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14 T H E R I D G E Never Outgrow Toy Story S BY TIMOTHY YANG Fifteen years ago on November 1995, Pixar Animation Studios came up with one of the greatest movies of all time, Toy Story. Great comedy and superb animation brought viewers back to their childhood. Four years later, Toy Story 2 was released and became another box office success hit. Now, fifteen years after the start of the movie franchise comes the latest treasure, Toy Story 3! The third movie takes a huge leap into the future—Andy goes to college! But what is to happen to the toys we’ve all come to love and enjoy Well, Andy decides to keep all his toys in the attic to await his return. All of them, that is, except Woody, whom Andy plans to take with him. That was the intention; however, after a turn of unintended events, the toys find themselves in Sunnyside Daycare Center, where toys are forever loved. All the toys seem to love the new place, everyone except Woody, who stays true to Andy. So, he goes alone into the open, looking for a way home. While Woody embarks on his journey, Buzz and the rest of the gang find the truth behind Sunnyside, and the nightmare it truly is. Toy Story has always been a fun movie for all ages, with mild (yet funny) violence and pure comedy and the newest one stays true to the formula. Yet comedy entertainment isn’t the only offering this movie has. Insights about what people need and the good that’s inside them are revealed within the story telling. Toy Story 3 portrays virtues, like charity, teamwork, and the golden friendship. A common theme that runs through the three movies is proper and effective leadership. Woody rounded up and organized Sid’s toys in the first Toy Story. Then in Toy Story 2, Buzz led the gang on a rescue mission to save Woody from Al in his Toy Barn across town. In Toy Story 3, well, you’ll just have to go and see for yourself. The point is, Toy Story always sends the message that good leadership is built on trust. It’s not about the leader’s ability to scare his men into obeying him, but about how the leader is trusted by his comrades and their loyalty to one another. Trust is the root of loyalty, and that’s crucial for a leader to be efficient in his role. Now that you know this, maybe you can be a leader yourself too. Book Review The Street Lawyer, by John Grisham S BY BOTAN BELEN At times destiny brings us to face crucial crossroads and this is where we see the essence of our lives as everyday persons. ADecisions can make or break us and they’re never to be taken lightly. Many end up confused, or they end up having an altered perception of good and evil, and this is what this book is all about, making the right choice. The Street Lawyer is the story of strong- minded Michael Brock, a corporate lawyer at the height of his career, who turns his attention from earning millions to defending homeless people. A hostage situation in his prestigious firm sparks the fire that leads him down the professional hierarchy from the luxurious and enviable heights he had attained. Alongside Michael Brock is Mordecai Green, a veteran street lawyer and a mentorlike figure to Brock; Mordecai’s life becomes Brock’s inspiration and his words becomes Brock’s mantra. He exposes Brock to the cruel and unjust world the homeless live in, which is why people like him are needed. He is the reason why Brock decided to become a street lawyer. The plot revolves around Michael Brock’s undercover work in his attempt to understand why a hostage attempt took place. In the course of his search, he discovers a web of interrelated events that involved illegal activities and criminal negligence committed by members of his own law firm, a paradox given that those entrusted to render justice are themselves criminals. Brock is determined to uncover the truth and bring justice, despite countless briberies, cover ups, and threats. I enjoyed this book because of its relevance to modern-day society, how one person can waste so much money on their material possessions, and not even spare a dollar for a person who can’t even afford a next meal. While society has turned a lot of us into weapons of massive consumption, many have been left out and cast away like garbage, and in this book we see the acts of injustice done to these people. It’s not and will never be easy to be Michael Brock’s shoes, yet unless it’s bad to serve the needy rather than to live a meaningless life of money and power, I am pretty sure that he made the right decision. It takes more than wit and an internal calling; more importantly, it takes courage to make a stand. Courage—the essence of a true leader and the willingness to stay firm even though our surroundings say otherwise. Charbroiled Burgers: Perfection in a Bun BY LANCE KATIGBAK How many times have you cruised along Aguirre Avenue in BF Parañaque without noticing Gourmet’s Palate, a small, inconspicuous restaurant near the Tirona intersection It’s been around for as long as I can remember so much that its walls have turned to a dirty orange. So the next time you’re along Aguirre, pull over and grab a bite. Gourmet’s Palate has got the best burgers this side of town. I love a good burger as much as the next guy; and long have I been searching for the holy grail of burgers, until one day I found it! Gourmet’s Charbroiled Burgers are just about the most mouth-watering, hunger-satisfying burgers you will ever find for its price. How much Oh, around eighty bucks. Wait, eighty bucks Fine, it’s not eighty bucks. It’s P90. That’s for the specialty burgers though. The rest go around P75-P80. Wait, wait, just how big is this burger These are mini-burgers, aren’t they! No, not really. They’re bigger than, if not as big, as the Big Mac, although the patties are twice as thick. All the patties are sandwiched between two warm, toasted buns, and smothered with vegetables, and a sauce specially made for each burger. Each burger Gourmet’s offers eleven unique burgers to suit your taste. Do you like it hot Try the Red Alert, infused with enough chili to keep you beside the water dispenser, or the Samurai, which is described as “Tokyo’s answer to America’s Hamburger craze”. If you’re of the Mexican-type, sample the Chicano. Of course, you can’t leave out the King Kong of Charbroiled Burgers—The Blue Thunder. Sounds like a superhero Well, it is. If you like blue cheese, then you’ll love the Blue Thunder, guaranteed. My personal favorite is the Garlic Scream. I never found myself a big garlic fan until I tried this culinary masterpiece and a gastronomic entity; it never fails to impress. Its herb-based sauce oozes with natural garlic, and the flame-grilled patty beckons you to come devour it. After slowly peeling off the wrapper and squirting more of that garlic zest, you will get a taste of paradise. For just a single moment, it seems like the problem of world peace could be solved by a single burger. Remember that episode of How I Met Your Mother when Marshall and the gang went looking for the perfect burger If that burger existed, it was probably made in Gourmet’s Palette. Oh, I almost forgot. They deliver, too. Call Gourmet’s Palate at 809- 4273 for delivery.
15 T H E R I D G E S P O R T S Crank-up Adventure S BY JAKE B. CUREG On a cool, dry Saturday morning, just after sunrise, while many of you would probably still be fast asleep, I’d be wide awake ripping up and down trails on my mountain bike. Most Saturday mornings, my dad and I go out mountain biking. This particular weekend, we decided to try the trails at the Filinvest Mountain Bike Park, recently reconfigured for a race sponsored by Land Rover. Compared to its original layout, the newly reconfigured trail is a thing of beauty, having a wider path, faster descents, and plenty of flowing turns. As soon as my dad found a parking spot, I rushed out to unload the bike from the car, slipped on helmet, gloves, and hydration pack, and raced off to the trail entrance. The trail starts off with a short climb, followed by a fast descent then a long, sweeping right-hand corner that I took flat out, my rear tire tearing out chunks of soil on the way round. Then it’s a quick sprint back uphill, a left turn, another fast downhill, and a sharp right hairpin, followed by some fast corners on flat ground which I take at full speed, passing a couple of other bikers on the way. Then it’s on to a short section through some trees and on to the exit of the first part of the trail. I kept this up for two more hours, unable to get enough of the feeling you get rushing down a hill at full speed, perfectly carving through corners, and getting some air off a slope. It’s moments like these that never fail to bring a smile to my face and that remind me why I love mountain biking. For those of you who would like to get into mountain biking, the first thing you should do is get yourself a bike, and I don’t mean those P2,000 bikes available in malls and sports shops. Those will fall apart once you bring them to a trail. A decent starter bike should cost you about P12,000-15,000. That may sound like a lot of cash, but trust me, if you take care of it, it’ll all be worth it in the long run. However, if you want something more high-end, be prepared to shell out something in the high-five-to-six digit price range. Of course, you also need to get yourself a helmet The Ultimate Game S BY RAFA ABAYA Under the scorching sun, people may wonder why we run around a grassy field trying to catch a disc. Well this is what frisbee players do for fun aside from chilling in our rooms playing Modern Warfare all day (don’t get me wrong, we still play COD in our free time). We play Ultimate Frisbee; it is one of the best sports in the world. Contrary to popular belief, Frisbee isn’t all about running and catching discs; there’s more to it than that. There are tactics, plays, and positions just like any other sport, but with a twist. One does not stick to textbook play; every player should have a mastery of timing, instinct, and quick thinking. When a play goes wrong, what happens You don’t just redo the entire play and hope for the best; instead they devise a new plan right on the spot and play it through like they’ve been practicing it all day. Of course there are throws and catches that people develop instinctively. Many begin unfamiliar to the game but throw and catch the discs really well. A player must be consistent with his throws to really grasp the technique of throwing the disc. One may have a day of excellent throws, and another of really bad ones. As the saying goes, practice makes perfect, and one must really practice in order to be a star in this sport. With all the intensity, heartbreaking losses, and hardfought wins that Frisbee brings, the most important thing that anyone can really learn from this sport is trust. A teammate must trust that you can make that epic 100 yard throw to him all the way to the end zone, while you must trust that he will catch that disc despite the 6- foot tall defender blocking him. The game is all about trusting that your teammates will support you through thick and thin, a very important life lesson on or off the field. Interested in learning more about Ultimate Frisbee Join the South Luzon Ultimate Clinic at the Alabang Country Club every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30 – 6:30 PM and at Cuenca every Saturday from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For details text Coach Ping Bautista (09178171936). See you on the field! and a pair of biking gloves. Okay, so you’ve got your mountain bike, but where can you find trails to ride on For beginners, I would recommend the Filinvest Mountain Bike Park, beside Petron across Westgate. It has some easy trails and even a flat section for those who aren’t ready for the inclines, as well as some technical stuff for the more advanced riders. Some trails extend all the way to Palms Country Club and even all the way to Asian Hospital. The next trail area you can try out is Nuvali in Santa Rosa, Laguna. It has some fairly easy trails and a four-cross track for racers. While in Santa Rosa, the guys with good conditioning may want to try climbing the infamous Cardiac Hill, a long, steep, lung-busting road climb which only the fittest can climb non-stop. For the more adventurous, there is a network of trails in Daang Hari. To get there from Alabang, follow Daang Hari until you get to Petron gasoline station, then turn left to the smaller branch road leading past Portofino. At the end of the road is a rotunda, and on the Portofino side is a dirt path leading to the start of the trails. Unlike the other two aforementioned trails, there is no set path here, just a bunch of trails crisscrossing each other, some just looping back to the start area, others leading all the way to Gen. Mariano Alvarez and Dasmarinas, both in Cavite. It’s easy to get lost there, so best to go with someone who is familiar with the terrain. If you don’t know anyone who does, join one of the many groups of mountain bikers headed there—they’re always willing to help out newbies. Don’t forget to bring lots of water and a spare tube and a pump or a tire patch kit so you won’t be stuck in case you get a flat tire. Mountain biking can be very fun, but like all sports it has its own risks. Know and understand the dangers out there, always wear your helmet, and ride within the limits of your skills and equipment. Follow these pieces of advice and you too can have your own adventures on your mountain bike. Ulimat in Tn Simple Rules BY STEVE COURLANG AND S NEAL DAMBRA 1. The Field -- A rectangular shape with endzones at each end. A regulation field is 70 yards by 40 yards, with endzones 25 yards deep. 2. Initiate Play -- Each point begins with both teams lining up on the front of their respective endzone line. The defense throws (“pulls”) the disc to the offense. A regulation game has seven players per team. 3. Scoring -- Each time the offense completes a pass in the defense’s endzone, the offense scores a point. Play is initiated after each score. 4. Movement of the Disc -- The disc may be advanced in any direction by completing a pass to a teammate. Players may not run with the disc. The person with the disc (“thrower”) has ten seconds to throw the disc. The defender guarding the thrower (“marker”) counts out the stall count. 5. Change of possession -- When a pass in not completed (e.g. out of bounds, drop, block, interception), the defense immediately takes possession of the disc and becomes the offense. 6. Substitutions -- Players not in the game may replace players in the game after a score and during an injury timeout. 7. Non-contact -- No physical contact is allowed between players. Picks and screens are also prohibited. A foul occurs when contact is made. 8. Fouls -- When a player initiates contact on another player a foul occurs. When a foul disrupts possession, the play resumes as if the possession was retained. If the player committing the foul disagrees with the foul call, the play is redone. 9. Self-Refereeing -- Players are responsible for their own foul and line calls. Players resolve their own disputes. 10. Spirit of the Game -- Ultimate stresses sportsmanship and fair play. Competitive play is encouraged, but never at the expense of respect between players, adherence to the rules, and the basic joy of play. Taken from http://www.cs.rochester.edu/u/ ferguson/ultimate/ultimate-simple.html
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