Coming soon: my friend's 'funky' guitar business

My friend has been talking about setting up her own business soon. She has this funky, edgy concept of designing personalized guitars. She even has a catchy name for the said business. The business has not started yet but she already has a customer base of three.

Yes, three. So I tell her, "Hunny, you're not going to earn money with just three customers." And so we think of strategies on how she can boost her customer base. Perhaps the most vital plan that we came up with is setting up her own online store - that way, her funky guitar designs will reach the international market. And we all know that there are just so many rockstar wannabes out there who'd like to get started with a really unique guitar that will eventually become their trademark.

Now there are a lot of eCommerce software out there that my friend can use. Taking cue though from another friend who is already reaping success with her online store (she's selling statement shirts), I suggested that my 'guitar' friend also use Ashop Commerce's shopping cart software. Since she's basically a noob, this shopping cart software will be perfect for her. It is very easy to set-up and she does not need advanced HTML skins to have her own shopping cart. And since this eCommerce software is affordable and offers free tech support, it will be a great start for my friend's business.

Now if you're a rockstar wannabe who wants to have a funky guitar, watch this page. I'll let you know when my friend's online store goes live.

The "Leave a comment, receive a reply" promo

I actually got this idea, and the title, from Ainj. Since I left a comment in his blog and received a reply, I'm returning the favour right here.

Leave a comment and I'll reply by answering the following.

1. I'll respond with something random about you.
2. I'll tell you what song/movie reminds me of you.
3. I'll pick a flavor of Jell-o to wrestle with you in.
4. I'll say something that only makes sense to you and me.
5. I'll tell you my first/clearest memory of you.
6. I'll tell you what animal you remind me of.
7. I'll ask you something that I've always wondered about you.
8. If I do this for you, you must post this on your journal.

Fight!

Feeling: sleepy (haven't had any sleep since 10 a.m. yesterday)

Curled up in bed with: If Only Geri Halliwell

All ears to: Over It Katherine McPhee

The 2008 Australian Open, The 2008 French Open, Rafel Nadal, etc...

The 2008 Australian Open was, in one word, interesting. For one, the men's singles finals was devoid of a Roger Federer or Rafael Nadal - a first since 2005. Next, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, a number 38 tennis player (and Congolese...he probably was the first - somebody correct me if I'm wrong), gave a surprise performance, overtaking #14 seed Mikhail Youzhny, #9 seed Andy Murray, #8 seed Richard Gasquet, and - it hurts really to reminisce this *weeps* - #2 seed Rafael Nadal to reach the finals. The finals is another interesting moment: Novak Đjoković becomes the first Serbian player to win a Grand Slam singles titles (not just an Australian Open title, mind you). And oh yeah, Đjoković is the first player since 2004 to beat Roger Federer in straight sets.

The women's singles finals was also a noteworthy event. Although the crowd favourite Maria Sharapova won, it was still pretty much historical. Sharapova (whom I super love, BTW) became the first Russian woman to become a champion in the Aussie Open. And Ana Ivanovic giving a good fight also made the women's finals an engaging watch.

Now the Australian Open has wrapped up. And the next Grand Slam event, the Roland Garros Tournament a.k.a. French Open, won't happen until May 25. I'm excited - I expect my favourite (Rafa Nadal, duh?) to make a killing.

Speaking of Rafa, I read somewhere that the next tennis event he'll be participating in is the Barclays Dubai Tennis Championships. Does anybody know if this is being shown in the Philippines?

I can't wait for May 25!!!


EDIT: My bad. Rafa's next tourney after the Australian Open will not be the Dubai Tennis Championships but Rotterdam/ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament. Same question, will this be shown in the Philippines?! (I doubt it. Bummer.)

Feeling: like pornstar (LOL)
Curled up in bed with: If Only Geri Halliwell
All ears to: Paghilom Dicta License

Falling in love with computer games all over again

Ever since I worked for a gaming website, I have become a gaming addict. I used to not care about computer games but having my eyes opened to such wonders as the Xbox 360, PS3, and Wii surely made me snap and pay attention. But not everybody can really afford these nice, shiny gadgets right? This is why I've always loved independent game developers - they make gaming so much more fun. And affordable of course!

Phelios has given me my dose of computer games as of late. They have everything from RPG, classic arcade games, to sports games, down to my favourite puzzle games. I am, admittedly, a Windows user. But if you're a fan of Steve Jobs and is more comfortable using Mac, the guys over at Phelios has a lot to offer you as well. They have Mac games like Mac mahjong and so much more.

Now I'll leave you guys for awhile - I have yet to finish checking out their tycoon games (being the Broadcast Communication major that I am, I'm super in love with their TV Tycoon)...

Damian 2k mini get-together: 26 January 2008

I think at one point in our lives, we get over high school and realize that that point in our lives was something we all just had to get through. It is not the be-all and end-all of things.

But this does not mean that we forget about everything in high school. If anything, high school is the richest source of memories. And friends...

Hence, it was a nice thing to actually have a mini get-together with some of the most memorable people I met back in high school.

My high school is a blur of memories and girlie writings (I've unearthed the journal I used to write back then and I cringe at how immature my writings were) but a few people stayed vivid in my memory. And perhaps one of the most vivid of them all (the most vivid, of course, being my high school barkada) was Damian 2K - my fourth year section. We dubbed ourselves to be the section of student leaders, talented individuals, and young, bright minds and well-rounded people. We took pride in each others' accomplishments. And, together, we also achieved a lot of things.

Stephan (taking cue from a suggestion of Floyd's), arranged a small "reunion" of sorts for what most of us considers as the best section of our high school life. And after eight long years, Damian 2K reunites. Only six people were in attendance - Kistna, Rica, Karen Lyn, Rac, Stephan, and myself - but it was surely good for starters.

Here's a peek at the night of Japanese food, Fuzion desserts, good talks, and fun company (more pictures here)...

Feeling: still sleepy
Curled up in bed with: If Only Geri Halliwell
All ears to: Over It Katherine McPhee