Stimulus

Surrouding my own controversies is a huge deal. And I mean literally, like hands out in front, guard the deck, that sort of deal. Most would not know what I'm talk of, but if you really pay close attention, you can decipher this message:

"Irrelevencies in life must all come to close; they must first tread upon the
lives they sought to claim. But, they will not prevail. Inconsistencies
must crack in order to discover, in order to assemble knowledge passed down from
generation to generation. Burdens lie heavily upon the backs of their victims,
they destroy all weak minds in their paths, and only the strong climb through
the torrent with an enhanced mind and heart, but feeble body. Look to something
greater for the wisdom you desire, but look to iniquity for the easy solutions
you require. Nothing will be given you directly; everything must come to you by
giving something first. I tell you, give your soul, but choose wisely who you
give it to."

Listen to what I say!

Listen deeply and you will know...

All will soon be answered.

I know, that sounds really cryptic, but this is supposed to stimulate your brain cells. Think deeply about this, and then e-mail me at chelisawonders@gmail.com.

A Conversation With YOU

God,

Things have been going on endlessly. I can't help the feeling that my life is going to stay the same way, boring and non-developing in a time of need or crisis. Everybody needs a little excitement in their lives, right? Am I the exception? I've learned to deal with doing the same things over and over, but, by doing that, I've somewhat isolated myself from the rest of the world. I don't know what it is, but people have been annoying me more and more lately. I talked to my mom last night, and obviously you know this, and I told her that I thought myself better off alone, and yet I was lonely. I heard it from her that I don't deserve to be alone, nor am I better off that way, but it's difficult for me to believe that when this is the way it's been for months now. I know their are things that I have to do, and things that I should do, or at least consider, but these things have gotten in the way of everything I really feel. Is it possible to go through the motions and become numb, almost as if you wish to not feel anything at all? Because I believe that's how I've been sometimes. I'll look outside, and I'll become so absorbed in the smallest things, for example, a bird pecking away at the ground and then flying up into a tree, and I won't do a thing more. A couple weeks ago I was outside, trying to think of something that would be interesting. I sat down on the ground, right in the middle of a grassy car drive to a bee farm, and I noticed a small ant trying to tug a large ant away. It was struggling for the longest amount of time, jut pulling, getting back on its hind legs on a blade of grass, and trying to pry loose the ant from what it was attached to. It was amusing.
I guess I learned something from that; even what may seem small and insignificant, is actually very important, and can entertain. It made me think of my own problems. When I've pushed them aside and felt like they were non-important matters, that's when I was trying to please someone else, and fix their issues instead of my own. And last night, when I was watching that movie, getting absorbed in it for the umpteenth time, I suddenly started thinking over my life, and what it meant to me. And that's when everything just kind of clicked; the puzzle pieces were connected, and I understood that you do love me, and you have been here for me all along, I've just been too blind to notice. Thank you for that. I need to learn to let go of the anger I'm holding inside, and also to get rid of the selfishness, and bad ways that don't lead me to the path You're on. God, I ask that You help me, and guide me. Let me come to You once again, and let our bonds be stronger this time around. Help me find the courage to live my life with happiness and to loosen the holds of sadness and depression, for only You are capable of this, Lord. Have me find the strength to share my struggles and gains to the world, to show an example of where You can get someone in life. I ask this of You, Jesus, and in Your name I pray,
Amen.

I was speaking to God. For all who think this is strange, and different for you, email me at chelisawonders@gmail.com. I can explain to you all of God's powers, and there I can also build my courage and strength, to let people know of my faith.

-Chelisa

Here's something that I did a little while ago. I didn't really think about putting it on my blog. It's another video collection of some photography pictures I've taken. I think they're quite good, and that's a good thing to have (confidence) for youe pieces of work.

The River Runs Wide

I've been doing okay in my life. Things haven't been the greatest, but I'm striving on making them better, and getting my priorities straight. It's been a while since I've written on this blog. I have a different one on Wordpress, and it seems that I'm neglecting it a bit, too. Okay, I want to start off with some verses that I have highlighted in my Bible. I'm reading the Bible for my Bible studies in church. But instead of reading just the whole Bible from the first page to the last, the church has arranged them for daily readings like this: "01 Genesis 1:1-2:25, Matthew 1:1-2:12, Psalm 1:1-6, Proverbs 1:1-6." And that was for the first day of reading, January first. For anyone who reads the Bible, and who is a Christian, like myself, I'll see if I can photo copy my papers and put them on here. Because, let me tell you, it is much easier to read the Bible using these alterations. It makes it more manageable and it's more motivating. Here are the readings:



You can use these scanned pages or go to www.oneyearbibleonline.com

Chelisa

Here is my playlist!

EDIT: I've added some new songs to the playlist, so now you can enjoy more!

Okay, well, here is my playlist (which I will be adding much more songs to, once I get them), and I will add it to the actual site in a bit...but, for now it's on a post!




Chelisa

~Check This Out~

Brenden trying to catch snow flakes FUNNY!


Check this video out! The laughing in the background is (at first) me, then my dad joins in. Trust me, you'll be able to figure out which is which. This video is from a looooong time ago, so...there is not snow today. Soooorry!

Chelisa

Technology a Force for Good: Con

Recently in my English class, everyone got their thoughts in on a debate on whether they think technology is a force for good or not. I was on the opposing side.

Well, unlucky for the opposing side, their were only about six people on it, and the rest of the class was on the defending side (and this is a class of, let's say, 30 people). So, I kind of figured that all hope was lost for me and my teammates. I am usually not a very outspoken person, well, at least not in school, and so for me to get all argumentative on this debate was great (hey, I rhymed)!!! I got really worked up because it was a very powerful subject, even if their wasn't a whole lot to come up with, I still had my reasonings!

And, so, the debate was over in the class, but a person from my team named Mackenzie went on LitTrek (which is something all the Sophomore English teachers came up with; think social network for English) and started a forum called Technology is NOT a Force for Good which was/is for all the opposing members to state their opinions and why they are against technology (and we're not really AGAINST technology, just DEVELOPING technology).

But, then some loudmouthed, rude and pushy guy comes in who is on the other side. And I'm like "Exscuse me..." Yes, he was rude, because he came on our teams side and started bashing our ideas! Here's what he lamely said:

"we would all be living pretty awful lives without technology you cant even
live without a myspace or a phone with texting SO QUIT COMPLAINING! YOU'D STILL BE WEARING LEAVES FOR CLOTHES IF IT WASNT FOR MANKINDS BRILLIANCE!!"

Here is Mackenzie's reply to him:

"Obviously you havent fully read this discussion. I am talking about the technology in the future, NOT what we have now or have had. Life as we know it is pretty good but everyone survived just fine (probably better on a more personal and relationship level) before there was technology that consumed our lives. And FYI I live just fine without myspace and a phone. People have learned and continue to learn to enjoy nature and their families/friends."

And him after that:

"In the future we will cure the worlds most horrible diseases. you dont want to get cancer you dont like being sick nobody does and peole suffer everyday and scientists are working and inventing new ways to fight it all, stop that and we will die out, yes the human body may adapt and build immunities but new diseases form. and FYI technology has been around FOREVER we have always had around technology its what brought the worlds greatest architechtual achievments to life and is also why you things like the computer or the football and other sports items, but the point is mankind could not have survived through the eons without technology or its advancements"

And me:

"Technology is good to a point, and I think this is where we were getting when this original discussion started in Ms. Cummin's class. It's not that this side (which is the opposing side) is totally against technology, because, yes, we do need it for research for medical development, and yes, it does help with things that make it possible for everyone to live a civilized and productive life, but if it progresses at the rate we know it's going to progress, then what's going to happen to human interaction, or what life was made for, to enjoy it without any unneccisary aid? Like I said in Ms. Cummins class, I am a bit afraid of what will happen to the world when technology becomes the first thing you turn to, or when it takes over things that we could do very simply by ourselves. And besides, this economy is already in enough trouble. We don't need to add on to it by coming up with new technology "that could change the country" because it could cost us more than we are offering."

And him AGAIN:

"What was life made for, because i obviously do not know, and afraid to turn to technology? There not AI, machines cant become that complex or sophisticated to think on their own its just sci-fi, we must operate them or turn them on for them to do anything. We fight wars on our own and we lose thousands of lives everytime. Why not have machines programmed to fight for us. No human casualties for us or the enemy if they choose to do the same. Do me a favor if you have comcast go to the science channel 272 on saturday at 6 and watch 2057. Just do that and then respond."

Ande me AGAIN (a battle in the process):

"I'm not saying that these things wouldn't be useful, because, yes, they would. And I didn't really say that there were going to be machines that could think for themselves and control their own actions. I was just stating my opinion. I honestly believe that we won't get that far. I just believe that people who come up with new technology are trying to flaunt their ideas and prove what a "genius" they are. Sometimes new inventions don't really help out life, they're just for profits and looks. I don't know that much to say anymore, really, because this subject could go on forever, with everyone battling."

And him again AGAIN:

"well of course people who come up with something new will flaunt their ideas. Theres compitition and they all what to be remembered for something great"

There was more I wanted to say on my last one...when he was talking about machines taking over for the soldiers that are dying in the current war. It's ludicrous! We are already spending millions to billions of dollars on the war, and he's talking about building machines that will take over for the soldiers.

1. I would just stop all war; peace, man.
2. That would cost more millions to billions of dollars for just inventing them.
3. And then when they all get destroyed because they are not "advanced" enough this nation will be in so much debt it's not funny.

I don't know if he was talking about this being in the future or now, but let me just state that we are on the verge of the next depression. Hello!

There's only one more thing I would say if this guy were here, "What an ass-monkey...seriously."

Chelisa

Now Hear This

EDIT: Okay, I have just finished the second one, which is the song Iris by the Goo Goo Dolls. Now, the thing is, it's not really the sound I'm talking about, it's the lyrics. Because I thought that the "Iris" lyrics fit really well with Twilight. And just so you know, these videos took some determination. Even if they are just pictures. I had to re-use some of the pictures on the second one from the first one, because I couldn't find anymore really, but, personally, I think that the second one is better than the first, and my brother agrees. Here:



Here is one of the songs on my pole (it is a very new song, only a couple days since it released). Decode by Paramore (the song is going to be on the soundtrack and in the movie). I made the video that goes to this song, so I would guess that credit goes to me. Here it is:

Chelisa

Funny Video!

I am putting a funny video down at the bottom of the page since it won't fit on this post. It is pretty funny...maybe I should put another one too. I'll put another one on later.

Seeya!

Chelisa

Say Hello!

EDIT: Our new puppy is a full bred mini Maltese. She is 11 weeks old, even though she looks to be somewhat older in this picture. I am contemplating whether she is really a she or not (and if she is not, we might have some troubles coming up with the "perfect" name again).

Say hello to our new puppy, Sophia "Sophie" Vellani. She is sooooo cute! Don't you think? E-mail me telling me whether you think she's cute or not!!! Awwww!!!

It's not the best picture, because it doesn't show all of her cuteness, but it's the only one I have so far.

Thanks!

Chelisa