Friday, March 29, 2013

Timeless Classic.

           When you hear Harry Potter, Lord of The Rings, Les Miserables, Star Wars, and Pride and Prejudice, what do you think of? Most people would agree that these are classics. So what makes something “classic”? More specifically, what makes a book a classic? A classic is something memorable that pretty much anyone can relate to at any given point in time and the truths that it teaches are timeless.
                One book that I consider to be a classic is Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird. Many schools across the United States are dropping this book from their curriculum for more “modern” literature. When I heard this I just stood there in shock for a moment contemplating. I asked myself, “How people could consider taking this “classic” piece of literature out of schools?” The book may not be “modern”, but just like the sky remains blue no matter how much time passes, the values this novel teaches and the impact it can have on your life stands relevant for any time period. It’s because it deals with problems and challenges everyone is constantly facing. It shows the true, sometimes ugly, side of human nature we all can relate to. No matter how much time passes, human nature doesn’t change.
Scout, the main character of the novel, teaches us that sometimes only the innocence of a child can see the truth. She says, “ Nah, Jem, I think there’s just one kind of folks. Folks.” She is able to break off from society’s perspective and realize that we are all equal human beings- not groups of people separated by race, skin color, or culture. When Tome Robinson, a black man accused of rape who is innocent, is sentenced and killed just because of his skin color, Scout understands the saying, “Mockingbirds don't do one thing but make music for us to enjoy. That's why it's a sin to kill a mockingbird.” She sees the cruelty and injustice that is shown towards Tom Robinson, a symbol of the “Mockingbird” in the novel.
 
Each page of the novel leads Scout into a deeper level of moral conscience. By the end of the book, Scout realizes that someone she doesn’t understand, the book’s recluse- Boo Radley, is a person of compassion and worthy of love. At the end when Boo saves her and Jem from Bob Ewell, who tries to kill them, Scout discards society’s assumptions and sees Boo for who he really is. At the end she says, “he was real nice…” and Atticus, her wise father replies, “ Most people are, Scout, when you finally see them.” Scout realizes that someone she does not understand, her neighbor Boo Radley, is a person of compassion and worthy of love.
 
  
 
   
This book is definitely one of my favorite reading assignments for school I have ever had. Not only was the story very interesting and fun to read, but the lessons about the importance of family, forgiveness, not judging, and equality are priceless.
The lessons on justice and equality from the 1960’s still apply now in the 21st century. They are etched into my heart and mind , and I encourage all schools to allow their students to experience the same unforgettable journey of reading To Kill a Mockingbird. You won’t regret it.
(That’s a promise.)
 
 
 
 
 

Friday, March 15, 2013

Working Moms and a More than just a Pope.

"Poll: More working moms say full-time work ideal for them; economy at play"

Click Here:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/poll-more-working-moms-say-full-time-work-ideal-for-them-economy-at-play/2013/03/13/4b7db852-8c39-11e2-adca-74ab31da3399_story.html


    
I am 17 years old and I have been raised in a single parent home since I was 12.Is it difficult emotionally, mentally, and financially? Of course, it's extremely hard! But does that mean that my mom should be working full time to support us? In my opinion, my answer is a resounding no! Why? Although having a higher income would make life significantly easier, I don't believe it would necessarily make the quality of life at home better. My mother works part time because she has to pay the bills but we have to make enormous sacrifices so that she is able to only work part time. We have to live without many of life's luxuries, but it is a price we are willing to pay because no amount of money can replace the nurturing presence of a mother in a home. Although there are certain times when it is necessary for a mother to work, I believe it is our duty as women to ensure that we put our children's needs before financial needs.
 










"The Church Is More Than The Pope."
Click Here:
http://www.latimes.com/news/opinion/commentary/la-oe-new-cole-next-pope-20130312,0,1339463.story#tugs_story_display


I definitely agree that the church is way more than just the Pope. Like the article states, “Christians believe that it is God who ultimately guides worldly affairs, a claim the secular media simply dismiss.” Is it just the pope that Catholics believe in? No. They believe that God is superior and he guides and leads the Pope to do what is right for the church. The media should not be so concerned on whether or not the Pope will lead the church to prosperity or disaster, because it is ultimately the people’s personal standing with God that will determine that.  We should be more concerned how the individual people of the church will lead the church not just one man- the Pope.


 
 
 


 

Sunday, March 10, 2013

Need a Pep Talk? Smile.. Because You're Awesome!




This boy seriously is the cutest, most awesome, funny, positive, all around awesome boy I have ever seen. If you think nothing can cheer you up.. think again.
Watch..
         .....Laugh....
                      .....Laugh some more... Smile..

                                                     Replay.... :)
                   
       Mr. Kid President,
           
  Thank you for reminding us that there's always a reason to be happy... and DANCE.

 

Click Here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-gQLqv9f4o
 

Friday, March 8, 2013

Modern Day Issues

"Suicide, With No Warning"

Click Here: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/03/10/sunday-review/suicide-with-no-warning.html?pagewanted=all

 
Why do suicides happen? There are many different contributing factors involved in suicides. The main concern should not be with “what” weapon the suicide was committed, but for what reason. The article states, “Up to 50 percent of people who attempt suicide make the decision to do so within minutes to an hour before they act, “
They may have made the decision to take their lives minutes before, but are we naïve enough to believe that someone would wake up perfectly fine one morning and minutes later take their own life?  When I think of a suicide I don’t just think of a single time event? No, it makes me contemplate what could have been going on in the person’s life or head long before they attempted ending their life.
 I again want to emphasize the importance of solving the mystery of suicide and fix the underlying problem. Instead of trying to regulate guns and weapons for the purpose of stopping suicides, we as a nation need to discover solve societal problems and strive to figure out the underlying reason behind suicide and do everything we can to prevent this rising epidemic in our country. 
 

 
"Bill Clinton Urges Supreme Court to Overturn Gay Marriage Law He Signed"

Click Here:_http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/on-faith/bill-clinton-urges-supreme-court-to-overturn-gay-marriage-law-he-signed/2013/03/08/76beb5e6-880d-11e2-b412-2e8596e7c927_allComments.html?ctab=all_&



"It's Time To Overthrow DOMA"

Click Here: http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/bill-clinton-its-time-to-overturn-doma/2013/03/07/fc184408-8747-11e2-98a3-b3db6b9ac586_allComments.html?ctab=all_&
 
 
Clinton States, “I signed the Defense of Marriage Act. Although that was only 17 years ago, it was a very different time.”  Do true principles change over time? Does the sky remain constantly blue or does it depend on its surroundings to determine its color? Just like the sky is and always will be blue, the passing or vetoing of laws will not change the definition of marriage. We may try and re-write what marriage is but it will not change in God’s eyes.
 “On March 27, DOMA will come before the Supreme Court, and the justices must decide whether it is consistent with the principles of a nation that honors freedom, equality and justice above all, and is therefore constitutional.”
We are a nation that believes in equality, but we also need to stand for what is right. This is a key crossroad in America today that can determine our fate forever. What choice will we make? We need to respect and love everyone, but that does not mean that we should endorse wrong behavior. Times may change but right and truth will never change.
 
 
 

 

Friday, March 1, 2013

Simply "Moi." -excuse my limited french. ;)




Elisa Huhem
            Punctually casual, enthusiastic, short, determined
      Sisters: the lovely Camilla and Natasha Huhem. Brother: the unique, one and only Christopher Huhem
Love for God, sleep, and sunshine.
Who feels like taking a nap, going on a lovely adventure, and feels that the Black eyed Peas got a feeling. Who needs Lady Gaga to find some decent clothes, Justin beieber to learn how to sing, and Utah to figure out that it's ok to have spring and summer anytime soon.
Who fears failure, sharks, and the bottom of the ice-cream tub.
 Who gives free hugs, love, and lots of smiles.
Who would like to see the wonders of Greece again, Gondolas in Italy, and peace in the world. 
Who lives in Uath, in a house,in a simple little valley.
Who lives  under my bed? Who knows?
But that doesnt stop the girl under the covers from resting her dark messy locks on her pillow drifting into the land of dreams and possibility.
This girl dreams of all the things she can and will accomplish with God as her partner.
Sincerely,
Huhem

In a Nutshell...

Know to be true-

Nutella is truly life's apology for peanut butter.

 Ice-cream is the sustenance (thank you Thor)  to help you get over any stumbling block on the road of life.
Nothing beats the feeling of going to sleep-with the overwhelming sense of peace- when you don't have to mess with the evil buttons on your alarm clock.
Benjamin's cake can cure any kind of life's sicknesses.
Homework is the number ONE serial killer in the world. (Ok, maybe not, but it is in my perspective.)
My life would be nothing without the Church of Jesus Chrsit of Latter-day Saints.
I wouldn't be the person I am today without my spectacular, marvelous, angelic Madre and darling sisters.
I have the most amazing, supportive, friends. Thank you guys. Your'e the best.(Chandler on the other hand... haha)
I literally have THE BEST luck in the WHOLE ENTIRE WORLD!- with Police-  cough cough  especially speedingtickets. :/
I-phones have a new policy- If their phone screens don't crack then you got the wrong phone. Forget
Y.O.L.O it's Y.O.D.O. (You Only Drop Once)


Can't live without
My family is my everything.
Life has no purpose without goals.
Traveling the world is my ultimate joy in life.
My water bottle sticks to me like glue.
Stuff. For some reason stuff tends to float around me constantly. I'm always carrying basically everything. ( Anyone want to buy me a small, portable suitcase? Much appreciated.)
Jesus Christ, God, and the Holy Ghost (the gospel) are my anchors in life.
The gospel is the source of all truth and eternal happiness.
Zumba, because who doesn't like to dance and exercise at the same time? :)
Exercise is my way of releasing life's overloading amounts of stress.
Sleep. No one can survive without it, and I seem to need a very high extra dose of it on a constant basis.

                                                             
Should've learned by now
How to whistle.
Time doesn't stop for you.
Sleep is always essential.
Life is about enjoying the journey, don't get caught up on just the destination.
How to play an instrument- piano
How to read music notes.                                      
Life wasn't meant to be easy, just worth it.
Persistence+Failure= Success.
Recipe or Caferio's Grilled Chicken salad and their sauce.
Not to eat right before you work out. (Bad mistake I've made way to many times.)

                                                    

Greatest fears
One word- Sharks!
Forgetting important things.
Running out of ice-cream.
Being Kidnapped. Yikes, Nicer term- Surprise Adoption.
Blue, red, and white flashing lights. So pretty, NOT! Due to past experience: driving, police
and little slips of paper. (tickets)
Airplane crashes
Getting stuck in an elevator. ( Talk about scary and oh so awkward.)
Failing the ACT.
Homework.
Time.

                                                          



Things that make me happy
Peace of mind and heart.
The simplicity in a sunset.
A child's laugh.
SLEEPING.
A great, funny, or inspiring movie.
My Family.
Young Women's
Talking.
Anything and everything Christmas. Yes, Christmas music is allowed any and every time.
Smiles, giving them and receiving them back.
Any kind of arrangement of fresh veggies and fruits.


                                                         

Places to go before I die
Reminiscing on the sandy beaches in Santorini, Greece.
Eating unbelievably delicious gelato in Italy while riding down Venice in a gondola.
Serving God's children any where in the world. -India, Africa, South America, or anywhere.
Hawaii. Yes, definitely need to go to Hawaii again before this girl is ready to die.
Skydive or Zip line somewhere exotic like in the Amazon.
Shopping in New York city.
Visit Mercedes and Sunny in Asia, Hong Kong and China.
Guatemala to visit one of my Bestie Chico friends- Calvin Kelly and his adorable family.
California, Fiji, Tonga.
Australia. (Seriously just to hear their accent.)

                                       

Friday, February 22, 2013

Wally-World's Best Kept Secret.


Did you know that Wal-Mart does have anything you need- including the cure for boredom!!! I know that’s crazy right?? Well listen up because I am about to expose that secret right here- RIGHT NOW.


The Cheapest yet Fun cure for Boredom? No need to fear. Wally-World shall come to the  rescue!




Keep Reading for “How to entertain yourself and others at Wal-Mart- The fun, cheap, and easy way to have fun.”
*This is not a joke. I am being dead serious. Before Judging go try them out for yourself!



Things You Will Need:

Hmm… This list will vary depending on your level of bravery and adventure. After you read through my lovely list of things to do you can choose the things that you will need, but I will start with a basic list:


-Yourself
-Your Imagination

-A camera (If you want)
-And any props you might want.

-Money (because after all if all else fails you can always buy something there). Because who goes to buy things at Wal-Mart right?


Why Hello. Let’s begin with my all-time favorite Wally-World experience- (Drum Roll Please…..) Playing Hide and Go Seek in Wal-Mart! Definitely the thrill of a lifetime. Don’t worry playing with your imaginary friend if no one else is available is fine too.


Me, Benjamin Weyland, Chey, and Jiho Lee Hiding like bosses. CLASSIC.



Off We Go.






And The Adventure Begins.....






  1. Drape a blanket around your shoulders and run around saying, "I'm Batman. Come Robin, to the Batcave."
  2. Hide in a clothing rack and when people browse through, say "PICK ME! PICK ME!"
  3. Planking- Classic.

  4. Why Hello. :) Smile. Say Cheese.

  5.  Walk up to an employee and say, "Can I help you?" and then ask to get a picture with them acting as if they’re Liam Hemsworth! (or a celebrity of your choice, but you can never go wrong with Liam Hemsworth…or Jack Sparrow. Haha)
  6. Throw a bouncy ball down an isle and yell, "Go Pikachu Go"
  7. Go into a fitting room, shut the door and wait a while and then yell loudly "There's no toilet paper in here!
  8. Walk up to complete strangers and say, “Hi! I haven’t seen you in so long!…” etc. See if they play along to avoid embarrassmen.
  9. Ride a display bicycle through the store; claim you’re taking it for a “test drive.”






  10. Follow people through the aisles, always staying about five feet away. Continue to do this until they leave the aisle. If you are a brave soul you can continue to be a creeper and follow them until they leave the store. Good Luck!
  11. Randomly throw things over into neighboring aisles. (Remember to check before throwing and be smart. No bowling balls allowed!)
  12. When someone asks if you need help, begin to cry and ask, “Why won’t you people just leave me alone?”
  13. Make up nonsense products and ask newly hired employees if there are any in stock, i.e., “Do you have any Shnerples here?” “ya, Shnerples! Wow can’t believe it! Who do you think you are.? Sigh and walk off while saying, “why do they never have them?    

  14. Hold indoor shopping cart races.
  15. Dart around suspiciously while humming the theme from “Mission: Impossible.”
  16. Two words: “Marco Polo.”
  17. Leave Cheerios in the Lawn and Garden section, pillows in the pet food aisle, etc.
  18. “Re-alphabetize” the CD’s in Electronics. (Scratch this! Ain’t anybody got time for this!)
  19. When an announcement comes over the loudspeaker, assume the fetal position and scream, “No, no! It’s those voices again!”


  20. 
    Don't Ask...
    

    Yes. They're Professional Models. Obviously.

    

    




  21. Try putting different pairs of women’s panties on your head and walk around the store casually
  22. Nonchalantly “test” the brushes and combs in Cosmetics.
  23. Picking Our Noses say Whaa???
  24. When two or three people are walking ahead of you, run between them, yelling, “Red Rover!”                                            
  25. Look right into the security camera, and use it as a mirror while you pick your nose.
  26. Get a stuffed animal and go to the front of the store and begin stroking it lovingly, saying “Good girl, good bessie.”
  27. Crawl around on the ground and pretend that you’re a cat. Meow when people walk by; rub up against their legs, etc.
  28. Ride around on those electric cars and pretend that you’re a proper old English Man. Say things like “Cheerio, good man.” to people who walk by. And don’t forget to have perfect posture.
  29. Excessively use anything thing that says “Try Me”.
  30. Draw mustaches on all the pictures and mannequins.
  31. Walk up to the customer service and when they say “Hello, how may I help you?” say “Yes, I’ll have a Quarter Pounder with cheese, one strawberry shake, a large order of french fries and a diet coke.” And when they start to talk, say “Oh, to go”. Then when they say that they can’t give it to you say “Oh, This is because I’m short (for me or anything you may be. Haha) isn’t it? I’d expect this from Macey’s or Target, but not Wal-Mart. People who are _______ (fill in the blank) are just like everyone else you know. You disgust me” Then walk away mumbling to yourself.
  32. Start “dancing” like mad. Basically, just wail your arms and legs around like you’re having some kind of massive seizure.
  33. Act like your about to cry and ask people “Have you seen my mommy?”
Bet you didn’t know Wal-mart could be so exciting right? Well life is what you make of it. We are all children at heart so in reality with the right attitude you can have fun anywhere, but Wal-Mart is the perfect place to have an adventure. Definitely something you need to experience at least once, if not multiple times, in your lifetime.






But remember if you are bored the best thing to do is serve right. So can Wal-Mart still serve for that purpose? Of course it can! There are so many ways to serve people at Wal-Mart, but I’d like to share the one we decided to do. In the end the best thing you can do at Wal-Mart is serve your dear mom (who you love with all your heart- like I do) and go shopping for her and get groceries. She will love it! I promise. Moms in general are really busy. My mom is especially busy because she is a single mother raising a bunch of crazy kids- especially me. So going shopping for her really saves her some precious time and energy.


So shopping for her is exactly what we did.  (After we had a little fun trying some things out of course.)






And so we all served my Madre and got the groceries for the week. Serving cures boredom and depression. We were so happy, tired, with a smidge of crazy. (Hence the Picture.) Yes we Shop in Style.





With Three carts because that is how we roll.



And that was our lovely, serving, fun, crazy, simply marvelous trip to Wal-Mart. One of many adventures we have experienced in the land of Wally-World. I’m sure that there are many more in the near future, but for now that is all.








Besides serving my mom and helping her out my new favorite thing we did was....PLANKING. haha and yes I am a first timer.





Ouch.. Definitley Starting to Hurt!


If you have any questions or anymore genius ideas of what to do at Wal-Mart feel free to comment.

GOOD LUCK. BE SAFE. HAVE SMART FUN. DON’T BE STUPID.

(These are just suggestions- You cannot hold me accountable for anything that happens.)

THE END