WOW! That was not what I expecting. At first I was thinking - oh here we go again. Another bash of what my generation is coming to be. Another negative video and then BAMMM, she reversed it. I had to pause for a minute to make sure that nothing changed. The wording was still the same forwards and backwards.
I am speechless. A little caught off guard. I watched it 3 times to make sure I got the message. Not only did this change my point of view, but showed me how EASY it is to do the opposite on a flip. Literally, she was negative, and then flip, she was positive and reversing the text. It was Genius! By going positive, she then reversed the message, which then reverses the outcome.
And that's what change is, its finding the positive. Reversing the negative, and thus reversing the outcome. I absolutely enjoyed it.
It was visually simple. Easily comprehendable.
I felt the same way she did. Yes, right now I am working. Yes, right now it is important. But if there was something going on in my family - not even a question, I would be there. Once I start my own family, I will have saved enough that I can and will put them first. I do like a quick fix, but sometimes that quick fix, lets me do something more important that is positive. I still know what patience is. I still enjoy the journey of getting somewhere, just sometimes want it to be a fast, short one. I don't think we are lost, i think we are looking at things from all angles before making a move. Weighing in the options, learning from others mistakes. Taking our time. We are getting married later, we are having kids later - we are looking at the more permanent. I think, we will have a less divorce rate, yet we will be more independent. We are a more stimulated generation. Technology did that. Constantly moving, changing, deciding.
I am environmentally conscious, and I truly believe that my generation is going that way. Look at friends for change. Look at the research. We are being forced to reverse the effects of our ancestors, and we will. I believe in people, and I believe that they are good. I believe in my generation, most importantly I believe in myself.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
This too shall pass
Brough back some memories:
mouse trap
soccer
loved the flags - I was in color guard
dominoes
plinko
I wonder how many tv screens they busted or if its video editing. is this all one take, or many takes edited to perfections. Didnt care fort the music much, wasnt even sure what was being said. Not familiar with the group at alll, but their creativity level is phenominal. It was entertaining. Something positive, easy to watch compared to the last couple of videos we have seen.
I liked that it all started with one domino - and that one domino made alot of incredible, visually effective events happen. I am sure that was no accident - getting the point across that one person can cause a domino effect, effecting all those around them.
Probably wouldnt watch it again, but found it interesting.
mouse trap
soccer
loved the flags - I was in color guard
dominoes
plinko
I wonder how many tv screens they busted or if its video editing. is this all one take, or many takes edited to perfections. Didnt care fort the music much, wasnt even sure what was being said. Not familiar with the group at alll, but their creativity level is phenominal. It was entertaining. Something positive, easy to watch compared to the last couple of videos we have seen.
I liked that it all started with one domino - and that one domino made alot of incredible, visually effective events happen. I am sure that was no accident - getting the point across that one person can cause a domino effect, effecting all those around them.
Probably wouldnt watch it again, but found it interesting.
Mac VS PC
As I was enjoying the commercials with Justin Long - I am so over this mac vs pc business. I have used both, mac was good when I was photo editing, but I use pc because it is what I learned to use and I am comfortable with it.
The ONLY reason I would make an argument is if I needed a system to do a certain job, especially if my income depended on it. I have seen and read many arguments, and looked at the pros and cons of each system. In the end, its just a marketing technique. Mac and PC want to battle - they want it to be forever on the minds of consumers. The more you "hear" of something, the more inclined you are to consider a purchase. The more commercials, the more publicity, the greater the desire. You get a celebrity on TV, such as youthful icon Justin Long and you just sold a Mac to every fan. It's smart, because consumers do not even realize they are joining the debate. They do not realize they are the targets, joke is on them. Not a very good joke, as both products are dependable and can be pricey.
My boyfriend is now a Mac fanatic, and yet he has NEVER owned a mac or even used one aside from the occasional click at the apple store. Every time a mac is on TV - whether it be a commercial or an actor using one, he pokes me saying -" look - look - APPPPLE!" I don't have the heart to show him the very short leash he has just been put on. Now, he doesn't even have to say anything, he just pokes me. I don't even bother to look up or acknowledge it anymore - I get the message.
I own an ipod, and yet I use a dell. Both compatible with each other. I have had very few issues with my dell and I imagine there are issue with apple - although, most mac users refuse to admit it.
To the video - I am a very big transformer fan. I was absolutely impressed with the graphics, and thought the plot to be entertaining. Did it sell me to dump my dell and buy a Mac - absolutely not.
Do I believe one is better than the other, no and I wont bother to waste my time playing the "his horse is bigger" game. Apple is a brand, just like a pair jeans. Some fit better on others. Some are faithful to what they have always known. Some do not care. Some like to show off new styles, stay with the trends. Me. I am comfortable. Like a good sleek look, the brand doesn't matter much. For right now, I need to get the jobs done. When I can take the time to explore a new fit, I am sure, if my boyfriend has anything to do with it - I will have access to both systems.
I use a PC. Does not MAKE me a PC. Makes me a consumer who chose a brand, is loyal to the brand and is happy with the brand.
The ONLY reason I would make an argument is if I needed a system to do a certain job, especially if my income depended on it. I have seen and read many arguments, and looked at the pros and cons of each system. In the end, its just a marketing technique. Mac and PC want to battle - they want it to be forever on the minds of consumers. The more you "hear" of something, the more inclined you are to consider a purchase. The more commercials, the more publicity, the greater the desire. You get a celebrity on TV, such as youthful icon Justin Long and you just sold a Mac to every fan. It's smart, because consumers do not even realize they are joining the debate. They do not realize they are the targets, joke is on them. Not a very good joke, as both products are dependable and can be pricey.
My boyfriend is now a Mac fanatic, and yet he has NEVER owned a mac or even used one aside from the occasional click at the apple store. Every time a mac is on TV - whether it be a commercial or an actor using one, he pokes me saying -" look - look - APPPPLE!" I don't have the heart to show him the very short leash he has just been put on. Now, he doesn't even have to say anything, he just pokes me. I don't even bother to look up or acknowledge it anymore - I get the message.
I own an ipod, and yet I use a dell. Both compatible with each other. I have had very few issues with my dell and I imagine there are issue with apple - although, most mac users refuse to admit it.
To the video - I am a very big transformer fan. I was absolutely impressed with the graphics, and thought the plot to be entertaining. Did it sell me to dump my dell and buy a Mac - absolutely not.
Do I believe one is better than the other, no and I wont bother to waste my time playing the "his horse is bigger" game. Apple is a brand, just like a pair jeans. Some fit better on others. Some are faithful to what they have always known. Some do not care. Some like to show off new styles, stay with the trends. Me. I am comfortable. Like a good sleek look, the brand doesn't matter much. For right now, I need to get the jobs done. When I can take the time to explore a new fit, I am sure, if my boyfriend has anything to do with it - I will have access to both systems.
I use a PC. Does not MAKE me a PC. Makes me a consumer who chose a brand, is loyal to the brand and is happy with the brand.
Stand by Me
What a refreshing video to watch shortly after watching the slavery video that still sits on my heart. I still cannot get over the video I watched, looked into the eyes of those children.
This song did bring me some hope. I re-enforced prayer. Music is so powerful, and music has always been something dear to my heart. My mother sings in worship every morning as she pours her coffee in the kitchen. I sing as I sit in traffic, looking for songs to fit my mood or put me in a better place as I try to find patience behind the wheel.
I played this over and over just to hear real people sing a moving, inspiring song that I have known since I was a child. I do not have much to say about this post - I am moved and want to enjoy the peace of my heart for the evening.
This song did bring me some hope. I re-enforced prayer. Music is so powerful, and music has always been something dear to my heart. My mother sings in worship every morning as she pours her coffee in the kitchen. I sing as I sit in traffic, looking for songs to fit my mood or put me in a better place as I try to find patience behind the wheel.
I played this over and over just to hear real people sing a moving, inspiring song that I have known since I was a child. I do not have much to say about this post - I am moved and want to enjoy the peace of my heart for the evening.
Restaveks
anger. 16 kids? really? you were a "slave" and you remember what it was like - and you didnt get any better. did you rise above the family or do better? NO - and yet you are comfortable doing this to your kids?? The mothers looked relieved as they were pointing to the children that they were handing off to slavery. They are a burden, not wanted. The poor kids have no idea what awaits them. You can see it on their face that they dont understand. They have no feelings, they think its normal. They sing of suffering - 8 year olds singing of suffering????? They should barely know the definition of the word, let along have an understanding beyond their years. They should be exploring. Learning. Enjoying their youth. What lazy, irresponsible parents!! - A mother says- "I dont work, i depend on them to work" What does she do? I did not see a handicap, no physical disability. Overall she looked healthy.
This clip really made me mad and at the same time it hardened my heart. For a few moments I did not feel any remorse for those parents. I was angry at them for dumping these children for the world to take care of. Not taking responsibility. Not using protection to prevent pregnancy. They were out for their own satisfaction in their sexual ways, and let nature run its course - knowing they can dispose of the children. Most of those children will grow to be adults, who will then either do exactly what their parents are doing or try to flee the country. Most likely make an attempt to the states with the possibility of losing their life on the dangerous journey. Then what - they will not only be a burden to their parents, but now will be a burden to the economy of the United States and thus the world.
Watching this made my problems disappear. I was ashamed complaining about my computer malfunctioning and having to wait a few hours to get it fixed. What I deal with every day is nothing of what these kids have to go through. Sad part is, no one is there to pity them. No one is there to hold their hands, or console them when their body hurts from working. No one is going to be there when they get older to prevent the same happening to their children.
Where does the chain end and who is responsible to stop it? That for me is the most difficult question to answer. Is it our responsibility to help them, do we take on the burden by adopting these children and spending money, time and resources on education proper parenting techniques?
The Christian in me says, no question about it - absolutely you help.
But the human in me, the human that gets up every morning to get to work, do my homework, take care of those dependent on me and pay the bills - says - No, you cannot help. They made their bed, they sleep in it. They need to take responsibility for their own country. Their own actions. This is their culture, who am I to say how they run it? Who am I to say there's a right and wrong to parenting? Who am I to say they can have 16 kids?
And then I find myself asking, what about those Haitians that live in the United States. Those lucky enough to get out - do they look back? Do they try to help? Are they teaching right and wrong to the younger generations? I would like to say yes, but I know a few of them. And they haven't even looked back to their country. They go out with every intention of never looking back. They cut all communication with their family, and only recently made an attempt to contact them because of the disaster this spring.
Thats another thing - what happened during that devastating earthquake in the spring of 2010? The country was in a bad shape when this video was shot in 2007 - those 8 year olds are now 11, which means most of them are now at child bearing age, assuming they are healthy enough. It wont be long before they are already having chidlren, and with them being so young and not knowing any better - the cycle begins.
I am unfortunately torn between my christian self and my selfish self. I want to help, but I also intend on living my life. I work hard so that I can enjoy things in life - - what does that say about me? I know i will never be able to cure the world - I do help when and where I can. The rest I will not dwell on, but I can pray.
This clip really made me mad and at the same time it hardened my heart. For a few moments I did not feel any remorse for those parents. I was angry at them for dumping these children for the world to take care of. Not taking responsibility. Not using protection to prevent pregnancy. They were out for their own satisfaction in their sexual ways, and let nature run its course - knowing they can dispose of the children. Most of those children will grow to be adults, who will then either do exactly what their parents are doing or try to flee the country. Most likely make an attempt to the states with the possibility of losing their life on the dangerous journey. Then what - they will not only be a burden to their parents, but now will be a burden to the economy of the United States and thus the world.
Watching this made my problems disappear. I was ashamed complaining about my computer malfunctioning and having to wait a few hours to get it fixed. What I deal with every day is nothing of what these kids have to go through. Sad part is, no one is there to pity them. No one is there to hold their hands, or console them when their body hurts from working. No one is going to be there when they get older to prevent the same happening to their children.
Where does the chain end and who is responsible to stop it? That for me is the most difficult question to answer. Is it our responsibility to help them, do we take on the burden by adopting these children and spending money, time and resources on education proper parenting techniques?
The Christian in me says, no question about it - absolutely you help.
But the human in me, the human that gets up every morning to get to work, do my homework, take care of those dependent on me and pay the bills - says - No, you cannot help. They made their bed, they sleep in it. They need to take responsibility for their own country. Their own actions. This is their culture, who am I to say how they run it? Who am I to say there's a right and wrong to parenting? Who am I to say they can have 16 kids?
And then I find myself asking, what about those Haitians that live in the United States. Those lucky enough to get out - do they look back? Do they try to help? Are they teaching right and wrong to the younger generations? I would like to say yes, but I know a few of them. And they haven't even looked back to their country. They go out with every intention of never looking back. They cut all communication with their family, and only recently made an attempt to contact them because of the disaster this spring.
Thats another thing - what happened during that devastating earthquake in the spring of 2010? The country was in a bad shape when this video was shot in 2007 - those 8 year olds are now 11, which means most of them are now at child bearing age, assuming they are healthy enough. It wont be long before they are already having chidlren, and with them being so young and not knowing any better - the cycle begins.
I am unfortunately torn between my christian self and my selfish self. I want to help, but I also intend on living my life. I work hard so that I can enjoy things in life - - what does that say about me? I know i will never be able to cure the world - I do help when and where I can. The rest I will not dwell on, but I can pray.
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