Follow the bright lights 9:48 AM

DanceLife Theme -> Find another way - Young Love

Wintry Wilderness 3:20 AM

Wintry Wilderness
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

"Why do people live here?", I ask myself
"What makes one person stay in an ice shelf?"

You scrape your windshields daily
And shovel your way out the driveway
You shiver as you walk from one place to the next
And, for most weekends, at home you stay

Give me sun, give me sand
I miss my native land

We don't buy crap here! 10:03 PM

It's been raining turd left and right lately and, if you're not careful, you might just find your self owning one.

It may look shiny. It may have all the bells and whistles. But shat covered in butter still smells like shat.

The Playstaturd 3

This is one expensive sh@t! Seriously, there's nothing new in this console. The wireless controller, hardly revolutionary, The hard disk, been there. The internet connectivity, done that. For something that is worth $600, it sure looks hollow inside.

The iPoone

Following the footsteps of the Video iPood, this new device from Appoole is 2 generations late. No 3G connectivity. Can only store up to 8 gig of media tops. And you get tied to a shady provider (Shingle-ar). I have better things in mind for my $500.

The skanky BS

She's no longer a girl but I was hoping we would see less of the woman. This is just obscenely wrong. I can't believe Pharish was able to fool Brickney to do this! Wait... Does this mean Pharish is smarter than Brickney? The bald hoo-haa leading the bald hoo-haa!

Deja Vu 3:59 AM

Deja Vu
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

I have the same picture taken back 2002. :)

Circa 2002-ish 10:22 PM

Let's take a stroll down memory lane.



The Tridge (Midland, Michigan)

It was a great day for a ferry ride. I have been watching Grey's Anatomy these days and I get it why the characters in the show love ferry boats.



Casa Loma (Toronto, Ontario)

Possibly the only castle I have been in to. Check it out! I've been wearing leather jackets even then.



Venetian (Las Vegas, Nevada)

I gained a few pounds before going to Vegas. Looking back, I'm surprised I didn't tip over the boat.



Shedd Aquarium (Chicago, Illinois)

I had to take in the skyline. If I were to live anywhere in the US, I'll probably take up space in the Windy City.



National Tennis Center (Flushing Meadows, New York)

I dreamed of being a ballboy for Hingis. I just settled for officiating a match between 2 of the most promising up-and-comers during that time.



Disney World (Orlando, Florida)

Every kid's dream. Somehow, we all became 8 again when we saw Goofy.

The Morning After 9:52 PM

Regrets?
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

Edge: "Was it good for you?"
Jaims: "I had better."

The Reluctant Playah 10:52 AM

Chick Magnet
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

Down boy!

Mallrats 2:33 PM

Kidde Ride Craze
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

We had to harass a kid to give up the plane.
And shortly after this, we were escorted out of SM.

Hot Bones 11:06 PM

Hot Bones
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

A lot of chickens died today. Breaded and soaked in tangy jalapeño sauce, they found themselves deep within the intestines of a satisfied customer. Swimming in beer. I almost felt sorry for them. Almost.

SUBG 4eva! 12:04 PM

SUBG 4eva!
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

What ever happened to the grey skies
that day we went to EK?
What ever happened to the smile
whenever Since You've Been Gone plays?

Do the pictures show moments passed?
Days gone with no memories fond
Or did they capture moments to last?
History showing an enduring bond

Have we told all our stories of yesteryear?
Have we grown old apart?
Have we shared enough time together?
Have we had a change of heart?

I hope not.
I hope not.
I hope not.
I hope not.

Am I any wiser? 10:30 PM

A year older and yet I'm on the same road
I know I should be turning left somewhere
I could have missed it already
I may have still ways to go

A minute has gone and still I'm undecided
Should I stop and ask for directions?
Should I keep moving forward?
I digress

Another moment of hesitation and again I lose focus
A fault in humanity
I feel uncertainty
I blame myself

How not to end up alone 10:46 PM

Ok people... We are not exactly getting any younger. We do not seriously believe the "I can be happy alone" mantra anyways. I say we quit waiting for fish to jump onto our laps and throw out a net! But before we do, here are some things to remember to avoid getting ourselves tangled in our own spawned trap.

1) Hanging out in StarBucks alone in the middle of the day does not exactly say cool. Hello? Have you heard of work? Maybe, not. Ok, I see you have the mac and the ipod but where are the friends? Oh.. let me guess.. online! Play the Geek card sparringly and not to the point that you waste perfectly good StarBucks seats.

2) Break away from the traditional lunch group! What are the chances of you getting laid when you eat with the same people you work with everyday? Pretty slim. Especially when you are all guys. Not that there's something wrong with that. How about making room for a special guest one day a week. How about inviting that hot chick on the 7th floor you've always wanted to know more about next Friday? Or that lady guard down the lobby for Tuesday. You get it.

3) When someone says 'Hi'. Uhmm.. say 'Hi' back. If you feel a one syllable word is too much for you to give away, then wear a "Will not respond to 'Hi'." on your shirt to spare us the trouble.

4) Make fun of yourself. Enough with the tough guy image. Don't let people laugh at you, make them laugh with you. Tell the story of how you found yourself stuck in an elevator or when you threw up on your girlfriend. You'll be surprised how people would suddenly open up to you.

5) Are people avoiding you? It's probably because you're annoying. If you find yourself being invited only to team dinners and office outings then you probably are annoying. Simple solution: Let's say you are with a group of people. If you are about to say something, don't.

6) Don't hold back. If you like someone, say it. If you are offended, make it known. Don't go back to your shell. Express how you feel. Emotions make us human. They make us real.

Hammered in good way 12:39 PM

Mark calling the shots
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

My feet are kiling me.

Max Shangrila -> Decades Metrowalk -> Home -> EK -> GM's summer house Tagaytay

A mixture of cocktails, rides & a splash of karaoke.

Road Trips are fun.

My feet are killing me.

Goodbye Guang Xi... 6:12 PM

Our cat died today at the vet without us by his side. I feel terrible. He was just so sick. I was against taking him to the hospital beacause I know he'll just be so scared without us beside him.

Nobody deserves to die alone. Nobody.

Goodbye Guang Xi... and sorry...

Reasons why Video Calls are fun 7:51 PM

Video calls are fun when:

1) You're alone and you can't read
2) You don't have anyone around to check how your hair looks from behind
3) You want someone to check if there's a rat under your bed
4) You are short in cash and wouldn't mind hosting a peep show
5) You want to be reminded that however bad you look that day, there's always someone looking worse than you

The All-New Nokia N80 10:25 PM

And we have lift off!

Got the phone last Friday! Having so much fun tweaking it. Great browser! Very stylish... Can't wait to try out video calling. Must find a test partner though with a 3G phone.

By the way, I blogged this through my phone. :)

Psyche!

The Perfect Vantage Point 10:52 PM

Art Deco 101
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

On top of an engineering masterpiece

Hooted again! 10:43 PM

Hooted!
Originally uploaded by Mark Ordoñez.

After 4 years!

And I'm off to Taipei, Taiwan! 9:45 AM

Land of cheap electronics, the tallest building in the world and, of course, F4!

Two weeks of mandarin mayhem, I'm sure.

Click here for the latest pics!

Promiscuity 101 5:22 PM

Living in the new millenium requires us to be equal oppurtunity guys & gals - unselective, casual and indiscriminate. We try to open our doors to any stranger and engage in conversation any passerby. But there are ways to be accomodating without appearing easy. And there are ways to be a tease without being inappropriate.

Here are some tips:

1) When drinking a glass of water, slowly try to trace the path of the water as it passes through your throat or wipe a bead of sweat out of your brow. Then, try to blow a bit of air. When you catch somebody's attention (guy or girl), whisper "Hi."

2) When you accidentially (or intentionally) bump into someone you like, try not to say "Oh, do you work out" to compliment their sexy bod. Unknowingly say "Hmm.. hard muscles... soft skin..." then act surprise and blurt "Oh.. did I say that out loud?"

3) To compliment sombody's musk or eu natural, thievingly brush your nose through their hair and say something like "You sure remind me of my sneakers" or "Ohh... I miss my dog". Then quickly add "Can my nose stay in your hair for a while?"

4) Spread rumours about you and your fantasy beau having fleeting make out sessions during office hours. When your love puppy confronts you about this, casually reply "Now... would it be so bad if it were true?"

5) If your long time crush is just not giving you the time of day, slip him or her a note or an email saying "Ok... I have about 250 bucks in my wallet... I know you're busy but... I just need you to have sex with me... one time... we don't even have to cuddle..."