Sunday, April 26, 2009

Forums.

I've been a member of numerous online communities -especially forums- since the day that I got my own laptop and unlimited internet connection. These forums help me connect with other people that share the same interest as mine like artists, actors, bands, gadgets, etc.

Forums contributed a lot to my knowledge about different facts, tips, reviews and whatnot about something or someone. People in there are most of the time polite, friendly and courteous. But there is one particular forum that, for me, kind of changed.

As the years passed, the number users grew and a lot of newbies surfaced. Of course the purpose of people in joining these groups is to learn a thing or two about a gadget or device. But some long-time members of this forum feel that they are more superior than others especially the new people. They are somewhat intimidating like with their replies to the posts of other users. A number of users with higher authority oftentimes scare newbies or sometimes even veterans too.

How hard is it to answer a query politely instead of being sarcastic? People join these groups to seek help; not to receive mockery in any way.

For example:

Post: "Hi! My computer suddenly turned off. Please help!"
Reply: "Google is your friend my dear."
or
Post: "Is this model better than the other?"
Reply: "Use the search function. That's why it's there."

No wonder why a lot of these newbies never post again or even return.

Based on my experience, I find several users there who are "mayabang" and "feeling sosyal". There's nothing wrong with that as long as you know how to deal with different types of people. They might not have all the gadgets that you own but that does not give you the right to be rude to them.

Remember that you were once a newbie too and finding you way through that site.

I still visit that forum regularly because I usually get my daily gadget fix there. I just see to it that I do not join a dicussion or post something unless I have enough knowledge in a topic so that I can defend myself. Haha

I will not mention names here cause I might get in trouble. Haha.


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Friday, April 17, 2009

To all Mac Haters.

What will happen if you let an avid and long time Windows expert use a Mac for two weeks?


"There's a reason for that similarity, of course: Microsoft took the idea from Apple. After all, why not steal from the best?"

"When it comes to applications that ship with the operating system, Mac OS X beats Windows hands-down. The iLife suite of applications -- including iPhoto, iMovie, Garage Band and iWeb -- is superior to anything you'll find in Windows."

"If you haven't yet touched or used a MacBook Air, take it from me: This is the most beautiful piece of hardware you'll ever see."

"For PC users, Mac OS X takes some getting used to, but once I did, I found it a more elegant, polished piece of work than Windows."

"Overall, though, Mac OS X beats Windows. There, I've said it."

- Preston Gralla
If you are a PC then this article might persuade you to make the switch.



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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Baby Josiah!

Finally! I'm an uncle and soon to be a godfather!

Last April 8, 2009, my eldest sister gave birth to a 6.2 lbs baby boy named Josiah Paul. He's the cutest baby I've ever seen! Awww.

It was supposed to be a normal delivery because my sister started to experience labor pain since Monday, April 6. But after seeing the x-ray, her OB/GYN decided that the baby must be delivered under a Cesarean section.

I accompanied my sister to the hospital around 2pm then brought her to the delivery suite at 3pm. I was the only one there because her husband was still at work and my parents were finishing something for Church. I sat at the waiting area, feeling anxious and hungry. Finally, her husband came and went inside to talk her and the nurses. Then he went out and informed me that the operation will start at exactly 5pm. Okay, we still have an hour and a half to wait.

I kept on calling my mom and telling them to hurry up. Haha. They arrived 10 minutes before 5pm. We sat, waited and prayed that everything would be fine.

After 31 minutes, the nurse approached us and said that the baby is out. She asked us to follow her inside and told us to wait for 5 minutes before they bring the baby to us. Awww.. There he is - baby Josiah.

The feeling of happiness and excitement crawled in me as I looked at his tiny hands and feet. Mom told me that babies cannot see yet but he looked at us one by one; as if he knew the people surrounding him.

Awww.

Sunday, April 5, 2009

Funhouse.

Album of the Moth:
"Funhouse"
by Pink

I never thought that I would like Pink this much. Haha. After five days of listening, here are my top picks:

1. Funhouse - Strange lyrics but this is my favorite! Haha. I think the song talks about destroying the past (memories/relationships) and creating a new life.
2. So What - Awesome. A strong song with a killer attitude.
3. Please Don't Leave Me - Talks about the craziness of being in love. You want to stop but still can't let go.
4. Glitter in the Air - A song that speaks about life's simple joys. And a reminder that it's never too late to experience new things.
5. Crystal Ball - Simple melody and lyrics. It says that you have to face every challenge in your life willingly. No one can tell if you're gonna win or lose, so just go on... And remember that even the crystal ball cracks.

Funhouse

I dance around this empty house
Tear us down
Throw you out
Screaming down the halls
Spinning all around and now we fall

Pictures framing up the past
Your taunting smirk behind the glass
This museum full of ash
Once a tickle
Now a rash

This used to be a funhouse
But now it's full of evil clowns
It's time to start the countdown
I'm gonna burn it down down down
I'm gonna burn it down

9, 8, 7, 6 5 4, 3, 2, 1, fun

Echoes knocking on locked doors
All the laughter from before
I'd rather live out on the street
Than in this haunted memory

I've called the movers
Called the maids
We'll try to exorcise this place
Drag my mattress to the yard
Crumble tumble house of cards

This used to be a funhouse
But now it's full of evil clowns
It's time to start the countdown
I'm gonna burn it down down down
I'm gonna burn it down

This used to be a funhouse
But now it's full of evil clowns
It's time to start the countdown
I'm gonna burn it down down down
I'm gonna burn it down

9, 8, 7, 6 5 4, 3, 2, 1, fun

Oh, I'm crawling through the darkest home
My key don't fit my life no more
I'll change the drapes
I'll break the plates
I'll find a new place
Burn this f**ker down

do do do do dodo do
do do do do dodo do
do do do do dodo do
do do do do dadadada
do do do do dodo do (9, 8, 7, 6 5 4, 3, 2, 1)
do do do do dodo do
do do do do dodo do
do do do do dodo doo

This used to be a funhouse
But now it's full of evil clowns
It's time to start the countdown
I'm gonna burn it down down down
I'm gonna burn it down

This used to be a funhouse
But now it's full of evil clowns
It's time to start the countdown
I'm gonna burn it down down down
I'm gonna burn it down

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Thursday, April 2, 2009

Fail!

Here's a collection of Funny Pinoy signs. Haha. Let's take a break and have a good laugh.













Sa billboard ng isang motel: "Affordable, Clean & Convenience"

Sa isang self-service restaurant sa Cebu: "Please help our comfort room clean."

Sa isang highway sa Pampanga: "We Make Modern and Antique Furniture"

Sa delivery truck: "NOT FOR HERE"

Sa isang pabagsak nang pader sa Libis, QC: "Danger Wall Is Falling"

Sa isang pader: "Marunong ka bang KUMAHOL? Aso lang ang umiihi dito."

Sign ng PLDT: "SLOW MEN AT WORK"

"Welcome to the Philippines - The Only Catholic Country in Asia!" Sa ilalim nito "BEWARE OF PICKPOCKETS"

Sa isang building sa Cebu: "Atty. Domingo Carriedo, Notary Public. Tumatangap din ho ng labada tuwing Linggo."

Sa dating Blumentritt branch: "Far East Bank and _rust Company"

Sa grocery sa Baguio: "Fresh Frozen Chicken Sold Here"

Sa isang bahay na katabi ng auto repair shop: "No Parking and Repair Here"

Sign sa Philcoa: "No Crossing Pedestrians will be apprehended"

"Sorry for the inconvenient. Your taxes is working for you."

Sa Baguio Country Club: "Temporary Close"

Sa Cubao: "No ID Nothing Entry"

Vandalism sa bus: "Boy and Marcy, that's are friends"

Sa parking lot: "Taxi and Outside Cars Not Allowed"

Sa isang construction site: "Now showing - the carpenters"

Sign sa jeep: "LUNITA"

Bangko sa Timog Avenue: "No Parking For Customers Only"

Ofice clinic sa Sta Cruz: "Dr. Sakim A. Morge, MD"

Sa kariton na nagtitinda ng mani: "Pasalobong"

Sa Luneta Boulevard: "BAWAL TUMAE SA BULEVARD"

Sa mga jeep at bus: "Before pay, tell where get the on before get the off," "Full string to stop driver," "For reckless driving, call #########," "Don't close to me, close to God."

Kalye sa San Juan: "Bawal magtapon ng binalot na tae rito"

Sign sa isang newspaper stand: "HUWAG BULATLATIN KUNG HINDI BIBILI"

Tag sa Divisoria: "Ponkan for sale at P5.00 per each."

Sa lumang pader sa Sampaloc: "Matapang lang ang umiihi dito"

Sa isang repair site na walang trabahador: "Your taxes is working for you"

Kainan sa Chinatown: "Le Ching Tea House"

Isa pang pamatay na kainan: "DETH'S EATERY"

Kainan sa Cebu: "we hab sopdrink in can and in batol"

Sa Rizal Ave.: "We buy gift checks and all kinds"

"NAGKAKASAL" sign sa harap ng isang bilyaran

Sa Novaliches: "Jhun Radiator Rifair Shop"

Sa Bulacan: "We repair electric fun"

Vacant lot malapit sa Makati Ave: "DON'T PARKING"

Sa San Andres: "NO URINATING, on the over WALLS"

Sa isang kumbento: "2nd Floor Upstairs"

Entrance sa NBI: "ENTRANCE, Pinoy wag matigas ang ulo"

Exit sa NBI: "EXIT, hindi to C.R., putol titi"

Source: www.skyscrapercity.com

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Wednesday, April 1, 2009

New iPhone to run on Windows?

I was browsing the web and came across an article in CNET stating that the new release of iPhone will run Windows Mobile 7.0. WTF?

"It looks like Apple has finally given in to the superiority of the Windows Mobile platform and given up their attempts to take a bigger market share with the current iPhone software platform. In a move that is bound to be met with people filling the streets with joy and happiness, Apple have just announced that the next version of the iPhone will indeed run on Windows Mobile 7." - Jesada Chandraprasert


Oh No. What the heck Apple!?

Click Here for the full article.


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