BlackBerry 5 KEY Points

Hi lovely nerds and dweebs!

Today I want to tackle an issue that is very deeply close to my heart, the almighty BLACKBERRY. Yes I own a BlackBerry in the century of iPhones and Android phablets. I'm a unicorn among horses, that's how I see it.

I don't want to go into a lengthy blog and bore you to death trying to defend the awesomeness that IS a BlackBerry SMART (actually smart, you heard it) phone. Just click on the links below and WATCH, VIEW, HEAR just how great BB is.

NO.1
Let's imagine a world where the BlackBerry WON!




NO.2
Really LOYAL USERS once you fall in love with a BlackBerry it's actually REALLY hard to let go because it's extremely efficient for your organizing and productivity and connectivity needs. I've tried using an iPhone I HATE it and Android i'd be better with because it's more sensible but an iPhone is the equivalent of a Nokia in the 90s, it's' famous it's extremely user friendly but that's it.

Here are some things people on DAIREE (an awesome BlackBerry 'anonymous diary' - social app) say about their BlackBerries:

NO.3

The SECURITY is the best. Way better than the most popular phone in the market. That is why to this day President OBAMA LOVES his BlackBerry even if his daughters are on iPhones. Don't believe me? Just google Obama and his BlackBerry or Why Obama can't have an iPhone.

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BlackBerry users are over all simply more SENSIBLE when it comes to the price they are willing to pay for an app, their relationships with loved ones, etc. The 3rd and 4th facts that I encircled just goes to show that their relationships matter to them more than their phone but their phone is important enough for work and their lifestyle that they are willing to give up their wallets for it.

NO.4

One acronym... BBM it's the original WhatsApp, Viber, WeChat, KakaoTalk. It's faster, safer, more secure, it's the best! Now it's available on iOS and Android, so they can experience the greatness of BBM.

NUMBER 5

Lastly the new BlackBerry is simply better than what most people are used to now a days. BlackBerry just FLOWS. Here's a really FUN video to watch. JC <--(click to be directed to his YT Channel) creates videos all about how AWESOME BlackBerry is. Here are two videos I truly love from him his

FIRST

LATEST


More Video Links:
Why BlackBerry Z10 is a much better deal than iPhone5 and iPhone5S
5 Things the BlackBerry Z10 does better than the iPhone5 (1st 3 are things the iPhone can't do)
Why Active Frames on BlackBerry 10 are better than Live Tiles on Windows 8
Top BlackBerry 10 Accessories For Life on the Move

Don't hate. Learn to appreciate. :)

-smart aleck

MOV(i)E(s)

A breather and a break is great for everyone. Once in awhile doing nothing can do a whole lot of good for your soul, your mind, and your body. That's why meditation brings so much joy to the people who practice it.

I am a person who does not know how to rest. Heck the word isn't in my vocabulary. Proof of this is my being up at 2:42 in the morning writing this blog, which no one would probably read, but I do it anyway. Oh and did I mention this is me taking a "break".

Anyway let's get to the meat of this blog post. I view this christmas break as a time to sit back relax and procrastinate on everything I have to do. So that means I may let my hair down and watch a couple of movies, read a book or two, and possibly go out of town for a quick vacation. My first two hopes have been fulfilled and next weekend the last will be checked off my list.

I've been reading Dirty Little Secrets by Liliana Hart. I really love me a quick and thrilling read. I don't like all the complications of a love story that's why I mostly stick to mystery thrillers or sci-fi. It's been a good read so far. I'm almost done with it and the murderer is about to be revealed so I'm trying to prolong/delay, how ever you see it, the suspense. 

As for the movies I've already seen about 8 movies released in 2013 and most of them have been romantic comedies or plain dumb-fun movies. There are 2 movies though that I really really like and I wish to share with you guys.

HOW I LIVE NOW

This has more of an independent film vibe to it and the only reason I picked this movie is because of the lead actress Saoirse Ronan. She is a brilliant star and I love all the movies that I've seen her in (Emeral City, Lovely Bones, Hannah), so I thought the most sensible explanation for that is because she picks roles she'd like to play meticulously. True enough she did a superb job in this movie and it is a great one indeed.

I love this movie because of how great the shots are, the acting and the lines. The manner in which the characters draw you in is just excellent. It's quite a heavy movie and I really didn't expect it to be because I really knew nothing about this film prior to watching it, but I think that added to the experience. I truly recommend that you watch this movie. 

If you feel like spoiling your viewing experience a little here's the IMDB Link or you can watch the Trailer provided. :)



STUCK IN LOVE


I didn't know anything about this movie either but judging from the movie poster I thought I'd give it a chance and surprisingly I liked it as well!

Both these movies are generally about love and life. I don't usually go for movies like these because I'm a true sucker for touchy scenes..my tears are extremely shallow to say the least. But I love the way these movies talk about love and how each of the characters are so real and relatable.

I guess the caveat here is that this 'perspective' comes from someone who has found love that's similar to a script for the silver screen, thus I don't find all of them too ridiculously beyond our realm of possibilities. Give em a try. I think you'd find yourself elated ever so slightly after seeing these films.

Til' the next nonsense,
 -smart aleck

Merry Christmas! (stay sharp!)

Wishing you happy holidays!
-smart aleck

A Week of Videos (12.8.13)

Hello!!!

My week's video viewing playlist:


Awareness


One Singer's Response to a Huge Promise Being Broken


http://www.upworthy.com/one-singers-response-to-a-huge-promise-being-broken-2?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+upworthy+%28Upworthy%29&utm_content=FeedBurner


9 out of 10 Americans Are Completely Wrong About This Mind-Blowing Fact


http://www.upworthy.com/9-out-of-10-americans-are-completely-wrong-about-this-mind-blowing-fact-2?c=reccon1


Uplifting

I Bet These People Never Expected To Be Models, But The Results Are So Gorgeous


http://www.upworthy.com/i-bet-these-people-never-expected-to-be-models-but-the-results-are-so-gorgeous-2?c=ufb1


Funny

How to take GOOD Smiling Pictures





Advertising

TNT 'We Know Drama'








Music

Now don't hate me... Just keep an open mind. 
(TIP: Hate the artist, love the music. Just saying.)





ENJOY!!!

-smart aleck

Small Plate, Big Plate? That is the question.

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Hey nerds!

Any of you who have tried going on a diet or who've tried loosing weight know that one of the oldest tricks in the book is using a smaller plate to trick your brain and your appetite into eating less than you'd actually want. There's also this saying "Don't bite off more than you can chew." for those of you who take on too many things, or in this case over eat and end up feeling guilty.

I don't plan on writing anything about weight loss nor do I think I ever will... I myself am on a constant mission to live a healthier lifestyle by cutting down this and that and exercising as regularly as I can, but with social media, studies and life getting in the way let's just say I know I can never be a health and wellness blogger. 

I actually want to use this metaphor as a way to insert a better perspective when it comes to our chores and the little life projects we embark on. 

It's true we don't have enough time now a days and it's also true that there are dreams and ambitions that are just not within the realm of our immediate possibilities, key word is 'immediate'. But if we really think about it, all the opportunities that come our way can somehow fit into our lives if we are able to manage expectations and time properly.

Take for example a buffet. In a buffet all the food is available for your consumption, ALL of it, you can even go back for seconds or thrids, heck even a seventh serving if your digestive systems permits you to. Thing is there's a time limit for that buffet and your stomach does have a limit. Sometimes you get to a buffet late so your time is lesser than the ones who came before you. Some people say that's too bad because you won't be able to pace yourself or it's possible that you won't get the chance to try all the food you'd want to try. Some people would say it's a good thing because you don't need to cue in line as long or you'd feel fuller faster thus making you eat less. If you think about it there are so many possibilities and strategies when it comes to dealing with buffets. I personally like to be there on time so I can pace myself and possibly go back for a second serving. I start with greens and try not to drink a lot of liquids. I choose food I don't have the luxury of eating regularly. I take my time when choosing the food that way it helps in the digestion and it gives me time to think about what I really want to eat next.

So again why the food reference? Well this might sound strange but this is exactly how I view opportunities, personal projects and dreams. All of us are given the same invite and there's a set time. All of us can choose to get bigger or smaller plates, and lastly ALL the FOOD is available for everyone. The difference? Intake capacity, buffet techniques and cravings. 

Just like the opportunities that come my way I always asses what I can manage given the time I have. I usually start with the small tasks in order to make room and time for the heavier and bigger ones. Once I've gotten the feel of everything I then decide on what new adventure best suits my capabilities. Then every now and then I take a step back to asses how everything is going. I ask myself if i'm efficient with my duties, I ask myself if there's room for improvement, and lastly I challenge myself. 

Just like in a buffet, there comes a point where you feel like you've eaten food enough to feed a village but then there's this tiny voice in your head that tells you "wait there's something you still haven't tried" or "there's something you really want to have more of". I think that is also how we should look at dreams and goals. 

Whenever we pick up a small plate we limit ourselves. We ourselves have put a hold on the amount of food we could intake. When we pick a big plate on the other hand we tend to either over eat or feel pressured to eat more than we bargained for. Thank goodness life doesn't come with small or big or medium plates, because we decide the size of our plate. 

I personally like expanding my plate. Having a plate keeps you on check, it gives you your limits and it lays out all the things you need to accomplish for the time being. But when the time comes that you feel there's more you want to take on you can move things around and make space or decide to expand your plate in order to accommodate new opportunities. 

Once again I mumble about things that probably don't affect your life or your current predicament, but I hope this makes you think a little. Are you limiting yourself? Are you happy with the size of your plate and that things that are on it? Are you spending the time you are given properly? Small qualms I hope I've aroused in you. 

Till my next ramble,

-smart aleck