Opinions and Writings
Beckham should be bent
I've avoided posting about David Beckham (ever since ever, and ever since I got the message from a fellow football afficionado). For one, I've never been a fan of Beckham. When everyone was raving his left foot, I was cheering for Roberto Carlos. Everyone cheered for...
Things to ask a seller of a second-hand guitar
Authors Note:This is the second part on my How to buy a second-hand guitar series of articles. As the second installation of my second-hand guitar buying guide series, I'll be writing about what things to ask a seller about his/her second-hand guitar that's on...
Surviving a speaking marathon
So I spoke for St. Matthew's College in Cainta, Rizal yesterday. My topic is built for the geek stuff - Learning Resources for the Internet Generation. "And boy, it was a blast. There were four different sessions for the different levels in high school. So I was...
Why buy a second-hand guitar
Authors Note:This is the first part on my How to buy a second-hand guitar series of articles. I've been sort of a guitar guide to newbie friends. I wouldn't claim to be a guitar expert. I've just made and effort to combine my keen purchasing skills with my collective...
So who was the “Next Jordan” again?
I've been a Heat fan ever since Shaq and D-Wade got it going. But what the heck, they're the defending champs and they're a losing team (with 19W-23L) with the All-Star Weekend looming. Blame it on an aging Shaq for missing out so many games to injury. D-Wade's still...
Boston Engineering guitar effects and audio stuff
Okay for Pinoy guitar afficionados who have been following the latest effects and accessories, you may have chanced upon the seemingly popular guitar effects brand Boston Engineering. It's one of those great substitute brands for analog guitar effects. I personally...
Peryodiko Gigs for February
This came in from Vin Dancel (Admit One Productions, formerly of Twisted Halo). Peryodiko gig lineup for February. Feb 2 - Big Sky Mind Feb 17 - Admit One at saGuijo Feb 23 - Rock Ed Bicol Benefit at the Ateneo Feb 27 - saGuijo Play4Serve
Employee burnout is the workplace enemy
How many offices really keep their work-hours pegged on a steady 9 to 5 grind? Why do we hear of so many cases of burnt out employees? Employee burnout is a form of psychological, physical, and emotional exhaustion from a series of toll-taking incidents in the...
Wi-fi and genetic mutations
British journal The Times featured a story on parents pushing for the dismantling of wi-fi infrastructure in schools as reports have indicated the dangers of 801.11 radio. The article cites the cause of parental concern: ...low levels of microwave radiation emitted by...