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To prove a friend's point*, I have decided to finally watch Your Name. It made headlines a few months back on how it was beautifully made. The story is a different take on the body switch theme and it was impressive IMHO. The visuals and story telling is superb! Anyways, being the setting is in a rural town it is not far to imagine that they'd put in ceremonies and cultural stuff we non-Japanese not aware of. One of which is the concept of Kuchikamizake . Simply put, it's the act of virgins of chewing rice and spitting it allowing the rice to naturally ferment and in turn become sake. Yes, in our time the knowledge of germs and hygiene comes into play in declaring this as disgusting but don't fret, it's not practiced anymore (plus if you don't drink sake there's no point in worrying anyway). Although who might have thought of this first must have questionable ideas, there is actually a long list of "who made it first" this doesn't seem too far

  I don't think I would pass another opportunity for a Wicked fix. I missed out on their last run here so might as well say yes when my boss is eager to watch it too! + Solaire Theater + A bit too steep for my taste. I appreciate where we sat (1st row of the 2nd floor, by the ledge. The 4k++ one) but the ledge handles are obstructing a few inches of my view. What I meant by this is that when the singers go right at the edge of the stage considering my height, I need to lean a bit just for the full view. A taller guy wouldn't have this problem. Anyhow, if the chance may arise again I would probably choose this still. The acoustics are audible at this height anyway and leaning a bit is not so much as a deal breaker. I'd rather here than let's say the 10 seats above me. + Wicked + They came in strong, I definitely have my favorites: both the leads are good and Fiero. Now that I'm writing this I realized that this long hair guy is Disney prince in real life, his voice i

Oh my. Finally!! It's one of those bands that you grew up with that although you rarely have in your playlist anymore, you stop every once in a while to listen and you remember when your youth and how even though it has been a long time, the lyrics are still fresh on your head. So even though it's not in our plans, I could not resist not to watch. There was no front act, not as much as a decor on the stage, just the band and their instruments. I didn't notice this before with other bands BUT this is the first time that I've witnessed the lead to change guitars on EVERY SONG. Reagan said something about it being tuned already so it would be easier to use which absolutely made sense. Seeing how my vidcam produces subpar photos, I sometimes think I need to upgrade it to be able to get clear ones.  There is not much intro in most of their songs which is OK with me and left me impressed on how they are able to sing through and through without as much as half a minute of rest

So a friend of mine sent me this photo: I had that sudden itch that there is something wrong in this world and why is this expensive Omega watch bear "IIII" instead of "IV" ? Is this another one of those Mandela effect thingies that all along the Roman numerals that were taught to us as "IV" when we were kids were wrong and that "IIII" was the norm? A quick google search revealed that there are some who does have the same question as we, and the reason is fairly simple: for aesthetic purposes. It was said that watchmakers thought it would better with "VIII" on the other side of the watch and make it look more balanced. Well the reasoning is brilliant IMHO. I was able to see this photo earlier but never noticed that it wasn't "IV" before it was pointed out to me. I wonder how many teachers defend the use of "IV" when a too observant student notices this. But then what kind of kid sports an Omega watch anyway?  

+ Jardin de Miramar + Huge, lots of greens, lots of places to do a prenup in. They do have a lot of venues although none of them I felt connected with even at Isla Palma, a shaded open air venue that have a pool (which we found out could be rented for swimming) and where the bridal fair was held. We also saw their Ylang Ylang hall which I think would work even if it's another outdoor venue. I'm not sure if it's the current weather but the temperature is nice and would probably be colder at night. They said they don't have mosquitoes too. It's a simple nipa hut but would probably look magical at night with all the trimmings. Either a rustic or Filipiniana theme would look perfect here. I am OK with the venue, kind of thought about it especially that the price is affordable (it's even in the 99k package). What didn't sit well with both of us is where the caterer would set up and the location and the actual CR. Nope. They also have a garden venue but we really

+ Hizons + They are not joking about grand. The food beats the food tasting we've done so far (just with other 3 anyway). Initially we doubted the quantity on the check list at our table but then there it is, they have multiples of everything! They first serve you appetizers and then they let you roam around their tables for mains, pasta and desserts. [gallery ids="4563,4564,4565,4566,4567,4568,4569" type="square" columns="4" orderby="rand"] Their AEs also come and go, discussing details that will eventually lead up to the price as you finish your dessert. By this time I wonder how anyone can stay alert being full with all the food served! Unlike most FT we've been, Hizon's AE is quite persistent in making us book on the spot. On a different day we would have gave in but with our financial current status, it prohibits us from committing to anything. I know we can afford them but not DP levels yet. + Gazebo Royale + Situated along the

+ DBS + Food came a bit late (a few minutes after 11pm). Probably to save cost, we realized too late that they serve different plates of food for both Reagan and I. The sampler is just OK but didn't provide too much of an impression. Also it's something to note that we came there the earliest but probably served the last :-(. We weren't even able to wait for the dessert they prepared which was served as soon as we stood up to leave. They do have an irresistable 99k package. If you're strapped for cash you'd only need rings and clothes and possibly trim your guest list to just 98 people (that's minus you and the groom). There are 3 sets of food you can choose from as well, but really limited to just 3 mains. What's also nice with their packages is that you are free to remove an inclusion (let's say you don't like the HMUA) and deduct it from your overall cost. + Verandas de San Vicente Venue + [gallery ids="4520,4521,4522" type="rectang