This one's for my husband, who will undoubtedly turn me into a World Cup Widow for the next month...
Continue readingThis one's for my husband, who will undoubtedly turn me into a World Cup Widow for the next month...
Continue readingWe all know that Apple is not a fan of Flash and is in full support of HTML5 replacing the ubiquitous multimedia platform. (Although I'm not a big fan of Flash myself, I don't get Apple's argument against Flash for not being "open" when their products are some of the most closed, proprietary out there. But that's just me.) Well, just what the heck is HTML5 and what's so great about it? Being a web developer, I feel like I have been reading and studying up on HTML5 for decades. And while I can take hours writing a post to try to explain it to you, I found something better: a kickass infographic. Via TheBlogIsMine. P.S. — Don't you just love infographics? I love how...
Continue readingI am fully aware of the fact that in order for a blog to grow and become popular, I need to be proactive and "get out there." Social media. Guest blogging. Maybe perhaps some advertising. But honestly? I'm too lazy. That is why I am so grateful for my internet friends who link to Geek in Heels from their sites. I love you guys — I really do! And when power Digg/StumbleUpon/Delicious users link to my site, the traffic literally spikes through the roof...
Continue readingIf there is one thing that all bloggers have in common, it is that they want to be read. And let's face it; receiving comments can be pretty addictive too. It then comes as no surprise that you will find a blogger publicizing his/her site by linking to new posts via Facebook and Twitter. Heck, I'm guilty of this too — I used to post links to new entries on Facebook and Twitter. I no longer do this. Why? Because more often than not, I would receive more comments on Facebook or Twitter than on my blog. Am I the only blogger who has had this problem? I understand why people choose to comment on Facebook or Twitter instead of on the blog itself: convenience. But I personally prefer...
Continue readingMany years ago, I read that being an introvert does not necessarily mean that you are shy. While it it true that many introverts are shy by nature, the main difference between introverts and extroverts is the source of their energy: extroverts get energy from people and objects outside themselves whereas introverts gain energy from within themselves. Introverts need time to "recharge" after being around others, while extroverts thrive off outside energy. 'Yes! That's EXACTLY me!' I thought as I nodded my head in agreement. I like to go out and I like to be with friends. However, I feel drained after a day of being around others, and often need time alone at home, doing introverted activities, in order to feel like myself again. And...
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