Reversing Boys Before Flowers

What if Yoon Ji-hoo never left Seoul and followed Seo-hyeon in Paris? What if he realized early on that he liked Jan-di? Things could have been a lot better for my Yoon Ji-hoo. I actually hoped the production of Boys Before Flowers could have reversed the ending. As they said there were some possibilities that they could alter the ending. It was like a dream for me since I’ve always been a Rui (Ji-hoo in the manga) – Makino (Jan-di in the manga) fan ever since the whole thing started.

I just found that initially, Yoko Kamio wanted Rui Hanazawa to be the main hero in the manga, but because of Tsukasa’s outrageous personality she changed her mind. She must have thought that for Makino to end up with the almost perfect Rui is too ideal and common for the readers. But you know, it’s different when you read it and when you see it on television being acted by actors. Like you see, millions of people fell in love with Ji-hoo more than that of Jun-pyo. I’m quite sure she wouldn’t mind if Group 8 made a different ending, besides it still is Hana Yori Dango you know. It’s just that this time they would be catering to the clamor of millions of Rui – Makino fans.

I haven’t read the manga when I saw the first television adaptation Meteor Garden from Taiwan. I immediately fell in love with Lei (Rui). I did have some desperation that Shan – Cai would end up with him instead. But it didn’t happen as I wanted it. Then I saw Hana Yori Dango, the Japanese version and I still liked Rui although this time I know what I wanted wouldn’t happen because I was now aware of the manga. However, when Boys Before Flowers came, I became more desperate that Jan-di would choose Ji-hoo in the end. Ji-hoo is the perfect Rui Hanazawa and the best incarnation of the manga character. Especially when I read that, Group 8 could change the ending. Just by hearing the prospect of it made me happy.

In fact, it’s actually easier to fall for a guy like Jun-pyo. In this present time, I think more girls prefer the bad boys than the goody serious types like Ji-hoo. Of course, it was a different time when Yoko Kamio wrote Hana Yori Dango and now. Girls must have thought having a serious relationship with a Ji-hoo type is dull and unexciting. They would prefer some stubborn, selfish, headstrong, stupid, immature and gets all he wants guy like Jun-pyo. Because to be honest, guys like Ji-hoo is so hard to find nowadays. Unlike during the previous times when guys like Ji-hoo was more predominant. This is the reason why I love Ji-hoo a lot more. I actually like Ji-hoo more than Rui in the manga. See, it’s because I’m in this present time when people’s preference to guys or men has changed. And it’s also the reason why millions of fans love Ji-hoo, more than Lei and Rui. He’s become like this epitome of perfect fairy tale prince.

I definitely choose Ji- hoo than Lei and Rui. Although all of them are based on the same manga character, there are evident differences between the three of them. I can’t explain myself, among the three of them, it was with Ji-hoo that I was hurt the most seeing him let go of Jan-di even though he himself needs her as much or even more than Jun-pyo. I just felt that Ji-hoo was more like Rui in the manga or even better than Rui in the manga. He just seemed so real to me. It’s been so hard for him the most, because he had to make a choice between his best friend and the girl he loves. He doesn’t want to hurt Jun-pyo so he gave way but Jun-pyo kept giving him reasons to doubt his intentions for Jan-di. That is why he just can’t let go of Jan-di so easy. He just can’t leave her all by herself. Because Jan-di kept on showing that she can’t deal with all of it all alone. She’s always giving reasons for Ji-hoo to not leave her alone with all the things she’s been dealing with. And, I just feel so much for him because I know how it feels to be in the same situation. Because he isn’t like Jun-pyo, because he is self less. If there is someone who must have been hurt the most of all, no doubt it’s Ji-hoo because he was the one who have sacrificed so much for other people’s happiness even sacrificing his own. I still remember what he said to Jan-di in that episode in New Caledonia, “ I feel like my life have been so miserable, all I’ve been doing is to wait for that someone even if I’m not sure she’ll ever come back. “

Okay, Yoon Ji-hoo is too good to be true but since I think I’ll never ever meet someone like him in real life; at least in dramas I would have wanted to see those Ji-hoo type of guys end up with the girl they deserve more than the one who were chosen in the end. But I guess what they say is true, that in real life it is always the one who is more worthy and more deserving who are left out or become second choice. But then, no matter how much I wanted Jan-di to end up with Ji-hoo, I came to realize that someone so good to be true like him deserves someone far better than Jan-di – far better.

I’ve always seen myself in the Rui character but I’ve seen myself in Ji-hoo sunbae the most. We are so alike in many ways, that he’s too perfect for someone like Jan-di and that I’m too pathetic to still be pining for that same person after a long time. But I strongly believe, he deserves more than that. Most of all, he deserves happiness.

Broken Strings lyrics
Songwriters: Morrison, James; Smith, Fraser T; Woodford, Nina Sofia;

Let me hold you for the last time
It's the last chance to feel again
But you broke me, now I can't feel anything

When I love you and so untrue
I can't even convince myself
When I'm speaking it's the voice of someone else

Oh, it tears me up
I tried to hold on but it hurts too much
I tried to forgive but it's not enough
To make it all okay

You can't play our broken strings
You can't feel anything
That your heart don't want to feel
I can't tell you something that ain't real

Oh, the truth hurts and lies worse
How can I give anymore
When I love you a little less than before?

Oh, what are we doing?
We are turning into dust
Playing house in the ruins of us

Running back through the fire
When there's nothing left to say
It's like chasing the very last train
When it's too late, too late

Oh, it tears me up
I tried to hold on but it hurts too much
I tried to forgive but it's not enough
To make it all okay

You can't play our broken strings
You can't feel anything
That your heart don't want to feel
I can't tell you something that ain't real

Oh, the truth hurts and lies worse
How can I give anymore
When I love you a little less than before?

But we're running through the fire
When there's nothing left to say
It's like chasing the very last train
When we both know it's too late, too late

You can't play our broken strings
You can't feel anything
That your heart don't want to feel
I can't tell you something that ain't real

Oh, the truth hurts and lies worse
So how can I give anymore
When I love you a little less than before?
Oh, you know that I love you a little less than before

Let me hold you for the last time
It's the last chance to feel again


--- I love this song a lot! James Morrison and Nelly Furtado is one great combination. I love the blending of their voices. This song is so beautiful. Very meaningful.

- want -
from Jenipher's Notes

Yesterday at 4:03pm

Are promises important to you?
* Yes

What was the first thing you thought this morning?
* about my loads of laundry

Have you had a friend for many years and then they left just like that?
* no

Do you have a reason to smile right now?
* I'm not sure

What were you doing at 7 am?
* Tulog pa rin. Hapon nk gumigising

What's on your mind??
* Masteral, Singapore, Kim Hyun-joong, Earning more

Who was the last person to piss you off?
* the usual

Where is your phone?
* on my table

Figured anything out lately?
* that things are turning pathetic

How many tattoos do you have?
* None.

Do you think more about the past, present or future?
* future

Would you ever get a tattoo?
* no

Have you learned any lessons in life?
* i think so

Who did you last tell a secret to?
* none

Are you currently sad about anything?
* yes

Do you know how it feels to be cheated on?
* quite

Are you going out of town soon?
* no

Do you have a good relationship with your mother?
* Yes. of course
.
How are you?
* ok but bored

Does your Facebook password have to do with a boy?
* yes,it's about Kim Hyun-joong

Do you prefer light or dark haired members of the opposite sex?
* That depends

What's something you really want right now, be honest?
* A good writing job to enhance my skills. Go abroad to work and study.

What can't you wait for?
* I don't think I have any

In the past week, have you gotten sick?
* no

Will you cry at your wedding?
* I haven't thought about it.

Current mood?
* Bored.

Are you wearing any clothes that don’t belong to you?
* no

What is your current annoyance?
* the usual

What are you wearing?
* green shorts and light yellow shirt

Do you have a lot on your mind at the moment?
* yeah absolutely

Does anyone know your password besides you?
* no

Did you have a good birthday this year?
* half yes,half no

Do you think relationships are even worth it?
* No comment

Has anyone told you lately that they would always be there for you?
* None

Were you happy when you woke up today?
* Dunno

What did you do today?
* Do my laundry,wash dishes,cook

Who did you last ride in a car with?
* can't remember

Do you believe in soulmates?
* yes,

Do you prefer someone taller or shorter than you?
* Taller, definitely

Are you a deep or light sleeper?
* deep sleeper

Can you talk and think about something else at the same time?
* sometimes

If you see someone leave a mysterious briefcase in a bush, would you go check it out?
* No

Can others tell when you're having an extremely bad day?
* Yeah

Ms. Universe 2009 and who should have won


I was able to watch the replay of Ms. Universe 2009 on Sunday. I began to ponder if Ms. Venezuela really deserved the crown considering that she wasn't the front runner and neither is she the crowd favorite. In the long gown and swim suit, it was Kosovo and Dominican Republic who was head to head. Her scores weren't at par with the two. And when the question and answer came, I was convinced she shouldn't have won. Here's a round-up of the questions and answers. I wrote down the questions and translations upon listening.


Dominican Republic

Q: Do u believe that HIV testing should be made mandatory?


Answer: I definitely do believe that necessary tests should be made so that people can prevent AIDS. Because definitely by just being not careful in just one minute, we may lose our own lives.

Australia

Q: In some countries women aren’t allowed to wear swim suits, so how does that make you feel?

A: I believe wearing a swim suit in a pageant is a beautiful thing. Gives everyone of us to show our figures and our toned bodies and what we worked hard for. And I think our bodies is a beautiful part of a woman and that we should show it to the rest of the world.


Puerto Rico

Q: Has being a beautiful woman made your life easier or has it prevented people from taking you seriously especially in business situations?

A: Beauty is a compliment and one must be very organize. One must have her own professional studies and that is why you show and your inner beauty is reflected outside and that makes you look much more beautiful and that’s why people do take me seriously.

Venezuela

Q: In many parts of the world, obstacles still exist that impede women to achieve their goals in some corporations? What can be done to overcome this?

A: I believe that nowadays we women has overcame many obstacles. And I do believe that we have reached the same level as men have. We must realize there are no longer any barriers amongst us.


Kosovo

Q: What is it about fame that makes many people including you want to be famous?

A: All the experiences I’ve had so far and all my experience had given me fame. And I feel like famous, but there are other ways to be famous and those are intelligence and also beauty.


My analysis, Dominican Rep.'s answer was lacking. I mean it could have been better if she used more important words. It seemed like the answer has no meat in it. Too simple but not that impressive. There are simple answers but great answers.

As for Australia, she's got the lousiest answer I'd ever heard. She was asked how it made her feel that some countries aren't allowed to wear swim suits. But she answered that it's a beautiful thing and that she should show her toned sexy body to the rest of the world. WHAT??????!!!! Her answer is too selfish.She didn't even consider the cultures of those countries who doesn't allow it. She could have answered that we need to respect each others cultures and that for those not allowed to wear swim suits, it doesn't make them less of a person or less beautiful. My God, that was some trashy answer. Terrible.

As for Puerto Rico,I think she had the best answer. She was asked if being beautiful became a hindrance to other people to take her seriously. She said that beauty is a compliment but one has to have professional knowledge and be an organize person. Two points. And she added, that this is the time that your inner beauty is reflected outside and that makes others respect you. This is what I call a great answer. Come on, Australia need to take some lessons from her.

And Venezuela, her answer had no meaning at all to me. There was no meat in that answer. No sense. She was asked what women could do to obstacles that prevent them in achieving their goal. And she just said,women has overcame many obstacles? What obstacles girl? What????!!!! And she also said that we must realize there longer any barriers amongst us. What??? Look around you there's a big number of barriers. She didn't even answer the question about what should be done. Plus I didn't like her smile,she was like forcing herself to smile wide showing her teeth. It almost look scary to me. It was too artificial.

And lastly Kosovo, who was the most beautiful and most elegant. She really did look like Audrey Hepburn. But she somehow fell quite short of her answer about what is it about fame. Although, it was a good point of her saying there are other ways to be famous like intelligence. But she wasn't able to give a good answer about why people wanted to be famous.


So If were the judge from their total average; Dominican Republic should have won. First Runner up is Kosovo. Second Runner-up is Puerto Rico. Third Runner-up is Venezuela and Fourth Runner-up is Australia.