Extra Chapter: Her name is Ritsu Kawai

This is Ritsu Kawai, the girl main character from Bokura wa minna Kawaisou. Why am I making a blog post about her? It's because I like her! Not only that, I kinda want to give a little bit of an idea about the girl I like.

Ritsu, both in manga and the anime, is a loner type of girl. She's a type of girl who is really shy to others, except (or just what I saw when I watched the anime) those who are in the boarder house she lives in. Ritsu is not her when she don't have a book in her hand. Typically, a hardcore bookworm herself. What makes her more hardcore is that she reads her book while walking. But when she got too much engrossed with what she is reading, Ritsu tends to forgot to cross the street, got no awareness with a maniac, and at some time, coming home with Usa, crying. Poor Usa, because he was the one, the "perpetrator," the reason why Ritsu is crying. But in truth, she was really engrossed with what she was reading, that one scene of the book moved her. And she always read her books alone in the library when she's in her school.

Although at some time her mood is not that good, she's still a nice girl. A girl that's fit for me (in my terms). That's why I really like her.

Now, I've said that I'm going to give you, my dear readers, an idea about the girl I like, right? But sorry, I can't tell you her name due to privacy reasons. Now, first of all, her hobby: reading. We have the same hobby. Recently, we can't read any book we wanted to read. Because, college is being a bitch to us. But, I am so glad that we have got that time again.

Oh, the genre she likes most is Fantasy, and mine is General Fiction and/or Conspiracy Fiction.

Ritsu is a loner, right? She is, too, epecially when she's reading a book. Same as her, she also got herself so engrossed with what she is reading.

That's why I like her. Because we have similarities like we like books and we sometmes prefer to be alone, not disturbed. And we tend to get ourself so engrossed with what we read.

But, there are some contradictions between her and Ritsu. The girl I am describing doesn't always in library, alone, to read her book. She's in a place where our section is, and there is where she's going to read her book.

Next thing is that she don't read books while walking (yeah, it's really uncommon if we see a person doing that; also I'm contradicting myself because I tend to do that at sometime, especially when the book I am reading is so interesting.).

What's there that I could say more about her? Oh, one physical contradictions between Ritsu and the girl I like. Ritsu has a really short hair, meanwhile the girl I like has about shoulder length of hair (or longer than that).

Well, I'm going to leave a bit of extra here. Just some points that me and Usa do have in common, we like a girl who reads books, and we always ensure the girl we like her safety. Me and Usa always care for the girl we like. And yes, Another thing me and Usa have in common is that we have a really good taste when it comes on liking girls. And yes, We both like a girl who is a bookworm. the difference is that his, is a hardcore bookworm; and mine is a regular bookworm, like me.

TUN out!

Extra Chapter: I want to be Hachiman Hikigaya.

"I hate nice girls. Just exchanging greetings with them will get them on your mind. Start texting each other, and your heart will be set a flutter. If they call you, you're done for. Enjoy staring at your logs and grinning like a fool. However, I won't get fooled again. That's what your kind calls kindness. If you're nice to me, you're nice to others. I always end up nearly forgetting that. Reality is cruel, so I'm sure lies are a form of kindness. Thus, I say kindness itself is also a lie. I always ended up with these expectations. And I always ended up with these misunderstandings. And before I knew it, I stopped hoping. A highly trained loner is once bitten, twice shy. As a veteran on this battlefield of life, I've gotten used to losing. That's why I always hate nice girls."
-- Hachiman Hikigaya (My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU, Episode 5)


Lately, I have been watching this series. And yes, I am not yet done. There's like four or five episodes left for me to watch. But, to be honest, I really like this anime. It's not your typical moe, or fantasy, or slice of life, or, romcom (how ironic that I've said that this anime is not a romcom when the title indicates it). This anime, it made me laugh at some times. But in truth, it made me more serious. Another thing that I've said that it is not your typical romcom is the quote itself. Harsh, isn't it? That guy said it. And it was just recommended to me by a friend of mine. All he described about it is that it's real talk anime, not just some other anime.

This anime, it focuses more on reality check, rather than romance and comedy. Why? Hachiman's quotes are not just quotes. These quotes are also advices for the watchers. And for me, that made this anime so good.

Because of this anime, I kinda want to become Hachiman Hikigaya. Let me give you a little background. He's antisocial, a pessimist, and a loner. All of it are my personality (hidden personality; and except for the pessimist part). What made me like him is his quotes about love, childen, and youth. These quotes moved me, and that made me take this anime more seriously. There are scenes that will make you laugh, but I didn't laugh. And that the effect of his quotes, his attitude, and the atmosphere of the anime itself.

Lately, I have been trying to act like him. I tried to be serious at all times. But eventually, I'll fail this one. Because, as much as I wanted to become Hachiman, there are many contradictions between me, and him.

First of all, the quote I used. That's a big contradiction. Why? He said "I hate nice girls," try contradict that statement, and that's me. I like nice nice girls, and in fact, it's a major turn on for me. But, why did I use that quote? Is is because it's harsh? No. Because, there is a girl that I like right now. She is so kind, and that's why I can't help but to fall in love with her more. But because of all these kindness, it makes me so confused if she also likes me or not. Another reason why I've used this is because of the taunts I'm hearing from my other classmates. That's why, I am trying to stay away from her for awhile.

Second is that I am not that really antisocial. I just choose whoever I want to be with at some times. To be honest, I am a really friendly person, and I have friends. That's why I could not consider myself as an antisocial person.

Lastly, I am not really a pessimist. I'm half realist-half optimist. I just tend to have some negative thoughts but I just counter it with my optimistic views.

But, if there's a thing that me and Hachiman have in common? It's being a loner. Yes, I'm also a loner. Why? I have my time to gather my own thoughts, Nobody have the rights to disturb me, but myself. Another advantage of being a loner is being a silent observer. I tend to observe my surroundings, not only by my eyes but also with my ears. And I always form my speculations about my observations.

I still want to be Hachiman Hikigaya, or at least try to.

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I'll be ending it with three more quotes from Hachiman Hikigaya.

"Isn't changing yourself the same as running away? Why can't you just accept who you are?"

"What the hell is with everyone telling me to change? I don't want other people telling me who I am."

"They say if you change yourself, you'll change the world, but that's a complete lie. When people judge somebody, it becomes a fixed idea and an impression that lasts. A loner is forced to stay a loner. If you do your best at something and stand out, that'll only get used as fodder for criticism. Those are the rules of the Kingdom of Children."

TUN out.

Chapter 6: Freedom Writers, my judgement, and answers from questions

So, our professor made us watch this one of a kind, inspirational movie. And it's really good, because it tackles about the equality for all races. We cannot deny to ourselves that we tend to be so racist at sometimes. So to set the record straight, this movie changed it all. This is a must watch for everybody.

I'll rate it a 9.0, and it's recommendable for all.

That's end my judgement about the movie, and we may now move on to answer questions.





1. Pick 3 students and write something about their type of English that they use.

a. Sindy
   -- All we know that in this movie, she is the most recognizable Asian woman (and my crush, by far, on the movie).

Although her she barely talks in the said movie, I can describe her type of English to be an Asian English. Why, you ask? I can describe that Asian English is somehow different from actual English. There are some words for this type of English to be said with a hard pronunciation. overall, this is not your typical English.

b. Jamal Hill

  -- He is the most outstanding guy in the first parts of the movie. He's the one who always insult Ms. G. at those parts. But at the end, He's now the one who's being insulted, not by Ms. G., but his classmates. In spite of all insult he had done to Ms. G., she stood up to stop it. 

Jamal Hill uses the Black English but with a mix of actual American English. I mean, he is that type of guy who speaks colloquially, but there are times which he speaks in a manner of  American English.

c. Marcus

  -- Marcus is the typical gangster on the movie (funny how I describe him because almost all of the students of Ms. G. are in actual gangs). Despite all of it, he manage to dress well.

Author's Note: I based my answer to all of Grand Theft Auto game who has black characters in it.

Marcus uses Black Gangster English. Why? Because as what I could see, he's the only one who really maintain that Black gangster attitude, plus his language. He always speak like how CJ in the game, titled: GTA San Andreas.

2. Analyzed the English communication skills that the teachers, especially Ms. G., possessed.

-- Every teacher in the movie uses English skills that could make them look powerful. But as to Ms. G.? It's rather a different story. Ms. G. uses English skills which also makes her look powerful, but she use it to not look powerful when it comes to her students. She uses those skills that could make her look more friendly, more approachable, and as if her level is in line with her students, but her authority is still with her.

3. How did Ms. G. downplay her power?

-- She downplayed her power by being an observant at first. She first analyze the attitude and background of her students. These are two critical points that are worth mentioning, because it shows how did she really downplayed her power:

• The insult on a paper that are meant for Jamal. She downplayed her power there by telling the some stories about the Holocaust. And because of no one who knows about the Holocaust, she surveyed her students who knows about the Holocaust. All of her students raised their hand, except for Ben.
• The Line Game. She downplayed her power their by gaining their trust by knowing some of the few things. She asked some critical questions like "Who, among all of them, are on the gang?" and "Who have lost a friend due to gang activities."

 

4. How did her students acquire some sense of power? Show some scenes.

-- How about we go to the two critical points of the story? Because these scenes are the only worth mentioning for this questions.

• First scene is that Ms. G. made them decide to get some notebooks she provided. Because these notebooks will act as their diary.

• Next (and last to mention) scene is the scene where she published the "The Freedom Writers Diary."
  

Gamer's Love 3: Assassin's Creed

First of all, I want to apologize about not posting for our Gamer's Love for the last 2 (perhaps 3) weeks. Reasons are that I am so busy for our schoolworks, and yeah... I have trouble of finding games to base for this kind of posts. And I am so sorry for that.

My plans is that I'm going to post 3 of these for this week, sort of a payment for the lost posts weeks ago. And I'm going to have my second apology, I'm going to cancel that plan of mine. I am really sorry.

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Without further ado, let's move on.

As what you can see on the title, that's the game I'm about to use here in my post for this week's Gamer's Love.

I love Assassin's Creed. In fact, you could tell that I'm a die hard fan of the series. I have played the first one up until Liberations. Even the one on the PSP. And I'm at the middle of finishing Black Flag. But, I need to hold it because as I play, there's lag everywhere! I can't play Unity because my PC didn't met the requirements of the game (Sorry, I only own a mid-ranged rig because I'm just a petite bourgeoisie.) I may also have the same problem with Black Flag in Rogue. And the others (such as the games in the mobile phones), I can't play them.

And this game, it has a big impact to me. Because of the story, the ways of the Assassins, the Brotherhood, etc. That's why if the Brotherhood of the Assassins became real, I'm going to sign up for it. I may not be good at parkour, but I can blend myself to others. (LOL!)

Let's start!

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"You're a Piece of Eden that I need to protect."

"There's one history we need to see in the Animus: the history of you and me."

"I'm Altair and you are the water. I'm dying if I'm near you."

"I'm always here to catch you when you fall."
--Haystack

"It's so sad to know that I'm not the only one who chases you. All I wanted is you to notice me."
--A certain Templar.

"My feelings are hidden really good as how I hide my hidden blade."

"Do I need to Synchronize the whole area just to see you?"

"With the Apple of Eden in may hand, I may control your mind, but never your heart."

"I may be damaged and hurt, but I can recover and move on."

"Love: it's a scenario of an Assassin in the verge of assassinating a Templar. We could notice it and run, or we'll never see it coming."

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Is it too short? I'm sorry, I ran out of ideas from the game.

But, let me know if it's good or it is too cheesy and corny.

Until then, TUN out!

Chapter 5: What I did remember.

Here is a picture of my result on every Modal Quiz we had today. To be honest with it, I couldn't remember if we had our modal lessons in the past, but I managed to get this very good to excellent mark. But seriously, I can't remember remember such a thing on modals. I may have schema on this, but I have no any memories that I have been taught this that I can't point out what items in the tests that made me confused and I have nothing to say about my knowledge of it. It might be a miracle, but I rather not to say it that it has been made by a miracle. Because, I believe in ability and skill.

Well, I rather say this result, was because of luck.

I don't want to sound humble here. I'm not good in English, a reason for me to not remember if I have taken up this lesson or not. I'm just an experienced student. So, I'm honestly typing my thoughts about modals.

Gamer's Love 2: DJMAX/Beatcraft Cyclon

DJMAX. A game not that popular, but loved by many people. Gone, but not dead, when Pentavision-the game developer of the said game- merged with the studio called GameOn, making DJMAX Technika Q their last rhythm/action game. But then, the franchise of the game was bought by Nurijoy.

Lately I've been playing Beatcraft Cyclon, the descendant of DJMAX Technika and a game that was made by Nurijoy, on Timezone Gateway. As a commemoration of the game I loved, here are my quotes for the game.

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"DJMAX taught us the important lessons about love:
*Everything has a right timing. Don't go rush on things, or go laying low.
*Make sure everything is close to Perfect. One mistake could end up with Break.
*Remember: A song has a start and an end. Relationship does too.
*Set your speed. Make sure that you're not going fast or going slow."

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The first one is based from the mechanics of the game. I admit it. It's kind of corny.

Below are song titles mashed up to become a quote. And forgive me again, because it's too cheesy and corny.

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"Dear my Lady, I Remember The Last Dance we had under the Colours of Sorrow."

"Love is Beautiful, they say. But believe me, Forever doesn't even exist."

"Hello Pinky. I Want You to be my Sweet Shining Shooting Star in our Secret World."

"Right Now I'm having a Sweet Dream in the Melody of our Cosmic Fantastic Lovesong."

"I've always had my Oblivion under The Clear Blue Sky."

"STOP yourself for having your Revenge. Because at the End of the Moonlight, you find yourself Waiting for the Sun."

"In My Heart, I've always wanted to touch your Lovely Hands. And please Stay with Me Here in the Moment."

Chapter 4: No... and never will be... (part 2)

I am a musician. An amateur musician who plays the violin. Music, though, is not in my talents. That's why I'm still an amateur when it comes to this. I could play well.

Because of the rhythm games I played, and anime shows I watched that has too many classical music (such games like, DJMAX [Rest in Pieces], and Bandmaster [Rest in Pieces]; and anime shows like, Nodame Cantabile, and Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso [Your Lie in April]), I aspired to play different musical instruments. But, when I was still a child, I've always wanted to play the Violin. And I also aspired to become the legendary classical musicians. Like...

 

Ludwig van Beethoven

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Franz Joseph Liszt

They are my personal favorites. They are the one I aspire so much. But... I will never be them. First of all, I'm just an amateur Violin player.

It is a good thing that I aspired for them so much. Because without them, I could've just listened and liked some other sh**ty Pop songs of the west or the Philippines (Where I am.) I'm not pointing at every song, but I'm pointing at those nonsense song that I can see that it's being used for famewhoring. They are countless of good songs here, but there are really sh**ty songs that exist.

It is really essential that I thank them for their contribution to mankind. Because without them, people may have been listening to what I have said former.