The Idea Dilemma

Is anyone familiar with the phrase, 'don't search the roots, pick the fruits'? Well the manner at which I came across this phrase was rather awkward. Coming across it in one of them Locked Up Abroad Shows in National Geographic was quite surprising. For a channel that emphasized so much on wildlife and nature, the discovery of such profoundly beautiful idiom of the English Language is just unbelievable. Sadly though I'm a wee bit addicted to the show. Never missed an episode of it; not that I remember of missing any. Since this being my first post after two months of being absent in the virtual world, I shouldn't have started my paragraph by wallowing about idioms; though I am capable of commencing with even more ghastly beginnings. But what the heck? Honestly, I haven't much to write actually. I'm in a 'what people say' an idea-less state. All my brains had some how been sucked out of my head leaving behind a vacuum, with nothing inside it except nothingness. I may sound exaggerative a little, but I speak all excluding lies on this matter. Technically only me and The Almighty knows whether or not I'm truth-telling but I assure you, that ti's I speak of is no old wives tale.

Oh my God, wait! Something just popped into my head. An inspiration I believe so. I hope dear readers that you are least or not annoyed by my style of writing. I know a spoonful who are, but what benefit will it bring to me if I do commence with backbiting? Little or else none, I'm afraid. You know amidst my severe obsession with the social networking site, 'Facebook', I so happen to have stumbled upon a blog of a jeune fille. It was surreal; trust me on this one. Her blog was so harlequin and not as dull as mine. Honestly, blogs that are of a girls acquirement, are far more attractive than that of a boy's. I'm not quite sure why; probably genetics (smirk). By the way, whatever the reason, I still will raise a white flag if my blog were to compete with a blog of a lass. End of story, goodnight folks.

5 Things You Should & Shouldn't Do While On A Date (For Men)

1. Always remember to bring along your wallet. Not only is the wallet an important asset, it can also be a lifesaver in various situations, like for instance a date. Failing to take your wallet along on a date may evoke unwanted thoughts in the mind of the lady you are dating. She may think you of being an irresponsible or a forgetful person. I believe we are aware of the popular saying which states that 'nobody is perfect', but guys, please try and make your date as faultless as possible. Because making a lady get the bill is no gentleman's work. It highlights you as to being a horrid Romeo. Plus, ladies prefer men who are responsible and underwrite; as such qualities will make them feel financially secure amidst the presence of such men.

2. Never flirt with the waitress, even if she is irresistibly hot. This is what most men do unconsciously. Flirting with another woman on your date is the last thing on earth you would want to do, especially in front of the lady that you are dating with. Such behavior will indubitably piss her off. You wouldn't want to be sitting next to an angry lady; trust me. In lieu of that, she may also think of you of being a 'multitask-er' or a womanizer. Short stints like a passionate smile or an unusually sweet manner of talking, directed to another woman can provoke many unexpected thoughts in the mind of your date. Hereon, she'll undoubtedly be keeping a close eye on you. If this persists then she might be walking out on you.

3. Always dress neatly. First impression is very important, especially on your first date; although the dates that follow may be of equal importance, but the first usually gives her a clue of what kind of guy you really are. Dressing yourself in a fancy 'Pierre Cardin' shirt with a pair of 'Crocodile' slacks, followed by a pair of 'Peter Kaiser' shoes, will undoubtedly make you look snappy. Most importantly, you're date will think you of being a very neat, tidy and meticulous person. Also, remember that the manner at which you dress yourself also highlights the cleanliness level of the place you reside in. Neatly dressed men usually equates with homes that are spick-and-span. However, if you do attend your first date shabbily dressed, then it is advisable not to dream of having a second with the same lady. So, to avoid this from occurring, 'dress smart!'

4. Be a gentleman, and pull the chair out for the lady. A tireless act like this will literally put a smile on her face, every time you perform it, as ladies love to be treated in this sort of manner. Like a princess in other words. Please be aware that you may look like her personal assistant or something like that at times but, it is worth every penny, 'trust me.' If your date so happens to wear a coat, then help take it off once she has taken her seat, for this will immaculately highlight your 'Casanova' attributes. 'Action speaks louder than words' is a popular saying that inevitably summarizes all of the above. Also, bear in mind not to try too hard, for she may think of her as to being a burden to you.

5. Always remember to smile. Smiling ensures 'the Senorita you are dating' that everything is fine and she need not worry herself over anything. Even if the bill is costly, 'pay it in a happy manner!' to let her know that you've got it all under control and that paying for it is no big deal; so that she may not regard herself as to being a bit of a burden to you. Apart from that, smiling also delineates that you are having a cracking time. This is what you want 'Miss X' to perceive you of having while on a date with her, as it will make her feel that you are comfortable being amidst her presence. By the way, try to make your smile seem as sincere as possible, because some ladies can tell the difference between a nolens volens smile.

Trying To Dissipate Shameful Memories

Everyone has a shameful experience that they would love to dissipate. But it is not easy, as it is firmly imprinted in our mind. The absurdness of such thought is just too hard to be forgotten. The best way to get over it is to express it to others. Well, that is exactly what I am about to do. This memory of mine that I am going to tell you is just bizarre in an eldritch sense. It happened a couple of years back when I was 7. The morning sun shined luminously above the 'Methodist Anglo-Saxon Chinese School', the school which I once wore its proud colors. Under the raincloud absent skies, birds perched high up on an electrical cable wires near one of the schools block chirped melodiously to signify a day that seemed almost perfect. The 7 year old me was courageously answering questions that a persistent Mr. Lingson(mathematics teacher) was kept throwing. This went on for a few minutes by my reckoning. The sharp ringing sound of the recess bell echoed through the school walls, which brought a halt to all teaching sessions. Before Mr. Lingson let us off, he gave us a bunch of homework that was to be handed out to him on the following week.

Failing to do so is an option many students will not think twice of taking; as the punishment will be just reproachful. The moment Mr. Lingson stepped out of the class, the class went helter skelter; as usual. My classmates were just overwhelmed with the joy of recess by my reckoning and not to forget the absence of a teacher. That's the case with students; they just go ecstatic when there is no pedagogue in class. Amidst the hoo-ha, I got hold of my water bottle, and made my way out of class. I then walked down a staircase which I find to be unique in a sense, as it mimicked the grand staircase of the Great Paris Opera House from Gaston Leroux's award winning novel, 'The Phantom Of The Opera.' This was a feature not many of the British schools around town acquired. Having made my way down the 80 year old staircase, I jauntily paced myself past the bookshop which was on my right. With my nose pointing skywards, I arrogantly ignored all attentive discount offers by one of the salesman, who was probably trying to get rid of all ancient stationery items. Passing the bookshop meant that I was now closer to the school canteen.

Knowing that the eatery was just a short whiles walkaway, I quickly paced myself towards its direction cause I wanted to get there as soon as possible. My primary objective of doing so was, so that I could consume my food faster, rendering me more time to spot iguana's at a bushy area, next to the school toilet. Spotting iguana's is just a weird aspiration of mine; I'm not sure why(smirk). Thus, having finished eating my breakfast, which comprised of two slices of bread with strawberry jam and butter, I went to the place that I told you of earlier. While there, I didn't happen to spot any iguana's. The rustling of dead leaves made me believe that there was something out there. Much to my dismay, it turned out to be a common household lizard not an iguana after all. A short while later I succumbed to my boredom and decided to leave for class. I thought to myself, 'today, the iguana's are just too obscure.' The moment I turned my head, I saw a large fist that came crashing into my face. The force at which I was subjected with sent me crashing to the hard concrete ground. The pain was no doubt excruciating really. But what pissed me off was the loss of one of my molars.

The blood that was unstoppably flowing out of the wound in my mouth sent me to tears. Well, this can be excused as a childish act for I was just 7 when it happened. My assailant was then apprehended by one of the schools prefect. I on the other hand lost a tooth. Thank God it was a baby tooth or else I'll be a tooth short by now. The irony of this incident is just inconceivable. Till now, I cannot seem to figure out whether the guy who punched me did it willingly or unwillingly. But, the fact is just comprehensible; I was literally punched in the face, by some unknown dude!. Well this is basically it. My shameful memory; being smacked in the face during recess while hundreds of eyes watch in shock. How about you?

5 Things You Should & Shouldn't Do While Conversing With A Girl

1. Always pay close attention to her while she is talking. Girl's like people regarding whatever they say as relevant to the topic being discussed of. If it does not relate to the thing that you are talking about then, just smile and nod your head; try making it correlate somehow with whatever your conversation is based upon. The last thing you want to do is, interrupting a girls lines by saying that there is no real relationship between what she is saying and you previously said. This will definitely burn the gasoline inside of her; or in other words, piss her off. Trust me, the last thing you want in front of you is an angry lady. Also, by paying attention to whatever a girl is uttering to you, you can also make her happy. 'Well, at least there's someone who cares!' Thoughts like this will definitely run through her mind if you do so. Other than that, she'll also regard you as to being a thoughtful individual for sparing your ears and precious time hearing her utterance.

2. Try not to let your eyes deviate elsewhere while you are talking to her, because wandering eyes is no good sign while engaging in a conversation with a girl. This point may sound a little like the first, but I'll try my level best to make it seem as distinctive as possible. If your eyes are not fixed on the girl you are conversing with, then it signifies rudeness as well as disregardfulness; these are the hindmost two things that you want running through her head. If you have accidentally done so then, apologize. This will make her feel a whole lot better. If you are lucky then she might even regard you as to being a very sweet person; erasing her every memory of whatever you had previously done. Such will also make you feel as if you're in seventh heaven. If this happens, then you'd probably be running on the streets like a starstruck geezer overwhelmed by something others know not of.

3. Stand still, but not too still; also, try not to strut and fret amidst her presence. Standing too still will give her the impression of you being an un-versatile bugger, like a robot or a rock. Move a little, especially your arms. Let them sway swiftly in the air instead of being subjected to petrifaction. Calm hand movements will make you seem like a confident bloke. Such mannerism in terms of body language and gestures can also at times, attract the hearts of many; especially women. However, try not to over do it as it will just make you look weird. On the other hand, strutting and fretting in front of a girl is also a 'no no.' Actions of this sort easily shows that you're nervous. I understand that talking to a girl is sometimes nerve-racking but try not show it as much as possible. The opposite sex might sometimes perceive that you are feeling uncomfortable or uneasy amidst their presence. You wouldn't want that happening right? Thus, try to avoid strutting and fretting while conversing with a girl.

4. Do not monopolize the conversation. This is something many Romeo's do without noticing. Also, this is bad in a sense that you're shutting out any space for her to give her view on the subject matter. Such will make her feel dejected or fed up. If this persists, then if she was your girlfriend, she'll be walking out on you in no time. To avoid this from becoming a reality, let her monopolize the conversation instead of you doing it. Plus, let her give her views and opinions about the topic you both are discussing of. Treat her like a princess, and do not intervene. After she has vomited whatever thoughts she has, then you proceed. This will make her feel gratified. Engulfed by the joy of finally being able to express her views, she'll definitely be coming back for you; as you're 'easy to talk to.' Oh, and try not to sleep if she goes on talking for hours.

5. Always smile, smirk or laugh when she cracks a joke that at times, isn't necessarily funny. By doing so, you'll make her feel good in a sense that she managed to make you laugh; even if the joke she cracked wasn't really comical. If her joke was really bad, then a little smirk might even suffice. Tolerating a girls jokes will also make her feel comfortable being around you. Plus, she'll also be very fond of you as you appreciate the jokes that she cracks. Remember, nolens volens, try to laugh when a girl says something humorous to you; even if it isn't really ludicrous.

Don't Judge A Book By Its Cover

The first day of any school usually starts off with a prominent ice-breaking session. It hasn't gotten anything to do with breaking ice or anything like that; more or less like an acquaintanceship session, although the ironic understanding of ice-breaking would've made the whole session seem a whole bunch funner. But, yeah most schools begin with such session so students would not feel lonesome or alienated once the school program commences. Such sessions are usually intended for the learners so that they may feel secure enough going to that specific educational institution. All in all, ice-breaking sessions usually work out well for many but there are still a handful of students that still find it a better option to resort to solitariness. Sad to say, I am one of those who still prefer to work with myself than to do so with the many Jacks who attend school. Resorting to solitary confinement rather than social freedom wasn't something that I intended to do at first; its also not that I'm training to become an espionage of a secret spy society or anything like that. But the irony of being rendered a job as one would not be that bad as it would land me a lucrative sum of money. Its just that the fear of mixing with the wrong clan encompasses my mind during these sort of circumstances.

Social problems and bad ethics are at rise in today's society. These unpleasant behavioral aspects of an individuals life is usually caused by peer pressure. Peer pressure is so deadly, that it can emulsify a saint into a devil and a law abiding citizen into a covenant breaker. This can be regarded as one of the many arsenal of weapons that Satan possesses to destroy the every moral value that a pious person acquires. Well this is just a rough picture of what could happen if you get hooked with the wrong colleagues of your academic institution. Technically, I'm not preaching you guys to live a 'Cougar like' lifestyle, its just that be cautious when you make new friends. They may look pleasant at first but, don't always judge a book by its cover. The thought of such just makes me shudder at times. Nonetheless, I still try to make loads of friends with the necessary precautionary steps that are needed. However, the feeling that emblems you while you're making new friends is indescribable really. There's this sort of joy that arouses within you when you make new acquaintances. After all, we are not made to live a solitary life but the contrary. Taking precautions is just a norm to ensure a long lasting, productive, meaningful and beneficial friendship.

I Should Express Gratitude More Often

Well, I'll be starting school tomorrow. The irony of it is just unorthodox for someone like me who didn't really find past schooling experiences to be pleasant. Actually, I'm not prejudice against schools or anything of that sort of manner. Its just that, the school that I'm going to is a wee bit far from my place. Like my previous schools, transport was always a problem, courtesy of the remoteness of my neighborhood. Going to school never was a problem as my parents would usually spare some time of theirs to send me. However, coming back to school was. My previous school usually ended at around two o'clock in the afternoon. But the funny thing is that I'd usually be back home at around four-thirty in the evening. Why? Because my house is located in an area that is beyond the radar of any sort of public transportation. A couple of weeks ago, I was interviewed by this guy, whom much to my surprise asked me a series of questions regarding school life. The following is part of the interview, based on my vague memorial recall;

Interviewer: So tell me, did you enjoy your time at school?
Me: Well yeah, I actually adored it a lot. But there was this one part that made the whole schooling experience seem unpalatable.
Interviewer: What might that be?
Me: Transport.
Interviewer: How so?
Me: Well, basically I reside in a rural jungle. I mean its not technically a jungle, its just that I'm using the jungle as a metaphor to signify inaccessibility by any means of public transport. Luckily for me, there was this bus driver who volunteered to send me to my very much isolated housing estate. But, before he could do so, there was this other bus driver that will send me to a specific location where that guy will pick me up from.
Interviewer: Well, that sounds like a hassle.
Me: It sure does.

Thus, if the interviewer thinks that my schooling life was a bit of a mess due to transportation reasons, then there is no absolute rationale why anyone else should think otherwise. But as I recall it, the distance from the school that I am about to attend tomorrow to my place is way further if compared relatively with the distances from my previous schools to my place. So, in a way I should be grateful of having attended schools that I felt was way further from my place but in actual fact was closer, if I were to compare it to the school that I am pending to go to. Apart from that, in a positive perspective, starting school again is really great in a sense; excluding everything that is related to transportation. One of my primary objective of going to school tomorrow is to salvage my mind from total obliteration, given the fact that I've been doing nothing much at home for the past three months or so that is mentally benefiting. In conclusion, I am really excited by the fact that I am starting school in ten hours time but the prospect of having another transportation dilemma is likely to commence again.

Spotlight: Global Warming

The spotlight is currently on global warming. This is possibly one the most talked about issues at late, for it involves the increase in the earths average temperatures. It all started back in the mid 20th century, and is projected to continue till God knows when. Some people may say that a small increase in the earths temperature doesn't really matter but what they do not realize that even the slightest change in the earths temperature can bring about magnanimous effects. I bet we are all aware of the melting of polar ice caps in the Arctic and Antarctic region due to an increase in the earths average temperature. What even more worrying is that the ice caps are melting even faster than predicted. This terrifying truth makes movies such as 'Water world' likely to manifest itself in the coming 100 years or so. Sadly, I may not be alive to see such happening; for I'd probably be reduced to bones. Many scientist say that the rise of the sea level by 3 feet or so is imminent in the coming years. If such happens, then many species of flora and fauna will be greatly affected. Animals that depend on a delicate balance of saltwater and freshwater will be the ones facing greater impairment. These sort of animals are usually found at estuaries where freshwater and saltwater mixes with each other.

In this sort of ecosystem, mangrove trees are usually found growing at the river banks, providing the perfect shelter and home for certain species; for instance the American crocodile, the Manatees, the Giant Land crabs and many more. Aside from that, human beings will also find the increase in sea levels to be troublesome. Areas such as New Orleans will be underwater if such were to happen. These sort of unavoidable consequences will force many who currently reside in low lying areas to evacuate their present residential homes in search of new ones which are located in much higher land. If these people fail in accomplishing such, then they will perish. The reality of having innocent souls dying for no real good reason is really unpleasant to hear of. But what can we do? This is a cruel world and as said on National Geographic, only the strongest and the fittest will survive. Hence my dear readers, this is what according to the many scientists is bound to happen. But if you look at the present, the signs of sea level rise as a result of global warming are already exhibiting itself in the form of floods that usually hit areas that are below sea level.

Apart from the destruction of properties and other forms of material, flooding can also bring about deadly diseases. Cholera is one of the many diseases that is brought by the floods once it subsides. Cholera which is caused by the bacterium, Vibrio Cholerae, usually affects the small intestines. Symptoms include diarrhea and severe vomiting which can lead to dehydration. If water is not replenished, then death may follow. What a cruel way to end your life right? But I'm afraid that's reality. This is due to the mixing of drain water and septic water with the rising flood water. Other than that, global warming has also caused the melting of glaciers. Before I proceed, didn't you know that 70% of the worlds freshwater supply is locked in ice? If you ask me, that's a lot of freshwater. So, where does this ice normally originate from? Glaciers of course; plus they call it glacier ice. Well, basically glaciers are the main reason for the continuation of the existence of many species of flora and fauna. This is because, glaciers provide the various species of flora and fauna with much needed freshwater. However, global warming has decreased the size of the many glaciers in the world at late.

The streams that flow from glaciers as a result of the melting of glacier ice generates a unique ecosystem around it. Imagine, what will become of the plants and animals that depend on the glaciers for their much needed water supply, once all the glacier ice has melted completely? Total eradication if you ask me as the whole ecosystem will perish together with its supplier. All these are some of the mere examples of the sort of destruction that global warming is going to bring in the not too distant future. Indirectly, we are the ones who should be blamed for such that is happening and will happen.