Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Wounded Angel~

Nothing is ever what it seems. We see it, we hear it, we smell it, we taste it and we feel it. But sometimes we can't explain it. Why is this so? Its because we humans love to complicate things. Especially when trying to keep things simple. We end up over doing it and making it obvious. Sometimes its good to confront, at times bottle it up. We strive for the better, despite all the negative criticism and obstacles that comes our way. The feelings of achieving it later, can never be bought but only savouring the moment. Sometimes you wish you knew more but most times, we tend to feel we shouldn't know more than we already know, rather what people think we know. Advantage maybe, but would you prefer not knowing than to suffer? Id rather suffer, quietly. Observe..

we are all angels, you and I,
mean to some, but nice to another,
we lend our wings to those that cannot fly,
even if we are hypocrites,
judging before we know,
we fly when we want to,
bringing those we want, leaving others behind,
we choose who to love, who to hate,
we protect what is dear to us, and abuse everything else,
but most of all,
we angels battle,
we fight daily for what we believe in, gaining battle scars,
and wounding others..

This is what it means to be an angel, because we know we are not perfect. Just trying to make the best of the moment..

But never ever let the demons haunt you, for you will only be a fallen, wounded angel.

Rise my angel, for we shall soar the heavens together.. gracefully~

Monday, January 28, 2008

Sumimasen...

Finally, an update. Back in Japan. Tokyo this time round. AS predicted, a very lively but busy place. Winter is cold, but warm at home. Darn wind. And its rather expensive..

First weekend was spent in Nikko. Visited the Toshogu Shrine, then Kegon Falls, Cheuzen-ji lake and finally the Yamoto Onsen where we failed to find monkeys in the onsens. But we did see monkeys. Very amusing. The snow and ice, beautiful combination. Still wished I have a decent camera mated with a good lens to play around with..

Not sure what lies ahead, but its job hunting priority now.. albeit the slight harsh coldness that provokes the aura of "unwelcome-ness"..

There is more to it than meets the eye...

Friday, January 18, 2008

Life in a DiGitaL age!~

Time in KL has passed by too quickly. It just seems that I just got here. Havent met all my friends, havent got everything I want or shop for.. so many things, so little time.. I'm in love for gadgets, especially pretty and unique ones... digital toys I wanna get:

1) HP Pavillion DV2715tx (verve imprint)
2) Canon 40D + lens
3) Razer Mouse n Mouse pad
4) Ipod (maybe...)

Decisions, decisions.. cant wait to get my own place..

Tuesday, January 15, 2008

Balik Kampung!~

Has it ended? It just felt surreal. I WAS in Italy.. wished I had more!. Always have seconds.. :D Anyways coming back here feels good, although hot, humid and busy.. We moved up last time I was here from the 7th to the 31st. Can see more of the city now. Makes me miss my garden tho.. lying and rolling in the grass, drinking what ever I fancy, cooking or BBQ'ing. Ahh NZ life. But thigns have changed, I feel the urge to get out and do something about my life. I know, I should start working soon, once I get everything sorted. My aim: UK!.. for a lot of reasons.

Meanwhile, I have every right to shop now, to regain what is lost, and start anew. New clothes, new image perhaps, new accessories (if any), shoes bags, gadgets etc etc.. even with new views in life. But above all that, I am the same old. Doing things to make me better. And doing things to make my dreams a reality..

You coming?

Thursday, January 10, 2008

Ciao!~

In less than 48 hrs, I will leave this beautiful place. Albeit the bad start, it has made up for it. It certainly made and impact on me and how I would view things from now on, my philosophies. Whether things that happen with me, or without. Life is like that, we go where it takes us. Like the old saying 'Go with the flow'. But somehow I'm not ready yet.. or perhaps I will return. So much things in me I need to pour.. but where? Another day, another entry!~

For now, Viva Italia. I can truly say Veni Vedi Vici! :D

Monday, January 7, 2008

Bueno Sera!~

The words that greet you as you enter boutiques along via Montenapolena(?) and via Della Spiga, Italy's most sacred fashion streets, not to mention expensive. Although sale is on now, yes Milan, but I did not really find anything I wanted. When I did, no sizes.. what luck. All the luxurious brands you can think of.. And I'm leaving Milan empty handed, apart from bitter sweet memories. Plus lousy trip planning, wrong day in the wrong place. Recall my days in Florence.. beautiful but could have done more. There are, however, beautiful parts of the city itself. The "Duomo", and a church not far from the Piazza that houses the famous last supper painting. I was very intrigued by Milan's captivating beauty. The buildings, the history, the people, and the fashion... Still wished I got something tho..

fear not, I have another 4-ish days in Italy. Rest assured I wont be empty handed..

Quote of the day: Life is too short.. savor each moment, even by yourself.. Best things in life come unexpectedly (will have an entry about this one day I hope.. :S)..

mood: sick of pasta.. and feeling forgotten~

Link: Milan, Italy

Sunday, January 6, 2008

Milano!~

Home of luxury shopping and fashion. Well not quite there yet.. staying in a own outside Milan, called Bergamo. 40k's to the east of Milan. 2 nights.. wish I was in Milan itself. Wonder how would Milan treat me tomorrow?!~ hmmm...

Album of the day: One Republic

Meeting Casanova, the Phantom, Juliet, Romeo, El Capitan.... gorgeous italian flair!~

From the beauty of Tuscany, Firenze.. then the captivating sight of Venezia. beauty I can only imagine before I got here. Seen in books, admired in films, heard by many. But alas, with my own two feet, I breathe the lustrous venitian air. 2days is definately not enough. Home to the gondola, water buses and taxi's and gorgeous Murano glass and venitian mask. It was like a dream.. although reserving that romantic punting atmosphere for that special moment. The food, the people, the island, the love, is worth every breath. Venizia, I bid farewell but I shall return my love.. I shall return..

Link: Venice, Italy

Ah, also not forgetting my visit to Maranello, home of the prancing horse :D Its like Mecca to me..

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

Carpe Diem!~

An evening walk in Florence, full of people, full of life, despite the shops closed on new years day is indeed an amazing feat. Its that romantic place everyone has been talking about, it was just near perfect as I gaze down the Arno river, looking through the scenes on Ponte Vecchio, with sweet guitar music on the background.. Italian style.. would have been perfect if I had my someone to savor the moment with.. Thus as the sun set, into streets lighted up with Christmas lights.. no shops open apart from cafes` and gelaterias.. that was my first day of the new dawn.

Ah.. Firenze, I shall return. Maybe not in the cold winter.. Tomorrow Venice..

Finally, I took that step and joined facebook. Yes I'm a facebook virgin no more... Add me @ ronald.adrian@gmail.com

Tuesday, January 1, 2008

Resolutions...

Usually new year resolutions are made before the year. As for me its ongoing. Adapting to change, evolving through experiences. But what I aim for will mostly be the same, getting there is another question. So far what I have established:

1) Get a Job
2) Expand social circle
3) Have more passion in what I do
4) Be more focused, mature and directed in life
5) Only start something that I know I will follow through
6) Have more patience
7) Listen more, and never to act by judgment of emotions
8) "Delete" bad traits, build on better and good traits
9) Be that better person

Despite all these new year resolutions, one thing that will never change, is me. I am who I am. Same old character, but improved and better. I believe everything in life happens for a reason. So will I not only celebrate it, but cherish every moment of it. Do what I have never done before, see things I have never seen, explore and taste this beauty we have around us, thats life. Thats how we justify ourselves and the things we do. We do it because we want to, because we feel like it, not because we can or not or because everyone is doing it. Through the years, thats what I have been thought, and I have someone dear to me to thank for, all though it took me a while to realise it and never seem to show. You are that zest and spice in my life. Thats where I want to be..

More to come :D

Goodbye 07..

Happy New Year!
May 2008 grant you what you are seeking for
and bring your dreams into reality!

-= Insert Smile Here =-

Ciao,
Ronald Adrian