Nicola P. Young
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Lover of Books, Saxophone, Blogs, and Dogs. Not necessarily in that order. Book blogger at heartofinkandpaper.com.
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10 Songs That Will Keep You Motivated for Success
Some songs are made for laying about, staring at the ceiling, and contemplating the tragedies of life. As heart-wrenching or warming as those songs may be, they don't tend to help you power through your life and get yourself going. Sometimes, you need an upbeat, confident soundtrack for success to get you through those high-pressure days and give you the motivation to do what you need to do. Here are some of those songs that will keep you motivated for success, whatever difficult tasks you may have to face.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Motivation
Is It Legal to Buy Real Estate with Bitcoin?
The Bitcoin phenomenon has taken the world by storm. What began as a small-scale, innovative technology with few practical applications has evolved into a world-wide phenomenon that is altering the way currency and transactions work. Its beginnings sparked a whole new field of currency exchange: cryptocurrency. In the years since it first took root, Bitcoin has spread far past its original uses, which raises pressing questions today: What is the future of Bitcoin, and what are its limits? One relevant question within this realm of thought is this: Is it legal to buy real estate with Bitcoin?
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in The Chain
Best Soccer Video Games
From the most basic, low quality graphics, 3-move-option games of the 80s and 90s, to the high-tech, realistic, and deeply complex releases of today, the world of soccer video games has long been a popular and exciting one. When watching the World Cup on the television just isn't enough for you and you don't have enough people (or talent) to go play yourself, you can always take a trip down memory lane or buckle in for the newest options with any of these games available. Some classics have withstood the test of time, others are simply some great games with the latest in graphics technology, functionality, and complexity, but all of them are sure to entertain.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Gamers
How to Make Your Own Cucumber Vodka
Stores often like to hype up the prices of their flavored vodka, as if infusing your alcohol were somehow difficult. There’s no need to pay extra for cucumber vodka though, as you can make it on your own. It’s actually shockingly easy, and the result is something that you could happily serve over ice, or use to make a wide range of refreshing drinks like Moscow Mules, Bloody Marys, or Negronis. In fact, it’s no more difficult than infusing water, and follows just the same principles—though there are a few differences. Once you know how to infuse vodka, you can do it with a range of flavors, including berries, fruits, and even peppers (ew, I know, but it’s a thing).
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Proof
Car Brands That Might Go Extinct Soon
Some cars seem destined to live in the spotlight forever. Some shine bright and burn out quickly. Others still are lost in time before they ever even reach the public eye. However the decline, not all car brands are destined to survive in this highly competitive market. Often, manufacturers fail to read their market accurately, and fall victim to ill-understood fads or poor timing. Whatever the reason though, here are a few such car brands that might go extinct soon.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Wheel
Reasons Why Being a Stoner Isn't a Bad Thing
Stoner stereotypes aren't generally the most flattering. At best, stoners are very often portrayed, especially in media, as nothing more than comical bums, people who do nothing with their lives but smoke weed. While those characters are often beloved, they also give real legalized marijuana users a bad name, and it's just not a fair characterization of weed enthusiasts. There are just as many reasons why being a stoner isn't a bad thing at all—in fact, it can just as well be a good thing.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Potent
Most Expensive Soccer Cleats in the World
Any soccer player knows that gear is crucial in the game. Sometimes, you can make do with cheap finds, second-hand gear, borrowed gear, and other ways to save money, but one thing that many people are willing to invest in is the right fit and design of soccer cleats. That's why the most expensive soccer cleats are just so expensive. Cleats are simply one of those things that you can't afford to skimp on, as a poorly designed or poorly fit pair of cleats can limit success even for the best players.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Cleats
10 Cute Aprons for Your Favorite Home Chef
Cooking and baking can be fun, but cleaning up generally isn't quite so enjoyable—especially when making a huge mess is a common cooking mistake you should avoid. That's why we have aprons. It's, usually, no fun to just cover yourself up with a big sheet of boring old cloth. That's why every home chef should have one—or more—of these pretty aprons to brighten and liven up their time in the kitchen. They make great gifts for any occasion, and can make the difference between feeling like cooking is a chore, and having a blast in the kitchen.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Feast
Most Infamous Crimes of the 80s
The 1980s saw the rise of a number of the most prolific serial killers in the United States, including Jeffrey Dahmer and Richard Ramirez. The latter, also known as "The Night Stalker," was part of a rising public concern regarding Satanism, the occult, heavy metal music, and other elements of underground culture that many believed to be dangerous and violent. While Satanic worship seems overall to have been a false concern, some combination of factors certainly did lead this decade to be one of the deadliest, with some of the most shocking and infamous crimes of the 80s setting the standard for horrific crimes that have been committed throughout history.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Criminal
Female Game Developers You Need to Know
It's no secret that gaming, on both the creation and consumption sides, have overwhelmingly been thought of as male spheres. With growing numbers of women pursuing their interests in gaming though, those numbers are changing. From the powerful and impressive veterans whose success paved the way for these changes, to the dedicated young women who continue to prove their place in the industry, understanding why women game developers matter so much cannot be discounted. Here are some of those impressive female video game developers who are helping to change the industry from both sides.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Gamers
Best BB Creams for Pale Skin
Having extremely pale skin can be a nightmare when it comes to foundations and BB or CC creams. Even the lightest shades of many popular brands or beauty lines come out looking, well, like you're wearing makeup—and makeup that doesn't match your face, at that. So to hopefully save you the frustration of buying BB cream after BB cream, looking like you tried for a bad self-tan, and generally hating the whole process, here are some of the best BB creams for pale skin.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Blush
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Best Women's Soccer Gear in 2018Top Story - September 2018
Soccer is tough. Brutal, even. But it's even more so if you're not well prepared with the best women's soccer gear you can find. It's not just a matter of comfort or appearance—in fact, those are very much secondary concerns when it comes to soccer apparel and equipment. The real concern, and the reason you should care about what gear you wear and use, is that soccer players are at a very high risk of injury. Poor gear or lack of protection can put you out of the game for a long time, whether from strain-related injuries because of low-quality or ill-fitting soccer shoes, or contact injuries like turf burns or impact bruises from not having proper protective gear.
By Nicola P. Young6 years ago in Cleats