HI Daniel - I appreciate the feedback. I need all the help I can get right now as I am very green.

However, I have been told that push does not work when using the cordova 'emulator' (not sure if that is the right word). 

For now, I just need to see that UPS and cordova works - that I can push a message. That is the stage I am at. 

What are your reasons for advocating for not using Android emulator?