Is Affiliate Marketing Really Profitable? (Commentary)

Hello, everyone.  I have been using Affiliate marketing on and off for about two years and I have heard all the stories about it being a great way to monetize your blog without using Google AdSense or in addition to using the AdSense program.  So far, I have used two programs and I am really working hard to promote their links and I really seem to be running into a brick wall.  There are so many rules to these programs and I am following them to the letter. 

I have read so many blogs and tried to use their instructions on how to promote my affiliate links and to be honest with you, none of them are working. Clearly, I am not looking for a get rich scheme because I know that they do not work, but, I also feel that some of the rules of these programs seems to penalize you, if a relative or friend purchase something using your link.  I feel that there is no better way to promote than your friends or family because they will usually purchase products because of your reputation and they feel that you are trustworthy.

I am not going to say that the programs do not work, because I do see many examples of the programs working but the affiliate programs do not instruct you on the different ways to promote their program effectively.  I also have seen articles stating that the affiliate programs are scams.  I will be researching further to make the final decision, whether these programs work or whether they are a waste of time.

If you use any of the affiliate programs, please leave a comment and add your input about how these programs really work.

How To Keep Yourself Safe When Shopping And Conducting Business In The Inner City

Safety is very important.  We are living in some very perilous times and although we cannot accurately prevent where danger may lurk, there are some precautions that we can take to be safer in areas that are notorious for drug activity, robbery and murder.  

When you shop in the inner city, you can find bargains that you cannot find anywhere else, so below you will find some tips that will be helpful.

Safety Rules

Dress down when you go shopping in these areas because you can sometimes see people watching you and checking you out to see if you look like you belong in the area.

Don't be overly friendly because people who live in the inner city are seldom friendly with people they do not know.

Do not open your handbag in public and take money out.  If you must, go into a store and do it in an area, where there are no people watching. 

Do not wear fancy jewelry because you do not want to attract people who may want to rob you.

Please do not stare at people because they are very uncomfortable with that.

Go shopping and try to get out of the city as soon as possible.

Stay out of big crowds because it is extremely dangerous.

Try not to get into any arguments with anyone, it is better to just walk away than to create a dangerous atmosphere for  you and your family.

Do not venture into areas that you are not familiar with.

Do not carry big bags because people will assume that you have a lot of money on you.

Do not act like a snob and have " I am better than you attitude."

Keep your expensive phone out of sight.

Don't hang out on the street in unsafe areas

Do not act fearful because criminals can smell it a mile away.

There are a lot more tips but these will help reduce the likelihood of you becoming a victim.

I Miss You So Much (Forever Young)

Hello, Ladies and Gentlemen.

Today, was a very hard day after losing a loved one.  I just want to express the importance of spending as much time with loved ones because you never know when it will be your last.

I vividly remember my nephew being born, he was a nice, healthy, beautiful baby with the thickest, blackest, curls on his head.  My heart melted when I first saw his little face and he and me were close.  He always had the biggest smile on his face that would make my day on even the saddest times in my life.

I would watch him play and he had the cutest little giggle and until he left us, he still had that boyish quality.  We noticed when he was a baby in his car seat, that he would sing when the car radio was on and my mom specifically said that he had a voice and would be a singer. Fast forward into his teen years he could be seen singing at many events and he loved to act also.   He accomplished many things in his short life and we lost him doing the thing that he loved   
 ( singing praises to the most high).  I am sad knowing that I will not see him again but I know that he will personally be singing to our Father in heaven, just like he did on earth.

I want to ask you all to not take anyone for granted because time is not on your side.  Spend as much time and take many pictures of your family so you can remember all of the good times. God only lend our family members to us for a short time.  We are not promised tomorrow. As we look over his life we will think of all the joy he has brought to our family.  Rest in peace nephew and when it is my time to cross over, I hope you are the first one that I see at the gate.

How To Recover Financially When You Have Lost It All.

Here are some videos that may be helpful to improve your financial situation.

How To Save Money When Buying A Car

These tips are very helpful!

Happy New Year ( What I Want To Get Rid Of And What I Want To Introduce Into My Life) 2017

Hello, Ladies and Gentlemen,  I don't count on New Years Resolutions to bring changes into my life but I have been thinking about some of the things that I would like to get rid of.  2016 was a tough year for a lot of us and it brought forth some serious changes and eye-openers concerning our everyday life.  Below you will see some of the things that I am going to get rid of and the positive things that I want in my life.

What I Want To Get Rid Of

1. Stagnation.  I want to concentrate on my dreams so I can see growth in all my endeavors.
2. People in my life who really don't care about me and only in my life, to suck the life out of me. I am tired of spending my time with people who are not on the same path to betterment like I am and not happy regarding my well being.
3. Liars.  I do not want anyone lying to me because it is negative energy.  Besides, you will forget the lie that you told and make a fool out of yourself.
4. I want to get rid of a lot of old things that I have carried into the new year and get some nice, new things.
5. Fear.  I would like to get rid of my fear that I have for the future and really celebrate today. Would love to travel this year.

What I Would Like To Introduce Into My Life

1. I would like to try out some new recipes that are healthier this year.  I will be searching YouTube videos to accomplish this.
2. More people who are of the same faith, I am.  This is very important to surround yourself with like-minded people because it will help strengthen your faith.
3. Get to know some family members that I haven't been around.  Families are getting smaller due to death and I think that it is time to really get to know my family.
4. I want to put more effort into my blogs because I really enjoy writing and it is a passion of mines that is pushing me to find more content that you all would like to read.  This is my hobby and I want it to move in the direction of a small business.
5. I want to learn more about hair care and skin and nails this year.  Interested in learning how to do hair weaves and ways of taking care of my skin and how to grow my own nails to longer lengths.  Also, want to learn how to use all that makeup that I have.

There are a lot of other things that I would like to accomplish this year as it will be a time when I will be working on myself and making improvements.  

I pray that this new year will bring you much happiness, love, and prosperity.

(Video) How to organize your house.

How To Organize Your House.

Here are some videos that will give you some amazing tips to teach you how to organize your house.  Sometimes it is hard to find a place for everything but these videos will show you how to achieve this.

What Would You Want To Do If You Only Had One Month To Live?

               What Would You Want To Do If You Only Had One Month To Live?

Hello, Ladies and Gentlemen.  I don't want to be morbid but I have had these thoughts a lot lately.  Have been very sick and the belief that there is another life with God after death is very real to me.  This post is very important to me because, at one point, I was given one month to live.  I was very fearful at the time but right now, I see death as an adventure, of course to the unknown but the possibility of life everlasting without the restrictions that are placed on the living.  Below, you will see the things that I would do if I only had one month to live.  I don't want you to feel sorry for me, I am just in my thoughts and I want to share it with you.  Some of the things that I would like to do may not even be acceptable to some but this is my vision.

1. I would travel to some unknown place and visit people in a part of the world that I have never seen or didn't even know that they existed.
2. I would spend all day eating the most fattening food that I love without any regrets.
3. I have never been drunk ever in my life but I would get drunk and spend all my money on anything that I wanted at that moment. lol
4. I would go to Times Square in New York City and sing "Forever Young,"  To the top of my lungs and watch everyone laugh.
5. Would thank God and my Mom for giving me life
6. Call everyone who didn't care for me and tell them bye suckers. Hopefully, I never ever have to see you again.
7. Of course, spend time with my family.
8. Go to a dog pound and let all the dogs out. lol
9. Quietly, take a trip and never return.
10. Ask my doctor for the strongest medicine so I can just drift away without suffering.
    

How to save money.

Charles And Colvard Moissanite Rings.

I have been researching Moissanite Rings for about three years.  I think that it is a viable alternative to a diamond ring.  You can get a beautiful, clear, stone that has beautiful rainbow colors.  Moissanite rings are a lot less than a high-quality diamond ring but they can still be pricey unless you buy the stone separately and have it set in the setting of your choice.

Watching YouTube video's can give you a lot of insight regarding this stone and you can learn the history because Moissanite was created by a meteorite.  Moissanite is not a diamond but it is a better quality stone for less money and that means that you can get a one or two carat stone that is much less than spending many thousands on a ring that almost cost as much as a car or down payment on a house.

These Moissanite reviews have convinced me that I definitely need this stone in my life.  Below are some good video's to watch and you can see the quality that I am talking about.

How To Encourage Yourself.

When you are going through things in life it is hard to break out of a rut or depression.  We wait for other people to lend an ear and to give us words that will give us hope in our situation.  At times we may not be in the place where we can receive advice from someone because they may not understand your situation,  Most times you cannot speak on things that you do not understand.

We used to think that talking to yourself was crazy but at times it is needed.  You can tell yourself that you can make it.  Encouraging yourself to move on can be done.  Reach for the sky when other people makes you think that you are wasting your time.  Don't let anyone put their negative perception into your spirit because it is their hangup and belief that they couldn't achieve some of the things that you did.

Working through things in life sometimes have to be done in silence apart from the world as some people are not going to pat you on your back or give you a much-needed hug.  Stick to the things that you promised yourself and keep talking to yourself and praising yourself for the good work that you already did.  "Talking To Yourself Is Fine If It Makes You Feel Much Better." Great words from Earth Wind And Fire.