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Living in June 30 and July 1.

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:14:00 +0800

My circadian rhythm is messing again. I wonder if watching too much Baseball made my body adjust to New York time. I may be quick to figure out the real time in Manila, but my body is having a little trouble following. I must work this out.

By the way, I made a new blog. It's sole purpose is for Baseball. I'm glad I didn't rush to make one before. It's hosted by MLB. It's JenShinrai in MLBlogs. But my blog name is Hope, Faith, Love ... for the Yankees, and Baseball.

I have a new entry posted there. The Yankees had their first game of the series against the Seattle Mariners. Too bad I wasn't able to watch that; not available on ESPN. At least the game yielded a positive result. First game, first win. 8-5. ^_^

A couple of hours before the game, Mark Teixeira had a chat with fans. It was fun reading his answers about some questions. Too bad I didn't have mine answered. Should've submitted my questions earlier.

Music:
Blackmore's Night - Ghost of a Rose

The Yankees share history with the Mets in their 2009 Subway Series

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:06:00 +0800

This was supposed to be just a blog entry, but it seemed like it's worth a post in b/r. I did post it there, marking my fourth post as a contributor. The link is here: The Yankees share history with the Mets in their 2009 Subway Series

But I'll still post the whole article, or supposedly blog entry, here.

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The New York Yankees are rising like a phoenix. And they keep making legends.

The Bronx Bombers won the first Subway Series of the season with 2 out of 3 against the Metropolitans. It was in the Yankee Stadium. And it was an unforgettable one, especially the ninth inning drama of the first game when A-Rod popped up his team's last chance to stay in the game. Then it would be the final out.

But it's Baseball. Anything can happen. And something happened.

The popped up ball went to Luis Castillo's glove, and it went through. He dropped the ball and Derek Jeter scored with Mark Teixeira coming off the first base. Jeter tied the game but with Teixeira's attitude, the Pinstripers won the game.

The Yankee first baseman is known for being an athlete who never gives up. He reached the home plate wondering what just happened as their captain embraced and congratulated him. A-Rod even called Teixeira his MVP of the night.

It was an unforgettable night for everyone who watched the game, be it in the Yankee Stadium or in their homes, or even in pubs. The Yankees won that night with 9-8 against the Mets.

The game that followed may have been meant for the Mets. They won 5-2 against the Yankees. But that was all for them. The game that followed on Sunday night was won by the Yankees, 15-0.

The second Subway Series was held in Citi Field, home of the New York Mets. But the Yankees were not bothered at all if it's not their home stadium. They only have one goal: win. And they did. There may be no more Castillo clutch but the Yankees swept the Mets with 9-1, 5-0, 4-2, respectively.

The first game was an astounding 18 up, 18 down by CC Sabathia. He only allowed three hits and one home run by Gary Sheffield, all in the fifth inning. The relief pitcher Brett Tomko was also amazing with his 6 up, 6 down in the last two innings.

The Saturday night game was also an splendid one. Starting pitcher AJ Burnet accomplished a record of 10 strike outs, 3 walks, 1 hit but no run. Brian Bruney pitched in the eight inning and David Robertson on the ninth. Each relief pitcher had 3 up, 3 down.

The Sunday night game may have allowed the Mets for 2 runs, but the Yanks still won. But what made this game memorable is it's part in Baseball history, at least to the Yankees' history. Maybe for the New York Mets also.

Mariano Rivera had his 500th save during the Sunday night game, marking him as the second with most saves next only to Milwaukee's Trevor Hoffman who has 571 saves. Many Baseball players, team mates or not, consider Rivera as the best closer they've ever met.

The Sandman's career history didn't end there. It was also his third plate appearance and first walk slash first career RBI. The saving pitcher said, "The RBI is the best. It was my first RBI. It was my 500th save." His team mates probably thought the same. Everyone, especially Derek Jeter who is the captain of the Yankees, said nothing but praises for Mariano Rivera.

Mo was batting against Mets' Francisco Rodriguez, who was also the relieving pitcher when A-Rod had his pop up RBI to Luis Castillo. It's amusing how K-Rod's presence in the mound against the Yanks contributes to the Bronx Bombers' history. Perhaps it will also become part of the Metropolitans' history.

Mariano Rivera's force is recognized not only among his team mates. It extends to every batter who came to hit against him and to every one who knows him. He is not just a relief pitcher. His mere presence in the batter's box could even pull out every Yankee out of the bullpen and dugout, which rarely happens.

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Music: Metallica - Enter Sandman

Subway Series II Game 1 Stories

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 05:24:00 +0800

I've been reading articles about the first game of the Subway Series II and I can't help but be amused. I've also realized that I have missed some things because I was too clouded by the Yankees' win against the Mets. But, I don't know much details about the Yanks. Still then, it was no excuse for me. It was like I had a "commoner's" eyes. I don't like it.

Nothing much will be be written in this entry. I'll just post the links to some of the articles I've read.

*Yankees' Derek Jeter Celebrates 35th Birthday by Catching a Flu Bug - NY Daily News
*Gardner Thriving When Given a Change - MLB.com
*Brett Gardner Digs Batting in Leadoff Spot in the Yankees Lineup - NY Daily News
*Yankees Draw First Blood in Subway Series II, Beat Mets 9-1 at Citi Field - NY Daily News

Music: Letters to Cleo - Ordinary Girl (Clueless)

Writing about Sports

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 14:45:00 +0800

I never thought that someday I'd be writing an article about sports. Never ever. But who knows of what lies ahead?

Two days ago, I joined Bleacher Report. It's a website where sports fans gather and post articles about whatever they have in mind on a particular game, athlete or sport event. I've been reading entries from this website and just yesterday, I posted my first article.

Writing is not easy, especially for serious writers. It is important that you're telling the truth. I only have two written articles, yet, because I'm just beginning to follow sports, especially Baseball. I don't know much so I have to be careful.

Today (tonight in New York) started the second series of the Yankees vs. Mets game. I'm so glad to have watched it live on ESPN, not just because I am a fan of the Yankees. The game was amazing, for the Yankees' part. It felt like the first time I saw them playing. Too bad it wasn't the same for the Mets. They committed three errors in one inning. But, Castillo was able to do well as the second baseman. He was able to redeem himself for what happened during the first subway series.

Music: OLIVIA - Tears and Rainbow

Society Issues

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:37:00 +0800

Society, wherever you may be, is corrupted. But it doesn't always have to be the government who should be blamed.

I just finished reading F. Sionil Jose's Ermita. Such a poignant novel! I'd like to quote the author himself when his novel has been translated into Korean. “This novel is more of a metaphor about the prostitution of Filipinos and the decay of our society. The story has a universal theme because all over the world many people are prostitutes without knowing it." I have bookmarked some quotes in the novel but I haven't posted them online. Not yet.

Another society issue that perturbs me, though it has done so before, is the injustice to the natives of the land, be it here in the Philippines or abroad. I just finished watching the nineteenth episode of CSI: NY season 5. It upsets me everytime I hear or know that natives have been deprived of their rights.

I appreciate how CSI: NY features issues in the society. There was another episode where they featured an issue about an e-waste dumpsite in China. I can't remember the name of the place but it was definitely loathesome. This is a link in National Geographic's website. It has no connection with the CSI: NY episode.

As for present issues, I cannot elaborate each of those that I know. I quite have a short memory. But there's this thing about a Guantanamo prison in Cuba. I don't really have any idea about this issue, but I will do my research. Having watched Prison Break changed my way of thinking towards inmates. Guilty or not, it is not right to throw any prejudice to any of them. NGC will feature it tomorrow, 05 April 2009. I can't wait to watch it.

We live in a rotten world but that doesn't justify any negligence to these issues, as well as to those I have not mentioned. And before I forget, Darfur is still in malady.

I never worry about action, but only inaction. Churchill 101.

Vexed

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:48:00 +0800

Our internet connection is getting worse. It's so vexing. I don't have any intention to stay in front of the computer for more than three hours. I just want to catch up with Prison Break season 4. I hope this trouble will be fixed soon.

If the business is just about plain research, the internet is generous. But if you're looking or trying to open anything that has complex language or whatever procedures, don't bother. Or if you do, make sure you have plenty of patience.

May the whole universe conspire together...

I'm going to give this computer a rest; might as well our internet router. I'm still not used to techy terms. Don't fail to make me confused.

hi5.com

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:59:00 +0800

I was checking my account in hi5.com when I found out that I have posted 55 blog entries since I made an account. Well, it's now 56 entries. I've PrintScreened some of the entries so I can post them here. I'm being sentimental. XD

I've also realized that I made no entry in the year of 2007. Oh well, that was the time that I had forgotten my account details in hi5.com.

By the way, I should remind myself to rent and watch the following movies:
In the Land of Women
Kiss, Kiss, Bang, Bang
Speak
Thirteen

Music:
Mercy Me - I Can Only Imagine

November Start

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 21:14:00 +0800

First, I have a web blog which I have totally forgotten until less than an hour ago. It's about my comments and thoughts about what I've read, watched and stuff.. The website is here: Matarese

Also, I've found out that I made blog entries for Stephenie Meyer's Twilight saga. I didn't remember making them. Bloody. Anyways, here are the links: Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse. I still haven't read Breaking Dawn so that's out of the question. But I'm going to buy the book next week. I have to! Haha.

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There are quite a number of films I want to watch but I've been putting them on hold because I have to make sure that, first, I'd be able to buy Breaking Dawn and, second, I must have enough money for the Twilight movie.

My consience won't be able to take it if I watch a movie but won't be able to watch Twilight on its premiere. If I can, I might as well watch on the premiere night. Haha! The only catch is the fans. I don't want to watch with people, especially teenage girls, screaming their lungs out because of Edward Cullen. Shoot!

Anyways, I'm still deliberating should I watch on the premiere night or in private (read: not with most people). Well I guess that depends if I get to have a free screening ticket or how much cash I can save for that day.

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I've just finished watching Heroes' episode 7, which is also the latest episode. Phew! A lot of characters have become unnecessarily annoying. I'd say Maya ang Mohinder belong to the top list. I may like Peter Petrelli, but he's one of those characters that really annoy me. I'd rather watch scenes of Gabriel/Sylar, whatever name you prefer. But there are also characters that I've come to like more. Gabriel/Sylar is one of them. But I'm thinking more of Angela Petrelli. I know, she's a manipulative woman. Pretty scary. But she's making me curious. I find her interesting, minus her annoying manipulative skills.

It was also nice to see Kristen Bell again. I've always adoured Bell. Thanks to Veronica Mars. Speaking of which, I really miss it. A lot! Haha!

By the way, I found a picture of Zachary Quinto and Hayden Panettiere together. Hmm.. Is Claire leaving her Uncle Peter behind because of what grandfather did? Oh! Gabriel is also.. XOXO

Here's the picture:

Music:
Sparklehorse - Don't Take My Sunshine Away

Websites to visit

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 09:27:00 +0800

I am quite choosy with the topics I post in this blog. I love this blog. It's been with me thtough my ups and downs. Parasui holds memories of my past and present, and a hope of the future. It may not hold everything about me but I still value this blog more than the others I have. I don't like posting just anything here, though I've done that before and I am very well tempted to take them out forever. Of course, I decided otherwise and chose to choose my next entries.

What I am about to post here are the links of some websites and blogs I plan to visit some time from now because I can't accomodate them all at this very moment or day. I chose this blog of mine, as well as the one in BlogSpot (but it's exclusive for the Moleskine contest), because of the easy accessibility of tags.

Here are the URLs:

http://www.postsecretcommunity.com/chat/
http://postsecret.blogspot.com/
http://hopeline.com/
http://maydiwayata.multiply.com/journal/item/47/what_would_you_write_in_your_moleskin
http://anothermiyaw.livejournal.com/146627.html#cutid1
http://itscoolclub.blogspot.com/
http://wifelysteps.com

Music:
Paramore - Breathe

Collection

noreply@blogspirit.com (JenShinrai) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 05:26:00 +0800

Heroes
I was able to finish the episodes I missed in season 1. Thank goodness! As of now, I've already watched 10 episodes of Heroes season 2. I can now catch up with my cousins. But of course, I still have other things to do so I have to manage time properly.

Pictures
I uploaded pictures I took since Friday in my Photobucket and Multiply accounts. I also have them burned on CD. Back ups will always be important. I need to fix my folder in our PC.

NLE Review: Nursing Research
I ditched class yester noon. Know why..

Wuthering Heights
Albeit having a hard time understanding the pace and how Emily Brontë wrote, I like the story. It's not one of your typical love stories. It's tragic, I'd say. I haven't finished reading it but I'm looking forward to it.

Breaking Dawn
I'm still saving up for this book. Too bad I've spent half of my savings to SBC last Sunday, and for treating my classmates last Friday. I'm fine with the latter though. Can't cry over spilled milk.

Weather
It rained yester day. We were in the AVR and I-we- could hear the wind and rain hitting the windows. I liked it. As of now, I can hear thunders from time to time. I hope it rains today. Or maybe just another Forks-like experience just like what happened on 14 October 2008. I loved it and I'd love to have another one today.

Music:
Vivaldi - L'Autunno