Too many things to say, too little time

Dear Diary,

After finding out that Hobby Lobby had another 1/2 off sale for scale models yesterday, I called DCU to transfer money to my checking account since I went over my computer transactions. Then I went to the Arlington Branch and got got myself an Accurate Miniatures Dauntless (AT LAST!!! ...if you were reading that far back my blog) and a Monogram AV-8B with free book (only bought this because I already purchased a detail set and references online). Then I drove to the Lewisville branch which was closer home. I tried getting some of the clearanced ships and a Tamiya Ford Mutt in the hopes that I could ebay them off later but the lady said they won't have any discounts because they were already on clearance. I just didn't get them and went to look for something else instead.

I found a Tamiya 1/48 F-84G Thunderjet (the "Thunderbirds" boxing) without a price tag. I saw one with a tag that says $37.99 or something but I wanted to try my luck so I asked the closest guy which is some assistant manager fixing the end caps. He took a book containing the listing of things in the store and we tried to look for the model kit. It wasn't there. He said because it is discontinued, he will give it to me for the price of the lowest-priced tamiya kit in there which is $24.99 but since they have the half-off sale, he marked it $11.99. Being a lilttle bit guilty because I didn't tell him that there is another one on the shelf with a tag, I asked if he should be putting on the $24.99 tag instead of $11.99 because they discount things in the lanes.  He said I should tell them at the counter that. So I went to the checkout lanes with my model kit. The lady punched in the 50% off before I could tell her about the price. I kinda intended this because, honestly, I was a bit tempted not to mention anything at all. But my conscience got me so I did and she was unbelieving at first so she had to call the guy. The guy confirmed but the the lady can't cancel the transaction! Sh said "Y'know what, don't worry about it," and proceeded to give me the modell for 5.99 plus tax!! So I got the model worth $37.99 for $5.99!!! This rivals my B-25Bpurchase percentwise! I love Hobby Lobby.

I still am kinda guilty tho. However, I was honest the whole time in the store and the people there gave me the price and I never tried to cheat them or anything.

Anyway, as my title implied, I have too many things to say but I dunno when to start. Two weeks ago, Josh visited us again. it was fun. We went to Six Flags that Tuesday and it was well worth it. I haven't had that much fun lately. We rode the Splash Water (Soaking us wet twic ebut it was fine since it was freakin hot anyway), Texas Giant, Superman, Judge Scream, Batman, the ride, Mr Freeze (the best!) and The Titan. We even bought in-ride pictures but my sister lost one of them (the better one of the two!) that night and that is still a mystery.

I didnt get to hang out with Josh much during his stay because of school and stuff. Anyway, we hung out at nights by either watching DVD movies or Family Guy episodes on my computer.  That thursday, Josh and my sister went to UTA to watch Home on the Range as I sell hotdogs. of course, because of my sister, they were late. There wasn't even 30 minutes in the movie when they arrived.

I had a Thermo test that Wednesday. It was supposed to be on monday but thanks to the TA, the test was postponed for two days. I studied for it but I think it was really really really hard so my mind just started to quit towards the end settling for a B. The next Monday,  I found out I failed miserably (53/100), effectively toppling my chances of getting an A.  I was depressed the following days but I am getting over it.

I had another test yesterday, and this time, I studied harder. I read the chapter several times during the weekend and did most of the example problems. I believe it paid off because I answered everything so I have high chances of getting a 100. There is still a higher chance of getting less than that so I am praying that I do. I was actually disappointed because it didn't have any bonus points to pull up my first exam's grade  but may God's will be done. I have no other thing I can do but wait for the results.

Again, I have been spending like crazy on ebay. I have been finding ALOT of great deals lately so i am sort of splurging with my salary. Fr. Mike said I should make a sacrifice but i dunno when to make it. I will talk more about it tomorrow. Maybe I should stop surfing for things to buy for now and adding things to my watch list.

Work is fine. I got my first Bull's Eye (it's our code for a guest availing for a Target Visa) last tuesday. It was ironic because I did not even ask! This couple asked me while I was zoning the domestics.  Then last Sunday I was a backup cashier when the store closed. For some reason, I felt that the guest would say yes if I offer her the TGT Visa so I did. She declined at first but when she saw that she can save almost $30, she became my second bull's eye. It felt so good. I never believed I could even get a bull's eye in my entire time in Target.

I think that's all for now. Until next time.

~~~MarkY

Flatulent Voice

American Independence Day kaya pay-and-a-half sa SuperTarget. Kakainis nga lang kse walang sense. Maaga rin kaeng pinauwi (4-30-9:30 PM)so wala ganong epekto, pay-wise.

Yay!! It's Filipino-American Friendship day!

Andaming fireworks sa labas. Miss ko tuloy ang Pinas tuwing New Year. walang sinabi mga fireworks dito kung ikukumpara sa ingay, delikado o rami ng paputok ng Bagong Taon.

Marami ring nagyari this past week na nde ko na nasabi. I got a 91 on my Pol Sci Test. Then, I finally received my greencard (yes, the actual card) last monday. My dad was worried but he got his the next day.

Last tuesday, I called Kat in Colorado. Her dad answered the phone. This is the convo that ensued:

Mark: Hello. Good afternoon. May I speak with kat, please?
The-man-I-believe-is-her-dad: Sorry... Wrong number. *puts down the phone.*

I was so depressed. I never bothered to call again right after because I realized her dad doesn't like me too much. Owell...

I did try to call her again an hour later and several times during the week but I only got their machine. I finally got hold of her today. Her dad was at work.

Then on the same day, I got to go to Glenn Ashe's house. I bought something from him on ebay and since he just lived in The Colony, I decided to pick up the items (Monogram F-105 Thunderchief and F-84 Thunderjet..) instead of paying $7.50 for shipping. He was very nice and accomodating. I mentioned that I wanted to get the Moskito. He offered to trade the Pro-Modeler Moskito to the two crap models I got. Of course, I agreed but then, I saw he also has a tamiya F.1 Meteor. after many minutes of self-deliberation (and after he has shown me his plastic, wood , R/C and paper airplanes models, I decided to choose the Meteor over the Moskito. Besides, He said I can buy those models later since he won't be posting anything on ebay till September or October. He also offered me decals and a Monogram B-29 Superfortress for $18 (and it's 1/48!). It's a heck great of a deal. I am thinking of snapping it up right there but I realized I have no place to put the HUGE box while it is unbuilt... Hmm....

I spend too much money on ebay. I think I would have a no-ebay moratorium this week which could only be broken by REALLY GREAT DEALS.

The family went to Ate Francy and Kuya Chris' place last night for a bbq. I just followed after reading most of the pages left of my Pol Sci Book (Politics of Arlington, Texas). It was alright. We just saw Kill Bill Vol. I (Which I already saw before). I still think it was too bloody and some of the blood scenes were too cheap-looking. Anyway, Kuya Chris lent me 4 DVD's namely The Recruit, Blackhawk Down, Terminator 3 and Bruce Almighty. I saw The Recruit last night. It was good but I kinda knew what would happen due to somone (who I can't remember) ruining it for me a looong long time ago.

I got my Pol Sci finals tomorow and I am somehow worried because, even tho I read the required book (only 9 or so pages left) , I have no idea what questions will be asked (It is essay-type). So I think a good way to prepare is to watch Blackhawk Down...

Ok, Tagalog this time...

Okey... dahil matagal-tagal na rin akong nde nakakapag-Tagalog dito sa aking mumunting blog. Baka Tag-lish kse medyo mahirap ang purong Filipino.

Pagkauwi ko kagabi, pagod sa trabaho, nagmano ako kay Mama at Papa. Sabi ni Papa, "Pag hinde umayos ang health mo, patitigilin ka namin sa eskwela next semester."

Health? What fucking health?

He was referring to my pimples. Tuwing nagpupuyat kse ako, nagfe-flare up yung mga pimples ko sa mukha, so yun. The previous night, I stayed up until about 5 AM to finish up a thermodynamics HW. I know, I know.. parents would normally rejoice in the fact that their college junior teen stays up late for academic reason. Well, not my parents. Dati pa ko gustong patigilin sa pag-aaral ni Papa. Hinde ko alam kung bakit pero I have my suspicions. Gusto nya kong itulad sa kanya na hindi nakatapos sa kolehiyo. Palibhasa, bata pa sya nun, wala syang interest sa pag-aaral kaya nag-barko na kagad sya at the age of seventeen. Now he found a reason para matulad ako sa kanya. drop-out.

Si mama? Well, usually, kontra si Mama sa idea na tumigil ako sa pag-aaral pero minsan nagiging sunud-sunuran lang sya sa mga "absurd ideas" ng aking ama. So yun.

Naiisip ko rin na talagang kontra lang sila sa lahat ng bagay na na-enjoy ko. My dad calls my models and books "basura." They hate the internet because I spend more time in it than trying to slave under them. Now, my school. I think they realized I am "enjoying school a lil bit too much" so they want me to stop for a semester. Imagine, I stay up late only for a stupid HW!?!? No, there's no concern for my health in it whatsoever. It's just normal for college-ppl to even not sleep from time to time to finish projects or HW's (Which I have never done EVER -- that night, I slept from 8-10 PM so I am well rested before I started on my HW). I can already see the grins on their faces if when I die. They would be so happy they don't have to be threatened by me anymore. No more money needed for college (which is another reason why they threaten to stop my college education even when I am maintaning a high GPA). They hate to see me read my airplane books or save my money so I can enjoy something I am passionate about.

And my dad. papa is a joke. no, really. He is the most stupid, corrupt, dishonest and close-minded man, no, person I have ever met. To put it from is own vocabulary, utak-biya (I think it translates to "mussel-minded"). Kanina lang, sinabihan namin sya ni Mama na wag nang bigyan si Branson ng pagkain pag nagbe-beg kase hindi na sya kumakain ng pagkain nya. Sagot nya "Wala kang karapatang i-correct ako. I-correct mo yung mga anak mo pag matanda ka na!" did I mention close-minded?

I think sya yung dahilan kaya third commandment yung "Thou shall honor thy father and mother." Sobrang hirap kasi gawin.

Mapapalakpak mo naman ang tenga nya pag nabalitaan kang may pera ka. Isa syang taong silaw sa kinang ng salapi. Malambing sya pag alam nyang bagong sweldo ka. Kung may okasyon, panay parinig sya ng mga gusto nyang matanggap. Sobrang nakaka-irita. Pag tumanda ako, wala syang maasahan sakin, ni isang kusing. Kay mama na lang ako magbibigay.