Identification: Simply Kim

Alias: Simply Kim

Or 'Kim-mon, the Stupid Pokemon'... it's your prerogative, really... as long as you don't confuse me with other people, then that's fine... if you do confuse me with other people, that's fine too... as long as you read SenRu or RuSen (That's why you're here by the way) anything's forgivable... I'll just comfort myself by hugging Daisuke-chan, my cute teddy bear...

Howl: "I'll keep on walking forever, looking for the rest of my closed dream..."

It's a line from the opening song of Yami no Matsuei, which I am also an avid fan of, but that's another story. Erm. I find it inspiring... makes me feel as if I have worth... I have purpose. Dramatic much? Probably, but it's plain and simple truth - and nothing but.

Residence: Philippines

Even with this country's shortcomings, I'm proud to be part of it. Yes, graft and corruption is rampant as you might well know, however, I would have to say that this country has the foundation of what a real person should be: family-oriented, God-fearing, has an overwhelming sense of gratitude (Other countries should be thankful of that at least... *lol*), hardworking, and has a sense of patriotism that gives way to society's cultural growth. For the record - we do not copy... we don't need to - we are our own people... believe what you want to believe.

Mortality: Just turned 20 a couple of months ago.

Dream: A better world.

I sound like a beauty pageant contestant, but it's true. I actually dream of a better world... where no country is at war, where poverty is significantly less than what the statistics indicate now, where people respect each other no matter what religion, race, sexual preferences or culture.

Ambition: To become a better and more successful person than I am now.

I need to give my parents back everything they gave me. I want them to be proud of me. I want them to see that their sweat and blood are not spent in vain. I need to prove to God that I am worthy of his gift of life. I need to prove to myself that I can achieve growth, personally and financially continuously, so I can find fulfilment and satisfaction in myself.

Grunt: "Promise!"

Heh, just ask the other webmistresses... I think they're growing quite tired of it... XD

Obsessions: This is a very difficult question. I mean, I am obsessed with a lot of things right now, so I can't list them all in here. However, I can give you the topmost six:

1. Anime buttons - I keep on squealing over these... especially if I see stuff where my favourite characters and pairings are there together... aww man... XD

2. Mizuno volleyball and tennis stuff - Stems from my love for Tezuka Kunimitsu (I can't fangirl over him here... wrong site, wrong anime, wrong manga! XD) and volleyball. I have a deflated *sob* volleyball, well, ball from my high school days, a pair of Tezuka-type tennis shoes, head band wristband thingies my cousin gave me for my birthday... now the only thing missing would be a tennis racket - Tezuka's tennis racket to be exact... XD

3. Economics Books and Programs - Since this is my course, I'm all for it! I collect hardbound books, and even those that are not but are beneficial for my academic growth, even now that I finished my college education...

4. Dove products - I have them all! I use them all!

5. Anime soundtracks - I have an affinity for them... They are the first things I look for when I go to specialty stores. I started with Slam Dunk back in 1997 (A year after the release) and I couldn't stop, branching out to other anime! ^_^

6. Death Note manga - If you like a challenging and strategy-infused read, you've got to have this in your bookshelf (Or PC at least). It is published in Shounen Jump by the way.

Q: Why do you like SenRu?

I love Rukawa. That is the main reason why I love SenRu. I don't make sense say you? Well, it goes this way... Loving someone constitutes a lot of choices right? I mean, surely, if you love, let's say, your best friend, you would naturally find the most compatible person for him so he would be happy. If he's straight, then find a girl who could make him happy, and if he's not, then find him a guy that he would surely be happy with.

He won't be too happy with Haruko... or her friends for that matter. He isn't the flowery and poetry-spouting person girls would love a man to be. I mean... he's competitive. He has lots of potential and talent in him. The perfect partner should draw everything out of him so he could improve himself more. And as far as one can see, the female population in Slam Dunk does not possess that kind of quality.

And seeing that Rukawa is very much the androgynous type, he is better suited for men. Let us just say that he seems made for loving his equals in strength and brainpower (Or maybe more than his own brainpower...), so I go with that. I prefer him to be with someone who could love him as an equal. I prefer him with someone who could challenge him physically, emotionally and mentally. I prefer him to be with someone who is sensitive enough NOT to treat him like a lady.

And Sendoh fits that category completely! He is bright - in his own right, he is skilled (In almost anything), he shares the same habit with Rukawa (Which is sleeping, that's why he's almost always late), he is definitely not emotionally stunted like some characters in the series, and he is very, very hot - and I think that should count twice. That pairing would last for a long time. They won't get bored with each other and it is so freakin' sweet that one would have cavities just by looking at them together! It's a good thing, really, since people who are in love should consider the longevity of their relationship rather than the sex, so basically, it would work beautifully. ^_^ Am I getting through? Or am I confusing you? XD

Q: How far would you go for SenRu?

I would go as far as I could. I'm in love with this pairing and that will stay forever. I have come through many sleepless nights just to write something for these two because they deserve it. I have gradually changed my views regarding relationships since I delved deeper into what they are sure to have between them. For all of that I'm thankful. SenRu truly changed my life. (Look, I even sound like a telemarketer... well at least, I learned how to fight for things I love, so that would make me go even farther for this pairing). It is something I'm willing to fight for until the end. ^_^

Q: Why do you think that Sendoh and Rukawa are the ones for each other?

As I mentioned before, it's because they are, with reference to mathematical equations, equal. However, their being equal doesn't mean that they are the same in every way, because obviously, they are not. Sendoh fills Rukawa's gaps, and Rukawa does the same... and they arrive at one answer, so they are considered equal equations... with different variables and coefficients both. My answers are weird, I know. But that's how I see them... so sue me. XD

Q: Are you a Rukawa person or a Sendoh Person? Elaborate.

I'm a Rukawa person. Definitely. I take things seriously, like if I am given a task, I work hard on it. I aspire to be the best and I use my skills to get to the top. I normally act sensibly... although I do get lost quite a lot of times... but that is beside the point. Erm. I like it when things are going my way and get very determined to turn the tables over when I'm at the losing end. I value my privacy a lot and I think of what I would be in the future.

The only difference would probably be that... well... he has a sense of humour... and I don't... mine just comes and goes... unfortunately, not at will. ^^;

Q: Follow up question... who do you like better? Sendoh or Rukawa?

Rukawa Kaede. Why? I like him not because of his looks alone (I LOVE his eyes by the way, they are so full of energy!) but because he's someone that is very much enjoyable to unravel, like some mysterious package given to you during Christmas Day.

He's a very complex character indeed. There are lots of misconceptions regarding his attitude, his behaviour, and his habits. Contrary to other people's belief, he is not insensitive and forceful at all. He will never provoke someone just to pick a fight with. He is not as icy as other people brand him as. He is not disrespectful as others think he is. Proof? Take his relationship with Sakuragi. In the timeline, we can see that his words are indeed provocative, but not because he wanted to pick fights with him. He knew that if he did not do it, Sakuragi would never grow and thus would inhibit his and the team's entrance to the nationals. Sakuragi is the one who takes everything negatively, and that alone starts the infamous conflicts. Iciness isn't him at all either; he just ignores things that had nothing to do with him. And disrespectful is not he at all! He respects Ayako, he respects the decisions of his coach, that's why he did not go to America like he initially planned, he answers respectfully to Kogure and he is civil to both Mitsui and Miyagi, no matter how annoying he thought they were sometimes (It shows in his eyes often). He did not punch the daylights out of Mitsui when he cheated during their one-on-one. There are other misconceptions about him that I really want to discuss further but I don't have much patience to type them all in here, but ask me personally? Heh, you'll get your answers.

I find him vulnerable at times... as if he is not contented with what he has... as if he's trying to surpass the strongest things, the strongest people to prove that he is indeed capable.

This is our baby.

I haven't been this excited in my whole life, and I have to say that I am perfectly honoured to be a part of this. After everything that's happened in the SD fanfic world, I'm relieved that there are people who wants to uphold the SenRuSen love... keeps it alive... thus giving a chance for it to grow some more in spite of adversaries who had done nothing but deliver ruthless blows to us who only wanted to express what we felt inside.

I don't want to brand this as a form of revenge... I want to think of this as a challenge - a challenge for those who rebuke to open their eyes and see that what they say aren't altogether true.

That SenRu is something that would make hearts melt...

That SenRu is something the soul could never forget.

Aki Midori
[(B)Aki-mon... don't ask... Just don't ask. *LOL*]

The perpetual clown. Heh. I don't really like clowns, but attitude-wise, she's an exception. Her energy and good cheer are quite contagious, and frankly I can't stop laughing when she starts her brand of comedy. She gives life to almost everything and that makes her truly special. Aki... you are one person I'll NEVER forget in my entire lifetime. For all the times you made me feel more alive, thank you very much.

PS: We will prevail over Chache's wont to name us with ridiculous nicknames! Revolution!

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Chache
[The playful SenRu kitten]

The one who always called me 'quirky' due to my lack of consistency regarding shounen-ai and yaoi pairings XD. She is the one who has the most sensible thing to say among us, the one who analyses everything - detail by detail. A walking brain perhaps. And yet, her energy, though lesser than Aki's, is enough to light the inner warrior in you, igniting the flame of your will to fight for what you believe in. You have given me much inspiration since we've known each other (Okay, so maybe a year after we met each other... you know the reason why I was so hesitant back then ;p) Thank you so much. ^_^

PS: You owe me a BETTER Pokemon name! Hmph!

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Archangel Barton
[Whose Pokemon name rhymes with 'Cinnamon']

The quietest of the bunch, the one who smiles the most and soothes others with her mere presence. The one who is so in-love with Sendoh that it's difficult to tear her away from his picture... although I understand why... after all, Sendoh's very dreamy, isn't he? Salut cher ami! You are one of the people I'm comfortable with even in complete silence. Thank you very much for your friendship. I don't think I'm worthy of it, but I'll try to live up to being one of your friends.

PS: How come you have such a cute nickname and we don't?

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Steff
[Mitsui no Miko... hail to you who fought for your rights... even if you got a few lefts with them! XD]

The first one from the AKML whom I had the pleasure of meeting. How come we instantly knew that we are who we are? Weird... ^_^ We have shared a lot together, stories of nasty professors (Since we're from the same school, and ironically, the same course too... how weird is that?) and tales of outlandish (?) endeavours that never failed to make me feel as if I'm part of your life already. Steff is someone who is stable (Even though she digresses) enough to lean on. Someone responsible and downright dependable... someone solid enough to watch your back. Steff, hang in there, you're gonna be the best in your field! ^_^ I'm glad I met you.

PS: Steffie-mon... Wahehehe... that is uber-cute!