Only Yesterday (A Studio Ghibli Film)⁣⁣

Rating: 9/10⭒⁣

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"𝙄𝙛 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙨𝙣'𝙩 𝙜𝙤𝙤𝙙, 𝙮𝙤𝙪'𝙡𝙡 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙤𝙬. 𝙄𝙛 𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙤𝙬 𝙞𝙨𝙣'𝙩 𝙜𝙤𝙤𝙙, 𝙮𝙤𝙪'𝙡𝙡 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙭𝙩 𝙙𝙖𝙮."⁣

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⨾ The story is straightforward, and the romance is subtle. What I liked the most is what you learn about growing up. We all struggle in that aspect of our lives.⁣

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⨾ The pressure faced by those in their mid-twenties or thirties is overwhelming. Where are you headed? Do you have plans for life? It's crucial to know what you truly want, not what society or others expect.⁣

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⨾ I also liked the alternate retrospective of Taeko's past. The ending is beautiful too. These are the kind of simple stories that deeply resonate with your essence. I wish everyone had the chance to leave everything behind and live in the province. I hope it's as easy for everyone. The decision is incredibly brave.ü⁣

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⨾ You learn a lot. As they say, if you couldn't do it today, there's always tomorrow. Highly recommended! 😊⁣

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⨾ Rewatching Ghibli movies in 2024 sounds like a wonderful plan – they have timeless lessons. 💚⁣

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◦•●◉✿ S Y N O P S I S ✿◉●•◦⁣

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⸙ Taeko Okajima, a 27-year-old woman who takes a break from her urban life to work on a farm.⁣

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⸙ As she immerses herself in rural experiences, memories of her fifth-grade self resurface.⁣

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⸙ The film explores the interplay between past and present, weaving a nostalgic tale of self-discovery and personal growth. 🪴⁣

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Tags: Romance, Slice of life, Drama⁣

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#anime #onlyyesterday #studioghiblifilm #ghiblimovie #ghibli #basedonmanga #romance #drama #sliceoflife #randomunbosom #animewrapup2024 #january2024 #rewatch

LOST

There comes a time in a person's life when you feel lost. Events occur that you can't explain. It's the kind of moment when all your beliefs seem to slip away. Losing a loved one is painful, an unparalleled grief. It could be a beloved family member or a long-time pet. How should one face such trials?⁣

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We often question God, WHY? But at the beginning, there's no answer. Confusion and anger may set in. I feel a mix of emotions. The pain we feel can blind us. But they say it's only temporary. The question is, when will your suffering end? It's impossible to forget what you've lost. How do you move forward? How? It's tough when you're the one experiencing such a situation. It might be easy to tell others to move on, to continue because that's what should be done. Should it? Or is it because you have no other choice?⁣

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For me, the strength comes from the people who remain in your life to fight for you. It's hard, yes. But what other choice do we have but to hope that everything will be okay again? If we don't believe in something good, what do we hold onto?⁣

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You may not believe in God, you may not pray, or you may simply not care. But one thing I know, if we don't believe that the next chapters of our lives will be better, if you don't pray to the God you believe in, chances are you won't last either.⁣

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Yes, it hurts, but there are still people around you who hope. You're not alone in this fight. Many people are still praying that your life will turn out okay.⁣

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As long as you're breathing, there's hope. So, if you're going through a tough time or if a loved one is lost, go ahead, cry, brother. There's time for mourning. But after that, you need to get up again. Keep fighting through life's challenges. God says, 'I have a beautiful plan for your life. Believe and pray. I love you. I will use the pain you feel for the good of your life according to my plan and timing.'⁣

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A tight hug for everyone struggling and going through severe trials. It's okay to feel all the pain, then fight again. It's okay to pause and rest. It's okay not to be okay. Remember, you're never alone in this battle. God is merciful. We'll get through this. We'll overcome.⁣

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Thank you for reading. Until next time, brother. My prayer is that each of us will have a good life. God bless us all.

-Mac Dubista 01.15.2024 (Bayanan, Manila Philippines)

Play It Cool, Guys (Cool Doji Danshi)

Rating: 7/10 🌟⁣⁣

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๑ I adore this charming, heartwarming anime! The short 9-11 minute episodes leave me longing for more, but the cool yet awkward characters make each moment delightful.⁣

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๑ Embracing new experiences and pursuing passions is a central theme, and the lovable characters make it an absolute joy.⁣

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๑ Fingers crossed for a season 2 – highly recommended! 💙⁣

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║▌║▌║SYNOPSIS║▌║▌║⁣

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༻A bunch of cool guys who look like they got that unapproachable swag. But let's be real—that's not the true them.⁣

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༻They're just a bunch of dorks who've got the act down pat. So sit back, grab some popcorn and enjoy watching a bunch of goofy guys try to look cool all day every day.⁣

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Tags: Comedy, Slice of Life, Iyashikei, Based on a Manga⁣

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Date: 12.26.2023⁣

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#anime #PlayItCoolGuys #CoolDojiDanshi #comedy #iyashikei #sliceoflife #basesonamanga #animelove #animewrapup2023

The Yuzuki Family’s Four Sons (Yuzuki-san Chi no Yon Kyoudai)⁣

Rating: 8/10 🌟⁣⁣

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๑ Wholesome! Gakuto is cute! But my favorite character is Mikoto. All of them are decent characters.⁣

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๑ Overall, the story isn't exceptionally unique, but I find the simplicity of the plot charming. I love it. I enjoyed it a lot. 💙⁣

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༻Family is everything. The four Yuzuki brothers lost their parents two years ago, and now work to raise themselves. Hayato, the eldest, then Mikoto, Minato, and young Gakuto.⁣

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༻Hayato works and provides for the family. Mikoto is relaxed and calm. Minato is full of energy, and Gakuto is wise beyond his years.⁣

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༻Together they live, learn, fight, and forgive as brothers should. Meet the Yuzuki family!⁣

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Tags: Comedy, Drama, Shoujo, Slice of Life, Siblings, Based on a Manga⁣

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Date: 12.25.2023⁣

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#anime #TheYuzukiFamilysFourSons #YuzukisanChinoYonKyoudai #drama #comedy #shoujo #sliceoflife #siblings #basesonamanga #animelove #animewrapup2023 

Dispareo Trilogy - Serialsleeper (M.Apdian)⁣⁣

𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 3.5/5 ✮⁣
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☙ Napagod ako basahin yung buong series. Haha Parang ako yung karakter sa libro e. Sa book 1 and 2, talagang mapapatanong ka e. Ano bang nangyayare? Tas magugulat ka sa ending at twist. Hindi mo talaga aasahan.⁣

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☙ May mga nakakairitang characters. Tas andaming fillers. lol Favorite ko si Wacky saka si Shem. Hilarious and genius! Nakakatuwa din yung friendship nilang lahat e. Maraming katanungan talaga bago mo marating yung book 3. Tapos nag expect din ako talaga sa book 3 e. Haha⁣
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☙ Brutal at mabigat yung plot at storyline. Kaya pakiramdam mo parang mapapagod ka habang binabasa mo siya. Ganda sana ng potential nung buong series e. Pwede nga syang gawing movie tbh. I think, ang best part dito is yung solid friendship nila. Hindi siya horror for me e na tipong matatakot ka talaga. Brutal oo. Tas may mga parts na mayayamot ka at matatawa. lol Pero...⁣
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☙ Nadismaya ako sa katapusan. Oo happy ending, pero parang hindi nabigyan ng hustisya yung buong kahulugan ng story. Just like that?! Haha Pwede naman palang ganon yung gawin tapos pinahaba lang. hehe May mga parts ngang nabored na ako e. Basta okay for me ang book 1, yung book 2 ang best ending... Tas yung book 3, muntik na ako sumuko, akala ko di ko matatapos. 🥲⁣
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☙ Nag enjoy naman ako sa kabuuan. I won't buy physical copies na from this author. I MIGHT read her books na lang sa wattpad. hehe ✌️😊⁣
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☙ Marerekomenda ko ba siya? Pwede. Pero read at your own risk. Tas babaan mo rin ang expectations mo. 🙃⁣
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☙ Thankful parin ako sa Dispareo trilogy, kasi nawala na book slump ko! ❣️ Yay!⁣

❦ 𝚁𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚞𝚙𝚍𝚊𝚝𝚎: Rereading my own copies of TPGS series! Exciting! 🖤⁣

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❦ 𝙲𝚞𝚛𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚍: True Philippine Ghost Stories Resurrected Volume 1⁣
❦ 𝙽𝚎𝚡𝚝 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚍: What You are Looking for is in The Library - Michiko Aoyama

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⌘ Storya ng isang siyudad na nagsimulang mawala ang lahat ng tao, sa hindi malamang kadahilanan. Lahat sila naghahanap ng kasagutan. Storyang puno ng misteryo at habulan. (charot) Story of friendship, lost and surviving.⁣
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ʀᴇᴀᴅ ᴅᴀᴛᴇ: 10/14 - 11/05 2023⁣
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𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 20/25⁣
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𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐞𝐬: Supernatural, Mystery, Horror, Crime / Murder⁣
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#readingwrapup #novememberreads #dispareo123 #series #supernatural #2023reads #asianliterature #randomunbosom #bookwhore

Super Cub ♡⁣⁣

Rating: 9/10 🌟⁣

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❥ The experience transported me to a state of complete peace and utter joy. Wholesome and enjoyable! It's like Yurucamp but in a lonelier way.⁣

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❥ A hidden gem. Underrated. I'm so happy that I watched it.⁣

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❥ For others, it might be simple. But I learned a lot here. It's not just about friendship. It's being courageous despite tribulation. And being contented and thankful for what you have. IT'S A SIMPLE SLICE-OF-LIFE STORY. BUT I HOPE AND WISH I'M ONE OF THEIR FRIENDS. 🥺⁣

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❥ HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! ❤️❤️❤️⁣

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S Y N O P S I S (⁠◍⁠•⁠ᴗ⁠•⁠◍⁠)⁠✧⁠*⁠。⁣

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ღ Koguma, a reserved second-year high school student, has nothing—no parents, hobbies, friends, or goals. On her way home one afternoon, she visits a vehicle shop in hopes of acquiring a motor scooter. With only enough money to make ends meet, she is disheartened by the price tags and prepares to turn back. ⁣

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ღ However, as she is about to leave, the shop's owner offers her a pre-owned Honda Super Cub for ten thousand yen. Believing that the motorcycle will help brighten her monotonous world, she accepts the deal.⁣

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ღ As Koguma journeys through her town on small adventures with her Super Cub, she begins to build irreplaceable friendships and eagerly advances toward her new life.⁣

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[Written by MAL Rewrite]⁣

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Tags: CGDCT, Slice-of-Life, Iyashikei, School, Based on a Manga/Novel⁣

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Date: June 20, 2023⁣

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#anime #supercub #sliceoflife #cgdct #basesonamanga #animelove #animewrapup2023