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THE NINJA
 
Stats:
Lui. male. 35.
Single.
Metro Manila / Davao City.

Occupation:
1. ninja
2. manga artist
3. Architect

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Likes dogs, traveling, fighting games, playing Badminton, and Japan itself. Nocturnal, as the night is when he is most productive.

Favorite food: pasta, cheese burgers, mayonnaise, and sushi. Especially loves salmon sashimi. Feed him that and he's yours.

He's working as an Architect now, although he'd rather have a clone so he could be a comic book illustrator too.

This ninja can fly, and the sky's the limit.

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Featuring Iruka-sensei and Kakashi from the series Naruto.

All images are created by my favorite doujin-ka HALCO. hehe..

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Better Than Revenge
May 23, 2022 || 11:35 PM
by strider_hiryu

I've said to my friends that 2022 is my "Reputation" era, just like Taylor Swift's album that was a big fuck you to all her haters. But what I forgot was that Taylor was writing sick burns way before that.

So here are my favorite lines from her song

"BETTER THAN REVENGE"

"She's not a saint
And she's not what you think
She's an actress, whoa!"

"I'm just another thing for you to roll your eyes at, honey
You might have him but I always get the last word"

"She should keep in mind
She should keep in mind
There is nothing I do better than revenge"


"Do you still feel like you know what you're doing?

'Cause I don't think you do
Do you still feel like you know what you're doing?
I don't think you do
I don't think you do"

"Let's hear the applause
Come on show me how much better you are
So you deserve some applause 'cause you're so much better"

Come at me, boy.


watching: HIMYM S03E01
feeling: satisfied


Farewell, iPod.
May 11, 2022 || 07:44 AM
by strider_hiryu
It's the end of an era, as we say goodbye to the iPod.

I remember so many jeepney, bus, and train rides made enjoyable because of it. It was my automatic companion on walks around the campus in UST, whether on my way home or heading towards class, keeping me awake during sleepless nights at the dorm until the next day on the drafting tables of Beato.
 
Now and then in between classes I'd get an "uy tsong pakinggan mo 'to." from Erf and I'd get one end of his earphones and we'd listen to a new song together. Minsan, nakikishare din ako kay Yay and she has the best playlists! Then I remember watching Naruto (or was it Bleach?) with Neil on my tiny 2.5-inch screen on the bus to Batad! With subtitles pa! Nakakahilo! Hahaha. Good times, indeed.
 
I've only had two iPods, the first one (iPod Classic) got snatched ata. Bigla nalang poof nawala yung sound, kala ko na lowbatt lang yun pala ninakaw na while I was heading home from work sa may Magallanes. Lol. The second one (iPod nano) is still with me, but I no longer use it with the advent of Spotify and yung screen nag pop-off na kasi most likely ang battery nag swell na. But both were my daily driver talaga and I can't leave home without it from 2007-2011.

The memories of that amazing little device will forever remain. It kept me company, whisked my thoughts to happy places as I weaved through the ins and outs of life, and indulged me whether I'm feeling moody, lonely, or happy.

Thank you, iPod.

feeling: nostalgic


what matters most
July 14, 2017 || 12:42 AM
by strider_hiryu

I pray to have my father's humility and diligence, and my mother's selflessness. I pray that everyone in our family would have enough and maybe just a little bit more, and be contented with what is rather than what ifs.

Everyone is fighting a battle of their own and we all are going through the same things yes, but I pray that we don't find the need to trample others for our own desires. That we find joy when others have and not wallow that we do not have the same.

I'm ashamed of myself to feel that way, even to my closest of kin. I am human, I guess. I think it's not because I want it too, but perhaps I'm disappointed that they'd do it to me when I wouldn't consider doing it to them. And I wouldn't want this thing to snowball into something like "since everyone else is doing it, so will I". Because that's not who I am and neither is that the type of person I want to be.

I need to remind myself more that I'm in charge of my own happiness, my own destiny, and I should focus on just that. It's never a competition. To be happy with who I am and what I have, is the best gift I can give to myself.




on challenges and a birthday greeting
October 4, 2013 || 02:39 AM
by strider_hiryu

In life everyone meets various challenges. Some people view these as obstacles, problems. Others view it as life lessons, goals. They say that every event in our life happens for a reason, and that we grow and learn from each and every one. And this is true. Sometimes we grow in a positive way, but there are also times when we just end up scarred.

Sure, the things that we learn from experience has its merits, but there is still merit even if we end up scarred.

Because as much as we are scarred and broken, even if we're lying face first flat on the ground, everything does pass. Eventually. Tests, exams, the good things, the heartbreaks, life itself. Everything passes. And as scary things may have been, are, and will be, I hope everyone will have the courage and optimism to still stay positive in life.

I can't assure everyone that everything will turn out fine. Only that everything will eventually pass, and from that comes the possibility that what comes next may be the best thing you'll ever have.

P.S. Happy birthday, to my good friend Erik! One of the first birthdays of my friends that I've memorized!




honestly speaking
August 17, 2013 || 01:58 AM
by strider_hiryu

Sometimes I just don't get you. Especially the times when you're down. I know that when you're feeling down you prefer to go through it alone, and most of the time i respect that. I try, to respect that. But i just can't help but feel inadequate and helpless. To be your boyfriend and not be able to make you smile, is like being Naruto not saving the village of Konoha. Telling me you're fine and then find out 5 minutes later you're anything but.

It hurts because I feel like there's nothing that I can do for you to make you feel better. And that somehow it's my fault for not being able to do so. And I fear for the fact that maybe I don't know you at all.

And my biggest fear is that maybe you don't want me to.




Fix it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without
February 1, 2013 || 08:57 PM
by strider_hiryu

I've been wanting to buy a whole lot of new gadgets lately. And although I already have enough money to buy them, I'm hesitating to spend my hard-earned money on things that I want, but not necessarily need.

 

Here's a list of the things I wanted:

1. iPad (3rd/4th Gen)- I wanted this for only one reason: it has Bluetooth 4.0, which wirelessly connect to a.. (see next item)

2. Jot Touch 2.0- The Jot Touch is a pressure-sensitive stylus, and has a palm rejection feature which ignores your palm so you can draw comfortably on your iPad much like the traditional way!

3. Wacom Intuos 5- This is Wacom's latest tablet, which can also become wireless! I love wireless gadgets.

4. new iPad cover- the cover for my iPad has a corner broken, after my brother dropped it. And since I'm planning to buy a stylus, then I'm also going to need a case that has a slot for one.

...

 

"Fix it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"


Fix it up, wear it out- my brother already gave me his iPad 2, which is a huge thing considering that it's an expensive gadget and I got it for free. And although its case is torn on a corner, it's perfectly fine.

I could try to fix the corner, or I can just let it be and use the case for as long as it lasts to serve its purpose. I guess that as long as its works, it works just fine.

Make it do, or do without- I wanted a 3rd/4th gen iPad so I can use the more advanced Jot Touch with a pressure-sensitive stylus and palm rejection. But for me who just wants to sketch/paint on a screen, is spending Php 30,000 or more for a new iPad, and an additional Php 4,000 for a stylus be worth it?

I can buy a cheaper Php 1,350 Jot Pro, without the pressure sensitivity with my (practically free) iPad 2. So I think that's enough. And way less expensive.

And for my want of an intuos5? Well, I already have an intuos3. And although my intuos 3 isn't wireless, it's been perfect for me for as long as I've been using it. So why buy a new one?

...

I have to agree that "new is always better". But then again, "old" doesn't equate to "bad", either.




In transition: Unexpected 2012
December 31, 2012 || 09:07 PM
by strider_hiryu

In 2011, I wished that 2012 will kick it up a notch. I never expected that it would kick me harder, and faster that I thought!

 

January already started on a high note, fresh from December's festivities and new friends. It was the month when I exercised the most this year: I jogged and worked-out at home on top of our regular Badminton sessions. Not exactly sure if it ever amounted to anything. Haha!

I went to Dahilayan Forest Park in Bukidnon with the "Mga Laagan". The cool environment mixed with the warm laughter of true friends made all the difference in the trip. It was there that I opened up to more of my friends, only to be rewarded with even more love and friendship. 

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By February, things were getting even better. It was the month when I've found someone who's willing to be my other half and partner, regardless of my bathless days, and inclusive of maldito (aka Barrios) moments from time to time. I couldn't be happier with 'Fie. 

Then came the summer! And my first international trip of 2012 was at Vietnam with Frank. We went food-tripping from busy Ho Chi Minh in the South, to explore a more suburban Hanoi in the North. We ate everything from Vietnamese Bahn Mi and Bahn Xeo in the streets, to a 4-course dinner at a French restaurant. The food there was absolutely delicious! This photo was taken at Ha Long bay, one of 8 natural wonders of the world.

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As 2012 was getting halfway done, there came more travels as it was three domestric trips for me: I went to Boracay to attend my cousin Marjo's wedding, toured the Bicol Region with my "Mga Laagan" friends, and went back to Manila to visit my college friends as well as celebrate Kat's birthday.

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After so much traveling, you've got to wonder if I have been working at all. Haha. I've been fortunate enough to have a few projects of my own this year. I got to design a mixed-use apartment, a few commercial buildings, as well as having to do a major renovation of Lette's house. They're just small projects, but I'm excited for each one to go into construction! It's definitely a good start for my career here in Davao.

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In September, me and my parents headed to Beijing, China. It was their first trip abroad after two decades. My dad had a great time practicing his Mandarin! We visited the Juyongguan Great Wall and we had a great time until dad got lost somewhere and everyone panicked. Dad came back, eventually. Hehe.

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And before I knew it, it was already December! That was pretty fast! One of the highlights for this month was the wedding of Lette and Michael. I was running around the whole time, but in the end everything went well and it was a beautiful celebration. I'm also happy with my speech. I think it was one of the best pieces I've written.

By this time, the Badminton Buddies turned a year old and we celebrated our friendship going all-formal for our dinner party! It's amazing that it's been a year already. Our little family of players has grown, and so did the fun that came with it.


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Thank you's:

This post being in its third year already, I'm getting to sound a bit cliche. But like every year, I'm thankful for my friends here and far away. True friends prove that distance is just a number. And that near, far, wherever you are.. friendship never ends.

I'm thankful for my parents, for their endless support. And although they don't always get me for who I am, I'm happy knowing that they're doing their best trying to.

And of course there's you, 'Fie. I'm thankful for having you. We've been a through a lot in less than a year, and they've been the CRAZIEST, CANNOT-BE-MENTIONED, MIND-BLOWING THINGS that I could not have imagined to happen in my lifetime, or as early as it did.. 

but, isn't it amazing that we're still together?
Cheers Fie, to us! ^_^

Capping off 2012:

If my 2011 was the cake, then 2012 would be the icing and cherry on top. It was the year of just taking the time to have fun, share a good laugh with friends, and appreciate everything that happened to me so far. It was the year where everything fell into place, and as scary as some developments might have been.. it was all part of moving forward with my life.

I think 2012, more than the additional blessings it brought, gave me the courage that I still lacked. The courage to love without fear, to care without limits, and to trust nothing but my heart. 2012 has indeed made me stronger, and I think it's preparing me for what's to come this 2013. And whatever it is, I'm ready.

Whatever 2013 has in store for me, I have yet to see.

Whether I'll make my own path, or have it chosen for me. Whether I'll fail or fly, be scared or just try: All these things, I have yet to see.

I can only hope for good things, but I can strive for better things.

The best things though, I have yet to see.



2013, I'm ready as I'll ever be!



my speech, for my best friend's wedding.
December 3, 2012 || 03:28 PM
by strider_hiryu

So what happens when the most amazing girl meets the nicest guy on earth?

 

Hi. My name’s Chin and I’m the bride’s cousin, and her UN. DIS. PUTED. best friend.

A round of applause please!!! *clap clap*

I’ve known Manolette ever since I could remember. Together we’ve spent our childhood days, our teenage years, and all those awkward moments in between. We know each other inside out and we practically share the same brainwaves.

Lette, is one of the greatest people I know. She’s beautiful, smart, so FREAKISHLY talented that she could have arranged this whole wedding by herself. Oh wait, she kinda did. She created her own backdrop for their photo shoot, designed their own wedding invitation, created the paper bouquets for her bridesmaids..those napkin holders with your names on them? Yup, she made those.

She even considered baking cupcakes for her giveaways, and doing her own make-up like Kate Middleton. I SWEAR kulang nalang she’ll make her own wedding dress. And yes, I think she’s capable of doing that too. For me, she’s the most amazing girl with a heart just as beautiful. And honestly, a big chunk of who I am today, wouldn’t be possible if it wasn’t for her. So Thank you, cuz.

Now, I’ve met Michael through Lette, of course.. and though I can’t exactly remember the first time we’ve met.. what I can definitely remember is that Kel has always been a good friend to me ever since. Always. We’ve travelled together, played cards, video games and all those nerdy stuff boys like. What makes Kel special is that he’s so kind and so nice to everyone, it makes me think that “ANG SAMA KONG TAO!” Michael’s so kind that Lette would say “KEL AWAY TA BEH! AWAYIN MO AKO BA! LAGOT KA MAN UY!” Michael treats her so well that there’s no reason for her to be sad at all.

People fall in love for the obvious reasons. Reasons such as beauty, intelligence, kindness, good family background..and there’s nothing wrong with that. But what I’ve learned from Kel and Lette, and it’s one of the things that I admire the most about them, is that after they’ve fallen in love for all the obvious reasons, they stayed in love for the reasons that matter more: Reasons such as Trust, Understanding, Patience, Friendship, and above all..Respect.

People fall in love for the obvious reasons, but Michael & Manolette stayed in love for all the right ones.

To Kel and Lette, congratulations to your first day of forever. Thank you.




what i love about us
November 5, 2012 || 03:34 AM
by strider_hiryu

What I love about us, is how we're honest about how each other feels. How we talk about it right away when we have a misunderstanding. How even if I'm mad, or you're mad, (or both) we never let our anger get the best of us. And we talk. And we understand.

And in the end we know that it's worth it. And that fighting isn't worth it. Because we know that we're good for each other.

Call us clingy (and yes we really are).

But I guess that's a good thing. Yes it is.




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