Having a bad day and getting some laughter

Much like everyone else who had to weather all bad trips or negativities around; like that virtually unnoticed associate in one corner of the office, or that kasambahay who had to succumb the ire of her boss due by putting salt in his coffee by mistake, or like that contestant booted out of the AI (American Idol), I also experience a bad day.

And i just had one today, and this blogging thing is my therapy.

But the problem is, I had to control myself because this is not my personal blog, rather, of the book KAPENG ARABO. And so, I had to ease out and psyche myself that we are still living in a good world after all.

Nonetheless, having a bad day is as natural as combing your hair or putting toes inside old shoe, and so we need something to counter its effects.

And here's what i found on the net, some interesting thoughts.

1. Here's an article from oprah.com. The topic really is about interview with Daniel Pink, the author of "A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future" but during the course of interview, you'll come across the idea that there are laughter clubs where the agenda is for people to come together and laugh for no reason at all. Accordingly, they recite "Ho-ho-ha-ha- ha, ho-ho-ha-ha- ha, ho-ho-ha-ha- ha" repeatedly.

According to Pink, this is a brain exercise we all can do. Laughter is not about laughing at a joke or at something; it's about the physicality of laughing. It's laughter yoga, or a kind of meditation. And we call can do that. Check out the rest of the article by clicking here.

2. Ok, fine if you are not amused with laughing for no reason at all, here's a video I personally couldn't stop myself laughing after watching. But please, I have the least intent to discredit Ms.Barreto. And I know this is an old old video, but I just found it funny at the moment. No offense meant to all the fans. Check it out:

Democracy Challenge

I'd like to share this video to the readers this blog. This small video made by students of the University of the Philippines emerged in the frontline beating over 900 entries from over 95 countries in the recently concluded DEMOCRACY CHALLENGE.

Whether you agree to what it says is immaterial. I have all but positive words to this work. It is awesome, and very powerful. Because it combined the power of photography, written and spoken words. Kudos to all Pinoys!



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OFW PO AKO - The thin line that defines the difference of an OFW from a Balikbayan!

I really found this article witty and very interesting. To blog owner of BarrioSiete.com, please pardon my taking liberty of posting this article. I just had to. Anyways, I am linking your blog:

Nangingilo ko pag tinatawag akong Balikbayan, hindi dahil galit ako sa mga ito, kundi dahil sa tingin ko di ako “qualified” to be labeled as BALIKBAYAN—ako ay isang OFW. Katulad ng nakabalandra sa 1st Floor sa POEA sa Ortigas ang nakasulat ay —-drum roll please….“This way to BALIK-MANGGAGAWA CENTRE”. Di ba malinaw hindi BALIKBAYAN CENTRE!
Mga dahilan (di naman masyado marami) kung bakit ako nagka-AVERSION sa konsepto ng BALIKBAYAN:

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KA Battle of the Bands

Yep. You read it right. KA, in its attempt to reach out to 'young minds' (notice I did not write young people) is sponsoring a battle of the bands.


The event on July 11, 2009 at the Las Pinas Covered Court, Philippines is co-sponsored by Cordia, an international company (branch in the Philippines) that promotes continuous communication between families separted miles away from one another. It uses VoIP technology so Filipinos abroad can talk to their families and loved ones in the Philippines unlimited.

I shall post updates as the event draws. Meanwhile, those interested to personally witness how the young generation struts its version of rock and roll, you may call +639212122320/90832758170 or 4903653 for the tickets, or visit http://kanmg.multiply.com for other details.

Rock-rock-an na ito!
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Lupang Hinirang

Inspired by the month of June's special event, being the celebration of the country's Independence, this video is worth sharing. This perhaps is the most symbolical Lupang Hinirang MTV I've ever seen.

If you're a Filipino, watch it. It's worth your time.