My opinion on Taylor Swift vs Kimye

Taylor Swift as you know has been in a lot of hot water lately. Actually it is understandable because for 7 years this girl has been a hate target. One thing I love about this girl is she always gets back up. I just don't know how she does it because I hurt for her. honestly, I do not think that people know what human is. They do not realize what a mistake is. People do not understand that referring to someone as a B*tch is very hurtful. If  you're in the public eye it's okay for people to treat you any kind of way. Let's say she did lie, fibbed, the truth a little bit. She paid the price, she got called out on it, and she gave her explanation. This whole situation should be over and done with.


But, just because the Kardashians say so it isn't??? Why??

I just don't understand it, how a family like the Kardashians have a right to keep dragging something out. They say the are defending their family. They say they are just bringing out the "snake." They say they have a right to do this because "America's sweetheart" isn't so sweet and people should know. What gives them a right to defend their family and Taylor's friends can not defend her? Who gave them that responsibility? God???

As we get older we handle ourselves differently but it seems like the older the Kardashians get the more attention they want. Right now America is going through so much but they only care about themselves and their publicity. Everything you do should be with grace and love. Music should be the synonym for grace and love. Artist make music for their fans. You should never refer to anyone as a B*tch or any other derogatory word. If Kimye thinks they are ruining Taylor's career let them. Taylors fans stand by her because her music has always stood by them. If you think putting someone down is cool then go right ahead and do it. First Lady Michelle Obama said, "When they go low, we go high." I don't think the Kardashians know exactly what that means but, guess what, I know Taylor Swift does.

I have been bullied on social media and in high school. I know how much it hurts. I've heard those words, "just give up." I just could never give up on myself. I learned that we should never give up no matter how much hate someone has for us. Women shouldn't be pinned against each other. Women should be fighting for each other. I think that is the failed realization on this topic. I am not team Taylor or Team Kimye. I am on the team of the person who feels worthless and not on the one that makes them feel that way.

Syd

A Letter For Presbyterian Youth Triennium 2016

I look back on my life and think about what brought me to where I am today. All the people and the experiences that influenced my journey into adulthood. One thing that hits home for me is Presbyterian Youth Triennium.

Presbyterian Yourh Triennuim happens every 3 years (haha get it tri in Triennium). It is held in Lafayette, Indiana on the Purdue University campus. It is one of the biggest youth conferences, I believe, in the United States. Presbyterians all over the world come to learn, teach, speak, and just have an awesome time with other believers. It is a week long journey but it is a journey that you will never forget. You will make friends from all around the U.S and some of them you will be friends with for life! Most importantly you will grow in your journey with Christ. This is where I became a true believer. My eyes will forever be open to God's presence because of this experience.

When I went to Triennuim I was going into my freshman year of high school and I was not looking forward to it. I didn't know what life would bring me. I was a scared kid. I had heard about Triennuim from so many people. So, when I was ask to go I was fully on board from day one. I wanted to experience something I had never experienced before. Now, when people tell you it's something you will never understand until you go it sounds so cliché. Honestly it's the truth, it is something that someone can't just explain to you. You have to have the courage to set out and see it for yourself.

When I went to Triennium the theme was "I AM". We learned that each and everyone of us has a calling to be something different. That's the beauty of being who we are, God did not make one of us alike. I look back on my past and I think about that all the time. I think about how much I wanted to be like the girl who can get a guy in two seconds or the party guy who knows everyone at school. I think about it and I see that that's not who I am. I am a shy, introverted person who is funny and crazy once you get to know her. I am dedicated with everything I do. I am the friend that I have always wanted someone to be to me. I am one of Gods children who believes he is the key. "I AM".....I think of that and sometimes I want to cry not because I'm sad but because I don't know where I would be without ever hearing that phrase.

So for the Youth that are going to 2016 Youth Triennium take this experience and run with it. Learn as much as you can learn. Sing as loud as you can sing. Do those energizers with as much energy as you can. Have fun! God is giving you this amazing opportunity and I am one to say it will change your life if you let it. Those worship services will literally give you "goosies" and you will feel the presence of the Lord. Small groups will get you connected  with people that have such different perspectives that you will be amazed on how much your knowledge will brighten. Remember this experience is once in a lifetime. Gods presence will be all around and you will be amazed at what that feels like.

I pray you all have a safe trip there and back.

Sydney