Monday, January 25, 2010

What if: Background Check and Superman

It’s time to use a little imagination.

Today’s world is faced with many issues that concerns trust, crimes, and emotions. We are constantly assailed with issues with what to believe: the established fact or that which we think as fact. It is, therefore, inevitable for us to formulate strategists to ensure ourselves of our best interest. Background check on the people we deal with seems to be the best way to determine whether the agreements we enter won’t lead us into treachery; are they really who they claim they are?—and then a thought—are they more than who they claim they are?

This is real life, and comic books and fairy stories are all magical and psychedelic which we, at times, wish were true. But for one moment just stop and think: with all the advantage given to us by the internet—investigating one’s identity or true intension done via background check services—would it be possible for us to figure out the secret lying behind the “S”?


This may seem funny but just think about it—Superman’s secret identity: will chances in figuring out be bigger on who is the man with an “S” on his chest? Some may find it stupid just to talk about it but what if…? If the fictions we know were true, is there a possibility that there may be a more advanced research team doing background check? Or do these online services enough to help us figure the whole mystery? Television may bring Clark Kent to the present we all know but the way his identity is kept, even the people that don’t suspect something “special” in his case, are all as what the original scripts dictates.

Among the mysteries which revolves in stories that many try to check out are those that are considered dark. They are creatures that cause nightmares: blood sucking vampires and large hairy werewolves, and ever since Twilight came to the bookstores, especially on the big screens, interests in these folklore creatures became more heightened. They are not scary anymore like what we once believe in; they are more of a fantasy. The crazy thing is instant people search are done to check if they are more real than ever before. It is fascinating, though, that after these fanatic daydreaming and wishful thinking there are people who do claim they are vampires. They have been guests at Tyra and even got featured in Discovery.

Imagination can go crazy at times, but with occurrences where they do become real—although not in a way we really want them to be—what are the chances we might uncover a Superman-like guy being real? Just imagine……

Friday, April 24, 2009

Sleeping Lion Adventure Part 1

March 28, 2009, 7:00 am - Saturday. After work hours, me and my friends decided to again have another adventure again. This time, the destination was the sleeping lion or the locals there call the "dalagang susu". It was a tiring experience but all was very satisfying especially if you reach the top. The scenery was stunning as you can see the whole city of legazpi.

Going up to the second tip of the mountain.

A picture from the first tip.

Running down from the first hill.

A pose, great for desktop wallpaper.

Another wallpaper pose.

Go Green.....

A pose for Earth day...

Peace...

Wallpaper pose with the city of legazpi on the background.

Another peace sign....

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

The TIWI Adventure Part 2....

For the continuation of our tiwi adventure, the following images are taken at the same date but with different styles.

Go Green Motorcycle....

Outside DJC Halo-halo part1...

Outside DJC Halo-halo part2...

Outside DJC Halo-halo part3..

Outside DJC Halo-halo part4...

The famous DJC Halo-halo in the flesh...

The famous DJC Halo-halo in the flesh 2...

Inside DJC halo-halo 1...

Inside DJC halo-halo 2...

Inside DJC halo-halo 3...

Monday, April 20, 2009

The TIWI Adventure....

Last month, after work, me and my friends had a long ride from legazpi to tiwi with our bykes. Yes friends, only our bykes (motorcycle). The experience is not only exhilarating but it is also fun. Aside from looking at the wide farm lands beside the road, you can also see lots of beautiful ladies along the way. Yes, cute girls walking on the street side. This just a proof that bicolandia is a land of beautiful, "mestisa" girls. But sorry guys, I dont have any pictures of the beautiful ladies. Just us cruising around....

The entrance to the municipality of tiwi where the famous Cathedral could be found. DJC halo-halo is situated here.

A picture of me with the arch going to tiwi.
Alexander Osias


Jhon Ronell AraƱa


Jethro Laviste


Salvador Daet Jr.


Another shot with the arc...


And now, eating time at DJC Halo-halo...


Inside the famous DJC Halo-halo...


On the counter... Still at DJC Halo-halo...


Far view capturing all the tables and seats. This was at around 11 am.

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

SEO Lovers

For all SEO lovers, enthusiasts, or even just beginning to like it, I recently browsing the internet and looking for sites or forums that can provide additional information about the industry. I know that there are lots of sites that can give what I want. Bumping to this forum amazed me as it does not only focus to what I'm looking for but also it is made by my "kababayan".

SEO is becoming one of the craze in the industry today. Though call center agents are still the top choices, internet marketing specialists are not left behind. As part of the blooming non-voice industry, the need to improve one skills is important.

For all the bicolano's out there or even non bicolano's that love the industry of SEO. A new forum is born. Visit seo bicol now and be apart of the growing industry of non voice here in the philippines...

Motorcycles help keep you young: software expert

TOKYO (AFP) - - Riding motorcycles helps keep drivers young by invigorating their brains, the scientist behind popular "Brain Training" computer software said Wednesday, citing a new scientific study.

"The driver's brain gets activated by riding motorbikes" in part because it requires heightened alertness, Ryuta Kawashima said after his research team and Yamaha Motor conducted a string of experiments involving middle-aged men.

"In a convenient and easy environment, the human mind and body get used to setting the hurdle low," he warned. "Our final conclusion is that riding motorcycles can lead to smart ageing."


Kawashima is the designer of "Brain Training" software, which incorporates quizzes and other games and is available on the Nintendo DS game console under the name "Brain Age" in North America.

A self-professed motorcycle fan, 49-year-old Kawashima cited a new study conducted jointly by Yamaha and Tohoku University, for which he works.

One experiment involved 22 men, all in their 40s and 50s, who held motorcycle licences but had not taken a ride for at least a decade.

They were randomly split into two groups -- one asked to resume riding motorcycles in everyday life for two months, and another that kept using bicycles or cars.

"The group that rode motorbikes posted higher marks in cognitive function tests," Kawashima said.

In one test, which required the men to remember a set of numbers in reverse order, the riders' scores jumped by more than 50 percent in two months, while the non-riders' marks deteriorated slightly, he said.

The riders also said they made fewer mistakes at work and felt happier.

"Mental care is a very big issue in modern society," said Kawashima. "I think we made an interesting stir here as data showed you can improve your mental condition simply by using motorbikes to commute."

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I think this is one of the reason why I love riding my motorcycle? Hhhmmmm... Good news....

Sunday, March 1, 2009

E Services Convention - Animation Workshop

After the Gaming Development conference, an Animation Workshop is held on Room 2 of the SMX Convention Center.

Everyone is serious during the workshop as the topic is very interesting...
Mr. Kevin Sharp
Multimedia Department Head
Natcoll Design Technology


Giving appreciation certificates to the speakers.

The actual workshop conducted by Mr. Kevin Sharp
The actual workshop conducted by Mr. Kevin Sharp Part 2