Portal 1 Ending Rant

Hey there everyone! I have just finished the first of the two Portal games. However, I found that it didn't have as big of an impact on me as the second one did. The ending wasn't as liberating and profound as the second one. It just didn't get the point across. I feel that since they didn't really support the ending with cinematic music it took away from the ambiance of the ending. The cake wasn't presented in a way that felt like I accomplished something. You know what I mean? Well, it just didn't feel the same. However, the length of the first game surprised me. It was very short, if I didn't take breaks I could have finished the game in one sitting. That's okay I guess, I was still satisfied by the first game though. No complaints there. I felt that the blood affects were a bit much. It certainly added to the creepiness of the scenario of the "hunted down test subject" and I'm all for a bit of realism, I was just surprised by seeing it for the first time. The second one didn't use blood when Chell got shot. All in all, it was a humble beginning to the ever growing popular game Portal 2. I love it and it deserves all the awards there are. So overall in the game of Portal 1, and yes I know I'm all over the place but I just have too much to say to structure this paragraph so you are getting a sort of conversation with the real me :-), I loved what they did. However, I don't really know where the producers of a short trailer for the movie got the idea of ninjas. (?) They made it also seem like there were people in the Aperture laboratories. There were no people, the place was deserted. That's another thing about the first game. Why were there no people? Did the turrets take over the world yet or is that not until the second game? I have no idea!!!!! Well anyway, I'm super excited about these games. I wish I was Chell and a test subject. In a way its a but scary to be in her situation but I just want to feel like her and actually hold a real portal gun!!! Eeeek! I know its so cool! (super nerd here) How do you feel? Please tell me, I want to know. Tell me there are people out there who feel the same as me! I am just so in love with this game. I want to be Chell! (I wont go that far of course) But I have the aperture top and orange pants. My friend is getting the Portal gun, he is a totally cool geek like me, and I have a ton of jewelry like friendship cube earrings and turret necklaces. So this concludes a crazy post of my Portal discussion. Tune in later for my next rant on how great this game is!!!!

Portal 2

Hey everyone! I have great news...about a new game! Well its not new, but it is on this blog. I adore Portal 2, I am a die-hard fan and no one can tell you otherwise. I love it. There it is. I don't know why, I just do. I am now starting a conversation about the game plus Portal 1 (once I finish playing it :-P) So keep posted and talk to you all soon!

Samorst 1 & 2.

Samorost 1&2, a scene from the game.

Hello everybody! I have just finished Samorost 1 and 2. Samorost 1 is a lot shorter than I expected. It only has six levels. Anyway, they are totally worth playing. They are a bit weird if you don't like that kind of artwork. I liked it a lot especially because of the animation and art. I just can't get enough of it! I like how it is so unique. I am unique and out of the ordinary. I most likely will like what no one else likes. That's what sets me apart from everyone else and that's what sets this game apart from every other game out there. So give it a try if you have not yet done so and tell others about. It is a game worth playing. Don't forget to go check out the other games that they have on their web site. Have fun and be OUT OF THE ORDINARY!

Skateboarding!

Hey everyone. I have just taken up skateboarding and hope to be able to successfully street skateboard by the first day of school. I had a lesson with a professional skater who is helping me achieve my goal. It isn't easy as can be but it isn't as hard as learning another language. So far I can coast and i am currently reviewing how to turn by constantly "popping" the front of my board so that I can make sharp turns. This takes time but I am confident that i will be able to learn the basics of skateboarding by my next lesson at the near beginning of the school year. :-)


FYI  If you know that you will like skateboarding don't buy a Walmart skateboard like I did! It is terrible and actually makes learning it harder and may even discourage you because you may think that it is you. Hey, I get frustrated a lot, but when I had that lesson, and I used my teachers skateboard, it was noticeable different. So don't worry, try things out and don't get discouraged.

Neat fact:
 If you push off with your left foot. Its considered a trick. (can't remember the name ) I naturally push off with my left foot. It is actually rare for a person to do that. I'm not sure why but it is. So if you do that, just know that you are unique in one more way. :-)

Samorost 1&2

Samorost 1 and 2 is made by Amanita Design

Hey everyone! I told you about Amanita Design games and two out of the 4 major ones are Samorost 1&2. I tried playing Samorost 1 and I  have to admit that it is really weird but I like that kind of thing so it may not be for everyone. However there is a problem with it. If you quit the game, it restarts all over again. I was playing it but then someone else had to do something on my computer that involved the sound. The game doesn't have a settings button to adjust anything in the game. So I quit it and it went to the beginning. Samorost 1 is one of the earlier games that Amatia Design made. So it may have a few glitches. However I did start Samorost 2 and it was going well but when I got to level 2 I couldn't solve it but I had clicked everything that was clickable! Maybe there is a specific combination of things that you need to click but it should allow you to go back and retry without having to restart.

Samorost 2 shows you which level you are on by giving you a pass code. you need to jot it down as soon as you can because the only other way to get those codes is to go on the Internet. I don't know what you will think about these games but try them out and comment on them. I would love to hear what you think about this amazing Inde game developer! 

Machinarium By Amanita Design

I have just finished this amazing game called Machinarium. It is a full length point-and-click game. Its chock full of puzzles. It is hard and you need the hint book a lot but it is totally worth the time. I love the graphics and I especially love the  music. I may even buy a couple songs from the creator. :-) It may look like a depressing game, but that is what makes it so appealing. I personally love the rusted, broken look of the city and robots. It leaves a lot of mystery to the game. I would recommend this game to anyone and everyone. Also take a look at their blogs. They have two other games that I will be trying out soon as well. Also take a look at this website for the music. The music is amazing, definitely my kind of music. http://store.floex.cz/album/machinarium-soundtrack  They have many smaller games but one has been nominated for the European Games Awards 2012, Botanicula. I'm going to try this game for sure. Its just like Machinarium except the theme isn't about robots, its about plants. This game also supports wildlife foundations. For example, this game has helped save the habitats of the Tapir. An animal found in Ecuador. I highly recommend this game, and tell lots of your friends about this game and it's developers. So, check out their website and look around! :-) http://amanita-design.net/index.html 

Tapir   
[tey-per, tuh-peer](dictionary.com)
Click the speaker button to hear the pronunciation.
(found from Dictionary.com)


























(And yes they do exist! I thought that myself too but they are real.......not Photoshop! :-)

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What does this title mean? I don't know. Do you?  One great talent that artists have is to think outside the box. When an artist looks at something that seems unappealing or boring to a regular person, they see something totally different. They see art, stories, photos and maybe even a sculpture. Now look at this picture and think deeply about it. What I mean is look at the lines, the colour and shape and try to get a feeling from it. Don't just see with your eyes, feel the picture with your eyes. Try it out:


                                     












Now what feeling did you get? Do you get a flowing, rhythmic feeling? You can make anything from everything. This is a great exercise. Try this out with another painting or picture. If you are more receptive to flow and feeling rather than just lines and boxes, you not only get more out of a picture you also get great inspiration for artwork of your own. 

Dear Vera,

Hey everyone!

I have been asked a very thoughtful question regarding friends. I know exactly how you feel, I too have a hard time finding friends at school. I thought I found the perfect friends as well, but a few members of the group have proven hard to deal with and a few a bit mean or unkind. However, you cannot expect to be treated a certain way unless you treat them a certain way. I try to treat my friends as best as I can but when they cross the line, I don't hang out with them. You need to draw the line at some point. When a friend or even a group of friends prove unworthy of you kind friendship, don't hang on. They don't deserve a nice friend of they aren't nice friends back. That's how it goes. There is so much difficulty when it comes to friends.

For more help on friends, comment.

With Honesty,

   Jello-Vera

Dear Vera,

Hello, I apologize dearly for not answering you sooner. I am so happy to have someone answering my posts!

What do you do with a cat that is too hyper?

Well find the source of it.

-Why is the cat hyper?

-Is it a medical condition?

If the cat is young it is very normal for a vibrant kitten to want to jump off the walls. For example, when I got Earl he was only a few month old but as jittery as a bouncy ball! (:-P) He couldn't stop running around! Well, I trained him to walk around outside. That mostly got rid of the excess energy. That could help your cat as well. 

If your cat is not young or a newborn, and may be older, try calming it. An older cat that has a heart that is always on edge could result in severe medical heart conditions. 

Is your cat constantly "spooked" for fun or by some unknown reason?

If so find out the cause immediately. Scarring a cat too often could also result in a very unpleasant and sad way.  

All in all, if your cat doesnt suffer from any health related conditions and is as healthy as can be, don't worry. I think it is jkust a natural phase of a kitten's life!

:-)

Until Next Time,

      Jello-Vera

New Column!

Welcome one and all. I have started a new column that is devoted to helping people with their problems that are related to make-up, pets, animals, fashion tips, art ideas and so on. What you need is what I will provide. Just tell me your problem in the comment section of any post of mine that you read. You can refer to me as, "Dear Vera". They will be listed publicly in the Dear Vera post collection. :-) No fret, you can talk to me! 

100th

Hello and welcome to my 100th post on my entire blog!!!! Yay! I know, I've reached a new high in blogging today folks. I have reached a goal that I have had. I reached 100 views (thanks to you, I thank you personally) and those views have exploded to a heart-warming 3000-4000 over the course of 2-3 years in the making of this blog. :-) Thank you and I want you to help me reach another goal of mine....

100 COMMENTS! 

Thank you and have a wonderful year.

2012! The End of The World!

Well, it is finally 2012. The year the world ends. Do you want to know the truth about 2012? Visit these reputable sites: http://www.watchtower.org/e/t19/article_01.htm http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_03.htm    (Courtesy of the official Watchtower Society of Jehovah's Witnesses website that is free to view)

Now I a not trying to scare you, I am just answering questions that many people wonder about today. You should be happy that another year has come. Enjoy life. Enjoy it even more this year, and every year to come. Each year, every person has grown in knowledge, in age, and in life. That should be congratulated and embraced throughout the whole year. Give yourself a pat on the back for growing and for completing a whole year of life.

Psychological Manipulation

What do these words mean? They simply mean confusing the brain to think that something is there but that thing actually isn't, sort of like a mirage. The reason why I am bringing up this topic is because a neighboring blog, Torc's Citron GT Concept, has the "Worlds Hardest Game". I think that it is actually psychological because in actual fact the game isn't that hard. It is as hard as any other game that you may encounter. Except it has one thing that makes sure you don't complete it. The game says that it is way too hard and should not even be attempted. That triggers in your brain a thought that you don't recognize. That thought actually prevents you from thinking that it is an easy game and thus the reason why people may never be able to complete it. I may be wrong but that is my sentiment. You are more than welcome to share your thoughts on any subject (that is appropriate for multiple age groups) and I will be ready and willing to have a discussion about it.

Letter from the Editor: Winter Break of 2011

                                                                                    Dear readers,

Eat, sleep, relax and be lazy!

Well it is winter break as of 12:00 a.m. tonight! Aren't you excited? I am. Plus, it will be 2012 very soon! Yippi! I'm happy. You should be too. Anyway. Relax, eat, sleep and be lazy until January. :-) Love you all!

Love,

   Jello-vera

Adoption of Orphaned Animals

Hello and welcome to AEC Smarter Economics. I was just watching a commercial for adopting animals. I agree that every homeless animal should have a family to belong to. So, I have a job for my viewers. Thats includes you of course. I want every animal in the pounds to be adopted. Tell one and all to adopt an animal that is in need in your area. Animals deserve homes too. Please give a pet a home. Thanks.

Herbook

This is the very first post about herbs! Aren't you happy? I am. Any way, today I am talking about the herb mint.

This picture in particular is 'balm-mint'. Mint is used for many things. For example, I use mint in tea all the time. Mint helps cleanse the digestive system in the body. Mint is also, just good for you. :-)

Mint is used in food as well. It gives freshness to a dish. It is best served as a garnish on salads, cakes and decorative drinks.

Mint is great all by itself. Just gently rub the surface of the leaf and bring it to your nose and sniff it. It really feels fresh in your nose. It can be quite relaxing too.

If you have something to add to this post or have any questions concerning herbs, just ask me in the commenting section and I will answer you in a jiffy! :-)



Balm-mint ❣

Letter From The Editer

Dear readers,

 Hello, I know that I have been pretty relaxed with the tea-pedia but I have begun a new page along with it. I am starting an "herbook". It is a herb dictionary. I will discuss different types of herbs. It will be quite good, so keep in formed and tell lots of people about AEC Smarter Economics!

Sincerely,
   Jello-Vera

Letter from The Editor

Dear Viewers,

Ahhh! The sparkling snow! How lovely it is. Yes, I know there is hardly any snow on the ground but when it does come for short periods it can be quite beautiful. I just cant wait for the winter break! I know a whole bunch of people at school who just cant wait for  the winter break. I have a proposition for you, my viewers, I am running a very special winter break marathon of posts that could be any topic. I am calling it the "2011 eBreak"! It is the very first "eBrake" of its kind. It will be held only  on this blog, Jello-Vera's blog! Come on, be enthusiastic about it. It will be great!!!!!!!!! Stay tuned and join our annual eBreak! Remember, a different post every day, don't miss it!

Yours Most Excited,

        Jello-Vera!!!!!!

Letter From The Editor

Dear Readers,

Hey! Sorry for not updating the blog. I am really happy to see people still looking at my blog! :-) I have had many comments about my pictures. Thank you for loving them! I really appreciate how people enjoy the art of others. Anyway, the tea-pedia is coming on a bit slow and may not be open until maybe the winter break of 2011, and the same with my foreign affairs article. Anyway, stay tuned and I will bring sparks of joy and wonder to this blog. Just wait and see!

Love,

   Jello-Vera

Welcome one and all!

Letter from the Editor,

    Dear readers, I know how much the world loves tea, so I have decided to make a whole page dedicated to types of tasteful tea and all the interesting facts about it! I haven't started yet, but I will get you lots of info! Just wanted to update you and good day!


Yours most thirsty,

  Jello-Vera