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It's the Logic Board!

I received a call from Power Mac this afternoon and as I anticipated, it's the logic board that's defective. Ergo, to revive my MacBook Pro, I need around P44,000.

So there. Oh well. I think I have to find a PC replacement.

Back to Regular Programming

After three days of rest, I'll be returning to work tomorrow! It's ironic that I spent my first year anniversary last Tuesday, at home recovering from fever. Now that I'm all well, I can't wait to see my office mates again!

If there's one thing that I enjoy about going to work, it's the company of the friends I've made in the office. I'm blessed to always find fun, caring people in places I've worked. It really makes a big difference!

See you tomorrow, guys! Your favorite cynic is back!

Photo Shoot: July 4, 2010

I had another photo shoot with my make-up artist friend, Benelyn Javier two Sundays ago. We're fortunate to have the support of family and friends. We had more models and tried out a bigger studio - Pioneer Studios.

The theme was simply doing a makeover for the models and pulling off their dream looks. My sister Ate Shé wanted some glam shots, Carmel went for the high fashion look, Dianne was turned into a goddess, and Shé Maala posed in neo-ethnic and corporate attire.

Here are some of the photos:

 

Click here to view the whole set.

Next shoot, we're doing elements!

 

And the Wait for the Diagnosis Begins.

Before anything else, I would just like to express my frustration with my dependence on technology. I hate to admit it, but I need a computer to survive and keep me sane.

Here's the lowdown after I brought my laptop to Power Mac TriNoma:

Apparently, they have to replace either the LCD or the logic board of my first generation MacBook Pro. They'll be able to determine the defective part, which causes the distortion in two to three weeks' time. If it's the LCD that needs replacement, it would cost me P26,000; if it's the logic board, I have to shell out P42,000.

Given the two scenarios, I'm highly considering buying a new PC laptop since I don't want to be subjected to excessively high fees for repair in the future. I tried looking around for options, but unfortunately, I haven't found a laptop that has the same LCD quality as a Mac's. I need above average screen quality since I mainly use the computer for photography and imaging.

Oh well. Such is life. I'm tired of thinking what to do next. I'll probably wait for the diagnosis until I drive myself crazy.

But if you have any laptop suggestions, please feel free to leave your comments or reach me through my twitter account.

Oh Technology!

A very unfortunate event happened.

Earlier I was editing the photos I took during the photo shoot last Sunday when all of a sudden, the screen of my laptop turned ugly. I can't explain what happened, but lines and geometrical shapes just showed up on the screen. I tried restarting the system more than twice, but unfortunately, the same problem showed up.

Why did it have to breakdown now?!

I feel devastated that I can't use my computer. It's a good thing I have my files backed up in an external hard drive, but there are still some files that are endangered of not being retrieved ever again.

I'll have it checked tomorrow at the Power Mac center in Trinoma hoping to find a remedy for this misfortune. But knowing Mac personnel, they would probably break the news that I have to replace a part for an exorbitant fee, or just coax me into buying a new unit. Either way, I could not afford it at this point.

I hope a miracle happens and the laptop's all good the next time I try to turn it on.

Flat Tire

The Wednesday holiday was just what I needed. My week didn't start out quite right. I need an extra day within the week to help me regain momentum.

At around 8:00 pm last Monday while at work, my office mate Apang called me up to tell me that I had a flat tire. Just a few days back, it was him who experienced the same misfortune. Last Monday was apparently my turn. Upon inspection of the tire, there was an inch long screw sticking out that caused the flat tire. I don't know how this screw had gotten into my car's tire:

The screw that caused a flat tire 

For the record, I know how to change tires and I was ready to do so. ;) I'm just thankful that the parking attendants helped me change tires.

Although flat tires really make me tick, I know I can't complain. I'm thankful I have a car I can use to drive from home to work, and back.