RicerBoi's Xanga

On my Travels

Tue, 20 May 2008 07:37:10 GMT

Wow, my poor Xanga has been neglected lately. I'll try to sneak in a longer entry when I'm out of China next...but China is to blame for my absence since they block all blogging websites. A quickie blog here as I'm about to board the plane from Hong Kong to Shanghai...I'm pretty sure you guys know I left, but will update soon! Miss everyone!

Do you like apples?

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 07:39:35 GMT

How do you like THEM apples?

What a sight for sore eyes.

Red Sox, World Series Champs Nov 2007

Patriots, Super Bowl Champs Feb 2008

Celtics, NBA Champs July 2008

You heard it here first.

Monday, July 23, 2007

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 19:28:06 GMT

I don't EVER want to hear the word "Mortgage" again at my next job, or the next, or the one after that.

I don't EVER want to work inside a cubicle again

Aphrodisiacs

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 21:44:02 GMT

Aphrodisiac Foods and What They Claim to Do

The following is a list of foods that reportedly act as aphrodisiacs. Some are said to be aphrodisiacs simply because of their shape and some because of their aromas, while others claim a chemical basis for their "love" powers. This is by no means a complete list and, unless otherwise noted, there is no readily available research to back up their claims.

Aniseed
Also known as anise, the ancient Greeks and Romans believed that you could increase desire by sucking on anise seeds. Aniseed does include estrogenic compounds (female hormones), which have been reported to induce similar effects to testosterone.

Avocado
The avocado tree was called a "testicle tree" by the Aztecs because its fruit hangs in pairs on the tree, resembling the male testicles. Its aphrodisiac value is based on this resemblance.

Bananas
In addition to the phallic shape of the banana itself, the banana flower also has a phallic shape. Bananas are rich in potassium and B vitamins, which are said to be necessary for sex-hormone production.

Basil (sweet basil)
For centuries, people said that basil stimulated the sex drive and boosted fertility as well as producing a general sense of well being. The scent of basil was said to drive men wild -- so much so that women would dust their breasts with dried and powdered basil. Basil is one of the many reported aphrodisiacs that may have the property of promoting circulation.

Cardamom
Cardamom is an aromatic spice. Certain cultures deem it a powerful aphrodisiac and also claim it is beneficial in treating impotence. It is high in cineole, which can increase blood flow in areas where it is applied.

Chocolate

Chocolate has forever been associated with love and romance. It was originally found in the South American rainforests. The Mayan civilizations worshipped the Cacao tree and called it "food of the gods." Rumor has it that the Aztec ruler Montezuma drank 50 goblets of chocolate each day to enhance his sexual abilities.

Researchers have studied chocolate and found it to contain phenylethylamine and serotonin, which are both "feel good" chemicals. They occur naturally in our bodies and are released by our brains when we are happy or feeling loving or passionate. It produces a euphoric feeling, like when you're in love.

In addition to those two chemicals, researchers at the Neuroscience Institute in San Diego, California, say that chocolate may also contain substances that have the same effect on the brain as marijuana. The substance is a neurotransmitter called anandamide. The amount of anandamide in chocolate is not enough to get a person "high" like marijuana, but it could be enough to contribute to the good feelings that serotonin and phenylethylamine produce. Does that mean it increases sexual desire? Probably not -- but if it makes you feel good, it might lower your inhibitions so that you're more receptive to suggestion.

Carrots
The phallus-shaped carrot has been associated with sexual stimulation since ancient times and was used by early Middle Eastern royalty to aid seduction.

Chili peppers

Chili peppers
Eating chili peppers generates physiological responses in our bodies (e.g., sweating, increased heart rate and circulation) that are similar to those experienced when having sex. The capsaicin they contain is responsible for the effects and is also a good pain reliever. Another reported effect of eating large quantities of chili peppers is an irritation of the genitals and urinary tract that could feel similar to sexual excitement.

Cucumbers
Aside from its phallic shape, the scent of cucumbers is believed to stimulate women by increasing blood flow to the vagina.

Figs
Figs are another fruit that claims aphrodisiac qualities based on its appearance. An open fig is thought to look similar to female sex organs.

Garlic
Long ago, Tibetan monks were not allowed to enter the monastery if they had been eating garlic because of its reputation for stirring up passions. Garlic increases circulation.

Ginger

Ginger root
People have deemed ginger root an aphrodisiac for centuries because of its scent and because it stimulates the circulatory system.

Honey
In medieval times, people drank mead, a fermented drink made from honey, to promote sexual desire. In ancient Persia, couples drank mead every day for a month (known as the "honey month" -- a.k.a. "honeymoon") after they married in order to get in the right frame of mind for a successful marriage. Honey is rich in B vitamins (needed for testosterone production) as well as boron (helps the body metabolize and use estrogen). Some studies have suggested that it may also enhance blood levels of testosterone.

Licorice
In ancient China, people used licorice to enhance love and lust. The smell appears to be particularly stimulating. Alan R. Hirsch, MD, neurological director of the Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago, conducted a study that looked at how different smells stimulated sexual arousal. He found that the smell of black licorice increased the blood flow to the penis by 13 percent. When combined with the smell of doughnuts, that percentage jumped to 32.

Nutmeg
In ancient China, women prized nutmeg an aphrodisiac, and researchers have found it to increase mating behaviors in mice. There is no evidence to prove the same happens in humans. In quantity, nutmeg can produce a hallucinogenic effect.

Oysters

Matoya oysters
Romans documented oysters as aphrodisiacs in the second century A.D. They are known to be high in zinc, which has been associated with improving sexual potency in men. (An additional hypothesis is that the oyster resembles the female genitals.) Recently, mussels, clams and oysters have been found to contain D-aspartic acid and NMDA (N-methyl-D-aspartate) compounds may be effective in releasing sex hormones like testosterone and estrogen. Scientists have not determined whether there are enough of those compounds in the shellfish to make any difference.

Papaya
Papaya (like aniseed) is estrogenic, meaning it has compounds that act as the female hormone estrogen. It has been used as a folk remedy in promoting menstruation and milk production, facilitating childbirth and increasing the female libido.

Pine nuts
People have been using pine nuts to stimulate the libido since Medieval times. Like oysters, they too are high in zinc. Pine nuts have been used for centuries to make up love potions. The Arabian medical scholar Galen recommended eating one hundred pine nuts before going to bed.

Hong Kong, Thailand, here I come!

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 21:36:02 GMT

Can't hardly wait. Here's the plan:

Arrive Hong Kong July 5th. Dragon-I, Volar, Sugar, Hei-Hei, and all the other Lan Kwai Fong spots.
July 6th-7th: Wakeboarding anyone? TT?
July 8th: Hydrofoil to Macau, stay at Wynn and visit Annie
July 9th: Fly to Bangkok and visit Smith. Bed Nightclub models night wednesday
July 10th: Cab out to Pattaya and chill on the beach, sipping drinks with umbrellas in them, massages on the beach and watersports, party at night
July 11th: Back to Bangkok, Spicy ass Thai Food. Sightseeing. 2 hour massages for $5
July 12: Return to Macau/HK. Shop for fake watches, wallets, bags, DVDs, etc, and fobby clothes. Eat at Chuy Wah.
July 13: Drunken Blur, eating and shopping
July 14: Drunken Blur, eating and shopping
July 15: Return of the FOB to LA.

Lemme know if you're in Asia. Let's kick it.

Thursday, May 10, 2007

Thu, 10 May 2007 17:33:36 GMT

Wow it's been a while since I had a real post. I've gotten so lazy to post on Xanga since I've been MIA from clubbing the clubbing scene for a while. Trying to slow down and save for the annual summer traveling season, which includes 3 Vegas trips, a Boston trip, and the annual Hong Kong trip with the PBE boys.

I'll spare you all the partying pix. You've all seen those pix for 5 years now. If you *really* want to see, you can go to my Fotki.

Yeah I've been just reading up on CNN, ESPN, Facebook groups, keeping up with all the hot political issues. I think I get too worked up about these things that I really can do nothing about. Being conservative and living in California is an oxymoron in itself. I'd like to see a bill go to Congress to have California secede from the union and become "North Mexico."

Here's a parting thought.

Recently large demonstrations have taken place across the country protesting the fact that Congress is finally addressing the issue of illegal immigration.

Certain people are angry that the US might protect its own borders, might make it harder to sneak into this country and, once here, to stay indefinitely. Let me see if I correctly understand the thinking behind these protests.

Let's say I break into your house.

Let's say that when you discover me in your house, you insist that I leave. But I say, "I've made all the beds and washed the dishes and did the laundry and swept the floors. I've done all the things you don't like to do. I'm hard-working and honest (except for when I broke into your house).

According to the protesters: You are required to let me stay in your house You are required to add me to your family's insurance plan You are required to Educate my kids. You are required to provide other benefits to me & to my family (my husband will do all of your yard work because he is also hard-working and honest, except for that breaking in part).

If you try to call the police or force me out, I will call my friends who will picket your house carrying signs that proclaim my RIGHT to be there.

It's only fair, after all, because you have a nicer house than I do, and I'm just trying to better myself. I'm a hard-working and honest, person, except for well, you know, I did break into your house. And what a deal it is for me!!!

I live in your house, contributing only a fraction of the cost of my keep, and there is nothing you can do about it without being accused of cold, uncaring, selfish, prejudiced, and bigoted behavior.

Oh yeah, I DEMAND that you learn MY LANGUAGE!!! so you can communicate with me.

Why can't people see how ridiculous this is?!

2007 is looking good...

Wed, 02 May 2007 22:50:28 GMT

For my sports teams. When they win, it makes me happy. For all you California kids (and MIT/PBE kids for Fantasy), I'll put it plain and simple:

My Fantasy Team > Your Fantasy Team

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Honorable mention to the following players for making my Fantasy team pwn all: Vladimir Guerrero (Angels), Jeff Kent (Dodgers), Marcus Giles & Jake Peavy (Padres)

What I'm really excited about is Football season. My Patriots went from having one of the worse receiving corps in football to arguably the best. Happy Birthday Tom Brady. Donte Stallworth, Wes Welker, and now Randy Moss. Say what Colts/Charger fans? Bring it on baby, I hope you drafted some good cornerbacks or safeties or it's gonna be a quarterback clinic a la the Brady Bunch show. If you only look at pictures and don't actually read what I write, here you go:

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Let the games begin. =)

All is well: Clean Sweep

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 20:34:59 GMT

When the Red Sox do well, I do well. When the Yankees suck, I'm happy. When my Fantasy Baseball team pwns, I am happy. =)

Red Sox > Yankees. 7-6, 7-5, 7-6. Straight sets. Eat your heart out Yankees fans. 4 Home Runs in consecutive at-bats. How bout them apples? No whining that your starting pitchers are injured. Chien-Ming Wang, Mike Mussina, Carl Pavano, bring it, we'll light em up as they come.

Let me introduce you to my MVP's:

Daisuke Matsuzaka:

Manny, J.D. Drew, and Mike Lowell:

What slump? Manny:

Lights out. My fantasy closer and the pride of New England. Jonathan Papelbon:

And without further adue, let's have a hand for the New York Yankees (in a spy photo during their Spring Training in Florida):

LET'S GO RED SOX!

My Chemical Rage

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 06:01:03 GMT

So there IS a scientific explanation for why I've been so pissy and irritated lately. The back of my Xenadrine EFX says "May cause sleeplessness, restlessness, irritability, anxiety." No shit. I never thought I'd hit the sideeffects. I felt like a girl on her worst period ever. Like someone would cut me off, and instead of shrugging it off like usual, I would tail them for 5 extra blocks, scream obscenities at them, honk at them, etc. I need some anger management.

Or maybe it's my taking so much alcohol on the weekends and so much caffeine on the weekdays that my body is like WTF. Sorry dude. Gotta look good for the summer, but still have fun on the weekends.

So even besides, that, I feel like I've been such a hater lately. Literally. I get irritated about every little thing. Good thing there is good ol Facebook so I can rant about stuff with people who actually care. You name it. Illegal Immigration. Don Imus. Affirmative Action. Race relations. Abortion. Gay marriage. Why do I do that? Since nobody here seems to care about any current issues. Nothing actually affects anybody, so nobody cares. But I do. Why? I don't know. I probably shouldn't either, since I can't do anything about it anyways. Yup, I can't do anything to stop those fucks from prancing across the border and sucking up my tax money to pay for free healthcare and their 10 kids they're going to have when they settle down in the states. I can't do anything about a hypocritical nutcase (Al Sharpton) turning everything into a race issue and making it seem like black people are still oppressed like slaves, then turning a radio host into a martyr. I can't do anything about minority underacheivers who feel like they deserve an advantage over Whites and Asians in college admissions and in the workplace, all in the name of racial equality (or should it be reverse discrimination?). I can't do anything about crazy Christian fucks who blow up abortion clinics so that smart kids who don't want to ruin their future because they made a mistake can't get an abortion and have to be stuck with a kid when they're 16. I can't do anything to stop Mr. and Mr. Fag as a couple, or Mrs. and Mrs. Dyke as a couple. Well why not? Because I live in the wonderful state of California, which is filled with Mexicans/illegals and their spawn, all the queers you can handle, and the ghettoest fucks in the U.S. What I CAN do is vote. But what does a conservative vote mean in a fucked up state like Cali in a representative democracy and not a true democracy? I shouldn't even bother.

I feel better now. If you agree with any of this, have a shot of Grey Goose this weekend. Cheers. I'm there with you in spirit. Have a great week everyone.

I'm Bored

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 07:40:37 GMT

No, not just right now since I have nothing to do and I'm vegging at home. I'm genuinely bored with everything, and can't find anything exciting. Girls in LA are boring and I just really don't care to look anymore. I get the same story every time. Everything from clubbing, partying, poker, Vegas, professional sports, to work and promoting just doesn't have the same appeal anymore.

LA is too slow. Everyone seems to be content with where they are, or content enough with their work/life situation to be too lazy to do anything about it. I think this general detachment from everything is really rubbing off on me. Doesn't anyone ever get bored of this? Going out every weekend to the same places and meeting the same people. Going to work everyday and working your ass off just to make all the execs in the company rich and you don't see a dime of it. Repeat. Repeat. Repeat. Give me a lobotomy and I'll be all set.

I just don't care anymore. About anything. I need to be rejuvenated and to be inspired.

Take me to Hong Kong. That is all.