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Gaming

KC Game On Presents KC Game Con

December 7, 2018 by Angela Louise No Comments

KC Game On

Being someone who is new to the Kansas City area I’m always searching for things to do in the area. During one of my searches, I came across KC Game On. It is a not for profit group that host bi-monthly gaming events. It started off small but has grown over the years to include Kansas City’s premier gaming event KC Game Con. They offer free general admission to get people in the door so that they learn more about esports and understand the gaming culture. This past Saturday I visited KC Game Con and saw how much they had to offer to the Midwest gaming community. The KC Game Con had a lot to offer its guest.

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DIY

Paw Print Pocket Scarf

December 5, 2018 by Angela Louise 2 Comments

If you’re someone who loves giving homemade gifts to others and need some ideas. This month I will be sharing some craft projects that will make great gifts for the holidays. All projects will be simple with materials you can pick up at your local craft store. The first project is this paw print pocket scarf it is easy to put together and makes a great gift. It’s nice and warm and you can slip your hands into it when you don’t have gloves. The paw prints add an extra bit of cuteness and pairs well with a hat with ears.

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Life, Wrap-Ups

November Wrap-Up

December 3, 2018 by Angela Louise 3 Comments

Goodbye November, Hello December

November has reached its end. And it was not an exciting month for me because I spent it sick. First with the stomach flu then a week later I caught the flu. But, between being sick, I did manage to paint the basement, two bedrooms, and the master bathroom. Originally for this month, I planned on tackling things on my home repair list. I did take care of a few things on my list but not as much as I planned. I didn’t cook a big Thanksgiving dinner either but I did do some shopping online. So here’s a quick rundown of my November.

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Health & Fitness, Wellness

4 Reasons why you Should be Drinking more Tea

November 28, 2018 by Angela Louise 3 Comments

“If you are cold, tea will warm you; if you are too heated, it will also cool you; If you are depressed, it will cheer you; If you are excited, it will calm you.”-William Ewart Gladstone

Most people tend to reach for a cup of coffee for their morning energy. Although coffee does have its advantages drinking too much coffee can cause problems. Drinking more than 4 cups a day can cause headaches and make it harder for you to fall asleep at night. If you’re looking to cut back on coffee, you may want to consider replacing it with tea. It comes in many flavors, each having a unique taste.

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Tips

Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety

November 14, 2018 by Angela Louise 4 Comments

“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you stop to look fear in the face. You can say to yourself, ‘I have lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.’ You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” – Eleanor Roosevelt

Public speaking is a nerve-wracking experience. You feel anxious and your terrified that you’ll make a fool of yourself. But it’s not uncommon for people to have a fear of public speaking. Public speaking is scary especially when you tie in social pressure. It’s a normal fear that you can overcome.

You can lower your anxiety of public speaking and increase our confidence by avoiding a few poor habits while incorporating these helpful tips. The following are five tips for reducing public speaking nervousness. While the butterflies may never go away completely, there are still some things you can do to help clear your head before your big moment.

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