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Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Exciting Updates and Words of Encouragement
A year ago, I had a really strong feeling that I needed to quit teaching orchestra at an elementary school (contracted position) so I could focus solely on writing/Indie publishing.
It's only been 11 months since quitting that job, and already, I'm making more off of royalties than I made teaching orchestra.
Not only that, but my royalties exceed what I made teaching both orchestra and private lessons. And I'm not a cheap teacher. :-)
All I can say to this is WOW, and that I feel so very blessed! What an exciting, liberating, and thrilling time it is to be an author!
I post this as a way to encourage other Indie authors. I'm not huge or best selling, but I don't need to be, and neither do you to feel successful and to make a living - even if it is a meager one.
As Karen McQuestion said in a recent post on the new Kirkus Reviews Self-Pubishing Blog, "I was one of the first, but many other authors have gone the self-published e-book route and had the same kind of results—some even better! It's a good time to be a writer, maybe the best time in the history of the world. Three years ago my books were rejected. Now, they're being read and I get to write novels for a living. It doesn't get much better than that."
How is that for a nice warm fuzzy? :-)
And a really awesome quote from Mark Coker over on the Smashwords blog, talking about multiple best selling Indie authors hitting the NYT Bestselling list this week:
"Maybe tomorrow's bestseller is languishing on an undiscovered writer's computer, still waiting for a publisher to give it a chance. Maybe that writer will now realize they don't need the blessing of a publisher to become a published author, or to reach readers. Maybe they'll realize that the tools to publish and distribute a book are available at no cost, and the knowledge to professionally publish is available for the taking.
"It just takes effort.
"Give your book a chance. Get it out now. If you're exceptionally talented and work your butt off, then lightning might strike for you too. Or, if you're like most authors, you'll find the journey of self-publishing is reward enough, even if you don't make the New York Times bestseller list."
All right. Let's talk about what Mr. Coker is saying.
"It just takes effort," and "work your butt off"
Self-publishing IS NOT easy. Nothing worth achieving in life is - we've all heard that before, so don't be surprised to find out that it applies to this line of work as well. There are so many things to learn and understand, and so many avenues authors must use. If you aren't willing to make sacrifices, you won't succeed or achieve your goals.
Take your work seriously. Don't upload or make books public that haven't been edited and don't have professional covers. Give people a good impression. Help them feel confident that their investment - even if only $2.99 - is worth it.
Speaking of professionalism, Joe Konrath said, "Just because it's easier than ever before to reach an audience doesn't mean you should. Luck still plays a part in success. But so does professionalism. Being a professional means you won't inflict your crappy writing on the public."
He also said that being a professional includes being prolific and providing readers with multiple things to read, in every avenue possible (Smashwords, Kindle, Nook, etc.). And then he says that if, after doing all this, your sales aren't where you want them to be, you need to take a hard look at the writing itself. Did you have it read by multiple people/beta readers/editors before publishing? Is the writing actually good? Are you doing your best to progress? To give your readers something better each time you put up new work? If not, fix it.
Mark Coker said, "If you're exceptionally talented and you work your butt off, then lightning might strike for you too."
As with nearly any other field, inborn talent isn't always a requirement. Sometimes, working really hard, learning everything possible, practicing all the time, and listening to criticism from other people will actually get you farther than someone who was born with the talent to be a good writer.
And to those of you who complain about how much money self-publishing costs, you need to realize this isn't a get-rich quick scheme. You can't just expect to upload a badly-written book and start making money without actually sacrificing something. It's a business, and whoever heard of a business that didn't require an initial, upfront investment of the financial sort? Someone somewhere has to put money into the project. And you can bet you're going to be that person.
Here's another "blunt" quote from Joe Konrath (same link as above):
"A sacrifice involves choosing one thing over another. If you can't devote the time, energy, and money it takes to pursue this career, go do something else."
Something my husband and I have found, especially when it comes to the financial aspect of things: where there's a will, there's a way. Things have always worked out. We make the goals, work as hard as we can, and things fall into place.
The extra money we've needed has come along when we needed it. Perhaps this is due to the sacrifices we've made. In the beginning, and before we started, we set money aside every month. We still sacrifice going out to eat, going to the movies, buying toys and books and ice cream and even traveling to some family things to save on gas.
But I can tell you now, it is worth it. This is important to us and we made it a priority.
And it's paying us back. Things are still tight, but I can actually say I'm getting paid to do what I love.
What a great time to be alive!
A bit about the book signing (book launch for August Fortress) tonight:
It's official! The Molg (creature from my book) figurine/miniature will be on display!! We'll also have illustrations for you to look at and keys to sell along with my books. I'm so very excited! See you there. :-) (Click on the link above for details about the book signing.)
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That is awesome! I hope your success continues, and continually improves. And thanks again for passing on the name of the artist who did your book covers. James Curwen's pricing was very reasonable, and he did a fabulous job on my cover!ReplyDeleteReplies
He's so good at what he does! I'm glad I discovered him.Delete
You deserve your success, Andrea. Your writing is simply mahvelous.ReplyDeleteReplies
Awww, shucks. Thanks. :-)Delete
- Karen Carter-CallAugust 1, 2012 at 2:41 PM
Congratulations! So far so good, wishing you that the luck continues.ReplyDelete
Congrats! You don't really need that middleman to succeed. I quit my day job about two years ago. My indie writing pays my bills. I also heard that many published writers must sue their publishers to get royalties owed--a dirty little secret to be sure. Score another point for self-publishing.ReplyDelete


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This is a blank MiFare Classic sticker - often used for inventory, identification but also found in other systems where a flexible, thin tag is desired.
The tag contains a NXP S50 chip and an antenna, and is passively powered by the reader/writer when placed a couple inches away.
These can be read by almost any 13.56MHz RFID/NFC reader but make sure it can handle MiFare cards as there are a few other encoding standards (like FeLica) They are tested and work great with both our PN532 NFC/RFID breakout board and Adafruit NFC/RFID Shield for Arduino!
These use the S50 chipset, which used to be the 'classic' NFC chipset. In ~2014, the NFC forum decided not to support this chipset anymore, so newer phones do not support the MiFare classic. This only matters if you're trying to use this tag with a phone/tablet.
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Several readers have forwarded to us amazing video of Jets defensive end Shaun Ellis, a week after he delivered a last-minute win over the Bills, delivering a huge glob of snow into the stands at Qwest Field.
We think that Mr. Ellis will soon be hearing from the league about this one.
The video also has been posted at KSK and Busted Coverage. (Yeah, we're still spooked by the whole Chris Landry thing.)


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IN the Scriptures, Matthew 5:17-20 [COLOR=red]17 Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. 18 For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. 19 Whosoever(That would be Freak)[COLOR=red] therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so,(That would you, Freak) he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20
I don't know how many times I have to go over this with dispensationalist. It gets frustrating , but they need to know the proper way to think about the Law.
Things to know about the Law
1.) It NEVER brought righteousness. Just because you see a verse that speaks about the law, you have to ask yourself, if he is referring to salvation or something else. If he is speak of salvation, then yes we are no longer under the law. That is a good thing because no one is saved through observing the law. If we die without Christ we will be judged by the Law, and will fall short and will be condemned.
If he is speaking about the law being good and not to make void, he is not speaking about salvation but of a guide on how to live life he on earth.
Freak, since u say u are no longer under the law. What guides to to know what is right or wrong?
In your last post you quote the law, when it is referring to salvation. So I need no to comment about that.
What am I relying on? I don't rely on the Observance of the Law for salvation. SO what do you mean about rely?Originally posted by Freak
All who rely on observing the law are under a curse,
I certainly won't disagee, but Jesus also said in Matthew 22:40 "On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. Are u saying Freak that we no longer need to observe the two greatest commandments?Originally posted by Freak
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One quarter of EU Blue Card holders in Germany from India
"55-years-old woman" was helping one family from Krasnoyarsk for few years, looking after their two children. In 2012 the third child was born in the family, and the parents again used her services, for several hours a day, leaving her with the youngest son.
One day the mother came home and paid attention that the baby was crying a lot and laid in the rocking chair face down which was unusual.
So they decided to place a hidden camera in the living room just to see what exactly was going on when the child was in the woman's care. When they saw the video, they couldn't hold back their tears and immediately had the woman arrested.
When they asked the nanny why she treated the baby inhumanely, the nanny answered that parents spoiled the child, he cried too much and wanted to be carried all the time.
LONDON – Greek triple jumper Voula Papachristou was banished from the Olympic Games on Wednesday after making racist comments and expressing right-wing sentiments on Twitter.
Papachristou was scheduled to fly to London next week from her training base in Athens when the Hellenic Olympic Committee – Greek's Olympic federation – made the decision to expel her from the team. Papachristou, 23, made a racist and tasteless comment on her Twitter account, @papaxristoutj, that highlighted the number of African immigrants in Greece. "With so many Africans in Greece … at least the West Nile mosquitos will eat homemade food!!!," Papachristou wrote. She also reposted a comment from controversial Greek politician Ilias Kasidiaris, who has strongly criticized his government's "soft" immigration policy.
The West Nile virus was first discovered in Uganda, but cases have recently been found during the European summer. Papachristou's tweet was met with a flood of angry responses, but she didn't respond until Wednesday, when it became clear she might lose her spot in the Olympics. "I would like to express my heartfelt apologies for the unfortunate and tasteless joke I published on my personal Twitter account," she said. "I am very sorry and ashamed for the negative responses I triggered, since I never wanted to offend anyone, or to encroach human rights."
By then, it was too late. Greek Olympic chiefs consulted with senior members of the Greek parliament, including aides to Prime Minister Antonis Samaras, before making their decision. Part of the reason for the expulsion was to punish Papachristou for her actions, but the decision was also made in hopes of avoiding a backlash from anti-racism protestors at the Games. The financial crisis gripping Greece – where strict austerity measures have affected the lives of millions – has forced the country to rely heavily on corporate sponsorship to fund its Olympic program. Officials feared that contributors may rethink their commitment if Papachristou remained on the team.
"There is never a good time for something like this to happen," one source with knowledge of the decision told Yahoo! Sports. "But this is especially a bad time. Action had to happen. To not act would have been negligent and place Greece in a very negative light." Greek officials later released an official statement announcing Papchristou would be placed "outside the Olympic team for statements contrary to the values and ideas of the Olympic movement."
I am an African technology entrepreneur and have operated on the continent for over 20 years.
In my time, the most significant development in the space has been the emergence of the internet and the proliferation of mobile-phone use. Until now, the delivery of our software products was relatively expensive, and thus out of reach of the vast majority of Africa's population. This capped the growth potential of the African software industry and limited the number of African businesses that could access our products.
But with the rapid growth of access to the internet, things today look very different. I give as an example Akatua, our industry standard payroll software product. Today, it is offered and consumed very differently than it would have been in the past.
Smaller companies, for instance a 10-employee rural carpentry shop which previously could not have afforded our product, would in the past resort to the conventional practice of a manual/paper-based payroll administration system. This often raised the risk of fraud, tedium, and tardiness.
Today, these smaller companies can log on to our cloud server and use our software via an inexpensive, pay-as-you-go internet "dongle" - which allows them to have their payroll data processed in the cloud. This is at a greatly reduced cost; a small monthly per worker fee paid by the business.
Without the internet, this "software-as-a-service" model would be unthinkable! Efficiencies brought about by new, homegrown innovations such as this contribute to the high economic growth rates being recorded across the African continent today.
Armed attacks
Another example of mobile innovation is our text message-based anti-armed-attack product. Armed attacks on homes and businesses are all too common in Africa.
An external intrusion into one's home can be a pretty scary and traumatic affair, especially in an environment where the police are typically under-resourced and overwhelmed. We often hear stories of people waiting around in fear for up to an hour or more while thieves and armed robbers break down their doors and rob them.
Mr Chinery-Hesse hails the opportunities that mobile connectivity can bring In such situations, victims have been known to attempt to summon the police, only to find to their horror that either the emergency telephones numbers don't work, or that the police have no available response vehicles, or even that there is no fuel for the vehicles.
Impressed by the efficiency with which mobile phone messaging technologies were employed during the Arab Spring and the London riots, we decided to develop an affordable mobile phone-based security system, Hei Julor, to help address this dire situation.
In the event that a user's home or business comes under attack, one only needs to send a blank text from one of five phones listed on our server as registered to their location. This immediately triggers the dispatch of a response team from a private security firm. At the same time, 10 friends and neighbours of the user are alerted of their plight so that they can offer assistance.
In addition, there are radio station partners who immediately commence making emergency announcements telling all and sundry about the incident and encouraging all to go and assist! The police is also alerted. Users are also given a sticker to put on a gate near their home to indicate that they have signed on to the service.
This is intended to serve as a deterrent for would be intruders - and seems to have worked very well since thus far only two real incidents have been recorded. In one instance, an elderly man triggered an alert when he was having a mild stroke. He was picked up and transported to the hospital by our security team.
Hei Julor - which means "Hey thief" - is today one of our best-selling products in Ghana, and we are about to begin our Nigeria rollout.
Impacting millions As one must observe, this service would not have been possible without mobile phones.
These kinds of products represent the technological future of my part of the world. They are appropriate, light and affordable and have the potential to directly impact millions. There are more such products we and other Africa based innovators are bringing to the African market, and we expect these tropically tolerant offerings to improve the lives of the ordinary African who for the first time can be communicated with via a mobile phone.
The ubiquity of these new platforms and the potential technological product development possibilities thereof definitely represent a game-changing moment in African history. There is no doubt that these new opportunities in information-and-communications-technology space constitute sustainable private sector initiatives that have the potential to generate jobs.
For techies like myself, we have appreciated the virgin African environment with its peculiar challenges that nevertheless have helped to unleash our creative juices. We have been called upon to bring innovative solutions to problems right to the doorstep of the disadvantaged as well as those in the remotest parts of our continent, linking us to an increasingly globalised world.
Herman Chinery-Hesse is the chairman of Softribe, a Ghana-based software company. For more than 15 years it has provided homegrown services for companies across Ghana and other parts of West Africa


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The Museum Reach showcases public art, has a special events stage and features a lock and dam complex for sightseeing barges. Also located here is the San Antonio Museum of Art — an institution housed in a former convent and former brewery, respectively — shaping a compact experience of the best San Antonio's creative culture has to offer.
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Radio listeners can find information about on-air contests for Power 105.1 FM on the website of the radio station (Power1051FM.com). The page offers contact options for those who won a prize and need more details and for those who want to take part in an on-air contest.
Power 105.1 FM is a New York radio station that has frequent on-air contests where participants can win various prizes. The website of the radio station offers users the possibility to enter the on-air contests by texting or calling during a certain radio show. Moreover, listeners can request their favorite songs to hear on air by choosing from an extensive list available on the website of the radio station.


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No. 12 Virginia takes on No. 6 Louisville at the KFC Yum! Center on Wednesday night (7 p.m. ET), the ACC opener for each. Defense will feature with them ranking No. 1 and 2 in efficiency nationally.
UVA enters its first ACC contest of the season yielding a paltry 47.2 points per game, fewest in the nation. Head coach Tony Bennett's squad has allowed just three teams to score more than the betting market projected all season. The defense is adept at patrolling the paint and forcing teams into inefficient shots.
The Cavaliers play at a turtle-slow pace. Their 61.6 possessions per game ranks lowest in the land. Points are spread out and Bennett rotates 10 deep in most contests. Senior guard London Perrantes is the only player averaging double digits (10.0) with points per game. The 'under' is 18-8 on NCAA basketball odds in UVA's past 26 overall.
Bennett is not afraid to point out the Wahoos' primary weakness: defensive rebounding. Seven of UVA's nine losses dating back to last season have come against opponents owning a 30 percent or higher offensive rebound rate. Louisville, long and athletic, enters this matchup ranked sixth in the nation with a 39.2 percent rate.
Louisville Cardinals (11-1 SU, 8-2 ATS)
Head coach Rick Pitino always emphasizes a tough defense, and this season's Cards look ultra resilient. They are allowing a 41.1 effective field-goal rate to begin the year and like the Wahoos have held all but two opponents below their team total.
Offensively, the team is led by point guard Quentin Snider. The junior tops the team with 11.9 points per game. Pitino will likely funnel the ball to his starting big men Deng Adel, Jaylen Johnson, and Mangok Mathiang in this one. Both Ohio State and West Virginia, the latter the only team to beat UVA this season, had success down low vs. U of L. But the Cards are 10-3-1 ATS on NCAA basketball picks in their past 14 as a favorite.
Final Analysis
Louisville and Virginia rank No. 1 and No. 2 in Ken Pomeroy's adjusted defensive efficiency. Since the Cardinals joined the ACC in 2014, the combined score has yet to eclipse 116 points in this series. Pitino has Louisville playing quicker this year and promised to push the pace against the Cavs. Whether his team executes or not offensively is to be determined, but the low total plus the game plan is enough to shy many bettors away from the over-under.
Still, lean the 'under' 120 in this one. Whichever team reaches 60 points will likely claim victory. Since the shot clock change, the 'under' is 5-2 when Louisville tips off with a game total less than 130 points. The Cards' ODU victory this season, played at a game total of 125, eclipsed the total only thanks to overtime.
UVA, though only underdogs once in the last four matchups, has not lost by more than a bucket in any vs. the Cards. Bennett may have a more talented team on his hands this season, and an outright upset is not off the table. We'll take the 3.5 points being dangled at sportsbooks like BetDSI to play it safe.NCAAB Free Picks: UVA +3.5 & 'Under' 120Best Line Offered: BetDSI
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Today Manchester's leading lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) charity Manchester Pride has announced the theme for its bank holiday parade – Class of 2017: The Graduation.
"Education is the key to equality," says Chief Executive for Manchester Pride Mark Fletcher.
He continues; "Every year our festival has an iconic issue which we champion through our campaigning, events and marketing and this year we have chosen to focus on education and the continuing fight that, not just LGBT people, have to gain equality across every element of their lives.
"But we aren't here to preach – we're a creative and forward thinking organisation which is committed to delivering an engaging and fun Manchester Pride Parade each year. This parade is our way of bringing our iconic theme alive through the personalities and creativity of the people, community and businesses who march with us."
With over 100 entries, equating to just over 3000 participants, The Manchester Pride Parade, which this year will be on Saturday 26 August, turns the city of Manchester into a kaleidoscope of colour, as floats and marchers weave their way throughout the city centre in front of tens of thousands of spectators showing their support to the LGBT people.
2017 will be no different as Manchester Pride invites participants to come ready for the iconic celebration that makes the culmination of the academic year – graduation. Think capes and varsity jackets, geeks and jocks but absolutely no mean girls!
Applications are now open for those who wish to take part. Businesses that have taken part in previous events have included Autotrader, Barclays, Marks and Spencer, John Lewis and The Big Weekend sponsors Manchester Airport Group and Thomas Cook Airlines. For more information visit – bigweekend.manchesterpride.com/take-part.
Individuals who want to get involved can apply to join the Manchester Pride Parade troop. For the second year running the charity will participate in the parade with its own entry thanks to a grant from the Arts Council England National Lottery Funding. The grant is awarded to provide opportunities for individuals and communities to engage with LGBT and queer arts as both participants and artists.
The money will enable Manchester Pride to hold a series of free to attend workshops focused on movement, costume and props. For the second year running the charity will team up with the Salford-based world-class outdoor arts organisation Walk the Plank who last year helped create Manchester Pride's official lead entry with their fairytale Cinderella's carriage along with a troop of choreographed paraders. These workshops will play a key role in facilitating the design of the Manchester Pride troop's parade entry while promoting creativity, participation and inclusion as well as developing the skills of young LGBT artists from Greater Manchester.
The Manchester Pride Parade starts on Liverpool Road, heads up to Deansgate turns onto Peters Street, through St Peters Square and then onto Portland Street before turning onto Princess Street towards the village and ending on Whitworth street. In recent years it has been led by some of the most prominent faces in the LGBT world including Orange Is The New Black actress Lea DeLaria, national treasure Sir Ian McKellen and last year Manchester's first out Lord Mayor, Carl Austin-Behan.
The Manchester Pride Festival, which is made up of The Big Weekend, The Manchester Pride Parade and The Candlelit Vigil, is an award-winning four-day event celebrating LGBT life. The event takes place in August, with the Big Weekend running from Friday 25 – Monday 28 August and the parade on Saturday 26 August.
Acts already confirmed to perform at this year's event include Spice Girl Melanie C, Sara Alto, Louisa Johnson, Faithless, Ben Pearce, Gok Wan and Simian Mobile Disco!
The Big Weekend tickets are currently priced at £22.50 for a weekend ticket, £16.50 for day tickets and children's tickets are also available. Tickets provide guests with access to the event site, including the Main Arena, Sackville Gardens, the Gaydio Dance Arena and the Expo and help Manchester Pride raise money for LGBT and HIV charities and organisations in Greater Manchester. For more information on The Big Weekend visit the new website at bigweekend.manchesterpride.com.
Manchester Pride asks the community to wear their bands with pride as they pledge to; help Manchester Pride create a safe, world class LGBT celebration, support Manchester Pride's commitment to raising essential funds for LGBT and HIV causes in Greater Manchester and support the organisation's campaign for greater LGBT equality.
To find out more about the Manchester Pride you can follow the charity on Twitter @manchesterpride or visit the website at manchesterpride.com.


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Maybe if Virginia Tech's offense could've avoided just one of its three turnovers Saturday in the first half, or if just one of the series of misfortunes that plagued Tech in the third quarter didn't happen, momentum could've swung Tech's way in its 38-17 loss at Clemson.
Tech (4-4 overall, 2-2 ACC) didn't get any breaks, but beyond the inability to avoid bad calls, Tech's offense did its fair share of botching chances to get the Hokies a little closer. For the third time this season, Tech found out what happens when you finish minus-three in turnover margin.
Tech, which had a total of four turnovers in the game, has been on the losing end of games when it finished minus-three in turnovers – falling at Pittsburgh and at Clemson. Tech has also been on the winning side when it managed to finish plus-three in turnover margin - last weekend against Duke.
"(Clemson) is a good team, so mistakes and missed opportunities will cost you, but we definitely thought we were going to win the game," Tech cornerback Antone Exum said. "That's not how it went down."
Even when Clemson (6-1, 3-1) tried to give Tech a shot at grabbing momentum back, the Hokies couldn't take it. Clemson had eight non-scoring drives, all of which ended with either an interception, or a punt after going three plays and out or failing to gain positive yards on the drive.
Clemson ran just 29 plays on those eight non-scoring drives, and posted only 44 yards. On Tech's possessions immediately after each of those non-scoring drives, it produced just 14 points, and seven of those came in the fourth quarter to cut Clemson's lead from 21 to 14.
Most damaging in the failure-to-swing-momentum department may have been running back Michael Holmes' inability to pick up a first down on fourth-and-1 from Clemson's 18-yard line in the first quarter.
Tech was already up 7-0 at that point. If the Hokies put it in the end zone on that drive, they would've put the Tigers behind by double digits for only the second time all season (the only time this season was in September in the fourth quarter of Clemson's 49-37 loss to Florida State).
"We had a chance there to get up by a couple of touchdowns, and that makes it a different game," Tech coach Frank Beamer said.
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Now, Beamer is left with an off-week to question what went wrong with his offense. Yet, after the game, he seemed more inclined to stick with the idea that the game boiled down to just "four, five or six plays" that didn't go Tech's way. That's not exactly what the statistics said at the end of the game.
Though it's true Tech was the victim of a few poor decisions by the referee and the replay booth official in the third quarter, Tech didn't give itself much chance stay in the game in the second half.
Tech gained just 60 yards of its 406 yards in the third quarter (an average of 3.2 yards per play in the quarter). Frankly, Tech's 406 yards seem totally uninspiring when you consider they came against a Clemson defense that was surrendering 445.5 yards per game (97th in the nation) entering the weekend.
In a game where time of possession should've been strongly in Tech's favor given the pace of Clemson's offense, Tech failed to hold the ball for more than two minutes and 45 seconds on any of its second-half drives. Tech finished with a mere one minute, 26-second advantage on Clemson on time of possession in the second half, which is almost like losing the category to a team with a quick strike offense like the Tigers.
Five of Clemson's last nine drives started in Tech territory, and the Tigers scored 21 points on those five drives where they took over on the Hokies' side of the field. On the other hand, Tech didn't have a single drive start in Clemson territory the entire game.
It obviously could've been worse for Tech if not for a sturdy effort from its defense. Clemson gained 12 yards or less on each of its four non-scoring drives in the second half. Tech held Clemson to season lows in both passing (160 yards) and rushing (135 yards).
Andre Ellington gained 96 yards on 19 carries for Clemson, but Phoebus High graduate Tajh Boyd created very little in the running game at quarterback. Boyd had carries for 10 and 17 yards, but he had 18 other carries that went for no yards total, and he was sacked a season-high five times.
"We knew coming into the game they were going to try to pound us with the run," said Tech defensive end James Gayle, a Bethel High graduate who finished with four tackles, including a sack. "I feel like we did a great job stopping the run."
As hard as it may be to imagine, Tech will still sit in the drivers' seat in the ACC's Coastal Division standings if it comes back from the off week and wins Nov. 1 in Miami – a feat that seems entirely do-able.
If Tech does make it to Charlotte for the ACC title game, it'll be interesting to see how Beamer perceives the season. At this point, Tech must play in the ACC title game and win all of its remaining games (including a BCS game after winning the ACC championship) to extend its nation-leading streak of 10-win seasons to nine.
Would Beamer somehow construe the season a success if Tech merely reaches the conference title game out of a weak Coastal Division made weaker by the ineligibility of North Carolina? Or would he look within the program and determine that an overhaul in offensive philosophy is needed?
"We're pretty level-headed," said quarterback Logan Thomas, who now has 10 interceptions on the season – as many as he had in 14 games last season and putting him on pace to have more interceptions in a season than any Tech quarterback in the last 40 years. "We're not too down on ourselves, and obviously we're not too up on ourselves. We're excited that we still have a chance to play for an ACC championship, but at the same time we know we've got a lot of work to do."
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DRUM Majors Youth working with Desis Rising Up and Moving creatively and legally empower post-9/11 immigrants.
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September 17, 2007
For the Muslim youth of Desis Rising Up and Moving, a South Asian community organization nestled on the fourth floor of a building above two glittering sari shops and an Islamic book store in Jackson Heights, Queens, these six years since 9/11 easily constitute a third of their lives. They were school kids of 10 or 12 years of age when the planes hit the towers, instantly changing what it means to be Muslim and an immigrant in this country. Now, entering college and starting their adult lives, they share one common goal in coming to DRUM, regardless of their background or immigration status–exercising citizenship through political engagement.
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Romy Chowdhury was born in Bangladesh and has been living in New York for seven years. He has been a member of DRUM for a year. He just started college this fall at Hunter College and hopes to pursue a career in medicine. Before coming to DRUM, he said, "I didn't care about anything. I took things for granted." He heard about Youth Program through his brother, and it was an appealing option because it beat "sitting at home." The two-week internship curriculum is designed to acquaint youth with topics such as their rights as immigrants, media advocacy skills and current events in South Asia and the Middle East, and for Chowdhury it was an introduction to the plight of his community.
"All of a sudden, my mind opened up a lot more. I could see how other people were being treated badly. I felt responsible to do something about it if I could," Chowdhury said. In particular, Chowdhury, who became an American citizen earlier this year, realized the everyday challenges facing fellow DRUM members who lacked status or had family members in precarious immigration positions.
Then, he began to see how some of the changes that were taking place at school were connected to the policies he was learning about through DRUM. For example, Chowdhury became concerned about the atmosphere of fear that was introduced with scanners and metal detectors, the type used at airports, which security guards would use on the students before permitting them to enter the building.
"At first I was scared. What is this, is this a high school? What's the point of all this security?" he asked. He said he became convinced that the security measures were designed to create a culture of fear rather than to deter any real crime. Chowdhury's experience in the New York City school system is typical for DRUM youth.


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An emergency action plan has been devised for air pollution in Delhi. The Central Pollution Control Board has launched the Air Quality Prediction System that would forecast the air condition of the next 72 hours. This system would forecast for various areas and localities of Delhi and neighbouring regions like Ghaziabad, Gurgaon, Rohtak, etc.
This pollution forecast system is based on the real-time observation of air quality using satellites. Satellites measure details of Aerosols like SO2, NO2, Dust, and particulate matter (PM10 and PM 2.5).
People can access air quality early warnings through the media corner of the CPCB website. It includes large-scale alerts on air pollution that may occur in Delhi.
How Is 72-Hour Pollution Forecast System Beneficial?
This new 72-hour Pollution Forecast System not only helps the general population prepare for bad-air days but also help enforcement agencies to gear up to take defensive action and warnings. For example, enforcement agencies may decide in advance to implement the Odd-Even system for cars, or put a halt on construction activity, or other remedial measures.
Diseases Caused by Pollution
Most respiratory diseases are caused by air pollution, some of which are:
Asthma: Asthma is one of the most common diseases that is caused by external and internal air pollution. In this chronic disease, inflammation and blockage occur in the air passage of lungs. Asthma is caused by the Sulphur, Oxides, Nitrates, Particulate Matter, etc.
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease): Another chronic disease which is caused by air pollution is COPD. In this disease, the Alveoli, Air Sacs, and Air Passage become inflamed. People who work in mines, docks, or quarries are most likely affected by this disease.
Lung Cancer: Presence of various carcinogens in the air may cause serious issues like pulmonary or lung cancer. In this disease, an uncontrolled growth of cells reduces the amount of oxygen in the lungs. It also affects the functionality of the Lungs.
Cardiovascular Diseases: Breathing polluted air for a long time may lead to heart problems. Pollutants such as Nitrogen oxide, Carbon Monoxide, and Ozone mixed with bloodstream may damage the functionality of Heart and lead to cardiovascular disease.
Threat to Pregnant Women and Newborns: Air pollution adversely affects the health of pregnant women. Breathing polluted air by pregnant women weakens the immune system of unborn child.
How Can We Work Individually Towards Reducing the Pollution
- Awareness about air pollution
- Plant as many trees as possible
- Use less electricity (conserve energy)
- Curb unbridled industrialization
- Reduce the use of personal vehicles
- Reduce polyethene bags
- Reduce indoor pollution
- Do not burn firecrackers.
- Use less machines for cleaning.
- Do not burn the garbage and throw garbage at its fixed place.
Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world and both short-term, as well as long-term measures, are required to improve the situation. 72-Hour Pollution Forecast System is the step in the right direction. It will help residents know in advance about upcoming pollution days and also increase general awareness of this issue.
Excessive fat in the body can cause a host of health complications such as diabetes, blood pressure, gout and disorders related to the gallbladder. However, there are certain food types that can help you achieve a healthy body with optimal fat levels.
Some foods that aid fat loss are:
1. Greek yoghurt: This type of yoghurt contains higher amounts of protein and fewer carbohydrates as compared to regular yoghurt. It will help you feel full for a longer duration and prevent over snacking.
2. Green tea: Apart from its antioxidant properties which are beneficial to the body, it also raises the metabolic rate in the body to burn calories. Catechin is a compound present in green tea that aids in removing belly fat.
3. Chili peppers: They contain a compound containing capsaicin that helps in boosting metabolism which in turn burns fat.
4. Chicken: Chicken mostly consists of lean protein that requires more calories to digest as compared to digesting fats and carbohydrates. Lean protein also help build muscle in the body which burn more calories when the body is at rest.
5. Cinnamon: Cinnamon aids the body in transporting the sugar into the cells so that it can be used as energy and not stored as fat.
6. Eggs: Eggs are considered to be a type of super food as they contain plenty of minerals and vitamins. Eggs also contain protein that helps in feeling full for a longer duration.
7. Non starchy vegetables: Non starchy vegetables such as carrots, squash and zucchini contain fiber that help you feel fuller. They also contain very less carbohydrates so they do not add much calorific value to the body.
PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a disorder that affects about 10 to 15% of women during their reproductive years. Though the exact reason or cause for the syndrome is not identified yet, it is believed to be genetic and runs in families. Obesity is believed to be another risk factor. There are multiple fluid-filled cysts in the ovaries, giving it the name.
PCOS is being identified as one of the main causes of infertility and therefore more women are becoming aware of this condition. There is a huge hormonal impact, and so there are physical as well as emotional symptoms which makes it difficult for both the woman and the people associated with her.
- Gynecological symptoms mainly include bleeding disorders ranging from excessive bleeding to scanty bleeding to no bleeding at all during menstruation. There could also be irregular bleeding with some women bleeding for weeks together during a period, to some having no period for a few months. There could be multiple abortions, and this could probably lead to the diagnosis of PCOS
- Physical symptoms include excessive hair on the body (known as hirsutism), excessive acne, hair thinning, skin tags, insulin resistance, increased cholesterol and high blood pressure, the onset of diabetes, and pelvic pain.
- Emotional symptoms include increased stress levels, anxiety and depression, severe mood swings, and reduced self-esteem.
While allopathy offers a regular dose of birth control pills as the mainstay treatment for PCOS, it does not help much. This is where homeopathy comes into the picture, as it offers safe products that address the root of the issue with no complications.
Of note, homeopathy medicines should not be taken without consultation with a doctor. Symptoms should be discussed in detail before the doctor prescribes a compound.
If you are in the process of considering a breast augmentation procedure, here is an insight into what you can expect. In general, or in the majority of the cases, the surgery encompasses three phases—consultation, operation, and then the most important part, recovery. In most cases, the breast augmentation is completed under general anesthesia where the patient remains asleep through the procedure.
How is the surgery performed?
The surgeon makes an incision in the crease under the breast or under an arm or around the nipple to separate the breast tissues from the connective tissues and the muscles of the chest. This enables the creation of a pocket-like structure behind or before the pectoral muscle. Then the implants are inserted in this pocket and centered behind the nipple.
What may happen after the breast augmentation procedure?
- Soreness and scars: After the surgery, some patients may suffer from soreness accompanied by swelling and bruising for around three weeks after the surgery. The scars tend to fade gradually with the passage of time even though a faint scar remains all through one's life.
- Discomfort: Some may experience a slight or tolerable pain in the nipple after the surgery. In rare instances, patients undergo sharper, and burning pain with touch. A light massage can help ease the discomfort.
- Swelling: Some people report that their breasts feel firm after the surgery though this is a passing phenomenon. As the swelling subsides, the patients feel natural tenderness in the breasts within a short span of time.
- Things to take care during recovery: Sometimes, surgeons recommend wearing a compression bandage or sports bra for proffering extra support to the breasts and the implants. If there is a pain, then the patient is prescribed pain-relieving medications, as well. Though healing takes a long span of time, however, one can easily resume back to their daily activities within a week. It is advised not follow a strenuous job or continue with any strenuous workout for a few months or till complete recovery.
- Avoid strenuous activities: It is advised to sleep in a recliner for the first 2 days after the surgery, as this reduces the pain and swelling. Also, one should refrain or minimize the number of times one raises the hands above the head. It is advised to refrain from exercising or strenuous workouts for at least 3 to 4 weeks after the surgery.
The week following the surgery will be most difficult, and therefore, it is advised to complete all the important jobs before the surgery so that the body gets the required rest and recovers quickly.
As you can see, it is important to know and learn about the whole process before undergoing the surgery or deciding to undergo surgery so that you can make an informed decision and go about it systematically.
Gynecomastia is a condition characterized by enlargement of the breast tissue in men. It occurs when there is an imbalance of the testosterone (male sex hormone) and estrogen (female sex hormone) in the body. It may a cause of embarrassment in men.
The primary cause for this condition is increase in the level of estrogen in comparison with testosterone in the male body. Testosterone controls male characteristics such as body hair and muscle mass. Estrogen is responsible for controlling female characteristics such as breast enlargement.
Men usually produce small quantities of estrogen in their body to maintain certain sexual functions. Complications occur when estrogen levels in the male body increase too much in proportion to testosterone.
The condition can be classified as follows:
1. Gynecomastia in infants: Half of the infants are usually born with large breasts due to their mother's estrogen. The effect tends to wear of in a few weeks.
2. Gynecomastia during puberty: Gynecomastia occurs during puberty due to changes in hormones. The condition goes away without any treatment in six months to 1 year.
3. Gynecomastia in men: This condition may peak in men during the age of 50-80. Statistics show that at least 1 out of 4 men in this age group have this condition.
Some other causes for this condition in middle aged men are as follows:
1. Heart medications
2. Anti-anxiety drugs
3. Antibiotics
4. Chemotherapy
5. Medications that are used to treat heartburn
6. Smoking marijuana and drinking alcohol
1. If the cause of the condition is medications, then discontinuing the medicines should stop the effects. It can also be treated by taking medicines to reduce estrogen levels in the body.
2. Surgery is another option where an incision is made in the chest area and the extra breast tissues are removed from the area. This also requires repositioning of the nipple in the chest.
3. Post-surgery, you should stick to a proper and healthy lifestyle to retain the new shape of the chest area. Weight gain or taking steroids can cause the symptoms of this condition to reappear.
There are many changes that take place in our face and body as we start ageing. While the face starts to show the signs of ageing earliest-in the form of wrinkles and fine lines as well as a sagging chin and neck, the effect of ageing on the body might be slightly late. The skin may sag or you may end up putting on weight in various parts of the body like upper arms, which may look unsightly and bring down your level of confidence as well. Signs of ageing can often make you shy away from living your life to the fullest.
For the sagging upper arms, one can always get a procedure called an Arm lift. This is also called a Brachioplasty. This is a cosmetic procedure that can be conducted to tighten the skin of the arms from the elbow upwards. Let's see how this procedure works.
What does it do?
- Excess fat tends to accumulate in both arms togather with weight gain. Person face laxity in this area after massive weight loss or with body ageing.
- Arm Lift is a surgical procedure to tighten the skin in the arms through the removal of excess fat deposits as well as skin.
Who can opt for this surgery?
Any person who is medically fit having arm disfigurement can opt for this procedure. Patients who have signs of ageing or excessive weight gain are the best candidates for this kind of surgery. Also, it may be used by the patients who are suffering from sagging skin after losing a great deal of weight which may lead to an appearance of bat's wings on the sides.
How is this procedure conducted?
This surgical procedure is conducted by a Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon. It's a day-care procedure. The doctor begins by marking the various areas of concern having excess fat and flabby skin. Thereafter, the doctor proceeds to remove the excess skin so that the arms are tightened getting more youthful look. This is done under anaesthesia to make patient pain-free. The skin that is removed is usually shaped like an ellipse. In many cases, there may be a need to conduct a liposuction if the patient has excess fat as well. Once the excess skin has been removed, skin edges are approximated with meticulous sutures with various Plastic Surgery techniques.
Recovery usually takes 5-7 days. Person can resume routine activities from very next day. Sometimes you might be advised a pressure garment for better outcome.
The nasal septum divides the nose into two nostrils or airways. When this septum is defective in structure or position, it can cause several physical difficulties like breathing problems, sleep apnea, bleeding, sinusitis, etc. The surgery to correct the nasal septum is known as septoplasty. The surgery is very common and has a high rate of success.
Reason: When the bone and cartilage separating the two chambers is crooked and deformed, it prevents the air from flowing properly through either one of the nostrils. People suffering from this condition often breathe through their mouth and this leads to respiratory tract infections. So, the septum is fixed with the help of septoplasty.
- First, your medical history is taken. A thorough physical examination is conducted and the nose is photographed from the inside and the outside. You may also be asked to avoid medication like ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin for a few days since these can increase the bleeding after surgery.
- Septoplasty is performed under general or localized anesthesia and takes about 90 minutes. Incisions are made on the inside of the nose and the mucus membrane is lifted.
- Then, the pieces of cartilage that are affecting normal functioning are repositioned or removed.
- If the nasal bone is causing the septum to be wrongly aligned, then cuts are made on the bone and it is positioned correctly.
- Sometimes, cartilage grafts (called spreader grafts) are put in between the upper nose cartilage and the septum to widen the narrow nostril.
- After this, the mucus membrane is put back in place and stitched.
Post- surgical care: A nasal support is put inside the nose to help it heal and keep it straight. The support is removed after two days but there may be swelling and occasional nasal discharge for a few days. The tissues and cartilage become stable within 4 to 6 months. You are asked not to blow your nose or cough and sneeze too much as these might displace the nasal support. The head is to be kept at a higher level than the rest of the body while sleeping and physically demanding exercises are to be avoided in order to prevent nosebleeds.
Risks: Septoplasty is not performed if the patient had high level of blood sugar or high blood pressure. It is also delayed in case of any kind of infection in the nose, mouth or in the respiratory tract.
Laparoscopic surgery is also known as minimally invasive surgery. It leads to a lesser amount of pain after the surgery, and therefore requires less medication also. It reduces the possibility of hemorrhage, thereby, lowering the possibility of requiring blood transfusion. The smaller length and depth of the incision also means that the patient recovers from the surgery faster than usual. There is also a lesser chance of contracting infections because a larger number of organs remain unexposed and therefore uncontaminated. Laparoscopic surgeries also cause smaller, lighter scars once the surgery wound heals completely.
However, as with any surgery, complications may occur during the course of laparoscopic surgery.
- Wound infection: Even though laparoscopic surgery is minimally invasive and the possibility of contracting infections is considerably less, the wound is capable of getting infected. Hence, it is essential to maintain the cleanliness and hygiene recommendations provided by the concerned medical staff. It is also assumed that the surgeons would prevent this possibility by maintaining strict protocols regarding this issue on their part.
- Bruising: After surgery, depending on the type and duration of the procedure, the patient is always advised to follow certain restrictions regarding mobility and restriction of normal day to day functioning. These rules must be followed in order to prevent the possibility of bruising after a laparoscopic surgery.
- Hematoma formation: A hematoma is an accumulation of blood outside the blood vessel. This is not normal at all and requires urgent inspection and treatment. This is a relatively common complication that happens after a laparoscopic surgical procedure. Precautions are taken by surgeons to avoid this but it may still occur. It needs to be diagnosed early, and then the bleeding vessel needs to be emobilized selectively in order to reduce any further complication of this type.
- Anesthesia related complications: To prevent anesthesia related complications during laparoscopic surgery, it is essential that procedures related to the airways, ventilation, analgesia, antimetics are followed in the preoperative state.
- Injury: Any injury that may be inflicted on the blood vessels present in the walls of the abdomen or on the sidewall in the pelvic region, as well as injuries in the bowel area and the urinary tract. Proper protocol must be followed by the doctor to avoid such complications as much as possible.
Stammering or stuttering is a type of speech impairment where sounds or syllables are repeated involuntarily or there are unintended gaps in between words when the person is unable to make the desired sound. People develop stutters due to genetic flaws, motor functioning defects, coordination problems or due to psychological stressors. The condition can result in anxiety, depression and withdrawal from verbal communication.
How does homeopathy help?
A stutter can be practiced away or corrected by speech therapy but there is no specific medicine that can be used to cure stammering. Homeopathic medicines can provide relief from the symptoms by fixing flawed nervous functions, improve motor coordination and modify the vocal apparatus. Different homeopathic treatments can be used depending on the nature of the condition.
The following is a list of homeopathic remedies and lifestyle changes that can be used to address the problem:
1. Foods rich in vitamin B6 like nuts, fish, bananas and chicken should be consumed regularly by children who have a stutter to help with motor functions.
2. Adults should avoid caffeine, tobacco and other recreational drugs as they cause hyper-stimulation of the nervous system.
3. Stramonium(jimsonweed) can be used when the stammering is violent and the person distorts his facial muscles heavily in order to be able to speak.
4. Lychopodium (clubmoss) can be useful for stammering as well as depression, memory weakness and sleep problems. This is especially helpful if the patient struggles with the last few words of a sentence.
5. Spigelia is beneficial for a mild stutter at the beginning of a sentence, often followed by undisturbed speech.
6. Causticum is prescribed when emotional excitability causes stammering, twitching of the facial muscles or problems in the vocal chords.
7. Staphysagria can aid in reducing social anxiety which often causes stammering i.e. the stammer only appears while interacting with strangers or authority figures.
8. Nux vomica (strychnine) is the medicine to use when stammering is a result of extreme stress or over work.
9. Fright or shock often causes speechlessness or stammering. Aconite can provide immediate relief in such cases.
10. Lachesis is an effective homeopathic medicine when the patient stutters over specific letters or syllables.
11. Gelsemium is used to treat stuttering after severe viral infections when the patient complains of a heavy tongue and lack of general coordination.
Getting intimate with your partner is an interest which is also known as libido. Its loss can affect both men and women to lose interest in sex. There are many causes for this including stress, chronic ailments, decline in the frequency of sexual activity, and even relationship problems. Let us look at ways in which one can deal with the loss of sexual interest in men.
Symptoms: To begin with, let us understand the tell-tale signs that point to the loss of sexual interest in men. Usually, this condition is characterised by the lack of connection or emotion with the sexual partner or the act, not being able to look forward to enjoying a session with your loved one, having sex only once or twice in a month, not being an initiator any longer, and almost never having fantasies or sexual thoughts.
Causes: There are many causes behind this condition ranging from erectile dysfunction to performance anxiety, to stress and medical conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular diseases that can lead to a decline of sexual interest in men. Depression is also one of the causes.
Medical Intervention: To begin with, the very first thing that one must do if the lack of sexual interest persists is to visit a doctor so as to have the problem checked thoroughly. Also, one can visit a psychiatrist or a sexologist in order to address any stress related reasons for the lack of interest. Couples counselling and sex therapy can help in understanding the root cause and realigning the brain with the help of discussions and various exercises that can heal and activate. Also, medication for the condition may be prescribed in case the underlying cause has to do with a medical ailment like premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction.
Imagination: One of the greatest tools that can help in activating sexual interest is imagination. When you imagine you and your partner entwined in various sexual scenarios, you may be more open to the idea of trying those scenes out.
Focus on the Body: Any good sex therapist will tell you that focussing on the whole body rather than the intimate body parts will help in a slow yet steady build-up of stimulation that can culminate into a satisfactory intercourse and orgasm, thereafter.
Planning: Building anticipation is the key to bringing back some excitement in an area that you had considered dormant, with certain shared experiences and activities so that it can graduate to attraction, excitement and then sexual peak.
The use of various toys, medicines like anti-depressants and therapy can go a long way in bringing back your lost libido.


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There are a lot of freelance websites that allow you to bid on projects or service that you can complete for employers, all from the comfort of your own home. Check out websites like Elance, oDesk, and Guru. Projects can include writing, data entry, virtual assistance, and more. You can easily make up to $100 a day by provide your services.
4. Sell something great
You probably already know that you can sell unwanted items on ebay or Kijiji, but what about selling something handmade? There are some great online handmade communities where you can sell your goods to buyers around the world. If you offer a product that's original, you can even think about quitting your day job. Check out this list for the handmade communities.
5. Provide lodging
If you live in a highly sought after area of the world with a high tourist population, then offering out accommodation for the night could be a great way to earn income. You can post your place online on websites like Short Stay Apartment, where tourists can view your apartment and details, then book online. You can also rent out your space more long-term to students or young professionals, which can work out in both your favors.
6. Recycle for the better good
Have you ever seen those crazy people who go through trash bins on the side of the road? Are they really crazy or just plain smart? Recycling depots will pay great cash for your paper, plastic, cans, and anything else that can be recycled. If you have a free afternoon and a car, try it out. Bang on your neighbours doors and see what they're willing to part with. It's not only great for your wallet, but it's beneficial for the environment, too.
7. Sell unused gift cards
Do you have any unused gift cards laying around that are going to waste? Why not sell them online for profit? People will buy your cards at a discount on websites like Plastic Jungle. And maybe then you can buy something at a store that you actually like.
8. Pamper a Pooch
Pet owners will pay top dollar for you to take care of their little ones. Offer your services as a dog walker and earn up to $15 per walk. If you can walk up to 7 pooches per day, you're on your way to $100/day income.
5. Write, write, write
There are many, many ways to make money buy writing online. From websites like Hubpages to writing and selling your own eBook. Content websites like About.com and Families.com are always looking for freelance writers. Some are looking for high quality writing while others are looking for question and answer type articles. Some employers may also be looking for researchers, forum moderators, and social media posters. You can also write contents for Hubpages! The possibilities for writing are endless.
10. Passively profiting
Some great ways to make money online is by residual income like adsense, book royalties, and affiliate programs. By doing a lot of hard work initially, you'll be able to make money with little or no effort later. Write and build websites that will bring traffic and views, also bringing in the earnings. Many online marketers claim to make more than $100/day, but this will depend on your effort and talents.
Questions & Answers
How do you plan to make $100 today?
I hope i am get 100$ everyday,because i need that for my family
I need 140 today so I can start my high school
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Suggest some awesome sites please
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great article, and nice tips.
persoanlly im using sites like koocam, definitely you revealed for me more ideas
and i will apply some for sure.
thank u.
Thanks Samantha!! I gave a shot at NAUPA and turns out Experian owned me $23. Now I do remember reading their mail about this years ago and discarded it back then.
Wow! Try the first one. After I read the comment above about a girl finding a paycheck her old job at mcdonalds owed her. I looked. Turns out I have a $74.00 paycheck I never claimed from Walmart. I worked there ten years ago! Just check. You never know! Took me a second. I had to enter my name and city. That was it.
Wow, I actually decided to look at the missing money website and didn't expect anything - but thought it would be fun...and instead I found a paycheck I hadn't picked up from a job at McDonalds gosh like...10 years ago LOL. I'd quit my job and immediately moved out of state, without an address to give them, so it must have been my last paycheck. Sent in a request to claim the money. I never would have even thought to look. Probably only a few hundred bucks but anything helps in this day and age lol.
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Great Hub! Marked up and useful. Between a few writing sites and blogging, I am making a few dollars a day, but I want to try Fiverr to see if I can make more.
These are great resources. Thanks for sharing!
Good and to the point article. It's very possible to make a 100 dollars in one day. Adsense, affiliate programs, pay per blog sites, and even setting up your own Advertising can help you rake in some nice piece of change.
Thanks for sharing this helpful sites. I am glad to be able to read it. Voted up and more.
Interesting hub, great ideas, some I will definitely try! Thanks for all the info! Very useful and interesting so voted this!!
Good list of ways to make money online and offline. I would also recommend Fiverr. You can easily make $50 - $100 a day on Fiverr once you have proven your worth through feedback and acquiring extra gigs.
Very useful tips. Another example of how we can make money online and offline. So many opportunities. Thank you for sharing. Lisa
I hope these ideas work for some of your readers. If I get time and computer availability I will check out some of these. Who doesn't need some more income?
Excellent hub. thanks for listing these sites. I will be checking out some of them.
Voted up, useful and interesting. Thanks for sharing. Bookmarked and shared.
Interesting and Useful Tips!!!! Thanks for sharing this information!!!
Voted Up, Interesting and Useful!!!
Very informative craftybird. This information should reach many hubbers, so sharing it with the community. Pinning it too. Cheers, Rema.
I saw oDesk sometime back in another hub but i forgot to check it out, once i saw it here, i just clicked on it am am checking now. Thanks for the tips. Voted up and useful.
Wow this is a great list of so many different types of opportunities. I hope to soon be making $100 a day at least following these ideas!
thank you very much
We have so many ways to make money on the Web... too bad most people use it only to update their Facebook status.
I recently published my current income report and overall journey online. It's good to find ways to make money both online and offline. Anyway, excellent article and to the point!


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Fly Fitness owner Traci Bartee has more than 15 years' experience in the fitness industry. Her professional journey with fitness began as a trainer in Westport, CN back in 2000 where she co-owned and operated a personal training studio. When she moved to Seattle in 2005, her passion for fitness continued to grow and so did her clientele! Fly Fitness was born from the expression of Traci's passions: people, fitness, entertaining, creating, and helping others to live their best lives. Her goal was to create a place that fused exercise and socializing because she believes that it's always easier to get to a work out class if you know your friends (new and old) are going to be there. She also believes that if you're having fun while working to accomplish your personal fitness goals, you'll have a greater chance of doing so.
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Angela, an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and a Registered Yoga Teacher, is passionate about providing safe and challenging total body workouts. The one constant in her life experiences as she received a B.A. from the University of Washington, performed as a Seattle Seahawk Cheerleader, and studied theater in Los Angeles was maintaining a strong body and mind through thoughtful exercise. Now, as a married mother of three, she is more invigorated than ever to maintain a balanced, active and healthy lifestyle. She wants to help others do the same in mindfully moving toward their goals. Angela's certifications include: RYT 200 by White Lotus (Santa Barbara), Barre by Exhale (New York City), Schwinn Indoor Cycling, Spinning, and TRX.
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Christy channels her competitive edge and passion for living an active & healthy lifestyle into her classes. Her positivity and empathy for others enable Christy to motivate and encourage those around her to reach their personal best. With experience teaching cycling, barre, Pilates, boot camps, TRX, and personal training...she pulls from this wide variety to create unique combinations of exercises for a well-rounded workout. Christy is certified as a NASM Personal Trainer and Precision Nutrition Health Coach and feels blessed to do what she loves and to work at Fly with such an amazing group of people.
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Heather has always had a passion for fitness; being able is to help educate others on how to live a healthy lifestyle is what she's all about. With a black belt in Hapkido, a TRX certification, a Spin certification, along with decade of experience, she provides a wealth of knowledge in a welcoming environment that will help push you to your best. Come join Heather as she leads you on a path toward doing whatever you set your mind to!
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Jamie is overjoyed to be at Fly Fitness, where she is able to blend the scope of her teachings together and help guide others toward optimal health and fitness.
With a degree in Exercise and Sports Science from Western Washington University and more than a decade in the industry, Jamie has learned that there is not one health formula for all individuals, but rather encourages her students to find a healthy balance in their life with a focus on nutrition and a variety of healthy activities. Yoga, functional strength, mastering one's own body weight, power exercises and HIIT work, and gaining both flexibility and mobility are among the top priorities in her program design. Jamie will push you to your edge and you will feel accomplished after a workout under her guidance. Expect an emphasis on form, breath, body awareness and individual accomplishment. Jamie is a certified Health and Fitness Specialist through American College of Sports Medicine, a Yoga Alliance registered Yoga Instructor, and holds certifications in TRX and Spin. Jamie lives downtown Kirkland and you will often see her walking her dog Hendrix. Make sure and say hi!
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Jessie has been teaching vinyasa flow yoga for over 10 years. With a background in gymnastics and dance, she feels that exercise is an important factor in enjoying life to the fullest. While yoga remains the primary format Jessie teaches now, she's also instructed hip hop, 24Tease and kickboxing classes. She loves hiking, dancing, singing, cooking and sharing meals and wine with friends. With a full-time job as a wish coordinator at Make-A-Wish and two toddlers who keep her busy, Jessie finds that yoga keeps her sane and healthy. In class she emphasizes the importance of letting go of stress and breathing in acceptance. She also brings awareness to the many benefits that each pose brings to our body/mind wellness. Providing modifications and playing good tunes are also important to Jessie so students can tune in to themselves and enjoy self discovery on their mats. Jessie is certified as an RYT200 through YogaFit and was recently certified as a SPIN instructor through FLY Fitness.
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Kassidy is a certified TRX and Schwinn indoor cycling instructor who loves the outdoors, snowboarding, hiking, running, SCUBA diving, FOOD!, and travelling to every corner of the world. He has completed two Tough Mudder Events, various 5 and 10Ks and continually looks for new challenges.
He believes in balance of fitness and fun, doesn't take himself too seriously, and is inspired by the people and places around him. He believes you can do more when challenged and given the opportunity to succeed, which is what he will do for you in his classes. Expect high intensity intervals, great music, and a fun, challenging workout.
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Kristi is an ACE certified personal trainer who holds additional certifications with Schwinn Cycling, TRX Suspension Training, and UCanRow2 as well as an RRCA Run Coach. Her career path began in the allied health profession as a dental hygienist, receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree from Eastern Washington University. A lifelong fitness enthusiast, Kristi has completed seven marathons, including the 2016 Boston Marathon. She enjoys sharing her knowledge, experience, and passion for healthy living with her clients. Kristi lives in Kirkland where you will often find her spending time outdoors with her husband and son.
Lindsay Hayes
Lindsay is an ACE certified group fitness instructor, Schwinn certified cycling instructor, and Spinning certified cycling instructor. She feels extremely privileged to help others on their fitness journey. She strives to create workouts that are challenging, balanced and fun and wants her clients to leave feeling strong and accomplished. She loves cycling, both indoor and outdoor, and can often be found riding her bike around Seattle. Lindsay is a graduate of the University of Washington and a big Husky sports fan. When she is not at Fly, she enjoys traveling anywhere she hasn't yet been, spending time with friends, family and her two dogs, music, reading and learning about pretty much anything, restaurant dates with her husband and slowly restoring their 1923 craftsman home.
Marian McClure
Marian has always enjoyed being active, and her dedication to athletics including tennis, basketball, volleyball, track and field at a very young age created a deeply satisfying dimension to her life. Athletics became a way to relieve stress and unload the heaviness life can sometimes dump on our shoulders. When she began practicing yoga several years ago, she discovered a way to cultivate mental and physical strength simultaneously. Since the first moments of practice, she was drawn to the way yoga merges mind and body and creates a positive aura around those who dedicate themselves to the practice. The more she practiced, the better she felt in all aspects of her life, and that realization is what led her to explore yoga a little further. Marian has attended weekend trainings with master teachers Shiva Rea and Ana Forrest, as well as the Teacher Assisting Programs with Lisa Black and Peter Avolio at Shakti Vinyasa Yoga in Seattle. Most recently she completed the Teacher Training Program at SloBody Yoga. Her decision to pursue teaching stemmed from a desire to help people feel better and live happier lives. Marian believes the energy you generate on the yoga mat produces a healthier, happier, and more balanced way of living. As a teacher, she's committed to empowering students, cultivating confidence and courage, and helping people obtain and retain strength, youth, and flexibility. She would like students to experience personal growth and discovery on the yoga mat, and carry those experiences into their daily lives.