved by continually shooting the bell until it shifts color from blue, white or red but overshooting turns the bell into something that is destructible to the player if caught. The goal is to again move on to the next stages.
Galaga
Well, I guess, one of the most famous and oldest video game there is. I remember my professor in college telling us that they once created a program like this kind of game. The fighter spaceship being controlled by the player can only move laterally while shooting the insect-like enemies. The goal is to score as much and to move on to the next stages. Sometimes there's an enemy which goes down and tries to capture the fighter. Once captured and successfully shot the enemy, the fighter becomes double and makes the shooting easier. There are bonus stages which gives the player to score more and its quite challenging because you get to see how good you are as a shooter when the number of hits achieved is displayed. Also, at the end of the game, you also get to see your hit-miss ratio. Very interesting indeed!
Legend of Kage
This one's a one-player game. The player controls a ninja whose name is Kage. The goal is to save the princess from its captivity by killing the ninja enemies and going into temple where she is believed to be hidden. There are crystal balls that appear in the screen which make Kage change clothes that corresponds to a certain power-up. Also, a scroll seldom appears in the screen and once this is taken, the ninja enemies begin to die simultaneously. What I like about this scene is the sound and visual effects. Sometimes I play this game just to find the scroll because the video effect is really one of a kind! When the princess is saved once, she gets captivated again and the season changes which is noticeable in the changing of the color of the background.
Aside from these games that I featured in this blog, there are a lot more that I get to play once more. These includes.. Gradius, Sky Destroyer, Bomber Man, Lode Runner, Adventure Island, Jackal, and many more.
It's really nice to once in a while go back to the things that I used to do when I was still young. And I'm glad that I had a quite colorful childhood because now, I have something good to look back to.
For the mean time, I dwell into things that make me entertained like watching TV, movie marathon, surfing the net and updating my blog. Yep, I've considered scribbling thoughts in my sort of online-diary blogger account a major past time these days. But apart from my usual activities, today, I played Famicom games.
I can still remember when I was still a child; a few years before I started going to school until my elementary years, I used to go to our neighbor's house to watch them play family computer games. It was early 90's when such a video game was every child's dream of having. It was sad for me then that I wasn't able to own that kind of dream toy. Maybe my parents can't afford to have me one for some reasons that I did not know because I never asked why. Instead, they bought scrabble, boggle, chess and other board games. I grew up with these kinds of games aside from the outdoor games which I had a lot of good memories too, and I can write another blog about them. However, I still had the chance to play video games whenever I go to our neighbor and that's the reason why I've become reminiscent of my childhood when I got to play them once more.
This time, I need not go to another's house to play. I still don't own the family computer console but the one we have here is a minicomponent system which is capable of downloading games from the disc. We had not used it for years but when it was fixed yesterday, we tried playing the games again. Here are some of the games we played:
Contra
My sister and I usually play this game. The one being controlled in the game are two commandos whose enemies are soldiers, machines and other creatures. Along the game there are metal boxes engraved with a red falcon logo and flying barrels which give the player a chance to upgrade the weapon from a simple rifle to machine gun, laser, fireball, or scatter ball. The goal of this game is of course to move on to the next stages until the enemies are all dead and their camp destroyed. And one thing I remember from this game is the cheat to have 30 lives. "UP DOWN UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT B A B A." Unfortunately, we don't have the appropriate controller to get it right. Battle City
This game is one of my favorites since then. Unlike the other video games, the map where the game is played is displayed wholly on the screen for each stage. The goal is to shoot all the tanks of the enemies while keeping the base safe from them. There are several types of power-ups collected from those flashing enemy tanks like stopper, shovel, bomb, shield, and the infamous star. This made the game more interesting to play like for instance there are obstacles particularly the steel which can only be destroyed once the right number of power-ups is achieved; three stars that is. Twin Bee
Also, one of the exciting two-player games is Twin Bee. The aircraft being controlled by the player shoots the enemies which are mostly those that are found in the kitchen like utensils and food. At the start, the aircraft has a simple single shot and has the ability to launch bomb for ground targets but once the wings of the craft is destroyed it can't be used anymore unless the ambulance which comes only once is caught. The special weapons and abilities are received from the bells which are shot from the clouds. The type of power-up depends on the color of the bell which is achieved by continually shooting the bell until it shifts color from blue, white or red but overshooting turns the bell into something that is destructible to the player if caught. The goal is to again move on to the next stages. Galaga
Well, I guess, one of the most famous and oldest video game there is. I remember my professor in college telling us that they once created a program like this kind of game. The fighter spaceship being controlled by the player can only move laterally while shooting the insect-like enemies. The goal is to score as much and to move on to the next stages. Sometimes there's an enemy which goes down and tries to capture the fighter. Once captured and successfully shot the enemy, the fighter becomes double and makes the shooting easier. There are bonus stages which gives the player to score more and its quite challenging because you get to see how good you are as a shooter when the number of hits achieved is displayed. Also, at the end of the game, you also get to see your hit-miss ratio. Very interesting indeed! Legend of Kage
This one's a one-player game. The player controls a ninja whose name is Kage. The goal is to save the princess from its captivity by killing the ninja enemies and going into temple where she is believed to be hidden. There are crystal balls that appear in the screen which make Kage change clothes that corresponds to a certain power-up. Also, a scroll seldom appears in the screen and once this is taken, the ninja enemies begin to die simultaneously. What I like about this scene is the sound and visual effects. Sometimes I play this game just to find the scroll because the video effect is really one of a kind! When the princess is saved once, she gets captivated again and the season changes which is noticeable in the changing of the color of the background. Aside from these games that I featured in this blog, there are a lot more that I get to play once more. These includes.. Gradius, Sky Destroyer, Bomber Man, Lode Runner, Adventure Island, Jackal, and many more.
It's really nice to once in a while go back to the things that I used to do when I was still young. And I'm glad that I had a quite colorful childhood because now, I have something good to look back to.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
American Idol Season 8
American Idol, the biggest popularity contest on TV starts to search again for new recording artists as it launches its eighth season. In the Philippine local TV network, the first episode of the two-part premiere was aired this day on QTV.
I've been watching this show since the beginning of the third season. The franchise was still on ABC5 that time before QTV took over just last season. Since then, I always watch from the auditions to both the performance and results nights. It was in the third season when a Filipina hopeful got through to the top 12 and kept nailing every performance until she reached up to the top 3. Jasmine Trias became well known in the Philippines as she brought home pride and honor for exuding a genuine talent. Just like Jasmine, Ramielle Malubay, also a Filipina, got through to the top 12 during the seventh season but was voted off earlier in the contest. This season, will there be another Pinoy hopeful that can get through to the top 12?
Aside from supporting every Filipino contestant whenever there is, I also begin to like the whole package of the show. Every time a season of American Idol begins, I always look forward to seeing the auditions. I enjoy watching the performance of the wannabes as they face the judges and hear them react and say the verdict: be it a "Yes, you're going to Hollywood!" or a "No."
Sometimes the judges go mean with their comments like Simon's "It was terrible!" or "The worst performance so far!" and even meaner, but when he does that one just cannot seem to not agree because it's either the performance is hideous plus the outfit is outrageous or the singing is just really shrilly or the person's tone deaf. Then, the wannabe gets disappointed and blurts out his emotions on the after-audition interviews. The whole sort of drama going around the show just makes it more interesting because it contrasts with the latter part of the show where it gets to be more serious in search for real talents.
What's new in this season of American Idol is the addition of a new judge. Aside from Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson, and Simon Cowell, the fourth and youngest member of the panel Kara DioGuardi will be part of the show. I dont know, but to me, she kinda resemble Sarah Wayne Callies or Sarah Tancredi of Prisonbreak. I must say she looks strict but beautiful.
Kara is known to be a big icon in the music world. She is a songwriter, record producer and a singer. With such credentials, it must be good to have her among the members of the panel. For seven seasons of the AI, it's only now that two female judges will be heard commenting on the contestants' performances. I wonder how these contestants will take in the comments of the four judges. With all these new add-ins in the show, I guess the eighth season of the American Idol is a must see.
Thursday, January 08, 2009
My new friend
Since last month, I've been receiving email from my new-found friend. Everyday I always check my email account; very excited to read an update regarding her response to my present crisis that I once shared to her. Sometimes she forgets to drop by but I do understand that she also gets tired of all my demands. Like during the 11-day holiday period, she disappeared without any notice then I was left thinking, "Am I on my own now?" But at the back of my mind, I was making myself believe that she'll be back again soon; that she'll be doing what she always does for me.
Just as I thought, she's back after the holiday. I was happy then that the connection is still there. But during those times that she failed to give me what I need of her, I had a realization that this relationship would end sooner or later. It's because I need to work things out for myself too and not just rely on her.
Now that I still have no plans of how to act on my own, I know she'll still supply me with everything that I need. That is how generous my friend is. I just hope that all her effort gets paid by making me happy and satisfied.
Since the beginning, this is what I expect of my new friend, LiNa......@jobstreet.com
Just as I thought, she's back after the holiday. I was happy then that the connection is still there. But during those times that she failed to give me what I need of her, I had a realization that this relationship would end sooner or later. It's because I need to work things out for myself too and not just rely on her.
Now that I still have no plans of how to act on my own, I know she'll still supply me with everything that I need. That is how generous my friend is. I just hope that all her effort gets paid by making me happy and satisfied.
Since the beginning, this is what I expect of my new friend, LiNa......@jobstreet.com
Thursday, January 01, 2009
Needs and Wants for 2009
Yep. It's the start of another year. And here I am listing down some of the things that I wish to have this year and some that I need to put more of my attention to. Since new year resolutions are just for the young ones or for those who still believe in them, I have listed here more of the things that my heart desires. I've placed a tag on them to indicate which ones should be getting more of the attention. Obviously, "Need" requires more of the effort than "Want" but in the end I think they just equalize. That is.. when money gets involved.
Cellphone - want
I do need an upgrade! A 3G phone is at the very least of my requirement. My phone's been up and running for almost three years now and it's got its wear and tear. The battery to say the least is causing me to get annoyed when my phone shuts off everytime it receives a call or even a message at times. Battery pack got replaced once but still it won't do. I definitely need a new unit and I won't go for a SE phone when I get to purchase one.
PSP / PS3 / XBOX360 / any Gaming Console - want
Yes, Boredom kills! I really need something to fill in idle times with some pleasurable moments especially now that I am on a looooong vacation from any work. Now that's studying is over playtime is on! It's time to unleash the gaming-freak side of me! Well, I guess...
Digital Camera / Canon DSLR - want
I am not a professional photographer or any sort. I am just fascinated with the ever-changing technology and I want to try them out. Haha! Actually, I am fond of keeping good memories in still photos or just writing about them. When capturing nice scenes or events, why not use the best device there is, right? Honestly, I don't have money yet to purchase my luxuries but I will work myself out to have them..haha.. Aja!
Buy and read more books - need
What? It's just not me to read books but hey, I finished reading J.K Rowling's Harry Potter books! Then, that's all! And that's very long time ago. This time around, I'll make sure that I get to read more books and end them with a review. Novels, short stories, comics, inspirational or any that appeals to me. As long as I can say something about it after reading, then I'll give it a go.
Keep in touch(blog, texts, email, chat ,social networking) - need
One of the things that I missed a lot last year is to connect with the world around me. Almost the whole year I was so engrossed with nothing but building my own career. Now, those days are over and it's time to refresh that connection. Updating this blog aside from my other social networking accounts will somehow let any online friends know that I'm still alive. I'll have to make sure to not miss out any gimmicks with the barkada, write more often to my aunt in NZ, chat with my cousin and aunt in CO and reply to all the text message I receive! Now, this sounds more of a resolution huh!
Catch a movie in cinema - need
This one, I like! I think catching a good movie in cinema is a worthwhile past time. I got this idea from C&D who are frequent movie goers. Well, it's part of their job as radio jocks anyway but for me, I consider it as a good activity for friends and family. This year, I aim to catch more movies in cinema because I appreciate more the movie in big screen with best audio quality and with no distractions. I'll try also to comment on movies that I watch.
Listen to music - want
On the year that has just passed, I admit, I've broken the morning habit. I missed out listening to the Morning Rush many times! But I'm glad for both C&D for winning a "bird" in the KBP Golden Dove Award -- and for RX too! Well at least I've been up to date since late last year and I even missed Delle when she was out for a very long vacation. It wasn't that much interesting though with Gino as substitute but the stint worked out for some based from some feedbacks. Aside from the infamous Top Ten, I also missed out some of the new songs last year. I'll try this year to keep myself posted with the new songs and which ones are topping the charts -- mostly from billboard and the local countdown.
Go to places - need
My ultimate dream is -- to find out for myself if the earth is really round. lol! Kidding aside, I really want to travel to different places. If the opportunity is there -- all expenses paid, itinerary is ready and all requirements are fixed, I'll definitely have a round of the different places in the world. But, all journeys always begin with a tiny step. Maybe I got to pay a visit to my province first: in Bicol and La Union. I haven't been there for quite some time. And explore the wonders of our own land -- the Philippine archipelago!
Laptop - want
This one's what I've been wanting to have. I hope somebody just gives it to me because I can't afford to buy myself sooner. I was left with a promise though that I would be given such when I pass the exams so I guess patience is all I need. When I have one, I could just write anything conveniently and anytime I want. So it means better blogging!
Have a job - NEED
And to cap it all off, my biggest need for 2009 is to have a JOB. I guess after listing down all the luxuries I want to have, need I say more about it?
ALL THE BEST FOR 2009!!! =)
Cellphone - want
I do need an upgrade! A 3G phone is at the very least of my requirement. My phone's been up and running for almost three years now and it's got its wear and tear. The battery to say the least is causing me to get annoyed when my phone shuts off everytime it receives a call or even a message at times. Battery pack got replaced once but still it won't do. I definitely need a new unit and I won't go for a SE phone when I get to purchase one.
PSP / PS3 / XBOX360 / any Gaming Console - want
Yes, Boredom kills! I really need something to fill in idle times with some pleasurable moments especially now that I am on a looooong vacation from any work. Now that's studying is over playtime is on! It's time to unleash the gaming-freak side of me! Well, I guess...
Digital Camera / Canon DSLR - want
I am not a professional photographer or any sort. I am just fascinated with the ever-changing technology and I want to try them out. Haha! Actually, I am fond of keeping good memories in still photos or just writing about them. When capturing nice scenes or events, why not use the best device there is, right? Honestly, I don't have money yet to purchase my luxuries but I will work myself out to have them..haha.. Aja!
Buy and read more books - need
What? It's just not me to read books but hey, I finished reading J.K Rowling's Harry Potter books! Then, that's all! And that's very long time ago. This time around, I'll make sure that I get to read more books and end them with a review. Novels, short stories, comics, inspirational or any that appeals to me. As long as I can say something about it after reading, then I'll give it a go.
Keep in touch(blog, texts, email, chat ,social networking) - need
One of the things that I missed a lot last year is to connect with the world around me. Almost the whole year I was so engrossed with nothing but building my own career. Now, those days are over and it's time to refresh that connection. Updating this blog aside from my other social networking accounts will somehow let any online friends know that I'm still alive. I'll have to make sure to not miss out any gimmicks with the barkada, write more often to my aunt in NZ, chat with my cousin and aunt in CO and reply to all the text message I receive! Now, this sounds more of a resolution huh!
Catch a movie in cinema - need
This one, I like! I think catching a good movie in cinema is a worthwhile past time. I got this idea from C&D who are frequent movie goers. Well, it's part of their job as radio jocks anyway but for me, I consider it as a good activity for friends and family. This year, I aim to catch more movies in cinema because I appreciate more the movie in big screen with best audio quality and with no distractions. I'll try also to comment on movies that I watch.
Listen to music - want
On the year that has just passed, I admit, I've broken the morning habit. I missed out listening to the Morning Rush many times! But I'm glad for both C&D for winning a "bird" in the KBP Golden Dove Award -- and for RX too! Well at least I've been up to date since late last year and I even missed Delle when she was out for a very long vacation. It wasn't that much interesting though with Gino as substitute but the stint worked out for some based from some feedbacks. Aside from the infamous Top Ten, I also missed out some of the new songs last year. I'll try this year to keep myself posted with the new songs and which ones are topping the charts -- mostly from billboard and the local countdown.
Go to places - need
My ultimate dream is -- to find out for myself if the earth is really round. lol! Kidding aside, I really want to travel to different places. If the opportunity is there -- all expenses paid, itinerary is ready and all requirements are fixed, I'll definitely have a round of the different places in the world. But, all journeys always begin with a tiny step. Maybe I got to pay a visit to my province first: in Bicol and La Union. I haven't been there for quite some time. And explore the wonders of our own land -- the Philippine archipelago!
Laptop - want
This one's what I've been wanting to have. I hope somebody just gives it to me because I can't afford to buy myself sooner. I was left with a promise though that I would be given such when I pass the exams so I guess patience is all I need. When I have one, I could just write anything conveniently and anytime I want. So it means better blogging!
Have a job - NEED
And to cap it all off, my biggest need for 2009 is to have a JOB. I guess after listing down all the luxuries I want to have, need I say more about it?
ALL THE BEST FOR 2009!!! =)
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