Archive for February 26, 2009

Unorthodox Gambling Method

Posted in Uncategorized on February 26, 2009 by abby

Ever tried gambling? Las Vegas is probably the hottest place to be in if you want to enjoy some gambling time and spend a few dollars while having fun. Indeed, it doesn’t hurt to splurge once in a while, especially after a hard day’s work.

Sad you can’t go to Vegas? Well, online casinos are the next best thing nowadays. In fact, you can find an astounding array of websites that offers tips, guides, and directories for the best way to experience gambling on the internet. And I tell you, it’s as good as being in Vegas and go splurging a bit. Internet casinos are now proving to be as good of a bet as traditional casinos that most people recognize.

Personally, I haven’t tried gambling but the prospect of trying online gambling seems pleasing and fun enough that I might find myself trying it sometime in the future. This is definitely a good way to get you started!

Since there are different types of way to enjoying gambling on the internet, you must choose ones that fit your gambling preference. Web-based casinos enable you to play directly without downloading any software on your computer. There are also download-based ones that requires downloading before you can start playing. And lastly, live-based casinos offer the highest level of interactivity as you compete with other gamblers in a real-life casino environment. So, which one do you choose?

Survivor Tocantins Bets and Assessments

Posted in couch-potato with tags , , on February 26, 2009 by abby

As of this writing, the third episode for Survivor Tocantins: The Brazilian Highlands almost airs. However, this is only my first post about this new season. Well, if you have seen the first couple episodes, then I shouldn’t be spoiling it for you when I say that Carolina and Candace are already out of the show. And, with different methods of departure at that! Carolina was blindsided, and I’m pretty sure that Candace didn’t take her boot that well.

I haven’t had so much time to assess the contestants prior to the season premier and after the episodes were shown. However, I did have some bets at the start and some of my initial choices were disappointing and a few others impressed me enough to make it on my partial bets list. Here they go:

Let’s kick off with the guys…

Survivor: Tocantins - The Brazilian HighlandsBrendan Synnott: Jeff’s assessment of Brendan prior to the premiere was pretty general. If you look at him, he’s probably going to be categorized as one of those good-looking hunks who has nothing to offer in Survivor but athleticism during challenges and a body to feast your eyes on (for the girls, at least). Wrong! As a successful businessman, Brendan really does not need that million dollars. But he likes to compete, which means that if he had to take bold moves in the game..then he would! I hope he does not fall into the stereotype and it’s too early to tell for now. But he’d be able to set himself apart from the recognition as JUST A SURVIVOR HUNK when it’s time to bring strategy into the table.

Survivor: Tocantins - The Brazilian HighlandsStephen Fishbach: When I watched the contestants’ pre-show video, Stephen was one of those characters that I instantly loved. Looking at him, Stephen is one of the most unassuming person to have ever joined the show. But don’t be deceived as this New Yorker is an Ivy League graduate. But he’s not one to flaunt his intelligence nor would he use his educational attainment just to reach a certain pedestal or earn respect from his tribemates (Coach, you hearing me?). He wants to approach the game objectively, stripped off with all his previous achievements, since Survivor is a different world after all. Everyone is equal in the game, and Stephen realizes that. He’s also got a charm to him that makes him one of those people you wouldn’t want to get rid of. Even when he devises scheming plans, he’d probably be the one working behind the scenes, orchestrating things and he isn’t the one to be blamed for it. Athleticism? He did show he’s got enough strength to keep up with the other seemingly more masculine and studly guys this season.

Survivor: Tocantins - The Brazilian HighlandsTyson Apostol: Reading about Tyson’s bio sure did impress me enough to put my bets on him, until… he took off his boxers and got butt-naked during the first episode as they had to take water from the river. This guy is hilarious! He isn’t just a physical competitor but he’s also a character! He stands out so much that even if he were voted out pre-merge, he’s one of those you’d be able to remember. His triathlon experience wouldn’t hurt him too as his tribemates could see him as an asset. With a few other strong guys (physically and personality-wise) in his tribe, he just needs to be able to validate his role within the tribe to ensure his safety. Other than that, he’s good by himself.

On to the girls..

Survivor: Tocantins - The Brazilian HighlandsErinn Lobdell: With Erinn, I’m quite torn.. Many deem her as the next Parvati Shallow, but I believe it’s nothing close. One good thing about Erinn is that, so far from what she’s shown in the game, she cannot be associated with any past players of Survivor. That though can either be good or bad. Her tribemates could start to question her value to the tribe: Is she known for her work ethics? Will she help us win in the challenges? She neither stands out on both aspects. Provided that she is able to take advantage of that, Erinn could slip through the game unnoticed. And before her competitors could realize it, she’s on the finals.

Survivor: Tocantins - The Brazilian HighlandsSydney Wheeler: Contrary to what others perceive upon seeing Sydney, I definitely think she has the potential to become a strong competitor, physically and socially. She is a big girl and could certainly meet the physical requirements needed to survive the tough challenges in this game. Socially, she seems friendly and unassuming that you’d love to keep her company. She’s not as abrasive as Carolina is, nor is she annoying like Sandy is. I’m not exactly sure though whether her fellow castaways see it my way. But I do see Sydney making it (at least) to the merge.

Survivor: Tocantins - The Brazilian HighlandsTaj-Johnson George: She is going to be my dark horse player. I wasn’t such a fan at the beginning, HOWEVER, her performance during the second reward/immunity challenge called my attention. Plus, her increased air-time is also helping us (viewers) see more of her personal dimension. It’s safe to assume her as an “old lady” given the age range within her tribe. Yet, she’s the strongest female in her tribe, which makes her an asset. She’s also been to exile, along with Brendan last episode, so her knowledge of the hidden immunity idol being at their tribe camp should give her the upper hand.

That’s it for now. I do expect these choices to change in the upcoming episodes. See you in Tocantins! :D

Milk It!

Posted in Uncategorized with tags , , , on February 26, 2009 by abby
    *photo courtesy of Thaindian.com  "It’s very sad in a way, because it’s a demonstration of such emotional cowardice, to be so afraid of extending the same rights to your fellow man as you would want for

*photo courtesy of Thaindian.com

A day after the biggest night in the film industry concluded for this year, an anti-gay protest was held against the film “Milk”, especially after Sean Penn ended up with the Best Actor award for his performance in the movie. During the awarding ceremony, Sean Penn, fully realizing the negative feedbacks produced by his film amongst anti-gay communities, delivered one of Academy Awards history’s best acceptance speech.

Sean Penn’s retort was very touching, not just for people (gays or not) who are proponents of gay rights, but for anyone in search of and fighting for their own individual rights.

It’s very sad in a way, because it’s a demonstration of such emotional cowardice, to be so afraid of extending the same rights to your fellow man as you would want for yourself.