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I recently had the pleasure of teaming up with George Freeman on the pencilling chores for a Star Wars limited series titled Lost Suns. I did the rough layouts with George using those as the basis for his finished pencil art. It was a great experience and made for a very interesting hybrid stylistically. Here's a look at the process,and the results.
The most recent project on my board is a four issue series for Marvel called Iron Man Redux . Written by the classic I.M. team of David Micheline and Bob Layton the storyline harkens back to the time period just after the second Armor Wars . Bob is also inking the project bringing his patented lustre to the pencil art. I've deliberately pulled back the my usual blackspotting to allow Bob full freedom in his 'finishes'.
Iron Man Redux's release date is not yet scheduled but I will update this posting as soon as it is.
See below for a sneak peak at Bob Layton's amazing Inks on the Iron man project. I have set them up side by side with the pencil art for comparison's sake. (That must be the teacher in me coming out !)


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Were the Recent General Wesley Clark Comments Part of Jade Helm AI Psyop?
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Contributed by Bernie Suarez
It's March 7th of 2007. General Wesley Clark is about to do an interview on Democracy Now with Amy Goodman. He's about to boldly tell the world that on September 20, 2001 after meeting with Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld and Deputy Secretary Paul Wolfowitz he met with members of the Joint Staff at the Pentagon where he was shown a Pentagon memo admitting a criminal pre-emptive war super plan to invade and destroy "7 countries in 5 years" perfectly consistent with the globalist Project for a New American Century plans (PNAC). These aggressive unprovoked attacks and invasions, it was admitted in this memo, would take place for no other reason than the fact that they can do it! Clark nonchalantly explains- when all you have is a hammer ... everything just need to look like a nail. And as we can see that's exactly what the U.S. lead war machine has done post 9/11. They've made every country they want to invade "look like a nail" by creating and funding terror groups like Al Qaeda and now ISIS to destabilize one country after another.
It appears that once again General Wesley Clark has shocked the world by opening his mouth and telling the truth about what the globalist are planning. The first time he opened his mouth the world was shocked to hear him admit the wars or attempted wars against Iraq, Lebanon, Sudan, Somalia, Libya, Syria and Iran would be all staged lies. Thanks General Clark!
Now that the General has opened his mouth again. This time telling us that anyone not supporting or not loyal to the U.S. war machine in the staged war on terror should be detained in an internment camp! Thanks again General Clark for spewing the truth about where this evil new world order is headed and what you guys are thinking.
You may be starting to think that General Clark is simply the chosen erratic voice of the new world order. The patsy mouthpiece who perhaps by design just can't help but to open his mouth and divulge information designed to shock us all. But before you make any conclusions about what you think is happening consider this very important suggestion. One that I can't help but to consider given the timing of Clarks bizarre statements.
It is entirely possible that many of the events we are now seeing are being dictated by Jade Helm 15 Artificial Intelligence environment control agenda. Take into consideration that four U.S. military personnel were recently gunned down by a supposed "lone wolf" in what could very likely be yet another false flag shooting since it has many of the markings of one. During the predictable coverage of this shooting notice that CIA's mainstream media has been very careful to push the phrases "lone wolf", "extremists", and specifically in Clark's recent appearance the media uses the phrase "self-radicalized lone wolf"!
It's like they are describing a new super dangerous version of the "lone wolf" of a few years ago. I had been saying it for years that the word "terrorist" was losing it's strength. The Western globalist cabal and their media had been accusing everyone of being a terrorist and Americans thought of terrorists as being foreigners, so they needed a new twist to make the average American a terrorist.
In response to this problem as I explained some time back, the globalists launched the "lone wolf" psyop phrase at the time of the May 1, 2011 Bin Laden death hoax. Say hello to Erick Stakelbeck, one of the pioneers of this phrase. No doubt a CIA asset, Stakelbeck has a long history of working to build up fake terror and new bogeyman campaigns dating back to the early-mid 1990's as I indicated in the article back then.
What I believe we are seeing now is the work of people like Erick Stakelbeck come to full fruition. The plan all along after all, was to go after the individual. The goal of Jade Helm admitted by U.S. military documents is to target and control the individual or should I say "master the human domain". This attempt to master the human domain starts with events like the shooting. Then the reactions to the event and reactions to bold yet ignorant comments like the comments put out by Clark.
Also, I believe the controllers are putting out the narrative that anyone who opposes the U.S. military (ie. Jade Helm) is a "radicalized lone wolf" or terrorist. Up until now, we had never heard this kind of talk and I don't believe it's a coincident that all of this is coinciding with Jade Helm. The controllers are even putting out a story about civilians (Oath Keepers incidentally) "guarding" military recruit depots. What?? U.S. military is being worshipped in a whole new way just as Jade Helm is underway. Coincidence? You decide. And what will they have in store next? We will all be waiting and witnessing this in the upcoming months.
In case you are not paying attention please notice that the show has begun. The globalist are determined to get their new world order, they are going for it all and they want to shut up all truth seekers, critical thinkers, lovers of freedom and anyone who is mentally free from the globalist lies and CIA staged news.
So today I want to smile at General Wesley Clark and tell him that I wish him the best at whatever he wishes to see. Clark I suppose will sleep better at night knowing that truth seekers and those who DON'T support CIA's phony war on terror are locked up. Clark wants you to shut your mind and don't acknowledge the truth that is hitting you in the face. He says shut up and turn off your mind or you deserve to be in a camp. That's okay General, we love you too sir. Sorry, you and Jade Helm AI software can read this reaction.
Notice to General Clark- We are one. Truth is realized. You cannot lock up consciousness General Clark. You and your people are failing now and that is why you put so much effort into what you do. I on the other hand know that humanity is more than just one person. You can lock up "radicalized lone wolves" but you cannot stop the human spirit, consciousness, spreading ideas, freedom, motivation, and the fire that burns in all of us. So, by all means your efforts are analogous to the fear-based efforts of other tyrants of the past. Is there a difference??
So for every day that truth roars on I say it's another day of victory for humanity. Too many of us are awakened General Clark, why don't you give up your NATO post and join us now?
What this means to me is that it's a great time to be alive. Take a deep breath and prepare for the cutting edge battle between the globalist (very likely AI orchestrated) propaganda events versus humanity and the spontaneous real-time magic that only humans can provide. I absolutely believe humanity will eventually prevail. Humanity will learn from whatever happens. Look how much humanity has learned from 9/11, Guantanamo, Iraq, ISIS psyop. Truth will absolutely prevail over lies and propaganda. Or should I say truth is prevailing right now over lies and propaganda.
So as we continue to experience this madness known as the expanding new world order let's continue to think in a forward manner. This article is primarily an accumulation of ideas and information. You do your own research, make your own conclusions then always ask yourself- what can I do about this? Always think of an action you can take. I'll leave you with a few.
1- Stay vigilant and stay informed. Jade Helm is underway. Look for military related stories, stories and false flag shootings that demonize the individual, look and see what stories CIA's mainstream media choose to pay attention to (HINT), and see what they offer as the "solution".
2- Stay calm, don't overreact, stay focused. Stick to the truth at whatever cost. Remember you have a right to oppose illegal wars and you have a right to oppose government created and sponsored staged terror. So you are just exercising those rights and that's great. If an oppressive government and tyrants in charge want to take that right away then it's time to remove those traitors from the position they are in now. Remember that we have the structure in place to deal with tyranny, it's called the U.S. Constitution. Start getting familiar with it. All of the answers on how to deal with tyranny are in this document. That's a great reason to remain positive and calm.
3- Start choosing personal interaction over social media. Rekindle that human touch again in a way that doesn't feed into Jade Helm software. This is easier than you think. Consider deactivating your social media accounts especially Facebook. You would be surprised how easy this is to do and what this might do for your social life.
4- Turn off mainstream media. It's still a good idea however to track mainstream media stories so you are updated on the latest lies.
5- Keep doing what you normally would do. Remember to relax and keep having fun. They put out more fear, you put out more positive vibrations. Find ways of laughing all of this off and find creative ways of sharing this message.
6- Become self reliant. This is a long term effort and you can only do it one item at a time. Do the best you can to be ready if the next false flag causes a catastrophic societal change.
7- When you study the U.S. Constitution ask yourself- is it time to seriously consider taking back the power of the sword and the purse by organizing a Constitutional Militia? Not sure? Then learn about this here and educate yourself so you can explain it to someone. Spread the awareness of this potentially powerful solution.
8- Look for ways to bring people together of different beliefs. We need solution-minded people from different persuasions and ideological beliefs to come together. These people have to purpose to come together and to set aside differences. That will give us a stronger voice and make change more possible.
These are just some suggestions of things we can be focusing on to best manage the next psyop or false flag catastrophic event. No one should be surprised that recently there are a lot of military related stories in the news all coinciding with Jade Helm. Be smart, learn about Jade Helm and try to see the connection with the recent timing of stories and how it fits in perfectly with their stated agenda. If you are not convinced then remember it's not so much about being right, it's about being aware and having a good sense of what the control system is up to next. I believe they are openly playing their cards. What do you think?
Bernie Suarez
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Place sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl. Bring balsamic vinegar, sugar, and 3 tablespoons water to a boil. Pour over tomatoes; let stand 10 minutes. Drain and slice.
Cook pasta according to package directions; reserve 1/2 cup cooking water and drain.
Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms. Cook 1 minute without stirring, then cook, stirring, 5 minutes or until browned. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Add basil and reserved tomatoes; cook 1 minute. Add tomato sauce; bring to a simmer. Add pasta, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, reserved cooking water, chicken; toss, and transfer to serving bowl. Add arugula, pine nuts, and remaining Parmesan. Serve.


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Next to annoying habits, money is a major cause of arguments among couples. In fact, the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysis revealed that money issues account for at least 20% of all divorce cases and that money is one of the top three reasons why couples break up.
Long-term relationships such as marriage come with expectations of commitment and sharing, which tends to include properties and money. But saying that money should never get in the way of a relationship is easier said than done.
It's a common expectation for couples to share their finances with each other, but how exactly can you do this with as little stress and headache as possible? Is there a smart or better way of sharing money with your significant other?
It's all about the money
Adriane Berg, writer of Financial Planning for Couples, says that one of the biggest mistakes couples make when it comes to money issues is not doing anything about them. Not addressing issues like debt or savings indicates that neither party is concerned enough about how their money is growing or about the future and making plans for it. And in a long-term relationship like marriage, not planning for the future is simply unimaginable.
Some marriage counselors say that in most instances, the major issue isn't that couples don't want to share their finances as much as it's about deciding what to share, how much to share, and most importantly, how to share it.
In some cultures, men turn over their monthly salaries to their wives who then do the budgeting and deposit a certain amount in a joint savings account. Meanwhile, other couples choose to share only particular household expenses, like the monthly mortgage or rent or utilities and food, while spending the rest of their money separately on personal items or investment goals. Couples with more than enough money for savings often have joint accounts in addition to their own separate individual accounts.
Regardless of which way you will choose to go, the first step to sharing your finances is for both individuals to talk it out. This discussion should help decides whether to share or not, what to share, how much to share, and how to share it. The result should be a mutual decision made willingly by both parties.
There should also be a clear understanding between the two that they are equal partners. This means that no one solely controls the shared finances. As equal partners, both parties should also have a clear understanding of how the joint finances will be used or spent, what they can and cannot afford, and what to do with the funds if anything should happen to either one of you.
Emily Bouchard, a money coach at Wealth Legacy Group, also advises that part of this initial stage of deciding whether to split finances is to learn about each other's spending habits. If one half of the couple is frugal but the other is a big spender, then these differences in spending habits can become a source of conflict. Discovering and addressing spending habits and making a plan to clarify how money will be spent in the future are major decision points to be addressed before committing to shared finances.
Smart ways to share finances
Once these prerequisites have been established, then both you and your partner can get into the nitty-gritty details of what and how to share.
Split down the middle
Or simplicity's sake, some couples opt to split their money down the middle. Meaning that, regardless of how much each person is earning, they will each split their individual money in half, with one of the halves going into the joint account or being used for joint expenditures or purchases.
This is the easiest and most convenient arrangement, although it's not necessarily the fairest. If one of you is earning considerably less than the other, then it might be difficult to split an already low individual income into two with one-half of it going into a joint account. The balance of power may become skewed because it may seem like whoever is earning a higher income and is contributing more has a greater claim over the shared account or expenses.
This kind of arrangement usually works best for couples whose individual income brackets fall within a similar range or whose monthly income isn't highly variable.
Split according to income
A fairer, more equal arrangement for couples with a huge difference in monthly income may be to decide to split shared expenses in proportion to their monthly earning. In an article for The Penny Hoarder, James Pollard explains that individual contributions can be more in line with how much each person is earning. For example, if Person A earns $100,000 a year and Person B makes $50,000, the couple may agree that since Person A earns more, their contribution towards the joint expense or account might be $30,000 per year to Person B's $10,000.
To balance things out, the couple can also agree that the person contributing less monetarily can pitch in in other ways. Person B can volunteer to do the daily cooking so the household can cut down on take-out food or mow the lawn occasionally so there's no need to pay for someone else to do this. The important thing is to talk things out and come to a mutually satisfying agreement to avoid conflict or hard feelings.
Consider having at least one joint account
It's perfectly understandable that some couples still prefer to hold their own individual savings accounts instead of sharing. But there are also perks to having a joint account as a couple, especially if you're married. A joint savings account means you have a bigger sum of money in your credit history, which could get you a higher interest rate on your savings, lower fees for withdrawals, and even free checking. With a joint account, the couple can also save enough money for major life purchases.
A joint account requires trust and fairness as both of you will be responsible for any debts or overdrafts made on the account that is under both of your names. It's important to agree on the individual contributions, the purpose for your savings, and on a spending limit for the funds in the account.
Spooling arrangement
This is essentially a mine-yours-ours arrangement. The couple agrees to keep their own individual accounts but also open an "ours" account where the bulk of their monthly income is deposited into. The account is used to pay for major purchases and expenditures like house or car payments, furniture, home repairs, travel, etc.
Set up individual retirement accounts
Interestingly, while financial experts advise couples of the benefits of a joint account for major purchases, it seems that a joint retirement account is not the smartest move. Instead, as far as a retirement nest egg is concerned, experts advise you to take advantage of an individual 401(k) plan offered by your employer or simply to sett up an individual retirement account. Judy Phillips of the Harris Bank's Investor Center says that both of these options offer the best benefits for couples. The greatest advantage is that there will be fewer tax deductions for every year of contribution as well as the possibility of gaining tax-free earnings on both accounts.
Other pointers for smart sharing
In addition to the basic mechanisms outlined above, there are other things couples should to pay attention to while setting up their shared finances. For example, while divorce is hopefully the farthest thing from your mind, it is also a reality that should be taken into consideration.
A divorce means having to split up joint assets and money, and being organized will make things easier if the worst should happen. If you have kids, then it's also a great way to set up your money so there are no questions about diving inheritances down the road. Either way, setting your finances up in an organized fashion is always a good thing.
Here are some tips to help you organize your joint finances better:
Put things into writing
This may seem like too much for what can simply be a verbal agreement between two adults who trust each other, but putting things into writing is also a way of protecting both parties' interests. It ensures that both of you have clear expectations and understandings of the agreement, and it signifies your willingness to agree to the terms.
Figure debts and individual loans into the arrangement
One party's school loans or old debts accrued prior to entering into the relationship should not be a deal-breaker, but it's also crucial for both parties to be open and upfront about these things. Couples may decide that such loans are to be settled as an individual, not as a couple, meaning that the payment of these loans must be made by the person who owes them.
However, since this may impact the debtor's ability to contribute to joint finances, some form of arrangement must be made. For example, the couple may agree that the person paying off the loan can contribute a smaller amount to the joint fund but can pitch in in other non-financial ways until the loan is paid off.
Get down to the tiny details
It's easy to imagine setting up a joint account for major purchases like a house, car, travel, your child's schooling, or an emergency fund. But how about the day-to-day expenses such as utilities, gas, or grocery? These are shared expenses and it's important to clarify how they'll be paid.
There are also those instances when one member of the couple's family might need help—a sister can't make her rent, your spouse's father needs help paying a medical bill, or a brother-in-law is still in school and needs some financial help. These are incidental expenses and both parties should agree whether these should be covered by funds in individual accounts, your joint savings account, or whether there should be a separate emergency account both of you can dip into for such circumstances.
Consider earning extra
In a relationship where only one person is an income-earner or where one partner earns considerably less than the other, there will be instances wherein the lower-earning party will feel guilty about not contributing enough. The partner who is earning more may also feel resentful, especially if they think that the money in the joint account is not being spent properly.
Ann-Margaret Carrozza, a lawyer who specializes in personal finance, suggests that it can help if the person who's earning less can explore other income streams to bring in additional money. It doesn't have to be a big income, but making this effort can help alleviate feelings of guilt or inadequacy and shift the balance of power. The partner who earns more will also appreciate the extra effort.
Give each other some leeway
While openness and communication are crucial, having to explain or defend purchases, especially discretionary ones, can be tiring and restrictive. This can be a particularly sensitive issue if a couple doesn't have separate budgets that they can use for spending on things like clothing, technology, or other purchases.
Michelle Higgins of California Financial Advisors suggests setting up "fun money" budget. The couple can agree to deposit a small amount—an extra bit of money once all the major items in the budget have been taken cared of—into this fund, and this can be used for "small" or "trivial" purchases that neither partner needs to report to each other. This fun money is for both of you to enjoy without feeling guilty about. Again, what constitutes these "small," "trivial," and "fun" expenses should be discussed and agreed upon beforehand. You can also set a spending limit and spending frequency, which will help avoid accidental or habitual overspending.
Sharing finances is almost as serious a commitment as marriage itself. It's an intentional joining of forces and financial power with another person. And whether or not you consider money to be a relationship-breaker, it's absolutely essential to consider the pros and cons of how/what/how much to share when it comes to your assets.
Any marriage counselor would advise testing the waters first before going all the way—and this is no different with your money. This means that both partners can first try sharing the responsibility for one or two major bills first to see how it goes. Or, you can start with a joint savings account with both of you agreeing to contribute only a very small amount to see how manageable it is. After a couple of months, you can both decide how to go forward with making larger contributions.
In the end, what matters most in the decisions to share or split finances or savings is that it's a mutual and agreeable decision for both parties. A mutual understanding and open communication is key to ensuring financial stability and easy management.
Know anyone who's considering sharing finances with their significant other? Pass on this article and give them a leg up in making this major decision.


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Taxes on Your Business Sale: It's Not What You Make… It's What You Keep!
Can you control the Taxes on the Sale of your Business?
We've all heard the phrase, "It's not what you make, it's what you keep that counts!"
This can apply to the amount of money you have left in your pocket after you pay all the expenses associated with the sale of your business. These business sale expenses typically include fees and taxes – and the fees are nothing compared to the taxes you'll pay upon the sale or transfer of your business.
While you are building your business, your focus is on growth, sales, production, cash flow; all the issues that go with owning a business. Over the years, you grouse about taxes but you pay them and go on running the business.
Eventually, you begin to think about what's next for you.
Life should not be all about work and stress; your thoughts turn to your future well-being and that of your family. This is natural – although it may make you feel a little guilty at first because for most of your life your primary focus has been on your business and all that is involved with its success.
You begin to discuss your options for the future with your advisors and just as you begin to get excited about the possibilities the future holds for you…the bomb drops.
Your silent partner, the one you hadn't realized you had, the one who hasn't invested an ounce of time or effort in the business nor a dime in its success, demands its cut of your profit. Your partner, the government, demands its cut- taxes on your business sale!
When the amount of these taxes is calculated, you get a queasy feeling which quickly turns into rage. That's way too much money! You've worked all your life building your business and those #@#$%'s are going to take how much?
In your accustomed managerial style, you direct your advisors to find a way to reduce the amount of taxes due on the sale of your business. "Make it so!"
Unfortunately, it is too late to do any meaningful planning or to implement a strategy to reduce the taxes on the sale of the business. You're stuck!
Look at the issues that you, the seller, face now because of your failure to plan.
These are just a few that come to mind, I'm sure you can think of more:
- Proceeds of the sale are taxed twice due to the election of an incorrect corporate designation: C vs. S corporation.
- You realize that the net proceeds from the sale of your business won't be enough to sustain the lifestyle you had hoped to enjoy after retirement.
- Given #2 above, you decide to continue to operate the company, but your enthusiasm for the business wanes and with it, the value of the business.
- You find out that your company owns assets within the operating corporation that would have been better owned outside. This would have reduced the purchase price of the business and the resultant tax liability.
Take some advice from one who has been there and has seen others in the same predicament:
If you plan to sell or transfer your business in the next 3, 5,
or even 10 years,
start the conversation with your advisors TODAY!
Your failure to start this planning today may cost you a lot of money and personal freedom tomorrow. Remember: It's not what you make… it's what you keep!


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10 Hasim Rahman quotes:
"He underestimates my power. My power is a big factor and will set the tone for this fight. Once he gets hit with it, I'm not so sure what adjustments he can make."
"I'm turning the corner. I'm putting in hard work. I will not be denied. I'm just waiting to be sworn in as the next heavyweight champion."
"[At the announcement, Rahman came to the podium wearing a chef's hat and holding a tray of food.] I just had some chicken Kiev prepared for him, because I am so happy he's not chicken anymore, ... We're finally getting in the ring. I'm glad he's all healed up. I just hope and pray he doesn't stub his toe or prick his finger before November 12th."
"This is like fighting a bully. When you stand up and fight back like you're not scared, the air goes right out of them. He'll be scared of me."
"He showed tremendous heart in his fight with Lennox Lewis, and he did show desire, ... He proved he was a champion. I really respect this man. I really feel like he can hurt me if I come with any less than my A-plus game."
"I'm going to bloody him up, swell him up and punish him. He can't just lay on the outside and beat me on the outside, so he's got to come in. When he comes in, I'm going to punish him. He'll be a bloody mess in the first round if he stands in front of me."
"I'm going to bloody him up, swell him up and punish him. I'm going to make him find a way out of there; he's going to get out of there just one way or another. You know, he can go out on his own volition or he can get carried out of there. One way, he's getting out of there before 12."
"It might go six rounds or less. He'll be a bloody mess in the first round if he stands in front of me."


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In studying for this exam, the other post I recently made on https://aka.ms/certification/70-533 is absolutely relevant as well. Most of the links to sections in the Azure Documentation map closely to sections here. The difference is that for this exam, you have to think about planning and designing versus implementing and configuring, which are done in the 70-533 and 70-532 exams. After IGNITE, I will post links to all three session recordings here as well so that you will have all three for reference. The slide decks that I use for 70-534 and 70-533 are chock full of very specific resource links. The way I tell the breakout session, preparing for the exams is as easy as ABC!
A. You must know the know the Microsoft Learning Skills measured e.g. Skills Measured for 70-534
B. Then you break those skills down, section by section and line by line, researching each line item. MOST of this can be found in the Azure Documentation site. In my PowerPoint decks I built them from A. and then did the research and added those links for most of the exam skills measured.
C. Then you study those resources. In the IGNITE session I will deliver, I will give you the highlights. So in 1 hour, you should be able to determine what you already know versus what you know nothing about. In the areas you are weaker in, that is when you dive into the Azure documentation AND into your Azure subscription. Don't have as Azure Subscription? Get a FREE TRIAL for 90 days and get busy learning it.
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In this section, we'll show you the things you need to get first to prepare and then take the exam. Then, a little further down in the next section , we'll give you resources and links that will progressively increase in their depth. You can then start with the initial high level overviews, and then work towards deeper content to get you closer to being ready for the 70-534 Exam.
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- Book your exam! There is nothing like putting your money, or your voucher down, to get the clock ticking to motivate you to study
- Block Time on your Calendar for study purposes. It always helps to have a lunch blocked off on your calendar each day. Utilize this hour block of time to tackle a topic and continue your learning.
Bookmark and review the Exam Skills Measured
Knowing each of these sections and bullets within, in is KEY to knowing what to study. One method to study is to search the Azure Documentation site, and search for either the section title or the specific bullets within each section.
- For example, the first Skill Measured section is "Design Microsoft Azure Infrastructure and Networking". So you would start in Networking under Documentation by Service.
But don't worry, this work has been done for you already!
- Where? In the 2015 IGNITE presentations. At a high level, they were built off of the Skills Measured. Then each item was researched. Most of the links will be on the slides that I will post. 70-533 session is already on https://aka.ms/certification/70-533
- As soon as the recording goes live for 70-534, I will post it here as well.
- Knowing each of these sections and bullets within, in is KEY to knowing what to study. One method to study is to search the Azure Documentation site, and search for either the section title or the specific bullets within each section.
Get your Free Azure MSPress books !
- If you are already implementing and designing Azure Solutions, getting the exam prep books are good to help you know what is "exam worthy", versus any latest changes or updates that you may be working with. This will happen, so the prep books will help you to know the differences.
- Next we'll break down a summary of the best study resources in the next section, starting with the easiest and high-level resources, progressing to the 70-534 Study Guide
Studying is as Easy as A, B, C
Get the resources you need to prepare for the 70-534 Exam. Each Level will take you more into the learning levels that you want to explore. Use your 70-534 Skills Measured to guide what and where you need to study.
- The A resources, are relatively quick to consume with most sections taking about an hour.
- The B resources allow you to explore each and any part that you need to work on more, with specific resources linked. These are hour long sessions, but there will be 1 or more per section of the exam.
The C resources are internal Microsoft Events around TechReady and a complete virtual classroom experience that each. These will be the most time consuming, but will also be the most complete and thorough. Be prepared to break these down into manageable chunks of time to get through the 40+ hours to complete these.
A. Azure IaaS for IT Pros Event
60 minutes per module
While this large event was designed publically to help with the Azure Infrastructure exam 70-533, these overviews presented by Microsoft Product Groups take each of the sections a little bit deeper in content and knowledge. Just like the TR session did above, when looking over resources like this, always keep in mind and follow the 70-534 Skills Measured to guide you
B. Microsoft Virtual Academy: Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions
Ignite Azure Exam Prep Session 70-534... I will Link this when ready from IGNITE)
Guide your reading through the 70-534 Study Guide
60 minutes per module
60 minutes per session
As much time as needed!
Experts Michael Withrow, Ranger Due, Brett Hacker, Walter Myers, Cale Teeter, and Ryan Volum explore infrastructure and platform solutions to meet the functional, operational, and deployment requirements through the solution lifecycle. Get conceptual overviews and useful tips, and see demos that showcase skills and technical tasks verified by the exam.
Based on the Microsoft Virtual Academy Sessions, these sessions are delivered by different people in the communities, with the goal of doing more demos and diving a little deeper into each of the topics.
There are numerous links all based off of the Skills Measured. As you browse through the Skills measured identify what parts you do not know yet, and then use these links to help you learn those areas that are more unfamiliar to you.
What IS the Secret Sauce, you ASK?
Absolutely on the Azure site!
If you prefer reading, check out the Azure Documentation page.
If you prefer to listen or watch...then check out the Azure Videos. Click on the drop-down in the upper left hand corner to select the category of videos that make to your exam objective for either
- 70-532 Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions
- 70-533 Implementing Microsoft Azure Solutions
- 70-534 Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions
Whenever in doubt about what to study for in the slurry of materials out there....it all comes down to only two things:
- What is on the exam objectives (above)
- Map those objectives to the specific content on Azure Documentation of the Azure Videos.
When trying to map the objectives to the Azure content, it won't be explicitly spelled out for you. But....you start with the top level objectives e.g. Websites. Then, you drill down into the Documentation or Videos by "Service". In this example, I see "Web and Mobile". Then I continue to drill down the objective and then search for those phrases in the documentation. In 90%+ of the cases you will drill down to a good hit!
Here is the secret sauce! People always ask me when the courseware or when the next prep book is coming out. The answer....I may or may not know exactly (roughly end of May or early June 2015), BUT...I DO know, that the content used for those almost always comes from the sources above. So the answers you seek are already here.
And to do that work of searching for you already...I did this! When I built the Ignite 2015 sessions for 70-533 and 70-534, I first made the slides in the order of the Exam Objectives, searched the content for the slides. So any notes, tips, or hyperlinks throughout came from the source of truth on the Azure site. Now you know the secret sauce!


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Sun, Sand and Surf.
We are parked up (for one night only) in the best camp site in Byron Bay (Australia's most easterly point). Michele is on her third visit to the sea in three hours. The photo above was taken 5 metres from Man. It is hot. Very hot.
Before the obligatory photos of koalas a few notes on more practical maters.
Gas. Man, being of German origin, uses European gas cylinders that we were not allowed to ship (even if we had they would have been very hard to fill), so on arrival in Australia we needed to buy new cylinders. From research on the Internet it looked as if Australian campervans used the same POL (POL is an abbreviation for Prest-O-Lite, for the company that first produced the valve) gas fittings as Calor etc. use in the UK. On this basis I brought a suitable POL adaptor (left).
However on trying my new POL fittings on a borrowed Australian 4kg gas cylinder I found them a very tight fit (however a little work on the thread with a file, WD40 and emery paper fixed the problem).
One of the advantages of being in a UK registered campervan in a campsite full of friendly Australians is that in no time people come over and offer advice on where to go.
In the case of John and Patricia (right) not only did we get advice on where to go we also got lots of practical help (thanks!).
John drove me to a large DIY store (Bunnings) to buy two 4kg SWAPnGO gas cylinders and a drain hose (see below).
The 4kg cylinders (including gas) were 36 each.
On most UK campsites you dump your "grey" water tank in a designated area when you leave the site. Not so in Australia. Here every pitch has its own small drain and you are expected to connect your "grey" water outlet to it whilst you are on site. This required some minor modifications to Man. (Once again thanks for the help John).
As promised one rather alert koala (marsupial not bear).


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Last week the world collectively freaked out over Mattel creating a Frida Kahlo Barbie as part of its line of 'Role Model' Barbies in honor of International Women's Day.
But not everyone was so happy about it.
Mainly, Kahlo's family.
The dispute: Who owns the rights to Frida Kahlo's image?
On March 7, the Twitter account entitled @FridaKahlo released a statement saying Frida's great-niece, Mrs. Mara Romeo, is the "sole owner of the rights of the image of the illustrious Mexican painter" and that she was the only person capable of lending companies permission to use her image.
The statement also said that Mattel needs to "regulate" the situation or they would take legal action.
But Washington Post has reported that a corporation called the Frida Kahlo Corporation says IT owns the rights and they've been apparently collaborating with Mattel the whole time.
The Frida Kahlo Corporation said it is the exclusive worldwide licensor of the Frida Kahlo brand. The corporation said in a statement:
"The Frida Kahlo Corporation…worked closely with Mattel to ensure the doll, as well as the marketing and media supporting the doll, would pay homage to the world-famous Mexican artist while also being a symbol of strength, originality, and inspiration to follow their dreams to the next generation of inspiring women."
So basically, we don't know WHO to believe.
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The book of Acts is a wonderful book explaining how Christs church grew during the 1
century. It amazes me every time I open its pages and see what started as a small group of people inside an upper room in Jerusalem to a movement that reached all corners of the known world. By the close of the 1
century the Gospel had been preached in all of Europe, including England, it had been preached in Asia, it had been preached all throughout Mesopotamia, as well as Africa. When we consider all the different cultures it had success being preached it, it amazes me even more. The Greeks were intellectuals, philosophers. They were known for doing a a lot of talking and very little action by the time the church was established. They exhausted every bit of information. If one looks at the Bereans who searched the scriptures and the Athenians who gathered at Mars hill you can see their desire to collect knowledge. The Romans were superstitious people. They lived in constant fear of offending the gods (in fact some of their superstitions gave rise to our modern superstitions. And yet, Paul was able to preach the gospel to them in a pseudo-religious culture. The barbarians of Europe (or ancient Germany) were thought to be completely godless. Their form of morality was thought to be corrupt even by Roman standards (think of how the native Americans were viewed by Europeans as they settled this country). And yet, there was such success that the Apostles took the message clear into England! Even the continent often referred to as the Dark Continent has some of the oldest Christian practices in Ethiopia.
There is little doubt that Gods word has the ability to reach people. The question that remains is whether or not Gods people really trust in his word. Sure, we say we believe it. We claim to live by it and for the most part we do. We dont drink, we dont do drugs, we dont murder, steal, commit fornication, and remain faithful to our spouses (or so at least most of us are trying to live holy and righteous lives). However, that does not necessarily mean that you trust in Gods word. For many, not doing drugs or committing murder is nothing more than being a good person. We dont do those things because it is unloving, unkind and regardless of what a person believes we think of these things as things people should be doing. Even in this country we have laws against much of these sins. In that way, we havent really changed our lives. If that is the case, who can we say we fully trust Gods word? My wife and I were talking earlier this week about our personal conversion accounts (as opposed to the conversion accounts recorded in Acts). What changed in us personally? Or did nothing change at all. If Gospel is Gods power to change us from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to the power of God (
Acts 26:18
), then what was the change in us? That is, what was the evidence of change in us that we no longer lived in the realm of darkness? It was a difficult question for me to answer. I talked about how I no longer felt guilty. But, that is not exactly the same thing it is? Countless Christians in this world share their personal salvation experience (the book of Acts records at least two occasions in which Paul shared his). They speak of how their world changed. How their friendships changed. How their family relationships changed. But what about you. If you really trust Gods word shouldnt your life fundamentally change once becoming a Christian?
Now, here is the really scary thing. When we fail to allow Gods word to really change us, how can we expect to share that Gospel with someone else and it change them? For many, I think someone in their hearts they believe that it wont. We say things like, the world wont listen. We say things like, the Gospel is just too archaic to change peoples lives today. We say things like, No one will believe. The problem isnt the message, it is the carrier of the message.
We have a Gospel Meeting coming up at the end of April. Our flyers are already out. If you have been worshipping with us here you know I will eventually issue a challenge to you about inviting others. But, before I do that, let me issue this challenge. Before trying to evangelize among your friends, co-workers and family member evangelize yourself. Let Gods word fundamentally change who you are.
I know that people get scarred when they hear words like fanatic, or God-freak, or Bible-beater. Let us not forget, Paul was called crazy because of his faith (
Acts 26:24
). Stop saying, Ill work on it and actually do it. Stop putting it off, trust Gods word and let it completely transform you (
Rom. 12:1-2
). Give yourself to fully unto him and see if he will not open the gates of heaven. test Me now in this, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you a blessing until it overflows (
Mal. 3:10
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I do not understand any of this. I'm reading, and my mind is not comprehending. It's not that I even had any chance to know the person or the player, but I feel, like so many other Rangers fans, robbed of the opportunity to get the chance and sad for him not getting the chance to live his life . The most important and realistic fact though - a young kid with a lot of promise is gone. And that doesn't seem fair. As if life is fair.
Is it me or are we just hearing this more and more. . .young athletes, prime of their lives, passing away too soon? Football. Baseball. Basketball. Hockey. It's just really hard to comprehend why.
Condolences to his teammates, Jaromir Jagr, his friends, and family. Rest in Peace, Alexei. I know there are hockey rinks in heaven. . .


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The Valuation of Securities Task Force (VOSTF) met March 24 at the NAIC Spring 2018 National Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to discuss numerous items that were reviewed and exposed.
Adopted Items
Accommodate NAIC Designation Category for Risk-Based Capital
The VOSTF proposed amendments to the Purposes and Procedures (P&P) Manual to provide Credit Rating Providers (CRP) mapping to factors. Adopting this proposal in early 2018 would allow staff to prepare for these changes. VOSTF decided to use 20 designations instead of six, and also removed short-term ratings translation. The proposal creates an extra column to feed into risk-based capital (RBC) calculation. The goal is to complete the project by year-end 2019.
The motion on this proposal was carried.
Add Adopted Policies Related to SVO Administration of the FE Process
This proposal allows the Securities Valuation Office (SVO) to go into its system and override certain ratings if an error is found and discussed. This allows staff to make changes to inaccurate data, as long as they perform due diligence.
Exposed Items
SVO Report and Comprehensive Proposal on Fund Investments
In correspondence with the SAPWG's ongoing Investment Classification Project, the VOSTF received a report on a proposed comprehensive framework for funds eligible for fixed-income treatment from the SVO. The intent of the proposal is to ensure consistent treatment for funds comprised of underlying bonds.
This item was exposed for a 60-day comment period.
During the spring meeting, the SAPWG reviewed a proposal that would grant all bond mutual funds bond-like treatment under SSAP No. 26R – Bonds. The SAPWG declined the proposed changes, which would have required re-opening SSAP No. 26R. By re-opening SSAP No. 26R, all mutual funds other than SVO-identified funds would have continued to be accounted for under SSAP No. 30 – Unaffiliated Common Stock.
Currently, the SVO allows for bond-like treatment to bond ETFs and private funds that are guaranteed by agencies and indicated in the P&P Manual. The SVO proposal would extend the existing framework to include any investment company registered with the exchange list. NAIC staff advised the proposal is an attempt to create a consistent framework for bonds with a similar underlying structure.
Policy & Procedures Manual
A proposal was made to amend the P&P Manual to simplify and consolidate text in part two, which contains filing instructions and documentation requirements. New text describing procedure and methodology would also be added in part three. Industry reviewed the logic behind these changes and agreed it is a step in the right direction.
The item was exposed for a 30-day comment period.
NAIC Designations on the Schedule BA for Other Long-Term Invested Assets
The VOSTF discussed a referral from the SAPWG for guidance on whether all entities should report NAIC designations on the Schedule BA for other long-term invested assets. Currently, life insurers can submit and report NAIC designations for private funds, which are then reported on the Schedule BA and receive bond-like treatment. Staff agreed this process allowed for greater insight and review of the securities, as well as allowing for the potential of better RBC treatment for insurers. During the meeting, staff questioned if it was worth reviewing whether all insurance companies, including health and property/casualty insurers, should be able to submit and report designations for Schedule BA assets. Staff noted that if the current approach was adequate for life insurers, it may also be adequate for all other insurers.
This item was exposed for a 30-day comment period.
Include Affiliates of NRSROs in the definition of NAIC Credit Rating Providers
The VOSTF heard a proposal to include affiliates of Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations (NRSRO) in the current definition of CRP, as outlined in the P&P Manual. During the meeting, NAIC staff heard the SVO has been receiving credit ratings from affiliates of NRSROs; however, those affiliates are not technically covered by current guidance in the P&P Manual. There is concern that these affiliates or subsidiaries of CRPs would not be allowed under the FE process due to this technicality. Staff noted the subsidiary of a CRP could be considered and assigned an equal status to that of an acceptable CRP. The proposal would allow credit ratings received from affiliates of CRPs to be accepted and considered equal to that of a CRP.
This item was exposed for a 60-day comment period.
Additional Item
Joint Staff and Industry Report on Private Letter-Related Issues
The VOSTF reviewed a report on an ongoing project to streamline the process of receiving credit ratings for private letter securities. Staff have received assistance from seven out of the nine required credit ratings agencies to receive private letter ratings and are continuing to work with the remaining two agencies. Staff also heard an update from the SVO, which is currently receiving test files for five of the rating agencies.
Staff expects the new functionality to be activated and available as of July 1, 2018.


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I suppose in an event where 160lb puts you into the "Athena" category, over forty can be the seniors tour. Nevertheless, I loved this article about a 41 year old triathlete that is leading the way in Arkansas.
Presumably the US has some sort of program like we to in Canada, where kids as young as 10-12 are participating in the Kids of Steel triathlons. If you start then, by the time you're 40, you've been a triathlete for 25 years, or by the time you're your twenties, you're Simon Whitfield and graduating from KOS into the Olympics.


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(DALIANNEWS)- The contest of "citizen representatives" for the upcoming WEF's Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017, also known as Summer Davos 2017, will raise its curtain in Dalian, a port city of Northeastern China's Liaoning Province, April 28, 2017.
After a series of contests, a total of seven citizen representatives will be selected finally to take part in the three-day meeting in Dalian.
The event has been held successfully for two years, winning a great popularity among the local residents.
The Summer Davos forum 2017 with the theme of "Achieving Inclusive Growth in the Fourth Industrial Revolution" will take place at Dalian International Conference Center from June 27 to 29 this year.


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My dear, sweet, sass cat had to be put to sleep today. Oh how I have always loved cats and Twinky was my first very own kitty. Like lunatics we adopted her a mere 3 weeks before my due date. You see, the Mississippi SPCA was trying to break a record with their adoptathon and they said- here! Take this cat! For free!
And what a kitten she was. A ferociously tenacious ankle biter, curtain climber, and bed snuggler. Early on she developed an affinity for hunting and eating pacifiers, a habit that ultimately caused her untimely demise. (Pause for author weeping) Twinky ate upwards of 100 pacifiers in her 3 short years. Like I said, she was tenacious. I expect NUK will be sending their condolences upon learning of her passing. She singlehandedly drove up sales.
After about a year Twinky mellowed out, started to get lazy, and eat more and more food. She always sat with me when I was sewing. I remember her curled up in her kitty window seat, eying up the delicious threads. Twinky had an evil resting face, which I could relate to. She walked around like she had something to prove.
Later in life she started eating dog food because her insatiable appetite could not be whetted on pacifiers and science diet alone.
Twinky loved all things baby. She only spent 3 weeks of life without a human baby in it. Her favorite nap spots included the baby swing, changing pad, crib, bassinet, PB kids chairs, or the smushed pillow on the sectional.
Owen and Maisy loved Twinky. Nick also loved her deep down. Deep, deep, deep down. Twinky was ridden, sat on, trampled, poked, prodded, hugged and kissed. Twinks was always down for a cuddle. She especially loved people who were allergic to her.
Twinky listened to me unequivocally. She came when I called and answered my questions with a curt meow.
And if you're wondering why she is Twinky and not Twinkie, it's because I had always planned on writing a children's book about her and wanted to avoid copyright infringement. #truestory
I miss my kitty. She's gone and she won't come back. There was no cat in the world more perfect for me than her. What other cat would put up with all those costumes? Twinky, my heart hurts. You were such a super star. A fat, fat super star.
I know every good and perfect gift is from above, so thank you Jesus for my perfect little cat baby. I just wish I could have had her for a bit longer.
Thanks for the memories Twinky!


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Sadistic, Mad and The King!
'I'm The Son of Sadism, and you're the Son of a Bitch!'
'The Angel of Death... Is Here!'
'It doesn't matter who you are, I'll still beat the holy shit out of you'
Theme Music:
'King of My World' by Saliva
Entrance (Write it as you'd like it to appear on the results):
"King of my World" hits the arena and Scorpio steps out wearing a black leather cape and black wrestling trunks, along with Milana who is dressed in a mini-skirt and tight-fitting top, also wearing a leather cape. The pair embrace before walking down the ramp. As they reach the end of the ramp, Milana pushes Scorpio back and she jumps onto the apron, before doing a handstand, and flipping over the top rope. Scorpio runs at the ring, and slides in, at Milana's feet. He then stands up and holds his arms out, before bringing them down as white pyro explodes from the turnbuckle and lighting structure. Scorpio then awaits his opponent"
. Black wrestling trunks with his logo on it
. Black boots
. Black kneepads with Scorpions on the side
. Black elbow pads
. Dark hair with a red dyed fringe
. Black leather cape for entrance
Regular Moveset:
Please Provide The Minimum Number Of Moves, But You Can Give More
Basic Attacks
1. Shuffle Side Kick
2. Quick Jabs
3. Kicks To Legs
4. Snap Enzuigiri
5. Dragon Whip Kick
6. Clothesline
7. Knee To The Gut
Front Grapples
1. Fisherman Suplex
2. Vertical Suplex
3. Shining Wizard
4. Tornado DDT
5. Impaler DDT
6. Hurricanrana
7. Headscissors
8. Vertebreaker
9. Swining Neckbreaker
10. Elevated Cradle Neckbreaker
11. Gutbuster
12. Backbreaker
13. Crucifix Headscissors
Ground Moves
1. Curb Stomps
2. Kicks to Back/Head/Leg/Arm
3. Leg Drop
4. Knee Drop
5. Flip Senton Attack
6. Standing Moonsault
7. Standing Shooting Star Pres
8. Dropkick to Knee
9. Tope Atomico
10. Lionsault
Back Grapples
1. Back Suplex
2. Backslide Pin
3. Roll-Up
4. Hangman's Neckbreaker
5. Back Cracker
6. Spin Out Powerbomb
7. German Suplex
8. Back DDT
Running Attacks
1. Clothesline
2. Outside Crescent Kick
3. Knee Smash
4. Neckbreaker Drop
5. Headscissor Takedown
6. Lariat
7. Spinning Elbow Smash
Diving Attacks
1. Diving Clothesline
2. Missile Dropkick
3. Diving Leg Drop
4. Shooting Star Press
5. Houston hangover
6. Corkscrew Senton
7. 180 Corkscrew Moonsault (To Standing Opponent)
8. Moonsault Leg Drop
Submission Moves
1. Boston Crab
2. Surf Board
3. Single Leg Crab
4. Torture Rack
5. Top Rope Sleeperhold
Special Moveset
Finishers (Up to three):
1. The SKO (RKO)
2. B.D.T.T.K (a.k.a. Bow Down To The King) (Scorpio hits a low blow so the opponent alls to his knees before connecting with a vicious knee to the opponentys face)
3. Constellation (A Kryptonite Crunch/Celtic Cross, however Scorpio lands on his side, making it a headbump)
Signature Moves
1. Sting In The Tail (Corkscrew Monsault Pin)
2. Scorpio-Sault (Moonsaut Knee Drop - He does a moonsault but lands on his knees, on the opponent's chest)
3. Scorpio DDT (Top Rope DDT Onto Steel Steps)
4. The King's Decree (Kudu Tombstone Piledriver)
Special Weapon Moves
1. Constellation Onto A Chair
2. Sting In The Tail Through A Table
Sample RP:
Jealousy Is A Vicious Thing
The scene opens to a darkened room. The camera moves through the room, passing the walls, with their cream wallpaper. The camera focuses on a photograph of the man we know as Scorpio, sitting on the beach relaxing. The scrawled writing in the bottom right-hand corner of this photograph tells us that it was taken seven years ago from the present day. Seven years ago there was not a worry in Scorpios mind, he was free from the strains and pains of professional wrestling, he had friends who wouldnt desert him in the blink of an eye, and he was popular, if he won something, hed be congratulated, but now, like when Scorpio won his A-Division Championship, and his TEWF Tag Team Championship, he is envied instead of revered, looked at with disdain instead of adulation. The camera moves from this photograph to one on the desk beech wood desk. The light from a flat-screen computer illuminate the snapshot of Scorpios past, and we see Scorpio and his former teammate, Psycho Dave. The two are enjoying themselves, and they are dressed in casual clothes, each one holding a can of beer. Both men are laughing, and we also see many other people looking at them with the admiration Scorpio used to enjoy all those years ago. As the camera continues to look at the photograph, a hand appears behind the leather-bound frame, knocking the photograph down, its face, the image of more joyous times, now flat on the desk. The camera pans up, and focuses on the man who pushed the snapshot. The man is wearing a white t-shirt, which has some grungy grey pictures on it, and faded blue jeans. The camera than pans to the mans face, and we see the silhouette as TEWF Double Champion, Scorpio. Scorpio is breathing hard and deeply as he walks across the room, into his kitchen. He opens one of the oak-panelled cupboards, and retrieves a crystal whisky glass from inside, before replacing the door to a closed position. Scorpio then places the tumbler onto the marble work surface and then moves to glass-fronted cabinet. He listlessly pulls on the cabinets polished glass door and takes out a crystal bottle, filled with a dark, titian-coloured liquid. Scorpio calmly pulls the cork from the bottle and pours the viscous liquid into the quartz chalice, before replacing the bottle in its place. Scorpio lifts the glass and takes it into living room, where he settles onto the burnt sienna leather sofa. He sighs before putting the goblet to his lips, and sipping at the whisky inside. He contorts his face as the bitter, sharp liquid hits the back of his throat, before placing the tumbler onto the oak side-table. Scorpio stares at the ceiling as the camera moves in front of him. Scorpio remains silent, before tediously moving his head to face the camera. He stares at the glass of the camera lens, before opening his mouth to speak.
Jealousy is a vicious thing. It eats away at you like gangrene of the mind until you cannot survive with it inside you anymore. This is also true for rivalry, and these are two things very much intertwined with the man you know as Psycho Dave, and myself. July 3rd 2007 will always stay imprinted on my brain, like a brand made with a glowing iron pole. That was the day myself and Psycho Dave first teamed together. That was the day we won the TEWF Tag Team Championships, and I wont deny it, that was the greatest day of my life. Before then I was somewhat of a rookie in TEWF, I was shunned by my peers, ridiculed by others, and there was one man, my old friend, Psycho Dave who took me under his wing, my oldest friend in all the world, Dave Lac. Since I can remember Ive known Psycho Dave, we used to enjoy night upon night out with each other, chatting up the girls, sorting out the world, or so we thought, and vowing to be friends until the end of time. So, back to July 3rd this year, when at last I was to get into the ring with my friend, and my god what an experience it was. When I wasnt in the ring, working my all to get those tag titles, I would stand on the apron of the Shockwave ring, and look on in awe as Dave worked Bad Blood and Shaiku up and down the ring. I have always strived to compete to as high a standard as he does, and at last I did, when I won the A-Division title at Highway to Hell. However, that was when the problem started. I dont know whether my mentor and friend coveted me for having two championship belts, I dont know whether he regretted handing his tag title to my protégée Travis Jeffries, but the second I got the pin on Joey Crash, his attitude to me, his oldest friend changed. Something inside him stopped dead. Some may claim it was our friendship, others may decide it was the bond, but I feel the only reason that Psycho Daves ideas changed is because I have two titles more than him, and it pains me to think that the years of loyalty, decades of trust and lifetime of friendship boils down to sheer material gains, well if thats the way you want to work this Dave, so be it!
Scorpio lifts his quartz tumbler again, and tips the remaining contents into his mouth. He fights the impulse to gag and choke as he swallows down the acidic whisky. He pushes himself off the settee and walks back into the kitchen, placing the glass into the stainless steel sink. Scorpio sighs and opens another oak-panelled cupboard, and takes out a packet of Marlboro Gold cigarettes and a lighter shaped like a gun. He strolls to the glass French patio doors, and heaves on one of the weighted posterns. Scorpio steps out and rests against the redbrick wall, and lights up a cigarette. He places the tobacco filled paper to his lips and sucks in the carcinogenic fumes, before removing the cigarette from his mouth, and blowing out the smoke. Scorpio closes his eyes, before facing the camera for a second time.
This Tuesday marks the official end of that friendship. There are many exciting matches this week, Im looking forward to seeing John Starr and Deanster slog it out, but lets face it, the only reason people are going to the Ford Centre on the 14th August is to see the biggest match in TEWF Shockwave history. Its the mentor vs apprentice, for a huge prize, the TEWF A-Division title. Psycho Dave, I respect you beyond all measures, but this Tuesday, all respect, friendship and trust is thrown aside. Our match will be an epic battle, Psycho Dave, if its a fight you want, its a fight you will get! Dont think for one second I will go easy on you because in a foolish moment I called you buddy. Well buddy, its over, accept it. This match is the absolute end of it, the winner will get everything, and the loser will get nothing, thats the way it is. Dave, I am undefeated in singles competition, the last singles match I was in was when I won that coveted prize, the A-Division title, and dont expect me to lose it the next singles match Im in.
Scorpio takes another suck from his cigarette and he blows the smoke to his side. Scorpio moves to a stone bench on the edge of a flowerbed in the garden. He sits down on it, and takes a few more solitary puffs from his cigarette, before cruelly stubbing it out on the cold stone of the bench. Scorpio sighs and hangs his head in his arms, flooded with thought. He sits up and looks into the camera.
Dave, Im going to be honest with you. That A-Division championship means the absolute world to me. That title is a part of my soul, and if you were to do the unthinkable this Tuesday, and somehow pin me, my soul would be ripped at the seam, Id be a different man. But I am a man of my word, and I will face you, and I will beat you. Ive known you all my life, were practically brothers, but believe me, brotherly love went out the window the second your jealousy got the better of you, and now were at this crossroad. Psycho Dave, Tuesday night marks the end of it all. Our friendships over, your part with the Disciples of Apocalypse is over, and Tuesday, our rivalrys over. Thank you, good night, and I will see you in the ring!
Scorpio stands up from his bench and walks across the garden. He sighs before walking back into his house, locking the patio doors behind him. Scorpio turns around and walks into the living room, before climbing up the stairway. Scorpio turns right at the top of his stairs and walks down a lengthy corridor before turning left into his gym. He walks to the end of the gym, past bench presses, weights, and a full-size wrestling ring before reaching the glass cabinet, which is edged with stainless steel. Scorpio opens the thick crystal door to the cabinet, and we see the championship belts and trophies sitting in there. Scorpio reaches in, and retrieves his TEWF A-Division Championship Belt. He turns to the camera and places the Championship Belt over his shoulder, and rubs off a mark on it.
Oh Psycho Dave, I will indeed win that match, I will defend my title, and I will walk out of the Ford Centre, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with both my titles, the bragging rights over you Psycho Dave, but above all, I will walk out of that match with my pride well and truly intact. See you in the ring Dave, and good luck.
Scorpio turns back and starts to replace his title belt in the cabinet, before Scorpio turns to the camera, smirks, and then the scene fades.
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'The Angel of Death' is like Scorpio's name for himself when he goes psychotic and just destroys everyhting (e.g. September to Remember A-Division Championship match)
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Are we compassionate enough?
How do we define compassion?
Compassion can be defined in different ways, but I suppose it is a basic kindess with a deep awareness of the suffering of other living things. I think it is one of the most important qualities for a human to posses. We all know what it is to be treated with kindness from others when we're distressed or facing tragedy, and this also plays an important role in our mental and physical wellbeing
Today in 2012 we are constantly being confronted with crises linked to a lack of compassion for each other, as well as our environment. Our brain is very sensitive to the social context in which we live, so as well as compassion we can become ruthless and cruel. I feel it is important therefore to deliberately focus on compassion and nurture it.
Life can be tough at times. It is no wonder that we have all at some point pondered on how to understand it and the challenges as well as the triumphs it brings. Even when we feel good in ourselves we're increasingly aware of the suffering in the world and often feel inner calls to create a more fair environment for all. Despite all our modern advances, we still crave to find a deeper meaning.
Compassion can be healthy
Being compassionate towards ourselves and others can help with the many challenges of life as it means we are focussing on inner development of social connectedness. It has been proved by psychologists that those who receive kindness, gentleness warmth and compassion are compared with those who don't, more confident, secure, happier and less proned to mental or physical health problems. They are also more caring and respectful of others and it is this sense of security which helps to lesson negative emotions. Rather than trying to impress people, it is better for us to 'learn how to listen and take a genuine and sincere interest in other people and focus on them' (Dale Carnegie 1939) Unfortunately, we live in societies that neither teach nor inspire this and often end up falling victims to pressures and values that are created for us. We use our own experience of feelings and self identity to judge others. We also make assumptions when it comes to issues of freedom and rights.
Understanding we are all different
Understanding that we are individuals can create challenges as we have to learn how to be empathic and to recognize that values and ways of thinking vary between us. It means that we have to look at emotions such as envy and also accept our own limitations. We all at times compare ourselves to others, and even try to model ourselves on people we perhaps admire. But this can easily lead to self criticism if we're not able to accept ourselves as we are and affect our relationships with others.
Is compassion a weakness?
According to Greek tradition, the only people deserving of compassion are those who do not deserve their suffering. The Romans thought that compassion was a weakness and when David Cameron, leader of the Conservative party in Britain, recently suggested that some unruly youth probably require more love and support than others, he was accused of being a "hug a hoodie" politician. People differ in their understanding of compassion and view it as a weakness and therefore resist developing this quality. Compassion isn't about becoming less able but about becoming more able and focussed.
Compassion with ourselves and others can offer a wealth of happiness and positive results in our various states of wellbeing and can enable us to create happiness for others and the society in which we live. If we just continue to pursue better and more modern technology etc then we may have a wonderful efficient society, that is just horrible and miserable to live in.
There is no doubt that we all need to learn to look for the good and the positive in one another and appreciate and affirm that. It is all too easy to see what to us appears to be faults and focus on trying to correct those things which only alienates others. So many religions are based on that foundation! I see religion as rivers that are drying up leaving a dry riverbed full of beautiful precious stones for those that are truly wise enough to gather together into a crown for the KING soon to return.
If your compassion varies with the individuals, I guess you are not compassionate. When one is compassionate they want everyone to be happy rather than family to be happier than strangers.
I think lack of compassion in today's society is primarily due to Online social networks that is continuously taking away the opportunities for people to interact face to face. As a kid I used to play with other children in the community and hence developed compassion, love and friendship that is alive till date. However, the kids today aren't getting enough opportunities to develop those due to Online Social gaming and evolution of technology that is keeping them indoors and isolating them from the society.
It is, as parents, still our responsibility to encourage the opportunities to develop compassion.
It has been said, that a person cannot give what he has not received. IF by compassion you mean accepting behavior and actions that are clearly self destructive and non-beneficial to simply support a person and give them approval, then that is not compassion. That is enabling!
Yeshua is compassion itself. He lifted people up and out of behavior that was self-defeating. That is true compassion. Psychological brokenness causes people to look for acceptance and approval in ways that only continue to perpetuate their fractured image of self. And in the interest of 'support' many others applaud their fight to stay fractured and take comfort in other fractured individuals applause.
True compassion lifts up and heals the fractures. Yeshua heals. He is compassion.
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And Beautiful hub! I just forgot to mention it in the middle of discussion!
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Great topic and well written. I write about meditation and just published a hub on a meditative practice that develops one's compassion. We need more compassion in the world, and we must start with being compassionate with ourselves. Please write more on this topic it is very necessary!
I understand what you said and you are quite correct too. But compassion towards someone does get affected if its completely one sided.
If you are compassionate towards someone(by which i mean you are kind, gentle, understand how he/she thinks and take a genuine interest in him/her), you subtly develop an expectation from that individual to treat you in the same way. Many times it happens without conscious awareness. And then if you receive a feedback that u don't like, you suffer. Now its often our choice to forgive the person or not but this kind of feedback can affect our compassion towards him/her.
And as I said similar repeated feedback can completely make a person lose his/her compassion.
What I think is that its the feedback that we receive after doing something makes us to do more or less of it. Same thing happens with compassionate behavior too.
If you are being compassionate to someone but he/she doesn't understand the importance of it, then that sends a wrong message back to you. And if it happens multiple times then you have a notion set that its too silly to be caring and compassionate about someone and you stop doing it. In some cases people deliberately start ill behaving.
Other than this ksinll and Nell are also quite right. Sometimes either due to the race of life or lack of respect, people believe that its not possible to respect and honor the emotions of contemporaries and the message just propagates through the mass.
Compassion can be a weakness sometimes, but only if you are being too caring, and taking up your time with someone who basically is taking the Micky so to speak, but most of the time in this day and age we should show compassion as there are many out there that don't, nell
In an increasingly competitive society compassion can be seen as "getting in the way" and having no usefulness in terms of economic advancement. However, companies that foster strong mentorship and team values are more productive ones.


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