Lost and found

I just found this little drawing I did of my daughter a couple of years ago. Thought I would share to add some art to this here blog ;)

This message brought to you by the world wide web...

We all know that the internet has taken over. It's become the number one way we communicate and is causing us to communicate in ways we never would have dreamt of a mere 5 years ago. In so many ways these changes are amazing and exciting. I, being someone who loves the idea of a time without cellphones, internet, television, etc. am for the most part scared by the promise that this is taking over our lives. The funny thing is, this message is being written and read on a computer, and I pay my bills by performing on television. So modern technology undoubtedly has it's perks.

I could write a hundred thousand word essay on the antithesis of that, and why it drives me crazy. Some ideas are; what it exposes our children to, us becoming an increasingly less social society while we becoming more social through a screen, less outdoor play, the need for instant gratification, the downfall of the english language and on and on and on I could (but won't) go.

This leads me to the reason for writing this scattered note. The US Postal service is going down down down baby down. It scares me because I love getting mail. I hate getting bills, but I love getting mail. It's one of the things thing that I believe simply cannot ever be replaced by the internet. E-cards just don't have the same feeling. You can't touch them, hold them, keep them forever... knowing that someone put the time and love into buying (or making), hand writing and mailing something for you. It didn't take a few minutes through a company that fills in the spaces for you and one click and it's off. It's the unexpected nice surprise that is mixed into your expected bills and junk mail. The birthday or Christmas card you didn't expect. It's the check from your grandma, the magazine you subscribe to, fan mail you sent, letter from your loved one in Iraq, the school photo of your niece, the confetti in the holiday card, the postcard from the Philippines, the smudge marks on the paper, the scent of your loved one, the S.W.A.K (sealed with a kiss) from your best friend.

When I read this article today it made me want to come on here and beg you all to try to send holiday cards this year. Even go buy an old typewriter, some cool paper and have fun with sending vintage-looking notes. Maybe keep an address book with the people you loves' mailing information in it and once in a blue moon, send them a card. Help the post office stay alive for as long as we can. It's up to us to continue on supporting something that our families before us relied on so much, before a time of status updates.

Who knows, you might miss it when it's finally gone.

And I would've mailed this if I knew each and every one of you addresses.


http://news.yahoo.com/postal-cuts-slow-delivery-first-class-mail-141723847.html

Keep warm in your homes and hearts,
*Chels

Tao Porchon- Lynch...

So I thank you all for sticking with me and my sporadic posting. I'm gonna have a bit more time on my hands so have a feeling this'll become more regular...

Today I wanted to post about Tao Porchon-Lynch, 92 years old. Read the link I've attached and you'll see why I felt the need. This isn't about what she's doing (although it's amazing), but just the fact that she's not taken the path we all think we will take at 92. I'm going to go right ahead and say 'packing it in', because by that age so many do just that. We are told what our bodies are capable of and for how long, and give in to our 'limits' without pushing through them.

Anyway this has really made me look at growing older differently, and inspired me to take care of myself. Hopefully it'll do the same for you too :) I wish i could do what she does and I'm 25! Ha


http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20101129/lf_nm_life/us_fitness_yoga




Xo Chelsea

Time to talk fashion

Okay, so it's become clear that my little sister is a fashion savant. I, am clearly not (to anyone who knows me, I am very hit or miss). But it's the thought that counts, right? Maybe not.

Here's her blog:
http://www.boufihobbs.blogspot.com/



Boufi was her nickname as a kid cause her hair was so blonde it was see-through and it was pouffy. Someone called her Boufi and it stuck for life. Taylor (her real name) is 3 1/2 yrs younger than me and works as Canada's fashion merchandiser for Levi's, and 4 other huge lines.

Basically, she reps the lines and it's her job to sell the clothes to stores across Canada. A job people go to school for and even still have to work for years to get that high up. She is so good at what she does that she is one of the most sought after young talents in her field. And she is JUST 22. It has already taken her around Europe, the US and Canada, and she more than tripled Levi's sales for the quarter she worked for them. I'm such a proud big sis lol!

So here is what I've learned from her this week:

Retro patterns are hot:


Leopard can still be cool (thank god; I love it):



I need to find some Pamela Love jewelry:



I can bring out my clogs again (I heard this news, but needed the official from my sis):



So there you have it. Check out her blog for your fashion updates even if you are not quite as daft as I am in the field ;)

XO Chels

Twitter art contest!

Okay so this might be a fun idea.

I need a new twitter background, and as much as I love my dear friend artist, CHASE www.theartofchase.com I wanna switch it up for the premiere of Make It Or Break It. So I am going to do a sort of contest for my new twitter background.

Submit your art to chelseasbeautyproject@gmail.com (ignore the name, it's from my last and unfinished project). It can be art, photos from make it or break it, photos of our cast, or anything relating to the cast and show or even gymnastics. use your inner artist and go for it!

I will use the winning pic as my background on my twitter page starting on the day of our premiere (Monday June 28th) and will keep it up for the remainder of the airing of the 10 episodes!

Feel free to put your signature on the bottom so everyone knows who did it :)

I can't WAIT to see your submissions!

XO Chelsea

Who are we?

One of my favorite quotes. Sometimes it's good to be reminded. Thank you, Mr. Nelson Mandela.

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”

Pauly Boy

So...
my next blog on the artistic side of things is about a musician called Pauly Boy.

The first time I heard him play was live in Hollywood. "Till we meet again" made me cry; and after hearing it was about a couple in a terrible car accident, I feel just as touched every time I hear it. That doesn't take away from every single song of his, all of which have a haunting quality to them. He is a unique hybrid of, (and I hate comparing anyone to anyone) Jeff Buckley, NIck Drake, Elvis in his good looks, The Beatles for their song writing, and Johnny Cash when he hits those smooth low notes. There are so many processed, over synthesized musicians out now; and when I find someone who moves me like this, I feel like it's worth taking note and spreading the word. Oh and this is recorded in a home studio, word is; he is recording in Nashville soon. I'm not joking either.

Check out his myspace and/or facebook for his songs:


http://www.myspace.com/paulyboymusic

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Pauly-Boy/45215527664

I feel like the worst blogger in the history of bloggers!! All these social networking sites are more like anti-social networking sites. So enough blabbering on my part. We wrapped the first 10 episodes of the show, and our ratings and reviews have been great. It's crazy to see fan-base be born and grow, it's really so cool to see people enjoying what you've worked hard at.

So here's an artist for you guys. His name is CHASE. Started out as a graffiti artist and is now world famous. Chase has been published in countless books and magazines, hired by Nike, Western Union and way too many other ones for me to even list. There is probably not a country in the world that hasn't been graced with his murals. Chase's artwork displays strong messages that aim toward light and life and one of his most famous quotes "remember who you are". I am lucky to call him a dear friend, and his big personality is just as touching as his larger than life art. I can't even begin to explain so just check it out on his site.

www.theartofchase.com

Rudy Fig

So I have been made aware of an amazing artist based from minneapolis called Rudy Fig. She is only 20 years old, and her art is a mix of doll-like women/girls and candy. It's really very visually satisfying and I thought I'd share it with you all!

Check out her myspace for more paintings.

http://www.myspace.com/bigdeadvanillafish