...the first is a ransom note.
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This entry has been pushed back for awhile, so I figured I'd better just write it or else I'd never get to it. So recently I've been watching more TV than normal, and I've come to realize that there are some pretty great ads out there. It doesn't need to be said that the majority of advertisements are pretty crappy... but it's the rare awesome ads that I want to focus on. For example, a rare gem are the Comcast ads. Words of wisdom illustrated by completely random and often hilarious scenarios. In the words of a crappier advertisement, brilliant! There are two advertisements that I saw the other day that have stuck with me. The first is the Discovery channel advertisement about how awesome the world is. You can't help but feel nice and warm when you hear the song. Apparently it's an old camp song, but that doesn't change it's awesomeness. Especially if you're an avid Discovery Channel watcher and can recognize some of the hosts who sing in it. The commercial is this generation's hippie song (I really can't think of a good hippie example...maybe Kumbaya?) And if you don't believe me in the brilliance of Discovery Channel' advertisements, try this one, and this one, and this one.
Not all advertisements go for humor or warm happy goodness. Some display its genius in more subtle ways. And what's more subtle than a lingerie clad model whose...ahem...eyes...yeah eyes...have the power to stop a man dead in his tracks. It's really quite simple actually. To make an effective advertisement, all you need is someone with long flowing hair, perfectly colored skin, eyes that seem to stare straight into your soul, soft supple lips, and a great set of...um...personalities... What was I talking about? No matter. The point is that Victoria's Secret' new bra, the new Dream Angels with memory fit, is a very effective and well crafted advertisement. Why? Look at the commercial. Doesn't that look like the most comfortable thing on the planet? I don't even have boobs and I think that wearing one of those would be like floating on a sea of soft memory foam (which by the way, is probably one of the greatest inventions ever. They should put memory foam into everything). What's softer than a supple breast? A supple breast cradled in memory foam, that's what. It's like airbags for your...well...airbags. Genius. It reminds me of one of those Bud light commercials. In fact, now I want to try doing one of my own. Enjoy.
Today, we salute you, Mr. Memory Foam Bra Inventor
(Mr. Memory Foam Bra Inventor)
You've done what man has only dreamed of,
making a soft supple breast, even softer.
(Feels like a pillow)
You slaved away tirelessly trying to add new things:
Tin foil. Sandpaper. None of which seemed to work.
(Ouch, ouchie, ouch, ouch)
Until one day you decided, lets give a pillow,
to those chest pillows.
(Posturepedic goodness)
So crack open a nice cold Budweiser beer, oh master of the mammaries,
because when it comes to the chest, you're the best.
Wow...quite possibly the weirdest/lewdest post yet.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Monday, April 14, 2008
Music washes away from the soul...
...the dust of everyday life.
It's kind of funny how music can evoke so many different memories and emotions. For instance, when you hear Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You", you may suddenly be reminded of a long lost lover that got away. Or when you hear virtually any Boyz II Men song, you may be brought back to a time where you can literally feel the sweet supple touch of soft lips as your entire body reaches its quintessence of arousal created by that first kiss.
As for me, well lets face it, I'm a nerd. And so it's only fitting that it is nerdy music that evokes memories and emotions in me. Case in point, John Williams' "Battle of Endor." There are many feelings that emerge when listening to this classic piece. First off, it's an epic score that encompasses the true essence of Star Wars and its battle between good and evil. Located at the climax of the ultimate saga known to man, the Battle of Endor delivers on multiple levels. There are parts that seems almost patriotic, as the tones and transitions prepares you and makes you feel as if you're a rebel fighter attacking the mighty Deathstar. No other score conveys surprise after surprise let engulfs you until you can actually feel the sense the complete bewilderment of Home One as Admiral Ackbar yells "It's a trap!" What other music gives you the proud sense of victory in overcoming the odds and taking down the might Super Star Destroyer, despite its intensified forward fire power. However, I think the emotions that the Battle of Endor best discloses are struggle, pain, and loss. My heart can't help but ache every time I see the unnamed Ewok fall victim to a well placed laser blast. And to make it even worse, you must endure watching his furry lil buddy get his heart broken as he realizes that his companion is not moving because he is sleeping...for eternity. So the next time you see me in the lab, and out of no where you see a single tear, it's because of John Williams and his astute ability to make music that allows me to relive the loss of the unnamed Ewok for as many times as I can hit the back button on my iPod.
Here's to you lil buddy.
It's a trap!!
It's kind of funny how music can evoke so many different memories and emotions. For instance, when you hear Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You", you may suddenly be reminded of a long lost lover that got away. Or when you hear virtually any Boyz II Men song, you may be brought back to a time where you can literally feel the sweet supple touch of soft lips as your entire body reaches its quintessence of arousal created by that first kiss.
As for me, well lets face it, I'm a nerd. And so it's only fitting that it is nerdy music that evokes memories and emotions in me. Case in point, John Williams' "Battle of Endor." There are many feelings that emerge when listening to this classic piece. First off, it's an epic score that encompasses the true essence of Star Wars and its battle between good and evil. Located at the climax of the ultimate saga known to man, the Battle of Endor delivers on multiple levels. There are parts that seems almost patriotic, as the tones and transitions prepares you and makes you feel as if you're a rebel fighter attacking the mighty Deathstar. No other score conveys surprise after surprise let engulfs you until you can actually feel the sense the complete bewilderment of Home One as Admiral Ackbar yells "It's a trap!" What other music gives you the proud sense of victory in overcoming the odds and taking down the might Super Star Destroyer, despite its intensified forward fire power. However, I think the emotions that the Battle of Endor best discloses are struggle, pain, and loss. My heart can't help but ache every time I see the unnamed Ewok fall victim to a well placed laser blast. And to make it even worse, you must endure watching his furry lil buddy get his heart broken as he realizes that his companion is not moving because he is sleeping...for eternity. So the next time you see me in the lab, and out of no where you see a single tear, it's because of John Williams and his astute ability to make music that allows me to relive the loss of the unnamed Ewok for as many times as I can hit the back button on my iPod.
Here's to you lil buddy.
It's a trap!!Saturday, April 12, 2008
Health is not valued...
...till sickness comes.
So this past work week has been some what stressful, with it's ups and downs, but it's finally over, and I can say that progress has been made. I'm finally close to finishing up my protocol optimization. Plus, this week has had it's share of fun times as well.
Thursday, me and some of the Dvax crew headed out to the Kensington Circus pub. I was, to say the very least, disappointed that it was not very circus like. No clowns, no bears, no creepy carnies (although the latter may only be fount at actual carnivals). It was a very pub like atmosphere, so I guess the name wasn't a complete lie. The cool thing was that they had this little corner with toys that the kids could go and play at. Pre-partying started @ BK's place, with our very own YC making her specialty multi-layered shots. Good food + good drinks + lewd/crude conversations = WIN!
Friday was badminton with the usual crew. It was super packed and we spent half the time waiting for a court via their crappy rotation system. But by this time, I was definitely feeling under the weather, compliments of some of my coworkers. But I tried my best to tough it out and play even though I was feeling pretty crappy. It was still fun, and dinner afterwards was good. All in all a pretty good end to a long week. Here's some pics that were taken from my new toy!
Cube Art
Working hard
Cute blonde :)
So this past work week has been some what stressful, with it's ups and downs, but it's finally over, and I can say that progress has been made. I'm finally close to finishing up my protocol optimization. Plus, this week has had it's share of fun times as well.
Thursday, me and some of the Dvax crew headed out to the Kensington Circus pub. I was, to say the very least, disappointed that it was not very circus like. No clowns, no bears, no creepy carnies (although the latter may only be fount at actual carnivals). It was a very pub like atmosphere, so I guess the name wasn't a complete lie. The cool thing was that they had this little corner with toys that the kids could go and play at. Pre-partying started @ BK's place, with our very own YC making her specialty multi-layered shots. Good food + good drinks + lewd/crude conversations = WIN!
Friday was badminton with the usual crew. It was super packed and we spent half the time waiting for a court via their crappy rotation system. But by this time, I was definitely feeling under the weather, compliments of some of my coworkers. But I tried my best to tough it out and play even though I was feeling pretty crappy. It was still fun, and dinner afterwards was good. All in all a pretty good end to a long week. Here's some pics that were taken from my new toy!
Cube Art
Working hard
Cute blonde :)Wednesday, April 9, 2008
If we believe that tomorrow will be better...
...than we can overcome the hardships of today.
So today was definitely a stressful day. I guess it's bound to happen in the working world where everything just seems to come crashing down. My optimization protocol is taking longer than expected, and I can't help but feel that there are lot of people waiting for me to finish. Or rather, are eagerly watching over my shoulder for data. But today, instead of completing me serial dilutions, I had to mess around with a messed up calculation template, which had two blaring mistakes. One caused a 1000 fold error, and the other, caused a reciprocal 1000 fold error. Guess someone up there really likes me, since mathematically wise, the errors canceled each other out, and the erroneous template just happened to spit out the correct answer. Sheer dumb luck. I think I should buy a lotto ticket.
Tomorrow is play time at the pub, and hopefully will get to test out my new camera. Also, I'll be sure to post pics of the cubicle art that appears from time to time behind me.
So today was definitely a stressful day. I guess it's bound to happen in the working world where everything just seems to come crashing down. My optimization protocol is taking longer than expected, and I can't help but feel that there are lot of people waiting for me to finish. Or rather, are eagerly watching over my shoulder for data. But today, instead of completing me serial dilutions, I had to mess around with a messed up calculation template, which had two blaring mistakes. One caused a 1000 fold error, and the other, caused a reciprocal 1000 fold error. Guess someone up there really likes me, since mathematically wise, the errors canceled each other out, and the erroneous template just happened to spit out the correct answer. Sheer dumb luck. I think I should buy a lotto ticket.
Tomorrow is play time at the pub, and hopefully will get to test out my new camera. Also, I'll be sure to post pics of the cubicle art that appears from time to time behind me.
Saturday, April 5, 2008
When you look back on your life...
...some of your greatest happinesses are family happinesses.
So today representatives of my family gathered together with representatives of the families of the immediate aunts and uncles to pay our respects to our passed ancestors and relatives. This was, of course, in line with the Chinese tradition. So bright and early, my family and I headed to the farmer's market to buy flowers. The farmer's market is a great place to buy all sorts of goodies, and like many of the other shoppers, we succumbed to the irresistible temptations of freshly popped kettle corn...and if that wasn't bad enough, we also gave in to the mini donuts :P Is it possible to create a more perfect bite-sized piece of cinnamony/sugary heaven? No. No it is not.
We headed to Colma, the city where the population of the dead outnumber the living. So if zombies ever do become a reality, be sure to stay away from that place. It was nice seeing my relatives again, and I know that my Grandma would have been really happy that we were all together as a family, remembering her and our other passed relatives. And as per tradition, afterwards, we all went out to a big feast. We hit up this buffet place called Moonstar, which is right next to Koi Palace in Daly City. It was good, some foods being better than others, and for the most part, the quality was better than other buffets.
I also learned a new fact today. The term "2 buck Chuck" is actually referring to a wine sold at Trader Joe's. Charles Shaw wine is actually sold for $1.99, who woulda thought. I'm also getting acquainted with my new toy...my Canon SD870IS. Finally I'll be able to take pictures and not have to worry whether or not my camera will turn on. While my me and my old Fujifilm did have some good times, I definitely won't miss it.
Hopefully soon, I'll have something more interesting to write about. These entries have been kind of sub-par. Do YOU have any suggestions?
So today representatives of my family gathered together with representatives of the families of the immediate aunts and uncles to pay our respects to our passed ancestors and relatives. This was, of course, in line with the Chinese tradition. So bright and early, my family and I headed to the farmer's market to buy flowers. The farmer's market is a great place to buy all sorts of goodies, and like many of the other shoppers, we succumbed to the irresistible temptations of freshly popped kettle corn...and if that wasn't bad enough, we also gave in to the mini donuts :P Is it possible to create a more perfect bite-sized piece of cinnamony/sugary heaven? No. No it is not.
We headed to Colma, the city where the population of the dead outnumber the living. So if zombies ever do become a reality, be sure to stay away from that place. It was nice seeing my relatives again, and I know that my Grandma would have been really happy that we were all together as a family, remembering her and our other passed relatives. And as per tradition, afterwards, we all went out to a big feast. We hit up this buffet place called Moonstar, which is right next to Koi Palace in Daly City. It was good, some foods being better than others, and for the most part, the quality was better than other buffets.
I also learned a new fact today. The term "2 buck Chuck" is actually referring to a wine sold at Trader Joe's. Charles Shaw wine is actually sold for $1.99, who woulda thought. I'm also getting acquainted with my new toy...my Canon SD870IS. Finally I'll be able to take pictures and not have to worry whether or not my camera will turn on. While my me and my old Fujifilm did have some good times, I definitely won't miss it.
Hopefully soon, I'll have something more interesting to write about. These entries have been kind of sub-par. Do YOU have any suggestions?
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Sometimes it doesn't matter which side of the fence you get off on...
...What matters most is the fact that you get off. You cannot make progress without making decisions.
**NOTE:** I started this entry 3 weeks ago, but haven't had the time to actually finish it. Therefore this will just be a super long entry to accommodate everything that has happened. So don't say I didn't warn you if your eyeballs pop.
This past week, I've had to make several decisions that could very well change how the next year or two of my life plays out. Perhaps the most important decision I've had to make is in regards to the MCATs, which I am scheduled to take in April. I'd like to say that despite my best efforts, studying isn't going as well as I'd hope, but that would be a lie. I could lie to you all and lie to myself, but that still wouldn't help me prepare for the test any better. The honest truth is that I haven't been putting my best effort into studying. I haven't been doing all the things that I should be doing in order to maximize what little free time I have. I can make all the excuses I want, blaming long hours at work, constant fatigue, and busy weekends, but in the end, none of that justifies my lack of motivation. I feel different, like I've changed, and I'm not liking who I've become. Somewhere along the road, the old me and the new me got separated, and I need to get myself together...
...but like the title of this entry says, what matters most is to make a decision and move forward. Progression is dependent on the ability to ward off idleness. So I've made the executive decision to push back my MCATs till June instead of April. This has two distinct consequences. The first is that I now have more time to study and better prepare myself for the test. The second is that I've delayed my application process for another year. Both are good and bad. It's good that I'm getting more time to study, but bad because it gives me a false sense of security. Delaying the application process is good because I have more time to better up the app and make myself more appealing, but bad in the sense that it'll be another 2 and a half years (1 year for the next app season and 18 months for the actual application process) at the very soonest before my dreams of becoming a doctor are realized. Plus with the unstable lifestyle of the biotech industry, I may have the added stress of looking for another job. So many uncertainties.
But enough of the dramatic stuff. These past two weeks have also been filled with lots of fun. There have been lots of birthday celebrations, including but not limited to drunken fun at T-Rex and AsiaSF. Now I've always heard stories about AsiaSF, but had never ventured there, until last Wednesday. Surprisingly, it was way more fun than I ever imagined. It wasn't weird knowing the fact that the beautiful women were actually beautiful men. It was a night filled with wild debauchery, lots of alcohol, and dancing; all in all, a great birthday celebration, and perhaps one of the most fun Wednesday nights ever. Ever. =Þ
The following day was also quite fun, thanks to Dvax's very own ELISA Queen, for taking me out to the ball game! Though a die hard A's fan, I put my team loyalties aside, and enjoyed a Giant's pre-season expo against the Mariners, all in the name of the game haha. Despite the defeat of the Giants, unholy parking prices, and despite the fact that we were both dumb enough not to bring our sweatshirts even though we're both Bay Area natives and know very well how cold it can get in SF (which would ultimately lead to an ill-fated attempt to faux-warm ourselves up with booze, huddled arms to share warmth, and finally a rejuvenation via hot chocolate), I had a great night :)
More recently, we went to celebrate BK's one year at Dvax. Nothing too fancy, some food and beer, and great friends, what more can you ask for? How about a cute blonde who couldn't keep her hands off me? I don't mean to toot my own horn, but what can I say? This charm, these dashing looks, it's almost unfair...almost. What's my secret? It's all about the smooth pickup lines. Here's a freebie from my personal collection. "If I were an enzyme I would be DNA helicase so I could unzip your genes."
:)
**NOTE:** I started this entry 3 weeks ago, but haven't had the time to actually finish it. Therefore this will just be a super long entry to accommodate everything that has happened. So don't say I didn't warn you if your eyeballs pop.
This past week, I've had to make several decisions that could very well change how the next year or two of my life plays out. Perhaps the most important decision I've had to make is in regards to the MCATs, which I am scheduled to take in April. I'd like to say that despite my best efforts, studying isn't going as well as I'd hope, but that would be a lie. I could lie to you all and lie to myself, but that still wouldn't help me prepare for the test any better. The honest truth is that I haven't been putting my best effort into studying. I haven't been doing all the things that I should be doing in order to maximize what little free time I have. I can make all the excuses I want, blaming long hours at work, constant fatigue, and busy weekends, but in the end, none of that justifies my lack of motivation. I feel different, like I've changed, and I'm not liking who I've become. Somewhere along the road, the old me and the new me got separated, and I need to get myself together...
...but like the title of this entry says, what matters most is to make a decision and move forward. Progression is dependent on the ability to ward off idleness. So I've made the executive decision to push back my MCATs till June instead of April. This has two distinct consequences. The first is that I now have more time to study and better prepare myself for the test. The second is that I've delayed my application process for another year. Both are good and bad. It's good that I'm getting more time to study, but bad because it gives me a false sense of security. Delaying the application process is good because I have more time to better up the app and make myself more appealing, but bad in the sense that it'll be another 2 and a half years (1 year for the next app season and 18 months for the actual application process) at the very soonest before my dreams of becoming a doctor are realized. Plus with the unstable lifestyle of the biotech industry, I may have the added stress of looking for another job. So many uncertainties.
But enough of the dramatic stuff. These past two weeks have also been filled with lots of fun. There have been lots of birthday celebrations, including but not limited to drunken fun at T-Rex and AsiaSF. Now I've always heard stories about AsiaSF, but had never ventured there, until last Wednesday. Surprisingly, it was way more fun than I ever imagined. It wasn't weird knowing the fact that the beautiful women were actually beautiful men. It was a night filled with wild debauchery, lots of alcohol, and dancing; all in all, a great birthday celebration, and perhaps one of the most fun Wednesday nights ever. Ever. =Þ
The following day was also quite fun, thanks to Dvax's very own ELISA Queen, for taking me out to the ball game! Though a die hard A's fan, I put my team loyalties aside, and enjoyed a Giant's pre-season expo against the Mariners, all in the name of the game haha. Despite the defeat of the Giants, unholy parking prices, and despite the fact that we were both dumb enough not to bring our sweatshirts even though we're both Bay Area natives and know very well how cold it can get in SF (which would ultimately lead to an ill-fated attempt to faux-warm ourselves up with booze, huddled arms to share warmth, and finally a rejuvenation via hot chocolate), I had a great night :)
More recently, we went to celebrate BK's one year at Dvax. Nothing too fancy, some food and beer, and great friends, what more can you ask for? How about a cute blonde who couldn't keep her hands off me? I don't mean to toot my own horn, but what can I say? This charm, these dashing looks, it's almost unfair...almost. What's my secret? It's all about the smooth pickup lines. Here's a freebie from my personal collection. "If I were an enzyme I would be DNA helicase so I could unzip your genes."
:)
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