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    “Earth Has Shifted” Inuit Elders Issue Warning To NASA and The World (Video)

    Thursday, November 19, 2015 7:15


    Global Climate Change: The Earth Has Shifted, Say Inuit Elders

    A new warning has come to NASA from the Inuits. They are warning that the change in climate is not due to global warming but rather, because of the Earth shifting a bit.

    The Inuits are local people that live in the Arctic regions of Canada, the United States and Greenland. They are excellent weather forecasters and so were their ancestors. Presently they are warning NASA that the cause of change in weather, earthquakes etc, are not due to global warming as the world thinks. They also report that

    They state that the earth has shifted or “wobbled”. “Their sky has changed!”

    The elders declare that the sun rises at a different position now, not where it used to previously. They also have longer daylight to hunt now, the sun is much higher than earlier, and it gets warmer much quickly. Other elders across the north also confirmed the same thing about the sky changing when interviewed.

    They also alleged that the position of sun, moon and stars have all changed causing changes in the temperature. This has also affected the wind and it is very difficult to predict the weather now and according to them predicting weather is necessary on Arctic.

    All the elders confirmed that the Earth has shifted, wobbled or tilted toward the North. This information provided by the Inuit Elders has caused a great concern in the NASA scientists.





    http://beforeitsnews.com/prophecy/20...o-2475142.html
    Thanks Calz, the east wind was something that caught my attention. At 1:04, the elders say that "where it rises has not changed much'. What position do you mean?

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    I may see some Inuits pretty soon, I will definitely ask if they, or their hunters, have seen any difference in the sun rising and the stars. However, they do like to tease the white man who knows not much about nature, so .... we will see.
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    Yes, grip, her statement is true.

    O and I had a shared vision, years ago. We wanted to start our own school. We both like the International Baccalaureate system, and I have been strongly influenced by the Montessori system. We wanted to incorporate music and art, foreign language, a community within the school, independence in thinking....we did what we could inside the system, but that wasn't allowed really. And here she is, putting the dream into reality. She has written her own curriculum and is in the process of copyrighting it. And the timing of this is bizarre as hell.

    There is a young man, I say young because he sounds to be around 30, who bought a building in an affluent area of Dallas for 1.6 million dollars. And the building and the land it is on are undergoing a total overhaul. She gave me a tour of the building yesterday, and it looks brand new. Classrooms with tables and chairs, desks for teachers, the art supplies made me drool (haha). There is a brand new kitchen, there is an auditorium though it is very small, and she said they are buying musical instruments for the students (which also makes me drool). Everything is brand new. A complete fresh start. And when the man bought the building, he knew he wanted to have a private school but did not know how to go about that. Enter O. She is already on salary, and camped out in the new building, putting her business plan and dream into reality. The school opens in January, as I said.

    And here is O, then, with a deadline of this coming Monday to turn in paperwork to this man. She already knows she is going to bring in certified teachers, and is starting the hunt Monday I believe. But she wants me there. From the ground up. She says that we have been through thick and thin, and she trusts me more than anyone else she has ever known. That's some pressure, right there. It is a compliment, absolutely. That period of time of battling the school district, blowing the whistle, the energetics I learned about...cripey. And she saw me at my best, and at my worst. And here she is...telling me that the school capacity is 180 students, and that she needs someone who can take the reigns when she is away (you know, an acting director in her absence - an assistant principal), someone she trusts this building to, someone she trusts with all of these little lives. Huge friggin responsibility. Scary is an understatement. Hell, I get panic attacks when I have to go to the store any more.

    And moving into North Dallas. Here, where I live, we have a road into town, not a street. One lane each direction. This school, and where I would live, is close to 635, the main artery in/around/through Dallas. It doesn't get much more populated or congested than that.

    And when am I supposed to meditate, or do yoga, or read? Or pursue this journeying I have started? Gosh. How do I...I don't know...be out in that world and still be who I am? When am I going to be able to play in my fire, or help with healing when asked?

    One huge unknown, is what this is. All arrows are lit up and flashing, pointing at where I need to go and what I need to do. It just scares the hell out of me. That's all. Of course, that is nothing new these days. And what I am focusing on, actually, is just remaining calm. Remain calm, and Trust. That's what I need to do.

    Oh, and thanks for chiming in, grip. I appreciate your perspective. And I appreciate this special space, which allows me to work through this here and now.
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    I suspect that if the Earth has shifted, we would get verification from amateur and professional astronomers, when they setup their telescopes and did not find what they were looking for, in the place where they were looking.

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    1inmany--

    In my life I've found that any opportunity that leaps out at me and insists I MUST grab it NOW activates my poverty consciousness, as if it is my LAST EVER chance of a lifetime and if I don't take it I'll regret it for the rest of my life.

    Nowadays, when I realize that the poverty consciousness button is being pushed, I relax and imagine what it would be like to live what the opportunity presents. Pros and cons. Especially the cons.

    The trick, I believe, is to not get caught up in the whirlwind of HURRYHURRYHURRY, NOWNOWNOW.

    For me, the big con of your opportunity would be living in a huge city. That'd be a game stopper right there--for me.

    Best wishes on making your decision.


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    1inmany--

    In my life I've found that any opportunity that leaps out at me and insists I MUST grab it NOW activates my poverty consciousness, as if it is my LAST EVER chance of a lifetime and if I don't take it I'll regret it for the rest of my life.

    Nowadays, when I realize that the poverty consciousness button is being pushed, I relax and imagine what it would be like to live what the opportunity presents. Pros and cons. Especially the cons.

    The trick, I believe, is to not get caught up in the whirlwind of HURRYHURRYHURRY, NOWNOWNOW.

    For me, the big con of your opportunity would be living in a huge city. That'd be a game stopper right there--for me.

    Best wishes on making your decision.


    Peace Love Joy & Harmony,
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    Genevieve, I find your perspective quite interesting because it is quite different than mine. Opportunities that leap out and insist I must grab it NOW are poverty mentality based makes sense.

    But.... to me the essential point here is not the NOW, but the MUST. Why? Because I do believe that there is sometimes incredible opportunities that are there NOW, in order to give us a break, or change our ways in a deep manner so that we can pursue in the growth tracks instead of being comfortably soaking in our daily but not growth enhancing environment or ways of life.

    In other words, I am more of a risk taker than you seem to be. Sometimes to my detriment, sometimes to my advantage, but always with a lot of Learning and inner development.

    Now (pun unintended), I must say that I live in a city. And I am relatively fine with it as long as some week ends are away. I have my backyard with lots of trees, a good middle class neighborhood where neighbours know each other - this is very important to me and daughter in order to feel secure. However, it is a city, with lots of trafic jams, some stress, etc. You know what, at times, stress wakes me up, it forces me to do something with my life. I have been raised in the country, I do know the difference - country can be real dull and interactions asking for going through our most inner fears or hang ups are much less numerous. On the other hand, meditation time and quality may be better, hence having week ends in the coutry side if one can do it.

    Finally, it is the MUST that is, in my view, a stopper. Obligations at any cost are stoppers, not because, in my case, of a poverty mentality (although I do have it) but because of a false belief system. Must often means "i am not taking the time to listen to myself" and it is based on fear, whichever fear it is. So, do take the time to feel it, without any fear. I must change the diaper of my kids to avoid rashes (3D based needs), but there is no must for my inner and outer development.

    Now, i will retake 1inMany post, because I think she may profit from a different vision of things.
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    1inMany, please allow me to give you some views, but within your own text, in order to avoid confusion and difficulties in writing/reading.

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    Yes, grip, her statement is true.

    O and I had a shared vision, years ago. We wanted to start our own school. At the time, you could not because of your family commitment etc. But it was a dream. Life is offering it to you now, because now you are free from other commitments and will damage nothing doing it, on the contrary - life is offering on a silver platter. Up to you. The dream may have changed, not be appropriate anymore, or it might be a wonderful way of evolution for all involved (children, teacher, you, directors, etc)

    We both like the International Baccalaureate system, and I have been strongly influenced by the Montessori system. We wanted to incorporate music and art, foreign language, a community within the school, independence in thinking....we did what we could inside the system, but that wasn't allowed really. And here she is, putting the dream into reality. She has written her own curriculum and is in the process of copyrighting it. And the timing of this is bizarre as hell. Why is the timing bizarre?

    There is a young man, I say young because he sounds to be around 30, who bought a building in an affluent area of Dallas for 1.6 million dollars. And the building and the land it is on are undergoing a total overhaul.
    There I would have a huge questioning, why did this Young man invest so much in this? Is it his own dream comes true? Where is the money from (family money, inheritance, a venture businessman who made it by 30?) I would want to know if it is his dream too, why, how it came, and if it is in my own perspective as well, what are his values and interests, is there a Financial interest?
    She gave me a tour of the building yesterday, and it looks brand new. Classrooms with tables and chairs, desks for teachers, the art supplies made me drool (haha). There is a brand new kitchen, there is an auditorium though it is very small, and she said they are buying musical instruments for the students (which also makes me drool). Everything is brand new. A complete fresh start. And when the man bought the building, he knew he wanted to have a private school but did not know how to go about that. Enter O. She is already on salary, and camped out in the new building, putting her business plan and dream into reality. The school opens in January, as I said. This is fine, this is what businessman do

    And here is O, then, with a deadline of this coming Monday to turn in paperwork to this man. She can surely negotiate a one week extension because she is trying to get someone wonderful, extraordinary, incredible, who needs this extra week for thinking - she does not want to lose the opportunity to have you, therefore she présents 2 plans, one with you, and one without. It would give you the time to relax and feel/think. Or, you can decide that deep down you know and you take the risk of answering by Monday.I would talk to her for the negotiation side.

    She already knows she is going to bring in certified teachers, and is starting the hunt Monday I believe. But she wants me there. From the ground up. She says that we have been through thick and thin, and she trusts me more than anyone else she has ever known. That's some pressure, right there. Why do you feel pressure? This is a compliment. She is telling you that you already have the needed requirement and stamina, not problem there. In fact, she is telling you that it would be easier for you than for anybody else.

    It is a compliment, absolutely. That period of time of battling the school district, blowing the whistle, the energetics I learned about...cripey. And she saw me at my best, and at my worst. And here she is...telling me that the school capacity is 180 students, and that she needs someone who can take the reigns when she is away (you know, an acting director in her absence - an assistant principal), someone she trusts this building to, someone she trusts with all of these little lives. Huge friggin responsibility. Well, they would be lucky to have you and the real responsibilit is for their parents, not you. Time to be able to love what you do, love those you work with, while Learning detachment ain't it? (I am also writing for myself it seem, I shoul read my own comments lollllll).Scary is an understatement. Hell, I get panic attacks when I have to go to the store any more.Well, this tells it all, it may be time to go through the panic attacks. And, what will you lose by taking the job? Truly, lose self confidence, lose other opportunities, lose self development? I am playing the devil's advocate here.

    And moving into North Dallas. Here, where I live, we have a road into town, not a street. One lane each direction. This school, and where I would live, is close to 635, close to, not on it - just have to live further away in the other direction the main artery in/around/through Dallas. It doesn't get much more populated or congested than that.

    And when am I supposed to meditate, or do yoga, or read? Or pursue this journeying I have started? I had a very deep friend once who told me that the real test is not while meditating alone, but while being in your love center right in the middle of the action - better for inner growth than anything else. And no, you may not have as much time for yourself to read. Gosh. How do I...I don't know...be out in that world and still be who I am? Of course, yet better than before, knowing who you are at every moment in the action. And when forgetting, Learning to kick yourself by yourself in the ass to remind yourself. When am I going to be able to play in my fire, or help with healing when asked? You will be in constant Healing situations, with all those children, let me laugh here.

    One huge unknown, is what this is. All arrows are lit up and flashing, pointing at where I need to go and what I need to do. It just scares the hell out of me. That's all. Of course, that is nothing new these days. And what I am focusing on, actually, is just remaining calm. Remain calm, and Trust. That's what I need to do.Yes yes yes

    Oh, and thanks for chiming in, grip. I appreciate your perspective. And I appreciate this special space, which allows me to work through this here and now.
    Ok, I must admit I played the devil's advocate here - but fear will lead you nowhere. Push it out in order to take a sane decision.

    Love you, and have a good week end.
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    I can understand you, 1inMany. Wow, wow, wow.

    Should you decide to take the job then be assured you have all of us backing you up when the going gets tough.

    I think it's great that you are trusted.

    And do you trust her?

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    Fancy a 3 hour immersion in Trippy progressive chilly Trance music?

    Not for most, I'm sure, but here's just the thing, if you do. I spent half a day stitching this track list together, which is all it is, really, not a proper 'mix'.

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    ..................................................my first language is TYPO..............................................

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    1inMany, that is a tough spot you're in, and it really feels to me like one of those tests the universe throws our way to check on our resolve, that is our commitment to our true nature. You should have no trouble deciding what to do if you know what is your true nature at this very moment.

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    1inMany,

    I googled Dallas and 635, and yikes talk about a hairy furball...

    How about a town like Crandall, TX? Small town of 2,000, several housing divisions are next to fields, avoids going through Dallas, but your commute would be about a half hour...

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    Our elders tell us a story about the hermit that lives on the mountain and his brother who enjoys not this luxury, and how to measure/read spirituality in these two contrastive lives.

    Since this oral account doesn't have a uniform title, it's tricky finding it back on the net. However, I did chance upon one proverb from the East, Chinese, it says something comparable:

    “The mediocre hermit resides in the forest; the great hermit lives in the city.”

    Taken from this link, with an excerpt:

    Quote A paradox.
    An old Chinese proverb has it that “The mediocre hermit resides in the forest; the great hermit lives in the city.” Yet how can our hermit, if he lives in the city, be a hermit? From what would he have withdrawn? Is he taken by the attractions and repulsions that flourish around him? No. Does he participate in all that circumstances have placed in his path? Yes. Then how does he come to an inner separation that would allow this to be accomplished?
    What Gurdjieff brought has been termed “a way in life.” We are asked to “work in life.” How can we be clear about these two terms: work and life? I think of my life as a collection of events and states. But is this reasonable? When I make an effort to work in life, an effort toward consciousness, what do I actually attempt? What is my goal in that? I can recall Gurdjieff’s formulation of my goal being the Etoile, which means I simply need to find the next lamppost on the way to the Etoile. But what is the Etoile—a noisy traffic circle in Paris or a distant, inaccessible star? Or something else entirely? In what direction is this collection of random thoughts taking me?
    Good luck, 1inMany, with whatever you ultimately decide.

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    I am not exaggerating at all here, I am quite sincere. I'm taken aback with the care with which you all formulated responses to me. I'm humbled, and I'm not really sure what to say. I am grateful to say the least, I am also very touched. I have been thinking about everything you all have shared today. (And those who reached out to me in other ways, I thank you also.)

    Violet, that is so wise. Sheesh. So wise. I got the message, and I thank you for it.

    Sierra, really? You looked it up even? Sniff. I will look at Crandall. There are a couple of little towns around this area, and I will be checking into them. Yes, that area is totally a hairy furball. Yesterday when I was driving home, I had to get onto 635. There are two lanes of on-ramp. And I was in one lane, glancing over to the main stretch to see where I would merge into the bumper to bumper parking lot at rush hour. All eight lanes of it. And Flash, I honestly laughed out loud when you reminded me that I would not have to live *on* 635...cracked me up. You are correct.

    Ulli, thank you. I don't know how I forget how much support is here. But you remind me, and I appreciate it very much. Yes, I do trust her. O is the strongest woman I know, actually. Born and raised in Russia, married and had children there. Was a medical doctor and a psychotherapist there. Divorced there. She moved here by herself with her two small children, teaching herself and both children English. She first got a certificate to teach Special Education (she was M's 4th grade teacher is how we met). She also went on to get her certification as a school Administrator. She went through the "proper" channels and earned her citizenship, and citizenship for her children, which took more than 10 years. She supported me through the school district debacle every step of the way. Yes, I trust her, and I respect her very much.

    Okay, Flash. You gave me so much to think about. Holy crap. I asked questions today, and found that the owner invests. That is what he does. He has 7 pharmacies and 3 restaurants. I asked why he would be interested in a school, of all things. But he has four children and doesn't like public education. I will find out why when I meet him. I think this post is getting quite long, I will respond to a couple of your other thoughts a bit later. I appreciate the time and energy you put into that response. Very, very much. Love you, too! And you are correct, I have benefited from every different perspective today. I really have.

    seah, I do not know who I am exactly. I will leave it at that. You have given me something to think about as well, thank you.

    genevieve, your comment gave me pause. I really had to stop and look at why I feel this is such a big deal. And whether there is fear. I haven't decided, but I know I do not want to make a decision until I get fear out of the way. Quite right, thank you.

    All three girls are terribly excited for me, they are so supportive and feel this would be an awesome step for me to take. Though I am leaning that direction, I still have until Monday. I don't think I am finished letting this stew yet. But I wanted to say thank you, so much, for the positive vibes and wishes and whatnot....I felt them.

    Much Love,
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    All three girls are terribly excited for me, they are so supportive and feel this would be an awesome step for me to take. Though I am leaning that direction, I still have until Monday. I don't think I am finished letting this stew yet. But I wanted to say thank you, so much, for the positive vibes and wishes and whatnot....I felt them.

    Much Love,
    I haven’t given written in-put. Partly because since I’ve known you, you’ve pick-uped and settled down at least 2-3 times. And that’s because you know when it’s time.

    My first thoughts went to:
    • Yay! financial stability for J.
    • You get to do what you do best, i.e., you create a soft place to fall for many. Which in turn opens doors for the Little Ones to thrive and discover.

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    I know you are with me, Pauler. I feel it. You don't have to say anything

    Financial stability...my same thought. I need to replace this current income soon, as it will come to an end. Which goes back to my bizarre timing comment that Flash asked about. My sister bugged me until I went to see a Financial Advisor. He gave me the cold hard reality in a very gentle way, that I should think about replacing this income before it becomes a necessity to do so. And he also asked if I would be willing to relocate to where there are jobs, lest I have to work at WMart. That's not much of an exaggeration. I came home and pulled out my old resume. Dusted it off, brushed it up.

    At the same time I was looking around for potential employers, I had the knowledge in the back of my mind that K and Little One and Baby Girl are moving into this house in the spring. K would like to go back to school for nursing. And this atmosphere is leaps and bounds better for her children. So, I was also looking around for an area where I can put down roots for a while. I think the number is 3, 3 times I have picked up and set down since you have known me. And I am tired.

    At the same time I am looking for potential employers and potential areas I would like to settle in, Mike's company was sold prematurely. I say prematurely, because the plan was to sell it in a couple more years. Since it will be sold early, the prior arrangements will not be met. Things are changing all over the place. So I knew I needed to make a plan and implement it. Post haste.

    Every time I would think about going back to work, or moving again, I just couldn't do it. Then I touched base with O, and both situations might possibly be taken care of with one opportunity.

    The problem is, what I am struggling with, is that we just don't know the future. Do I want to be in that area, living in a city, working in a private school, if the shtf? I would be much better off staying put, if that is to happen. If I had never learned what I have learned in the past two years, I would jump at that opportunity. But...look at the violence. Look at the possibilities.

    The only thing I can come up with, is that I should take this opportunity. It seems to be an act of Universe, setting this out as if it is the step I should take. If so, I know I should trust that if anything should happen, I would also see the steps to take laid out before me at that time.

    If there were no possibility of the shtf, I would say...that this would be an opportunity to build something new. Something right. And I would imagine others are having similar ideas and opportunities all over the country. And I would think that maybe something is beginning to change, new systems being built to replace the crappy ones. New levels of consciousness, new energy and all that...I would say that possibly people will be stepping up to start building the new.

    But...no one knows.

    Anyway, I feel like I am monopolizing the here and now. It is time for me to sit down and be quiet.

    Much Love,

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    Fried Green Tomatoes - Parking Lot Rage

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    considering what you will live right now in case the shtf later is to decide base on fear, it seems to me.

    You are already aware of what may happen, therefore a thousand miles in front of others. Just get prepared, wherever you are. I have known people who moved in the country side in the 70s because the s was goint to h t f soon. Guess what!!! lol

    However, being prepared, wherever you are, is fine. And helping if the s ever htf, wherever you are is probably your/my destiny.
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    I've been taking my father to his life saving dialysis appointments three times a week. He hates going and I really don't blame him at all (but his health is improving). It's boring and it smells like blood in the treatment room. Yuk. He says he doesn't want to do it anymore. That is scary for me and I feel quite selfish too to insist that he do them. Who am I to insist on it? But I'm so very grateful that he is going through with it and that I get to have the extra time with him here on earth.

    I'm only allowed a little bit of time in the hospital room with him because of the health risks and privacy issues of other patients. Ouch, its really boring to sit for three to four hours hooked up to a machine. I really want to sit and do crosswords, eat sweet rolls or cakes and even watch TV with him. I have to trust he is in good hands -the staff is wonderful, and that he is well taken care of.

    While he was in treatment today, I went to the beach for an hour and a half (feel a bit guilty).... its so nice this time of year -ambient temperature of the air and water is in balance. Today sunbathed, walked a mile in the inside surf and went ffor a swim. I really needed it and enjoyed it so much. After his treatment, driving him back home, , we listened to right wing news on the radio (geesh), ate sweet rolls and drank organic coffee. He's responding well to the treatments and his spirit is lifting. That's all that really matters.

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