My take on the movie I MISS YOU LIKE CRAZY

Watched this movie yesterday afternoon at MOA Center Stage cinema with several friends. Good thing that there was no line in the ticket booths, so we were able to buy our tickets real quick. I was a bit surprised when we saw that the line to get in to the theater was really long. The line already created an S pattern outside the cinema. But luckily they already started letting people in after a few minutes. We were able to get good seats. Right in the middle.

As for the movie itself, it was okay. Compared to the previous Tagalog movie I saw, I liked this better. The story was interesting enough. It had its sad moments. I felt sorry for the Malaysian husband of Bea Alonzo's character. He was really kind but sadly, he did not get the girl in the end. As a side note, this movie got me interested in visiting Malaysia. It featured lots of beautiful scenery. =) Would like to be able to go in the future.

There was twice as many people lined up when we got out the cinema. As in! Hehe. This definitely proves that many people would like to see the John Lloyd-Bea tandem again. =)

Backstreet's Back!!!

WHAT: Backstreet Boys Concert
WHEN: February 27, 2009, Saturday @ 8:00PM
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum

Watched the Backstreet Boys concert last night with my sis. It was an awesome experience! It brought me back to my elementary / high school days. They sang a lot of their hits and the fans went crazy (There were a lot of screaming...hehe). Almost everyone of the audience were on their feet for the entire show. The intermission videos where really funny as well.

Hay...it was nice to be able to see them in person (although we can't see them clearly from where we were standing) and sing along with them.

My sister even bought a copy of their new album right after the show.

I love BSB. =)

My take on the movie HACHIKO

Saw this movie a few days ago and I loved it. It was such a touching story. I was crying like crazy. I can’t believe that a dog can be so loyal and dedicated. My goodness, he waited for nine years! Nine years! Also, it was like they were meant to find each other.

The story was both sweet and heart wrenching at the same time. Even my mom cried when she watched it. I definitely recommend this for those who love sweet / touching (but also sad) stories. The cute doggie was definitely a plus.

Although I noticed that lately, Richard Gere’s characters always die in the end? How come? Hehe. His character here in Hachiko and in Nights in Rodanthe both died in the end. Aw…. how sad. But I liked his performance here better. =)

Foodie Side Trip: Mang Inasal

Went to a Mang Inasal branch tonight with my dad, sis and grandma.

They all had the PM1 (leg and thigh part) while I ordered the PM2 (breast and wing part). Hm....I didn't like it that much. I was a bit disappointed. I think the chicken will taste better if it was reheated. To add, the price was not as affordable as I thought. Too bad. :(

As far as chicken is concerned, I still like Chicken Bacolod the best. The dipping sauce is yummy as well. Even though a bit pricey, the taste and dining experience is all worth it. I always enjoyed eating there. Especially at the GB1 branch.

Happy eating everyone! Hope you find something yummy to munch on. :)

Many acts and shows coming up

There will be several concerts, shows and plays coming up in Manila for the months February and March 2010.

I'm particularly excited for the BSB concert and Avenue Q play.

In relation to the upcoming BSB concert, here's the lyrics to my current fav BSB song.

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Backstreet Boys - Bye Bye Love

Yeah, yeah, oh,
Yeah, yeah

You should be right here laying next to me
But, baby, you chose to love the hard way
You could be right here getting the best of me
But, baby, you decided he was your man

And now that you're finding out
He's playing little games, you calling me again
You say you want me around
But I'm not sure now if I wanna be down
Soooo..

I think I wanna stay single
Maybe we're better apart
See, I don't want a girl that
Only wanna come back
'Cause some other man broke her heart

So bye bye, love
Bye love
So bye bye, love (bye love)
Bye love
Yeah...

Crazy how the tables turn
It wasn't long ago that you turned your back, no
Saying there's no way that we can work (we can work)
And you were quick to move on to the next thing
Yeah

And now that you're finding out
He's playing little games, you calling me again
You say you want me around
But I'm not sure now if I wanna be down
Soooo..

I think I wanna stay single
Maybe we're better apart
See, I don't want a girl that
Only wanna come back
'Cause some other man broke her heart

So bye bye, love (bye love)
Bye love
So bye bye, love (bye bye, bye bye love)
Bye love (bye bye, bye bye love)
Yeah

I can't take you back when I know (when I know)
I'm not the one you really wanted before
Sorry that I let you go (let you go)
This time I think its best to do it alone!

Whoooo, whoo, whoooo, yeahhhh (say goodbye to me love)
Whoo, whooo, let it go, (say goodbye to me love) let it go

Bye bye, bye bye, love!

I think I wanna stay single (I think I wanna stay)
Maybe we're better apart (maybe we're better apart)
See, I don't want a girl that
Only wanna come back
'Cause some other man broke her heart

So bye bye, love (singing bye bye, love)
Bye, love (singing bye bye, love)
So bye bye, love (bye, bye, bye, bye, girl.)
Bye, love (oh, bye bye, love)

I think I wanna stay single (I think I wanna stay)
Maybe we're better apart (maybe we're better apart)
See, I don't want a girl that
Only wanna come back
'Cause some other man broke her heart

So bye bye, love (singing bye bye, love)
Bye, love (bye bye, bye, bye, love)
So bye bye, love (singing bye bye, love)
Bye, love (Bye bye, bye, bye, love)

I'm saying goodbye to you (I'm saying goodbye to you..)
I'm saying goodbye to you... (Oh, I'm saying goodbye to you..)
I'm saying goodbye to you (Say Goodbye..)
I'm saying goodbye to you (Say Goodbye...)
(Bye, bye, love) I'm saying goodbye to you (Say Goodbye...)
(Bye, bye, love) I'm saying goodbye to you (Say Goodbye...)
(Bye, bye, love) I'm saying goodbye to you (Say Goodbye...)
I'm saying goodbye to you
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Foodie Side Trip: Finally got a chance to try Jollibee’s chicken barbecue!

I got a little hungry on the way home, so we drove through Jollibee. I ordered the chicken barbecue and I liked it. It was yummy! When I told my sister about it, she specially mentioned that the Java rice was good too. Hm…that made me think because plain rice came with my chicken barbecue meal. Too bad….maybe I’ll try it again next time with Java rice.

All this talk about food is making me hungry again…. Hehe. Enjoy dinner everyone! =)

Songs at the top of my list

There are a lot of songs that I love recently. Here’s the list and just a warning, it’s quite a long list…so patience please. Here goes….in no particular order…

1. What do you want from me – Adam Lambert
2. Scars – Allison Iraheta
3. Your love is a drug – Leighton Meester
4. Hate you – Mariah Carey
5. Get to you – James Morrison
6. Let’s fall in love again – Jason Castro
7. If we ever meet again – Timbaland feat. Katy Perry
8. Hey Daddy – Usher
9. Today was a fairytale – Taylor Swift
10. Secret – One Republic
11. Hey Soul Sister - Train

Valentine’s Day & Chinese New Year on the same day

Our family did not do anything special this year. We were supposed to go to the temple, but I overslept, so I was left behind. Hehe.

I just watched TV in the evening. In lieu of the Chinese New Year celebration, the regular programming (for Taiwan TV stations) was replaced by special variety shows. I liked these shows because it features many Taiwan artists / singers and they get to perform their songs. =)

Belated Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!

Kong Xi Fa Cai! May you all have a good and fruitful year of the Tiger.

My take on the movie VALENTINE’S DAY

Watched the movie Valentine’s Day last Saturday afternoon. It was okay I guess. A light movie if you just want to relax. It certainly had its moments…some parts were funny and totally unexpected . Even Gary Marshall made a cameo appearance. I find this guy funny and entertaining. But overall, the movie was too chopped up for me. Not enough build up.

I enjoyed lunch though. We ate at Bistro Ravioli (MOA). Food was really yummy and prices were affordable. You should try it. I’ll definitely try it again with my family.

First ever entry in my first ever blog

Yipee! So excited about this new venture! (Well in my case, blogging is really new to me.) It never crossed my mind to start a blog because I'll run out of things to talk about. Hehe. Nothing important to share. But I saw the movie Julie and Julia recently, which got me thinking to also start a blog of my own....and tada! Here it is...My very first blog!

Hm...let's see....what to talk about first....

Well one thing's for sure, I'm glad that it's already Friday. A half day more to put in tomorrow at work and then it's rest and relaxation time. I'll be watching Valentine's Day tomorrow with my sister and a close friend. Hope it's good.

That's it for now.

Happy weekend everyone! =)