It is with growing sadness and horror I read the statistics on the loss suffered by the people of Myanmar.
Please donate to an organization of your choice; one you believe is legitimate, and not self-serving, earmarking the money for Myanmar relief.
The devastation there is unbearable, yet the people will try to do the best they can to go on with their lives.
Such is the human spirit.
Please think of these people as you go about the business of your everyday life, and send a heartfelt wish to what ever you believe in, for the wellbeing of the survivors.
Thank you.
Ann
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Friday, May 02, 2008
Thursday, May 01, 2008
And the winner is...
Photo # 2, with 45 votes.
The runner up in 2nd. place is photo #1 with 24 votes.
Click images to enlarge.
Total results:
There were 96 votes cast.
Photo #1-24
Photo #2-45
Photo #3-6
Photo #4-5
Photo #5-15
None-1
Thank you for voting. The winning photo will be posted at the Oh Ji Ho International Fan Club site as Photo Of The Month for May 2008.
The runner up in 2nd. place is photo #1 with 24 votes.
Click images to enlarge.
Total results:
There were 96 votes cast.
Photo #1-24
Photo #2-45
Photo #3-6
Photo #4-5
Photo #5-15
None-1
Thank you for voting. The winning photo will be posted at the Oh Ji Ho International Fan Club site as Photo Of The Month for May 2008.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Your Favorite Photos "Elegance"
A NEW POLL!
Special Notes April 23,2008:
Remember, this Poll is about ELEGANCE, not to be confused with sexy. You can change your vote as long as the poll is running. Sexy comes later. :-)
You can easily see results by clicking "Show results" right under the poll. I have no control over color or format so you also need to left click, and run your pointer over the highlighted areas. You can then see the results of your votes clearly (somewhat).
Your opinions are valuable to me. I hope you enjoy these polls, because they speak for you.
Select your favorite picture from these, and vote for it in the new poll (right side of screen).
The winning photo will be featured on the front page of the "Oh Ji Ho International Fan Club" site on May 1, 2008.
This group is based on Oh Ji Ho's ability to display "Elegance".
Thanks for your vote!
Click images to enlarge.
Special Notes April 23,2008:
Remember, this Poll is about ELEGANCE, not to be confused with sexy. You can change your vote as long as the poll is running. Sexy comes later. :-)
You can easily see results by clicking "Show results" right under the poll. I have no control over color or format so you also need to left click, and run your pointer over the highlighted areas. You can then see the results of your votes clearly (somewhat).
Your opinions are valuable to me. I hope you enjoy these polls, because they speak for you.
Select your favorite picture from these, and vote for it in the new poll (right side of screen).
The winning photo will be featured on the front page of the "Oh Ji Ho International Fan Club" site on May 1, 2008.
This group is based on Oh Ji Ho's ability to display "Elegance".
Thanks for your vote!
Click images to enlarge.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
This interesting bit from "B"
"His birthday, which is on April 14, is also called "Black Day" in Korea. On this day, single people eat "jjajang myeon" or black bean sauce noodles :-)"
Thank you B. Always in your debt. :-)
Thank you B. Always in your debt. :-)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZIO!
The time in Seoul is approximately 1:20 am on Monday, April 14,2008. It's officially your birthday.
From your friends all over the world. HAVE A GREAT DAY!
We all wish you many more in joy and health, and we ALSO wish you success in all your ventures. We are always with you in our support and in our hearts.
Friday, April 04, 2008
Catching up a bit...
The mailing address for Oh Ji Ho's birthday cards and any other notes or cards is:
오지호 - Mr. Oh Ji Ho
STAR EMPIRE ENTERTAINMENT
376-28 Hapjeong-dong Mapo-gu
Seoul – Republic of Korea 121-884
Thanks for your participation in the poll. The results were 99 votes. 99 YES! Way to go!
New stuff to enjoy with your morning tea or coffee:
April Fool's Day came and went, but didn't leave quietly. Oh Ji Ho's Cyworld blog contained a message directing fans to a different address for the purpose of sending cards and gifts.
It appears possible Oh Ji Ho did not write this message himself, since as Linda pointed out, it wasn't signed "Zio" at the bottom of the post. HOWEVER, I know he's funny, and if he did post it there, his sense of humor is alive and well.
The post was first brought to my attention by Linda, who spends a lot of time digging around, and is a great source of info.
I owe thanks to "B" for letting me know it was a joke, before her little son pushed her off her chair to get her away from the computer, thereby cutting her letter off. Thanks much B, you're a national treasure.
Finally kirra12ppil, who has been extremely dedicated to promoting Single Papa through her great efforts, told me more regarding the text of the mystery message. It goes as follows.
QUOTE:
"because I'm too far (or unable) to pick up the presents at Star Empire from Zionism, please send them here."
He gave the address in Korean, then he wrote,
"if you don't write Korean, this will do', then gave the address in English.
END QUOTE
The address appears to have something to do with adult entertainment. (If that idea offends you, read the above with your eyes closed.)
As if all that were not enough, the pranks continued into the late hours, with a phone call to the producer of "Papa" stating Oh Ji Ho had collapsed on the set from exhaustion. The producer raced to the hospital where the scene was being filmed, to find everyone laughing it up. Got You! April Fool!
I don't know about you, but all this woke me up. I laughed all day on the 2nd. I love it when things go slightly crazy. A little bit of madness is good for the soul.
Meanwhile, Linda continued to dig like a Terrier, and came up with this prize. A touch of backstage. Thanks Lin, as always.
Click image to enlarge.
That's it for the moment.
Love and kisses,
Hyacinth
오지호 - Mr. Oh Ji Ho
STAR EMPIRE ENTERTAINMENT
376-28 Hapjeong-dong Mapo-gu
Seoul – Republic of Korea 121-884
Thanks for your participation in the poll. The results were 99 votes. 99 YES! Way to go!
New stuff to enjoy with your morning tea or coffee:
April Fool's Day came and went, but didn't leave quietly. Oh Ji Ho's Cyworld blog contained a message directing fans to a different address for the purpose of sending cards and gifts.
It appears possible Oh Ji Ho did not write this message himself, since as Linda pointed out, it wasn't signed "Zio" at the bottom of the post. HOWEVER, I know he's funny, and if he did post it there, his sense of humor is alive and well.
The post was first brought to my attention by Linda, who spends a lot of time digging around, and is a great source of info.
I owe thanks to "B" for letting me know it was a joke, before her little son pushed her off her chair to get her away from the computer, thereby cutting her letter off. Thanks much B, you're a national treasure.
Finally kirra12ppil, who has been extremely dedicated to promoting Single Papa through her great efforts, told me more regarding the text of the mystery message. It goes as follows.
QUOTE:
"because I'm too far (or unable) to pick up the presents at Star Empire from Zionism, please send them here."
He gave the address in Korean, then he wrote,
"if you don't write Korean, this will do', then gave the address in English.
END QUOTE
The address appears to have something to do with adult entertainment. (If that idea offends you, read the above with your eyes closed.)
As if all that were not enough, the pranks continued into the late hours, with a phone call to the producer of "Papa" stating Oh Ji Ho had collapsed on the set from exhaustion. The producer raced to the hospital where the scene was being filmed, to find everyone laughing it up. Got You! April Fool!
I don't know about you, but all this woke me up. I laughed all day on the 2nd. I love it when things go slightly crazy. A little bit of madness is good for the soul.
Meanwhile, Linda continued to dig like a Terrier, and came up with this prize. A touch of backstage. Thanks Lin, as always.
Click image to enlarge.
That's it for the moment.
Love and kisses,
Hyacinth
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
SEND YOUR MAIL.
Ladies and gentlemen,
I suspect the information I got this morning was not correct.
Star Empire is a very respected and stable company with an excellent record of responsibility. Therefore, I am going to tell you now, to send your cards to the address below. They will definitely reach Oh Ji Ho.
I'm very sorry for all this confusion, and to have upset you, if I did.
Today is April Fool day, and it is possible there was a hoax or joke being played.
This message is not a joke. This address is the one I have used for over a year to send cards to Oh Ji Ho. They have always gotten to him.
So feel comfortable about it, and do send your mail.
Again, I apologize for any confusion I may have caused. Don't worry. I am sometimes over cautious and too careful. I always want verification about anything I post here. That is why I pulled the address down earlier.
오지호 - Mr. Oh Ji Ho
STAR EMPIRE ENTERTAINMENT
376-28 Hapjeong-dong Mapo-gu
Seoul – Republic of Korea 121-884
Thank you very much for sending him your birthday greetings. I know he will be happy because you thought of him.
Regards,
Hyacinth
I suspect the information I got this morning was not correct.
Star Empire is a very respected and stable company with an excellent record of responsibility. Therefore, I am going to tell you now, to send your cards to the address below. They will definitely reach Oh Ji Ho.
I'm very sorry for all this confusion, and to have upset you, if I did.
Today is April Fool day, and it is possible there was a hoax or joke being played.
This message is not a joke. This address is the one I have used for over a year to send cards to Oh Ji Ho. They have always gotten to him.
So feel comfortable about it, and do send your mail.
Again, I apologize for any confusion I may have caused. Don't worry. I am sometimes over cautious and too careful. I always want verification about anything I post here. That is why I pulled the address down earlier.
오지호 - Mr. Oh Ji Ho
STAR EMPIRE ENTERTAINMENT
376-28 Hapjeong-dong Mapo-gu
Seoul – Republic of Korea 121-884
Thank you very much for sending him your birthday greetings. I know he will be happy because you thought of him.
Regards,
Hyacinth
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Oh Ji Ho's Birthday is April 14th
Would you like to send Oh Ji Ho a birthday card?
Please put your answer up at the new poll on the right side of the page.
If enough people say yes, I will post an address for him here.
If no address is posted on April 2, 2008, I will consider the interest too low and will not post it. You will be able to make a request through my contact button in my profile if you wish, and I will send it to you privately..
Happy Easter Everyone!
Hyacinth
Please put your answer up at the new poll on the right side of the page.
If enough people say yes, I will post an address for him here.
If no address is posted on April 2, 2008, I will consider the interest too low and will not post it. You will be able to make a request through my contact button in my profile if you wish, and I will send it to you privately..
Happy Easter Everyone!
Hyacinth
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Friday, March 14, 2008
Oh Ji Ho Visits Seoul National University Hospital
Many thanks to Linda A. for this English translated (AT LAST! FINALLY) KBS article and the photos following the text. Gold Star work Lin!
Oh Ji Ho and and Ahn Do-gyu Visit Seoul National University Hospital
Actors Oh Ji-ho and Ahn Do-gyu, who play father and son, respectively, on the KBS 2TV Mon/Tues drama "Single Dad in Love," regularly meet children with rare illnesses.
On March 11th, Oh Ji-ho visited the children's wing at Seoul National University Hospital where he met 3-year old Ha-neul, who has never been out of the hospital due to a congenital illness called 'tufting enteropathy.' Tufting enteropathy sometimes causes irreversible intestinal failure and prevents patients from absorbing and digesting their food. There are only three people in Korea with this rare disease.
Oh Ji-ho was originally at the hospital for the filming of the the March 15th broadcast of "Love's Request" (KBS 1TV). He stayed in the children's wing long after the shoot was over, making helium-filled balloons for the children and consoling their guardians.
In "Single Dad in Love," Oh Ji-ho plays a character who goes to any length to ensure the care of his son recently diagnosed with a brain tumor.
KBS Global Entertainment News
Original Article
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Oh Ji Ho and and Ahn Do-gyu Visit Seoul National University Hospital
Actors Oh Ji-ho and Ahn Do-gyu, who play father and son, respectively, on the KBS 2TV Mon/Tues drama "Single Dad in Love," regularly meet children with rare illnesses.
On March 11th, Oh Ji-ho visited the children's wing at Seoul National University Hospital where he met 3-year old Ha-neul, who has never been out of the hospital due to a congenital illness called 'tufting enteropathy.' Tufting enteropathy sometimes causes irreversible intestinal failure and prevents patients from absorbing and digesting their food. There are only three people in Korea with this rare disease.
Oh Ji-ho was originally at the hospital for the filming of the the March 15th broadcast of "Love's Request" (KBS 1TV). He stayed in the children's wing long after the shoot was over, making helium-filled balloons for the children and consoling their guardians.
In "Single Dad in Love," Oh Ji-ho plays a character who goes to any length to ensure the care of his son recently diagnosed with a brain tumor.
KBS Global Entertainment News
Original Article
Click images to enlarge.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Words from Linda
This is from Linda. I got it this morning:
"Single Papa is still suffering from low ratings the public is missing out.
I really feel for him, still I believe he will be nominated based on the content and his performance.
Ann - If this had been positioned right it would be a great accomplishment for his career.
We both know he needs a hit series and this was it.
I don't know what will happen after this is over unless there is a change in viewing."
END OF QUOTE
Linda and I are women of adult age. We are far from being air-headed little girls with a crush on an actor. We've both had experience with the entertainment field, but from different angles and positions.
We both understood instantly what the ratings in Korea will do to any program aired there. Low ratings decrease the chances of sponsorship radically. (Sponsorship is EVERYTHING. TV is all about money. That's the ugly, shallow truth.)
Without sponsorship, a program stands a chance of cancellation before it ends. In the case of KBS, this probably won't happen.
BUT, this site is for and about Oh Ji Ho, and our specific concern regards his career and the hit it may take due to the disastrous scheduling of this program. We are also sensitive to the effects on the entire cast, writer, director, etc. Everyone involved suffers from the fallout generated by low ratings.
And that, ladies and gentlemen, sums it up very neatly. That is precisely why I am urging you to write to KBS.
It doesn't matter if you're in Singapore, London, Calgary, or tha Bronx. You don't have to be in Korea to care. You understand the situation. You have been reading about it here.
If you are a "fan" or supporter of Oh Ji Ho's, WRITE and express yourself about how you feel. Stony, injured silence only works in movies. This is real life. Start howling.
Mr. Jung Yun-joo
KBS
18 Yoido-dong Youngdungpo-gu Seoul 150-790, Korea
Some photos Linda sent with her letter will be added to this post shortly. While you're waiting, WRITE.
Click Images to enlarge.
"Single Papa is still suffering from low ratings the public is missing out.
I really feel for him, still I believe he will be nominated based on the content and his performance.
Ann - If this had been positioned right it would be a great accomplishment for his career.
We both know he needs a hit series and this was it.
I don't know what will happen after this is over unless there is a change in viewing."
END OF QUOTE
Linda and I are women of adult age. We are far from being air-headed little girls with a crush on an actor. We've both had experience with the entertainment field, but from different angles and positions.
We both understood instantly what the ratings in Korea will do to any program aired there. Low ratings decrease the chances of sponsorship radically. (Sponsorship is EVERYTHING. TV is all about money. That's the ugly, shallow truth.)
Without sponsorship, a program stands a chance of cancellation before it ends. In the case of KBS, this probably won't happen.
BUT, this site is for and about Oh Ji Ho, and our specific concern regards his career and the hit it may take due to the disastrous scheduling of this program. We are also sensitive to the effects on the entire cast, writer, director, etc. Everyone involved suffers from the fallout generated by low ratings.
And that, ladies and gentlemen, sums it up very neatly. That is precisely why I am urging you to write to KBS.
It doesn't matter if you're in Singapore, London, Calgary, or tha Bronx. You don't have to be in Korea to care. You understand the situation. You have been reading about it here.
If you are a "fan" or supporter of Oh Ji Ho's, WRITE and express yourself about how you feel. Stony, injured silence only works in movies. This is real life. Start howling.
Mr. Jung Yun-joo
KBS
18 Yoido-dong Youngdungpo-gu Seoul 150-790, Korea
Some photos Linda sent with her letter will be added to this post shortly. While you're waiting, WRITE.
Click Images to enlarge.
Thursday, March 06, 2008
Don't think it can't happen...
You can make a difference.
Tell them you don't like the terrible time slot Single Papa is stuck in.
Mr. Jung Yun Joo
KBS
18 Yoido-dong Youngdungpo-gu Seoul 150-790, Korea
Wednesday, March 05, 2008
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Korean heart-throb visited by Nippon fans
This comes to us from A. Ho., our Hong Kong reporter, and faithful observer. Many thanks for a great job as always. :-)
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Korean heart-throb visited by Nippon fans
Singtao Daily, Hong Kong, March 3, 2008
Over twenty fans of Oh Ji Ho flew to Seoul from Japan recently. They went to Oh’s agency and left him some gifts and letters written by his fans. On the following day, they visited Oh on location while he was making ‘Single Papa in Love’. Oh was so impressed that he patiently autographed for them one by one and took photos with the Japanese fans.
Oh Ji Ho shot to fame in Japan after ‘Fantasy Couple’ and ‘Get Karl! Oh Soo Jung’ had been shown on local channels. Oh’s agency indicated that they would seriously consider promoting Oh in Japan after he finished ‘Single Papa in Love’. Oh is also loved by Taiwan’s audiences. When he was on a promotional tour to Taiwan last May for ‘Fantasy Couple’, he received very warm welcome from the fans and media.
(translated and adapted from an article in Singtao Daily, Hong Kong, dated 3 March, 2008)
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Korean heart-throb visited by Nippon fans
Singtao Daily, Hong Kong, March 3, 2008
Over twenty fans of Oh Ji Ho flew to Seoul from Japan recently. They went to Oh’s agency and left him some gifts and letters written by his fans. On the following day, they visited Oh on location while he was making ‘Single Papa in Love’. Oh was so impressed that he patiently autographed for them one by one and took photos with the Japanese fans.
Oh Ji Ho shot to fame in Japan after ‘Fantasy Couple’ and ‘Get Karl! Oh Soo Jung’ had been shown on local channels. Oh’s agency indicated that they would seriously consider promoting Oh in Japan after he finished ‘Single Papa in Love’. Oh is also loved by Taiwan’s audiences. When he was on a promotional tour to Taiwan last May for ‘Fantasy Couple’, he received very warm welcome from the fans and media.
(translated and adapted from an article in Singtao Daily, Hong Kong, dated 3 March, 2008)
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