 Joelle's Site

Joelle's Site http://joelleoh.multiply.com/  <embed name='widget' pluginspage='http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer' align='middle' src='http://dna.imagini.net/friends/swf/widget.swf' width='340' height='240' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' flashvars='i1=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_42EBBA15.jpeg&c1=&i2=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_7A214ED3.jpeg&c2=&i3=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-2B750FCD.jpeg&c3=&i4=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-28C6894B.jpeg&c4=&i5=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_734947B5.jpeg&c5=&i6=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-1AF7A965.jpeg&c6=&i7=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_0AEB34CA.jpeg&c7=&i8=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-E26BA3F.jpeg&c8=&i9=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-68DE05A9.jpeg&c9=&i10=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-79837A73.jpeg&c10=&i11=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-180A018F.jpeg&c11=&i12=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-B246206.jpeg&c12=&i13=http://dna.imagini.net/i/RESIZE_-45A4AD35.jpeg&c13=&bgcolor=##000000&habitslabel=NEW%20WAVE%20PURITAN&moodlabel=SOFISTICAT&funlabel=CONQUEROR&lovelabel=HOME%20SOUL&userhome=http://friends.imagini.net/@2096619-5901' bgcolor='#000000' quality='best' enablejavascript='false' allownetworking='internal' allowscriptaccess='never'></EMBED>  <DIV style="PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: rgb(150,150,150) 1px solid; MARGIN-TOP: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; FONT-SIZE: 11px; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; WIDTH: 340px; PADDING-TOP: 5px; FONT-FAMILY: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; HEIGHT: 25px; BACKGROUND-COLOR: rgb(0,0,0); TEXT-ALIGN: center">  </DIV> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:09:18 -0000 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:21:05 -0000  Joelle's Site http://images.joelleoh.multiply.com/logo http://joelleoh.multiply.com 100 100 The Stork Studio: Modern Baby Photography Sofia and Stan took such great care of us. The resulting pictures captured our little giant's shyness, his playful nature and showed hints of the man we hope he will become. Andre was so happy to see them that he took out "his" camera and started taking pics of the computer screen. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/links/item/8/The_Stork_Studio_Modern_Baby_Photography Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:21:05 -0000 Arnel Pineda's Journey.... ...  just goes to show you that talent knows no borders. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/159/Arnel_Pinedas_Journey.... Sat, 19 Jul 2008 10:21:15 -0000 Dark Knight "I'm a dog chasing cars. I don't have plans. I just do things. I'm not a schemer." While the movie's title refers to Batman,  the star of this movie is without question Heath Ledger.   His portrayal of the twisted (yet strangely logical) Joker was stunning.   I haven't cowered as much at the sight of his smile since... well... since Dr.  Hannibal (Silence of the Lambs, not the pale sequels).  His Joker was the perfect yin to Batman's yang.   Best Actor for 2008... hands down. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/reviews/item/5 Sat, 19 Jul 2008 08:18:04 -0000 Migration An innocent question from a Philam teen:  So, why don't you migrate to the States? Miles and I turned to each other in puzzlement. Miles' reply:  Why?? They were a bit taken aback at the response... as we were taken aback by the question. Has it really reached the point where migration out of the Philippines is treated not as an option, but rather, a given? How sad. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/158/Migration Mon, 14 Jul 2008 05:41:08 -0000 Lupang Hinirang * This rendition of Lupang Hinirang is intended for reflection. It is not meant to replace the official anthem normally played as a march.Recently a talented and nationally known film director, Mae Paner, crafted a new and moving version of our national anthem. This unusual audio visual presentation of "Lupang Hinirang"* has been shown many times in various events and has consistently touched the hearts and minds of viewers to the point of tears of awakening and gratefulness. Because of its consistent positive impact, PAGASA and Ehem! have decided to make this version of "Lupang Hinirang" available nationwide as a reflection piece to trigger a deeper awareness of oneself in relation to the country and encourage the emergence of positive images of the Philippine future. This new partnership of Ehem! with PAGASA is an addition to the existing anti-corruption initiatives of the Society of Jesus. For PAGASA it is a profound convergence with a "like-hearted"initiative grounded in authentic ... http://joelleoh.multiply.com/video/item/34/Lupang_Hinirang Fri, 6 Jun 2008 14:37:10 -0000 Oliver takes on W The teaser poster for Oliver Stone's upcoming biopic W.  <a href="http://joelleoh.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SEkiDAoKCmgAAG8CQgA1"><img class="alignmiddleb" src="http://images.joelleoh.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SEkiDAoKCmgAAG8CQgA1/wteaserposter.jpg?et=VwRmUlkRUqZl4wBCB6R4NA&nmid=0" border="0"></a> I'm SOOOOOO going to watch this. =) http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/153/Oliver_takes_on_W Fri, 6 Jun 2008 11:40:46 -0000 I Will Derive! I wish I had bumped into this way back when I was still agonizing over regression analysis. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/video/item/33/I_Will_Derive Tue, 3 Jun 2008 14:48:09 -0000 Avenue Q: Get your Tickets Now! <a href="http://joelleoh.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SELfIAoKCmgAABH4Jt41"></a> <a href="http://joelleoh.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SELgDQoKCmgAAB2k-6A1"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.joelleoh.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SELgDQoKCmgAAB2k-6A1/carlafelix.jpg?et=xeEE5FltQbSSs8sxPiGR0A&nmid=0" border="0"></a><a href="http://ticket2me.multiply.com/journal/item/379/Avenue_Q_2008_get_your_tickets_now_to_the_farewell_run_in_Manila"></a><a href="http://ticket2me.multiply.com/journal/item/379/Avenue_Q_2008_get_your_tickets_now_to_the_farewell_run_in_Manila">http://ticket2me.multiply.com/journal/item/379/Avenue_Q_2008_get_your_tickets_now_to_the_farewell_run_in_Manila</a> http://joelleoh.multiply.com/calendar/item/10011/Avenue_Q_Get_your_Tickets_Now Sun, 1 Jun 2008 17:46:02 -0000 Avenue Q: My Gigantic Heart Will Go On.... <a href="http://joelleoh.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SELfIAoKCmgAABH4Jt41"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.joelleoh.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SELfIAoKCmgAABH4Jt41/AvenueQ-titanic-poster.jpg?et=1E7M5C6z3tGeKNiX7Tx8bA&nmid=0" border="0"></a>Curtain's rise on the Farewell Run of Avenue Q in Manila. <a href="http://ticket2me.multiply.com/journal/item/379/Avenue_Q_2008_get_your_tickets_now_to_the_farewell_run_in_Manila">http://ticket2me.multiply.com/journal/item/379/Avenue_Q_2008_get_your_tickets_now_to_the_farewell_run_in_Manila</a> http://joelleoh.multiply.com/calendar/item/10010/Avenue_Q_My_Gigantic_Heart_Will_Go_On.... Sun, 1 Jun 2008 17:44:00 -0000 SATC: The Heart of the Matter It's so easy to dismiss Sex and the City as just another chick flick,  full of style and no substance.  That is, until you realize that when you scrape off the makeup,  ditch the Manolos and skip the Cosmopolitans,  you encounter the poignant story of a girl standing there,  waiting for a boy,  asking him to love her. We all need a little tenderness How can love survive in such a graceless age? The trust and self-assurance that lead to happiness Theyre the very things - we kill I guess Pride and competition Cannot fill these empty arms And the work I put between us You know it doesnt keep me warm -- The Heart of the Matter Originally by Don Henley covered by India Arie for the SATC soundtrack http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/151/SATC_The_Heart_of_the_Matter Thu, 29 May 2008 12:31:57 -0000 Joe versus the Volcano .. one of the most underrated movies around... You load sixteen tons, what do ya get? Another day older and deeper in debt Saint Peter, don't you call me 'cause I can't go I owe my soul to the company store (hard to imagine Mr. SexBomb singing this song hehe) http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/150/Joe_versus_the_Volcano Wed, 28 May 2008 13:34:16 -0000 Transforming into a Cook-head I was never really a big fan of David Cook until the finals night:  you have to admire a guy who deliberately chose songs which reflected his progression and his thoughts about the whole AI experience. His post-results interviews are also very endearing. Q:  How do you want to be remembered? A:  I just want to be remembered.  I'm so glad the word-nerd won.  =) I told Miles last night... we are definitely going to watch him when he comes to the Philippines.  Sagot naman niya: meron bang winners na pumupunta dito?  Hmmm...  Archie???  I gotta think about it.  Pang spa din yun.  =) American Idol Extra Interview with Leno http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/149/Transforming_into_a_Cook-head Sat, 24 May 2008 01:48:03 -0000 Evolution of an Idol Intro Hollywood Hello Eleanor Rigby Billie Jean Always Be My Baby Neil Diamond Week Baba O'Reilly Top 3 Mini Concert A Star is Launched http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/148/Evolution_of_an_Idol Thu, 22 May 2008 16:17:48 -0000 American Idol - George Michael moments Indulge me...  =) Anthony Fedorov Ace Young Carrie Underwood American Idol 7 Finalists   MR GEORGE MICHAEL http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/147/American_Idol_-_George_Michael_moments Thu, 22 May 2008 14:48:47 -0000 David versus... well... David In this,  one of the cheesiest finals I've seen, it was all about music and its delivery, stupid.  =) Round One:  Battle of the Covers I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me Round Two: New Cheese Dream Big In This Moment Round 3: (Hopefully) The Money Song The World I Know Imagine My 2 cents (which is worth less and less due to the depreciating PHP): I would pay to watch one David in concert.  I would pay to buy the other David's CD.  Which is which?  Let's put it this way. Andrea Bocelli is the only person I would love to see sing with his eyes closed. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/146/David_versus..._well..._David Wed, 21 May 2008 13:54:20 -0000 Fantasia Barrino: Bore Me This week's elimination night gave only one surprise: what in the world is going on with Fantasia? The look on Simon Cowell's face: http://joelleoh.multiply.com/video/item/32/Fantasia_Barrino_Bore_Me Sat, 17 May 2008 14:29:55 -0000 NKOTB 1st live performance in 15 yrs Ladies,  get ready to scream.....  "Joooooordan!!!!!!" They still have the right stuff..... however,  is it just me or has Jordan morphed into Donny Osmond?  =) http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/145/NKOTB_1st_live_performance_in_15_yrs Sat, 17 May 2008 14:15:25 -0000 "But what then, Senor?" <a href="/photos/hi-res/78/10"><a href="/photos/hi-res/78/10"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.joelleoh.multiply.com/image/6/photos/78/300x300/10/IMG_0855.JPG?et=WWk7BDeGWkY2DSixUDSMAw&nmid=94352905" border="0"></a></a> "BUT WHAT THEN, SENOR?" An American businessman was at the pier of a small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with just one fisherman docked. Inside the small boat were several large yellowfin tuna. The American complimented the Mexican on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them. The Mexican replied, "Only a little while, Senor." The American then asked, "Why didn't you stay out longer and catch more fish?" The Mexican said he had enough to support his family's immediate needs. The American then asked, "But what do you do with the rest of your time?" The Mexican fisherman said, "I sleep late, fish a little, play with my children, take siesta with my wife, Maria, stroll into the village each evening where I sip wine and play guitar with my amigos. I have a full and busy life, Senor." The American scoffed, "I am a Harvard MBA and could help you. You should spend more time fishing and with the proceeds, buy a bigger boat.... http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/144/But_what_then_Senor Sat, 17 May 2008 00:46:03 -0000 Kids for Peace Summer Workshops <A href="http://joelleoh.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SCr19goKCmgAAF0yyUc1"><IMG class=alignleft src="http://images.joelleoh.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SCr19goKCmgAAF0yyUc1/peace-banner.jpg?et=%2C8x5Bf9ogfv%2BltOdWeoUxQ&nmid=" border=0></A>Dear Fellow Parents, It's still summer and in between your weekends in the mall or at the beach, I'm sure your kids are enrolled in various dance, art or sports classes to help them improve their skills or to simply keep them busy. May I then invite you to give them three more meaningful days of learning and sharing – in our KIDS FOR PEACE SUMMER WORKSHOPS! Help your kids to become not just better singers or soccer players, but better persons for our world today! This will be a 3-day workshop from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, for kids aged 9 to 14 years old, at a residence in Makati. Choose from any of these dates: May 21 - 23 (Wed - Fri) or May 29 - 31 (Thurs - Sat); but please text or email me soon to reserve slots for your kids. The workshop fee is only P850 to cover materials, snacks, and facilitators' allowances for the three days; kids may bring their own lunch or add P300 for their meals. By the end of the workshop, our kids will hopefully begin to care more about our country, experience... http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/142/Kids_for_Peace_Summer_Workshops Wed, 14 May 2008 14:24:05 -0000 A Great Cover of a Cover Remember my rant a few weeks back about how David Archuleta butchered one of my favorite songs of all time?  Well,  I came across Arnel Pineda's cover of John Farnham's cover.  Scarily good.  John Farnham's cover of the Beatles classic:   http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/140/A_Great_Cover_of_a_Cover Wed, 14 May 2008 13:26:05 -0000 New Kids on the Block: Summertime <A href="http://joelleoh.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SCBO9AoKCmgAAHCDR4U1"><IMG class=alignleft src="http://images.joelleoh.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SCBO9AoKCmgAAHCDR4U1/new-kids-summertime.jpg?et=3h81hLy%2BiaXQPedzmnEkhg&nmid=" border=0></A>Ok, so they're not exactly spring chicken any more but Jordan Knight still is great eye candy.  =) Listen to their new single "Summertime" <A href="http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20197878,00.html">here</A>. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/139/New_Kids_on_the_Block_Summertime Tue, 6 May 2008 12:31:25 -0000 Think of Me.... Bravo! This performance marks a change in the way I view Little David. Hey, the kid's perfect boyband material and I mean that in the best way possible. =) In the battle of the Davids, Little David trumped Cook tonight. On another note, I wish someone had taken on Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/134/Think_of_Me...._Bravo Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:04:01 -0000 It's so hard to say goodbye Granny passed away a little past 1pm today.  There is a new star in the heavens to help guide our way to the light and right. So long, my friend and mentor.  You live on in our hearts and our memories. For the X's and Y's, Granny's remains are at Capilla de la Virgen at Santuario.  The capilla opens at 7am and closes at midnight.  Mass schedule is as follows: Tuesday - 7pm Wednesday - 7 or 8pm (still being finalized) Thursday - 8pm Friday - 7 or 8pm (still being finalized) http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/133/Its_so_hard_to_say_goodbye Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:47:42 -0000 Praying for time - Idol Gives Back It's ironic that the best part of the show was the opening act which showcased the talents of "so you think you can dance?" My favorite song was Praying for Time... but even though Carrie Underwood sang it beautifully,  she was still lightyears behind George Michael... ....don't get me started on the wannabes version of Seasons of Love.  =( http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/132/Praying_for_time_-_Idol_Gives_Back Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:09:57 -0000 Oprah interviews the pregnant man/ It's been a number of days since I saw this episode and I'm still having problems wrapping my brain around the concept.  Sexual dyslexia indeed.  I'm sure my Religion teachers in Vinnie's are having a field day. http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/130/Oprah_interviews_the_pregnant_man Sun, 6 Apr 2008 17:14:06 -0000 My new toy <img class="alignleft" src="http://images.joelleoh.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/R-jw7QoKCmgAAHhUI6w1/galleryblack_side6.jpg?et=nwwQ0rGG%2CAMAwI2HIH5uIQ&nmid=" border="0">Ok,  so I have very low EQ.  I couldn't resist the Asus Eee PC and brought one home today. This is my new tag-along, wifi-surfing,  shock-proof, 7" toy.   <a href="http://eeepc.asus.com/ph/index.htm">http://eeepc.asus.com/ph/index.htm</a> http://joelleoh.multiply.com/journal/item/129/My_new_toy Sun, 6 Apr 2008 15:56:34 -0000