5 Centimeters per Second

I watched another movie again, but this time, it felt familiar.

I watched it at SM Muntinlupa, which honestly made the experience more comforting compared to watching in Sta. Rosa.  

This time, I watched 5 Centimeters per Second by Makoto Shinkai. The live-action one.

I almost forgot what actually happened in the movie, but somehow, the feeling stayed with me all these years. And as I watched it again, the memories slowly came back scene by scene. 

The movie still hits the same. Quiet. Haunting. Beautiful.

There’s something about Makoto Shinkai films that make ordinary moments feel heavy in a good way. The distance, the silence, the passing of time—it all feels too real.

It’s a good movie.

I love it.

//sebajisoka

The Ides of March

March. 3rd month of the year, 3rd month of being married. What has changed? A lot and we are slowly getting into our own little space. We are slowly getting used to stuff. We are happy, definitely happy and we are thankful still. We are adjusting but we are satisfied. 

Anyway, here are the highlights for the month. I guess I'll start with the Animes that I've watched. I finished 3 animes this month. 

I watched 2 seasons of each. 

First? Kaguya-Sama: Love is war. This is a masterpiece. Imagine watching a romantic-comedy anime fueled with suspense and action type of animation. They brought the simple school scene to an epic battle of wits and glory. I started watching this with some doubts in my mind. How can this type of anime be this good, how can they have that kind of a rating and a cult? 

All I can say is: I become part of this cult. 

How crazy animes can be? What storyline and special powers can they tell? What background story can they showcase to the world that we can all relate to? 

No one compares to Saitama as the One-Punch Man. This is not a spoiler, because it's in the title. The man is so strong, he can defeat anyone with, you guessed it. A single punch. 

It's a crazy idea but it's much more interesting. As I watch the show, I thought I'm following this man's story, but no, we learned the story of the people around him and he just appears out of nowhere to punch a villain and save the day. 

What's even funnier? The side character's fight scenes are way crazier. The animation and battle sequence are crisp. 

 

Don't let this silly picture fool you. While you may assume that these students, Smiley Mascot with tentacles can tell you everything about this anime. I tell you no and this is not a kids' show.

Anime Title: Assassination Classroom.

This is a story of an Octopus-like creature who managed to destroy the moon and gave earth 1 year to kill him before destroying the planet, this is while he teaches these students lessons - and attempting to kill him. 

This anime got me thinking if it is worth the watch. This will hit you in the feels when you least expected it. The student's goal is to kill their teacher before he destroys the earth. 

This has been part of my favorite animes to date. An epic masterpiece. 

House Dedication/Dad's Birthday

Vianca and her mom also gave us a dog. His name is Shiro. A half Japanese Spitz and half something. He is mighty and adorable. 

Vianca's Birthday party

After several months, EDPS Studio gave us our Wedding Album, edited pictures and videos plus a framed picture from our wedding. 

After so many years, I finally got the courage to try this amazing masterpiece made by the legend: Spencer Shay from iCarly

The Spaghetti Taco!!!

This month is the birth of a new collection. Anime action figures. Egypt sold me this one for a discounted price and a freebie of a Captain Marvel Funko Pop. Introducing: Tanjiro!

That's all folks!

//IDesOfMarch

//sebajisoka

My arms get cold, In February air.

After watching several animes last month, I decided to finish where I left off when I took a break from anime last year before my wedding. I stopped at around episode 10 of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. 

I just finished it today and it's amazing. No wonder this anime is always on the top animes from several lists that I searched into. 

The plot is really good and probably really unique at the time of the premiere. The characters were well written, the twist and turns are subtle but it's really nice. Most of all? The pacing. The pacing is the best, I felt like I watched a 500 episode anime in just 64 freaking episodes. 

The story is about 2 brothers who lost part of their bodies due to a transmutation in hopes of reviving their mother. This is where the journey begins, it amazingly unfolds many mysteries in the alchemy world. 

Season 2 of this highly anticipated anime, Demon Slayer has ended and it went nuts. The animation is superb! I did not really expect it to be this good when I read this in the manga. Top notched! 

I, then, started reading where I left off. I finished reading the Entertainment District Arc last year so I continued and this time, finish it all the way. It's really a good manga with a really nice story. Hopefully, they will animate this soon. We will probably need 5 years in developing this all. Oh my.

I have nowhere to go after finishing the Demon Slayer manga, so I hoped in Black Clover. I really hope that this will be really nice. 

Lastly, Jassiee and I managed to settle with some of our shopping and online buys, we have some spare time watching some series. After we finished the How I Met Your Mother and F.R.I.E.N.D.S few years ago, we are now back on track with another sitcom, Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 

House update: We bought stuff every weekend for our home and it's fun doing the grocery together. 

Now that we've been settled here in our own home, I'm starting to get used to everything. While we are still adjusting to many things, I'm happy that we're living this simple and exciting life together. We've only been married for 3 months and it's nice to look ahead and hope for a really nice future. 

We then attended the "Let’s Stay Together" by Victory Alabang for a night of  Encouragement, Impartation, Building Up and Prayer.

//February

//sebajisoka

Take me to January

Ola January. It's a new year with a new life. I'm still learning a lot of things with my wife and basically, life away from my parents. 

We spent the new year here in our home. My feet hurt so bad and our home is continuously being renovated. We are on the last parts, fixing some things and they're just painting the home. 

We also pick up my things from home and slowly moved in. We already sleep here and somehow it felt really nice. It's being renovated for 2 months. I really thought that it will only take a week. We are easily burning money and we still have lots of stuff to buy. 

But I'm happy, Jassiee's happy too. I can see it in her smile whenever she talks about the house. 

Anyway, I'm semi-back to the regular programming. I watched several animes, I caught up with these 2 ongoing and sought after animes. 

Attack On Titan - The Final Season Part 2

Demon Slayer Season 2: Entertainment District Arc

I'm so hyped about this. These 2 animes are one of my favorites from the past year, to the point that I read the manga as well. I enjoy both anime's current arcs. It's really good. I love the consistency of the animation in AOT and I love the details in Demon Slayer. The story is crisp. AOT's plot twist is even more impactful in the anime than the manga.

Tokyo Revengers

Another classic in the making. I started this last year and got really confused with the story. It feels like I'm missing something, which I did. I watched it the wrong way, by watching the summary of several episodes. I'm not sure why they did that part, but anyway.

Tokyo Revengers is about a time-traveler, just like the anime Erased. The concept is the protagonist can go back to the past, 12 years from the present, and can change the future outcomes by making some decisions. The goal is to save his ex-girlfriend. It's a really interesting story about gangs and the butterfly effect. Highly recommended.

Mieruko-Chan

This is the anime that I'm currently watching. Mieruko-chan is about a young girl who happens to see a ghost. The interesting thing is she chose to ignore them and it's working but that action plan does not lessen the chills. I'm only on episode 3 and I'm really expecting more, this is highly recommended by several Anime Tiktokers. 

//sebajisoka

Remember December

This has to be the best month of the year. Well, not because of non-stop events and food. It's because it's our wedding month. 

#theBESforJAS - This is our hashtag. It was predestined ever since #TheWanForAnne trended. Jasmin and I got married last December 1 at Leanel's Garden in Tagaytay. It was one of the best feelings in the world and we are just thankful that we celebrated it with our loved ones. 

After the wedding, we stayed in Tagaytay to spend the night. Our friends were also in the neighborhood that's why the party continues up to the next day and here we are, enjoying each other's company. 

We also meet up with Lors, we were overwhelmed by her generosity and love, and support towards us. As a simple gift of appreciation (Let's set aside that I'm really craving for some grilled meat). We invited her over Samgyup. 

This month is getting crazier. For how many years, I had a chance to finally meet her group of friends in college. I've only heard of them through her stories. Now, they became alive. I had so much fun meeting them and they are some good and cool people. 

I'm staying at the Casauay's in the meantime. Our newly bought house is being renovated before we set our foot in this new home. In the first few days, Jasmin and I stayed there and spend the night, I even worked at the time. A picture of my setup is uploaded below:

This is Jasmin, we went back to Tagaytay to submit the requirements for our marriage license. We stopped by for some street food. We missed eating kwek-kwek. This has been our first getaway as a married couple. Yes, back in Tagaytay with some boiled egg. 

As a preparation for our new home and the upcoming party with our friends. We bought some home items like Stove but most of all, my favorite purchase is Bean Bags. I've been longing for how many years, it stated at TaskUs about 6 years ago and here we are. Dreams do come true. 

Also, we had our extended wedding celebration in Batangas. My mom has a really big family and we are not able to invite most of them. So, this plan has been settled. They set up some curtains and balloons. I melted by their love towards us. I'm forever grateful for their lives. I mean, just look at these pictures, we danced with them, eat some crazy food and have fun in general. 

The next day, we went eating a lomi somewhere in Batangas and had quick swimming. This is probably the first time since the Pandemic. 

Christmas will never be the same again. Aquino and Casauay family joined together to celebrate Christmas together. We tell our bible verses and exchange gifts. It was fun and really productive. 

Later that day, we met one of our favorite ninangs, Ate Kat. She surprised us on Christmas day while we look like trash for cleaning the house. It's always fun to have her around. For those who did not know, if anyone reads this. Ate Kat is the one who taught me to be part of the Projectionist team back in our old church. I've also worked with her during the preparation for Jasmin's 18th birthday. Look at us. Hahahha!

The next day, we signed up for the on-site Sunday Service. This is the first time in almost 2 years. It's great to be back and this is so much better than online service. It felt different, way different. We are so blessed to attend during the last service of the year.

We have new members. Our tropahan added new members. Cathy and Daryl. Cathy just received that Caution board and what a day to be alive. This is one of the most fun from our yearly party. Look at Joy's face, I'm proud to say that that's my gift. 

Other notable highlights:

- Watched Shang-Chi: The Legends of Ten Rings

- Bought Stove, canvass for other home items

- We also visited my parents at home in Bayanan to pick up some personal stuff and had a really quick catch-up with my family. 

- At the end of the month, I got attacked by Gout. Miraculously, some herbal and sprays it went out not lasting for more 2 days. 

//RememberDecember