Forever in Blue Jeans

Thoughts From A Temple Run Freak

Jayson Yang — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:23:48 +0000

Thoughts from a Temple Run freak:

1. Ang buhay ay di gaya ng Temple Run. Hindi ka dapat tumatakbo para takasan ang mga halimaw na humahabol sa’yo. Dapat tumatakbo ka dahil may gusto kang patunguhan, dahil may gusto kang marating.

2. Sana tulad na lang ng Temple Run ang buhay. Kapag nagkamali ka, nahulog, nabangga, o kaya napaso, pwede ka pa ding bumalik sa simula, daanan ang mga dating dinaanan, pero mas matalino at mas maingat.

3. Lahat tayo parang nagtetemple run. Tumatakbo tayo sa maraming mahirap na daan. Minsan nalilito tayo kung pipiliin ba natin ay kaliwa o kanan. Kadalasan nasasaktan tayo. Mahirap, nakakalito, nakakakaba, pero masaya.

Happy Holidays!

Jayson Yang — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 14:07:31 +0000

I made these gimmicks during the holidays and I guess it worked! Hard to earn significant likes in facebook’s newest and fast timeline updates. But more than the hits, the purpose of these is to share the spirit of holidays. So before the first day of this brand new year ends, and before everyone gets back to work, allow me to send you my holiday greetings! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone! Keep rocking!

2011 in Review: Blog Report

Jayson Yang — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 13:55:07 +0000

Thanks to all visitors! Mwah!

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2011 annual report for this blog.

Here’s an excerpt:

The concert hall at the Syndey Opera House holds 2,700 people. This blog was viewed about 26,000 times in 2011. If it were a concert at Sydney Opera House, it would take about 10 sold-out performances for that many people to see it.

Click here to see the complete report.

Minsan Tayong Umibig

Jayson Yang — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 06:01:10 +0000

This is a product of a Saturday afternoon bonding with good friends Kti and Dan. Hope you like it!

X Factor US- Top 12

Jayson Yang — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:07:50 +0000

The US edition of X Factor has been quite exciting since it started about a month ago. After intense rounds of eliminations, 12 acts have remained to battle for a 5-million dollar contract and the pride of earning the very first X Factor US crown.

Here’s my take on the show’s first ever Top 12:

ThE BOYS:

Astro- Prior to the first live show, I have dismissed the thought of seeing this little boy in the top 12, but the kid got some talent and he deserves his spot after his performance which made the audience sing along and jump.
Marcus Canty- No doubt, this guy is the best singer in his category. I haven’t seen a winner potential so far, but if LA Reid can think of any way to make this guy current and relevant, he might get a chance to go far.
Chris Rene- Not the best singer, but he is definitely the one to beat in the boy’s category. No one can deny his massive star potential.

THE GROUPS:

The Stereo Hogzz- The Stereo Hogzz did a decent job during the first live show, but I am not a fan of boy bands, never was, and never will be.
InTENsity- They will never win a competition like this, but they bring entertainment. And there’s Ellona, Filipino pride!
Lakoda Rayne- This group exudes freshness. I haven’t heard a hit girl group for a long time. Paula Abdul is one wise mentor for giving this group a country brand.

THE OVER 30S:

LeRoy Bell- Old man has a very nice tone and good recoding voice. However, if he’s not 60, everything about him is ordinary. But hey, he is 60, and he looks and sounds younger than his age.
Stacy Francis- The resident diva along with Melanie Amaro. She created a lot of buzz after her audition, but she hasn’t topped that round since then. She has an unbelievable vocal ability, but she always has the tendency to over sing.
Josh Krajcik- One of the good voices among the guys, but he lacks charisma and he is not very memorable. He’ll get the surprise boot.

THE GIRLS:

Rachel Crow- Her first appearance already guaranteed her a spot in the Top 12. She has charisma and a star name. With the right song choices, this little girl will sail through the competition.
Drew- Without a doubt, the most phenomenal contestant in the Top 12. Her renditions of Baby, It Must Have Been Love, and What A Feeling are better versions of the originals. At 14, Drew is definitely a girl wonder!
Melanie Amaro- The most overrated contestant of the show and overrated contestants never win. However, her wildcard hype is a guarantee of a long stay in the competition. But this girl can live with her talent alone. She doesn’t need the pimp, because she’s one soulful and powerful singer.

Ikaw Ang Aking Hantungan

Jayson Yang — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 13:51:00 +0000

Ikaw ang simula at ang wakas
Ikaw ang una at ang huli
Sa iyo, ako’y mahihimlay at iibig

Ikaw ang wagas at ang buhay
Ikaw ang kahapon at ang walang hanggan
Sa iyo, may laksang liwanag na kailanman ay hindi pumanaw

Ikaw ang alon at ang hiwaga
Ikaw ang takipsilim at bukang-liwayway
Sa iyo, ang daigdig ay walang katapusan

Ikaw ang una at huli
Ikaw ang wagas at ang buhay
Ikaw ang simula. Ikaw ang wakas
Sa iyo, ako’’y mahihimlay at iibig

Charo Ronquillo for Wrangler

Jayson Yang — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:12:07 +0000

At long last! Our pride, Charo Ronquillo grabbed a major campaign!

Wrangler Europe F/W 2011 Mark Your Territory Campaign

More pictures at FashionMedia and at Wrangler Europe’s website

Davao 2011

Jayson Yang — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:07:02 +0000

Sarah Geronimo- Super Bass

Jayson Yang — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:52:52 +0000

This deserves a space in my blog. In.ter.na.tio.nal.

Love Me- Collin Raye

Jayson Yang — Sat, 28 May 2011 04:53:39 +0000

Was in a karaoke place last night with a close friend and she sang this song. It easily caught my heart. This is the reason why I love country songs. Pure. Love.

I read a note my Grandma wrote back in 1923
Grandpa kept it in his coat, and he showed it once to me
He said, “Boy, you might not understand, but a long, long time ago,
Grandma’s daddy didn’t like me none, but I love your Grandma so.

We had this crazy plan to meet and run away together
Get married in the first town we came to and live forever
But nailed to the tree where we were supposed to meet instead
I found this letter, and this is what it said :

“If you get there before I do
Don’t give up on me
I’ll meet you when my chores are through
I don’t know how long I’ll be

But I’m not gonna let you down
Darling wait and see
And between now and then
Til I see you again

I’ll be loving you
Love, Me.”

I read those words just hours before my Grandma passed away
In the doorway of the church where me and Grandpa stopped to pray
I know I’ve never seen him cry in all my fifteen years
But as he said these words to her, his eyes fill up with tears

“If you get there before I do
Don’t give up on me
I’ll meet you when my chores are through
I don’t know how long I’ll be

But I’m not gonna let you down
Darling wait and see
And between now and then
Til I see you again

I’ll be loving you
Love, Me.”