To everyone and their families and friends:
Happy Turkey Fisting Day!
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11.26.2009
10.12.2009
I'm sorry.... What just happened? Paranormal Activity Movie Review (2009)
*Did you know this was a movie? I didn't. I kind of regret knowing though...*
So, a few weeks back, I was skimming facebook, per usual, because I was bored. I saw an ad link for a movie that had something to do with a haunting. Naturally, being a ghost fanatic, I was like "Hmmmm.... I may have to check this out" I clicked the link and was directed to a trailer site for a "documentary" about a haunting of a couple in their home. There were a few jumpy scenes, a lot of audience reaction, and the words "Possibly the scariest movie of the year!" Naturally, I was a little skeptical, but decided to think about seeing it. I checked for a listing and discovered that it was only being shown in select theaters. With that in mind, I dropped even bothering to see it.
Then yesterday, as I was getting ready for work, I received a text from a friend of mine inviting me to see the movie with him and a few friends. Apparently, there was a screening in Davis that night after I got off. I agreed to go, with the hopes that it would be a pretty good way to kill some time.
It was.... mixed.
I got home after work, changed, and we headed to the theater. We entered the theater and sat through some trailers. They were all horror- related, which seemed appropriate for the movie and some actually seemed kind of interesting. I may have to attend a few. However, did you know that the 6th, that's right, the 6th SAW movie will be out this Halloween?! I thought that idea died already. :/ I guess I'm just out of date. I stopped after 2, so I don't really care. hahaha
The first sign that this movie was going to be something lame was the intro. I won't spoil it, but if you've seen the BLAIR WITCH PROJECT, it had a similar opening. With that now embedded in my mind, the movie was pretty much ruined. Another thing that kind of ruined the movie was all the college students who wouldn't shut up. I get it; it's a "scary" movie, but you don't have to comment every 10 seconds that sh*ts about to happen.
I will say though, for a low budget movie, it did manage to get a few gasps from me. Maybe 2, I think. The shock value and story setup were pretty good, but if you're like me, then you may have already been ruined by ghost footage on the internet and tv shows. That's what the movie felt like to me. Like a single ghost haunting story. Sorry to say, but I've seen scarier. I don't know what the hype was about, but I think they need to pull back. BWP already did it and I was sort of suckered into that.
*sigh* Damn you hype....
(Judgment: ★★½ of 5: I appreciate the shock factor and the story, but we've seen this already. Watch BWP and you've already seen this movie for the most part. I suggest borrowing it from a friend when it comes out.)
Until Next Time~
10.09.2009
A Kind of Old Story for a New Post
*Damn you, Canada. Just when I was starting to like you too... >:/*
So, there's not too much new here. I moved into an apartment with 2 friends of mine about a month ago, it's been pretty cool ever since. We're still waiting to move into the house, but I guess I'm not rushing too much anymore, since I FINALLY got all my finances in order. *From July up to Sept., I have just been suffering from lack of monies :(*
Anyways, this post is not about what's going on now. It's about something that happened back in June. *Yes, I know... it's really outdated, but around the time this happened, I was getting ready to move my stuff down here to CA, so it kind of slipped my mind.... over and over again XDD*
SO! I will break this story into two parts. What happened when me and my bro went up there and what happened when my mom and I went up there.
Story 1
When I was half way done with moving my stuff down to the CA, I headed back up to WA for a little break and to grab the remainder of stuff I had. During my stay, my brother and I went to Canada for one of my cousin's wedding. I kind of wanted/ kind of didn't want to go, but my bro was a part of the ceremony and it had been a while since I had seen our cousins, so I figure it would be nice to see them again before I leave for a while. Compared to the trip to CA, driving to Canada was sooooooooo easy. 4 hours? BAH!! I'll drive to Canada every weekend XDD *No, not really* Anyways, we get to the border; standard procedure: they ask you a bunch of questions (ege. Why are you coming into the country?/ How long?/ Are you bringing anything?/ etc.) We decide to go ahead and play along, but somewhere in the middle of the questions, things started to get a little odd...
At one point, the guard asked us 3 times where we were going and twice about the reason. We didn't find it suspicious. If anything, we started laughing. I mean, really now. If you're going to ask the same thing 3 times, expect to be mocked. We did say we were bringing in cake for the wedding, but if that's the reason, then they must have something against cake. I don't know if it flew well with the guard or not *I think he might have had sand in his vadge b/c he sent 2 others before us for inspection*, but the next thing we know is that we're being asked for inspection. We went inside the new-ish Border Patrol building and, I have to admit, it looked very nice. The "guards" in the building were very strict, almost never smiling, wearing bullet-proof vests, and carrying guns. While intimidating to some, I thought it was hella funny. I mean, will there really be someone that desperate to get into Canada that the guards suffer the risk of getting shot or having to shoot someone? Seriously now.... XD
Anyways, with the inspections done, one of the guards wanted to interview each of us *basically ask us both 3 questions*, which basically centered around the main question: "Have you ever been arrested?" Kind of offensive. but whatever. It didn't take too long, so we just brushed it off like it was nothing and proceeded to the wedding.
On a fun note, when we left the country, with stuff we shouldn't have, it only took us 20 seconds, when we were at the American border.
Congrats, America. You get a star sticker. XD
Story 2
Ok. So, the next time I went up to Canada was with my mom and her sister. My aunt lives in Canada and came down to visit us in the WA and some relatives in CA. *The first time I went to move my stuff to CA was with her and it wasn't too bad actually; I got to meet some of my relatives and hang out with them* Moving on, we got to the border, went through the whole questions process, and moved on. No inspection. I guess when you're in a car with Asian moms, nothing is suspicious, as opposed to a car with two 20 year olds with cake. XDD
We were only in Canada for 3 or 4 hours before we headed back. When we got to the American border this time though...
We were asked the same questions as last time, but this time, were asked to be inspected. Also, the guard put a sticker on my car that said NCIC on it. At the time, I had no idea what it meant, but I had a feeling that I would have an interesting story to tell when I got back.
We walk into the American Border Patrol office and it was not as impressive as Canada's. In fact, it was the exact same building that we went to the first time we ever went to Canada, back when I was in the 2nd grade. o_O
We stand in line, they ask us to take a seat and we just wait. My mom actually thought the situation was kind of funny, so we just talked about why we might be in there. I joked that it could be from when we brought stuff back that we weren't supposed to and so forth. Like Canada, these guys were pretty strict too. However, I didn't see any bullet proof vests, on anyone. What's up with that? I thought we were a pretty paranoid country, but I may actually have to retract that statement *gasp*
Anyways, we were finally called up and were asked a few questions. Actually, I was asked all the questions. One of which pertained to something my mom had yet to learn....
I'm standing at the counter, the guard has my passport in hand and his eyes are shifting between me and his screen. He calls another guard over and they discuss something privately real quick. He comes back and asks me a few more questions, then asks, "Do you have a tattoo?" At this point, I start to panic. I start to wonder if she knows or not, but of course, she says "I don't think he does" -__________-
Damn.
I let out a small sigh and lift up my left sleeve, revealing my 2 year old tattoo.
Then, I hear laughter. She asks me when I got it. "Did you get it on Oki?" "
Yeah" I lied, wanting the moment to end.
I thought for sure I would get an ear full on the way home, but surprisingly enough, she was ok with it. It was almost like she expected something like this. I guess that's a good thing right?
Anyways, we were asked to sit down again and we started talking about what might be going on. She jokingly hinted that I kind of looked like a criminal, so that could be why. I humored her for a little while, before I was asked into the back room of the station. Now I was starting to get a little concerned. They took my fingerprints and a quick snapshot of me. At one point, there was actually a huddle of officers at the door while I was being processed. They'd look, then look away, and at one point, one of them actually pointed at me and said, "Is that the guy?" to another colleague. :/ After that was done, I was sent back into the waiting room and explained what had happened. She let out a light laugh and said I shouldn't worry. After all, I hadn't done anwything illegal in Canada.... yet. XD
After a few mins, we were called up to the desk again and explained the situation. Apparently, I matched the description of a criminal that had stabbed someone just a few hours ago. However, with no picture of the culprit, all they had was a witness account and description. I initially thought, "Wow.... this is JUST like what happened on my first trip to Japan" XD What really got me was what he said when we got up to the counter for the last time. It went a little something like this: "I have some good news and bad news. The good news is, you're not a criminal. You just match the description of one"
....
I guess that's still somewhat of a positive thing, right? hahahaha
After we left the border, I explained how the situation was similar to what happened in Japan to my mom and she was surprised to hear that story hahaha
Anyways, this post is not about what's going on now. It's about something that happened back in June. *Yes, I know... it's really outdated, but around the time this happened, I was getting ready to move my stuff down here to CA, so it kind of slipped my mind.... over and over again XDD*
SO! I will break this story into two parts. What happened when me and my bro went up there and what happened when my mom and I went up there.
Story 1
When I was half way done with moving my stuff down to the CA, I headed back up to WA for a little break and to grab the remainder of stuff I had. During my stay, my brother and I went to Canada for one of my cousin's wedding. I kind of wanted/ kind of didn't want to go, but my bro was a part of the ceremony and it had been a while since I had seen our cousins, so I figure it would be nice to see them again before I leave for a while. Compared to the trip to CA, driving to Canada was sooooooooo easy. 4 hours? BAH!! I'll drive to Canada every weekend XDD *No, not really* Anyways, we get to the border; standard procedure: they ask you a bunch of questions (ege. Why are you coming into the country?/ How long?/ Are you bringing anything?/ etc.) We decide to go ahead and play along, but somewhere in the middle of the questions, things started to get a little odd...
At one point, the guard asked us 3 times where we were going and twice about the reason. We didn't find it suspicious. If anything, we started laughing. I mean, really now. If you're going to ask the same thing 3 times, expect to be mocked. We did say we were bringing in cake for the wedding, but if that's the reason, then they must have something against cake. I don't know if it flew well with the guard or not *I think he might have had sand in his vadge b/c he sent 2 others before us for inspection*, but the next thing we know is that we're being asked for inspection. We went inside the new-ish Border Patrol building and, I have to admit, it looked very nice. The "guards" in the building were very strict, almost never smiling, wearing bullet-proof vests, and carrying guns. While intimidating to some, I thought it was hella funny. I mean, will there really be someone that desperate to get into Canada that the guards suffer the risk of getting shot or having to shoot someone? Seriously now.... XD
Anyways, with the inspections done, one of the guards wanted to interview each of us *basically ask us both 3 questions*, which basically centered around the main question: "Have you ever been arrested?" Kind of offensive. but whatever. It didn't take too long, so we just brushed it off like it was nothing and proceeded to the wedding.
On a fun note, when we left the country, with stuff we shouldn't have, it only took us 20 seconds, when we were at the American border.
Congrats, America. You get a star sticker. XD
Story 2
Ok. So, the next time I went up to Canada was with my mom and her sister. My aunt lives in Canada and came down to visit us in the WA and some relatives in CA. *The first time I went to move my stuff to CA was with her and it wasn't too bad actually; I got to meet some of my relatives and hang out with them* Moving on, we got to the border, went through the whole questions process, and moved on. No inspection. I guess when you're in a car with Asian moms, nothing is suspicious, as opposed to a car with two 20 year olds with cake. XDD
We were only in Canada for 3 or 4 hours before we headed back. When we got to the American border this time though...
We were asked the same questions as last time, but this time, were asked to be inspected. Also, the guard put a sticker on my car that said NCIC on it. At the time, I had no idea what it meant, but I had a feeling that I would have an interesting story to tell when I got back.
We walk into the American Border Patrol office and it was not as impressive as Canada's. In fact, it was the exact same building that we went to the first time we ever went to Canada, back when I was in the 2nd grade. o_O
We stand in line, they ask us to take a seat and we just wait. My mom actually thought the situation was kind of funny, so we just talked about why we might be in there. I joked that it could be from when we brought stuff back that we weren't supposed to and so forth. Like Canada, these guys were pretty strict too. However, I didn't see any bullet proof vests, on anyone. What's up with that? I thought we were a pretty paranoid country, but I may actually have to retract that statement *gasp*
Anyways, we were finally called up and were asked a few questions. Actually, I was asked all the questions. One of which pertained to something my mom had yet to learn....
I'm standing at the counter, the guard has my passport in hand and his eyes are shifting between me and his screen. He calls another guard over and they discuss something privately real quick. He comes back and asks me a few more questions, then asks, "Do you have a tattoo?" At this point, I start to panic. I start to wonder if she knows or not, but of course, she says "I don't think he does" -__________-
Damn.
I let out a small sigh and lift up my left sleeve, revealing my 2 year old tattoo.
Then, I hear laughter. She asks me when I got it. "Did you get it on Oki?" "
Yeah" I lied, wanting the moment to end.
I thought for sure I would get an ear full on the way home, but surprisingly enough, she was ok with it. It was almost like she expected something like this. I guess that's a good thing right?
Anyways, we were asked to sit down again and we started talking about what might be going on. She jokingly hinted that I kind of looked like a criminal, so that could be why. I humored her for a little while, before I was asked into the back room of the station. Now I was starting to get a little concerned. They took my fingerprints and a quick snapshot of me. At one point, there was actually a huddle of officers at the door while I was being processed. They'd look, then look away, and at one point, one of them actually pointed at me and said, "Is that the guy?" to another colleague. :/ After that was done, I was sent back into the waiting room and explained what had happened. She let out a light laugh and said I shouldn't worry. After all, I hadn't done anwything illegal in Canada.... yet. XD
After a few mins, we were called up to the desk again and explained the situation. Apparently, I matched the description of a criminal that had stabbed someone just a few hours ago. However, with no picture of the culprit, all they had was a witness account and description. I initially thought, "Wow.... this is JUST like what happened on my first trip to Japan" XD What really got me was what he said when we got up to the counter for the last time. It went a little something like this: "I have some good news and bad news. The good news is, you're not a criminal. You just match the description of one"
....
I guess that's still somewhat of a positive thing, right? hahahaha
After we left the border, I explained how the situation was similar to what happened in Japan to my mom and she was surprised to hear that story hahaha
*********************************
So, why post this story now? Well, I've been meaning to, but I just didn't bother. I was reminded the other day to do it, so here it is. Hope you guys enjoyed it!
Until Next Time
So, why post this story now? Well, I've been meaning to, but I just didn't bother. I was reminded the other day to do it, so here it is. Hope you guys enjoyed it!
Until Next Time
9.04.2009
It's been too quiet in here....
How's everyone been? Sorry about the long silence. I still have yet to move into a place I could call my own and setup my desktop. :/
I suppose the biggest update is that I got a new job at Target, thanks to Shuu. So, aside from the random times I hang out with anyone, my time is spent at work and working on Dissidia. *If you don't know what it is, you need to click here and have your life changed forever!*
Nothing really too new that I can think of right now, so I'll just leave it at that. Hopefully the next time I out in an entry, I'll have my desktop setup ^-^
Until next time.
7.09.2009
In light of current news...
[No picture to post because I'm on my laptop :/]
So.... How about this for an opening liner:
So.... How about this for an opening liner:
Well, I've finally gotten all *well, almost all. I still have my box of manga that I left and a fan* of my stuff down here to CA. Now, all I have to worry about is the job and the apartment I'm trying to obtain.
Honestly, I didn't think that this process would be so difficult. Then again, when sh*t tends to happen *get screwed over from your job/ have to make multiple trips to get your stuff/ lack of funds for certain things* then you really can't be too prepared.
I have an interview tomorrow for a potential job. Then on Saturday, I'm heading back to the apartments to work on the lease papers and so forth. I can honestly say that this month is going to be a lot busier than I thought it was going to be.
What's starting to worry me now is Comic Con. I kind of just jumped right into that this year as one of those "in the moment" kind of things. I kind of wish I had planned this out better so that I wouldn't have to worry about it now. I still have the intent to go, but I also realize that it's going to be a lot harder now that I have a "full plate". Let's see what happens.
There are plenty of events that are lined up leading up to the beginning of school, which I am also starting to worry about as well. :/ However, let's just do this one day at a time and see where it goes. I'll try to keep up with the updates as this month progresses.
So, Until Next Time!
6.21.2009
0 - 0 - 0
Well, the time has come...
Today I start moving out. I'll be making two trips between WA and CA instead of opting to rent a truck. Even though there's a lot of driving ahead of me, I'll at least have some money in my pocket. So, to everyone in WA: I'll be back Monday for the rest of my stuff, then I'll be gone for good. To everyone in the CA: Prepare yourself... I'm heading your way... XD
6.10.2009
7 - 11 - 13
*Damn..... I have a lot to do ><*
So, for those of you who haven't figured it out, the title *and the last post* contain a timer. Those who know me at least know what the first number is. :P My co-workers more than likely know what the second number is, and unless I've told you, odds are guessing the third number might be a tad bit difficult. XD Have fun with that!
In other news, I have been trying to finalize all my plans, so that this move can be as smooth as possible.
I have orientation on the 25th *essentially it's an all day thing* and that only gives me a day of rest before had. >_>
The cheapest rental truck I can get *because for some reason, there are no one-way cargo vans* is about $350 ._. That's going to pull extra money that I could use towards rent and stuff :/
I'm trying to get my bro to help me move my stuff down to CA. Essentially, he'll be driving my car and I pay for his plane ticket back. I think it's a fair trade.
I have a list of places to check out when I get down there, but before I do that, I'll be hitting up Santa Cruz with Pat and everyone else. I hear it will be awesome, so.... yeah.... It's definitely something I'm looking forward to. *I need a break from all this thinking ><*
I just learned today that I don't have work on my B-Day! Why is this awesome? Well, this is the first B-Day that I wasn't scheduled to work in 2 years. *I'm not counting the month I went to Japan b/c I was on vacation XD* I have no idea what I'm going to do that day..... Probably sleep or something :/
I made a checklist off all the stuff I'm going to need for the place we eventually find. The list slowly grows by the day, and I'm starting to think that this might be a little more money than what I was expecting. Still, I will keep at it. Eventually, the whole list will be done!
I'm both excited and panicked that I'm finally leaving the WA. I've been saying it for almost 3 years and now it's finally happening. Much like my first solo trip to Japan, I imagine that this will be quite an experience, both good and bad. Still I look forward to it. Hopefully everything works out. :)
Well, that's all I have for now.
So, Until Next Time.
5.31.2009
5.17.2009
As the days draw closer and the time winds down
*No... it won't take that many boxes to move me, but I like to stress the fact that I have a lot of crap XD*
So, I've noticed that it has been somewhat of a deep minute since my last entry, so I'll fill you in with the updates that have occurred between then and now:
- I've established a better timeline of when I'll be making the big move. My current date is the 20th, but I'm willing to push it to the 23rd if need be.
- Along those lines, I've started to become a little more conscious of how I spend my money :P Need to save up to pay for all my expenses. Believe me, there will be quite a bit :/
- Because of that, I keep rethinking my Comic Con trip. At the moment, I've had to cut the trip down to 3 or 4 days in order to have enough money for it. Hopefully, I'll still be able to attend.
- Been practicing my bass a lot more recently since I heard of some pretty awesome news. Been working on new techniques and some covers. As always, I've also been working on random basslines as well. As far as I'm concerned, I can still use plenty more practice. :/
- I spent a whole day watching Eddie Izzard's stand-up specials. He's definitely one of my favorite comedians by far. So, if you're interested in getting into his stuff, here's my list of his best shows, from best to probably not so much:
- I've established a better timeline of when I'll be making the big move. My current date is the 20th, but I'm willing to push it to the 23rd if need be.
- Along those lines, I've started to become a little more conscious of how I spend my money :P Need to save up to pay for all my expenses. Believe me, there will be quite a bit :/
- Because of that, I keep rethinking my Comic Con trip. At the moment, I've had to cut the trip down to 3 or 4 days in order to have enough money for it. Hopefully, I'll still be able to attend.
- Been practicing my bass a lot more recently since I heard of some pretty awesome news. Been working on new techniques and some covers. As always, I've also been working on random basslines as well. As far as I'm concerned, I can still use plenty more practice. :/
- I spent a whole day watching Eddie Izzard's stand-up specials. He's definitely one of my favorite comedians by far. So, if you're interested in getting into his stuff, here's my list of his best shows, from best to probably not so much:
1. "Glorious"
2. "Dressed to Kill"
3. "Sexie"
4. "Unrepeatable"
5. "Definite Article"
6. "Circle"
Of course, I encourage you to watch any and all if you can. There's always something funny in each show.
Well, that's all the update I can think of at the moment.... yeah.... I think that's about it.
Anyways, Until Next time!
2. "Dressed to Kill"
3. "Sexie"
4. "Unrepeatable"
5. "Definite Article"
6. "Circle"
Of course, I encourage you to watch any and all if you can. There's always something funny in each show.
Well, that's all the update I can think of at the moment.... yeah.... I think that's about it.
Anyways, Until Next time!
4.21.2009
For the Hell of it
*Guess where I'm going in July*
Because of the, what seems like unending suggestion of a certain friend, I will be attending Comic Con 2009 this year!
While I'll only be their for Friday *may consider Thursday as well, but we'll see*, it will give me a chance to go to probably the biggest comic convention in the US *in my opinion*
Next stop...
While I'll only be their for Friday *may consider Thursday as well, but we'll see*, it will give me a chance to go to probably the biggest comic convention in the US *in my opinion*
Next stop...
:D
This year's theme is: GAMEは、元気です。
I want to go to this one so bad. I've missed most of my chances while I lived in Japan, so one day, I hope to go to this, even if just once. ><
Until Next Time!
I want to go to this one so bad. I've missed most of my chances while I lived in Japan, so one day, I hope to go to this, even if just once. ><
Until Next Time!
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