2012

You know what absolutely stuns me? How gullible we are. People will believe the most outrageous things, no matter how much evidence there is to the contrary, and yet refuse place an ounce of credibility among simple, logical statements, with overwhelming proof. It doesn't make any sense! For example, let's talk about 2012. This is very controversial topic, and I'd like to stress to my reader(s) that even if we disagree, I respect your beliefs, and if you would like to comment or email me to express them, please feel welcomed to do so. Now, however, I would like to express mine. There is plenty of evidence against the world ending on December 21, 2012. There is Biblical evidence, scientific evidence, and historical evidence. Since I am a Christian, I think we should start with the Biblical evidence. Here's a verse that talks about Jesus' return to Earth. Matthew 24:36 says: "No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father." (NIV). Alright. While that may be sufficient proof for the 2.1 billion Christians in the world, but what about the 1.1 billion atheists? Which brings us to our second area of proof, scientific. I will not bore you with the loads of scientific evidence that says that we will all still be here in 2013 and years to come. Although, if one is interested, this information is readily available on Google. I think it should suffice to say that if there were indeed a serious threat, scientists would have discovered it long before now and would begin trying to prevent it. Finally, historical evidence. Most of 2012 believers base their evidence on the Mayan long count calender's end. They claim that the end of this final cycle marks the end of the world. I say, "Grab a history book and a brain!" While they are correct of the calender's end, and that it symbolizes the end of an age, many of them are not actually familiar with Mayan culture. The Maya were a deeply spiritual people. Likely, this means not a literal physical end time, but instead a cultural new beginning, or rebirth. I am getting very off topic. Anyway, with all this evidence against 2012, you'd be amazed at just how many people believe in it. Come on! It's utterly scary how so many people can believe in this, and yet there are still people out there who claim that the holocaust never happened. How can a person believe in something that there is virtually no evidence for, yet in the same breath deny the existence of something that we know for a definite fact occurred. Wanna know something scarier? There are literally hundreds, if not thousands of 2012 survival groups out there. These are groups of people who are prepared to start a new civilization over from scratch. A daunting task, which prepares for an event that may not ever even happen, and is extraordinarily far fetched. Meanwhile, smoke detectors are easy to install, inexpensive to buy, and prepare you for an event that occurs 117 MILLION times a year. Yet, no one prepares for house fires. :(

The Great Snow Day Debate

Alright. Now, we all assume that kids love snow days. Actually, there's about a 48/48 split, with 2% indifferent or undecided. Some kids oppose snow days because you have to make them up, which takes off time from summer break. Others adore the snow. At this time on fancy blogs, they would present two expert opinions. Well, here at the Mishap Chronicles, we can't afford that. But, we turn now to our unexpert noncorrespondant, Moonlight, with his opinion as to why snow days just don't measure up! Hi, Moonlight. Mind telling us why you hate snow.
"Sure. You see, snow is terribly inconvenient for the adults. And, it extends the school year by a few days. We'd much rather be on summer break going on vacation and hanging out with our friends.Besides, most of us don't even play in the snow. It's waaay too cold!"
And now, for a counter opinion, we turn to Marshmallow, who's here to tell us why she thinks snow days are the greatest thing since hot cocoa!
"Thank you, Jessie. Now, my opponent, Moonlight, expressed the major concern of many students that summer vacation would be delayed. However, as many kids will inform you, summer vacation always gets boring after the first few weeks. Winter is near a change in semesters, and is a very stressful, strenuous time for students. We need a break. However, the last days of school are mostly wasted on busy work. And, one other important thing. You can only see snow in winter. Not during summer break."
Right. Well, domo arigato to both of you. Ciao! Now, if you want to see more about this issue go to http://vampyreangelprincess.glogster.com/snow-day-debate/ to see an online poster with the two sides and much much more! Also, tell me how you feel about snow days and why! Either email, or comment. The best answers will be featured in my next blog, and win a special prize!