I should be sleeping so I'll make this brief, but...
The Academy Awards show this year was the best thing I've seen since Billy Crystal hosted. Hugh Jackman was a hit and awards were given to people who actually deserve the awards this year. I didn't watch Slumdog Millionaire before the awards show, but it really piqued my interest after seeing them win eight awards, so I watched it today and I was just blown away.
The story was great, Dev Patel's acting really captured the audience's attention and I felt that they really did pick the right guy for the role of Jamal Malik. The direction and cinematography was kind of artsy -- like art house movies -- but it was just so good. The music is catchy too so I'm just playing all the songs on repeat. This movie is the best thing I've seen in a while and I really did feel drawn to the film. My emotions were totally messed with while watching the film, when it came to sad parts, I felt my heartstrings tug, and when it got to happy parts, I felt myself tear up. It's a sweet story with just the right dosage of darkness and melodrama. It is totally my type of movie and I enjoyed it immensely. Highly recommend people watching it.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Life is Complicated
Sometimes, life really isn't at all that complex, but lately I just feel as though it's gotten pretty complicated. Unfortunately, I'm so worn down from everything that's going on around me, that all I can really say is that life exhausts me =_= *sigh* Wish I could go into more detail, but I'll probably have to save it for another day. I need some sleep to be ready for tomorrow =_=
The working world of adulthood sucks =_=
The working world of adulthood sucks =_=
Friday, January 23, 2009
Grey's Anatomy Season 5: Stairway to Heaven
I decided to re-watch last night's episode of Grey's Anatomy, because I loved the ending so much. I really am an angst whore 'cause anything that causes me to weep is just great. I love crying when reading books and watching movies. I just cry really easily and always tear up when watching or reading something great and last night's episode was just really good.
For those who haven't really been following the storyline as of late, last night's episode was the conclusion of a three episode arc concerning a serial killer (placed on death row) who was taken to Seattle Grace a broken toothbrush (or some other sharp object) was jammed into his spine. Because his execution date's in three days, the doctors were to keep him alive until he can be legally executed. Meanwhile, a sweet 10 year-old boy is in need of organs and the prisoner happens to be a match for him. The boundary between what's ethical and non-ethical is put to the test again and the result is quite astounding.
Off to the side, we have some humor concerning the sweet, little romance that's blossoming between our lovely "Little Grey" and McSteamy, and Izzie going really crazy =_= Apparently, she's sick and we don't exactly mean mentally ill -- though we've been thinking that that's the case for weeks -- she probably has some terminal illness (which may still be curable) and that's why Denny has come down from heaven to guide her up with him. However, she chooses to live and be with Alex, going to fight everything wrong in her body to stay here on earth.
Truly... the Crazy Izzie thing is kind of weird =_= but whatever works, I guess.
For those who haven't really been following the storyline as of late, last night's episode was the conclusion of a three episode arc concerning a serial killer (placed on death row) who was taken to Seattle Grace a broken toothbrush (or some other sharp object) was jammed into his spine. Because his execution date's in three days, the doctors were to keep him alive until he can be legally executed. Meanwhile, a sweet 10 year-old boy is in need of organs and the prisoner happens to be a match for him. The boundary between what's ethical and non-ethical is put to the test again and the result is quite astounding.
Off to the side, we have some humor concerning the sweet, little romance that's blossoming between our lovely "Little Grey" and McSteamy, and Izzie going really crazy =_= Apparently, she's sick and we don't exactly mean mentally ill -- though we've been thinking that that's the case for weeks -- she probably has some terminal illness (which may still be curable) and that's why Denny has come down from heaven to guide her up with him. However, she chooses to live and be with Alex, going to fight everything wrong in her body to stay here on earth.
Truly... the Crazy Izzie thing is kind of weird =_= but whatever works, I guess.
Kaname vs Zero
It's so hard to choose~! I feel very fickle when it comes to Vampire Knight. I love both Kaname and Zero and just can't choose between which one I feel that Yuuki should end up with. I started out with pairing Yuuki to Kaname and haven't really wavered even after Zero and Yuuki got closer in a sense. After learning about Kaname and Yuuki's past, I was more convinced that the two should be together... but now these last few chapters have been just torture on my poor heart. It just breaks my heart to see Zero and Yuuki the way that they have been, and the angstier a relationship becomes, the more I want the two to get together =_=; (And yes, I do realize that it makes absolutely no sense at all). Because I love both guys, I actually don't mind which one Yuuki ends up with now, but at the same time, I really want her to choose the best match =_= Ugh, this is torture. I don't want to wait another month for the next chapter (>_<)!!!!
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Salt Water Taffy
If I have to choose between which I like best at the moment... I have to say that Oregon salt water taffy definitely tastes better than the ones down here in Cali, which then makes me wonder... do Oregonians actually use salt water?
The taffy I got at a local shop today is pretty darn salty, while the ones I got from the coast up north don't taste quite so much. Makes you really think again, I guess.
Anyway... I walked to downtown again today. It's an approximate four mile way (to and from home), and great exercise. I haven't walked so much for a while so my abdominal muscles are definitely feeling the burn, which is great! ^_^ I went downtown yesterday to desposit my first paycheck and also to pick up a TransLink card for the public transportation over here, but the lady at the information booth told me to walk all the way back to where I live to get one. I thought it was strange and decided to walk back towards the direction of home to check and see if there are any retailers here that hold them. Well, when I checked the site, it only said that a shop in downtown carried it so I walked back down today to get one. Well, I don't really mind walking down there 'cause it gives me a chance to exercise, but still... there was a shop right around the corner and she sent me back up north 1.5 miles =_=; (Sad...)
Well, I got the card today and it's good 'cause now I can travel over to the city and not have my relatives spend $12 toll fee to pick me up and drop me off. I can save them time too. I know they keep telling me that they don't mind picking me up and such since they're retired and all, but I feel bad making them drive all the way up here to get me =_= *sigh*
Anyway, I'm pretty proud of myself for walking so much and getting a lot of my things done. Now all I need to do is clean up my room and the downstairs bathroom and call it good.
The taffy I got at a local shop today is pretty darn salty, while the ones I got from the coast up north don't taste quite so much. Makes you really think again, I guess.
Anyway... I walked to downtown again today. It's an approximate four mile way (to and from home), and great exercise. I haven't walked so much for a while so my abdominal muscles are definitely feeling the burn, which is great! ^_^ I went downtown yesterday to desposit my first paycheck and also to pick up a TransLink card for the public transportation over here, but the lady at the information booth told me to walk all the way back to where I live to get one. I thought it was strange and decided to walk back towards the direction of home to check and see if there are any retailers here that hold them. Well, when I checked the site, it only said that a shop in downtown carried it so I walked back down today to get one. Well, I don't really mind walking down there 'cause it gives me a chance to exercise, but still... there was a shop right around the corner and she sent me back up north 1.5 miles =_=; (Sad...)
Well, I got the card today and it's good 'cause now I can travel over to the city and not have my relatives spend $12 toll fee to pick me up and drop me off. I can save them time too. I know they keep telling me that they don't mind picking me up and such since they're retired and all, but I feel bad making them drive all the way up here to get me =_= *sigh*
Anyway, I'm pretty proud of myself for walking so much and getting a lot of my things done. Now all I need to do is clean up my room and the downstairs bathroom and call it good.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Technology & Mail
So I decided to update my McAfee Virus protection software after 2 years and sure enough, the lags and freezes stopped... somewhat. It's much better than before 'cause the "upgrade me" pop-up isn't shooting out from the taskbar anymore so my computer hasn't froze once at all. It's kind of strange, but not a bad thing.
I also tried to apply for a TransLink card for the bay area transportation system, but I accidentally exited the damn tab before I could submit my purchase so now I have an account with no card. It's very vexing. I sent an email to customer support... hopefully they'll delete my account or something so I can re-set it up =_=
The package I sent to my parents arrive at the restaurant today and my dad was pretty stoked to see all the Chinese New Year decorations I sent him. I figured that since he loves these sorts of things, I might as well buy plenty for him this year since it's the year of the ox and all ^__^. I'm glad it made it to them so quickly.
I also tried to apply for a TransLink card for the bay area transportation system, but I accidentally exited the damn tab before I could submit my purchase so now I have an account with no card. It's very vexing. I sent an email to customer support... hopefully they'll delete my account or something so I can re-set it up =_=
The package I sent to my parents arrive at the restaurant today and my dad was pretty stoked to see all the Chinese New Year decorations I sent him. I figured that since he loves these sorts of things, I might as well buy plenty for him this year since it's the year of the ox and all ^__^. I'm glad it made it to them so quickly.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Lars and the Real Girl
So my friend let me borrow this movie and I'm watching it on my PS2 right now and though I had my reservations about this movie in the beginning, I can say now that I really do like the story.
Basically, "Lars and the Real Girl" is about a socially inept, twenty-seven year-old man who orders a sex doll off the internet and treats her like a real woman. His older brother and sister in-law worry about his mental health and decide to go with him in his delusion for the time being until a doctor tells them what to do.
The family doctor, Dagmar, is a psychologist and Lars' brother, Gus, and sister in-law, Karin, send him to her. Dagmar pretends to treat Lars' "girlfriend," Bianca, while actually observing and treating him for his mental disorder. Because the situation is quite delicate, Dagmar asks that Karin and Gus continue along with this charade until Lars eventually gets better (or until Dagmar figures out whether Lars needs more intensive psychiatric treatment).
Besides Karin and Gus, the townspeople in the little hamlet where they live also go along with the disturbing charade until Lars can get better. Everyone treats Bianca as though she is real and in doing so, Lars ends up interacting with a lot of the townspeople. Prior to this, he has always hid himself in the garage behind his father's house -- which he and his brother inherited from their late father -- as a recluse. Because of Bianca's acceptance in the community and her being included in many social events, Lars is able to learn how to socialize better while also receiving psychiatric treatment from Dagmar. As the story progresses, the townspeople enjoy having Bianca around, and Lars begins to change.
The story is pretty sweet. It moves at an even pace, not too slow and not too fast. It has this innocent and pure feeling to it, yet it's tragic. There is a little humor, but it's bittersweet. The tone is very poignant and the script was just so well-done. I thought I would be bored, but I find it very touching, surprisingly. I think anyone who likes dramedies, would really enjoy this piece.
Basically, "Lars and the Real Girl" is about a socially inept, twenty-seven year-old man who orders a sex doll off the internet and treats her like a real woman. His older brother and sister in-law worry about his mental health and decide to go with him in his delusion for the time being until a doctor tells them what to do.
The family doctor, Dagmar, is a psychologist and Lars' brother, Gus, and sister in-law, Karin, send him to her. Dagmar pretends to treat Lars' "girlfriend," Bianca, while actually observing and treating him for his mental disorder. Because the situation is quite delicate, Dagmar asks that Karin and Gus continue along with this charade until Lars eventually gets better (or until Dagmar figures out whether Lars needs more intensive psychiatric treatment).
Besides Karin and Gus, the townspeople in the little hamlet where they live also go along with the disturbing charade until Lars can get better. Everyone treats Bianca as though she is real and in doing so, Lars ends up interacting with a lot of the townspeople. Prior to this, he has always hid himself in the garage behind his father's house -- which he and his brother inherited from their late father -- as a recluse. Because of Bianca's acceptance in the community and her being included in many social events, Lars is able to learn how to socialize better while also receiving psychiatric treatment from Dagmar. As the story progresses, the townspeople enjoy having Bianca around, and Lars begins to change.
The story is pretty sweet. It moves at an even pace, not too slow and not too fast. It has this innocent and pure feeling to it, yet it's tragic. There is a little humor, but it's bittersweet. The tone is very poignant and the script was just so well-done. I thought I would be bored, but I find it very touching, surprisingly. I think anyone who likes dramedies, would really enjoy this piece.
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