Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Personality dissection...
Hey
This one has been a long time in the making, and I guess recent conversations have revolved so much around first impressions and aroudn things we would never expect people to do, that I felt that a little personality dissection post was in order.
First impressions last, but not really. Well, untill you actually get to know the person. I think your initial assesment is like when you first look at a work of art, a book, or listen to the opening lines of a song. Either your hooked on beauty alone (beauty no in the strict sense of the word, but just as something you like or value, like a trustworthy smile or a confident demeanour) or by a catchy hook in the song; or there is something in that first impression that doesnt quite sit with you. Certain people are an aquired taste and, like port, get better over time. Actually port is a great example. Many people find it a bit overbearing and different at first, but if you make an effort, you'll often find you like it. On the other hand, i tend to find that positive first impressions that prove right are not such a good thing. I usually just get bored with people you can read at first sight.
That brings me to surprises. Don't you just love people who out of the blue show you that there is more to them than you first thought. Masks are a day to day thing when it comes to dealign with other people and its great when someone has the courage to take theirs off and, for however brief a period, through an action or comment, show you what is going on deeper down, what makes them tick, cry, laugh, feel and react.
The wonder that is the human personality...
Signing out...
Cesar
This one has been a long time in the making, and I guess recent conversations have revolved so much around first impressions and aroudn things we would never expect people to do, that I felt that a little personality dissection post was in order.
First impressions last, but not really. Well, untill you actually get to know the person. I think your initial assesment is like when you first look at a work of art, a book, or listen to the opening lines of a song. Either your hooked on beauty alone (beauty no in the strict sense of the word, but just as something you like or value, like a trustworthy smile or a confident demeanour) or by a catchy hook in the song; or there is something in that first impression that doesnt quite sit with you. Certain people are an aquired taste and, like port, get better over time. Actually port is a great example. Many people find it a bit overbearing and different at first, but if you make an effort, you'll often find you like it. On the other hand, i tend to find that positive first impressions that prove right are not such a good thing. I usually just get bored with people you can read at first sight.
That brings me to surprises. Don't you just love people who out of the blue show you that there is more to them than you first thought. Masks are a day to day thing when it comes to dealign with other people and its great when someone has the courage to take theirs off and, for however brief a period, through an action or comment, show you what is going on deeper down, what makes them tick, cry, laugh, feel and react.
The wonder that is the human personality...
Signing out...
Cesar
Friday, January 04, 2008
More Faith In War...
Hey all!
Decided to post some more of my work in progress Faith In War. Hope u enjoy. The rest of the first chapter can be found in the archive section. Enjoy...
- Don't I dare what? - replied Jude in an insolent sneer.
Sit down. You know perfectly well I despise you, and the only reason you are still alive is because, stupid and pathetic as you are, your knowledge, if one can call it that, has its uses. - He paused to let his words sink in.
- Remember this: now that you have fulfilled you promise I would not think twice before putting a bullet right between your eyes! - For extra measure he accompanied this last statement with a slight gesture with his head to the pistol that lay on his desk just so Jude understood loud and clear what was at stake.
He definitely got the message and replied in an utterly unconvincing tone of courage:
- As you are so kind to remind me during every visit but, let me remind you, of a little detail you so often seem to forget: you are not the only one with powerful friends.
In a movement incredibly fast for a man of his build Blake stood up, gun in had, pointing straight at Jude.
- Don't you dare threaten me you despicable worm!
- Wouldn't think of it, my lord, - replied Jude, an ironic smirk playing upon his lips, - I merely pointed out a fact which seemed to have evaded your lordships attention. That was all.
- You are so worried about my well being! All in all, it is a shame I know to well to believe you, - William sat down just as calm, just as composed, indeed as if nothing whatsoever had just happened.
- Too true, my lord, but may I point out that you certainly didn't summon me so that we could exchange mere pleasantries. What may I ask is the problem this time?
- Nothing, nothing at all, I merely need to sort out some details. First and foremost there is your payment. As you know you will only receive half a million pounds now, the other half will be yours as soon as I get what is rightfully mine!
- I see my information and that pretty little map have some value after all.
- Yes, yes, but as I often say: we are all bound to make mistakes sometime, - He was sure Jude had not failed to notice the sarcasm in this statement, a certainty confirmed by the laughter that followed.
A most unpleasant, cruel, artificial laugh, one that made even Blake recoil, though he hid this as best he could. Weakness and fear were two of the things he most hated, in fact there was probably only one thing he hated more than these "qualities" and that was the English monarchy, but as has been said: old prejudices die hard.
- Your lordship is in a most pleasant mood today. To what do we owe this pleasure? - Jude was sure to give just the right tone to this question, if Blake suspected any foul play his head would roll, literally.
- And to what do I owe this sudden interest in my affairs? As far as I know you were hired to uncover information and not to inquire. Keep your nose where it belongs or you may find that the lack of one is quite horrid. Are we understood?
- Perfectly. Crystal clear in fact. I was but making pleasant conversation...
- Well I am also sure I do not pay you to do that either, - The bite of impatience in his voice rang eerily through the dark silence, - Please let us not prolong this meeting any more.
Signing out...
Cesar
Decided to post some more of my work in progress Faith In War. Hope u enjoy. The rest of the first chapter can be found in the archive section. Enjoy...
- Don't I dare what? - replied Jude in an insolent sneer.
Sit down. You know perfectly well I despise you, and the only reason you are still alive is because, stupid and pathetic as you are, your knowledge, if one can call it that, has its uses. - He paused to let his words sink in.
- Remember this: now that you have fulfilled you promise I would not think twice before putting a bullet right between your eyes! - For extra measure he accompanied this last statement with a slight gesture with his head to the pistol that lay on his desk just so Jude understood loud and clear what was at stake.
He definitely got the message and replied in an utterly unconvincing tone of courage:
- As you are so kind to remind me during every visit but, let me remind you, of a little detail you so often seem to forget: you are not the only one with powerful friends.
In a movement incredibly fast for a man of his build Blake stood up, gun in had, pointing straight at Jude.
- Don't you dare threaten me you despicable worm!
- Wouldn't think of it, my lord, - replied Jude, an ironic smirk playing upon his lips, - I merely pointed out a fact which seemed to have evaded your lordships attention. That was all.
- You are so worried about my well being! All in all, it is a shame I know to well to believe you, - William sat down just as calm, just as composed, indeed as if nothing whatsoever had just happened.
- Too true, my lord, but may I point out that you certainly didn't summon me so that we could exchange mere pleasantries. What may I ask is the problem this time?
- Nothing, nothing at all, I merely need to sort out some details. First and foremost there is your payment. As you know you will only receive half a million pounds now, the other half will be yours as soon as I get what is rightfully mine!
- I see my information and that pretty little map have some value after all.
- Yes, yes, but as I often say: we are all bound to make mistakes sometime, - He was sure Jude had not failed to notice the sarcasm in this statement, a certainty confirmed by the laughter that followed.
A most unpleasant, cruel, artificial laugh, one that made even Blake recoil, though he hid this as best he could. Weakness and fear were two of the things he most hated, in fact there was probably only one thing he hated more than these "qualities" and that was the English monarchy, but as has been said: old prejudices die hard.
- Your lordship is in a most pleasant mood today. To what do we owe this pleasure? - Jude was sure to give just the right tone to this question, if Blake suspected any foul play his head would roll, literally.
- And to what do I owe this sudden interest in my affairs? As far as I know you were hired to uncover information and not to inquire. Keep your nose where it belongs or you may find that the lack of one is quite horrid. Are we understood?
- Perfectly. Crystal clear in fact. I was but making pleasant conversation...
- Well I am also sure I do not pay you to do that either, - The bite of impatience in his voice rang eerily through the dark silence, - Please let us not prolong this meeting any more.
Cesar
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
New Year, new MO
Hey peeps! (excuse the blatant hip-hop refernce)
Welcome to 2008!
After the uneventful year (on this blog, at least) that was 2007 what can we expect of 2008?
Well, though it breaks my heart to say it, no more Harry... At least of the amazing book series which you will know, unless you've been living in a hole, ended this year with what, in my opinion, was one of the best series finales ever written. But opinions diverge on that.
You can also expect more of me, and more of those annoying notification emails saying there is new stuff up on good old not-so-faitful yours truly... loool! Those can be avoided though... Just comment more and I'll think lots of people acctually care about whatr i say and stop badgering you to read this trash...
So, why the new MO? Because (excuse the improper english grammer) 2007 was marred by mankind showing, once again how ridiculously unkind and stupid it can be. Iraq and Afganhistan are still bastions of oppression, despite what the US continues to say. Zimbabwe is still out of the limelight in most countries, Mugabe still runs a beautiful country into the ground and we all stand aside and whistle our happy tune. Jacob Zuma has been appointed president of the ANC in South Africa despite his obvious extremist leanings (Give me a machine gun, give me a machine gun... not a good sign) and stupidity (AIDS is innocuous as long as u take a shower aftewards)...
So here it is. I promise to cut my hair, study more and denounce cruelty right here... I think JK Rowling taught us all a lesson (at least those who bother to look past the superficial and analyse the deeper message in the books): if we love each other and fight for whats right and good, we can make a difference, not matter how small we think it may be.
Ignorance reigns supreme in our modern world, despite technology. Religious extremism, racism, sexism, discrimination, gay bashing... Enough is enough ladies and gentlemen...
Signing out...
Cesar
Welcome to 2008!
After the uneventful year (on this blog, at least) that was 2007 what can we expect of 2008?
Well, though it breaks my heart to say it, no more Harry... At least of the amazing book series which you will know, unless you've been living in a hole, ended this year with what, in my opinion, was one of the best series finales ever written. But opinions diverge on that.
You can also expect more of me, and more of those annoying notification emails saying there is new stuff up on good old not-so-faitful yours truly... loool! Those can be avoided though... Just comment more and I'll think lots of people acctually care about whatr i say and stop badgering you to read this trash...
So, why the new MO? Because (excuse the improper english grammer) 2007 was marred by mankind showing, once again how ridiculously unkind and stupid it can be. Iraq and Afganhistan are still bastions of oppression, despite what the US continues to say. Zimbabwe is still out of the limelight in most countries, Mugabe still runs a beautiful country into the ground and we all stand aside and whistle our happy tune. Jacob Zuma has been appointed president of the ANC in South Africa despite his obvious extremist leanings (Give me a machine gun, give me a machine gun... not a good sign) and stupidity (AIDS is innocuous as long as u take a shower aftewards)...
So here it is. I promise to cut my hair, study more and denounce cruelty right here... I think JK Rowling taught us all a lesson (at least those who bother to look past the superficial and analyse the deeper message in the books): if we love each other and fight for whats right and good, we can make a difference, not matter how small we think it may be.
Ignorance reigns supreme in our modern world, despite technology. Religious extremism, racism, sexism, discrimination, gay bashing... Enough is enough ladies and gentlemen...
Signing out...
Cesar
Monday, December 03, 2007
Ok, now this time it's official!
Yello my dear readers... (yeah right!)
Well, this time I promise to acctually keep this darn thing up to date! Really! Trust me! Come on... Don't scoff. I know you are rolling on the floor in peals thinking, yeah cause that's gonna happen but it will... You'll see... And to make my joyous (but not for you cause now I'll badger you about whether or not you've been here...) welcome back even more poignant i'd like to post a pic of the end of an era... A very sad day in my recent existance. The end of the All Star Generation I...
But don't be down heart fellow converse worshipers... They have readily been replaced by a new pair and I am planning to extend the family... Watch this space. LOL!
Signing out
Cesar
Well, this time I promise to acctually keep this darn thing up to date! Really! Trust me! Come on... Don't scoff. I know you are rolling on the floor in peals thinking, yeah cause that's gonna happen but it will... You'll see... And to make my joyous (but not for you cause now I'll badger you about whether or not you've been here...) welcome back even more poignant i'd like to post a pic of the end of an era... A very sad day in my recent existance. The end of the All Star Generation I...
But don't be down heart fellow converse worshipers... They have readily been replaced by a new pair and I am planning to extend the family... Watch this space. LOL!
Signing out
Cesar
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Tomorrow it begins...
Hey everyone!
Tomorrow this is my new "home", The University Of Nottigham! Jeez this is overwhelming! It's incredible how you spend 12 years looking forward to this moment and when it finally arrives it's, without a doubt, the most terrifying step you have ever had to take. But oh well, wlak in with your head high, an open mind and a dash of willpower, and hopefully all will be fine... Good luck to everyone who is getting ready to do the same...
Signing out...
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Flying away, into a new life...
Pois é...
É agora... Viana, aqui vou eu! E o Ced também... =P Têm que ir visitar-nos people! Para os meus lados não há lá muito pa fazer! Só se for passear... É que aquilo é lindo, disso não há dúvidas!Lool!
Mas depois tiro fotos e ponho aqui algumas... Assim o César não se pode queixar!=D
Quanto a ti, peste, vê se tb tiras fotos e pões aqui! Queremos ver aquilo que tás a passar! E olha que eu adoro isso tudo, por isso faz-me esse favor pa matar saudades!=D
E Ced, vê se voltas a juntar-te a este blog pa postares coisas!!
See you...
*Carlotta
Remember the good times...
Hey you all!
Decided to post a pic of my amazing ex-dance partener, Miss Sara Basto! Thanks for everything! You are an insufferable, irratating, annoying chick that can dance bloody well and is great to be around! looooool!
See you around!
Signing out...
PS: No one has figuered it out yet... I'm waiting...
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
No that's not right!
Hey my masochist readers!
As seen as no one there caution to the winds and tried to answer what todays post would be about, I've changed my mind! I'll delay it untill someone can figure out what most common theory would have been the subject of that post! (Morzito, you are not allowed to tell! Don't cheat!). In the meantime I'll leave you guys with a picture taken about 10 months ago which I really like... It's rainy day nostalgia crammed into one beautiful pic... Enjoy!
So thats that for today. See ya...
Signing out...
Cesar
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Back in operation!
Hey guys and girls! (So they don't call me a male chauvinist again!)
Well as seen as I haven't posted anything for a while, I think a couple of pictures are in order! These are from my last weeks in Portugal, the harrowing trip from Portugal to England by car (by the way not something I'd recomend!) and from our expeditionary trips through Lincoln! Oh and our dogs shows up somewhere in the middle of all that! lol! Enjoy...
Well as seen as I haven't posted anything for a while, I think a couple of pictures are in order! These are from my last weeks in Portugal, the harrowing trip from Portugal to England by car (by the way not something I'd recomend!) and from our expeditionary trips through Lincoln! Oh and our dogs shows up somewhere in the middle of all that! lol! Enjoy...
Me, Daniela and Carlotta on a really windy day, about to go see the Port Wine Caves at Taylors thanks to one very very amazing sister in law... LOL!
Are any comments necessary?? lol! Love this brat!
And they say the spanish aren't horny little buggers! Don't know why but I thought of you Ced when I say this... Lol!
Marcia and Nini a.k.a Daniela in front of the Lincoln Cathedral!
And finally the tired expressions of three trekkers after a couple of hours in a car!Well that'll be all for today! Promise to be back soon. The next one is already in the making and BT2 will recongnise it! Probably because they heard it almost everyday for the past two years! If you can guess what it's about you'll win... ummmmm... and honorary mention! lol! (sorry folks, money is short everywhere!)
Signing out...
Cesar
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