Galvanized into ACTION: 2023

Sunday, December 31, 2023

Things that I never told you about

It's been more than a week since we all met Kean. But before all of that, let me tell you a story of what happened. This is outside of what I posted online during the announcement of Kean's birth.

I don't exactly know what I feel while my wife is in the operating room. My head is about to explode. I may look posed and calm outside but I' 'm trembling on the inside.

I always joke about my mother-in-law being so nervous but imagine this. She slept. I did not. I cannot. I cannot stop thinking about my wife in the operating room. We are just a wall away but we do not know what's happening.

I can't help myself. I'm just uttering small prayers to God asking for protection, strength, and safety. I sang this particular song and it's all I can think about..

I found my fortress, in You

And my soul is anchored, with You

My resting place, is in Your name

Forever safe

And I also repeated this line from one of my favorite song: Dahil Sinabi Mo

This calms me a little, it reminded me of how God works and how faithful He is to His words. But before all of that, I'm in a really dark place. I feel like I just don't care about anything, I just want her to be safe.

I continuously prayed and even tried bargaining with God. I know it's silly but I'm getting desperate. I can't help it and I'm about to cry. If only I could take all the pain and protect her at all costs. I just can't imagine my life without her. It's odd and all but she's my everything. I love her so much and my life would definitely be a wreck without her. She brightens my day and she takes care of me and our home. I just can't imagine it all.

I only calmed a bit when the nurse called me to the NICU to see the kid. They just informed me of the condition of the child and I can't stop smiling, I can't believe that this is an offspring of Jassie and I. Then, the OB told me that they were cleansing Jassie and asleep.

Hearing those made me relax a little and took a nice nap. A few hours later, I realized that I worried for nothing.

Magsabe ka lang bebs, bibigay ko lahat.

//ThingsINeverToldYouAbout

//sebajisoka

This is December

This is December. The pictures are not in order. Hehe

Emergency / false alarm. We thought that Jassie is about to give birth.

Meet Kean.

Laba laba muna bago manganak

Daddy duties

Christmas with Kean.

Lors visited us in the hospital.

Workstation update.

Christmas with the Lolo and Lola

Shiro's waiting game.

When her belly is about to explode.

Sun bathing.

Just a random figure.

Shiro's waiting game part 2.

Adorbs

Mandatory Shiro and Jassie combo

Motherhood.

We ate at the morning after. Food is great.

Motherhood 2.0

Pinapagalitan ni mommy

Ate Kat visited us before the year ended.

Last selfie before giving birth. We were at Hazel's and Gelo's wedding and Jassie became sick and needed to be rushed to the hospital and more than a day later, we became parents of a cute baby boy named Kean.

We also had a bridal shower and bachelorette party for Hazel and Gelo. I don't have pics so..

Hacinth, Charlie and Den also visited us and had some stories and food, and some games. No pictures as well.

//sebajisoka

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead

Date aired: Jul 09, 2023 to Dec 25, 2023

Duration: 24 min

12 Episodes

Genres: Action, Comedy, Horror, Seinen, Supernatural, Suspense

Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆

This is one of my favorite shows this year. I like the concept of not just a bucket list but they combined it with a zombie apocalypse. It's odd but it works. It feels like they would not have a choice but to complete the bucket list before becoming a zombie.

The show started really well. They gave us this somehow real-life scene about working at a corporate job. Being a slave from 9-5. A zombie if you may. Then, the zombies are colorful and it's really nice to the eyes. It's played a huge part in enjoying the show. That's why when they postponed this weeks ago, it made me sad. But knowing that they released the remaining episode on Christmas day is a true Christmas gift to the fans.

What's great about it is it has tons of life lessons about family, self-righteousness, and even luck.

We witness friendship and making the most of our lives. Giving back to our parents, having friends, and having fun. It's about realizing what you really want to do with your life.

Regardless if there's a zombie apocalypse or a pandemic, you'll realize that you want to have an adventurous bucket list.

//Zom100Bucketlistofthedead

//sebajisoka

Our Dating Story: The Experienced You and The Inexperienced Me

Date aired: Oct 06, 2023 to Dec 22, 2023

Duration: 23 min

12 Episodes

Genres: Romance, School, Shoujo

Rating: ★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

This anime started strong. Of course, the hook is gotta be that. It's a story about a shy boy and an outgoing girl with tons of experience in love. While the boy had none.

It's a usual story, but what's interesting is the battle on their heads. The girl didn't really understand love until now. The boy never had any relationship in the past and he feels like he can't offer anything.

They struggle because the girl experienced it all and she does not have any "firsts" with the actual man that she loves.

The story is interesting, there's drama and conflict. You'll enjoy the ride if you wanna chill. My only issue is the ending. They never gave us that experienced episode.

//OurDatingStory:TheExperiencedYouandTheInexperiencedMe

//sebajisoka

The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You

Date aired: Oct 08, 2023 to Dec. 24, 2023

Duration: 23 min

12 Episodes

Genres: Comedy, Harem, Parody, Romance, School, Seinen

Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆

When I heard about this show, all I could say was that it was ridiculous. It's gonna be insane. That's a 100 and all I can think about is how would they pull this off. I can only imagine the conflict.

And I'm that kind of anime fan, I sometimes watch really stupid anime such as this but oh boy. The show did not disappoint. It's hilarious and it's full of fan service. If you thought that this was going to be serious, hell no. This show is a parody of all the harem shows ever created. The 100 will probably symbolize each and every element that harem anime uses.

Don't get me wrong. The anime is nice. I waited for it every week. I love the twists and turns, how they interact with each other and the reason for the 100 soulmates is really stupid and we can't complain about it at all.

Would I recommend it? I guess. Would you like it? Probably. But it's worth considering if you want to have some laughs.

Oh, before I forget. The character design and style are good. I can see a lot of waifu material among them. We only have 6 girlfriends and it's already insane. Can't wait for the future seasons.

//The100GirlfriendsWhoReallyReallyReallyReallyREALLYLoveYou

//sebajisoka

Rurouni Kenshin

Rurouni Kenshin (2023)

Date aired: Date aired: Jul 07, 2023 to December 14, 2023

Duration: 22 min

24 Episodes

Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power, Isekai

Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rurouni Kenshin is one of the iconic animes back in the day. We know the show as Samurai X and it was an amazing childhood, all we wanna do back then was to fight as Saiyans or wield our swords to be crowned as Battusai.

I'm glad that they remade this as as much as I wanted to rewatch this, I don't have any plans yet. When they announce this, I know that this is my only chance.

I don't remember much from the anime back then, I only remember a few characters so while watching the show, it feels like I'm watching a new anime with familiar characters.

It's a 24-episode remake and I watch it regularly every week since its release in July I truly enjoy the show. I love the dynamic of the characters and of course, Kenshin's language.

I guess what I'm expecting in the show is the iconic fight between Kenshin and Shishio Makoto, so I'm really excited for the second season. They already tease us in the last episode.

"You can die anytime, but living takes true courage." -Kenshin Himura

//SamuraiX

//RurouniKenshin

//sebajisoka

Tokyo Revengers: Tenjiku-hen

Tokyo Revengers Season 2 Part 2

Date aired: Oct 04, 2023 to Dec 27, 2023

Duration: 23 min

13 Episodes

Genres: Action, Drama, Romance, Shounen, Supernatural

Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆

I just finished this show yesterday and always needed to remember how good this show is. I almost missed the previous season for some reason but once I caught up. I immediately hop into the current one.

This season is overall, good. I like the pacing, I like the storyline, and the revelation in each episode, the protagonist is still somehow annoying. There are times that you feel lost on what's happening. Thinking who is this guy again?

The build-up is really nice. I love how Mickey returned to the battle which was almost lost by Takemichi. I love how they elevate the risk. The show is becoming a biker gang to a real gangsta with guns and killing. - which they didn't downplay. The killing is such a big deal.

I don't know what will happen next but I'm unsure about the ending. Is it an unsatisfactory win?

//TokyoRevengers

//sebajisoka

Thursday, November 30, 2023

This is November

November happened pretty fast. So, here's a quick recap of what happened.

Victory Alabang 25th

Yes, Victory Alabang celebrated its 25th anniversary as a church and there's no other way we can celebrate but together, with fellow believers who were blessed by each other.

We sang and shouted. We praised and felt blessed.

And we receive a commemorative card that we can use for discounts in several shops around Alabang. How cool.

There are also food trips after the celebration. There's a food stab, so the food is basically free. You just add cash if it exceeds the amount on the stab.

Year End Party

I also attended our company's year-end party in Shangrila. It's my first time there and this is my first and probably the last year-end party! Hahaha

Me and my fellow teammates.

And, I met Joan.

VG Christmas Party

We also had a simple yet fun and meaningful Christmas party with our Victory Couples Group.

Birthday

I don't have pictures but I celebrated a simple birthday here in our home with some caldereta, igado, pasta and graham.

Here's my wife's birthday gift to me. This has been on my cart for a while, and I know for a fact that I can't afford it. But God gave me a very beautiful and loving wife, she gave me this.

Then a quick station update.

And oh, I now have a mini studio for my figure photography. I'm actually having fun.

Wife and doggie sighting

Yes, another station update, now with my highly elevated table.

Monthly Shiro

Fin.

And the last week of the month is my wife's 9th month as a pregnant person. We have purchased tons of stuff for the baby. We have the crib, the shirts, and diapers and we got almost everything that we needed for a newborn. I'm honestly excited and afraid at the same time.

The next few days will be very difficult and different. She can give birth anytime from now. We're praying for safe delivery for both Jas and our baby.

//ThisIsNovember

//sebajisoka

Monday, November 20, 2023

Hunter x Huntner

Hunter x Hunter (2011)

Date aired: Oct 02, 2011 to Sep 24, 2014

Duration: 23 min

148 Episodes

Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power, Isekai

Rating: ★★★★★★★★★☆

This anime is really popular and I don't understand why. I love Yuyu Hakusho, and I saw where Hunter x Hunter got the inspiration from and I don't like it back then. It feels like it's a cheap copy of a classic anime. Then, years later I found out that it's actually from the same Mangaka. Again, I didn't watch it because it feels like lazy writing as it has the same four guys from Yuyu Hakusho.

But, I saw this Tiktok where the host asked several Otakus about their "best anime of all time", it's mostly Shonen and there's this particular guy who picked Hunter x Hunter over Attack on Titan. Which blew my mind. It has to be really good if you're picking it against arguably the best work of fiction.

So, I immediately added Hunter X Hunter to my watch list and actually the next one in line. I just finished it and it's a masterpiece. At first, it really feels like a classic shonen, which is nice and expected. What I didn't expect is the lack of fight scenes, not really lacking-lacking but the show is interesting without fighting left and right.

And when there's a fight scene, expect it to be good. It's not just random punching and kicking, every move has its meaning and explanation. Aside from the action-packed fights, you'll be amazed by the amount of thought given to the individual scenes.

It has memorable characters and it's easy to love them all. Every arc gets me really excited, the Chimera Ant Arc is the most controversial in the series. It's the longest arc in the anime and some called it the best arc in anime and some just don't like it at all.

And I get both sides. There are good and bad parts but It's an experience. The ending of the arc feels weird but satisfying, you might complain about getting all this build-up just for this peaceful ending. For me, it's wonderful. Really unexpected but it's a beautifully written ending.

"If I ignore a friend I have that ability to help, wouldn't I be betraying him"

//HunterXHunter

//sebajisoka

My Happy Marriage

Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon; My Happy Marriage

Date aired: Jul 05, 2023 to Sep 20, 2023

Duration: 23 min

Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Military, Romance, Shoujo, Super Power, Supernatural, Iyashikei

Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆

I've been hearing about this anime for a while and I just brush it off. It just not appealing to me. But, It gets recommended multiple times on different platforms as I look for an anime to watch. So, I gave it a shot. I should have hopped in sooner.

This show is really nice. It's a story of a classic arranged marriage and some uncertainty. The plot is the usual, but they executed it really well. The pacing is slow and steady, but it's not boring. It has elements of fantasy and superpower, which I believe are unnecessary to the plot. But a nice element to be added to the show.

I love the drama, you'll feel the emotions and it's a satisfying comeback. The dynamic of the main characters is really lovely. I can't put it into words but I can assure you that this is a must-watch anime this year.

//MyHappyMarriage

//sebajisoka

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

This is October

There's nothing much that happened in this month and it just passed by. It's the usual check ups and services. Aside from unending shopee deliveries, here are some snaps for this month!