We have different experiences in life. We want to remember some and totally forget others. But in both we LEARN.
Media has painted a picture of how relationships would be, and no matter how you say otherwise, it would always have an influence on our relationships.
If we would recall the stories our grandparents would tell us, when the world did not have any television, and media was limited to newspapers and the most popular media then, the Radio, they would say that life was simpler back in the old days.
Relationships, no matter how flawed people's mental models were back then, were strong, loving and resilient.
Then came the Television, and it totally changed everything. For better or worse, became for better or convenient; for richer or poorer; became for richer or dependent and the thing that most couples look for is till death(or annulment) do us part.
Most marital arguments stem from media influence. Here are a couple of examples;
A couple arguing about finances started their argument after watching a TV drama where the couple was cheating each other thin.
That's just an example of how media could affect a relationship. But strong relationships could overcome such influences.
Point is media influence is strong, but it takes a stronger relationship..something personal and binding to overcome it.
Till next post
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Friday, March 20, 2009
NEW WAVE AND OTHER 80'S MUSIC
I felt a little nostalgic when I was driving to work earlier today. The radio station was playing a selection of new wave music. It brought back memories of my high school days. Then it hit me, the music I was listening to was at least 20 years old.
Suddenly it hit me. If my daughter were to listen to my music, she would soon call it Classics.
But still, if the music was that good to stir nostalgia, then Last Song Syndrome is bliss.
I felt a little nostalgic when I was driving to work earlier today. The radio station was playing a selection of new wave music. It brought back memories of my high school days. Then it hit me, the music I was listening to was at least 20 years old.
Suddenly it hit me. If my daughter were to listen to my music, she would soon call it Classics.
But still, if the music was that good to stir nostalgia, then Last Song Syndrome is bliss.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Nocturnal Emissions
ON READING AND BOOKS
I've been reading a lot of articles lately. I kinda miss the chance of reading a really good story lately. I've been wanting to explore this whole e-book experience but I'm not so happy with the technology.
I prefer the old style novels where you sit down and turn pages. I like the smell of book paper specially if the book is new.
I want to check out the new novel by Robert Ludlum, "Bourne Sanction" but I'm not sure if it's out on paperback already.
RANDOM THOUGHTS
My daughter came in today with the news that she's going to graduate at the top of her class. Yipee..all the stress and fatigue just faded away. Such a great feeling, to think that she's just Prep.
Till next post.
I've been reading a lot of articles lately. I kinda miss the chance of reading a really good story lately. I've been wanting to explore this whole e-book experience but I'm not so happy with the technology.
I prefer the old style novels where you sit down and turn pages. I like the smell of book paper specially if the book is new.
I want to check out the new novel by Robert Ludlum, "Bourne Sanction" but I'm not sure if it's out on paperback already.
RANDOM THOUGHTS
My daughter came in today with the news that she's going to graduate at the top of her class. Yipee..all the stress and fatigue just faded away. Such a great feeling, to think that she's just Prep.
Till next post.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
The Mind of a Married Man
A friend of mine recommended this TV series on HBO - "The Mind of a Married Man"
The story focuses on a group of middle aged men working for a newspaper. It shows how a married man thinks in terms of relationships with their significant others. There are a lot of sex, infidelity, office stints, elevator shenanigans, bar talk.
It's been tagged as the Male version of "Sex in the City". I find it hilarious and true. There are scenes in the show that depict married men as promiscuous creatures, ready to pounce and pin cushion any one that get in their way.
I specially like the main character's relationship with his ultra hot, Brit-sounding wife. I could relate to most of his escapades.
ON INFIDELITY and ADULTERY
I'm strongly against infidelity and adultery. I saw the effects of this, yet there are still a lot of stupid people who fall into the "love" reason as an excuse for cheating and adultery. I personally believe that "love" is totally different from "lust". A lot of people get hurt at the consequences of our actions.
What we choose to do or not do depends on us entirely.
It's not for you to decide on choosing an act of infidelity simply because you feel like it or you think you love that person more than your current partner. At any angle, or argument, it's not you who's going to be affected - it's still your kids regardless of who they come from and when.
The story focuses on a group of middle aged men working for a newspaper. It shows how a married man thinks in terms of relationships with their significant others. There are a lot of sex, infidelity, office stints, elevator shenanigans, bar talk.
It's been tagged as the Male version of "Sex in the City". I find it hilarious and true. There are scenes in the show that depict married men as promiscuous creatures, ready to pounce and pin cushion any one that get in their way.
I specially like the main character's relationship with his ultra hot, Brit-sounding wife. I could relate to most of his escapades.
ON INFIDELITY and ADULTERY
I'm strongly against infidelity and adultery. I saw the effects of this, yet there are still a lot of stupid people who fall into the "love" reason as an excuse for cheating and adultery. I personally believe that "love" is totally different from "lust". A lot of people get hurt at the consequences of our actions.
What we choose to do or not do depends on us entirely.
It's not for you to decide on choosing an act of infidelity simply because you feel like it or you think you love that person more than your current partner. At any angle, or argument, it's not you who's going to be affected - it's still your kids regardless of who they come from and when.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Reboot
Finally,
After a long hiatus - simply put; too busy to even log in and read posts from other bloggers and friends. Gosh, I feel that i'm a newbie.
What's new? A lot I'm afraid.
ON INDEPENDENCE
We finally got our own living space - far from the prying eyes of the control freaks. We could finally do what we want, when we want to, how we want to, without watching our moves.
ON MOBILITY
Got a new addition to my family. - He's sleek, compact, fast and sips very little gasoline. - Ran him at break neck speed down the new SCTEX for several times now. I'm loving every bit of him. He's not cheap though. It's been blood, sweat and tears til we got him. Technically, he's my first car. Gwen calls him Znuff.
ON RELATIONSHIPS
One word -Bliss - with her being away most of the time, it's hard to really find time to look into the nitty gritty of how to make things work, yet kudos to technology and all the technoratti who cooked up some of the best technology in the world, the miles are shorter now.
GADGETS AND GIZMOS
Can a ninja exist without his gear? Of course not. Got new ones coming too..I'm excited!
ON NEW ENCOUNTERS
There's this someone I find very interesting. Although I would be breaking a cardinal rule if I do. Maybe it's the way she looks at me. It's probably the guy in me.
You know how some guys like to test themselves if they still have the knack? Well right now I feel I'm at a crossroad. Should I go left, right, straight or back the way I came.
I don't want to add problems in my relationship - don't get me wrong. It's maybe because I just want to know, what she's thinking about? Why do I feel this way?
I'm no longer in the game..no more..don't wan't to be in it..but why?
After a long hiatus - simply put; too busy to even log in and read posts from other bloggers and friends. Gosh, I feel that i'm a newbie.
What's new? A lot I'm afraid.
ON INDEPENDENCE
We finally got our own living space - far from the prying eyes of the control freaks. We could finally do what we want, when we want to, how we want to, without watching our moves.
ON MOBILITY
Got a new addition to my family. - He's sleek, compact, fast and sips very little gasoline. - Ran him at break neck speed down the new SCTEX for several times now. I'm loving every bit of him. He's not cheap though. It's been blood, sweat and tears til we got him. Technically, he's my first car. Gwen calls him Znuff.
ON RELATIONSHIPS
One word -Bliss - with her being away most of the time, it's hard to really find time to look into the nitty gritty of how to make things work, yet kudos to technology and all the technoratti who cooked up some of the best technology in the world, the miles are shorter now.
GADGETS AND GIZMOS
Can a ninja exist without his gear? Of course not. Got new ones coming too..I'm excited!
ON NEW ENCOUNTERS
There's this someone I find very interesting. Although I would be breaking a cardinal rule if I do. Maybe it's the way she looks at me. It's probably the guy in me.
You know how some guys like to test themselves if they still have the knack? Well right now I feel I'm at a crossroad. Should I go left, right, straight or back the way I came.
I don't want to add problems in my relationship - don't get me wrong. It's maybe because I just want to know, what she's thinking about? Why do I feel this way?
I'm no longer in the game..no more..don't wan't to be in it..but why?
Maybe til next post.
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