Working around Arrogance

In light of my previous post, many of you have probably deduced that I'm graduating _{(if you're following me on facebook then it's pretty obvious)}. And for a student, such as myself who is enrolled in the institution and program that I am in, to graduate, we need to fully deploy and document our final IT Project or capstone project as most universities like to put it. 

Graduating BSIT kidz

So I'm young. And like all young people, I'm heavily idealistic, occasionally arrogant and frankly, naive about how the world works. I know that and I digress; is that really so bad? To try and work for an, often times, impossible dream?

Having those thoughts drive me though the whole beginning of the project's development led me to make things more challenging for myself. Considering our previous proposal was dismissed, we were to work on a new, abeit simpler project. Being as arrogant as I am, I pushed myself and ended up creating the project not in the traditionally taught programming languages of the school _{(C, Java, PHP)}, but in an entirely new language that I grew to love over my internship: Python.

It's not that I look down on the mentioned languages _{(I'm no expert in them either and am open to further study)}, it's just that I wanted to be of use somehow to my future workplace and what's the best way to find out the ins and outs of a language that to take on a project that you've never done before with it. So my team and I got to work on the documentation which was the easier part of the project. Once the basics were done, I got to work on the actual program.

And let me tell you: what I ended up with was not what I imagined. It looked like a roller coaster on meth and it worked like one too. I understood Python was developed for the web but I, being all high and mighty as I am, thought that it would work just as well for GUI programming. Granted, the layout and everything was simple enough to understand but the functionality was just horrible and I knew I could do better if I had a mentor or someone who at least understood the language with me to talk to but those resources aren't available to me at the moment. _{(Also considering that Python isn't normally used for gui programming, online forums didn't help as much. Or am I wrong?)}

A moment of panic hit me that weekend. I can't do it, I realized. I would either have to re-do everything in a another programming language or grit through it and just keep on researching; but time wasn't kind to me.

Now, I'm around thirty percent done with the project with two more modules of functionality in progress and a layout that needs fine-tuning. I got over that wave of panic that evening after a good few rounds of Halo on the Xbox and, in the end, decided to get over my big head and work with something more reasonable, considering the situation; Java.

I learned a lot after that mistake and hope to put that new experience to good use in the future. But I don't think I'll ever stop being idealistic and big-headed though. Maybe just kick it down a notch from time to time.

The Pressure Before A Big Test

So I can't compare the PhilIT GC Exam to the big board exams or licensure exams other graduates have to take to get to the professional world but the struggle I think is the same.

Basically, passing this exam means that you have adequate knowledge in the field of IT and are a certified IT professional. They have you listed and when companies are hiring, passers are prioritized. you get this fancy certificate and etc etc.

I'm not only exclusively sharing the experience of this quiz alone but also with other exams I had to take in my lifetime. It's just in this one that I've finally noticed it.

The coverage of this test would be all our lessons from our first year to our last so naturally one would want to review a bit, just in case. Even if you're not normally that studious but still care enough to at least try, flipping through a few pages of the reviewer would probably ease the tension.

The fact though that everyone around me were like: 

"Oh, Ashley will pass, I'm sure."

"Only her name will be up in the passers list haha."

"Why are you studying? You're already smart! You're gonna pass."

They were either intentionally or unintentionally building up everybody else's expectation of me being one of the passers. And that gradually scared me. What if I don't pass? What if I don't reach the expectation you set for me?

For sure I would be ridiculed, although not as extravagantly but a few shots to the ego would probably be fired. It might not be that big of a deal, but the implication that everyone around you is expecting you to do the thing successfully, egging you on to actually doing it because they're expecting it of you, not only adds up to the pressure you put on yourself but also to your desire to live up to their expectations.

Pride, I think, is hotwired into our system and we just can't help but at least try and do our best to meet these expectations, even though, sometimes, we just can't do it. 

Some good comes out of these implications sometimes, though. I got to study and actually take the review to heart because of all the set expectations. I passed the test because of it but the pressure I felt that gradually grew as the test got closer was incredibly uncomfortable.

The passers and soon-to-be passers

I just can't imagine what students with an even tougher peer group and stricter family would have felt in their tests. No wonder some kids don't even try to reach their potential because of the fear of heightened expectations. No wonder there are reports of students committing suicide because of the pressure put on them.

Talking to some of Bohol's LGU representatives about Blogging

PIA Bohol, their delegates and speakers at their Blogging for Tourism and Environment event

Going with my friend Dalareich to Catigbian, Bohol to help her present her segment, Basic Blogging, at PIA's Blogging for Tourism and Environment event was, first of all, far since the town of Catigbian is located in the island's interior and, secondly, very inspiring.

The delegates before the workshop started

I was expecting an auditorium of high school students before I arrived at the session hall with Dalareich as we climbed the stairs of the Catigbian Municipal Hall. The crowd that greeted us, though, was a selection of delegates from various municipalities in Bohol holding esteemed positions in their respective local government units. Dalareich and I shared a look.

Our friends at PIA Bohol were very welcoming and accommodating upon our arrival. I had the privilege to meet the people behind the scenes of PIA Bohol, their Information Center Manager Mr. Rey Chiu, who was a delight to listen to as he talked enthusiastically with Dalareich discussing with her their plans for the upcoming Blogging for Tourism and Environment Marathon this December, and PIA Cebu's Infocen Ms. Rachel Nessia.

Basic Blogging Workshop

Based on previous encounters with government officials, I was quite apprehensive about my segment of the talk as Dalareich was kind enough to include me in her workshop. I was tasked to talk about the technical side of setting up a blog with mine as an example. It pleasantly surprised me that the participants were so participative throughout both our segments, asking questions, answering our inquiries and being genuinely interested in improving how things were in the system which greatly impressed me.

Us after a successful workshop

The experience taught me that old dogs really can learn new tricks, or at least aren't deterred by learning something new and are more than willing to pass on the knowledge to their collegues. A lot in our government and culture can still improve greatly for our country's development but it gives me some peace of mind that we have these passionate individuals to push for the development of, at the very least, our small island.

Something Odd might just be Something Great

Coming home from probably the longest IT Project defense in our batch, I'm pooped. Not only did the proposal go longer than expected, heavily inconveniencing the groups that come after us but also, it was there that I realized the reason why our department's curriculum and standing hasn't changed nor improved for years. The academe fears new technology.

Quite an ironically bold statement though and I'm sure many will disagree, and I concur, I'm sure not all of the academe is like this but hear me out. This is based on my experience after all. 

Despite our department supposedly being at the top of the latest news in the field of IT, with the teachers often going out of school to attend seminars and the like, it took us a good three-fourths of an hour to convince them that the idea of using a startup idea as an IT Project topic wasn't as absurd as it sounded. 

Sharing ideas with Gerald Yuvallos of iSTORYA.NET at SWC4

They held our topic in question because it "didn't have a client" unlike most of our other batch mates' reservation or inventory systems. As we continued to defend our topic, the matter of it "being too similar to a regular forum website" popped up. Considering the reservation system proposed by the group defending before us was approved by them, were they really going to talk about that in our project proposal?

We were bringing something new to the table for our department, our topic being the first online, startup-based project topic for our whole college in years and they still questioned us about it "being similar to other websites" where they have been approving the same inventory, reservation and monitoring systems in every IT Project batch for more than fifteen years?

In their defense though, I was eternally grateful that the Dean of our college and our Technical Adviser understood our concept and helped us with the panel. They understood the proposal and were open to the new idea, as new as it was in our college.

Although I do understand their other concerns but I was honestly expecting them to be more open to the idea of presenting something new and redefining for IT Projects in our college. One teacher even simply questioned the member selection of our group, arguing that "those who could program must be in separate groups". GOSH, so are you saying you'd have a student with potential be hindered to reach greatness JUST BECAUSE HE HAS MORE POTENTIAL than the other kinds in the batch? The irony of it all just made me laugh at the end.

Our project proposal was "doubtfully accepted".

11/19/2014 Update:

Teachers changed their minds because the project we proposed wouldn't fit into the format they have set for all the required documentation. Well, at least we tried.

Nosy PUV Drivers

I never start a conversation with a tricycle or taxi driver unless I have to. Asking for directions or the history of a certain place is the first thing that'll lead me to a conversation with them if I initiate it. I also don't mind them wanting to talk to me about the weather or some political views and what not on the fly. But when they start leaning in, asking questions if I'm Chinese or Korean, which family I belong to and where I go to school, that's it, I'm done, you have crossed the line there, pal.

Granted, my reaction to the situation, when presented, weren't at all the best. Sometimes I end up answering everything reluctantly and sometimes I lie horribly but still reply. I always keep reminding myself,

"It's OKAY to stay quiet."

, or even blatantly just cut the ride short and pay whatever he's asking for so you don't have to put up with his obnoxious questioning.

Public Utility Vehicle

This is just a random picture of a tricycle that I took for explanation's sake. I have nothing against this one in particular. 

Not only is the gesture so totally in-your-face and disturbing, but also the fact that asking a stranger for their personal information on the fly is just downright creepy. Sometimes they even have this crazy eye look and unexplained assertiveness that just makes you feel harassed.

I'm not saying that everyone should be a total snob to these people because, face it, most of them don't have it easy. I personally always make it a point to be polite.

Simply replying to their small questions and statements come a long way for them, especially the older drivers, which is really nice. I've heard a lot of good stories from them especially about their life experiences and a few gossips here and there which is always a fun way to kill the time and even made my day once.

But basically what I'm saying is, it irks me that some drivers intentionally or unintentionally harass you with a lot of personal questions and it also irks me that the way I handle the situation isn't always the best so if anyone has a link or post that can address this problem, please send it over.

Reaching Goals and Setting New Ones

Last year, I set a goal for myself. 

"Do something great before I turn 20."

 It was a very vague goal, with no measurements or events that would let me know if I've definitively achieved it, just "something great". I found out a few month later, however, that setting a goal so figuratively wasn't the best practice one should use but i decided to run with the idea and, with or without me knowing, the decisions I made from then on would lead me to achieving this goal a year early, at least in my standards.

Ideaspace #Technopreneur Bootcamp Bohol 2014

Just recently I had had the privilege to once again work with the wonderful startup community that led me to this path. Our friends at Ideaspace, after witnessing the success of Startup Weekend Bohol, wanted to hold Bohol's first Ideaspace #Technopreneur Bootcamp. Naturally, the local tech community and organizers of Startup Weekend Bohol _{(i.e. the TechTalks Tagbilaran community)} were contacted and tasked to be field organizers and prepare the group before Ideaspace arrived from other engagements.

Meeting New Friends

Much like our experience in organizing SWB, there was a deep low on the number of participants. Working with my friends in TTTagbilaran was clear as a whistle as everyone had the right connections and drive to push through all the technicalities and logistics needed for the event. Giving it our all, we only managed to get 15 to 20 pre-event submissions. 

Ideaspace arrived, the venue was set for an assumed 115 participants and the TechTalks Tagbilaran team were internally screaming. But lo and behold, 135 participants showed upa nd idea submissions bamfed up to 41 before the mentor's Cafe started, which immensely delighted our friends from Ideaspace. "You seemed like you weren't worried at all! You were so relaxed!" One organizer said to us, core organizers, referring to our mental and emotional state a day and a few hours before the event started when things looked grim. We awkwardly laughed and replied "It's because we couldn't do anything more to make the situation any better."

Startup Weekend Bohol 2014

The situation was just as grim in before Startup Weekend Bohol opened a few months ago with a high number of "free" participants and a low number of "participants who would pitch". Mentors and Judges, both local and international, were there at the opening night looking forward to hearing Bohol's bright ideas while the organizers and I looked at each other in the sidelines with weary eyes about the number of people we expected to actually go up front. Much of our efforts in pre-event bootcamp sessions were, although fun, only attended by a handful of people. We thought the event would be a bust since nobody had an idea to share but the people of Bohol thought otherwise. One stood and pitched, then a group of two then a third and the next thing I knew half of the seats were empty because everyone wanted to stand up and share!

My first ever Press Conference

So much to say, the experience of going out there and engaging with the local community opened my eyes and taught me many lessons. To never underestimate the ability of people and to never ever give up when a challenge has been put in front of you.

Hanging with the big leagues

Being able to organize two such prestigious events was such a mind-blowing thought to me when I realized I had actually reached my goal. Hopefully, I am proven wrong and another bigger chance for me to "do something great" presents itself in the following five months but basking in the afterglow which was the Symph experience, I just wanted to look back at the things I was able to do in just a year following my decision to make myself better and man did I do a lot.

Chilling at Geeks On A Beach 2

One of which "lot of activities" I got to do was attend my first ever Geeks On A Beach at Mactan, Cebu. I met new friends and reconnected with old ones and once again learned so much that my experience at GOAB2 deserves a separate post on its own.

All the reflection and self-praise aside, being exposed to these events and communities of such crazy and passionate people, you get to look deep into yourself and makes you think about what part you play in all of it. Saying that, I think it's time to set another goal for myself, with output i can actually measure this time so I can't cheat.

"Symph has to be a purely startup driven/developing company before I turn 23. By then, I also have to be an expert at Rapid Prototyping and reliable at Growth Hacking. " 

And when I say "purely startup driven", I mean "purely startup driven". No client projects, no odd jobs, just purely the team around a table working together to solve the world's problems.

That was quite an intimidating dream actually and I'm very tempted to change it, but setting such a high standard for myself will only benefit me in the end, I think. "It won't be too bad, I hope", says the idealist me as I type this last sentence sealing my fate to this three-year commitment.

Questioning Values: Answering an exam in VALUES, a class subject

It was exam season in my sister's high school and I asked her how she did _{(like how we asians do)} through Skype. She gave me a pretty sketchy answer and sometimes, none at all, just that sibling look all siblings inherently understand. "Which ones did you find easy at least?", I said and then she replied with "Meh, the typical ones, Religion, VALUES, P.E.". As our conversation went on, she eventually told me, "Picking answers in a multiple choice for Religion and VALUES is pretty easy. Just choose the one you're less likely to do." And that got me thinking.

What she was referring to were the situational questions a lot of "moral-oriented" subjects use as questions in multiple choice. For example, "When you see an abandoned kitty in the sidewalk, clearly malnourished and dying, what do you do?" a) leave it or b) take it home. Clearly the correct answer is b) and choose that one to get points. Now think of it this way: if put in a the real-life version of that situation, what would you do? You would most likely just leave that cat. Mom was allergic to cats or I barely have cash to feed myself, moreso a cat and many other reasons. B was the least likely answer for you to do and so it was the correct answer in the test. 

I'm not going to pass any judgement on the educational system or human morals because I forsee myself doing that in future posts. This is just some food for thought. The irony just makes you laugh a bit.

Helping make that Happen happen

Inspiration comes from a lot of things. From experiences, people, things that you like or dislike, or sometimes even from nothing. It just, happens. I'm still waiting for that happen to happen like a lot of you out there so while you wait, like I said in a paragraph somewhere in another blog post, get out there. Reach out to people that you admire, talk to them, attend events, don't make waiting for that happen boring, use that time to help make that happen happen!

I can't say this is fool proof though as I am attending these events and whatnot. The happen has't happened for me yet, after all. But just hear me out. The stuff I've learned and the opportunities that I've been presented with at a, let's say, two-day event, were WAY better than a whole semester of school.

You may think yeah, that's pretty far fetched and yeah, it was just the excitement that got to me but think about it, does school really teach you about things that matter? Writing an email, for example, might not sound so daunting but if students are put in the position to write one to, let's say, a company or a professor they admire, they usually write a freaking essay! When simply talking to people that matter, school teaches you about posture, diction, grammar, but when put in the real situation, can school teach you how to bring it? School doesn't teach you how to be comfortable while your applying all these theories they shove into your brain that you may or may not use in real life. The situation may be different in other institutions of course, these are just what I observed in my school and curriculum.

Being a part of an Asian family, earning a diploma after college is considered one of the greatest honors you can give to your parents. Other than being a doctor or lawyer. I'm not kidding. So yeah, I'm here, stuck at school in my fourth and hopefully last year, dealing with all these "programs" but I did my best to incorporate new things and reach out. And even if you're done with school, mind you, if you just sit there at home in your dark room in front of the computer doing god knows what all the time and you didn't go out to meet other professionals and share, do you think you'll continue learning and growing?

I'll definitely miss my schooling years when I'm done with it and maybe my mindset will change once I've graduated but, as far as helping make that happen happen goes, reach out, talk to people, do new things and eventually, it'll happen.

Why FabLab and SatartupWeekend Should Marry

FabLab is FABULOUS. The first fabrication laboratory in the Philippines is here in Bohol!

They had a three-day bootcamp that produced amazing output which included paper made out of banana leaves, a plate made out of recycled plastic and new product packaging designs for our native products like the kalamay _{(a sticky sweet delicacy made out of coconut milk, glutinous rice and brown sugar)} and tableya (basically tablets of pure ground cacao beans). They taught the Bohol island State University _{(venue hosts of the FabLab)} students and many small and medium business owners in Bohol how to use the new equipment being brought in like the 2D laser cutter and 3D printer.

I wasn't able to attend said bootcamp unfortunately since we were informed about this big event late but I'm glad we were able to attend the Symposium at the end, at least. We also got to pitch StartupWeekend Bohol to them since the events have so similar advocacies!

FabLab's motto was Learn.Make.Share. And in my opinion, you can't actually Make, or Learn for that matter, if you don't have the right people with you or if you don't have the right business model. What's the point of making a prototype if you hadn't even tested out your idea yet. The two events should get MARRIED, I tell you!

If you're planning on setting up a business yourself, you can go to StartupWeekend, find the right people and test out your idea. If all that's said and done _{(and after you win said event)} you can go ahead to the FabLab, attend the bootcamp to learn how to work the machines, and create a working prototype! Due to the plans made in SW, you would be cost-efficient, time-efficient and confident about what you're doing and viola! Millions!

The timeline might not actually be that way but I can be optimistic. I haven't attended an actual FabLab bootcamp yet _{(but I plan to, oh yes, I will CHARGE INTO THE NEXT EVENT)} so my knowledge is still really shallow on what it's all about but based on my first impressions at the symposium, that is like the ultimate opportunity for current and future business owners. I mean COME ON! Can't you see the beauty?!

Okay, I'm done raving. Correct me if I'm wrong. Check this link out in light of FabLab.

Michael Christian Martinez, Filipino Winter Olympics contender: How is he??

_{No really, how is he? I want live info on how he's doing right now, seriously, where can I get it?}

Michael Christian Martinez, the first and so far, the only Filipino contender in the Winter Olympics. He is skating tonight to get the Philippines in one of the final 24 slots in the Winter Olympics which end on February 23, 2014

He's won ice skating competitions in Hong Kong, Singapore and Romania and has won numerous gold honors.

And get this, he has NO support from the government. NOTHING.

Michael Christian Martinez with Janelle So in Kabayan Today

The video was taken on Nov 2013 so I'm not sure about what's happening now _{(except that his family had to mortgage their home to pay for everything)} but he has to continually spend for his skates, blades, coaches, rinks and not to mention living expenses that are all in DOLLARS.

Let's help our kabayan in any way we can like spreading the word about his story and dreams. WE COULD WIN GOLD IN THE WINTER OLYMPICS

October 15, 2013 Magnitude 7.3 Earthquake in Bohol

I still have tons of pending posts but the word just has to be spread.

Skip to the end for the facts. 

The first 3 paragraphs are just my account of what happened.

As I woke up at 8-something something a.m. this morning, I thought it was a perfectly beautiful day. Drowzily sitting on my bedside with my sister still sleeping soundly behind me, I thought of today's to-do list and the appointments I had to reconfirm. Then the unthinkable happened. It started out as a small tremor that lasted a few milliseconds that quickly escalated to a full on house-shaking experience. I roughly shook my sister and made sure she got to my father by the living room. I live in an old renovated commercial building on its second floor and we could feel everything. The furniture started to shake, the cabinets and its contents fell, windows and glassware broke and parts of the wall beside the staircase started falling apart!

I know we should have stayed inside, according to advisories but we didn't think the house could take any more and might cave in so we ran for it. My father is to my sister and my mother is to me. My father led the way with my sister trailing close behind him. Comically _{(but not comically at the time)}, My mother's arms wrapped her harms around me. Mostly my head and, unintentionally, face. She said it was to protect me from falling debris but all it technically did was impair my sight and made it even more difficult for me to walk _{(with the tremor there and all)}. So, in fear of tripping or unintentionally hurting her, I dropped down to the ground and did a butt-slide down the stairs. When we got down, I grabbed her and ran for the gate. We all got out safe, same with out other neighbors and the people in our neighborhood but the panic was still there.

I got to talk to our neighbor who saw our wall go down and then the employees of the shop a floor below ours _{(they said their flat screen TVs on display, among other things, were damaged)}. It was all quiet for a few minutes until we saw the people from the market and further run the opposite direction. Somebody kept saying: "Ninghunas ang dagat! Naay tsunami!". I have no idea what hunas is in english but they practically meant the people that live by the sea have noticed the shoreline receding and concluded that a tidal wave is coming. Me, internally panicking, automatically believed it and convinced the family to get in the car to go to higher ground. Of course, after a few minutes _{(and after texting with a more sensible friend)}, I realized we were an archipelago and Bohol is located smack dab in the middle of it with other islands surrounding it in all sides so a tsunami was highly unlikely. Still, strong aftershocks are being felt until now. God Bless us all.

Magnitude 7.3 felt in Carmen Bohol. The epicenter.

Magnitude 4.3 at Intensity IV felt at Tagbilaran City, Bohol 9:37 a.m. Ocober 15, 2013.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!!

Please contact DALAREICH POLOT (09399023462)

The heartbreaking thing is the destruction of our old historical churches. Most likely the parts that got destroyed weren't part of the original structure and were renovated _{(correct me if I'm wrong)}. Hopefully the local government will repair them using the original methods and materials so they'll stand longer.

Unexpected Inspiration Boost

Ms. Paola Galan's Comment and Picture that made my day :)

I met Paola at Startup Weekend Cebu 2 last year. I haven't really talked to her for that long so the fact that she's able to encourage me like this and make me do better is something pretty special.

I hope I'll be able to catch up to you guys in the future haha :D I'll do my best and thanks for the INSPIRATION!

BOHOL HAS TECH SEMINARS/TALKS/WORKSHOPS, too!

I'm one of those people who complain about the lack of opportunities here in Bohol. That still applies today but some of those complaints are lifted, be it a tiny bit.

BOHOL HAS TECH SEMINARS AND OPPORTUNITIES, too!

It's up to you to look for them, attend and participate in them and/or make more and organize them.

Don't just sit there and wail _{(which is what I do most of the time)}. Work hard and accept what you have.

You're going to be even less productive if you just lie there and think about how unproductive you are.

Take what you get and make the most out of them.

You want proof? Check my posts _{(and more are coming)}. Want to argue? Comment below. Want to be a speaker/organizer/host of a tech-related event? Also please comment below. Want to be updated on future events? Join TechTalks.ph-Bohol.

The end _{(of this rant)}.

Overcharge??!! REALLY?!

Our university has two campuses. One is the "Main Campus" located in Tagbilaran, at the heart of the city, and the other is the "Dampas Campus" located in Dampas, a barangay _{(neighborhood)} in the outskirts of Tagbilaran. 

To be able to travel from campus to campus, our school has contracts with various multicab drivers to transport the students that have to travel between campuses to get to their classes.

The normal rate for passengers is 8PHP and, because of that contract, students only pay 7PHP. 1PHP difference isn't much, I know. But when you have to live off 500PHP for a month with school expenses like xerox copies and required materials, students do almost anything to save so the rule was welcomed by everyone. Well.... everyone except for some drivers.

12 passengers max sit at the back of the jeep and 1 or 2 in front. There were 13 passengers including 1 in the front seat. We all payed, obviously, since everyone had to pass their pay to the one sitting closest to the window separating the driver and the passengers at the back.

The driver kept insisting 5 more people didn't pay, which wasn't true since we all saw each other take out some money and hand it over to the passenger by the window.  He stopped the ride numerous times, making most of us late, and kept insisting we pay up. A teacher that was with us ended up paying for "those who didn't pay" since we were all in a hurry.

Really. I understand the cost of living is high and work like that doesn't give you much but terrorizing a group of people who work just as hard to get a little extra money? Really? :I

Blogging: An Unexpected Decision

I never thought I'd start blogging. Well not blogging blogging, but blogging about myself and about things I personally find interesting. Maybe write editorials or other articles on business, religion and other topics _{(which I might add, are interesting in their own right)} but never anything personal.

I guess it's my unnecessary aversion to vanity. Growing up, I've feared girls and have surrounded myself with a close group of guy friends. I'm not saying I totally avoid all contact with the people of the same gender as me but I grow weary when the "girly-girls" are around. The drama is too much for me to handle, I suppose _{(why make life so complicated?)}. After duckface, hashtag _{(the overuse of it anyway)}, self-shots and the like surfaced, my wariness grew. But we'll get deeper into this topic sooner or later.



_{It's funny 'cuz it's true}

Summary 

Starting up a blog is totally unplanned and hopefully I'll learn a thing or two about the topics I'm interested in. The internet is an endless well of knowledge and unique individuals, after all. I'm looking forward to learn from you lot! Cheers!