One of the easiest ways we have to give to each other is by the simple sharing of a smile. It doesn't take much of our time or a lot of money to do. Just a few moveents of some muscles around our mouths. Seems pretty simple, huh. Then, why don't we smile more often?
What are some things that make you smile? Is it hearing Clay Aiken sing or knowing the good he has done with UNICEF or the National Inclusion Project; or is it something totally different,
from Imikimi.com
like cute baby animals? Whatever it is, we need to smile more frequently and encourage others to smile. There is psychological research on the (1.) reasons why we smile and on (2.) how our smiling affects others and ourselves.
I have raised over 100 dollars on GoodSearch for the National Inclusion Project.
Some Smiling and Laughter videos featuring Clay;
Clay Aiken - When I See You Smile - Subtitulado en Español by ClayColumbia
Clay Aiken - Smile At Me montage by GoldsboroAikenFan
Laugh for me, Clay. by Cokoki
Are you smiling yet? I hope so. Don't forget to share a smile today. I know that if you share this post, you'll at least make me smile. If you like this post, please let me know and please share something (pg-rated) that made you smile today.
Photo sources: http://imagebuffer.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/music-1874621_1920.jpg and https://freerangestock.com/photos/35883/black-hammer-silhouette.html
This post was inspired by Daniella Uslan's blog title templates. These 9 tools are just a few of the ones that I use regularly. Some of them have multiple uses. They are great tools that make this blog 'pop'. The best part for bloggers, especially for newbies, is that these tools don't cost a dime. Some may have plans that cost money for more extensive features
Picture Perfect-
Pictures draw attention and provide a break for the reader from the text for blog posts and social media posts, otherwise plain text posts can be a little dull. These are 3 of my favorites and I often use all three for the same graphic;
Canva has templates for blog graphics, various social media sites, presentations, and etcetera. You can use your own images, or theirs for free or 1 dollar per image. It's great for when you want a great image fast or don't feel comfortable making your own, yet, or need to meet a deadline fast.
is a free Windows 10 app that you can use to create or edit a photo, draw or make collages. There are "Free To Edit" photos that you can 'remix' for your own use. There are all kinds of effects to improve your photo, free and paid stickers, frames, and masks, and more. You can decide whether or not to publish a photo or leave it private, and whether or not to leave their signature on the photo. You can share to social media from the app and make desktop themes or lock screens for your own computer.
Wired For Sound
You can't have a good music blog without music!
Youtube-
YouTube is great for making and watching videos, but you can also find blog inspiration. When you enter your main keyword in search, there are usually several suggestions for related keywords. The videos that you watch also determine the kinds of recommended videos that show up on your home screen.
Spotify-
You can follow your favorite artists, your friends and public playlists. You can make a smart playlist using whatever theme you want- and then share it or keep it for your own use. A free account comes with sporadic advertisements- but unless you are using it for parties or want to download music, a free account should be enough.
It is an excellent keyword research tool, that shows similar keywords, high-ranking articles, old forums and more.
Blogger Stats-
Last, but not least. I use Blogger's stats to let me know which posts that readers like most.
So, did you find a tool that you can use? Any new ones? Want more free tools? Then, check out this group Pinterest board. As always, please post your comments below and let me know what you think
Other photo credits: Infomastern Sunset photography via photopin(license) https://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.OutwoO8JOM4Ivn6ud0STvgFcCz&pid=15.1 https://www.getpaint.net/screenshots/pdn35_kirkland_thumb.jpg Photo by Matthieu A on Unsplash https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3054/2922084192_1b90b47f1d_q.jpg https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/YouTube_play_button_circular_%282013-2017%29.svg/512px-YouTube_play_button_circular_%282013-2017%29.svg.png https://store-images.s-microsoft.com/image/apps.1160.14492771249885471.5d96b821-c4a2-40e7-9030-741b075017fa.344e37eb-0cf5-4c6f-9f7b-25187868a2c0?w=180&h=180&q=60 https://libreshot.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/books-861x646.jpg https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR7onlILw4aN-7j5e2t1MjSW6vQSfxQycZFuKBaQHXDR65mrR_-YqJBjOIizJBqflmLfG8wtLvzzMvJYriSAkvJj8lWyio_QIhL9Z5oBOTlycQNM3iXM2qhxC94RZjcaZXbS3T9JizlLeb/s640/blogger-stats-2.png http://www.turismoeconsigli.com/3-esempi-di-marketing-territoriale-da-seguire/
Hi, readers. Are you looking for some fun? You can; create a funny caption(PG rated and no derogatory comments, please)for the photo of Clay Aiken at the top of this post, take a quiz, or watch some amusing concert videos. You could even do all three. It's up to you.
Clay's Cupid Shuffle-Gifs.com
If you create a caption, please post it in the comments below. I will put the best ones in a new blog post.
If you'd like, please take the quiz below that I made on Apester.
Here are some witty concert moments; Clay Aiken 2016 Christmas Concert in Chandler, AZ - 07 Banter And WAYC by canfly172
Clay Aiken - concert banter by Pacifique
Clay Aiken - Christmas Tour 06 Banter (Part 1) by jamiescrazy4clay
Are you having fun, yet? If you did, please drop me a comment in the form below. If not, I still wantt to hear from you. If you have any suggestions for this post or future ones, I'd love to know your opinion.
According to MusicVF.com(a website that lists the top songs in the United States and the U. K. .), Clay Aiken's 3 best selling songs are, in order from high to low ; "This Is the Night," "Solitaire", and "Invisible" .
All 3 songs were written by a group of 2 or 3 people. Chris Braide was one of the songwriters for "This Is the Night" and "Invisible". Gary Burr and Aldo Nova were Braide's co-writers for "This is the Night." You can find out more about this song from one of my Sunday's Song blog post.
Clay Aiken - This Is The Night Music Video by clackattack5230
"Solitaire" was penned by Neil Sedaka and Phil Cody. Phil Cody has an article on his website about the song that is very imformative. It is also featured in my #sundayssong series.
Clay Aiken Performs Solitaire on American Idol 3 by SiouxRoux
"Invisible" was created byChris Braide, Andreas Carlsson, and Desmond Child. Carlsson has written songs for Celine Dion, The Backstreet Boys, NSYNC, Celine Dion, and more. Desmond Child has written songs for Kiss, Bonnie Tyler, and Tim Weisberg.
Clay Aiken - Invisible by ClayAikenVEVO
So which of these songs is your favorite song by Clay? Or is it another song? Please let me know what you think in the comment form below.
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