Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue
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Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue is a lesfic author at amzn.to/36DFT2x. Sign-up for her newsletter at higginbothampublications.com
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10 Things I Learned from Having an Infant
I always saw the babies on television and thought that they were so cute, and don’t get me wrong, babies are cute. However, they are a lot of work too. Therefore, I decided to write a couple of tips down that might have helped me along if I had to do it all over again.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in Families
Game Your Way into Holiday Cash
With the holidays approaching and the conditions of the pandemic, most people may be looking for extra cash. Now, like several people, I have a full-time job, and like many, once in a while, the conditions of our economy has affected my income. Therefore, last year, when I was looking to get a little cash for the holiday, I was surprised to find out where I could get it.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in Gamers
10 Things I Learned from Being Pregnant
Pregnancy can be a wild ride. It can be excited. It can be scary, but most of all, it is full of unknowns. Therefore, I thought it would be helpful to relay a few tips that helped me during this new and exhilarating time.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in Families
Grief and Mourning
Recently, I lost someone very close to me, and I’m not the best person when it comes to dealing with death. This has always been a subject that has made me uncomfortable. I hate seeing people die on television, and even if I don’t know them, I usually feel sad and sometimes cry for those that they left behind.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in Families
How to Make a Commission this Holiday Season
The holidays can be exciting, especially for entrepreneurs and businesses. During this time, many people are shopping for themselves and others, which means that they are willing to spend more money. Knowing this information and how to use it can be beneficial for an entrepreneur. So, here are some ways that independent business men and business women can see an increase in their commissions during this season.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in Journal
Santa's Elves Demand Proper Working Conditions
Now, with the potential for vaccinations, everyone seems more cheerful for the holidays. However, with a cargo ship back-up at the ports, we may have to shop early to get those presents under the tree. “Dozens of cargo ships anchored off the coasts of Los Angeles face shocking wait times of up to four weeks and rail yards and trucking routes are hopelessly clogged due to the lack of manpower to unload goods” (Hammer, 2021). This means that there is a consumer goods back-up, which means things will take longer to get to where they need to be.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in Journal
Naked and Afraid Taught Me These 4 Things
If you are a fan of survival shows, then you have probably come across a show called Naked and Afraid. Despite the title, this show has nothing to do with romance or horror. It is actually a show where two people are dropped into the middle of nowhere for 21 days and have to survive on the land without clothing. They are allowed to take one tool that they find useful, and sometimes, they are provided with a flint and a pot for water. They are also given a map.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in FYI
I Can't Write! My Brain is Out of Ideas!
Sometimes, you wake up with every intention to write, and as soon as your hands hit the keyboard, you realize that you have nothing to say. This is common. It is called writer’s block, but it is important to work past this small issue and learn what motivates you when it comes to writing. Without motivation, your work may not be of quality, and you may feel resentful about the task. Therefore, it is important to cure your writer's block and find your own sense of pleasure in your writing. So, how do you do this? Here are a few ways to help you re-energize your writing life:
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in Motivation
The Ins and Outs of Finding a Book Cover
Every writer wants a book cover that is not only going to show a preview of their story but draw attention from an audience. However, it seems almost impossible to get something like this without paying a ton of money. Many book cover sites sell these covers at such a high cost that the author is at risk of losing a large amount of his or her initial profit if they buy them. Individual creators charge an arm and a leg just to create a beautiful design, and authors are left wondering how they are going to attract their readers without an eye-catching book cover.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue4 years ago in Lifehack
