Who Said Nothing in Life is Free?

You may already own a cheap vape pen, but you could be getting so much more out of the vaping experience by investing in a better-quality vaporizer. There are hundreds of options available now, from pocket-sized box mods to table-top setups, perfect for an evening in with friends.

We’ve discovered the top 3 reasons to chuck out your trusty vape pen and start experimenting with all that vaping culture has to offer, whether you ͛ re interested in quitting smoking or building a custom kit to show off your personality.

1. Customization and Modification

The main reason that people spend big on vaping kits is the cool customizations you can add to your setup. Common mods to vaporizers include box mods that hold entire bottles of e-liquid (so that you don ͛ t have to change and clean it so often), boxes that have digital screens and temperature controls, and custom sets built specifically to help you blow huge plumes of smoke.

Stunt vaping has become increasingly popular, including  ‘cloud chasers’, whose aim is to blow the biggest smoke clouds and manipulate the steam into rings and other shapes. The ability to control the temperature in your vaporizer helps with this, as does special e-liquids.

Certain kits are recommended to help achieve stunts and smoke tricks – check out this vaping guide to help you find the best vaporizer for you. It gives a handy ratings list of the best kits available this year for size, cost, and different features.

Stop by your local vape shop, get ideas online, or ask a friend for recommendations on the latest mods for your needs.

2. Quitting Smoking

Obviously, using a vaporizer is infinitely better for your health than smoking tobacco. It contains none of the carcinogenic toxins of tobacco; only nicotine (which isn’t very harmful on its own, and you can wean yourself off this addictive ingredient in time).

Medical experts don’t quite know what the long-term implications on the body that vaping could cause, but all agree that if using a vaporizer in any form helps you to quit smoking, then that’s a good thing. The majority of what you inhale using a vaporizer is simply water vapor, which is vastly better for your lungs than breathing in tar and other toxins.

Other than just imitating your previous smoking habit, there are multiple ways in which investing in a good-quality vaporizing kit can help you kick smoking for good.

Look into reducing your nicotine intake gradually by buying e-liquids that contain lesser amounts of nicotine each time you replace your vape juice. Eventually, you can move onto nicotine-free liquids, and just stick with the cool flavors that vape juices come in instead.

3.  The Social Element

Table-top vaporizers have revolutionized the social aspect of vaping –  no longer do you have to stand outside in the smoking area on nights out to enjoy vaping with friends. There are many varieties of table-top vaporizers, including ones that look like shisha pipes, to unique wooden structures, and futuristic digital setups.

These are larger, heavier and require plugging into a power source; so are unlikely to ever leave your house, but are perfect for a night in to share a vape with as many friends as you like.

These can also be modified, just like handheld kits. Have fun experimenting with customizing your vape systems, and comparing them with friends.

Social vaping has expanded beyond just a replacement for smoking. There are now huge vaping conventions held in large venues, that are attended by hundreds of people including vaping ‘celebs’, brand representatives, and much more. These were set up to show off the latest in vaping technology, get support for smaller vaping brands, and so that members of the public can mingle and get tips from vaping experts.

There’s also the many websites and forums now available for vapers; where you can meet likeminded people, share recommendations on kits and mods, and get ideas on the next kit you should buy.

As with any construction project, the decision to build using a steel frame structure will largely be influenced by cost. Fortunately, this is one of the things that help make this specific material such an attractive option compared to other modern building methods.

When people think about pre-engineered steel structures, there will typically be two main cost savings that come to mind. Firstly, faster construction times mean that your building will be completed quicker. Secondly, this type of building project will require less on-site manpower, which will easily reduce labour costs associated with this project.

We already know that steel buildings are strong, extremely durable and an environmentally-friendly option, but did you know that this type of building is also great for your wallet? Surprisingly, choosing a steel building structure can potentially save you a lot of money in the long-run when compared with other materials like concrete, wood and brick. Choosing a steel framed structure will enable you to save money before, during and after the construction process is complete.

Lower Labour Costs

If you choose to build a steel building, you’ll find that your overall labour costs will be lower when compared to other building materials. Different steel structures are relatively fast to erect compared to buildings mad with other traditional building materials. According to the steel building company Armstrong Steel, steel buildings often come with “Anchor bolt patterns, detailed assembly drawings, and a step by step erection guide,” meaning that even for less experienced people the building isn’t that difficult.

If you choose to use brick or stone to construct your new building, expensive and highly trained labourers are required whereas, with steel, the vast majority of pieces can be pre-engineered. This means that the different parts of the building can be assembled quickly when they arrive on-site.

Lower Insurance Premiums

Steel is extremely durable and has a high life expectancy. This usually means that insurance companies will offer you lower insurance premiums.

Fast Construction Times

As well as providing lower labour costs, faster construction times means that other professionals can get to work sooner, which will help shorten the overall construction time of your building project. Plus, if your steel structure is for a new business venture, you’ll be able to start making a return on your initial investment sooner rather than later.

Building Structures Last Longer

If you opt for a steel structure, this will typically last much longer than buildings made from other materials like wood. This means that your structure will remain standing for far longer. Also, if you pick a long span metal building, these are easy and inexpensive to adapt to your changing needs.

No Costly Repairs and Maintenance

As steel offers high levels of durability, you won’t have to worry about your building rotting, shrinking or warping over time. Steel is an inorganic material, so it remains free form any anomalies or defects. This material is also highly resistant to damage, which makes it a great option for countries where natural disasters can occur.

As you can see, steel buildings are an ideal option for anyone looking to keep initial costs to a minimum. They’re also a great material to consider if you want your building to last for a long time.

On Monday, February 26th, Swagbucks is putting up over $10,000 that you can win playing fun trivia games! SwagIQ (available for iPhone and. Android) is a live, multiplayer trivia game show you play from your phone!

Each weekday, Swag IQ broadcasts a live game. Simply tune-in at the appointed time by launching the SwagIQ app and log-in with your Swagbucks account credentials. If you don’t have a Swagbucks account, you can sign up for one here and then download the app!

In celebration of Swagbucks’s 10th Birthday, they’re going to broadcast 4 shows throughout the day and give away at least $10,000! It will likely be more since the more people who sign-up via SwagIQ prior to each game, the bigger the grand prize!

1st Game Show: 1:00 PM Eastern Time/10:00 AM Pacific Time. Grand Prize: at least $1500.
2nd Game Show: 4:00 PM Eastern Time/1:00 PM Pacific Time. Grand Prize: at least $2000.
3rd Game Show: 7:00 PM Eastern Time/4:00 PM Pacific Time. Grand Prize: at least $2500
4th Game Show: 10:00 PM Eastern Time/7:00 PM Pacific Time. Grand Prize: at least $4000

To play SwagIQ, download the app to your iPhone and Android today.

Gaining an online following and getting paid to promote products has become the Generation Z equivalent of rock-stardom. Young adults who have found virtual fame – for fashion and beauty blogging, vlogging, or posting their music to social networks – now command a huge paycheck every time they endorse a product. Even those who want to be known for their music feel the pressures to make their online posts all about how they look.

British vlogging star Zoella reportedly earns nearly $70,000 a month after becoming internet famous for her beauty reviews and ͚outfit of the day͛ posts on photo sharing sites. She now makes her money through public appearances, sponsored posts, monetized YouTube videos and her own range of products.

So – how can we emulate this and make our living through posting selfies and sharing opinions on the latest makeup products? Here͛s how you can begin to gain a following fast on the world͛s most famous photo sharing network, Instagram, the most up-and-coming platform for teens seeking digital fame.

1. Media & Equipment

Posting unedited selfies straight from your iPhone 5 camera doesn͛t cut it in the cutthroat blogging community. Pro equipment has become standard to start taking quality photos at home on your own – before you can hire your own personal photographer.

Here͛s what you’ll need:

• First off, you need a good camera. Generally, phone cameras aren’t quite good enough yet, unless you go for the newest iPhone, latest Samsung, or the new Kodak Ektra that combines smartphone technology with professional photography quality.
• Good lighting is integral for good content. Get studio lighting for your bedroom when shooting videos, and a selfie light for taking pics. Ring lights are a cheap and amazing investment for taking pro-standard photos on your own. Clip onto your phone to instantly take your selfies to the next level.
• For mirror selfies, you’ll need a cute iPhone case. Casely do beautiful, affordable cases that will look stunning in your mirror pics.
• As well as this, a large clean mirror is essential!
• Becoming a pro with editing software will help exponentially. We͛re not saying Photoshop yourself unrecognizably – we mean touching up brightness and making  colors vibrant for striking, likeable content.

2. Choose Your Niche

Like in any business, you need a unique selling point to stand out from the crowd and gain  your own following. What will you bring to people’s feeds that others don’t provide? Beauty and fashion blogging is a very saturated market. Let your personal style shine through to compete with today’s tough Instagram algorithms.

3. Network, Tag, Share

Networking is an essential part of making it big as a blogger. Building good relationships with other bloggers in related fields means you can be seen by their followers. There are hundreds of blogger conferences and events held every year – get your name out there in real life as well as on the internet. Learn to use picture tags to your advantage and spread your links whenever possible.

4. The Cost of (Internet) Fame

It’s also vital that we understand the financial side of blogging. You might be thinking by now that all this sounds outside of your budget range – the studio photography equipment; an expensive phone; a Photoshop subscription; not to mention all the products and outfits you’ll need to buy to stay current in your outfit photos.

The truth is that breaking into blogging is an expensive business. Before you get sent piles of products and clothing for free, you need to amass a following by looking up-to-date; and this usually means staying ahead of what͛s in the shops – social media is a massively visual business.

The hefty price of consumerism perpetuated by the blogging community is sometimes too much of a strain to keep up with, which makes many of us feel like we͛re inadequate and have fallen short because we can͛t afford all these new things. It͛s important to separate ourselves from the constant need to buy; as this can negatively affect our mindsets. You can still show off your great eye for clothes and photography without getting yourself into debt – our belongings aren͛t the sum of who we are, despite what Instagram might be telling us.

It’s that time of year again. Love is in the air, and people everywhere are racking their brains for the perfect gift for that special someone or ways to treat themselves this Valentine’s Day.

Don’t kill the vibes with another boring gift. This year, Captain Morgan is here to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day #LikeACaptain with a pair of comfy, fun and a little strange Captain pose pants – also referred to as #MyCaptains. For all the couples, singles and anyone who doesn’t take life too seriously, these pose-ready briefs are sure to make this the most absurd – but definitely the most fun – Valentine’s Day yet.

You can buy Captain’s pose pants for both men and women in the Captain Morgan’s apparel store

Valentine’s Day is less than a month away and I have come up with some great gift ideas for you.  Just HEAD OVER HERE to check out my 2018 Valentine’s Gift Guide !!!

Still recovering from all of your holiday shopping? The online rewards site Swagbucks has a smart and fun way for you to earn and save when you spend.

Swagbucks is hosting another round of Shopping Swago! What is SWAGO you ask? It’s a bingo-inspired promotion run by Swagbucks, a website that rewards you with points (called SB) for completing everyday online activities. You can redeem those SB for free gift cards. If you’ve never used Swagbucks, participating in SWAGO is a great introduction to the site and an easy way to earn a good amount of points quickly.

Click here to get started!

Here’s what you need to know to get your 300 SB Bonus (and don’t worry, you don’t have to make a purchase to complete a pattern):

• Go to the Swag page and make sure you hit “Join” otherwise you won’t get credit for completing the action items. Each square on your Swago Board will contain an action item to complete.
• Once you complete the action item in a particular square the square will change color signifying the action item is complete.
• You have a limited amount of time to mark off as many squares as possible so use your time wisely.
• Be mindful of the patterns and their corresponding bonuses located on the right of your Swago Board. The patterns will vary in difficulty and bonus value – up to 300 SB – enough for your first $3 gift card.
• Once you’ve achieved a pattern the corresponding “Submit” button will light up. You can have multiple patterns available for submission, however, you can only submit ONE pattern so choose wisely.
• The game ends Friday, January 26th at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT. So make sure to hit “Submit” on the pattern you wish to submit. If you don’t hit “Submit” before the game ends you won’t receive your SB bonus.

Also, if you sign up through me this month, you’ll get a $10 rebate when you make your first purchase via Swagbucks Shopping! You can activate it in the “Swag Ups” area of “My Account”.

With new years resolutions in full swing, Yankee Candle has created a way to enjoy your favorite cake scents without all the calories to ruin your diet.

Fill your home with delicious scents such as…..

• Chocolate Layer Cake – The scrumptious layering of cocoa and chocolate mousse is pure decadence.
• Vanilla Cupcake – The rich, creamy aroma of vanilla cupcakes with hints of lemon and lots of buttery icing.
• Caramel Apple Cake – Rich caramel and vanilla frosting surrounds apple cake perfection-sugary sweet and finished with crunchy nuts.

My family’s favorite was definitely the chocolate layer cake.  It smells so chocolatey and is sure to have you drooling.  However you may end up disappointing people when they find out you really didn’t make a chocolate cake and the house just smells like that because of your Yankee Candle LOL