My pants are sticky because I just spilled a bottle of Diamond Black and 1/4 bottle of Chardannay... my friend just puked so other friend's place is kinda like a mess right now...
wakakakaka...
Everyone, have a happy Christmas!!!
Dec 24, 2006
Merry Christmas!
Okay - I am kind of drunk right now....well, not really drunk, but kinda dizzy.... so bear with me.... =P
My pants are sticky because I just spilled a bottle of Diamond Black and 1/4 bottle of Chardannay... my friend just puked so other friend's place is kinda like a mess right now...
wakakakaka...
Everyone, have a happy Christmas!!!
My pants are sticky because I just spilled a bottle of Diamond Black and 1/4 bottle of Chardannay... my friend just puked so other friend's place is kinda like a mess right now...
wakakakaka...
Everyone, have a happy Christmas!!!
Nov 25, 2006
Wi-Fi for Wii and DS: Checked!
Finally got a wireless router today for my Wii and DS. Now I can start swapping friend codes with other! Yeah!
Yesterday I mentioned trying to get a 150 on Wii Bowling, and look what I got today:
My first 200+ game! Yeah! You can also see my Mii in this picture as well. =)
Wii Sports all night - arm's sore, time for bed!
Yesterday I mentioned trying to get a 150 on Wii Bowling, and look what I got today:
My first 200+ game! Yeah! You can also see my Mii in this picture as well. =)
Wii Sports all night - arm's sore, time for bed!
Nov 23, 2006
Nintendo Wii - Thanksgiving Outing
Lately this has became a gaming blog... hahaha...
Anyway, my precious Wii got to do some traveling today. Erica's parents invited me to their family Thanksgiving gathering. Since I am trying to lure as many people as possible into the way of Wii, I decided to bring my Wii along.
We actually went to two separate gatherings - and in both occasions, the Wii did not disappoint me at all. Wii Sports proved to be enough for the day and I don't even have to bring out the real party game (Rayman). Within minutes of getting the system up and running, we were all bowling, golfing and boxing away. Dick and Tom dominated Bowling - it would be fun to pitch them against each other and see who will be the Bowling Champ. Though I did not win, the flip side is that my bowling score definitely improved, consistently breaking 100 mark now. Next goal - 150!
I also boxed a bit - I think Sandy did took a picture of me and Tom while we were fighting. I'll have to get my hands on that one so that I can post it up somewhere. Besides grown ups, the little ones also dished it out as well. Needless to say, they liked playing it (well, at least I think they do).
Since we were going to two different places, there was much time to play all the games extensively. I checked my records earlier and we played like an hour each at each place. Hopefully it'll be enough to convince them to buy a Wii~ =)
I am pretty sure my shoulders will be sore tomorrow with all the Wii Sports time I had today. Now only if Nintendo pays me to promote the Wii, that'll be perfect!
Konphused mentioned doing another Wii gathering this weekend, I'll see how that go (if happen, that'll be my 4th Wii "demo" this week...hohoho)
P.S. Phrases i said the most during the day?
- Press the "A" button
- Put the strap on
Wakakakakaka...
Anyway, my precious Wii got to do some traveling today. Erica's parents invited me to their family Thanksgiving gathering. Since I am trying to lure as many people as possible into the way of Wii, I decided to bring my Wii along.
We actually went to two separate gatherings - and in both occasions, the Wii did not disappoint me at all. Wii Sports proved to be enough for the day and I don't even have to bring out the real party game (Rayman). Within minutes of getting the system up and running, we were all bowling, golfing and boxing away. Dick and Tom dominated Bowling - it would be fun to pitch them against each other and see who will be the Bowling Champ. Though I did not win, the flip side is that my bowling score definitely improved, consistently breaking 100 mark now. Next goal - 150!
I also boxed a bit - I think Sandy did took a picture of me and Tom while we were fighting. I'll have to get my hands on that one so that I can post it up somewhere. Besides grown ups, the little ones also dished it out as well. Needless to say, they liked playing it (well, at least I think they do).
Since we were going to two different places, there was much time to play all the games extensively. I checked my records earlier and we played like an hour each at each place. Hopefully it'll be enough to convince them to buy a Wii~ =)
I am pretty sure my shoulders will be sore tomorrow with all the Wii Sports time I had today. Now only if Nintendo pays me to promote the Wii, that'll be perfect!
Konphused mentioned doing another Wii gathering this weekend, I'll see how that go (if happen, that'll be my 4th Wii "demo" this week...hohoho)
P.S. Phrases i said the most during the day?
- Press the "A" button
- Put the strap on
Wakakakakaka...
Nov 21, 2006
Wii in full force tonight
Hang out at KingSnort's trying out the Wii~ We played for around 4 hrs or so with Konphused and MyEvilInsideYou joining in an hour or two into the night.
Wii Sports got a whole lot of attention, we pretty much tried out each of the 5 "games" in Wii Sports. I think I did good in Tennis; KingSnort Bowling; MyEvilInsideYou for Boxing/Golf and Konphused scored a couple runs in Baseball.
Also popped in Rayman for a bit. The game is a collection of different mini-games. We unlocked about eight tonight. Hopefully with a bit more play time, all the mini-games would become available.
We also took a peak at Zelda, but since it's only a one-person game and it's getting late, we didn't do too much. Everyone did some fishing and walked around with Link and pretty much that was it.
KingSnort took some photos but I am still waiting for them. Maybe I'll Flickr them later.
Wii Sports got a whole lot of attention, we pretty much tried out each of the 5 "games" in Wii Sports. I think I did good in Tennis; KingSnort Bowling; MyEvilInsideYou for Boxing/Golf and Konphused scored a couple runs in Baseball.
Also popped in Rayman for a bit. The game is a collection of different mini-games. We unlocked about eight tonight. Hopefully with a bit more play time, all the mini-games would become available.
We also took a peak at Zelda, but since it's only a one-person game and it's getting late, we didn't do too much. Everyone did some fishing and walked around with Link and pretty much that was it.
KingSnort took some photos but I am still waiting for them. Maybe I'll Flickr them later.
Nov 19, 2006
What a weekend
Never imagined that I would brave through the cold just to get my hands on the newest gadget... Oh well, here's the newest addition to my household, the Nintendo Wii!
I dropped by Target to do some shopping Saturday afternoon and overheard that they won't be letting people line up until 11p that night. Cool, I thought, then the line shouldn't be too long even if I showed up around 4 or 5 am.
I then decided to try my luck at the Baraboo Wal-Mart. Unfortunately, they only had 28 Wii and they already gave out all the tickets at midnight.
Darn, back to Target. This was about 9:30pm.
When I drove past Target (again), I saw a sizable line of people already lining up outside Target. I was like, "What's up with the 11pm thing!?" I realized then I really need to get in line if I want to get my hands on a Wii the next day.
Pretty much the whole camp out experience can be summarized into one word - COLD!!! I believed the temperature was around 32F (0C). Don't forget to add in the wind chill as well. Why can't Nintendo launch the system in a warmer season? Or couldn't the Target employees just start distributing vouchers at 12:01a instead of 7a? These are the things that keep coming to mind as I fought through the night.
People were nice in general, a lot of them were local UW students. There were several tents along the line. One couple even made their own version using blankets and Target shopping carts (they were right in front of me - funny folks). The guys who were behind me actually work at CompUSA, but it sounded like CompUSA isn't going to have any so Target's their best bet (Two of the guys need to work Sunday 10:30 - Ouch). Unfortunately I forgot to bring my camera, so no pic.
People kept trickling in throughout the night. The line added 4 to 5 people every half an hour or so. I think it's around 4 o'clock when we reached the magic number 111 - the number of Wii allocated to our Target. There were these couple guys who walked up & down trying to figure if they could make it. My count fluctuated between 59 to 65. Regardless, both numbers are less than 111 and I will be getting a Wii (if I did not died from hypothermia that is).
Around 4:30a was when the "more normal/reasonable" people started to show up. I can't help but think in my mind, "You are so not getting a Wii - 4:30am!? You seriously thought that you can get a Wii by coming at 4:30a!? Ha!" Funny that had I not seen the line at 9:30p, I too would be one of these people - ones without a Wii on launch day. Though I do kind of felt sorry for those parents showing up trying to get a Wii for their kids. They tended to show up around sunrise but by that time, it was waaaaaaaaaay to late.
7:15a - two guys walked out from Target, one handing out the voucher and the other free T-shirt from Nintendo. So much waiting (10 hrs) for that tiny piece of paper. I am pretty sure there were about 50 or so folks who lined up but didn't get one. Hopefully Nintendo's keeping their end of the promises and keeps the shipment coming.
We just need to get back by 8a and line up in the same order (easy since the voucher has a number on it - mine is exactly 59. Looks like someone was doing an excellent head count earlier). Drove to McD and picked up a much needed breakfast.
830a, my turn getting into Target and picking up the ultimate prize. An extra controller + nun-chuck, Zelda and Rayman along with the console - there goes another $450 down the drain. By 845a, I am a proud owner of a next-gen console. =)
It wasn't such a bad experience, but really wished the weather was warmer (how i envied those LA launches where people are just wearing long sleeve shirts). Don't know if I will ever do it again, but at least I can say that I've camped out for a video game console. XD
I dropped by Target to do some shopping Saturday afternoon and overheard that they won't be letting people line up until 11p that night. Cool, I thought, then the line shouldn't be too long even if I showed up around 4 or 5 am.
I then decided to try my luck at the Baraboo Wal-Mart. Unfortunately, they only had 28 Wii and they already gave out all the tickets at midnight.
Darn, back to Target. This was about 9:30pm.
When I drove past Target (again), I saw a sizable line of people already lining up outside Target. I was like, "What's up with the 11pm thing!?" I realized then I really need to get in line if I want to get my hands on a Wii the next day.
Pretty much the whole camp out experience can be summarized into one word - COLD!!! I believed the temperature was around 32F (0C). Don't forget to add in the wind chill as well. Why can't Nintendo launch the system in a warmer season? Or couldn't the Target employees just start distributing vouchers at 12:01a instead of 7a? These are the things that keep coming to mind as I fought through the night.
People were nice in general, a lot of them were local UW students. There were several tents along the line. One couple even made their own version using blankets and Target shopping carts (they were right in front of me - funny folks). The guys who were behind me actually work at CompUSA, but it sounded like CompUSA isn't going to have any so Target's their best bet (Two of the guys need to work Sunday 10:30 - Ouch). Unfortunately I forgot to bring my camera, so no pic.
People kept trickling in throughout the night. The line added 4 to 5 people every half an hour or so. I think it's around 4 o'clock when we reached the magic number 111 - the number of Wii allocated to our Target. There were these couple guys who walked up & down trying to figure if they could make it. My count fluctuated between 59 to 65. Regardless, both numbers are less than 111 and I will be getting a Wii (if I did not died from hypothermia that is).
Around 4:30a was when the "more normal/reasonable" people started to show up. I can't help but think in my mind, "You are so not getting a Wii - 4:30am!? You seriously thought that you can get a Wii by coming at 4:30a!? Ha!" Funny that had I not seen the line at 9:30p, I too would be one of these people - ones without a Wii on launch day. Though I do kind of felt sorry for those parents showing up trying to get a Wii for their kids. They tended to show up around sunrise but by that time, it was waaaaaaaaaay to late.
7:15a - two guys walked out from Target, one handing out the voucher and the other free T-shirt from Nintendo. So much waiting (10 hrs) for that tiny piece of paper. I am pretty sure there were about 50 or so folks who lined up but didn't get one. Hopefully Nintendo's keeping their end of the promises and keeps the shipment coming.
We just need to get back by 8a and line up in the same order (easy since the voucher has a number on it - mine is exactly 59. Looks like someone was doing an excellent head count earlier). Drove to McD and picked up a much needed breakfast.
830a, my turn getting into Target and picking up the ultimate prize. An extra controller + nun-chuck, Zelda and Rayman along with the console - there goes another $450 down the drain. By 845a, I am a proud owner of a next-gen console. =)
It wasn't such a bad experience, but really wished the weather was warmer (how i envied those LA launches where people are just wearing long sleeve shirts). Don't know if I will ever do it again, but at least I can say that I've camped out for a video game console. XD
Oct 29, 2006
Sushi
Yummy~~~
Had 迴轉壽司 yesterday night for dinner - it's also a while since I had sushi as well. However, that did burn another hole in my wallet. I went with my brother and together the bill came out to be $55. The prices are $1 to $6 per plate. Majority of things we picked were two bucks, but did have some threes and up. Though it's not "too" expensive, but it's still a bit pricier than what I planned for dinner. The sushi were acceptable but I've had better. However, that will have to do since I don't think I'll convince the other for sushi in Madison:
MyEvilInsideYou - No Japanese unless it's Hibachi
King Snort - He might be okay with Japanese, but seafood is no, no, no
Konphused - Okay with both Japanese and seafood, but I don't think sushi is "budget friendly"
Duh...
Had 迴轉壽司 yesterday night for dinner - it's also a while since I had sushi as well. However, that did burn another hole in my wallet. I went with my brother and together the bill came out to be $55. The prices are $1 to $6 per plate. Majority of things we picked were two bucks, but did have some threes and up. Though it's not "too" expensive, but it's still a bit pricier than what I planned for dinner. The sushi were acceptable but I've had better. However, that will have to do since I don't think I'll convince the other for sushi in Madison:
MyEvilInsideYou - No Japanese unless it's Hibachi
King Snort - He might be okay with Japanese, but seafood is no, no, no
Konphused - Okay with both Japanese and seafood, but I don't think sushi is "budget friendly"
Duh...
Big spending weekend
Well, even without the Wii preorder, this weekend was still very "costly" for me. Part of which is of course going down to Chicago and securing my plane ticket back home in December. Yeah!
I checked a couple agencies in Chinatown. The first one was pretty bad. They couldn't find any open seats on any airlines except one, and it was Cathay/AA which means i need to stop in O'Hare and Narita, Tokyo. Definitely not desirable to me (since I already quite some number of miles with UAL, I rather stick with United). The agent tried to play scare tactics but unfortunately (fortunate for me), I was like "meh" and left.
That proved to be the smart move. At the next agency, the agent there did manage find an open seat on the 7th AND it's MSN-ORD-HKG, for the same price as the Cathay/AA one earlier! The only catch is that I have to issue the ticket right away. Oh well, don't really think I can pull out any better deals so I handed him my credit card, he handed me my receipt.
Now I just need to submit yet another vacation request for the 7th and I'll be all set! Guess I can officially start the vacation count-down clock... Kakaka...
I checked a couple agencies in Chinatown. The first one was pretty bad. They couldn't find any open seats on any airlines except one, and it was Cathay/AA which means i need to stop in O'Hare and Narita, Tokyo. Definitely not desirable to me (since I already quite some number of miles with UAL, I rather stick with United). The agent tried to play scare tactics but unfortunately (fortunate for me), I was like "meh" and left.
That proved to be the smart move. At the next agency, the agent there did manage find an open seat on the 7th AND it's MSN-ORD-HKG, for the same price as the Cathay/AA one earlier! The only catch is that I have to issue the ticket right away. Oh well, don't really think I can pull out any better deals so I handed him my credit card, he handed me my receipt.
Now I just need to submit yet another vacation request for the 7th and I'll be all set! Guess I can officially start the vacation count-down clock... Kakaka...
People are already lining up... *Upated*
...in front of Toysrus when I drove past it on my way back home earlier (around 1:15am). Since Toysrus are doing PS3, Wii and TMX Elmo pre-ordering tomorrow, don't know what those people are lining up for.
Speaking of pre-ordering, need to go to bed now since it looks like I need to be at Toysrus earlier tomorrow... kakaka
*** Update: Mission Failed ***
They only have 6 PS3s and 15 Wii and were gone by 5am. Gee~ I now have a date with Baraboo Walmart on the night of 18th then. (They are the closest 24-hr Walmart in case you wonder).
Speaking of pre-ordering, need to go to bed now since it looks like I need to be at Toysrus earlier tomorrow... kakaka
*** Update: Mission Failed ***
They only have 6 PS3s and 15 Wii and were gone by 5am. Gee~ I now have a date with Baraboo Walmart on the night of 18th then. (They are the closest 24-hr Walmart in case you wonder).
Oct 27, 2006
Rube Goldberg
The fun thing is - this was created by a member on our Web team!!! So this is the office building I was in before I moved to the new campus. =P
Oct 16, 2006
Finally have my glasses fixed
About a month ago, I was sitting at my desk and suddenly there's this "pop" sound. It turned out that one of the lens fell off from my glasses. Somehow, the screw got loose and fell off. I couldn't find it and suspect that it's been lost earlier but the frame was tight enough so the len didn't fall off right away.
I got a glass repair kit from Wal-Mart about 2 weeks ago but it didn't have the right size screw. So I thought, "All right, I'll just use my spare pair instead and have this one fix when i go back home". But tonight, I found another set of repair kit and this time, it does have the right size screw. So yippee I have my Burberry frame back~
I also realized that the last couple pair of glasses that I have are all pretty similar in style - thin frame, rectangular lens. Maybe I should try something different this year...Um...
I got a glass repair kit from Wal-Mart about 2 weeks ago but it didn't have the right size screw. So I thought, "All right, I'll just use my spare pair instead and have this one fix when i go back home". But tonight, I found another set of repair kit and this time, it does have the right size screw. So yippee I have my Burberry frame back~
I also realized that the last couple pair of glasses that I have are all pretty similar in style - thin frame, rectangular lens. Maybe I should try something different this year...Um...
Oct 15, 2006
Updated List of DS games to buy
Um...looks like I'll need another certification bonus....
10/17 - Contact
10/23 - Magical Starsign
10/24 - Touch Detective
10/30 - Children of Mana
11/06 - Elite Beat Agents
11/07 - Bomberman Land Touch!
11/14 - Final Fantasy III
12/01 - Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates
This should wrap up my English DS games that I planned to buy this year. While on my trip back home, I'll probably pick up Daigasso Band Brothers and Bleach DS (possibly its sequel as well if it's out). So that makes 11 games?
Not to mention in the month of November, I'll have Wii and Zelda to buy (probably one or two more Wii games). Lucky for me that Mario Galaxy won't be out at launch. :P
10/17 - Contact
10/23 - Magical Starsign
10/24 - Touch Detective
10/30 - Children of Mana
11/06 - Elite Beat Agents
11/07 - Bomberman Land Touch!
11/14 - Final Fantasy III
12/01 - Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates
This should wrap up my English DS games that I planned to buy this year. While on my trip back home, I'll probably pick up Daigasso Band Brothers and Bleach DS (possibly its sequel as well if it's out). So that makes 11 games?
Not to mention in the month of November, I'll have Wii and Zelda to buy (probably one or two more Wii games). Lucky for me that Mario Galaxy won't be out at launch. :P
Ouendan Side-Effect
Finished Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan! earlier this week (the game's already on loan to King Snort). Like I said before, it's a very fun game to play (not to mention addictive) so I highly recommend it.
Like DDR, Ouendan is a rhythm game, and is comprise of 15 music tracks. Among them a song called "Taisetsu na mono" from a JPop/JRock band "Road of Major" that stirred my interest. I did manage to find a couple songs by the same band off YouTube before what I guess is the Japan's equivalent of RIAA requested those vids to be taken down (stupid them - honestly they should thank YouTube for luring a potential customer...kakaka).
Now I am debating whether I should order it via YesAsia or not. I haven't been buying anything from YesAsia for a long long time. The last CD that I bought from them was, I believe, back in my sophomore year in college. Somehow, I always think that YesAsia tends to rip the customer off with a high mark-up. So when I check out the price, I was pretty amazed that it was around US$23. For a Japanese version CD, that's really cheap. The part that sucks is that it only $23, which means that I need to pay for shipping because it's $2 cheaper than the minimum for free shipping (and I don't think i can find any $2 product off YesAsia to buy). Side note: Am I complaining that it's too cheap??? Amazing~ So my other options is to wait until I get back to HK and hunt around the CD shops in person - which might not be such a bad idea. Tough call...
Like DDR, Ouendan is a rhythm game, and is comprise of 15 music tracks. Among them a song called "Taisetsu na mono" from a JPop/JRock band "Road of Major" that stirred my interest. I did manage to find a couple songs by the same band off YouTube before what I guess is the Japan's equivalent of RIAA requested those vids to be taken down (stupid them - honestly they should thank YouTube for luring a potential customer...kakaka).
Now I am debating whether I should order it via YesAsia or not. I haven't been buying anything from YesAsia for a long long time. The last CD that I bought from them was, I believe, back in my sophomore year in college. Somehow, I always think that YesAsia tends to rip the customer off with a high mark-up. So when I check out the price, I was pretty amazed that it was around US$23. For a Japanese version CD, that's really cheap. The part that sucks is that it only $23, which means that I need to pay for shipping because it's $2 cheaper than the minimum for free shipping (and I don't think i can find any $2 product off YesAsia to buy). Side note: Am I complaining that it's too cheap??? Amazing~ So my other options is to wait until I get back to HK and hunt around the CD shops in person - which might not be such a bad idea. Tough call...
Oct 11, 2006
To Pre-Order or Not to Pre-Order
Tough choice...
Gamestop/EBGames is officially starting pre-order for the Wii this coming Friday. Should I go and pre-order one? Or should I try to just get it on launch day? I still have no idea whether I'll be in Madison or Lafayette/Indianapolis on the 18th (the day before Wii launches), and thus making things a bit complicated. If I am staying in Madison, then pre-order kind of makes sense since I can get it on the 19th. However, if I am going down to Lafayette, then it would be fun to hang out at the Super Target and get it at midnight (still no clue why Madison doesn't have a 24hr Walmart nor Target).
Gamestop/EBGames is officially starting pre-order for the Wii this coming Friday. Should I go and pre-order one? Or should I try to just get it on launch day? I still have no idea whether I'll be in Madison or Lafayette/Indianapolis on the 18th (the day before Wii launches), and thus making things a bit complicated. If I am staying in Madison, then pre-order kind of makes sense since I can get it on the 19th. However, if I am going down to Lafayette, then it would be fun to hang out at the Super Target and get it at midnight (still no clue why Madison doesn't have a 24hr Walmart nor Target).
Oct 9, 2006
Slight change in plan, but still a fun weekend
The original plan was to meet up with DNA and Peter on Sunday. Yet, SOMEBODY (from Indianapolis) assumed that I wasn't going down because I was still in Madison Saturday night, and was having lunch/had lunch already when I called!!! Only if he were to check his voice-mails! So it was only Peter, Linda and I having dim sum and catch up with each other. There really isn't much going on for either for us (haha - is that a good thing), but it was nice seeing old friends from college.
As I was driving out from the parking lot, I noticed the Civic in front of me had a IN license plate. And a second after, the driver of that Civic rolled down his window and waved at me - more folks from Purdue! This time, it's mostly the "seniors" whom I have met when they were still freshmen (and I've already graduated and left Lafayette). I guess time really flys. Honestly, I don't remember anymore how many "freshmen" I met throughout all these years. Once a while I would think about this and am pretty amazed how I met all these folks (only to be reminded that i am getting olders....T_T).
DNA's planning to go to watch Purdue vs. IU on 11/19. Let see if that will happen. HKSA is having the annual B-ball tourney this year on 11/4, and I am tempted to go down as well. Luckily, with my brother's recent relocation to Indianapolis - I think I could visit Purdue more often. I can now kinda justify flying down to Indy (Madison to Indy is a 5.5 hrs drive so very unlikely I will do that), visit my brother and then go up to Purdue.
Another interesting turn, met Kelvin during dinner. It turns out that he knew someone working at my company; and that guy is in WebCorps as well! What a small world. :)
Unrelated note: Belinda's leaving for HK in Nov, I guess I'll meet her this winter then.
As I was driving out from the parking lot, I noticed the Civic in front of me had a IN license plate. And a second after, the driver of that Civic rolled down his window and waved at me - more folks from Purdue! This time, it's mostly the "seniors" whom I have met when they were still freshmen (and I've already graduated and left Lafayette). I guess time really flys. Honestly, I don't remember anymore how many "freshmen" I met throughout all these years. Once a while I would think about this and am pretty amazed how I met all these folks (only to be reminded that i am getting olders....T_T).
DNA's planning to go to watch Purdue vs. IU on 11/19. Let see if that will happen. HKSA is having the annual B-ball tourney this year on 11/4, and I am tempted to go down as well. Luckily, with my brother's recent relocation to Indianapolis - I think I could visit Purdue more often. I can now kinda justify flying down to Indy (Madison to Indy is a 5.5 hrs drive so very unlikely I will do that), visit my brother and then go up to Purdue.
Another interesting turn, met Kelvin during dinner. It turns out that he knew someone working at my company; and that guy is in WebCorps as well! What a small world. :)
Unrelated note: Belinda's leaving for HK in Nov, I guess I'll meet her this winter then.
Oct 1, 2006
Male Cheerleaders!? What da...
(I had another title earlier, but as I finished up the post, this title pops into mind...XDDDD)
1. I hate L'Aren Ciel for their song "Ready Steady Go"
2. Fingers on my left hand hurts from holding the DS for extended period of time.
3. OSU TATAKAE OUENDAN is a blast
My copy of Ouendan arrived in the mail this past week, and I have nothing but great time playing that game. Out of the three games I bought this month (Mario Hoops 3-on-3, Cooking Mama and Ouendan), Ouendan wins without much contest. In fact, I think it maybe the best game I've purchased so far (It's really a race between Ouendan and NSMB). King Snort and Konphused got some play time as well when we went out to dinner on Friday nite (Japanese Hibachi). The only drawback is the lack of single cart multiplay. Let me see if I can get King Snort to get a copy... hohoho~
For #1 above, Ready Steady Go is the final song in the game. While it's not too difficult (still challenging) in easy mode, I have my hands full playing it in the normal mode. Pretty much my whole evening is spent on trying to beat that song. Barely passed it 5 minutes ago and unlock the hard mode. Yeah!
1. I hate L'Aren Ciel for their song "Ready Steady Go"
2. Fingers on my left hand hurts from holding the DS for extended period of time.
3. OSU TATAKAE OUENDAN is a blast
My copy of Ouendan arrived in the mail this past week, and I have nothing but great time playing that game. Out of the three games I bought this month (Mario Hoops 3-on-3, Cooking Mama and Ouendan), Ouendan wins without much contest. In fact, I think it maybe the best game I've purchased so far (It's really a race between Ouendan and NSMB). King Snort and Konphused got some play time as well when we went out to dinner on Friday nite (Japanese Hibachi). The only drawback is the lack of single cart multiplay. Let me see if I can get King Snort to get a copy... hohoho~
For #1 above, Ready Steady Go is the final song in the game. While it's not too difficult (still challenging) in easy mode, I have my hands full playing it in the normal mode. Pretty much my whole evening is spent on trying to beat that song. Barely passed it 5 minutes ago and unlock the hard mode. Yeah!
Sep 17, 2006
My DS Game Collection
Grew larger by 66.67% this week. ^o^ Picked up Mario Hoops 3-on-3 and Cooking Mama.
I went to look for Mario Hoops on Monday during lunch because most sites listed a 9/11 launch date - Big Liar! I couldn't find it anywhere till the next day. The game itself is pretty fun to play - assuming you can get past the first hour or so. I found this pretty amazing because most game, you tend to know whether you like it or now in the first 30 - 60 minutes. The first hour I played Mario Hoops, I actually felt kinda boring. One reason might be that I actually went through all the training before I did my first tourney. The other possibly because the Mushroom Cup wasn't too challenging. Once I got past these entry levels, things really started picking up and it's now getting quite addictive. My rating on this game? 7.5 on Tue/Wed -> 8.5
Cooking Mama - a fun game consists of multiple mini-games about...cooking meals. Kind of an impulse buy since it's only $19.99. I would recommend it if you are looking for something quick to play for a couple minutes. This is a game I would play when I need to take a quick break from writing codes at work. The play style is interesting but sometimes get repetitive. A total of 76 menu to choose from with the possibility of combining two dishes to make new ones (Broiled rice with Pizza, anyone?)
I went to look for Mario Hoops on Monday during lunch because most sites listed a 9/11 launch date - Big Liar! I couldn't find it anywhere till the next day. The game itself is pretty fun to play - assuming you can get past the first hour or so. I found this pretty amazing because most game, you tend to know whether you like it or now in the first 30 - 60 minutes. The first hour I played Mario Hoops, I actually felt kinda boring. One reason might be that I actually went through all the training before I did my first tourney. The other possibly because the Mushroom Cup wasn't too challenging. Once I got past these entry levels, things really started picking up and it's now getting quite addictive. My rating on this game? 7.5 on Tue/Wed -> 8.5
Cooking Mama - a fun game consists of multiple mini-games about...cooking meals. Kind of an impulse buy since it's only $19.99. I would recommend it if you are looking for something quick to play for a couple minutes. This is a game I would play when I need to take a quick break from writing codes at work. The play style is interesting but sometimes get repetitive. A total of 76 menu to choose from with the possibility of combining two dishes to make new ones (Broiled rice with Pizza, anyone?)
Mii is Wii-lly excited...
kakakaka... i couldn't resist.
So the Big-N has finally released the price and date for the Wii. Arriving in the States on Nov 19th for $249.99. The price's a bit higher than what I expected (~$229), but wouldn't prevent me from getting on that day. Konphused, on the other hand, has some reservations - perhaps I can drive him to get a DS Lite then? Hohohoho...
Also need to plan what games/accessories I should get on launch day as well. The new Zelda is a must buy; probably would pick up Trauma Center as well (so I can skip the DS verison). The next question is whether to get any party game or not (Rayman or Wario).
One thing for sure, my November budget definitely needs to be revised. =)
So the Big-N has finally released the price and date for the Wii. Arriving in the States on Nov 19th for $249.99. The price's a bit higher than what I expected (~$229), but wouldn't prevent me from getting on that day. Konphused, on the other hand, has some reservations - perhaps I can drive him to get a DS Lite then? Hohohoho...
Also need to plan what games/accessories I should get on launch day as well. The new Zelda is a must buy; probably would pick up Trauma Center as well (so I can skip the DS verison). The next question is whether to get any party game or not (Rayman or Wario).
One thing for sure, my November budget definitely needs to be revised. =)
Aug 28, 2006
一個
幫一個 friend 整佢個 blog 時聽到 e 首一峰的歌, 正正正正正...
希望佢快 d 出碟啦~ 雖然首歌已經收錄於 W X M - W Theatre x Michael Tsang Music Collection ?面...但始於都係成隻都係一峰好~ kakaka
一個
曲/編：Michael Tsang 詞：林一峰
曾聽過幾句情歌 給我多少寄望
期待遇上一個 建築小小童話國
世界不會停頓片刻 給我空間去面對結果
狂熱地無奈地已犧牲了
遺下我獨個學到太多
誰伴我 誰是我心魔
誰令我 看清每一張臉 沒有非愛不可
誰負我 誰為我更多
長路裡心結縱解不了
共你走過都不錯
曾唱過幾句情歌 於快感中碰撞
平衡就算快將失去 都不算甚麼
試過幾次盲目探險 死蔭幽谷裡沒法翻身
臨崖勒馬如像醉酒醒了
遺下我獨個面對更多
開心過 沉默過
也犧牲過 結果......
仍記得幾句情歌 能為我雪中送火
一個尚算不錯
希望佢快 d 出碟啦~ 雖然首歌已經收錄於 W X M - W Theatre x Michael Tsang Music Collection ?面...但始於都係成隻都係一峰好~ kakaka
一個
曲/編：Michael Tsang 詞：林一峰
曾聽過幾句情歌 給我多少寄望
期待遇上一個 建築小小童話國
世界不會停頓片刻 給我空間去面對結果
狂熱地無奈地已犧牲了
遺下我獨個學到太多
誰伴我 誰是我心魔
誰令我 看清每一張臉 沒有非愛不可
誰負我 誰為我更多
長路裡心結縱解不了
共你走過都不錯
曾唱過幾句情歌 於快感中碰撞
平衡就算快將失去 都不算甚麼
試過幾次盲目探險 死蔭幽谷裡沒法翻身
臨崖勒馬如像醉酒醒了
遺下我獨個面對更多
開心過 沉默過
也犧牲過 結果......
仍記得幾句情歌 能為我雪中送火
一個尚算不錯
Fire Emblem Sacred Stones
Borrowed the GBA game from King Snort a while ago - around July 4th weekend because Vincent came up soon after and borrowed the Castlevania that I had borrowed from King Snort together with FE earlier.
After 3 consecutive weekends at StarBucks (4.5 hrs, 3.5hrs, 3hrs - my game time's improving), I finally felt like I've completed the game. I actually finished the last chapter a while back already, but there are all these special characters you can get in the game "after" you've beaten the game - and that's pretty much what took so much time.
Try bidding for Daigasso Band Brothers on eBay over the weekend as well - got out-bid by some other user - too bad. The other game that I had my eyes on, Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan!, its bid price skyrocketted and I don't think it's worth that much money for a used copy (~$29 + $10 shipping, but a new copy at YesAsia only costs $45). I guess I'll wait till my trip back home to pick up these two games (though an English version of Ouendan is coming out in Oct/Nov).
While browsing on eBay, I noticed that tons of stuff are sold by users who are in Hong Kong. Their price is fairly reasonable I would say (around $30 bucks), however, the shipping cost is ridiculously expensive, some going as high as 50% of the price. Unbelievable. I was tempted to e-mail to seller to ask what will the shipping be if I want to have him send it to my parent's place in HK. Then have my parents send the game over and cut the shipping cost.
DNA also bought a DSL earlier - now only if there's a good game that support WiFi (besides Mario Kart...kakakaka)
Tons of games coming out this Fall, the ones I am interested include:
Mario Hoops 3-on-3
Final Fantasy III
Children of Mana
Contact
Elite Beat Agent (English version of Ouendan)
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles
Cooking Mama (oh btw, I probably should pick up Shaberu! DS Oryori Navi this December too)
Harvest Moon DS
Touch Detective (which reminds me that Kaitou Rousseau probably would be a good game for Konphused - simply because it needs drawing skills...XDD)
Magical Starsigns
Bomberman Land Touch! (WiFi! WiFi! WiFi!)
That's of course, not counting the Wii (probably Zelda at launch, Rayman as well, Wario looks fun too.....Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh) So wouldn't mind if some of the DS games get pushed back - as long as it's not FF III (wakakaka)
After 3 consecutive weekends at StarBucks (4.5 hrs, 3.5hrs, 3hrs - my game time's improving), I finally felt like I've completed the game. I actually finished the last chapter a while back already, but there are all these special characters you can get in the game "after" you've beaten the game - and that's pretty much what took so much time.
Try bidding for Daigasso Band Brothers on eBay over the weekend as well - got out-bid by some other user - too bad. The other game that I had my eyes on, Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan!, its bid price skyrocketted and I don't think it's worth that much money for a used copy (~$29 + $10 shipping, but a new copy at YesAsia only costs $45). I guess I'll wait till my trip back home to pick up these two games (though an English version of Ouendan is coming out in Oct/Nov).
While browsing on eBay, I noticed that tons of stuff are sold by users who are in Hong Kong. Their price is fairly reasonable I would say (around $30 bucks), however, the shipping cost is ridiculously expensive, some going as high as 50% of the price. Unbelievable. I was tempted to e-mail to seller to ask what will the shipping be if I want to have him send it to my parent's place in HK. Then have my parents send the game over and cut the shipping cost.
DNA also bought a DSL earlier - now only if there's a good game that support WiFi (besides Mario Kart...kakakaka)
Tons of games coming out this Fall, the ones I am interested include:
Mario Hoops 3-on-3
Final Fantasy III
Children of Mana
Contact
Elite Beat Agent (English version of Ouendan)
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles
Cooking Mama (oh btw, I probably should pick up Shaberu! DS Oryori Navi this December too)
Harvest Moon DS
Touch Detective (which reminds me that Kaitou Rousseau probably would be a good game for Konphused - simply because it needs drawing skills...XDD)
Magical Starsigns
Bomberman Land Touch! (WiFi! WiFi! WiFi!)
That's of course, not counting the Wii (probably Zelda at launch, Rayman as well, Wario looks fun too.....Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh) So wouldn't mind if some of the DS games get pushed back - as long as it's not FF III (wakakaka)
Aug 7, 2006
Busy Weekend
350 miles in one day - exhausting. Too tired to write up all the weekend activities now. So for the time being, here's the brief version:
Saturday
Won a Monopoly game, it really has been a while since I won one - Petoria FTW!
Trivia Pursuit (sp?) - *** wordless *** Why did KingSnort and MyEvilInsideYou always get the easy Fads questions!?!?
Red Robin - Long drive. Yes - a Civic coupe CAN seat 5 ppl. What do you mean there's not enough room? I have plenty of room in my driver's seat.
Ong-Bak - I still think it's kinda all-hyped. Yeah the martial arts are good, but nothing really "wow" me.
Sunday
Gas - Dim Sum - Haircut - (Getting Expensive) - IKEA... there goes another $100+ from this month's budget.
IKEA has the new 2007 catalog - I grabbed three.
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After I finished typing the above, I kinda like the format - so don't know if i'll ever fill in the details....hohohohoho~~~
Saturday
Won a Monopoly game, it really has been a while since I won one - Petoria FTW!
Trivia Pursuit (sp?) - *** wordless *** Why did KingSnort and MyEvilInsideYou always get the easy Fads questions!?!?
Red Robin - Long drive. Yes - a Civic coupe CAN seat 5 ppl. What do you mean there's not enough room? I have plenty of room in my driver's seat.
Ong-Bak - I still think it's kinda all-hyped. Yeah the martial arts are good, but nothing really "wow" me.
Sunday
Gas - Dim Sum - Haircut - (Getting Expensive) - IKEA... there goes another $100+ from this month's budget.
IKEA has the new 2007 catalog - I grabbed three.
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After I finished typing the above, I kinda like the format - so don't know if i'll ever fill in the details....hohohohoho~~~
Jul 30, 2006
Saturday!
It was so difficult to come up with a title for a blog post - this will have to do. :P
Today was unexpectedly packed. King Snort IM-ed me around noon and chatted a bit before decided to go grab lunch. Given the choice between Red Robins and this new restaurant we've never been to, I opted to try something new. Amazingly, we succeeded in convincing (sounds more like tricking) MyEvilInsdieYou to give this new place a shot as well. Just for the record, MyEvilInsideYou doesn't prefer Chinese (acutally, any Asian except Hibachi Japanese) in general and the place we went to (Flat Top Grill) does indeed have an Asian ring to it. Hohohohoho.... I think the place is decent, but don't think either King Snort or MyEvilInsideYou will be going again. Oh well, let me grab Konphused next time.
We also had Ben & Jerry afterwards. Much to my dismay, it looks like they really discontinued my favorite favor - Bovinity Divinity. Seriously, B&J really needs to bring that favor back. (Wait, Google is failing me - I need to find the official description...Ok, got it) I mean, who doesn't like "Milk chocolate ice cream & white chocolate cows swirled with white chocolate ice cream & dark fudge cows"
Then we burn off the calories by sitting around a table at Karthik's place and play board games... kakakakaka... Played a new game called "Bang!" which is quite fun, especially in the last game where MyEvilInsideYou and I kinda team up to kill off King Snort. Oh and that's after our "jail card attack" on Karthik. Hohohoho....
Pizza for dinner and the day's wrapped up by going to the IMAX theater for Superman. The movie is okay, just isn't worth the $11.50 IMAX price tag. Besides, I really don't see/feel the 3D effects. A $6.25 tag (or at most a $8.75 for after 5:30p shows) would sounds more reasonable.
Oh well, it's another day~
Today was unexpectedly packed. King Snort IM-ed me around noon and chatted a bit before decided to go grab lunch. Given the choice between Red Robins and this new restaurant we've never been to, I opted to try something new. Amazingly, we succeeded in convincing (sounds more like tricking) MyEvilInsdieYou to give this new place a shot as well. Just for the record, MyEvilInsideYou doesn't prefer Chinese (acutally, any Asian except Hibachi Japanese) in general and the place we went to (Flat Top Grill) does indeed have an Asian ring to it. Hohohohoho.... I think the place is decent, but don't think either King Snort or MyEvilInsideYou will be going again. Oh well, let me grab Konphused next time.
We also had Ben & Jerry afterwards. Much to my dismay, it looks like they really discontinued my favorite favor - Bovinity Divinity. Seriously, B&J really needs to bring that favor back. (Wait, Google is failing me - I need to find the official description...Ok, got it) I mean, who doesn't like "Milk chocolate ice cream & white chocolate cows swirled with white chocolate ice cream & dark fudge cows"
Then we burn off the calories by sitting around a table at Karthik's place and play board games... kakakakaka... Played a new game called "Bang!" which is quite fun, especially in the last game where MyEvilInsideYou and I kinda team up to kill off King Snort. Oh and that's after our "jail card attack" on Karthik. Hohohoho....
Pizza for dinner and the day's wrapped up by going to the IMAX theater for Superman. The movie is okay, just isn't worth the $11.50 IMAX price tag. Besides, I really don't see/feel the 3D effects. A $6.25 tag (or at most a $8.75 for after 5:30p shows) would sounds more reasonable.
Oh well, it's another day~
No wonder I saw so many signs in Chinese
I saw this video earlier on the internet.
Nice concept, cool stunts. But in the scene where the kids are running in the streets, there was only a single ad in Japanese and the rest are in Chinese. I thought that was strange but figure maybe the scene in shot in area heavily populated by Chinese in Japan.
However, today, I found out I was wrong and that the ad was actually shot in HK. Here's the documentary:
Very interesting in my opinion. The lady yelling instructions was funny: "Don't look back, don't look back" & "Don't laugh, Don't laugh, Don't laugh...."
Nice concept, cool stunts. But in the scene where the kids are running in the streets, there was only a single ad in Japanese and the rest are in Chinese. I thought that was strange but figure maybe the scene in shot in area heavily populated by Chinese in Japan.
However, today, I found out I was wrong and that the ad was actually shot in HK. Here's the documentary:
Very interesting in my opinion. The lady yelling instructions was funny: "Don't look back, don't look back" & "Don't laugh, Don't laugh, Don't laugh...."
Jul 23, 2006
It's Just Not Happening Soon Enough
The Business Journal reports that IKEA is looking for site in the Milwaukee area that could be developed for the next couple year. Um...could you please speed up on that? I mean if my company can speed up the construction of our new auditorium by spending a few millions (30M actually from what I heard), I am sure you can afford the little extra expense as well, right? *wink wink*
It still sucks that Madison won't be getting one ourselves, but hopefully when they build one in Milwaukee, the shipping cost will be a lot cheaper than from Schaumberg. Hohohoho.....
It still sucks that Madison won't be getting one ourselves, but hopefully when they build one in Milwaukee, the shipping cost will be a lot cheaper than from Schaumberg. Hohohoho.....
Jul 22, 2006
Chicago trip in the brewing...
Just because I need my haircut...Hahahaha! Let see if I can manage to grab DNA to come up from Indy~~~
The company picnic was today. The weather is rather nice I have to say - at least for the duration of the picnic. It's been cloudy with random showers throughout the week, and I wasn't even planning to go if the weather is not decent. I remembered last year's picnic was horrible - it's rain quite heavily and there weren't enough tents. So I was pretty wet by the time the picnic finished up. But this morning/early afternoon we have some nice sunshine, so everything works out great.
KingSnort called around evening time saying they were going over to Jamie's place. I passed since I was just "waking" up from my afternoon after-the-picnic nap (actually went back to sleep after the call...Mwahahahaha...)
The company picnic was today. The weather is rather nice I have to say - at least for the duration of the picnic. It's been cloudy with random showers throughout the week, and I wasn't even planning to go if the weather is not decent. I remembered last year's picnic was horrible - it's rain quite heavily and there weren't enough tents. So I was pretty wet by the time the picnic finished up. But this morning/early afternoon we have some nice sunshine, so everything works out great.
KingSnort called around evening time saying they were going over to Jamie's place. I passed since I was just "waking" up from my afternoon after-the-picnic nap (actually went back to sleep after the call...Mwahahahaha...)
Jul 15, 2006
Almost, almost..
Another post on the computer/TV situation, aren't you bored with reading this yet? Mwahahaha...
Anyway, I did a search on Google tonight on New Bravia Fall. It looks like that there will indeed be a new Bravia line coming out this September (SonyStyle already has them listed). The sad news is that the 32" won't support 1080p (resolution only goes up to 1366x768). Therefore if I want to get a TV for the next-gen DVD or PS3, I'll have to go for the 40". Now the sadder part is that KDL40XBR2 carries a pricy tag of $4000 while KDL40XBR3 is another $300 more. Both of them is pretty much out of my purchasing power at the moment (unless I skipped my trip back home this December which I don't see that happening - which also makes me realize that my trip back home really is pricy. :P Or perphaps my brother will find a great job with a huge sign on bonus and decide to pay me back the money I lend him for his car...Um...that'll be enough to get 2 Bravias)
Allow me one last pic before I put this TV talk in the closet:
So the next decision is whether to get the 24" LCD monitor or not.
Anyway, I did a search on Google tonight on New Bravia Fall. It looks like that there will indeed be a new Bravia line coming out this September (SonyStyle already has them listed). The sad news is that the 32" won't support 1080p (resolution only goes up to 1366x768). Therefore if I want to get a TV for the next-gen DVD or PS3, I'll have to go for the 40". Now the sadder part is that KDL40XBR2 carries a pricy tag of $4000 while KDL40XBR3 is another $300 more. Both of them is pretty much out of my purchasing power at the moment (unless I skipped my trip back home this December which I don't see that happening - which also makes me realize that my trip back home really is pricy. :P Or perphaps my brother will find a great job with a huge sign on bonus and decide to pay me back the money I lend him for his car...Um...that'll be enough to get 2 Bravias)
Allow me one last pic before I put this TV talk in the closet:
So the next decision is whether to get the 24" LCD monitor or not.
Jul 9, 2006
2 weeks? 3 weeks? Still no computer at home...
I have no idea why it's taking so long for me to buy a new computer this time. But yeah, I am still going back to the office to go online these days. On the other hand, i think I am close to conceding that Dell probably won't have any promotion soon on their XPS systems and I will eventually have to make some changes to my plans.
Since there's no discount from Dell, I am going to scale back on the monitor and get a 20" wide-screen instead. And for my upcoming gaming need (Wii~~~~~~), I probably will go for my Sony Bravia.The price has dropped quite a bit since the last time i checked so it's not too unrealistic now. Regardless it's still a Sony so it carries a $1999 price tag with it. Just found out that a new XBR line is coming out this fall. Man, another unknown variable in the equation. I guess more wait and see on the TV situation.
The other question is the timing. I don't think I can fork out the 2K this year since I am planning to go back to HK this December. That means the next chance for me to get the TV will probably be when I can my tax refund. So what should I do for the time between this Fall and next spring? Um...
Since there's no discount from Dell, I am going to scale back on the monitor and get a 20" wide-screen instead. And for my upcoming gaming need (Wii~~~~~~), I probably will go for my Sony Bravia.
The other question is the timing. I don't think I can fork out the 2K this year since I am planning to go back to HK this December. That means the next chance for me to get the TV will probably be when I can my tax refund. So what should I do for the time between this Fall and next spring? Um...
Jun 17, 2006
Screen Name, User Name.....whatever
Still haven't registered at Nintendo.com yet after I got my Lite - main reason being that I can't figure out a good screen/user name to use. Since I intended to use the same user name for both my DSL and Wii, it requires some more thought.
I guess I can use the correct spelling of my current internet nick (Uarzen > Urazen); but i think i'll still be a bit difficult to pronounce. Even I sometimes have trouble pronouncing it (normally i just use the Japanese kana sound instead). By the way, in case anyone wonders who the hell is Urazen - you can find the answer in a Japanese comic called Five Stars Stories. Urazen is Mirage Knight, Orange Left #12. Along this line, the character I think might die soon (it already survived one massacre). When that happen, I'll probably switch everything...
So where was I...oh right, nick name for Nintendo.com. Another option I have right now is my icq screen name, La Croix De Sang (The Cross of Blood in English - also from the fabulous comic Five Star Stories. It's the symbol of the F.E.M.C). However, I don't know how much better that is.
It really is tough finding the right nick to use. :P
I guess I can use the correct spelling of my current internet nick (Uarzen > Urazen); but i think i'll still be a bit difficult to pronounce. Even I sometimes have trouble pronouncing it (normally i just use the Japanese kana sound instead). By the way, in case anyone wonders who the hell is Urazen - you can find the answer in a Japanese comic called Five Stars Stories. Urazen is Mirage Knight, Orange Left #12. Along this line, the character I think might die soon (it already survived one massacre). When that happen, I'll probably switch everything...
So where was I...oh right, nick name for Nintendo.com. Another option I have right now is my icq screen name, La Croix De Sang (The Cross of Blood in English - also from the fabulous comic Five Star Stories. It's the symbol of the F.E.M.C). However, I don't know how much better that is.
It really is tough finding the right nick to use. :P
Current Status: Offline
My computer at home is dead - the hard-drive is making funny noise when I try to boot up the computer, can't even get to anything. So goodbye eMachine, together with my 30G of MP3s, 15G of videos and tons of pictures that I took over the past two years... *Sigh*
Probably won't get one soon - deadline's coming up so I think I might have to work late for the next couple weeks. I'll probably just go online at work. So in case you need to contact me, e-mail/phone is the best bet.
Now the next question is what should I get as the replacement? I had my eyes on getting a Dell earlier, just because there was this 40% off coupon and I could get a pretty large LCD with it. Or should I get a MacBook? Decision, decision...
Probably won't get one soon - deadline's coming up so I think I might have to work late for the next couple weeks. I'll probably just go online at work. So in case you need to contact me, e-mail/phone is the best bet.
Now the next question is what should I get as the replacement? I had my eyes on getting a Dell earlier, just because there was this 40% off coupon and I could get a pretty large LCD with it. Or should I get a MacBook? Decision, decision...
Jun 11, 2006
Can you see the light...
or rather - Lite?
***lighting's bad; but will have to do for the time being***
The wait is finally over - and I now welcome the newest member in my electronics family - the Nintendo DS Lite - Not to be confused with the DS Thick/DS Phat (I picked up this funny name on the internet somewhere...kakaka). It's a semi-surprised birthday gift from my brother, but nonetheless a pleasant surprise because I can now diverge all my DS fund into DS Game fund. Hohohohoho~
Another surprise was that I got the console on Friday afternoon (took a break to go back home to check the UPS delivery), which is 2 days ahead of the official release date (Jun 11th). Though Nintendo probably wouldn't be very happy about Buy.com's speedy delivery, I can't really complaint. One guy in Target even asked me whether I imported the unit or not.
The games I bought so far are: New Super Mario Brothers, Bomberman (it's only 14.99 at Best Buy - can't pass it up) and Magnetica. Hopefully these will last me till the several RPGs that will be coming out later this year (Final Fantasy III, Zelda: Phantom Hourglass and Child of Mana. FF's Crystal Chronicles franchise should also have a game coming out for the DS as well, but i don't remember seeing a release date announced at E3). King Snort bought Brain Age - the hottest game in town. The game definitely looked interesting, and it's not too expensive either. I might pick it up, or it sequel (Big Brain Academy) later.
Several other friends from work already tried out the DS Lite - I'll see if I can get them to get the own....***evil grin*** And of course, I wouldn't say no if Nintendo offers to pay me commission.....Muahahahaha...
Next target - Wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii
***Darn it! Just realized that the Wii-mote is still the old version - need to find a more recent pic***
***lighting's bad; but will have to do for the time being***
The wait is finally over - and I now welcome the newest member in my electronics family - the Nintendo DS Lite - Not to be confused with the DS Thick/DS Phat (I picked up this funny name on the internet somewhere...kakaka). It's a semi-surprised birthday gift from my brother, but nonetheless a pleasant surprise because I can now diverge all my DS fund into DS Game fund. Hohohohoho~
Another surprise was that I got the console on Friday afternoon (took a break to go back home to check the UPS delivery), which is 2 days ahead of the official release date (Jun 11th). Though Nintendo probably wouldn't be very happy about Buy.com's speedy delivery, I can't really complaint. One guy in Target even asked me whether I imported the unit or not.
The games I bought so far are: New Super Mario Brothers, Bomberman (it's only 14.99 at Best Buy - can't pass it up) and Magnetica. Hopefully these will last me till the several RPGs that will be coming out later this year (Final Fantasy III, Zelda: Phantom Hourglass and Child of Mana. FF's Crystal Chronicles franchise should also have a game coming out for the DS as well, but i don't remember seeing a release date announced at E3). King Snort bought Brain Age - the hottest game in town. The game definitely looked interesting, and it's not too expensive either. I might pick it up, or it sequel (Big Brain Academy) later.
Several other friends from work already tried out the DS Lite - I'll see if I can get them to get the own....***evil grin*** And of course, I wouldn't say no if Nintendo offers to pay me commission.....Muahahahaha...
Next target - Wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii
***Darn it! Just realized that the Wii-mote is still the old version - need to find a more recent pic***
Jun 5, 2006
Another Week
Till my next toy...
I tried it out at Wal-Mart yesterday. They have already replaced the DS demo unit with the new DS Lite, but no one seems to notice. It's pretty sweet and sexy looking - way better than the bulky DS. Though I haven't quite figure out what game(s) to get together with the DS Lite yet. If only FF III, Fire Emblem or Zelda is available, that will be the dream match. Unfortunately neither of them is out yet.
At this point, I will probably get the New Super Mario Bros. Probably need to import a few games as well - Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan (There will be a US adaptation but i think JPop suits me better) and Puzzle Bobble (the Bust-a-Move that's available in the US has a different game play that I don't know if I will like or not - how sad). *** Looks like I need to mobilize some of my network in HK... Hohoho...
I tried it out at Wal-Mart yesterday. They have already replaced the DS demo unit with the new DS Lite, but no one seems to notice. It's pretty sweet and sexy looking - way better than the bulky DS. Though I haven't quite figure out what game(s) to get together with the DS Lite yet. If only FF III, Fire Emblem or Zelda is available, that will be the dream match. Unfortunately neither of them is out yet.
At this point, I will probably get the New Super Mario Bros. Probably need to import a few games as well - Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan (There will be a US adaptation but i think JPop suits me better) and Puzzle Bobble (the Bust-a-Move that's available in the US has a different game play that I don't know if I will like or not - how sad). *** Looks like I need to mobilize some of my network in HK... Hohoho...
So much for the early sleep plan
Do not try searching other people's blog half-an-hour before you planned to go to bed...Bad idea...
On the flip side, I added another 8 blogs tonight to my People @ XXXX group in my FireFox bookmark (you all know where I work - just in case there are others out there as crazy as I am and do a Blogger search (19 pages)...hahaha). A whopping 62% increase, that should qualify me for the company cyber-stalker - Muahahahaha...
Many of those that I added are new hires starting tomorrow - one even mentioned his salary. (Um...now I have something to base on when I talk about my salary situation with my new TL next year). I was somewhat tempted to leave them a comment/message to see if I can freak them out.
Speaking of TL - Konphused and King Snort both are now TLs, Congratulations!
I thought I have more things to say, but nothing is coming up now. Oh well, at least I updated my blog at a more frequent interval than somebody.
On the flip side, I added another 8 blogs tonight to my People @ XXXX group in my FireFox bookmark (you all know where I work - just in case there are others out there as crazy as I am and do a Blogger search (19 pages)...hahaha). A whopping 62% increase, that should qualify me for the company cyber-stalker - Muahahahaha...
Many of those that I added are new hires starting tomorrow - one even mentioned his salary. (Um...now I have something to base on when I talk about my salary situation with my new TL next year). I was somewhat tempted to leave them a comment/message to see if I can freak them out.
Speaking of TL - Konphused and King Snort both are now TLs, Congratulations!
I thought I have more things to say, but nothing is coming up now. Oh well, at least I updated my blog at a more frequent interval than somebody.
May 29, 2006
May 14, 2006
Week Disrupted
by a trade show in LA named E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo)
I've been following E3 very closely this year - probably because I have my eyes on the next-gen console from Nintendo. Though nothing super surprising (at least to me) from the Big-N during this week, I was "Wii-lly" (*giggles*) satisfy with the stuff they showed. Not to mention that I am sold to their new controller (Wii-mote - *another giggle*). It looked quite fun playing with that it from all the promo videos and videos taken by others at E3.
They didn't announce a launch day, or the price, at E3 - only mentioned that it'll be 4Q this year. That bothers me a bit. I doubt it'll go on sale in November as Sony has officially announced that the PS3 will be on sale Nov 18th in the States. If the launch day is in December, that'll clash with my vacation and should I get it before/during/after my trip back home then? I was tempted with the idea of bringing the Wii with me back home and see if I can get my parent playing - testing Big-N's non-gamer theory. Hopefully more news from Nintendo soon.
Getting a Wii probably will means that I'll have to furnish up my place - finally! On the other hand, maybe i just get a nice 24" monitor and play my Wii using that. Either way probably cost about the same ($800 for the Dell 24" LCD). Hard core gamer might complaint the lack of HD support with the Wii, but that works out pretty well for me since so I don't really have to get my Bravia (which has a whopping $2699 price tag). Regardless of whether it'll bring a revolution to the gaming world, it'll definitely revolutionize my home space.
By the way, why do people sound surprised when I mentioned that I follow E3? Um...
I've been following E3 very closely this year - probably because I have my eyes on the next-gen console from Nintendo. Though nothing super surprising (at least to me) from the Big-N during this week, I was "Wii-lly" (*giggles*) satisfy with the stuff they showed. Not to mention that I am sold to their new controller (Wii-mote - *another giggle*). It looked quite fun playing with that it from all the promo videos and videos taken by others at E3.
They didn't announce a launch day, or the price, at E3 - only mentioned that it'll be 4Q this year. That bothers me a bit. I doubt it'll go on sale in November as Sony has officially announced that the PS3 will be on sale Nov 18th in the States. If the launch day is in December, that'll clash with my vacation and should I get it before/during/after my trip back home then? I was tempted with the idea of bringing the Wii with me back home and see if I can get my parent playing - testing Big-N's non-gamer theory. Hopefully more news from Nintendo soon.
Getting a Wii probably will means that I'll have to furnish up my place - finally! On the other hand, maybe i just get a nice 24" monitor and play my Wii using that. Either way probably cost about the same ($800 for the Dell 24" LCD). Hard core gamer might complaint the lack of HD support with the Wii, but that works out pretty well for me since so I don't really have to get my Bravia (which has a whopping $2699 price tag). Regardless of whether it'll bring a revolution to the gaming world, it'll definitely revolutionize my home space.
By the way, why do people sound surprised when I mentioned that I follow E3? Um...
Apr 30, 2006
Aloe, Yoyo and Chocolate Gold Coins
Need to figure out what to do with an Aloe!
Anyway, last Friday was the annual anniversity dinner. As Herman would say, one really can't say no to free dinner. The food was better than last year - at least the menu was different this time. The last menu we had, I think we had that for several occasions last year and maybe the year before (can't really remember). So it's good to have something new. Unfortunately, the same wasn't true for dessert. Last year they had a marvelous pudding thingy that was delicious. Not this year - we had an okay mousse cake . I guess one can't have everything perfect.
Judy spoke during the dinner - really can't remember when was the last time she spoke to the whole company. Our monthly meeting became bi-monthly ever since we out-grew the Westgate theater. And they've unexpectedly cancelled the Feburary one as well. So it really has been a while.
Entertainment is much better as well - really liked the fake news. Simply put - it was hilarious. (note to self: Gotto remember to tell Rick that).
The gift this year were an Aloe plant, a Yo-yo and 3 chocolate coins, which was pretty clever because the Aloe represents "Do Good" (I guess we are supposed to plant it...but where the heck am I going to plant it!?!? Perhaps I'll bring it back to work tomorrow to see if anyone wants it) The Yo-yo is for "Have Fun" and the chocolate coins - "Make money". All three combined will be the company's mission statement: "Do Good, Have Fun, Make Money". =)
Anyway, last Friday was the annual anniversity dinner. As Herman would say, one really can't say no to free dinner. The food was better than last year - at least the menu was different this time. The last menu we had, I think we had that for several occasions last year and maybe the year before (can't really remember). So it's good to have something new. Unfortunately, the same wasn't true for dessert. Last year they had a marvelous pudding thingy that was delicious. Not this year - we had an okay mousse cake . I guess one can't have everything perfect.
Judy spoke during the dinner - really can't remember when was the last time she spoke to the whole company. Our monthly meeting became bi-monthly ever since we out-grew the Westgate theater. And they've unexpectedly cancelled the Feburary one as well. So it really has been a while.
Entertainment is much better as well - really liked the fake news. Simply put - it was hilarious. (note to self: Gotto remember to tell Rick that).
The gift this year were an Aloe plant, a Yo-yo and 3 chocolate coins, which was pretty clever because the Aloe represents "Do Good" (I guess we are supposed to plant it...but where the heck am I going to plant it!?!? Perhaps I'll bring it back to work tomorrow to see if anyone wants it) The Yo-yo is for "Have Fun" and the chocolate coins - "Make money". All three combined will be the company's mission statement: "Do Good, Have Fun, Make Money". =)
Apr 25, 2006
Brace Yourself
Many people know that I am a Sony fan-boy. However, have I mention that something managed to knock Sony VAIO off the top of my list of must-buy-if-I-have-the-cash gadgets? (Well, though it's not really off the list, but at least a few spot lower...)
Oh...by the way, I remember to post about this just because I can't post comment to my friend's blog without registering. I can officially add Multiply to the list of sites that I hate (kakaka).
The current gadget that I am drooling over...
Oh...by the way, I remember to post about this just because I can't post comment to my friend's blog without registering. I can officially add Multiply to the list of sites that I hate (kakaka).
The current gadget that I am drooling over...
Is it May yet...
Totally broke x1000000000~
Not in a good mood tonight - I think I'll hit the bed early (um... Let see if this actually works for once). Too bad King Snort ask my dinner plan at around 5:30pm, otherwise, I could soooooooooo use a full course meal to indulge myself tonight~
P.S. I saw a Medium-sized "I can only please one person per day shirt" at Target over the weekend, let's just hope that they won't sold out... *finger crossed*
Not in a good mood tonight - I think I'll hit the bed early (um... Let see if this actually works for once). Too bad King Snort ask my dinner plan at around 5:30pm, otherwise, I could soooooooooo use a full course meal to indulge myself tonight~
P.S. I saw a Medium-sized "I can only please one person per day shirt" at Target over the weekend, let's just hope that they won't sold out... *finger crossed*
I Guess It's Convenient for Them
But definitely not for me:
UPS CUSTOMER CENTER
STAFFED LOCATION
8350 MURPHY DR
MIDDLETON, WI 53562
800-742-5877
Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri: 10:00am-12:30pm, 4:00pm-6:00pm;
Sat, Sun: Closed
Unlike the post-office, which I also need to go, I can't even go to pick up my package early before I go to work.
I guess someone can finally have Mexican for lunch tomorrow~~~
UPS CUSTOMER CENTER
STAFFED LOCATION
8350 MURPHY DR
MIDDLETON, WI 53562
800-742-5877
Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri: 10:00am-12:30pm, 4:00pm-6:00pm;
Sat, Sun: Closed
Unlike the post-office, which I also need to go, I can't even go to pick up my package early before I go to work.
I guess someone can finally have Mexican for lunch tomorrow~~~
Apr 16, 2006
Shopping time....well, almost...
This month I am broke so have to wait till next month (only 15 days till pay day!) And since I won't be back to HK this summer, I'll have to settle for getting my summer clothes here in the States - which pretty much will fall back to jeans and tees only. One can seldom go wrong with this combo. Though I have to say that sometimes it's rather difficult to find the right cutting and size. "S" is definitely not the most popular size here. :P
It's also unfortuate that Bauhaus' internet store isn't ready yet, otherwise I might pick up something from there as well. I start liking the brand since the last time I went back to HK. The style/cutting is quite unique so I don't have to worry about seeing other wearing the same outfit. :)
I also noticed that I am more willing to spend money on clothes while I was in HK. Is it because of the currency (USD $1 roughly equals HKD $7.7 for those who don't know the exchange rate)? Maybe somehow I convinced myself that it's okay to buy more expensive stuff while on vacation? No problem forking over HKD $300 for a shirt in HK; but paying USD $40, I'll probably pass.
Oh, another thing to mention is that Banana Republic has relinquished its top spot on my list (now that spot remains open). I used to like this brand a lot, but lately (well, for the past couple seasons), I just couldn't find any I really like.
P.S. Looking for sleeveless hoodie online... if you see one, let me know...
It's also unfortuate that Bauhaus' internet store isn't ready yet, otherwise I might pick up something from there as well. I start liking the brand since the last time I went back to HK. The style/cutting is quite unique so I don't have to worry about seeing other wearing the same outfit. :)
I also noticed that I am more willing to spend money on clothes while I was in HK. Is it because of the currency (USD $1 roughly equals HKD $7.7 for those who don't know the exchange rate)? Maybe somehow I convinced myself that it's okay to buy more expensive stuff while on vacation? No problem forking over HKD $300 for a shirt in HK; but paying USD $40, I'll probably pass.
Oh, another thing to mention is that Banana Republic has relinquished its top spot on my list (now that spot remains open). I used to like this brand a lot, but lately (well, for the past couple seasons), I just couldn't find any I really like.
P.S. Looking for sleeveless hoodie online... if you see one, let me know...
A Rainy Easter Sunday
...which makes it a perfect day to sleep in. Actually I was only awake for 5 or 6 hours so far today. Temperature-wise, it's getting a lot warmer recently - finally start to feel like spring/summer.
Apr 10, 2006
I Need Ideas!
Just realize that I need to send back a reply to one of my co-worker's wedding invition. I don't think I'll be going to the ceremony/banquet - just because I probably don't know anyone there (i think there'll be some i know/recognize from work, but not close enough that I can "hang out" with during the whole thing). However, I do intend to get them a gift - so if you have any ideas, drop a comment here or IM me. =)
First Holiday Coming Up
Since New Year's Day fell on a Sunday this year (one extra day added to my vacation days, so no complaint), this coming Friday will be my first day off this year. Technically speaking, it's not a "day-off" since we only have 1/2 day for Good Friday. Regardless, that's better than nothing.
Still no plan for the "extended" weekend yet. I thought about going down to Chicago to get a haircut. However, Vicky's busy with company convention stuff and Eric needs to work & couldn't drive up. So I don't know if there's anything to do. :p
Belinda mentioned that there is a soccer tournament in Lafayette this coming weekend, but driving all the way to Purdue seems a bit far (~4.5 hrs) - not to mention that I am kinda broke right now (as usual).
Bummer~ let see if anything comes up over the next couple days~
Still no plan for the "extended" weekend yet. I thought about going down to Chicago to get a haircut. However, Vicky's busy with company convention stuff and Eric needs to work & couldn't drive up. So I don't know if there's anything to do. :p
Belinda mentioned that there is a soccer tournament in Lafayette this coming weekend, but driving all the way to Purdue seems a bit far (~4.5 hrs) - not to mention that I am kinda broke right now (as usual).
Bummer~ let see if anything comes up over the next couple days~
Misc. Updates Part I
It's been a while (again) since my last update - so let me just put up some random things in here.
Things once again start to pick up at work and pretty much can only get busier till the end of June...oh the joy~
Four of the six buildings in the new campus is now occupied - include the 1st and 2nd floor of the building that my team's in. That cuts down my hike from the parking garage to my office dramatically - if I can find a parking space close to the elevator that it. It finally started looking like a "corporate headquarter" now. Unfortunately, the inner court is still pretty barren (though "Lake Epic" is always a sight!) at the moment, since there are still constructions going on with Building 3 (Commons building) and Building 5. It'll be nice to see what whole thing looks like once the construction/landscaping is done.
Just for fun, I grab King Snort a few weeks ago to take some pictures of the arts they "moved" from our old campus. I have to admit some of them are quite funny. Here are a few of them:
Got a couple more, probably should get a Flickr, but simply too lazy to do so... :P
Things once again start to pick up at work and pretty much can only get busier till the end of June...oh the joy~
Four of the six buildings in the new campus is now occupied - include the 1st and 2nd floor of the building that my team's in. That cuts down my hike from the parking garage to my office dramatically - if I can find a parking space close to the elevator that it. It finally started looking like a "corporate headquarter" now. Unfortunately, the inner court is still pretty barren (though "Lake Epic" is always a sight!) at the moment, since there are still constructions going on with Building 3 (Commons building) and Building 5. It'll be nice to see what whole thing looks like once the construction/landscaping is done.
Just for fun, I grab King Snort a few weeks ago to take some pictures of the arts they "moved" from our old campus. I have to admit some of them are quite funny. Here are a few of them:
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Mar 11, 2006
Discover is getting inpatient
Heeheehee...
Got this in my mail today from Discover:
To be honest, I really can't remember when was the last time I used my Discover Card. With an APR of approximately 25%, you can't really blame me for not using it. Besides, I never bother with activating the new card they sent me so the current one I have is not usable.
Maybe some time in the future, I will once again charge things to my Discover account. Unfortunate, now is not the time. Hohohohoho~
Got this in my mail today from Discover:
It has come to our attention that you have not made any recent purchases with your Discover Card. Use you Discover Card and receive a 0.0% promotional APR on every new purchase you make between 3/1/06-8/25/06.which is kinda weird because normally when I get somthing from the credit card companies (except their monthly statements), it's usually, "...your APR has been increased by X%..." So this notice was quite a surprise to me.
To be honest, I really can't remember when was the last time I used my Discover Card. With an APR of approximately 25%, you can't really blame me for not using it. Besides, I never bother with activating the new card they sent me so the current one I have is not usable.
Maybe some time in the future, I will once again charge things to my Discover account. Unfortunate, now is not the time. Hohohohoho~
Feb 26, 2006
Next Toy
*** Updated ***
The SZ models are out of stock at SonyStyle.com... @@"
vs 
The SZ models are out of stock at SonyStyle.com... @@"
vs Time to think about my next toy, and I am debating whether I should get a TV or a laptop. I've even picked out the model that i really like. Both are from Sony (not a big surprise since I'm a big Sony fan) and either one of them will cost me an arm and leg.
If I am getting a TV, I'd probably wait till the end of this year or maybe early next year to get it. The reason being that I need a TV to play Nintendo's next generation console (CodeName: Revolution). Unfortunately, since Revolution doesn't support HD, I really can't justify getting this $2699 TV except for the fact that I can brag about owning one of Sony's best line.
On the other hand, I can't really think of a reason to get a notebook either - except that the idea of going into a Cafe with WiFi and being able to surf the net/blog always intrigue me. Of course I don't need the newest Sony to do so, but hey, it looks trendy with a Sony VAIO.
The other good thing about getting the laptop instead of the TV is that I can use my company's loan program (24-month no interest loan) to pay for it. If i am going for the TV, i kinda need to wait after my trip back home and assess the damage - meaning i might not have the cash.
Oh well, at this point, I am fairly sure that something Sony's coming my way! Just don't know what yet.
If I am getting a TV, I'd probably wait till the end of this year or maybe early next year to get it. The reason being that I need a TV to play Nintendo's next generation console (CodeName: Revolution). Unfortunately, since Revolution doesn't support HD, I really can't justify getting this $2699 TV except for the fact that I can brag about owning one of Sony's best line.
On the other hand, I can't really think of a reason to get a notebook either - except that the idea of going into a Cafe with WiFi and being able to surf the net/blog always intrigue me. Of course I don't need the newest Sony to do so, but hey, it looks trendy with a Sony VAIO.
The other good thing about getting the laptop instead of the TV is that I can use my company's loan program (24-month no interest loan) to pay for it. If i am going for the TV, i kinda need to wait after my trip back home and assess the damage - meaning i might not have the cash.
Oh well, at this point, I am fairly sure that something Sony's coming my way! Just don't know what yet.
P.S. Originally I also planned for an iPod and a new DC. Darn the IRS.
Feb 19, 2006
Rant about Xanga and MSN Messenger
I never liked Xanga - and don't think I will grow to like it as well. It is very frustrating when you want to leave comments on a blog that's hosted by Xanga - mainly because they required you to sign-in to Xange first. I only want to leave a message on my friends' blog, and pretty much that's all I want to do with Xanga. Another thing that I don't like about Xanga blog is that they don't have RSS/Atom feeds. For all the other blogs that i frequently visit, I subscribe to their RSS/Atom feed so that I don't have to manually visit their site just to find out that nothing has been updated since I last visited. I can't believe that Xanga doesn't support this! Maybe they do and it's just my friend who hasn't turn on this feature. For those who use Xanga blog, please let me know - i am really curious.
* Speaking of RSS, I am going to try my luck again soon in convincing Sales that RSS is a good feature in our product - we'll see how that turns out *
On to MSN.
For those who still IM me, you'd know that my default IM is still ICQ (btw, ICQ has a new IM call ComPad, but currently only available for registration if you do not live on this planet - I mean, they block registrations from: Israel, Vatican, Italy, Germany, Russia, Hong Kong, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Norway, Turkey, Sweden, UK, Netherlands, Austria, Australia, Belgium and Denmark).
Where were I? Oh, MSN. Today I took the brave step in installing MSN Messenger 7.5. The UI has too many stuff that I will never use so I found it cluttering. Tabs? Don't use them. The toolbar below my e-mail & message? Don't think I'll be using them eitehr. I like ICQ because it gets the job done. I am not interested in all the ten billion funtions that'e embedded in the application. I just want a UI that would allow me to do simple IM with my friends. Plus the fact that it has ads at the bottom of the app - there probably is some hack out there in the WWW that remove the ads. I believe I hacked my ICQ to remove its ads too - makes it not very appealing to me at the moment. However, if you'd like try IM me via MSN, it's uarzen@yahoo.com.
This concludes my rant of the day.
* Speaking of RSS, I am going to try my luck again soon in convincing Sales that RSS is a good feature in our product - we'll see how that turns out *
On to MSN.
For those who still IM me, you'd know that my default IM is still ICQ (btw, ICQ has a new IM call ComPad, but currently only available for registration if you do not live on this planet - I mean, they block registrations from: Israel, Vatican, Italy, Germany, Russia, Hong Kong, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Norway, Turkey, Sweden, UK, Netherlands, Austria, Australia, Belgium and Denmark).
Where were I? Oh, MSN. Today I took the brave step in installing MSN Messenger 7.5. The UI has too many stuff that I will never use so I found it cluttering. Tabs? Don't use them. The toolbar below my e-mail & message? Don't think I'll be using them eitehr. I like ICQ because it gets the job done. I am not interested in all the ten billion funtions that'e embedded in the application. I just want a UI that would allow me to do simple IM with my friends. Plus the fact that it has ads at the bottom of the app - there probably is some hack out there in the WWW that remove the ads. I believe I hacked my ICQ to remove its ads too - makes it not very appealing to me at the moment. However, if you'd like try IM me via MSN, it's uarzen@yahoo.com.
This concludes my rant of the day.
Feb 18, 2006
Memories
Tonight outside Woodman's (a supermarket in town for those of you not in Madison), I saw 4 guys, which I believe are UW students by just the way they looked, loading their groceries into their car. I think they already filled two of their three carts, but the whole trunk is packed - AND they still have one more carts to go! I didn't stay to see what they end up doing with their last cart (since the temperature's sub-zero), but I presume that they'll have to hold on to those in the front.
This scene reminds me of how my friends and I did grocery during our Sophomore year at Purdue. It was our first apartment - located conveniently next to the campus (across from the University parking garage). However, the biggest problem was that none of us had a car at that time.
Hence, doing grocery was a "big deal" for us. We normally would do it every other Friday evening. First calling a cab to "China Garden" for dinner. Our other choice would have been KFC or Taco Bell. Since I was part of the group, you pretty much can be sure that no one is getting Taco Bell.
Afterward, we casually walk to the Wal-Mart/Marsh on the other side of the "street" - a 4-lane State Road 26 main artery in the town of Lafayette) - and began our shopping fun. When we are done, we would call a cab again to get back. Since there was four/five of us each time, i remember each time we would pack - wait, i think a better word is "stuff" - the trunk of the cab. (Of course, Eric and I consuming a case of soda every 2 or 3 days probably didn't help much to the situation). Loading/Unloading was always fun since we can't really walk back into the store and return the stuff just because "We can't fit them in the cabbie's truck".
The whole adventure would normally take us all Friday evening - so when others are out partying on Friday nite, we are busy trying to figure out whether we should stuff the meat into the trunk first or holding the cases of soda with us in the front.
P.S. Situation improved a bit in the 2nd semester when Peter brought his "dependable" car from home. More story on that later~
This scene reminds me of how my friends and I did grocery during our Sophomore year at Purdue. It was our first apartment - located conveniently next to the campus (across from the University parking garage). However, the biggest problem was that none of us had a car at that time.
Hence, doing grocery was a "big deal" for us. We normally would do it every other Friday evening. First calling a cab to "China Garden" for dinner. Our other choice would have been KFC or Taco Bell. Since I was part of the group, you pretty much can be sure that no one is getting Taco Bell.
Afterward, we casually walk to the Wal-Mart/Marsh on the other side of the "street" - a 4-lane State Road 26 main artery in the town of Lafayette) - and began our shopping fun. When we are done, we would call a cab again to get back. Since there was four/five of us each time, i remember each time we would pack - wait, i think a better word is "stuff" - the trunk of the cab. (Of course, Eric and I consuming a case of soda every 2 or 3 days probably didn't help much to the situation). Loading/Unloading was always fun since we can't really walk back into the store and return the stuff just because "We can't fit them in the cabbie's truck".
The whole adventure would normally take us all Friday evening - so when others are out partying on Friday nite, we are busy trying to figure out whether we should stuff the meat into the trunk first or holding the cases of soda with us in the front.
P.S. Situation improved a bit in the 2nd semester when Peter brought his "dependable" car from home. More story on that later~
Jan 29, 2006
Things have settled down
After an eventful January - I shall be very content with a quiet Feburary with nothing happening. Hopefully I will pick up my blogging mood by then. Oh well~
For those who doesn't know, today (1/29) is the Chinese New Year! So wishing all who read this post a prosperous year ahead. :)
For those who doesn't know, today (1/29) is the Chinese New Year! So wishing all who read this post a prosperous year ahead. :)
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