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Tuesday, August 30, 2005





You scored as Otto. You are most like Otto Mann!

Otto


75%

Barney


67%

Comic Book Guy


67%

Martin


58%

Carl


58%

Krusty


50%

Ned


50%

Nelson


50%

Dr. Hibbert


50%

Mr Burns


42%

Ms. Krabappel


33%

Sideshow Bob


33%

Ralph


25%

Apu


25%



Which character from "The Simpsons" TV Show Are You?
created with QuizFarm.com

The Bottom Line
You may have a little mini-crisis or two in regards to your career.

What does it mean?


In Detail

You're nothing if not a reluctant celebrity -- even when you know you deserve some public recognition. At the moment, however, you've done something that just can't be passed over -- something that a simple nod won't cover. Prepare yourself for a bit of the fanfare you've never been fond of. Oh, you can force yourself to enjoy it for a little while, can't you? Especially since it will mean so much to those who care for you?

This is my horrorscope

---- Something that came out of the utter recesses of my "unused" brain




Medical Advice

Kisses shorten life; mixing strange spittle
Or sucking in microbes, dozing under small flaps
Of gum or carelessly grazing on the plankton
Of teeth upsets the ecology of the mouth.

One could, of course, wear a surgical mask
And agree not to exhale while gauze touched
Gauze, or write letters from a distance
Disinfecting the pen and using self
Sealing envelopes for safety.

Some, I know, blinded by passion shed their
Clothes like children, pressing nakedness
To nakedness, making contact at all points
Throwing caution to the wind or worse.

A few die early from inhaled infection that

Turns plump hearts into prunes before their
Time, that withers the skin and blanks the

Brightness of the eye. They are love's martyrs.

Others with strong constitutions survive. Nursing
Injuries like war wounds, they limp through
Marriage, frequently resting on the shoulders
Of their love, while the cautious live to a ripe old
Age, camouflaging internal bleeding as late periods.


Monday, August 29, 2005

Message from your friend:
-------------------------

Hello there,

How are you? All is well i presume...
Just thought of you and how our friendship came this
far....and now i know why we came this far...because we learned to
accept each other's flaws and love it. And we share the same
thing....loving our differences and not be overcome by it just because i
am me and you are you... and YES, just because no one has been
fortunate enough to realize what a gold mine you are, Doesn't mean you
shine any less. Just because no one has been smart enough to figure out
that you can't be topped, Doesn't stop you from being the best. Just
because no one has come along to share your life, Doesn't mean that day
isn't coming. Just because no one has made this race worthwhile, Doesn't
give you permission to stop running. Just because no one has realized
how much of an awesome man you are, Doesn't mean they can affect your
personality. Just because no one has shown up who can love you on your
level, Doesn't mean you have to sink to theirs. Just because you
deserve the very best there is, Doesn't mean that life is always fair. Just
because God is still preparing your queen, Doesn't mean that you're not
already a King. Just because your situation doesn't seem to be
progressing right now, Doesn't mean you need to change a thing. Keep shining,
keep running, Keep hoping, and keep praying, Keep being exactly what you
are already. COMPLETE!! JUST BECAUSE YOUR'E THERE (far away hehehe) doesn't mean
you are not remembered... You're always in my heart!!!....

Take care and cheers to life!
C'est la vie!

----- feel ko ang haba ng buhok ko! hehehe

Wednesday, August 24, 2005

I, alas, have been drawn for so long Into the ways of this modern life, Evading all pain and discomfort Yet still there is plenty of strife. I avoided all grief and unpleasantness, Indulged in so many a pleasure, Spinelessly wallowed in self-concern, And improved far too slowly, at leisure. Most of the comforts I seek from outside Result in some kind of addiction. Every attempt to withdraw from then, Results in some kind of affliction. Enough is enough, I'm done with this struggle, It's time to face what is real, And wean my attention and feelings Away from these vices, to heal. O come then that pain and discomfort, Let me see how bad you can get! I'll take out your sting by confronting you, And learn to welcome you yet. For in truth you are bringing me closer To rely on that Comfort within, That enfires the spirit and strengthens the soul, Pain to bliss, as it transmutes my sin. Each time those withdrawal symptoms Tempt me with indulgences old, I'll ROAAAR like a lion, be who I AM, With love for this body, yet bold.

--Craig Nicholson--

Thursday, August 18, 2005

Sucky Sloppy IT

Our beloved information technology support team has recently scheduled a PC reformat of our units and I just lost tons of information & files due to this exercise that they do. What a torment! now I need to start from scratch & rebuild my empire of mp3s and other stuff that I have on my computer.

And speaking of the music...

Well, I could say that they have also done me a favor by cleaning up my system (but this is a very small favor, what a meanert!), Because it gave me a chance to get over my song library & review all the music that I never thought I have missed after being at my present work for almost two years now. Oh yes, it is already quite some time. And I just felt it now. It has been quite some ride already.

Since I got this job I have now, I never got to be as updated as I was in terms of music due to a lot of changes (work time, workload, etc.) especially that I was also new at work. And that the nature of the job was totally different from my previous job (except for the language used).

Music for the last two years have been quite forgettable except for a notable few. But as I was looking around my CDs for music since I totally lost my mp3s after IT "re-ghosted" my PC (that's what they call it), I was a bit glad as I got to reconnect with the music that I always loved.

Then there I was , sitting down & listening to them, sitting laid back and smiling. I was glad to hear Third Day, LaRue, Sensefield, Ash, Jars Of Clay, Train, Travis & loads more of music made in early 2000 & a lot more of music from the 90's.

Now I am smiling...

Sunday, August 14, 2005

Ode To Love

Slowly Disappearing

I laughed, now I cry,
Yet I whisper my dreams.
But the whisper's so soft,
Nothing's all there seems.
The thrill of hope,
Long lost to fear,
Is still a glimmer,
In a sea of drear.
I'm drowning in tears,
The whisper is all that's left.
And as I strain to hear,
I'm slowly turning deaf.
I'm lost in the dark,
Of my approaching fears.
When the spark is gone,
Hope disappears.

Tuesday, August 09, 2005

Can't get enough?

"I've had a million things to say
This time, you may have heard this one before
Somehow I've been tongue-tied
Could never spit it out
I was so insecure"

This is the first few bars of LEMERSON. Not the first song that I heard from Sheila & the Insects' new album FLOWERFISH,(Maude would be the first one) but Lemersons' lyrics (especially the first stanza) hit me hard in the noggin. Relatively true, happens most of the time to would-be lovers/best mates of the male & female species. A situation that happens to someone who gets struck after seeing the man/woman of their dreams. Well, that's how the song may be interpreted in a way. Just my take on this. Try lang kumbaga.

Actually I'm doing this now since I am currently bugging Ian (of Sheila) about when I can get a copy of the album, hehehe. Can't wait.


Spending my days with you
Is like living in a world of fancy
With all the beautiful peopl i know
Makin' love in a world of vivid colours
How often have i been there
Well it really doesn't matter
As long as we're together

You and me together we will journey
To seek and see the colours of our fantasy
Come to life with a stroke of your soothing hands
All the questions in life
I will come to understand

Seasons come and seasons go
Stars will shine and lose their glow
But everytime i try to look back i know...

(That) Spending my days with you
Is like living in a world of fancy
With all the beautiful peopl i know
Makin' love in a world of vivid colours
How often have i been there
Well it really doesn't matter
As long as we're together

You and me in love with each other
There will be no problems that will bother
Just the two of us painting a world of our own
Everything is perfect
Just Like A Splendid Love Song

Seasons come and seasons go
Stars will shine and lose their glow
But everytime i try to look back i know...

(That) Spending my days with you
Is like living in a world of fancy
With all the beautiful peopl i know
Makin' love in a world of vivid colours
How often have i been there
Well it really doesn't matter
As long as we're together

--- Just Like A Splendid Love Song (Orange & Lemons)

Nice band. The song has been etched to my brain like a wart that's so hard to remove from my skin. Their 2nd album has been on my CD player for sometime now, playing over & over again. Help me find where to buy their 1st album please?

get to know the band more here: http://www.myspace.com/orangeandlemons/

Temporary Comfort

"it always starts when you cry
never ends with a smile
all you've said was a big,big lie"
-- Wishing, HALE

In a very real sense, we are the stories we tell ourselves. The stories we create will impact the way we experience the world. As we continue to outgrow our old lives, often through loss and tragedy, we need larger, deeper, more compassionate stories to deal with new and unfamiliar contexts. This is just such a time in history.

Throughout the world, countless thousands are suffering devastating losses of loved ones, homes, and jobs, while still more are struggling with ongoing fear, uncertainty, and loss of meaning. Our new life stories may be darker since the world changed forever on September 11, 2001. By including awareness of the more tragic aspects of life, however, our stories may be richer, fuller, more profound. After all, does not the stirring symphony include both the rumbling bass horns as well as the flutes? The tapestry that excites the eye is composed of both dark and bright threads to create its own unique pattern. By accepting and integrating all of our feelings--all of life with its glorious mountain peaks as well as its abysses--we become larger persons who are more capable of fully accepting ourselves and therefore eventually better able to help others.

When you can, begin to redefine the term “normal.” Instead of trying to “get back to normal” right away as we are exhorted to do, try exploring the ways in which the concept of normal has changed. You might also want to examine the ways in which you have changed. To attempt to go back to old ways that are no longer possible is to court disappointment and frustration. Let the “new normal” establish itself gradually, then accept the new standards as you can.

Be aware that even though you may attempt to get back into your old routine as quickly as possible, you might not be able to perform as well as before. You may have difficulties concentrating, you may be awkward or clumsy, or you may feel irritable and impatient. Give yourself plenty of time to readjust to the reconfigured world. Just because you function brilliantly one day is no guarantee you can maintain that high level day after day.

Be gentle with yourself. Don’t expect to be handling things “better” or “faster” than you are. You are as you are, so allow yourself to feel the way you do. You’ll deal with things more effectively when you can. In the meantime, you need whatever you need to help you get through the rough spots, whether it’s more rest, more time, or other ways of “cutting yourself some slack.”

Which of these suggestions do you think would work for you? You’ll need to find your own way. Once you redefine what is “normal” for now, try making a list of what would strengthen you. Then start with the one that works best for you to take a small step forward at your own pace.

And I myself need to do this...

Friday, August 05, 2005

"Growing older is MANDATORY, GROWING UP is optional."

Not now...

Thursday, August 04, 2005

Slightly Off Center...


















My "current" brain activity translated
(see image above)

My brain's dead... Only less than 3 hours of sleep. Can't think straight. Need my bed, BADLY.

My horoscope for the day:

Warphead says:
"You are the artistic type and have a difficult time with reality. If you are male you are most likely gay (WHAT?!). Changes of employment lead to are expected because of your inability to cope."


According to Weird Al:
"Laughter is the very best medicine, remember that when your appendix bursts next week."

"SYSTEM REBOOT FAILED"

Tuesday, August 02, 2005

La Gros Contretemps

What kind of person are you? Attitude?

Wonder why I am asking this questions?

Well, I am an idealist of sorts. And some of my ideals would be:
  • To be off at work when I'm supposed to be off.
  • Get my day's worth of rest -- hence, no talk of work, not even a slight tinge nor shadow of it.
  • Have a nice time when I'm not at work.NOT AT WORK.
These are just a couple of things that I typically want to STAY as THEY ARE. When these aren't met, then you may already know what you would expect. I wouldn't even dare to think of it, rather have the idea that the abovementioned ever be broken.

Then comes TODAY...
Now this is what I call a screw-up. and a MAJOR one at that.

Am I Pissed?!
You can easily guess. But, Thank You friend for the words of wisdom (urk!)

She said,

I'm holding my temper..I am telling myself that...

Feistiness isn't something you're unfamiliar with. And right now, you'll make that quite clear to anyone who has the audacity -- or foolishness -- to question you. Go easy on those less quick-witted
Anyone, that is....

Monday, August 01, 2005

felt like being backstabbed lately?!



"Our generation has had no Great Depression, no Great War.
Our war is spiritual. Our depression is our lives."

--Tyler Durden, FIGHT Club

Check your surroundings.

Look at the people.

I just hope our country would be ABLE to stand up and move on, away from the muck. An ugly imprint by the people who were supposed to be our LEADERS, who focused on politicking and not on finding ways to help people below the poverty line.

arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh! arrrgh!