Stuff I wrote and made I can't put elsewhere

Fun facts The largest moon of Saturn A dense atmosphere with stable lakes and rivers The atmosphere is mostly Nitrogen (like Earth) Average temperatures of -179 C It has a methane cycle like Earth has a water cycle Discovered in 1655 by Christian Huygens Saturn’s moons give her rings by shepherding the ice Saturn has 83 moons Titan is a quarter the size of the Earth 24 of Saturn’s moons are in regular orbits 59 moons are in irregular orbits, more distant and possibly retrograde Lowertroposphere:95.0%N2, 4.9%CH4; Surface97%N2,2.7±0.1%CH4,0.1–0.2%H2 The methane cycle allows rain of methane. The moon is weathered with complex formations created by the methane cycle. Christian Huygens in 1655. Christian had been making telescopes with his brother. Titan was the sixth moon discovered after Earth’s moon and five Jupiter ones. "Cassini Equinox Mission: Huygens Landed with a Splat".JPL. January 18, 2005. Coustenis, Athéna; Taylor, F. W. (2008).Titan: Exploring an Earthlike World. World Scientific.ISBN978-981-270-501-3. https://voiceddb.locals.com/post/2217632/titan-a-moon-of-mystery

Some kids taught me this the other year. I can now draw a pig "One little one little one big circle One little, one little, one big circle One little, one little, one big circle. W, W, e" Can you draw a pig? === AUAWN1124321

This is a continuance of the fat old Hugh Grant series. Galatians 1, Paul upbraids the Christians of Galati for not following gospel. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=galatians%201&version=NIV AUAWN0425112 === Paul, an apostle—sent not from men nor by a man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— and all the brothers and sisters with me, To the churches in Galatia: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen. No Other Gospel I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting the one who called you to live in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— which is really no gospel at all. Evidently some people are throwing you into confusion and are trying to pervert the gospel of Christ. But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel other than the one we preached to you, let them be under God’s curse! As we have already said, so now I say again: If anybody is preaching to you a gospel other than what you accepted, let them be under God’s curse! Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ. Paul Called by God I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that the gospel I preached is not of human origin. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ. For you have heard of my previous way of life in Judaism, how intensely I persecuted the church of God and tried to destroy it. I was advancing in Judaism beyond many of my own age among my people and was extremely zealous for the traditions of my fathers. But when God, who set me apart from my mother’s womb and called me by his grace, was pleased to reveal his Son in me so that I might preach him among the Gentiles, my immediate response was not to consult any human being. I did not go up to Jerusalem to see those who were apostles before I was, but I went into Arabia. Later I returned to Damascus. Then after three years, I went up to Jerusalem to get acquainted with Cephas and stayed with him fifteen days. I saw none of the other apostles—only James, the Lord’s brother. I assure you before God that what I am writing you is no lie. Then I went to Syria and Cilicia. I was personally unknown to the churches of Judea that are in Christ. They only heard the report: “The man who formerly persecuted us is now preaching the faith he once tried to destroy.” And they praised God because of me.

My name is David Daniel Ball I'm a teacher with three decades experience teaching math to high school kids.I also work with first graders and kids in between first grade and high school. I know the legends of why Hypatia's dad is remembered through his contribution to Math theory. And I know the legend of why followers of Godel had thought he had disproved God's existence. I'm not a preacher, but I am a Christian who has written over 28 books all of which include some reference to my faith. Twelve blog books on world history and current affairs, detailing world events , births and marriages on each day of the year, organised by month. Twelve books on the background to and history of Bible Quotes. One Bible quote per day for a year. An intro to a science fiction series I'm planning, post apocalyptic cyber punk. An autobiography with short story collections. I'm known in Australia for my failure as a whistleblower over the negligence death of a school boy. I had reported the issue responsibly and had not known I'd blown the whistle. The embarrassed left wing government had responded by imposition of a nationwide ban on the use of peanut butter in canteens, despite failing to address the issue of peanut allergy appropriately. I've been de-platformed on Facebook and twitter despite not being an activist. Twitter did not like me asking for Obama to face justice in 2011. FB gave no specific reason for removing me following Jan 6th 2021 in Washington DC where a policeman killed an unarmed woman, so a crowd would know he was in control. AUAWN0901321 https://conservativeweasel.blogspot.com/2021/09/wed-1st-september-2021-current-affairs.html

From Invisible Dyad 9, competition http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=55206 A tribute for Pamela Frances Ball, who passed away Valentines Day 1978 of renal failure at age 13. A brave girl who had fought kidney disease all of her short life. This piece was dedicated to the Stop Aids Now group, with musicians dedicating work to a cause. The talent behind the music is the artist called Frozen Entropy. Many many thanks to Frozen Entropy for his production, guitar and all round brilliance. AUAWN0214107

This track came into being because of Didier's love for the movie, the theme. His playing, his singing. I penned the lyric, following detail, online, about script http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=58698 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Everything_Is_Illuminated http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=61417 === I was raised as an Atheist. I learned, after reading the Bible, that God loves me, and you. This is his song for you too. He loves you, and wants to be with you. All the elements are me and mine. ARIA ISRC number AUAWA0422107

Blues piece. Written by David Daniel Ball, performed by Barretok and Filmscore at icompositions http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=69697 Lyrics; A Hostage's Dream by ddball Only because I wanted friendship Only because you seemed to care Only because I lost my brother And the ambulance wasn't there Only because I grieved for summer Only because of the sports we dare Only because there seemed no hope Yet that dream we seemed to share Only because its worth the journey Only because we have to fight Only because the flash of brilliance Dims before the morning light Only because I had to see you Only because of the way you smile Only because of the pet you rescued From beneath the stinking pile. Only because I have no power Only because I lost my strength Only because I gave to anger And said some rather silly things Only because there is tomorrow Only because the sun will rise Only because a mornings promise Shines beyond that daring glare. Written on the occasion of Korean missionaries held hostage by extremists AUAWN0731107

The fact I cannot sing does not mean I will not. === A corruption of the brilliant Jackson 5 number "Never Can Say Goodbye" http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=52842 Thanks to CNN and news.com.au for the pictures. Sadly, the life of Saddam was of such a nature that these images may offend. "Never Can Say Goodbye" is a song written by Clifton Davis and originally recorded by The Jackson 5. The song was originally written and intended for the Supremes; however, Motown decided it would be better for the Jackson 5. It was the first single released from the group's 1971 album Maybe Tomorrow, and was one of the group's most successful records. It has been covered numerous times, most notably in 1974 by Gloria Gaynor and in 1987 by British pop group The Communards. http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=52869 AUAWN1231106

Big Heart is two stories, originally titled 'Beating Heart' and 'Broken Heart.' Sam is 14 years old, and dreams of making it big in the world. Only thing is, he gets no respect at school or at home. He has friends that deal in drugs, and he thinks he might make a success of it, but then people begin to die and Sam needs to work fast to escape the hole he has dug himself. David Daniel Ball, wrote and narrated this story. It was originally published in the 'Werewolves of Wynyard' collection. text version at http://oddballsstories.blogspot.com/2007/12/big-heart.html David Daniel Ball AUAWN1221207

The Ballad of Mytzi The Puppy was written as a sequel to 'The Mystery of Webster's Curse.' There was a small opening through which this story might come into being. Master had killed his sister, Mistress, because of the curse. Mytzi was a witness. Mytzi goes seeking justice .. or revenge. It is a tough world for a puppy on its own. This is not about the curse, but about the puppy. It has a beginning, middle and an end. Text version at http://oddballsstories.blogspot.com/2007/12/mystery-of-websters-curse-heroism-of.html David Daniel Ball AUAWN01221107

The complete HD video comprising all four parts. The story is produced, written and directed and narrated by David Daniel Ball. Art work has been created by the former Disney animator May Wa Leng. A few clips were from VideoBlocks.com, a film footage firm which sells clips to tv studios and individuals for rebroadcast use. ARIA ISRC number AUAWN0710112 Home of the story is http://oddballsstories.blogspot.com/2007/12/mystery-of-websters-curse-heroism-of.html

MyHeritage website recently introduced a new DNA feature where they linked trees to DNA relatives where possible. The paper trail may be weak and must be tested, but I've recently had stunning success bringing a family line from 1800's to 1700's. However, along the way, I may have discovered a connection to George Washington. I've been working on my tree for years, across several sites. I've recently worked most on MyHeritage as it has been friendliest to my connecting secure data on paper trails. I had wanted to find my family roots after my father had passed in '09. We were estranged for most of my life and I wanted to know how I fit in, now that my father could no longer help. I'm also a cousin to Jack Ryder, the 'King of Collingwood' and I wanted to find that connection too. But that is for another time. My last name is Ball and George Washington's mother, Mary Ball might have been a relative, but I had little hope of ever proving that. There had been little to think I would, because my Ball family connections are from Salford in Manchester, UK, whereas Mary's had been near the Potomac in Virginia. I knew relatives had come from Ireland, but things were obscured. The potato famine left lots of obscure records and breakages in links. I was being led back to Ireland, possibly county Cork. There was no need to connect to USA or the old colony of Virginia. MyHeritage introduced their theory of family relativity function and connected me too a DNA match as a third cousin living in USA. I followed their medium confidence tree links and found the relative, but also extended my tree for our common ancestor, not to Ireland, but to Virginia. My ancestor had been a surveyor who had worked for Washington in his later years and grew up working around the Potomac. Now, I must test the links to see what is weak and may be disproved. I will also extend to see if there is a direct connection. After a first check, I have found that my possible ancestor is a member of the Ball family of the Potomac. I must check the connections from successive generations to see if they make sense. Why go to Manchester from the tobacco farms? The Manchester Ball family were metal workers and trades people, not farmers. Did they migrate back to England for work? If the links are strong, and they really are my relatives, then why is my 11th great grandfather brother to Mary Ball when she was an only child? Is he a half brother? https://conservativeweasel.blogspot.com/2021/03/genealogy-discovery-am-i-related-to.html AUAWN0326221 If I am related to him, how can I do my next task and find a link to Lincoln? === extra work shows a break in the line. I'm not related to George Washington. I am still related to the DNA link.

KDMan gave me this great intro to icomps. He is the talent that gives you the sound here. I put some images to it, and the laugh http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=18157

Music by Yohmar and Ramona formerly of iCompositions.com === I don't know how to describe the music. I'll be guided by the dynamic duo. I (DDBall) made the video in Final Cut employing images from GraphicStock and video from VideoBlocks. The mistakes are mine and mine alone. === omar nasr1 year ago David you are genius i love it wonderful surprise :) :) i love it David Ball1 year ago +omar nasr It is a joy for me to work on your music

Intimate Rendezvous is the awesome track, made to the music by storkaas guitars by lafayette vocals by grathy and yohmar on icompositions dot com Video is risque

An extension of the work of other, better artists .. cf http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=68833 by Bass2x http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=68808 By My Quest Miles http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=68641 Barretok Audio is at http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=68852 This is part of the larger project http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=74911 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/99_bottles_of_beer

This track came into being because of Didier's love for the movie, the theme. His playing, his singing. I penned the lyric, following detail, online, about script http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=58698 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Everything_Is_Illuminated http://www.icompositions.com/music/song.php?sid=61417 === I was raised as an Atheist. I learned, after reading the Bible, that God loves me, and you. This is his song for you too. He loves you, and wants to be with you. All the elements are me and mine. ARIA ISRC number AUAWA0422107

Comedic portrayal of Nero's death covering several issues badly, the death of Nero's mum by his command. His isolation. His reasons for killing Christians he labelled Atheists. === Impression based on theme of Nero and his death. Nero (Latin: Nero Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus; 15 December 37 – 9 June 68), wasRoman Emperor from 54 to 68, and the last in the Julio-Claudian dynasty. Nero was adopted by his great-uncle Claudius to become his heir and successor, and succeeded to the throne in 54 following Claudius' death. During his reign, Nero focused much of his attention on diplomacy, trade, and enhancing the cultural life of the Empire. He ordered theaters built and promoted athletic games. During his reign, the redoubtable general Corbulo conducted a successful war and negotiated peace with theParthian Empire. His general Suetonius Paulinus crushed a revolt in Britain. Also, he annexed theBosporan Kingdom to the Empire, and the First Roman–Jewish War began. In 64, most of Rome was destroyed in the Great Fire of Rome, which many Romans believed Nero himself had started in order to clear land for his planned palatial complex, the Domus Aurea. In 68, the rebellion of Vindex in Gaul and later the acclamation of Galba in Hispania drove Nero from the throne. Facing assassination, he committed suicide on 9 June 68. Nero's rule is often associated with tyranny and extravagance. He is known for many executions, including those of his mother and the probable murder by poison of his stepbrother, Britannicus. He is also infamously known as the Emperor who "fiddled while Rome burned", although this is now considered an inaccurate rumor, and as an early persecutor of Christians. He was known for having captured Christians burned in his garden at night for a source of light. This view is based on the writings of Tacitus, Suetonius, and Cassius Dio, the main surviving sources for Nero's reign. Few surviving sources paint Nero in a favorable light. Some sources, though, including some mentioned above, portray him as an emperor who was popular with the common Roman people, especially in the East. The study of Nero is problematic as some modern historians question the reliability of ancient sources when reporting on Nero's tyrannical acts. The revolt of Vindex and Galba and the death of Nero Marble bust of Nero, Antiquarium of the Palatine. Alleged Tomb of Nero In March 68, Gaius Julius Vindex, the governor of Gallia Lugdunensis, rebelled against Nero's tax policies. Lucius Verginius Rufus, the governor of Germania Superior, was ordered to put down Vindex's rebellion. In an attempt to gain support from outside his own province, Vindex called uponServius Sulpicius Galba, the governor of Hispania Tarraconensis, to join the rebellion and further, to declare himself emperor in opposition to Nero. At the Battle of Vesontio in May 68, Verginius' forces easily defeated those of Vindex and the latter committed suicide. However, after putting down this one rebel, Verginius' legions attempted to proclaim their own commander as Emperor. Verginius refused to act against Nero, but the discontent of the legions of Germany and the continued opposition of Galba in Spain did not bode well for Nero. While Nero had retained some control of the situation, support for Galba increased despite his being officially declared a public enemy. The prefect of the Praetorian Guard, Gaius Nymphidius Sabinus, also abandoned his allegiance to the Emperor and came out in support for Galba. In response, Nero fled Rome with the intention of going to the port of Ostia and from there to take a fleet to one of the still-loyal eastern provinces. However, he abandoned the idea when some army officers openly refused to obey his commands, responding with a line from Vergil's Aeneid: "Is it so dreadful a thing then to die?" Nero then toyed with the idea of fleeing to Parthia, throwing himself upon the mercy of Galba, or to appeal to the people and beg them to pardon him for his past offences "and if he could not soften their hearts, to entreat them at least to allow him the prefecture of Egypt". Suetonius reports that the text of this speech was later found in Nero's writing desk, but that he dared not give it from fear of being torn to pieces before he could reach the Forum. Nero returned to Rome and spent the evening in the palace. After sleeping, he awoke at about midnight to find the palace guard had left. Dispatching messages to his friends' palace chambers for them to come, he received no answers. Upon going to their chambers personally, he found them all abandoned. When he called for a gladiator or anyone else adept with a sword to kill him, no one appeared. He cried, "Have I neither friend nor foe?" and ran out as if to throw himself into the Tiber. Returning, Nero sought for some place where he could hide and collect his thoughts. An imperial freedman offered his villa, located 4 miles outside the city. Travelling in disguise, Nero and four loyal servants reached the villa, where Nero ordered them to dig a grave for him. At this time, a courier arrived with a report that the Senate had declared Nero a public enemy and that it was their intention to execute him by beating him to death. At this news, Nero prepared himself for suicide. Losing his nerve, he first begged for one of his companions to set an example by first killing himself. At last, the sound of approaching horsemen drove Nero to face the end. However he still could not bring himself to take his own life but instead he forced his private secretary, Epaphroditos, to perform the task. Nero's famous last words from this moment are "Qualis artifex pereo" or in english "What an artist dies in me!" When one of the horsemen entered, upon his seeing Nero all but dead he attempted to stop the bleeding in vain. Nero died on 9 June 68.This was the anniversary of the death of Octavia. Nero was buried in the Mausoleum of the Domitii Ahenobarbi, in what is now the Villa Borghese (Pincian Hill) area of Rome. With his death, the Julio-Claudian dynasty ended. Chaos ensued in the Year of the Four Emperors. === AUAWN1127111 http://conservativeweasel.blogspot.com/2011/11/death-of-nero.html

An introduction to the second intifada. This is the first of a series of documentaries. It starts with the recent seminary slayings, and glosses over events that will later be covered in depth. This is documentary, asking questions, not providing a view point, although the documentary maker has an opinion which informs their direction. === Images and video sourced from news of actual events publicly available === Sequels not yet made five years on === I was raised as an Atheist. I learned, after reading the Bible, that God loves me, and you. This is his song for you too. He loves you, and wants to be with you. All the elements are me and mine. ARIA ISRC number AUAWN0309108

Ad libbing on the death of Judas to make a sequel to Fat Old Hugh Grant

A first cut of an adlib for the death of Judas. The choice made being that Judas was part of the faction who wanted Jesus to come in military power and rule. His betrayal may have been at Jesus' instigation to fulfil prophecy. If Judas died before the resurrection then this makes more sense. If Judas died about a month after then this makes sense if he isolated himself from the disciples and was unaware of the resurrection. AUAWN1120111 http://conservativeweasel.blogspot.com/2011/11/death-of-judas.html

improvisation around a theme of the death of Judas. Judas Iscariot (Hebrew: יהודה איש־קריות‎, Yehuda, Yəhûḏāh ʾΚ-qrayyôṯ) was, according to theNew Testament, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus. He is best known for his betrayal of Jesus to the hands of the chief priests for 30 pieces of silver.[1] Death There are a few descriptions of the death of Judas, two of which are included in the modernBiblical canon: Matthew 27:3-10 says that Judas returned the money to the priests and committed suicide by hanging himself. They used it to buy the potter's field. The Gospel account presents this as a fulfilment of prophecy. The Acts of the Apostles says that Judas used the money to buy a field, but fell headfirst, and burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out. This field is called Akeldamaor Field of Blood. The non-canonical Gospel of Judas says Judas had a vision of the disciples stoning and persecuting him. Another account was preserved by the early Christian leader, Papias: "Judas walked about in this world a sad example of impiety; for his body having swollen to such an extent that he could not pass where a chariot could pass easily, he was crushed by the chariot, so that his bowels gushed out." The existence of conflicting accounts of the death of Judas caused problems for scholars who saw them as threatening the reliability of Scripture. This problem was one of the points causing C. S. Lewis, for example, to reject the view "that every statement in Scripture must be historical truth". Various attempts at harmonization have been suggested, such as that of Augustine that Judas hanged himself in the field and the fall burst his body open, or that the accounts of Acts and Matthew refer to two different transactions. Modern scholars tend to reject these approaches stating that the Matthew account is a midrashic exposition that allows the author to present the event as a fulfilment of prophetic passages from the Old Testament. They argue that the author adds imaginative details such as the thirty pieces of silver, and the fact that Judas hangs himself, to an earlier tradition about Judas's death. Matthew's reference to the death as fulfilment of a prophecy "spoken through Jeremiah the prophet" caused controversy, since it paraphrases a story from the Book of Zechariah which refers to the return of a payment of thirty pieces of silver. Some writers, such as Augustine, Jerome, and John Calvin concluded that this was an obvious error. Some modern writers suggest that the Gospel writer may have had a passage from Jeremiah in mind, such as chapters 18 and 19, which refers to a potter's jar and a burial place, and chapter 32 which refers to a burial place and an earthenware jar. first cut A first cut of an adlib for the death of Judas. The choice made being that Judas was part of the faction who wanted Jesus to come in military power and rule. His betrayal may have been at Jesus' instigation to fulfil prophecy. If Judas died before the resurrection then this makes more sense. If Judas died about a month after then this makes sense if he isolated himself from the disciples and was unaware of the resurrection. Final cut .. === An adlib for the death of Judas. The choice made being that Judas was part of the faction who wanted Jesus to come in military power and rule. His betrayal may have been at Jesus' instigation to fulfil prophecy. If Judas died before the resurrection then this makes more sense. If Judas died about a month after then this makes sense if he isolated himself from the disciples and was unaware of the resurrection. Judas would never have seen the military victory .. because the victory was more comprehensive AUAWN1128111 http://conservativeweasel.blogspot.com/2011/11/death-of-judas.html

Ad libbing on the death of Nero to make a sequel to Fat Old Hugh Grant AUAWN1126111

An introduction to my channel Careful, brother. I want to encourage you, but I most point out that it isn't humble to stand before the Lord and say "I did not eat of that fruit." Instead, we have been blessed through grace. We have *some* knowledge, but not all of it. And we are to use it too, not bury it. My father knows my heart. I might see the devil, but I will hold fast to my father, the Lord. I was raised as an Atheist. I learned, after reading the Bible, that God loves me, and you. This is his song for you too. He loves you, and wants to be with you. All the elements are me and mine. ARIA ISRC number AUAWN1209113

Two million words across twelve books written in a year. Four are published and eight will be written in the next fortnight or two. I have sacrificed much friends I have trusted I have also betrayed and I cannot undo it. But I stand by what I did because to not do so would have been worse. Still, I thank those who supported me to persevere when it would have been very easy to give up. My Aunt Joan Watson and my late grandmother Mary MacMahon and their respective offspring are big motivators for me. My cousin Dé Hurwits and his family. My students John Tran, Remi Oh, The Sosins, and their families. My Happy Cup Cabramatta friends Tuan, Christine and Helen. My online colleagues Stephanie Carroll, Mandy McLean, Phil Box, Jenny Vuong, Daniel Katz, Don Kramer and all their families. My close friends from Jesus Family Cabramatta and Marrickville, especially Timothy Ly, and those rogues from Inspire Church and the wonderful former US Army Chaplain John Morris and our Gathering. Also, Edu-Kingdom Bankstown’s William and Anne. This work is not over, the journey is not ended, but definitely we have reached a landmark. Some very special people I cannot name PFB, SLW (nee B) and TMN. Because the dream of tomorrow is the hope given by God. And lastly, thank you to my ‘daughter’ Tammy. Sometimes I long to go home. But, then I remember you are here, Tammy, and I want your future to be bright. The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep, And miles to go before I sleep. Robert Frost (Stopping by woods on a snowy evening) Father, you know the IPA (Institute of Public Affairs) and John Roskam, who used to work for my late father. I want my books to reinforce their campaign for free speech. Father God, the work is not complete. Not even as I finish with it. I have failed in my work I dedicated to you. But that is ok. I don't want it to be about me. I don't want people to read it and hear me, but know you. Such a failure is better than any of the wildest successes I might imagine. === I was raised as an Atheist. I learned, after reading the Bible, that God loves me, and you. This is his song for you too. He loves you, and wants to be with you. All the elements are me and mine. ARIA ISRC number AUAWN0726115