Donna's Only Hope

D Gray Man Has Ended?

donzy — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 08:18:15 +0000

This week, D Gray Man aired the last episode for this season. All in all, the anime now has a total of 103 action-packed episodes. The fans of this anime, including me, are very sad to know that episode 103 is the last. That left the anime with a hanging end and there are still lots of loose ends to tie up.

I searched for possible news whether or not this will be the last and I stumbled upon this post from a website that is undoubtedly an all-about- D-Gray-Man site.

“As most of you should know by now, people believe the anime is ending, from the information source we have recieved, the anime is basically taking a break for awhile because it was catching up to the manga. The manga will continue to come out and we will of course have the manga added each and every week… Anyway, just to let you all know, D.Gray-Man anime will continue, we just don’t know when right now, if you guys find more information from creditable sources, please PM me and post it on our forums.”

So there, to all D Gray Man fans out there, don’t despair. I’m sure this is not the end of our favorite anime yet.

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Steven Curtis Chapman’s Cinderella — The Song and The Story

donzy — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:42:37 +0000

It must have been hard for the multi-awarded artist, Steven Curtis Chapman, to still sing this wonderful composition during his concert just after a few days when his 5-year-old daughter died in a car accident. Still, I salute this man not only because he is a great singer and composer but also because of the way that he keeps his family closely-knit and for being strong despite the tragic event that could break any father’s heart, which is due to his very firm foundation in Christ.

Any loving parent who will listen to this song, would probably find his/her eyes wet with tears. Cinderella is a very touchy song that explains how a parent feels towards his child and it also tells us to treasure every little time we spend with our children because someday they’ll grow up and leave us. We must highly value our relationship with our kids because our borrowed life here on earth is too short and we must live it fully and well.

The Story

The Song

Lyrics
She spins and she sways to whatever song plays,
Without a care in the world.
And I’m sittin’ here wearin’ the weight of the world on my shoulders.
It’s been a long day and there’s still work to do,
She’s pulling at me saying “Dad I need you!
There’s a ball at the castle and I’ve been invited and I need to practice my dancin’”
“Oh please, daddy, please!”

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
‘Cause I know something the prince never knew
Oh I will dance with Cinderella
I don’t wanna miss even one song,
Cuz all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she’ll be gone

She says he’s a nice guy and I’d be impressed
She wants to know if I approve of the dress
She says “Dad, the prom is just one week away,
And I need to practice my dancin’”
“Oh please, daddy, please!”

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
‘Cause I know something the prince never knew
Ohh-oh ohh-oh, I will dance with Cinderella
I don’t wanna miss even one song,
Cuz all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she’ll be gone
She will be gone.

Well, she came home today
With a ring on her hand
Just glowin’ and tellin’ us all they had planned
She says “Dad, the wedding’s still six months away
but I need to practice my dancin’”
“Oh please, daddy please!”

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
‘Cause I know something the prince never knew
Ohh-oh ohh-oh, I will dance with Cinderella
I don’t wanna miss even one song,
(even one song)
Cuz all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she’ll be gone

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Sony Ericsson W902 — My Kind of Phone

donzy — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 09:17:45 +0000

I’ve been using the same phone model for almost 8 months now and I have no intention to change it yet until I saw this phone while browsing in GSMArena. I fell for it immediately.

Sony Ericsson W902i

What I like most about this phone is the camera and music features. It’s really awesome because of the 5 MP camera, the 2.2 inches screen and 8GB memory card that is included with the purchase. It’s really tempting, however, I’m still not planning to buy it. Maybe I’ll start saving for it first. Hahahaha!

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Casting Crowns East to West Video and Lyrics

donzy — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 03:36:26 +0000

Another one of the famous Casting Crowns’ hits captured my heart from the first time I have heard of it. This heart-warming song greatly reminds us that Jesus knows everything that we are going through and how heavy our burden is. This song also encourages us to continue our race in faith and to never give up even if the pressures of this world are catching up with us. Just as Jesus never fails us and even took our place up on that tree, we should never give Him less than all our life and praise.

Listen, be inspired and sing along with Casting Crowns as they perform their brilliant composition, the 2008 Dove Awards Song of the Year, EAST TO WEST, from the album “The Altar and The Door”.

Here I am, Lord, and I’m drowning in your sea of forgetfulness
The chains of yesterday surround me
I yearn for peace and rest
I don’t want to end up where You found me
And it echoes in my mind, keeps me awake tonight
I know You’ve cast my sin as far as the east is from the west
And I stand before You now as though I’ve never sinned
But today I feel like I’m just one mistake away from You leaving me this way.

Jesus, can You show me just how far the east is from the west
’cause I can’t bear to see the man I’ve been come rising up in me again
In the arms of Your mercy I find rest
’cause You know just how far the east is from the west
From one scarred hand to the other

I start the day, the war begins, endless reminding of my sin
Time and time again Your truth is drowned out by the storm I’m in
Today I feel like I’m just one mistake away from You leaving me this way

I know You’ve washed me white, turned my darkness into light
I need Your peace to get me through, to get me through this night
I can’t live by what I feel, but by the truth Your word reveals
I’m not holding on to You, but You’re holding on to me
You’re holding on to me

Jesus, You know just how far the east is from the west
I don’t have to see the man I’ve been come rising up in me again
In the arms of Your mercy I find rest
’cause You know just how far the east is from the west
From one scarred hand to the other
One scarred hand to the other
From one scarred hand to the other

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Two New Episodes For Zombie Loan!

donzy — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:04:44 +0000

Zombie Loan is a Japanese manga series created by Peach-Pit; Banri Sendo and Shibuko Ebara. An anime adaptation was announced and started broadcast on the Japanese network on July 3, 2007. It contained a total of eleven episodes, with the final broadcast on September 11, 2007.

Chika, Shito and Michiru

When I first stumbled upon this anime, I was very intrigued of the title and I also thought that maybe the story is nice because the illustrations of the characters are very good. (I love beautifully illustrated cartoons/anime.) So I watched all the 11 episodes and marveled at Chika and Shito, the series’ main characters. These two are working at the Z-Loan office and are hired and paid for eliminating zombies. They work for different reasons and circumstances, which are not that clear to me up to now. That maybe because the last time I saw this was September last year and I kind of forgotten the whole story already.

I actually have never read any part of the manga, but I am as equally thrilled with this anime as I was with Fushigi Yuugi during its era. Its not that I am not interested in reading, I just don’t have the time. And so, a few days ago, my friend who is also a fan of this anime informed me that there are two new episodes for Zombie Loan. After a few research, it is confirmed. There are indeed episodes 12-13, which were released last April.

Zomibe Loan

The two new episodes are entitled “Wheel of Destiny” and “We Want to Protect”, respectively. The DVD copies are already available at your favorite anime stores, so what are you waiting for? Grab one now and enjoy the show.

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Dragonball Movie

donzy — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 09:56:26 +0000

The all-time favorite anime series and manga, Dragon Ball Z, will have a movie with real actors to play the roles. Yes, you read it right, it is not animated. The story will center around the adventures of the lead character, Goku.

DragonBall Poster - Goku

I stumbled upon this great news while looking for some movie updates and I am really happy to know that it will be released soon. I’m so excited about this and I can’t help but think what the story will be about.

The casts of this upcoming blockbuster are the following:
* Justin Chatwin as Goku
* James Marsters as Lord Piccolo
* Jamie Chung as Chi Chi
* Emmy Rossum as Bulma
* Chow Yun-Fat as Master Roshi
* Joon Park as Yamcha
* Randall Duk Kim as Grandpa Gohan.
* Christopher Sabat as Shenron

The film is directed by James Wong and produced by Stephen Chow. It is scheduled for release on April 3, 2009. I really hope that this film will become one of the top grosser for next year.

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Avatar: The Last Airbender Episodes 17 - 21 of BOOK 3 Have Been Released

donzy — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:08:47 +0000

It’s so sad that one of my favorite cartoons is already concluded. The last four episodes were released just last week. Episode 17 entitled “The Ember Island Players” was released last Friday, July 18, 2006, and the last four episodes “Sozin’s Comet, Parts 1-4″ were aired on July 19, 2008.

I was holding my breath while watching the last four episodes since I can’t contain all the action and the excitement. I didn’t expect that Avatar Aang will end the war that way. Although, it was really fast and everyone had just few scenes during battle, I couldn’t think of a better way to end the anime. It was very good.

On the other hand, I am sad because I’ll be missing the series and the characters. I wish there will be more episodes. I think I just can’t get enough. Also, I was a little hopeful that Katara and Zuko will end up together, though I know Mai’s still out there waiting for him. I love Zuko and Katara. But it seems like Katara was really made for Aang. They’re both good benders and I think they really love each other.

There were things that wasn’t clear to me also. I was wondering if Zuko’s mom is still alive, it was never revealed. Also, did Toph return to her family when the war ended? Where were Katara’s father and all of those escaped prisoners during the war? These are just few of the things I missed, but anyway, the story is really, really great.

Lastly, all I can say is, congratulations to all of the staff behind this show. I believe “Avatar: The Last Airbender” will continue to reap rewards for being the best animated series aired on TV. And to all Avatar fans out there, cheers! :D:D:D

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Jars of Clay: Greatest Hits

donzy — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:09:55 +0000

Jars of Clay, one of my favorite, and among the most awarded Christian Artists released another inspiring album this year.

For a little background, this band is consists of four official members: Dan Haseltine on vocals, Charlie Lowell on piano and keyboards, Stephen Mason on lead guitars and Matthew Odmark on rhythm guitars. They met at Greenville College in Greenville, Illinois. They’ve been active in the music industry from 1993 to present.

The band’s name is derived from the New International Version’s translation of 2 Corinthians 4:7:

But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.

Greatest Hits is the third compilation/album of Jars of Clay, which was released last April 1, 2008. This compilation follows 2001’s Jar Of Gems, which was released to the Singapore market, and 2007’s The Essential Jars of Clay. The album will contain 14 tracks, 13 previously-released songs and one new song, entitled “Love Is The Protest”.

Here are the contents of the said album:
1 “Flood”
2 “Love Song for a Savior”
3 “Like a Child”
4 “Worlds Apart”
5 “Crazy Times”
6 “Frail”
7 “Unforgetful You”
8 “I Need You”
9 “Show You Love”
10 “Amazing Grace”
11 “God Will Lift Up Your Head”
12 “Dead Man (Carry Me)”
13 “Work” 3:55
14 “Love Is The Protest”

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D. Gray Man 7th Ending Theme

donzy — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 03:12:42 +0000

Just as I love the 3rd and the 5th ending songs of the anime D Gray Man, I also love its 7th ending song. Although I can’t understand the lyrics, i like the rhythm and the singer’s voice. So, I decided to share it here in my blog for anime music lovers out there.

Below is the lyrics and the translation of it. The song is really great!

Regret by Mai Hoshimura
D.Gray-Man 7th Ending

Mado no soto no keshiki utsuri kawatte
Kisetsu made ga atashi wo oiteku
Dare yori chikaku ni ite fuan no tameni
Doushite ano toki kidzukenakatta
Anata no sugata ga mie nakunaru mae ni
Tatta no tatta hitokoto “Ikanaide” ga ienakatta

The scenery outside the window changes
Even the season is leaving me behind
I was closer to you than anyone because of my insecurity
Why didn’t I realize it at that time?
Your figure slipped out of my sight before me
I didn’t say the only, single thing I wanted to – “Don’t leave me”

“Anata ga shiawase nara sore de ii” nante zettai ni ienai
Nejimagatta konna kokoro ga
Doushiyou mo nai kurai atashi wa kirai

I can never say “If you’re happy, then it’s alright”
A twisted, crooked heart like this
I hate it so much that I don’t know what to do

Tanjoubi ni moratta ‘initial ring’
Omoi dase ba tsurai dake na no ni
Ima sara wakatta no wa omou ijou ni
“Anata wo hitsuyou doushiteta koto?”

The ‘initial ring’ I received on my birthday
It’s only painful if I remember it
What I knew at this late hour is that this is all I’m thinking about:
”Why is it that I needed you?”

Futari de kidzuita chikasa e kowasu youni
Kokoro to urahara ni detekita kotoba ajikenai “Sayonara”

The two of us noticed the break approaching our closeness
Unlike what the heart said, the words were dull - “Goodbye”

Anata ga sugoku koukai suru
Sonna hi ga kuru koto no sonderu ijiwaru te
Minikui kokoro ga
kinou youni wo motto atashi wa kirai

You regret it greatly
The hurting, unkind hand of when such a day comes
This ugly soul, like yesterday, I hate it even more

Regret - Mai Hoshimura

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WOW Hits 2008 — A Collection of Great Contemporary Christian Songs

donzy — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:43:43 +0000

WOW Hits is back with more inspiring Contemporary Christian Songs! It’s getting better every year. The latest collection of top Contemporary Christian songs is really the best. You can listen to them the whole day and still not get bored or tired of listening. The lyrics of the songs really relate to real life experiences and anybody will get carried away if they pay attention and internalize the songs. Who wouldn’t love a great song coupled with a nice rhythm, which can revive a weary, broken and troubled soul?

The album comes in two discs which contains about 15 songs in each disc. My top picks are the following:

Walking Her Home - Mark Schultz
– I love this song because it depicts true love and commitment

Everytime I Breathe - Big Daddy Weave
– This song reminds me how awesome it is to be in the presence of God. My heart and soul is at peace whenever I listen to this one.

I Need You to Love Me - Barlowgirl
– Aside from the wonderful music, this song emphasizes that we all need the love and grace of God because without it, where will we be?

Here are the sample of the songs. Listen and be inspired.

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