Typhoon Ondoy Requires the Best in All of Us

This blog has been in a coma since June, its only lifeline being that tiny Plurk widget i have in the sidebar. For the most part, I’ve been content in playing my role as a social media guy ,doing social media stuff  for companies from way behind the scenes and keeping in touch with the online community in my own subtle ways. But then nature decides to make us its whipping boy and sends us Tropical Storm Kestana, better known locally as the fucktard Ondoy. And the country receives over a month’s worth in rainfall in less than 12 hours. 

I am thankful that by some wave of luck that I don’t know how I deserved, the wife and I were spared from the devastation that Ondoy wrought upon most of the country. I feel extremely blessed that while our families may have lost quite a bit of their possesions, all of them are safe and accounted for and are no longer in need of rescue. However, many, much too many, cannot say the same. 

Over 250 people have already been confirmed dead. Over half a million Filipinos find themselves displaced, the lot of them losing very nearly everything they own. And as the days roll on, these numbers will continue to rise. But this then is our test, all of us who are the least bit able. Typhoon Ondoy requires the best from every single one of us. Too many things, not the least bit the constant circus act that is the Philippine government, have made a lot of us apathetic. This is not the time for us to succumb to that.  Because the truth of the matter is we can make a difference. Do not think that just because you can’t do much means you shouldn’t do anything at all. Because at this point, every little bit helps.

Below are some sites where you can contribute to the effort to recover from Ondoy. And no, if you do not have enough to spare to make a donation, you do not have to. Just spreading the word to those who might will be good enough:

ABS-CBN Foundation

GMA Kapuso Foundation

Philippine National Red Cross

Philippine Aid

The Ayala Foundation

UNICEF

Farewell We The Robots.

June 2, 2009 will forever remain in infsamy because of the passing of House Resolution 1109. Our congressmen, our so called representatives, seem determined to bend democracy over and screw it in the ass. I am no longer surprised, but it still angers me. It angers me and makes me sad. If you’re a Filipino like me, who still gives a flying fuck about this country, then please do your part. Head over here, take your stand and be heard. That’s all I wish to say about it for now.

That day was made even sadder for me as one of my favorite webcomics, We The Robots, posted its last strip that fateful Tuesday. I’d like to share it with you here:

If you haven’t followed the series as closely as I did, it may not seem like much. But I for one love it. It seems to me a perfect way to end, and that is to sort of not, so wonderfully bittersweet.

If you’ve never read We The Robots before then you my friend are missing out. Its insight on the human condition is unexpectedly accurate and at the same time surprisingly poignant. Before I end I’d like to share the first strip I read; the one that got me hooked:

Thank you Mr. Chris Harding. Your vision of a technological dystopia will be sorely missed.

Sometimes…

I want to kick myself in the face…

I hope I feel less crummy when I wake up later.

Pffft.

This week’s been pwning me hard. 

I hope next week treats me better.

Pagan Chat City

Pagans are a fun bunch of people. For the most part, they’re hardly ever as judgemental as some Christians I’ve come across. These pagans or neopagans are actually a lot more diverse in the scope of beliefs as compared to wiccans. For one thing, wicca is just one of many pagan belief systems.  It is however rare to see pagans from different belief systems arguing about religion. I like that attitude. I think you will too. Try out free pagan chat rooms. You’d be amazed at how no one will try to force you to believe what they believe. Pagan chat rooms are surprisingly some of the most accepting communities you can find on the web. Now go enjoy some nice quiet pagan chat.

Wiccan Chat City

I am not by any stretch of the imagination, a religious man. However, I have a very deep respect for most religions. It’s the religious nuts that really get my goat though. It boggles the mind just how many people have died in wars bourne from a difference in religion. That’s why I have a fonder appreciation of Wicca. Most Wiccans believe in a peaceful and balanced way of life and thought that seeks harmony and oneness with creation. It’s actually very difficult to find an angry Wiccan. Which explains why some of my favorite people are actually wiccans. That and because most of the wiccans I’ve encountered are actually hot women. If you don’t believe me, I suggest you get to meet some of them in free wiccan chat rooms. Perhaps a nice long wiccan chat is exactly what you need to see the world in a different light, restore your sense of awe and wonder. Head over to wiccan chat rooms now!

An Open Letter To Alec Baldwin

Dear Mr. Baldwin,

I just wanted to let you know that I too share the sentiments of Bim Barbieto just as, I would suspect, a great majority of us Filipinos. While it is highly unlikely that you would ever come to read this, I would still like to express my deepest and sincerest apologies for the behavior of senator Ramon Revilla Jr. It is my opinion that his actions are nothing more than an attempt to get some attention from the media. Sadly, local mainstream media continue to give him exactly what he wants. 

Allow me to assure you however, that there are a lot of Filipinos who, like myself, find senator Revilla’s antics disgusting.

In comparisson, you have proven yourself the better man. While there really was no need for it, you still went ahead and apologized for a joke that anyone with the least bit of intelligence would not have taken offense with in the first place. That sir, is truly admirable. Thank you.

However, like I said, it was absolutely uncalled for. And because our governement continues to shame us by childishly refusing to accept your apology, it would only be fitting for you to take it back. Just please know this Mr. Baldwin, we are not a country of whiny crybabies. The truth is, a lot of us have a rather healthy sense of humor. It’s the only way we can even stomach senator Revilla and the likes of him in the circus that we call our government.

Again, in behalf of every other Filipino who feel the same way I do, I am sorry. 

Sincerely,

Peter “The Mordo” Juan

On the Pathetic Nature of Oversensitive People

You’ve all probaly seen the video of Alec Baldwin casually making a joke about getting a mail order bride from the Philippines. If not, here it is:

I dunno about you but I LOLed. Not much. But yeah, I thought it was funny. 

Well apparently, Senator Bong Revilla didn’t. His reaction: 

“Alec Baldwin’s recent statement that he is thinking about getting a mail-order bride from the Philippines is truly insensitive and uncalled for. For him, it is funny but to the millions of Filipinos, it is mockery. Bad joke, not worth laughing.”

“Kung pagbabatayan natin ang pagiging arogante ni Alec Baldwin, kahit sino pa ang magiging bride nito, malamang na mamalasin. Subukan niyang pumunta dito sa Pilipinas nang maghalo ang balat sa tinalupan.”

Source: ABSCBN News

Wow. Very classy Mr. senator. Thank you for taking it upon yourself to play the indignant protector. Thank you for making us look like a country of pathetic, oversensitive people devoid of a sense of humor. 

On Sissies and Online Aggression

I wanna be clear about something first. Anyone who knows me well enough can attest to the fact that how I conduct myself online is pretty much the same way I behave in real life. There are some slight differences of course. For instance, I curse far more creatively online. The disparity between me and my online persona however, is pretty much negligible.

I also happen to be big enough to admit that I’ve done my share of trolling and similarly disparaging acts on the web. In spite of that however, I have never said anything online that I cannot say in real life.That’s just the way I am I guess. So yeah. If I’ve ever called you an idiot or pointed out the many ways that you might suck, you can walk up to me in person and ask me to say it to your face and I will very easily do so. What happens next will be up to you. If it comes to blows then so be it. Just be aware that while I might seem pudgy and out of shape, I can take very good care of myself. 

Honestly, I’ve actually mellowed down quite a lot the past year. But some things still piss me the fuck off. One thing I really really hate are people who incite some drama or whatnot and then suddenly turn around and play victim when they get flamed. That oaf Brian Bortalo comes to mind. Much more recently though, the Plurk stream has been polluted by the deluded rantings of one Julius Perry Velasco. He’s been ragging on those he calls ATWMSPs or Ang Taong Walang Modo sa Plurk (People who have no manners on Plurk.) Sure, he’s entitled to his own opinion but then again, I find it rather ironic that he’s one of the best examples of an ATWMSP. 

If you were unlucky enough to have followed the drama then you know of course that this post is a few days late of the issue. Thing is, I just managed to view his stream again today. Because after I commented once on one of his threads, I found myself suddenly blocked. No biggie really. If he doesn’t want me to see his Plurk, that’s his right. I didn’t really care much to see his Plurk stream anyway. I did follow a link this evening that lead me back to it and I was surprised to find that I was no longer blocked for some weird reason. That was when I saw his inane ramblings. For a guy who’s supposedly against online aggression, he seems pretty aggressive now doesn’t he?

Personally, I think he should just quit plurking and spend his oddly abundant free time in some sissy chat rooms. Because honestly, for all his posturing, I am of the opinion that he’s a big sissy. So yeah, he should just join free sissy chat. Hopefully he realizes what a cunt he’s being while having a nice sissy chat with one of his fellow sissy boys

Anyway, all I’m really saying is this, if you’re going to call someone on what you opine to be their shortcomings, please be sure that you either not have that particular flaw yourself or at least acknowledge the fact that you are similarly flawed.

That’s all I’m going to say on this matter unless anyone decides to challenge me. I won’t be looking at his pathetic Plurk stream anymore either. This one time was fucking enough.

Of Asses Not Being Created Equal

It will not come as a surprise to most of you when I say that I am a breast man. I mean I am married to a woman with magnificently massive mammaries.

That said however, I also enjoy a woman’s well shaped bottom. There’s just something about a nice tight ass that speaks to my primordial tendencies. Of course not all asses are created equal. Fortunately for me the wife has a lovely bum as well. 

Also, no. I am not objectifying my wife. I am merely celebrating her yumminess. And yes. We are both naked as I am writing this. And yes. I do indeed have a boner. 

Ok. TMI. Moving on.

Some are so awesome that one cannot help but want to spank them. You all know what I mean. Here are some of my favorites :

Stacy Kiebler

Kristen Bell

Jessica Alba

Vikki Blows

And of course:

Vida Guera

I bet that got you in the mood eh? Perhaps now you’re interested in some free spanking chat. I mean, sure celebrity asses are nice, but every so often, it’s great to come across a luscious piece of amateur ass in some naughty spanking chat rooms. Go ahead and give it a try. It might surprise you how much you might enjoy spanking chat. As for me, I’m taking my primordial tendencies offline and spend some time with the missus. Now butt off!

Of Tattoos, Hotness and my Horrible Fatness

When tastefully done, tattoos are just so damn hot. Case in point, some of the hottest women today have tattoos. As a way of example, here are two them:

Megan Fox

Angelina Jolie

I only put two because really, after Angelina Jolie and Megan Fox, do you actually need any further proof?

Oh you do, do you? Here’s a word for you. GOOGLE! Now go away.

Now that we’ve gotten rid of that pest let’s get on shall we?

I actually started thinking about tattoos because one of my close friends, a yummily curvaceous woman who we will hide behind the name, Schmanne, recently acquired permission from Chris Bachalo to use one of his Sandman illustrations for her newest tatoo. Chris Bachalo!!! How effing cool is that?

Anyway, if you also find people with tats hot and would like to meet some tattoo singles or simply perv through photos and tattoo personals, then check out tattoo dating.

I want a tattoo on my left shoulder, all the way down to the middle of my bicep.Which is why I must firt overcome my seemingly insurmountable fatness before I go and get myself a tattoo. Otherwise, by the time I hit my ideal weight, the tattoo will be all distorted and distorted tats aren’t hot. Anyway, That’s my spot of random rambling for the day.