Okay. I think I should be going to sleep now. Just a brief overview of what happened today.
Regular routinue, homework, piano, etc.
However, participated in a project as an interviewee for somebody. It was about a "kids view" of the world, or more accurately, their school-related habits.
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Saturday, September 15, 2007
8
The common cold's been making its rounds at school lately, and I'm one of the victims.
Oh well, I think I should be sleeping now.
Oh well, I think I should be sleeping now.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
7 and String Theory Questions
1. When does theory become fact?
The line is actually blurred according to some, as some people consider facts to be influenced in one way or another by theory. I am somewhat confused, but from what I understand, 'theory' is used to explain 'facts', and is more of the reasoning behind these facts, and not necessarily 'scientific facts' themselves.
2. What is the difference between philosophy and theory?
Again, I don't have a clear idea, and after some research, I believe that theory is an explanation based on logic or mathematical calculations of scientific facts, that can either be tested using the scientific method or through observations.
The definition of philosophy is highly debated, and this explanation may not be the perfect one. Philosophy is more of a method, rather than the actual results. The method is based on rational thinking.
3. When will string theory be a religion?
Well, as far as I know, religion is very hard to define, and is quite subjective. You can get a very general definition, in which string theory is already a religion (then again, so would most scientific theories), in which it is a group of people holding a same group of beliefs; or believing in a set of doctrine that governs our lives. Otherwise, you would go into more stringent definitions, which involves deities, and those that are sacred, or divine, or spiritual. Now, if you used that definition, string theory would very likely not become a religion.
Blog 7
Today I switched from Spanish 9 to Japanese 10, because I just felt that learning Japanese would probably be more important to me now than Spanish. Well, anyways, it turns out my teacher and I had a lot to talk about. She lived in Yokohama, a little bit north of where I lived, but she was there from 2000-2001, where she taught at one of the best public schools in the city. Then, she got fired, due to cuts across the board, and came here. Well, I stayed in Yokohama for the summers of 2002-4, and so we had quite a bit to talk about, particularly the development in Minato Mirai 21, or whatever its called.
Quite a pleasant surprise, except now I have to copy 15 pages of 5 hiragana characters.
The line is actually blurred according to some, as some people consider facts to be influenced in one way or another by theory. I am somewhat confused, but from what I understand, 'theory' is used to explain 'facts', and is more of the reasoning behind these facts, and not necessarily 'scientific facts' themselves.
2. What is the difference between philosophy and theory?
Again, I don't have a clear idea, and after some research, I believe that theory is an explanation based on logic or mathematical calculations of scientific facts, that can either be tested using the scientific method or through observations.
The definition of philosophy is highly debated, and this explanation may not be the perfect one. Philosophy is more of a method, rather than the actual results. The method is based on rational thinking.
3. When will string theory be a religion?
Well, as far as I know, religion is very hard to define, and is quite subjective. You can get a very general definition, in which string theory is already a religion (then again, so would most scientific theories), in which it is a group of people holding a same group of beliefs; or believing in a set of doctrine that governs our lives. Otherwise, you would go into more stringent definitions, which involves deities, and those that are sacred, or divine, or spiritual. Now, if you used that definition, string theory would very likely not become a religion.
Blog 7
Today I switched from Spanish 9 to Japanese 10, because I just felt that learning Japanese would probably be more important to me now than Spanish. Well, anyways, it turns out my teacher and I had a lot to talk about. She lived in Yokohama, a little bit north of where I lived, but she was there from 2000-2001, where she taught at one of the best public schools in the city. Then, she got fired, due to cuts across the board, and came here. Well, I stayed in Yokohama for the summers of 2002-4, and so we had quite a bit to talk about, particularly the development in Minato Mirai 21, or whatever its called.
Quite a pleasant surprise, except now I have to copy 15 pages of 5 hiragana characters.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Monday, September 10, 2007
5
Yesterday I finally ordered the book, and, according to a email they sent me, it should arrive on or before September 17, 2007.
I got some homework today, and I also did get some homework earlier last week, but honestly, I really haven't gotten started on them. I'm just constantly procrastinating, still thinking that summer's not over yet, and I have some time left. Sigh.
I remember I wrote down a list/plan of action of how to be more productive, etc., but I have to find that list. As of now, I can't find it, and I suspect that it was thrown away along with some of my notes from last year. Oh well, if I can't find it, I'll probably start on a new list, as I do need to sit down and really work on my very vague goals.
Oh, by the way, I changed the number of the blog, as I made a mistake on the numbering.
I got some homework today, and I also did get some homework earlier last week, but honestly, I really haven't gotten started on them. I'm just constantly procrastinating, still thinking that summer's not over yet, and I have some time left. Sigh.
I remember I wrote down a list/plan of action of how to be more productive, etc., but I have to find that list. As of now, I can't find it, and I suspect that it was thrown away along with some of my notes from last year. Oh well, if I can't find it, I'll probably start on a new list, as I do need to sit down and really work on my very vague goals.
Oh, by the way, I changed the number of the blog, as I made a mistake on the numbering.
Sunday, September 9, 2007
4
I just started getting back into the work routine, but I'm not doing that well.
By the way, the VMA's are on tonight.
Oh, and I just spent the better half of an hour watching Ellen DeGeneres online. But, the thing is that I can barely hear her.
By the way, the VMA's are on tonight.
Oh, and I just spent the better half of an hour watching Ellen DeGeneres online. But, the thing is that I can barely hear her.
Friday, September 7, 2007
3
Oh, I really don't know what to talk about today.
I guess I'll talk about what I know about the Japanese pop scene. Which really isn't a lot, since I only know the chart toppers, plus, I really don't know any Japanese, so yeah.
First of all, most Western singers aren't that big in Japan, at the very least not at the same scale as in Europe. And, of course, none of us have heard of Japanese singers, have we?
Well, anyways, there are four major female solo singers, a couple of bands here and there, and that's really it. Okay, lets just start with those four.
Ugh. I'm getting confused.
Okay, so there's Namie AMuro first, who was the absolute queen of pop for a long time, until I think she got married and had a child I think in 1998. Then, there was Ayumi Hamasaki. She became number one for a while, but then Utada Hikaru came on, and had the best album sales ever. She is also one of very few Japanese artists who could speak English fluently, the rest mumble with a large accent. Well, at least they speak better English than we speak Japanese. Also, she had an English album, Exodus, under Island Def Jam, or whatever its called. It sold very dismally, but it probably had more to do with the fact that she was new, there was practically no promotion, and she was Asian. Oh, by the way, she originally got her start in USA (EMI), but then left for Japan sometime later. Globally, she has sold like 40 m. units and has 3 United World Chart toppers. That's saying a lot for a Japanese singer. Sure, Avril Lavigne or Rihanna could easily do that, but, well, not if you're Japanese. The size of the market makes a really big difference. Oh, and then Kumi Koda came on the scene, while all this time Ayumi Hamasaki still did her part and wasn't bad. Also, Namie Amuro, now divorced, came back on board, albeit without her previous successs. Nevertheless, she wasn't that bad. Also, UH went to Columbia University, but then dropped up to pursue her music career. Oh yeah, this year, Utada Hikaru divorced (I heard it was on the same day her parents divorced), Ayumi Hamasaki broke off her engagement, and Kumi Koda also broke up.
Aside from them, the only people of note are Mr. Children (think UH-like success), KinKi Kids (most consecutive number-1 debuts), and that's pretty much it.
Oh, and by the way, the Japanese have an afinity for weird English names for their bands, albums, and singles, even by chart-topping people. Like, say "very special!!!", "I am...", "A Best 2 -white-", "Step you", "Tommy february6/Tommy heavenly6". They also have an afinity for weird capitalization ("evolution", "CAN'T SLEEP, CAN'T EAT, I'M SICK", "A", "H") and weird usages of "~".
I guess that'll do for now.
I guess I'll talk about what I know about the Japanese pop scene. Which really isn't a lot, since I only know the chart toppers, plus, I really don't know any Japanese, so yeah.
First of all, most Western singers aren't that big in Japan, at the very least not at the same scale as in Europe. And, of course, none of us have heard of Japanese singers, have we?
Well, anyways, there are four major female solo singers, a couple of bands here and there, and that's really it. Okay, lets just start with those four.
Ugh. I'm getting confused.
Okay, so there's Namie AMuro first, who was the absolute queen of pop for a long time, until I think she got married and had a child I think in 1998. Then, there was Ayumi Hamasaki. She became number one for a while, but then Utada Hikaru came on, and had the best album sales ever. She is also one of very few Japanese artists who could speak English fluently, the rest mumble with a large accent. Well, at least they speak better English than we speak Japanese. Also, she had an English album, Exodus, under Island Def Jam, or whatever its called. It sold very dismally, but it probably had more to do with the fact that she was new, there was practically no promotion, and she was Asian. Oh, by the way, she originally got her start in USA (EMI), but then left for Japan sometime later. Globally, she has sold like 40 m. units and has 3 United World Chart toppers. That's saying a lot for a Japanese singer. Sure, Avril Lavigne or Rihanna could easily do that, but, well, not if you're Japanese. The size of the market makes a really big difference. Oh, and then Kumi Koda came on the scene, while all this time Ayumi Hamasaki still did her part and wasn't bad. Also, Namie Amuro, now divorced, came back on board, albeit without her previous successs. Nevertheless, she wasn't that bad. Also, UH went to Columbia University, but then dropped up to pursue her music career. Oh yeah, this year, Utada Hikaru divorced (I heard it was on the same day her parents divorced), Ayumi Hamasaki broke off her engagement, and Kumi Koda also broke up.
Aside from them, the only people of note are Mr. Children (think UH-like success), KinKi Kids (most consecutive number-1 debuts), and that's pretty much it.
Oh, and by the way, the Japanese have an afinity for weird English names for their bands, albums, and singles, even by chart-topping people. Like, say "very special!!!", "I am...", "A Best 2 -white-", "Step you", "Tommy february6/Tommy heavenly6". They also have an afinity for weird capitalization ("evolution", "CAN'T SLEEP, CAN'T EAT, I'M SICK", "A", "H") and weird usages of "~".
I guess that'll do for now.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
2
Oh dear. Some people REALLY don't get what they're doing. Generally reactive people. Ugh. I guess I won't get that book before Monday, it's going to take a while. Mainly because I have $10 in online certificates (I got those from completing online surveys), and possibly some more money on a giftcard which doesn't work. So, the giftcard needs to be sent to a retail store. Which won't happen soon, as the person who I'm planning to ask to do this is pointedly ignoring me.
UGH.
And also being very very defensive, which also means being reactive.
I was also reactive.
Sigh.
I'll talk to him later.
UGH.
And also being very very defensive, which also means being reactive.
I was also reactive.
Sigh.
I'll talk to him later.
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
1
Hello.... I realized that I haven't updated in a very long time, and a lot has happened over the summer. Probably going to write bits and pieces of it sometime over this year. Well, anyways, today was the first day of classes.
Anyways, yeah. I guess that's it for now, probably wil add more later on as I really start getting into the school life and settle.
Anyways, yeah. I guess that's it for now, probably wil add more later on as I really start getting into the school life and settle.
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