'Tom and Jerry: Spy Quest' Is Shallow, Nostalgic Fun

As a kid, Tom and Jerry – a property that has been universally beloved by children for generations –  and The Real Adventures of Johnny Quest (as well as the re-runs of the original show) are among the cartoons I enjoyed in Cartoon Network (which heavily featured Hanna-Barbera properties back then).  So it’s understandable that I was easily intrigued by this crossover.  The plot is pretty simple: Tom and Jerry, while having another...

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Photo Biography Update (06-26-15)

Some notable photos taken during the period of January 1 to June 26, 2015...Boss.Valentines card making.  Joy YP February activity.Congratulating the graduates.  Joy YP March activity.Joy YP boys having lunch fellowship at Pastor's house.My graduating Sunday School class.  Been with them for about four or five years.Treating my beautiful SY 2014-2015 students.  Last pic with my high school boys cell group.@ Godfather.During preparation...

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‘Hyde, Jekyll, Me’ Gratifies, Then Dissatisfies

I just finished binge-watching Hyde, Jekyll, Me a few days ago. I think it’s still early to say that I’ve become a bona fide fan of Koreanovela (Filipino term for Korean TV series).  Hyde, Jekyll, Me is just the third Koreanovela that I was compelled to watch in its entirety.  Hence, the pool size is still small to make a definite conclusion.  But I guess this won’t probably be the last Koreanovela that I will binge-watch. ...

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Dubs' Domination (and Other Thoughts on the 2014-15 NBA Season)

The Golden State Warriors owned the 2014-2015 NBA season.  Amazingly, they were first in defensive efficiency (98.2) and a close second (they only trailed by .1) in offensive efficiency (109.7).  They finished the regular season with a league best 67-15 record (which is also the franchise’s best).  They never lost three straight all season long.  Stephen Curry broke his own record for most three-pointers in a single season and...

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Sir Christopher Lee's Life Was like Something Taken from an Epic Movie

Early this month, legendary actor Sir Christopher Lee passed away at the age of 93.  He is not only one of my favorite actors, but he is also one of the most fascinating people that ever lived.  This essay is my tribute to his incredible life.To be honest, I was not always a fan.  I was only 12 years old when Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ringand Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones were released.  I wasn’t really...

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