So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Monday, January 26, 2009

Learn Affiliate Marketing the Wealthy Affiliate Why

By Steve Siemoreland

Affiliate marketing on the internet nowadays is not difficult to learn if you know where to train, Thankfully there is salvation out there, its called the wealthy affiliate university, affiliate marketing can be built up into a real home business for next to nothing. Of cuase you need to learn this business just like any other but the rewards are substantial in the form of a very high income, you just need to put effort in to your business.

Let me repeat that, it's a real home business, just like the local business on the high street, but with a big deference, you dont or never ever will have the running costs associated with a high street business. The only thing you need to be successful in affiliate marketing is training. The wealthy affiliates university as built their reputation on producing some of the highest earning affiliates on the web today.

The easiest way to explain affiliate marketing works in a simple way. A wealthy affiliate constructs a landing page as part of his/her web site and simply sends targeted traffic to that page. Once a targeted visitor clicks on a special constructed link a cookie is dropped, and the resulting sale is rewarded with up to a 75% commission from the seller of the product. You are coached on how to achieve this at the wealthy affiliate university, all wealthy affiliates are learnt how to do this.

So this is what happens in the process, a visitor to your landing page, a potential customer as just entered a search phase in to the box at their favourite search engine. A model of a camera they want to buy, they look at the list of pages returned and start to click for more info. If they are happy with the review and price then the next logical step would be to click the buy button. Once that happens the cookie drops and once the sale goes through you make a commission, if they make a purchase.

At that point the affiliate link to the merchants order page drops a cookie which records the affiliates details and in turn the affiliate receives a commission payment for introducing the customer to the merchant. Sounds easy doesnt it, well in practice it is with the right training.

Wealthy Affiliate University top coaching program. You can learn at your own pace. there is also a lot of help in the forums from top earning wealthy affiliates who have been doing this business for years and earn a full time living from it. Its a home business that just happens, Anyone can succeed at this business.

Many have reported earnings in only their first month at the Wealthy Affiliate University and have gone on to earn more then $300 daily. This is a astonishing fact, because many have had no prier experience of any type of internet marketing, before attending the wealthy affiliate University for the first time.

There is a monthly subscription to pay, why wouldnt there be , you have some of the finest affiliate tools you normally have to pay for. not even the top universities give you your books for free. all of the subscriptions go back in to the upkeep of the tools of which there is a hell of a lot. you can learn at your own pace, there is no presser to finish anything on a time frame, and if you need help with anything you don't understand it is only a click away. and if for some reason you don't like it and find it's not for you. you can cancel your subscription at any time, if you wish to leave the university.

The affiliate business is ideal for work at home mums and dads, or anyone who wants to set up a high earning home business that is a real business, it's flexible and runs on autopilot for the most, and for the student who is willing to put just a little hard work in to it, there is a very high earning potential, if to willing to follow the teaching instructions given to them in their learning materials,

It is my understanding wealthy affiliates make available to students, all the tools and learning materials needed to complete the course and earn money as they learn. landing pages. Tracking tools, site builders, rapid article writers and hosting are all on hand and much more is available along with other things.

Since the university was founded online back in 2004 well over 90,000+ students have passed through the doors. I was recently invited to the forums, and given the chance to post, and must say the feed back was electric. I soon found myself engaged in some positive discussions with the students in there and some of the more advanced wealthy affiliates who do a lot of the coaching, and have been around since the start. they are always on hand to instruct the new students should they require it.

To test this out myself I made a guest posting and received offers of help in no time. not just one or two replies but 10 within the hour, it seemed everyone was watching the post unfold and was giving their opinion on the problem I posted. which was optimising a landing page. People where actually ready and physically happy to set up my landing page optimization for me.

Browsing more parts of the forum, I found myself lost in the success stories postings, they where truly motivating and delightful to read. It seemed that almost anyone who is willing to learn with the help of the more savvy masters helping and teaching them, that any amount of success is truly accomplishable.

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Buying Online: Shopping for Kid's Clothing

By Katie Wilber

Shopping online for your children can be a little tricky. You cannot touch the items nor can you shake the hand of the manager or store owner and make a personal connection. Without this tangible buying experience, some shoppers are left with many questions.

On top of the questions about fit and quality, shipping, returns, and the security of our transactions top the list of concerns. Here are a few tips and strategies for making online shopping for children's clothing a stress free process.

Verify The Reputation Of The Store First!

Quick, before you being shopping on a site, check the URL - that's the website address. Does it say HTTP or HTTPS? If there is no S, then the site isn't secure. Find another store.

Also look for feedback about the store online. There are many review sites and if the site youre shopping at has received many complaints, chances are youll find them online. You can do a quick search by typing in the name of the store and the word reviews, Store Name + Reviews into your search engine of choice.

Online resources like The Better Business Bureau, are good references to make sure a business is well established and takes care of their customers.

What brands does the store carry? Are they brands with a reputation for quality? Are they brands or designers you're familiar with? If not, do a quick bit of research to find out the reliability of the designers and brands the store carried.

Look For Product Descriptions

An accurate product description will include what the item is made of, washing instructions and sometimes even the sizing.

A picture, or pictures, of the clothing item is imperative. Children can be finicky and the wrong shade of green can mean the difference between a favorite sweater and one that gets stuffed under the bed.

Read Store Policies

When will you receive the items? Some stores have very structured shipping policies which are apparent and stated quite clearly on their site. This is ideal and a good sign that you're dealing with a reputable business.

What happens if the item doesn't fit? Like shipping policies, return policies are also important. Read the policy before you make a purchase to make sure you're satisfied with your commitment and the store's return policy.

What Are Your Child's Measurements?

Finally, its important to know your childs size and measurements. We all know that you can fit into a size 8 in one brand and in another brand youre a size 10 " its enough to drive a person crazy. However if you know your childs measurements then you can determine what size is appropriate for them for any brand " no more guessing games. Clothing websites should provide you with a sizing chart, so you can get the right size for your child.

Share the wealth. Tell others about your online shopping experiences. If you have a bad experience by all means post a review however don't forget to post a good review when you have a good experience. Good reviews help as much as the bad ones and they ensure the stores you love stay in business.

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Leather Motorcycle Jacket Style is Important

By Frank Medley

When you're looking for a new jacket, there are many important things to look for. Safety, of course, is important for any rider. But leather motorcycle jacket style is also an important part of the decision.

As you're looking at jackets, you'll notice that two different styles are prevalent. There is the more classic half waist style, seen in movies, or the longer three quarter style that gives more protection.

If the classic style is important to you, you should definitely buy a waist length jacket. This is the iconic jacket style, the one James Dean and the Fonz wear, and it's the most stylish.

If this is the leather motorcycle jacket style that you do decide to buy, you should be looking for one very important feature. The back should be longer than the front, to give you complete coverage when you bend forward.

If you're an older rider who have developed a little bit of a beer belly, the three quarter length style will be better for you. This leather motorcycle jacket style offers longer and better protection.

If you do go on longer or multiple day rides, you might want to get a three quarter length jacket as well. The extra coverage will give you more comfort as you ride, and give you more storage room.

If you're a rider who likes to stand out, there are leather motorcycle jacket styles in a variety of colors. This will allow you to match your bike, stand out in the crowd, or simply be more noticeable to other motorists.

A leather motorcycle jacket style can fit into your riding lifestyle easily. Whatever you're looking to show off, a leather jacket will let you do so, and let you do it while looking your best.

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Tips for a Contemporary Kitchen Design

By Torrie Cantor

More and more homeowners are choosing contemporary kitchen design these days. These designs are functional and usually answer the needs of modern homeowners. Here are some great elements that you should remember to add to a contemporary kitchen.

Sleek Pieces

Fine lines and sleek designs are in these days. Your storage units can come in light or dark finished wood with smooth surfaces. That means no external pulls and handles. Many recent storage unit models now also come in specially coated stainless steel. These easily match the stainless steel refrigerator and appliances that are a staple in contemporary kitchens. For a moderate look, stainless steel can be incorporated with wood and glass elements.

Fewer Items

Contemporary kitchen designers may disagree over a lot of design elements. They usually share one idea in common though-minimalism. Contemporary designs work best when there is less. This concept is supported by linear geometric designs or patterns. It is a must for you to keep surfaces as clean and as free of objects as possible. Small appliances can be kept in recessed sections or in table top cabinets.

Soft and Bright Colors

Keep your colors very minimal. Just as there should be minimal items, there should also be minimal colors. You can choose a major subdued color accent like white, brown, black or metallic and pair it with one or two bright colors like red and electric blue. You should always remember though that size should be considered when finalizing kitchen colors. Smaller kitchens should always have light colors. Pastel colors will make your kitchen look bigger than it really is.

Lights

Contemporary kitchens should have lights that are not outright obvious. You can accomplish this by going for lights in recesses or directional hanging lights in metal cones. One important thing that you should never neglect though is that all kitchens, regardless of design should provide clear lighting. This is a rule that cannot be compromised for the sake of design. Kitchen lights protect you from injury during food preparation.

Floor Design and Space

Kitchen floor is just as important as your kitchen walls. Ceramic tiles and cleverly designed linoleum are cheap options for kitchen floors. If you can spare a few more dollars though, you can go for granite or concrete floors that come with linear designs.

You may want to keep your floor areas as open and spacious as possible. If you have a small kitchen, you can easily achieve this by removing all barriers that separate the different parts of your house. Your kitchen floor can merge with your living room and dining area. Floor material and lighting can provide the distinction if you feel that there is a need to break areas.

There are designs for different kitchen shapes and sizes. If you aren't sure about what you like, the best course of action would be to ask an expert to help you. He may have truly contemporary ideas that you may want to apply on your kitchen.

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Deliver Flowers To Jacksonville

By Susan Cross

Looking for a flower delivery can be real easy for people searching a service for Jacksonville, Florida as most online florists have opened up websites to serve people in this endeavor. With Online florists available with ease, sending flowers to loved ones living at far flung places is real fun and easy.

Earlier people used to call up their local florist for sending the same and even some telephone florists had gained immense fame but now these tend to fade off as these are comparatively slower and uncertain means of sending flowers.

Most floral orders are done as a way to send a gift to someone who you care about who may live far away. Aside from weddings and proms, most florists make their money on the network trade. The network trade is when a group of florists from all over the country belong to a network. When they receive an order for someone who is out of their area of delivery, they forward it to a florist in their network that is close to the delivery point.

Some other techniques used by florists were telephone florists which eliminated middleman and sent the delivery information immediately to the closest florist. This was not preferred by most senders as here you can not know the actual flowers that you send and people most often want to choose flowers.

Generally when you order flowers with your local florists for delivery, most of the times you do not see them because they are ordered on the phone. Telephone florists work the same way for sending flowers to Jacksonville.

When you order flowers via the online route, however, you open up a world of choices. You can not only choose the type of arrangement that you want, but the container that it comes in and the blooms. You have choices when it comes to the type of flowers that you send and how you send them when you choose an online florist.

Online florists have a real wide presence and they connect to all those florists in the country where their delivery point is intended. These are the fastest and the best means of sending flowers to Jacksonville, Florida and these can also send flowers to any part of the state.

So, whenever you are in need of sending flowers to your loved ones, choose an online route and save time.

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Pillows That Make an Dramatic Difference

By Patrick Mahoney

Style blending accessories have taken on many roles in the home, being utilized as an added comfort to a sofa, a spot of color in a corner or a matching theme in a room but the simplicity and distinction of today's throw pillows, table runners and lamp shades are gaining popularity in the art and design world as never before bringing a taste of magic to modern living.[I:5:J]

Once limited to canvas, dramatic designs and drawings can now be found in the home by award-winning artists on items such as chair cushions, table runners, blankets, pillows and other useful trimmings. Designers Eye is a Swedish textile manufacturer who has burst onto the decorating scene, led by Lena Bergstrom, award-winning designer. Pillows created out of felted, virgin wool is their trademark, using gentle, soothing colors in stripes and floral, adding a touch of elegance to any setting.[I:1:J]

Mibo, founded in the UK, was the brainchild of TV and Film Art Director, Madeline Rogers. Noticing that her flat lacked a certain light in furnishings, she set out to rectify the problem. Pillows and wallpaper are part of her creativity using vivid, yet subtle hues in her accessories. Linen and cotton cushions bring a joyful brightness to any section of a room needing a pick me up. Another favorite is Madeline's impressive tile tattoos that literally bring out the life in a kitchen or bath.

Modern Basics is located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, and was the brainstorm of two friends who worked together at a product development firm. Sharing attention to detail and a love of textiles, Page Ikeda and Rhonda Holloway started Modern Basics in 2001. Table coasters, crib bedding and pillows are their popular items with simple designs in blues, browns, reds and greens. Stylish and fun is the motto of this twosome and it shows in everything they make.

The zabuton, which simply means 'seat-cloth-sphere' has been a tradional type of floor seat/pillow in the Orient for centuries. It was just a matter of time before the tradition of floor sitting began to spread to America. Unlike a fluffy, overstuffed throw pillow, the zabuton is flatter, made of muslin and has a life span of eight to ten years. The fantastic part is that any pillow cover can be created to match any taste for use in your TV room or to seduce your guests around a crackling fire.

Decorative accessories are no longer common, factory generated pieces where duplicates are found in every store. Design teams from all over the world are learning that textiles are an exciting way to express fashion and design. Whether you are looking to add drama to a fireplace, fun to a game room or modern style to your living area, pillows, runners and many other small decor selections can make a huge difference in your modern home style.

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Factors to be considered before choosing the flooring

By Adam Peters

Flooring is a very important aspect in the designing of a house. It can change the entire look of your home and you can create the effect that you desire solely by changing the flooring of your home.

What many people tend to forget is that flooring is dependent on where your house is situated. This is because climactic factors play a definitive role in determining the suitability of different floors. If your house is by the seaside, then you should most probably go for tiles as they help in taking away some of the heat and providing a pleasant and cool feel to the house. On the other hand, if you are staying in a hill station or cold place, then wooden flooring is ideal as it brings about a cozy and warm feel to the house.

Apart from the location, another factor you need to consider is the monetary angle. If you have a restricted budget, you have relatively lesser choices in choosing flooring. This need not disappoint you. There are so many options available both in retail stores and online that you will not have to settle for an inferior quality flooring to accommodate your budget. You also need to remember that opting for very low quality stuff will have more negative consequences in the long run in terms of maintenance. A small amount of research will help you here.

You also need to do some study on whether the flooring matches the furniture and overall look of your house. Depending on your personality type, you can select the color of your flooring. If you are the vibrant types, then you can go for colorful or bold flooring. If you are the introspective person, then something more sober and elegant might suit you better. If you cannot make up your mind about this, then it is better to take the help of an interior designer.

All in all, it would be advisable to ponder over the points mentioned above before choosing on the flooring of your house. There will be cases when you have to disregard the sensible course and follow the desires of your heart. For example, if you have a passion for wooden flooring then it makes sense to go for it, irrespective of where you stay. All you need to do in this scenario is to pay more attention to the maintenance of the flooring.

Generally, people have a preference for wooden flooring. The only detriments here are the cost and amount of maintenance required. If the wooden look is what you aspire, then you could also consider laminate flooring like Brazilian walnut hardwood flooring or bamboo flooring. Both these flooring are becoming increasing popular and they provide a great look without being too costly. You could also opt for ceramic, marble, linoleum or other tiles based on your style preference. All you need to be sure about is that you get good quality and a good price.

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By Amber J. Hernandez

When you start redecorating your bathroom there are only a few items you usually have the power to change unless you are considering doing an entire overhaul and remodel of the room. In fact, typically the bathroom is considered to be the easiest location in your house to decorate. However, there are a few elements of your bathroom that warrant your close consideration, such as the bathroom vanity.

If you're searching for a way to make your bathroom stand out, you might need to purchase a customized vanity. When you are in need of a new vanity mirror and only shopping locally instead of looking at all the wide variety of options that are being sold to you online, it can make your decisions harder than you want.

As with any room, if you knew that an item was going to be the focal point; wouldn't you make sure you spent the time to pick out a custom piece that speaks volumes about your decorating touch? Therefore, you do not want to buy just any common bathroom vanity out of a commercial department store, but instead look for a piece that seems to scream out to you.

Therefore, you might go online to look for your new bathroom vanity as you open up a world of endless possibilities. In the end you may end up paying more for shipping, but you may also be able to take advantage of online deals which means you will end up paying the same price as in store in exchange for a one of a kind of deal.

Since there are so many more shipping prices online, different bathroom vanity dealers tend to lower their prices to draw customers to them. At the same time you are being offered the lower prices you will also find you are offered more diversity in products. You might even find a better deal online than in store if you find a store that offers free insured shipping along with your purchase.

One thing you will want to make sure is that your purchase is ensured, because glass is highly breakable, and you do not want to receive a broken bathroom vanity. After all, if you receive the centerpiece of your bathroom in shattered pieces you will be no farther ahead than when you started. However, this aside, online shopping will provide you with many more opportunities than you would have found at any department store.

Also, online shopping for a bathroom vanity can be done while you are in your home allowing you the option of reviewing your purchase while in the bathroom studying the design. Therefore, you do not have to visualize your bathroom from outside your home, which is why many people prefer shopping online for all their decoration needs.

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