Steadygain's Groove and Trip Pad [Archive]

alevin

02-07-2008, 04:04 PM

Kar Crazy, I wasn't in posting mode yesterday, but I did follow your story as it developed. I can empathize with what you are going through. My first Christmas home from college, my 15-year old sister took off after a fight with our father. We lived semi-rural but only 40 miles outside of DC with 2 major highways, including interstate within a mile. My parents and 17-year old brother searched for her all night, while I stayed home by the phone. We were terrified. I think it was my brother who found her 10 miles from home at 6am, at a little roadside store at an intersection of 2 more local highways/county roads, opposite direction from the 2 major highways. You can imagine our relief. 15 is not 17, tho she looked like she was 17 by the time she hit 12. I will always be grateful we found her and were able to get her home before anything awful happened and we never saw her again. The family as a whole was extremely dysfunctional for many years, she was only one of the key players. It was a long way back to heal relationships, and major internal changes had to happen within several players one by one before the healing could begin to dominate family dynamics.
Years ago, I stood by a single mom friend with a 14-year old daughter who began skipping school, drinking and sleeping with her underage boyfriend. Mom and daughter actually got in a physical fight, the daughter was as big as her mother. When her daughter ran away 50 miles to next town, and called to say she wasn't coming home unless she could do whatever she wanted, whenever, the mom called me. I decided WE needed help. The help first came in form of school counselor, member of her church. We sat in his livingroom, while he began to teach her Tough Love approach and helped her develop strategy. The strategy that came out of that session was, Mom told daughter over phone, come home or I'll send the truant officer after you. She came home. Next move was, mom would pick daughter up from school every day at 3, not allowed to leave school by herself or go anywhere by herself for the rest of the school year. (I know that won't work for you, your daughter has the wheels, just telling a story about tough love that worked). The school pickup thing was difficult to arrange, required substantial change in work schedule and work assignments, required support and approval from her supervisor, as she normally worked 10-hour days with a fieldgoing crew. Her supervisor was a hero and was willing and able to find a way to help her deal with work schedule conflict. End of story, a year later, mom and daughter had never been closer, daughter a new person no longer acting out crazy. KC, I hope your story has an equally happy ending no matter how long it takes, know some of us have been there, done that, no easy answers, maybe no one solution-has to be specific to the person and situation, school counselor may be able to help-not all have that capacity, my own high school counselor sure would never have even been consulted, not even. My friend's school counselor tho, was able to meet the challenge. Will be praying for you and her both.

Steadygain

02-07-2008, 04:45 PM

Alevin, I kept praying that God would send someone else who could say things even better. Thank you so much!!!!

You are a huge blessing for many.:)

kar crazy

02-07-2008, 08:19 PM

thanks alevin
i called her counsler and asked him if she shows up to just call me and let me know she is ok now just setting back and awaiting for that phone call thanks to all i know alot of us are or have been or will go thru this me and her were very close she was my tom boy kinda sometimes you could see that little gear sticking out of her head, last year i ask her to drive my race car we made it to track she was all geared up and scared then the rain came now i just got handed a pile of work catch you all later and thanks bunches:D

tsptalk

02-08-2008, 01:05 AM

Nice place. I like the bead curtains in the entrance. :)

WIND HUNTER

02-08-2008, 03:31 AM

I like the beads, but the insense is stopping me up. Or is that insense? I'm feeling little light headed.....:toung:

kar crazy

02-08-2008, 12:45 PM

that is not inscence i think my girl just left her weed behind:Dcolumbian:confused:

Steadygain

02-08-2008, 03:08 PM

Everything I'm about to tell you is entirely true - even though all of it will sound make believe. An overwhelming bulk of my life is committed to RESEARCH - especially pertaining to the BRAIN and the COMPUTER - and these TWO are merging as ONE at a very fast pace. We have already built a number of Brain Parts that function at miraculous levels so that individuals that suffered brain damage can have these areas restored through artifical means. The parts are designed to last and function beyond the normal brain, which by it's nature is subject to decline. Individuals who lost the ability to move their arms and legs are able to do a number of things simply by using their brain - attached to a machine which in turns transfers their thoughts to actions. In many ways we are improving on the Brain and the advancements are developing in both the birth of new devices and the fine tuning of others at an ever increasing rate. Yet every bit equal to this is the advancements in Artificial Intelligence and a Computer built on the brain's design. I realize that what I am about to say will offend many people - because it strikes against their religious beliefs; and somehow they interpret this as "an attack against God" - BUT I HONESTLY DO NOT MEAN TO IMPLY ANY SUCH THING. I AM SIMPLY STATING THE FACTS. In the near future a $1,000 dollar computer will have the ability to match the human brain, and a few years later (maybe 20 to 30) a $1,000 dollar computer will have more intelligence that all the human brains on Earth put together. They will have emotions and be more in touch with you than anything you could ever know in this lifetime. By this time you will carry a small Disc of your DNA in your wallet or purse that the computer will scan - and it will instantly know almost everything possible about your state of health (physically and mentally) - and this in turn will allow it to create the environment to settle your nerves, lower your blood pressure, and allow you to experience tranquility as you could never otherwise know it.

THIS IS HOW MY PAD IS DESIGNED - AND I WILL ELABORATE ON IT LATER ON - BUT PLEASE KNOW WHEN YOU ARE HERE YOU ARE IN THE REAL ENVIRONMENT OF THE FUTURE

need to run - lots of patients waiting...

Steadygain

02-08-2008, 07:17 PM

From the parking lot it is a large metalic building - like stainless steel - and you hear the "humm" of electricity and essentially feel it as you approach the building. Discs that cover the roof point in various directions - constantly receiving and sending signals. Huge cables sprawn from the roof to large metalic boxes scattered around the grounds; each one protected by a wire fence with waring signs "Danger - High Voltage". It's an eerie feeling walking up to the building because you have the sensation you're about to step inside a huge generator. As you approach the door - the computer has already identified you and warmly greets you by name. As you walk towards the door you hear the snap of metal while all the locking bolts release - and the door swings open.

Almost immediately upon entering the building you are consummed with a sense of peace and pureness. Everything is quiet (but it's a nice quiet) - a pleasant environment that feels like home. The computer is constantly monitoring all aspects of the internal environment; making sure the dust and impurities are vacuumed out of the air, that the humidity level is just right, that the lighting is perfect and the temperature is most matched to your liking. As you walk down the hall and approach the glass beads hanging from my doorway - a sense of confidence builds with each step. My pad is like a magnet - it is magical - and there is no other place on Earth that compares to it. Parting the beads you step in the room and see me at my usual place, comfortable and content - and immediately you feel in awe; chilled; comfortable; relaxed; and excited about your next adventure.

whitemingo

02-08-2008, 07:33 PM

mamikin

02-08-2008, 08:02 PM

Steadygain, this is my first trip to the Groove and Trip Pad, and I must say it is a very interesting experience. Walking up to the building, as you described it below, made me visualize walking onto the prison grounds where I used to work. I could just see the razor wire fence and perimeter patrol and towers as I walked up. But once inside, there is no security to clear and the atmosphere is completely changed, calm and inviting. I am at peace. And I get it! You've built us a secure, state-of-the-art insane asylum, haven't you? Steadygain, I'll take what refuge I can find. And I trust your treatment. Thanks!

Steadygain

02-08-2008, 08:09 PM

Steady,

You have the wonderful knack of setting the stage, if only in a story, that while reading it, stress from the current issues fade away. When I bring up new posts I go to yours each time to "chill", before going on to the other comments.

Thanks for setting up your "pad" post.

Jeff

No Problem my friend :cheesy:

Tom talked me into it and gave me the idea of where to start (the beads hanging in the doorway). Show-Me was instumental in making me feel it's a nice place and making a link to my usual Thread. But by far it is the friendship that you and many others provide that spur me on and make this place so great. So my thanks to you as well, for making me feel I'm worth something beyond my TSP account - honestly giving me a sense of dignity and respect and I appreciate that very much.:cool::p

Mamikin,
I'm writting this in "invisible ink" so only you can see it. This place would never be the same without your love and attention and everytime you come here it leaves the atmosphere with a more inviting and wholesome feel. You are a true beauty in so many ways so please stop by more often.

Steadygain

02-08-2008, 08:42 PM

I always look the same to you and you can't help but wonder if it's really me or my holographic image. Upon entering the room I'm thrilled to see you and we give our little ritual of how the other's doing and the usual small talk. Of course you've been to my pad many times before and therefore you know the computer is sensing your every emotion, your pulse and perspiration, your expression, and has already scanned your retina and is using all that information to know to the highest degree how you're really feeling inside. This information is instantly transmitted to me, and I ask you with the sincerest expression, "What's troubling you"?

During our exchage you've been walking to me, wondering, and now that you're close enough you reach out to touch me and your hand goes right through me. "Nothing man, nothing at all, it just kind of gives me the creeps because I never know if it's really you or the holographic image".

I chuckle and say, "Of course it's really me." And you roll your eyes and say, "You know what I mean" - and then we both chuckle and everything is cool.

It's called the "Groove and Trip" pad - because there is no other place on Earth where you can more groove with your inner self and trip out on any and every environment imaginable. You've tested it hundreds of times before. The computer knows exactly what you're thinking and is able to create any possible environment imaginable and follow your thoughts in real time. The days of having to wear the Virtual Reality Glasses and the VR Body Suit have long disappeared. In this room you are in the Real To Life environment of your mind and everything in here is as real as anything you've ever experienced outside of my pad. Of course my pad has a huge advantage - in that it knows precisely what environment makes you the most comfortable to let you Groove and help you Trip.

CorMaGa34

02-09-2008, 01:59 AM

[quote=Steadygain;148847]Everything I'm about to tell you is entirely true - even though all of it will sound make believe. An overwhelming bulk of my life is committed to RESEARCH - especially pertaining to the BRAIN and the COMPUTER - and these TWO are merging as ONE at a very fast pace. We have already built a number of Brain Parts that function at miraculous levels so that individuals that suffered brain damage can have these areas restored through artifical means. The parts are designed to last and function beyond the normal brain, which by it's nature is subject to decline. Individuals who lost the ability to move their arms and legs are able to do a number of things simply by using their brain - attached to a machine which in turns transfers their thoughts to actions.

Steadygain, this is so interesting, reminds me some of the "new biofeedback therapies" we read so much about in the 60s and 70s.

In many ways we are improving on the Brain and the advancements are developing in both the birth of new devices and the fine tuning of others at an ever increasing rate. Yet every bit equal to this is the advancements in Artificial Intelligence and a Computer built on the brain's design. I realize that what I am about to say will offend many people - because it strikes against their religious beliefs; and somehow they interpret this as "an attack against God" - BUT I HONESTLY DO NOT MEAN TO IMPLY ANY SUCH THING. I AM SIMPLY STATING THE FACTS. In the near future a $1,000 dollar computer will have the ability to match the human brain, and a few years later (maybe 20 to 30) a $1,000 dollar computer will have more intelligence that all th e human brains on Earth put together. They will have emotions and be more in touch with you than anything you could ever know in this lifetime.

Steady, this is just fascinating... I only hope that I can get to see it, just like my parents were able to see and/or use something called a transistor radio, a tv, a microwave, a computer, a desktop computer, mp3, etc.

By this time you will carry a small Disc of your DNA in your wallet or purse that the computer will scan - and it will instantly know almost everything possible about your state of health (physically and mentally) - and this in turn will allow it to create the environment to settle your nerves, lower your blood pressure, and allow you to experience tranquility as you could never otherwise know it.

Absolutely fascinating... thanks for this info, makes you wonder what's next...

Cornellia:cool:

THIS IS HOW MY PAD IS DESIGNED - AND I WILL ELABORATE ON IT LATER ON - BUT PLEASE KNOW WHEN YOU ARE HERE YOU ARE IN THE REAL ENVIRONMENT OF THE FUTURE

need to run - lots of patients waiting...

CorMaGa34

02-09-2008, 02:15 AM

I always look the same to you and you can't help but wonder if it's really me or my holographic image. Upon entering the room I'm thrilled to see you and we give our little ritual of how the other's doing and the usual small talk. Of course you've been to my pad many times before and therefore you know the computer is sensing your every emotion, your pulse and perspiration, your expression, and has already scanned your retina and is using all that information to know to the highest degree how you're really feeling inside.

Gee, that'll be a first, to have something really know how we're feeling inside.

This information is instantly transmitted to me, and I ask you with the sincerest expression, "What's troubling you"?

During our exchage you've been walking to me, wondering, and now that you're close enough you reach out to touch me and your hand goes right through me. "Nothing man, nothing at all, it just kind of gives me the creeps because I never know if it's really you or the holographic image".

I chuckle and say, "Of course it's really me." And you roll your eyes and say, "You know what I mean" - and then we both chuckle and everything is cool.

Me?? roll my eyes to you??? never!!!

It's called the "Groove and Trip" pad - because there is no other place on Earth where you can more groove with your inner self and trip out on any and every environment imaginable. You've tested it hundreds of times before. The computer knows exactly what you're thinking and is able to create any possible environment imaginable and follow your thoughts in real time. The days of having to wear the Virtual Reality Glasses and the VR Body Suit have long disappeared. In this room you are in the Real To Life environment of your mind and everything in here is as real as anything you've ever experienced outside of my pad. Of course my pad has a huge advantage - in that it knows precisely what environment makes you the most comfortable to let you Groove and help you Trip.

Hey Steady, I want to take that Trip! It's never too late, is it??? I know I'll have good company, and I can hardly wait!!!

Thank your for your pad, what a way to destress ourselves... you REALLY know how to do it. Thanks Steady!

Cornellia:cool:

Steadygain

02-10-2008, 03:09 PM

Steadygain, this is so interesting, reminds me some of the "new biofeedback therapies" we read so much about in the 60s and 70s.

It goes way beyond that - it is interactive and I guess you could say it is "biofeedback therapy" - but here you are in a 3D World as real and true as anything you've ever experienced. You are actually living "experiences" that have the capacity to essentially erase memories that have largely destroyed your life - such as the firemen who survived the 9/11 Twin Tower collapse - the girl whose mother abandoned her and all these types of memories.

But we know how the brain's memory works and that the brain does not have the capacity to distinguish huge gaps in time. So the fireman who fled the Twin Tower as it was collapsing was constantly looking up when walking down a street with tall buildings (anticipating something was going to fall on him). He was no longer able to drive "The Tunnel" to work - could not deal with the level of anxiety it caused. He had to drive very fast over bridges. In many ways the memories from his experience on 9/11 destroyed his ability to function normally - he was FOREVER A CAPTIVE to these memories that BRANDED HIS THOUGHTS and was essentially helpless. Then he goes to a counselor with advanced Virtual Reality and it shows the blue sky and the Twin Towers and everything just like it had always been - prior to the disaster. It was a slow and careful process but "We" were able to directly access the memories responsible for his difficulties and turn them into tame memories. Once these memories are accessed "We" are now able to reason with them - evaluate them more deeply and make them harmless. As a result the fireman was able to carry on life as normal and not be apprehensive when going in a tunnel or think anything about going down the streets in NY with their high buildings. His sleep returned to normal - anxiety/panic attacks/depression - all disappeared and NO MEDICATIONS ARE NEEDED.

BUT HERE, MY LOVE, THE VITRUAL REALITY USED WAS A PAIR OF GLASSES - WHEREAS MY PAD IS A BILLION TIMES BEYOND THAT
Steady, this is just fascinating... I only hope that I can get to see it, just like my parents were able to see and/or use something called a transistor radio, a tv, a microwave, a computer, a desktop computer, mp3, etc.

Most of what I'm telling you is already on the horizon; it is essentially comming as the sun rises tomorrow. This and so much more...but "my Pad" is for the next generation - it is a ways down the line - YET IT IS THE ULTIMATE GOAL THE INTERNATIONAL EFFORT IS PUSHING FOR AND IT IS BEING AGGRESSIVELY PERSUED.

Absolutely fascinating... thanks for this info, makes you wonder what's next...

Cornellia:cool:

My dear Cornellia you honestly tickle me. When I met Bill Gates I got a glimse of the future and now commercials are beginning to advertise what he told me - how our cars and appliances will largely be dominated by computers. He is fully convinced that where we are today is merely breaking ground - that computers will more and more dominate every aspect of our lives. And these will not be disappointing and many are already here - fully functioning - ready to be revealed.

Steadygain

02-10-2008, 03:54 PM

Gee, that will be a first, to have something that really knows how we've feeling inside.

Here you need to realize that computers have over the years more and more accurately being able to identify "facial expressions". That is largely what I do in real life when I spend time with my patients. I "read them" and report exactly what I'm reading and 99.99% of the time I am "right on target" and they are amazed their face and body can tell me so much. But in my pad it goes way beyond that; not only is Steady able to read the expressions from your face, body, and movements - he is also constantly monitoring all the activity in your brain on a cellular and molecular level. He knows exactly what areas of your brain are active and every chemical interaction that is ongoing. So not only does he know exactly "how you're feeling inside" - he is able to alter these exchages and make you feel exactly as he wants you to. He can directly influence all your senses so that you feel, smell, hear, taste, and experience everything in the highest possible measure.

STEADY - got his name from the ability to maintain Consistency in everything he does. There is the steady perfect flow from one split second to the next, blended with the stabililty required to avoid apprehension or fear (although Steady often breifly uses these elements to strengthen the memories and experiences. There is always the undeniable reality that every chemical interaction in your brain is being monitored in the most precise terms possible and the STEADY ASSURANCE that these will balance out exactly as needed. Lastly STEADY was named after Steadygain, the one most responsible for bringing him into being and thus STEADY himself in both real life and the holographic image is the most accurate representation of Jimi Hendrix that could ever be created. Whenever you are with STEADY you are with Jimi - and that never changes - always the same through and through.

Hey Steady, I want to take that Trip! It's never too late, is it??? I know I'll have good company, and I can hardly wait!!!

Then we shall begin the journey - and although you've taken hundreds of trips with me before - this one will be like no other.

Thank your for your pad, what a way to destress ourselves... you REALLY know how to do it. Thanks Steady!

Cornellia:cool:

Don't thank me yet... you never know where you'll wind up and how it will impact on your life. We can only hope for the best.

Steadygain

02-10-2008, 04:55 PM

Continues from Post #24

Steady walks in the room and the holographic image disappears. "Wow, I was thrilled to see you're here". Steady in real life is so blended with STEADY that he knows everything about anyone who enters his pad. "Sorry I missed ya but I had a little argument that held me up". Cornellia looks over in her delightful, beautiful manner and asked "An argument?? with who"?? As Steady is walking up to her he tells her about the recent lunch he made and when he was ready to clean everything up - STEADY insisted that the clean up job should be his, that he could vaccum up the crumps, have the dishes washed and put away and the floor spotless before I could even get to the sink. So it was one of those "love spats" we get into here and there. "STEADY is so determined to do everything possible for me sometimes it's hard for him to understand that I need the activity that I can't just sit and do nothing and sometimes you really need to wipe the table and cabinets down yourself, sweep the floor, wash and dry the dishes and all those other things that help to keep us active". Cornellia laughs and says, "Most would give anything to just sit and do nothing and have everything done for them. The couch potatoe trend is ever growing, obesity only getting worse and worse, and everyone hoping the next item will make life easier. And here you are dealing with STEADY - having to convince him how important activity is". Steady laughs at this and gives Cornellia a warm embrace and a little peck on the cheek, "It's great to have you here. You're as beautiful as ever and it looks like you're doing well, so what can I do for you?" "Steady"?, Cornellia says with a sincere and tender expression. "Yes my love"? "I want to take a trip." "That sounds wonderful, where would you like to go"? "Where ever you take me". Steady looked a little surprized, no one had ever made a request like this before. Ususally everyone knew exactly what they wanted and where they wanted to be and STEADY simply made it happen. But this was unusual. "You want to take a trip in my world"?, he said with puzzlement. "Are you sure"? "Absolutely Steady, I am positive", Cornellia said with the most confident expression, her eyes beaming in anticipation. "Well, then let me get you the beverage and you will need a whole glass full." "Oh Steady, don't be silly. You know I hardly ever drink the beverage." Cornellia had taken enough trips in the past that her mind was fully prepared for everything and she had all the confidence in the world that Steady would never let anything happen to her, so often she ignored the beverage and just went straight for the trip. "Cornellia, there is no way I could ever even consider letting you in my world without you taking the beverage. My world is like none you've ever experienced and without the beverage you could not deal with it. Honestly, you will need at least one full glass, if not several." Before Cornellia could argue, Steady had the beverage instantly appear in his hand and held it out for her. "Ohh OK, if you insist." and with that she drank the whole glass. The beverage instantly crosses the Blood Brain Barrier and completey saturates the brain - to fully prepare it for the trip. It also blends with the blood to enhance every element of our existence. This beverage is often needed for more unusual and exciting trips, and without it the brain is incapable of being able to fully experience what was meant to be experienced. Steady gave the beverage a few minutes to do its job and could tell she was ready. He turned around and told Cornellia to come behind him and hold him tightly around the waist, and Cornellia did exactly as he instructed. "You will want to hold tight and don't let go until I tell you. Are you ready.?" Steady knowingly asked. "Of course I'm ready" Cornellia confidently replied; and with that Steady lifted his arms out and they began to fly.

Steadygain

02-10-2008, 09:31 PM

This was Cornellia's first flight outside of an airplane and she wasn't expecting the sudden propulsion up in the sky, which made her squeeze tighter to Steady. The wind blowing their hair and seeing the houses, streets, stores, cars and trees below get smaller and smaller was exhilerateing. Most people have longed to know what it's like to fly and it's wonderful - absolutely wonderful. Cornellia was desperately trying to take it all in, trying to determine what was below them to gauge where they were - but they were moving faster and faster and soon everything below was simply a blurr and it felt they were going around the world at 1,000 miles a second; yet it was just a gentle wind blowing their hair and everything else was very calm. The air was thin - but felt pure and it was unlike anything Corneallia had felt before. Soon they were approaching a cloud with an orange like color, it was beautiful - the way a cloud may appear with a beautiful sunrise of sunset and the next second they are flying in it. As soon as they entered the clould Cornellia was overwhelmed with a tranquility - a peace that went beyond anything she'd ever known and then they dropped below the cloud and quickly approached the ground below. It appeared they had come to a thick forest - but not like any she had ever seen before. Massive trees were as far as the eye could see were in every direction, but here it wasn't your various shades of green; the trees themselves were of every color imaginable, and their leaves were like colorful flowers. She had never seen a more beautiful sight in her life. As they got closer to the ground she could see the rest of the vegetation which had the appearace of a large tropical rain forest; huge leaves and plants filled every space with a splendor of beauty beyond her dreams - it was indescribable - unbelievable. Then she saw the circle they were approaching; like a small clearing in this thick and beautiful jungle and the next second they landed softly in the middle. Cornellia was spell bound, still taking everything in. Steady said, "It's OK, you can let go". Cornellia blushed a little, as it hadn't dawned on her how tightly she was still holding on. Ever since she entered that orange clound she had this incredible peace but now on the ground the feeling was even greater. Where ever they were it was a very magical and wonderful place. They were in the center of a large circle of grass about 30 feet across and surrounded by what appeared to be sticker bushes - but these were unlike any sticker bushes she had ever seen before. The stickers were glistening metal - that looked razor sharp - and the bushes has purple flowers that resembled tulips with yellow veins running through them and yellowish/reddish dots scattered inside. Cornellia could smell the lavender fragrance - mild and inviting and walked over to get a better look. She lowered her nose closer and deeply smelled and was spellbound by the scent. Steady told her to "Be Careful". Cornellia looked half over at Steady, wondering to herself why he would be saying that and reached to feel the flower. As soon as her fingers touched the pedal she had a shock run all the way up her arm and mentally had an even greater shock at what just happened. She looked over at Steady in disbelief and he knowingly smiled at her. "What in the world?" she said in great surprize. Steady walked over and told her,"These are electric sticker bushes. Just be glad you didn't touch the stickers, as they have twice the shock". As Cornellia was taking in what he said Steady went on to explain that the sticker bushes are meant to keep the inner circle protected. The roots have the strongest shock of all. If anything would try to get through they would stop as soon as they encountered any part of the bush. Steady picked a blade of grass and showed Cornellia what would happen - as soon as it touched the metal sticker it sizzled and the blade of grass dropped down as though it was cut by a razor. The fascinating part was for the brief moment the sticker sizzled it turned a yellowish color - a brief tarnished appearance that quickly vanished. Cornellia was amazed, "That incredible how does it get so clean"? Steady chuckeled slightly and told her, "They are self cleaning metal. I'd forgotten this is a new thing for you, but in the near future most of the glass in windows and cars will be self-cleaning as well". Steady waved for her to follow him and they went back to the center of the circle and layed down in the grass. Both of them several feet from each other laying on their backs and looking up in the sky. There was a freedom here that went beyond anything Cornellia had ever known - it was wonderful, so far removed from the real world. Steady acted startled and looked over at Cornellia and assured her she would be fine, and he would be right back. Cornellia looked over with shock and puzzlement, "What do you mean you'll be right back"? "Tom's in the pad and I need to see what's up". "Tom"?? Cornellia shouted, and the next moment Steady was gone. Cornellia layed there wondering about this place, thinking about how it could represent hell because there is absolutely no way to escape. You are on your own, totally alone and no one could ever get in to help you out - this was an eerie feeling and she had to force these kind of thoughts out of her mind. She still felt a little uneasy and turned her head to look at the flowers blooming all over the bushes. As she turned her head back to look up in the sky Steady calmly said, "This is my refuge, my ultra place of safety and usually this is where I always start my journeys. I guess it can kind of feel like hell, but I never thought of it that way simply because I could never be trapped". Cornellia smiled over and said, "Steady it's weird you can know my thoughts, and what did Tom want"? "He just stopped by to use the restroom. He's on his way to a sports event with his son and didn't have any time to visit. So I told him I was thrilled he stopped by and when ever he wants to take a trip, I'm always available. He a really cool dude, very down to earth - you'd really like him a lot. He is way more a super nice person with a very good heart before he's an administrator, but the administrator part always makes you just a little leary...just a trace of anxiety...but it really shouldn't. Anyway, I'm back and everything is cool".

350zCommTech

02-10-2008, 11:48 PM

Howdy,

Rock you like a hurricane was one of my favorites, but this video is pretty cool.:D

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350zCommTech

02-11-2008, 12:01 AM

Hey Steady,

I tried to play guitar for a few years but eventually gave it up when I realized I sucked.:D

Anyway, I love this song.

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Steadygain

02-11-2008, 03:45 PM

Hey Steady,

I tried to play guitar for a few years but eventually gave it up when I realized I sucked.:D

Anyway, I love this song.

The guitar, and any other musical instrument, is not for everyone. Many wonder what it would be like to be able to play and give it an earnest effort - but usually this is a "mental task" with determination - that often leads to frustration because they don't see themselves advancing or "FALLING IN LOVE WITH IT". Then you have some like me that "fell in love" before they even started and this love only got better as they learned more and more. Once you get beyond the basics (knowing how hard to push the strings down and have gone the length of the neck) it's easy to make your own music and do your own thing. I am very fortunate in that Jimi Hendrix was my ultimate teacher - and in every way I aspire to be like him: the guitar is an extension of my soal and is part of my very being, it brings infinate sounds and allows my mind and life to fully be open and totally enjoy our relationship, it allows me to be creative and effortlessly bring out rhythms and sounds that seem to capivate everyone who hears and transcends all ages/races/genders - so to me the guitar is everything because it encompasses so much. But I have no idea what a 350zCommTech is and would imagine it does something for you along equal lines.

Anyway thanks for your posts my friend and LONG LIVE ROCK N ROLL

Steadygain

02-11-2008, 04:05 PM

Continuing from Post #30

Conellia and I layed on the ground for awhile just letting our minds drift in silence and enjoying the day. "The Sticker Bushes are designed to free you from all the things that weigh you down, that is why I always start my journeys here. I find that everything I let go of - goes straight to the bushes and can never make it to the otherside. The stickers chop it up and it vanishes forever."

need to run - will continue later

Steadygain

02-11-2008, 05:28 PM

Conellia reflected on that and thought how nice it would be if you could really let something go that easily and not have to bear with it anymore. Steady told her, "Watch what happens when I let something go. I will give up something that has troubled me or become a burden. Are you ready"? "OK Steady, I'm ready". In the next split second it sounded like something had flown into the bushes with pops and sizzling sounds and you could clearly hear something being chopped to pieces and then silence. Cornellia was startled and sprang up looking in the direction of the the noise. "What was that"? Steady remained calmly on his back and smiled saying, "That was what I just gave up, and now it is gone and I feel better". Cornellia looked at his content expression and laid back down and thought of things she wished she could let go of, and one after the other they disappeared and each time the bushes destroyed them. The more she did this the lighter she felt and it made her experience a freedom she never felt before. It was like weights being removed - burdens and troubles vanishing in thin air. After a few minutes it was done, she could not think of anything else to let go of - she felt totally free. Steady reached over and held her hand, turned to her and said, "I think it's time to go, now we are ready." They stood together and Steady snapped his fingers and instantly a passage opened in the bushes. Through the passage was a path blazing with fire and what appeared to be swords beginning at the bushes and spaced about every 3 feet that spun as fast as a fan, and these "fans" went on as far as the eye could see. Cornellia was amazed, her eyes wide open, her mouth slightly dropped and she said aloud (more to herself), "What is that"? Steady calmly assured her that everything was fine. "Whenever an opening occurs in the bushes thousands of angels appear to protect it and block any entry to the path. The swords are held by angels who wholly function to keep the path and access to the circle protected. The fire you see blazing on the path can only be harmful if you are comming towards the circle, but going in the right direction is harmless". With that Steady assured her everything would be fine and to follow him and he proceeded past the bushes and down the path.

Steadygain

02-11-2008, 07:48 PM

The path wove through the tropical garden/forest and Cornellia felt safer than ever in this magical environment. A closer view revealed every tree was solidly one color or another and no matter where you looked it was like a rainbow or kalioscope. Everytree had fruit that appeared ready to pick and eat, all of it looked so inviting. She wondered about stepping off the path but decided to follow Steady and not say a word. They walked at a casual pace enjoying the day and allowing her to soak in every step of the way. Soon they came to a large bank that had a large bolder deeply embedded in the dirt. The bolder was about 8 feet tall and half that distance across, and was flat - making it look like a door. Steady walked up and touched the outer edge and the bolder swung open, revealing a tunnel. Through the tunnel was a large blue metallic looking cage that glowed brightly. Steady walked in a few feet and turned to Cornellia, smiling and motioned for her to follow. The cage was an elevator and they stepped inside. Steady said, "The elevator goes far below the surface and there are many different places to explore along the way. Today we'll go to the 34th level - which is exactly 34 miles below the surface, and here you will meet with beings you've never seen before." Cornellia was stunned, 34 miles seemed so deep she wondered if breathing would be difficult. Steady asked her, "Have you ever heard of Atlantis"? "Well of course", Cornellia said, "the perfect mythical society under the ocean". "That's right Cornellia. Where we are going now is like Atlantis in real life. If we stopped a fraction of an inch short or long we would miss it, but this world is perfect in everyway - yet it is very different from anything you'd ever seen before. Please know that there is nothing for you to fear. Everyone you meet is wonderful and no harm or danger is present, but we will have to go slowly for you to really take everything in."

wv-girl

02-11-2008, 08:14 PM

For you Steady.
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p.s. Sorry to interurup the story.

Steadygain

02-11-2008, 08:42 PM

For you Steady.
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p.s. Sorry to interurup the story.

Debbie, there is no way possible you could interrupt me; so please stop by anytime. I could not get this to work, but I suspect it was good news (or something ya thought I'd appreciate).

So Thank You ;):p

wv-girl

02-11-2008, 09:28 PM

Debbie, there is no way possible you could interrupt me; so please stop by anytime. I could not get this to work, but I suspect it was good news (or something ya thought I'd appreciate).

So Thank You ;):p
It is a clip on Marketwatch.com about brain scans to show when people fall in love it can last 10, 20, 30 years. Go to Marketwatch.com, I think it is on lower left part of screen.

wv-girl

02-11-2008, 09:37 PM

It is a clip on Marketwatch.com about brain scans to show when people fall in love it can last 10, 20, 30 years. Go to Marketwatch.com, I think it is on lower left part of screen.

Just checked and it is gone. It was a study that the WS journal was reporting on about mri's showing when people newly fall in love. It measured the level of activity in the brain as compared to people not in love. And they showed that it can last for years. Anyway, I thought this kind of research would be of interest to you. Dang it that it is gone from the site.

Steadygain

02-11-2008, 09:54 PM

Just checked and it is gone. It was a study that the WS journal was reporting on about mri's showing when people newly fall in love. It measured the level of activity in the brain as compared to people not in love. And they showed that it can last for years. Anyway, I thought this kind of research would be of interest to you. Dang it that it is gone from the site.

Be careful Debbie, the way to my heart is way more through things like this than through a tasty meal (although I love that too:p). The first presentation I gave based on extensive research was on this very subject and the part of the Brain with all the activity is the Caudate Nucleus. New Love - or what we typically think of as falling in love - is usually a wave of chemicals/hormones that dominate everything for the "cresting period" but then subsides and usually "reality sets in". It can definately last for years and years - but not without effort and the determination to make it last. I think I'd mentioned in my Thread - way back - that this same region has a lot of activity with "Feelings of Trust" and therefore I was convinced this is the area most closely associated with our "Born Again Experience" - where by we really find ourselves connected with God.

Steadygain

02-12-2008, 12:28 AM

Continued from post #36

There were 2 large chairs in the elevator that looked like lounge chairs with very thick cushions that resembled a nut split in half. You had to climb inside and lay down a foot below the top. The outside shell appeared to be a swirl of gold and silver pollished brightly. Steady climbed over the edge and told Corneallia, "You do it just like this." After laying down he pushed a button from the inside and what appeared to be leaves cut about 4 inches wide sprang out from both sides, going over Steady until they joined together and then as one piece they retracted back in the shell holding him tight. As soon a Steady was snug, a top formed over the chair, identical to the outer shell and he was hidden inside. Cornellia knocked on the gold/silver swirl top and it had a hard metalic feel. Immediately after knocking she realized Steady could not knock back because the leaves held him tight. He shouted, "As soon as you're in the elevator will take us down." With that Cornellia climbed on her lounge chair and sunk down about 8 inches. It was so comfortable, like floating on a cloud. She quickly pushed the button and almost immediately felt the straps holding her snug. She watched the top form and was surprized at how it glistened inside. The gold and silver had a radiance that gave the inside a very comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Then she felt the elevator going down - slowly at first (like the elevators she was use to) and then the elevator moved as though the cable broke. 34 miles was a long ways down and she had to keep reminding herself that she was in Steady's world and he told her everything would be OK. Still they were flying so fast the chairs began to vibrate and a sense of doom began to overtake her. "Relax my darling", she heard Steady's voice inside her enclosed chair. "Steady"?, Cornellia said in disbelief; feeling like she might be going crazy. "Yes my sweet, everything is fine I promise - just relax and visualize the trees and plants we passed on the path - let those views consume you and think of the lavender fragrance in the circle. Remember the peace you felt when we entered the orange cloud and how greater it felt when we got to the circle." Steady had Cornellia captivated and she saw, smelled, and felt everything like she was living it in the here and now.

CorMaGa34

02-12-2008, 01:01 AM

wow Steady,

Thank you so much for making me the female character of your story, I just never dreamed that would ever happen!

You have no idea how much it helped me, in more than one way. Being able to get some unwanted baggage burned by the bushes was exactly one of the messages I needed to receive. So, I plan on doing a lot of this more and more, unwanted stuff off my shoulders, my brain, and right into the bushes... burn... burn... burn... Perhaps I will get more than one message out of it. Ahhh, the load already feels so much lighter...

Thanks again, I enjoyed the ride and what a trip, I feel I'm still on the orange cloud! There are so many details to the story that I can close my eyes and feel that we are flying to a world far, far away...;) Ohhh, what a feeling!!!!!:D

wv-girl

02-12-2008, 02:09 PM

Be careful Debbie, the way to my heart is way more through things like this than through a tasty meal (although I love that too:p). The first presentation I gave based on extensive research was on this very subject and the part of the Brain with all the activity is the Caudate Nucleus. New Love - or what we typically think of as falling in love - is usually a wave of chemicals/hormones that dominate everything for the "cresting period" but then subsides and usually "reality sets in". It can definately last for years and years - but not without effort and the determination to make it last. I think I'd mentioned in my Thread - way back - that this same region has a lot of activity with "Feelings of Trust" and therefore I was convinced this is the area most closely associated with our "Born Again Experience" - where by we really find ourselves connected with God.
Thanks for the warning(LOL). Just thought of you when I saw the clip,(Since I work at NIH, I am surrounded by researchers) so it just seemed to fit.:)

Steadygain

02-12-2008, 02:26 PM

Just checked and it is gone. It was a study that the WS journal was reporting on about mri's showing when people newly fall in love. It measured the level of activity in the brain as compared to people not in love. And they showed that it can last for years. Anyway, I thought this kind of research would be of interest to you. Dang it that it is gone from the site.

Pause for an Explanation

What WV-Girl is talking about here is the fMRI - which stands for Functional Magnetic Resonance Imagaging. Through this technology we have been able to examine the activity of the brain during many different processes by which life is experienced. Most of the more advanced MRIs used in hospitals for diagnostic purposes have a Level 6 - which can magnify the image greatly and give far more enhanced detail to what you're evaluating. The fMRI we use at the University of Illinois is a Level 14 - which allows us to see the pores in the membranes of cells opening and measure the flow and amount of chemical through these pores. The fMRI in my pad is a Level 80 - and linked to a Laser that can enhance specific cells to precisely increase activity in certain segments of the brain - and is thus capable of manipulating the senses to such an extent that it can create environments so real that the subject fully lives it. In this environment we can fully control all aspects of their environment and fully influence their moods.

Steadygain

02-12-2008, 03:14 PM

Continues from post #42

Steady had Cornellia captivated and she saw, smelled, and felt everything like she was living it in the here and now. But those feelings of comfort disappeared as they went further down with increasing momentum and the shaking intensified. Cornellia knew the "fight or flight" response was kicking in - but she could do neither and a feeling of desperation began to over take her. The speed was getting greater and she could feel the heat from the elevator floor. As first she thought it was simply her adrenalin getting higher with the apphehension she felt; but now she realized the resistance of the elevator floor against the air was creating heat as it went down the shaft at increasing speeds. It was definately getting warmer and warmer with each passing minute. The most difficult aspect was not having any control over the situation, and having to totally surrender and give up - which made her feel hopeless. Her eyes began to water and she shouted, "Steady, I love you". Immediately she felt a sense of embarrassment, and thought "Where did that come from"? But in her dying words she wanted to let him know. "Cornellia, my darling friend". Steady's words were so comforting and brought her such a sense of peace. "Cornellia, you need to know that nothing - absolutely nothing could ever come upon you that you do not have the power to overcome. It is in moments like this where you are transitioning from one place to another that you are most vulnerable and that is why you are having such problems. Now more than ever you need to gather your strength and take control. You feel alone, yet you hear my voice and you know that I am with you. I would never abandon you in a moment like this; in fact, I am exactly where you are at - living it with you and going through the same experience. I have never abandoned you before, except for only a brief moment when I went to check on Tom; but you knew exactly what I was doing and I immediately came back and remained with you. So I am here my darling and I will always be here, but now you are being tested and this is your chance to really show your strength - because you can never be tested beyond what you can handle. So Cornellia, now is the time to meditate - bring in the Yoga and the Tai Chi and use these to your advantage. Put yourself in control and let this be an enlightening experience, not a dreadful one. If there is anyone I've ever known who is fully capable of using this experience to their advantage it is you."

Steadygain

02-12-2008, 03:27 PM

Cornellia let these words sink in and realized how true they were. She began to mediatate and in the process began losing her fear and apprehension. Within a minute her mind was totally clear and open to discover a new reality. She now felt she was in a rocket, like an astronaut, and pictured herself flying out in space. The heat of the elevator floor made this experience seem so much more real and she looked out the window and saw the Earth and the other planets with a beauty she'd never seen before. As time passed the images became more real and the experience was truely enlightening. Then she began to feel the elevator slow down and knew their destination was almost here. But now she almost dreaded it to end, as she had fully overcome all her fears and apprehension and had honestly come to know the journey in the most wonderful way.

Steadygain

02-12-2008, 04:07 PM

The elevator slowed to a stop and immediately the top of the enclosure disappeared and the straps retracted back from where they came. Cornellia looked at the interior top of the elevator and pondered on the distance traveled. Steady reached over, held her hand, and gently helped her up and out of the lounge chair. He gave Cornellia a warm embrace and a little kiss on the forehead and said, "You did wonderful - absolutely amazing!!". His face was filled with delight, his eyes beaming; "I loved the views of the planets and everything else - Wow! It was really beautiful." Cornellia felt triumphant, a sense of pride filled her through and through. "Thank you, Steady; I so much appreciate your encouragement, you have no idea." Cornellia felt on top of the world, and yet strangely they were now exactly 34 miles below the surface of the Earth.

Steadygain

02-12-2008, 06:37 PM

Stepping out of the elevator Cornellia saw the vast ocean of calm clear water stretching out as far as the eye could see. In the far distance, right on the edge of the horizon was a silverish/blue light that sparkled above the water. Cornellia was trying to understand how she could see a clear sky of blue with faint scattered puffs of white clouds 34 miles below the Earth's surface. Steady told her, "There are worlds you could never even begin to imagine beyond this one. Humanity has limited their thinking from the earliest days and these "limited thoughts" ( Steady said using his fingers as quotations) became in essense a widespread belief by which all understanding was based. Of course the world was the center of everything - it was flat - and the rest of the universe pivoted around it. As each inground belief was challenged by increasing understanding so too were many tortured and killed for even suggesting a contrary thought. Over the centuries the thoughts have remained largely boxed in, despite the advancements. That is why is it so hard for you to grasp what you're seeing." "But Steady, we are under the ground so how do I see the sky?" Steady smiled at Cornellia and said, "You see it with your eyes, and your brain makes sure that everything you're seeing is for real. The problem is the belief system that's been grounded by information humanity on the whole was convinced is true. You had no other choice but to envision us being surrounded by dirt and probably expected more of a cave type of setting, but reality remains the same despite our beliefs." Cornellia was amazed at Steady's words, but all the more amazed by his understanding and depth of knowledge. A sense of peace and satisfaction replaced her doubts and termoil and she looked over the ocean in awe.

Steadygain

02-12-2008, 08:01 PM

They stood on a large flat rock that rose about a foot over the ocean. On either side the sandy beech extended out as far as the eye could see and behind them the sandy dudes stretched out to the other horizon. Steady pointed at the silver/blue light in the distant horizon and said, "That's where we're going." Cornellia looked at him surprized, "You have to be kidding me, how on earth would we ever get over there"? Steady pointed to the water and said, "You see how calm the water is and how clearly you can see through it. This is like no body of water you've ever seen before because it is untouched by the moon's influence and has never in anyway been contaminated by the elements above. This is what we call "the Ultra Pure" (he stressed with hand quotes) and only through it's cleaning can we approach that light." "But Steady look how far it is, how would we ever make it"? Smiling gently, Steady said in his typical calm, assured demeanor, "You need to realize that your beliefs do not neccessarily match reality. You are convinced if we go under the water we will not be able to breathe, but this is far from the truth. It is only by going under the water that we can go anywhere worthwhile. This will be hard for you to really accept - so I will show you how easy it is and then you can know it is safe and everything is exactly as it needs to be. Once we are under the water the Meralins will come to help us." "Meralins", Cornellia said with shock, "What the heck are Meralins"? Steady chuckled slightly and told her about the Meralins; how they resembled dolphins but had more of a seal's face, and spoke our language. They were needed for transportation through the water and have handles built into their sides to grab onto. It all sounded so strange that Cornellia wondered if he was just teasing. She pondered on everything Steady said and looked out over the water.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 01:34 AM

Steady then stepped into the water onto what appeared to be a rock stairway going deep into the ocean, turned around and told Cornellia, "This water is much different from anything you've known on the surface up above. It goes right through you so you never feel wet and because of that it always stays exactly where it is, in otherwords, no matter what you do you can't splash it or disturb it." Cornellia watched as Steady walked down deeper in the water and swung his hand just under the surface and watched it rise back up without the slightest disturbance. Not a ripple or anything. It was like Steady was invisable or a spirit. Steady went on to explain because of it's quality it could never impair your breathing, yet when you're under you're as light as if it's the water you're use to. He went on down until his forehead was over the surface and stood there watching Cornellia, who stood on the platform completely amazed. It was hard to believe what she had just seen and Steady just stayed there with his eyes above the water as cozy as could be as if his mouth and nose were above the water. Steady motioned for her to join him. She stepped in the water and it was the strangest thing because she didn't feel wet. The water went right through her as if she were a special screen but the sensation of pureness was overwhelming - like her feet and ankles were washed with something that made her feel pure in everyway, she didn't know how else to describe it. As she walked deeper the same sensation went right through her - every little cell within her. She was now up to her shoulders and took one more step which put her eyes barely above the water. She instinctively took in a breath just before her last step but let it out as soon as her face was under because it felt just like air. She was amazed no bubbles appeared, not the slightest disturbance of the water - just this incredible pure feeling. So they walked down several more steps and smiled at each other. It was such a cool feeling - just no way to describe it. Steady asked how she felt and Cornellia was so excited, "Steady, I've never felt better in my life - it's like the purest sensation I could ever imagine. It that how you feel?" Steady smiled at her and said, "Please know I hate it when people answer a question with a question, but did you realize we're having a conversation under water?" At that thought Cornellia's eyes opened wide, her expression was priceless, and she let out a little scream. "Wow Steady, that is amazing, that is absolutely the coolest thing I could imagine." "Yeal, I agree, and that feeling of pureness is something that's impossible to miss if you're not from this world." He covered his mouth as if shouting out to someone and screamed as loud as he could, lowered his hands and looked at Cornellia. "What was that all about? I've never seen you scream before." "I'm calling the Meralins."

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 09:08 AM

From a distance they appeared like brilliant specks of gold, with a radiance that made them shine. As they approached their beauty intensified. They were every bit as big as dolphins and that is the best way to describe their bodies but they more resembled gold fish except for a much brighter radiance which was like brightly polished pure gold with an underlying bright light. Their faces looked like seals, eyes beaming with a happy delightful expression. They were beautiful and genuinely warm and loving. "Welcome my wonderful friends where may we take you", said the first Meralin to arrive; and immediately many more joined him. Cornellia was speachless. She looked at the Meralins in dismay and was so taken by their beauty and charm. Steady glanced over at her and said, "Where do you want to go, Cornellia?" Half embarrassed and half annoyed Cornellia gave Steady a loving punch on his chest and said, "Stop, you know I have no idea where we are." The Meralin was delighted and responded with a beautiful smile, "So this is your first time here?" "Yes it is, and it's beautiful, I've never felt more pure or alive; this place is so amazing." All the Meralins were so excited because nothing could honor them more than greeting a first time visitor and in turn they did their ritualistic dances. Here you need to realize that what is "ritual" for a Meralin is nothing like what is ritual for us. Often our rituals become nothing more than meaningless habits. The breaking of the bread, saying grace, and many other things that were meant to enrich our lives become a custom lacking any value. Even attending church is often to avoid giving a bad impression and lacks the inward thrist. But the Meralins are fully genuine and everything they do is with the richest sincerity. They began their celebration by making circles with 7 Meralins forming hundreds of rings. As the minutes passed the rings expanded far out throughout the ocean. There were millions of Meralins, with everyone of them dancing and celebrating Cornellia's arrival. Somehow each circle knew exactly what to do; some swam lower and some swam higher and every little bit they varried. Cornellia saw thousands of strands of what looked like gold necklaces stretched out and moving like waves in the most beautiful rhymic motions. Her eyes began to water because she knew all of this was for her, everyone of them thrilled to pieces she had come to their world. As she watched the celebration she began to cry and once that started she kept crying and crying because she had never experienced anything like this before. At first she wondered how can they treat me this way when they know nothing about me, and felt so unworthy. A sense of shame brought her eyes to water up, but now she felt more wonderful than ever before and these were tears of joy - the joy of being alive and full of gratitude for being exactly who she was. The celebration continued with the deepest happiness she ever experienced.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 09:47 AM

As the celebration was comming to an end Steady motioned to the closest circle of Meralins and immediately the 7 arrived. "Thank you! That was truely beautiful and all of you witnessed and felt the tears of joy. As this is her first time please make it smooth and slow so she can take it all in and take us to Norvatai." "That's a wonderful idea", said the Meralin who initially greeted them. Immediately he was next to Cornellia explaining the handles built into his side and assured her he would make the trip smooth and exciting. Cornellia looked over at Steady, who grasped his handle and the Meralin took him out into the ocean. She instantly grabbed her handle and the Meralin joined Steady on their way to Norvatai. The ocean was beautiful and the water was so clear it was like being on land. She and Steady were side by side looking in various directions at all the beauty, then at each other with wonderful expressions, and back out at the views. They hardly said a word the whole way but their expressions said much more than words could ever convey. Cornellia would sigh - whereas Steady would humm - but they both expressed the exact same appreciation. Then Steady slightly chuckled and smiled over at Cornellia. "What"?, she said with a curious expression. "I was thinking about how beautiful the celebration was and the way you responded. Did you know your nose gets red when you cry"?, Steady asked with a delightful grin. "Steady, I've done that my whole life, of course I know that. It makes it hard for everyone who knows me because even when the tears don't show my nose is red, so they can tell I've been crying." Steady looked at her tenderly and said, "That is a beautiful thing Cornellia - very beautiful - it is nothing to be embarrassed about". Cornellia saw his expression and decided not to argue because he was so sincere, and honestly he was right - it truely was not anything to be awkward about. But on the surface things were so different and often it's hard to be tranparent and open.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 10:37 AM

They came to an area that looked like a large bucket pushed down in the ocean floor. Sheer cliffs went down about 30 feet and it was at least 100 feet across, but the most striking aspect was the sandy bottom that glistened like gold and was perfectly flat. "This is Norvatai," Steady said. "It's time to let go". Cornellia let go of the handle and both of them went to the bottom. It felt like they were floating because there movements were so light and graceful. Once they touched the bottom Steady told Cornellia, "It's time to have some fun". He then stood on his hands and started walking along the bottom. Cornellia watched him for a minute and quickly joined him and they walked and walked along the bottom laughing and having fun. It was so unusual because their arms didn't get tired and the longer they did it the more natural it felt, but it was funny because they could carry on normal conversations and when they glanced over at each other's expression they often burst in laughter because it looked so funny seeing one another upside down. They seemed so in touch with each other, it was just amazing. Both of them did a summersault in mid air and landed on their feet at the same time. "Shall we dance, my dear" Steady said as he put his arm around her waist and held out her hand. "Why certainly, my sweet" Cornellia said with a delightful expression and they waltzed and danced from one end to the other. Then Steady told her to pretend she's a bird and held her up with one hand while spinning slowly around in circles. Cornellia arched her back and stretched out her arms and it was wonderful. Steady moved his arm up and down slowly to give a wave sensation, then held her by the feet and spun her over his head, then he pulled her down and held her waist with their faces inches apart. Both of them had the same expression, the same hunger, the same desire and their mouths met as they held each other tight. It was the highest high either had ever known and lastest for what felt like forever. When the kiss ended Cornellia looked at Steady and said slightly, and to her dismay, "Your a Meralin". His eyes were the same and his expression was unchanged but his face was like a seal and his body was like a dolphin. She was stunned by this change but she didn't care because it was Steady through and through. Steady smiled at her with such a beautiful smile and said, "So are you". "What do ya mean Steady"? "Sweetheart, you are also a Meralin". With that Cornellia looked down at herself and back up at Steady. "Wow this is wonderful, this is just unbelievable", Cornellia said excitedly. Then she let out a scream and started swimming through the ocean at lightening speeds. Steady took off after her and tried to keep up and they went all over the place. Then Steady said, "I'll race you to the rock" and they were off and gaining speed. Cornellia is the worst one to challenge because she knows nothing else than 110% and that extra 10% got her to the rock a split second before Steady.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 02:26 PM

As Meralins, life was so much different. "You see the silver/blue light in the horizon. How long do you think it would take us to get there?" Cornellia looked and thought for a few seconds and confidently said, "Probably about 3 minutes". Steady laughed and reminded her of her previous reaction when he mentioned that as their destination shortly before getting in the ocean. "What's over there Steady, and why did we become Meralins"? "That is the TRUE INNER CIRCLE we need to strive to obtain. Remember the inner circle where the electric sticker bushes were? That is just a shadow of the TRUE INNER CIRCLE, but yet the angels guarded any break in the circle and it always remains pure. THE INNER CIRCLE is the original source of all pureness, there is nothing more holy or sacred. We had to become Meralins in order to approach THE INNER CIRCLE because our previous bodies would not allow us entry. The ocean is the only thing that could cleanse us thoroughly and make us worthy. This is why you felt so pure, and the change was so wonderful, but even with that you lacked the proper mindset. Then the Meralins brought you to "the tears of joy" (Steady using his hand quotations) and that is the moment when you acquired the needed mindset. It was at that moment you saw yourself as worthy - pure - complete; and though it started with awkwardness it ended with the most fullest happiness you'd ever known. Those tears were felt by every Meralin in the ocean; it is the highest experience they could ever know. Now you were ready for completeness and this led us to Norvatai, where you could both GIVE and RECEIVE the love neccessary to become a Meralin. For it is in Giving that we fully Receive. It is ultimately in letting go and giving everything over in love to the highest degree possible that you and I became Meralins. This is what we did for one another and now it is time to move on". Cornellia reflected on all this and said, "But I love it here Steady and I love being a Meralin, can't we just stay?" Steady was quiet for a minute collecting his thoughts. "This is what many refer to as a "mountain top experience" (the hand quotations) and it is the most Spiritually enriching event obtainable, but it is only meant to prepare us for the valley. The valley is where we belong, it is where many are craving for what we have to offer and if we stay on top of the mountain then we serve only ourselves." Steady seemed to know exactly the right things to say and Cornellia had such a huge heart for the less fortunate and strived to reach out to the needy - it was the most defining aspect of her life. After Steady gave the explanation she was more than ready to meet the challenge and said, "Let's go to THE INNER CIRCLE"; and with that they took off.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 03:47 PM

Huge tree trunks surrounded THE INNER CIRCLE from the ocean and the trunks had holes for the Meralins to swim through. Cornellia told Steady she'd follow him and he went into the nearest hole at the fastest speed he could. The tunnel in the trunk was like a spiral stairway that made about 10 circles before dropping out on dry land. It was formed in such a way to make sure the Meralins landed on their back fin - which served like feet. As soon as Steady landed he wobbled down the trail and Cornellia landed where he was just a second prior. She wobbled towards him and was surprized at how much harder it was to move on land. "Yeal, Meralins are definately made for the water and we're a lot heavier on land". Steady went down the trail a little ways and waited for Cornellia. Her walking was awkward at first but she quickly developed a comfortable pattern and was soon walking every bit as good as him. Steady pointed down the trail and said, "Right down this way" and let her go on. Cornellia felt him watching her and felt half embarrassed and half awkward and knew exactly what he was watching. "Are you enjoying yourself, Steady"? she said a little scornfully. "Very much so", Steady happily said and in another minute Cornellia insisted that he go first.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 05:06 PM

Steady asked Cornellia if she could feel something different in the air. "Yeal, it's very strong and seems even stronger the further we go". Steady explained, "As you approach THE INNER CIRCLE the electrical sensations become more powerful and you all the more sense the presense, which makes it increasingly difficult to go further. We will need to drink the beverage", Steady said with concern. He reached behind a rock, got 2 glasses and gave 1 to her. "May this give us the strength we need", Steady said with a smile. Then he toasted her glass and drank his down. Cornellia was amazed. "Steady, that's the first time I've ever seen you drink the beverage". "This is the only place I really need to. From here on it gets so intense that without it you can't get nearly as far". He went back to the rock and got another 2 glasses. Cornellia drank hers down and he handed her another. "We need to drink as much as we can because the further we get the greater the reward". They drank 2 more glasses and proceeded down the trail. The first set of guards were the same size as the Meralins but bulkier and had a white radiance. As they approached the guards stepped aside and they went on down the trail. "Who are they", Cornellia asked? "They are guards of THE INNER CIRCLE. We will past many along the way but as you get closer it gets harder. They can sense your level of worship and will not let you pass until it's obtained." The feeling of electricity got increasingly stronger and the next 5 set of guards stepped aside as they went on. The guards got progressively bigger and their radiance grew brighter and brighter. Now the guards remainded in place blocking the trail and Steady bent over praying with all his might. After a minute the guards stepped aside and they went on.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 05:18 PM

Steady and Cornellia could now see the radiance of THE INNER CIRCLE which had a brilliant Silver/Blue glow. It was so bright it was almost blinding and the electricity in the air was so strong it felt like any further you would get shocked. Many large Meralins surronded THE INNER CIRCLE frequently bowing and moving in circles around it. Their glow was so bright they looked like giant lightbulbs and their expressions were full of reverance and worship. "There is nothing in the universe that could ever be more beautiful than that", Steady said. Cornellia nodded her head in agreement, she was thinking that very same thing.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 05:54 PM

Only 8 sets of guards were left to THE INNER CIRCLE. Steady prayed harder and harder and when he was almost to the point of weeping the guards stepped aside and they passed through. As hard as he tried he could not get the next set of guards to move, and looked at Cornellia with a resigned and exhausted appearance. "Let me try, Steady" Cornellia said approaching the guards and they quickly stood aside as she advanced, letting them through. Cornellia now took the lead and no one could ever look at anything other than THE INNER CIRCLE once you got this far. She heard a wimper and turned to see Steady crying. "Oh Baby, what's the matter", Cornellia asked with deep concern. "I'm just so amazed with your strength and the level of your faith and love. It's overwhelming how wonderful you are and I feel unworthy - very humbled to be in your presense." Cornellia walked over with her face just inches from Steady and said, "Steady it's only because of your love and everything about you that I have anywhere near the faith I do have. Please don't ever feel humbled by me and tears began to stream down her face." Steady rubbed his face against hers in the most tender manner and he whispered, "Please know I have never known anyone greater than you and have never been more honored to be a part of your life." That warmed Cornellia's heart like never before and she turned and was able to walk past the next 2 sets of guards. Now they could go no further, she tried to pray with every shread of her being but could not get the guards to move. Steady walked up and held her lovingly and said, "Let's try together". After several minutes the guards stepped aside and they were only 3 sets from THE INNER CIRCLE.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 07:16 PM

When they got to the 3rd set of guards they could go no further, but Steady was overwhelmed in delight because he never made it this far before. Shortly afterwards the guards carried them through the wall of fire - which was 34 miles wide - and dropped them off at the path. The wall of fire was a transforming experience in many ways: 1) It was here that any impurity left was burned away and no baggage was left whatsoever. 2) It is through this process the rewards are fully received and therefore the highest level of preperation is obtained for future service. 3) It is only through this process that the body can be changed to accomodate the service at hand. 4) The higher the level the greater the empowering and a level 3 was very rarely achieved. The guards asked if there was any particular service they desired and Cornellia told Steady to choose whatever he wanted. Steady asked the guards for a large center to serve the Vietnamese and Cambodians and the guards confirmed its approval. When Steady and Cornellia were taken to the path they had their original bodies back and the bank was empty. The bolder that served as a door was no longer there. They reflected on everything that had happended and made their way back to the circle.

Steadygain

02-13-2008, 07:59 PM

On the return trip the path was covered by a white cloud which rose about a foot from the ground. They walked back without saying a word, both of them absorbed in their thoughts. Immediately after entering the circle the sticker bushes filled the void and the circle was complete. They couldn't see any angels on the way back but heard the sound of the swirling swords which vanished when they came upon them. They went to the center and layed on their backs, looking up in the sky. Cornellia asked why Steady asked for the center and why that location. Steady explained that throughout his life his heart longed to help restore the Native American Indians but that too much had transpired over the centuries and he saw little to no hope of ever being able to restore there original culture. He then told her about the Vietnamese/Cambodian situation and felt with the right intervention their lives could be greatly restored. In a peroid of 4 years 1/4 of the Cambodians were wiped out and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder along with other Anxiety Disorders are highly seen throughout this region. Their belief systems all the more aggravate these conditions and Steady was convinced that the right center could reinforce their beliefs, fully restore their culture, and eliminate Anxiety Disorders. He was convinced it could equally serve the Vietnamese and in large part made that his ultimate goal while there was still time to really make a difference. Cornellia didn't realize that buy granting Steady's request the center would be fully operational by the time they arrived, so they spent several hours honing all the details until the center was exactly as they wanted it. Once their plans were complete they bowed on their knees, closed their eyes and prayed while visualizing the entire center in their minds. They agreed to finish their visualization with Steady's office and squeeze hands when each arrived. Within a fraction of a second both were there fully visualizing the office as they had decided and when they opened there eyes they saw the desk, the plants, and everything else exactly as they planned.

CorMaGa34

02-14-2008, 02:28 PM

Steady,

This is a story I never expected. Not only is it full of messages we can all learn from but it is so rich and colorful that we will have to read it over and over as I am sure we may have missed a thing or two the first time.

also, a couple of coincidences as far as I am concerned, I like lavender to help relax, and I believe I mentioned earlier about practicing yoga and tai chi, so that really fit quite well in the story. The real thing that got to me is the stressing how much we can use our inner strength and take control, without self-imposed limitations, which I intend to do more of from now on.

The Marilins and the Norvatai chapters were awesome, I still feel very honored, so much love displayed towards someone they had never met, it's something we all should learn from. Finally, using visualization to create the center for the Cambodians and Vietnamese suffering from Post War Traumatic Syndrome was one of the things that really got to me, as I used visualization a long time ago and recently started practicing it again.

No comments about the love story - all stories mostly have a happy ending:)

Thank you again for reminding me of so many beautiful things, I am sure we will all benefit from your story (or is it already a novel??)

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY TO YOU AND ALL READING THIS THREAD!

Steadygain

02-14-2008, 04:46 PM

Steady,
This is a story I never expected.
The Marilins and the Norvatai chapters were awesome.
Finally the center for the Cambodians and Vietnamese suffering from Post War Traumatic Syndrome was one of the things that really got to me.
No comments about the love story :)
Cornellia,
Of course in real life I know little to nothing about you but it's certainly been a pleasure getting to know you (and the many others on this site). The story is nothing that I expected either, it is totally completely random thoughts flowing out as I type off the top of my head in between patients and as I find the time. All of it completely inspired from realizing that in the near future we will undoubtedly be able hold meetings (and meet one another) in Virtual Worlds that are as real to life as the one we presently reside in. You were the first to ask to take a trip by using STEADY - and therefore I felt the easiest way to accomplish this was by simply taking you into my world all together and letting everything happen spontaneously. I have often been concerned that the Marilins/Norvatai and all the other things may in reality be driving you and the others on the MB Crazy so I am very relieved it has truely been entertaining. The story reflects my heart and soul - longing for God to give me the strength/faith/courage/drive to do everything for His Honor and Glory by gaining His Strength to serve His People. In my story you are my PERFECT COMPANION - helping me achieve my dreams. The Center is sincerely my GREATEST LONGING and wholly based on facts and truth. If I could do anything right now in real life, it would be this CENTER as I describe it. Anyway, I am really glad my story has not offended you or bothered you - especially since you are completely in my world and therefore subject to anything and everything I want you to be. In this story you are ultimately THE LOVE that fills my life - THE HOPE of everything I've ever longed for - and THE REWARD for all I've endured and strived to become.

Steadygain

02-14-2008, 06:50 PM

Within a fraction of a second both were there fully visualizing the office as they had decided and when they opened there eyes they saw the desk, the plants, and everything else exactly as they planned.

They looked around the room in total amazement. The angels let them know that God would fully grant them whatever they desired for making it to the 3rd Ring; and encouraged them to obtain an ever greater faith so their worship woud grow even greater. Steady and Cornellia will always remember the angel's parting words when they dropped them off on the path. "Anyone who grows to worship God on the 3rd Ring will undoubtedly get to the 1st or 2nd on their next encounter - as this is the way of faith - in fact we believe you'll make it to THE INNER CIRCLE itself." With that encouragement Steady thought about the various programs that needed to be implemented and how to maximize every form of treatment. Cornellia thought of the business perspective and how to maximize all the details neccessary to build a strong foundation and have it florish.

darn - just getting into it and need to run

Steadygain

02-15-2008, 01:31 AM

Cornellia thought of the business perspective and how to maximize all the details neccessary to build a strong foundation and have it florish.

As a result of Cornellia's tireless and unending connections, businesses donated the materials used for the building, medical compaines donated a wide variety of supplies, and after arrangeing contracts with a wide variety of sources a generous steady income was established to keep everything updated and allow for the needed staffing. It was amazing how eager companies around the world wanted to be part of The Center for Anxiety Disorders, and many countries pledged huge donations. Media Sources from around the globe featured the center in commericals, specials, magazines, newspapers, internet, billboards and more. The more the press got wind of the incredible results the more the business grew and Cornellia used the extra income for establishing similar centers around the world. But the moment they first arrived in Steady's office and realized every little detail was fully realized, both of them just looked around the room in amazement. Steady was the first to speak when he said, "Wow look at this place it's beautiful"! Cornellia looked at Steady with the most shocked expression - dazed at what he just said and cuped her hand behind her ear in conjunction with a puzzled look that said "What was that", but she didn't say a word. Again Steady said, "Cornellia isn't this place beautiful. It's exactly like we wanted it to be." This time Cornellia responded with, "You're speaking in Cambodian." She was shocked with how fluent Steady spoke the language. Steady chuckled and held her warmly, "Oh Cornellia, you precious beauty, you are speaking in Vietnamese." Neither one realized they were speaking a language other than English until the other pointed it out. As they laid in the circle making plans for the center both of them agreed it would be best if they spoke only Cambodian or Vietnamese and they vowed to each other as long as they were part of the center that is the only language they would use with each other. Cornellia was as shocked as Steady and because the language was now their official language everything they said naturally and effortlessly came out in one language or the other and they could interchange without the slightest thought. This abiltiy filled them with an inexpressible joy and they both started laughing, it was just so wonderful - it was absolutely amazing. They stood and walked around the room. Their faces glowed and the approving smiles were so evident in their expressions.

Steadygain

02-15-2008, 05:06 PM

"Steady, you should play the Wind Song for everyone", Cornellia said excitedly. "The Wind Song", Steady said with a puzzled expression, "No idea what you're talking about". "You know, the one you played for Mamikin for her concert." Steady shook his head slightly and let out a little chuckle, "That song is Born of the Spirit". He went on to explain it was taken directly from the Book of John when Nicodemus asked Jesus about being born again. He took those passages and put them to music to make that song. Cornellia reminded him of how Mamikin described it so beautifully and how it meant so much to her. "Wow Mamikiin, I hadn't thought of her in quite awhile. I wonder how she's doing"? "She doing great Steady, things have really turned out well for her". "How would you know?", Steady asked with a flustered expression - his tone sounding more cool - almost angry. Cornellia could have responded with something like, "What's your problem"?, but she knew better as it would just lead into a heated discussion. "Steady, does it bother you that I keep up with Mamikin"?, Cornellia asked with what sounded like the truest sincereity. Steady was quiet for a few moments and looked over and told her, "Of course not". "Steady, you need to realize that Mamikin and I have a whole lot in common and have been very good friends over the years - so we make a point of keeping in touch with each other. Why would that bother you sweetheart"? Cornellia always knew exactly what to say and Steady now felt like a little child. "I don't know what's wrong with me Cornellia, I honestly don't. I guess I'm jealous that you know how Mamikin's doing and I didn't have a clue. It somehow made me feel like wow, you are so far ahead of me - so I guess it was just some jealousy that just came out before I could stop it." Steady looked at Cornellia remorsefully and she walked up and held him in her arms and with the sweetest and most tender expression said, "You are the sweetest man in the whole world and I love you dearly." Steady looked at her, at how beautiful she was and how deeply he felt for her and held her lovingly as he leaned down to kiss her.

CORMAGA34 - I will PM you the rest. Please don't take offense - but I need to let my thoughts continue to flow. Will entitle it DELETE THIS - AND DON'T LET IT BOTHER YOU.

Steadygain

02-15-2008, 06:12 PM

Their love was more alive than ever and as Steady lowered her to the floor he thought about what she said. "That would be a perfert song for the Vietnamese. What a wonderful idea. I'm really amazed you remember so much of what I told you." The Vietnamese were particulary suspectible to Anxiety Attacks in either the form of Panic Attacks or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder when they felt the wind. They believed the wind can go through the skin pores, which made them susceptible to it's power, and felt extremely vulnerable under windy conditions.

Steadygain

02-15-2008, 06:39 PM

This nothing more than a little story I'm making up to help everyone understand the importance of this center. A very strong and powerful group came up with a plan which was considered the largest psychological test ever conducted. The idea was see what would happen if, out of the blue, you brought in a large army that wiped out at least a quarter of the population, elimated all the green vegatation, and totally disrupted essentially all aspects of a country's lives for a 4 year peroid and then left them alone. In reality this is what happened in Vietnam and Cambodia in the 60's and to this day Anxiety Disorders in these populations have been thoroughly researched and documented. I'm using information revealing the Transcultural Aspects of PTSD and other Anxiety Disorders - particularly as noted in the Vietnamese and Cambodians as presented towards the end of 2007.

Steadygain

02-15-2008, 07:17 PM

In order to adequately address the Anxiety Disorders we need to thoroughly understand the belief systems by which this culture is formed. For the Vietnamese wind and temperture shifts are just a small part of the problem. Anxiety is highly triggered when they get light-headed from standing too quickly. They are headache focused and feel that stress is causing fibers in their head to get too tight and subsequently snap. So when they get lightheaded, or a headache, they do not see this as a temporary lowering of the blood pressure or a mild and natural phenomenom - they see it as an experience that is out of their control - which causes them to have marked anxiety. The same thing happens when they feel gastro-intestinal problems or experience some shortness of breath (especially if it's out of the blue). A simple and natural process such as unination can trigger panic attacks or anxiety problems because they fear it may show a weakness. The only way the Anxiety Disorders can be eliminated is if their belief systems are fully understood and appreciated. The ultimate goal is leaving their culture intact and unchanged, while at the same time allowing them to incorporate additional information that will help them understand that many of the aspects which trigger or complicate their anxiety are in reality very benign and innocent processes. This is how the Center operates and everyone is aware that the ultimate goal is to restore their lives as fully as possible to preserve their culture and elimate Anxiety Disorders completely.

Steadygain

02-16-2008, 04:20 AM

The Anxiety Disorders for the Cambodian and Vietnamese people became so deep rooted that both Panic Disorders and PTSD became an inherited trait where by future generations developed the same symptoms. It all began with the sudden appearance of thousands of soldiers from the other side of the world bringing with them the most advanced weapons of warfare. After a quarter of the population were killed off and the areas were exposed to frequent bombings and warfare, the soldiers left the native population to rebuild their lives and returned to the other side of the world. Four years of placing a population in this type of setting proved to be very challenging in regards to the Anxiety Disorders which resulted and persisted over the years. Due to the severity of symptoms a great majority were held captive to overwhelming fear. The only way to block the cycle from going to the next generation was by establishing a Therapeutic Program that could effectively cure the underlying anxiety. As a huge part of their belief system we had to somehow perserve the beliefs that made their culture unique and at the same time resolve the underlying triggers. It was towards this endeavor that Steady established the program which virtually elimated all anxiety disorders from these populations without the use of any medications.

Steadygain

02-16-2008, 09:53 PM

The Center was a huge complex of many buildings and houses, with the largest and most central building housing STEADY, and here the ultimate healing was realized through the worlds of Virtual Reality designed specially for each one seeking treatment. Once the operation was in full swing Cornellia turned the business management over to some local natives and became fully involved with administering treatment. She was warmly received by everyone who came to the Center and her love and devotion was evident to all. Steady underestimated Cornellia's ability to not only understand the Brain, the Cardiovascular System, the GastroIntestinal System, the Skin, and all the other Organ Systems which make up our lives - BUT HE HUGELY UNDERESTIMATED HER ABILITY TO TRANSMIT THIS INFORMATION - in a meaningful way to everyone comming to the Center for help. Over time Cornellia was every bit as effective in instilling the information all these people needed in order to fully understand how and why the body is made the way it is and why many of the aspects of life are truly a blessing meant to bring us peace - and in no way meant to cause us fear. Steady gave her total control of the Gastro-Intestinal aspects because she was able to explain in such incredible detail how the centers for hunger and thrist operated, how the entire tract was made to function and why we feel the different things we feel. Lastly she made them fully aware of the elimination process and why this was so important. Both Steady and Cornellia made the highest effort to leave their beliefs intact and kept reminding each one they met that they loved and admired what makes them so special and deeply valued their culture; "We are not here to change you at all, only to take the anxiety that tries to rob your life." That was the underlying belief and promise that every person had when they arrived at the Center and ultimately that is why it was so successful.

Steadygain

02-16-2008, 10:24 PM

Each person advanced to a higher level of housing until they were completlely cured. The first level began with pleasant and comfortable accomodations. Steady felt the people would all the more be drawn to encourage each other as they advanced to the higher levels - and that in fact was hugely the greatest motivation they had. When the beginners had trouble dealing with hunger pains, urinating, becoming light-headed...and the many other things that highly triggered Anxiety - it was so much more effective to hear their brothers and sisters telling them how those things no longer bother them. It was primarily the natives themselves who so strongly reinforced the information Steady and Cornellia taught them - and thus their culture was totally and completely their culture and everyone knew that "to be free of anxiety was the ultimate acceptance". Steady exposed each one to various levels of Virtual Reality to make them stronger. It may start with the slightest hunger pain, or maybe gas in the stomach, but overtime it became stronger until it was no longer an issue regardless of what was happening. As the people were able to ignore the higher and more intense cues - so to did they advance to the nicer houses. This continued until the final ceremony where by the communities would join each graduate in celebration. Over time the Anxiety Disorders which plagued at least half the populations, and became inheritied traits became completely cured and ceased to exist. They had fulfilled everything they set out to do and felt a great sense of accomplishment. Steady told Cornellia, "It's time for us to go." Cornellia knew this day would come and dreaded this moment, she was so much a part of their lives and everyone loved her so deeply. Her knees buckled and she fell to the floor with her hands in her face crying harder than Steady had ever seen. Her shoulders shook and she a total mess. Steady sat down on the floor and held her into his chest and waited for the crying to die down.

Steadygain

02-16-2008, 10:54 PM

"Sweetheart, do you remember how we even got here"? "Of course I do, Steady". He held her a little tighter with one arm and ran his fingers down her hair with the other as he continued talking. "The angels of the 3rd Ring asked where we would like to go and you let me decide. I saw this region and these people as being the most deserving because the people who largely live here are completely innocent - they had nothing to do with spreading hatred or in any way trying to cause trouble - they were simply born and raised in this absolutely beautiful and sacred part of the globe and out of the blue comes thousands and thousands of soldiers who did what they did." Steady let out a frustrated grown and Cornellia said with concern, "What's the matter Steady"? "Oh it's nothing sweetheart, it's just I can't blame the soldiers either because they were being good soldiers and honestly doing what they were meant to do. And it's one of those situations where you look at the obvious and blame them - and I've treated hundreds and hundreds of Vietnam combat soldiers over the years and they have such a huge burden for what they lived and experienced. I just wish the small group at the top who came up with this whole ridiculous plan could be exposed so everyone would know who was really at fault. But we both know that would never happen." Steady stood and walked around the room. "What's the matter Steady"? "It's nothing. You know I was a soldier too and I did a lot of things I fully believed would benefit many; but what if what they told me wasn't true, how can I know if I really did the right thing?" Cornellia got up and walked over to Steady, "You did the right thing Steady, I have no doubts about that." He looked over feeling a little bewildered and said, "Well for now the important thing is that everything we set out to do has been accomplished and the natives know to the full extent how to keep the Center running. It is time for us to return to THE INNER CIRCLE, and this time I hope to fulfill my dream of dreams." They looked at each other warmly and walked hand in hand to be with STEADY.

Steadygain

02-17-2008, 05:18 AM

They walked slowly into the building, both of them reflecting on the millions of beautiful people they came to know and love and the miraculous change that occured in all of them. They had come to love everything about this part of the world and felt very at home. Neither one said much, both were too busy reflecting. After stepping through the beaded doorway they walked towards the center of the room. Cornellia saw the beverage waiting on an elaborate inlaid wood stand and started to get it. Steady said, "You won't need it Cornellia, you are every bit as strong as me." Cornellia stopped and looked around at Steady with a surpized expression that quickly turned into sheer delight. For a moment she felt so honored the beverage was no longer required. Then she began to reflect on how she had come to that level; how much she had to give of herself in so many ways; how many tears she cried with the ones who were hurting and the patience she needed with so many who took so long to understand what she was teaching them. But in the end it all worked out and she was very thrilled that God allowed her to be such a central part of the whole operation. She walked over to Steady,put her arms around his waist and kissed him between the shoulder blades, then placed her face against his back and said, "OK Steady, I'm ready". She kept her eyes tightly closed and let her mind drift on all the many people they met, the places they visited and the endless beautiful sights they had seen - and when she opened her eyes they were in the circle.

Steadygain

02-19-2008, 03:08 AM

CorMaGa34, We don't know each other even remotely other than through this MB and I am afraid things are going to get a little awkward now; so please allow me to explain before I go any further. You have been taking a journey into my own Virtural Worlds - totally and completely going everywhere my heart and mind have flowed and we have been to amazingly incredible places and lived through the most unique and rewarding experiences. As a result of this our lives are completely intertwined - you are wrapped up and absorped with every shread of my being - and I am equally wrapped up and absorbed with your being - so that over the years we have lived, breathed, and functioned AS ONE. It is only with this understanding you can know what follows is just a natural and enevitable course of how the story would continue - SO PLEASE KNOW IN REAL LIFE I AM NOT INSULTING YOU OR DOING ANYTHING THAT WOULD REMOTELY OFFEND YOU.

The fragrance of lavender was warm and inviting and the sticker bushes had not changed in the slightest degree. Neither Steady or Cornellia understood why the circle had such an overwhelming peace, - a tranquility that very few places really posess, but this place felt so wonderful.

Steadygain

02-19-2008, 02:53 PM

Thoughts of the Vietnamese and Cambodian people continued to flood their minds. They spent the past few years keeping the Center running at maximum efficiency and became deeply attached to everyone involved. It was hard not to think about the people, the beautiful scenery throughout these places, and the rich and lovely culture by which they existed. They sat across from each other with their knees just inches apart. Steady asked, "Do you know where THE PRESENSE is"? "Of course I know", Cornellia replied, "THE PRESENSE is everywhere and is a part of everything. It is in everything that could ever be known or seen, yet it is equally in the unseen. There is absolutely nothing that could ever be wihout the THE PRESENSE bringing it into existence and no life is possible without THE PRESENSE sustaining it". Steady smiled at her response. He was so amazed at how deeply and richly she had grown in her faith and understanding. "My love, what I mean is, if THE PRESENSE could have a central core to it's being - something that could be felt and seen - do you know where that would be"? Cornellia blushed slightly, but was so glad she gave the answer she did - because if fully showed her deepest convictions. "Steady, THE PRESENSE resides in THE INNER RING - that is why the glow is beyond anything ever known, why the electricity is so strong, and why the most blessed Meralins are constantly glowing and singing in worship and praise around this ring". Steady was crazy about Cornellia and moments like this all the more made it impossible for him not to hold her tenderly and lovingly display his affection. He held her hands, his eyes looking deep into the depths of her soul, his face a glow.

Steadygain

02-19-2008, 04:24 PM

"You could not have put that any better than you did", Steady told Cornellia. "The reason why I'm bringing this up is because once we start on the path to THE INNER CIRCLE, there is no turning back and the closer we get - the more THE PRESENSE consumes every particle of our existence". Cornellia grew with anticipation, sprung to her feet, looked down at Steady and said, "Oh I know and I can't wait, let's get going"! Steady looked up and chuckled and said, "Please Cornellia, relax for a moment and sit down. We need to talk about some things". Cornellia sat down just like before with their knees a few inches apart. "I would like to stretch our time in the ocean before we go to THE INNER CIRCLE. This will be an even bigger experience than the 'tears of joy' ", Steady said, with his hand quotes. "This time when you enter the water you will instantly become a Meralin and can only change to what you are by using me. I think we would enjoy our time in the ocean a whole lot more if we allowed ourselves to be as we are now and as Meralins too. So before we arrive I want to make sure you and I have things somewhat planned out." Cornellia could hardly believe what Steady just told her. She loved being a Meralin. "Steady, are you kidding me?" "How do I now become a Meralin by simply going in the water?" This thought overjoyed her.