Manny Pacquaio is a King

There's no question Manny Pacquaio is a king. But the man does not excite me anymore.

Perhaps because MP is so strong that sometimes his fight became monotonous. He always wins so there's no suspense factor there. His opponent will just change, but it's the same fight as before and Pacquaio will always be the winner. The bet will no longer be on who's gonna win (because it would always be MP), but on what round or on what decision. Can you see my point? It's because MP is unbeatable, the sports becomes dull and less exciting.

Manny Pacquaio is king. He's getting stronger and stronger. But His fight will be just like an old movie being replayed for the nth time unless a real opponent as mighty as him comes. And by that, I don't really mean Mayweather!

Anyone who loves coffee?

I do. It makes me feel alive.

At times when office hours seems monotonous, a cup of coffee is enough bring back the colors. No more sleepiness, boredom, and lonely moments. Coffee is a powerful potion that cures every "laziness cells" in human body and boost up its energy level. Coffee makes a great morning ritual. I always look ahead to every morning thinking that a cup of hot coffee is waiting for me. This aromatic treat makes me feel I'm really blessed and fortunate. So why in the world would our office hasn't fixed our coffee maker yet?

Traffic in EDSA

Last night, 24 February, was one of the worst traffic ever happened in EDSA. Maybe next to the one during Typhoon Ondoy. The 4-km distance of Ayala-Kalayaan became a three-hour trip. There's traffic everywhere, even the shortcut routes were clogged. I found a little luck by using the Bonifacio Global City way and exited at Gate 1, I guess I saved no less than 45 minutes. Along the way I could see many stranded passengers, some were clever enough to walk instead of spending more hours in traffic.

The atmosphere last night in EDSA got me thinking was there another People Power? Ironically, it turns out all the chaos and traffic was due to commemoration of People Power/EDSA revolution which took place years ago. I mean, why do we celebrate a "peaceful revolution" with some idea that would cause chaos? Well, only in the Philippines I guess.

First Monthsary

The After Six Guy turns one month today. Barely 31 days ago, on the first day of 2010, this blog promised to exist and stay. Not for days, or months. But maybe for years, or a decade. One month is another milestones. Although this blog still finds its niche, it proved true to its promise to exist and stay. Well, at least for a month.

Wanted: Yaya

All working parents would agree with me that finding the right Yaya (Babysitter) is one of our top problem. You can't really get the best of both world, and if you're really choosy you might end up having no yaya at all. Like what happened in my case. Now, I'm really empty-handed and I hope I could find the right one soon. My criteria are not that strict: she must be honest, and kind, and hardworking, and neat, and has a good time-management skill, and sense of humor. I don't care if she's not a good cook. My GF can do that!

Parenthood Lessons from Jason Ivler

As a young dad, I got valuable lessons from the recent incident involving Ivler and his mom. There are allegations that Ivler's mom hid him in their house to escape from being caught by police authority. Ivler is the primary suspect for the murder of a top-ranking government official in the Philippines.

There is no question that parents have undying and limitless love for their kids, but "love" is not just about giving them the all best in the world, but giving them your best self. It's not about taking side on them, but letting them understand which side to take. Sometimes the hardest part of being a parent is to realize when is "too much" too much. It is our important role to give our kids the best, but it is also our role to set boundaries.

Top 5 City Driving Songs

1. Boom Boom Pow - Black Eyed Peas is the real master of hiphop and techno music. Play this while driving 150 kph in an express way and you'll really feel the bumpin' boom boom effect. Just be careful and don't let the beat "rocks" you!
2. Antukin (Sleepy) - This emo song came from Filipino rocker Rico Blanco, former Rivermaya lead vocalist. Play this when coming home late from the office, or after few hanging sessions with your girlfriends and you just can't resist being home soon for a sleep. The lyrics are like coffee that will wake you up especially with lines like: "gumawa na lang tayo ng B-A-B-Y! (let's make a baby).
3. I Gotta Feeling - The only song that beats BEP's Boom Boom Pow in the countdown chart is, well, another Black Eyed Peas song. I Gotta Feeling has the same formula as all BEP hits: superb audio mix, witty lyrics, and hot chicks with a hot voice. Play this when on your way to the office, business meeting, or intimate date to give you that vibrant and positive aura (and maybe hot looks).
4. Right Now (Na Na Na) - Akon says it all in the song so don't ask for further explanation. Play this when you've got the hottest date inside your car and you want to take every opportunity to get her. But, believe me, don't ever ever ever took the same mistake to play this when you're with your parents or your hot girl's parents. Not unless you want the relationship to end soon.
5. You Belong to Me - This possessively-titled song really titilliates every man's senses. Just Imagine your girl saying that line to you and you'll forget everything. But, if you're not really into pop or country music, just keep in mind that the sweet voice behind the is a hot 19-year old blond, Taylor Swift. Play this when you're caught in a heavy traffic and you'll feel like being lullabyed in the arms of that sweet young blond.

Holiday Blues

I guess my energy level is zero, enthusiam level at negative. I feel like a lifeless robot. I guess it will take time before I get back to my working mode again. I need more cups of coffee to remain awake, more energy drink to keep going.

Blame it to long holidays. Now I understand why most successful firms hated long breaks because it took away their people's business discipline. Not that I'm complaining with long holidays (secretly I'm thankful and wish they were longer), I just hope there's some special button to press when "holiday blues" strikes us.

Welcome 2010!

Happy new year everyone!

Each year promises a new beginning, but as each year ends we also realize broken promises. I barely knew people who stick true to their new year's resolution and became the person they want to be. But then, we keep on making our new set of promises each year and we've very optimistic to be more "obedient" this time.

I am one of that "new-years-hopeful". This year I promised to keep alive this blog until, well, next year or beyond 2010. I hope this blog won't last only after 2 weeks with only 2 posts. I hope this blog will really recollect my personal thoughts on almost anything anytime anywhere. I hope I could meet more friendly people online. I hope blogging could bring out the best in me.

We'll see next year.