Review: Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon

Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon is one of the most awaited movies this year. Being big transformers buff, my hubby and I wouldn't miss it for the world! We were lucky to be able to watch it the other day! IN 3D! I know most of you out there have probably watched 3D movies so many times before. It was the first time for me and hubby and it was quite an experience.

But more than the 3D factor, Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon has a great story line. It's a story of deception, friendship, and survival. To those who haven't watched it, this is a spoiler. Sentinel whom Optimus Prime revived with the spark turned out to be a traitor. It seems that from the very start, Sentinel already made a deal with Megatron that someday they will bring back Cybertron and the two of them will rule. And the place they will use to recreate Cyberton in is Earth and will make the people as their slaves.

In order to spare Earth from the threat of destruction, the government sided with the Decepticons. Earth's government exiled the Autobots. But the space shuttle was shot down even before it even got out of the Earth's atmosphere. At this point, the question is, is there still hope for earth? Sam Witwicky (Shia Labeouf)  thinks so and even if there wasn't he was determined to save his new girlfriend Carly (Rosie Huntington-Whiteley) who was held captive by a Decepticon supporter Dylan (Patrick Dempsey a.k.a McDreamy in Grey's Anatomy).

So, off they went in the heart of Chicago where Sentinel and the Decepticons are setting up the pillars that will recreate Cybertron. When Sam, Epps and a bunch of other guys were nearing Chicago they were ambushed by Decepticon bots. When they though it was the end but then rescue came! The Autobots were still alive. Together they came up with a strategy to destroy the pillars and Megatron and Sentinel's army. This part of the movie was the most violent of all. It's like the entire city of Chicago was destroyed.

The highlight of the last part was the fight between Optimus Prime and Sentinel and Megatron. In the fight, Optimus lost one of his arms but he tore both Megaton and Sentinel apart! Victory was still theirs!

Transformers 3: is an awesome movie! So, if you haven't watched Transformers 3, better make a schedule now!

Here's the official trailer to whet your appetite!

Birthday Trip Treat

About two weeks ago, hubby and I went on a little weekend getaway. It was the weekend leading to my birthday so it served as an advance birthday celebration. Instead of just going to Legazpi, which is just an hour from our place, we chose to go a little bit farther to Naga City. Monday was a holiday then so we stayed there overnight.

Sunday dawned as a fine day, which was a good thing since we'll be roadtripping in the motorcycle. We stopped over at the Camsur Watersports Complex (CWC) in Pili. Surprise, surprise, there were lots of people there that time unlike when we were there in December. After a few minutes of picture taking we proceeded to Naga City. After resting a bit we went to SM for some window shopping, yup just window. We tried out the cinema there. The movies being shown during that time were Green Lantern, Super 8, and a Tagalog flick.Our first choice was Green Lantern but changed it to Super 8 instead. It was a good alien movie.

The next day we visited the old churches in the city like the Basilica. I forgot the names of the other catholic churches.

Anyway, it was a fun time. Thinking about it makes me want to go on a road trip again!

My 29th

It's been a while since I last wrote anything in here. But today, I just suddenly found myself here, wanting to write something...anything. This day is supposed to be a happy day for me but I don't feel happy. I just feel forlorn and  alone. I'm at a place where everything I dreamed of are not what they're supposed to be. It's that feeling of wanting to reach a place that seems so beautiful from afar only to find that it's not that beautiful on a closer inspection. It's the same way about people. Sometimes you think that you know a person too well only to find that you hardly knew them at all.

Today marks the 29th year of my life and I'm still learning a lot about people and life in general. I just hope that this year would be a great one for me despite the drawbacks in my life right now. Celebrate with me?

Ride to Ligñon Hill!

After a long. long time I was finally able to step on the peak of one of the popular tourist spots here in Albay. Care to take a guess which one? It's Ligñon Hill! Yesterday, Sunday February 6, 2011, marks my first time at Ligñon. Some of you might be thinking, "What? An Albayana who's never been to Ligñon?" Well it's true. I've always just looked up at it in the past, thinking to myself when will I be able to go see the top? Going up is not a difficult feat actually since you can hike or ride a motorcycle. I just couldn't find the time before.

Anyway, yesterday's trek was unplanned but good thing I had my camera with me. Honestly, I felt kinda queasy and scared as Ryann and I were going up in the motorcycle. I dare not look around and down! I was thinking, if the brakes become faulty on our way up we won't stand a chance. But good thing we made it up safe and sound.

It was very clean on top and I loved the breeze! You can really see the whole of Legazpi from there. And of course, a great view of Mayon Volcano. It was just too bad Mayon's peak was covered by clouds and we could only see the base.

Going there was fun and we were able to get some great pictures! I hope to go there again soon but I'd like to try walking to the top instead of riding!

Bits and Pieces of December 2010

2011 is here! New Year but does it really mean new beginnings? Well it really depends on how you want to start the year. Some people make New Year resolutions, but I don't. I made some in the past but was not able to follow through with them. So better not make them. I'll just have to do my best in what I do this year; as one song goes "No Promises."

Anyway, I'm not writing about the New Year. I just want to share with you my readers (if ever there are) how I spent my holidays.

First of all we were able to attend the Thanksgiving and Praise Program at the Naga View Adventist College. Though we went there kind of late already. We went Friday and the program already started on Wednesday. I say we because I was with my fiance Ryann. Also, the Muladbucad  bretheren were there ahead of us. It was very rainy!

We went there by motorcycle, so we had to stop once in a while to avoid getting thoroughly drenched. There were lots of people and tents all over the NVAC grounds. But then it wasn't as many as the family camp back in 2000. But it was still great nevertheless. Rye was able to see some of his very close friends and former classmates at NVAC.

And before we proceeded to NVAC on Friday, we made a quick detour to Camsur Watersports Complex in Pili. It was a very rainy day so we weren't able to see everything. We just stayed in the little kiosk by the water until the rain subsided somewhat.

These are some of the things I've been up to during the holidays.

Children's Day Out!

This time of the year is already time for parties and other get-togethers. We also had a bit of  party for the children from the church. Actually we only assisted, being the Children's Ministry leader, Mandy facilitated the whole thing. The children had fun, (I hope). Well, they sure had great time swimming even though the water was quite cold. We had some games like flour blowing, water relay relay, and others. The last part was the exchange gift and awarding. Here are some pics!

Bye-Bye Laptop Of Mine

It's so sad really because my constant companion for the almost 3 years has finally gave up on me. And before you start wondering who or rather what I'm I'm talking about, take a look at this picture.

Yes, it's my Acer 4520G laptop. It crashed two about two weeks ago. You can just imagine my chagrin when it wouldn't power on anymore. And to add insult to injury, I haven't submitted all my articles yet when that happened! I had to rewrite two of them! I was supposed to go somewhere that time but was not able to because   I had to retrieve what I can from my mail. Grrr you can just imagine my frustration and annoyance that time.

When I took it to the computer repair shop ( I won't mention which), the technician wouldn't give me a proper explanation. It was just "most likely its motherboard failure." Frustrating really. I wouldn't go there ever again.

Anyway, instead of shelling out money for repair I just bought a new desktop instead, which set me back financially (you should see my sad face right now). i already spent quite a lot when my laptop had a damaged processor and video card, so i'd rather just buy a desktop this time. At least I'm able to work properly again. I'll write about my new desktop next time! 'Til then!