Basketball memories

My dad and I have always shared a love for the game of basketball. It started very early on for me, growing up in the Philippines, my dad and uncles would watch the PBA (Philippine Basketball Association) 3 times a week, and occasionally, an NBA game (they usually show Lakers or Celtics games back then) and I would sit there, with them, learning the mechanics of the game for years, until I've developed my own appreciation for it. I was a very enthusiastic basketball fan, to the point where I actually tried out for the basketball team in high school.

The enthusiasm carried over when we migrated to Canada. In Toronto, I became an even bigger hoops fan. I started watching college ball, on top of following the NBA. I became a massive Chicago Bulls fan, thanks to Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. I was a die-hard fan of the Bulls. I watched every game, if I missed it, it would be an awful day for me. My friends, especially my guy friends, knew very well how much of a Bulls fan I was, they would purposely root for the opposing team just to get me riled up. When the Bulls lose, I was a rotten loser, and when they win, I was an unbearable winner.

In college hoops, I became a massive Duke Blue Devils fan, and so did my dad. I was also a UCLA Bruins fan (sorry, my USC fam-bam), and the Fab 5 of UMich. I bought the magazines, watched the shows. I couldn't be bothered when March Madness came along. Yup. Big hoops fan.

Anyway, I'm writing this blog as a result of watching the UNC Tar Heels/Duke Blue Devils game tonight. These 2 schools have a lot of history, and they're biggest rivals. Brought back a flood of memories, watching hoops with me pops. Naturally, I rooted for the Blue Devils (who won, by the way). I got a bit teary-eyed watching because it reminded me of my dad. I really miss watching the games with him. We really got into it. Oh, Dad was a massive Boston Celtics fan. He loved how understated they were, no flash, but got the job done. His favourite player was Larry Bird (Magic was his other fave).

Sadly, I've lost my enthusiasm for the game, somewhat. I'm trying to follow the games again, especially with the Toronto Raptors around. But for nostalgia's sake, I will start watching again.

Test post... yet again.

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Level 42 - Love Games (Club Nokia - LA) - July 31, 2010

Well, someone was noticeably absent at the beginning of "Love Games" and for most of the song... Sean Freeman, where were you? Popped into the loo? LOL

Adele - Chasing Pavements

DEFINITELY my song at the mo'. Should I give up? or should I just keep chasing pavements, even if it leads nowhere?

My girl, Adele, knows.

"Chasing Pavements" by Adele

I've made up my mind, don't need to think it over
If I'm wrong I am right,don't need to look no further
This ain't lust,I know this is love

But if I tell the world I'll never say enough
'cause it was not said to you
And that's exactly what I need to do
if I end up with you

Should I give up or should I just keep chasing pavements
Even if it leads nowhere?
Or would it be a waste even if I knew my place
Should I leave it there?
Should I give up or should I just keep chasing pavements
Even if it leads nowhere?

I build myself up and fly around in circles
Waiting as my heart drops and my back begins to tingle
Finally, could this be it

Or should I give up or should I just keep chasing pavements
Even if it leads nowhere?
Or would it be a waste even if I knew my place
Should I leave it there?
Should I give up or should I just keep chasing pavements
Even if it leads nowhere?

This is just all sorts of awesome!

I want to get this shirt. Someone get me this shirt. Begging, pleading, groveling. LOL It's all sorts of awesome!

Doctor Who Trust Me T-Shirt | Sci Fi Network T-Shirt - Sci Fi Store

Bills Bills Bills-Glee Version-Full Performance

Not bad. Not bad at all. Go, a cappella!

Ground hog day!

It's Ground Hog Day, peeps! I wonder if good ol' mister Ground Hog saw his shadow or not. I'm ready for warmer weather, already!

I'm still in bed, under the covers, because it's a bit chilly. Last night, the Santa Ana winds were howling, and it kinda creeped me out for a bit. I suppose I should get up and see how Buffy, the Pomeranian, is doing. Don't know if it's suitable for him to be outside if it's this cold. He DOES has a nice coat though. This K-9 is stylin'. ;)

Still no progress on the work front. I'm getting a bit anxious, and slightly discouraged. But, I know that the Lord has a job out there for me. I just have to be patient, and be diligent in sending out my resume/applying.

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Pete Ray Biggin - Drummers Alliance on Blue Peter 1993

Guess who won? LOL Was there ever any doubt? Even at 13, the boy got some swaggah. Go, Pete!