Marilena's not-so-secret life

Let's start a meme! (Because it seems that I am running out of purpose, or inspiration or motivation, or all in the same time)

Take a look at your CD case and write down a few albums or singles - at least 3 - that you think it's weird you possessing them. If they are a present by someone, say so. You can let peole guess why it's weird - if it's not blatantly obvious, like in my case.

I go first!
1. Eminem - The Eminem Show
2. Dimmu Borgir - Spiritual Black Dimensions
3. Γιώργος Τσαλίκης - Ο Τέλειος Άντρας
4. Tohoshinki - Doshite kimi wo suki ni natte shimattan daro

Not tagging anyone...

I don't know how many of you got this by email. Modern Greek saints. The way to say "saint" in Greek is "Aghios" or in the short form, "ai" And "nt" is pronounced "d". So this is my favorite saint, "Ai Pod"
 

I am not so much into Gackt, although I like some of his songs, but I would like to make my comments on his new single anyway.
Koakuma Heaven single has 2 songs.
The first song, Koakuma Heaven is an electro-pop piece and I admit I listened to it many times before reaching a decision. It’s an ok but I find nothing exciting about it and most of the part is sung with voice distortion which doesn’t appeal to me. Neither do the female vocals at some points. Their point is just to remind us that the single is dedicated to the Ageha princesses. I wonder why Gackt wrote such a song. Why would I prefer Aiba to do something like that? It’s more like his cup of tea.
The second song is much better and my cup of tea. My father’s Day is a clear-sounding rock song which I like. It completes the single in a fine way. So that we don’t forget how Gackt sounds like. Not that experimenting is bad of course. I always appreciate that.

Well, that was all for today. I might have some pictures to post tomorrow. And I going crazy about the Mr. Brain ep.3 subs. It’s the first time I get so impatient about subs. Καμενάκι σ’αγαπάμεεεε! And now I must go play the Barbie girl for my relatives at my cousin’s wedding… >.<

Nyaaa! I haven't updated for days. I had actually prepared a post but I had it private until I could edit it but now it's too late!
I have been very busy with cleaning my new home and the moving has already started. Next week the kitchen will be ready so it will all end. Next weekend I will have a KT weekend with my friends and I will also have a kitten. It's not even 2 months old yet. (Born 12 April 2009) She is a striped grey one as far as have been told and very beautiful. Can't wait to see her! Her name will be Tatsuki!
Now I only wish to get even more spoiled by a job and more KT goodies.
Going to answer some comments from long ago now!

Wow! I've got news for my fellow atheists! We are not fully human!
Yes. According to Cardinal Cormack Murphy-O'Connor atheists are less than human because they cannot grasp humanity as it was created by god. *facepalm* Right. God has not inspired us enough, so we cannot grasp the meaning of humanity. Does anyone has a better understanding of his logic? His view might be a little romantic. I am not sure.



On the other hand, thanks to a new technique used in Spain micrograms of drugs were detected in the air of Madrid and Barcelona. Cocaine and a bit of heroine. It seems like we breathe drugs other people smoke! (Can someone smoke heroine? Is it inhaled?) Couldn't that explain A LOT?! XD
Source (in Greek): http://www.skai.gr/master_story.php?id=120823

Yosh! After finishing Konkatsu I can finally say my opinion about the drama series I am going to watch – probably – this season.

Quiz Show Golden
The story is interesting, as we get to see another side of the tv games. We have a quiz show in Greece (which is probably not Greek) where the guests are asked *only* personal questions but the 1st episode I watched was totally fake. The direction has made it totally uninteresting. But in Quiz show it’s more exciting. And I like season 2 more. More money and more time *are* golden. I also like how the producer seems more involved with the show and enjoy it more. And the MC doesn’t have the aggressive look Katagiri had. Sho has an ironic look I just love.

Atashinchi no Danshi
This story is very crazy for my taste, but I actually like it. It could be a crossover between Fruits Basket and Hana Kimi. I think the relationship the heroine has with her one-month husband must have been really enviable and he was a very interesting person. The 6 sons don’t excite me that much but it’s also interesting how they all do whatever comes into their minds. The heroine must really take care of a zoo! And a “magical” zoo what’s more. The subject of family ties is unfortunately a tired one though.
Smile
Maybe the most powerful drama of this season. I like the anti-racist theme and how cute the two main characters are. Jun smiling all the time in prison is almost surrealistic but it’s definitely the point of the story and the way Hana tries to express herself with movements is adorable and absolutely romantic. Do I love stories of hope, love, pain and betrayal that much?!

Godhand Teru
A surgeon with almost paranormal abilities could hardly be the subject of a medical drama. And the audience is forced to balance between feelings of pity and admiration for Teru. I wonder how this will evolve. Definitely surreal.

Konkatsu!
I would never watch this if it was not for dear Tatsuya. I can’t understand the Japanese obsession about marriage. It makes me feel bad about myself! But as a sit com it’s nice. It has the unfortunate hero, the loud and extravagant friend, the nice girls who want to get married… and of course the totally cool, happy-go-lucky and shinny little brother. Yeah, ok. You got why I watch this drama. Even though Nakai is really good in his role.

In the name of a million gods, what are Kame's fans telling him! They are indeed conceited, just as he says.
Telling him how to have his hair, not to wear glasses, do the sexy hip rolls at the concerts...
Even the one who said that she (?) likes Kame as he is, she said that he doesn't have to challenge things and remain his sexy self.
Hmm... Is he an entertainer and an artist or the equivalent of a gravure idol?

I wish I knew Japanese so I could send him an email too. And this is what I would write to him.
"Kazu-chan, you are amazing and simply great. I love your voice and your dancing, so please, keep up the good work. Take care of yourself and always be happy."

At least he had Fukuyama Masaharu to compliment him on his voice. Thanks life older singers know better than a million fangirls what's more important. And Kame himself knows. No, he's not going to perm his hair this time. But challenge a different performance.

Link to the translation of Fukuyama's radio show.
1st part http://community.livejournal.com/kattunlove/4732155.html (by annneonet)
2nd part http://gummy-bear05.livejournal.com/42518.html (by gummy_bear05)

PS. Dear life, I think the way he treats girls is absolutely adorable. Enough said.

I am very surprised this is not all over the internet.
It seems that humans have already been cloned. Or more precisely, human cloned embryos have been implanted into 4 women and scientists are waiting for the result. In a middle east country, where cloning is permited. OF COURSE. Noone can oppose progress.

http://www.skai.gr/master_story.php?id=118464

While, on the other hand some others are trying to make religion more important than science and want to make any voice against religion an insult. Inside the very United Nations. And leaders of communist and islamic countries that is. Because it is more important to protect religion than human rights.

http://e-rooster.gr/04/2009/1345

We live in an ironic world.
I am sorry the sources are in Greek. I can try to find some in English if any of you cares enough to know.

Politics is such a weird thing... For example, I was reading about the Iranian president and his claim that his country will not be attacked during a military ceremony. This was because of the rumors that Iran will try to built a nuclear bomb and that Israel is going to attack. Well, all those rumors have been refuted.
Still, the unease about Iran and its nuclear program remains.
I understand that things in Iran are not perfect and the unease is at some point understandable. But can we built humanity's future on feelings like that? Maybe I am too soft and naive by saying this, but I don't think people have the right midset for solving problems in this case. Allright, there is a chance Iran builts a nuclear bomb. I don't have the knowledge to know how this will affect the region. But if it doesn't, and it trully does builts energy plants, this will be beneficial in many ways. First of all, the clear energy source will help the planet. And then, I assume it will help Iran's economy as a whole. And when a country's economy gets better, education gets better. One more country getting out of poverty and possibly setting the basis for a more just society is potentially good for all of us.
And those are the thoughts of a simple-minded girl. Probably all those politicians and diplomats out there know better than me. I just hope that we are not all ruled by fear. And I stil want to believe in the future of this planet.

Source (in Greek): http://www.skai.gr/master_story.php?id=118112
 

Ok... this is a long interview-like meme in two parts. The fist part has personal questions and the other lj-centered.
I was tagged by iveaddkt and as usually I tag everyone.

( Under cut, naturally. )