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Didache – Teaching of the Twelve Apostles

The Stream at Virudhunagar, India

“For this ye know,
that no whoremonger,
nor unclean person,
nor covetous man,
who is an idolater,
hath any inheritance
in the kingdom of Christ
and of God

Eph 5:5

I am no preacher, but, am a sinner and living in this world in HIS mercy. For a sinner like me too, God gave me the following information from the message I was listening from http://cfcindia.com/. It is interesting.

Didache (Teaching of the Twelve Apostles)

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While listening to  Mr. Zac Poonan’s audio message (Covetousness) this Didache was mentioned by him.

Didache is the “Teaching of the Twelve Apostles”, which will help you to identify the wolves from sheep in the present time.

“Be sober, be vigilant;
because your adversary the devil,
as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: ” – 1Pe-5:8

If you want to know more about the originating and meaning of Didache, kindly, firstly visit the site – http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Didache. You may find lot of  information on Didache from Internet search. God Almighty blesses you, read it with prayers to identify /discern the true disciples of Jesus Christ  and His children / preachers in His vineyard in the present time.

Didache, which is mentioned here comprises of sixteen chapters.

Chapter One

There are two ways: one of life and one of death; and the difference between the two ways is great.

The way of life is this: first, you should love God, who made you; secondly, love your neighbor as yourself; and whatever things you do not desire to be done to you, do not do them to someone else.

Now the words of this teaching are this:
Bless those who curse you and pray for your enemies, and fast for those who are persecuting you. For what credit is it if you love those who love you? Do not the Gentiles do the same thing? But love those hating you, and you will not have an enemy.

Keep yourself from fleshly and bodily cravings. If anyone hits you on the right cheek, turn the other one to him also. And you will be acting maturely. If someone should force you to go one mile, go with him two. If someone takes your coat, give him your shirt also. If anyone should take from you what is yours, do not demand that he give it back, for you cannot.

Give to everyone asking you and do not refuse, for the Father desires to give to everyone from His own gifts. Blessed is the one who gives according to the commandment, for he is innocent. But the one who receives without need shall account for his receiving.

Furthermore, being held, he shall be examined concerning what he has done, and he shall not be released until he has given back the last cent. It has been said concerning this, “Let your money sweat in your hands until you know whom you should give it to.”

Chapter Two

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About David Mathi Raj Samuel
I am engaged in the computer field since 1977, particularly in Documentation, Desktop Publishing & Training field since 1986. The design work provides me creative satisfaction and motivates me to look for more challenging activities. I have a taste for Technical Writing. Presently, I am a Freelancer. My SME (Subject-Matter Expert) is "The Holy Bible (KJV)" and publishing the "Subject" from the Holy Bible only. I use CorelDraw X5 & X6 to create my flyers. I emphasize, that, I am no preacher, I am nothing special, but, an average man. Personally, I am from the bottom of the society, Tamil speaking 'Adhi-Dravida' community in Tamil Nadu, India. Father was Head-master of a municipal Higher Secondary School, passed at the age of 50 (05/05/1922 – 03/07/1972). Mother was a Teacher in a Municipal Higher Secondary School, passed after her retirement (08/04/1927 – 17/12/1993). Now I am living in New Delhi, India.

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Enjoying my self quarantine for now.

I’m sitting here all cozy in my home enjoying the peace and quiet. No restaurants, no movie theaters, no mall shopping, no church, no meetings, no going to work, no get-togethers with friends, I never thought this would happen in the U.S.

It’s a new reality for all of us. I believe it has brought out the best in many people. I found the hoards of grocery shoppers surprisingly polite and cheery. I had three people try to help me get the last can of my favorite soup from the top shelf way in the back. We all laughed about not having long enough arms. Of course at the check-out lines, everyone stays spaced to give sneezing and coughing room. In our small neighborhood of 27 houses, we have quite a few older couples and single ladies. Everyone is looking out for them. I set up a website with a community forum so we can communicate our needs, fears and offers to help each other.

I have taken all the closures in stride so far. The one that hit me the hardest was the library. It closed before I could really stock up on books to read. I have a large library at home, but I have read all of the books. I guess I will start reading them again, starting with the classics. Books on my iPad just don’t give me the same satisfaction I get with real pages.

WatercolorI have a new children’s picture book ready to start illustrating, so that will keep me occupied during the day. I’m always excited to start working on a new book. Sorry I won’t be able to share the sketches and finished illustrations with you until it’s published.Drawing on Wacom Tablet Watercolor illustration

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Microsoft Revenue by Year: FY 1990 – 2020

The below graph represents the global revenue of Microsoft Corp by year, starting from fiscal 1990 to 2020. Interestingly, the company reported its highest-ever annual revenue of $143,015 million, globally. The impressive 13.65% year-over-year growth was driven by growth across each of its segments.

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The above graph represents the worldwide Microsoft revenue by year, starting from fiscal 1990 to 2020. Microsoft revenue in fiscal 2020 reached an all-time high of $143,015 million, globally. The 13.65% year-over-year growth was driven by growth across each of its segments – Intelligent Cloud, Productivity and Business Processes and More Personal Computing. Nearly 26.6 of the company’s total revenue in FY’20 came in the fourth quarter alone. Microsoft revenue in fiscal Q4 2020 reached a record-high $38,033 million, with a 12.8% YoY increase.

Microsoft Annual Revenue: History

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In the fiscal year 2007, Microsoft annual revenue crossed the $50 billion mark for the first time. The company posted record revenue of $51.12 billion ($51,122 million) for the year ended June 30, 2007, a 15.4% increase over $44.3 billion ($44,282 million) in the prior year.

In fiscal 2018, Microsoft achieved its first $100 billion revenue milestone. The total annual revenue crossed increased 14% YoY to $110,360 million ($110.4 billion), globally.

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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) is an American multinational technology company, founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen on April 4, 1975. The company is best known for its software products such as Microsoft Windows OSs, Microsoft Office Suite, and web browsers such as Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge.

Microsoft rose to dominate the personal computer operating system market during the 1980-81 when it formed a partnership with IBM to provide MS-DOS (Microsoft Disk Operating System) for IBM PCs. This implied that for every computer sold by IBM having Microsoft’s OS, a royalty was paid to Microsoft.

On November 20, 1985, Microsoft launched Windows – a graphical operating environment that runs on MS-DOS.

On March 13, 1986, Microsoft had a highly successful initial public offering (IPO) for $21 per share. By the end of the day, the stock price had risen to $35.50, which made Bill Gates an instant multi-millionaire, with 44.8% of the company’s stock.

On May 22, 1990, Microsoft launched Windows 3.0. Interestingly, Microsoft’s Windows 3.0 became the first widely successful version of Windows, from the very first day.

Microsoft has made ten acquisitions worth over one billion dollars: Skype (2011), aQuantive (2007), Fast Search & Transfer (2008), Navision (2002), Visio Corporation (2000), Yammer (2012), Nokia’s mobile and devices division (2013), Mojang (2014), LinkedIn (2016) and GitHub (2018).

Microsoft recently overtook Apple to become the world’s most valuable company, clocking $1 trillion valuation.

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A DANGEROUS COLLABORATION A Veronica Speedwell Series (Book 4) Author: Deanna Raybourn Publisher: Penguin Random House Publisher’s Page for Veronica Speedwell Mystery Series Publisher’s Author Page Publication Date: 03.12.2019 Genre: Mystery & Suspense > Romance Page Count: 336 Pages ISBN -13: 9780451490735  Pre-Order from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Hudson Booksellers, IndieBound, Powell’s, Target, Walmart, Penguin Random … Continue reading Book Review: A DANGEROUS COLLABORATION

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“I beg you, to have patience with everything unresolved in your heart and to try to love the questions themselves as if they were locked rooms or books written in a very foreign language. Don’t search for the answers, which could not be given to you now, because you would not be able to live them. And the point is to live everything. Live the questions now. Perhaps then, someday far in the future, you will gradually, without even noticing it, live your way into the answer.” - Rainer Maria Rilke

Defense of An Other  Author: Grace Mead Publisher: Clink Street Publishing  Publishers Author’s Page Launched November 13, 2018 Genre: LGBTQIA > Legal > Thriller > Fiction Page Count: 312 Pages ISBN-10: 1912262258 ISBN-13: 978-1912262250 Read Chapter 1 Available for purchase in paperback and e-book from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and paperback from Waterstones, Book Depository, Books-A-Million, INDIEBOUND, … Continue reading Book Review: DEFENSE Of AN OTHER


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ACLU Issues Florida ‘Travel Warning’ For Black, Brown And Latino People

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A coalition of civil rights and immigrants’ rights leaders issued a travel alert today informing individuals traveling to Florida to anticipate the possible violation of their constitutional rights if Senate Bill 168 and House Bill 527 become Florida law.

The ACLU said in a tweet: “BREAKING: We and partners have issued a travel advisory urging immigrants and people of color to use extreme caution when traveling in Florida. The state is on the verge of passing a draconian anti-immigrant bill which will endanger our communities.”

This statement is a response to Florida Senate Bill 168 and House Bill 527, which prohibit sanctuary policies and require state, local, governmental and law enforcement agencies to help support federal immigration laws. The Senate bill was introduced by Republican Florida state Sens. Joe Gruters, Aaron Bean, and Debbie Mayfield and would be scheduled to take effect July 1.

This Florida bill is an effort to ensure local governments in Florida fully comply with requests from federal immigration authorities.

The proposal moved forward after unsuccessful attempts by Democrats to add protections for undocumented immigrants who are victims or witnesses of crimes. Another push by Democrats to carve out education records from being shared with federal immigration authorities also failed.

So Florida is actually going to help our immigration federal management people control illegal immigration? And that’s a bad thing?

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Following ex-chief’s misconduct, Fenwick Island promises more oversight

FENWICK ISLAND — The day after its former police chief’s guilty plea to official misconduct was made public, town of Fenwick Island officials pledged to prevent future offenses through greater oversight mechanisms.

The town’s news release today followed the Delaware Department of Justice’s announcement that ex-chief William Boyden pleaded guilty to misconduct and falsifying business records for his firearms certification reports. The reports were submitted to the Delaware Council on Police Training between February 2014 and March 2020 and resulted in two Class A misdemeanor offenses, the DOJ said.

While the town declined to comment further on the specifics of the case, the report said, “To be clear, this was an individual failure and not a reflection of an organizational problem.

“The agency made the discovery, reported the issue and actively supported this review. Going forward, additional mechanisms of oversight have been adopted to prevent a future occurrence of similar behavior. A comprehensive policy review will follow in an effort to identify other areas of potential improvement.”

Fenwick Island Police Department supervisors notified town officials after questionable documentation regarding Mr. Boyden’s training record was discovered in May, according to the news release. The then-chief was immediately placed on administrative leave as an investigation began, the town said.

Mr. Boyden then “chose to depart from the FIPD,” the town said.

Lt. John Devlin now serves as Fenwick Island’s acting police chief.

The DOJ’s Division of Civil Rights and Public Trust investigated, assisted by the town of Fenwick Island.

The town described the finalized case as “another step toward accountability and transparency as it relates to this regrettable event.”

Mr. Boyden was sentenced to a year in prison, which was suspended for a concurrent year of Level II probation; a suspended fine was also issued, the DOJ said. His probation will be discharged upon the completion of 100 hours of community service.

Mr. Boyden, who the DOJ said accepted responsibility at the first available court hearing, agreed to no longer work in a law enforcement capacity.

The town’s news release described the FIPD as “a team of professional and hardworking public servants. Residents and visitors to Fenwick Island can expect our officers to continue their proud history of delivering superior service and providing a safe environment to live, work and thrive.”


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Probably the most difficult thing about frequenting a food truck is finding the food truck in the first place. Busy owners frequently fail to reveal upcoming locations; emails and texts are in many cases ignored; updates to trucks’ social media platforms are sporadic at best.

It pays to be proactive in your pursuit of these roadside gems—here are some tips from an admittedly exhausted food-truck hound:

Search for the truck’s page on Facebook and Instagram.
These have become the preferred platforms for many trucks’ marketing efforts.

Check the truck’s website.
Too many are unhelpful, but a few offer newsletter sign-ups.

Check the local breweries.
Many will have a local food truck on site to help please the beer-sipping (and hungry) visitors.

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Go to the festivals.
Food trucks swarm the bigger events, especially in spring and fall.

Keep an eye out for food-truck-centric events.
The Rodney Square Farmer’s Market is a hotspot for lunch from May through October. Peco’s Liquor Store on Philadelphia Pike hosts “Food Truck Fridays” from March through August on the first Friday of the month.

Pay attention to the side of the road.
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Get a job at a big bank.
JPMorgan Chase and other companies located in out-of-the-way office towers often hire the trucks to serve employees.

Many mobile food vendors will happily haul their truck to family and business events, and in Delaware that market has been streamlined somewhat by the creation of “Rolling Revolution,” Delaware’s Mobile Vending and Food Truck Association. The group’s website—rollingrev.com—has a query form to begin the process of finding the truck that’s right for you.


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Thanks to Joanna Bryant Projects we now have 11 paintings showing at The Narrow Bar and Restaurant in Limehouse, London E14, part of the Gordon Ramsey group of restaurants. All paintings are for sale and complement the restaurant’s riverside setting alongside photographs by Elizabeth Hayley

Three paintings have been selected for this group open show at The Sanctuary Gallery in Northampton.

The exhibition runs from 9th June until 5th July.

Helen also has paintings included in the show.

Delmonte has been selected again by The Other Art Fair to have a stand at the November fair.

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Tonight I am going to GM some more of our DSA campaign. I designed my own adventure for this and this will be our third session. I create nearly all my campaigns, scenarios and adventures the same way. I start out with one interesting NPC. Sometimes he or she is a good guy, sometimes it is the ‘evil-overlord’ type. It doesn’t matter where I start. I usually make my NPCs likable, I have rarely made a completely evil NPC, that is just not my style. Neither are the ‘good’ NPCs perfect. Everyone should have some weaknesses. This time I started out with a young and pretty female thief and the young gullibe heir of the local baron. I had some kind of highway robbery in mind since the goal of this campaign is testing the new rules for fighting.

Once I have the first of the characters I starting thinking about supporting cast, family, friends and acquaintances. Sometimes the PCs are part of this ‘aura’ as well which makes it much easier to integrate the scenario with the campaign. That is another reason why I keep a long list of all NPCs I ever used in a campaign and a list of names to be used for random people that appear throughout the evening. Each one has to have a name. Later I can re-use these random characters and give them significance in a later scenario.

The actual scenario then results from the network of relations and weaknesses of the cast I designed in the first step. Then I need a couple of locations which are designed to fit some of the characters. To involve the characters I designed a unique inn and some reason why they would need to go there. The innkeeper is special as well. Her personality is just a stereotype: a kind mother to her patrons with some connections to the local ‘underworld’. I threw in some more relations and some weirdness and then I walked the players to the inn and let go.

The whole trick is to be open about everything. If they have a great idea make something of it. The most important thing to me is to be open about the outcome of each and every action and to go with what the players want and still make them paranoid. It is especially hard to leave the outcome of fights open but this time it is really open what happens.

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What Is The UX/UI Design Of A Site?

The design of a site is a set of graphic elements, fonts and the colours realised on a site. The primary goal of design: association of all information blocks and formation at the visitor of pleasant impression. As a matter of fact, the design sets the general style of your site, helps the visitor to understand at first sight that for it here waits. Competently developed design is one of the major factors defining attendance of your web page.

As a rule, the design of a site is its external registration which is called, at least not to frighten off the visitor of a resource and as a maximum — to entice, interest him. As skilled experts speak, the good design of a site is an imperceptible, unostentatious design which does not distract the visitor from the core — from the given target information.

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At work on design of a site, application of two various approaches is possible: creation of exclusive design or template use. In the first case, money and time for working out of design you will spend much more, than in the second. Besides, template use — faster and more conveniently, than exclusive working out. In this case it is enough to expert to bring only an existing template into accord with your wishes.

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Next Meetup – Wed 12/6 – Planning for Dr. Wolff! (Google Hangouts)

Dr. Richard Wolff will be here in January and we need to try to get a plan together for some accommodations and an event/host for Dr. Wolff. Let’s get together and come up with a plan. This can really help us grow and do a lot more great stuff than we are already doing! I am excited for this! We will send a Google Hangouts invite via Google groups.

Democracy at Work DC Bi-Monthly Meeting

Wednesday, December 6th, 2017

6:30 PM-8:00PM

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Topic: Planning Session for Dr. Wolff Visit

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(director: Edwin L. Marin; screenwriter: story by George Bruce/George Bruce; cinematographer: Lester White; editor: Fred R. Feitshans Jr.; music: Darrell Calker/Michel Michelet/Clarence Wheeler; cast: Shirley Temple (Annie Rooney), William Gargan (Tim Rooney), Guy Kibbee (Grandpa Tim Rooney Sr.), Dickie Moore (Marty White), Roland Dupree (Joey), Peggy Ryan (Myrtle), Gloria Holden (Mrs. White), Jonathan Hale (Mr. Martin White), Mary Field (Mrs. Metz), June Lockhart (Stella Bainbridge), Byron Foulger (Randall); Runtime: 84; MPAA Rating: NR; producer: Edward Small; United Artists; 1942)
“Noteworthy only because Shirley Temple got her first screen kiss in this pic.”

Reviewed by Dennis Schwartz

Edwin L. Marin (“Tall in the Saddle”/”Johnny Angel”/”Nocturne”) directs this innocuous family drama. It’s based on the story by George Bruce, who also wrote the script. The film is noteworthy only because Shirley Temple got her first screen kiss in this pic.

The 14-year-old Shirley Temple as Annie Rooney, an Irish girl from the wrong side of the tracks, proves to the upper classes that the lower classes have charm and drive to succeed socially.

Bubbly and brassy Annie lives in a tenement Manhattan building with her kindly retired New York policeman Grandpop, Timothy Rooney Sr. (Guy Kibbee), and with her dreamer widowed father Timothy Rooney, Jr (William Gargan). Her dad works as an insurance agent and is partners with a professor inventor who is working on a way to make rubber from milkweed. Grandpa thinks it’s a crackpot idea, a get rich quick scheme, whereby his son is pouring his hard earned money into that wild-eyed invention he should be using to pay the rent.

The jive talking Annie is dating hep-cat car enthusiast Joey (Roland Dupree), who loves the scrap-heap he calls Anaesthesia more than anything else in the world. On their way to a “jam session” with Annie’s best friend Myrtle (Peggy Ryan), Joey rear-ends Marty White Jr.’s car. Annie is smitten with the polite and cultured Marty, and accepts a ride from him to Laura’s house party when Joey’s tin can is too damaged to drive.

Marty is a rich boy from Sutton Place, whose dad (Jonathan Hale) owns a rubber company. When Annie teaches Marty the jitterbug and how to talk jive like her groovy friends, the two wind up dating for the next few weeks. Against the wishes of Marty’s stuffy mom (Gloria Holden), he invites the lower-class Annie to be his date for a birthday party in his home attended by his upper-class friends. Annie’s pushy dad, in a desperate move because he lost his job and is about to get bounced from his apartment, crashes the party and demonstrates for Marty’s father how his new product can be made. The demo bombs and a disgraced Tim is asked to leave. The next day, however, Marty had the chief chemist (Byron Foulger) analyze the product and he unequivocally states that the milkweed experiment to make a synthetic rubber worked. Thereby Mr. White makes a lucrative offer for the product and everyone is as happy as a clam, which proves one should always hold onto one’s dreams or watch Shirley films for inspiration.

Shirley Temple and Dickie Moore in Miss Annie Rooney (1942)


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General Tso, I love your chicken.

General Tso, I love your chicken. So. Crazy. Good.

Over the past few years I’ve become a morning person. Legit. Every morning I wake up to the annoying scream of my phone alarm at 5AM, and half asleep head out the door to the gym. This works well for me for 2 reasons: I have better/more productive days, and working in food, running is always a good choice. But in my heart of hearts, I will be now and forever, a night owl.

The night means night time cravings, and this (for me anyway) usually means something spicy, greasy and/or deep fried. Or all of the above. Forever.

Here’s an old fav of mine, perfect to cure the nighttime cravings. This one is slightly healthier – the chicken is baked, not fried, and the dish is ready in under 30 minutes. Bonus! Cure that craving, watch Fallon, repeat.

General Tso’s Chicken

1 1/2lbs chicken breast

1/4 cup flour

2 eggs, beaten

1 cup breadcrumbs

1 cup panko

1 1/2 cups chicken stock

1/3 cup hoisin sauce

1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce

1/4 cup rice wine vinegar

3 tablespoon brown sugar

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1/2 cup red chilis

1/3 cup green onions

2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Preheat your oven to 450.

Top a baking tray with a rack.

Cut your chicken into 1 inch chunks. Prepare 3 bowls, 1 with your flour, 1 with your eggs, and one with the breadcrumbs & panko. Working in batches, top your chicken in the flour, then the eggs, and finally in the breadcrumbs, getting them completely coated.

Bake for 15 minutes, turning halfway through.

In a large saucepan, combine your stock, hoisin, soy, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, and corn starch, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, drop in your chilis. After 3 minutes, add your chicken, and toss to get the chicken covered. Remove from the heat, and toss in your green onions.

Serve up with some rice, and top your chicken with sesame seeds.

Adapted from Damn Delicious.

  1. cass0327 says:

    Man I love your blog and writing and this dish is going into my recipe box for sure!! Looks delish!!

  2. Natalie Katz says:

    So delicious, have to make this ASAP!!

  3. Angie says:

    I’m got to make this soon, looks fantastic! !

  4. roseluxton says:

    FANTASTIC!!! Man I need this NOW! Loving your Instagram feed too 🙂

  5. This sounds and looks delicious. I’ll be trying this when I’m back home!

  6. Nobby says:

    This time my daughter made it. We love your recipe, love love lovely😋.

  7. Ali says:

    Can not wait to make this and your Bip Bim Bop 😋😋 I love how easy the recipe and directions are to follow. Also loving your Instagram page. You really make it hard to diet or juice cleanse whenever your feed pictures pop up!

  8. Is it possible to use regular breadcrumbs instead of panko? I live in the middle of nowhere and cannot find them. I must make this chicken!

  9. wee eats says:

    This looks so good! I’ve never made General Tso’s because I have an aversion to deep frying, so I love that your version is baked. I can’t wait to make this! Any tips on where I can find the red chiles?

  10. Geoff hodges says:

    Just add ginger and broccoli and this recipe is about as close as it gets to the ginger chicken dish once offered at the sadly now closed Baby Buddha in the west village. An amazing affordable tasty Chinese that nursed many a hangover.

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After a tooth extraction, it’s important for a blood clot to form in order to stop the bleeding and allow the healing process to begin. To encourage the blood clot to form, you will be asked to bite on a gauze pad for 45 to 60 minutes after extraction. If bleeding or oozing continues, replace the gauze pad and bite firmly for another thirty minutes. You may have to do this several times.

It is extremely important to protect the newly formed blood clot for the next 24 hours. Make sure to avoid the following activities that can dislodge the clot and slow healing:

  • Smoking
  • Sucking through a straw
  • Rinsing your mouth vigorously
  • Cleaning the teeth next to the extraction site

Limiting yourself to calm activities for the first 24 hours keeps your blood pressure lower, reduces bleeding and helps the healing process.

After the tooth is extracted you may experience some pain and swelling. You can use an ice bag to keep this to a minimum. The swelling usually starts to go down after 48 hours.

Use pain medication only as directed by Dr. McMurdo and you may call our office if it doesn’t seem to be working. If antibiotics are prescribed, continue to take them for the indicated length of time, even if all symptoms and signs of infection are gone. Drink lots of fluid and eat only soft nutritious foods on the day of the extraction. Don’t use alcoholic beverages and avoid hot and spicy foods. You can begin eating normally the next day or so as soon as it is comfortable.

Gently rinse your mouth with saltwater three times a day beginning the day after the extraction (a half a tsp. of salt in a cup of warm water, rinse-swish-spit). Also, rinse gently after meals, it helps keep food out of the extraction site. It is very important to resume your normal dental routine after 24 hours; this should include brushing your teeth and tongue and flossing at least once a day. This speeds healing and helps keep your breath and mouth fresh.

Call us right away if you have heavy bleeding, severe pain, continued swelling after two or three days, or a reaction to the medication. After a few days you will be fine and can resume your normal activities.

If you do not have an adverse reaction to Aspirin, an alternative painkiller is Advil. Take 2 Advil every 4 hours for 1-2 days or as needed. If you need stronger pain relief then combine Advil and Tylenol extra strength by taking 2 Advil and 2 Tylenol every 4 hours as needed. We strongly advise using vitamin C; one gram every 4 hours for a total of 4 grams per day for the first week after an extraction.

Call Dr. McMurdo at this emergency number (780) 814-8232 if you are having difficulties.

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Urban Oasis in Rino

Be in good hands from the moment you land!

Entire House

15 Guests

3 Bedrooms

3 Baths

This is a converted 2500 square foot modern industrial loft space on a beautiful double 10,000 square foot lot in a great part of town. New places opening daily here. A-line Blake New Mission Ballroom is a short walk!

Super tall ceilings, reclaimed wood floors, mid-century modern, eclectic, bohemian vibe. It's equipped with an amazing sound system and commercial grade kitchen as well as spacious side yard with a fire pit. Ideal for large groups, reunions, and the like.

The Space
Couldn't ask for a more unique, hip pad for your stay in Denver. You and your friends will be impressed, comfortable, and inspired!

This a phenomenal space. It's a converted commercial space with 18 foot ceilings with an industrial feel at roomy 2550 square feet. It's a very open floor plan with two bathrooms. It's furnished with vintage furniture and art.

The Kitchen is commercial grade with a six burner Imperial Stove and Viking Hood. I have everything you might need to cook up a storm. There is a barbecue and Traeger pellet stove if you want to cook outdoors.

Master bedroom is upstairs with a king memory foam bed. The master bathroom upstairs has a large steam shower that sits at least two if you want to get cozy. The bedroom downstairs has a queen bed. The bathroom downstairs has a massive concrete tub and shower.

I can guarantee you won't find a more unique modern place near the city center. Killer new landscaped area with gas fireplace, pergola, gardens, and seating area.

Guest Access
Guests have private access to the house, front yard, backyard, and side lot with pergola and fire pit.

Other things to note
For larger parties, there is one king bed, one queen bed, a day bed, a futon, and two couches. I also have a couple deluxe queen air mattresses and twin XL rollaway beds for larger groups.

This house is available for photo or video shoots. The light is quite beautiful. Please inquire directly for details and pricing.

New airport train has a conveniently-located station stop just a few blocks from the house. (38th & Blake Street)

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Your personal concierge will contact you 48-hours prior to your arrival with access and meet-up instructions. In respect to your privacy, you’ll have access to the full property.

A valid Government-issued ID is required upon check-in, which begins at 4PM.

We offer in-house transportation/chauffeur service for $99/hr.

Choose between our Chrysler 300C Stretch Limo OR our new 2020 All-Wheel Drive 15-Passenger Shuttle Van.

Half day (8-hr.) rates available for $675.

Pets are prohibited. There is a strict noise ordinance from 10PM-8AM. While we are cannabis-friendly, there is absolutely no tobacco consumption permitted on the property.

Responsible party must be 21+. Must have valid credit/debit card

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The Grand Opening Blues: When a Project Team Moves On

The conclusion of an architecture project brings different emotions. For those who use the new space, it’s an exciting beginning. For the professionals who designed the space, it’s the end of an intense and fruitful relationship. DesignGroup’s John Ryan reflects on the moment when client and team members go their separate ways.

John Ryan, AIA, LEED AP // Associate Principal, Project Architect

I have another project coming to an end, and as I’ve now watched this happen more than a few times in my career, I find myself in a reflective mood.

The end of a project in our world is a big deal, the culmination of months, if not years, of planning, brainstorming, partnering, working through challenges, and, ultimately, seeing a building completed. And when that happens, we leave one close-knit team for another. Each member of the project team will continue to do their job, but somewhere else, with another group, for a different project.

The thrum of work continues onward, each of us walking off, unaware, never quite sensing the right moment to say goodbye. A job is complete, and hopefully done well. But there’s little sense of resolution. No one will walk off into the sunset as heroes. Celebratory openings are uncommon — more fitting for reality TV shows than real life — and when they do happen, they rarely include those who dedicated time to making the milestone happen. Relationships have been built, but phone calls cease.

My most recent completed project with my friends over at UPMC Mercy Hospital // 8th Floor Renovation

Don’t let my melancholy fool you, however. A design and construction project in and of itself is an act of optimism, of planning for the future. This work requires a leap of faith, balanced by sound planning and research, that the new space will meet its intended goals and provide a sense of renewal. It is the product of many hands and many choices. It’s always a privilege to be a part of it.

As I ponder the nature of these projects, another thought occurs to me: a construction site is a kind of marketplace. A place to meet and grow. A place where lessons are learned and knowledge is passed down through the generations. All of us benefit from this growth, collectively and individually. A project site has its own economy, certainly in terms of contractual and business relationships. Yet it can be greater than this, providing a sense of community, too, where work is shared and problems are solved in tandem.

It’s a place where people from disparate walks of life meet and form new bonds. It can be a meeting place between blue- and white-collar workers, possibly even red and blue America, and it gives me reason to think and hope there is more that unites us, than divides us. It can be a diverse place too, though there is more work to do to empower women and people of color at all levels of project development and leadership.

When I think back on the site we just completed, I do so with fondness. I ponder the rapid change it has seen, and how our work, our presence, and our time made this space real. Over the months and years, we always learn something new and carry it onto the next project. With any luck, we may all cross paths again.

So, I’ll miss the calls and I’ll miss the emails. Even the ones that raise my blood pressure just a little bit. I know they’ll continue in one form or another. And, later, conclude without a proper farewell as we move on to the next project, and the next one, and the next one.

DesignGroup completed several major projects recently, including the Fairfield Medical Center’s River Valley Campus and Washington Health System’s new Care Center for Family Birth and Women’s Health . We’re proud and grateful to have served these clients and met their needs in such meaningful ways.

John Ryan

John Ryan, AIA, LEED AP // Associate Principal, Project Architect

John practices architecture as a collaborative process, engaging with the client, user groups, stakeholders and other project partners to discover the project solution. His experience includes a range of building types, including civic, healthcare, higher education and commercial projects. Common to each of these projects is the use of design as a tool for engagement, conversation and problem solving for the entire design team. John’s interest in wellness design stems from his interests in environmental and social sustainability, and his belief that design can yield powerful results for the integration of built and natural environments, as well as strengthen the social fabric of our cities and communities.


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Dynamic Lock in Windows 10 (Coming in Creators Update)

We always see computers left unattended and unlocked at the workplace and even worse, public places like coffee shops. In Windows Creators update, Microsoft has introduced Dynamic Lock. When you pair your phone (Bluetooth) with Windows 10, now the option to lock the computer automatically when you walk away will be available.

If you have the Insiders Preview today, you can test this by enabling Dynamic Lock by going to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options and toggle Dynamic lock to “on”. Make sure you phone is paired to your computer first.

For the Enterprise, Dynamic Lock can also be enforced via Group Policy.

Windows Defender ATP – Onboarding Endpoint with Configuration Manager 1606 or higher

To be able to review Windows 10 endpoints (Anniversary Update or higher) into Windows Defender ATP, you will need to onboard first. There are several ways to do so including scripts, Group Policy, Intune, Configuration Manager 2012 through current branch 1602. With the release of Configuration Manager branch update 1606, it now includes integrated Windows Defender ATP to be able to monitor and deploy the policies.

  1. To get started, login to the Windows Defender ATP site to download the policies https://securitycenter.windows.com/download
  2. Choose the drop down Select your deployment tool, and select the System Center Configuration Manager (current branch) version 1606

  3. This will download a ZIP file with the onboarding package. Unzip it to where you can access it with ConfigMgr.
  4. Under Assets and Compliance, expand Endpoint Protection where you will see Windows Defender ATP Policies. Select Windows Defender ATP Policies , and click Create Windows Defender ATP Policy from the toolbar or right click.
  5. Follow the wizard to import the onboarding file you downloaded from the site. (NOTE: SCREENSHOT SHOWS OFFBOARDING, BUT SHOULD BE ONBOARDING)

  6. Once done, you will see the policies in the console. Right client or from the toolbar, click Deploy.

  7. You can do this for off-boarding as well. From the same site, you can select to download the off-boarding package and then follow the steps above to import into ConfigMgr.

Quick Assist in Windows 10

Microsoft in the latest Insider Previews has introduced (or reintroduced) Quick Assist. Quick Assist is a remote desktop tool to assist other users with Windows 10 or apps. This can be very useful for business to help remote users or folks in IT trying to help friends and family.

From the Start Menu, go to Windows Accessories and you will see the desktop app called Quick Assist. Currently I have build 10.0.14393 which has this application.

  1. Click Quick Assist and click Give Assistant.
  2. You will be asked to sign into your Microsoft Account (MSA, Live, Hotmail, Outlook.com, etc.) that you have registered.
  3. Once you sign in, you will get the Share security code dialog with a code. (* I have crossed out the code here. Even though it will not work after the expiration, I wanted to play it safe).

  4. You can copy to clipboard, send email or provide instructions.
  5. Now tell the user how to use the code so they can let you in to remote in.

Remote User

  1. Open the Start menu and select All apps > Windows Accessories > Quick Assist.
  2. Select Get assistance and follow the instructions.
  3. If User Account Control appears, select Yes to continue.
  4. After the steps are completed, please wait a few minutes for your devices to connect

    You will see it connecting and the remote user will need to click
    Allow to give access.

Configuration Manager 1602 Changes – Part 1

Here are few new items in the 1602 branch of Configuration Manager

  1. A new option in the Software Center that allows the user to poll the user and machine policies (without going through the Control Paten applet). In Software Center (after the new client push), a Sync Policy button has been added to the Options > Computer Maintenance page.

  1. Windows 10 Device Health Attestation. This can be enabled in Administration > Overview > Client Settings under Computer Agent

To view the device health attestation view, in the Configuration Manager console go to the Monitoring workspace of, click Security node, and then click Health Attestation.

  1. Configuration Manager sites that run version 1602 or later support the in-place upgrade of the site servers operating system from Windows Server 2008 R2 to Windows Server 2012 R2. Before you upgrade to Windows Server 2012 R2, you must uninstall WSUS 3.2 from the server.
  2. New filter options are available for Windows 10 servicing plans that allow you to filter for Language, Required, and Title. Only upgrades that meet the specified criteria will be added to the associated deployment. Prior this change, all upgrades were being downloaded regardless of language or SKU.

Disable Wi-Fi Sense – Windows 10

Option 1.

Update to registry HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WcmSvc\wifinetworkmanager\config

Or via Login Script or during the task sequences in Configuration Manager or MDT (post image install)

reg add HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WcmSvc\wifinetworkmanager\config /t REG_DWORD /v AutoConnectAllowedOEM /d 0

Option 2.

Modify Unattend.xml to add Microsoft-Windows-WiFiNetworkManager

Set WiFiSenseAllowed to 0

Option 3.

For Windows 10 build 1511 or later

Configure the Group Policy Object Allow Windows to automatically connect to suggested open hotspots, to networks shared by contacts, and to hotspots offering paid services under

Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Network\WLAN Service\WLAN Settings\.

MDT 2013 Update 2 Now Available

Microsoft has just released an update to MDT 2013 today as Update 2.  Update 1 provided Windows 10 support (Windows 10 supported ADK is needed still).  Update 2 as stated in the blog does not add major new features but adds some improvements to existing features and functionality.

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MDM in Windows 10

Built-In Mobile Device Management capabilities in Windows 10

The MDM capabilities provided in Windows covers the complete lifecycle of the device.

  • Enrollment capabilities to automate the MDM enrollment of the device as part of the Azure Active Directory join process.
  • New controls for configuring and managing the Start menu.
  • New controls over Windows updates, allowing you to control when specific Windows updates are deployed to MDM-managed devices (think “WSUS from the cloud”).
  • New AppLocker and Enterprise Data Protection configuration settings.
  • Integration with the Windows Store and the Business Store Portal (BSP) to enable automated app management.
  • Full device wipe capabilities, even for PCs.

These capabilities are supported on all types of devices, including Windows phone devices, PCs and tablets, and Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices.

MDM in Windows 10

Setup Windows Hello with Intel RealSense 3D Camera F200

Quick video to show you how easy it is to setup Windows Hello with the right supported camera.  For this, I am using the Intel RealSense 3D Camera available direct from Intel.  PC manufacturers like Dell have already announced their laptops will have this technology built in specific for the Windows Hello as shown here.

For more information on Windows Hello, please visit:

To read more or order the camera from Intel, go to:

Windows 10 Enterprise with Software Assurance

As I mentioned in a previous post, with the Windows 10 launch, MDOP is now included as an SA benefit, and is no longer a separate add-on.  This post explains Windows 10 Enterprise features with Software Assurance

Windows 10 Enterprise edition includes:

  • Granular UX Control, in which IT is able to customize and lock down the user experience of a Windows device for task-workers, kiosks, IoT/ embedded type functions using device management policies.
  • Pass the Hash Mitigations: The ability to store derived credentials (i.e.: NTLM hashes and Kerberos tickets) and the process that manages them (i.e.: Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS)), in a Hyper-V protected environment that is called a “Virtual Secure Mode (VSM)”. The VSM provides hardware based isolation and protection of derived credentials and prevents them from being stolen or misused even in the event that the Windows kernel is fully compromised. This capability prevents Pass the Hash (PtH) attacks which enable an attacker to impersonate a user on the network.
  • Device Guard: Device Guard locks down the device such that it can only run trustworthy executable code (e.g.: .exe, .dll) which means that they are signed by a trusted authority.  Device Guard can be used in combination with AppLocker, which is also included in the Enterprise Edition. In this case Applocker can be used to define which apps from a vendor who’s signature has been added to the trust list can be run on a device.

Below graphic shows the benefit of the Enterprise SKU along with Software Assurance.

Windows 10 Works with Existing Infrastructure

Deploying and managing Windows 10 in your business does not mean upgrading your client management infrastructure.  Use your existing SCCM and Windows Server investments to deploy and manage the new Windows 10, which has now been officially released.  See the matrix below for compatibility information.  Also note, a new version of System Center Configuration Manager is in the works which will offer new capabilities related to Windows 10 features but is not needed to get Windows 10 out to your users today!

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Decorating, Sewing, Slipcovers

The pollen is done for the most part, and you have cleaned and re-cleaned the patios and porches to rid it of the fine yellow mist of gunk that seems to get into the tiniest of cracks.  Now that this is behind us and warmer weather is finally here, it’s time to put out our porch patio cushions, grab a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, your summer reading and relax.   But wait….your cushions may need attention too after years of wear, weather, sun and neglect.

My first client, Pam, sent me a picture of her tired and depleted swing cushions and wanted to know if I could help.  I sent her to JoAnn’s to pick out the fabric, some 3” foam and with a wave of my wand (if only), I made her these two delightful apple green—the season’s hot color– cushions perfectly coordinated with her throw pillows.  It certainly brightens the shady porch.

Mary had a bit more of a challenge.   Her cushions were in  desperate need of replacement.  The cushions were literally disintegrating when you touched them or picked them up.  The sun had completely dried out the fabric over the years to the point of crumbling.  The question was whether to buy new cushions or to make new covers.

Her current furniture frames were still in excellent condition.  She had several chairs on her back porch but also wanted to coordinate with the current front porch décor.   Since she needed to find a fabric that would withstand the intense sunlight in the back yard over the summer, she decided to have cushions made in the exact same Sunbrella fabric she currently had on her wicker chairs and a coordinating fabric from  It has a great rating with a 5 year warranty against fading and mildew.

When all was said and done, I made ten cushions, two double cushions for her recliners, two ottoman cushions and six dining chair cushions!  What a burst of color and brightness for this front porch and back deck with a coordinated and uniform look.  The little bit of extra time to match all of the stripes running up and down the cushions makes all the difference.

Mary sent this fun picture to me. Completely unware that she had a top that just happened to match the Dolce Oasis stripe pattern on her new cushions.  Coincidence?   I think Mary really loves that print. And why not. It is vibrant, fun and full of life.  She certainly will get alot more years out of her patio set now. fabric match

It seems this year, more than in the past, I noticed a ton of options for cushions in the stores.   Many of these fabric are  spun polyester in which the color and design is printed on the base fabric.  Though these fabrics may wear well for a few years they typically are approved for 300 (some up to 800) hours of UV exposure so they may fade a lot faster.  Fabrics such as Sunbrella (and there are other brands too) are made out of 100% acrylic in which the fibers that the fabric is made of are dyed in a color solution before being woven into the design, not printed on the base fabric. Interesting huh?   By doing this, you now have a product that will be more fade resistant when in direct sunlight often for 2000 or more hours of UV exposure.  Of course, it makes sense that it is also more expensive.  So when contemplating your choice of whether to buy or cover your cushions, be sure to take this into consideration so you get years of enjoyment for your investment. Lots of fun stuff coming up this summer! Stay tune and let me know if you have a project you need done!


text: Shaving can be a bit of a chore, or as a way to wake up and feel invigorated in the morning . All of us at Detailsformen team feel as though shaving at home is never as good as a shave that we would receive from an old fashioned barbershop. After all, they are professionally trained and come prepared with some of the best equipment, blades and shaving creams and after shaves We’ve stock some of the finest shaving, aftershave and double edge razor blades from around the world to give you a great shaving experience from the comfort of your own home. Relax and Enjoy.


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Last night, Oxford City Council became the lastest to pass a motion to condemn the government’s hostile environment agenda, and calling for an end to immigration detention.

Oxford becomes the tenth council to pass such a motion, following Manchester, Liverpool, Cambridge, Brighton and Hove, Islington, Lambeth, Bristol, Lewisham and Haringey.

The motion was proposed by Labour councillor Hosnieh Djafari-Marbini, and seconded by Councillors from the Liberal Democrat and Green Groups.

So, which council will be next? Yours? If you want to encourage your council to stand up to the hostile environment and propose a motion against detention, have a look at our how-to guide.


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Travel Ad Spend Has (Slightly) Recovered Since the Pandemic Began

Experts predict 2019 levels won't be reached until a vaccine is found

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For the year, advertising in the travel industry is still down 85% compared with 2019. Pascal Meier/Unsplash

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HeuristicLab 3.3.17 - Pending

Changes to the previous release that are available in the daily build of our stable branch and will become part of the next release: Download HeuristicLab daily build binaries.

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Can I edit BlenderKit models?

If you download BlenderKit models, these are in 'linked' from external files. You can edit them easily, most recommended through standard Blender functions.
In BlenderKit, you can switch to append objects under categories to append models instead of link. This will bring your models directly into the scene.
If you have a scene where objects are already linked, then you can hit 'Bring to Scene' in the 'Selected model' panel.

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What are BlenderKit asset licenses?

Here you can read more about our licenses.
Basically, you can use everything for both commercial and non-commercial purposes. The only limitation with Royalty-free licenses is you can't sell the assets themselves, but you can sell e.g. models with BlenderKit materials.

Where can I cancel my subscription?

If you purchased your subscription before September 2020, your plan isn't recurring, the payment won't be automatic and you don't need to cancel the subscription. You need to go through order again if you want to renew your subscription.

Since September 2020 the site supports recurring payments. If you have a recurring payment, you can cancel your subscription on the My Plan page in the Profile menu. Your Full plan will be valid till the end of the timeframe you already paid for.

Can I use BlenderKit as an asset manager?

BlenderKit can be used as an asset manager - you can upload your models as private. In Full plan we currently offer 2 GB of storage. BlenderKit is currently more a shared library than a full asset manager - it's simply not in our powers to develop one by now. Blender Foundation is finally working on the official asset manager, so BlenderKit will be probably modified to work with it and e.g. help with the files synchronization.

Why some of the materials seem to be black?

All BlenderKit materials should be compatible with Cycles. Some of the procedural materials have problems with EEVEE because they have too many nodes and EEVEE or material preview can't render them, while Cycles should always be fine also with complex materials. You can search for texture-based materials only in advanced search options.

I paid for a Full plan but I still can't access all models

You most probably have 2 accounts. It's easy to create 2 accounts because of the easy Gmail/Facebook signup, so this sometimes happens.

Who could remember all those logins, right?

Your Full plan is still active and running but on a different account. If you're not sure which one, contact us.


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  • Blog
  • 10 January 2020

Countering isolationism with collaboration as we enter the decade of delivery

In the context of growing isolationism, DI's Harpinder Collacott reflects on the past few years and looks to the future, arguing that collaboration will be key to making progress in the decade of delivery.

Written by Harpinder Collacott

Executive Director

Five years ago, we saw a host of agreements that set out a bold vision for a better world: the Addis Ababa Action Agenda set out a comprehensive framework for financing sustainable development in July 2015; the Iran Nuclear deal, concluded in the same month, was regarded as a significant step towards ensuring a safer world; the 2030 Agenda, adopted by 193 countries in September 2015, set out an ambitious and universal vision with a pledge to Leave No One Behind; at the Conference of Parties (COP 21) in December 2015, Parties to the UNFCCC reached the landmark Paris Agreement on action to combat climate change; and in May 2016, an Agenda for Humanity was agreed at the first World Humanitarian Summit in Istanbul, alongside the Grand Bargain, with the aim of getting more assistance into the hands of people in need.

Today we find ourselves in a world that looks different to what we perhaps anticipated back in 2015 – one in which progress against the ambitious global agenda has been slow and commitment to a multilateral approach waning. Nationalism and isolationism are gripping an increasing number of powerful countries; the US’ withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and Iran deal show this is far more than just worrying rhetoric; major donor governments are apparently becoming less ‘public-spirited’ in their aid spending, and ‘national interest’ and ‘national security’ are part of the common lexicon in the UK and US when aid is being discussed. The world is changing fast but as Jan Egeland, Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council wrote, “tomorrow’s picture looks bleak, but it does not need to become our reality”.

We at DI are passionate about ending poverty, reducing inequality, protecting those vulnerable to crisis, and increasing access to information that will give people agency, empowering them in their communities. And we remain part of a powerful movement that is equally as committed to these principles.

We all need to put unprecedented effort into working effectively together to maintain a powerful force for change and progress over the next ten years. For us at DI, the coming of the ‘decade of delivery’ therefore means we will be reaching out to work with more friends and partners than ever before.

There are three priorities where we hope to make headway in collaboration with others this coming year:

Ensuring the poorest people are being included in progress

The gap between the incomes of the poorest 20% of the population and everyone else is widening – both globally and in most countries. A key part of achieving faster than average progress for the poorest people is to radically improve data and evidence so that the people most in need are counted, included, and not left behind. We are already making headway in Benin, working closely with the government and civil society groups to apply an approach we developed to track the poorest 20% of people, understand their status and key trends that help identify how to target and support them. Building on this success, our Africa hub will be reaching out to new partners in Ethiopia and Kenya at the national and local level to implement the P20 approach and track the progress of the poorest people.

Advancing the triple nexus (humanitarian–development–peace nexus)

Greater coherence between humanitarian, development and peace agendas is needed to enable progress towards the shared goal of protecting the most vulnerable and ending poverty. Working in silos will not achieve our common objectives and the need to come together is now greater than ever. Although we have seen solid commitments to put the triple nexus into practice, as ever, the challenge lies in the delivery. Over the last year or so, DI has convened a series of webinars on the nexus, contributed think-pieces on the most pertinent issues, and published papers on how donors are delivering against this commitment. In 2020 DI will work closely with partners to bring forth new evidence on what works and give further recommendations for where change is needed. One area we will venture into this year and beyond is the common territory of climate change; and COP 26 in Glasgow offers a great opportunity to promote action on the triple nexus, since climate change is intrinsically linked to causes of crisis, poses huge risks to sustainable development, and is a known driver of conflict.

Inspiring greater action on malnutrition

DI hosts the Global Nutrition Report, a world-leading resource that assesses the state of global nutrition and holds stakeholders to account on delivering on their commitments. This will continue to be one of our top priorities, providing an important tool that inspires – and holds to account – governments, civil society and private stakeholders across the globe to take action to end malnutrition in all its forms. It is a great example of the power of a truly multi-stakeholder initiative and speaks to the entire spectrum of those who can play a role in ending malnutrition by 2030. We will ensure it continues to provide real value as an independent, credible and data-driven resource informing the Nutrition for Growth Summit to be held in Japan later this year.

DI will ensure that all of our friends and partners, old and new, across the globe continue to have access to the most relevant, data-driven analysis to support action to end poverty, inequality and vulnerability. We look forward to being in touch to get your reflections on our new strategy later in the year, and to working with you all in 2020 and beyond.


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Devlin Nightingale is a well-established professional based out of Cape Town, South Africa. His interests fall mainly in making the world a more pleasing place to live by improving the graphics we are constantly exposed to on a daily basis.

His experience, over the last 7 years, has been in the Healthcare Technology sector with a focus on international markets. Having to liaise with multi-national corporations on a regular basis, Devlin’s ability to communicate and foster relationships is a key component of his management style.

Devlin likes to play guitar too and his cats and wife haven’t left him due to said guitar playing. Yet.


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Heirs with Eternal Hope – Titus 3:1-8

This story is now about 20 years old, at least. But in the mid to late 90s, one of our church teenagers was a student in a local public high school. There was a period of time at the school where one or two fights seemed to break out practically every day in or near the lunch room. Teachers and administrators would have to get into the middle of what were repeated events that disturbed everyone.

Our church teen got to a point where he had enough of witnessing this, and after the latest confrontation had been calmed, he jumped up on a table and shouted loudly, “Everyone, Stop this! Be nice! Just be nice to each other!”  I’m not sure how it worked out over time, but he made a very strong point.

How should Christian people handle themselves in a world that is often a bit crazy? Paul has some directives that he writes to his disciple on the island of Crete: Titus. This was not a glorious assignment. The people on Crete had something of a reputation for being in the “wackbiscuit” category of behavior.

Titus 3:1 – Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, 2 to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.

That gentleness stuff is not the natural bent of most people, especially contemporary Americans. We are certainly more prone to call people out and aggressively tear them down. Yes, there is a time where truth needs to be affirmed strongly, and it could be argued that such a time as that is now our current experience. But there is a way to do this that is compelling and Spirit-driven.

Paul says that he and others who had come to know Christ were wackbiscuits at one time in their lives …

Titus 3:3 – At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another.

But then there was a change in their lives, as the ultimate kindness was shown to them …

Titus 3:4 – But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life.

This is one of the very best summary statements about the gospel message and the work of Christ. It is not what we’ve done, it is what he has done in mercy toward us. The result is a washing from the stain of sin, an inner renewal through the Holy Spirit, and a future life as heirs of eternal life.

So how should one of God’s heirs act?

Titus 3:8 – This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.

Yes, an heir of the hope of eternal life should not act like the rest of the world. Rather, daily life should be about doing good, and that will take a focus upon other people. This is a conscious act of devotion that is an excellent lifestyle that is profitable for others. This is about as practical as it gets. Just be nice! Share the gospel.

This is our identity – though sinners in Adam, we are justified in Christ and adopted into his family to serve as ambassadors and heirs of God.

This ends our series on IDENTITY. The next week will be off from any devotionals. Then on Monday the 22nd begins a 30-day, 5-week, Monday-to-Saturday set of writings that take you through the book of Romans. I’ll copy them here to this site, though there is a dedicated site for these writings to accompany the upcoming citywide sermon series called “Overcomer.”  You might invite friends to follow that at www.ReadRomans.com.

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About Randy Buchman

I live in Western Maryland, and among my too many pursuits and hobbies, I regularly feed multiple hungry blogs. I played college baseball, coached championship cross country teams at Williamsport (MD) High School, and have been a sportswriter for various publications and online venues. My main profession is as the lead pastor of a church in Hagerstown called Tri-State Fellowship. And I'm active in Civil War history and work/serve at Antietam National Battlefield with the Antietam Battlefield Guides organization. Occasionally I sleep.

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Small to medium businesses get loan access

Matt Coughlan
(Australian Associated Press)

Small to medium-sized businesses will be able to access government-guaranteed loans worth up to $1 million under a plan to drive investment.

Raising the cap from $250,000 to $1 million could benefit up to 3.5 million companies as the focus of the scheme switches from working capital to investment loans.

Loan tenures will be extended from three to five years under a program slated to run until June next year.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said there was cause for optimism despite the grim state of the economy.

“I just don’t want Australia to survive the COVID recession, I want us to emerge strongly from it,” he told reporters in Sydney on Monday.

“We’re not a country that just survives, we’re a country that always seeks to thrive.”

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said businesses would be able to use the loans to buy machinery, purchase fit-outs or make other investments.

“If reflects the fact that small businesses are the backbone of our economy,” he told Sky News.

“They’re going to be a key part of our recovery.”

He said 15,500 businesses had been loaned $1.5 billion through the program, which is guaranteed 50-50 between the government and banks.

“We’re giving them access to more money at lower rates and for longer periods,” Mr Frydenberg told the Nine Network.

Shadow treasurer Jim Chalmers said the initial scheme was grossly under-subscribed.

“The second attempt by the Morrison government at its SME guarantee scheme needs to do a much better job of supporting small businesses than the first one did,” he said.

But Labor is expected to support the scheme.

The prime minister is confident businesses will make sound decisions about taking on debt through the loan scheme.

“They will be looking sensibly at what their commercial opportunities are and then they’ll make those judgements,” Mr Morrison said.

Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell is urging companies to only borrow money from Australian Financial Complaints Authority members.

“Not all lenders are AFCA members – in fact many are not – and small businesses need to be aware of the risks,” she said.

“Access to funding continues to be a major issue for small businesses. It’s crucial they make the right choices when it comes to managing their finances.”

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Quick Answer: How A Poem Is Written?

How many lines is a short poem?

However, a haiku has three lines, a sonnet has fourteen.

There are specific poems that require specific length.

However, the shortest poems are a single line and epic poems may go on for pages.

Although some may question it is a poem, the world’s shortest poem is one line..

What is a verse in a poem?

In the countable sense, a verse is formally a single metrical line in a poetic composition. However, verse has come to represent any division or grouping of words in a poetic composition, with groupings traditionally having been referred to as stanzas.

What is form and structure?

Structure is all about pinning down the framework of a text, including its sequence of events, how they are told, and how they are all threaded together, whereas form deals with the genre of a text, and how it appears in a certain work of literature. Answered by Alex S. • English Literature tutor.

What are the steps to write a poem?

How to Write a Poem in 8 Steps (+ Tips from a Published Poet)Brainstorm your starting point. … Free-write in prose. … Choose your poem’s form and style. … Read for inspiration. … Start writing for an audience of one — you. … Read your poem out loud. … Take a break to refresh your mind. … Revise your poem.

What is the structure and form of a poem?

Form, in poetry, can be understood as the physical structure of the poem: the length of the lines, their rhythms, their system of rhymes and repetition. In this sense, it is normally reserved for the type of poem where these features have been shaped into a pattern, especially a familiar pattern.

How do you know the form of a poem?

The form of a poem is how we describe the overarching structure or pattern of the poem. A poem’s form can be identified by analysing its structure. Poems may be divided into stanzas with different numbers of lines.

What is a poem format?

The form of your poem is the physical structure. It can have requirements for rhyme, line length, number of lines/stanzas, etc. Here are different types of poetry forms: Sonnet – A short, rhyming poem of 14 lines. Haiku – A poem of 3 lines where the first is 5 syllables, the middle is 7 syllables, and the last is 5.

What is the structure of a poem examples?

Lines or entire stanzas can be arranged in a way that creates or evokes a specific emotion in the reader. One example of this is a sonnet. Sonnets are 14-line poems that adhere to a specific rhyme scheme.

How do you write a short poem?

How to Write Short PoemsGet Inspired. Carry the inspiration until something sparks. … Just Say It. Challenge yourself to tell a story or describe a moment in, say, no more than five lines. … Select Your Words. … Read. … Style. … Get Some Space. … Share.

What are the examples of poem?

Examples of Poem in LiteratureExample #1: While you Decline to Cry (By Ō no Yasumaro) Haiku Poem. … Example #2: The Song of Hiawatha (By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) Epic Poem. … Example #3: After the Sea-Ship (By Walt Whitman) Free Verse Poem. … Example #4: La Belle Dame sans Merci (By John Keats) Ballad.

How do you write a cute poem?

How to Write a Love PoemStart with Feelings. When you look at the person you love, what runs through your mind? … Remember the Firsts. Everyone loves a bit of nostalgia. … Make it a Romantic Comparison. … Use a Sincere Tone. … Don’t Stress the Rhyme Scheme. … Spread the Love.

How long is a short poem?

Short Means Four Lines or Less. A poem’s best when it is brief.


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Colombia Peace Talk Preparations Start in Cuba

By Dialogo
November 08, 2012

Negotiators for the Colombian government and leftist FARC guerrillas opened two days of talks on November 6, prior to the peace negotiations set to start in Cuba on November 15, diplomats told AFP.

A source described the gathering as “an internal meeting” between representatives of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia guerrilla and the government of Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos.

The private meeting meant that peace guarantors from Norway, Cuba, Venezuela and Chile were absent.

Cuban state news agency Prensa Latina reported that the meeting was intended for both sides to “define technical aspects behind closed doors” of the formal negotiations.

Colombia and Latin America’s longest-fighting rebels formally launched peace talks in Norway on October 18, aimed at ending nearly five decades of a conflict that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives.

These are the first direct talks between the two sides in 10 years.

The two sides will be discussing a five-point agenda that includes rural development, illegal drugs, reparations, and how to demobilize the guerrilla fighters and incorporate them into Colombia’s political process.

The Anncol news agency, sympathetic to the FARC rebels, reported that 34-year-old Dutch born guerrilla Tanja Nijmeijer is set to arrive in Cuba to be a spokesperson for the guerrillas.

U.S. officials want Nijmeijer – a former schoolteacher who joined the FARC in 2002 – for her alleged role in the abduction of three U.S. contractors in 2003. Colombian commandos released the American contractors along with Colombian presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt in a daring 2008 operation.

Latin America’s largest rebel group, founded in 1964 and with some 9,200 armed fighters, may be ready for a truce after a long string of setbacks.

In recent years several top rebel leaders have been killed or captured. Guerrilla ranks have also shrunk to half of what they were at their peak in the 1990s.


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GDPR 5 Minute Guide for Digital Nomads' Clients

What is GDPR?

The General Data Protection Regulation is a wide-ranging regulation designed to protect the privacy of individuals and give them control over how their personal data is processed, including how it’s collected, stored and used. It will be enacted in the UK through a new Data Protection Act, coming into force on 25 May.

What does GDPR mean?

Although GDPR might seem scary at first, many see it as a positive step forward for data protection. Some of the key areas GDPR covers are:

  • personal data about individuals (absolutely all of it)
    This includes your customers, employees, suppliers and any other individual you collect personal data from. Personal data includes names, contacts, medical information, credit card or bank account details and more.
  • how you collect personal data
    You can only collect personal data if you have a legal reason to do so. You might need it for a sales contract, for example. Or your customer may have asked you to send them some information on your product or service. In all cases, you must make it clear what the personal data will be used for – and only use it for that purpose.
  • user contracts and terms and conditions (on websites, for example)
    These need to be simple, clear and easy to understand – with no complicated legal text.
  • the right to know
    Individuals can ask a business what information is being held about them. This isn’t a new right, but organisations must now respond within one month and can’t charge a fee (which they used to be able to do).
  • the right to erasure
    Customers can ask a company to delete all stored personal data about them, unless the company needs to keep that information for legal reasons, such as tax.
  • data portability
    Individuals can request a digital copy of their personal data to use, however they like, including transitioning to a new service provider.
  • data breach
    You’re obliged to report certain types of data breach to the Information Commissioner’s Officer (the ICO is the UK regulator).

Brexit won’t affect your obligation to comply.

GDPR and data protection

It’s important to understand the spirit of GDPR. The legislation came into existence because of the way personal data has been treated in the past. Many companies treated personal data as a resource they could utilise without regard to the rights of individuals.

For example, some companies sold customers’ email addresses, allowed sensitive data to be seen by unauthorised people, and failed to adequately protect data against hackers.

GDPR gives control of personal data back to the people who own it and requires organisations to make data protection a core part of their operations and processes. This is likely to affect big, data-driven organisations first. But small organisations aren’t exempt. We’ve set out some steps below that you can take to make sure you’re prepared.

Does GDPR affect data security?

Data security is a big part of GDPR. If you process personal data you have a duty to keep it safe so it’s important to ensure that any personal data held by you is securely stored.

You will need to think about encryption. Password protection does not encrypt data which is easily recovered from devices without encryption. The ICO have already fined individuals and organisations where unencrypted laptops or other computer equipment has been lost or stolen.

GDPR also governs where you store personal data, and what safeguards you must have in place in order to store and process that personal data outside of the EU. For example, if you’re transferring personal data to a US-based company (that will store it in the US), you should check they have a Data Protection Addendum in place. This is required under the GDPR (Processor Terms) and should incorporate standard contractual clauses for controller to processor transfers of personal data from the EEA to a third country.

Summary of GDPR

There are many aspects to GDPR, but it really boils down to being clear and ethical with the personal data you process – that means treating it as you’d treat something valuable of your own. Some initial practical steps you can take to get GDPR compliant are:

Check products and services

  • Check which of your products or services collect and process personal data.
  • Ensure you have a legal basis for the processing of personal data.
  • Ensure you can comply with the obligations to your customers as set out in the GDPR (such as the right of access and the right of erasure).

Review notices and contracts

  • Update your internal and external notices for GDPR compliance.
  • Ensure your customer contracts are GDPR compliant.

Assign responsibility

  • Make someone in your organisation responsible for data protection and privacy.
  • Consider whether you need to appoint a Data Protection Officer – check out the ICO’s guidance for more info.
  • Provide data protection training for staff.

Take care over security

Ensure systems that collect, process and store personal data are secure. Implement encryption. Consider the security of data saved to cloud based solutions e.g. Dropbox, Google Drive, One Drive etc.

GDPR resources

You can get useful information on GDPR from:

You should also consider seeking professional advice to ensure you are compliant.