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Keep Calm and Watch Movies

Have you ever been flipping through the channels and noticed that some movies are always on? Chances are that one of those movies was "The Shawshank Redemption”. It's all because the movie is really, really watchable. I have watched it many times and it gets better with every showing. Like so many other people who love watching this movie repeatedly, I was and am profoundly moved by this simple and eloquent depiction of hope and friendship and redemption.



The Shawshank Redemption is a rated R film. It includes profanity and occasional violence, including a scene that discreetly suggests homosexual rape but without a single riot scene or horrific effect, it tells a slow, gentle story of camaraderie and growth, with an ending that abruptly finds poetic justice in what has come before. The movie shares a tale with a surprising degree of loving care.

What made me fall in love with watching this movie?
It is definitely the rigorous mood swings through every emotion as the cranky, wiseguy and downright crazed array of criminals bare the brunt of the turbulent life within the doomy Shawshank catacomb. Then it gets really mean, gearing up for its injury-time shockers.




Many movies offer us vicarious experiences and quick, superficial emotions. "Shawshank" slows down and looks. It uses the narrator's calm, observant voice to include us in the story of men who have formed a community behind bars. It is deeper than most films; about continuity in a lifetime, based on friendship and hope.

People like excitement at the movies, and titles that provide it do well. Films about "redemption" are approached with great wariness; a lot of people are not thrilled by the prospect of a great film - it sounds like work. But there's a hunger for messages of hope, and when a film offers one, it's likely to have staying power even if it doesn't grab an immediate audience.


There are standard ways to stage a prison film and standard ways to tell a story by Stephen King. But "The Shawshank Redemption," based on a King novella and set in the correctional institution of the title, succeeds in avoiding the familiar.



The cinematography is tactful, not showy. Two opening shots, one from a helicopter, one of prison walls looming overhead, establish the prison. Shots follow the dialogue instead of anticipating it. The music enhances rather than informs, and there is a subtle touch in the way deep bass rumblings during the early murder are reprised when a young prisoner recalls another man's description of the crime.

Having said all that, the film is satisfying, but cloying. Andy is the minister of the healing power of hope. He educates the inmates on the healing power of Mozart. He builds a library. He asks Red why he stopped playing the harmonica. When Red replies that it's no use in prison, Andy looks at him soulfully and replies that "here's where you need it the most". Despite the somewhat unbelievable friendship between a white, upper-class, innocent banker and a black man in 1949, it's a valuable lesson that seems to refresh my soul after every time that I watch it.



Are you tired of waiting in the long line to buy movie tickets at cinemas? I think I can help you with that. Check this new mobile app from Globe Telecom!

How GMovies is the ultimate pocket app for my movie fix

Here’s some information about GMovies to help you understand what I love about it:

A first and only one of its kind in the country, GMovies allows you to begin your movie going experience anytime, anywhere! Stay updated with the current and upcoming movie releases on cinemas nationwide, get the best seats and buy your movie tickets straight on your smartphones! Powered by Globe Telecom, this film-tastic mobile app is FREE for download for both Android and iOS users.



How cool is that huh? Now only would I be able to stay updated in movie releases in my country but I would also be able to buy tickets from my phone! Whew! Technology nowadays is pretty amazing just like this app. You can see the length of the screening time, film rating whether it is rated PG or anything else, nearby cinemas, showtimes, ticket price, and more information that gives you the convenience of saving you the time while having the best seats.

Sorry about the cat and the quality of the photo


My Dad and I just tried mobile reservation through this GMovies app and saved us from the pain of waiting in line for the Transformers: Age of Extinction movie tickets. Hooray! I don’t have the patience for that. Btw, I enjoyed the Transformers movie as always. What else can I say? Download this app now!

Oh I have one more thing to say and it’s really REALLY important,
As you can tell, this is a post for a contest given by Nuffnang and GMovies. If I win this contest I would be able to get a Movie-All-You-Can Pass for two. But not only that, one of my lucky readers who commented on this would also win the same prize, two (2) FREE movie dates each week for one (1) month!

All you have to do is answer the same question, “What movie made you fall in love with watching movies?”

WE Can Make a Difference!

What can I give to the Philippines? Or better yet, what can I give back to the Philippines?

Of course, giving is something you have in the first place. Ever since I’ve read about this question, it made me thinking what can I give as a gift and for me, nothing beats sharing your knowledge. I’ve been studying BS Architecture for four years and one of my subjects specializes in Urban Planning and Urban Design & Community Architecture.

In relation with the past tragedies that happened throughout the Philippines, a lot of cities were in ruins and I thought, ‘Why not start to plan to build a better city?’. I know it’s not something that you can do overnight especially when the people’s source of income were destroyed by the natural calamities as well.

Urban Planning & Design isn't just about planning for aesthetic purposes only. Community Architecture is primarily concerned with the structural, functional and aesthetic aspects.

If there is one thing that I can give to the Philippines, what is that gift? The knowledge that I learnt and I know that the Philippines would be able to use for better living and could be used by the future generation as well; to contribute with what I know especially when people need to rebuild their home and life.

Planning for the better quality of life...


This is not just for those places that were destroyed. A good urban design will definitely meet the needs and aspirations of the people. It has a lot of benefits for the community. I’m not going to discuss everything that my professor had told us about our subject but I hope someday I would be able to actually contribute these things in our country someday. I wish great urban planners would give their services to those places who are in great need.


What about you guys? If there is one thing you can give to the Philippines, what is that gift? Tell me about the things you guy wanna give to this country.

Thanks to #GLOBEProjectWonderful2014 for this wonderful question (feeling like a beauty pageant contestant!) that made me think of the things that I would want to do to serve more for this country.

Hardys: It Gets Better with Time

Whenever there’s a celebration, my Dad always makes it a point that there’s a wine at the table. He says that without wine, it’s not a real celebration. There are times that it’s just the wine alone and no other foods if it’s a simple celebration. The sad thing though is that we don’t have a specific wine that we buy. We always try to buy different brands, different kinds so we would be able to tell the differences.

We were taught how to sip wine since we were 10 yrs old (of course it’s a red wine by that time). My Grandpa always says that there’s an art in drinking wine and me, being me and being a girl, doesn’t really listens to what these important guys in my life said. I don’t know how the colour of the wine affects the taste; I just know there’s a meaning or some sort. I don’t know why do we have to swirl the drink in our glass and smell it. Honestly, it smells the same to thing to me. Of course, I do know the kind of glassware we have to use depending on the wine but I think that’s about it.

True, I don’t know much about wines and I could just start and research about the art of wine tasting but I want to be honest. I’m doing this for all the men in our family who does this kind of thing. Nuffnang is right, it’s the best Christmas gift and I couldn’t ask for more.

Of course, we’ve come across some of the famous Hardys’ products like the Sparkling Rose which I remember a lot (because it’s pink!), Chardonnay something... ( I can’t remember the exact name I’m sorry!), and a few more from crest and stamp. One thing is for sure, I can’t remember most of the drinks name because, well, it’s hard for me to pronounce! Haha I’m not even sure if I’ve spelled it correctly or not. I can also remember that there are some names that spelled like cabinet and pinoy or something which I’m sure is not because it’s an Australian brand.

So I’ll stop embarrassing myself from here and start to actually research about the brand because I only know two things about it. It’s Australian brand and started in 1853. How smart, right?

Evidently, Hardys has established their name since 1853 which makes it 160 years of expertise in wine-making. It has been passed on for 5 generations with such devotion from the famous Thomas Hardy to Robert Burrough Hardy (Second Generation), Eileen and Kenneth Hardy (Third Generation), Thomas Walter Hardy (Fourth Generation) up to William Bill Hardy, the present winemaker generation. As if lasting for 160 years isn’t enough, the Hardys gathered over 3000 awards in the last decade.

 As I said earlier, we always have a wine in almost all occasions. My grandfather thought us that it makes the occasion ever more special than it is by wine consumption. It became related to our family lifestyle and it elevates the spirit of occasion and conversation. It is more sophisticated and healthy compared to drinking beers. It has a sense culture even for middle class like our family.



Big or small occasion, Hardy with its astounding heritage and quality blending techniques which has been passed on by 5 generations, will surely make your occasion as unique and refined no matter how you like it because of its broad range of sub brands that is available across the country. It has a strong appeal with the wide range of consumers for rising affluent in Asia because of its premium products.


Now that I’ve learned a lot about its rich history, I would surely tell about this, not only to my family but also some of my friends whom I want to have a special holiday for this coming Christmas. And hey, my birthday is coming up!

There are lots of things that gets better with time and as I age, I realized a lot of things that I’m really thankful for. Back then, I’m afraid of getting old. Weird, I know, because a lot of kids cannot wait to grow but I don’t. Now that I’m about to turn 20 this month, I decided to look for things that gets better as we age.

Self-confidence. It may not be that good every moment. Of course, there are times that I feel bad about myself but I learned to get up and deal with it.

Decision Making and Good Judgement. I’m not saying that I’m good at this but this time, I’m not afraid to make mistakes and I know I’ll always learn something new.

True Friends. True, it’s not about how long you’ve been known each other and how long your friendship have been but it’s nice to know that there are people who knew you from the very beginning and considers you as a family just like you are to them.

Wines. Not all wines benefits from sitting around the cellar but those that do are more delicious as it gets older.

And lastly, Robert Downey, Jr. Do I need to say more?

Fibr: Home’s Most Powerful Broadband

Finally! I’ve been waiting for this contest! And to be given by the company of PLDT! I’m sooo glad! My Dad works at the PLDT so, of course, we have Fibr! It’s very efficient especially most of our family members are techy and internet addict.

My mom likes to surf Facebook a lot and watches TV channels through internet and My Dad watches Naruto Videos through online streaming whenever he gets home. My brother and I love to play online game and just imagine how fast our internet connection should be while we use the same connection all at once.

Have you seen the PLDT Home Fibr? It’s freaking cool! I love cars, especially sports cars (I usually attend different car shows around Metro Manila) and for PLDT Fibr to explain how Home Fiber-Optic Internet works through these is genius and catchy. It effectively explains how their connection works in a cool way.



If you we’re to create a character inspired by Fibr, what special skills would he’she have?

I were to create a character inspired by Fibr, it would be almost like the superhero named Flash from the DC Comic universe. Yep, she’s that fast! Imagine, if the hunger games just started and the weapons are placed at the middle of the arena, the Fibr character would be able to access the weapons faster than the other tributes!

It’s a great asset to have a speed like that. I would able to pick the weapon that I wanted, unlike Katniss in the first Hunger Games. Surely, it’s a lot easier for me to outrun an attacker. I can attack rapidly and won’t be able to give some time for my target to get ready, an element of surprise! If the character is fast as the Fibr, it would almost have the superhuman reflex which would be able to evade all the attacks given by the other tributes.

Obviously, if there’s a character inspired by the Fibr, it would surely be the Annual Hunger Game Victor.

Fibr, Home’s most powerful broadband, allows you to seamlessly and simultaneously experience the following:
1. Browsing of multiple websites
2. Stream hundreds blockbuster movies on-demand from Clickplay
3. Watch Cignal Digital TV Channels
4. Available now in over 800 fiber-powered villages nationwide

Visit www.pldthome.com or call 101-FIBR (3427) for more details. 

OneRepublic LIVE in Manila #OneRepublicMNL

Hey you know what's cool? Handing me those free tickets to see One Republic live and sparing the peasants the pain of not having any. Please help a brotha out.

My Mini Confessions For One Republic:

1. I illegally downloaded their whole album! I'm the truest fan because I'm willing to get arrested for this band.
2. I aggressively try to sing the lead vocals and back up vocal at the same time. (If you think that's not the tightest shit then get out of my face.)
3. There are times that I even sing the instrumentals. (Take that Biz Markie!)
4. I tried to learn all the instrument that Ryan Tedder plays.

What Are My Top Five OneRepublic Songs?

Secrets 

This one has been one of my favorites especially because of the movie, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, where it was played through Tesla Coil. It's definitely one of the best scenes! I didn't know about that song at the time, but I was instantly hooked.

Mercy

This is one is my current favorite. I felt like I'm recovering little by little because of my downward spiral with the help of all of my friends and families. These loved ones are my angel of mercy and I can't be grateful enough  to know that they're always here by my side to help and guide me along the right path.

All The Right Moves 

What I love about this song is that it taught me to accept that I'll never be good at everything. There are people who will always be better than me. It may be a bit bittersweet that no matter how hard I try to be better at something, I'll never be as good as the 'Perfects'. Well, that's how I interpret the song.

Apologize 

This song has lots and lots of dance cover. I can't blame them, it's a real good music. Even though the song is sad and I can't relate to it that much, I could still feel the emotions emanating from the lyrics. 

Feel Again

Whenever I'm sad and I just listen to this song and it instantly makes me smile. Somehow, I could imagine the how the persona felt when he found what he's looking for and made his numb heart feel again.


Why Do I look Forward to Watch them perform live?

Because to watch them perform on that freakin' stage won't be just a performance. It'd be an out-of-this-world experience. People watching the concert would feel at one with the world and lose track of the time. So lost, that a zombie apocalypse has started and we still won't know it.

One Republic performing live at the Araneta Coliseum will lead to an increase in personal awareness and understand and can serve as a turning point in a person's life. Just listening to their song with my ipod generates positive emotions and it's intrinsically rewarding. Imagining Ryan Tedder gracing the stage with his glorious presence...Oh how blessed we are to bask in the glory of his talent and the band.  Please Help A Brotha Out.


And on the 7th day, God said "Let there be One Republic". Thank you God, for giving us such blessings.

Real UnliCHAT Experience with Globe’s GoUnli30

Remember my last post about Globe's Promo for us? Here's another one. Globe's GoUnli30 is here and I love it! I can text all my friends no matter what network they use. I can call all my Globe or TM user friends all the time without no worries because guess what? It’s unlimited! I can also use my Viber and Facebook Chat any time! And those are not the only apps they’re offering. We can also use Kakao Talk, WeChat, Line, WhatsApp and the GMessage – the own message apps of Globe - all these Apps without the need to use the WiFi connection.



There’s no more need for me to find a place that offers free WiFi whenever I need to use one of those apps. From Unlimited Texts to all networks plus Unlimited Calls to Globe and TM user up to Unlimited use of all those Apps said above for only 30 pesos for 1 day! I can’t ask for more!



I love texting all my friends to stay connected with them. Sadly, not everyone has always-available time, and not everyone loves texting as much as I do. Unlimited Calls is the solution for that matter. It’s more convenient, fast, and effortless. However when the messaging apps came, and I couldn’t blame it, it’s more fun with all those emoticons, we use it all the time if and only if, we both have internet connection. Now, with the use of Globe’s Promo, we can use it all the time.

I’m really thankful with my telecom’s offer. I’m really glad they made this.


With GoUNLI30, subscribers get unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited calls to Globe/TM, and unlimited chat with the best messaging apps like Viber, Kakao Talk, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, WeChat, Line and the telco’s very own messaging app GMessage without the need for Wi-Fi or additional data charges. Available for only P30 valid for 1 day, GoUNLI30 gives you no excuse to stay out of the loop and connect with more than 1 billion users around the world regardless of mobile network or location.


Go all-out unlimited with GoUNLI30 and UNLICHAT25 now. Register by dialing *143# and then choosing GoSAKTO on your Globe mobile phone or texting GOUNLI30 or UNLICHAT25 to 8888

I GoBigger and GoBetter With Globe



GoBigger or Gobetter with Globe.

Ever since I was in high school I’ve been a Globe Telecom user. When I went to college, our university offers USTsim for free. It’s a globe sim that gives us important news and updates especially about bad weather for our own safety. 95% of my classmates, friends, and family use Globe and I never had a problem with the said network.



Though, about 3 years ago, I tried a different network for almost 2 weeks, thinking that I might save more money since it offers cheaper promos compared to Globe. Yes, it’s cheaper but I wasn’t able to use their promos because as I said, most of my friends and families use Globe sim and I would have to use a regular load. Most importantly, their signal is pretty bad. Whenever I need to make an important call, I usually don’t have a signal. After those experiences, I promised to myself that I would never use other networks again, ever.

http://www.globe.com.ph/gounli49





These new promos that have been offered by Globe are one of their best. It’s really Bigger and Better and I’ve been waiting for these promos ever since I’ve been using a phone. I’ll go Bigger with Unlitext to all networks, Unlicalls, and Unlichat. Sure, GoBetter Promo is also good but by just adding 5 pesos is better to have an access to different chat applications than just viber.


http://www.globe.com.ph/gocall100


I would spend this Globe Prepaid Promo to my friends since I haven’t been able to talk to them because of my hectic schedule due to my school works. I know I owe them some apologies and explanations as to why I’m not available most of the time. I really miss them so I’ll use this promo to catch up with them.
Only Globe Prepaid gives me Bigger and Better unli offers.
http://www.globe.com.ph/gounli25



Go Bigger
– GoCALL100 gives me more call minutes (500 mins) VS Competitors offer (200 mins). No need to use prefix to enjoy unlicalls.
– With GoUNLI30, I get real unlimited service with unli allnetwork texts, unli calls to Globe TM, plus the real UNLI-chat experience with the best apps available. It’s the real deal compared to competitor’s UNLI offer.



Go Better
- GoUNLITXT49 gives me the same UNLI texts to Globe/TM at a BETTER prices VS Competitors offer.
– With GoUNLI25, I get real unlimited service w/ unli Globe/TM calls and texts, plus unli Viber chat to the rest of my friends. It’s the real deal compared to competitor’s UNLI offer.



Now, I don't have a reason to go with other networks for cheaper  promos because Globe has better options for m. And of course, I'm hoping to have movie tickets for the Runner Runner! 

http://www.globe.com.ph/gounli30

Just Sharing A Good News

A few weeks ago, I joined two blog contests (you can see it through the 'nuffnang' tab) and yesterday, I saw new mail indicating that I won both. I was so ecstatic when I saw it. It's my first time to join a blog contest, considering I'm still a new at blogging. So I'm writing now, hoping to share my happiness with you.

The first contest is about writing about some designs of a brassiere that would suit your fashion. The first 100 bloggers to submit in the contest would be the winner which is pretty easy but of course, I still wrote a pretty good post about it. This is my first contest so I took it seriously.

I thought I wouldn't make it to the top 100 since I took my time into writing this post. Thankfully, I'm still part of the first 100. I won two tickets of Man of Steel at Resorts World Manila: Newport Cinema. Unfortunately the location of the said cinema is almost a 4 hours drive from our home. Thinking that it wouldn't be worth it considering our budget for gas, parking, and our food, my brother and I decided not to go. :(



The next contest that I joined is the Schick Man of Steel Contest. We have to write a blog post, answering the question "If you had the powers of Man of Steel for 1 week, how would you use it?". It's kind of a big thing for me. Superman is my all time favorite superhero since I was a child and this time, they would choose the best entries. They didn't even told how many winners would be chosen.

  

 




So it took me about three days to write my post and then, one night I dream about the dolphins being massacred at the sea. It gave me the idea that I should right about the planet and animals that are suffering because of us. I don't like to be just exactly like what Superman has been. I want myself to be somewhat different to him. He's saving the humankind and I'm saving the planet which is really needed as of this situation (global warming and other issues).




By the time I was writing that post,  I wasn't thinking about winning the contest. I was trying to at least make my reader aware of his/her surroundings.

Thankfully, I am one of the winners of this contest and I would bring my dad since father's day is about to come! Yey! The prize of this contest is also two tickets to Man of Steel at Shangri-La Cineplex. I don't have much money to buy a gift anyway. Besides, I put much effort to win this contest and I consider this as my gift to my dad. Haha.

I'm quite proud of myself to win both contest that I joined. Imagine my joy when I saw this mail yesterday. :)) I'm so excited to watch the Man of Steel!

Transform Yourself With Schick

 If you had the powers of MAN OF STEEL for one (1) week, how would you use it?



Superman is my all-time favorite superhero since my childhood days. He chose to use his superhuman abilities to help the humanity and protect us from all kinds of dangers. He has a very strong unwavering moral and sense of humanitarianism. His powers are like of a god yet due to his past, he is more human than the rest of us.




If I would have the chance to experience his abilities for a week, I think I wouldn't be just like him. Superman used his powers to protect the people from the villain but as for me, I would rather protect the Earth itself from human beings. I see Earth just like the Planet Krypton which was being destroyed but for unknown reason.

I don't see a lot of people being too concerned about the Earth's condition. Most of us don't care but there are others who even abused God's given gifts...



I would stop all kinds of illegal activities that rapidly destroying this planet. Since I would only have a week to do it, I would advocate for saving the Earth and all the species living here. Remember, God made us to be the stewards of his creations yet we consciously or subconsciously destroy this planet.


Stop the animal abuse. Stop destroying our nature.



Lots and lots of people try to educate us about the global warming yet only little changes has been made. Why? Try to imagine a group of people tried to clean up the beach voluntarily and then another set of people would come and held a party at the said beach. Afterwards, numerous pieces of trash are scattered around the area but they won't give a damn about it, thinking, that there are others who would do the work.



"Doesn't matter, had fun!"




There are lots of people, especially those celebrities who have their own charities. Since they're popular, they get a legion of supporters to help him/her achieve the goal of his charity works. And once I had the super abilities of superman, there's a big chance that I would become so popular and more people would definitely took an interest and listen on what I say.

This would be a great time to show the people that we don't have to have superhuman abilities to be a hero.

Everything would be such a waste if we didn't do anything about it. Look how wonderful our planet is and how much change we could do to save this.

What about you? If you had the powers of MAN OF STEEL for one a week, how would you use it?

 You could also join this Schick's Superman Promo Contest available in Nuffnang to win movie tickets and enjoy the special screening of MAN OF STEEL!

http://schicktransform.com/manofsteel



Schick. Free Your Skin.
Sometimes you need to break away from everyday stress, and get yourself to a place where your mind and body are totally at ease. To recharge before getting back to it. Schick focuses on providing a truly liberating shave, one that is no longer a chore, but a more pleasurable, effortless skincare experience for men and women. We’re developing products that go beyond just removing hair to actually caring for your skin. Razors that are virtually irritation-free, so you feel relaxed and refreshed.



Per DTI-NCR Permit No.1843 Series of 2013.

Wear It Your Way with Wacoal

 Having a versatile bra in your closet is must for all the women who uses a bra. Wearing different kind of outfits while not having a versatile bra can ruin your look. Let's say, you're wearing a tube top then you're wearing a conventional type of bra. The strap of your bra now looks outstanding especially if the color of the two is different. Even if you say that your top is in the same color with your bra, it ruins the purpose of the tube top.

Now, Wacoal has hundreds of versatile bra with different designs that you can choose from. You can visit their site here. I chose this design because I can wear conventionally, asymmetrical or a strapless with the basic features of half cup, slightly padded, and has an underwire. What I really like about this is that it has convertible straps with halter style option. Not all versatile bra has this kind of halter style in the center.


 


I can wear this kind of bra with my favorite outfits and not have a single problem about my undergarment. In terms of casual outfits, my kind of fashion is patterned with one of the characters of The Vampire Diaries, Katherine Pierce. Katherine’s tank tops are tight-fitting, and most have v-necklines and chest details, making them very figure-flattering.

 With this kind of tank tops, I might need to use the bra in strapless since I would seldom use a jacket in a tropical country. Though for now, I could use some leather jacket since it's starting to get rainy.
 



 As for the dresses, I love halter dress. Halter dress for summer, Halter dress for formal party, and also halter top for casual wears. Center Halter design for bra is made for this.

 
 Last one is one sided shoulder. I usually love this type in tops like these.



But I also love this design with dress like this.
  Usually, some girls uses strapless bra for this but you can also use one-sided strap in this kind of clothes. It offers more support.

Anyway, no matter what kind of fashion outfits you want to wear, as long as you have a versatile bra in your closet, you could always find a way not to let the strap of your bra shown to the public's eyes. We could say we could use the "colorless" strap bra. It is colorless, but somehow it bothers me. We could still see it with its shiny appearance.

I'd rather have Wacoal Products and 'Be Fun and Free' to wear it my way.
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