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Sunday, April 29, 2007

New Laptop

I just order a new laptop Inspiron 6400 from DELL. My current laptop Inspiron 600m is making me feeling both frustrating and insecure as I approach the completion of my candidature. Since I bought the 650m, I have formatted the laptop at least 6 times, twice in the 2005, once in 2006 and thrice recently. Some of the problems and limitations I encountered:

1. Blue screen
This occur several times when my hard disc has physical error in it. I replaced my hard disc last year. Afte current reformat, I encountered twice again.

2. Network, Start-up and Battery charging problem
This was the most frustrating problem of which I had problem with start-up which was suprising related to network as well. The battery failed to charge as well. I have to reformat the laptop to fix the problem. That's the start of the thrice re-format saga recently.

3. The F4 key was broken, making Alt-F4 is so inefficient now.

4. Bought a new RAM last year because the laptop was too slow for computations.

5. Bought a new battery last year because the original one failed. I discarded it before DELL announced for a recall.

6. No DVD burner and I had to transfer and burn off another pc. It's also terribly frustrating and time-consuming doing data back-up.

I have chosen a laptop again because my future career would most probably depend on a laptop rather than a desktop. The new laptop will be 1.73GHz Core 2 Duo processor with XP Pro., 1Gb SDRAM and 160Gb Hard drive. Of course it would have a DVD burner and I dont have to borrow my bro's pc/laptop or sis's desktop to burn backups. I didn't upgrade my graphics card and settle for the default because it was expensive and probably wouldn't make much different for just video watching. It would be more of a concern for online gamer like my bro. I initially intended for the 640m model since it's smaller and lighter but my bro called me stupid for choosing a small screen laptop which is similar to my 600m. There goes my $1408.

P/S: How should I ultilize my 160Gb space? Probably 3 partitions of 60-50-50.

Tuesday, April 24, 2007

Suzuka 148 Restart

凉风 #148 再始 リスタート

Early morning, Miho rushed Yamato to hurry up, telling him that Suzuka was already waiting downstairs. Yamato complained that why they had to leave that early and it wasn't even his competition. Miho explained that he was the captain and he should cheered for their team. Yamato walked down the stairs and Suzuka noticed him, feeling embarassed. Suddenly Tsuyoshi appeared and greeted them. He thanked them and told them that he would try his best. Yamato and Suzuka was a bit stunned from the sudden appearance. Miho told them to hurry. On the way, Miho walked in front with Tsuyoshi while Yamato and Suzuka were trailing. Yamato was thinking that things got a bit awkward once they return to normal routine. Suzuka then asked if he was fine. Yamato didnt understand. Suzuka asked if he was fine after failing from the bed. Yamato anxiously replied he was fine. Yamato later apologized and said that he didnt know what to say as he felt a bit awkward. She replied it's all right as she was feeling that too. Miho interrupted them and complained that they were walking too slow.

They reached the 18 years old novice track meet venue. Yamato commented about the atmosphere, saying he started to get nervous as well. Suzuka commented that it could be because Yamato hasn't had any competition for some time. Tsuyoshi told Miho that he would get the first place but Miho, saw him panicking, asked him if he was fine. Yamto heard it and remembered that he used to be nervous in the past. He reminisced the time he made a resolution to be Japan's champion athlete. He also remembered that he failed miserably in that meet even after he made the resolution. Yamato then approached Tsuyoshi, hitting his head, telling him to go to the mark. Yamato told Tsuyoshi not to worry because there wasn't anyone in the district that could beat him. Tsuyoshi doubted but Yamato reassured him. Suzuka was pleased to hear that from Yamato. Suzuka later commented that Yamato acted well as a captain. Yamato replied that he only tried to make Tsuyoshi feel confident.

The track event was about to start. Yamato and Miho shouted and cheered for Tsuyoshi. Tsuyoshi assured himself that he would be fine and he had practised a lot for it. The event started and Tsuyoshi sped. Tsuyoshi was distracted by other competitors advancing beside him. Yamato shouted telling him to look ahead. Tsuyoshi gave his best and he got the first palce with a time of 11 minutes 59 seconds. Yamato was relieved, Miho was surprised, Suzuka was happy and Tsuyoshi was shocked. Tsuyoshi stood on the podium and received his medal in disbelief. Suzuka commented that Tsuyoshi must be shocked to get first place in his first meet. Yamato remarked that he felt like running when he saw Tsuyoshi's race. Suzuka asked if Yamato had also stood on the podium several times. Yamato replied just a few. She then told Yamato that she would love to witness Yamato standing on the podium receiving his prize. She told him that it's bit pity that she hasn't seen any of it. Yamato then told her that he would let her witness it. He added that she would be able to witness him getting the first at the university level. She remarked that Yamato said that without thinking again. Yamato told her that he's serious. Suzuka was happy and told him that she's anticipating it. Yamato was pleased but he was suddenly grabbed by Kinugasa sempai. Yamato asked why he was there. Kinugasa sempai replied that he wanted to help his former school. He led Yamato for pre-university training. Yamato called Suzuka for help. Suzuka replied that she's anticipating. Yamato then shouted it's better not to anticipate.

Note: The last line has casual meaning. Yamato said that so that she would help to escape from Kinugasa sempai.

P/S: A fine chapter in my opinion. It's time to develop other characters while maintaining Suzuka and Yamato relationship. Since, Yamato made the promise of being the champion at the university level, I'm convinced that the story would continue at least up to that stage. Whether he made it or lose to Arima is another turning point.

Friday, April 20, 2007

HLJ Idle

Re-formatted my C partition because power up, networking and battery charging problem. Waste the whole day yesterday because of using an image technique. Everything's fine now.

My HLJ order which comprises the Tamiya Gold paint and Mr. Colour clear gloss has been ready for shipping for 5 days. Last year I encountered the same problem around the Easter break and Christmas break. They said they had too many orders to process because of holiday and most things got delay. If they send it next week, I need to wait until at least 14th May to start assembling my MG Strike Freedom. :(

Update: HLJ just send me order. I was about to send and email asking why the order hasn't been shipped after a week of idling for shipping. Merchandises cost 1300 Yen and the shipping cost 780 Yen (enough to buy another can of spray!), totaling 2080 Yen.

Monday, April 16, 2007

Nothing much

I didnt pick up much anime for the season yet. I cant remember how I picked up watching Ikkitousen Dragon Destiny. I like it because of the reference to the Three Kingdoms but the ecchi scene's too much. Though that's the selling-point of the Ikkitousen series. I heard good reviews about Idolmaster Xenoglossia. but yet watch it.

I was hoping for Tsubasa Chronicle season III but it has been confirmed that it wont be aired this year due to disagreement between the production company and CLAMP. I like the motion since season II was poorly animated. Just that we have to wait longer for it. There's no news for Zero Tsukaima but there will definitely be a season II this year, same for Suzumiya Haruhi. Three anime which I would love to have a sequel in near future are Full Metal Panic, Ah! My Goddess and ARIA, though not probable this year.

Finished FFXII ending which I could have done months ago but wasn't compelled to do so. Waited for the whole credit scene and ended with disappointment. FF usually have additional ending at the very end of the game but not FFXII.

I was going to post a review about last season anime which I watched but I haven't finished Primo Passo. There'll be a brief review for Primo Passo, Tokimeki Memorial, Kanon and Super Robot Wars. Since Code Geass yet finish for the season, I'll leave it to near future. My review for Super Robot Wars will be very bad, I really regret picking up this series, a junk in my opinion if not for the CG animated robots.

Three more weeks until I could start assemling my MG Strike Freedom. HLJ has yet shipped my order of Tamiya gold spray and Mr Colour clear gloss. I was going for champagne gold after reconsideration but the order has been processed for shipping.

Saturday, April 14, 2007

Suzuka 147 Temperature

凉风 #147 体温 たいおん

Yamato was shocked with Suzuka's comment and wondered what it meant. He told himself that he could be misundertood and told himself not to rush. Suzuka then asked for his decision, feeling embarassed. Yamato then realized that he didnt misunderstood. Yamato struggled with his thoughts on how to advance his move and what to say. Suzuka remarked that she's fine if he didnt want to do it. Yamato denied and said that he's not reluctant. He then asked what they should do. He regret saying that and Suzuka pondered on that quesiton as well. She then told Yamato to turn off the light first. Yamato turned the light off and approached Suzuka. Suddenly, Saotome shouted outside of Yamato's room, telling him that the hostess has come. Yamato crawled back to his room and replied that he had slept and turned her down. Saotome asked if he was doing somehting perverted. Yamato denied and told her to go back to her room and drink. She frustratingly told Yamato to be careful at night in the future. Yamato crawled back to Suzuka's room and apologized. They were both embarassed but Yamato decided to advance. Suddenly, the phone rang. It was Suzuka's mother. Suzuka told her that she wont be able to go home next week and she's busy at the moment. She bid farewell and hung up. They looked at each other and Yamato smiled. Suzuka was surprised and Yamato explained that it turned a bit awkward. He continued that they were alway interrupted when they reached a climax. Suzuka smiled and agreed. She leaned beside Yamato and commented that that's why they match each other. They held hand, kissed and had their first experience together.

The next morning, Suzuka poked at Yamato's face and he awaken. Suzuka greeted him and Yamato was shocked to find her naked on the bed with him. She commented that he was as well. He asked her why she didnt wake him up. She replied that she wanted to see his sleeping face a bit more. Yamato then remarked they have done it and Suzuka replied yes. Yamato apologized and Suzuka asked her why. Before he could explained, Suzuka told him that she was very happy. Yamato was surprised. She told him that she was happy that Yamato was her first. Looking at each other, they kissed again, with Yamato telling himself that he wont have any regret even if he used up the lifetime happiness.

Miho suddenly called Yamato for breakfast. Yamato replied that he's coming from Suzuka's room. Miho then wondered why Yamato's voice came from Suzuka' room instead.
Yamato was panic and knocked his toe on something.

P/S: Gosh, they DID it!!! Really didnt expect this....no wonder chapter 146 was titled prologue. At last there's a more confimation in their relationship. Now I wonder what plots Kouji have left.

Friday, April 13, 2007

26 Years Consumed


Today is my 26th birthday. I had celebrated it on Thursday with my girlfriend, siblings and close friends. We had dinner at Sushi Station Fuji Japanese Restaurant. There were 7 of us and we ordered these: 1 Yosenabe, 1 Sukiyaki, a main for each person, 4 cawan mushi, a set of sushi for two, a set of salmon sashimi, 1 Gyu Tataki and a green tea icre-cream totaling a receipt of AUD $250.

It was enjoyable though one steamboat would be enough, either Yosenabe or Sukiyaki. It was funny that we had two large steamboat, each person has a main, with several side dishes but we ended with 7 people sharing an ice-cream (because we 're too full).

The only anime-related gift is the MG Strike Freedom from my brother.

Thursday, April 12, 2007

March Manga Arrival

My order with Yesasia for 4 CH manga, Cross Game 6, ARIA 9, Suzuka 14 and Pastel 15 arrived this morning. Order was sent 27th March and took 16 days. Though I have read all before I even order them. ^^

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Suzuka 146 Prologue

凉风 #146 序章 じょしょう

The next day at school, during lunch, Yamato had a talk with Yasonobu. Yamato told him that he was rejected. Yasonobu asked if Yamato initiate it bluntly. Yamato replied that they were watching a movie and he felt the atmosphere was right. Yasonobu asked why it would fail then. Yamato wondered too. Yamato replied that Suzuka didnt know what's the meaning of intimate relationship and was happy sastified with their current relationship. Yasonobu commented that Yamato gave up easily. He added that Suzuka's dislike might mean ok instead. He asked why Yamato lost his strong-will at that time. Yamato felt pointless with the conversation and left. After school, Yamato waited by the lockers. He thought to himself that he just wanted to draw their relationship closer. Suzuka then appeared and Yamato called her name. She shunned away feeling embarassed. Yamato tried to talk to her but she called her friends to wait and left.

At night, lying on his bed, Yamato looked at the maths workbook and the charm. He remembered Suzuka offering to help with his studies and her encouragement through the charm. He also remembered that Suzuka was so happy when they were able to attend the same university. Yamato then thought about the whole incident and his attitude. Suzuka was in her room watching the tv but she was alone in her thoughts. Suddenyl Yamato burst into her room through the hole on the wall. Suzuka was shocked. Yamato knelt down and apologized sincerely to her. He told her that he only thought of doing that before. He explained that it was because of Yasonobu remark that most couple who date that long would have done it. He continued that he read on the magazine saying that boy's first experience was around 17 years old and girls would be fine with it if they entered boy's room. He said that he didnt consider her feeling and acted so back then. Yamato apologized again calling himself the worst. Suzuka told him that she was not angry. She explained that she undertood since this would happen one day since they started dating. She continued that she would be sastified even if they didnt have that experience and she was happy to be with Yamato each day. She then told Yamato that she was very afraid. She didnt know how to respond to him and apologized. Yamato realized that he was stupid for not understanding her even when they dated for a long time. Yamato then told Suzuka that he was also sastified with their current relationship. Suzuka then asked if Yamato would be sastified with it. Yamato replied that it was enough. He told her that she was the most important to him and he wanted to cherish her more. Suzuka was touched and thanked him. As Yamato ended his conversation, Suzuka told him it was fine. Yamato was surprised and asked what. Suzuka replied that she would not mind if it was now.

Note: Direct translation for last sentence would be "If now, I wouldn't dislike it".

P/S: Suzuka was touched by Yamato considering her as his "most important". Anticipating next chapter... still doubt they will have a intimate experience. Something will interrupt them.

Monday, April 9, 2007

SR ARIA Cloth Change

Yujin is releasing new product on ARIA called SR ARIA Cloth Change version 1 in a bozset of 8 pieces. It's available for pre-order at HLJ for 2280 yen. The official site is Yujin SR but no preview is available yet. I dont think I'll get it since I'm pre-ordering the Toyworks boxset of 10 ARIA chibi figures.

Tuesday, April 3, 2007

Suzuka 145 Breakdown

凉风 #145 決裂 けつれつ

In the morning, Yamato could still feel the pain on his slap because of Suzuka's slap the night before. He commented that she shouldnt be that angry even though he touhed her breast. Outside his room, he decided to apologize to Suzuka since he didnt want them to quarrel. Suzuka came out from her room and Yamato tried to talk to her. Suzuka asked him not to get near her. She went away. Yamato chased after her and asked her to wait. He asked her to listen to what he had to say. She replied that she didnt want to listen. Yamato apologized for the incident but Suzuka shouted telling him to stop talking to her. In the evening, Miho came to Yamato room and told him to have dinner. Yamato was in bad mood and he yelled at Miho telling her that he didnt want to eat. Miho was angry and puzzled as well. Yamato was wondering why Suzuka got so angry even when he had apologized. He acknowledged that it was because of Yasonobu advice but he didnt just simply go for it. He wondered f what he did was really overboard. Suzuka was in her room and the frog toy was stucked in the hole linking between Yamato and her room. She heard her bell ringing and went to open her door. Yamato was outside and told her that he had something to talk to her. He asked if she had time but Suzuka replied that she didnt have anything to talk to him. Yamato stopped her from closing the door and asked her to listen in loud voice. She told him not speak that loud and asked him to enter her room. Yamato apologized and entered the room.

Suzuka was ready to listen. Yamato told her that he disagreed with the incident the night before. He agreed that it was bit of a sudden and he was at fault. He remarked that they were dating and why she so reluctant. Suzuka asked why he insisted on acting so. Yamato replied that he wasn't stubborn but it was normal for couples who were dating. Suzuka replied that the way how a relationship work out depended on couples. She asked why watching movie, eating and playing together isnt sastifying. Suzuka remarked that she couldnt understand why Yamato insisted on going so far in the relationship. Yamato disagreed and Suzuka angrily told him that she was sastified with how they were before. Yamato got agitated and told her that he wasn't sastified with it. Suzuka was shocked. Suzuka told him that she didnt want to listen anymore and asked him to leave. Yamato tried to continue but Suzuka told him to leave. Outside her room, Yamato wondered why they had to argue over the matter.

Sunday, April 1, 2007

ARIA Solid Works Collection



Toyswork done it again, my wallet's going to be empty. Toyworks revealed the chibi version of ARIA figure. The design was based on previous artworks shown in the picture. The figures are scheduled for July release. Each would cost 735 Yen or about US $6.20. Check out the official link at Toyswork.

Update:
Available for pre-order at HLJ. More pictures at Hobbystock Just place an order for it. .

P/S: I wonder what I should do with the extra 3 chibi figures since it's a set of 10 and I would have 3 spares. Akira E. Ferrari figure still on order but wondering if I should keep it.