That title just means my brain fried and jaw dropped when I saw this pic. It's been a long time since anyone in MM made me feel this way. This picture even made me post something here. It's been too long since I last made an entry. Does anyone even still follow this blog?
Pity Sayumi will probably graduate next year. I wish she would get to have a good career after MM. She is capable of so much more than what they are giving her.
Will I be able to attend her graduation concert? Out of the four 56kkies that I love, I already missed Eri, Ai, Gaki...It would be nice to be able to see Sayu for the last time. She will always be my usagi-chan =)
Friday, March 23, 2012
The final journey.
Monday, February 13, 2012
Sunshine fades and shadows fall But sweet remembrance outlasts all
Well, technically it's her first one with a boy since all of her past kisses were with the other members. The majority of those were with Ai xD Strangly I didn't scream, yell or start throwing plushies around the room when I saw that pic of her smooching the actor in her latest drama. I think the reason I was so calm was because of the angle that they took that screen cap. We can't really see her face thus there is a strong likelihood that they didn't really kiss. It was just the angle and a very common camera trick.
I'm gonna just go with that theory and ignore the possibility that the bunny was actually enjoying that scene. After all, any (normal) girl would love to lip lock with a cute guy. I don't think this guy was cute but I'm betting that Sayu thinks so.
Now that princess Sayumin (I don't know why I'm calling her that) has advanced on to skin / body contact, I wonder what her next project will entail. Hugging? A full blown make out scene or *gasp* a bed scene?! Yikes, I'm not looking forward to that but I guess I can't complain. Sayusuke is all of 22 and will be 23 years old in 2012. She's a big girl now and we can't expect her to remain pure and innocent can we. I just hope she ends up with a decent boy, someone good enough for her and who won't break her heart or make her wait. Geez, why am I getting melodramatic all of a sudden?? Must be the side effects ^^;
I wonder if I can remain just as calm as I am now when watching the scene in video form. It might be a good idea to keep all pointy and breakable objects away from arm's length xD
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我不要阿塔，我要你。 Can't believe I said that. A moment of insanity?? （ーー；）
So far I'm okay with Eunjung paired up with (in no preference) Soo Hyun, Taecyeon and Jung Woo. BUT, I discovered that Hye Mi x Baek Hee is a rather popular coupling too. I don't know why it didn't occur to me earlier *whacks self over head* but they are really cute together as well.
Eunjung was so nice and considerate to post the below pic and message to garner more viewers for "Dream High." In the beginning the audiences' reception towards Suzy wasn't the best =(
“Thank you to everyone who watched ‘Dream High’! ♥ This is Yoon Baek Hee and Go Hye Mi’s best friend photo..!“
The ever playful Jungie also uploaded a picture of herself holding Suzy and tweeted, “Who do you think I’m hugging? Hoot. kekekeke. Hint: my girl _ _ _”
Moments later, Suzy commented, “kekekeke oppa (older brother) pose. Who is it who is it who is it”, playing on the fact that her eyes are covered in the picture.
Aren't these 2 cute together? In the drama, it seems like Hye Mi is the stronger party while Baek Hee is more vulnerable. So it would look like HM is the "guy" in the relationship and BH the girl. But in real life, Eun Jung could be the more boyish one who takes care of her. Check out her pose in the pic. Definitely very cool and man, lol.
Bonus clip of Baek Hee singing. Her voice is better than good =) Nice song too so double =) which equates to =D
I shall just jump right in and ramble on about stuff since I don't know how I should properly "open" this entry. So here goes...
I feel that things would change drastically after Risa is gone. Since I don't follow the newer generations that much, I can't say for sure that there is a voice among those kids which can replace hers. But just imagining it is hard. I really can't see any of them stepping up and filling the void would be leaving. It was hard to fill Eri's shoes, and now it's just ten times worst.
I guess Sayashi would be the one to take over Ai, as how the management has so obviously pushed for. But what about the members who were never the leads? People like KameMame and in future, Sayu? I have to say that things have been different ever since 2010 and it will only get more different.
4+ months left till the bean leaves... then what?? I know I'm gonna be aimless with a gaping space left within me. It's not so easy to let go of something you have been attached to for so long. I've started running this blog in 2008 and in the blink of an eye, it's 2012. To say that I've loved MM for so many years is not a lie, as I've been a mega fan of them even before 2008. I think around 2006 to be exact. Which means I've stayed with a single group for 6 years or more. Believe me, this is a major accomplishment for someone whom they say, has a horrible attention span.
I never expected myself to be so "faithful" and discovering MM and falling in love with them as well as much of H!P through these years made me realise many things. This big group of girls with various personalities brought me much laughter, joy, entertainment and smiles. But they also gave me a lot of heartache, quarrels and troubles. Strange you would think, as why would a girl group lead to so many things? But they did. And if you knew the full (and true) story of what happened to me as I followed MM (and H!P) as a huge fan, you would be stunned at my experiences.
Many times, I have wondered what my life would be like or how would it be different from how I know it if I didn't come across this Japanese girl group. For one, I would definitely be richer, have more space in my room and have made less enemies. I always thought that having a common like meant getting along and having fun together. But when differing opinions and preferences brought about ill feelings and silent distain, it ruined everything. Not to mention when more complicated things came into play. Humans, are funny creatures.
Towards the MM that I know and love, I have regrets. I couldn't attend their concerts in 3 different countries, I couldn't cry my heart out at the graduation concert of a member I love, and I couldn't hold their hands and thank them for all the happy times they brought me.
Why did it have to be May Gaki-san? Why did it have to be you?? If only you and Sayumi could graduate together in October and in a country outside of Japan. Then I would only be left with 1 regret out of the 3.
Alas, life never goes how we want it too. That's why the wise men say, don't rush in, don't get attached, and never ever fall in love.
I've noticed a difference between Kpop and Jpop. Besides the music style, dance and costumes, Kpop fans are generally more accepting towards the couples that they like together. On the other hand, they can also be quite scary towards couples they dislike together.
Strangely, I seem to be able to accept my favourite Kpop singer put with guys than I can watch K4 with any guy ^^; I don't know why. Could it be that I don't like Jungie as much as I do K4? But I really really adore Jungie now. So that probably isn't the case.
I think the reason is how the Korean programs portray the couples. They make it impossible to dislike them. Or maybe, I like Jungie so much that I can like anything or anyone that comes into contact with her XD
It's obvious the hubby loves being around Eun Jung. He grabs every opportunity to cuddle her, kiss her, carry her, hug her, etc. Landing this variety show was the best thing that happened to him. Being able to be a couple with Jungie who is cute, pretty, adorable, fun, beautiful, humorous and more! *sigh* Lee Jung Woo, you are darn lucky!!
Helping the person you love dry her hair is one of the sweetest things ever. At least to me ^^; Poor Jungie was so tired till she couldn't help but doze off while filming ZIA's music video.
Jung Woo definitely got brownie points here for bending down to help Eun Jung zip her coat. Awww at how she hides her face against the pillar. Is there any action that this girl does which isn't cute?? She even looks adorable asleep =P
You should never make her cry Jung Woo! That's a cute plush you got for her. At least you did your homework. That's her fave character =)
I definitely prefer this PV to the original =P The creator is a genius! Eun Jung looks so pretty behind the car window in the rain. I'm seriously awestruck.
I think it's funny how Lee Jung Woo tried to hold Eun Jung's hand but she didn't oblige. Smart girl for using that method to not let him get his way. Jungie is such a smart and witty girl! =)
When the news about Risa graduating broke, I was a little skeptical about it's authenticity. After all, it has been barely 6 months since Ai left the group. I didn't think that the bean would graduate so soon. I thought that she would at least be leader for a year.
After the news was confirmed, it seemed that she had planned this all along. With Ai that is. Apparently they had wanted to graduate together. But after discussing, she had decided to stay behind until the newer members became more stable. I guess May this year is the time she thought that her presence was no longer needed. Yet I beg to differ. Even if the 9th gen were okay now, the 10th gen couldn't be independent yet could they?
Somehow I think Risa isn't too comfortable with singing and dancing songs like the recent release. She is 23 years old, 24 in 2012. Does she really want to continue performing such songs? Although I should be sad that Mame-chan will no longer be in MM, I can't say I'm overly depressed about this.
I don't know if it's because I've become somewhat numb with all the graduations. Or that this isn't a surprise with the one girl (or more) leaving pattern every year. But yes, I'm not killing myself over this. In fact, I don't feel as devastated about Risa graduating as compared to Koharu, Eri and Ai in the past.
Perhaps this is due to the current MM not being the one which I love. So even if she left, it wouldn't make a difference. In a way, I'm hoping for Sayumi to grad as well. Why can't they let GakiShige grad together. Then there will be closure for me.
With the amount of work Sayusuke has over the rest, I don't see how she can perform the tasks that comes with being leader. Maybe the company took this into consideration and will let Reina be leader instead. And that's the reason why the next leader hasn't been announced. I know Yossui and someone else ever remarked that the bunny would make a good leader. I don't doubt her capabilities, I just wonder if she would have the time and energy to do it, without KameMame by her side.
Will the little more than half a year period be enough for Sayumin to pick up everything that she has to know from Gaki-san if she indeed became the next leader? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure, 2012 will be a new era for H!P. One that doesn't have both the MM and H!P leader as the same person. Will this new beginning be something good for the entire H!P? I hope so. Because even if all my favourite girls left, I don't want to see what they have worked so hard to create fail after they have gone.
Ganbatte in everything you do after graduating from MM Gaki-san. You are a special individual and no matter what some people might say, MM without you, isn't the same.
Is it a coincidence that both Eun Jung and Ji Yeon have to go to the hospital at the end of the year? For 2011 it's a hurt ankle and almost collapsing due to fatigue. In the previous years it was a busted knee and dehydration.
Even more crazy incidents include falling off a horse or down the stairs. These girls work too hard. I'm positive if they weren't so tired all the time, such accidents won't happen as much =(
I wish they had the time to rest more. But I guess when you are one of the most popular and hottest idols at the moment, everyone wants a piece of you.
I just hope both of them get recover fast.
Ji Yeon looks like she is going to faint at any moment. She is so pale, almost as white as sheet. But I've got to hand it to her for making through the whole performance even if she couldn't do the same for the "We were in love" perf after this.
I was seriously worried when JY stood behind Hwa Young with her head bent low. She normally looks all cool at that part of the song. When she put her hand to her head (while standing behind Hyomin), I suspect she already couldn't take it then. Cuz this girl doesn't like her hair messy. So she wouldn't make it messy for no reason ^^;
Hyomin looks so different from usual in the sense that she seems harried. Usually she's the composed one. I think all the members knew beforehand that JY wasn't feeling well. The part where she signaled to the dancer, I think she was telling him to watch out for JY fainting and grabbing her before she hit the floor. I like a HY who is concerned for JY. She shot up for me because of this =) So she gets forgiven for swinging a light bulb around, lol. Just kidding =P
Later when JY did that sliding move, I thought she wouldn't be able to get up, but she did. My admiration for her sky-rocked then.
The hanky part and when JY removed her jacket, again you can tell that she's at her limit. She didn't even have the strength to toss her jacket behind nor couldn't she bend low for the dance. I'm surprised she could even sashay out and still look incredibly cool doing it.
From her eyes, it's clear how tired she is. That sheen of sweat on her forehead makes it all the more obvious. There were quite a couple of times she looked like she would just fall over or faint. *heart breaks* =(....
My heart was in my mouth again when she put the back of her hand against her forehead. I know that's part of the dance, but somehow, it just doesn't feel right. I expected her to fall during those moments. Somewhat like what happened to Krystal from f(x). If she did, I doubt we will get to see this perf as it would most probably be pulled.
But luckily when the song ended, she seemed a little bit better. Gosh, Ji Yeon-ah, please please please don't be so weak! You don't know how many hearts are in pain seeing you like this ^^;
Man, I typed a lot about JY, what about EJ then? XD I'm less worried about her as she doesn't have to appear for all the Cry Cry and Lovey Dovey promos since she isn't the lead. Which means she can rest more. Also, her Queen Insoo filming should be wrapping up soon (I hope).
I thought how she wore hot pink slippers with her gown while MC-ing for the show was cute =P Only EJ can be this adorable. It's not her fault for the funky dressing though. It's the people from the show who promised her that they wouldn't take full body shots. Tsk, how could they lie to EJ!??!? No one should lie to her, it's Eun Jungie!!! XDD And that horse she rode on for the drama is a bully and meanie for making her fall. Bad horsie. It's a good thing she didn't suffer serious injuries. Falling from horses is really dangerous.
I think her ankle isn't healing that fast since she has too keep the ice pack on. She and JY can sleep on one bed and rest together =P EunJi is the best!!! =D
I love it when music videos have storylines in them but the latest T-ara ones take this to a whole new level. It's almost as if I'm watching a movie. And the effects and budget aren't shabby. I'm thrilled that there is going to be 5 (?) different videos coming out.
For Cry Cry, I'm really happy that Ji Yeon was the main character. My only complain is that they gave her a really bad wig. Still, no one else could pull such a hair style off. Which is proven in the 2nd part =P
2:58 min when JY appears the screen is practically overflowing with coolness and attitude. Man, this girl is good. She's a natural performer.
Woo at the skin at 3:16 min XDDDD And is that a tattoo I see? Fangirl screams at when she wears those shades. So cute!!
I don't know how Hyomin is connected to the story. And is this the last we see of her, or will she reappear in another part?
JY deserves a best actress award for her efforts from 12:45 min. All that emotion, and the scream, woah she was good.
What's the young guys relation to JY? Was he her dad's right hand man in the past? Gah, if only there were subs.
After viewing the entire vid, I'm not so sure I approve of JY liking the ahjusshi XD
Qri really isn't the best actress around. She could hardly emote. No wonder EunJi are the members with more acting offers ^^; Eun Jung was awesome! Her acting and physical appearance were great! Physical as in her hair etc and not something else XD
If Ji Yeon drove the car off the cliff, does this mean that the 3rd part won't have her? NOOOOOOO!!! I need my EunJi =P The anticipation for the next part is killing me. And I only just finished watching this one XD I also don't understand why Ji Yeon had to change her face. I know they did it so that Qri could have a role but what I want to know is, how is it connected to the plot??
It was smart of the company to include making off portions at the end. It's a good form of fan service to allow the fans to see how their fave girls behave off camera. Ji Yeon is so darn adorable!!! While Eun Jung is cute, crazy and a fan girl, lol. I would like to think that the reason for her being so excited is cuz she was watching JY film the emotional/fight scene. She even got Hyomin over to watch the filming together. Ahhh my EunJi fantasy XD
What I don't understand it, why must Ji Yeon be around during the scenes with only Eun Jung and Qri? If they had planned this better, then maybe JY would have some time to rest and wouldn't have to be sent to the hospital on NY's day. The poor girl is overworked =(
