Further in the Cebu

I know, it's been a few weeks. I think it's a combination of working a lot, laziness, changing shifts, and settling in a bit. Anyways...

Since last time we went to the beach and I did get to work on my tan. Unfortunately i was wearing my big sunglasses and iended the day looking like a reverse racoon. After a few chuckles, Trina came to my rescue witha bit of aloe vera lotion(something which is in short supply here fore some reason). By the time i headed back to work all my agents could see was my sun-touched face; no pasty peepers in site.

The following weekend we all went island hopping and it was a right trip! Clear blue water, warm sun, cold beer, picturesque beaches...you get the idea. We all went for a snorkle and it was a blast. Lots of tropical fish, some urchin, a few starfish, and one long sea snake! We enjoyed an excellent seafood lunch with our Wipro hosts in a sea-stranded hut before heading to our final destination.

Approaching the beach a few of us decided to jump off the boat and swim to shore. The current was strong but it didn't seem too far a distance. As we swam closer we realized that the beach was surrounded by vegetation and rocks. It must have been quite fun to watch all the weterners drag ourselves to the shoreline belly first in order to get to the actual beach.

The rest of the afternoon was spent laying around and sipping beer until one of the Wipro staff saw some other beach bums throwing a football around. Before I knew what was happening i was attempting to frantically explain the basic rules of football to an unknowing crew of Indians and Filipinos. I kept thinking, "wouldn't my father and Matt Cassie be proud". Luckily (for me) we just ended up throwing the ol' pigskin for a bit.

Other goings on includes my upcoming made-to-measure suit. I will be going for a final fitting sometime in the next few days and if it all turns out I will be sure to get a few more made (including a smoking jacket which i've wanted for years). Apart from that, it's been a lot of long hours and hard work for the entire crew here. Trust me, there is a ton to do, but luckily the team is well suited for the demand (right Marilyn ;)).

Last week i did get smacked in the face with a bit of home-sickness when those wonderful Boodang guys booked me for a rave, in Edmonton, on my birthday. It just reminded me of home, my fam, crew, music, subculture...GEEZ! Furthermore, a rather crap-tastic internet connection has recently hindered my Skyping capabilities. Still, the whole crew here has done a great job supporting one another and i have talked to the rents, Paul, and Boots. I also received a message from Marty of Boodang. He was very encouraging and hopefully I'll get some DJ Lego time at the next rave up when I get home. Also, a large record order from IMO helps to ease the sickness (take care of my babies for me, Pinkboots). BRING ON THE NEXT BATCH OF TRAINING!

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