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May 16, 2009

ANGELS and DEMONS movie review

i would like to applaud Ron Howard for delivering a movie that rises your interest from start to end. i haven't read the book yet but the movie itself has redeemed Ron Howard's not-so-good reviews from The Da Vinci Code.

another applause for Dan Brown for creatively stitching all symbolisms and artifacts of the Catholic Church's history in one fiction story that leaves us all thinking if they were true. the politics and ambitions that happen inside Conclave and the so-called "war" between science and religion.

as for those that have read the book and seen the movie, the pope dies and the College of Cardinals was assembled for Conclave. it was there that they choose the next pope. and all rituals are to followed as dictated by tradition: the destruction of the late pope's symbols.

meanwhile, an unexpected come back of the Church's enemy, the group of the Illuminati -- devoted to prove that science is the reason of all existence in contrary of the Church's belief that a Higher Power created all things -- raged upon the creation of Anti-Matter.

the Illuminati had their revenge by kidnapping 4 cardinals and kill them one by one in public according to the four elements: Earth, Air, Fire and Water and lastly to bind the church in light killing all inside the Vatican City. even the killing of the pope was also plotted by the unexpected person, the Carmelengo himself. his presence inside the Vatican made him fulfill his ambition and igniting the war between the church and Illuminati. the manner of the killing among the cardinals were very gruesome and you will feel pity to them.

the movie gave us an inside tour of the Vatican and Rome and it was fascinating how they made the sets almost the exact replicas of the real thing. for they are not allowed with access inside.

i've read the other reviews and they have the same sentiments with this movie. the actors line-up was good and Tom Hanks did better this time. Ayelet Zurer as Vittoria was very effective to the role. and even Ewan McGregor played very well too.

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PARAMIHAN CHALLENGES for Php 100,000

if you're a Globe subscriber, you might be interested in joining Globe's Paramihan Challenges. this is inline with their current campaign for Everybodytxt 20. Everybodytxt 20 is Globe's newest prepaid service where you can enjoy DOUBLE of the regular SMS service of 100 text Globe-to-Globe plus 10 texts to other networks for only Php 20! that makes is 200 texts Globe-to-Globe plus 20 texts to other networks. same thing applies to TM subscribers.

How to Avail:

1. Mag pa-Globe sa inyong suking tindahan:
Just go to any Globe Load Retailer / Sari-Sari Store / Business Center and ask for Globe Everybodytxt20. Just pay P20 and the retailer will send you your Globe Everybodytxt20 from their phone.

2. Mag-register via text:
Simply text ETXT20 to 8888 to register. P20 will be automatically deducted from your account upon registration.
  • A minimum of P21 load is required for mobile registration.
  • For ETXT purchased as load, there is NO need to maintain the P1 minimum balance to continuously enjoy your EVERYBODYTXT service.
regarding the Paramihan Challenges, you are going to attempt a mala-Guinness stunt of your choice to win Php 100,000! here's how to join:

  1. Join the Laban Tayo Dyan! Paramihan Challenge group on Multiply (paramihanchallenges.multiply.com).
  2. Record a video performing a Paramihan Challenge of your choice.
  3. Upload your entry as a Video Post on the Paramihan Challenge group on Multiply.
    1. Once on the Paramihan Challenge group page, click on the "Add Video" link.

    - Select your video file from your PC, record using Multiply Video Recorder, or Import videos using external sites.
  4. Fill in the TITLE and DESCRIPTION for the videos. Make sure to include in the description
    - Short write-up describing your Paramihan Challenge.


  5. from it's launch last May 15 2009 at the Datu Lanai pool area of Legend Villas, we also have attempted our own stunt to join the Paramihan Challenge. we tried to fit as many bloggers as we can in an inflatable pool. it was fun trying to fit 36 bloggers for some cash prize! hehe


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May 15, 2009

VOTE for my shirts!

i am so happy that there are people making contests over the web. one for example is azrael who will be sponsoring your customized shirt. i have followed the instructions and signed up in Jujups -- a beta site that will help you customize items ideal for gifts and giveways.

as for tshirt, i've always wanted to have my American Idol-inspired designs printed. i already have made three designs and now having a hard time what design to print. so i'm giving you three options to vote for a design that is really appealing to all of you. now help me choose by rating these three designs.
http://ph.jujups.com/jujups3/designs/view/8711/idol-gold.htmlcal
http://ph.jujups.com/jujups3/designs/view/8710/idol-blue.html
http://ph.jujups.com/jujups3/designs/view/8709/idol-blue-with-name.html
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Miss California 2009 - feat Perez Hilton

Miss California 2009 Carrie Prejean seems to be happier in a longer time that she will remain as Miss California despite the racy photos of her that surfaced the internet. Shanna Moakler was not so happy about this and caused her to resign as co-director of the Miss California pageant after the Miss California press conference that Donald Trump decided that Miss California will still be Carrie Prejean.

Carrie Prejean stated a view on same sex marriage that was asked by Perez Hilton during the Miss California 2009 pageant. apparently, Carrie Prejean didn't quite jive in with the beliefs of Perez Hilton.


not very long after the Miss USA pageant, Perez Hilton put up a video on Youtube stating his case attacking Miss California that resulted into a huge catfight on the web.

the racy photos of Carrie Prejean were taken when she was still 17 and were being used to pull bad publicity against her to strip off the crown.
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tagged! you're it!

Earth tagged me. and i will do the same thing.

~~Begin Copy~~
This is the easy way and the fastest way to :
1. Make your Authority Technorati explode.
2. Increase your Google Page Rank.
3. Get more traffic to your blog.
4. Makes more new friends.

Rules :

1. Start copy from “Begin Copy” until “End Copy” to your blog.
2. Put your own blog name and link.
3. Tag your friends as much as you can.

1. Picturing of Life 2. Juliana’s Site 3. Hazel-My Life, My Hope, My Future.4. Jeanne-The Callalily Space5.My Family is my Life 6. The Simple Life of a Baghag 7. On A Wonderful Day Like Today 8. House Everything 9. The Creativity in Me 10. Travel and Photography 11. Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow 12. You Are My Sunshine 13.Song to Remember 14. Super Blog 15. Philiippine Tv Marathon 16.Simply Blue 17. Breaking the Boundaries 18. Top Five 19. A Simple Life 20. Simple Happy Life 21.Mom’s Special Diary 22. The Mommy Journey 23. Mom Writes for a Cause 24.Earthlingorgeous.com 25. Ohmski 26. YOU ARE NEXT!

~~End Copy~~

tag ko naman sina: sire, jason, flowell, jon, jonel, leirs, joriben, iris, monch
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May 14, 2009

American Idol 8: May 13 results


Danny Gokey got eliminated May 13 on American Idol thus leaving this season with another man vs man face off between Adam Lambert and Kris Allen.

Gokey has been a strong contender in American Idol but has not successfully made it this week. on the other hand, Lambert and Allen have been included in the bottom rank prior May 13.

IMO, i think Gokey should stay in American Idol. the show may lack some competition factor for i think the final two isn't the same level. true that they both have great singing talents but Danny Gokey is a better competitor to Adam Lambert than Kris Allen.

i'll just hope for a really good American Idol show next week for the finale.
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for all Havaianas fans

sorry for this late post for i have been busy lately, joke! i've just been occupied with things. that's all. don't ask why. but here's something that will delight all fashionistas out there. Havaianas is taking away Php 100 OFF from their footwear for this month only.

all you have to do is answer the survey at http://www.havlove.com.ph/. that's all. and wait for the SMS that will be your gift certificate to avail the Php 100 discount for any Havaianas footwear that you like. happy shopping!

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