The Bright New Torch

It was all too sudden, I know. The next thing I know I have more than I could wish for. I hope the new Torch will shine brightly and its light won't fade away soon.

The best thing I've got and all features are just too amazing. Will say more in a bit. Am just killing time for my tax class. But bottom line is that me is enormously happy. For a techy guy this has it all. Design meets functionality and perfect platform.

I know i4 is much better but in my opinion this is the best!

And just like the Olympic Torch, my BBT served as the light in the opening of Westfield Sydney :)


me holding the torch!


the new westfield sydney

Qlfd Strine, I am.

Good vibes just keep on coming. Forget about the slight mishaps. Thinking about what's been happening this past few days/weeks everything seems to be falling where it should be.

As part of my fourth anniversary in Sydney, I have compiled a collage of photos of my Australian adventure.


I began today waiting for my citizenship test. Sat down at Gloria Jeans killing time and reading through this... And I learned a lot. By heart.

And ever since I discovered how to tether my BB to my mac, I enjoy the privilege of internet anywhere with 3G BB. Googled some current updates on politics, legislation and some economic issues. Just to keep me updated. Recently I've been so hooked with Australian news. Thanks to Twitter and Yahoo!7. Also we are obliged to read Financial Review every now and then. Often I get left out in class discussion if I didn't read what's new on the news.

Cut long story short, I was 20 minutes early for my citizenship appointment. The lady who interviewed me is way cool. The other interviewer is a bit of a snob. I mean all of them should conform to a professional manner in dealing with candidates but I think they were too stiff. Mine was a fabulous lady. We chatted about how wonderful weather was and asked about living in the City. After 15 minutes of checking my documents, she gave me a piece of paper and told me to take the test. I know I am well prepared for the test although I only started reading the handbook last night. I have 2 unsure answers but I ended up getting 19 out of 20. Not bad. 5 mins out of 45 mins allotted. It was quick and easy I should say.

Timeframe is about 3 months before the pledge. But as far as I'm concerned, I am now qualified. And pledge is just a formality.

Think about it, I was staying in Sydney for 4 years and never realised I would finally settle here. I thought of just gaining experience but here I am. Residing and living in a spectacular cosmopolitan and multicultural dynamic land.

Blog Action Day: El Agua es Vida

Bit late for this entry as it should have been posted yesterday.

Firstly let me warn you that water is our most precious natural resource. Misuse of it and negligence will lead to problems like drought and indirectly affect climate change.



Drought typically happens in Australia, particularly in South East of Australia. The agricultural sector suffers and decline in rural productivity will eventually felt by the nation as it impacts the economy. It also impacts the quality of water and it increases the risk of bush fires and dust storms.

We also cannot not mention the climate change and what its doing to our environment as each of us has our own social environmental responsibilities to upheld. Otherwise we will see the deterioration of our natural ecosystem balance. And it would not be long 'til we suffer the consequences. We can already somehow see how it slowly affects our climate, i.e., global warming.

I've experienced abundance and scarcity. Back in Manila we use the tabo system (dipper to fix usage of water) and recycle water like use water to wash plates and eventually use it to water plants. There was also a time when we have to go all the way to Camella (nearby neighbourhood) just to get our share of water.

My message is let us do our share in conserving water. Report leaking faucet. Be mindful that we don't abuse its usage. Use machines like laundry and dishwashing effectively.

Just because we have it doesn't mean we are allowed to waste it. Remember water is life.

One Step Closer

Feels like I just graduated from High School. Just finished my fourth year here in Sydney. Technically its not cos I flew around a bit but basically as far as my application for citizenship is concerned, I'm eligible and that's all that matters I reckon.

So much to hope for. The rebuilding of my career and self has just begun. It won't take a year, maybe 2-3 years to establish an empire and be where I wanna be. But citizenship is a start.

Next Tuesday will be my citizenship appointment and test. but before that I have to struggle with month-end at work and another Tax exam. I always dreaded getting the result of my exams. Bit paranoid but then I realise I got the top mark.

Everything goes well now. I am just living the moment. Climbing the steepest stairs to freedom and life. Soon I will be there and triumph will be all around me.

^Bad Penguin^

Just like Batman's archenemy. Penguin is an eccentric criminal mastermind known for his shady business dealings. I can just associate her to this super villain.

She doesn't have the decency to know what is within the norm. Plain insensitive if you may. Just don't want to dwell so much on her. But all I can say, what she did. It ended my respect and friendship with her. She's just a nasty old penguin.

chaos without music

when music has been taken out of your daily walks you cannot imagine how horrible it can be. the noise and reality becomes more apparent to the naked eye. thats how our senses are intertwined.

without music life can be so bland and boring. the cost i have to pay for my foolishness. its a pain but i hope the beat will come back soon. renewed or found.

Note to Self: Grow UP and Stop Annoying People

There are things that you never realise that you've done wrong until you heard it from someone. What makes it more disturbing is when you hear it indirectly. I tend to rationalise that the way I normally behave is influenced by how I interact socially. I know for a fact that I've been quite reserved when I am not with the people am not comfortable with. Social space has always been an issue I believe. I rarely trust any random stranger to just spill out the real me.

Personality clashes far too many times and never meant to annoy closest of friends. The way they react on such occasions can be devastating. As my intentions are to please everyone and make them smile. I guess I have to put a fencing barrier and position myself properly.

Just an open note to self. Not in anyway directed to anyone. I probably would think the person won't read this anyway.

Two cents for drawing this up and making my Friday send-off to long-weekend much problematic. I know I just need a drink or two and this will fly-off like a floating balloon.