Bookish Worm

Audio Books is Love!

2015-10-13T11:53:00.001+08:00

Last week, I was re-reading If I Stay because it was being shown on HBO. After I finished the book, I was looking for my copy of Where She Went but couldn't find it. So I downloaded a copy, but it was in mp3 format. I was about to delete it, but changed my mind. On my way home from work, I played it while I was on the bus and plugged myself in! And I loved it! So that was how i discovered audio books.

So, I again looked for audio books but was only able to download m4b formats. So I downloaded this app from Google Play that plays that format and so, I am rereading, er, being read the Game of Thrones! So yeah, audio books is love!

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

2015-04-13T15:08:00.002+08:00

Despite my busy schedule, I still manage to squeeze in a few books over the last few months. I started and finished this book yesterday, since it was a relatively easy read and now, I am looking for the sequel.

I really should stop reading YA books since I cannot relate anymore, hahaha but this one is such an easy read. I thought this was a book of horror, but was pleasantly surprised that I was not as afraid (see, I am old!). A good read, all in all.

You can find the plot here.

Things I Should Be Doing Right Now

2015-02-13T12:33:00.002+08:00

1. Work on my several chapters of thesis which were due several weeks ago.
2. My report for my HRM subject which is due tomorrow.
3. My marketing plan.
4. My flash report at work
5. Tallying my survey

But I choose to blog. Ha!

I Hate to Read!

2015-01-28T08:48:00.001+08:00

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I have a confession to make. I love to read, I really do. But I read for pleasure and leisure and not for learning. And it is a problem for me now because I am taking up a Research subject and part of my thesis requirement is Review of Related Literature: 10 books, 10 journals, 10 studies and 10 something else, for a total of 40 reading materials! And I hate it! And it was due last Saturday which I missed because of travel for work, and now I am cramming. And no, I haven't even started reading! Yeah, I am resisting because I do not like to read for this! Ugh! Talk about irony.

If I Stay and Where She Went by Gayle Forman

2014-12-12T10:59:00.001+08:00

So I have a copy of the movie If I Stay, but since they always disappoint me big-time, I tried looking for the book first. And boy, was I surprised! It was very well-written, and so very touching. I couldn't put down the book, even during my MBA class. I was crying in some parts, thankfully not during class. And I felt so bereft when I finished the book.

Then while I was waiting for my next class, I saw Where She Went and started reading. I didn't know that it was a sequel, and when I read it, I felt that same tug in my heart for Mia and Adam. Oh my God, I love these books and I might just read it again.

Sorry, that really is not much of a review, but hey, I am gushing here so it must be good. And the movie? It was okay, but I loved the book maybe 10x more.

Read It!

2014-10-04T23:18:00.000+08:00

Oh, don't I know this? I even bribe my kids with fastfood just to make them read and they still refuse? What kind of punishment is it not to see one of your kids picking up a book! Horrible, that's what it is!

I Have a Phobia!

2014-09-03T10:51:00.003+08:00

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To Kill a Mockingbird

2014-08-20T09:54:00.000+08:00

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I just finished watching a 1962 movie of the book, " To Kill a Mockingbird. " The movie adaptation was true to the book, and the actor who played Atticus Finch was exactly as I imagined him. Jem and Scout and Dill are just as I see them in my mind. And I am happy that I was able to watch it because I loved the innocence of childhood, and the moral of the story.

And did you know that I was inspired to create a blog after following Tequila Mockingbird? It is also my wish to have my blog published someday, but it is just a dream at this time.

I love to read but...

2014-06-27T08:37:00.001+08:00

Guess which I prefer?

If only it was as enjoyable to read school books as it is to read fiction then I would ace all my classes, hahahah! I am taking classes on Strategic Management, Corporate Social Responsibility and Philippine Business Environment and the reference books are just too tedious to read, hahaha. It just feels wrong to curl up in a reading corner hugging a Strama book. Not as good as it feels when you are off to an adventure with Harry, Ron and Hermione or being all riled up with Jane Austen or bewildered like Frodo or angry like Jon Snow. It just ain't right, hahahah!

Happiness!

2014-06-20T10:03:00.001+08:00

Magnificent Maleficent

2014-05-29T14:55:00.000+08:00

Globe and Nuffang's Maleficent movie screening

Last night, we watched the showing of the Disney movie, Malificent starring The Angelina Jolie. Yes, she deserves her own article. The movie was so magnificent, I already forgotten why Maleficent could ever be the bad guy all along! Of course, she has her reasons and of course, I would be as mad as her too.

Okay, spoiler alert: We know how Maleficent cursed Aurora that she will prick her fingers on a spinning wheel and she will die. In the story, it was the last of the other three fairies who changed it from death to a deep sleep. But in the movie, King Stefan begged her and so Maleficent made it into a death-like sleep that will be broken only by the kiss of true love. King Stefan was just a poor orphan boy with whom Maleficent fell in love with. But his ambition to someday live in the kingdom made him forget about her. He worked as a steward to the King, who wanted to invade Maleficent's mores but was defeated. The King said that whoever can kill Maleficent will succeed him, and so Stefan, driven by ambition, went to Maleficent and drugged her. He cannot bring himself to kill her, so she took her wings instead, and so he became king. Maleficent's anguish at the betrayal was such that my hair stood on end! Those wings were her pride and glory! "I had wings once. And they were strong, but they were stolen from me," she said to Aurora. King Stefan sent Aurora to live with the 3 fairies who were so inadequate that Maleficent turned to looking after her. And she loved Aurora, and tried to revoke the curse, but she couldn't. And so it was her kiss, not that of Prince Philip who awaken Aurora and broke the spell. And they lived happily ever after!

The Angelina Jolie was magnificent all through out the movie. Her daughter's appearance was also 'awwww-inducing. It was only Stefan who I didn't quiet like, not because of his performance but because I don't think Maleficent can fall in love with someone who looks like him. Not Brad Pitt, that's what I meant, hence, the wrath was not understandable, hahaha.

But we did enjoy the movie, and my daughter was so happy that she can tell her brother's the real Sleeping Beauty story.

What's Missing in the Picture?

2014-04-29T17:36:00.002+08:00

Can you tell what's missing in these pictures? Yes- a good book. All of these are perfect reading spots at the wonderful island resort of Bluewater Sumilon in Dumaguete. A perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon when its too hot to take a dip at the pool or snorkel at the beach is to read. Give me a book, and I am all set!

Reading: If Only!

2014-04-04T08:45:00.003+08:00

Wish! Hahaha.

Back to Reading!

2014-03-31T17:13:00.000+08:00

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You know, Social Apps are cool and all, but I will always, always go back to reading as my drug of choice! And thankfully, I am now able to do that on my iPhone! Unfortunately, I am only able to read free ebooks from Amazon as I don't know yet how to save my books on this phone. But anyway, this is still better than nothing. But I want to re-read Divergent but I can't, hu hu hu!

Reading No More!

2014-01-15T11:15:00.002+08:00

My Kindle Fire didn't even get to celebrate its birthday when it was snatched from my hands last January 13. I was able to buy it last year around February, from my boss on very good payment terms. And now, its gone! How will I finish 37 books in 2014 when I don't have a Kindle?!

And yes, it was my fault! I read while riding a jeepney everyday because of the traffic. Unfortunately, I relaxed my guard a little last Monday and pull it out of my bag without noticing that we were on stop sign at the intersection of EDSA and Ortigas. Then from out of nowhere this guy just pulled it put of my hand and the jeepney was moving as the light already turned green! The driver couldn't do anything as well because the guy was gone in seconds and we were in the middle of the road! Talk about me having a bad day!

Anyway, I cried just a little bit then prayed that the guy would use the money for something important! And I know that I will be able to somehow buy a new one sometime soon!

37 Books in 2014: The Reading Challenge

2014-01-08T10:29:00.000+08:00

I am joining GoodReads 2014 reading challenge this year! And I intend to read a MINIMUM of 37 books because I will turn 37 this year. And I have already read 2 books and were not done with the first week of the year yet. Not a bad start, huh?

No Reading!

2013-12-06T09:54:00.001+08:00

I have a confession to make: the last book I read on my Kindle was Allegiant (and I didn't like it very much) because of Candy Crush. Yes, that mindless and totally addicting game of swiping useless candies and jellies! So instead of reading books, I find myself swiping and swiping. I know, MUST.RESIST.THE.URGE. If only it's easy, hahahaha.

Ender's Game

2013-11-11T19:32:00.001+08:00

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This is one of those books that I just happen to save on my Kindle for a rainy day which I ended up reading during one such day and then I got so hooked I spent more than half of the night reading it! I just couldn't put down the book! I will leave it up to you to discover for yourself. I am not so keen on watching the movie adaptation as I always end up disappointed. As a mother, there are parts of the book that left me aghast but I know this is fiction, but I still can't imagine being a parent at this time.

Anyway, read on!

Write My Paper

2013-10-22T11:32:00.001+08:00

I am currently taking up my Masters in Business Administration. I already took this course some 10 years ago but I was not able to finish it due to conflict with my then new employment. All units that I was able to earn were not credited to me as a condition of my re-admission. But that's okay as the curriculum is already different, and because I can't remember what I learned back then.

The reality of juggling motherhood, my career and my studies is something that was really overwhelming these past few months. There were no sleepless nights, but there was a lot of cramming involved and a lot of stress! But I am already done with one semester, and I know better once classes resume. I have to prepare a schedule and do all my deliverable on time. But knowing that there are available options to write my paper cheap does a lot to my mind! If I absolutely have to, I can check out their services. But of course, nothing beats old fashioned time management and deleting the word procrastination from my vocabulary! Hahahaha! And for this coming semester, I know that I have learned my lessons and will know do my assignments on time.

How to Enjoy a Book

2013-10-14T11:01:00.000+08:00

Thirteen Reasons Why

2013-10-11T10:11:00.003+08:00

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This book is very light reading on a very serious topic. The story telling is very nice, and I was literally holding my breath on some parts, and even shedding a tear or two for Hannah and Clay. I hope teenagers get to read this and see the signs of people needing help, and be sure to remember that all our actions, however small, can have impact on other people's lives.

You may read the summary (and spoilers) here.

Home Accessories You Want But Never Get

2013-09-20T14:10:00.000+08:00

Home accessories can be an essential feature for the fashionable and modern house, but most people struggle to decide between all of the different accessories they might want. Some of these accessories are practical and useful, and some of them are very difficult to find, but they are all attractive, and so it can be hard to choose between them. When you are looking for accessories, it is important to remember your budget, and also to match the items available with things that you already have in your home, such as couches and tables.

1. Fabrics and Furnishings
This is one of the most difficult areas of home accessories, with so many different types of fabrics that homeowners are often confused. It is easy to make mistakes when buying cloth and materials, and so colors and styles end up clashing. It is also common to buy fabrics which are not washable, or which look bad after a few spins in the washing machine. It is understandable that most people struggle to get the right cushions, cloths and throws for their home, and this might have put you off making choices, but it is not difficult once you know what you are looking for. Keep in mind the color scheme of your home, and try to find items which match this.

2.Glassware and China
Glassware is necessary for modern living, making cups, pots and even some saucepans, but it is also an object of desire. Many fashionable home stylists are now turning to 20th century Scandinavian glass to provide a touch of glamour to a room. This can be very expensive, and so choosing small pieces, or looking for cheaper versions of designer pieces, is one way that people can get what they want, but wouldn't be able to afford otherwise.

3) Teapots and Kitchenware

Along with other pieces of kitchenware, teapots have become very fashionable, and are often used as statement pieces in the cooking space. Things such as metal jelly moulds have proven to be very popular, and they can be hung around the room, or even from the ceiling. Teapots can also be placed in the living room, and some are planted with flowers, herbs or other home-garden type plants in order to create a talking-point.

4) Storage Units
Not just any cupboards, but specially designed pieces are very much the fashion. The design of your closet could mean the difference between having enough room, or having none. While some forms of storage are just too expensive to be useable, there are now some other varieties available from DIY sellers. These are usually available as modular kits, and come in very useful for the modern home owner.

5)Gazebos and Pergolas
These outdoor accessories can make an enormous difference in a garden. The gazebo was considered the height of Victorian fashion, and while it fell out of use for some years, it is popular again. It is possible to use pergolas with offset umbrellas to create a shaded area ideal for an outdoor living space, as well as create an attractive feature on its own. Gazebos and offset umbrella seating areas in a garden allow homeowners to have more fun with their garden, and can create a relaxing and pleasant area where homeowners can take pleasure in nature. It is easy to buy offset umbrellas from YescomUSA, so they can easily be used to create attractive garden settings.

Still Loving A Book!

2013-09-13T16:55:00.000+08:00

World War Z: The Book and the Movie

2013-07-17T14:57:00.002+08:00

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The above image says it all. The book is a narrative of all that above. The movie is Brad Pitt. Enough said.

Wonder

2013-06-18T19:22:00.001+08:00

There are some really, realy good books that after reading them, your faith in humanity is restored. This is one such book. I love it and I am going to make sure that my kids will read it. I know that I will become a better person, a better parent, a better individual because I read it. Its really a wonderful story, and you will be able to relate to it, no matter how old or young you are.

Read this book please.