Art in Sheffield

Hello. We woke up to rain this morning, and I am sure I have seen some sprinklings of snow. I remember Easter a few years ago when snow fell, so we are not out of the woods yet. Summer is just around the corner, but the great man in the sky has a habit of playing tricks on us. A day indoors I think today. 

I went to Sheffield hoping to see art, we trawled the galleries and found some. My preference is for contemporary and modern art, but understandably there was more of the traditional kind. I like to see something that stretches my mind, something that confuses me, and something that forces me to think outside the box. I've a few pics of my kind of art to show. 

Sheffield is the cutlery capital, the steel industry has been prolific in building the city's economy over the years. The Millennium Gallery has this amazing monument to steel, made of cutlery welded to a wire frame.

This decorative artwork encourages people to make a donation to the gallery.

One of the exhibitions in the Millennium Gallery is, 'Picturing Sheffield'. There are paintings from past and present, documenting  the regeneration of the city. The collection includes work by artists from the 1970's to the present day. It finishes on the 12th of April, so you have to be quick to see it before it closes. I like this one, big, bold, busy, and colourful. Here is a link to their web site.

Next stop was the Library, which houses the Graves Gallery on the upper floor. As you climb the stairs and look up to the skylight there appears to be a hundred birds floating in the air.

Looking closely, they are fringed squares of loosely woven fabric, folded corner to corner. As the warm air rises they look like they are floating.

This is amazing. A very large red canvas, the picture has been 'painted', with strands of beads, and chains, which have been left to dangle down to the floor giving the impression that the excess 'paint' has been allowed to dribble. 

A stunning piece of work, I love it.

In the same gallery are two large figures, this is one of them, both are holding a rifle.

As you can see all kinds of paraphernalia has been used in their construction. I am wondering if there was a plan for this work, or was it like stick this here and put that there, and see what happens. Hmmm, confusing.

Here is a link to the Graves Gallery.

Seen on the stairway of the Graves Gallery. So true. We need to have a certain amount of logic to get us through day to day living. I think I am a logical kind of person, but on the other hand too much logic can stifle imaginative thoughts. I am also a dreamer and like to let my mind wander to wherever it pleases. 

So, what are you? Are your thoughts always logical, or can you wander off the long straight path to explore either side of it. Do you like things orderly and straight forward, or can you cast off the shackles and let your mind fly freely? Let me know, I'm interested in how you think.

Thanks for popping in. The rain has stopped, maybe the day is going to turn out quite nice after all.
Toodle pip

How to Make Money with Bidvertiser (Extra Way for Earning)

When I have started as a blogger, Adsense was the only good monetization way to me for making money. With the passage of some time I came to know that Google Adsense is not the only program out there. There are many alternatives of Google Adsense.

While Adsense is still the best advertising network in this advertising industry, you can also consider some alternative option for increasing your revenue. A while back I’ve written many posts about some  Alternative option for Adsense. Bidvertiser is one of best alternative option for online earning.

Actually it’s very hard to say that Bidvertiser is alternative for Adsense. It depends on you what works for you best. What works for me may be not work for you. So I would suggest you to do A or B testing to find out what would be best for you.

Today I am going to give you some useful information about Bidvertiser which is considered as best option for Adsense. If you not got approved by Adsense or Adsense banned your account, read on. I will tell you how to make money with Bidvertiser with some extra way.

What is Bidvertiser? How does it Work?

Bidvertiser is one of the best advertising network like Adsense. It’s a Pay Per Click (PPC) advertising company founded in year 2003. Bidvertise has started its journey on the same year as Adsense did. So you can also trust on Bidvertiser.

The way that Bidvertiser works is some different from other advertising networks. While some of the ad networks show their ads based on website context or interest of the visitors, but Bidvertiser creates a unique bidding system that allows the highest bidder to advertize their ad on your site. So if you are having a quality site, you’ll have the good chance to get paid for it. You will be paid for clicks, not for impressions. It also pays some extra revenue for conversions.

Bidvertiser Vs Adsense

Bidvertiser is a best alternative of Adsense. As some of the Bidvertisers ads look like Adsense ads, you should not use both ads alongside. But it’s good working to use Bidvertiser ads with Adsense ads. The rate of PPCof Bidvertiser is comparatively lower than Adsense. It will increase your PPC if you stay longer time with Bidvertiser as it takes much time to get your site found by highest bidders.

Bidvertiser, What type of Ads they use to Serve?

Bidvertiser offers you 3 ways to make money from your blog / Website.

1. Ad Formats

BidVertiser supports 3 types of groups of ads: Inline Ads, Banners, and Skyscrapers. All ads are customizable to fit the site’s look & feel. All these ads look like Adsense ads.

2. Toolbar Creator

You can use to create and distribute your own customized toolbar to make money. To be honest, I have not tried this option. And I don’t think peoples are installing this toolbar.

3. XML Feeds

XML Feeds will allow your website to place Bidvertiser ads in your website search results or web apps.

How to Start With Bidvertise?

I assume that you are having blog where you want to add Bidvertiser ads.

At first, you have to create an account with Bidvertiser.

Just click Bidvertiser.com and follow on “Join Now – It’s FREE”. Then enter your Name with full account details and copy activation code from your own Email and paste it on proper field as per requirement.

Your account will be approved same day and you can start getting ads on your blog.

To get started, click on ‘Add new Bidvertiser’ tab and fill your website URL. Now you have to choose a type of category for your website.

Once you have completed instructions, you will be redirected to the Bidvertiser center where you’ll find all type of ad units. Just click on ‘Get Ad Code’ to make ad unit code.

Just Copy and paste the code as you have generated and place it where you want to show ads on your blog.

You’ll get Bidvertiser new ads on your blog within few seconds.

Revenue stats will be updated once in 24 hours during a business days only and once in 72 hours on weekends. It will not show the real time earning as like Adsense. It shows something call ‘Revenue Points’ in place of number of clicks and pay per click. Actually I not like it not user-friendly.

Bidvertiser Referral Program – Extra way for money making

As I said I’ll show you some extra way for making money, I am going to introduce you to New Bidvertiser Referral Program.

Yes, Bidvertiser Referral Program will pay you if you can refer some advertisers and publishers to them. You need to do is, promote Bidvertiser Program on your blog. Peoples are searching for some alternative of Adsense as it’s very hard to get approved by Adsense. We can promote Bidvertiser Program on your blog as an Adsense alternative.

How will Bidvertiser pay to you? 

• Whenever your referred advertiser spends $10, you’ll earn $5. When the same advertiser spends $50, you’ll get some additional $20.
• Whenever your referred publisher earns $10, you’ll get $10. When the same publisher earns $50, you will also get additional $40.

I working as an affiliate for Bidvertiser and it really working great for me. As I Hope it’ll work for you too also.

Payment Options Bidvertiser – How will you get paid?

Bidvertiser gives payment via check or PayPal monthly basis within 30 days after the end of each calendar month. Minimum amount is $10 for PayPal and $50 for check. If you have make money less then minimum payment, your balance will be carried over to the next coming month and paid out once you have earned the minimum amount.

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Bimbling around Sheffield

Hello and Good Morning. It's bright and sunny again, I've a line of washing out, and I have made my bestest  friend Carol a birthday card, now I have a few pictures to add to the blog, so come with me on a visit to Sheffield. I took my friend Crafty Janet along with me, we had a day out in the nuuuw wheeelz. Straight down the M180, M18, up the M1, off at the A630 and into the Park and Ride car park just off the roundabout at the bottom. Pay £2.50 to park, after we had worked out the touch screen machine, then hop onto a tram for the city centre, bus pass free ride, easy peasy. 

We alighted at the Cathedral, a good place to start our bimble. Luckily they have some very nice toilets in there. 

It was busy inside, school children singing their hearts out, with parents and families seated either side looking on. A few people had stopped by to have a look like we had.

The Town Hall is a majestic building standing tall and proud. I was hoping we could have a nosey around inside, but that was not to be, it is a busy working building. However the lady on the desk was very helpful with providing us with local knowledge and a free street map.

We came across the famous snooker capital of the north. The Crucible has been the venue for top class snooker tournaments for many a year. I was obsessed at one time a few years back, amazed at the skill required to get a 147 break. Terry Griffiths was my dreamboat at the time, with Willy Thorne a close second.

Next to the Crucible is this iconic building, The Lyceum Theatre. Looks like a wedding cake, I could eat it. 

In the late 1950's the Lyceum was in financial difficulties, it closed in 1969. Planning permission was sought for it's demolition, but it was saved by a campaign by the Hallamshire Historic Buildings Society. Thank goodness, it would be a shame to lose this. 

Between 1988 and 1990 the Lyceum was completely restored at a cost of 12 million pounds. More information can be found at Wiki.

Next stop was the Winter Gardens. We ambled through cameras at the ready, sat and ate our sandwiches, marvelled at the structure, and took in the general ambiance of the place. It was a hive of activity, several groups of school children were being supervised by their teachers as they ate their lunch. 

Not many words needed, it was a bit like a bigger version of Buxton. Warm, inviting, tropical, and colourful.

This piece of artwork was intriguing and fitted in perfectly. The harsh rigid lines of the beaten and engraved steel in contrast to, and complementing, the soft lush green foliage.

Stunning.

Fabulous.

Beautiful.

There are more pictures of Sheffield which I'll save for later. Thank you for popping in.
Toodle pip

Useful Ways for Extra Earning

1. Walk Dogs on Streets

How about doing something extra that keeps you and your family healthy and make instant some cash? Many peoples now a day don't seem to have the much time to walk their dogs twice a day (at least) and it's the only dog who suffers. For some bucks, maybe $4, you can take their dogs on 25-minute walk. Do it every day, you've got $120 a month and you're probably going to feel good. Do three or four dogs at a time, twice a day, and you can see how it is increasing your income.

2. Dumpster Dive

If you've seen shows like Storage Wars, American Pickers, or even Cash in the Attic, you know that there are some gems out there, some hidden in the trash. Some of the time, it really is just garbage. But many times, people's throw out valuables that they believe are worthless. Dumpster diving can earn some extra money, if you know what you're looking for. (See also: Some Extra Ordinary Ways for Earning)

3. Become a Delivery Service Boy

I was very inspired to add this Delivery Service after I talked to the guy who is doing this type of part time job. We bought some used one from Craigslist, these some price it was worth, and found someone on Craigslist who use to hauls large items. As it turns out, he uses his own trucks on the weekend for delivery services. At $40-$50 a delivery, he's making more money than enough to pay for his gas and truck payment for every month.

4. Donate Plasma to others

Even your own body contains some important saleable items. A recent some check online found that many persons are making $2500 per month donating plasma to others!

5. Monetize Your Own Blogs or Websites

If you have your own blog regularly or have your own website, you should think about placing some ads for extra cash, or finding some other ways to make your online presence into a money-spinner.

6. Become a good Online Juror

I only recently found some useful information about this one. It turns out that many lawyers want to practice, and online juries is very good ways for them to put some theories to do some tests. You can earn $6-$15 per online appearance, with each one lasting no more than 45 minutes. Find out more at some websites ejury.com.

7. Take Some Paid Surveys

There are many places online to take genuine, paid surveys. Many companies don't offer very big cash money, but it all ads up. Everyone likes erewards.com, offer some points that you can trade for goods and services.

8. Get money by Washing Cars

At least once a week in the summer months, I have seen high-school kids with signs offering car washes. If these students can wash cars for a few bucks, so you can also earn some cash. Grab your some friends, turn on your radio, and if you get good you can make $60-$70/hour between you.

9. Go Fishing

Know how to get fished? Or hunt? Well, if you are having hobby can put some food on the table, that's as good as money. If you hunt fish for food, you can also sell out it to friends and family members for a profit. But this is not for everyone, but if you are having goo skills and the equipment, why you are not using it?

10. Become a Part Time Tutor

If you have good knowledge that you want to share, why not do so for making some money? I know many peoples who tutor many children privately for extra cash. Others get paid to speak at many local colleges or universities. Hey, you can be paid a lot for your education; your par day job doesn't have to be the only reward. 

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Getting stuck in

Hello. Our Craft and Chat club was a little different yesterday. We usually take whatever we are working on, sit round a big table, and do our own thing while we chat. I was a bit late in getting there, due to me stopping to chat to two ladies sitting on a bench, so I missed the first bit, everyone had already started. We were told to bring some coloured tissue paper for this, but of course I forgot, head like a sieve sometimes. Not to worry we all muck in together and share what we have. 

Carol was the tutor, the blonde lady with the blue top, she teaches craft work for another group. The table was covered in black plastic bin bags because this was going to be a bit messy, and we all had a piece of A3 plain paper. The idea is to tear up the tissue paper in whatever way we choose, strips, squares or random shapes, and stick them onto the plain paper, with diluted PVA glue. Layering and overlapping is good, it makes the finished piece stronger.

Everybody was ripping and sticking, chatting and laughing.

This is what I ended up with. 

Because I started a bit late, I hadn't quite finished when it was time to go, so I carried on at home sticking some more pieces on right up to the edges.

We have to take them back next week for stage two. I'm not sure what that is to be, but I believe there will be some stitching at some point. I think when we have done the embellishments we can make it into a bag, or a book cover, or anything we want to make. I'll let you know what happens next week after the Monday meeting.

Now I'm off out for the day, the sun is shining so must make the most of it.
Toodle pip

Unbreakable by Sharon Osbourne. Book review

Good Morning, or Good Evening, whichever it is on your side of the world. The sun's out and I was up early at 6am, well I did get up briefly, to make a mug of coffee then I went back to bed to finish this book. 

Sharon Osbourne has had a rollercoaster of a life, the blurb on the back states it has always been an extreme rollercoaster ride, and it's not hard to understand after reading this book. There were times of joy, the birth of her first granddaughter, and being there for her children in their times of need and seeing them come through testing situations. The battle to save her marriage, her health issues and her addiction to fame and fortune, all form the highs and lows of a rollercoaster ride.

Although I didn't see it, the full 'warts and all', of her life was played out in a television series a few years back. It was never particularly appealing to me. The bits I saw before I turned off showed a dysfunctional family in the throes of one crisis after another. Not something I need to know.

I did manage to read this book from cover to cover, but it was like trawling through endless copies of trashy celeb magazines, albeit more eloquently written despite the shed loads of swearing. It sort of reminded me of back to back Jeremy Kyle, with an endless stream of marital problems being churned out conveyor belt style, with  emotions running high between the many ordinary people who are prepared to air their dirty washing in public.

To sum up, it's about a famous rocker and his manager wife who takes a left turn and becomes a celebrity in her own right. Their life has been one big juggling act which has taken them to all corners of the globe, many times over. They have two kids who have caused them a lot of angst, but have found a way through their own particular jungle and at last seem to be on the right track. Celeb Sharon has turned into a Granny which pleases her greatly. Now she is sixty she has at last found some peace, yes, it comes to us all eventually, even those who have have the cushion of great wealth. As Sharon found out there is a price to pay.

If you are fascinated by the warts and all of celebrity life, read this. Me? I needn't have bothered, I have become immune to gossipy shock horror celeb stuff. I would have preferred to read more about her early professional life, how she rose to the top, but that part might have been in a previous autobiography, which I missed.

Right. I've a load of washing to hang on the line, oooh the excitement, ha ha, then off to Crafty Club.
Have a great day. Toodle pip.

PS. Since writing this I have had a look at the reviews for the book on Amazon. Seems I am in the minority, and most people love it.

Some Extra Ordinary Ways for Earning

1. Become a Good Street Performer

Can you play a good guitar? Do you have good mad saxophone skills? Squeeze yourself in a 2-ft. square box? If you are having a talent, get paid for it. Street performers can bag some good cash for doing what they love.

2. Begging on others

If you are living a really hard time, you can try some begging. There are stories of many people making a good living from their begging, including two women who supplemented her very good income to save for a new kitchen. As this article states, many people think beggars are destitute, but this is not always the same case. (None of the 25 beggars questioned were not having their own house.)

There's not only street begging either. Cyber begging sites are very popping up everywhere, many peoples asking for donations instantly via PayPal for surgeries, help them with bill, and school tuition fees. If you will not ask, you will not get.

3. Rent your Useful Space

If you are having a garage that you're not using, or a good spacing basement that's doing nothing for you, why you are not giving it for rent to someone else? Some peoples I know actually rent out their own space in their basement as a very storage and collect some money every month. Many Other peoples have turned their spare bedrooms into rental good rooms to help with the monthly mortgage good payment. (See also: How to Make Money by WordPress.com blog?)

4. Scoop up Your Change

It's very amazing what you can find down some things to be Scoop up laying the side of the sofa, under your car seat, and in the back of the junk drawer. Collect all these items and cash it in.

5. Return Unwanted, Unopened, or Broken Items

I looked in my basement recently a month and I found a tool I' had bought three months ago for my job I was doing in own house. It turns out all these I didn't need that tool. I still had the receipt of the item, the store had a 100-days return policy, and I have ended up getting a good chunk of money back. Even if you are not having the receipt, you can also get store credit. And if something item is broken, do not just throw it away. It is possible that you may return the item for being defective and get a good full refund.

6. Recycle your useless items

We use to recycle our card, paper, plastic, bottles and cans in one large recycling bin every few months. We don't get paid for these recyclables, and we had to pay some $80 for the bin. But you may actually get paid for bottles, cans and other recyclable items. You have to just You have to just put your some effort into it.

7. Donate your own Sperm (Umm, Guys)

If you're a man of good health with a clean bill, you may go to a sperm bank and make a donation of your sperm. This process is very fairly straightforward and you will be get paid upwards of $40 for each donation you make. This Sperm bank in California paid you $65 per donation. And let's start facing it, guys; it's not the worst way to earn some quick cash.

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