Ever notice that as you get older you find less and less "awesome" things? I mean, when you're young everything seems awesome. Got a new toy.. AWESOME! No homework today.. AWESOME! I'm allowed to stay up past 9PM.. AWESOME! Sounds pretty crazy huh? But believe it or not, we all thought little things were awesome.
Now it feels like most things are not even half as awesome. We're so busy trying to finish school, start our careers, be good friends, and do it all while partying as hard as possible. We get so distracted with life that we don't take the time to appreciate the little things in life. Well this entry is dedicated to a couple things that i once found awesome and that I feel will ALWAYS be awesome no matter what.
The first of these is a video game. You guys remember Ocarina of Time?!?! That is probably the greatest game I have ever played on any console! This game had it all. Action, adventure, love, comedy, and yes even unexpected twists. Man when I found out *spoiler alert* Sheik was actually Zelda in disguise, it blew my mind! They just don't make games like this anymore. Sure there are a ton of good games with unreal graphics but nothing stacks up to Ocarina of Time (OoT).
You know what else, or WHO else, is awesome? Barney Stinson! In fact, he's so awesome that he inspired this post. So for those that don't know, Barney Stinson is a character played by Neil Patrick Harris. He is the ultimate ladies man and makes the show what it is. When Barney is in the room there is never a dull moment and laughs are guaranteed! In fact, Neil Patrick Harris himself is pretty awesome. His role on "Glee" was so badass.
Ya I know, it's not much of a list but OoT has been on my mind for a while now and I just watched a "best of Barney Stinson" video on youtube and I was inspired to write about how awesome they are! What do you guys think will always be awesome no matter what? I'm interested in hearing what you guys got..
Oh and also, my g-friend is pretty damn awesome. She's the most awesome girl I know!
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Time Fly's When..
So today I get a message on my bbm from a Mr. Leonardo Perez, also known as my bffff, saying "dude, you haven't blogged in a while". You know what, he was right! It's now almost the end of August and I haven't hit up the blogspot in a while! Not to make excuses and all but man has August been one hell of a month. August has been turning out to be one of the busiest months of 2010 to date. Wondering what you missed? Well my friends, here's a bit of an update.
For starters, you guys ever watch the show "Dexter"? My buddy Lui actually got me into it a while back. I watched the first season but stopped. However, this month I got back into it and let me tell you, this is one hell of a show. Lidia (the g-friend for those that don't know) has gotten into it as well and she love's it just as much. Really good show, plenty of twists, and just a damn good show all around.
Also, my parents and sister have been gone this whole month. I've been all alone for the past 2 weeks because my family decided to go to Ecuador without me. Well actually, they wanted me to go but i couldn't get the time off work. You know how they say you don't know what you got till it's gone? Well, believe me you it's been so weird without them here. They come home soon and man i cannot wait for everything to go back to normal.
Although my parents have been gone, I've been lucky enough to have the greatest girlfriend in the world. She's always there for me and even comes over from time to time, cooks dinner, and leaves me lunch for the next day. I'm a pretty lucky guy aren't I? I definitely think so. We're going to Niagara for a weekend, should be an amazing time.
Time sure does fly when you're having fun.. when you're busy with "Dexter".. When your family is gone.. August is done in less then 2 weeks and we all know what that means: SCHOOL!!! Another 8 months of studying, reading, working hard. Only this time, I'm going to be working full time while doing it. Its going to be hard but I got to do it. Wish me luck..
P.S. That running thing... that was an epic fail.......... yyaaaaaaaaa *cough*..
For starters, you guys ever watch the show "Dexter"? My buddy Lui actually got me into it a while back. I watched the first season but stopped. However, this month I got back into it and let me tell you, this is one hell of a show. Lidia (the g-friend for those that don't know) has gotten into it as well and she love's it just as much. Really good show, plenty of twists, and just a damn good show all around.
Also, my parents and sister have been gone this whole month. I've been all alone for the past 2 weeks because my family decided to go to Ecuador without me. Well actually, they wanted me to go but i couldn't get the time off work. You know how they say you don't know what you got till it's gone? Well, believe me you it's been so weird without them here. They come home soon and man i cannot wait for everything to go back to normal.
Although my parents have been gone, I've been lucky enough to have the greatest girlfriend in the world. She's always there for me and even comes over from time to time, cooks dinner, and leaves me lunch for the next day. I'm a pretty lucky guy aren't I? I definitely think so. We're going to Niagara for a weekend, should be an amazing time.
Time sure does fly when you're having fun.. when you're busy with "Dexter".. When your family is gone.. August is done in less then 2 weeks and we all know what that means: SCHOOL!!! Another 8 months of studying, reading, working hard. Only this time, I'm going to be working full time while doing it. Its going to be hard but I got to do it. Wish me luck..
P.S. That running thing... that was an epic fail.......... yyaaaaaaaaa *cough*..
Friday, July 30, 2010
21 day theory
Have you guys ever heard of this "21 day theory"? Apparently, if you're trying to quit something or take something up, all you need to do is set a routine of sorts and follow it for 21 days and after that it will be a breeze. I was actually talking to one of my scholar friends Mario about this theory. See, I want to start running and living a healthy, active lifestyle and we concluded, through much discourse, that if I can set a routine for 21 days (or 3 weeks) then I should be fine.
Well, I actually think it makes sense. 21 days may seem long but in reality it's a little less than a month. However, I still think it's long enough to make a routine out of something. After the initial 21 days it'll feel like routine and i won't have to force myself to get up out of bed, put some clothes on and go for a run. I don't know how well this theory might work with quitting something though. Maybe it takes a little more work to quit.
Perhaps this "21 day theory" is actually subjective and depends on the person. For some it may take 7 days or 14 days and for others it may be 30+ days. I guess it really comes down to how bad you want to quit or take something up that determines your own personal "21 days theory". I'm proud to say that ever since I had that chat with Mario I've actually been running everyday. It's only been a week but I'm already starting to see progress in my stamina and to be honest, it feels GREAT!
So now I ask you: How many days is your theory? How long do you think it would take you before you can quit or make something a routine? Have you taken anything up or quit anything recently? I know what I want to take up and I've got my foot in the door. Now it's up to me to keep it on up and believe me, I will definitely keep you all posted!
Well, I actually think it makes sense. 21 days may seem long but in reality it's a little less than a month. However, I still think it's long enough to make a routine out of something. After the initial 21 days it'll feel like routine and i won't have to force myself to get up out of bed, put some clothes on and go for a run. I don't know how well this theory might work with quitting something though. Maybe it takes a little more work to quit.
Perhaps this "21 day theory" is actually subjective and depends on the person. For some it may take 7 days or 14 days and for others it may be 30+ days. I guess it really comes down to how bad you want to quit or take something up that determines your own personal "21 days theory". I'm proud to say that ever since I had that chat with Mario I've actually been running everyday. It's only been a week but I'm already starting to see progress in my stamina and to be honest, it feels GREAT!
So now I ask you: How many days is your theory? How long do you think it would take you before you can quit or make something a routine? Have you taken anything up or quit anything recently? I know what I want to take up and I've got my foot in the door. Now it's up to me to keep it on up and believe me, I will definitely keep you all posted!
Monday, July 26, 2010
Summer fun, Summer run?
So I realized I haven't blogged in a while. Don't know why exactly, maybe I just kept forgetting or kept saying "I'll blog later". Well I'm BACK! First thing I want to say is if you're looking for a movie to watch with friends that aren't lame or repetitive then there are two movies I definitely recommend. The first of those movies is "Despicable Me". This isn't just a kid's movie. Sure it has a lot of the qualities you would normally associate with a kids movie but it is so entertaining. Steve Carell and Jason Segel lend their voices and with the addition of a unicorn loving little girl, this movie is definitely one to watch
The second movie is "Inception". This was a GREAT movie. I watched this movie and it literally blew my mind. It's a pretty straight forward movie but at the same time there is so much going on that you can't help but go "WHOA!". Watch Inception, don't even think twice. These are two summer movies that are a must see.
Speaking of summer, I think I wanna start getting into this whole "running" thing. Ever call or message a friend, ask them what they're doing and they say "oh just got in from a run" or "Just going for a run". Man, this seems like the hip thing to do nowadays. So I loaded my ipod with a whack of music and decided I should get into this whole running scene. Good idea? I think so. All the other cool kids are doing it.
The second movie is "Inception". This was a GREAT movie. I watched this movie and it literally blew my mind. It's a pretty straight forward movie but at the same time there is so much going on that you can't help but go "WHOA!". Watch Inception, don't even think twice. These are two summer movies that are a must see.
Speaking of summer, I think I wanna start getting into this whole "running" thing. Ever call or message a friend, ask them what they're doing and they say "oh just got in from a run" or "Just going for a run". Man, this seems like the hip thing to do nowadays. So I loaded my ipod with a whack of music and decided I should get into this whole running scene. Good idea? I think so. All the other cool kids are doing it.
Monday, July 12, 2010
From one BIG party to another..
A month has passed and the 2010 FIFA World Cup is over. Man was it a good month. So much soccer action, it was blowing my mind! In the end only one team could win the championship and like I said, Spain had the balls to win it all (no pun intended). As soon as Spain won, I got myself a vuvuzela and marched on down to party with the Spanish!
Not gonna lie though, I'm happy Spain won it and all BUT four years ago when Italy won the World Cup the party definitely a lot better. When Italy won St Clair was PACKED with people. It was crazy. I'm not even Italian but man did I have a good time. This year when Spain won, I expected the same, if not more. I was greatly disappointed. Yeah there was a lot of people but no where near as many as four years ago. Oh well, I guess it's because there are a lot more Italy supporters then there are Spain supporters in Toronto.
With that party over, it's time to look forward to the next one: DAN DAN'S BONER JAM WASAGA WEEKEND! Oh man every year for my buddy Dan's birthday we rent a cottage and spend the weekend in wasaga. This year is going to be UNREAL! There are over 60 people coming and we have a whole cottage complex to ourselves! That means we can get as loud as we want without people complaining!!!
Oh man i can't wait. There's going to be a funnel tournament, flip cup, alcohol, dance-offs, alcohol, whacky hats. It's going to be crazy. On top of that my best friend Leo just got back from winning gold in a Muay Thai tournament in Iowa so we have to celebrate that as well! The only part of the weekend that's going to suck is the part where my g-friend can't make it :(:(. I'll try to have fun without you sugar muffin but it'll be hard!
Last year I lost in the semi's during the funnel tournament. This year I'm out for revenge! Dan's birthday is BACK.. With a vengeance! And this time.. it's personal!
Not gonna lie though, I'm happy Spain won it and all BUT four years ago when Italy won the World Cup the party definitely a lot better. When Italy won St Clair was PACKED with people. It was crazy. I'm not even Italian but man did I have a good time. This year when Spain won, I expected the same, if not more. I was greatly disappointed. Yeah there was a lot of people but no where near as many as four years ago. Oh well, I guess it's because there are a lot more Italy supporters then there are Spain supporters in Toronto.
With that party over, it's time to look forward to the next one: DAN DAN'S BONER JAM WASAGA WEEKEND! Oh man every year for my buddy Dan's birthday we rent a cottage and spend the weekend in wasaga. This year is going to be UNREAL! There are over 60 people coming and we have a whole cottage complex to ourselves! That means we can get as loud as we want without people complaining!!!
Oh man i can't wait. There's going to be a funnel tournament, flip cup, alcohol, dance-offs, alcohol, whacky hats. It's going to be crazy. On top of that my best friend Leo just got back from winning gold in a Muay Thai tournament in Iowa so we have to celebrate that as well! The only part of the weekend that's going to suck is the part where my g-friend can't make it :(:(. I'll try to have fun without you sugar muffin but it'll be hard!
Last year I lost in the semi's during the funnel tournament. This year I'm out for revenge! Dan's birthday is BACK.. With a vengeance! And this time.. it's personal!
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
To Infinity... And Beyond!
Remember when you were young and your imagination use to run wild? I remember playing with my toys for hours and making up these whacky scenario's where my favourite toy's have to go through perilous journey's while fighting to survive. It was pretty intense and there were not many survivors. It was a crazy time and I'm pretty sure most of you had similar imaginations.
With that being said, I recently watched Toy Story 3. You guys remember Toy Story? Well it's back.. with a vengeance! This one puts an end to the Toy Story franchise and we finally get to see Andy grow up and what happens to his toys. Andy is heading off to college and he must decide what to do with the toys that have filled his life with happiness since he was a little kid. Obviously he wouldn't take the toys to college. Like come on now, who plays with toys in college? *cough cough*. Obviously the toys are scared with what might happen to them and insanity ensues.
My thoughts on this movie.. it was AMAZING. This was probably on of the best movies I have seen in a really long time. As the g-friend said "it was sad, it was funny, it had action, it was sad, it had adventure, it had spanish Buzz". She described it perfectly. I found myself laughing throughout the entire movie and was thoroughly entertained. This movie brought me back to a simpler time when I was playing with toys and made me miss playing with them. Definitely one of the best movies to date.
If you guys get a chance, watch this movie. It may seem like it's a kids movie but it has fun and entertainment for people of all ages. I loved the movie and I truly believe that anyone else who watches it will enjoy just as much as I did. Watch Toy Story 3! Watch it in IMAX 3D!! You will NOT be disappointed. Trust me.
With that being said, I recently watched Toy Story 3. You guys remember Toy Story? Well it's back.. with a vengeance! This one puts an end to the Toy Story franchise and we finally get to see Andy grow up and what happens to his toys. Andy is heading off to college and he must decide what to do with the toys that have filled his life with happiness since he was a little kid. Obviously he wouldn't take the toys to college. Like come on now, who plays with toys in college? *cough cough*. Obviously the toys are scared with what might happen to them and insanity ensues.
My thoughts on this movie.. it was AMAZING. This was probably on of the best movies I have seen in a really long time. As the g-friend said "it was sad, it was funny, it had action, it was sad, it had adventure, it had spanish Buzz". She described it perfectly. I found myself laughing throughout the entire movie and was thoroughly entertained. This movie brought me back to a simpler time when I was playing with toys and made me miss playing with them. Definitely one of the best movies to date.
If you guys get a chance, watch this movie. It may seem like it's a kids movie but it has fun and entertainment for people of all ages. I loved the movie and I truly believe that anyone else who watches it will enjoy just as much as I did. Watch Toy Story 3! Watch it in IMAX 3D!! You will NOT be disappointed. Trust me.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Top Notch Customer Service
So for those that don't already know, I work in customer service. It's nothing special, just a small little electronics shop. I've been working there for about 5 years now and to be honest, it has gotten really repetitive. On top of that, I work in the smallest department so on average I probably see like max 10 customers. With that said, my motivation to provide top notch customer service has gone away. I feel like every customer that comes in to ask me questions is just a bother and I get annoyed so easily. I don't know what it is but for some reason customers always come into the store with a sense of entitlement and that they can get whatever the hell they want. Not with me buddy. In a way it's kind of a good thing I guess. I don't get pushed around by annoying customers who try to come in and get deals by complaining. I've been working here for years so I MUST be doing something right.
About a week ago my lovely g-friend decided to visit me at work on a night that was hella boring. It was a nice treat. She came with her friends and kept me company for a bit. It was good because it helped make the boring night a little more interesting. However, as I was with them, a customer came in and needed help. So I helped the guy out but was very uninterested and gave crap customer service. The dude probably noticed but to be honest, I didn't really care. Along with the guy, my g-friend and her friends also noticed and asked me why I do that. I told them i don't really care and how customer's frustrate me. They told me that maybe I should be a bit nicer to customers. Pft ya right.
Literally the next day I went to the bank and the teller seemed so uninterested and didn't really care much about her job. I remember saying to myself "man if she doesn't want to be here then why doesn't she just quit or something instead of being rude to me, jeeze". Then it hit me; I do the same thing! Do customer's feel the way I just did when I give bad service?! To be honest, I didn't like the feeling at all! I began to feel real bad. For all I know, all the customers that experience my shit service are going back and thinking "why does this guy even work here???".
Since that day, every time I help a customer I keep my experience in mind. No body wants bad costumer service especially if they don't deserve it. We don't go into malls and other retail stores expecting to get bad customer service. Maybe this was all a sign? Perhaps I was meant to receive this terrible service so that I can see the fault of my ways. Had I not had a crappy bank teller, I would know how crappy the people I help feel. It definitely lead to a lot of thinking and contemplating. Perhaps it was time I change my ways. Perhaps it's time I started talking to customers like I was actually interested in what they had to say and give top notch customer service! But then again, I'm waaayyy too lazy for that. I'll just say "fuck it" and stick with what I'm doing. It's just easier..
About a week ago my lovely g-friend decided to visit me at work on a night that was hella boring. It was a nice treat. She came with her friends and kept me company for a bit. It was good because it helped make the boring night a little more interesting. However, as I was with them, a customer came in and needed help. So I helped the guy out but was very uninterested and gave crap customer service. The dude probably noticed but to be honest, I didn't really care. Along with the guy, my g-friend and her friends also noticed and asked me why I do that. I told them i don't really care and how customer's frustrate me. They told me that maybe I should be a bit nicer to customers. Pft ya right.
Literally the next day I went to the bank and the teller seemed so uninterested and didn't really care much about her job. I remember saying to myself "man if she doesn't want to be here then why doesn't she just quit or something instead of being rude to me, jeeze". Then it hit me; I do the same thing! Do customer's feel the way I just did when I give bad service?! To be honest, I didn't like the feeling at all! I began to feel real bad. For all I know, all the customers that experience my shit service are going back and thinking "why does this guy even work here???".
Since that day, every time I help a customer I keep my experience in mind. No body wants bad costumer service especially if they don't deserve it. We don't go into malls and other retail stores expecting to get bad customer service. Maybe this was all a sign? Perhaps I was meant to receive this terrible service so that I can see the fault of my ways. Had I not had a crappy bank teller, I would know how crappy the people I help feel. It definitely lead to a lot of thinking and contemplating. Perhaps it was time I change my ways. Perhaps it's time I started talking to customers like I was actually interested in what they had to say and give top notch customer service! But then again, I'm waaayyy too lazy for that. I'll just say "fuck it" and stick with what I'm doing. It's just easier..
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