Life Without Freedom on the Net

I wanted to search something on the net and came across the always reliable Wikipedia when suddenly I got shocked when I read that Wikipedia is on blackout!

I then continue to search why this is happening and was saddened by the news that the US Senate and House is proposing two bills to the Congress, the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and Protect Intellectual Property Act (PIPA).

So what does this mean? This means that these bills would censor the web and who knows, we get limited access to the internet.

Now, Google and Wikipedia and other more has been trying to get petitions from you to urge the Congress to vote NO to SOPA and PIPA. Unfortunately, this applies to US residents only. For us here in the Philippines, we can help by calling our local representatives and telling them that we are against SOPA and PIPA.

So if you want to continue having freedom in the net, make your move now. Sign this petition from Google and yes, tell your friends about this also. Voting in the Congress begins on January 24.

Bizzare Three-Legged Chick

I was out for a vacation at our province in Iloilo when I encounter this really unusual chick.

The normal chick has only two (2) legs and four (4) fingers. Maybe you wouldn't believe it but this one has three (3) legs! What's more? The extra leg has six (6) fingers!

I guess this chick was supposed to be twins but sadly, only the leg developed for the other one.


Here are the pictures I take for you to scrutinized. Sorry for the quality, I was using my cellphone's cam.

Not contented with the picture, check the video at Youtube

Badjaos in Cebu

I arrived at Cebu last January 3 and was surprised by the development of badjaos that were waiting in the harbour. I remembered that badjaos had to paddle their boat to catch up with the ship. For those who did not know, the badjaos' way of earning is diving for coins underwater. These coins were thrown by the incoming ship's passenger.

Anyway, what I'm really amazed at was that the badjaos doesn't do paddling anymore. Their boat comes equipped with motors already! I was amazed really because they can afford it with their meager source of income.

Here is the video I recorded during the docking of the ship. What didn't changed though was that they still carry their babies on the boat while doing their work. Kinda dangerous for the kids, isn't it?

Happy Feet 2

"No Pa, this is unfair.."

These are the exact words of Erik from Happy Feet 2 that touch my heart and makes me cry (sniff). It was kinda awkward because I had to remove my glasses (we'd watched it in 3D) just so I can wipe my tears. I was laughing to myself because no movie can make me cry, except for this one. The tears just flow on their own when Erik started singing. He's so cute and adorable and sings well too, just like his mom, Gloria.

So much for the drama. Happy Feet 2 is so far one of the best movies I've seen this year and I soooo love it. It depicts the teamwork and union of penguins and seal to save the whole nation of the former.

If you've seen Happy Feet 1, I'm sure you'll love Happy Feet 2 also.

Here's a trailer from Youtube:

She Likes It Tight

For some, small or limited area is difficult and uncomfortable, but for Zara, she likes it tight. She always tuck her body in cramped and narrow spaces. Sometimes she even fall asleep in those snug places.

Take a look:

By the way, did I mention that Zara loves massage too? (^_^)

10th Year Wedding Anniversary

The tenth year wedding occasion is the first of the major phase in anniversaries. This event is represented traditionally by tin or aluminum and diamond for modern times. So, whose anniversary was this? Nope it's not mine.

My boss and her hubby celebrated their tenth year anniversary last Thursday. Of course, me and my colleagues were invited and so dinner was free (boy do I love free dinner). Anyway, here are some of the pictures that were taken.

To my boss and her hubby, happy anniversary!

Breaking Dawn Part 1

I watched Breaking Dawn Part 1 this afternoon and I can't help but blog abut it. I'd finished reading the series last year and still I get excited about the movie. Although it lacks action, I can still say it was a fantastic movie. I like the part after the honeymoon where the bed frame got broken and feathers were everywhere (LOL). I got hooked up until the end. Honestly, until now, I can't help but think about it. Despite the fact that I'd read the novel, I'm still wondering how the story will end. That makes me excited for the part 2 which will be shown on November 2012.

For those who haven't watched it yet, get your ticket now and be tickled by Bella and Edward's love story.

Tidbits of the movie:

The movie tells of Bella and Edward's wedding, honeymoon to Isle Esme and later on her dangerous pregnancy. Edward was against it due to the fact that the baby is growing rapidly at an unnatural rate and may kill Bella so he suggested an abortion. Bella nonetheless was opposed to it.

Meanwhile, Jacob's Quileute wolf pack, not knowing what danger the unborn child may pose, plans to destroy it and kill Bella. Of course, Jacob was against it and choose the side of the vampires instead.

Soon Bella gave birth to the child and it almost cost her her life. Carlisle and Esme were not around that time because they were hunting. So in order to save her, Edward injected vampire venom in her heart. Still not satisfied, Edward bites Bella's neck, arms and legs to make sure the venom spread. This changes Bella from human to being a vampire.

In the meantime, the child was safe and Jacob almost immediately imprinted (the wolves pack term for love at first sight or making someone your soul mate) on her.

The last part of the movie shows Bella being changed to a vampire. Her skin changes to being smooth and pale. Her hair becomes longer and darker. All this time she was asleep. The last scene shows her opening her eyes and it revealed a crimson red iris.