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https://www.wikihow.com/Reduce-Expenses-in-a-Company
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How to Reduce Expenses in a Company
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To reduce your business expenses, start by examining your expense report for any unnecessary expenses. Next, try to reduce costs by automating your credit card payments and paperwork. Avoid ordering extra inventory, and sell or write off any old inventory that's just taking up space. Finally, get your staff involved by offering incentives to employees who find creative ways to save.
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Look over your expense report and cut unnecessary expenses. The first thing you should look for are charges for anything that you don't use. For instance, you might have signed up for a free trial of a software service (SaaS) that you forgot to cancel, and now they're billing your company every month. Expenses like this are the easiest thing to cut to add a little cash back in to your budget. Offer incentives to staff who help you cut expenses. Make financial responsibility a core value in your company by giving your staff incentives for finding ways to cut costs. If you give your employee a one-time $200 bonus for saving you $1200 per quarter, you'll still be saving money in the long run. Be willing to fire people who don’t perform. Every business owner dreads having to make this decision, but if you've spent the money to train and develop an employee who just isn't performing, it might be time to make the cut. Be honest with yourself about whether or not your employees bring value to your company. If they don't, make room for someone who will. Negotiate every expense. Most vendors, service providers, insurance companies, and even credit card companies are willing to negotiate if you're a big enough client. Negotiate when you first sign on with these companies, then revisit your rates every few years. If a company isn't willing to work with you, consider moving to one that is. Consider a local or regional bank if you are a small business. Nationwide bank chains have little incentive to offer competitive rates to small businesses. Compare the rates of several smaller banks that operate just in your region and ask them what kind of incentives they can offer. Make bulk purchases whenever possible. You might already be purchasing your office supplies in bulk, but you may not have considered that you can buy in bulk in other ways, too. Try contacting your service providers to see if you can save by paying for services annually instead of month-by-month. This may apply to software subscriptions, too. Outsource your HR department to save money. You can save big money every year by outsourcing your HR department to a PEO, or professional employer organization. These companies handle all of your payroll needs, as well as employee benefits, workers' compensation claims, risk management, and more. Outsource non-essential tasks to freelancers. Hire freelancers for services that you don't need done in the office, like website development or graphic design. Find freelancers by posting ads on websites like Upwork or Fiverr. Freelancers have to bid against each other on these sites, so they usually offer competitive rates. Relocate your office to a more affordable area. It can be tempting to house your business in the nicest part of town, but if you don't rely on walk-in customers, you could be paying way too much for rent. Try talking to a realtor to see if there are affordable options across town that will suit your business needs. Set expectations for when tasks should be completed. Set goals for how quickly employees should be able to complete their tasks, and offer incentives for meeting or exceeding those goals. This will help your employees understand what is expected of them, and it should encourage them to stay on task. Measure your employee’s activity and productivity. Install software that will keep track of how much time your employees spend using apps and websites that aren't related to work. Monitor this usage to see if there are any areas where efficiency can be improved. Be transparent about the fact that you're keeping track of what your employees do on their computers. This will likely boost their productivity and will promote an atmosphere of honesty in your workplace. Look for processes you can automate. Save money by automating whatever you can. For instance, if you're still processing credit card payments by hand, you can save payroll hours by switching to a software like Quickbooks that will do it for you. You can save employees' time and office space by automating onboarding paperwork. Have new clients fill out paperwork online instead of in the office. Implement a referral program. Give your existing customers an incentive to refer others to your business. Offer a small reward, like a $10 discount, to both the original customer and the referred party when you make a new sale. This will help encourage customer loyalty as well as word-of-mouth advertising. Shift your marketing focus to the digital realm. Traditional marketing methods, like television and radio ads, can still be effective, but if you're trying to cut costs, consider focusing on digital advertising. Social media campaigns and pay-per-click ads can offer a high return for a relatively small investment. Focus your ad campaigns on what makes your company different. If there's something about your company that you're especially proud of, even if it's not directly related to your product or service, consider making that the focus of a marketing campaign. For instance, if you give all of your employees stock in your company, let the public know about that. It sends a message that you care for your workers, and that can build consumer confidence in your brand. Monitor your inventory closely. It can seem like a good idea to keep excess inventory on hand, but in reality this can tie up your cash flow and cost you extra money in storage. You should continuously monitor your inventory to make sure you're only ordering what you need. It might seem like a good idea to order 2 years' worth of packaging for your product, but if new regulations cause you to change the wording on your label in 6 months, you'll be stuck with pallets of material you can't use. Sell or write off old inventory. If you have inventory left over from a promotion or a line which didn't sell well, consider selling it or writing it off on your taxes. If you haven't done anything with it in over a year, you're probably just wasting valuable storage space. Always get multiple bids before you make a purchasing decision. No matter what service or product you're purchasing, get bids from 3-5 companies before you make a decision. Be sure to ask about all of the details of the purchase when you're getting a bid. You might find 2 manufacturers who offer a product in the same price range, for instance, but one may offer free shipping when you sign a 2-year contract. Lease your unused production space. Co-working spaces are on the rise in recent years thanks to their increased efficiency. If you have unused office or warehouse space in your production area, consider leasing it to another individual or company for added revenue. Return manufacturing to your country if it has been shipped offshore. In recent years, wage increases and rising energy costs have caused offshore manufacturing costs to rise to the point that they often end up costing businesses more. If you've been manufacturing products overseas, re-evaluate your manufacturing costs and see if it would be cost-effective to return to domestic production.
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Look over your expense report and cut unnecessary expenses. Offer incentives to staff who help you cut expenses. Be willing to fire people who don’t perform. Negotiate every expense. Consider a local or regional bank if you are a small business. Make bulk purchases whenever possible. Outsource your HR department to save money. Outsource non-essential tasks to freelancers. Relocate your office to a more affordable area. Set expectations for when tasks should be completed. Measure your employee’s activity and productivity. Look for processes you can automate. Implement a referral program. Shift your marketing focus to the digital realm. Focus your ad campaigns on what makes your company different. Monitor your inventory closely. Sell or write off old inventory. Always get multiple bids before you make a purchasing decision. Lease your unused production space. Return manufacturing to your country if it has been shipped offshore.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Encourage-Your-Child-to-Be-a-Doctor-when-Grown-up
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How to Encourage Your Child to Be a Doctor when Grown up
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To encourage your child to be a doctor when they grow up, nurture their interest in medicine at a young age by buying them things like children's books about doctors and toy doctor kits. You can also take them to career fairs to talk to doctors, nurses, and other people in the medical community, which can help get them excited about the prospect of becoming a doctor. You might even call local hospitals to see if your child could meet with a doctor or shadow them for a day. Additionally, encourage your child to focus on math and science classes, and talk to them about participating in STEM-related extracurriculars. Just make sure you let your child develop their own interests as well, and try to remember that they might not be as interested in becoming a doctor as you want them to be.
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Consider whether this is what your child wants to do. While the idea of having a doctor in the family may be appealing, it is a challenging career that is not for everyone. Reflect on what your child has expressed to you about his or her interests before you encourage him or her to pursue this career path. Some questions you might consider include: Has your child ever expressed an interest in becoming a doctor? Does your child have an aptitude for math and science? What are your motivations for encouraging your child to be a doctor? Does your child have other passions that might lead to a career? Nurture your child's interest in medicine. If you have determined that your child already has an interest in becoming a doctor, then the best thing you can do is nurture that interest. There are many ways you can nurture your child's interest in medicine, such as: Buying your children literature about doctors and medicine. Some doctors write and produce comic books for young children. Consider buying some for your kid. Getting medical related toys. A toy doctor kit may help to nurture your child's interest in becoming a doctor. Watching medical shows on television. If your child can relate to a character who is a doctor, he or she may become more excited about the profession. Take advantage of career programs in your child's school. Your child's school may provide programs that help your child explore future careers. Make an appointment with your child's teacher or principal to ask about career programs in your school. Some schools have children take a career test. If your child takes one, take this as an opportunity to have a natural conversation about what you child wants to be when he or she grows up. You can encourage your child to consider medicine as a career. On parents' night at your school, a career adviser may come speak to parents. Ask this adviser about encouraging your child's interest in medicine and science. The adviser may have input on how to help your child learn about becoming a doctor. Job shadow a doctor. Call local hospitals and see if they have any job shadowing programs in place. A hospital may do workshops for children and parents in which doctors talk to kids about medicine. Even if a hospital does not have an official job shadowing program in place, a doctor may be willing to allow your child to shadow him or her for a day. A child may become interested and excited about medicine by interacting with a doctor. Your child can see what it's like to work in a hospital and learn the benefits of a medical career. Your child will be able to see what a doctor actually does. He or she will be able to watch a doctor interact with patients, deal with medicine, and tackle other challenges of the career. Attend career fairs with your child. These are great places to encourage your child's interests. Keep an eye out for career fairs in your community or in your child's school. At a career fair, you can steer your child towards the medical booths. Have your child talk to doctors, nurses, and other people in the medical community. If booths are giving away any pamphlets, have your child take one. This will give him or her the chance to explore the medical field at home. If there is a career fair at your child's school, offer to chaperone. That way, you can encourage your child to explore the medical booths during school hours. Talk about the positive characteristics of doctors. You want your child to look up to doctors. If a child sees doctors as role models, this may make the career path seem enticing. Focus on how doctors help others. Doctors develop qualities like confidence, empathy, and self-motivation. Talk about these qualities when your child visits a doctor. Say something like, "Isn't Dr. Munro kind? She really understands what you're going through." You should also teach your child to value hard work. It takes a lot of work to become a doctor, so talk up a doctor's work ethic. Try saying something like, "Dr. Munro worked hard to become a doctor and many people respect her for that. If you work hard in school, you could be a doctor just like her." Look for science and math in everyday life. As science and math are vital to a career in medicine, encourage your child to develop a curiosity about the subjects. You can find a lot of moments in daily life related to science and math. Science and math are found virtually everywhere, so point out examples whenever possible. If your child loves sports, for example, talk about the anatomy of an athlete. What muscles and bones does a hockey player need to develop? Talk about math in terms of everyday things like cooking. You can try doubling a cookie recipe, for example, and have your child figure out how to convert the measurements. Encourage your child to see challenges as positive. Many children may protest doing science and math homework because it's "too hard." Rather than trying to argue with this, acknowledge that the subjects are hard. Explain to your child that challenges can be fun and exciting. Tell your child a hard problem is not impossible. Say something like, "Yes, these problems are hard, but think of how exciting it will be to really master this subject. Don't you want to understand how chemistry works?" You should also let your child know being wrong is not a bad thing. Many children develop anxiety over answering a question wrong. To this, say something like, "A lot of scientists came up with wrong answers to questions for years. Part of the scientific process is being wrong sometimes." A wrong answer should be seen as a learning opportunity rather than a failure. Take advantage of informal learning opportunities. There are probably many places in your community where your child could learn about math and science. Make a point of visiting these places with your child over the summer and on the weekends. Take your child to a local museum, aquarium, planetarium, zoo, and science center. Your child will have fun, while being exposed to math and science as subjects. Programs like 4-H, the Girl Scouts, and Boys and Girls Club may sometimes have community events. Some of these events may be aimed at teaching children about math and science. Try taking your child to one of these events. Avoid negative statements about math and science. You may not have loved math and science yourself as a child. That's okay. However, speaking negatively about the subjects may discourage your child's interests. Do not say things like, "I was never interested in math as a kid" or "I got the worst grades in these subjects." This may make your child see failure or disinterest as inevitable. Help your child understand he or she can succeed in these subjects, even if they're hard. Try saying something like, "I struggled with math as a kid, but I'm so glad I stuck it out and got better." Allow your child to develop his or her own interests. You cannot completely control a child's development. While you may want to push math, science, and medicine, your child needs some independence. Try to be accepting and understanding of your child's interests, even if they deviate from the path you have planned. For example, you may want your child to spend the summer at a science camp hosted by a local museum. Your child says he or she wants to attend art camp instead. Art camp may not be part of your plan, but remember your child is an individual. Encouraging his or her interests and success is important, but you need to let your child have some independence. If you double down and insist on science camp, you're not letting your child explore his or her own interests. Try to reach a compromise. Let your child attend art camp, but encourage him or her to explore science on the side. Remember, you have to think about what your child wants rather than what you want. You may envision a certain future for your son or daughter. However, you need to give your child a chance to do what will ultimately make him or her happy. Look into the math and science curriculum in your school. You want your child enrolled in as many math and science courses as possible. This will help him or her start developing the proper skill set for a career in medicine. Look into any advanced placement classes your school offers. See if you can enroll your child in an advanced track that focuses on math and science. See if your school offers summer programs. Your child could take some additional math and science courses over summer break. If your school does not have summer courses, ask teachers and school officials for suggestions. They may know of local summer programs offered to children in your area. Have your child participate in STEM related extracurriculars. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. These areas are important if your child wants a career in medicine. See what extracurriculars are offered at your school. Ask your child, other parents, and teachers for lists of extracurriculars. Look for extracurriculars that focus on math and science. If your school has a science club, for example, this would be an excellent place for your child to develop his or her skill set as a doctor. Hire a tutor if necessary. Your child may struggle with certain subjects. As you want to make sure your child has an outstanding academic record, a private tutor can help. One-on-one attention can allow your child to succeed academically in all areas. Figure out what type of tutor you need. Make sure the tutor you choose has experience teaching your child's grade level. If you're looking for a tutor in a specific subject, check a potential tutor's credentials in that subject. You can find tutors online, through friends, through your child's school, or through local branches of programs like Sylvan and Kumon. Meet with a variety of tutors before selecting one. You want to ask a variety of questions to make sure a tutor is a good match for your child. Help your child manage stress. It can be stressful to pursue a career in medicine. The academic requirements are strict, so your child may frequently feel overwhelmed in school. Work on helping your child with basic stress management techniques. Pay attention to how you talk to your child. You do not want to phrase anything in terms that encourage anxiety. Do not say, "If you don't get good grades, you will not get into a good school." This will stress your child out. Instead, say, "Good grades can help you succeed." Help your child manage his or her emotions. Allow your child to feel what he or she feels. Explain it's okay to feel angry, scared, or frustrated. Let your child know that he or she has a choice regarding how these emotions affect him or her. Try to give your child healthy means of expressing frustration and fear. Model good behavior. Try to manage stress effectively in your own life. Your child will learn a lot of good coping techniques by watching you.
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Consider whether this is what your child wants to do. Nurture your child's interest in medicine. Take advantage of career programs in your child's school. Job shadow a doctor. Attend career fairs with your child. Talk about the positive characteristics of doctors. Look for science and math in everyday life. Encourage your child to see challenges as positive. Take advantage of informal learning opportunities. Avoid negative statements about math and science. Allow your child to develop his or her own interests. Look into the math and science curriculum in your school. Have your child participate in STEM related extracurriculars. Hire a tutor if necessary. Help your child manage stress.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Dull-Chrome
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How to Dull Chrome
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To make shiny chrome surfaces dull, scrape the chrome with a scouring pad or some very fine sandpaper. Continue scraping until the chrome is as dull as you like. For smaller chrome items that can be detached, try submerging them in a solution of muriatic acid. After soaking for 30 minutes, remove them from the solution and rub off the acid residue. Then, wash off any remaining residue by rinsing the items under cold running water. Make sure to wear plastic gloves during the entire process to protect your hands from acid burns.
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Purchase a plastic scouring pad. Scouring pads can be purchased at most grocery stores or online. You can also use a very fine sandpaper from a hardware store to dull your chrome. Scouring pads can also be used to remove the greening of chrome. Press the pad against the chrome and scrape it in one direction. Place the chrome onto a flat surface and use a moderate amount of force as you scrape the surface of the chrome. As you move the scouring pad over the finish, the shiny chrome should start to dull. Continue wiping the chrome with the pad. Continue going over the chrome with your scouring pad in one direction until the chrome has dulled. Keep wiping down the chrome with the pad until it reaches the patina that you desire. If you want to shine your chrome again, you can use a chrome cleaner and polish to return it to its original luster. Wear the proper protective gear. Make sure that when you work with acid the room is well-ventilated so that you don't get sick from the fumes. Also, you'll want to wear a pair of rubber gloves, a face mask, and eye protection. Muriatic acid is highly dangerous and could cause serious medical problems if you get it on your skin or inhale it. If you get the acid on your skin or eyes, flush it with water for at least 15 minutes before seeking professional medical attention. If you inhale the acid, go outside to get fresh air before seeking medical help. Separate the chrome from other materials. This method is perfect for smaller chrome items but could damage other materials if they come in contact with the acid. If you can, make sure to detach the chrome from any plastic or any other materials that it's attached to before moving to the next step. Fill a glass or plastic container with muriatic acid. You can purchase muriatic acid at most hardware and pool stores or online. Once you get the acid, carefully pour it into a plastic or glass container so that it's high enough to completely submerge your chrome. If you are using the acid to dull chrome rims, make sure to dilute it in a solution of 10 parts water to 1 part acid to prevent damaging your car's paint. Leave the chrome in the acid for 30 minutes. Let the chrome sit in the acid for up to 30 minutes. During this time, you should see the chrome finish begin to dissolve off of the metal. Once it has sat in the acid, you can remove it with your hands as long as you're wearing rubber gloves. Wipe down the chrome. When you remove the chrome from the acid, it will have a film over it. While still wearing your gloves, use another pair of gloves like a rag to rub down the film. Do not use cotton to wipe down your chrome or the acid may destroy it. Rinse the chrome with cold water. Place your chrome under your faucet and rinse it under cold water, until all of the acid has been completely removed. Dry down the wet piece of chrome with a rag once you're done rinsing. The chrome piece should now be duller. Repeat the steps to dull your chrome further. Once you completely rinse and dry down your chrome, it may still not be as dull as you want it to be. To remove the remaining shine, submerge your chrome back into the acid for another 30 minutes to an hour before rinsing and drying it off. Neutralize the acid before disposing of it. Do not dispose of your acid by putting it down the drain because it can cause damage to your piping. To neutralize the acid, pour a one-pound (453.59 g) box of sodium bicarbonate and an equal proportion of cold water until the acid stops fizzing. Once the acid stops fizzing, you can pour it down the sink. Pour the water into the acid slowly to prevent splashback.
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Purchase a plastic scouring pad. Press the pad against the chrome and scrape it in one direction. Continue wiping the chrome with the pad. Wear the proper protective gear. Separate the chrome from other materials. Fill a glass or plastic container with muriatic acid. Leave the chrome in the acid for 30 minutes. Wipe down the chrome. Rinse the chrome with cold water. Repeat the steps to dull your chrome further. Neutralize the acid before disposing of it.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Create-a-PowerPoint-Presentation
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How to Create a PowerPoint Presentation
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To create a PowerPoint Presentation, start by opening up PowerPoint on your computer and choosing a template from the provided options. Then, click the "create" button in the bottom right corner of the window that pops up. Next, create your title page and add a transition by clicking on the "Transitions" tab in the top menu. When you're ready to add more slides, just click on the "Insert" tab and then select "New Slide."
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Open PowerPoint. Click or double-click the PowerPoint app icon, which resembles an orange box with a white "P" on it. This will open the PowerPoint templates page. Review the available templates. Scroll through the templates page until you find one which you like. Templates include things like custom color schemes, fonts, and general appearance. Select a template. Click the template that you want to use. Its window will open. If you don't want to use a template, just click the Blank option in the upper-left side of the page and skip the next two steps. Select a theme if possible. Many templates have different color schemes or themes indicated by colored boxes in the lower-right side of the window; clicking one of these boxes will change the color scheme and/or theme for your template. Skip this step if your selected template doesn't have any themes available. Click Create. It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. Doing so selects your template and creates your PowerPoint presentation. Understand how your title slide should appear. Contrary to the rest of your PowerPoint presentation, your title slide should be completely devoid of content other than the title and subtitle. This is considered a professional must when creating a PowerPoint. If you're creating a PowerPoint presentation for which an elaborate title slide has been requested, ignore this step. Add a title. Click the large text box in the middle of the first slide, then type in your title. You can change the font and size of text used from the Home tab that's in the orange ribbon at the top of the window. Add the subtitle. Click the smaller text box below the title box, then type in the subtitle that you want to use. You can also just leave this box blank if you like. Rearrange the title text boxes. Place your mouse cursor over one of the edges of a title box, then click and drag the box around the slide to reposition it. You can also click and drag in or out one of a text box's corners to shrink or enlarge the text box. Click the Transitions tab. It's at the top of the PowerPoint window. Doing so brings up a list of possible slide transition effects at the top of the page. Select a transition for your title slide. Click a transition you want to use to apply it to the slide. This completes the title slide process; you can now move on to adding another slide for your presentation's main content. Placing your mouse over the transition will cause the slide to demonstrate what the transition will look like in practice. Click the Insert tab. It's at the top of the PowerPoint window. A new toolbar will open near the top of the window. On a Mac, you'll click the Home tab instead. Click New Slide ▼. It's on the far-left side of the toolbar. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu to appear. On a Mac, click the {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/8\/82\/Android7dropdown.png","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/8\/82\/Android7dropdown.png\/30px-Android7dropdown.png","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":460,"bigWidth":"30","bigHeight":"30","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>I edited this screenshot of an Android icon.\n<\/p><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a><br>\n<\/p><\/div>"} drop-down arrow to the right of the New Slide icon in the toolbar. Clicking the white slide-shaped box above this option will result in a new text slide being inserted. Select a type of slide. In the drop-down menu, click one of the following to add it to your presentation: Title Slide Title and Content Section Header Two Content Comparison Title Only Blank Content with Caption Picture with Caption Add any other slides that you think you'll need. You can certainly add slides as you go, but adding a few slides up-front will give you an idea of the layout of the presentation as you progress through it. Reposition your slides as needed. Once you have more than one slide in your PowerPoint presentation, you can move the slides around by clicking and dragging a slide's preview box up or down on the left-hand column of the PowerPoint window. Naturally, the title slide should be the first slide in your presentation, meaning that it should be the top slide in the left-hand column. Select a slide. In the left-hand column of slide previews, click the slide that you want to edit. This will open the slide in the main presentation window. Look for a text box. If you selected a slide that has a text box, you can add text to the slide. Skip this step and the next two steps if your selected slide uses a template that doesn't have text boxes in it. Add text to the slide. Click the text box, then type as needed. Text boxes in PowerPoint will automatically format the bulk of your text for you (e.g., adding bullet points) based on the context of the content itself. Format the slide's text. If necessary, select the text that you want to change, then click the Home tab and review your text formatting options in the "Font" section of the toolbar. You can change the font of the selected text by clicking the current font's name and then clicking your preferred font. If you want to change the size of the text, click the numbered drop-down box and then click a larger or smaller number based on whether you want to enlarge or shrink the text. You can also change the color, bolding, italicization, underlining, and so on from here. Add photos to the slide. If you want to add a photo to your slide, click the Insert tab, then click Pictures in the toolbar and select a picture. Rearrange the slide's content. Just like your title slide, you can move items around the slide by clicking and dragging them. Photos in particular can be enlarged or shrunk by clicking and dragging out or in one of their corners. Repeat this for each slide in your presentation. Once you've created each of your presentation's slides, you can proceed to the next part. Remember to keep slides uncluttered and relatively free of distractions. It's best to keep the amount of text per slide to around 33 words or less. Select a slide. In the left-hand column of the PowerPoint window, click the slide to which you want to apply a transition. Click the Transitions tab. It's at the top of the PowerPoint window. This will open the Transitions toolbar near the top of the window. Review the available transitions. Transitions make your slide pop up in an exciting, eye-drawing manner during your actual presentation; you can see the list of available transitions at the top of the window. Preview a transition. Click a transition at the top of the window to watch it run on your slide. Select a transition to use. Once you decide on a transition, click it to ensure that it is selected. The current slide will use the selected transition. Add a transition to slide content. You can apply transitions to specific pieces of slide content (e.g., a photo or a bullet point) by selecting the content, clicking the Animations tab at the top of the window, and selecting the transition that you want to use there. Slide content will animate in the order in which you assign transitions. For example, if you animate a photo on the slide and then animate the title, the photo will appear before the title. Review your PowerPoint. Once you've finished adding the bulk of your PowerPoint presentation's content, skim through it slide-by-slide to ensure that you haven't left anything out. Click the Slide Show tab. This tab is at the top of the window. Doing so opens the Slide Show toolbar. Click From Beginning. It's in the far-left corner of the toolbar. Your PowerPoint presentation will open in slide show view. Page through the slide show. You can use the left and right arrow keys to move back and forward through the presentation. If you need to exit the presentation, press Esc. Make any necessary changes before proceeding. When you're done scrolling through the presentation, add any details that you forgot, delete any content that you want to remove, and so on. Save your PowerPoint. This will save your presentation as a file which can be opened on any Windows or Mac computer that has PowerPoint installed: Windows - Click File , click Save , double-click This PC , select a save location, enter a name for your presentation, and click Save. Mac - Click File , click Save As... , enter the presentation's name in the "Save As" field, select a save location by clicking the "Where" box and clicking a folder, and click Save.
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Open PowerPoint. Review the available templates. Select a template. Select a theme if possible. Click Create. Understand how your title slide should appear. Add a title. Add the subtitle. Rearrange the title text boxes. Click the Transitions tab. Select a transition for your title slide. Click the Insert tab. Click New Slide ▼. Select a type of slide. Add any other slides that you think you'll need. Reposition your slides as needed. Select a slide. Look for a text box. Add text to the slide. Format the slide's text. Add photos to the slide. Rearrange the slide's content. Repeat this for each slide in your presentation. Select a slide. Click the Transitions tab. Review the available transitions. Preview a transition. Select a transition to use. Add a transition to slide content. Review your PowerPoint. Click the Slide Show tab. Click From Beginning. Page through the slide show. Make any necessary changes before proceeding. Save your PowerPoint.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Know-if-You-Have-Eye-Mites
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How to Know if You Have Eye Mites
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To know if you have eye mites, watch for symptoms like watery eyes, pain in your eyes, or if your eyes appear red, itchy, or swollen. You may also feel like there's something stuck in your eye, like an eyelash. Other possible symptoms to watch for are blurry vision, a thick or crusty coating on your eyelashes, or loss of eyelashes. If you experience any of these issues, contact your doctor, who can use a special light and microscope to diagnose your condition.
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Watch for allergic reactions. Eye mites carry bacteria that can cause infection, especially if you have rosacea. If you have rosacea, pay attention to any changes in your eyes. Signs of an allergic reaction include: Watery eyes Eyes that hurt Red eyes Swollen eyes Think about how your eyes feel. Most people know when they have an eyelash in their eye because it feels like something is in your eye. Eye mites can also make you feel like a foreign body is in your eye. Your eyelids may also feel itchy and you might experience a burning sensation in your eyes. You should also consider if your vision has changed. If your eyesight becomes blurry, you may have eye mites. Look at your eyes. Unfortunately, you won't be able to look at your eyelashes and eyelids and tell if you have eye mites. They're so small that they can only be seen under magnification. But, you may notice your eyelids become thicker or crusty if you have eye mites. And, you might lose eyelashes if you have mites. Your eyelid can also look red if you have eye mites, especially along the margin or edge. Consider your risk factors. The risk of eye mites increases as you age. Some studies estimate that over 80% of people over the age of 60 have eye mites and that these tiny creatures may are present on many children too. People with the skin disorder rosacea often have eye mites. Eye mites are just as common in men as in women with a similar distribution worldwide regardless of race. Contact your doctor. If you experience any of these symptoms, you might have eye mites. Unfortunately, they're so small that you can't tell if you have them just by looking at your eyes. And, since many of these symptoms could be caused by other eye problems, you'll have to go to the doctor to know if you have eye mites. You can also ask your eye doctor to make an eye mites diagnosis or check your eyes for another eye condition that could be causing your symptoms. Get an exam. Your doctor will have you sit at a slit-lamp. If you've ever had your eyes checked, the eye doctor used a slit-lamp. You sit with your chin and forehead on a support while a bright light and microscope examine the front of your eye. The doctor will look for the small mites which will be attached to the base of your eyelash. Sometimes, the doctor will pull out an eyelash or two to examine under a microscope. Some doctors will pull an eyelash in order to show you the mites under the microscope. If the doctor doesn't see any mites, you'll be checked for other conditions that could be causing your eye irritation (like allergies or a foreign object in your eyes). Wash your eyes. Mix equal parts tea tree oil and an oil like olive, castor, avocado or jojoba. Dip a cotton ball in the mix and gently scrub around your eyelids and eyes. Leave the solution on your eyes as long as you don't have any stinging. If you do feel stinging, rinse with warm water. Re-apply the solution every four hours for one week and then every eight hours for three more weeks. You need to continue washing your eyelashes and eyes so that you account for the lifespan of the eye mite (four weeks). Since tea tree oil can irritate, you may want to ask your eye doctor about using it. Replace your eye makeup. It is not clear if wearing eye makeup increases the risk of eye mites, but if you do wear makeup (especially mascara) make sure the mascara is not old and is well-sealed. Don't forget to wash your makeup brushes at least twice a month. Follow this makeup replacement schedule: Liquid eyeliner: every three months Cream eye shadow: every six months Pencil eyeliners and powders: every two years Mascara: every three months Wash your linens. Because mites can survive on clothing and bedsheets (but are very susceptible to heat), wash all clothing, towels, bedsheets, pillowcases, handkerchiefs, blankets, and any other material that may have come into contact with your eyes and skin in hot, soapy water. Dry them at high heat. Do this at least once a week. You should also have your pets checked for mites and wash their linen. Get medical treatment. Your doctor will probably talk to you about washing with tea tree oil. Although your doctor may recommend an over-the-counter product like permethrin or ivermectin, more research is needed to determine their effectiveness. You'll also need to keep up good hygiene for several weeks so that the mites don't hatch eggs and repopulate your eyelids. If you think you have eye mites, see your doctor before starting any treatments. This is especially important if you have rosacea since the eye mites can cause a bacterial infection.
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Watch for allergic reactions. Think about how your eyes feel. Look at your eyes. Consider your risk factors. Contact your doctor. Get an exam. Wash your eyes. Replace your eye makeup. Wash your linens. Get medical treatment.
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How to Make Aloe Vera Gel
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To make aloe vera gel, start by cutting off a couple of the outer leaves on an aloe vera plant. Then, place the leaves in a cup so the cut ends are down, which will let any irritating yellow resin in them drain out. Next, peel the skin off 1 side of each leaf using a vegetable peeler. Finally, scoop the gel out of the leaves and into a bowl using a spoon. You can use your aloe vera gel right away, or store it in a jar to use later!
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Wash your hands. It's important to start with clean hands and use clean tools to make sure the gel doesn't get contaminated. Slice off an outer leaf of an aloe plant. The outer leaves are more likely to be mature. They'll contain plenty of fresh, healthy gel. Look for leaves around the outside of the plant, with bases growing close to the ground. Use a sharp knife to make a clean cut near the base. Since aloe vera gel is perishable, it's best not to make a huge batch at once, unless you plan to give some away. Cutting off just a leaf or two, especially if they're large, should be sufficient to make 1/2 to 1 cup of gel. If your plant is young, be especially careful not to cut off too much at once. Cutting off all of the outer leaves could damage the plant. Drain the resin for 10 minutes. Place the leaves upright in a cup to let the dark yellow resin drain out. The resin contains latex, which can be slightly irritating to skin. It's best to drain it out so it won't get into your gel. Peel the leaves. Use a vegetable peeler to carefully peel away the green portion of the leaves. Be sure to cut through the inner white layer to the gel underneath. Peel off all of the skin on once side of the each leaf, leaving a canoe-shaped half filled with gel. If you have large leaves, it may be helpful to cut them into smaller pieces before peeling. Discard the skin as you go so it won't get mixed in with your gel. Scoop the gel out with a spoon or knife. The clear, soft gel is easily scoopable. Scoop it all out into a clean bowl until there's nothing left in the leaf half. Consider mixing the gel with a natural preservative. If you have a lot of gel and you want it to keep for a month or two, mix in 500mg powdered Vitamin C or 400 IU vitamin E for every 1/4 cup of gel you have. Place the ingredients together in a blender and blend well. The gel will look foamy at first. Place the gel in a sterilized, clean glass jar. If you used the preservative, the gel will keep for several months in the refrigerator. Without it, it will keep for a week or two. Use the gel. Apply it to sunburns or other minor, surface burns. Aloe can also be used as a skin moisturizer or an ingredient in homemade body products. Aloe vera gel should primarily be used on surface skin irritation, minor burns, insect bites, and minor wounds. Exercise caution with deep wounds and scars, like those created by surgery, since some studies suggest that aloe gel can worsen scars like these. Try blending 1/2 cup aloe with 1/4 cup melted coconut oil to make a healing, moisturizing massage lotion. Learn how to grow an aloe plant so you'll be able to make a batch of gel whenever you want.
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Wash your hands. Slice off an outer leaf of an aloe plant. Drain the resin for 10 minutes. Peel the leaves. Scoop the gel out with a spoon or knife. Consider mixing the gel with a natural preservative. Place the gel in a sterilized, clean glass jar. Use the gel.
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How to Kiss in a Variety of Ways
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To kiss in a variety of ways, try something more adventurous like licking your partner's lips, then blowing on them softly to create a tingly sensation. You can also nibble gently on their bottom lip if you're feeling frisky! If you're in a playful mood, rub or touch your noses together for an Eskimo kiss. You can also give them sweet butterfly kisses by resting your cheek against theirs and fluttering your eyelashes on their skin.
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Start with a simple peck on the lips if you're a beginner. Lean in and lightly press your lips to your partner's. Line up your mouths so that your upper lip is between their lips and your bottom one is underneath theirs. You can also put their upper lip between yours if that feels more comfortable. Don't push too hard against their lips. It should be soft and romantic, not painful or aggressive. Mirror what your partner does so you stay in sync. This helps if you aren't sure exactly what to do with your lips, tongue, or even hands. Let them take the lead, then copy whatever they're doing to gradually deepen the kiss at a pace that both of you are comfortable with. For example, if they slip a little tongue in or reach up to cup the side of your face, do the same back to them. This applies to speed, too. If they're going slow, don't force a bunch of quick kisses. Get into a natural rhythm by varying your movements. A good kiss isn't just a series of the same pecks over and over again. Make some kisses longer and some shorter. Mix softer pecks in with deeper tongue-touching smooches. Do what feels natural to you in the moment instead of trying to think it through. Change up the position of your body and head, too. Occasionally break up the kiss to tilt your head to the other side, or place your hand on the back of their neck, for example. Pay attention to how your partner reacts to your kisses. If you try to up the intensity and they keep their lips closed, for instance, that may be a sign they don't want to take it further yet. Work up to the French kiss if you want to show passion. The secret to a great French kiss is intense chemistry, so let that spark guide your actions, instead of overthinking it. Vary the movement and speed of your tongue, slowly increasing the intensity as the kiss goes on. Don't be too forceful with your tongue, either, or let it just flop around. Get your hands involved, too. Run them through your partner's hair, for instance, or clasp your hands around the back of the other person's neck. Lick your partner’s lips, then blow on them for a tingly sensation. Trace their bottom and/or top lip with your tongue. Once they're damp, lightly blow cool air on them. The mix of hot and cold will give the other person goosebumps in the best way. Don't use too much tongue here. Just use the tip to moisten their lips rather than slobbering over them. You can use this technique on other parts of their body, too, like the neck or collarbone. Nibble on their bottom lip gently if you’re feeling frisky. The key word here is “gently.” Don't bite or chomp into their lips, which could be very painful. Instead, lightly tug at their bottom lip with your teeth or add a tiny nibble in the middle of a kiss. Do this when you pull away from the kiss to leave them wanting more. You can even finish it off by biting your own lip, too, and looking into their eyes. For the right amount of pressure, you should barely be closing down with your teeth. Do the Spider-Man kiss if you want a movie-worthy make out. While you probably won't be hanging upside down like Spider-Man for this smooch, you can recreate it at home easily. All you have to do is arrange yourself so you're kissing your partner upside down. It will feel awkward at first to flip-flop the position of your lips but it's a fun move to play around with. For example, you can sit with your partner's head in your lap and bend over to kiss them upside down for the same effect. Kiss your partner’s neck or ears if you want to turn them on. Both the nape of the neck and the ears have a ton of nerve endings, making them super sensitive. Press a trail of kisses down your partner's neck from their jaw to their collarbone. Add in the ears by nibbling or softly sucking on their earlobes. Use your tongue if you want to. You can drag it up the curve of their neck, or flick it around the edge of their ear. Ask permission before giving someone a hickey, which is a bruise caused by sucking too hard on someone's skin. While they're a sign of passion, some people are embarrassed by hickeys so never leave one if you haven't asked the other person. Try the lizard kiss to surprise your partner. Set up just as you would for a normal kiss, placing your mouth onto your partner's lips. Then move your tongue just like a lizard does, by flicking it in and out of the their mouth as quickly as possible. This kiss can feel a little strange, so it's best to only attempt it with someone you know or are comfortable with. It's not first-kiss material. You may want to practice the motion of flicking your tongue in and out by yourself first. Mastering the movement before you try it with someone else will prevent any awkward tongue-twisting. Go for the vacuum kiss if you like a little pain with your pleasure. This style of kiss is very intense, and can be almost painful. Press your lips over your partner's, then suck in as hard as you can while they do the same. It creates a suction effect and, when you release your breath, gives you a rush of relief that's almost intoxicating. When you pull away, there will likely be a loud popping noise from breaking the suction. If you've never done this with your partner before, let them know what you're doing before you go in for the kiss. It only works if both people suck in. Experiment with a single-lip smooch if you’re more advanced. This kiss can be tricky to master because you want to get just the right amount of suction that feels sensual. Cover your teeth with your lips, and try lightly sucking on either their top or bottom lip by gently pulling it between your own lips. If you're just starting out with this kiss style, focus on the bottom lip first. That tends to be easier to suck on correctly. You can add a flick of your tongue or a little nibbling while you suck for a flirty twist. Give an eskimo kiss if you’re in a playful mood. This kiss was invented by eskimos when their noses and eyes were the only parts exposed in cold weather. It involves gently rubbing your nose back and forth against your partner's. They can either keep their face still, or move their nose left to right as well. Another alternative is to simply touch your noses together lightly instead of rubbing. Eskimo kisses are a cute way for parents to say goodnight to their children, too. Kids will love doing it based on the fun name alone! Show affection with a forehead kiss. Forehead kisses can be used in all different situations, whether you want to express that you have feelings for someone, let them know you care about them as a friend, or console them when they're upset. Rest your lips lightly on the center of their forehead for a couple of seconds, keeping the kiss dry. Pair a forehead kiss with a heartfelt hug for an even more emotional connection. Do not use your tongue or wet your lips for this kiss. Tickle someone in a cute way with butterfly kisses. This type of kiss doesn't even require your mouth. Place your face close enough to the other person so that your eyelashes touch their face. Then blink your eyes open and shut rapidly, so they feel a fluttering sensation on their skin. It's easiest to give butterfly kisses on someone's cheek because you can rest your face against theirs. Prove that chivalry isn’t dead with a kiss on the hand. This is a polite, respectful gesture that's typically between a man and a woman. Lightly grasp her hand between your thumb and fingers. Bring it up to your mouth while also bending over slightly, and brush your lips against the back of her hand. Only kiss the hand of a woman you already know. It's too intimate of a gesture to use on a stranger in today's world. Do an air kiss to greet someone. Popular in Europe in particular, the air kiss is a warm way of saying hello. Lean in, turning your head slightly so that your cheek barely touches the other person's cheek, if at all. Silently, or with a soft “mwah,” kiss the air next to them. Do not touch your lips to their cheek. The number of kisses and which side of the face you start with differs from place to place and culture to culture. If you're doing a single kiss, the most common way is right cheek to right cheek. For a double kiss, it's usually right cheek first, then left cheek.
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Start with a simple peck on the lips if you're a beginner. Mirror what your partner does so you stay in sync. Get into a natural rhythm by varying your movements. Work up to the French kiss if you want to show passion. Lick your partner’s lips, then blow on them for a tingly sensation. Nibble on their bottom lip gently if you’re feeling frisky. Do the Spider-Man kiss if you want a movie-worthy make out. Kiss your partner’s neck or ears if you want to turn them on. Try the lizard kiss to surprise your partner. Go for the vacuum kiss if you like a little pain with your pleasure. Experiment with a single-lip smooch if you’re more advanced. Give an eskimo kiss if you’re in a playful mood. Show affection with a forehead kiss. Tickle someone in a cute way with butterfly kisses. Prove that chivalry isn’t dead with a kiss on the hand. Do an air kiss to greet someone.
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How to Freeze Beets
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To freeze beets, you'll want to blanch them before freezing, which will help preserve their flavor and texture. To start, use a pair of scissors to trim the leaves about 2 inches from the roots. After removing the leaves, wash and scrub the beets under cold running water to remove any dirt. Cook the beets in a pot of water on medium-low heat for 25-35 minutes for smaller beets, or 40-50 minutes for larger beets. Once your beets are tender, or when you can easily stick a fork into them, let them cool and remove the roots and stems with a vegetable peeler. If you'd like, you can slice or quarter your beets to make them easier to use later. Then, place the beets into a plastic freezer bag and remove as much air as possible before sealing it. You can leave the beets in the freezer for up to 12 months, but try to use them up in 6 to 9 months, since they'll be freshest.
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Choose beets with smooth skins and no surface cuts or bruises. Avoid choosing beets that have flabby skins, are shriveled, or are soft with moist spots. If you happen to have beets that have the leaves attached, make sure they are dark green in color, small, and crisp to the touch. Cut the roots of the beet and remove the greens. Although a knife can be used to cut the roots and greens, using a pair of scissors is easier. In some cases, if you have purchased from a grocery store or a farmer's market, the greens and part of the roots may have already been removed. When trimming the beets, leave at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) of the roots and ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) of the stems. If any more is removed, the beets may bleed during the cooking process. Don't throw the greens away if they are fresh! You can use them in a salad or cook them like spinach and add vinegar, salt, and pepper for added flavor. Wash and scrub the beets under cold running water. Use a vegetable brush to remove any dirt. No worries if you don't have one, the beets can be scrubbed with a washcloth just as easily. Place the beets in a colander to drain any excess water. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Use high heat and bring your stockpot or large pot to a rolling boil. Place the cleaned beets in the boiling pot of water and cover. Cook the beets on lower heat until they are tender. For small beets, this should take 25 to 30 minutes. About 45 to 50 minutes is needed to cook medium to large-sized beets. If you are concerned about the beets bleeding while boiling, add 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of vinegar or lemon juice to the water. Boiling is the most common way of cooking beets, but they can also be oven roasted. To roast your beets, place the washed and scrubbed beets in a shallow baking dish filled with ⁄ 4 cup (59 mL) of water. Cover with aluminum foil, tightly wrap and cook for one hour at 400 °F (204 °C). Some people choose to steam their beets in preparation for storing. To steam your beets, fill a large stockpot with water and bring to boil. Place the beets in the steamer insert, cover, lower the heat, and cook for about 30 minutes or until done. Check to see if the beets are tender. As you approach the end of the cooking time, use a knife to check for doneness. Choose the thickest part of a beet and insert a knife or fork. If the knife or fork enters into the beet easily, it's cooked. If you feel some resistance, the beets need more time to cook. If your beets are not tender enough, keep checking on them in 15-minute intervals until ready. Drain the cooked beets in a colander and cool in an ice bath. Cooling the beets immediately stops the cooking process and makes them safe to handle. Let the beets sit in the ice bath for 5 to 10 minutes. Cooling the beets in an ice bath also helps to loosen the skins on the beets for easy removal. Remove the roots and stems with a knife. Use a vegetable peeler to remove the skins, be careful not to remove more than is necessary. If you don't have a peeler handy, you can gently rub the skins off under cool running water. Be sure to wear a pair of gloves, to protect against your hands getting stained. Cut the beets into 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) slices. Alternatively, you can cut into quarters, or dice them. If the beets are around 1 inch (2.5 cm) in size, they can be left whole. However, be aware that whole beets do not freeze as well. Put the beets into plastic freezer bags. You can use Ziploc bags for freezing. For single servings, the one-quart size is best. Be sure to leave about ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) or 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space at the top of the bag before sealing for storage. Remove as much air as possible from the plastic bags and tightly seal. One way to remove air is to push the air out of the bag and seal it, leaving the end slightly open. At the open end, insert a drinking straw and suck out all of the remaining air and then quickly seal the bag. Another way of removing air is to use a vacuum sealing system. This method is guaranteed to remove all of the air in the bag and reduce the chance of freezer burn. These systems can be costly, but if used frequently are quite valuable. Label the plastic bags. Make sure you also note the current date. Beets can be kept for up to 12 months in a deep freezer. If you keep your beets in the freezer for 18 months or longer, they can end up shriveled and soggy. The best time to use the frozen beets is between 6 and 9 months.
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Choose beets with smooth skins and no surface cuts or bruises. Cut the roots of the beet and remove the greens. Wash and scrub the beets under cold running water. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Place the cleaned beets in the boiling pot of water and cover. Check to see if the beets are tender. Drain the cooked beets in a colander and cool in an ice bath. Remove the roots and stems with a knife. Cut the beets into 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) slices. Put the beets into plastic freezer bags. Remove as much air as possible from the plastic bags and tightly seal. Label the plastic bags.
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How to Make Butter Cake
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To make butter cake, start by preheating the oven to 350°F. Then, cream together butter and sugar in a stand mixer until it is light and fluffy. Next, beat in eggs, followed by flour, salt, and baking soda. Then, add milk and vanilla and beat the mixture on high speed for 2 minutes. When the mixture is smooth, pour it into a greased pan and bake it for 25 minutes. When it's done, remove it from the pan and let it cool for 10 minutes. Remove it from the pan and put it on a wire rack until it comes to room temperature.
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Assemble your supplies. Along with your ingredients for the cake recipe, you'll also need some utensils and equipment, including: A hand mixer or stand mixer Cake pans: one 9-by-13-inch pan, two nine-inch pans, or one Bundt pan Grease or parchment paper A large mixing bowl A large spoon or paddle Preheat your oven and prepare your pan. For this butter cake recipe, you will want your oven preheated to 350 F (177 C). While you're waiting, grease your cake pans with butter, baking spray, or vegetable shortening. On top of the greased pan, sprinkle a pinch of flour to create a light dusting. If you'd rather not used greased pans, you can instead line your cake pan with parchment paper. Cream together the butter and sugar. Add the butter and sugar to your mixing bowl. Beat the ingredients together with your mixer on low speed. Continue beating for five to 10 minutes. As the butter and sugar incorporate, increase the speed to medium, and finally to high for the last minute or two. Creaming the butter and sugar together in this way will create a light and fluffy cake that has plenty of volume, because the process whips air bubbles into the butter. Beat in the eggs. Crack each egg separately into a small bowl and beat it a little before adding it to the flour and sugar mixture. This will give you time to remove any shell pieces, and will prevent the mixture from curdling. Turn the beaters on low and have them running as you add each egg. You want the eggs at room temperature because a warm egg won't decrease the final volume of the cake. Continue beating the mixture until all the eggs have been incorporated and the mixture is smooth and yellow. Beat in the flour, salt, and baking soda. Beat on low until everything is incorporated. Don't overmix, as this will produce a cake that's tough instead of fluffy. Add the milk and vanilla. Once added, beat the mixture on low for about 30 seconds. If there is any unincorporated batter on the sides of the bowl, use the spoon or paddle to scrape it down. Increase the speed to high and continue beating for a minute or two. Pour the batter into the cake pan. If you're making more than one cake, divide the batter evenly between the two pans. Use your spoon to wipe the sides of the bowl so you don't waste any batter. Bake the cake for 25 to 30 minutes. There are a few ways to tell when your cake is ready, and they include when: The cake springs back when pressed gently with a finger The cake starts pulling away from the sides of the cake pan A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean Allow the cake to cool. Place the cake on a wire rack and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes. After this time, remove the rack from under the cake and place it on top of the cake pan. Flip the cake pan over and let the cake slide onto the rack. Let the cake continue cooling to room temperature before storing or frosting. Frost or store the cake. If you are going to be serving and eating the cake immediately, proceed with layering, filling, or frosting. For a cake that will be used within the week, wrap it in plastic and store it in a cool, dry place on your counter. For a cake that will be used within three months, wrap it in plastic and store it in the freezer. Make a basic vanilla buttercream frosting. There are many different types of frostings, icings, and glazes you can use to finish your butter cake, and a vanilla buttercream is a common and delicious choice. To make this frosting: Place 1 cup (225 g) of softened butter in a mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on medium for about three minutes. Working in 1/2-cup increments, add 3 to 4 cups (345 to 460 g) of confectioner's sugar (add closer to 4 cups for a firmer icing). When all the sugar has been incorporated, turn the beaters to high and mix for 10 seconds. Add a pinch of salt and 2 teaspoons (12 ml) vanilla. Beat until incorporated. Beat in 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 45 ml) of milk or cream until the frosting reaches the desired consistency. Try a brown butter frosting. This is a variation on a basic buttercream, but the brown butter adds a richness and nuttiness to the frosting. To make this frosting: On medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (85 g) in a small saucepan. Stir constantly until the butter foams, bubbles, and turns a golden color. This will take about four to six minutes. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature. In a mixing bowl, add butter, 3 cups (345 g) confectioner's sugar, and 1 ½ teaspoons (9 ml) vanilla. Beat on medium speed, and slowly add 3 to 4 tablespoons (45 to 60 ml) milk until you achieve the desired consistency. Indulge with a malted chocolate buttercream frosting. Chocolate is another great frosting type for a butter cake, and can add another dimension to the vanilla flavor of the cake. This recipe is similar to a vanilla buttercream, but you add chocolate and malted milk powder to the mix and use less vanilla. In a mixing bowl, add ½ cup (115 g) softened unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon (6 ml) vanilla. Mix on low to combine. Continue mixing, and gradually add in 2 cups (230 g) confectioner's sugar, ½ cup (59 g) cocoa powder, ½ cup (65 g) malted milk powder, and a pinch of salt. One tablespoon (15 ml) at a time, add in 7 tablespoons (105 ml) of milk until the frosting is smooth, light, and spreadable. Go for an orange glaze. Citrus glazes also work well with butter cakes, and they are less rich than a buttercream frosting. You can use any citrus you want, or a combination, including orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit, or any other citrus you prefer. For the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk or beat together 1 cup (115 g) confectioner's sugar, ¼ teaspoon (the zest from a small wedge) orange zest (grated), and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of juice from a freshly squeezed orange. Whisk until all the ingredients are incorporated and you have a smooth icing. Cut your cake. If you made a single round cake or Bundt cake and want to make a layer cake, take a sharp knife and cut the cake in half to separate the top and bottom into two layers. If you baked more than one cake and are going to layer them, don't cut them in half. Chill the layers. Place the cakes in the refrigerator for about an hour before frosting it. This will make the cake stiffer, less delicate, and easier to work with. Frost the top of the bottom layer. Place the bottom layer of cake on a cake plate. With a frosting knife or icing spatula (or a regular butter knife), spread a thin layer of icing on top of the first layer of cake. Refrigerate for 15 minutes before proceeding. If you want to add an extra element to your cake, consider adding a layer of fruit, jam, custard, or ganache on top of the icing. Raspberry, strawberry, and cherry are traditional fruit or jam choices to pair with cake. Add the second cake layer and frost. Carefully place the second layer of cake back on top of the first layer. With your frosting knife, apply a thin layer of frosting to the entire cake. This is called the crumb coat, and it will keep the final decorative layer of frosting clean and crumb free. If you made a Bundt cake, don't forget to frost the inner well along with the outside of the cake. Refrigerate the cake for 20 to 30 minutes before applying the final layer of frosting. If you are using a glaze, drizzle glaze evenly over the top of the cake one spoonful at a time. Allow the glaze to drip down over the sides of the cake. Add the final layer of frosting. Apply a thicker and even layer of frosting over the entire crumb coat. Use the back of the spatula or knife to even out the frosting and make the surface as smooth as possible. For an added touch, sprinkle the top with fruit, coconut flakes, cocoa powder, or citrus zest. Serve immediately, or cover with a lid until you're ready to eat. Finished.
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Assemble your supplies. Preheat your oven and prepare your pan. Cream together the butter and sugar. Beat in the eggs. Beat in the flour, salt, and baking soda. Add the milk and vanilla. Pour the batter into the cake pan. Bake the cake for 25 to 30 minutes. Allow the cake to cool. Frost or store the cake. Make a basic vanilla buttercream frosting. Try a brown butter frosting. Indulge with a malted chocolate buttercream frosting. Go for an orange glaze. Cut your cake. Chill the layers. Frost the top of the bottom layer. Add the second cake layer and frost. Add the final layer of frosting. Finished.
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How to Repair Hardwood Flooring
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Before repairing your hardwood flooring, first make it easier to remove the damaged board by drilling three holes into both ends of the board with a 1-inch spade bit attached to an electric drill. Using a circular saw set to a cutting depth of ⅛ inch, run relief cuts connecting the holes on each side of the board. Next, you'll grab a chisel, insert the end into the cuts and push down on the handle to pry the board up from the floor. Once you've lifted out all the pieces of the board, cut a replacement board to size and cover the subfloor in just enough wood glue to keep the new board in place. Finally, you should fit the replacement board into the grooves on the edge of the board next to it, tap it in with a rubber mallet, and let it dry for 24 hours.
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Wear the proper safety equipment. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection when working with drills and saws. You should also wear a respirator and work in a well-ventilated area. Remove any hanging jewelry or baggy clothing as well. Always read the instruction manual before using power tools. Drill 3 holes into both ends of the damaged board. Use a 1 inch (2.5 cm)-diameter spade bit attached to an electric drill to make 3 holes into each end of the board. Space each hole so that they are parallel with each other. Drill the holes ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) deep so that you don't drill into the subfloor under your hardwood flooring. These relief holes make it easier to pull up damaged boards without damaging other boards around them. You should have a total of 6 holes in your damaged board. Cut down the length of the board to create relief cuts. Set a circular saw to a cutting depth of ⁄ 8 inch (0.32 cm) so that you don't cut through the subfloor under your hardwood flooring. Position the circular saw over one of the holes that you drilled. Hold the saw by the handle and press the trigger to engage the blade. Push the saw down the length of the board until you reach the hole on the opposite end of the board. Repeat this process on all of the holes you drilled. If you don't have a circular saw, you can rent one from a hardware store. These relief cuts will make it easier to pull out the boards. You should have 3 cuts that run down the length of the board once you're done. Refer to the instruction manual that came with the circular saw if you're unsure how to set the cutting depth. You can also find directions on how to set the cutting depth for your particular saw on the manufacturer's website. Chisel around the edges of the board to create straight edges. Position the flat end of the chisel against the round edges of the holes that you drilled. Hit the top of the chisel with a hammer to create straight edges around the holes. The board should lift up fairly easily once you've chiseled both of the short ends of the board. Be careful when using the chisel so that you don't destroy the tongue or groove of the boards next to the one you're trying to remove. Pry the boards up with the chisel. Wedge the flat end of the chisel into the cut that you made with the saw. Push down on the handle or hit the handle with a hammer to pry the board up and loosen it from the floor. If there are pieces still stuck on the floor, use the chisel to pry them up from the subfloor. Remove the damaged board as cleanly as you can. Avoid tearing or ripping pieces out. Pull up the rest of the damaged boards. Repeat the process on all of the boards that are damaged. Clean up the sawdust and debris with a shop vac once you've lifted up all of the damaged boards that you want to replace. Purchase replacement boards. Use any leftover boards from the initial installation as replacement boards. If you don't have any leftover boards, you'll have to take the damaged board to a hardware store and try to find the same kind of flooring. Purchase enough wooden boards to replace the ones that are damaged. If you know the dimensions and material of your flooring, you can also purchase it online. Cut your replacement board to fit the empty space, if necessary. If the damaged board was cut to fit the space, you'll have to cut the new board to the same size. Measure the empty space with a tape measure and use a circular saw or table saw to cut the replacement board so that it fits in the empty space. If you have boards that are the same size as your previous boards, cutting may not be required. Squeeze wood glue on top of the subfloor. Purchase wood glue from a hardware store or online. Squeeze the tube in a squiggly motion over the top of the subfloor. The glue should cover the subfloor, but shouldn't bust out of the sides of the new floor when you lay down new boards. The glue will keep the replacement board in place. Work on one board at a time or the glue may dry before you lay the boards down. Fit the groove into the tongue of the existing board. Push the small extruding portion on the edge of the new board into the groove in the existing board on the floor. Press down on the new board to adhere it to the subfloor. Tap the board into place with a rubber mallet to ensure that there are no empty spaces around the new board. Make sure that there is no space between the new board and old boards before moving onto the next replacement board. Let the glue dry overnight. Take a final look at the replacement boards and make any final adjustments to them before they dry. Don't walk on top of the new boards for 24 hours so that the glue can fully dry and the new boards can set in place. Pour a small amount of water on the floor to see if it needs refinishing. See whether the boards absorb the water that you pour on them. If the water pools on top of the floor, it's likely that your floor just needs to be cleaned. If the water droplets are absorbed by the boards, it means that the finish has worn off and that your floors should be refinished. Wipe the floor dry after you conduct this test. Test different sections of the floor to see if the finish has worn off on any part of the floor. Clear the room of furniture and cover all fixtures. Sanding the floors will create a lot of sawdust which will get on furniture and fixtures in the room. Move carpets, drapes, furniture, and accessories into another room. Use plastic tarps purchased from a hardware store to cover things that can't be moved, like permanent light fixtures, vents, and fireplaces. If you don't have plastic tarps, use old sheets. Sweep and clean the floors with a liquid floor cleaner. Before you start sanding, it's important that your floors are free of dirt and debris. Sweep up all the dust from the floor with a broom and dustpan. Mix a couple of drops of liquid floor cleaner in a bucket of water and wash down the hardwood with a mop. If you don't have hardwood floor cleaner, you can also use dish soap and water. Buff the floors with a buffing machine. Rent or purchase a buffing machine from a hardware store. Start in one section of the room and swing the buffer left to right, going over each area of floor 2-3 times. Move the buffer down the length of the floor and then work your way back up the room, overlapping the initial buffing 2–3 inches (5.1–7.6 cm). Continue to do this until you've buffed the entire floor. Buffing the old finish will turn it into powder, so you'll know which areas you've already gone over. Buffing the hardwood will smooth the floor and will help the polyurethane adhere to it. Vacuum the floor. After you buff the floor, a layer of dust will be on the hardwood. Use a shop vac to remove all of the sawdust from the floor. Wipe down the floor with mineral spirits. Dampen a rag with mineral spirits and wipe down the floor with the rag in a circular motion until the entire floor has been covered. This will completely clean your floor and ensure that all dust and dirt particles have been picked up. Let the spirits dry for 15-30 minutes before you start applying the finish. Cleaning with mineral spirits will help the finish adhere to the floor. Apply a layer of the polyurethane to the floor. Mix the polyurethane finish with a wooden stick according to the directions. Dip an applicator or brush into the polyurethane and start painting the finish onto the floor, starting in the corner of the room furthest from the door. Lay down a single layer of the finish with a brush or applicator in long broad strokes. Continue painting the finish onto the wooden floor until you've applied a single layer to the entire floor. Work in a well-ventilated area and wear a ventilation mask when working with polyurethane. Water-based polyurethane is more durable than oil-based polyurethane and initially has a milky appearance before it dries clear. Oil-based polyurethane has a yellow hue that darkens over time and dries slower than water-based polyurethane. Let the finish dry for 4-8 hours. Water-based polyurethane will take around 4 hours to dry before you can apply a second coat. Oil-based variations typically take around 8 hours to dry. Look on the polyurethane label to determine the exact drying time for what you're using. If you have pets, remember to lock them in a room so that they don't walk over your newly applied finish. Use fans to quicken the drying process. Apply a second coat of polyurethane. Dip your brush or applicator into the polyurethane and apply the finish towards the grain. Start in the same corner of the room that you started in when you applied the first coat and start painting the corners of the room before working your way towards the door. Avoid walking on the floor for 24 hours. Once the finish dries, the floor should not feel tacky or wet. Don't walk over the finish or you will create bumps and unevenness in the floor. Once the finish completely dries, your floor will have a layer of finish that will protect it from scuffs and scratches. Sweep and clean the floor with soap and water. Lift up all of the dust and dirt from the floor with a broom before you mop it down. Then, mix a drop of mild dish soap with warm water in a bucket or bowl. Dip a sponge or mop into the bucket or bowl and wipe down the floor thoroughly. This will clean the area and will prevent you from trapping dirt under any filler that you put on the surface of the floor. Sweep the crevices in between the floorboards with the broom to lift up any dirt or debris from within the cracks in the floor. Let the floor air dry or wipe it down with a clean rag or sponge. Sweep and mop the floor at least once a week to properly maintain it. Wipe down minor scratches with apple cider vinegar and olive oil. Mix equal portions of apple cider vinegar and olive oil into a bowl or cup. Dab the tip of a rag in the solution and wipe the rag over the scratches on your floor. Let the solution dry for 1-2 hours before walking on the floor. This natural solution will remove light scratches created by a pet or normal wear and tear. Darken light scratches with a blending pencil or stain filler. Match the color of the blending pencil with the tone of your hardwood floors. Pop the cap of the pencil off and fill in the scratches to match the tone of the hardwood. If you're using stain filler, dip the end of a cotton swab in the filler and fill in the scratches on the floor. This will conceal the appearance of scratches. You can purchase blending pencils and stain filler online or at hardware stores. Squeeze wood filler into deep cracks. You can purchase wood filler at a hardware store or online. Squeeze the tube of wood filler into the crack that you want to fix and smooth it over with a rag. Slide an expired credit card or putty knife against the surface of the floor to remove any excess filler that may squeeze out of the sides of the boards. Let the filler dry for 24 hours before walking on your floors. Wood filler is a better solution for cracks that are deeper than 1 inch (2.5 cm) rather than superficial scratches. You can darken the wood filler with a blending pencil or stain filler once it has dried. Use area rugs and doormats to prevent scratches from occurring. Encourage people to wipe their shoes off on rugs and doormats to prevent dirt and small stones from getting onto the surface of your floor and scratching it. Lay down area rugs in places that experience high foot traffic to reduce the wear and tear on your hardwood floors.
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Wear the proper safety equipment. Drill 3 holes into both ends of the damaged board. Cut down the length of the board to create relief cuts. Chisel around the edges of the board to create straight edges. Pry the boards up with the chisel. Pull up the rest of the damaged boards. Purchase replacement boards. Cut your replacement board to fit the empty space, if necessary. Squeeze wood glue on top of the subfloor. Fit the groove into the tongue of the existing board. Let the glue dry overnight. Pour a small amount of water on the floor to see if it needs refinishing. Clear the room of furniture and cover all fixtures. Sweep and clean the floors with a liquid floor cleaner. Buff the floors with a buffing machine. Vacuum the floor. Wipe down the floor with mineral spirits. Apply a layer of the polyurethane to the floor. Let the finish dry for 4-8 hours. Apply a second coat of polyurethane. Avoid walking on the floor for 24 hours. Sweep and clean the floor with soap and water. Wipe down minor scratches with apple cider vinegar and olive oil. Darken light scratches with a blending pencil or stain filler. Squeeze wood filler into deep cracks. Use area rugs and doormats to prevent scratches from occurring.
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How to Find Homes in Foreclosure
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To find homes in foreclosure, search for properties online using reputable real estate databases, like Zillow. Additionally, search for bank foreclosures by using the bank's name, followed by “REO,” which means “Real Estate Owned.” Alternatively, look for government foreclosures on the U.S. Treasury and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development websites. You can also look up names of legitimate auctioneers by checking out the legal notices in your local newspaper. Then, go to their websites to see their listings.
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Find legitimate auctioneers. A legitimate auctioneer will sell properties on the courthouse steps. You can find their names by looking at the legal notices in your local newspaper. Once you have the names of some auctioneers, you can search their websites to see their listings. Some of the largest auctioneers are Williams and Williams, Hudson and Marshall, and REDC (Real Estate Disposition Corporation). Search bank websites. Banks will often showcase foreclosed homes on their websites. You can search for the bank name and “REO,” which means “Real Estate Owned.” Scroll through the listings. Search Zillow.com. Zillow is a legitimate website that lists foreclosed properties. You can filter your search so that you zero in on foreclosed properties. Use other websites carefully. Many websites will charge a fee for you to use their services. Since you can find foreclosures for free, there isn't much reason to pay to access listings. Some sites, such as RealtyTrac, offer a one-week free trial, after which you must pay for a subscription. Find government foreclosures. Many different government agencies will seize homes. You can often find properties or auctions listed on their websites. Consider the following: The U.S. Treasury seizes homes when people don't pay their taxes. These homes are listed at https://www.treasury.gov/auctions/treasury/rp/. Fannie Mae sells REO properties, which you can find on their website at https://www.homepath.com/. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sells foreclosed homes, which you can find at https://www.hudhomestore.com/Home/Index.aspx. Drive through neighborhoods. Sometimes, foreclosed properties are advertised with a sign on the front lawn, which says the property is bank-owned or in foreclosure. An agent should be listed on the sign, so you should take down their contact information. Hire a real estate agent. An agent can search the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) for foreclosed properties. Ideally, they should have substantial experience with foreclosures. You can find agents listed in the phone book or online. Call them up and ask about their experience with foreclosures. Meet with your agent and discuss your ideal neighborhood, as well as the amount you are willing to spend. Your agent can notify you as new foreclosures come on the market. Check if you can get financing. Many auctions require that you pay cash for the foreclosed property on the same day you buy it. If you can't come up with that kind of cash, then you might want to skip buying a foreclosure at auction. If you buy a bank-owned home, you might be able to use a mortgage. However, many lenders won't extend a loan if you intend to buy a foreclosed property. The only lending available might be non-traditional loans, which come with higher interest rates. Understand the risks. Foreclosed properties are often in terrible shape. Typically, they have been sitting empty without any repairs for years. It's not uncommon for there to be mold, broken pipes, or roach infestations. Some owners even trash their homes on the way out. All of these problems can be avoided if you're allowed to inspect the property before buying. However, an inspection isn't always possible. Foreclosed homes are also usually sold “as is.” This means the bank makes no warranties about the home. You are on the hook for all upkeep. Determine the importance of price. The primary benefit of buying a foreclosure is that you can often get them cheaply. Foreclosures are typically available at every price point—starter home, luxury, etc. However, if getting a rock bottom price isn't that important to you, you might seek the safety of a traditional listing. Also, many traditional listings are competitively priced, so don't overlook those. Look at inventory. As the economy has improved, the number of foreclosures has decreased significantly. The fewer foreclosures on the market, the more intense the bidding. You might not be able to find any property in your ideal neighborhood, or you might attend multiple auctions but never win. If the economy tanks again, more homes will come back onto the market. Until then, however, you might be spending a lot of time trying to get a foreclosed property without much success. Watch out for fake auctioneers. Anyone can call themselves an auctioneer and advertise that they are selling properties. However, they might not be legitimate, and they might not even have permission to auction the property. Thoroughly research the auctioneer. Look for online reviews or other complaints. You can also check the Better Business Bureau in the city where the auctioneer has their principal place of business. Look for complaints about fraud or deception. Try to get an inspection. You can minimize your risks by insisting on an inspection of a property before buying it. Hire an inspector and make sure to visit the property at the same time so that you can ask questions about the house. For example, you might want to know the condition of the roof or the basement. A home inspection will cost about $300 to 500, but it could save you thousands. Research the property. When you buy a foreclosure, you inherit all of the unpaid tax obligations and liens on the property. For these reasons, you should go to the county land records office and look at the deed. See if there are any liens listed on the property or any tax exemptions the title insurance does not cover. The bank may allow a contingency if the home is sold through an MLS listing. You might also want to pay for a comprehensive title search on the property. Contact a title insurance company. Keep in mind that if you purchase a home sold through a sheriff's sale, then the owner could potentially buy it back by paying what they owe. This means that you could end up losing the house you just bought. Check to see if this is the case before placing a bid on a home.
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Find legitimate auctioneers. Search bank websites. Search Zillow.com. Use other websites carefully. Find government foreclosures. Drive through neighborhoods. Hire a real estate agent. Check if you can get financing. Understand the risks. Determine the importance of price. Look at inventory. Watch out for fake auctioneers. Try to get an inspection. Research the property.
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How to Saute Morel Mushrooms
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Before sautéing morel mushrooms, wipe the mushrooms with a soft brush or damp cloth to clean off any dirt. Don't rinse them or they may get a soggy texture. Then, slice the mushrooms in half lengthwise and remove any dirt or insects you may have missed before. Next, wipe down each mushroom with a damp paper towel, toss it in flour, and set it aside. When all of the mushrooms are coated, saute them in butter for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are golden brown.
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Soak dried mushrooms. Cut up dried mushrooms first, if desired, so that they will rehydrate faster. Place the mushrooms into a bowl of lukewarm water. Let them soak for at least fifteen minutes, checking them occasionally. Strain them through a sieve once finished. The mushrooms are ready when they feel soft and pliable, and don't split easily when you bend them. If you want to save the soaking water, you can use it as a base for soup or sauce. Run the water through a coffee filter to remove any dirt. Clean fresh mushrooms. Wipe the mushrooms with a soft brush or damp cloth to clean off dirt. Avoid washing them unless you can't remove debris otherwise. If necessary, rinse them lightly and quickly, then pat them dry. If you see signs of insects, you can let the mushrooms sit in a bowl of salted water for at least fifteen minutes. Washing morel mushrooms can result in soggy texture. Slice the mushrooms. Cut the mushrooms lengthwise. Inspect them for any dirt or insects you may have missed (wipe them down again, if needed). Trim off the ends, as needed. Morel mushrooms are typically sauteed cut in half, but you can cut them in quarters or dice them, if desired. Don't wash the mushrooms before refrigerating them, or they will absorb too much water and can deteriorate. Toss the mushrooms in flour. Place a bowl of flour on your work surface. Wipe a mushroom with a damp paper towel. Coat the mushroom with flour by dipping and rolling it in the bowl. Set the coated mushroom aside. Repeat this for each mushroom. Add mushrooms to a skillet with melted butter. Place a skillet over medium heat. Add butter or margarine and allow it to melt. Then pour in the mushrooms. Sautee the mushrooms for three to four minutes. Occasionally stir them gently as they cook. The mushrooms are done when they are golden brown in color. Serve the mushrooms and store the leftovers. Morel mushrooms pair well with red meat like venison, steak, bison and antelope. They also blend nicely with chicken and rice or a creamy pasta. If you have any leftovers, refrigerate or freeze them. Refrigerate cooked mushrooms no more than two hours after cooking them. Place them in shallow, airtight containers or sealable plastic bags for up to three to five days. If it's past three days, look at them and smell them, and if you notice anything off, dispose of them. To freeze cooked morels, place them on a cookie sheet in the freezer and wait until they're frozen. Then transfer them to a sealable plastic bag. You can freeze them as long as you like, but for the best flavor eat them within ten to twelve months. Reheat morel mushrooms under the broiler in your oven until they are crisped and heated throughout. Heat oil in a skillet. Pour oil into a skillet and set the heat to high. Wait until the oil begins to shimmer. Add the mushrooms. Pour the mushrooms onto the hot oil. Stir the mushrooms and toss them occasionally. Cook them for about four minutes, or until they are well-browned. Leave the heat on high unless the oil begins to pop, in which case turn it down a bit so that it doesn't spatter. Add minced shallots and garlic. Reduce the heat to medium-high. Cook the vegetables for about forty-five seconds. Stir constantly, until the ingredients become fragrant. Add butter and the liquid ingredients. Pour in the soy sauce, chicken stock or water, and lemon juice. Cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until the liquid thickens to a creamy sauce that coats the morels (about a minute). Season the mushrooms. Remove the pan from heat. Stir in minced herbs of your choosing. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve the mushrooms as soon as they are cool enough to eat. For example, you may want to use minced chives, parsley or chervil. Refrigerate or freeze any leftovers. Refrigerate the mushrooms no more than two hours after cooking them. Use shallow, airtight containers or sealable plastic bags to store them in the refrigerator for up to three to five days. Freeze cooked morels by placing them on a cookie sheet in the freezer. Once they're frozen, transfer them to a sealable plastic bag. Reheat morel mushrooms under the broiler in your oven until they're crisped and heated throughout. If the morels have been refrigerated for over three days, look at them and smell them, and if you notice anything off, don't eat them. You can freeze morels as long as you like, but for the best flavor eat them within ten to twelve months. Acquire morel mushrooms in-season. Morel mushrooms can be found across the US, but are most plentiful in the midwest. Their peak season is short, and the timing depends on your region and the temperature. Thus, for accuracy, check the overnight and daytime temperatures to find out when morel mushrooms are in season in your region, particularly if you plan to look for them growing wild. These mushrooms grow when the overnight low temperature is above 60 °F (16 °C) for at least three nights in a row, and will continue growing until the daytime high temperature reaches 80 °F (27 °C) to 84 °F (29 °C) or higher for three consecutive days. For example, in the midwest peak season is the last week in April through the first week in May. In Alaska, peak season is mid-June to late July. In other areas, morel mushrooms may be found as early as March. Purchase morel mushrooms online or at a farmer’s market. Expect a hefty price, since morel mushrooms are a delicacy with a short growing season. However, purchasing them is generally safer and easier than hunting them down on your own. You can find dried morel mushrooms year-round, although they taste best fresh. For example, an ounce (30 g) of dried mushrooms costs about $35.95. Three ounces of dried mushrooms is the equivalent of about a pound (450 g) of fresh mushrooms. Fresh morel mushrooms typically cost between $30 to $75 a pound (450 g). Pick morel mushrooms yourself, at your own risk. Some species of mushrooms resemble morel mushrooms, so be careful and don't pick them if you're not sure. Bring an experienced person with you if you're new to picking mushrooms. Take a nylon mesh bag along to store the mushrooms in. Look in places where morel mushrooms typically grow. Morel mushrooms particularly like to grow near certain types of trees: cottonwood, ash, tulip poplars, oak, dead elm trees, and in fruit orchards that aren't well maintained. Try checking in forests with rich soil, slopes that face south, and near riverbeds. Consult with at least two field guides to verify that mushrooms are edible before eating them. Then eat just a small bit and wait a full 24 hours to make sure there are no negative effects before you eat larger amounts. Refrigerate fresh, unwashed mushrooms for two to three days. For the best taste, cook fresh mushrooms as soon as possible. If you must refrigerate them, wrap them in waxed paper or a paper bag. Refrigerate them between 34 °F (1 °C) to 35 °F (2 °C). Don't refrigerate morel mushrooms in plastic bags, which can cause deterioration.
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Soak dried mushrooms. Clean fresh mushrooms. Slice the mushrooms. Toss the mushrooms in flour. Add mushrooms to a skillet with melted butter. Sautee the mushrooms for three to four minutes. Serve the mushrooms and store the leftovers. Heat oil in a skillet. Add the mushrooms. Add minced shallots and garlic. Add butter and the liquid ingredients. Season the mushrooms. Refrigerate or freeze any leftovers. Acquire morel mushrooms in-season. Purchase morel mushrooms online or at a farmer’s market. Pick morel mushrooms yourself, at your own risk. Refrigerate fresh, unwashed mushrooms for two to three days.
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How to Do a Deep Side Part
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Doing a deep side part is a great way to add some volume to your hairstyle. Take a corner of a comb and drag it through your hair where you want the part to lie. It's best to line the part up with the highest part of your eyebrow, which will help frame your face. If you haven't done a side part before, you may want to test the part out on both sides of your head to see which side you like best. If you want a more natural-looking part, you can skip the comb and just flip your hair over on one side to create a messier part.
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Go a little farther than you normally do. If you normally part your hair on the side, go a little deeper than you normally would. To keep it in place while you work on your hair, you can use a clip on the side with more hair, away from the roots. Line it up. A deep hair part should line up with the highest point of your eyebrow. Doing so will make the look seem more sophisticated and clean. Just use a comb to help you see where the part should go, starting from the highest point of your eyebrow arch. You can take the part a little further down for an edgier look. Try both sides. No one is perfectly symmetrical. Therefore, make sure to try the part out on each side of your head. You may find that one side looks better than the other, or you may find that both look equally good. Either way, you have that information for the future. Use a comb for a straight part. To get a straight line in your part, use a comb to make the part. Take the corner of the comb and drag it up through your hair in a straight line, then split your hair to either side based on where you drew the line. You may need to go over it again. Flip your hair for a more natural part. While a straight-line part can look lovely, you can also take a messier approach. After you've dried and styled in your hair, simply flip up your hair from the side you choose. This technique creates a rounded crown of hair on top of your head, as well as the messier part. Let your hair fall across your face. If your face is round, letting the hair come partway across your face. In other words, with a down-do, don't just sweep your hair back or behind your ear. Let it frame your face. Doing so gives your face more definition. Use it to create more volume. A deep side part naturally gives your hair more volume because you're piling more than half your hair across the top of your head. Therefore, if you're looking for a large and luscious look, a deep side part is a good call. Use it to soften certain face shapes. Some stylists think that a deep side part works especially well with certain face shapes. For instance, it works well with a round face because it helps elongate your face. Also, a side part that doesn't go too far will work well with a square face. Nonetheless, nearly every one can wear a side part. Try it on long or short hair. The deep side part works with most hair lengths. Therefore, if you've thought this look wouldn't be right for you, try it to see how it looks. You may be surprised how good it looks on your hair length. However, keep in mind that you want volume on top of your head with long hair but less volume with short hair. Too much volume on top on short hair can make you look off-balance. Also, with short hair, adjust your part according to your layers. If you have lots of short layers up near your face, don't make your part as deep. Try alternating curls. One look you can do with a deep side part is to alternate curls. Using a medium to large curling iron, curl the first small section of hair towards your face. With the next section, curl away from your face. That creates a nice wave with your curls. Straighten your hair before you finish your look. Another option is to straighten your hair. A deep side part works equally well with curly or straight hair. After you've figured out where your part will be, use a straightening iron to smooth out your hair in small sections. You might want to use a protective spray beforehand to keep your hair from being damaged. Create a look with extra volume. Start with volumizing spray while your hair is still wet, but concentrate it on the roots. Use a blow dryer to dry off your hair, but as you do, lift up your hair from the roots, so it dries a bit lifted. Make sure to part your hair as it gets close to being dry, then use the blow dryer to dry it into place. You're creating more texture up top so it doesn't look like you just combed your hair over. Try an edgy twist. Another option is to twist or pull part of your hair back. On the side with less hair, pull back most of the hair. You can now twist it or just leave it straight. Pin it in place at the nape of your neck with bobby pins. Try criss-crossing the bobby pins to help them stay in place. Don't forget to use a product. When you're parting your hair deeply, you may need to use a hair product to help keep it in place. You can lightly spray your hair with hair spray, for instance, or use a lightweight styling gel. Either way, adding a little product will help keep your hairdo looking nice all day or night.
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Go a little farther than you normally do. Line it up. Try both sides. Use a comb for a straight part. Flip your hair for a more natural part. Let your hair fall across your face. Use it to create more volume. Use it to soften certain face shapes. Try it on long or short hair. Try alternating curls. Straighten your hair before you finish your look. Create a look with extra volume. Try an edgy twist. Don't forget to use a product.
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How to Get Oily Ear Drops Off a Dog's Fur
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To get oily ear drops off your dog's fur, try sprinkling cornstarch on the area, rubbing it in with your fingers, and brushing it out after a few minutes. Alternatively, dampen the oily area with water, put dish soap on it, and lather it up. After a few minutes, rinse the soap off with warm water. For difficult oily patches, try brushing the oil out of your dog's fur with a dog brush. If the fur is clumped together, trim away the oily patches with scissors.
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Sprinkle cornstarch on the oily area. The oily ear drops need something to absorb the oil from the fur. Cornstarch is a good medium that can help absorb the oil. Sprinkle a light coating of cornstarch over the affected area. Rub it into the fur with your fingers, spreading it all around. Leave it on the coat for a few minutes. You can brush out the fur with the cornstarch or give your dog a bath. You can also use flour instead of cornstarch. Treat the area with dish soap. Dish soap can help remove oil from a dog's coat. Place your dog in the tub and dampen the oily area with water. Then put dish soap, such as Dawn, on the oily patch of fur. Lather the soap, let it stay on the fur a few minutes, and wash that area. Rinse the soap away with warm water. If your dog has an ear infection, avoid washing around its ears. Be careful not to get water or soap into its ears, as this could worsen the infection or wash out the medicine. Use a commercial pet degreaser. If you don't want to use dish soap, or your pet is allergic, you can instead use a degreaser formulated specifically for dogs. Dampen the oily patch of fur, coat it with degreaser, and then rub it into a lather. Let it sit on the fur for a few minutes before rinsing away. You can buy degreasers at pet stores or online. Brush your dog’s fur. Brushing your dog's oily fur can help remove any debris or particles that got caught in the oily patches of hair. Use a dog brush to gently brush the section of oily fur. Focus on loosening or breaking apart anything that has gotten into the fur. Trim the oily fur. If you can't remove the oily drops from the fur, you can trim away any oily parts that are clumped together. Use small scissors or clippers designed for dog fur. Don't cut the fur back completely. Instead, snip the oily parts away. Give your dog a bath. Sometimes, a bath with your dog's normal shampoo will remove the small amount of oily eardrops on their fur. Put the dog in the tub, wet their fur with warm water, and lather the dog shampoo into their fur. Rinse away completely before letting them get out of the tub. If you don't want to wash all of your dog's fur, try just washing the oily patch with dog shampoo. Have someone hold the dog steady. Keeping your dog still and calm while applying eardrops can help you avoid getting oil on their fur. Have someone help you by holding the dog if possible. If there is no one to help you, lay the dog on a secure surface and wrap an arm around them to keep them from moving. Apply the medication to the ear. Aim the nozzle of the medication directly at the ear canal. Squeeze the proper amount of medication into the dog's ear, making sure to keep the nozzle aimed. If the nozzle is not pointed at the ear canal, the drops could get on the fur. Don't let the nozzle touch the ear because this could spread the infection. Massage the medicine into the dog's ear. To keep the medicine from running out of the ear, massage the base of the ear to work it through the ear. Let the dog shake its head once, but then keep them calm and from shaking their head too much. Use a piece of tissue to wipe up any of the drops that leak out as soon as you see them.
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Sprinkle cornstarch on the oily area. Treat the area with dish soap. Use a commercial pet degreaser. Brush your dog’s fur. Trim the oily fur. Give your dog a bath. Have someone hold the dog steady. Apply the medication to the ear. Massage the medicine into the dog's ear.
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How to Write Murder Mysteries
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To write a murder mystery, start by deciding on a setting for your story, including the location, year, climate, and mood. Next, plot your story arc, which includes the introduction, the surprises that complicate the story, the critical choice the main character must make, and the resolution. Then, create a detailed outline with physical, verbal, and thematic clues that you plan to leave for your reader. After you have a good idea of what your story will look like, work on developing your characters and their motives.
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Decide on a setting for your story. The setting doesn't necessarily have to come first, but if you have a general idea of what you want your story to be, you also need a setting. Setting includes the location, the date, the time of year, the geography, and even the climate and mood. Think about the mood you want to create for your story. The setting partially creates that mood for you. For instance, a murder-mystery set in 1920s Galveston, TX during an approaching hurricane is going to be very different from a murder-mystery set in Chicago in present day or Edinburgh in the 18th century. As another example, the Sherlock Holmes' stories take much of their darkness and mood from the time period (Victorian and Edwardian era) and the foggy London setting. Plot your story arc. The story arc is how the plot progresses throughout the novel. Typically, you go through 8 stages: stasis, trigger, the quest, surprise, critical choice, climax, reversal, and resolution. Stasis is normal everyday life. You could start with the normal life of the detective, a witness, or whoever's point of view you're using. The trigger is the event that sets off the quest, which is often the murder in a murder mystery. The surprise is the twists and turns, the complications that keep the story going. In a murder mystery, that may be things like new evidence, new motives coming to light, or trouble finding a suspect. The critical choice is the main crux of the protagonist's story. It's where they must decide how they will act to complete the story, and it often involves choosing a hard path. It is a character-defining moment. This choice typically leads to the climax, the place where the action and tension comes to a head, such as the point where the detective is in the active process of capturing the suspect. The reversal and resolution show how the characters have changed and what the new "normal" looks like. Make intrigue the focus of your story. You want to keep the reader guessing throughout the novel. You can start out simply with a corpse and detectives on scene to investigate, but a more interesting story will leave the reader questioning what is going on right from the start. Set up an unlikely scenario. For instance, one novelist set up a story where a woman changes her will, forgoing her children and leaving everything to a dying man. Soon, a person is murdered. This setup is so unusual that it leaves the reader wanting more. Make an outline of where you want the story to go. Once you figure out the basic arc, try making a detailed outline of the story. Go chapter by chapter, and write in a brief description of what will happen. That will make it easier to write when the time comes. For example, you might write, "Chapter 1: Introduce the protagonist, the detective Rebecca Newport. Begin in her home, where she is getting ready for work. She gets a phone call that calls her in early, which she quickly learns is a homicide." Create the physical, verbal, and thematic clues for your reader. Clues basically fall into 3 categories: physical clues, verbal clues, and thematic clues. Physical clues are things like blood droplets, DNA analysis, and footprints. Verbal clues are the things that are said between characters, while thematic clues are things like an ominous setting when the killer appears or dressing the villain in black. You can use clues in 2 ways. Immediate clues are things like the killer dropping a piece of jewelry on the way out, which may or may not be noticed by the reader. A future clue is something like DNA analysis, which the reader can't learn about until the detective does. There's also a difference in the level of subtlety. Some clues are very obvious, such as a gun left at the scene. Others are more subtle, such as the victim wearing purple, which turns out to help solve the crime. You don't need to write all of your clues ahead of time, but you should decide on some key points so you can work them in throughout your novel. You don't want to shove them all into a single scene. Become an expert in your story's focus. To make your reader believe what you're writing, you have to know what you're talking about. If you want to write about a murder connected to Japanese tea ceremonies, you better know all the exacting details of the ceremony. You can research on the internet, but don't forget to make use of other resources, such as your local library. Research can take you a long way, but experience is often even better. For instance, try attending a tea ceremony if you can. Create a character sheet for each character. To help you keep things straight, it can be beneficial to make a page for every main character in the story. You can write down things like the character's physical description, their backstory (what happened before the novel), their education level and job, and their personalities. You can also include things like their quirks and idiosyncrasies. Having these pages to refer back to will help you keep the details straight while you're writing. Make your characters empathetic, not necessarily likeable. "Likeable" characters tend to be goody-goodies without much depth. To create whole, interesting characters, they need flaws and weaknesses, while still allowing the reader to connect with them. For flaws, maybe a character is always late, hates their mother, or doesn't get along with their colleagues. If you need examples, think about people you know or you've met in the past. You can make the characters empathetic in a number of ways. They can be having financial problems or be the victim in the story. You can display them being selfless, even when they act with self-interest at other times, such as having a killer who fawns over their cat. For instance, Sherlock Holmes isn't necessarily likeable. However, he's interesting, and readers find him empathetic because he is very intelligent and good at what he does. Include a variety of suspects. Typically, you don't want to point to just a single person in your story as the suspect. Where's the mystery in that? Instead, you should include a variety of people who could be suspects, as many as 5 or 6. Variety will keep things more interesting, as well as keep your readers guessing. Figure out your suspects' motives. Each potential suspect should have a different motive for killing the victim, and each one should be as plausible as the next. Otherwise, the writing can seem a bit flat. For instance, you don't want every suspect's motive to be killing the person for money. Instead, you could have one person's motive be they want to keep a secret quiet, another person's be they want the victim's money, while a third suspect's motive could be they were jealous of an affair the victim was having. Make the murderer believable. The person you finally choose to be your culprit should be capable of the crime on every level. They must be physically able to do it, as well as emotionally. If they're not, your readers are going to feel cheated. For instance, a feeble older man is not likely capable of picking up a body and dumping it off a bridge, not matter how much adrenaline is pumping through his system. Crawl into the detective's head. Often, a murder mystery follows the detective. Whether you tell the story from the detective's point of view (an intense but slightly skewed view) or from a third-person perspective (which gives you a wider view of the story), you should still know your detective inside and out. Decide things like: Is the detective completely logical, or do they rely on hunches sometimes? Are they very analytical, looking at every detail, or are they better at the big picture? What are their idiosyncrasies? What helps them think properly? Are they caffeine addicts? Do they sleep at their desk? The little details will help the character become more real. For instance, Sherlock Holmes is very logical and doesn't rely on hunches at all. But he's also logical almost to a fault, meaning his relationships often suffer because he doesn't rely on emotions enough. Some of his idiosyncrasies include things like needing another person to bounce ideas off of, playing the violin, and conducting odd experiments to learn more about crime-solving. Set up your victim or victims. You can open the story with the victim already dead, and unspool the details of their life throughout the story. Alternatively, you can introduce the victim in the story as a character, and then move on to the murder. When creating your victim, consider how you want them to contribute to the story. For instance, a likeable victim will immediately set the reader against the killer. However, if the victim was a despicable person, the reader may hold out judgment on the killer. Create a backstory for the victim to help readers care about them. Introduce it slowly through the story. You can even use one of your potential suspects as a victim later on in the story if the murderer kills again. Open with action to draw your reader in. The action could be something dramatic, such as the protagonist in a perilous situation or a glimpse into a later scene in the novel where things are more fast-paced. You could also just use something small to set the hero off on a perilous journey as they are going about their normal routine. Don't forget to also include setting details as you go along, so your reader knows where the story is set. For example, The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown opens with the dramatic death of a Louvre curator, instantly drawing the reader in. Introduce your suspects with interactions and dialogue. One way to introduce your suspects is to have them interact with the victim before the victim dies; the detective will need to witness this introduction. Another option is to have a witness or a connected person name possible suspects to the detective. For instance, the detective may witness the suspect and victim having an argument before the victim dies. Alternatively, maybe the detective asks a neighbor, "Can you think of anyone who had issues with the victim?" The neighbor might say, "Well, let's see. I have seen a young man visiting late at night when her husband was out of town. I suppose he might be involved somehow." Include the crime in the first 3 chapters of the story. A murder mystery is a fast-paced story. It shouldn't drag, so if you haven't introduced your crime by the third chapter, you're probably going to lose readers. Work on realism in your murder scene. As you try your hand at writing a murder mystery, you may realize that you don't actually know that much about killing a person. That's perfectly normal, but you should do some research to make the scene more realistic. For instance, stabbing someone isn't as easy as it sounds. It's actually pretty difficult to force a knife into someone, especially someone who's struggling not to die. Keep in mind that most "amateur" killers are going to make mistakes. They aren't trained to kill, and most people don't even know how to land a killing blow. What that means is things are going to be messy. Put some thought into how someone gets rid of a body. A body is hard to move, plus it's pretty conspicuous. It's also going to leave blood and/or traces of DNA behind, and it will start to smell. Digging a hole takes time, and dumping a body in water could mean it washes back up on shore, for instance. Include the suspect interviews gradually and in different settings. If you have each interview in a police interrogation room, that will bog down the writing. Instead, have the detective interview one at the house where the murder was, one at the police station, one outside on the street as the next-door neighbor, and so on. Give the reader a chance to solve the crime by adding clues throughout the novel. While you can make a fingerprint on a battery in a flashlight appear at the end, that isn't really fair to the reader. Instead, you need to at least show the clue at some point in the story. For instance, you might note that a flashlight was left at the scene, but the outside was wiped clean. Alternatively, you can show the fingerprint being lifted off the battery. Work on misdirection with clues. Clues can point to multiple people at once or to a single person who may seem like the obvious choice for the villain but ends up not being the murderer. This tactic is called misdirection. You show your reader everything, but you point them in the wrong direction. For instance, maybe one of the suspects is a hiker, and there are large hiking boot footprints at the scene. In actuality, perhaps the prints were left by a woman who borrowed her husband's boots. Keep the pace going by sticking to the plot. Throughout the book, you should always leave the reader wanting more, which will keep them turning pages. A murder mystery should be plot-driven, so don't get bogged down in ominous settings and flowery writing. Follow the plot you've laid out so you know where the story is going. Similarly, with each chapter, introduce a new element of the story. At the end of the chapter, leave the reader hanging about what happens next. Maybe you introduce a new clue that points to a different suspect, and the reader has to go on to find out if the clue pans out. Include a twist near the end. A good murder mystery has a twist near the end so that the reader is surprised to find out the ending. The key is the twist shouldn't be so abrupt that it leaves the reader feeling cheated. Rather, it should follow the logic and clues of the story but in an unexpected way. For instance, maybe the clues all along point to the murderer being the only son of a wealthy man since he seems to have the only motive. However, maybe the twist is the man had another child, a daughter, who also stands to inherit from the death; the clues should fit both the son and daughter so the reader doesn't feel cheated. As another example, one famous murder mystery twist is in the Murder on the Orient Express (spoiler alert!). In the end, the reader/viewer learns all the suspects actually conspired to commit the murder, rather than just one of them. Work on the reversal and the resolution after the climax. Once the killer is caught, note how your characters have changed for the worse or better. Then show how they return to normal life. For instance, maybe the detective crosses an ethical line and decides to leave the force. The new "normal" may be the detective finding a new job. Alternatively, maybe the detective is a rookie, and solving the case results in them being promoted.
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Decide on a setting for your story. Plot your story arc. Make intrigue the focus of your story. Make an outline of where you want the story to go. Create the physical, verbal, and thematic clues for your reader. Become an expert in your story's focus. Create a character sheet for each character. Make your characters empathetic, not necessarily likeable. Include a variety of suspects. Figure out your suspects' motives. Make the murderer believable. Crawl into the detective's head. Set up your victim or victims. Open with action to draw your reader in. Introduce your suspects with interactions and dialogue. Include the crime in the first 3 chapters of the story. Work on realism in your murder scene. Include the suspect interviews gradually and in different settings. Give the reader a chance to solve the crime by adding clues throughout the novel. Work on misdirection with clues. Keep the pace going by sticking to the plot. Include a twist near the end. Work on the reversal and the resolution after the climax.
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How to Cook an Omelette
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To cook a filled omelette, beat your eggs with a fork or a whisk, then melt a little butter in a hot skillet. Pour the eggs into the skillet and cook them for several minutes. When the eggs are firm on the bottom, add all of the fillings except for the cheese. When the eggs bubble on top, flip the omelette and let it cook for another 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle the cheese into the center of the omelette, then use the spatula to gently fold the omelette in half. Slide the omelette onto a plate and serve.
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Break the eggs. Crack the eggs one at a time into a bowl. After breaking the eggs, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly to prevent salmonella poisoning. Beat the eggs until the yolks and whites are completely mixed. You can either use a fork or wire whisk to beat the eggs. At this stage you can add salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to the eggs as well. Prepare the ingredients. Eggs cook quickly, so it is best to select and cut up all of your ingredients prior to cooking. First gather the number of eggs you want to cook; most omelettes have 2-4. Next chop your filling into bite-sized pieces and shred some cheese. Some common omelette additions include onions, ham, bell peppers, green onions, spinach, sausage, olives, diced tomatoes, carrots and mushrooms. Use any or all of the ingredients, in a combination of your choice. You can use cheddar cheese, swiss cheese, goat cheese, feta or any other type you like. Start cooking the eggs. Heat some butter in the skillet over medium heat. Pour on the eggs, spreading them evenly with a spatula. Adding a splash of milk or water will help make the eggs a tad fluffy. Add the fillings. While the eggs are firm on the bottom, but still slightly runny on top, sprinkle all of the fillings except for the cheese over the eggs. Continue cooking the omelette until the eggs bubble on top. Flip the omelette. Use a spatula to gently flip the omelette to the other side. Keep cooking for another minute or two, until the omelette is no longer runny. Fold the omelette. Sprinkle the cheese into the center of the omelette, then use the spatula to gently fold the omelette in half over the cheese. Roll your omelette onto a plate. Add cheese. Heat a pat of butter in a small metal skillet. Place the skillet on a burner and turn the heat to medium high. Let the butter melt completely and make sure the pan gets very hot. Don't use a nonstick skillet to make an omelette using this technique. The high heat can cause the nonstick coating to flake off. This method works best with just 2 eggs, but you could add a third if you're quite hungry. Beat and season the eggs. While the butter is melting, put 2 or 3 eggs in a bowl and beat them with a whisk until the yolks and whites are combined. Using more eggs will create an omelette too thick to make with this technique; the egg mixture should spread thinly across the pan you are using. Season the eggs with a little salt and pepper, and sprinkle in chopped chives, oregano, dill, and other herbs to taste. 1/2 teaspoon of each seasons the eggs quite well. Pour the eggs into the pan. Be sure the pan is very hot first; the butter should be sizzling. As soon as the eggs hit the pan they will begin to bubble and cook. Stay close by, since the eggs cook very quickly when you use this technique. Cook the first side for 30 seconds. Flip the omelette. Pick up the pan and quickly move your wrist in a circular motion to flip the omelette to the other side. Be careful not to let the omelette flip out of the pan; use a controlled motion so that it stays centered. This technique can take some practice. The pan should have enough butter so that the omelette easily slides across its surface and flips. Use a spatula to turn the omelette over if you'd prefer not to chance flipping it. Slide the omelette onto a plate. After the second side has cooked for about 20 seconds, slide the omelette onto a plate and use the lip of the pan to fold it over. This quick technique turns out simple, flavorful, perfectly cooked omelettes. Mix the ingredients. Beat the eggs, and mix in the carrot, onions, sesame oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir the combination well. Pour the eggs into a steamer. If you have a bamboo steamer, use that to steam the omelette. If you don't have a steamer, create one using two pots, a large one and a smaller one that fits inside. Fill the larger pot with a few inches of water, and set the smaller pot on top. Put the pots on the stove and turn it to medium heat. Pour the eggs into the smaller pot and put a lid on top. Cook the eggs until they are set. Let the steam cook the eggs for about 10 minutes, or until the top is set. When you jiggle the steamer or the pan, the eggs will move slightly, but they should no longer look wet. Remove the omelette from heat and cut into slices. Serve immediately. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Make sure it's fully hot before you cook the omelette. Mix the ingredients. Beat the eggs in a bowl, then mix in the milk, cheese, ham, parsley, and salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Baked eggs tend to stick, so use butter, oil or cooking spray to grease the baking dish you are using. Pour the egg mixture into the dish. Bake the omelette. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake the omelette until the top is set, about 45 minutes. When you move the pan, the eggs should shake slightly, but they should no longer look wet or runny. Remove the omelette from the oven and serve. Cut the baked omelette into individual wedges for those you are serving. This baked omelette dish is delicious with toast or biscuits.
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Break the eggs. Beat the eggs until the yolks and whites are completely mixed. Prepare the ingredients. Start cooking the eggs. Add the fillings. Flip the omelette. Fold the omelette. Add cheese. Heat a pat of butter in a small metal skillet. Beat and season the eggs. Pour the eggs into the pan. Flip the omelette. Slide the omelette onto a plate. Mix the ingredients. Pour the eggs into a steamer. Cook the eggs until they are set. Remove the omelette from heat and cut into slices. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Mix the ingredients. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Bake the omelette. Remove the omelette from the oven and serve.
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How to Start Making Money Blogging
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To start making money blogging, first build up your readership through quality content. You can also market your blog to by posting relevant comments on related blogs to expose yourself to new readers or write guest posts on other blogs to get your name out there. In addition to using other blogs, try hosting giveaways on your site or use social media links to drive traffic to your blog. Once you have a solid readership, look into placing ads on your blog through a service such as Google's AdSense. Alternatively, sign up for affiliate marketing through sites like Amazon or LinkShare.
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Consider popular blog genres. Blogs fall into various large categories, and considering some of these categories can help you narrow down your interests. Remember: for you to make money, people have to read your blog. Here are some popular blog genres: Personal blogs. Successful personal blogs almost give readers the impression that they know you. They can feel like a lunchtime chat with the blogger, or an insight into their daily life. If you are good at expressing your personality online, this could be a good genre for you. For a good example, see “The Bloggess,” a blog that provides a humorous and entertaining look into the daily life of a woman with social anxiety. Special Interest Blogs. These blogs can offer tips and tricks about your favorite hobby. They can share knowledge about a topic you're passionate about. These work especially well if you have a unique perspective you can bring to your topic. For a good example, see “Curly Nikki,” a blog by a Black woman who is passionate about helping other women learn to love their natural hair. Another good example is the famous “Perez Hilton,” a phenomenally successful celebrity gossip blog focused on dishing the dirt about famous people. Industry Blogs. These are specialized to a particular field or industry. They're a good choice if you're already an expert on something and want to share that expertise. Because you have to constantly stay on top of new information and developments in that industry, you need to make sure you're comfortable with researching and understanding your topic. For a good example, see “The Copybot,” a marketing blog by copywriter Damien Farnworth. He tackles how to write the best copy for online sites with lots of concrete examples and helpful lists. Political Blogs. If you have an informed perspective on politics you'd like to share, or you want to communicate your political views in an interesting, entertaining way, a political blog could be a good choice for you. Political blogs often take a particular “side,” but they don't have to. For example, “PolitiFact.com” (a Pulitzer Prize-winning blog owned by the Tampa Bay Times) runs fact checks on important news stories of the day, assigning them a “truth meter” rating that helpfully breaks down inaccuracies in news reporting. Another example of a political blog is “Michelle Malkin,” a blog run by conservative pundit Michelle Malkin. This blog states the blogger's personal political opinions in an engaging way. Choose your topic. The best blogs focus on topics that you, the blogger, are passionate about. This topic can be anything that you believe you have enough to say about to interest others. It works best if you can find a “niche” that is not being fully exploited. There are several important things to keep in mind when choosing your blog topic: Who is your audience? There are millions and millions of blogs in the world, so it's crucial that you know exactly who your target audience is so you can draw them in. What does that audience want? For example, if you've decided your audience is “stay at home moms,” you'll need to consider the possible interests and needs of that demographic. Make sure you don't just make assumptions. Look at other blogs that cater to your audience to see what they're delivering. How qualified are you? Good blogs convey a sense of familiarity and ease with the material. Excellent blogs usually have bloggers who are personally qualified to talk about their topics. If you can't think of at least 25 separate posts off the top of your head about your topic, you may not have enough familiarity with the topic to keep your content going. How sustainable is the topic? Make sure that you choose a topic that is likely to stay relevant in the future. You also need to be able to come up with new items to blog about on a very frequent basis. For this reason, try to avoid a topic that's too narrow -- you'll run out of things to say. How much competition do you have? Do some research to determine what already exists about your topic. “Celebrity gossip” is a hugely popular topic, but there's also a lot of existing competition that could mean your blog gets lost. What is your ”spin”? To set yourself apart from the crowd, you'll need to do something different and interesting with your content. Will you have an interactive focus? Focus on bizarre day-to-day news events instead of celebrity dish? Whatever you choose to blog about, make sure that you have ways to approach it creatively and that you can consistently offer new, exciting content. Visit some popular blogs. Your blog can be about anything, but once you have decided your general area of interest, such as “celebrities” or “parenting,” visit several popular blogs to see what they do. Pay attention to their blog design, what they blog about For example, the blog “Tom + Lorenzo: Fabulous & Opinionated” began as a small blog recapping and critiquing episodes of Project Runway -- meaning that it had a built-in audience and clear purpose from the start. It's grown into a pop culture site with millions of readers offering TV and movie reviews, fashion critiques, and celebrity news. An excellent example of a successful personal blog is “The Pioneer Woman,” a three-time Bloggie award winner. The blogger, Ree Drummond, now has her own show on the Food Network because of the attractive, “down-home” way she presents her recipes and lifestyle anecdotes. Three-time Bloggie award-winner “Camels and Chocolate” documents the travel experiences of a journalist, Kristin Luna, and her husband. Her accessible tone and beautiful photographs, coupled with her skill in telling a “story” about her trips, make it feel like the reader is on the trip with her. Blogs can also take on a very particular, quirky lens. For example, “Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund” won a 2014 Bloggie award. The blog is written as though Crusoe himself is writing it, and readers related to the lovable little dog and the concept of a dachshund talking about his grand adventures. Choose a domain name and blog title. Your domain name and blog title are your audience's first exposure to your “brand identity.” In addition to letting readers know what to expect from your blog, your blog title and domain name will help place your blog in web searches, which is crucial for generating web traffic (and profit!). Make sure that your blog title fits with your overall blog “identity.” For example, if you're running a dishy celebrity gossip blog, don't choose a stodgy or corporate-sounding title. On the other hand, if you're an authority on a business topic, you don't want your blog name to be too informal. Selecting a good keyword can be helpful. Search engines function through SEO (search engine optimization), which ranks search results based on how many keywords they have related to the person's search query. However, you don't want to get so wrapped up in SEO that your readers feel your blog is generic. Developing strong brand identity is the best thing you can do to draw readers to your blog. For example, the hypothetical “haircare.com” tells readers what the blog is about, but it doesn't offer any “angle” on what kinds of hair care advice your blog offers. The hypothetical “Frizzfighters.com” is still clearly about hair care, but it gives off a fun vibe through its alliterative name and communicates your strong brand identity (funky, focused on a particular hair issue, hip). Choosing an extension is also important. The extension is the “.com,” “.net,” or “.org” after a website. There are now dozens of extensions, but those three are the most familiar to English-speaking audiences and will drive the most traffic to your website. Unless you're a non-profit or a similar type of blog, don't go for “.org” -- a “.com” is the top choice, followed by “.net.” Choose which blog software to use. There are a number of popular blogging platforms around, including Blogger and Wordpress. Most experts recommend WordPress because it makes monetizing very easy. WordPress.org is a highly popular choice because you don't have to know any coding to design a slick blog. 1 in 5 websites use WordPress. Note: WordPress.org is a full-service blog hosting site, but you have to register your domain name and get set up with web hosting first. Wordpress.com has limited features and provides you a.wordpress domain name for free, but you can't put advertising or affiliate links on a wordpress.com blog. Blogger is run by Google, and is a free hosting site that requires just a Google account to start. Its designs are not as slick as those on WordPress. Other options include SquareSpace and Wix, which are website design platforms that will also allow you to create a blog. Make sure to investigate whether your platform supports custom domain names. The best blogging platforms will help you register your domain name and seamlessly integrate it with your blog. Each blog platform will walk you through creating a custom blog. Create a blog design that reflects your blog's image. It's important that you create a design that reflects the content and image of your blog - from your font to your color choices, make sure each element of your blog's overall design is consistent with your blog's image. For example, cartoony art and balloon fonts might be fun choices for a parenting blog, but would be seriously confusing on a professional marketing blog. Consider hiring a professional designer, at least for your header and logo. You only get one chance to make a first impression. Most blog hosts, including Blogger and WordPress, have “themes” that you can install. These can sometimes be customized and give your blog a fun “feel.” Choose elements to include in your blog. Most blogs have common elements, such as “About Me” and “Archives” that allow readers to learn more about you and read past posts. Common features include: About Me Categories Posts Portfolio Contact Make your blog easy to navigate. Don't clutter your blog! Make it easy for readers to find the content they're looking for. Offer helpful elements such as a search bar and “popular posts” sidebar. A “splash header” can be a good way to quickly orient new visitors. It is a large banner area at the top of the page that mentions the most important content and offers a quick introduction to the areas of the blog readers will be most interested in. Add a “next and previous posts” feature. One way to build your readership is to keep your visitors hanging around! Adding “next” and “previous” buttons at the bottom of each post will drive your visitors to read more content. Write blog posts people want to read. Good blogs speak honestly and openly about a subject you're passionate about. Be yourself and share your ideas with the world! Be professional! Even if your blog is about your personal life, make it inviting for readers by making sure you don't have any proofreading errors or ugly designs. Be useful. Center your content on your reader, not yourself. This means that you consider what your audience can “get out of” each post. Look for a problem you can address, a question you can answer, or a story you can tell. Going on a five-page political rant may feel good, but it's unlikely to create a valuable experience for most readers. Be personal. Writing in overblown academese won't usually fly in blogs. Readers usually want to experience blogs as though they were having a conversation with the blogger. Develop your own sense of personal writing style and stick to it. Keep your posts “scannable. ” Faced with a huge wall of text, 99% of readers will just go elsewhere. Break your posts up into scannable “chunks” to invite readers to stay and read. For example, you can use a list format, or break your post up into short separate paragraphs. If you have a really long post, try using subheaders and block quotes to break up the text. Other design elements, such bolding important points and using italics for emphasis, can draw readers to the most important stuff quickly. Remember that most readers are not willing to invest a lot of time reading something online. Keep your posts easy to skim and still get the basic idea. Create catchy headlines. You can have the best content in the world, but if your readers don't recognize it instantly, it's unlikely they'll click through. Headlines are especially important because many readers will encounter your content through a feed reader, such as Google Reader, or content site like Digg. They may only see the headline at first, so it needs to communicate what your post will be about in an engaging, entertaining way. Create headlines that are useful but create a sense of urgency. You want your readers to feel like they need to discover this content. Play on readers' emotions. You can do this by asking a question or challenging expectations. Sites such as UpWorthy are excellent at this type of headline, such as this real headline: “Most of These People do the Right Thing, But the Guys at the End? I Wish I Could Yell at Them.” Headlines like these tell a story and promise a surprise. Create a back catalog before you go public. Don't announce your fabulous new blog only for readers to discover there are two lonely posts on it. Post 10-15 posts to start with, and queue another 10 or 15 to post on a regular basis. Consistency and quantity of content are crucial in developing a readership for your blog. If you don't have a lot of content up when readers visit, they aren't going to stick around or revisit. You need to make sure that you post frequently. Prewriting posts and queuing them to post later is a good way to make sure that you have consistently updated content. Make it easy for readers to subscribe to your blog. Many blog readers subscribe to blogs through RSS feeds, which provide them automatic updates when you make a new post. Post a clear link or icon on your blog to let visitors know how to subscribe. Be persistent and write good content . Once you have the basics down, you'll continue developing and learning more. It can take a long time for you to develop a big readership, so stay patient and keep posting. Post relevant comments on related blogs for exposure to those readers. Register as a member using "yourblogname.com" as your username and post comments on related blogs This will drive traffic to your own blog. Build links to your blog by posting comments on other blogs that have “dofollow” links which means that search engines will see those links. Don't just hawk your blog in your comments! This can come across as selfish and spammy. Make your comments interesting and thoughtful. Remember, you're making your first impression in the comment! Write guest posts on other blogs. If you're a great writer with something to say, a guest post on another popular blog can be a helpful way to get your name out there. Check out some popular blogs in your genre and see if they have a guest post option. If you don't see any information about guest posting, don't despair. Read through the blog to see if there have been other guest posts. If there are, contact the blogger and explain who you are and what you'd like to write. If there aren't, you can still contact the blogger to see if it's something s/he would be interested in. Cite important figures in your blog. Mentioning prominent figures in your area or genre can accomplish several things. It shows your readers you're “in the know” about the important people in your field. It may also encourage the prominent figure to look at your blog, or even promote it to her/his own followers. Don't just name-drop. Make sure to incorporate these names in an organic, purposeful way. For example, if you were writing a post about mommy blogging, mention a blogger who has interested you, or whose blog you find amazing. Link, link, link! Link out blogs that you love in your own posts. Many bloggers track where their visits come from and may even visit (and link!) your blog in return. Use social media. These days, if you're not on social media, you're missing out on major readership. Post a link to your latest article in your Twitter bio and ask for “retweets,” or link your content to your public Facebook page. Don't just replicate the same content over and over, though. Use social media for quick, attention-grabbing posts and your blog for longer, more engaging content. The following are popular social media sites: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn StumbleUpon Digg Reddit Pinterest Host giveaways. Giveaways are a great way to drive traffic to your blog. Readers love getting something for free! Giving away products from companies offers the free advertising, so contact some companies that are relevant to your blog and see whether they'd be interested in sponsoring a giveaway. You can also write to another blogger who sponsors great giveaways and ask for a contact or two. Make it easy to enter the giveaway. Asking readers to leave a comment on a post with their name and contact information or asking them to republish a link on social media are good ways to drive entries. Drive traffic to your blog with direct marketing. The newsletter may seem old-fashioned, but it's actually a powerful marketing tool. There's nothing like the power of directly connecting with people. Below are some other methods to consider: Add a link to your email signature inviting people to check out your latest post. Send your blog post to people who might be interested in reading it. Don't just spam your contacts here. Sending a link to your post to people (or other blogs) who might have a real interest in your content can get you new followers, especially if you offer to reciprocate by reading or reblogging their content. Participate in blog carnivals. Search online for them or check out BlogCarnival.com. Join a LinkedIn group. Particularly if you're writing a more “professional” or industry-based blog, posting a blog in a targeted Linkedin group can gain you valuable exposure. Optimize your site for search engines. SEO (search engine optimization) is very important, but it's more than just repeating a bunch of keywords. Include a search-engine-friendly headline, such as “How to” or “Ways to.” Repeat significant keywords in your post, but make sure you don't sound overly spammy. Google and most other search engines no longer operate strictly on SEO. They want to prioritize quality content, which means that providing clear, well-written, valuable content that links to other credible sources is your best bet. Do video marketing. Creating a video for marketing is much easier than you think. The best software used for making a video is Animoto. Sign up to place ads on your blog. Placing ads can be an excellent source of revenue for your blog. With “pay per click” (PPC) ads, you get paid when visitors to your blog click on ads that lead to other clients. You usually need to already have a strong readership and high visitor counts for ad buyers to be interested in your blog. Here are some examples of websites that pay you to place ads: Google's AdSense program is the most widely used PPC program because it has the power of Google Search behind it. Google will read your article and find "ads that are relevant" to it and display them next to or within the article. It will also use your readers' cookies to display ads that are relevant to their recently visited websites on your blog. You can also sign up for “cost per impressions” (CPM) ads. These function similarly to PPC, but they pay you based on units of “impressions” (views) the ad gets, even if the visitor doesn't click on the link. Usually, the units are sets of 1,000 impressions. If you don't have about 10,000 unique visitors to your site every month, you aren't likely to make much money from ads. That's why it's crucial to build up your readership through marketing and quality content. Sign up for affiliate marketing. Affiliate marketing is a very popular way of monetizing a blog because it capitalizes on your readers' trust of you. If your posts always deliver quality content, then your audience is more likely to trust product or service recommendations. You can provide links or recommendations to relevant products and get a commission from any sales driven by your blog. Amazon Associates lets you place a banner on your website with products targeted at your audience, such as diapers for a parenting website or art supplies for a creative website. You earn a small commission when people buy something through your link. Amazon pays a commission ranging from 4% to 15%. Amazon is the giant in the industry, but it's also a good idea to reach out to small companies and even individuals who make products or services that are related to your blog. For example, if you have a popular cooking blog, you might contact small BBQ sauce companies to see if they'd be interested in setting up an affiliate marketing program with you. You earn a portion of the sale through your blog, and they get free marketing. You can also check out other affiliate programs at big “clearinghouse” sites such as Commission Junction, LinkShare, and ShareASale. These sites offer huge lists of programs, from which you can choose the ones relevant to your blog. An affiliate aggregator service, such as VigLink, will automatically insert monetized affiliate links into posts for you. They keep a higher percentage of the commission than other services, but the convenience may make up for it. Write sponsored posts. If you already have a high visitor count, you may be able to get other companies to pay you to “sponsor” a post. The advertiser may contact you directly, or you can check out online “sponsorship marketplaces” such as "themidgame". Be careful about sponsors who want you to place an article to increase their own page rank. This violates Google's policy and could hurt your AdSense revenue. You can also check out websites such as Blogsvertise, Social Spark, and Review Me for listings of paid or sponsored posts. Don't allow sponsored posts to overtake your own content. Remember: your readers visit your blog to read your content. Make sure that you only post sponsored posts that still benefit your readers in some way. You don't want your blog to seem like a corporate shill. Work directly with a brand or company. Working directly with a company to help with a promotional campaign can be a good way to boost traffic and revenue for your blog. Many companies, particularly ones like publishers, are happy to pay you to participate in things like Twitter parties, blog-based “book tours,” and giveaways. For example, if you run a popular blog where you review romance novels, contact various romance publishers to see if they're interested in paying you for a review or other promotional event, like an author interview. Signing up with third-party connecting agencies can be helpful. Blog Friendly PR, Blog Insiders, and Brandfluential are popular networks. Generate leads for other businesses. This type of revenue comes from providing sales “leads” to other companies who partner with your blog. You don't actually have to sell a product or service to generate these leads -- you just need your blog visitors to provide their information and opt in to being contacted by your partner. For example, if you run a popular DIY blog, you could partner with a home supply store. If your visitors agree to be contacted by the home supply store, you could get paid by the company for generating that “lead.” Use your blog as a portfolio. You may be able to use your blog to create freelance income by using it to showcase your work. Don't use your blog only to sell products, but having a “portfolio” section on your blog can let readers see what you're good at. For example, if you run a photography blog, keep a portfolio of your very best photographs and market yourself as a freelance photographer. Readers will know exactly what they're getting because they can see your passion and expertise. Blogs can also be very helpful even if you have a full-time “day job,” such as an attorney. For example, writing blog posts that offer helpful law advice and information will demonstrate to readers that you know your field. It will also give a sense of who you are personally, which is very important to prospective clients. Create paid content. Once you have a loyal following and have demonstrated your trustworthiness, you can consider adding “paid content” to your blog. For example, you could host a special podcast or write an e-book and charge visitors a small fee to access it. Paid courses, consulting services, and advice are other popular types of products and services you can use the reputation you've established to sell. You can also use a service such as Zazzle or CafePress to create branded items like t-shirts and tote bags for sale. The Bloggess creates new items weekly, usually playing on a humorous post from the week before. Consider memberships, where you charge a small monthly fee for users to gain access to exclusive content, video content, or possibly direct access to you through Q&A or live events. WordPress has many plugins to help you add membership services to your blog. Consider “bonus content.” For example, if you run a podcast on your blog, you might consider having the standard episode available for free but a longer version or additional content for a small fee. Dan Savage's extremely popular “Savage Lovecast” runs on this model, where standard episodes are free and “magnum episodes” (longer, with no ads) are available for a subscription fee. Many bloggers parlay their blog's success into books. The “Cake Wrecks” blog has several popular books of disastrous cake photos, and The Bloggess now has two books about her life adventures. The “Tom + Lorenzo” bloggers wrote a tongue-in-cheek “how to guide” to becoming a celebrity. Remember: anything you can offer that's valuable to your readers might be worth them paying for. Just don't let your blog become so paid-content-heavy that it doesn't seem like a good value to your audience anymore.
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Consider popular blog genres. Choose your topic. Visit some popular blogs. Choose a domain name and blog title. Choose which blog software to use. Create a blog design that reflects your blog's image. Choose elements to include in your blog. Make your blog easy to navigate. Write blog posts people want to read. Keep your posts “scannable. Create catchy headlines. Create a back catalog before you go public. Make it easy for readers to subscribe to your blog. Be persistent and write good content . Post relevant comments on related blogs for exposure to those readers. Write guest posts on other blogs. Cite important figures in your blog. Use social media. Host giveaways. Drive traffic to your blog with direct marketing. Optimize your site for search engines. Do video marketing. Sign up to place ads on your blog. Sign up for affiliate marketing. Write sponsored posts. Work directly with a brand or company. Generate leads for other businesses. Use your blog as a portfolio. Create paid content.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Jeopardy-Game
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How to Make a Jeopardy Game
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The easiest way to make a Jeopardy game is to find a template online and fill it in. If you prefer to set up your game using Power Point, open a blank presentation and create a table that has 5 columns and 6 rows. Use the top row of cells to create categories, like “Mammals,” and fill in the rest of the cells with game points, like “$100.” Then, on the remaining slides, type the clues for the questions and hyperlink them to the squares with the points.
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Choose the 6 game categories and decide who will play the host. If you're playing this Jeopardy game as a way to study for your classes, use your school texts and notes to decide what the categories should be. Choose the major themes from the chapters that your upcoming exam will cover, for example. If this is a recreational game, you can either decide on the categories as a group, or the host alone can choose them. Whoever is playing the host of this round will be completing the rest of these steps. Get 6 index cards for the game categories. Write one category on each index card and pin those 6 index cards at the top of a sturdy piece of poster board. Line them up in a single row. Make sure to write legibly (or type and print out the text, if you prefer). You can also use a marker board if you don't have poster board on hand. Write the 6 categories at the top of the marker board and draw lines between them to separate the columns. Take 5 more index cards and label them with point values. The point values range from $100 to $500 in each category, so you will have one card for each of these values – $100, $200, $300, $400 and $500. Be sure to write legibly, or you could type and print it out if you want it to look extra nice. Turn over the $100 index card and write your first clue for Category 1 on the back. The $100 question should be the easiest one. For instance, if your first category is “Code Names” you could write something like, “James Bonds' Agent number.” As the host, you'll need to create a list with all of the answers on a separate sheet of paper. In this case the answer would be, “What is 007?” Remember, in Jeopardy contestants are given the answer (the clue) and their response should be in question form. Only the host should work on the answer key. Pin the $100 card directly beneath the category it goes with. Make sure to pin the card so that the $100 side is facing out. Before you pin the card up, you may want to write $100 on the board first, then pin the card over that. When the host pulls the card from the board to read the clue, the spot will be empty but the point value will stay on the board. Once you get pretty far along in the game, this will help to give the board a little structure. Turn over the $200 index card and write down the next clue. You will follow the same process as before. Remember, the higher the point value, the harder the question should be, so increase the difficulty for this next clue/answer. Pin the $200 card directly beneath the $100 card in Category 1. The cards will go in ascending order, starting with $100 at the top of the column, and ending with $500 at the bottom. Make sure to pin the card so that the $200 side is facing out. This will be the practice for all of the clue/answer cards. Continue the process for the remaining point values in Category 1. Then follow the same procedure for the rest of the game board until all of the categories have completed index cards pinned up. At this point, the game is ready to play. Open PowerPoint and click Blank Presentation. This will take you to a blank slide. Title the slide “Jeopardy Game” (or any other title you want). You can also use this space to create a welcome message, insert images, etc. This is the first slide everyone will see during game play. To give your slides a little pizzazz, go up to the Design tab and choose from the many Themes listed. You can even customize each Theme with your own colors and fonts, if you wish. Add your first slide to your presentation. Click New Slide. This will bring up the next blank slide. Go up to the Insert tab and then click Table. A dropdown menu will appear. Click Insert Table. A pop-up will appear, asking you to choose how many columns and rows you want. Choose 5 for Columns and 6 for Rows. The table will be 5 x 6. Then click OK. Drag the corners of the table to resize the cells so that the game board fills up the entire slide. If you would like to change the color scheme of your table, go up to the Table Tools section of the menu bar and select Design. Choose from the color options presented. Use the top row of cells to create categories. Click the top left cell and a cursor will appear. Type Category 1 in the box and then hit Tab to move to the next cell in the top row. Type Category 2 into this box. Hit tab again and type Category 3 into this box. Continue the same procedure until the top row has been completed with a Category 4, Category 5 and Category 6. If you'd like to customize any of the text, highlight it and hit the Home tab. From here you can change font type, size, and color. You can also align the text to be in the center of each box, if you prefer. Fill in the rest of the cells with game points. Click on the box directly beneath Category 1. A cursor appears. Type in $100. Click on the box right beneath that. Type in $200. Follow the same procedure for the remaining 2 boxes in that column, so that you have a box for $300, $400 and $500. Do the exact same thing in the columns for Categories 2 – 6. Each column should start at the top with the $100 box appearing directly below the Category box, and then end at the bottom with the $500 box. To customize the text in these boxes, just highlight it and hit the Home tab. You will definitely need to go up to a minimum font size of 48 to ensure visibility. If you centered the text in your Category boxes, you should do the same for the remaining cells in the table for consistency. Change the text in the Category 1 box to reflect the topic you’ll be using. Now that your board is shaping up, it's time to start customizing it. Highlight the text in the box that says Category 1, delete it, and then type in what topic you plan to use for your game. For instance, If your topic first topic is “Mammals,” type that word in the box to replace the generic “Category 1” that was previously there. Adjust the font up or down as needed so that your topic fits in the box. Add another new slide to your presentation. This will be Slide 3. On slide 3, type out the clue that belongs to the $100 question in Category 1. If you were typing a $100 clue for the topic of “Mammals,” you would type something like: “Lives in the sea and swims with fins, but does not breathe through gills.” Highlight the text and hit the Home tab to customize your text. Make it larger, change the font or the text color, center text – make it look however you want. Highlight $100 in the Category 1 column. Right click on the highlighted text and select Hyperlink from the menu that appears. Click Place in This Document, which will be on the left side of the box that appears. Then you will select Slide 3 and hit OK. Now your $100 question under the topic “Mammals” is linked to Slide 3, which features the clue. To test the feature, hit F5 for slideshow view. Slide 1 will appear first. Hit the right arrow key to go to Slide 2. This is your game board so far. Click the $100 link under “Mammals” and it will take you directly to Slide 3, which is the corresponding clue. Hit Esc to take you back to the slides in Edit view. Add another new slide to your presentation. This will be Slide 4. On slide 4, type out the answer that belongs to the $100 clue in “Mammals,” which is “Dolphin.” Click back to Slide 3. In the bottom right corner, create a text box and type “Click here for the answer.” Highlight that text, right click, and select Hyperlink. Choose Place in This Document, and then select Slide 4. Now your $100 clue under the topic “Mammals” is linked to Slide 4, which features the answer. Test the feature by hitting F5 for slideshow view. Hit the right arrow key button to go to Slide 2. Click the $100 link under “Mammals” and it will take you directly to Slide 3, which is the corresponding clue: “Lives in the sea and swims with fins, but does not breathe through gills.” Click the link the link that you just created on the bottom right of Slide 3, which takes you directly to the corresponding answer on Slide 4: “What is a dolphin?” Hit Esc to take you back to the slides in Edit view. Go back to Slide 4 and insert a Text Box at bottom right. Type in “Return to the board.” Highlight this text, right click, then choose Hyperlink. Hit Place in This Document and select Slide 2, which is your game board. Then click OK. Now your answer slide is directly linked back to the board, so when you're finished with the $100 clue and answer for “Mammals” you can navigate easily back. If you want to test it out, hit F5 and go through the clue and answer, test the links, and then hit the link to go back to the game board. Every answer slide you create in this presentation will need the “Return to the board” link at bottom right, just like this one. Click the $200 box under the “Mammals” category. You're ready to input your next clue and answer. The procedure is exactly the same. Add a new slide (which will be Slide 5), type the next clue on that slide, highlight $200 on the board, right click and hyperlink to Slide 5. Type “Click here for the answer” at the bottom right of Slide 5. Then add Slide 6. Type the answer to the clue on Slide 6. Highlight “Click here for the answer” on Slide 5, right click, choose Hyperlink and then choose Slide 6 to link them together. Type “Return to the board” at the bottom right on Slide 6, highlight the text, right click, Hyperlink, and select Slide 2 to create a link back to the game board. Continue the process until all of the clues and answers are entered. Hit F5 to go to slideshow view, and then go through each Category clue and answer to make sure all of your links work. Feel free to jazz up your slides with additional content, images, etc. Your slideshow Jeopardy game can be as simple and bare bones as you like, or you can get really creative with it. Search online for “jeopardy templates. ” You will get pages and pages of hits. There are templates that are fully customizable and some that will generate the clues/answers for you. You can download game templates for PowerPoint, Google docs, Microsoft Excel, or use one that a gaming website provides. These templates range from very simple to fairly elaborate. Do a little exploring to see what is out there. You can also play Jeopardy games directly through some of the gaming websites, no downloading required. Choose and download a template to your device. After you've found a Jeopardy template that you like, download it to your computer, mobile phone or tablet. Some template websites offer versions for all possible devices, while others cater to a specific device type. These template files are not large, so download a few different ones that interest you. You can experiment with several until you find the right fit. Open the template file and follow the prompts to set up the game. If you're filling in all of the data yourself, start compiling your clues/answers. The template will likely walk you through set up, and each one is a little different. If you're playing this game as a way to study for a class, use your school texts and notes to decide what the categories should be. Select major themes or topics from textbook chapters to help you study for exams. If this is a recreational game, you can decide on the categories as a group or devise some other way to come up with them. Plug all of the required data into your template (if required). Remember, the higher the point value, the harder the question should be, so increase the difficulty as the point value gets larger in each category. If you need to memorize vocabulary words, use those as your answers. The clues will be the definitions of the corresponding vocabulary words. Once the template is completely filled out, the game is ready to play.
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Choose the 6 game categories and decide who will play the host. Get 6 index cards for the game categories. Take 5 more index cards and label them with point values. Turn over the $100 index card and write your first clue for Category 1 on the back. Pin the $100 card directly beneath the category it goes with. Turn over the $200 index card and write down the next clue. Continue the process for the remaining point values in Category 1. Open PowerPoint and click Blank Presentation. Add your first slide to your presentation. Use the top row of cells to create categories. Fill in the rest of the cells with game points. Change the text in the Category 1 box to reflect the topic you’ll be using. Add another new slide to your presentation. Highlight $100 in the Category 1 column. Add another new slide to your presentation. Test the feature by hitting F5 for slideshow view. Go back to Slide 4 and insert a Text Box at bottom right. Click the $200 box under the “Mammals” category. Continue the process until all of the clues and answers are entered. Search online for “jeopardy templates. Choose and download a template to your device. Open the template file and follow the prompts to set up the game. Plug all of the required data into your template (if required).
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https://www.wikihow.com/Maintain-a-Motorbike
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How to Maintain a Motorbike
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To keep your motorbike running smoothly, make sure your tires, oil, and filters are well maintained. Keep your tires in good shape by checking the pressure weekly and replacing them when there's a rapid loss of pressure or when the tread is worn out. Additionally, check your engine oil, which lubricates your gears and engine, to make sure you have enough. When the oil gets dirty, replace it so it doesn't reduce your engine's life. You'll also want to keep your air filter clean and adjust the clutch so it has the right amount of free play to avoid slipping. While cleaning your bike regularly will help it look nice, it will also make it easier to notice missing or loose bolts and nuts. To clean your bike, first cover the ignition switch unit, ignition coil, and silencer with plastic sheets. Then, use a damp microfiber cloth to wipe down your bike before parking it in the shade to dry.
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Check the tire condition regularly. You should change the tires when you notice a change in the way the bike handles, as specified by local legislation, or at the very latest when the tread is worn down to the wear bars. Under-inflated tires will overheat and may fail. Over-inflated tires will give less than optimal grip. Ideally, check tire pressure before and after every journey. Commit to a weekly checking routine. Replace the tires if there is rapid pressure loss. Replace when there is about 1.59mm (2/32” or 0.063 inches) tread remaining all around the tire. Don't wait till tires go bald. Always change tires in sets. Both tires go through the same stresses and rigors of road riding. Check and top up or replace engine oil. It lubricates your gears and engines; not changing the engine oil will cause damage to the engine. The owner's manual will specify how frequently the oil should be changed and this schedule should be followed. Check for any possible oil leakages. Carbon deposits thicken the oil, creating a drag in the movement of engine. Avoid running your bike on dirty oil. It will increase the consumption of fuel and drastically reduce the engine life. Always keep the air filter clean. Dusty conditions in particular will clog up the filter in very little time. Always change the air filter at recommended intervals; increase the cleaning frequency in particularly dusty conditions. Adjust the clutch correctly as needed. It should have the right amount of free play. Don't tighten your clutch too much – an over-tightened clutch may cause it to slip without your noticing. It also leads to increase in fuel consumption. Make sure you have the right clutch adjustments in place. Service your engine regularly. Tune it up to keep the engine running like clockwork and reduce your fuel consumption. Clean the carburetor and maintain valve clearances. Clean out the carburetor, for every 1500 kilometers (900 miles) you travel. Clean the spark plugs and check the gap every 750 kilometers (450 miles) for an old / antique two-stroke motorbike and every 1,500 kilometers (900 miles) for a four-stroke bike. Spark plugs should be changed as specified in the owner's manual (or if a problem is suspected). It is critically important to use the correct spark plug grade and type. Keep the choke clean and have it replaced immediately if it is damaged. Maintain the transmission system. If your bike chain is not lubricated, it may be damaged due to excess heat, and will wear out. This cumulative wear on all the separate links makes the chain loose, and more likely to fall off the sprockets. This can be very dangerous. Provide regular lubrication, as well as cleaning and adjustment. Use paraffin to wash the chain. Use a piece of cloth and a soft brush to remove the dirt in the chain. Never use water to clean the chains, as that could rust the chain links. Wipe the chain with a clean dry cloth, once the dirt has been cleaned completely. Use your old engine oil to lubricate the chain links and the chain. Ensure that your bike's chain has the proper tension and free play. Any variation will not power the rear wheel smoothly. Clean the bike regularly. Keeping it clean of dirt (and salt in winter) will not only make it look nice but will help with maintenance, too. It also makes it easier to notice missing or loose bolts and nuts. Cover the ignition switch unit, ignition coil and silencer using plastic sheets, before you start cleaning the motorcycle. Use a microfiber cloth to clean your bike. Avoid exposing your bike to direct sunlight; try to park your bike in the shade. Maintain your bike's battery. Do periodic maintenance to ensure a long and trouble-free battery life. Top up the battery with distilled water, whenever required. Examine for any leakages from the battery. Keep the battery fully charged if the motorcycle is not used for long time. Maintain your brakes. Keep both the brakes holding the tire properly spaced. Brakes becoming too tight, or too loose, can be very dangerous. Tighten the brakes as per your personal style and requirement. Replace the bike's brake pads in the front if screeching sound persists; this could also be because of a lack of oil. Replace all the front and rear brake oil with recommended (DOT 3 / 4 / 5) specification. Check the fork and fork oil. Change your bike's fork oil, for once in every 12000 kilometers. Check forks and spring for rust or damage. Adjust your fork according to your preferences and comfort. Check the sprockets. Replace them when necessary. The usual wear-out limit for sprockets is 40,000 kilometers (25,000 miles). Change both the driving and driven sprockets, and the chain, at the same time. It's not recommended to change only one part. Check some basics on your bike every day, or every time you read. To perform this kind of regular check/maintenance, you should: Check the fuel level every day to confirm you're not leaking any fuel. Check all your fluid levels - oil, brake fluid and coolant, if applicable. Check the throttle cable play. Confirm smooth operation and that it returns properly to the closed position. Check steering lock and lever notches for any uneven feel or interference with the operation of any cables at full lock. Check brake pedal play, as specified in your motorcycle's manual. Confirm the wear lining indicator is within usable range. Check drive chain slack, as specified in your manual. Check your lights and horn. Check the clutch lever play. Ensure smooth steering movement. Make sure there are no restrictions. Ensure both bike stands return to their fully upright position. Check the correct inflation pressure in both tires. Make sure you have adequate tire tread depth and no cracks or splits. Adjust the rear viewing span of mirror if needed. Ensure kill switch functionality. Check brake hoses for chafing or leakage. Do weekly maintenance. Take care of these checks weekly or every 200 miles, whichever is sooner. Check oil level - does it require topping-up? Top up if so. Check your tire pressure with an accurate gauge. Check the battery. If it's not maintenance-free, then check the electrolyte level and top up with distilled water if necessary. Check the control cables. Lubricate as necessary Check the brakes. Pads and disks should be checked for wear and replaced if necessary. Check and top-up your fluids. Adjust the drum brakes as necessary. Do a full visual inspection. Check for loose nuts and bolts and spokes. Check for fork seal leaks and any other oil leaks. Do a monthly check. Perform these tasks every month or every 1,000 miles (whichever is sooner). Check the spark plugs. Clean and adjust or replace; anything other than a light/medium brown deposit may indicate problems. Check control cables. Adjust for free play. Check Idle speed. Adjust as necessary. Lubricate control lever pivots. Perform quarterly maintenance. Check these items once every three months, or 2,500 miles (whichever is sooner). Change the oil and filter. Change the air filter. Check wheel and steering head bearings and grease them. Replace if necessary. Check the exhaust system for leakage. Do a semi-annual review. Check these items twice a year, or every 5,000 miles (whichever is sooner). Adjust carburetor synchronization - if applicable. Check overflow pipes. Replace any that are blocked or missing. Do annual maintenance. Complete these checks every year or every 10,000 miles (whichever is sooner). Do all the above half-yearly maintenance tasks. Replace spark plugs. Check suspension linkages for play. Replace linkage, bearings, and bushes as necessary.
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Check the tire condition regularly. Check and top up or replace engine oil. Always keep the air filter clean. Adjust the clutch correctly as needed. Service your engine regularly. Maintain the transmission system. Clean the bike regularly. Maintain your bike's battery. Maintain your brakes. Check the fork and fork oil. Check the sprockets. Check some basics on your bike every day, or every time you read. Do weekly maintenance. Do a monthly check. Perform quarterly maintenance. Do a semi-annual review. Do annual maintenance.
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How to Get Clear Skin (for Middle School Girls)
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To get clear skin as a middle school girl, try washing your face with a cleanser each morning and before you go to bed. After rinsing your face, apply a thin layer of oil-free moisturizer to keep your skin fresh throughout the day. If you wear makeup, make sure to clean your brushes every few weeks so it doesn't get on your face and clog your pores. You should also wash your bed sheets and pillowcase once a week, so you're not rubbing oil back onto your face at night. Some foods may also contribute to pimples, so try to limit the amount of dairy products, sugary foods, and refined carbohydrates like ice cream, pizza, and white bread you eat.
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Consider seeing a dermatologist. In some cases, using the wrong drugstore products can worsen acne; therefore, it might be wise to visit a dermatologist who can help you understand what is causing your acne. He can also recommend products and treatments that you can try to help clear up your skin. Understand acne fighting ingredients. There are many, many products on the market (face washes, creams, pads, etc.) meant to help fight against acne, and it can be really hard to know which one will work best for you. These usually contain an active ingredient to help fight your acne. If you purchase a cleanser or other product that contains salicylic acid, but it doesn't seem to be working after a few months of use, then try switching to another acne fighting ingredient. Benzoyl peroxide is an ingredient that helps kill bacteria and keep pores clean; however, it is recommended that you use a cleanser that has less than 2.5%. When washing your face, let it sit on the skin for about 15 seconds before rinsing. This way, it will have enough time to penetrate your pores. You can also use pads or leave-on creams with 2.5% to 10% benzoyl peroxide. Salicylic acid is another common acne fighting ingredient. It works by helping get rid of dead skin cells on the skin, which often trap bacteria, causing breakouts. Salicylic acid is available in cleansers and other leave-on products. Products containing retinoids can help fight acne, especially blackheads and whiteheads. Most retinoids are available by prescription, but you can get some (such as adapalene gel) over-the-counter. Apply retinoids at night as they can make your skin sensitive to the sun, and be aware you may experience dryness and slight irritation at first. Tea tree oil is a natural product which can also work great for getting rid of pimples; however, be aware that it may not work as quickly as some other products, but is great if you prefer to stick with natural ingredients. You can buy this either as an oil, which you can dab on a pimple, or there are also washes that include tea tree oil you can use as a cleanser. Try out a multi-step acne-fighting system. A multi-step will typically include a cleanser meant to wash away dirt and all of the pore-clogging things your face encounters throughout the day, a toner to swipe away any leftover dirt and/or dead skin cells, a spot treatment for the pimples you have, and, in many cases, a moisturizer. These multi-step systems are often sold together in one box, and may be the best option for mild to moderate acne sufferers because not only do they cleanse the skin, they help clear up the conditions that cause acne in the first place. Don’t pop your pimples. Although it is very tempting when you have a big, pus-filled pimple on your face, do whatever you can to keep yourself from popping it. Popping pimples can lead to even more pimples, redness, inflammation, and even scarring that you might have to deal with for the rest of your life. If you are very focused on a pimple, try dabbing some tea tree oil on it. This way, you will feel like you've done something to deal with it, but you haven't actually popped it. If you do pop a pimple, put a spot treatment on the pimple to disinfect it. These usually contain salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. You could also use tea tree oil, which is a natural disinfectant. Wash your face before bed and in the morning. Every single night, before you go to sleep, you should wash your face. Wash your face again when you get up in the morning. Do not wash your face using hand soap or shampoo! These types of soaps are formulated for a different type of skin, on a different part of your body and are unlikely to help the problem. Splash some lukewarm water on your face and neck to get it wet. Squeeze a pea-size amount of your chosen cleanser into your hand, and smooth it all over your face. Use the tips of your fingers to gently rub your skin. Remember to get along your hairline and neck, too! Rinse and dry. After you have cleansed, you need to rinse very thoroughly. Make sure that you get all of the cleanser off of your face. Gently pat your face dry with a clean towel. Don't rub your face! This can irritate your skin more. If you are using a multi-step system, be sure to follow the instructions carefully, and apply all of the steps in order, each time you use the products. Moisturize your skin. After cleansing, it is important to apply a good moisturizer. If you suffer from breakouts, try an oil-free moisturizer. You don't need to overdo it here, just apply a thin layer all of your face and neck. Applying too much could clog your pores. You should also apply moisturizer in the morning after rinsing, but before applying any other products. Try a moisturizer with sunscreen for daytime use. Be consistent. A new skin care routine will not fix all of your problems overnight. Once you get into your new routine, stick with it! It will take about six weeks for a new product to start working on your skin, so use it every day, and hopefully you will see results soon. Use clean makeup brushes. If you wear makeup, make sure to clean your makeup brushes every few weeks to remove any bacteria and old makeup that has built up. You can clean your brushes at home by first rinsing the brushes under running, lukewarm water. Fill a small bowl with about one quarter cup of lukewarm water and mix in 1 teaspoon of baby shampoo. Swirl the bristles of your brush around in the soapy water, and use your fingers to gently massage the soapy water into the brush. Rinse the bristles thoroughly under running, lukewarm water. Pat the brush dry using a clean dry cloth, and then allow the brush to dry completely. Lay the brush on a counter top with the bristles hanging over the edge so that air can circulate throughout the brush. Don’t share makeup. Lots of girls like to do each others makeup at sleepovers; however, if you do this and you share makeup with your friends, you could also be sharing lots of bacteria with each other. This can lead to problems with acne, and maybe even worse. Therefore, you should never ever share any of your makeup with your friends. If you do like to do each other's makeup, then bring your own makeup with you. Use a face mask. Using a face mask once every week or two will help to exfoliate your skin and remove any build up in your skin. You can make your own mask, or you can buy one from the drugstore. You could also ask an older sibling or your mom if they have a bottle of face mask that you could borrow if you don't have any money to buy it. A good acne-fighting mask can be made by mixing 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, one tablespoon of honey, one egg white, and a drop or two of an essential oil such as lavender or rosemary in a bowl. Mix the ingredients well, smooth the mask onto your face, let it sit for 15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Finish by applying an oil-free moisturizer. Consider having monthly facials at a spa or dermatologist. The products and tools that are used during a facial open up your pores better than you can at home, which allows for the extraction of blackheads and dirt that are building up inside your pores. Many spas offer programs designed specifically for teens, which may be shorter and/or less expensive. Wash your bed sheets often. When we sleep, all of the oils on our skin tend to get into our sheets, this includes any bacteria and dirt we might have missed when washing. Therefore, it is important that you keep your sheets clean, especially your pillowcase. Try to wash your pillowcase in the washing machine at least once a week. If your parents find this strange, try to politely explain to them that you are having trouble with pimples, and you want to do anything you can to get rid of them, including keeping your bedding clean. Although this may seem like a hassle, it might make a huge difference, and sleeping on fresh sheets can often be very enjoyable. Don’t stress. It may be easier said than done, but try not to let yourself get too worked up about things, this includes your skin. Stress can lead to breakouts, so if you're feeling stressed do something you enjoy to help you relax. Read a book, watch some TV, or go outside for a walk or run. Drink green tea. Green tea is thought to be very good at fighting acne from the inside out. It has many antioxidants which aid in digestion and reduce inflammation. Don't add sugar to your green tea if you can avoid it. This may counteract its benefits. If you need a bit of sweetener, try adding a small drop of honey. You can also try adding ice to your green tea. Exercise. This can be whatever you want, whether it be yoga, swimming, running, walking, or playing basketball. Anything that gets you up and moving, and hopefully sweating a bit too. Sweat can help keep your pores clean, and exercise can help reduce stress that may lead to breakouts. After exercising, you can take a shower to rinse the sweat off. Get enough sleep. What is happening on our skin can be a good health indicator. A lack of sleep can cause higher levels of stress. Make sure that you get at least seven to eight hours of sleep each night! Limit your intake of dairy products. Though it may not have a huge impact, there is some research that suggests that those who consume more dairy, are more likely to suffer from breakouts. If you normally drink a lot of milk, or eat a lot of yogurt, ice cream, and/or cheese, try reducing this amount as much as possible. It's ok to enjoy an ice cream every once in awhile, but eating or drinking dairy every day or every two days may increase your risk of breakouts. Talk to your doctor before you cut back too much on dairy — there are vitamins and minerals in dairy products that are essential to your health. Your doctor can help you strategize to make sure you get these vitamins elsewhere. Avoid sugary foods. Sugary sweets have also been linked to problems with acne. This can be tough, but if you are eating a chocolate bar or other candy every day, cut it out. Not only is it not good for you, and can cause health problems if you eat it too much, it may be causing those pimples on your face too. Again, remember that all things can be enjoyed every now and then. This isn't a suggestion that you should never touch a piece of chocolate again. When you do eat some candy, really enjoy it. If you enjoy chocolate, try having a small piece of dark chocolate, which has antioxidants that are actually good for you (in small amounts). For example, if you buy a dark chocolate bar that is 100 grams, limit yourself to about a quarter of it (25 grams) at any one time. Limit your intake of refined carbohydrates. Refined carbohydrates are carbohydrates that have been processed. This means that this nutrient doesn't exist in nature. While foods that have refined carbohydrates in them are usually very tasty, they are also very unhealthy, and may be another reason you are having a breakout. There are many foods that have refined carbohydrates. For example, ice cream, white bread, cookies, cakes, crackers, bagels, pretzels, pizza, chips, etc. This is only a small sample of foods that contain refined carbohydrates. Basically, if a food has been processed (e.g. comes in a package on a shelf in a grocery store), it likely contains these refined carbs. Don't worry too much though! You can still enjoy a slice of pizza every now and then, but try to stick with eating fresh foods, such as fruits and vegetables as much as possible. Drink plenty of water. Most people don't drink enough water, and dehydration has numerous negative health effects; however, drinking water is also good for keeping skin clear because it helps to flush toxins from the body and increase circulation. Though research has not found a direct link between water consumption and acne, drinking more water helps boost blood flow to the skin. The amount of water needed by a girl between the ages of nine and 12 is about seven glasses, or 1.5 liters. If you are 13 or over, this number goes up to eight to 10 glasses, or 2 liters.
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Consider seeing a dermatologist. Understand acne fighting ingredients. Try out a multi-step acne-fighting system. Don’t pop your pimples. Wash your face before bed and in the morning. Moisturize your skin. Be consistent. Use clean makeup brushes. Don’t share makeup. Use a face mask. Consider having monthly facials at a spa or dermatologist. Wash your bed sheets often. Don’t stress. Drink green tea. Exercise. Get enough sleep. Limit your intake of dairy products. Avoid sugary foods. Limit your intake of refined carbohydrates. Drink plenty of water.
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How to Divorce in California
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To divorce in California, complete a Petition – Marriage/Domestic Partnership Form FL100, which you can find on the California state government website, and a Summons Form FL 110. If you have children under the age of 18, you also need to complete a Declaration Under Uniform Child Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Form. Make 2 copies of all your forms, then file them with your county court clerk. Next, serve your spouse with a copy of all the papers you submitted to the court and a blank copy of the petition for their response. You should also file your financial information within 60 days of serving the papers.
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Represent yourself in the divorce. Many people choose to negotiate the terms of their divorce without hiring an attorney. They may choose to rely on local court resources, self-help books or internet services to help negotiate the divorce. Choosing to represent yourself may be a good option for you if: You feel comfortable filing court documents and negotiating with your spouse. The divorce was a mutual decision and both parties are amicable and willing to work together. There is little to no property to be divided. Your spouse is not hiring an attorney. There are no children. Hire a mediator. A mediator is a neutral third-party that you and your spouse hire to help you negotiate the terms of your divorce. The goal of mediation is to agree to a legally binding “Judgment of Dissolution,” which sets forth the parameters of your divorce. A mediator does not provide legal advice but rather helps you and your spouse understand alternatives and come up with solutions to reach a settlement. A mediator may be a good choice for you if: You and your spouse openly and voluntarily share financial information. Both parties prefer to handle the specifics of their divorce in private rather than in court. You want someone to help facilitate a conversation and plan for parenting and custody. You wish to spend less money on the divorce. Even if you choose to use a mediator, you should consider hiring an attorney to review the settlement before it is finalized. Engage in a collaborative divorce. A collaborative divorce is when both spouses retain attorneys with the purpose of reaching an out-of-court settlement. Collaborative attorneys do not represent individuals in court but rather facilitate exchange of documents, negotiating custody issues and property distribution in an amicable and cooperative manner. A collaborative divorce may be a good choice for you if: Both parties want the divorce and it is not contentious. Both parties agree to a collaborative process. Both attorneys agree not to become involved in litigation over the divorce. Both parties agree to turn over all relevant documents and information. Both parties agree to act in the best interest of their children, if any, and to not use those children in the divorce proceedings. Hire an attorney. It may be in your best interest to hire an attorney to handle your divorce. Experienced family law attorneys will know how to negotiate a divorce settlement, understand and complete all of the specific paperwork, serve and file court documents, and make appearances in court, if necessary. Choosing to hire an attorney may be the right decision for you if: You are concerned that your spouse is hiding assets or not turning over complete financial information. The divorce is contentious. There is a fight over child custody. You are uncomfortable filling out and filing court documents. Your spouse has an attorney. Locate an attorney. You can locate attorneys in a number of ways, including: Referral from friend or family member. If someone you know used an attorney for their divorce, you can ask them whether they would recommend that attorney. A recommendation from a trusted person who has personal experience with an attorney is a good place to start. Local or state legal bar associations. Local and state bar associations often provide referral services to attorneys in your area. Through state bar associations, you can check whether any complaints were filed against your prospective attorney. The American Bar Association has compiled a list of state-by-state resources that can direct you to attorney referral sites, such as contact information for state bar associations. The ABA provides this information at https://www.americanbar.org/groups/legal_services/flh-home/ State Bar-certified lawyer referral service in your area. You can find a list of certified lawyer referral services on the California Bar's website at: http://www.calbar.ca.gov/Public/LawyerReferralServicesLRS.aspx. You can also contact the California Bar at 1-866-44-CA-LAW (442-2529) or from out of state at 415-538-2250. Understand property division in California. California is a community property state, which means that property accumulated during the marriage is considered marital property and the overall value of shared property is divided evenly. If you owned property before the marriage, that property is considered separate property and it is not subject to division. California courts allow couples to decide how the property will be divided; however, a judge must sign off on the agreement and issue a final order. Determine in which county to file for divorce. In order to file for divorce in California, you must meet certain residency requirements. Specifically, you or your spouse must have lived in California for at least 6 months and lived in your current county for 3 months. You can file your divorce in the following places: If both spouses resided in California for 6 months and the same county for the previous 3 months, you would file your divorce in the county where you reside. If both spouses resided in California for 6 months and in different counties for the previous 3 months, you could file your divorce in either county where a spouse resides. If one spouse resided in California for 6 months and the same county for the previous 3 months, and the other spouse did not reside in California or in the same California county for 3 months, you would file the divorce in the county of the spouse who resided there for 3 months. If neither spouse resided in California for 6 months or in a county for the previous 3 months, you cannot file your divorce in California. Fill out a Petition to start divorce proceedings. Once you have determine where you can file for divorce, you can begin preparing the required paperwork. The first document you must complete is a “Petition — Marriage/Domestic Partnership,” Form Fl-100, which can be found at: http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl100.pdf. To complete the form you must: Write in blue or black ink or type the information. Provide your name, address, phone number and email address. Provide your name as the Petitioner (person filing for divorce) and your spouse's name as Respondent. Set forth that you are dissolving a marriage, whether you have children, and if so, provide their names, birth dates and ages. Identify property that you had before the marriage. Indicate whether you have marital assets or debt. Indicate whether you have attorney's fees. Date, print and sign your name. Fill out and read the Summons form. The summons requests that you provide the names of you and your spouse. You can download the Summons, Form FL-110 at http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl110.pdf. This form also provides important information related to the divorce process, including: The time frame that the responding spouse has to respond. Restraining orders against both parties restraining them from removing minor children from the jurisdiction. Restraining orders against both parties restraining them from changing the beneficiaries of health insurance, life insurance or other insurance programs. Restraining orders against both parties restraining them from hiding or disposing of property. Complete a Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Form. If you have children under the age of 18 with your spouse you must fill out and file this form, located at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl105.pdf. This form requests information regarding your children and any custody agreements that are already in place. Check to see whether your local court requires specific forms. Some county courts require that you complete additional forms for their county. You can determine whether there are any additional forms by calling the court clerk or searching on the court's website, which can be found here: http://www.courts.ca.gov/find-my-court.htm. Complete additional forms. If the court where you are filing for divorce requires any additional forms, be sure to download and complete the forms in accordance with the instructions. Make at least two copies of all of your forms. When you file your forms in the court, the court will keep the original and you will have one copy for yourself and one copy to serve on your spouse. File your forms with the court clerk for your county. When filing for divorce, take the originals and copies of your Petition, Summons and Declaration (if applicable) to the court clerk. If the documents appear to be in order, the clerk will stamp and keep the original. The court will also stamp your copies as “filed” and return them to you. You will have to pay a filing fee for your documents. You can determine the amount of the fee here: http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/filingfees.pdf. If you cannot afford to pay a filing fee, you may request a fee waiver by filling out a fee waiver form located at: http://www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp-feewaiver.htm. Gather divorce papers to serve on your spouse. Once you have filed your divorce papers with the court, you are legally required to serve (officially give a copy) to your spouse. You must serve your spouse with the following documents: A copy of the Petition — Marriage/Domestic Partnership that you filed with the court. A copy of the Summons that you filed with the court. A copy of the Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Form that you filed with the court (if applicable). A copy of any local county forms. A blank Response — Marriage/Domestic Partnership form, located at http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl120.pdf. If you have children and filed your own Declaration, you must also serve your spouse with a blank Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) form, located at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl105.pdf. Serve your spouse with the divorce papers. Once you have gathered all of the applicable documents, you are legally required to provide a copy of the papers to your spouse. This is called “service” and you can serve your spouse in the following ways: A person over the age of 18, that is not you, can hand deliver a copy of the divorce papers to your spouse. This person can be a friend, relative, professional process server or a county sheriff. This is referred to as personal service. You can also serve your spouse by mail, which means that you send your spouse a copy of the divorce papers by registered mail and with a Notice and Acknowledgement of receipt form. You can find a copy of this form here: http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl117.pdf. Fill out and file Proof of Service of Summons. If you used personal service, the person who served your spouse must complete a Proof of Service of Summons form located at http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl115.pdf. This form demonstrates that your spouse was given the documents. If you received a Proof of Service of Summons or a Notice and Acknowledgement of Receipt, you must file these documents with the court to demonstrate that you complied with the legal requirements of service. Wait for a Response. The spouse who was served divorce papers (Respondent) has 30 days to complete the Response — Marriage/Domestic Partnership form and serve you with the document. Gather financial information. Once you filed your Petition, you have 60 days to file your financial disclosures. You should immediately begin collecting your financial documents, which may include: W-2 and 1099s for the previous year. Paystubs for at least two pay periods. Copy of all deeds, car titles and car registrations. List of all retirement accounts, credit cards, bank accounts List of all debt, including loans, mortgages, and/or credit cards. Complete Financial Disclosure forms. You must complete and file these documents with the court within 60 days of filing your petition. The forms include: Declaration of Disclosure (Form FL-140). This is a cover sheet for your declaration of disclosure and you must check all of the applicable boxes on the front page and attest to the truth of your statements. The form can be found at: http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl140.pdf Schedule of Assets and Debts (Form FL-142). This document lists all of the assets and debts of you and your spouse. If the asset was acquired before the marriage you can note that on the form as separate property. You can find the form at: http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl142.pdf Income and Expense Declaration (Form FL-150). This documents sets forth all of your earnings and expenses. You will be required to attach W-2s and/or 1099 forms. If you are a business owner, you may need to submit profit and loss statements for the company. Form FL-150 can be found at: http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl150.pdf Declaration Regarding Service of Declaration of Disclosure (Form FL-141). This document requires you to mark that you are serving the document and on whom the document was served. You can locate the form at: http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl141.pdf File your financial disclosures with the court. Take the original and two copies of your financial disclosures to the court. The court will stamp and keep the original and stamp and return your copies. Serve the financial disclosures and file a declaration regarding service. As discussed above, serve your spouse either by personal service or by registered mail. Once your spouse is served, you must also fill out and file a Declaration Regarding Service of Declaration of Disclosure located at http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl141.pdf. This form demonstrates that you properly provided your spouse with the court documents. Complete final divorce forms. The forms you must complete depends on what actions your spouse took in response to your Petition. There are four potential scenarios that could have occurred. These scenarios include: Respondent spouse did not file a Response and you did not enter into a written agreement specifying the dissolution of marriage; Respondent spouse did not file a Response but you did enter into an agreement; Respondent filed a Response and entered into an agreement; or Respondent filed a Response and did not enter into an agreement. Complete forms when there was no Response or agreement. After waiting 30 days after the response was served on the spouse, the Petitioner spouse should complete, file and serve the below documents: Complete and File a Request to Enter Default (Form FL-165) located at http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl165.pdf. Complete and File a Declaration for Default or Uncontested Dissolution or Legal Separation (Form FL-170) located at http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl170.pdf Complete and File a Judgment (Form FL-180), located at http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl180.pdf. Complete and File a Notice of Entry of Judgment (Form FL-190), located at http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl190.pdf If you are seeking spousal support, child custody, child support, or other orders regarding the divorce you may be required to fill out additional forms that can be located at http://www.courts.ca.gov/8409.htm. Complete forms when there was an agreement but no Response. In order to finalize your divorce under these circumstances you must: Write up your agreement. Complete and file the following forms discussed above: Complete and File a Request to Enter Default; Declaration for Default or Uncontested Dissolution or Legal Separation; Judgment; and a Notice of Entry of Judgment. Complete a final Declaration of Disclosure, which includes all of the financial disclosure documents you previously filed. These documents include: Declaration of Disclosure; Schedule of Assets and Debts; and Income and Expense Declaration. Complete forms when there was a Response and an agreement. In this situation, the divorce is considered uncontested. You must complete the following: Write up your agreement. Complete and file the following forms discussed above: Complete and File a Request to Enter Default; Declaration for Default or Uncontested Dissolution or Legal Separation; Judgment; and a Notice of Entry of Judgment. Complete a final Declaration of Disclosure, which includes all of the financial disclosure documents you previously filed. These documents include :Declaration of Disclosure; Schedule of Assets and Debts; and Income and Expense Declaration. Take the next steps when there was a Response but no agreement. In this situation, your divorce is considered “contested” because the parties cannot agree to a settlement. In order to finalize your divorce you should consider the following: Hire a mediator to help facilitate settlement discussions. Hire an attorney to litigate your case in court. If you cannot agree on all of your issues, you will have to appear in court for a final determination of your divorce. In this situation, it is best for you retain an attorney who can handle your divorce case.
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Represent yourself in the divorce. Hire a mediator. Engage in a collaborative divorce. Hire an attorney. Locate an attorney. Understand property division in California. Determine in which county to file for divorce. Fill out a Petition to start divorce proceedings. Fill out and read the Summons form. Complete a Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Form. Check to see whether your local court requires specific forms. Make at least two copies of all of your forms. File your forms with the court clerk for your county. Gather divorce papers to serve on your spouse. Serve your spouse with the divorce papers. Fill out and file Proof of Service of Summons. Wait for a Response. Gather financial information. Complete Financial Disclosure forms. File your financial disclosures with the court. Serve the financial disclosures and file a declaration regarding service. Complete final divorce forms. Complete forms when there was no Response or agreement. Complete forms when there was an agreement but no Response. Complete forms when there was a Response and an agreement. Take the next steps when there was a Response but no agreement.
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How to Find a Vehicle's Registered Owner Using a License Plate Number
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The best way to find a vehicle's registered owner using a license plate number is by contacting law enforcement or your insurance company. If you were the victim of a hit-and-run, the police can help you identify the person, and insurance companies also have ways of obtaining the owner's name. Otherwise, only the government can access that private information. Check online to see if your reason for requesting the name is applicable, then fill out the DMV's request form to start the process.
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Identify the reason you need to find the owner. Most governments restrict access to information about registered owners of motor vehicles for privacy reasons. Before you can get personal information about the owner of the vehicle, you'll need to demonstrate that you have a legitimate reason. For example, you might need to find the owner of a vehicle if you've been involved in an accident, or if you're conducting research that involves statistics about motor vehicle ownership. You might also need access to this information as part of your job (e.g., if you're an insurance agent or someone in charge of towing or impounding vehicles). Giving false information or lying about your reason for seeking the information on a government form or other legal document may result in fines or even jail time, depending on the laws where you live. Contact law enforcement. If you are the victim of a hit-and-run, or if finding the vehicle's registered owner is a matter of public safety, call on local police to assist you. They have more resources to track down the owner. You may not be given the information yourself, but the police will assist with whatever you need to do. For example, if someone abandoned a car in the parking lot of your business, the police could help you contact the owner to remove the vehicle from your property. Find out as much as you can on your own. If all you have is a license plate number, it can be extremely difficult to find out the name of the owner. More information gives you a greater chance of success. If you took a picture of the tag, you probably also know the color of the car, maybe even the make and model. Do an image search online to narrow down the car's year. From the plate itself, you can figure out the state that issued the plate, and maybe even the city or county where it was registered. You also can find out whether the tag has expired. Talk to your insurance company. If the driver was responsible for damage to your vehicle or your property, you need to file an insurance claim. Insurance claims agents have additional resources to locate the driver of the vehicle. Provided your insurance company accepts the claim, they typically will take care of locating and suing the owner of the vehicle. Depending on the outcome, you may never have any reason to learn the driver's identity yourself. Try to find out the vehicle identification number (VIN). In some places, you must have the VIN as well as the tag number to get any information at all about the registered owner. This helps prevent false identification. If the license plate number wasn't issued for that vehicle, the search results will note that. You may get results for both the VIN number and the plate number. You also can look for information by looking up the car's VIN. You may have to pay a fee for a VIN report, but it can give you additional information about the owner (although you may not be able to find out their name). Locate the government office in charge of registering motor vehicles. If vehicles have license plates, there is a government agency that issues those plates and tracks them. The rules regarding who can access that information depend on the country, state, or province that issued the license plate. This can be somewhat difficult if the license plate was issued in a faraway place. If you have to send your request through the mail, expect it to take weeks if not months to get a result. Review authorized reasons for accessing information. Privacy laws protect drivers by only allowing certain information to be shown under limited circumstances. The allowed reasons vary depending on the state that issued the license plate. Typically you can find a list of authorized reasons online. Look for the official website of the government agency that issued the license plate. If you can't find the information online, you can always call a motor vehicles agency office and ask. Explain that you want to find a vehicle's registered owner and the only information you have is a license plate number. Tell them why, and they will tell you what they can do to help you, if anything. In some places, you won't be able to find out the name of the vehicle's registered owner for any reason, absent the owner's knowledge and permission. Complete an information request form. The request form requires you to provide information about yourself and the reason you are requesting the information. If it comes with instructions, read them carefully before you start filling out the form. Provide as much information about the vehicle, in addition to the license plate number, as you can. The more information you have, the more likely you will get a useful result. You may be able to find a copy of the form online. Look on the official website for the motor vehicles department or agency that issued the license plate. If you're trying to locate the title of a vehicle, go through your state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You'll have to fill out a form and pay any applicable fees. Submit all required documents and fees. You must pay a fee for your search, which will vary but generally will be less than $50. Depending on the location and how you submit your form, you may be required to show proof of identity. Some governments may require documents or other information to back up the reason you are requesting information about the owner of the vehicle. Fees typically are based on the cost of the search, not whether any usable results are returned. If you get results, you may have to pay additional fees for copying. Make a copy of everything for your personal records before you send it. Receive the results of your request. In some cases, you may get results from your request immediately. Typically, though, the agency will need some time to process your request and will mail you the results. You may want to follow up with the agency if you don't hear anything within 2 to 4 weeks of submitting your forms. Once you get the information, you may have to do additional research. For example, you may get the registered owner's first and last name, but not their address. You may be able to find a last known address or phone number for the person by doing a search online of their name. Report auto accidents or crimes to the police. If you are the victim of a hit-and-run, or if you witnessed a crime or auto accident, let local law enforcement handle it. They can track down the owner of the vehicle for you. While you probably won't be given personal access to the driver's information, it will be made available to your insurance company if you filed a claim. Look for a private investigator online. A basic online search will produce web pages of local private investigators as well as investigators who work entirely online. Compare the offerings on these web pages and see if something will work for you. Do your own research on any website you find to make sure it's a legitimate service and not a scam. If the page advertises a licensed investigator, you can check that license's status with the state or local agency that issued the license. Web searches can be particularly useful if the license plate was issued in a place far from you. Look for someone based there for best results. Try an online search service. There are many online services that will comb through public records to find the person who was issued a particular license plate. However, most of these services charge fees and may not deliver the results you need. Search for sites that offer “license plate lookup” services, such as PeoplePublicRecords.org, to find out basic information about the vehicle, such as whether the driver has a criminal history or the car has been involved in accidents. Many of these websites are scams, and may mislead you into believing they have the results you need and then charging you high fees before you can even look at the results. When you get the information, it may be inaccurate or outdated. In most places, it is illegal for anyone outside law enforcement to run a license plate number to get information on a person. This doesn't mean that it's impossible to find a vehicle's registered owner using just a license plate number, but online services that claim to offer instantaneous results are probably scams. Contact a local investigator. If the license plate was issued locally, you may want to hire a private investigator to track down the owner of the vehicle. Look online or in your local phone book to find the names and contact information for private investigators near you. Interview the investigator in person before you hire them, and make sure you understand how their services work and how you will be billed. Hiring a private investigator can get expensive, so if you have any budget limitations you need to discuss costs upfront. Most governments require private investigators to be licensed. Ask for the investigator's licensing information and make sure it's valid and up to date. Talk to the investigator specifically about what you want and why. Find out if they've done similar searches in the past, and whether they were successful in finding the vehicle's registered owner. Research any investigator's background and experience. Before you hire a private investigator, you need to do a little investigating on them to make sure they have a good reputation and can get results. Ask the investigator for a few names of previous clients who you can contact for a reference. You also can check for reviews of the investigator online. If the investigator has a license from the city or state where they operate, see if you can look up their license number online. Check their license record for discipline or other negative marks. Sign a contract with your investigator. Before you give the investigator any money to start work, get the specific terms of your agreement in writing. You need to know how long they will search for the owner and how they will report their findings to you. The contract should discuss all charges specifically, including any restrictions you've set for the investigator. For example, you may want the investigator to call you before incurring any additional expenses above a certain dollar amount. The contract also should discuss what type of report you will receive at the end of the investigation, and whether the investigator will contact you to give you status updates over the course of the investigation.
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Identify the reason you need to find the owner. Contact law enforcement. Find out as much as you can on your own. Talk to your insurance company. Try to find out the vehicle identification number (VIN). Locate the government office in charge of registering motor vehicles. Review authorized reasons for accessing information. Complete an information request form. Submit all required documents and fees. Receive the results of your request. Report auto accidents or crimes to the police. Look for a private investigator online. Try an online search service. Contact a local investigator. Research any investigator's background and experience. Sign a contract with your investigator.
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How to Install a Split System Air Conditioner
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It's best to hire a professional to install a split system air conditioner. However, if you decide to do the work yourself, mount the indoor air conditioning unit on an interior wall away from direct heat or light sources. Run the piping and wiring from the indoor unit through a hole in the wall, then attach a PVC drainage pipe to the unit, running down the exterior of the wall where the unit is attached. Next, install the outdoor condenser on a level concrete pad, then connect the electrical wires and the copper pipes.
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Select an unobstructed location on your interior wall to mount the indoor unit. You'll need to cut a hole through the wall to feed the pipes from the indoor unit to the outdoor unit, so make sure the location you choose will allow you to do so. Choose a spot away from direct sunlight and heat sources for the best results. Mount the unit 7 feet (2.1 m) off the floor and ensure there's at least 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) of open space on every side of the unit to allow for proper airflow. Choose a location with studs to ensure the wall is strong enough to hold the weight of the unit. Install the unit at least 3.3 feet (1.0 m) away from antennas and power or connecting lines that are used for television, radio, home security systems, intercoms, or telephones. The electrical noise from these sources could cause operational problems for your air conditioner. Avoid locations where gas may leak or where oil mist or sulfur exists. Most of these units have remote controls so that you can easily turn them on or off and adjust the temperature even if they're mounted high on the wall. Secure the mounting plate to the interior wall. Hold the mounting plate against the wall where you want to install the indoor unit. Use a level to make sure it is both horizontally and vertically level. Use a pencil to mark the locations of the screw holes, remove the plate, then drill a hole into the wall where each screw will go. Position the plate so it matches up with the holes, insert plastic anchors into the holes, and secure the plate to the wall with tapping screws. Drill a 3 in (7.6 cm) hole through the wall so you can feed the pipes outside. Make a mark in the center of the hole in the mounting plate. Use a keyhole saw or a drill with a hole-cutting attachment to create a circular 3 in (7.6 cm) opening through the wall that slopes slightly downward toward the ground to ensure adequate drainage. Make sure there are no pipes or wires behind the wall before drilling or cutting the hole. Check the electrical connections on the indoor unit. Lift the A/C unit's front panel and remove the cover. Make sure the cable wires are connected to the screw terminals and that the wiring matches the diagram that came with the unit. Run the pipes and cables through the hole in the wall, then connect them to the unit. Secure the included copper pipes, power cable, and drain pipe together with electrical tape. Place the drain pipe on the bottom to ensure a free flow of water. Run the pipes and cable through the hole in the wall, then secure them to the designated spots on the indoor unit as directed by the instruction manual. Each line comes pre-insulated, so you don't have to worry about adding extra insulation. Do your best to minimize how much the pipes and cable bend to ensure that the unit performs well. Make sure that the drainage pipe allows water to drain in an appropriate place. See the instruction manual included with your kit for more information. Secure the indoor unit to the mounting plate. To attach the air conditioner to the wall, simply align the female connections on the back of the unit with the male connections on the mounting plate and press firmly to secure the unit in place. Make sure the unit tilts backward 2-3 degrees so that water can flow out of the drain pipe. It may help to have a friend hold the unit in place while you secure the connections. Position the outdoor unit away from any heavily trafficked, dusty, or hot areas. Find the hole you drilled through the mounting plate for the interior unit and position the exterior unit within 50 feet (15 m) so the piping and cable can easily be attached. Choose a location with at least 12 inches (30 cm) of space surrounding its perimeter to ensure proper functioning. If possible, select a shady location that's sheltered from the wind in addition to dust and traffic to keep your unit functioning at its best. Make sure that no antenna of a radio or television is within 10 feet (3.0 m) of the outdoor condenser. Lay a concrete pad on the ground. Don't place the outdoor unit directly on the ground, as it's heavy and can shift around on dirt or rocks. It's necessary to install the condenser on a concrete pad, which you can find at home improvement stores. Position the pad where you want to install the unit and use a level to make sure it's flat and even. Secure the outdoor unit on top of the concrete pad. Lay a rubber cushion on top of the pad to minimize vibration, then set the outdoor condenser unit on top of the pad. Secure the unit to the concrete with anchor bolts. Check the electrical wiring in the outdoor unit. Remove the cover on the condenser. Refer to the unit's wiring diagram in the instruction manual and make sure the wires are connected as the diagram suggests. Make any adjustments as necessary. Fasten the cables with a cable clamp and replace the cover. Connect the piping and cable to the outdoor unit. Use flare nuts to secure the 2 copper pipes from the indoor unit to the outdoor unit as per the instruction manual. Connect the power cable that runs from the indoor unit to the outdoor unit as well. Finally, connect the power supply to a designated outlet. If necessary, you can trim the copper pipes to eliminate excess. Bleed the air and humidity from the refrigerant circuit. Remove the caps from the 2-way and 3-way valves and from the service port and connect a vacuum pump hose to the service port. Turn the vacuum on until it reaches an absolute vacuum of 10mm Hg. Close the low pressure knob and then turn off the vacuum. Test all of the valves and joints for leaks, then disconnect the vacuum. Replace the service port and caps. Affix the piping to the wall with clamps. To ensure the pipes and cables don't move around or become disconnected, attach them to the exterior wall of your home using the clamps that came with the kit. Follow the directions in the manual to ensure the clamps are spaced adequately. Seal up the hole in the wall using expanding polyurethane foam. Spray expanding polyurethane foam into the hole you drilled to feed the cable and piping through the wall. Make sure the hole is completely sealed to prevent hot air or insects from getting through. Let the foam dry as per the instructions on the label before turning on your air conditioning. Turn on the unit and enjoy the cool air! All that's left to do is to start the A/C, which you can do from the indoor unit. It should only take a minute or 2 for cool air to start blowing into your home. Refer to the instruction manual if you have any trouble operating your new air conditioner.
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Select an unobstructed location on your interior wall to mount the indoor unit. Secure the mounting plate to the interior wall. Drill a 3 in (7.6 cm) hole through the wall so you can feed the pipes outside. Check the electrical connections on the indoor unit. Run the pipes and cables through the hole in the wall, then connect them to the unit. Secure the indoor unit to the mounting plate. Position the outdoor unit away from any heavily trafficked, dusty, or hot areas. Lay a concrete pad on the ground. Secure the outdoor unit on top of the concrete pad. Check the electrical wiring in the outdoor unit. Connect the piping and cable to the outdoor unit. Bleed the air and humidity from the refrigerant circuit. Affix the piping to the wall with clamps. Seal up the hole in the wall using expanding polyurethane foam. Turn on the unit and enjoy the cool air!
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How to Prepare Absinthe
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To prepare absinthe, start by measuring 1 fluid ounce of the liquor into a glass that holds at least 8 fluid ounces. Lay an absinthe spoon or a fork across the mount of the glass, then place 1-2 sugar cubes on top of the utensil. Pour 3-4 drops of cold water over each sugar cube and wait for about a minute so the water can start dissolving the sugar. Measure 3 fluid ounces of cold water from the pitcher into a container with a spout, then pour that water very slowly over the sugar cubes and into the absinthe. Stir the drink to fully dissolve the sugar, then sip and enjoy.
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Combine the ice and water in a pitcher. Transfer the ice cubes to the pitcher and pour cold water over them. Stir the water to help chill it faster, and transfer the pitcher to the refrigerator until you're ready to add it to the absinthe. It's important to chill the water, because you don't add ice cubes directly to the absinthe. You can also use a glass beverage dispenser or an absinthe fountain for the ice water. An absinthe fountain is a special beverage dispenser on a pedestal that makes it easier to slowly pour the water into the absinthe. You can buy an absinthe fountain online, and possibly from a bar and restaurant supply store. Choose a glass that can hold at least 8 ounces (237 ml). Absinthe is prepared by adding between 3 and 5 ounces (89 and 148 ml) of water to 1 ounce (30 ml) of absinthe. Using a larger glass will prevent spills and give you room to stir the drink. You can use any type of glass to prepare the absinthe, including a wine glass, old fashioned glass, Irish coffee glass, or a tumbler. There is also a special type of glass that's designed specifically for absinthe, called a Pontarlier glass. It has a special well at the bottom so you can pour the absinthe without measuring. Specialty glasses like this can be purchased online, or through bar and restaurant suppliers. Pour 1 ounce (30 ml) of absinthe into the glass. Measure the serving with a shot glass or measuring cup if you're not using a special absinthe glass. Transfer the shot to the glass. If you're using a Pontarlier glass, pour in enough absinthe to fill the bottom reservoir. Rest the absinthe spoon across the mouth of the glass. An absinthe spoon is a special slotted spoon that sits on top of a glass and holds a sugar cube. That way, you can pour water over the sugar and into the glass to dissolve the sugar into the absinthe. Some spoons will have a notch on the back of the spoon to secure the spoon to the rim. If you don't have an absinthe spoon, lay a fork across the mouth of the glass so you can place a sugar cube on the tines. Place 1 to 2 sugar cubes on top of the spoon. Make sure the cubes are over the holes in the spoon so the sugar will drip into the glass as it dissolves. For a slightly bitter absinthe, add 1 sugar cube. For a sweeter absinthe, add 2 sugar cubes. You can also have unsweetened absinthe if you want to fully taste the bitterness of the herbs. It's important to use sugar cubes, because granulated sugar will fall through the holes in the spoon. Sugar won't dissolve well in the absinthe because of the high alcohol content, which is why you have to dissolve the sugar with water first. Remove the ice from the pitcher. Remove the pitcher of ice water from the refrigerator. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to pick out the ice cubes and discard them. You don't want the ice falling into the absinthe, so it's important to remove them before adding the water. If you're using a beverage dispenser or absinthe fountain, you can leave the ice in the water, as the spigot will prevent the ice from falling into the glass. Saturate the sugar with a few drops of water. Pour 3 to 4 drops of water over each ice cube to soak it with water. Leave the water to saturate the sugar for about a minute. This will give the water time to start dissolving the sugar. Measure out 3 ounces (89 ml) of cold water from the pitcher. You can add between 3 and 5 ounces (89 and 148 ml) of water to the absinthe depending on how strong you want it. To start, measure out 3 ounces (89 ml) and transfer it to a container with a spout. You can add more water to the absinthe if you don't like it strong. Add the water to the absinthe glass very slowly. When the sugar has had a minute to start dissolving, add the first 3 ounces (89 ml) of water. Position the water container over the glass and tip it gradually so the water slowly drips onto the sugar. A good rate is about 1 drop per second. Add the remaining 1 to 2 ounces (30 to 59 ml) of water, if you want the drink weaker. As the water slowly mixes with the absinthe, the absinthe will louche, or become cloudy, as the plant oils mix with the water. This will also help to bring out the flavors of the herbs in the absinthe. If you're using a beverage dispenser or absinthe fountain, turn the tap to open the spigot to allow the water to drip out slowly. Stir the drink to fully dissolve the sugar. When the sugar is completely dissolved and you've added all the water, remove the spoon from the mouth of the glass and stir the water, sugar, and absinthe mixture. This will help to dissolve any sugar that's settled on the bottom of the glass. Enjoy the absinthe in small sips. Absinthe is meant to be sipped slowly, like a glass of wine. This will allow you to fully appreciate the flavor of the absinthe, which is similar to black licorice. Try a refreshing absinthe frappe. In a heat-proof bowl, dissolve ⅔ tablespoon (9 g) of sugar in ⅔ tablespoon (9 ml) of boiling water to make the simple syrup. When the sugar has dissolved, transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for 15 minutes. Then, combine the crushed ice, absinthe, and chilled simple syrup in an old fashioned glass. Stir until the drink has a slushy consistency, and add soda water, to taste. Mix up a Sazerac cocktail. Put enough absinthe into a chilled glass to rinse the glass, then pour out the absinthe. Put ice cubes into your cocktail mixer, then pour 1 fluid ounce (30 mL) rye whiskey, 1 fluid ounce (30 mL) cognac, 3 dashes of Peychaud's bitters, 1 dash Angostura bitters,.25 fluid ounces (7.4 mL) simple syrup, and.25 fluid ounces (7.4 mL) chilled water over the ice. Shake the cocktail mixer hard for 10 to 15 seconds, then strain the cocktail into the glass you rinsed with absinthe. Add a twisted lemon peel to the glass as a garnish. Discard the lemon peel after you finish your drink. Shake up a Sun Also Rises cocktail. Combine all the ingredients in a martini shaker. Fill the shaker the rest of the way with ice, put on the lid, and shake the mixture vigorously. Strain the mixture into a martini or cocktail glass filled with crushed ice. Serve the cocktail with a wedge of grapefruit on the rim of the glass. Make a Death in the Afternoon. Transfer the absinthe to a champagne glass. Hold the glass on a 45-degree angle and slowly pour in the sparkling wine. Holding the glass like this and pouring slowly minimizes bubbling. Add ice to chill the drink before serving if you like.
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Combine the ice and water in a pitcher. Choose a glass that can hold at least 8 ounces (237 ml). Pour 1 ounce (30 ml) of absinthe into the glass. Rest the absinthe spoon across the mouth of the glass. Place 1 to 2 sugar cubes on top of the spoon. Remove the ice from the pitcher. Saturate the sugar with a few drops of water. Measure out 3 ounces (89 ml) of cold water from the pitcher. Add the water to the absinthe glass very slowly. Stir the drink to fully dissolve the sugar. Enjoy the absinthe in small sips. Try a refreshing absinthe frappe. Mix up a Sazerac cocktail. Shake up a Sun Also Rises cocktail. Make a Death in the Afternoon.
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How to Care for Hermit Crabs
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To properly care for hermit crabs, place them in a large tank with a layer of substrate they can bury themselves in. Hermit crabs are social, so you should have at least 3-4 animals in each tank. Keep the humidity in the tank at 75-85% and the temperature between 75° and 85°F. You should provide your crabs with extra shells, climbing toys, and places to hide. Place one dish with freshwater and one dish with saltwater in the tank, and feed your hermit crabs a varied diet of seafood, fruit, veggies, and meat.
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Make sure you get the right size of tank. A ten or twenty gallon tank is good for two to four small hermits. A twenty to forty gallon tank is good for a dozen small or three to four large hermits. Hermit crabs are social animals and should have at least two other crabs with them. The proper home for your crabs should be one that holds in humidity, but still lets in fresh air. A fish tank or reptile aquarium usually does nicely. You can even rinse out that old leaking tank from the attic and use it! Acrylic terrariums tend to work better, as they hold the humidity and heat more efficiently. Make sure your hermit's home is the right humidity. You should buy a hygrometer (humidity gauge). These will help you to monitor and maintain a 75-85% relative humidity. Hermit crabs breathe through (hardened) gills, and can't breathe properly unless the air is humid enough. The ideal range is at least 75% relative humidity. Humidity lower than 70% will cause suffocation, which kills slowly over several weeks or months and is extremely painful. A great way to increase your tank's humidity naturally is to add natural moss to your tank. It increases the humidity, and hermit crabs eat it. Look for moss like Fluker's Reptile Moss at your local pet store. Sponges also work well, and can also be found at a pet store. But sponges get dirty easily and need to be changed out every two to three weeks. Make sure your tank is the right temperature. Hermit crabs are tropical animals and do best in warm temperatures. 75-85°F is the proper temperature range. Heat damage is irreversible, and temperatures that are too low slow down a crab's metabolism. An under-tank heater designed for hermit crabs, mounted on the back of the tank is a good way to keep your tank humid. An improper environment can cause your crab to become lethargic and inactive, lose limbs and could potentially cause death. Buy a thermometer to keep an eye on the tank's temperature. Get substrate. Substrate is the layer of material you place on the floor of the tank. Sugar-sized arrogate sand is the only sand you should use because other grades could cut the crab, and play sand may have harmful fills. Use dechlorinated salt water to wet the sand to a "sand-castle" consistency. You also can use compressed coconut fiber (Sold as Eco-Earth or Jungle Bedding). Expand the coco-fiber in the same salt water you would give your crabs to prevent mold/mildew. Substrates that crabs can not dig in, such as aquarium gravel (can not hold caves) or calcium sand (clumps and can have a foul odor) are not acceptable as a substrate. Your substrate should be at least 3-5 times the height of your largest crab, and should be a material the crabs can easily dig and build caves in to relieve stress, hide, and molt. Many crabs also like to bury and even molt in damp moss such as Fluker's Reptile Moss ( not decorative or Spanish moss!) Keep the substrate clean. Dirty substrate can lead to mold which can be harmful to your hermit crabs. Change it every 6 months. However, every month you should do a brief check to see if there is any mold growing, or an ant or mite infestation. If you see either of these things, change the substrate immediately. It's a good idea to "spot clean" any dung and food the crabs have dragged from the food bowl or buried. You should only clean the substrate when your hermit crab is not molting (a crab who has burrowed underground and is going through a process to shed and regrow it's exoskeleton). Never move a molting crab. If you want to go the extra mile, you can sterilize your sand substrate. Sand can be sterilized in the oven. Put the sand in a large roasting pan (one used only for this purpose!) and place it in the oven. Set the temperature to 250 degrees (F), (120 degrees Celsius) and let it be for about 2 hours. Once every two to three weeks, boil all the shells and dishes in your tank in a pan of dechlorinated salt water. Doing this will insure that that mold and bacteria will not grow and harm your crab. Allow the bowls and shells to cool before placing them back in the "crabitat". Get climbing-toys. Hermit crabs love to climb! In fact, in the wild, they will climb large rocks exposed by low tide to search for food. choya logs or stumps are great for this. Choya is not toxic, and has holes in it for them to grab on to. You can lean it in a corner of your tank, just don't place it too high or your crabs will climb out. Lego's and hemp nets work well too. Hermit crabs are sometimes called "tree crabs" because they will climb trees to eat insects and vegetation. Do not, however, buy painted toys, as paint could be harmful to crabs if it is ingested. Natural toys: Natural rocks and seashells that you pick up at the beach are great things to scatter around the "crabitat." Clam shells even make great food dishes. Just make sure to boil them in boiling water so that they become sterilized before you place them in the tank. Plastic toys: Plastic plants made for reptiles are great for crabs to climb and hide in, just remember to use the lid of your tank so the crabs can't climb out. Make sure they aren't eating the plastic, and remove it right away if they are! Never use reptile "half pine logs", as pine is an irritant to the crabs and can be toxic. Provide your hermit crabs with a hiding place. Hermit crabs, like most animals, want a place to feel secure and hide when they feel threatened. You can use a half coconut shell that they sell at pet stores for small crabs, or use broken pots, large shells, etc. Just make sure that the crab won't get stuck and, preferably, is able to dig out if it does. Add some live plants to your tank. Live plants can be a great addition to any tank. In particular, plants like bamboo (make sure it's real bamboo and not Dracaena Sanderiana, which is sold as "lucky bamboo"), Venus fly traps bromeliads (air plants) and spider plants are among the safe plants. Be forewarned--your hermit crabs may snack on them, so there's no guarantee the plants will have time to grow. Provide your hermies with water. All species of hermit crab need to have access to both freshwater and saltwater. You will need to provide two water dishes for the crabs. Hermit crabs need to balance the salinity of the water in their shells; the dishes should be at least deep enough that your crab can get water in its shell (C. Perlatus, A.K.A. Strawberry hermit crabs, need to be able to submerge themselves), but make sure they are able to get out. A good way to do this is to provide them with a sloping water area, where one part is shallow and easy to climb out of, while the other is deep and they can submerge themselves in the water. Line the area with rocks or something they can grip on. Plastic is too slippery and they will have trouble climbing the slope. If you have large and small crabs together, you can put small rocks or a small natural sponge in the water dishes so that it is deep enough so large crabs can let water in its shell, but small crabs will not become trapped in the water dish and drown. You can buy aquarium salt for marine fish (not freshwater fish) from most pet stores and a little goes a long way. Never use salt intended for human consumption because the anti-caking agents can be harmful. Most hermit crab brand salts are also table salts. Pre-mixed "hermit crab water" does not have the correct salinity. Use a brand like Instant Ocean, Oceanic, etc. Make sure the water is dechlorinated. The chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals in most tap water can kill hermit crabs by causing the gills to blister (causing eventual suffocation). Aging the water will remove the chlorine, but not the chloramines, so dechlorinator is a must if you use tap water. Zoomed water conditioner is a good brand to use. If you don't want to dechlorinate tap water, you can use spring water instead. However, make sure nothing has been added to the water. For example, Dasani water contains magnesium sulfate "for taste", and that is bad for the crabs. Know that there are different kinds of hermit crabs you can buy. There are six types of hermit crabs available for sale in the United States. All of them are in the genus Coenobita. The most common type out there is the Caribbean (Coenobita clypeatus,) which is also called "PP" for purple pincher due to, you guessed it, its large purple pincher. Wild Purple Pinchers are found in the Caribbean Islands. Most likely, when you see a hermit crab in a store, you will be seeing one of these guys. The Purple Pincher is the best one to start with because the others are more delicate and require much more detailed and intense care. The other types are Rugosus "Rug" or "Ruggy" (rugosus), Strawberry (perlatus), Ecuadorian or "E" (compressus), Cavipe or "Cav" (cavipes), Komurasaki "Viola" (violascens), Indonesian or "Indo" (brevimanus). Handle your hermies with care. Be patient with them when you first get your hermies--they will take a little time to adjust to their new home. When you get your hermit crabs, leave them in the cage for a few days. When you see that they don't hunch into their shell when you pass by then wait another day and try to hold your hermit crab. Let your hermit crab explore your hand and get used to you. Once you get them home, they go through a "De-stressing" period that can take as little as a few days and as long as two months. During this time, change out their food and water regularly and do not disturb them. Sometimes, even with the best efforts of even the most experienced crabber, hermit crabs can succumb to Post Purchase Stress (P.P.S.), and die. Know that crabs go through molting and need extra shells. If your crab digs under the substrate for a couple of weeks, don't worry. As long as it doesn't stink like dead fish, he's OK. Please do not disturb your crab during this time. He will need to be alone and if he is bothered, the stress could kill him. Once in a while, a crab's exoskeleton gets a little tight, and like a snake shedding its skin, a crab will shed its exoskeleton and grow a little bit. Don't take the exoskeleton away from the crab! He will need to eat it in order to harden his new exoskeleton. If you have a sick crab, don't panic. Keep an isolation tank in a closet with enough substrate to dig under completely and ample food and water. If a crab is acting sick, he may be about to molt. This tank should also be kept with proper humidity and temperature as was mentioned previously. Provide shells for your hermie. When hermit crabs grow, they need bigger shells. It is important to keep plenty of extra hermit crab shells similar to your crabs' sizes in the tank at all times. Once a month or so, rotate a few undisturbed shells out with different styles of shells. Purple Pincher Hermit Crabs prefer the shells with round, circular openings. They will choose circular openings over the oval openings. Ecuadorian Hermit Crabs will prefer an oval opening, because they have flatter abdomens. Never buy painted shells! Although companies may claim the paint is safe, the paint can chip off, and if the crabs eat it, it can be toxic. Most hermit crabs, when presented with a choice, will pick a "natural" shell over a painted one, even if it's not the right size. See the Warnings for information on what kinds of shells to avoid. Provide a steady and varied diet. Hermit crabs are scavengers by nature and will eat almost anything. Beware of commercial food, as it has many preservatives, such as copper sulfate, that may harm your little hermit. Don't feed them anything spicy, hot, or with preservatives in it. Hermit crabs love silver sides and shrimp that are fresh, freeze-dried krill, blood worms, etc., and other seafood. You can normally buy these fishy foods at your local grocery store. If you cook, set aside a piece of steak or chicken, non-marinated to grill lightly for the crabs. They also eat raw meat. If you have more than twenty crabs or so, try getting a fish head from a local fish market. They are usually happy to give them away. You can put all of your crabs in a large tank or a large clean Rubbermaid storage container, (clear, no lid, or lid with VERY large holes cut in it) drop in the fish head, and a water-bowl, and leave them in there to eat for a few hours. You will mostly likely not want to do this very often, since the stench is pretty bad, but your crabs will love you for it! Know what fruits and veggies hermies like. Aside from eating meat, hermit crabs also love different fruits and vegetables, among other scraps (they are scavengers after all.) Remember to change their food almost every day or night. Hermit crabs love to bury their uneaten food, and this can cause molding and is messy. Hermit crabs love fresh fruit like pineapple, apple, pears, grapes, cantaloupe, watermelon, mango, papaya, strawberries, bananas, etc. Wash your fruit thoroughly before you cut it, to avoid pesticides. Crabs will go crazy for coconut shavings. Hermit crabs will also eat natural peanut butter on whole wheat toast, hard boiled eggs, egg shells (boiled), popcorn (plain, unsalted and unbuttered). Avoid anything from the Allium species of plants (onion, garlic, etc.). Play with them. Some Hermit crabs love attention. When they are awake, carefully take them out of their crabitat. What do they like to do? Climb! Let them climb all over your shirt while you are watching TV or exercise them as they walk across both your hands (like a crab treadmill). It is important that they never fall, and are not out too long because they need humidity. Falling from a height of 3 feet (0.9 m). can be fatal for them, and fear of falling is the number one reason crabs pinch. Keep them in a position where they aren't going to fall and they likely won't pinch. Remember that they need humidity. Typical house humidity is only 40% and even less with AC and heat. When a crab's gills are exposed to low humidity it feels similar to how we feel when we hold our breath for too long. Be aware that hermit crabs may pinch. While they generally pinch only when they are afraid or feel cornered, they may pinch for no reason, so be prepared. Misting or running tap water on crabs to get them to release their grasp can hurt them and will likely result in them holding on longer and tighter. Please be very careful when handling them. You can avoid being pinched by holding your hand flat and tight so that the hermit crab will not have (as much) skin to pinch.
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Make sure you get the right size of tank. Make sure your hermit's home is the right humidity. Make sure your tank is the right temperature. Get substrate. Keep the substrate clean. Get climbing-toys. Provide your hermit crabs with a hiding place. Add some live plants to your tank. Provide your hermies with water. Make sure the water is dechlorinated. Know that there are different kinds of hermit crabs you can buy. Handle your hermies with care. Know that crabs go through molting and need extra shells. Provide shells for your hermie. Provide a steady and varied diet. Know what fruits and veggies hermies like. Play with them. Be aware that hermit crabs may pinch.
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How to Recognize Signs of Breast Cancer
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Breast cancer occurs when your breast cells develop uncontrollably and a malignant tumor forms. Aim to check your breasts for any symptoms once a month about a week after your period. Check your breasts for any lumps, redness, rashes, or tenderness. Other symptoms include swelling when you're not menstruating, inverted or moving nipples, and discharge when you're not squeezing your nipples. If you notice any unusual changes to your breasts, visit your doctor for a medical examination to be safe.
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Schedule your breast self-exams. Mark on a calendar when you will do your BSEs. Aim to do a BSE once a month, preferably five to seven days after your period has ended. Doing regular BSEs will help you get to know the "normal" feel of your breasts. Hang a BSE reminder in your bathroom or bedroom so you do not forget. Also, consider starting a journal to record your observations. Plan to do your BSE in a room with good lighting. Do a visual examination. Stand with your hands on your hips and look at the mirror. Look to see whether your breasts are their normal size, color, and shape. If you have any of the following symptoms, tell your doctor: Noticeable swelling yet you are not menstruating at the moment Dimpling, puckering, or bulging skin Inverted nipples Nipples that have moved Redness, rashes, or tenderness. Raise your arms and repeat the previous visual examination. Look for discharge from your nipples. If you have discharge, check its color (yellow, clear) or consistency (bloody, milky). Be aware of nipple discharge that happens when you are not squeezing your nipple. Also tell a doctor if you have clear or bloody discharge or discharge only from one breast. Touch your breasts. Lie down. Bring the pointer, middle, and ring fingers of your right hand together. Feel your left breast with the pads of your three middle fingers in a small, circular pattern. Your circles should have a circumference of 2 cm. Feel your breast from your collarbone down to your abdomen. Then beginning in your armpit area, move from the side to the middle. Repeat the process with your opposite hand to opposite breast. To ensure you feel the entire area, use a pattern like vertical rows. Next, stand up or sit down and repeat these steps. Cover your breast again. Many women prefer to do this last step in the shower. Feel for lumps or any other changes. You should report any detectable lumps to your doctor. You should cover your breast with light, medium, and firm pressure in each circle. In other words, do a circle with light pressure and then repeat the same area with medium and firm pressure. You need to apply light pressure to notice tissue nearest to the skin's surface. Medium pressure allows you to feel more deeply and the firmest pressure helps you to reach deep tissue near your ribs. Be aware of the controversy. Some studies show no increased detection of cancer from self-exams, but instead increased worry and biopsies. Talk with your doctor about BSEs — she may recommend you simply become familiar with your breasts so that if changes occur you will know. Realize the importance of risk factors. Early detection of breast cancer is vital. If you possess any high risk factors, be sure to perform regular BSEs. Seek a mammogram if you feel any lumps or are high risk and over age forty. Be aware of genetic predispositions. Women are more likely than men to get breast cancer. Additionally, if you have had close relatives (e.g. mother, sister) with breast cancer, your chance of having breast cancer increases. There also are inherited gene mutations that predispose one to have a higher risk of breast cancer. These gene mutations are BRCA1 and BRCA2. Five to ten percent of breast cancer cases result from gene mutations. In the United States, white women are most at risk of getting breast cancer. Some ethnic groups are more prone to mutated BRCA genes. These include people of Norwegian, Icelandic, Dutch, and Ashkenazi Jewish descent. Understand the impact of your medical history. There are many traits of your health history that can impact your risk profile for breast cancer. Women who have had breast cancer in one breast are more likely to get it again. People who have undergone radiation to their chest area as a young child also carry a higher risk. Additionally, other medical facts, like your first period occurring at age 11 or younger, can increase risk. Starting menopause later than average is also a red flag. Taking hormonal therapy after starting menopause increases risk as does never having been pregnant. Realize how lifestyle impacts risk. Obese people have a higher chance of getting breast cancer. Women who consume three alcoholic beverages per week also are fifteen percent more likely to get breast cancer. Smokers and particularly women who started smoking prior to the birth of their first child also have an increased risk for breast cancer. Visit your gynecologist regularly. During your annual gynecological exam, your doctor will check your breasts for lumps or abnormalities. If she detects something irregular, she might recommend that you have a mammogram. If you do not have health insurance or funds to visit a doctor, there are likely resources in your area to help you get preventative care. Planned Parenthood offers consultation services and can direct you to a mammography provider. If you do not know where to look for help, contact your local Department of Health or call the national cancer line at 1-800-4-CANCER. They can refer you to appropriate help for your situation. You could be eligible for cost-free or inexpensive mammograms. See the official US government listing of low-income clinics: http://www.findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/Search_HCC.aspx. Get regular mammograms. Once she turns 40, a woman should get a mammogram every two years until she is 74. The earlier you detect breast cancer, the easier it will be to survive. You may have heard that a mammogram is painful, but the pain is momentary and no worse than getting a shot. Plus, it can save your life. If you are at high risk, talk to your doctor about how often you should get a mammogram. If you have a high risk and are under 40 years of age, it is possible your doctor will recommend a mammogram already. Be vigilant and prompt in seeking help. Paying attention and knowing your breasts well is the best thing you can do to detect symptoms of breast cancer. If you have any concerns about what you find in your BSEs, see a doctor immediately. Make prevention a group effort. Keep your friends and family healthy by arranging a party every year that culminates in everyone getting a mammogram together. This way you can remove the fear from the experience and help each other remember. Consider saying: “I know a lot of women don't get the mammograms because they're scary and they can hurt a bit, but I'd love to find a way that we can make it fun. Plus, we'll get some great girl time!”
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Schedule your breast self-exams. Do a visual examination. Raise your arms and repeat the previous visual examination. Touch your breasts. Be aware of the controversy. Realize the importance of risk factors. Be aware of genetic predispositions. Understand the impact of your medical history. Realize how lifestyle impacts risk. Visit your gynecologist regularly. Get regular mammograms. Be vigilant and prompt in seeking help. Make prevention a group effort.
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How to Develop Your Chi
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To develop your chi, spend 5-10 minutes focusing on nothing but your breathing. Sit comfortably in a chair or cross-legged on the floor, then breathe in deeply from your diaphragm. You should feel the breath expand your stomach. Hold that breath for about 5 seconds, then exhale completely. Hold your breath for another 5 seconds, then inhale again. As you're doing this, try to clear your mind of any other thoughts. Do this once a day for several days or weeks to keep your chi flowing.
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Get comfortable. To properly work on your breathing, it needs to be your main focus – not on how uncomfortable your legs are, or how you want to hang a picture on the wall you're staring at. Choose between a chair and a pillow on the floor – whichever would be most comfortable is the best choice. In a chair, sit with your back straight, your feet flat on the ground, and knees shoulder width apart. On the floor, choose either a cross-legged position or kneeling. Breathe deeply. Pay attention to breathing in and out. Make sure you are using your diaphragm, not just your chest. Breathing from your diaphragm (lower in your body, close to your stomach) allows you to get more air both in and out. Cycling a lot of air through your body is essential to developing your chi. Keep doing this exercise over the course of days and weeks until it becomes natural. Then you can begin to attempt this style of breathing wherever you might be to help get your energy flowing. Keep your mind empty. It's difficult to keep your mind neutral and away from thinking about anything and everything. But for the 5-10 minutes that you are practicing breathing, try to just focus on that. The in and the out are like the yin and yang – opposites, yet interconnected. Try breathing in a square. Not actually breathing in the physical shape, breathing in a square is for after you have mastered the basic breathing from the diaphragm. Put yourself into your comfortable seated position to begin. To breathe in a square: Breathe in Hold your breath for 5 seconds Breathe out Hold your breath for 5 seconds Practice Tai Chi. The art of Tai Chi is specifically designed to help you balance your chi. Though there are many moves that make up Tai Chi, you can begin with a few of the basics to see how they work. Breath is central to Tai Chi, and hopefully you have already developed a good sense of how breath and chi work together from the previous step. The practice of Tai Chi itself is essentially a slow and gentle series of movements that are designed to ground you and get you in touch with your breath and chi. Within Tai Chi, there are different schools that have slightly different ways of doing the forms, or steps, within the practice. If you're interested, Tai Chi courses are often offered at yoga studios and community centers. Check your local martial arts studio as well – they might know about classes. Develop your stance. The Wuji or horse stance is the basis of Tai Chi. It may look like you're just standing there, but it's a great way of getting in touch with your energy. Just by standing in horse stance and breathing, you can develop your chi. Your feet should be parallel, shoulder width apart. Make sure that your weight is in the middle of your feet. Move your torso so that you are standing as if sitting up straight in a chair. Bend your knees. Let your spine feel as if it's floating upward. Relax your shoulders. Gently touch your tongue to the roof of your mouth. Breathe naturally. Practice arm work. This is an exercise, not part of an actual Tai Chi form, but can help you get in touch with your body. It can also help you in trying to develop chi throughout your body while you're moving, keeping track of your breath. Put your right hand, palm out, parallel and in front of your face. Place your left hand, palm in, parallel and in front of your stomach. Slowly move your arms in circles. Your arms will be going around each other and your palms will be at different angles, depending upon where in the circle they are. They go from being facing completely in and out at the top and bottom of the circle to being flat when they are parallel to you in front of your chest. Breathe. Find the form of energy training that works best for you. Tai Chi is not the only physical form that helps to develop your chi. If you believe that it is too slow and meditative, you might be more interested in kung fu , which was also developed to help your chi, or yoga, which is from the Indian tradition and is also aimed at fully realizing your life force. Explore chi kung (qigong). Beyond the physical level – the breathing and the movements that help you get in touch with your chi – truly developing your chi will take moving it to the mental and spiritual level. Chi kung is a disparate group of practices from different civilizations that are aimed at bringing your mind to a higher level of consciousness and unleashing the true power of your life force. Focus on your energy. This will help to bring you to the next level of chi. As you do your breathing and exercise of choice, focus on areas of your body where the energy is not flowing. These are energy blockages, and each one will require focus and determination to fix it and get the energy flowing as it should. Some people are able to get their energy moving by themselves through breathing and physical practice, but many of us need help and guidance when practicing energy work. One easy way to find out how your body energy is functioning is to take the diagnostic test below, which can help you identify the elements present in your body, and which are lacking and need to be remedied. For the assistance of a licensed Qigong practitioner, who will be able to help you to higher levels in your energy work, consult the website below. Work on the body/mind/soul connection. This is moving to the highest level of chi. It will encompass all of the work you have done so far – breath, physical movement, energy flow – and add the spiritual element. This will lead you to a state of mindfulness or focused awareness. Similar to the Zen practice of Buddhists, the spiritual aspect of developing your chi can be a lifelong pursuit. We might be able to achieve the state we are seeking one day, but the next cannot come near it. To truly realize this spiritual connection along with the physical and energy aspects, you must be fully grounded in the present moment and completely aware – it's not about going to some different plane of consciousness. For most people, meditation is the best way of reaching this highest level of chi development.
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Get comfortable. Breathe deeply. Keep your mind empty. Try breathing in a square. Practice Tai Chi. Develop your stance. Practice arm work. Find the form of energy training that works best for you. Explore chi kung (qigong). Focus on your energy. Work on the body/mind/soul connection.
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How to Playfully Tease Girls
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To playfully tease girls, remember to be friendly, relaxed, and make comments with a genuine smile. You can make sly comments about how she does certain things, like the habitual way she tosses her hair, which will make her laugh and also subtly communicate to her that you've been paying attention. It's also important to let her tease you back in a similar way. That way, it will be a fun, back and forth conversation instead of one-sided. Never tease her about her physical appearance, her family, or her friends, which may hurt her feelings.
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Be friendly and confident. No matter what you are telling her, make sure you say it with a smile. Also show her that you are comfortable in your own skin and are teasing because you like her. Otherwise, she might think you are serious and take whatever you say as an insult, especially if you look withdrawn and sullen. Just try to be as comfortable as possible, even if you like her a great deal. She will catch on to your mood and be less likely to take offense. Joke about her habits. Notice the things she does while you are around her. Then, make a sly comment about how she does a certain thing. For example, if she tosses her hair when she laughs, say something like: “Watch out where you throw that, you're gonna put my eye out!” Not only will she laugh, she'll know that you've been watching her and notice things about her. Be open to letting her tease you back. Try to leave your comments open for her to tease you about something similar. This way, it will be a back and forth instead of assault from you. Make sure it doesn't come out as insulting. The idea is to make her smile and laugh. Incorporate physical teasing. A good way to tease her that has the added bonus of bringing you in to contact with her is by doing some physical teasing, such as playing keep away. This is especially effective if you pair it with doing something nice for her. Think about buying her a present, like tickets to a concert she wants to go to. Offer the tickets to her, then pull it away. Each time you do this, bring her a little closer to you. This is playful and a good way to tease her, but you end up doing something nice for her as well. You can also tickle or poke her teasingly, trying to get a reaction out of her. If she responds, you can amp it up a little. Make the teasing positive. Although teasing usually incorporates some kind of jibe at the girl, try to give it a positive spin. If she keeps stumbling over her words, instead of insulting her ability to talk, ask her something like: "What's with all the stumbled words? Are you trying to confuse me and throw me off your trail?" This implies that she is purposefully stumbling over her words in order to mess with you instead of making fun of her for making a mistake. It is a playful way to draw attention to it while not being a jerk about it. This can also work with her physical appearance. If she is wearing a particularly high pair of heels, make some comment like: "Well, at least I know we're safe if we get mugged. You could stab them with those heels." It points out that you noticed what she's wearing but gently teases her about their height. It teases her subtly without critiquing her appearance. Give her a nickname. As you are spending time together, take notice of something about her, like how much she laughs or the kind of movies she likes. Based on your observations, give you a nickname. You can say something like: "I see you're really into Star Wars. I guess I should start calling you Jedi Jane." If you make it playful and fun, she'll be more likely to play along. Know her boundaries. While you want to be comfortable with the girl you like, you need to understand how far you can take your teasing. Understand that there are limits for what you can say and do to her before you make her uncomfortable and she is turned off by you completely. If you're not sure about teasing her in the first place, things such as insults about her physical appearance, her family, or her friends are definitely out of the question. Make sure the level of teasing is something she is comfortable with. You may have to test out a few things before you truly understand where the boundaries are. Trust your instincts and watch for clues about how she feels. Don't be proud. If your flirting falls flat, make sure you don't take your bad attempt out on her. Also, if you offend her, make sure you apologize. If you have a particularly sardonic sense of humor, you may say some things that don't go over very well and it may only be a matter of time before you offend her. If you've said something out of line, give her a sincere, articulate, and specific apology. Don't try to play it off as if she is being too sensitive. Don't be inappropriate. If you have just met the girl, you can't tease her the same way you can a girl you've been dating for a few months. Making jokes about sex or inappropriately touching her are things you should avoid early on in a relationship. Make sure you aren't overly vulgar if that is going to make her uncomfortable. If you don't know her very well, you'll either freak her out or get a reputation as a jerk. Avoid critiquing her. When you tease her, don't make it feel like a personal critique of something about her or something that is important to her. If she is really into saving animals, don't try to tease her with lines like: "Wow, you have a lot of cats. Does that make you a crazy cat lady?" If her passion means a lot to her, she could take the critique too harshly and you could make her feel uncomfortable. If you disagree with something she believes, try teasing her instead with something trivial to alleviate the tension. If you disagree about politics, don't critique the way she feels. Instead of insulting her views, say something like: "While I can't fault you for your opinion here, if you tell me you like Bach instead of Beethoven, then I think the date might be over." This moves the topic to something more trivial and helps stop an argument.
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Be friendly and confident. Joke about her habits. Incorporate physical teasing. Make the teasing positive. Give her a nickname. Know her boundaries. Don't be proud. Don't be inappropriate. Avoid critiquing her.
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How to Magnetize Metal
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To magnetize metal, like a screwdriver for instance, you'll need a strong magnet. Start by identifying the North pole of the magnet, which should be labeled directly on the magnet. Then, stroke the north end of the magnet against the metal about a dozen times in the same direction to create a magnetic charge. Try to pick up some nails to see if it worked. If not, repeat the process, or try magnetizing a different metal with a higher iron content.
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Gather the necessary materials. To magnetize metal with this method, you just need a strong magnet and a piece of metal with known iron content. Metals without iron will not become magnetic. A strong magnet, such as neodymium, can easily be purchased online. Identify the North pole of the magnet. Every magnet has two poles, a North and a South pole. The North pole is the negative side, while the South pole is the positive side. Some magnets have the poles labeled directly on them. If your magnet is not labeled you can use a pole identifier magnet. This is a magnet that has the poles labeled on it. Place the identifier near your magnet and see which side attaches. Opposite sides attract, so if the magnet attaches to the South pole of the identifier magnet, that side is the North pole. Rub the North pole from the middle of the metal to the end. With firm pressure, quickly run the magnet across the piece of metal. The act of rubbing the magnet across the metal helps the iron atoms align in one direction. Repeatedly stroking the metal gives the atoms more opportunity to line up. Repeat the stroke towards the negative pole at least ten times. Ten strokes is just a good number to start with. You can do more or less as long as the metal works to your satisfaction as a magnet. Test the magnetism. Tap the metal against a pile of paperclips or try to stick it to your fridge. If the paperclips stick or it stays on the fridge, the metal has been sufficiently magnetized. If the metal does not become magnetized, keep rubbing the magnet in the same direction across the metal. If you are magnetizing a screwdriver, put it next to a screw to see if it holds it. Continue rubbing the magnet against object to increase the magnetism. Make sure you rub the magnet in the same direction every time. After ten strokes, check the magnetism again. Repeat until the magnet is strong enough to pick up the paperclips. If you rub in the opposite direction with the North pole this will actually demagnetize the metal. If the metal still does not maintain magnetization, it might not have a high enough iron content. Try this method again with a metal that has a higher iron content. Gather the necessary materials. To magnetize a metal using a hammer, you will need a compass, a hammer, and a piece of metal with some iron. These items can easily be purchased at a local hardware store. A metal alloy that doesn't have iron in it is less likely to be magnetic. Pure gold, silver, copper, etc. cannot be magnetized with this method. Identify north with the compass. A compass works because of the magnetic poles of the Earth. There is a small magnetized needle in the compass that always faces north due to the poles. Place your compass flat on the table and let the needle swing until it stops moving. The direction the needle points towards is north. Position the piece of metal facing north. Place the piece of metal on a table and orient it so that it is pointing in the same direction as the needle of the compass (north). The piece of metal needs to be facing north so that the iron atoms will align along the magnetic pole of the Earth. Secure the piece of metal to the tabletop using tape or a clamp such as a vice. Hit the end of the metal with the hammer. With the metal securely in place, strike the bottom end (end facing south) of the piece with the hammer. Striking the metal allows the iron atoms to move around and align themselves in the direction of the Earth's magnetic field. Hit the end multiple times to increase the magnetism of the metal. Test the magnetism of the metal. Place the piece of metal on top of some paperclips and see if they stick. If the paperclips stick, the metal has been magnetized. If the paperclips don't stick, try striking the end of the metal a few more times. If you find this method doesn't work, the amount of iron in the piece of metal might be too small. Try it with another piece of metal that you know has more iron in it. Gather the necessary materials. To make an electromagnet, you will need insulated copper wire, a piece of metal with known iron content, a 12-volt battery (or other DC power supply), wire strippers/cutters, and electrical tape. The insulated copper wire needs to be thin enough to easily wrap around the metal and long enough to wrap a few dozen times. Make sure the metal has no magnetization before beginning. Using an AC power source will also work, but is not recommended because it is high voltage and there is potential for an electric shock. Wrap the insulated wire around the piece of metal. Take the wire and leaving a tail of about an inch, tightly wrap the wire around the metal a few dozen times. The more times you wrap the coil, the stronger the magnet will be. Leave a tail at the other end of the wire as well. At this point, you should have two wires dangling off either end of the metal, with the wire coiled tightly around it. Strip the ends of the copper wire. Using the wire strippers, strip off at least ¼ inch up to ½ inch from both ends of the wire. The copper needs to be exposed so that it can come into contact with the power source and provide electricity to the system. Take care not to cut through the wire when stripping it. Connect the wires to the battery. Take one bare end of wire and wrap it around the negative terminal of the battery. Using electrical tape, secure it in place and make sure the metal of the wire is touching the wire of the terminal. With the other wire, wrap and secure it around the positive terminal of the battery. It doesn't matter which wire is connected to which terminal as long as both are securely attached to separate ones. Test the magnetism. When the battery is properly connected it will provide an electrical current that causes the iron atoms to aligned creating magnetic poles. This leads to the metal becoming magnetized. Tap the metal against some paperclips and see if it can pick them up. Some metals will remain magnetized when the battery is removed, while others, such as “soft iron” require the electric current for the magnetization.
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Gather the necessary materials. Identify the North pole of the magnet. Rub the North pole from the middle of the metal to the end. Test the magnetism. Continue rubbing the magnet against object to increase the magnetism. Gather the necessary materials. Identify north with the compass. Position the piece of metal facing north. Hit the end of the metal with the hammer. Test the magnetism of the metal. Gather the necessary materials. Wrap the insulated wire around the piece of metal. Strip the ends of the copper wire. Connect the wires to the battery. Test the magnetism.
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How to Approach a Stray Dog
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To approach a stray dog, start by making a soft clicking noise with your tongue to get the dog's attention without startling it. Then, crouch down to make yourself look smaller and less intimidating, and slowly move toward the dog. Once you're within 15 feet, gently pat the ground in front of you or hold out your hand. If it snarls or bares its teeth, slowly back away without making eye contact. Otherwise, stay still and allow the dog to smell you before moving your hand up to its shoulder and checking for identification tags.
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Beware of aggressive dogs. An aggressive dog may show specific body language indicating its aggressiveness. This might include eyes that look larger than normal, lips moved to show teeth, ears positioned up and forward, a stiff tail possibly with a slow wag, hair standing along the back, and more. Pay attention for any signs of aggression and do not approach a dog that you think may be aggressive. Avoid prolonged eye contact. Look to one side of the dog rather than staring it down. Dogs consider this to be a sign of domination. They interpret it as a kind of challenge, and it can cause the dog to think you want to fight. Just as you should avoid eye contact with the dog in general—as above—prolonged eye contact might also anger or scare the dog. Beware of dogs exhibiting symptoms of rabies. Rabies can affect all mammals—dogs included. A rabid dog might be restless, apprehensive, and aggressive. Dogs with rabies may bite or snap at anything with which it comes into contact, including people, other animals, or even inanimate objects. Rabies is spread by bites from infected animals, and an infected dog may lick or chew the bite where they were infected. The dog may also have a fever and be sensitive to light, sound, and touch—all the more reason to steer clear of an infected animal and call a professional to remove it. Because a rabid dog may have a paralyzed jaw and/or mouth, they may foam at the mouth—a familiar sign of rabies. Rabid dogs may also appear disoriented and experience seizures. Get the animal's attention. Often, making a soft clicking noise with your tongue, or talking to a stray quietly will be effective in getting a stray dog's attention. It is imperative that you do not startle or scare a stray dog, as they can become defensive and potentially attack you. Move slowly, remain calm, and use a soothing voice—doing so should keep you from scaring the dog, and thus help keep you safe too. Approach the animal very slowly. If you have gotten the dog's attention, approach very slowly, ideally from a crouching position so as to appear smaller than you are. This technique can help to make you appear less intimidating to the animal. Again, the less you scare the animal the more successful you'll be in approaching safely and effectively. Do not get down on your hands and knees, as this will make it harder for you to get away if the animal decides to attack. Only come within 10–15 feet (3.0–4.6 m) of the animal. Allow the dog to approach you. Once you have gotten close, allow the dog to come to you. You might be able to get the dog to come to you by calling to it in a soothing voice and putting out your hand if it shows interest, such as by wagging its tail. Gently pat the ground in front of you—you can also offer the dog strong-smelling food such as tuna or canned dog food to lure it into coming closer. Hold out your hand palm down. This is less threatening to most animals, and also lessens the chances of your fingers being bitten. Observe the dog's body language if it does not approach. You may slowly—very slowly—start to take a few small steps toward the animal if it seems friendly but shy. Use utmost caution here, as the dog may be frightened by you moving toward it too closely. He or she may simply run away, but they might also interpret the movement a different way and attack, so be careful. Stay calm and slowly back away if the dog snarls or bares its teeth. Do not run. The dog could interpret such an action as an invitation to chase, or, worse yet, a challenge or act of aggression. If you use caution as you back away you should be able to move away without an incident. Do not make eye contact. Move slowly. Let the dog smell your hand. This allows them to identify your scent, and acts in much the same way as the sensation of touch does for humans. In a sense, the dog smelling your hand is something like a handshake—it is getting introduced to you. Remain motionless while the dog smells your hand. Move your hand to another part of the dog. Allow the animal to finish its examination of your hand, then slowly move your hand to its shoulder. Do not pet its head, as it may scare them or cause them to bite. Remember that many animals have areas that they do not like having touched, so go slowly and allow the animal to tell you whether what you are doing is okay with its reactions, etc. Check the tags. Wait until the animal is comfortable and secure or try to contain the dog with a leash or in a fenced-in yard, then check for an identification tag. Speak softly and move slowly to avoid frightening or startling the dog. If the animal has no ID tag, call your local rescue center, vet, or somewhere the animal will be able to stay. You may even consider bringing the dog to your home if it is agreeable enough to come with you peacefully or if it is friendly. Check for microchip implant. Many dogs now routinely have microchip implants installed that contain identification numbers used to find owners. Find a veterinarian or rescue center that has a microchip implant scanner, and they will be able to tell you if the animal has a microchip implant. If they do, the owner should be able to be contacted. If they do not, you can hang found dog signs, place an ad online or in a newspaper, or consider adopting the animal for yourself.
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Beware of aggressive dogs. Avoid prolonged eye contact. Beware of dogs exhibiting symptoms of rabies. Get the animal's attention. Approach the animal very slowly. Allow the dog to approach you. Stay calm and slowly back away if the dog snarls or bares its teeth. Let the dog smell your hand. Move your hand to another part of the dog. Check the tags. Check for microchip implant.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Check-Website-Traffic
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How to Check Website Traffic
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To check traffic on your website, look at how many blog post comments you get or how many views are recorded on your video section. You can also use outside plugins and websites, like Google Analytics, Alexa, or Compete, to monitor website traffic. If you sign up for Google Analytics' free or paid format you'll get a tracking code, which will let you see when your site is visited, who visited, and how they found your page. Alternatively, you can pay for an Alexa service that will let you track things like visits, popularity rankings, and web speed.
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Access your webpage statistics. If you're using a platform like WordPress, it's very easy to access your site's stats. These features come built into the web platform for easy tracking and maintenance, and will give you an accurate picture of your webpage's traffic. If you're on WordPress, click on Dashboard, to the upper left hand side. Beneath it, you'll see several categories. Click on My Blogs. Next to your highlighted primary blog, you'll see a small icon with a graph inside of it labeled Stats. Open it to reveal your website's over all traffic. Check the number of blog post comments. One easy and free way to get a ballpark idea of how many people visit your site is to check how many people leave comments. Obviously, not everyone who visits your website will leave comments. But on average, about one in every 200 readers leaves a comment, and knowing that statistic can help you to broadly estimate your website traffic. Go to the webpage's "comments" section. If the page does not list the number of comments, count them manually. Multiply the number of comments by 200 for a ballpark average of how many viewers your page has had. Remember that this method is not 100 percent accurate. This is merely to give yourself a rough estimate, based on average percentages. Go to your homepage's video section. If you embedded YouTube or Vimeo in your website, all you need to do is go to a video and click to play it. Both YouTube and Vimeo will show how many views your video received, but only if the videos are publicly shared. If they aren't, you won't be able to see how much traffic was flowing through the site.. Look to the lower right hand side right below the video screen, and you'll see a number. That number reflects how many visitors your video has had. Keep in mind that the amount of views recorded doesn't necessarily correspond to actual views. That number includes people who briefly clicked on it and then left as well, but it should help you get a rough idea of your web traffic. Use Google Analytics. Google Analytics is one of the most popular web traffic monitoring applications available. It lets you track the route each visitor took to find your site, which can help you decide how to expand your outreach. Google Analytics has free and paid premium formats. Once you sign up for Google Analytics, you'll receive a unique tracking code. Insert that code into your pages, and Google will track when your site is visited, who visited your site, and how they found your page. Don't forget to filter out your own page visits from the traffic tracker. Chances are you visit your website fairly often, and without removing your hits from the regular traffic, you'll get very skewed results. You should also filter out junk traffic, which can further skew your results. Try Alexa. Alexa is a web information company that gives you detailed statistics for your website. You can track visits, popularity rankings, demographics reached, web speed, and more. Alexa is not free, but the services it provides allow for fast, detailed statistics and ease of use. There are a number of different plans, depending on your budget and your business's needs. Alexa can be used to track your own website or your competitors' websites. Alexa can also give you recommendations based on your webpage's traffic history and statistics. These recommendations can help you improve your page's outreach and drive more traffic to your site. Track with Compete. Compete is similar to Alexa. Compete helps you track web traffic on your site from domestic (US-based) webpage visitors. It also offers a toolbar that gives you easy access to your site's statistics at any time. Compete is not free, but the site offers a number of subscription plans. Each plan offers specific features designed to help with any level of reporting. Identify your competition. Monitoring your own site's traffic is crucial, but if you really want to improve your webpage, you should also keep tabs on your competition. Knowing what a competitor does differently on his website, and how he reaches his audience, can help you make decisions about your own webpage in the future. Search your webpage's top keywords in various online search engines. This will help give you a broad understanding of who else's websites your target audience tends to visit. The top 10 websites are likely your biggest competitors. Evaluate their websites. If your competitors are getting more web traffic, either their websites are better designed, or they are optimizing search engine queries more effectively. Compare your website with your competitors' pages, and try to learn what you can do differently to capitalize on some of their success. Utilize web traffic monitoring tools. Some of the analytical websites you can use to track your own web traffic can also be used to track your competitors' websites. Compare reviews for each tracking tool, and seek out the tools that provide the most accurate and high-quality services. Read reviews from users online, or try different tools to see for yourself which ones work best. Many paid subscription sites offer free trials, while others are free to use.
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Access your webpage statistics. Check the number of blog post comments. Go to your homepage's video section. Use Google Analytics. Try Alexa. Track with Compete. Identify your competition. Evaluate their websites. Utilize web traffic monitoring tools.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Clothing-Donations-for-Taxes
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How to Calculate Clothing Donations for Taxes
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To calculate clothing donations for taxes, calculate the fair market value, which is the price the item would currently sell for in its present state. To make this process easier, some donation centers have valuation guides on their websites. You can also check to see how much similar items would sell for in consignment stores, thrift shops, or on eBay. However, if you are claiming a deduction over $500 for an item, you may need to get a professional appraisal.
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Make sure you donate to a tax-exempt organization. You'll be able to receive a tax deduction only if you donate to a tax-exempt organization. Make sure the organization is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization registered with the IRS. Large charities like Goodwill and the Salvation Army are sure bets. If you're donating to a smaller, local organization, call them to see if you'll be qualified to get a tax deduction for your donation. If you're not sure whether an organization is tax-exempt, search the charities and nonprofits database at the IRS website: https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/. Realize, however, that some eligible organizations (such as churches) are not listed in the database. Simply giving used clothing directly to a needy person does not qualify. Donate items in good condition only. To receive a deduction, your donated items must be in good used condition or better. If not, you'll only be able to get a deduction for higher-value items worth over $500 if you get an appraisal. If you want to donate a high-value item that shows signs of wear (stains or snags, for instance), launder and repair the item before having it appraised. Document the condition of high-value items. Take digital photographs of high-value items, such as a leather coat or expensive shoes. Make sure to take pictures from different distances—up close as well as from far away. Print off the photos and keep them with your other documentation. Keep your donation receipts. When you donate items, don't just drop them off at the donation center. Ask for a receipt, preferably an itemized one, before you leave. If your donation is worth less than $250, the charity must give you a receipt showing its name and address, date and location of donation, and a reasonably detailed description of the property donated. It is not absolutely necessary to get this receipt for small donations, but it is helpful. If your donation was worth at least $250 but less than $500, you'll need a written receipt that indicates the description of the donation. The receipt must also identify any goods or services you received in exchange, along with an estimate of their value. Make an itemized list of donated items. If you can't get a receipt, then you must keep detailed written records of your donation. In any event, you should keep a detailed spreadsheet for your own records. Include the following information: organization you donated to organization's address date and location of the donation reasonably detailed description of the items (e.g., “Wal-Mart men's T-shirt, excellent condition”) approximate date of purchase purchase price how you figured the donated property's value what you received in exchange, if anything Find a valuation guide. For each item you donate, you'll need to calculate the fair market value, which is the price an item would currently fetch if there was a willing buyer and a willing seller. Some donation centers have valuation guides on their websites which make this process easy. Goodwill, for example, provides estimated values for various items. For example, Goodwill's guide states that a woman's blouse is worth between $2 and $12. Adjust the value based on the age of the item. If a blouse is a few years old, it may garner $8 rather than $12. Perform your own research. If there's no valuation guide, then you can check how much similar items have sold for in consignment stores, thrift shops, or on eBay. Write down the date and time that you checked. Value conservatively. If you try to squeeze every penny you can out of your donations, that could raise a red flag at the IRS, and they might call for an audit. It's not worth taking the chance. Determine whether to have the items appraised. Most used clothing will not need to be appraised. However, you'll need a professional appraisal if you are claiming a deduction of over $500 for an item that is in less than good condition. In this situation, you can claim the deduction only if you get an appraisal. However, you do not need to have the item appraised if it is in better than good condition. You'll also need an appraisal in the unlikely event that you donate more than $5,000 of used clothes in a year. Find a qualified appraiser. The appraiser must be someone who regularly prepares appraisals, and they should have a designation from a recognized professional appraiser organization. You can find qualified appraisers in your area in the phone book or online. Ask about their experience and their credentials. Major appraisal organizations include the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), and the American Society of Appraisers (ASA). Always remember to get a signed copy of the appraisal, which you will need to submit with your return. Add up the total fair market value of items donated. Remember that this is not the total amount that you originally paid for the items. Instead, it is their current value as used goods. Double-check your math to make sure you've arrived at the correct total. If you're uncertain that the total value of your goods was calculated correctly, consult with a local tax advisor who is familiar with assessing the fair market value of donated items. Fill out Schedule A of Form 1040. Schedule A is a page included with Form 1040 that allows you to list your itemized deductions. List the total value of your donated goods on Line 17, “Gifts to Charity.” Complete Form 8283 for goods valued at over $500. You need to complete this extra form if your donation totals more than $500. This form will ask you to give detailed information about the goods and the donation. Generally, Form 8283 does not need to be signed by an appraiser. However, you will need it signed by an appraiser if you are donating an item that is in less than good condition and you are claiming more than $500 for it. You will also need the form signed by an appraiser in the unlikely event you donate more than $5,000 of used clothes in one year. Double check the accuracy of your information. Since it's easy to claim that donated items are more valuable than they really are, the IRS may pay special attention to the itemized deductions section of your tax form. If you get audited, you'll need to have proof of your donated items' value to back up the total you listed, so don't make the mistake of exaggerating numbers or listing donations you didn't make. Don't list items for which you haven't kept good records or don't have a donation receipt. Even if you donated the item and list an accurate number for the fair market value, you won't be able to prove you made the donation if you get audited. Submit your taxes. Make a copy of your completed tax forms for your records. If necessary, be sure to include a copy of the signed appraisal you received. You do not need to submit your receipts with your tax return. However, hold onto them in case you are audited.
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Make sure you donate to a tax-exempt organization. Donate items in good condition only. Document the condition of high-value items. Keep your donation receipts. Make an itemized list of donated items. Find a valuation guide. Perform your own research. Determine whether to have the items appraised. Find a qualified appraiser. Add up the total fair market value of items donated. Fill out Schedule A of Form 1040. Complete Form 8283 for goods valued at over $500. Double check the accuracy of your information. Submit your taxes.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Write-the-Date-in-Spanish
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How to Write the Date in Spanish
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To write the date in Spanish, start by writing the day first, then follow it with the month and the year. The numerals can be separated by periods, dashes, or slashes, just make sure you are consistent with your choice. Unlike in English and many other languages, you don't need to capitalize the names of the months in Spanish. Instead, use all lower-case letters when writing out the months!
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Put the day first. In Spanish, unlike in English, you write the date by putting the day first, followed by the month and then the year. The numerals can be separated by periods, dashes, or slashes. For example, if you wanted to write the date December 30, 2017 on a document, you might write "30/12/2017" or "30-12-2017." Write the date out in long form. Use the same "day, month, year" format when you're writing the date out. The day and year are represented by numerals, while the month is spelled out. The elements of the date are separated by the word "de," translated as "of." For example, if you wanted to write the date "October 3, 2017" in Spanish, you would write "3 de octubre de 2017" (literal translation: third of October of 2017). There's no need for a comma in Spanish as there is in English. Don't capitalize the name of the month. In Spanish, unlike in English and some other languages, there is no need to capitalize the month name. When you're writing the date, make sure the month is all lower-case. For example, you would want to write "3 de octubre de 2017" and not "3 de Octubre de 2017." Write "primero" for the first of the month. Typically when you're writing the long form of a date in Spanish, you'll use a numeral for the day. This changes with the first of the month, when the word "primero" (meaning "first") typically is used. For example, you could write January 1st as "primero de enero." If you wanted to write the first of the month with a numeral, you would use a "1" followed by a superscripted "o," like this: 1º de enero de 2017. Abbreviate the date using letters and numbers. Each month of the year has a three-letter shortened form in Spanish. Occasionally you will see the date written with this numerals for the day and year with this three-letter abbreviation for the month. For each month, the three-letter abbreviation used is the first three letters of the name of that month. For example, you might see the date "July 11, 2017" abbreviated in Spanish as "11-jul-2017." You could also write the date like "11/7/2017." Write the months in Spanish. If you want to write the long form of a date, you need to know and be able to spell the names of each of the months in Spanish. Knowing how to spell the names of the months also is essential to recognize the abbreviated form of the name. January is enero. February is febrero. March is marzo. April is abril. May is mayo. June is junio. July is julio. August is agosto. September is septiembre. October is octubre. November is noviembre. December is diciembre. Learn the words for numbers in Spanish. It's true that you don't need to write out the word for the day of the week when writing the date in Spanish. But understanding how the words are spelled will help you when you're reading a written date aloud. The first day of the month can be written as "uno" ("one"), "el primer día" ("the first day"), or "el primero" ("the first"). Two is dos. Three is tres. Four is cuatro. Five is cinco. Six is seis. Seven is siete. Eight is ocho. Nine is nueve. Ten is diez. Learn the words for numbers after 10. Since there are as many as 31 days in a month, you can't stop learning the numbers at 10. In Spanish, the numbers 11 through 15 have their own names, while the names for the rest of the numbers follow a pattern. If you don't already know number words in Spanish , reading and writing dates can be a good way to practice. Write the year in full if you want to practice your skills. Just as you don't typically have to write out the day in Spanish, you certainly shouldn't ever have a need to write out the year in words. But it's still helpful to understand it so you'll say the date correctly. Spell the year out in thousands and hundreds. For example, the year "1900" would be spelled out in Spanish as "mil novecientos," which translates literally to "one thousand, nine hundred." There is no Spanish equivalent to the phrase "nineteen hundred," which is how you would say it in English. Follow with the tens and ones after the thousands and hundreds. For example, you would write out the year "1752" in Spanish as "mil setecientos cincuenta y dos." Spell out the days of the week. Sometimes when you're writing a date, you also want to include the day of the week that date falls on. As with the months of the year, the days of the week are not capitalized in Spanish as they are in English. Sunday is domingo. Monday is lunes. Tuesday is martes. Wednesday is miércoles. Thursday is jueves. Friday is viernes. Saturday is sábado. Refer to days of the week without dates. When you're writing about a particular date, or especially about several dates, you may find it more convenient to use other words such as "today" or "tomorrow." These words make your writing seem more natural and easy to understand. For "today," write "hoy." Yesterday is ayer , while "tomorrow" in Spanish is "mañana." The word for "week" in Spanish is "semana." If you want to write "the weekend," you would write "el fin de semana." Refer to "this week" as "esta semana" and "last week" as "la semana pasada." If you want to write about "next week," use the phrase "la semana que viene," which literally translated means "the week that comes." Mention the season. When you're writing about a date, you also might find it relevant to talk about the season in which that date falls. Keep in mind that south of the equator, the seasons are the opposite of those north of the equator. Write "la primavera" to refer to spring. Use "el verano" to write about the summer. Write "el otoño" when writing about autumn. Use "el invierno" when you're writing about winter. Ask about the date in Spanish. The question "¿Cuál es la fecha de hoy?" is used when you need to know what the date is. For example, if you were writing a story in Spanish, you might need to have a character ask the date. You can also ask "¿Qué día es hoy?" You typically use this question, which means "what day is today?", when you want to know what day of the week it is. But it also can be used in some circumstances to ask for the date, similarly to English.
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Put the day first. Write the date out in long form. Don't capitalize the name of the month. Write "primero" for the first of the month. Abbreviate the date using letters and numbers. Write the months in Spanish. Learn the words for numbers in Spanish. Learn the words for numbers after 10. Write the year in full if you want to practice your skills. Spell out the days of the week. Refer to days of the week without dates. Mention the season. Ask about the date in Spanish.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Line-Up-Your-Beard
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How to Line Up Your Beard
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To line up your beard, you'll need to make a straight cheek line and shave a clear neckline. First, imagine a straight line running from your sideburns to your mustache along your cheekbone. Then, trim the hair above the line with clippers. If you want the line to be very defined, round off the transition points at your sideburn and mustache. Otherwise, just round off the points where your beard ends for a more natural look. When it comes to your neckline, imagine a line running from one ear to the other. Find the mid-point on this line by placing 2 fingers just above your Adam's apple. Shave downwards from your fingers with the trimmer. Work in both directions to get rid of all the hair below your jawline. Finally, trim a line running down the back of your sideburn closest to your ear to the bottom of your beard.
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Shampoo and condition your beard. Starting with a clean, soft beard will help you achieve clean beard lines. Use a mild shampoo, then follow up with a conditioner made specifically for beard hair. Rinse thoroughly and pat your face dry with a clean towel. Allow your beard hair to dry fully before you trim it. Never trim a wet beard! Wet hair looks longer than dry hair, so if you start trimming while it's still wet, it's easy to trim off way too much. Let your beard air dry completely, or use a blow dryer on a low setting to dry the hair. If you have sensitive skin, skip the blow dryer. It can aggravate the skin beneath your beard. Invest in a wide-toothed comb and beard trimmer. To properly line up and trim your beard, you need the right tools. A good wide-toothed comb and quality beard trimmer are essential. If you have a good pair of clippers, you can use those instead of a beard trimmer. For daily maintenance, you might want to pick up a pair of professional barber's scissors, too. Comb through your beard. Using a wide-toothed comb, gently detangle your beard hair thoroughly. Comb the hair into its usual place. This gets everything organized before you start creating your beard lines and helps ensure clean, even results. Visualize a straight line from your sideburn to your mustache. This line should follow the natural line of your cheek. You want the line to be straight, starting at the bottom of your sideburn (point A) and ending at the edge of your mustache (point B). Identify specific points for A and B; don't generalize. Draw a straight line from point to point with a white pencil (optional). If you're worried you can't create clean lines just by visualizing them, pick up a white pencil to draw yourself a guideline on each cheek. You can use a white eyeliner pencil, or hop online and order a barber's pencil. Trim the hair above one cheek line with a trimmer or clippers. For a clean and defined line, don't use a guard for this. Carefully trim the hair above the visualized (or drawn) cheek line. Shave downward, with the grain of your hair, starting at the sideburn (point A) and working your way down your face right next to your mustache (point B). Round off the transition points if desired. If you want a very defined and angular look, don't worry about rounding off the transition points at your sideburn and mustache. For a softer, more natural line, round off the edges at the point where the beard meets your sideburn, and again at the point where it meets the edge of your mustache. Repeat on your other cheek. Always do one cheek first, and then refer back to it as you're working on the other cheek to make sure things are even. Avoid going back and forth from cheek to cheek, which can result in you trimming off too much of your beard. Make the sides as even as you can, but don't stress over absolute perfection. Trim your cheek lines every 1-2 days for the cleanest results. If you want to keep your lines defined and sharp, you are probably going to have to do routine maintenance and clean up every other day. If your hair grows very fast, you may even need to do this daily. Visualize a line that runs from ear to ear. Imagine a line that starts behind one ear (point A), curves down to the top of your neck (right below your jaw), then back up to the back of the opposite ear (point B). The ideal neckline extends down from the curve of the ear. You can always use the white pencil to draw guidelines if you need them. Locate the midpoint right above your Adam’s apple. Place two fingers above your Adam's apple, right below your chin. This will help you locate point C, the midpoint between point A and B. The midpoint is typically 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm) above the Adam's apple, right between your head and neck. Place the trimmer at point C and shave downward. This is a good place to start with the neck line. Place the clippers or trimmer right at point C, above your Adam's apple, and shave downward. Go down as far as necessary to remove all the hair from your neck area below point C. Work outwards from point C. Starting at the freshly shaved midpoint, work outward, either to the right or left, and start eliminating all of the hair below the jawline. Remember to follow the line that runs from point A to point B. Avoid creating an overly rounded line – it should curve gently. Return to the center and work outward on the other side. Once you have one side cleaned up, return to the midpoint. Then repeat the exact same movements to create the neck line beneath your other jaw. Round off the intersection where the sideburn and neck line meet. Imagine another line that goes straight down from your sideburn. It should start at the back edge of your sideburn (the part closest to your ear) and go straight down to meet your jawline to bisect the ear-to-ear line. Use the trimmers to round the intersection off on both sides. If you prefer an angular look or want to create a more square-shaped jaw, skip rounding off the intersections. Trim your neck line every 1-2 days for the cleanest results. To keep your neck line defined, clean up the lines every other day. If your hair grows very fast, you may even need to do this daily. For a more natural look, you can do it every three or four days.
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Shampoo and condition your beard. Allow your beard hair to dry fully before you trim it. Invest in a wide-toothed comb and beard trimmer. Comb through your beard. Visualize a straight line from your sideburn to your mustache. Draw a straight line from point to point with a white pencil (optional). Trim the hair above one cheek line with a trimmer or clippers. Round off the transition points if desired. Repeat on your other cheek. Trim your cheek lines every 1-2 days for the cleanest results. Visualize a line that runs from ear to ear. Locate the midpoint right above your Adam’s apple. Place the trimmer at point C and shave downward. Work outwards from point C. Return to the center and work outward on the other side. Round off the intersection where the sideburn and neck line meet. Trim your neck line every 1-2 days for the cleanest results.
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How to Tell the Difference Between Eczema and Psoriasis
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Eczema and psoriasis are both conditions that affect your skin, but they have slightly different symptoms. Although they both give you red spots, eczema tends to have a brown tint to it, and it can make your skin dry and flaky. Eczema often occurs on your hands, wrists, feet, ankles, upper chest, eyelids, and cheeks. The red patches of psoriasis are often covered with silver or white scales. It usually forms on your knees, elbows, lower back, and scalp, but it can occur anywhere. Although eczema can itch, psoriasis is often more painful with burning sensations or soreness. Eczema tends to start in childhood, while psoriasis usually appears when you're a teenager or adult.
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Monitor for red-brown patches. Eczema and psoriasis both cause red patches on the skin; however, eczema has red patches that may also have a brownish or gray tint to them. The skin may also be covered in smaller bumps that are filled with fluid or that are crusty. The red patches of skin may be covered in raised bumps that look like goosebumps. The affected skin may thicken or develop knots. The color may be darker or lighter depending on the type of eczema, how long it has been affecting you, or how serious the flare up is. Check for dry skin. Eczema often makes your skin dry. Your skin may be flaky or peel off when scratched. In extreme cases, the skin may be cracked because it is so dry. The skin may crack and ooze a clear substance. The cracked skin may lead to skin infections. Identify where eczema occurs. Eczema often occurs on the hands, wrists, feet, ankles, upper chest, eyelids, and cheeks. You may also see it on areas of the body that bend, like the inside of the elbows or knees. In babies, eczema tends to start as red, wavy plaques on the face, especially on the cheeks. It might also appear on the scalp and the outer areas of the arms and legs. Later in childhood, eczema will become more localized in the arms, especially the bend of the elbow, as well as the bend of the knee, and sometimes the neck and face. Look for red patches of skin. The most common symptom of psoriasis is thick, scaly, raised red patches of skin. The patches of red skin are covered with silver-colored or white scales. A different type of psoriasis may have small red spots all over the skin. Psoriasis may also cause swollen red areas of the skin or bumps with pus. The raised scaly patches of skin are extremely dry. The patches may crack and bleed. Pus-filled bumps will dry out and may turn brown or become scaly. Notice the areas where afflicted. Where the red areas appear on your skin depends on the type of psoriasis you have. Psoriasis can happen pretty much any place on your body. If you have the large, thick silvery-red scales, this can be anywhere, including your mouth or genitals. Mostly it forms on the knees, elbows, lower back, and scalp. Guttate psoriasis causes small red bumps mostly occur on the torso, back, arms, legs, and scalp. Inverse psoriasis gives you patches of red skin along the folds of your skin, such as on your armpits, groin, under the breasts, along your buttocks, and around your genitals. You may also get psoriasis of the nails or hands. Pustular psoriasis may only affect the palms or the soles of the feet. In babies, psoriasis may occur first on the face or the diaper area. In children and adults, you're more likely to see it on the knees and elbows. Check for pain. Psoriasis sometimes causes pain. The red patches on your skin may have a burning sensation or become sore and tender. Some bumps may cause blisters that are painful to touch or throb. You may also experience swollen or painful joints. Some psoriasis may leave the skin feeling raw and achy. Psoriasis tends to be less itchy than eczema. Determine if there was a related cause. Some psoriasis may occur after or alongside other conditions. Some types of psoriasis, such as the small red bumps, may show up after certain illnesses like strep throat. Some forms of psoriasis may be accompanied by fever, fatigue, chills, muscle weakness, or an overall feeling of sickness. Some types of psoriasis are accompanied by rapid heart rates or a rapid pulse. Notice when it occurs. Eczema and psoriasis affect people at different times in their life. This can help you determine which condition the person has. Eczema is common in babies and young children. Psoriasis is common in young adults or the elderly. If the condition starts in childhood, it's probably eczema, but if it starts as a teenager or adult, it's more than likely psoriasis. Eczema may occur in adults, but it mostly occurs in small children. Generally, the eczema gets better as the child grows up. Psoriasis is most common between the ages of 15 and 30. It may also begin between the ages of 50 and 60. Determine the cause. Eczema and psoriasis are triggered by different things. Psoriasis is caused by an unknown underlying reason, but some factors like stress, cold weather, damage to the skin, or medication side effects may cause it. Eczema occurs as a reaction to environmental factors. For example, eczema may occur if a person is exposed to allergens like pet dander or hair, jewelry metal, fragrances, detergents, or stress. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic factors and experiencing a trigger, such as a stressful event; strep throat; cold, dry weather; or a cut, scratch or sunburn. Notice the intensity of the itching. Both psoriasis and eczema can cause skin discomfort. The difference in the intensity of the discomfort or itching can provide some insight on which condition the person has. If you have psoriasis, itching the skin may cause the skin or inflamed area to thicken. Psoriasis may be accompanied by mild or moderate itching; however, with psoriasis the skin or area may be painful to touch. If it's eczema, the itching may be intense or severe, especially at night. The itching may keep someone up because it's so bad.
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Monitor for red-brown patches. Check for dry skin. Identify where eczema occurs. Look for red patches of skin. Notice the areas where afflicted. Check for pain. Determine if there was a related cause. Notice when it occurs. Determine the cause. Notice the intensity of the itching.
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How to Get Respect from Your Boyfriend or Guyfriend
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You can encourage your boyfriend or guyfriend to respect you by setting healthy boundaries and respecting yourself. If he does something that bothers you, calmly tell him how you feel about it so you're both on the same page. You should also set healthy boundaries with him so he knows what you're uncomfortable with. For example, if your boyfriend's always checking who you're with when you're out with friends, let him know that you need him to trust you when you're apart. Don't forget to show him as much respect as you want back, which will encourage him to reciprocate. However, if your boyfriend or guyfriend keeps overstepping your boundaries and not giving you basic respect, it might be time to reconsider the relationship.
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Practice the ABC's of respect. The ABC's of respect stands for awareness, balance, and choices. Remembering the ABC's can help you make sure your relationship remains respectful over time. Awareness means staying aware of yourself and your feelings. Always consider how a behavior makes you feel and take note of any gestures, behaviors, or language that makes you feel less than respected. Balance means respect should be mutual. You want to make sure you're giving your boyfriend or guy friend respect in return. Encourage him to open up to you and let him know he can always tell you if you do something that rubs him the wrong way. Choices means being conscious about the decisions you make. Make choices with a sense of self-respect in mind. Do not agree to do anything in a relationships that violates your comfort, ethics, or moral code. Have your own sense of self. One major way to get respect is to be your own person. If you rely on your boyfriend or guyfriend to make decisions for you, you may leave yourself vulnerable for disrespect. Do not hesitate to be yourself in a relationship and do not let a male friend or boyfriend dictate your taste, hobbies, friendships, and other aspects of your life. Continue to pursue your own interests outside of the relationship. If you're in school, for example, keep up with your course work and make learning and grades a priority. A respectful partner will want someone who is independent and not reliant on them. If you want your boyfriend or guyfriend to respect you, make it clear you're capable of going your own way and making your own decisions. Identify your own personal needs. In a relationship, you have to make your needs known. If your boyfriend or guyfriend is getting in the way of your needs, this is an issue to discuss. However, you must first know what your needs are. What do you need to feel emotionally stable and happy? How can your boyfriend or guyfriend help you meet these needs? It may be helpful to sit down and write on this subject for awhile. Allow your thoughts to flow (don't worry about spelling or grammar) as you write about when you feel most fulfilled and happy. Ask yourself what makes you feel fulfilled. Do you need a lot of time to focus on a passion? Do you need to spend time with others to feel fulfilled? How can your boyfriend or guyfriend help you feel fulfilled? Maybe you need space from him in some areas of your life. Think about activities, events, and behaviors you say "yes" to when you don't really want to. You do not have to do anything you do not want to do, even in a relationship. Think about what you need to do in regards to self-care and how your boyfriend can support that. For example, maybe you need to be physically fit to feel like you're caring for yourself. You may want your boyfriend to allow you time to go to the gym each day. Consider whether it is your boyfriend or guyfriend who gets in the way, or if you are getting in your own way. Speak up when something bothers you. Remember, you have a right to feel respected at all times. If your boyfriend or guyfriend violates a boundary or need, speak up right away. The sooner you address the issue, the better. It is healthy to talk things over if someone is bothering or disrespecting you. This is better than keeping your anger to yourself, which could lead to a blow up down the road. If you feel your boyfriend has disrespected you, say so calmly. For example, "I really don't like it when you tease me in front of your friends. It makes me feel disrespected." If you have a hard time speaking up, consider working with a therapist or counselor to help you become more assertive. Evaluate your limits and feelings. Everyone has personal limits. There may be behaviors and actions that make you feel uncomfortable, disrespected, or otherwise negative. Before trying to establish healthy boundaries, identify where your limits are. What are you willing to do for your boyfriend and what is too much? Think about times you've felt taken advantage of by your boyfriend. What behaviors led to these feelings? For example, maybe your boyfriend borrows money from you a lot and this makes you feel uncomfortable. Remember, your feelings are valid. Everyone has limits, so do not feel bad for yours. For example, maybe you do make more money than your boyfriend and can afford to lend him money; however, this does not mean this is required of you, especially if you don't like the tension money creates in a relationship. Recognize your right to healthy boundaries. Just because you are able to do something does not mean you have to do it. Before setting boundaries , recognize you are entitled to them. Everyone has a right to set up personal boundaries in a relationship to feel safe and respected. Remind yourself of this before talking over boundaries with your boyfriend. Do not go into the conversation feeling guilty for requesting boundaries. Be direct during the conversation. It's important your boyfriend or guyfriend understand your boundaries on no uncertain terms. Boundaries are an important personal right, so make yourself as clear and direct as possible when discussing your own personal boundaries. For example, do not say, "I guess I just get a little uncomfortable lending you money a lot. Sorry, but I just worry it could create tension, so maybe you could borrow from someone else sometimes?" Instead, state yourself clearly. Set concrete limits that your boyfriend can clearly understand. For example, "I don't want to lend you money anymore. I feel money can create tension in a relationship and I worry about resentment building if this becomes a habit. Please do not ask me for money anymore." Be assertive. Sometimes, people will not understand your boundaries right away. Your boyfriend may violate your boundaries in the future, even after you've made yourself clear. In this case, be assertive and restate your boundaries again. Let your boyfriend or guyfriend know when they've crossed a line. Remind them you have already told them about your boundaries and they need to respect them. For example, your boyfriend asks to borrow money for groceries after you've explained that you're not lending him money anymore. Calmly say something like, "We talked about this, remember? I don't feel comfortable lending you money all the time. I can't help you." Reflect on your past and present. Once you've stated boundaries, some personal reflection can be helpful. You want to make sure your relationships are healthy and reciprocal. Some people have a history of letting others violate their boundaries, so think about your own personal history to make sure you know how to prioritize yourself. Think about the types of relationships you've had in the past. Are you prone to friendships and romantic relationships that feel one-sided? If so, you may need to work no prioritizing your feelings a little more. Consider your role in your family growing up. Were you frequently in caregiver roles? If so, you may sometime forget to practice self care. If you continue to struggle to prioritize yourself, it may be helpful to work with a therapist or counselor. Show respect in return. Remember, respect is a two way street. If you want your boyfriend or guyfriend to respect you, show him respect as well. Make sure you listen to your boyfriend's boundaries as well. If a certain behavior bothers him, for example, do not engage in it. Know and support your boyfriend's needs. If he's more introverted and needs alone time on occasion, for example, make sure to back off and let him be by himself when necessary. Work as a team. Think of you and your boyfriend as two unique, interesting individuals. Your relationship should be about teamwork. Your boyfriend and you each bring your own skills to the team and work together to solve problems and deal with obstacles. Be willing to compromise. A big part of teamwork is compromising on occasion. If you and your boyfriend don't see completely eye-to-eye on something, figure out a mutual solution that works for both of you. Have a clear sense of privacy. Everyone has a different sense of privacy. You may not mind your boyfriend looking at your phone or computer, for example, but he may want to keep his electronic devices private. Make sure you both understand and respect one another's need for privacy. Talk about issues with privacy as they come up. For example, "I need to look something up. Is it okay if I use your phone or would you prefer I stayed off of it?" Manage differences respectfully. You should never let resentment simmer in a relationship. If there are differences or disagreements, talk them over respectfully as they come up. If your boyfriend has complaints of concerns, listen to them without judgment and apologize if you hurt his feelings. You should also expect this kind of treatment in return.
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Practice the ABC's of respect. Have your own sense of self. Identify your own personal needs. Speak up when something bothers you. Evaluate your limits and feelings. Recognize your right to healthy boundaries. Be direct during the conversation. Be assertive. Reflect on your past and present. Show respect in return. Work as a team. Have a clear sense of privacy. Manage differences respectfully.
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How to Make Chainmail
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To make chainmail, start by making small metal rings by wrapping wire around a metal rod, and snipping off circles with a wire cutter. Then, thread 4 rings onto a red ring before closing all the rings with pliers. Next, thread 2 closed rings onto another red ring, then hook that red ring to 2 of the rings in the original loop. Finally, repeat this step until the piece of chainmail is as big as you want it.
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Choose a weave that you like. If you're just getting started on making chainmail, go for an easier weave. You can pick from the European 4 in 1, the European 6 in 1, the Box Chain, the Full Persian, the Half Persian, or Butted chainmail. As you get better at making chainmail, you can move onto tougher weaves. Pick out wire or pre-made rings. Now you can decide whether you will make your own rings from wire or purchase pre-made wire rings. Rings are available in a variety of combinations of inside diameters (distance between the inside edges of the ring--abbreviated to ID) and gauges (wire thickness, or wire diameter [abbreviated WD]). The relationship between these two numbers, using the formula ID/WD, is the aspect ratio (abbreviated AR). Bigger rings will cover an area with fewer rings and less weight, but the texture will be coarser, regardless of AR. Rings with a larger AR will not be as strong as smaller AR rings of the same material, regardless of the material. Wire of a thicker gauge will be more durable, but also weigh more and be harder to work with. Materials for rings are not limited to plain iron or steel. You can also get rings in galvanized steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, inconel, niobium, silver, gold, and rubber. You can also get rings in a variety of colors and create many different inlays with them. An easy source of wire to get started is coat hangers. They are fairly easy to bend. The downside is that you have to cut your own rings and the result is not very strong. You can also find wire in the Fencing section of the hardware store. Gather your pliers and a metal rod. If you aren't working about marring or scratching the rings, get 2 pairs of needle nose pliers with teeth. If you want to keep the rings pristine, get some needle nose pliers without teeth. You should also grab a ⁄ 2 in (1.3 cm) metal or wooden dowel. If you're working with super thin or small wire (like for jewelry), you can use tweezers instead of pliers. Your metal or wooden rod can be almost anything, as long as it's about ⁄ 2 in (1.3 cm) in diameter. Wind the wire firmly around a rod. Place the end of your wire on your metal or wooden rod and slowly wind it up. The goal here is to get as many rings as possible that are even in size and shape, so try to be consistent with your winding. You may need to control one or both ends with pliers. Aim for even, consistent loops and try to avoid putting tight kinks in the wire. If the wire came in a coil or spool, wind with the curvature that the wire already has. For making large quantities, make a small hole in the rod to fasten the wire and use a drill to rotate the rod. If you do this, wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. Cut the rings out with wire cutters. Slide your spool of wire off the rod and carry it over to a workbench or table. Cut off the end of the wire that isn't in a full ring, then start carefully snipping rings out of the spool. Aim for full, 360 degree rings that are cut evenly. Try to hold your wire cutters at a slight angle so they're easier to cut. If you're worried about the rings flying everywhere, put on eye protection. Keep all the rings that you're cutting out in the same place. Thread 4 rings onto a fifth ring. Grab 4 of your rings and thread them onto 1 ring that's slightly open in the center. Once they're all threaded, close the fifth ring using your needle nose pliers. To open and close the rings, always twist the ends of the ring away from each other. If you pull them straight away from each other, your ring won't be round anymore. This is the first chain in your chainmail. Arrange the 5 rings in an alternating pattern. Keep the top ring on top and spread out the 4 rings around it with 2 under and 2 over. It looks a little silly right now, but that's only because you haven't added the rest of your pattern. It's very important to be working on a flat surface so you can spread out your chainmail as you go. Thread 2 more rings onto a separate ring. Grab 3 rings total and open 1 up. Slide the other 2 onto the third ring, but don't close it just yet! This is where you'll start to build your weave pattern. Loop the open ring through the bottom of the 5 rings. Head over to the 5 rings you laid out on the table and loop the 1 open ring you still have through the bottom 2 rings. Close the open ring with needle nose pliers so it stays shut, then arrange the rings into a flat repeating pattern. Make sure the pattern always looks even so your chainmail will be symmetrical. Keep attaching new loops until your chain is long enough. You can use up the rest of the rings in your rod, make more, or stop when you've only used some of them. Keep opening up 1 ring and attaching 2 rings to it, then slipping it onto the bottom 2 rings of your last weave. When you're done, make sure your pattern is laid out flat on the table and that everything repeats evenly. The length of the strip depends on what you're making with the chainmail. For clothing, you'll want a large strip; for jewelry or small items, you can use your discretion. Build the next row by attaching rings to the side of the strip. Now it's time to add some width to your chainmail. Grab 2 closed rings and put them onto 1 open ring, just like you did before. Loop the open right through the top 2 rings from the first row, then spread the rings out so they're side by side with the strip you've been building. Make sure that all of the rings are oriented the same way. Continue down the line to complete this new row. To match the row you already did, keep adding 2 rings to 1 open ring, then attaching them to the side of your first row of chainmail. When you reach the bottom of the row, you can stop. Add new rows until your chainmail is as thick as you want it to be. If you're making a shirt, you'll probably need at least 7 rows, if not more. If you're going for jewelry, 1 or 2 rows might be enough. Keep adding rows of chainmail until you've got enough of them to make your project. If you want to make a chainmail shirt, you'll need to make an entire new piece of chainmail for the back of the shirt too. Then, you can connect them with rings down either side. Create a strip of European 4 in 1. If you thought you could skip out on the European weave, you're out of luck. To start your box chain, make a strip of chainmail in the European 4 in 1 style just slightly longer than you'd like your box chain weave to be. This means that you'll need to wind the wire and use wire cutters to create loops, then attach them together 3 rings at a time. The box chain is great for making jewelry, but not so great for shirts or armor. Fold the last 4 rings upwards. With your strip of chainmail spread flat, grab the last 4 rings at the bottom of the strip and fold them so they're sitting on their sides. This should now look like a flat strip with 2 hanging rings on the bottom and 2 hanging rings on the side. From above, the bottom 4 rings might look like an arrow pointing upwards at the rest of the strip. Loop an open ring through the upturned 4 rings. Grab a new ring and open it up with your needle nose pliers. Thread it through all 4 of the rings that you turned upwards, then close the open ring. This new ring will sit on top of the strip of chainmail you already have. Fold up the next 2 outside rings. Take a look at your strip of chainmail and find the 2 rings on the outer edges. Flip those rings up so they're on their sides, just like you did with the first 4 rings. Seeing a pattern here? This is how you'll get your rings to stand up on their own. Thread an open ring through the closest 4 rings. Open up a new ring with your needle nose pliers and thread it through the 2 rings you just flipped up as well as the 2 rings behind them. Now, you'll have a linked pattern of upturned rings in a row. You can close the open ring with needle nose pliers when you're done. It's super important to thread the new ring through both the 2 that you flipped up and the 2 behind it. That way, all of the rings will stay connected. Keep going until you’ve connected your entire strip. Now, you can head up the strip of your chainmail, flipping up the outside 2 rings and threading a new right through the closest 4. When you're done, you'll have a strip of block chain chainmail that's perfect for bracelets, necklaces, or dangly earrings. If you're new to chainmail, be patient with yourself! These skills take time to learn, and you might not get it perfect on your first try. Make a chainmail shirt out of a European 4 in 1. Start by measuring the width and length of your torso so you know how much chainmail to make. Then, measure the length from your waist up to your armpits. Create a European 4 in 1 weave that spans the length and width of your torso from your armpits down, then add a longer strip on either side to make sleeves. The most time-consuming part of making a chainmail shirt is attaching all of the loops, since you need so many of them. You can find free chainmail shirt patterns online if you need a more specific guide. Use the box chain to make bracelets or necklaces. The box chain weave is perfect for creating flashy jewelry that you can show off. When you're done with your strip, just connect the 2 ends using an open loop, then put it on your wrist or your neck. If you do want to wear your chainmail as jewelry, consider using colored metallic rings to make it stand out more. Make a keyring out of a box chain weave. Once you complete your strip (try to make it about 3 to 4 in (7.6 to 10.2 cm) long), simply attach a keyring to one end and a carabiner to the other. Now you have a cute way to show off your chainmail creation while giving it a function as well. Try using alternating ring colors, like blue and silver, to make your keyring more interesting.
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Choose a weave that you like. Pick out wire or pre-made rings. Gather your pliers and a metal rod. Wind the wire firmly around a rod. Cut the rings out with wire cutters. Thread 4 rings onto a fifth ring. Arrange the 5 rings in an alternating pattern. Thread 2 more rings onto a separate ring. Loop the open ring through the bottom of the 5 rings. Keep attaching new loops until your chain is long enough. Build the next row by attaching rings to the side of the strip. Continue down the line to complete this new row. Add new rows until your chainmail is as thick as you want it to be. Create a strip of European 4 in 1. Fold the last 4 rings upwards. Loop an open ring through the upturned 4 rings. Fold up the next 2 outside rings. Thread an open ring through the closest 4 rings. Keep going until you’ve connected your entire strip. Make a chainmail shirt out of a European 4 in 1. Use the box chain to make bracelets or necklaces. Make a keyring out of a box chain weave.
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How to Make a Funnel Cake
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To make a funnel cake, beat 3 eggs in a bowl, then add 1/2 cup of sugar and 2 cups of milk. Next, sift 2 cups of flower, 1/3 teaspoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of baking powder before adding the dry mixture to the eggs. Then, stopper the funnel with your finger as you fill it with one cup of batter. Heat some vegetable oil in a pan, then remove your finger from the funnel so you can spread the batter in a funnel pattern in the pan. Fry the batter until it's golden brown, sprinkle it with sugar, and serve!
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Beat 3 eggs. Beat the eggs thoroughly until the whites and yolk are combined. Add the sugar and the milk to the eggs. Add 1/2 cup of sugar and 2 cups of milk to the eggs and stir the ingredients thoroughly to combine them. Sift the flour, salt, and the baking powder. Sift 2 cups of flour, 1/3 tsp. of salt, and 2 tsp. of baking powder together. Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture. Add more flour to the egg mixture and continue to beat it in until all of the flour is incorporated into the egg mixture. The batter should be smooth and not too thick. Put your finger in the bottom opening of the funnel and fill it with one cup of batter. Place the cup of batter in the bottom of the funnel. Heat 4 tbsp. of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. The vegetable oil will fry the funnel cake and give it a rich texture and taste. Pour the batter into the oil in the pan. Remove your finger from the funnel and swirl it around in a circular motion, or in a criss-cross motion, until you've made a funnel cake patter that fills the pan and is about the size of an ordinary plate. Fry one side of the batter until it's golden brown. This should take no more than 2-3 minutes. Use a pair of tongs to check when the batter is golden brown. Flip the batter over and fry the other side. Use the tongs to flip the batter over and fry it until it's golden brown just like the first side. This should take less time than it did for the first side to fry -- just about one minute. Remove the funnel cake and drain it on a paper towel. Let the paper towel soak in the additional grease for at least a minute. You can flip over the funnel cake to evenly drain both sides. Sprinkle the top of the funnel cake with powdered sugar. Sprinkle as much powdered sugar on the funnel cake as you like. Serve. Enjoy this funnel cake immediately, while it's hot. Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC). Cook a 9 x 13" baking sheet with cooking spray. Place a wire rack over waxed paper or over a large tray and set it aside. Combine the water, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan. Combine 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of butter, and 1/8 tsp. of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring the ingredients to a boil. Add the flour to the mixture. Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour to the mixture and stir it vigorously to combine the ingredients. Continue to cook the ingredients and stir them until the mixture forms a ball. Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes. Add 4 eggs to the mixture, one at a time. Wait for the first egg to be fully incorporated before adding the next one. Beat the ingredients well with a wooden spoon after you add each egg. Spoon the dough into a large resealable plastic bag, Use scissors to snip a 1/4 to 1/2" hole in one corner of the bag. Pipe the dough into twelve 3-4" circles on the baking sheet. Make swirls, criss-cross patterns, or just free form patterns into the small circles to make them resemble funnel cakes. Bake the ingredients for about 20 minutes. When the funnel cake is ready, it should be puffed and golden brown. Transfer it to a wire rack. Sift 2 tbsp. of powdered sugar over the warm cakes. Serve. Enjoy this baked funnel cake while it's warm. Boil the water, butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt together in a saucepan. Boil 1 cup of water, 6 tbsp. of butter, 1 tbsp. of granulated sugar, 1 tbsp. of brown sugar, and 1/8 tsp. of salt together in a saucepan. Add the flour to the saucepan. Stir the ingredients until they are thoroughly incorporated. The dough should form a ball. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and allow it to cool for 3-4 minutes. This will slightly thicken the ingredients. Set the mixer to the lowest speed and add the eggs one at a time. Add all four eggs to the ingredients, one at a time, waiting for one egg to be completely incorporated before adding the next egg to the mixture. When you're finished, the mixture should be nice and smooth. Put the dough in a piping bad with a number 12 tip. This will give the funnel cake the perfect thickness. Heat 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) of vegetable oil in a heavy pan or deep fryer. Wait at least one minute for the oil to heat up. Pipe the dough into the oil. You can swirl the dough, criss cross it, or just create a free-form pattern. Make the funnel cake pattern about ten inches wide. You can repeat this process with the excess batter later. Cook the dough until it's brown. Cook the first side for 3-4 minutes until it's brown and then use a spatula to flip it over to the other side. Cook the other side until it's brown too -- this should take at least another minute. Remove the cake from the oil and drain it. Use a spatula to move the dough onto a plate covered with a paper towel and wait at least one minute for the excess oil to drain onto the paper towel. Sprinkle the top of the dough with confectioner's sugar. Add as much sugar as you'd like. Serve. Enjoy this tasty extra sweet funnel cake while it's hot.
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Beat 3 eggs. Add the sugar and the milk to the eggs. Sift the flour, salt, and the baking powder. Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture. Put your finger in the bottom opening of the funnel and fill it with one cup of batter. Heat 4 tbsp. Pour the batter into the oil in the pan. Fry one side of the batter until it's golden brown. Flip the batter over and fry the other side. Remove the funnel cake and drain it on a paper towel. Sprinkle the top of the funnel cake with powdered sugar. Serve. Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC). Cook a 9 x 13" baking sheet with cooking spray. Combine the water, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring the ingredients to a boil. Add the flour to the mixture. Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes. Add 4 eggs to the mixture, one at a time. Spoon the dough into a large resealable plastic bag, Use scissors to snip a 1/4 to 1/2" hole in one corner of the bag. Pipe the dough into twelve 3-4" circles on the baking sheet. Bake the ingredients for about 20 minutes. Sift 2 tbsp. Serve. Boil the water, butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt together in a saucepan. Add the flour to the saucepan. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and allow it to cool for 3-4 minutes. Set the mixer to the lowest speed and add the eggs one at a time. Put the dough in a piping bad with a number 12 tip. Heat 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) of vegetable oil in a heavy pan or deep fryer. Pipe the dough into the oil. Cook the dough until it's brown. Remove the cake from the oil and drain it. Sprinkle the top of the dough with confectioner's sugar. Serve.
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How to Note Enclosures in a Letter
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If you need to note enclosures in a letter, leave a double space under your signature and salutation, then write “Enclosure.” To signify that your letter has more than 1 document enclosed, use the plural, “Enclosures” followed by a colon and the number of documents. Alternatively, you can use an abbreviation like “Enc.” or “Encl.” instead of writing “Enclosure” out fully. Consider including the titles of the documents enclosed and any descriptions that might be helpful. In the body of your letter, mention the documents you've enclosed and give them context so the reader is prepared to read them.
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Close your letter. The enclosure notation occurs after the closing and signature of your letter. Use a complimentary closing such as "Sincerely" or "Yours Truly," leave space for your signature, and then type your name. Generally, your closing might be more familiar if you are on more personal terms with the recipient. For example, if you are writing to your best friend's father, you might use a more informal closing such as "Kind regards" or "Best wishes." Type "Enclosure" under your name. If you have included a document other than the letter along with the letter, double space after you type your name for your signature, and type your enclosure notation. If you've included more than one document, use the plural "Enclosures" and indicate the number of enclosures afterward. The number should either follow a colon or be enclosed in parentheses. For example, if you had three enclosures, you could type either "Enclosures: 3" or "Enclosures (3)." Use an abbreviation. You don't necessarily have to type out the entire word "enclosure" to make an enclosure notation on a formal business letter. Both "Enc." and "Encl." are acceptable to note enclosures. Technically, "enc." is an abbreviation for the verb "enclosed," while "encl." can mean either "enclosed" or "enclosure." If you're enclosing more than one document, you can note the number of enclosures after the abbreviation, but don't add an "s" to the abbreviation. List document titles. Sometimes if you have multiple enclosures, simply noting the number of documents enclosed doesn't provide enough information. If you think it's necessary, you also can include the titles of the documents after the word "enclosures.". Make sure all documents have an easily recognizable title if you want to list them this way. You don't want your recipient trying to puzzle out whether the right documents are there. If you're listing titles, don't also include the number of enclosures. Include any relevant description. In some cases it also might be important to let your recipient know what type of documents you've enclosed. Typically you'll need this if you're including both original documents and copies. Simply list the title of the document and then include the description in parentheses. For example, you might write "Enclosures: Birth certificate (original plus two copies)." If you've enclosed original documents that you're going to need returned to you, make sure you mention that in the body of the letter. Choose the best font and margin. The font of a formal business letter should be a standard, easy-to-read font such as Times New Roman or Helvetica. Typically this will be the default font on your word processing application. The default margins should be fine as well. They should be at least an inch on all sides. If you have a shorter letter that you want to fill the page, you might consider increasing the margins a little and see if that helps balance out the page. For particularly short letters, you also might try a slightly larger, more spread out font, such as Verdana. But be careful that the font isn't too distracting. If you're in doubt, print the letter and hand the paper to a friend. Have them look at it for a couple seconds, then take it away and ask them to tell you about it. If the font is distracting, they'll be able to tell you. Include your address. Unless you're writing on letterhead, your address typically will be the first thing at the top of the page in a formal business letter. There's no need to include your name, since you'll be signing the letter. Typically your address is single-spaced and right-justified. Your word processing app may have a business letter template you can use so you don't have to do all the formatting manually. In addition to your mailing address, you can also include your phone number, email address, or both. Type the date the letter was completed. If you're formatting your letter manually, double-space from the last line of your address and switch back to left-justified text. Type the full version of the date, formatted in the style your recipient uses. For example, if you are writing your letter to someone in Europe, you would want to put the day first, then the month, then the year: "16 July 2017." If you are writing your letter to an American, on the other hand, you would write "July 16, 2017." Don't try to guess the date ahead on a formal business letter. If the recipient gets your letter before the date, it will make you look bad. Try to mail the letter as soon as possible after you print and sign it. Identify the recipient. Double-space down from the date and type the name of the person to whom you're writing, along with their mailing address. Depending on your reason for writing, you also might include their job title or company name. After the address, skip down another two lines and type your greeting. "Dear" is appropriate, followed by the person's title and name. Use your discretion on whether to include the person's first name. If the person is in a position of authority, you're generally better off using "Mr." or "Ms." followed by their last name. Type the body in block style. There are several paragraph styles for formal business letters, but the block style is the simplest and most commonly used. For this style, you'll single-space your text except to double-space between paragraphs. Paragraphs aren't indented in block style. Your text typically is left-justified, although you may choose "justified" alignment. The text will be spaced so that it's even on both sides of the page. Justified text may be more difficult to read in some contexts, but for a short letter it can make your text look cleaner. It's mostly a matter of personal choice. Use the right paper to print your letter. Once you've gone to the trouble of drafting and formatting a formal business letter, you want to make sure the paper you've chosen reflects the dignity of the letter itself. The paper you choose can determine whether your letter is taken seriously by the recipient. This is especially important if you're writing a formal business letter because you're applying for a job, or trying to gain admittance to a school. Generally you want paper that's a slightly heavier stock, and white or off-white. Colored paper might be suitable for personal letters, but for business letters it will make you look less than serious. Indicate your reason for writing. A business letter should be brief and to the point. After introducing yourself, go immediately into why you are writing the letter and what you hope to accomplish as a result. For example, if you're writing to apply for a job, you might write "My name is Sally Sunshine, and I'm a recent graduate of the Cupcake Academy. I saw you're looking for a cupcake baker, and I believe my skills would be a good match for you." Mention enclosures in context. You want to mention any enclosures in the body of the letter in addition to including a notation after the closing. This prepares the recipient for the documents and how they relate to your reason for writing. For example, you might write "As you can see on my résumé (enclosed), I graduated from Cupcake Academy with the highest grades in my class and a commendation from the Dean." This method of noting enclosures in the body of your letter is most appropriate when you don't have a lot of enclosures. Describe any documents you've enclosed. If you're enclosing multiple documents, it may be more efficient to simply list them in your letter, along with a brief explanation of what those documents are. For example, suppose you are writing a business to demand a refund for a faulty product. You might write "I have enclosed my receipt for the merchandise along with two photos showing the defect that was apparent when I first removed it from the box." In your notation below the closing of your letter, this would be expressed either as "Enclosures (3)" or "Enclosures: Receipt dated July 11, 2017; photos (2)." Explain how the enclosures are relevant. If you've listed your enclosures in the body of your letter, you may need to include a sentence or two that demonstrates to the recipient why and how those documents relate to your original reason for writing. For example, if you're enclosing a receipt and photos to demand a refund for a faulty product, you might write "The photos indicate the problem with this item. If you compare the date on the photos to the date on the receipt you'll see that they were taken the day I bought the product. This product was damaged when I bought it."
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Close your letter. Type "Enclosure" under your name. Use an abbreviation. List document titles. Include any relevant description. Choose the best font and margin. Include your address. Type the date the letter was completed. Identify the recipient. Type the body in block style. Use the right paper to print your letter. Indicate your reason for writing. Mention enclosures in context. Describe any documents you've enclosed. Explain how the enclosures are relevant.
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How to Treat Pneumonia
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To treat pneumonia, it's important that you visit your doctor so they can determine how serious your case is. If you have a mild case of pneumonia, your doctor will likely prescribe you antibiotics and suggest extra rest and sleep until you recover. If you have a moderate case of pneumonia, you may be admitted to a hospital where you'll receive antibiotics through an IV until you're feeling better. For more serious cases, you may need to spend time in an intensive care unit and take additional medications to counter any potential complications.
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Take care of mild cases. If you have a mild case of pneumonia like walking pneumonia , you will be treated as an outpatient. If the patient is a child, she may be admitted to the hospital if the doctor thinks it may get worse. Your doctor will start you on an antibiotic regimen. Your doctor will also suggest rest and increased sleep in order to get better as quickly as possible. Even in mild cases, you should not go to school or work until your doctor says you can. Total recovery is generally seven to 10 days. Some types of pneumonia are highly contagious, while others are only passed to others under optimal conditions. When you are diagnosed, ask your doctor about how contagious your particular pneumonia is, and for how long you will be considered contagious. You should see a significant improvement in your symptoms within 48 hours of treatment. This means you should no longer have a fever and have an overall increase in strength. There is no need for special care when cleaning up after a patient with pneumonia. The germs that cause it are not viable on inanimate objects for any substantial time frame and will be removed with normal washing. Deal with moderate cases. Moderate cases of pneumonia are those with significant respiratory compromise and require supplemental oxygen to keep their oxygen saturation up. These patients will also have fever and overall sickly appearance. If this is how your pneumonia manifests, you will likely be admitted to inpatient wards to receive intravenous antibiotics. The kind of antibiotics you get will not change, they will just be in IV form in order to get the drugs into your system faster. You will be changed to oral antibiotics as your fever breaks and you become responsive to therapy. This typically takes no more than 48 hours. The treatment from here follows the same for mild cases, because the case has transitioned from moderate to mild. Seek help for severe cases. Severe cases of pneumonia are those with patients who are going through respiratory failure. This requires intubation and mechanical ventilation. It may also require being admitted to the intensive care unit. Like with moderate cases, IV antibiotics are required. These cases often require vasopressor support with pressors (medications which raise your blood pressure) to counter the effects of septic shock. While in the hospital, you will need supportive care to improve your general health while the medications do their work. Once you improve, you will follow the care for moderate and then mild cases as you get better. The length of your hospital stay will depend on the severity of the damage to your lungs and how bad your case of pneumonia was. Your doctor may utilize bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) in select patients to prevent intubation and traditional mechanical ventilation. BiPAP is a non-invasive way to deliver pressurized air to a patient, often used to treat sleep apnea. Take the right antibiotics. There are a few different antibiotics that you can take if you get pneumonia. Your doctor will determine which kind of pathogen caused your pneumonia, which will then determine which medicine you take. For the most common forms of pneumonia, antibiotics such as zithromax or doxycycline are combined with amoxicillin, augmentin, ampicillin, cefaclor, or cefotaxime. The dosage will depend on the age and severity of your case, as well as your allergies and the culture results. You doctor may prescribe the less common but effective single antibiotic therapy route, which is a respiratory quinolone such as Levaquin or Avelox for adults. Quinolones not indicated for pediatric populations. In moderate cases and mild cases on the verge of hospitalization, your doctor may give you a rocephin IV followed with the oral regimen. In all these cases, your doctor will follow up within a few days to see how your symptoms are progressing. Treat hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP). Patients that get HAP are already dealing with health issues. This makes their treatment a little different than community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), though these methods may be used in rare and severe cases of CAP. HAP can be caused by many different types of pathogens, so your doctor will determine which kind you have and then administer the antibiotics according to the pathogen infecting your. The common treatments are: For Klebsiella and E Coli, IV antibiotics such as quinolone, ceftazidime, or ceftriaxone For Pseudomonas, IV antibiotics and imipenem, piperacillin, or cefepime For Staph Aureus or MRSA, IV antibiotics such as vancomycin For fungal pneumonias, IV antibiotics such as Amphotericin B or Diflucan IV For vancomycin resistant enterococcus: IV antibiotics of Ceftaroline Take the flu shot. Pneumonia can be caused when influenza is contracted and becomes advanced. Because of this, it is recommended that you get the flu shot every year. Since this helps fight against the flu, it will help fight against pneumonia as well. The flu shot can be taken by anyone over the age of six months. There is a special vaccine that can be taken by children younger than two and also one for those two to five years old who are at increased risk of pneumonia. Children who go to communal day care should also get the vaccine. There is also a vaccine for those without spleens, over the age of 65, with lung disease such as asthma and COPD, and with sickle cell anemia. Wash your hands often. If you want to avoid getting pneumonia , you need to avoid coming into contact with the viruses and germs that cause it. You can do this through proper hand washing. If you are in public or around someone you know is sick, you should wash your hands as much as possible. Also avoid putting your unclean hands near your face in order to prevent the spread of unwashed germs from your hands to your system. To wash your hands properly, you need to: Turn on the faucet and wet your hands. Apply soap to your hands and scrub every part of your finger. This includes under the nails, on the backs of your hands, and between your fingers. Keep rubbing your hands for at least 20 seconds, which is how long it takes to sing the "Happy Birthday" song all the way through twice. Rinse your hands in the water to rinse off the soap. Make sure the water is warm to help remove the soap and germs. Dry them off with a clean towel. Take care of yourself. A great way to prevent contracting pneumonia is to be in the best overall health you can be. This means you need to stay in shape physically and mentally. Try to exercise every day, eat a healthy and well-balanced diet , and get enough sleep. These things all benefit your health and will keep your immune system in the best shape it can be, which will help you stay as healthy as possible. Many people think they can skimp off sleep and still be healthy. Studies have been done that link the wellbeing of your immune system to the amount of sleep you get each night. The more high-quality sleep, which is uninterrupted sleep in a sleep-conducive environment, you get a night, the healthier your immune system will be. Try vitamins and minerals. There are some supplements that you can take to boost your overall immune health. One of the best to help pneumonia is Vitamin C. Take between 1000 to 2000 mg every day. You can get this from citrus fruit, citrus juice, broccoli, watermelon, cantaloupe, and many other fruits and vegetables. Zinc is helpful if you feel like you are getting a cold, which can turn into pneumonia. At the first sign of symptoms, take 150 mg of zinc three times a day. Get a pneumonia vaccine if you have a weak immune system. While getting a flu shot is useful for nearly everyone, pneumonia vaccines are only really necessary for some. If you're a healthy adult between the ages of 18 and 64, you probably don't need to worry about getting vaccinated. However, consider getting vaccinated if you are over 65, have a disease that makes your immune system weak, smoke or drink heavily, or are recovering from a major illness, injury, or surgery. The two types of pneumonia vaccines are: The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13 or Prevnar 13) which protects against 13 types of pneumococcal bacteria and The pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23 or Pneumovax) which protects against 23. Getting a pneumonia vaccine doesn't guarantee that you won't get pneumonia, but it drastically lowers your chances. If you do get pneumonia after taking a pneumonia vaccine, it'll most likely be a mild case. Learn the types. Pneumonia is divided into two broad types that are caused by different things and are treated differently — community-acquired pneumonias (CAP) and hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP), which will be discussed later. CAP consists pneumonia caused by typical bacteria, atypical bacteria, and respiratory viruses. CAP is the kind of pneumonia most people contract in their daily lives. CAP is more dangerous in the elderly, the very young, and those with a compromised immune system, such as those with diabetes, with HIV, on chemotherapy, and taking steroid medications. CAP can range from a mild case treated at home to a case with acute respiratory failure and death. Recognize the symptoms of pneumonia. The symptoms of pneumonia can vary from mild to severe, depending on the type of germ causing the pneumonia and how badly the patient is infected. If you notice any of these symptoms, see your doctor immediately to get treated. The longer you wait, the worse you can get. Symptoms of CAP include: A productive cough Mucus with a thick texture, which may be green, yellow, or red tinged Severe chest pain when a deep breath is taken Fever greater than 100.4°F (38°C), but often 101 to 102°F (38.3 to 38.9°C) Chills or involuntary shaking Shortness of breath, which can be mild to severe Rapid breathing, which is more common in child cases Drop in oxygen saturation in the lungs Diagnose CAP. When you see your doctor, they will check for all the common symptoms. In addition to this, he or she will also take a chest radiograph, which will show how your lungs are affected. If your doctor see an area of white patchy consolidation on a lobe of the lung, which should usually be black, you likely have pneumonia. There may be a parapneumonic effusion, or collection of fluid, adjacent to the area of infection. Blood tests are not typically needed in mild cases of pneumonia. However, if your case is more advanced, your doctor may take labs such as a complete blood count, a basic metabolic panel, a mucus specimen, and cultures. Seek immediate medical attention. There are certain circumstances in which you may need to see immediate medical care. Even if you have been treated, you should seek immediate medical help if your symptoms get worse. Get to a doctor or emergency room as soon as possible if: You become confused about time, people or places Your nausea and vomiting prevent you from keeping down oral antibiotics Your blood pressure drops Your breathing is rapid You need breathing assistance Your temperature is higher than 102°F (38.9°C) Your temperature is below normal Know about hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP). HAP occurs in patients who contract pneumonia while hospitalized. HAP refers to pneumonia that patients acquire while in the hospital. This strain is typically very severe and is accompanied by high death rates. It accounts for up to 2% of all rehospitalizations. It happens to all kinds of hospital patients, from those who are getting surgery to those who had a fall to those already with a serious infection. Hospital acquired pneumonia can lead to sepsis and multi-organ failure, and death. The symptoms of hospital acquired pneumonia are the same, since they are both types of the same disease. Recognize the risks of hospital acquired pneumonia. Community acquired pneumonia is spread through the transmission of common pathogens. Hospital acquired pneumonia, however, is spread within a hospital. There are some patients that are more at risk than others based on their condition, though anyone in a hospital can contract HAP. These risk factors include: Being in the ICU Being on a mechanical ventilation for 48 hours or more Staying at the hospital or ICU for an extended time Those with severe issues with their underlying issues when they were originally hospitalized Those with heart failure, renal failure, liver failure, COPD, and diabetes Learn the causes of hospital acquired pneumonia. Hospital acquired pneumonia can occur through complications after surgery, such as a post surgery collapsed lung or from not taking enough deep breaths due to pain. It can also occur due to poor hygiene from the medical staff at the hospital, especially while caring for patients with central lines, those one ventilator care, and those having a breathing tube placed or replaced. Avoid hospital-acquired pneumonia. HAP can be avoided through excellent hygiene amongst healthcare providers, meticulous ventilator care, and post-operative use of incentive spirometers, which are devices that encourage deep breathing among post surgical patients. It can also be avoided if a person gets out of bed faster after surgery and if any intubations are removed as soon as possible.
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Take care of mild cases. Deal with moderate cases. Seek help for severe cases. Take the right antibiotics. Treat hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP). Take the flu shot. Wash your hands often. Take care of yourself. Try vitamins and minerals. Get a pneumonia vaccine if you have a weak immune system. Learn the types. Recognize the symptoms of pneumonia. Diagnose CAP. Seek immediate medical attention. Know about hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP). Recognize the risks of hospital acquired pneumonia. Learn the causes of hospital acquired pneumonia. Avoid hospital-acquired pneumonia.
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How to Get Up in the Morning
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To make sure that you get up in the morning, try putting your alarm clock or phone on the other side of your room so you have to get out of bed to turn it off in the morning. Go to bed with your blinds or curtains open too, since the bright light in the morning will help wake you up. When you get out of bed, do some simple stretches or quick yoga poses to activate your muscles and wake your body up. At night, avoid looking at your phone or computer for at least 1 hour before bed since the light from screens can make it harder to get a good night's sleep. Remember to get at least 8 hours of sleep every night so you wake up feeling well-rested and ready to start your day.
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Avoid hitting snooze. It's important to get up as soon as your alarm goes off—pressing snooze several times messes up your sleep patterns, and you'll still feel just as tired. If you set your alarm for 7:00 AM but really don't get up until 7:10 after you snoozed the alarm once, go ahead and just set your alarm for 7:10 AM to give yourself those extra minutes of uninterrupted sleep. Turn on the lights as soon as you wake up. This will help your eyes adjust to the day while motivating your brain to get up and get moving. Set up a lamp right next to your bed so that you can easily turn it on once you're awake. Put your alarm across the room so you have to get up to turn it off. This will help you avoid hitting the snooze button over and over again, and you'll be forced to get out of bed to turn the alarm off. Set the alarm on a bookshelf, by the door to your room, or by a window. Make sure the alarm is close enough that you'll still hear it when it goes off. Open your curtains or blinds right after you wake up. It's much more tempting to stay in bed when the room is dark, so pull open the curtains or adjust the blinds to allow sunlight to come into your room each morning, helping to wake you up. If your room doesn't receive a lot of sunlight, try investing in a natural alarm clock. These mimic the light of a rising sun so that you're gradually awakened naturally. Put your coffee on a timer so it’s already made when you wake up. If you have a cup of coffee each morning, programming your coffee maker to start making coffee at a certain time is a great way to get you motivated to get out of bed. Not only will you wake up to the smell of fresh coffee, but you won't have to waste time making it. Place a warm robe or sweater next to your bed for easy access. A main reason why people have trouble getting out of bed in the morning is because they're so cozy and warm under the blankets. By setting out a sweatshirt, robe, or sweater, you don't have to worry about feeling the drafty morning air once you're awake. You can also set out slippers or socks as a good way to keep your feet warm once you're out of bed. Try out an app if you don't have a physical alarm clock. While you can always use the clock on your phone, there are lots of apps designed specifically for helping you wake up and get out of bed. Peruse the app store on your phone to find one that suits you. Try an app such as Wake N Shake, Rise, or Carrot to help you wake up each morning. Make morning appointments for motivation to get up on time. You'll be much more likely to get out of bed immediately if you know you have something you have to do. Set up meetings or schedule workouts with a friend early in the morning so that you're motivated to get up and moving on time. Establish a bedtime routine. Besides doing tasks such as showering or brushing your teeth, try to create a routine that also includes ways to help you get ready for the next day so that you have less to do in the morning. Try to stick to the same routine each night so that it becomes a habit. Your bedtime routine could include taking a shower, picking out your clothes for the next day, packing your lunch, and reading before falling asleep. Eat a healthy meal several hours before sleeping. Eating the wrong foods can give you an upset stomach or can just make it difficult for your mind to turn off and for your body to fall into a restful sleep. Eat healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, proteins, or nuts. Avoid drinking alcoholic or caffeinated beverages before bed. Drinks like coffee will keep you awake or prevent you from falling into a deep sleep. Eating a meal right before sleeping doesn't allow your stomach to properly digest the food, so try to eat at least 2 hours before going to bed. Aim for getting 7-9 hours of sleep each night. This means you should set your alarm so that you get the correct amount of sleep. Getting enough sleep each night will make a huge difference for how productive you are during the day, and you can't expect to wake up early when you're going to bed super late. For example, if your alarm needs to go off at 7 AM, start trying to go to sleep by 11 PM. Turn off screens at least 1 hour before bed. The light from screens is much worse for your eyes than other types, and it will slow down your ability to fall asleep. Try to finish watching TV, using your computer, or texting at least 1 hour before it's time to sleep. It's a good idea to start a rule of no watching TV or using computers in bed. Play white noise to help you sleep. If you're a light sleeper and tend to wake up easily throughout the night, try using a noise machine or turning on a fan to create soft background noise. You can also download an app on your phone that plays white noise. Set the temperature to create a good sleeping environment. If you're too hot or too cold, you're going to have trouble sleeping and won't get a good night's rest. The ideal sleeping temperature is around 65–68 °F (18–20 °C), depending on personal preferences. Drink a glass of water as soon as you wake up. This helps give you energy while getting your body hydrated. Set the glass of water out next to your bed before you go to sleep, or simply wake up and fill a cup up with water as soon as you get out of bed. Go through your bathroom routine. This includes tasks like brushing your teeth, washing your face, and brushing your hair. Cold water is effective in helping people wake up, so try splashing your face with cold water or taking a quick cold shower, if necessary. Try to keep your bathroom routine consistent so that it becomes a habit. Have a healthy breakfast. The right breakfast can help you wake up and can keep you feeling healthy and energetic throughout the day. Try eating something such as eggs which are full of protein, or toast and some fruit if you're on the go. Granola and oatmeal are also healthy options. Consider making a smoothie full of healthy fruits, vegetables, and yogurt. Get some exercise. Exercise is a great way to get your body moving, improve your energy levels, and make you feel invigorated. If you don't have time for a full workout, go for a short walk or do some jumping jacks to help get your blood pumping. Go for a jog around your neighborhood, or try some morning yoga. Start your day off motivated and productive. As opposed to starting off your day by watching TV or lounging around at home, try getting things done in the morning such as any errands or small tasks. You'll feel more accomplished and motivated for the rest of the day. Make a to-do list before you go to bed or when you wake up that morning to see what you need to get done. The tasks could include things such as walking the dog, doing the dishes, or stopping by the post office.
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Avoid hitting snooze. Turn on the lights as soon as you wake up. Put your alarm across the room so you have to get up to turn it off. Open your curtains or blinds right after you wake up. Put your coffee on a timer so it’s already made when you wake up. Place a warm robe or sweater next to your bed for easy access. Try out an app if you don't have a physical alarm clock. Make morning appointments for motivation to get up on time. Establish a bedtime routine. Eat a healthy meal several hours before sleeping. Aim for getting 7-9 hours of sleep each night. Turn off screens at least 1 hour before bed. Play white noise to help you sleep. Set the temperature to create a good sleeping environment. Drink a glass of water as soon as you wake up. Go through your bathroom routine. Have a healthy breakfast. Get some exercise. Start your day off motivated and productive.
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How to Heal Damage from Acid Reflux
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To heal damage caused by acid reflux, start taking antacids to prevent further damage. Be sure to avoid fried foods, fatty foods, alcohol, tomatoes, cigarettes, and caffeine while your esophagus is healing, and try to limit them after you've recovered to avoid future flareups. If antacids and dietary changes aren't helping as much as you'd like, talk to your doctor about medications like H2 receptor antagonists, proton pump inhibitors, and prokinetics.
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Eat the right food at the right time. Fried foods, fatty foods, alcoholic beverages, tomatoes, and caffeinated drinks such as coffee, tea, and soda can increase the acid levels within the stomach. Try to take away these foods and liquids from your diet so that your esophagus can heal. There are other dietary restrictions as well. Dairy products, such as whole milk, cheese, butter, and sour cream, are also to be avoided. Also avoid food containing peppermint or spearmint. There are also fruits you should avoid as well, such as oranges, lemons, lime, grapefruit, and pineapples. If you do find yourself consuming these foods, drink plenty of water and eat approved foods to dilute their acidic powers. Eat a small amount of food frequently. Create five to seven divided meals a day and avoid eating two to three hours before bedtime. The esophageal sphincter of the stomach relaxes when the stomach gets too full, bringing the hydrochloric acid up into the esophageal walls. In other words, if you eat too much, your esophagus will let you know. It's best to avoid it by eating smaller meals more often. Most of us frequently have this issue out at restaurants. At home it isn't so bad, but at restaurants it's just so tempting to finish what's in front of you, which is often too much. To avoid the impending disaster, box up half of your meal at the very beginning. You can take it home to eat later later. Incorporate good food in your daily diet plan. There are a few foods you should be eating every day to combat acid reflux. These include: Oatmeal. Oatmeal makes you feel full without causing reflux. It also absorbs the acid in fruits if you add a small amount. This will considerably aid in lowering the acidity in the stomach. Ginger. Ginger contains anti-inflammatory ingredients to help treat various gastrointestinal problems. Peel or slice ginger roots and add it to your favorite recipes. Green vegetables. Green leafy vegetable contain low calories and zero saturated fat. It's the most recommended diet for patients suffering from acid reflux. Just be sure to stay away from using tomatoes, onions, cheese, and high-fat salad dressing. Try asparagus, cauliflower, parsley, and other green vegetables. White meat. Red meats such as steak and beef are hard to digest, so go for chicken and turkey meats instead. Chicken makes good soup, too. The chicken skin contains a high amount of fat, though, so remove it before cooking. Poultry meats can be boiled or grilled; avoid eating them fried. Seafood. Just like poultry, fish, shrimp, and other seafood also help avoid acid reflux. Just don't fry them. Seafood is easily digested and is very low in fat and therefore helps prevent reflux and avoid heartburn. Drink plenty of water. You should be drinking eight to 12 glasses of water every day to prevent dehydration. It will help dilute the acid contents found in your stomach and gut, making it less acidic. And your hair, skin, nails, and organs will benefit, too. Stay fit and healthy. Obesity and excess weight are among the major risk factors of having acid reflux. Start an exercise program that focuses on simple exercises that can help burn calories and start eating healthier. A thirty minute walk in the park can burn up to 100 calories. Dieting doesn't mean you have to starve yourself. Try to exercise more, eat smaller amounts per day, and eat more low caloric food that are better for you. You don't have to go hungry. Having an active lifestyle can fight off heart disease, diabetes, and a number of other health issues as well. Focus on leisure activities like dancing, horseback rides, or golf. It's fun to burn calories while doing what you love. Then, slowly increase your physical activity as you get stronger. Determine your body mass index and start losing weight. The normal body mass index (BMI) range from 18.5 to 24.9. This will help you determine if your weight is currently on the normal range. You can manually calculate your BMI by dividing your body weight in kilograms by your height in meters squared, or you could use an online guide or calculator. Count your daily required calories and track the food that you eat. A total of 3500 calories is equivalent to 1 pound. So if you plan to lose 1 pound per week, you need to cut 500 calories from your daily required caloric intake. Quit smoking and avoid alcohol. Smoking irritates the esophageal lining which causes more inflammation and pain. If you can't stop smoking you should gradually decrease the amount you smoke per day. If your overall health wasn't reason enough, do it to make the everyday acid-reflux free. Drinking beer and other carbonated beverages can also cause harm to the linings of the esophagus and stomach. It is best to have total abstinence from smoking and drinking. Elevate the head of your bed during sleep. You should elevate the head of your bed using pillows by about six to eight inches (15 to 20 cm). Improvement of symptoms can be resolved when the upper body is elevated. It will prevent reflux of acid or any gastric contents while sleeping. While you're at it, get enough sleep, too. Having enough rest and enough hours of sleep will allow your body to relax, repair, and build up damaged tissues and muscles in the body. Muscle and tissue repairs happen when the body is at rest or in a sleeping state. Enough sleep is at least seven to eight hours per day. Try apple cider vinegar. Although is may seem counter-intuitive considering that acidic foods are definitely not recommended for acid reflux, the acetic acid which is the main ingredient of apple cider vinegar is a weaker acid compared to the hydrochloric acid being produced in the stomach. Consuming this kind of acid tends to balance the acid production in your stomach and allows it to reach neutral acid levels. Apple cider vinegar is available in many grocery stores and supermarkets. Mix one to two tablespoons with eight ounces of water before meals. You may also add a teaspoon of honey to improve its taste. Apple cider vinegar makes tasty vegetable salad dressing, too. Drink water mixed with baking soda. You can mix a ½ teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water as a natural antacid. Knowing that baking soda is a base, it will help to neutralize the acidity in the stomach. Take precaution when using baking soda, however, because this is high in sodium. Too much sodium is definitely not a good thing, especially for acid reflux. Try aloe vera juice. Aloe vera gel and leaves can be made into juice. Aloe vera contains glycoprotein, which is an essential healing property to reduce esophageal irritation and polysaccharides to promote tissue repair. Aloe vera is one of the medicinal plants approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Drink two to three ounces of aloe vera juice in an empty stomach or 20 minutes before a meal to treat acid reflux. Be careful not to use this remedy too much because it's a known laxative. Drink ginger tea with honey. Ginger contains natural anti-inflammatory ingredients while honey coats the esophageal walls, preventing cell inflammation. Add two to four grams of ginger powder in hot water to make tea. You can also cut a regular size piece of ginger root into bits and bring it to boil. Add a teaspoon or more of honey to taste. Make sure it's not too hot. You don't want to burn your esophagus. Chew sugar free gum. For 30 minutes after a meal, chew a piece of sugarless gum. This will increase saliva production and will help neutralize the acid in the stomach. Also, the acid in the gut will be excreted due to a large amount of saliva that was ingested. Try licorice. For centuries, the roots of the licorice plant have been used for cuisines and for medicine. You can also try deglycyrrhizinated licorice, which is a tablet that you can chew about 15 minutes before you eat to protect the lining of your stomach and esophagus and prevent future acid reflux. Licorice increases the number of mucous secreting cells in the stomach and enhances the life of intestinal cells as well. Likewise, it improves the microcirculation in the gastrointestinal tract. Start taking antacids. Antacids neutralize acids in the stomach. Moreover, they help build mucous secretions and bicarbonate, which, in turn, increases your stomach's pH levels, which makes it less acidic. Tums and Gaviscon are well-known antacid brands. These are more of a crutch than anything and won't fight long-term acid reflux. While they're great in the here and now, you should seek other methods of treatment so you don't have to rely on antacids for long periods of time. Talk to your doctor about H2 receptor antagonists. H2 antagonists prevent the histamine at H2 receptors, thereby reducing the gastric acid secretion within the stomach. They prevent new stomach acid from forming, so the stomach and esophagus can heal and you can be free of acid reflux symptoms. Zantac, Tagamet, and Pepcid are few examples of H2 receptor antagonists. Famotidine (Pepcid) is available in 20mg and 40mg. You can take 20mg twice daily for six weeks. Nizatidine (Axid) is available in 150mg and 300mg. You can take 150mg twice daily. Ranitidine (Zantac) is available in 150mg and 300mg. You can take 150mg twice daily. Consider proton pump inhibitors. Proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) are medications that decrease the acid production by blocking the enzyme in the stomach walls that produces acid. These medications include omeprazole, lansoprazole, and pantoprazole. Lansoprazole (Prevacid) is an over-the-counter PPI, available in 15 and 30mg. You can take 15mg once daily for eight weeks. Esomeprazole (Nexium) and pantoprazole (Protonix) require a prescription. Your doctor will determine the course of these drugs. Omeprazole (Prilosec) is an OTC PPI, available in 10mg, 20mg, and 40mg. You can take 20mg once daily for four weeks. Ask you doctor about prokinetics. You can prokinetic medication as a way to advance gastric emptying. All require a prescription and should only be taken if your doctor thinks it's appropriate for your case. The medications under this classification include: Bethanechol (Urecholine) Domperidone (Motilium) Metoclopramide (Reglan) Consider surgical treatment. Surgical intervention comes in when medications and medical management can no longer treat or heal acid reflux. It also is suggested often for patients who suffer from severe acid reflux. It is the only method that can cure the cause of acid reflux instead of just treating the symptoms. Often, even if medications and lifestyle changes help, acid reflux returns once these methods are stopped. This causes many to consider surgery. The surgery for acid reflux is a minimally invasive surgical procedure called Nissen Fundoplication. This procedure involves wrapping a portion of the gastric fundus, or stomach, around the esophageal sphincter. There is a new surgical procedure that doesn't use incisions and instead goes through the mouth. This greatly reduces the recovery time from the surgery and has the same outcome. Consider more intense treatment. If your acid reflux has caused extensive damage to your esophagus, such as erosive esophagitis, Barrett's Esophagus, or esophageal cancer, your doctor will recommend a series of treatments that depend on the severity of your condition. In these cases, an endoscopy is often done to assess the damage to the esophagus. Depending on how bad your case is, the doctor may consider keeping an eye on the damage, performing an biopsy to test for cancerous cells, or giving you medication. In cases where cancer or other advanced conditions are found, other surgical procedures, such as radiofrequency ablation, may be performed. Understand acid reflux. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder, also known as GERD or acid reflux, is a disorder is which contents from your stomach and intestines enter your esophagus. The acid from the stomach migrates upwards past your lower esophagus, causing a burning pain and, at times, actual erosion of the tissue of the esophagus. Approximately 25 to 35% of Americans are affected acid reflux. It is uncomfortable and quite painful in some cases. The discomfort can be assessed on a spectrum from just mild burning to a severe burning chest pain, mimicking a heart attack. The pain of acid reflux is brought on by the gastric fluid, which has a very low acidic pH. It migrates up the esophagus and finds its way into an environment where it doesn't belong and is not intended to be, such as your esophagus. Recognize the causes. The migration of gastric fluid that causes acid reflux can be caused by a loose lower esophageal sphincter (LES). It can also be due to gravity, which can take effect if you lie down right after a meal. Acid reflux can also be caused by overeating and applying too much pressure to the LES, forcing the stomach contents back past the sphincter. Other situations that may cause acid reflux are smoking, obesity, high intake of sodium, low intake of dietary fiber, limited physical exercise, and taking certain medications. Be aware of underlying conditions. There are multiple underlying conditions that can cause or be caused by acid reflux. Other conditions that can lead to acid reflux are pregnancy and a hiatal hernia, which is where a hole in the diaphragm allows the upper portion of the stomach to enter the chest cavity. Acid reflux can cause other conditions, such as a condition called Barrett's Esophagus. Ask your doctor if you think your acid reflux has an underlying conditional cause or if you think it is causing more serious problems.
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Eat the right food at the right time. Eat a small amount of food frequently. Incorporate good food in your daily diet plan. Drink plenty of water. Stay fit and healthy. Quit smoking and avoid alcohol. Elevate the head of your bed during sleep. Try apple cider vinegar. Drink water mixed with baking soda. Try aloe vera juice. Drink ginger tea with honey. Chew sugar free gum. Try licorice. Start taking antacids. Talk to your doctor about H2 receptor antagonists. Consider proton pump inhibitors. Ask you doctor about prokinetics. Consider surgical treatment. Consider more intense treatment. Understand acid reflux. Recognize the causes. Be aware of underlying conditions.
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How to Introduce a New Hamster to Your Home
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To introduce a new hamster to your home, try to leave it alone for a few days so it has time to get used to its new environment. You can even drape a light cloth over the cage to help your hamster feel safe and comfortable. Then, once your hamster has had time to adjust, start talking to it in its cage so it gets used to your voice. Whenever your hamster comes out of its hiding place when you're around, feed it healthy treats to bond with it.
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Purchase a plastic or glass cage. Select a cage that is at least 6 inches (15 cm) high and 24 inches (61 cm) long. Look for a cage that has a solid base, walls, and roof to ensure that the hamster won't gnaw through the material and escape. Make sure the cage has plenty of small ventilation holes and is large enough for the hamster to move around freely. Purchase a hamster cage from a pet store or search for a second-hand cage online. Purpose-designed hamster cages work well, as they ensure that the hamster won't be able to gnaw through the material. If you choose a glass tank, keep it out of direct sunlight so the temperature doesn't rise inside. Put the hamster cage in a temperate, quiet, safe location. Place the cage in an area that is not exposed to extreme temperatures and is out of the direct sun. Avoid placing the cage in a cold basement or in a hot conservatory. Prepare a safe area for the cage where it will not be knocked over by children or pets. Shaded bedrooms and living rooms are good places to put the hamster cage. Put 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) of absorbent and nontoxic bedding in the cage. Shredded paper and processed corn cobs are good bedding materials, as they are dust-free and don't irritate the hamster's skin. Spread the substrate evenly over the base of the cage to give the hamster something to nestle in. Avoid using cedar chips, fresh pine materials, and printed newspaper, as these can be toxic to hamsters. Place hamster toys inside the hamster cage. Hamsters need and enjoy exercising, and will happily play with toys for hours. Place hamster toys such as a hamster wheel and hamster ball into the cage. Choose a hamster wheel that is the correct size for the length of your new hamster. Spread the toys out so that your hamster can easily run between them. Toilet paper tubes and brown boxes are fun inexpensive toys for your hamster to play with. Put a hamster house into the cage. This gives the hamster a private space to sleep and rest. Choose a home that is large enough for the hamster to turn around in. Place the hamster house at the end of the cage furthermost away from the door. If you have multiple hamsters in 1 cage, choose a large house to give the hamsters plenty of room. Place a food dish and stoppered water bottle into the cage. Choose a heavy food dish to minimise the risk of the hamster knocking it over. Attach a stoppered water bottle to the side of the cage to allow the hamster to drink whenever it is thirsty. Ceramic, thick glass, and concrete dishes are good heavy options. Fill the water bottle with tap water. Place the hamster in a plastic carrier cage. Ask the owner of the hamster to transfer the hamster into your cage. This avoids the hamster becoming distressed from being touched by an unknown person. Make sure that the cage is securely locked once the hamster is inside. If you have to transfer the hamster into the cage by yourself, wear a pair of thick gloves to avoid bites. Many pet shops will let you borrow a carrier to transport your hamster. Enquire at your local pet shop for more information. Secure the carrier so the hamster remains safe. If possible, have a friend hold the carrier while you're driving. If you are travelling alone, place the carrier in a secure location on the floor of your vehicle so it doesn't fall over or move around during transport. Minimise the travel time as much as possible. This helps to reduce the amount of stress that the hamster suffers. If possible, purchase your new hamster locally and avoid travelling in rush hour traffic. Turn on the air conditioning in your car if it is a hot day. Intense heat can add to a hamsters anxiety while it is travelling. Keep the car cool and place the hamsters carry cage out of the sun to make the journey as comfortable as possible. If there is no way to avoid the direct sun, place a light muslin cloth over the hamster. Use a divider to split the cage in half if you already have a hamster in it. This helps the hamsters get used to each other's scent and reduces the chance of them acting aggressively to one another. Switch the hamsters to the opposite sides of the cage twice a day to increase their exposure to the new scents. Make sure there are food and water dishes on both sides of the divider. Remove the divider after 1 week and allow the hamsters to share the space. Separate them if they begin to fight. Use a neutral cage that your current hamster isn't familiar with if you can. That way, it has a reduced territorial drive and is less likely to act aggressively. Place the hamster into its cage. Use gloves to carefully transfer the hamster into its new cage. Quickly fasten the door so that the hamster doesn't escape. Place Syrian hamsters in their own cages. These hamsters are extremely territorial and will fight if they are left in the same cage. Hamsters do not get lonely. This means that it is fine to keep them in a cage by themselves. Dwarf hamsters can be safely kept in the same enclosure. Feed your hamster the same food as the last owner for the first 2 weeks. This helps to give the hamster a sense of familiarity and consistency. After 2 weeks, gradually introduce new food to the hamster, if desired. When you purchase the hamster, ask the old owner about the hamster's diet. Place a light cloth over the cage for the first 2 days. This gives the hamster a sense of privacy and helps it to adjust to its new surroundings. Choose a cloth that is thin enough to be able to faintly see through, as this allows the hamster to distinguish between day and night. Muslin and linen cloths work well for this purpose. Remove the cloth from the cage after 2 days. Leave your new pet undisturbed in its cage for 4 days to help it get comfortable. Keep the area around the cage quiet and peaceful for the first 4 days. This helps to calm the hamster and encourages it to adjust to its new home. Avoid touching the hamster during this initial period, as this can scare it. Keep loud pets out of the hamster's room during the first 4 days. Speak to the hamster to help it get used to your voice. After the first 4 days, talk to your hamster as often as you remember. This will help it to get comfortable with you. Talk to the hamster while you are changing its food and water to help it to learn that your voice is associated with your hand. Don't worry if your hamster hides at first. This is normal behaviour for a new hamster. Avoid reaching out to touch the hamster at this stage. Feed the hamster treats out of your hand once it used to your voice. Once your hamster stops hiding from your voice, place your hand in the cage and let your hamster sniff it. After this, slowly place a hamster treat in your hand and wait for it to eat it. Purchase hamster treats from a pet store. If the hamster won't eat the treat, continue to talk to it and try again tomorrow. Pick up the hamster once it is comfortable being touched. When the hamster confidently eats off your hand, it is ready to be picked up. Once the hamster is sitting on your hand, slowly raise your hand off the ground and cup your other hand over the hamsters back. Avoid lifting the hamster too far off the ground at first, as it may jump out of your hands. If the hamster jumps off, simply place a treat in your hand and try again. Over time, your hamster will become more confident and will jump into your hand and run up your arm.
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Purchase a plastic or glass cage. Put the hamster cage in a temperate, quiet, safe location. Put 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) of absorbent and nontoxic bedding in the cage. Place hamster toys inside the hamster cage. Put a hamster house into the cage. Place a food dish and stoppered water bottle into the cage. Place the hamster in a plastic carrier cage. Secure the carrier so the hamster remains safe. Minimise the travel time as much as possible. Turn on the air conditioning in your car if it is a hot day. Use a divider to split the cage in half if you already have a hamster in it. Place the hamster into its cage. Feed your hamster the same food as the last owner for the first 2 weeks. Place a light cloth over the cage for the first 2 days. Leave your new pet undisturbed in its cage for 4 days to help it get comfortable. Speak to the hamster to help it get used to your voice. Feed the hamster treats out of your hand once it used to your voice. Pick up the hamster once it is comfortable being touched.
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How to Dye Naturally Black Hair Gray
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Before you can dye naturally black hair gray at home, bleach your hair at home or go to a salon to have it bleached at least three times until it is as light as you want it. Next, coat your hair with a toner to take it from yellow to white. To dye your hair, start at the ends and work up towards your roots. However, to ensure your hair dyes evenly, don't dye your roots until you've covered the rest of your hair. Then, cover your hair with a shower cap for 30 minutes and rinse the dye out.
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Choose your method wisely. Consider whether to use an at-home dye kit or professional dyes, or go to the salon. Carefully consider the costs, processes, and risks involved in each method. For the salon method, costs and products will vary. Check out websites of local salons or call them for pricing. If possible, talk to a stylist in person. Use the box kit method with caution. Read online reviews to help you choose a box kit that works best on black hair. A popular box kit is L'Oréal Paris Preference Les Blondissimes LB01: Extra Light Ash Blonde. It won't dye your hair platinum, but may get you down to an ashy blonde in one go. Use professional-quality products, if possible. Some professional companies require a cosmetology license in order to make a purchase, so keep that in mind. Be prepared for the time and expense. Regardless of which method you choose, it will likely take multiple bleachings to achieve the gray tone that you want. Take the time and expense (i.e. multiple salon visits, multiple purchases of dye kits or professional products) into consideration before you decide. Build your hair’s health before you go gray. In the weeks or months leading up to the bleaching, avoid using harsh hair products and heat styling tools on your hair. If your hair feels damaged, do weekly deep-conditioning masks until it feels healthy enough to be bleached. Use good-quality shampoos and conditioners to moisturize your hair without adding buildup or stripping your hair of its natural oils. Look for low pH, oils (argan, avocado, olive), glycerin, glyceryl stearate, propylene glycol, sodium lactate, sodium PCA, and alcohols that start with “c” or “s.” Avoid strongly fragranced products, alcohols that begin with “prop,” sulfates, and any products that claim to add volume. Purchase bleach powder at a beauty supply store. To dye your hair gray at home, you'll need to start by bleaching it. You can buy bleach powder from a professional beauty supply store or online. It is typically sold in packets or tubs. If you plan on bleaching your hair more than once, a tub is the cheaper long-term option. Some bleach kits may come with bleach powder and cream developer, so if you go that route, you may not need to purchase individual products. Check the kit's packaging for details. Consider buying red gold corrector. Red gold correctors often come in little packages that you add to your bleach mixture to reduce brassiness. This is optional, but recommended. Purchase a 10 to 20-volume cream developer. Cream developer reacts with the powder to bleach your hair. It comes in different volumes ranging from 10 (weakest) to 40 (strongest). The higher the volume, the quicker it will turn your hair blonde, but also the more damaging it will be. Most stylists recommend using 10-volume or 20-volume. A 20-volume developer is your safest bet for effectiveness and gentleness. If you have fine, fragile hair, use a 10-volume developer. For dark, coarse hair, a 30- or 40-volume developer might be necessary. Do not use a 50-volume developer at home. Buy a hair toner to help eliminate brassiness after bleaching. Toners are what take your hair from yellow to white, which is the ideal base for gray. They come in a variety of shades, including blue, silver, and purple. Even if you're not dyeing your hair at home, a toner can be used every few weeks to maintain your color. Use toners to neutralize unwanted colors and remove brassiness. For example, to neutralize hair that's too golden, choose a toner shade that's opposite gold on the color wheel, such as a blue or violet ash-based toner. Some toners need to be mixed with developers before being applied, while others come ready to apply. Buy a gray hair dye and the other necessary tools for home use. You can find gray hair dye at most local beauty shops or use online retailers that sell professional-quality brands. If you purchase online, pay attention to reviews. Also, pick up an applicator/tint brush, a plastic mixing bowl, a plastic spoon, gloves, hair clips, and a plastic shower cap. If the veins on the underside of your wrist look blue or purple, opt for a cool white gray tone. If your veins look green or yellow, go for a warmer, steely gray. Avoid metal tools as these will react with the bleach. Do patch and strand tests before bleaching. A patch test is necessary to make sure that you're not allergic to anything in the bleach mixture. A strand test will help you calculate how long you need to leave the bleach mixture on your hair. If you only do one test, do the patch test. A severe allergic reaction could be fatal. To do a patch test, create a tiny amount of the bleach mixture and place a dab of it behind your ear. Leave it for 30 minutes, wipe off the excess, and avoid getting the skin wet for 48 hours. If there's no skin irritation after 48 hours, go ahead with bleaching your hair. To do a strand test, prepare a small amount of the bleach mixture and apply it to a strand of your hair. Check it every 10 to 15 minutes until it reaches the desired color. Note the time it took to reach this color. Apply coconut oil to your hair before bleaching to protect it. Rub a small amount of extra virgin coconut oil between your palms to warm it up, then massage it into your hair and scalp. Leave the coconut oil on your hair for at least 3 hours before bleaching. You don't need to wash it out before you proceed. This can moisturize and protect your hair from damage. Coconut oil is an effective hair moisturizer because it is made up of molecules that are small enough to penetrate the hair shaft. Put on old clothes and a pair of plastic gloves. Wear old clothes that you don't mind staining and drape an old towel over your shoulders. You will also need to protect your skin from the bleach mixture, which can cause burning and irritation. Wear flexible, disposable rubber gloves to protect your hands. Have a small stack of old towels ready in case you need to clean the bleach mixture off your skin or elsewhere. Place the bleach powder in the mixing bowl. Using a plastic spoon, place as much bleach powder as you need in a plastic mixing bowl. The powder should come with easy-to-follow instructions. Combine the bleach powder with developing cream. Add the correct amount of developer to the bowl containing the powder, and mix them together with a plastic spoon. Aim for a thick, creamy consistency, similar to gravy. Unless stated otherwise on the packaging, the ratio of developer to powder should be roughly 1:1 — 1 spoonful of powder per 1 spoonful of developer. Add a red gold corrector to the mixture, if desired. This is optional, but it can help reduce brassiness and make your hair whiter, which will help you achieve a better gray. Once the powder and developer are combined, add some red gold corrector to the bleach-developer mixture. Read the package instructions for how much you need to add. Apply the mixture to dry hair that hasn’t been washed in 24 to 48 hours. Use a tint brush to apply the mixture to your hair. Work with 1 to 2 in (2.5 to 5.1 cm) strips of hair and start at your ends, brushing the mixture upwards and leaving roughly 1 inch (2.5 cm) of roots. Work from the back of your head to the front of your head. This will make it much easier to keep track of what hair you've already applied bleach/dye too. After you've covered the rest of your hair, apply bleach to your roots. It is important to save the roots for last because the warmth of your scalp causes your roots to develop faster than the rest of your hair. Unless your hair is quite short, use clips to section off your hair as you work on it. Be sure to use plastic clips, since metal can react to the bleach mixture. Check that the mixture is evenly distributed on your hair. Check to ensure that your hair is fully saturated with the mixture and that it's evenly distributed by massaging your hair around your head and feeling for any spots that are drier than the rest. When you come across a dry spot, add more bleach mixture to the area and massage it in. Avoid massaging the mixture into your scalp to prevent irritation. Use a mirror to help you get a clear view of the back of your head. Cover your saturated hair with plastic wrap. You can also use a clear plastic shower cap. As the bleach works, your scalp may begin to itch and sting. This is normal. If the tingling and stinging on your scalp become too painful, remove the plastic wrap and wash out the bleach. Avoid the temptation to apply any heat to your hair at this point, as applying heat could end with your hair falling out completely. Check on your hair's progress every 10 to 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, check a strand of hair to see how much color has lifted. Spritz the strand of hair with water from a spray bottle and use a towel to wipe some of the bleach mixture away so that you can clearly see the color of the strand. Do not leave the bleach in your hair for longer than 50 minutes.Your hair may break off and/or fall out completely. If your hair still looks dark, reapply more bleach to the strand of hair, replace the plastic wrap and allow it to sit for another 10 minutes. Continue checking your hair every 10 minutes until your hair is completely blonde. Rinse, shampoo, and condition your hair. Remove the plastic wrap/cap and run your head under cool water until all traces of the bleach are gone. Wash it with shampoo, apply a quality conditioner, and rinse your hair thoroughly. Gently squeeze the excess water from your hair with a clean towel. Check the color and decide whether you need to re-bleach. Your hair should be a pale or bright shade of yellow. If it is yellow, proceed to the instructions for toning your hair. If your hair is orange or still dark, you will need to bleach it again, waiting at least 2 weeks between bleachings. Remember that the darker the blonde, the darker the gray will be, so bleach your hair as light as you want your gray shade to be. Note that you won't need to reapply the bleach to your roots if your roots are whiter than the rest of your hair. Just apply bleach to the parts you want to lighten further. Depending on how dark, coarse, and thick your hair is, it could take up to 5 bleachings to turn it pale yellow. Put on a fresh pair of protective gloves. Don't use the same gloves you used during the bleaching process! Also, have a stack of towels handy and make sure your hair is towel-dried to remove any excess water after rinsing out the bleach. Mix the toner and developer in a large bowl. If your toner comes premixed and ready to use, you can skip this step. In a clean plastic mixing bowl, mix the toner and developer according to the instructions on the packaging. The ratio is usually 1 part toner to 2 parts developer. Saturate your damp hair from root to tip with the toner. Use your tinting brush to paint your hair with the toner, following the same technique as when you applied the bleach (working from ends to roots, back to front). Be sure to saturate your hair and apply the toner evenly. Use a mirror to have a look at the back of your head to make sure the toner is fully covering your hair. Cover your hair with plastic wrap or a shower cap. Allow the toner to sit in your hair for the length of time specified on the packaging. Depending on the strength of the toner and the color of your hair, it could take as little as 10 minutes for your hair to go white. Check your hair color every 10 minutes. Use a towel to scrape some toner off a thin strand of hair to get a sense of what color it's turning. If your hair's not the desired color yet, reapply toner to that strand and put it back up beneath the plastic cap/wrap. Depending on the type of toner you use and how on light your hair already is, the toner could work more quickly or slowly than expected. Rinse out the toner thoroughly and wash your hair. Run your hair under cool water until all traces of the toner are gone. Shampoo and condition as normal, and gently squeeze the water from your hair with a clean towel. Examine your hair to make sure it is bleached nearly white. Let your hair air dry or, if you are impatient, dry it with your blow dryer's coolest setting. Now that the bleaching and toning processes are complete, your hair should be white. If you missed a spot, wait a few days and repeat the process on the strand of hair in question. Do patch and strand tests before dyeing. If you're less fussy about what color of gray your hair turns out to be, you can skip the strand test. The patch test, however, is absolutely necessary, as an allergic reaction could be fatal. To do a strand test, follow the manufacturer's instructions for the specific dye that you buy. For a patch test, rub a small amount of developer on a patch of skin behind your ear and wait 48 hours to see if your skin gets irritated. If it does, don't use that brand of dye. Protect your clothes and skin. Wear old clothes and an old towel over your shoulders, and wear rubber gloves (vinyl and latex disposable gloves are popular). Have some old hand towels nearby in case you need to wipe the dye off your skin. You may even want to rub a bit of petroleum jelly or thick moisturizer around your hairline to prevent the dye from staining your skin. Prepare the dye mixture according to the product's instructions. Exactly what you need to do to prepare your dye mixture will depend on the specific type of gray hair dye that you purchased. Use a plastic bowl and a tint brush to mix your dye. Dampen and section your hair for dyeing, if necessary. Read the instructions on the box to learn whether your hair needs to be wet or dry during application, as this differs depending on which dye you use. If your hair is long, clip it into 8 sections—4 on each side—moving vertically from the nape of your neck up to your forehead. If your hair is thick, you may need to do more sections. Apply the dye to the lengths of your hair. Using the tint brush, brush the dye on to 2 in (5.1 cm) sections of your hair, moving up from the ends toward the roots. Stop roughly a ⁄ 2 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) from your roots. The warmth from your scalp causes the color on your roots to process more quickly, so save your roots for last. Apply the dye to your roots and check coverage. Once the lengths of your hair are covered in dye, go back around your head and cover all of your roots. Then, use a mirror to check the back of your head and ensure even application. Gently work your hands through your hair and feel for even distribution. If you come across any spots that feel dry, add more dye. Cover your hair with plastic wrap and check the color after 20 minutes. The processing time will differ depending on which dye you're using. 30 minutes is an average processing time. Check the color after 20 minutes to see how it's progressing. To do this, wipe a small amount of color off a strand with a towel. If you're happy with the color, wash out the dye. If you'd like it to be richer, leave it on longer. Make sure you don't go over the recommended processing time. Wash the color out thoroughly and gently. Once the color has processed, rinse it out with cool water, then shampoo and condition as normal. After washing your hair, gently squeeze the water out with a towel — don't rub your hair quickly or be otherwise be rough with your hair while drying it. You'll also want to avoid heat styling it for as long as possible after dyeing it. Ideally, you'll avoid heat styling your hair altogether. Be very gentle with your hair. Bleached hair is fragile and damaged hair, even if it is in the best condition it can be. Take care of your hair, don't shampoo it if it feels dry, and don't go overboard on the brushing, straightening, and curling. Most of the time, let your hair air dry. If you must blow-dry your hair, be sure to use the coolest setting. Avoid applying heat or otherwise manipulating your natural hair texture as much as possible, as this can cause your hair to break off — you could end up with chunks of hair sticking out from your head that are only 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) long. If you simply must straighten your hair, you can achieve a straightening effect with a blow dryer and a round brush — do this as an alternative to using a straightener. If done properly, this technique should eliminate the need to use a straightening iron. Comb your hair with a wide-tooth comb. Treat your hair with a pre-wash primer to protect the color. Bleached hair is porous and can be easily discolored by water. Priming your hair before you wash can help repel the water and protect your color. Pre-wash primers can be purchased at salons, beauty supply shops, drugstores, and online. Limit washing your hair to once or twice weekly. Shampoo strips your hair of its natural oils, and your bleached hair will likely need all the oil it can get. If you regularly work out/sweat or use a lot of products in your hair, you can likely bump this up to twice a week. You can also substitute dry shampoo for a wash. When you dry your hair, gently pat and squeeze it with a towel — don't rub the towel over your hair. Use good-quality purple shampoo and conditioner. Purple shampoos and conditioners specifically made for gray hair can help keep it toned and reduce the chances of some of your strands fading to yellow/blonde. If these aren't available to you, at least buy shampoos and conditioners that are designed for color-treated hair. It's best to use professional shampoos and conditioners rather than drug store brands. Ask your stylist to recommend products formulated for gray or bleached hair. Deep condition your hair at least once a week. Purchase a good deep-conditioning treatment from a salon or a beauty supplies shop. Avoid drugstore brands as these may only coat your hair, leaving it feeling waxy and weighed down. Ask your stylist to recommend a professional deep conditioning treatment. A good hair oil will keep your hair looking softer and less frizzy. Some people swear by extra virgin coconut oil to reduce frizz and help condition their hair. Touch up your roots and hair when the color fades. The process for bleaching, toning, and dyeing your roots is almost exactly the same as for doing your entire head. The only difference is that you'll be doing just your roots, and not the rest of your hair. Renew your color when your roots are 1 inch (2.5 cm) at the longest. If you let your roots grow longer than that, it may be more difficult to touch them up without having them clash with the rest of your hair. If the rest of your color needs a touchup, apply toner to all of your hair, rinse it out, and apply gray dye to your hair. This time, start at the roots and work down since the roots will need more color. Limit your use of heat-styling tools to protect your hair. You may not be able to avoid hairdryers, straighteners, and curling irons completely, which is fine! Just be sure to use a good heat protectant on your hair before using heat-styling tools. These come in sprays, creams, and mousses, and are available at your local beauty supplies shop or salon. To keep your hair as healthy as possible, use only styling products that will moisturize your hair. Avoid anything that provides lift or volume, as this will dry out your hair.
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Choose your method wisely. Be prepared for the time and expense. Build your hair’s health before you go gray. Purchase bleach powder at a beauty supply store. Purchase a 10 to 20-volume cream developer. Buy a hair toner to help eliminate brassiness after bleaching. Buy a gray hair dye and the other necessary tools for home use. Do patch and strand tests before bleaching. Apply coconut oil to your hair before bleaching to protect it. Put on old clothes and a pair of plastic gloves. Place the bleach powder in the mixing bowl. Combine the bleach powder with developing cream. Apply the mixture to dry hair that hasn’t been washed in 24 to 48 hours. Check that the mixture is evenly distributed on your hair. Cover your saturated hair with plastic wrap. Check on your hair's progress every 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse, shampoo, and condition your hair. Check the color and decide whether you need to re-bleach. Put on a fresh pair of protective gloves. Mix the toner and developer in a large bowl. Saturate your damp hair from root to tip with the toner. Cover your hair with plastic wrap or a shower cap. Check your hair color every 10 minutes. Rinse out the toner thoroughly and wash your hair. Examine your hair to make sure it is bleached nearly white. Do patch and strand tests before dyeing. Protect your clothes and skin. Prepare the dye mixture according to the product's instructions. Dampen and section your hair for dyeing, if necessary. Apply the dye to the lengths of your hair. Apply the dye to your roots and check coverage. Cover your hair with plastic wrap and check the color after 20 minutes. Wash the color out thoroughly and gently. Be very gentle with your hair. Treat your hair with a pre-wash primer to protect the color. Limit washing your hair to once or twice weekly. Use good-quality purple shampoo and conditioner. Deep condition your hair at least once a week. Touch up your roots and hair when the color fades. Limit your use of heat-styling tools to protect your hair.
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How to Make Modelling Clay at Home
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Making modeling clay at home is easy and inexpensive. Start by mixing 1 1/4 cups each of flour and salt and 1 tablespoon of cream of tartar in a bowl. Then, slowly mix in warm water until the mixture forms a sticky dough. If the clay gets too tough to mix, add some cooking oil to soften it. You can also add a few drops of food coloring to make colored clay. Once the dough has formed into a ball, sprinkle some flour on the counter and knead the dough until it's smooth and stretchy. Now you're free to shape the dough into your own creations.
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Gather the ingredients. Pre-heat the oven to 350 °F (177 °C). 1 1/4 cup flour 1 1/4 cup salt 1 tablespoon cream of tartar 3/4 cup warm water 1 tablespoon cooking oil Mix the ingredients. Pour the flour, salt, and cream of tartar in a mixing bowl. Use a wooden spoon to mix the ingredients well. In a variation of this recipe, you can cook the dough in a saucepan. To do this, instead of pouring the the ingredients into a mixing bowl, put them in a saucepan. Add a little warm water. Pour a small amount of the warm water into the bowl and start stirring the mixture with a spoon. It should start clumping together as you mix. For the cooked variation, add the water and the oil into the saucepan. Turn the stove on low, and continue cooking and stirring until the dough has thickened. This may take a few minutes. Slowly pour a stream of water. Continue pouring the water in as you mix the clay. Soon the ingredients will form a sticky dough. Many factors affect the consistency of the clay, like humidity in the air and the type and brand of flour being used. If your clay is too watery, add a little more flour. If the clay is too sticky, add a little more flour. If the clay is dry and flaky, add a little water. Add it in very small measures and knead the dough a little. Repeat the process until you think your clay has the right consistency. Add the oil. If the clay gets too tough to mix, add cooking oil to make it softer. Don't add too much, or it will affect the consistency of the dough and make it harder to mold. Add a few drops of food coloring to give the clay color. You can also divide the clay into several pieces and color each one separately. Knead the color in with your hands. It may appear marbled at first, but will soon evenly distribute. Knead the dough. After the dough has formed a ball, sprinkle flour on the counter. Knead the dough until it is a smooth, stretchy consistency. You can also use a rolling pin to flatten the dough. You can knead the dough and add food coloring to the dough made in the saucepan variation. Just make sure the dough is cool before you start kneading so you don't burn your hands. Shape the sculptures. After the dough has been kneaded, shape the clay into different sculptures. If you created a variety of colored piece, knead them individually into shapes and then place them next to one another to build elaborate crafts. Use toothpicks to decorate the clay with holes. You can make eyes, noses and other features. Use cookie cutters to cut out different shapes, or use cookie presses to stamp the clay. Sprinkle the sculptures with some glitter and gently press it into the clay before baking. Take a key ring with a small chain attached and press the end of the chain into the clay. Press more clay around it so that it's secured inside the sculpture. Bake the sculptures. Place the sculptures on a baking sheet. Make sure none of them are touching or they might fuse. Put the baking sheet of sculptures in the oven. Bake them for 20 minutes, or until the dough is nice and hard. Remove the sculptures from the oven and let them cool completely. Since the clay you made is basically a dough, it can be baked in the oven until it becomes very hard. Make sure to watch it in case the sculptures start to burn. Baking the sculptures you molded will preserve them for years. Decorate the sculptures. Use poster paint, glitter glue, and other fun craft supplies to paint and decorate the sculptures you have made. You can seal with a coat of clear varnish once the paint has dried. This adds a shiny finish to your clay objects. Gather the ingredients. For this no-bake clay recipe, you will need the following ingredients: 2 cups baking soda 1 ¼ cup water 1 cup cornstarch Mix the ingredients. In a saucepan, combine the baking soda and cornstarch. Slowly add the water into the mixture. Continue stirring the mixture while heating it over medium heat. This should take about 4-5 minutes. The mixture will start thickening up quickly. When it is almost the same consistency as playdough, the clay is done. Remove from heat. When the clay has reached the appropriate thickness, remove the saucepan and pour the mixture onto a clean surface. Cover with a dishtowel until cool. You may have to spoon out the mixture if you can't get it to pour from the saucepan. Once the dough has started to cool, knead it until it's thin and smooth. You can also use a rolling pin. Try an alternate no saucepan, no-bake recipe. If you'd like a variation of the no-bake clay that doesn't require any cooking, use this recipe instead. Gather the following ingredients: 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt, and 1/2 cup cornstarch. Mix the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Slowly add warm water until the clay mixture starts becoming hard. Sprinkle flour on a clean surface, and place the clay on top of it. Knead the clay. Shape the clay into figures. The clay should be easily shaped into different shapes. If it gets a little too hard, add a tiny bit of water. Allow the shaped clay to dry overnight before painting. Paint the figures using acrylic paint or other types of craft paint. Add glitter, accents, or other craft accessories to your figures and shapes. To change the color of the clay, add food coloring to the clay. Separate the clay into different sections to make different colored clays. You can seal the clay when you're finished by adding a clear coat, such as shellac, acrylic spray, or clear nail polish.
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Gather the ingredients. Mix the ingredients. Add a little warm water. Slowly pour a stream of water. Add the oil. Knead the dough. Shape the sculptures. Bake the sculptures. Decorate the sculptures. Gather the ingredients. Mix the ingredients. Remove from heat. Try an alternate no saucepan, no-bake recipe. Shape the clay into figures.
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How to Actively Listen
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To be an active listener, start by squarely facing the person you're talking to and lean in with open posture to indicate that you're listening. Keep your arms at your side so you don't seem closed off. Then, engage with the other person by paraphrasing their answers or asking them open-ended questions like, “What was that like?” Remember to keep your attention on them and not get distracted by your phone or other conversations.
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Pay attention. Focus your attention entirely on the speaker. This will not only help you remember the conversation, but it will help your listener feel more comfortable sharing more personal information. We are more likely to delve more deeply into a conversation if we believe the other person is hearing us. Have your conversation in a quiet area where there are no distractions. Put away your phone, or turn off music. Active listening can be draining, as it requires much more focus than the usual listening we do on a day-to-day basis. Focusing your attention so closely on someone for a long period of time will likely leave you depleted at the end of your conversation. It is a skill that takes practice! Show the other person you are ready to listen. Maintain a physical stance that makes you appear open and receptive to hearing what the other person has to say. To help you remember what open body language looks like, think of the acronym SOLER : Squarely face the person. This shows you are present and attentive, and will also help you best read nonverbal cues. Open your posture. Keep your arms at your sides or in your lap. Avoid crossing your arms or turning your body away. Lean towards the sender. If you're sitting, sit up tall and lean forward on your chair. Eye contact while listening. Relax while listening. Avoid fidgeting or moving around while engaging in active listening. It may make the other person feel tense or distracted. Make eye contact with the speaker. Eye contact is an easy way to indicate to the other person that you are paying attention to them. Sometimes eye contact feels uncomfortable, but force yourself to do it. It will get easier with practice. It's okay to break eye contact -- you don't need to stare them down. Too much eye contact can be unnerving. Natural breaks would include watching their hand gestures, looking where they are pointing, or looking away as though you are deep in thought. If you find making eye contact with another person uncomfortable, you could try looking somewhere on their face instead, like their forehead. You can also nod while you make eye contact with the other person, to encourage them to continue speaking. Use your voice to convey attentiveness. Sometimes important conversations happen over the phone or in the car, or other places where it may not be possible to show attentiveness with your body language. In this case, convey you're listening by interjecting minimal encouragers. These are vocalizations to let others know you are listening. For example, you could say things like “mm-hmm,” “yes,” “uh-huh,” “I see,” or “oh.” Ask open-ended questions to invite the other person to talk more. You can also use minimal encouragers in person, though attentive body language is more effective in conveying presence and willingness to listen. Restate what the person you're speaking to has said. IT will let them know you're paying attention and that their voice is heard. For example, if they are angry at something, you could say, “That does sound frustrating and I understand why you're upset.” Develop empathy. Empathy is the act of understanding, imagining, and/or feeling what the speaker is feeling. Empathy is the feeling of “putting yourself in someone else's shoes.” It's important in active listening because it helps you to name and identify the other person's feelings, which helps validate the other person and help them know you are listening to and understanding them. Empathy does not mean agreement. Empathy is more like an understanding. You don't necessarily have to agree with what the speaker is feeling, but you should be able to understand what it is they are feeling, and perhaps why they feel what they do. You can develop your empathy by imagining what the other person is feeling. How would you feel if you were that person? Reading works of literary fiction helps you increase your empathy skills. Working cooperatively with others, perhaps in a volunteer capacity, helps you better understand the people you are working with and/or serving. Make the effort to meet other people who are unlike you. By getting to know those who are different, you learn that we all share common ground, building emotional connectedness and understanding. Pay attention to your own emotional reactions. When you are listening to another person, you may begin to feel or intuit the other person's emotions. You may be mirroring the person's emotions, or perhaps you are reacting to their emotions. Sensing what another person is feeling is known as affective empathy. For example, you may feel excited when you watch your sister share news of her job promotion, or you may begin to feel tense or anxious when your friend shares bad news with you. It is helpful for the listener to name what they are feeling to indicate empathy and understanding. For example, you could say, “Wow, just hearing you tell that story made me feel really tense. You must be under a lot of pressure at work right now.” Take note of the speaker's body language. This will give you clues into the meaning, feeling and purpose behind what the speaker is saying, helping to generate empathy. Many researchers believe we convey more of our true thoughts and feelings through our body language and tone of voice than through the words we use. Here are some things you can look out for: Facial expressions. For example, are they genuinely smiling when they are conveying happy news? Tone of voice. Listen to the way their voice sounds when they speak. For example, “I'm thrilled for you,” could be said in a way that sounds truly excited and happy for the other person, or it could be said sarcastically. Gestures. Gestures can convey many emotions. Think about clapping your hands or bouncing up and down when excited, or crossing your arms in front of your chest or putting your hands on your hips when angry. Body position. Watch how a person uses the placement of their body to convey feeling. For example, if someone moves closer to another person when talking to them, it likely conveys a closeness of relationship. Figure out the tone of the conversation. Use your empathy to determine what kind of tone you should take with the speaker. By observing body language and listening carefully, you can decide if your conversation is more lighthearted or serious in nature. The other person may begin the conversation with “Can we talk about something?” or “I have something to tell you,” which gives you a clue that the subject matter is probably serious. Observe body language. With a more serious conversation, you may possibly see fewer gestures, a more protective posture (like arms across the chest), or less eye contact. The speaker may be trying to “protect” their vulnerability. More serious conversations will also likely be in a lower, quieter tone of voice. Conversations that are less serious will likely be louder, with more hand gestures, smiling, and eye contact. Be nonjudgmental. It is important to listen without judgment when you are engaging in active listening. Use empathy to understand where the other person is coming from, and why they made the decisions that they did. Remain open-minded by giving them space to talk without your interjections. Listen with the goal of understanding. Fully focus on what the other person has to say, then think of a response during a pause in conversation. Don't jump to conclusions about the person. Avoid stereotypes. For example, an unemployed person receiving government food assistance may not be lazy. Save your opinions for after you hear their story. Avoid giving advice. Unless the speaker specifically asks for advice, don't offer it to them. Focus on understanding where the other person is coming from instead. If the speaker asks you, “What do you think I should do?” you could say, “You know, I need to think about that. Can you tell me more about what happened? Maybe we could figure out some next steps together.” Paraphrase. On its simplest level, paraphrasing is echoing back the speaker's statement using different words. If the speaker says, "I could fall asleep right here," you could say, "You're really tired." Paraphrasing in active listening can be simple restating to let the person know you are listening, or you can take the paraphrasing a bit deeper to help the other person clarify their thoughts or feelings. For example, if the speaker says, “My mother is mad at me because I told her I have other holiday plans this year. She always wants us all to be at her house,” you could respond, “It sounds like you think your mother is very set in her ways.” Allow the speaker to further clarify if you misjudged their statement. The speaker could say, “No, my mother doesn't like to travel.” Paraphrasing gives the speaker an opportunity to correct the listener without making either party feel defensive--an incorrect paraphrase can still lead to greater clarity. Reflect back. Reflection takes paraphrasing to a deeper level, by paraphrasing and naming feelings you are hearing the other person say, both verbally and nonverbally. This requires you to develop your own empathic abilities, so that you are able to identify and name feelings you see in the other person. Phrases that indicate you are trying to reflect what the other person is saying include, “What I'm hearing you say is…” or “It sounds to me like....” When you are finished with your reflection, you could always ask “Do I have that right?” to make sure you are understanding them correctly. For example, the speaker could say, “I've been feeling really depressed since my father died. We didn't have a good relationship, but I miss him anyway. Part of me is glad he is dead, but then I feel guilty I think that.” You could respond, “It sounds to me like you are grieving your father, but it was a complicated relationship so you are dealing with a lot of emotions right now. You're sad, but maybe you're also relieved.” Allow for silence. Many people are very uncomfortable with silent gaps in conversation. Instead of looking at them as spaces to fill, consider looking at them as opportunities to engage in processing what was said. Give yourself and the speaker time to think before continuing. Practice being in silence with the people in your life since it will make you more comfortable and you will become a better listener. When you are formulating a response while listening, you are not listening fully to the speaker. If it is your turn to speak in the conversation, but you do not yet have a response, you could say, “Give me a minute, please. I want to think about how to respond.” Most people will appreciate your taking the time to develop a thoughtful response. Name your own feelings. When the speaker has finished talking, you could describe how hearing what they said made you feel. This can be particularly helpful if you are speaking with a child , or a person who doesn't have a great grasp on being able to identify their emotions. A good phrase to remember when utilizing this technique is "When you said this, this was how I felt…." Be sure not to talk too much, since this could be a sign of nervousness. Try to be aware of your emotions when you speak. For example, you could say, “When you told me about how your mom left you alone while she drank, it made me feel very sad. I would feel very lonely, helpless, and scared if I had been in your shoes.” Ask open-ended questions. Ask questions that encourage the speaker to provide more than a yes or no answer. Ask questions that encourage a thoughtful response, allowing the other person to describe their thoughts and feelings. Some examples of open-ended questions include: How did you feel when that happened to you? What was it like to experience that? How do you feel when you retell that story? How do you think this experience changed you? How did you come to believe what you do? Who has influenced you the most and why?
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Pay attention. Show the other person you are ready to listen. Make eye contact with the speaker. Use your voice to convey attentiveness. Develop empathy. Pay attention to your own emotional reactions. Take note of the speaker's body language. Figure out the tone of the conversation. Be nonjudgmental. Avoid giving advice. Paraphrase. Reflect back. Allow for silence. Name your own feelings. Ask open-ended questions.
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How to End an Erection
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If you have an unwelcome erection, take a few deep breaths to try to relax. Focus on something that will take your mind off of your arousal, such as playing a musical instrument, reading, or exercising. If someone or something near you is causing your erection, excuse yourself from the room for about 5 minutes. You may also be able to create a distraction by pinching yourself on the thigh.
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Relax, or instead use your anxiety to your advantage. Remember, seemingly random erections are normal and no reason for concern, and odds are that no one has noticed anyway. Take a few deep breaths, and keep calm. Worrying about your erection can cause you to focus even more on it and make it more difficult to end. That said, anxiety can actually be to your benefit in ending an erection. Stress causes a "fight or flight" reaction in the body, which includes the redistribution of blood towards the arms and legs. The sympathetic nervous system is also involved in erections. Drawing blood away from your genitals can help end your erection. So, the best advice may be not to worry about having an erection, but feel free to worry about other things that may distract and deflate your problem. Try to focus on something complicated and non-sexual. You may have heard the old joke that men have only enough blood to supply either their brains or their penises at any one time, but there is some validity to the idea that distracting the mind can help bring about penile detumescence (the return of a penis to its flaccid state). Try to occupy your mind with something besides sex, but don't try to forget about your erection. In other words, don't think to yourself, "OK, I'm thinking about baseball now. Definitely not my erection." Your erection won't go away until you are fully focused on something else. Force yourself to perform a task that takes a lot of mental concentration: play a musical instrument, read, exercise, or solve a math problem. If you can't distract yourself by doing an activity, try to visualize the activity in your head. If you're in a social situation and you can't distract yourself without arousing suspicion, imagine yourself doing something different. If you love playing guitar, imagine every little detail: where you're putting your fingers, how you're strumming, how the song sounds. Get a change of scenery. Sometimes, the best way to distract yourself is to go somewhere else for a while. If the erection was triggered by someone or something in the room, it might be difficult to end it until you leave the room. Give yourself five minutes to calm down, then return with renewed resolve. Ignore sexual stimuli. Don't allow yourself to see, hear, or experience anything arousing. Distract your senses by diving into things that take a lot of attention. If you can't stop noticing the attractive person in the seat next to you, force yourself to focus on the book in front of you. Give yourself mild pain. No legitimate medical authority will now recommend that you cause yourself any amount of pain to stop a natural and harmless body process, but the traditional notion that mild pain can end an erection is still out there. So long as you only cause yourself very mild pain (mainly as a distraction), it is unlikely to be a problem to give it a try. Try, for example, discreetly pinching your thigh. It's easy to hide, it won't seriously hurt you, but it can hurt enough to distract you. If you're truly desperate, some people may recommend you try flicking a testicle through your pants. Don't flick too hard, though, or you might injure yourself! Remember, it's never worth injuring yourself over an erection. Take a seat. When you sit, the fabric of your pants naturally bunches up around your groin, making it harder for others to tell the bulge of an erection from a crease in your jeans. Sitting also allows you to obscure your groin with your legs. Pulling your legs together or crossing your legs makes an erection even harder to see. This tactic should give you time to let your erection shrink naturally. Sitting down also gives you more options for concealing your erection. If you're sitting at a table or a desk, for instance, you can pull your chair closer to cover your crotch. You can fold your hands in your lap. Cover your crotch. If your erection won't go away, try to buy time by subtly holding something in front of your groin. Try covering your lap with a book, a laptop, or a newspaper. If you're standing, try holding a bag, backpack, briefcase, coat, or newspaper about waist-high. Whatever you choose, be subtle. Hold the cover-up object as if everything is normal. Otherwise, you may simply draw added attention to the area you're trying to conceal. Tuck your erection into your waistband. If your erection won't go away, try to quickly and discreetly adjust it by hand. Tuck the rigid shaft up into the waistband of your pants or underwear. This aligns your penis with the zipper or seam of your pants and makes an erection less noticeable. Use caution when wearing a tucked-in shirt or a shirt that doesn't reach all the way down to your waist. If your shirt rides up, you might accidentally expose yourself! Be aware that while this technique will help hide your erection, the friction of the fabric may also inadvertently arouse you further. Some people prefer tucking downward against one of the thighs. It is really just a question of personal preference and comfort. Relieve your discomfort. Depending upon your situation, the tightness of your pants may be making your erection worse. Try discreetly loosening your pants. Sit down behind a table or desk and unbuckle your belt. If needed, unbutton and partially unzip your pants to give your erection more "breathing room" with less pressure. Be conscious of where you are. Don't be obvious. You don't want to be mistaken for some sort of pervert. If you have a bit of privacy, applying a cold pack to your crotch (outside your clothing) can soothe discomfort and encourage your erection to dissipate as well. If you've ever been in a cold swimming pool or outside on a cold day in shorts, you know that the penis and testes tend to retract towards the warmth of your body. Try a warm bath or light exercise. While taking a cold shower is often considered the way to "cool off" raging sexual desires, a warm bath can actually provide a soothing, comfortable environment that may bring your erection to a faster conclusion. Light exercise, like walking on a treadmill or simple aerobics, can also help provide distraction and a shift in blood distribution. These alternatives are often used as initial efforts to end a possible case of priapism, in which the pooled blood becomes trapped in the shaft of the penis. If you have an erection that lasts for more than four hours for any reason, seek medical attention immediately. If not treated quickly, priapism can lead to permanent damage, including but not limited to erectile dysfunction. Urinate. This may not be easy to do with an erection, but urinating can sometimes make an erection go away. Urination causes pleasant, relaxing feelings in your groin, which can make an erection feel less "tight" or "urgent." Waking up in the morning with an erection is common for men of all ages. It can occur with or without the prompting of sexually-arousing dreams. Despite the degree of difficulty in hitting your target while you have an erection, urinating can often help bring it to a conclusion quickly. Masturbate. When it comes down to it, the most effective way to end an erection is to bring it to its natural conclusion. Barring a medical condition, ejaculation almost invariably causes an erection to end. Discreetly excuse yourself from the situation and find a private area: a bathroom, a bedroom, or anywhere else you feel sure that you won't disturb anyone. Do your business, clean up, and return to the situation relieved and ready to go. Avoid masturbating in public. If you do find yourself in a public place with an erection, find somewhere relatively private to do your thing. A lockable bathroom stall will do in a pinch, as long as you aren't loud or obvious about what you're doing. Public masturbation is illegal in many places, and you might disturb people if you aren't careful.
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Relax, or instead use your anxiety to your advantage. Try to focus on something complicated and non-sexual. Get a change of scenery. Give yourself mild pain. Take a seat. Cover your crotch. Tuck your erection into your waistband. Relieve your discomfort. Try a warm bath or light exercise. Urinate. Masturbate.
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How to Be a Good English Teacher
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To be a good English teacher, practice reading aloud so you feel comfortable standing up and speaking to your class without stumbling. Additionally, work on building a relationship with your students by listening to their ideas and finding out their interests, as this will make it easier for you to encourage them. During class, offer praise for good work and ask struggling students to stay behind for extra help. You should also tell your students to come by at lunchtime or after school if they need help so they know you're available for them.
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Choose material that will interest your students. While classics like Moby Dick are incredibly important historically and have a lot of literary value, they can be too long, boring, and seemingly irrelevant to hold your students' interest for long. Instead, assign shorter or more contemporary works, or works that you know your students will enjoy. Look for literary or academic merit in unlikely places: even a zombie apocalypse novel like Colson Whitehead's Zone One deals with challenging and important topics that perfectly complement a classic like Hemingway's In Our Time while still remaining relevant to modern audiences. Assign reasonable amounts of homework. While it may seem nice to have your students read a lengthy novel in a week, this can be an unreasonable expectation. Your students won't be able to finish the reading and will skim it, read a summary instead, or not read it at all. Encourage your students to complete their homework and get the most out of their education by assigning smaller amounts of homework that directly relate to the class work. Your focus should be on creating an in-class environment where you can monitor your student's work and progress. If you choose to give homework, it should be brief and relate directly to your in-class assignments and discussions. Short stories are excellent ways pieces to assign as critical reading. Just because there's less to read doesn't mean your students can't learn key concepts. Find short stories that illustrate what you're discussing in class and use them to keep your students engaged. Give homework assignments that help students understand the material. Ask students to write a short response to a reading assignment, including an interpretation of or questions about the reading. These assignments should challenge students to think critically and consider important questions, or make connections between class topics. Don't assign busywork. Some assignments like vocabulary sentences and definition work are helpful. However, sending home a reading that isn't related to class work just to make sure your students have English homework is stressful and unnecessary. Focus on the quality of the homework you assign rather than the quantity. Focus on the big-picture understanding. Focus on their general understanding of the topics you teach in addition to skills like vocabulary. Impress upon them the larger significance of what they're studying and how this can help them elsewhere in their lives. Teach them how to learn rather than simple facts. This will help them come away from your class with a more lasting understanding of and appreciation for the subject. Order your lessons to make them cohesive. Rather than jumping from topic to topic at will, order your lessons chronologically or thematically. Tie different topics together in your discussions so that your students understand how each topic is related. Help them draw connections and encourage them to consider their ideas in different contexts. What does Whitman's relationship with nature have to do with Tennyson's, or Hemingway's? How are they the same or different, and why? Ordering your lessons chronologically can make the progression from one topic to the next feel natural — it makes sense to study 18th century writers before 19th century ones. Also consider ordering topics thematically, so that you study the progression of a theme or idea across several texts. Know the material well. If you'll be discussing a short story, reread it several times to make sure you pick up the smaller details that you might not have noticed the first time. Come up with an interpretation of the work, but remind yourself that yours is not the only possible interpretation. Make sure you'll be able to answer common questions students might have about the work. It's alright if you don't have answers to every question that comes up. Instead of trying to compensate, open the topic up to a discussion from the class so that they can become learning moments for everyone. Bring in outside material. While the main focus of the discussion should be based in the text itself, it can be helpful to bring in outside material like biographical information about the author, the backstory of the text, or famous or controversial interpretations. Do some research and bring in the most relevant or interesting information you find. Know what you want to discuss. Pick out a few key points of the text that you think your students will find most challenging or confusing. Have in mind the specific topics you'll want to cover, and come up with a few important points your students should take away from the discussion. Keep in mind that your students will have questions and interests that you may not be able to anticipate. Your lesson plans should not be set in stone. Responding to what your students want to talk about will create a lively, engaging, productive discussion. Ask interpretive questions. You should guide your students to interpret the text rather than discuss factual aspects. Ask "how" and "why" questions rather than "what" or yes or no questions. For example, "What did Ender do to Bonzo Madrid?" is a very simple question, while "Why did Ender do it?" is much more challenging and complex, and "How do you know?" demands close reading and attention to the text. Ask specific questions. It can be good to start with broad questions like "What did you like about this story?", but only if they are quickly followed by much more specific questions. Broad questions don't help students think critically about the text, and they encourage generalizations and assumptions rather than text-based arguments. In contrast, asking specific questions about specific aspects of the text will challenge your students to focus on things they may have missed, construct arguments based in the text, and contend with details that challenge their interpretations. Encourage your students to respond to each other. In a discussion, students shouldn't talk to you. Rather, they should direct their questions and comments to each other, and you should step in only to keep the discussion moving forward. They will learn best if they work together to build their own ideas and interpretations — they won't get much out of the conversation if you simply tell them what you think. Remember, you're helping them learn, and a large part of that is teaching them how best to learn. Break your students up into small groups and have them discuss topics amongst themselves. Then, have each group talk about what they discussed with the whole class. Try having each group act as an authority on a certain area and lead the class in a discussion about that topic. If your students will listen to and respect each other, encourage them to jump into the discussion without raising their hands and waiting to be called on. This will create a more responsive, quickly-moving, and engaging conversation that can sustain itself without you. If your students talk over each other or if a few students monopolize the discussion, have the person who just spoke choose the next person to talk, or find another way to allocate speaking time without having to do it yourself. Challenge your students' ideas, and encourage them to do the same. You shouldn't disagree with everything they say, but ask them to support their claims with textual evidence, and encourage other students to come up with different interpretations. Putting pressure on students' ideas makes them think harder to come up with convincing arguments. It also helps them develop the skills to speak persuasively and debate with their peers. Debates and arguments help a discussion become lively, engaging, and interesting. If these debates start to get personal, or if students might offend each other, think about turning the conversation back to the text. You should challenge students' interpretations of the text, not the students themselves. Read regularly. Read many kinds of literature including books, magazines, newspapers and poetry. Reading is the best way to confront challenging topics, pick up vocabulary and writing techniques, and discover new material to bring to the classroom. Depending on the grade you teach, you should be familiar with the most important works in literary history. And you should always be able to give reading suggestions to your students. As well as reading important literature, read for fun. Remember why you love reading, and encourage your students to do the same. Be aware of current trends in reading material, and try out the things you think your students might be reading. This will help you better understand their interests and relate to them outside the classroom, which will make you a more effective teacher overall. Expand your vocabulary. Make a point of looking up new words that you come across in your reading. Study your favorite words and begin to amass a large vocabulary. Challenge yourself to think about words you don't know. Guess at their etymology, and use similar words to figure out their meaning. Don't be afraid to look up words that you're unsure about, and encourage your students to do the same. At the same time, teach your students that the mark of a good writer isn't just whipping out two-dollar words and using them to sound sophisticated. Teach your students the difference between using a word to draw a historical comparison, or using an alliterative word , and using a word to impress someone with your learning. There are more and less useful ways of wielding words. Never talk down to your students for not knowing or understanding a word. Let them know, "It's alright, that's a difficult word." Then, use a synonym, provide them with context clues, or help them look it up so that they become familiar with a more advanced vocabulary. Practice your handwriting. Students need to be able to read your handwriting so that they can understand notes you take on the whiteboard or feedback you give on an essay. Write letters or keep a journal to keep your handwriting alive and healthy, and always focus on readability rather than the speed of your writing. Develop your English language skills. Make sure you have a firm grasp of spelling, punctuation, and grammar. You don't want to find yourself teaching your students mistaken or wrong information. Use reference books and the Internet as sources for grammar and punctuation rules, and don't be afraid to look up topics you're not sure about. Become comfortable speaking in front of your class. Learn to be confident, to stand in front of your students and speak well. Practice reading aloud to get comfortable speaking loudly and clearly and to make sure you won't stumble when you do it in front of your class. Practice good public speaking skills so that you can perform well in the classroom. Encourage your students. Pay attention to your students and give their ideas your full consideration. Work on building a rapport early on in the school year. Treat them as intelligent and worthy people, and respect them academically and otherwise. Try getting to know one thing each student is passionate about outside the classroom. Then, encourage them to pursue their interests and curiosities, and challenge them in and out of the classroom. When you give them attention and respect, you'll find that they perform well so as to be worthy of it. Be available outside of class. Encourage your students to drop by at lunch or after school. This can make a huge difference for students who may be struggling or who want to pursue a discussion further. Being available for them encourages them to foster a genuine interest in the material, and it's a display of your respect and desire to help them learn. Be strict but fair. Don't shout at the pupils every chance you get, but on the other hand don't let them walk over you. Show discipline, but don't go over the top, or this will make them behave worse towards you. If a pupil has done well, tell them so and reward them. Likewise if a pupil is struggling, tell him or her to stay behind so that you can help them to find out what's going wrong, or ask another pupil who understands the concept to help the struggling one. Make sure your students understand what you teach. Don't speak and write too quickly. This will give them time to listen, understand, and copy things down so that they don't miss essential information. Help them absorb your lessons, and encourage them to make connections between topics and outside of class so that they can more fully understand your lessons.
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Choose material that will interest your students. Assign reasonable amounts of homework. Give homework assignments that help students understand the material. Focus on the big-picture understanding. Order your lessons to make them cohesive. Know the material well. Bring in outside material. Know what you want to discuss. Ask interpretive questions. Ask specific questions. Encourage your students to respond to each other. Challenge your students' ideas, and encourage them to do the same. Read regularly. Expand your vocabulary. Practice your handwriting. Develop your English language skills. Become comfortable speaking in front of your class. Encourage your students. Be available outside of class. Be strict but fair. Make sure your students understand what you teach.
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How to Navigate Without a Compass
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If you're lost in the wilderness during daylight hours without a compass to guide you, watching the movements of the sun can help get you back on track. Find an open area and push a stick into the ground, then mark the end of its shadow with a rock. Then wait about 20 minutes and mark the new position of the shadow. The first marker will show you where west is, and the second one will help you find east. From there, you can figure out north and south.
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Use the sun. If it's in the afternoon the sun will be setting so it will be, more or less, in the west. If it is still morning then it will be rising roughly in the east. You can then figure out the approximate directions of north and south as well. During midday it can be more difficult to determine which way the sun is moving, so you may need to work a little harder. Locate a flat, open area. Find a spot on the ground that is out of the shade. You will need direct sunlight in order to create a shadow. If you can find a patch of dirt, use that area instead of grass. The grass may make it more difficult to see the shadow accurately and mark it. Find a stick. It should be at least three feet tall. Push the stick into the ground so it stands vertically. Place a stone or another stick on the tip of the shadow of the vertical stick. Wait for half an hour. Check the location of the shadow. After about 20 minutes, check the movement of the shadow. As the sun moves across the sky, the shadow will change in length. Place another rock to mark the location of the tip of the shadow. You may want to repeat this step one more time if you have time to wait. Having more points of reference along your line will help you determine which direction you face more precisely. Draw a line connecting the rocks. This line points east and west. The first tip of the shadow that was marked is always west, and the last tip that was marked is always east. Draw a perpendicular line through the first line and it will point north and south. You can also place your left foot on the location of the first marker, and place your right foot on the second marker. The direction your body will be facing is north. Look for the North Star. At night, in the northern hemisphere, look for Polaris. It is located in the handle of the Little Dipper. Looking at Polaris, you will be facing North. The North Star is always in the same direction in the night sky, so once you can easily find it you will always know which direction is north. At night, you can find the North Star using the Big Dipper as well. The Big Dipper is shaped like a ladle with a handle and a cup. The two stars that make up the side farthest from the handle, or the outside edge of the cup, are called pointer stars. Note the distance between these two stars. Draw a line away from the bottom of the cup through the star at the lip as indicated by the pointer stars for an additional length of five of these pointer distances. If you see a star nearby, that is the North Star. If the area is clouded over, you are still within three degrees of true north. Another way to find the North Star is to learn to identify the five stars that make the "W" shape in Cassiopeia. It is located directly opposite the North Star from the Big Dipper. In the southern hemisphere, you can find the Southern Cross constellation in the night sky to find south. Get two long sticks. One should be slightly longer than the other. If you can't locate Polaris, you can line up any star in the sky using the tips of two sticks. You can track the motion of the star across the sky to find out which direction you are facing. Find a flat, open area on the ground. You will need enough space to stand and place the sticks a couple feet apart. Be sure you pick a spot that has a good view of the night sky. Push the sticks into the ground a few feet apart. Be sure both sticks are standing straight up. Push the shorter stick in the ground first. Line up a star in the sky. Place the taller stick in the ground so the tip lines up in a straight line with the first stick and the star in the sky. Check back after 15 or 20 minutes. Look over the tips of the sticks again and note the changed location of the star. If the star moved left, you are looking north. If the star shifted to the right, you are facing south. If the star is higher, you are looking east. If the star moved down, you are facing west. The star will likely have moved in a combination of directions, like up and to the right. So, you will need to estimate your southeast direction by how much the star moved in each direction. Hold an analog watch so the face is level with the ground. You need to have a watch with hour hands, not a digital face to use it. You also need to know your watch is working and set to the correct time. Note: You should only use this method between 40 and 60 degrees north or south of the equator. The closer you are in proximity to the equator, the less accurate this method will be. If you have a digital watch, you can simply draw a circle on the ground with a stick. You can use this to represent the watch. Point the hour hand at the sun. Turn your body while holding the watch until hour hand is pointing in the direction of the sun. If you are in the southern hemisphere, point the twelve on your watch in the direction of the sun. If you are drawing the "watch" on the ground, draw a line in the direction of the sun. In the northern hemisphere this will represent the hour hand; it will represent the twelve on the watch in the southern hemisphere. Ignore the minute hand; it is not used in this method. In the northern hemisphere, you would draw a line to the 12. In the southern hemisphere, you would draw the second line toward the current hour. Study your watch. Find the midway point between the hour hand and the number twelve on your watch. If you are in the northern hemisphere this line points south. If you are in the southern hemisphere, this line points north. Find landmarks around you. You can look for natural landmarks, like mountains, lakes, and rivers. You can also look for manmade landmarks like roads, buildings or bridges. You can also try to line up a landmark with another landmark further away. Keep the landmark in line with the more distant landmark as you travel to be sure you are going straight. If you have a map, orient the map in the direction you are facing. North is usually up at the top of a map. Walking straight may seem easy, but without a means of getting their bearings people tend to walk in circles while thinking they are traveling in a straight line. Move towards a landmark. When you reach it, make a mark in the direction you came from. Use a stick and scratch a line in the dirt. Find another landmark in front of you. Look for a hill, a tall tree, or any distinguishing feature in the direction you are heading. Be sure it lines up with your line in the dirt. Continue walking toward the landmark. Repeat. When you get to the new landmark, look back to the last landmark and draw a line in the dirt. Line up a new landmark in front of you from the line in the dirt. Using this technique, you can continue to travel in a fairly straight direction so you can avoid becoming lost. Study the trees. Moss will grow only on the north side of a tree. Deciduous plants tend to populate the southern slopes of hills while coniferous trees cover the north. These phenomena occur in the opposite manner in the southern hemisphere. Plant life signs may help you to determine your direction of travel, but it is not very imprecise. Though you shouldn't rely on these occurrences entirely when navigating, it can come in handy when other methods fail.
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Use the sun. Locate a flat, open area. Find a stick. Check the location of the shadow. Draw a line connecting the rocks. Look for the North Star. Get two long sticks. Find a flat, open area on the ground. Push the sticks into the ground a few feet apart. Check back after 15 or 20 minutes. Hold an analog watch so the face is level with the ground. Point the hour hand at the sun. Study your watch. Find landmarks around you. Move towards a landmark. Find another landmark in front of you. Repeat. Study the trees.
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How to Be Cute No Matter What Your Age
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It's easy to be cute no matter what your age by acting sweet and bubbly. Try to smile as much as possible so that you look happy and approachable to those around you. Smile when you greet other people, laugh at their jokes, and avoid looking too serious. You can also look cute by minimizing eye contact when you talk to people. It's okay to glance at them occasionally so they know you're listening, but try glancing down or looking to the side to appear sweet and a little bit shy. Another way to be cute is by dressing in outfits that you feel confident in. Wear clean-cut, conservative clothes and avoid anything too revealing. For example, wear pastel sweatshirts, collared shirts, or khakis.
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. Practice good hygiene To look cute at any age, you need to be clean and appear put together. Bathe, brush your teeth, brush your hair, moisturize your skin, and wear deodorant. This will help you have a fresh, clean appearance. Take a shower or bath every day. Brush your hair and rub lotion onto your skin when you get out of the shower. Brush your teeth for 2 minutes in the morning and at night before you go to bed. Put deodorant on each morning when you get dressed. Wear pastel colors. Cuteness is often associated with innocence and naivety. Because of this, light or bright colors may help you achieve a cute appearance. Try wearing a pale pink or yellow sundress or a baby blue or lavender fitted shirt with a girly floral pattern on it. If you don't have any pastel-colored clothing, you can buy cute accessories, such as hair bows, to vamp up the cuteness without spending too much money. Stay away from sexy clothes. Sexy is the opposite of cute. If you're aiming for cuteness, don't wear anything that's too tight, too short, see-through, or extremely dark in color. This type of clothing may make you look much more sultry and seductive, as opposed to sweet and soft. Wear outfits that you feel good in. Looking good means feeling good. If you don't want to wear trendy or “cutesy” clothes, then just wear what you feel your best in. If you're comfortable in your clothing, you'll radiate cuteness. Go natural with your makeup. Since you're going for a cute look, less is more when it comes to makeup. Simply apply a small amount of foundation, bronzer, highlighter, and blush, and finish with a sheer nude lip color. Go with a soft hairstyle. Try to find a natural middle ground with your hairstyle. Both big, voluminous curls and poker-straight hair can be intense and overwhelming, which isn't considered cute whether you're 8 or 80 years old. Sleep with your hair in a braid or use a curling iron to put a bend on the ends of your hair to get soft waves. Style your hair so that it’s out of your face. Pulling your hair back can have an innocent, youthful effect on your appearance, which both contribute to cuteness. Wear your hair in a high ponytail, wear it half up half down, or simply pin a small front section back with bobby pins. Wear flowery perfumes. Light, floral perfumes accentuate your cuteness more than strong ones do. If you don't wear perfume at all or you wear one that's intense or sensual, try using something a little fruitier and sweeter. Just spray once on the inside of your wrist, rub your wrists together, and rub some onto your neck. Keep your jewelry simple. Charm bracelets, pearls, stud earrings, and pendants are all cute and classic. Avoid wearing flashy jewelry that's extremely attention-getting. Also, don't wear too many accessories at once. While you can wear whatever looks and feels the best to you, wearing 1 or 2 subtle bracelets and 1 or 2 subtle necklaces is a good way to go. . Stay fresh and clean Bathe, brush your teeth, brush your hair, moisturize your skin, and wear deodorant each day to look and smell your best. Having a fresh, clean appearance and presence will contribute to your cute image. Take a shower or bath every day, and brush your hair and put lotion on your skin afterwards. Brush your teeth twice each day for at least 2 minutes. Put deodorant on every morning before you start your day. Dress up. To achieve a cute, clean-cut look, wear clothes that are a little more formal. Go for collared shirts, button-ups, and sweaters on top. Wear khakis or dark jeans that have a good fit on your lower body. This may give off a little more of a preppy vibe, which may encourage others to perceive you as cute. Throw on a bowtie to get an extra cute look. Go with a hairstyle that’s short on the sides and long on top. If you want your hair to look cute, the safest bet is to go with a trendy style that appears clean and put together. Consider keeping the hair on the top of your head long and getting a fade on the sides. Get a hard part on the side and comb your hair over for a smooth, put-together look. Apply some gel or mousse to the top and run your hands through it to add texture and messiness to your cute hairstyle. Smile often when you’re out and about. People who are considered cute are often also considered happy and approachable. Smile when you greet others, laugh at people's jokes, and smile softly when you're walking around school or work so that it doesn't look like your neutral facial expression is a frown. Be sweet and bubbly. Being cute is all about positivity and friendliness. Always try to have a better outlook on things and be energetic around others, rather than letting negativity pull you down. Be polite to everyone you interact with. For example, if you're spending time with friends and one says, “I can't believe it's raining outside! This is going to be so boring,” then you might respond with, “Don't worry, we can still find something fun to do! Maybe we can make popcorn and watch a good movie!” “Bubbly” isn't the same thing as “ditsy.” It's not cute to act like you aren't as smart as you really are, so avoid doing this. Speak softly. If you want to be cute, don't be abrupt, harsh, or shout at people. Display calmness when you talk to others and be nice and gentle in your delivery. This will help you be cute no matter what age you are. For example, If your significant other tells you that they fell down the stairs the other day, don't laugh in their face and yell, “Klutz!” Instead, say “Oh no! Are you okay?” while using a serious, soft tone. Minimize eye contact. Those who are sweetly shy are often viewed as cute. When talking to others, it's okay to look them in the eye a little bit to show that you're listening and that you care. However, it's also a good idea to embrace your shyness and not keep your eyes locked on theirs for the entire conversation. Glance down and away from time to time when you talk to others to show the shy, sweet side of you. Play with your hair. Twist your tresses around your fingers whenever it feels natural. You can also just tuck your hair behind your ear or run your hands through your hair. These movements may seem small, but they're also playful and endearing.
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. Wear pastel colors. Stay away from sexy clothes. Wear outfits that you feel good in. Go natural with your makeup. Go with a soft hairstyle. Style your hair so that it’s out of your face. Wear flowery perfumes. Keep your jewelry simple. . Dress up. Go with a hairstyle that’s short on the sides and long on top. Smile often when you’re out and about. Be sweet and bubbly. Speak softly. Minimize eye contact. Play with your hair.
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How to Stay Safe on a Trail Ride
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If you want to stay safe on a trail ride, don't ride alone, unless you are an experienced trail rider. Instead, join an organized group that rides together and familiarize yourself with their route, so you can navigate the trails in case you get separated. Make sure to look up the weather beforehand and bring along a rain jacket, sunglasses, or bug repellent, if needed. When you hit the trail, practice caution by following all of the trail rules and slowing your horse whenever you encounter rocky, slippery, or unstable ground that could cause it to fall.
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Know your abilities. If you're planning to ride alone, you should be an experienced trail rider. If you are inexperienced, it's important that you avoid going alone, and either ride with an experienced rider you know or as part of an organized trail ride. Riding alone puts you at risk of injury, getting lost, or getting exposed to the elements. Plan your route. Regardless of your level of experience, it's important that you know the route that you're planning on taking. This will help reduce the risk of getting lost. You should purchase a map of the area in advance, study the route you intend to take, and bring the map with you for reference. Bring a map that is waterproof. That way, if you get caught in a downpour, your map will still hold up. Don't rely on technology like smartphones or GPS for navigation. If you're riding on a trail in a wilderness area, anticipate the likelihood that you will not have good reception. Familiarize yourself with the animals and insects that are native to the area you'll be riding. Know in advance whether any animals may show up that would startle your horse, and be aware of the insect situation to make preparations (like long sleeves and bug repellent). You can find this information by searching online for the area you'll be riding in. Tell others where you're going, what route you'll be taking, and when you expect to return. That way, if anything should happen, your friends or family members will know both where to look and when to start looking. Prepare for ride conditions. Before you head out for a trail ride, you should anticipate any conditions you might encounter on the trail. That means planning for the weather, of course, but it also means planning for issues like riding in the dark if you plan to be out late. Wear comfortable clothes that will keep you warm if it's cold out, or cool if it's hot out. If there's a chance of rain, bring a rain jacket. Bring and wear bug repellent. If there is any chance at all that you may be out at night, bring reflective clothing (especially if the trail crosses any roads) and a flashlight or headlamp. You should also slip an extra set of batteries into your pocket, just in case. Remember that your horse will get warm on a hot day, too. For a quick and easy way to cool him off on the fly, simply tie a long rope around one or two rectangular sponges. When you cross a stream or other source of water, dip the sponges in the water and wring them out on your horse's neck and shoulders. Wear safety gear. In addition to dressing for the weather and environment, it's important to wear the right safety gear. A hard hat should absolutely be at the top of your list, no matter how experienced a rider you are. You may also want to consider wearing a protective vest, which will help protect the organs and bones in your abdomen if you fall off your horse. If you're riding with an organized trail riding service, they may provide you with some equipment, but not other pieces. Some services may require you to provide your own gear. Find out what is offered, and what you'll need to bring. Wear bright orange if there is any chance you will be out in the woods near hunters. You should also wear sunglasses, no matter what season you'll be riding in. Too much exposure to the sun can cause long-term vision problems, and being unable to see where you're going can make it unsafe to ride. Opt for rider-friendly sunglasses that will not shatter (those made with polycarbonate materials are best) and will fit comfortably under your helmet. Pack a first aid kit. If you're out in a wilderness area, there's a risk that both you and your horse could become injured. Be sure to bring a first aid kit that can treat you both, should an emergency arise. A proper first aid kit should include: cotton wraps/dressings surgical tape gauze pads in various sizes a sharp, clean pair of scissors antiseptic wipes and/or rinse saline solution latex gloves clippers a rectal thermometer the phone number for your horse's veterinarian Match your horse to you. If you're a new rider, you should avoid trail riding on a high-energy, athletic horse, as his drive matched with your inexperience could cause an accident. Similarly, if you're an experienced and adventurous rider, you may have a hard time riding a slow, elderly horse with no sense of curiosity. If you're not sure how to choose a horse that will fit your needs and experience level, talk to a trainer at the stable or someone who works with a trail-riding group. Choose a horse that is capable of carrying someone with your height and weight. Again, if you're not sure how to size up a horse for your body, talk to someone who does know. Make sure your horse is physically conditioned for the kind of riding you intend to do. Desensitize your horse. If you are riding your own horse, you should get him used to riding around other horses and animals before entering a wilderness area. Conversely, if your horse has only ever been on rides with other horses and will be riding solo with you for the first time, gradually build up his comfort and confidence levels by taking short rides together on a regular basis. Introduce your horse to new riding situations gradually and over time. Don't expect a horse that's never been on a trail to suddenly "get it" while in the woods. Make sure you have mastered the basic skills of riding with your horse before hitting the trail. Do not bring a wild, unruly horse onto a riding trail. It endangers your safety, the horse's safety, and the safety of anyone else who might be on that trail. Know the other horses. If you're riding with a group, it's important to know whether any other horses that will be on the trail with you have any issues. For example, a horse that is prone to kicking could endanger the rider(s) directly behind him, which would affect how closely the subsequent rider(s) would follow behind. If your horse kicks, tie a red ribbon to its tail. This is generally seen as a universal marker of kicking. If you are riding behind a horse with a red ribbon, give extra space. Remember that any rider should put at least one horse length between their horse and the horse directly in front. If the horse in front has a red ribbon or is known to kick, you should double that distance and make sure your horse doesn't tailgate. Double check the cinches. Many horses puff up their chests when riders fit cinches in place. This can lead to loose cinches as the ride progresses. For this reason, it's generally a good idea to check the cinches after you've mounted the horse, and again about 5 to 10 minutes into the ride. You may also want to check the cinches around halfway through the ride, just to be sure. Loose cinches can lead to accidents and injuries. Checking the tightness of the cinch above the horse's elbow can give you a false sense of that cinch's status. For a more accurate measure, check how tight the cinch is where it crosses the horse's sternum, between his front legs. To check the cinch, slide your finger underneath the cinch from the back moving forward (to ensure that when you remove your finger, the horse's hair will lay flat). You should be able to fit a single finger up to the first joint on that finger. If you can fit anything more, the cinches may be too lose. If you cannot fit that far, the cinch may be too tight. Know the trail rules. If you're on private land, you'll probably only encounter other riders, if you encounter anyone at all. On public lands, however, you may cross paths with hikers, bicyclists, and even off-road vehicles. Because of this, it's important to know the trail protocol to help ensure everyone's safety. If riding in a group, form a single file when another rider is approaching from either the front or the rear. If you come across hikers or bicyclists, reduce your horse's trot to as slow a walk as possible and stay to the side of the trail so that they can pass if they need to. Approach risky situations carefully. Out on the trail, there are many situations you cannot control. There's no way to change the trail conditions, but you can change how your horse approaches those conditions. If the trail becomes rocky, slippery, or otherwise slick or unstable, approach slowly and with caution. Try to keep your body centered in your saddle to reduce the chances that your shifting body weight might make your horse lose balance. Use caution when crossing any streams. In swiftly-moving water, a horse can easily have his legs swept out from under him, causing him (and you) to fall. The risk of this happening greatly increases the deeper you wade in, especially once the water gets approximately halfway up the horse's side. Even muddy trails can cause a horse to slip and fall, potentially pinning you underneath him. If you are riding through a terrain where you cannot clearly see the ground (through tall grass, for example), slow down and approach carefully. Even if the ground is stable, you may encounter rodent holes that could cause your horse to stumble or trip. Use controlled falls. Obviously it would be best if you did not have to fall at all. But if your horse does rear back and knock you off, or if you simply lose your balance, it's important that you try to use a controlled fall to minimize the risk of serious injury. Do not stick out your arms to break your fall. This will likely result in a broken wrist, arm, or both. If you cannot turn in time, try to use your shoulder or thigh to absorb some of the shock when you fall. If at all possible, you may want to cover your face before you hit the ground (and the rest of your head, if you're not wearing a hard hat). Try to tuck and roll as soon as you hit the ground. This will reduce the impact in any single part of your body, and instead will spread the blow out as much as possible. It may sound strange trying to spread the injury out, but remember that a lot of small scrapes and bruises will be a lot easier to recover from than one big, hard impact. Learn how to restrain your horse's rear leg. If your horse gets stuck by a porcupine or otherwise injures his hoof, he may not be able to make it back to the trailhead. Treating an injured rear leg is difficult, as you can easily get kicked by a nervous, flailing horse. The easiest way to restrain a horse for such a procedure is by tying up one of his rear feet. You may never have to restrain a horse, but it's good to know how to do so, should the situation ever arise. To restrain your horse: use a soft cotton rope so that you do not cause chafing or brush burn make sure the rope is long enough for your horse's body so that you will not be in a position where you might get kicked place a length of rope in a loop around the base of the horse's neck, and tie the loop with a bowline (this knot will not tighten up, reducing the risk of your horse choking) take the loose end of the rope down along the horse's body and feed it between his hind legs and out behind his rear (but stand to the side so that you do not get kicked) gently put the rope's end around the back of the horse's pastern (aka the forelimb, roughly equivalent to the shin) bring the rope back alongside the horse, retracing the path that the rope took on the way to the rear leg slide the rope through the ring you tied around the horse's neck use this rope system as a sort of pulley to lift the horse's rear foot off the ground
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Know your abilities. Plan your route. Prepare for ride conditions. Wear safety gear. Pack a first aid kit. Match your horse to you. Desensitize your horse. Know the other horses. Double check the cinches. Know the trail rules. Approach risky situations carefully. Use controlled falls. Learn how to restrain your horse's rear leg.
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How to Steam Corn
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To steam corn without a steamer basket, start by husking the corn and filling a skillet with 1-2 inches of water. Then, bring the water to a boil, and add the corn to the skillet in a single layer. Next, reduce the heat once the water returns to a boil, and let the corn cook for 3-4 minutes covered. Finally, remove the corn from the skillet with tongs and dig in.
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Prepare the corn. Pull the husks off of the corn as well as any threads or strings. Rinse the corn off in cool water, then cut off any bad spots. If you'd like, you can cut the cobs in half to make smaller portions. Choose a pot that is large enough to fit the corn, then fill the bottom with water. You will need 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) of water. You can cook quite a large amount of corn using this method, especially if you stand the corn upright. Place a steamer basket in the bottom of the pan. The water should not touch the bottom of the steamer basket. If it does, pour some water out, but try to keep it as close to 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) as possible. Keep in mind that you may have to refill the water as the corn steams. Add the corn and cover the pot with a lid. If you are inserting the corn vertically, make sure that the stems are pointing downwards. If the corn is too big for the pot, cut the corn in half. Bring the water to a boil, then simmer it for 7 to 10 minutes. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low, and cook the corn for 7 to 10 minutes. If you like your corn more crisp, check it after about 4 minutes. The corn is ready when the kernels turn bright yellow. Keep an eye on the water; don't let it fall below 1 inch (2.54 centimeters). You will be more likely to scorch your pot this way. Use a pair of tongs to take the corn out of the pot, and transfer it to a serving plate. Be careful when taking the lid off the pot.; the steam will be very hot. Serve the corn. At this point, you can garnish the corn with some salt, pepper, and butter. Prepare the corn. Husk the corn first, then pull off any threads or strings. Rinse the corn in cool water, then use a knife to cut away any bad spots. If you'd like smaller portions, cut the cobs in half. Fill the bottom of a large skillet with water. You will need about 1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 centimeters) of water. Bring the water to a boil. Do not add any salt to the water, or your corn will turn out too tough. Add the husked corn to the skillet in a single layer. If you need to, you can cut some of the ears of corn in half to get them to fit. Let the water return to a boil, then lower the heat, and cook the corn, covered, for 3 to 4 minutes. Use a pair of tongs to turn the corn every minute or so that it cooks evenly. The corn is ready when the kernels turn bright yellow. Remove the corn from the skillet using a pair of tongs. Be careful when opening the lid. The steam rushing upwards will be very hot. Do not lean over the pot. Serve the corn. At this point, you can season the corn with some salt and/or butter. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Get the corn ready. If you have not yet done so, husk the corn and pull away any threads or strings. Rinse the corn, then chop off any bad spots. Cut the corn in half when you are done. Place the corn into a 3-quart (3 liters) glass baking dish. Do not grease the baking dish. Fill the baking dish with ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) of water. Do not add any salt to the water, or it will make the corn tough. Cover the dish with foil, and bake it for 30 minutes. As the water heats up, it will steam the corn. Mix the parsley, butter, and salt in a small bowl just before the corn is done steaming. Cut the butter into cubes first, then melt it in the microwave or in a small saucepan over the stove. Stir in the parsley and salt, then set it aside. The parsley is optional, but it will give the corn more flavor. Take the corn out of the oven, and drain the water from it. You can also use a pair of tongs to transfer the corn from the baking dish to your serving platter. Pour the butter mixture over the corn just before serving it. Use a pair of tongs to turn the corn cobs around in the baking dish. This will help the butter coat them evenly. Get the corn ready. Pull the husks off of the corn as well as any remaining threads or strings. Rinse the corn, then chop off any bad spots, if needed. If you want smaller portions, cut the cobs in half. Pour 2 tablespoons of water into a microwave-safe baking dish. The dish needs to be big enough to fit your corn. Note that this method is only good for 2 or 3 ears of corn. If you need to make more, you'll have to do them in separate batches—or try another steaming method. Add the corn. If you need to, cut the corn in half so that it fits. It should lay firmly against the bottom of the dish. You don't want the ends hanging over the edge of the dish. Cover the dish with some plastic wrap, and poke a vent hole using a fork. This will allow the steam from the cooking water to escape. Cook the corn on high until it is done, about 4 to 6 minutes. The exact cooking time will vary, depending on the strength of your microwave. The corn is done when the kernels turn bright yellow. Remove the plastic wrap from the dish. Once the corn is done steaming, use a pair of potholders to remove the dish from the microwave. Carefully pull the plastic wrap from the dish, then use a pair of tongs to serve the corn. Do not lean over the dish when removing the plastic wrap. The steam will be very, very hot. Consider using a pair of tongs to remove the plastic wrap.
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Prepare the corn. Choose a pot that is large enough to fit the corn, then fill the bottom with water. Place a steamer basket in the bottom of the pan. Add the corn and cover the pot with a lid. Bring the water to a boil, then simmer it for 7 to 10 minutes. Use a pair of tongs to take the corn out of the pot, and transfer it to a serving plate. Serve the corn. Prepare the corn. Fill the bottom of a large skillet with water. Bring the water to a boil. Add the husked corn to the skillet in a single layer. Let the water return to a boil, then lower the heat, and cook the corn, covered, for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the corn from the skillet using a pair of tongs. Serve the corn. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Get the corn ready. Place the corn into a 3-quart (3 liters) glass baking dish. Fill the baking dish with ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) of water. Cover the dish with foil, and bake it for 30 minutes. Mix the parsley, butter, and salt in a small bowl just before the corn is done steaming. Take the corn out of the oven, and drain the water from it. Pour the butter mixture over the corn just before serving it. Get the corn ready. Pour 2 tablespoons of water into a microwave-safe baking dish. Add the corn. Cover the dish with some plastic wrap, and poke a vent hole using a fork. Cook the corn on high until it is done, about 4 to 6 minutes. Remove the plastic wrap from the dish.
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How to Restart a Dry Ball Point Pen
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To restart a dry ball point pen, start by giving the pen a good shake or tapping it against a hard surface, then scribble vigorously on a piece of paper to try to get the ink flowing. If that doesn't work, you can soak the tip of the pen in rubbing alcohol for 5 minutes. Heat may also get the ink flowing, so you can hold a lighter up to the tip for a few seconds or run it under very warm water. If all else fails, replace the ink cartridge with a new one!
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Put the pen in boiling-hot water for 5 minutes to avoid using flames. If you're worried about burning yourself or your pen, use hot water to warm up the ink. Heat some water to boiling in a kettle or in a pan on the stove, then pour it into a mug. Set the pen tip-down in the water for about 5 minutes, then test it out on a piece of paper. If your pen has any metal components, dry them thoroughly to prevent corrosion. You can also take the pen apart and soak just the cartridge if you don't want to get the barrel of the pen wet. Warm the pen with a blow dryer or craft heat gun for gentler heating. If you're worried that an open flame or boiling water will be too harsh, warm the nib and cartridge with a hair dryer on a high heat setting. For slightly more powerful heating, you can also use a craft heat gun or embossing gun. Warm the nib of the pen for a few seconds at a time, then try writing with it. Don't use an industrial heat gun! They get extremely hot and will probably melt your pen. Hold the tip of the pen to a flame for a few seconds to unclog the ink. Use a lighter, match, or candle to create a flame, then place just the very tip of your pen in the flame for a few seconds. In many cases, the heat will melt any gummed-up ink near the tip and get the pen working again. Be careful not to burn yourself or melt the pen. Hold just the very tip of the nib in the flame, and don't do it for longer than 2-3 seconds. If you're worried about melting the barrel of your pen, remove the cartridge first. That way, it's easier to just heat the nib of the pen. Scribble on some paper right away to get the ink moving and check if your pen works. Dab a little spit on the nib to lubricate the ball. This may sound gross, but spit can act as a lubricant or gentle solvent to help unclog the tip of your pen. If you're hesitant to actually lick the nib of your pen, put a little spit on your fingertip or a napkin and dip the pen tip in that. Then, scribble on a piece of paper to see if you can get the ink flowing. Ballpoint pen ink is generally not considered toxic, so don't worry about getting sick from licking the pen. Any mildly toxic components, such as glycols, are present in such small amounts that they won't cause any harm. Dip the point of the pen in rubbing alcohol to dissolve clogs. If some of the ink is dried out in the pen, you might be able to get it going by thinning it a little with rubbing alcohol. Pour some alcohol into a cup or bowl and dip the pen into it, then scribble on a piece of paper to see if you can get it flowing again. Most ballpoint pens have oil-based ink, which is part of the reason it's so hard to get ballpoint stains out of clothing. Solvents, such as alcohol, are better at thinning oil-based ink than plain water. Try acetone if alcohol doesn’t work. Acetone is a more aggressive solvent that might unclog your pen if alcohol isn't strong enough. Dip the nib of your pen in a little bit of acetone-based nail polish remover and see if that does the trick. Acetone releases harsh fumes, so always use it in a well-ventilated area. Try to dip only the very tip of the pen in the acetone, since acetone can damage many types of plastic. Scrape the nib on a rubber surface to get the ball rolling. When scribbling on paper doesn't work, sometimes you can get a stuck ball moving by rubbing the pen on a rubber surface. Scribble on a rubber eraser or even the sole of your shoe. Alternatively, some people find it helpful to scribble on a glass surface (such as a hand mirror) to get a stuck ballpoint pen going again. Shake the pen to move the ink down in the cartridge. Sometimes a ballpoint pen will stop writing because there's a space or bubble between the ink in the cartridge and the nib. Hold the end of your pen opposite the nib and give the pen several firm shakes, as if you were shaking down an old-fashioned glass thermometer. When you're done, give it a scribble to see if it works. You can also try tapping the pen firmly on a hard surface, like the edge of a desk or table. Push the ink down in a wide cartridge with a cotton swab. If your pen has a wide enough cartridge, you may be able to push the ink down toward the nib. Unscrew the barrel of your pen and take out the cartridge, then pull the cap off the end of the cartridge. Push a cotton swab into the cartridge and apply gentle pressure to the fluid inside. Put your pen back together and test it again. If the cartridge is too narrow to fit a cotton swab in, use a smaller object, like a paperclip. If the cotton swab gets ink on it, toss it in the trash right away so that the ink doesn't spread around and stain anything.
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Put the pen in boiling-hot water for 5 minutes to avoid using flames. Warm the pen with a blow dryer or craft heat gun for gentler heating. Hold the tip of the pen to a flame for a few seconds to unclog the ink. Dab a little spit on the nib to lubricate the ball. Dip the point of the pen in rubbing alcohol to dissolve clogs. Try acetone if alcohol doesn’t work. Scrape the nib on a rubber surface to get the ball rolling. Shake the pen to move the ink down in the cartridge. Push the ink down in a wide cartridge with a cotton swab.
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How to Zest a Lemon
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To zest a lemon, start by cleaning it thoroughly with water and soap.Then, hold a grater over a cutting board at a 45° angle and gently run the lemon down it. If you don't have a grater, you can use a knife or vegetable peeler to cut off the outer yellow peel from the fruit. If needed, dice up the peel into smaller pieces before adding it to your recipe.
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Rinse the lemon. Cleaning fruit is especially important when you plan on eating the peel. Scrub vigorously under hot, soap water with your fingers or a clean sponge. Set your tool over a cutting board. A microplane produces a very fine zest, perfect for baking and cooking. If you don't have this tool, use the smallest holes on an ordinary grater. Position it as follows: Microplane or flat grater: Hold the handle closest to you, with the end set against the cutting board at a 45º angle. If the flat grater is unstable, grate over a bowl with the grater resting against the edge. Box grater: Place it flat over the cutting board, with the finest side facing the hand holding the lemon. Push down on the handle to prevent sliding. Grate the yellow skin only. Grate just enough to get through the yellow skin, avoiding the bitter white pith underneath. Many graters can pierce through this layer in a single movement. Be gentle if you are not using a microplane. Graters will only grate in one direction. Microplanes can grate in either, but it's usually easier to push down, then lift the lemon back to the top. Rotate the lemon and repeat. Once the white pith is exposed, rotate the lemon and zest the next strip of peel. Repeat until most of the peel is removed, or until you have enough zest for your recipe. There's no need to get every bit from the ends or from flecks of remaining yellow. Use a traditional zester for spiral cocktail garnishes. The original "zester" looks like a small claw with tin teeth or sharp holes. This creates thin strips of peel for garnishing drinks. When a recipe calls for zest, it means finely minced or grated peel instead. You can use this tool, but you'll need to chop the peel finely afterward. A traditional lemon twist is actually easier to make with a vegetable peeler, as described below. Wash the lemon. Scrub the lemon surface with hot, soapy water. Use an untreated, unwaxed lemon if you can. The wax is usually harmless (and regulated in the US and EU), but it can affect the taste of the drink. Run the zester across the lemon in long strips. Press the teeth of the zester against the skin and drag it across the lemon. For decorative, extra long strips, rotate the lemon as you go. Wash the lemon. As always, wash your fruit thoroughly with soapy water. You'll be eating this peel, so you don't want any pests or pesticides on it. Create zest for recipes. This tools is not ideal if you want the zest for recipes, but it will work if you have no other options. Drag the vegetable peeler slowly and gently over the upper surface of the peel. Try to get as little of the white peel as possible. Once a strip of peel is removed, mince it as finely as you can to create zest. This zest will be less flavorful than grated zest, and especially microplaned zest. You may want to use more to make up for this, but keep in mind the pieces will also be more noticeable and less attractive. Create lemon twists for cocktails. Remove a short, wide strip of zest as described above. Hold the strip with the peel side down over the drink, then twist it with your thumbs and forefingers to release oils onto the drink. Rub the strip against the glass rim for additional flavor, then drop it onto the drink surface. The bitter white pith will be especially noticeable in a cocktail. The underside of the strip should have several pores where the yellow skin is visible. If there's a thick white layer instead, carefully scrape off some of the pith with a paring knife. Choose a sharp, small paring knife. The paring knife is probably the most difficult tool for this job, but it has its benefits. You don't have to clog your kitchen with a one-use tool, and a sharp knife makes clean, dry cuts compared to the wet, sticky clumps other methods can produce. Keep reading to learn the technique. Cut off both ends of a clean lemon. After washing the lemon, cut off both ends where they begin to taper. Rest a cut surface flat on the cutting board. Slice off a thin strip of zest. Cut off a strip of rind from the side of the lemon, right where it meets the white pith. It may be easiest to start near the center of the lemon, where it bulges outward. Remove the white pith. Hold the strip flat against the board with one hand, yellow side down. Press the knife blade flat on top of the strip, with the blade pointing away from your hand. Scrape the top of the strip at a slight angle, removing most of the white pith. Julienne the strip. All this means is "cut it into thin strips." To avoid poking your fingers, hold the lemon peel in place with your fingers curled down into a "claw" shape. In this position, your knuckles are closer to the blade than your fingertips. As long as you keep the sharp edge of the knife below the level of your knuckles, you are unlikely to hurt yourself even if the knife slips. Dice the peel. Gather the thin strips in a tight row, than rotate them 90º. Cut the other way using the same technique as above. Try to make the zest pieces as small as possible.
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Rinse the lemon. Set your tool over a cutting board. Grate the yellow skin only. Rotate the lemon and repeat. Use a traditional zester for spiral cocktail garnishes. Wash the lemon. Run the zester across the lemon in long strips. Wash the lemon. Create zest for recipes. Create lemon twists for cocktails. Choose a sharp, small paring knife. Cut off both ends of a clean lemon. Slice off a thin strip of zest. Remove the white pith. Julienne the strip. Dice the peel.
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How to Resurface Concrete
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To resurface concrete, start by cleaning it with a power washer and a stiff-bristled push broom. You should also cover any expansion joints with weather stripping so they don't get filled in when you resurface the rest of the concrete. Next, mix 1 part water with 7 parts resurfacer powder and use the mixture to fill in any large cracks and divots. When you're finished, let the patches dry for 6 hours. Then, mist the concrete so it's damp and pour some resurfacer over a small area of it, using a squeegee to spread the resurfacer out evenly. Finally, repeat with the rest of the concrete surface until it's completely covered.
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Use a power washer to remove dirt and loose concrete. Plug the power washer in, connect it to a water source, and turn on the machine using the switch. Hold the end of the power washer 3–4 inches (7.6–10.2 cm) from the surface of the concrete and pull the trigger to shoot out water. Use back and forth strokes to clean all of the concrete completely. Focus on areas where concrete is loose or deteriorating. Look for a power washer with a fan tip that reaches 3500 PSI to clean your concrete slabs. If you don't have access to a power washer, you can get an attachment for your garden hose. Cleaning your concrete makes the resurfacer adhere better. Let the concrete dry completely. Give the concrete 1-2 hours to dry after power washing it. When the surface of the concrete is dry to the touch, you can move on. Sweep off the concrete with a stiff-bristled push broom. Once the concrete is dry again, sweep the rest of the dust and residue off with a push broom. Work in small areas at a time to clean off the area entirely before moving on. Resurface your concrete on the same day you clean it, or else dirt and dust will start to form again. Cover control and expansion joints with weather stripping. Remove the backing from peel-and-stick foam weather stripping. Push the weather stripping into the cracks between your concrete slabs so the resurfacer doesn't fill them in. Weather stripping can be purchased at your local hardware store. The expansion joints between slabs cannot be filled since they allow the slabs to shift naturally without cracking. Mix 1 part water with 7 parts resurfacer using a drill and paddle attachment. Pour the resurfacer powder into a 5 US gal (19 L) bucket, then add the water. Use a paddle attachment on a corded drill to mix the resurfacer. Keep mixing the resurfacer until it has a thick consistency like cookie dough. Resurfacer can be purchased from your local hardware store. The amount of resurfacer you need depends on how many cracks and holes you need to fill. Start by mixing 1 cup (240 ml) of water with 3 ⁄ 2 pounds (1.6 kg) of resurfacer mix. Always wear rubber or nitrile gloves before touching the resurfacer. That way, it won't dry on your skin. Fill the cracks with the resurfacer mix. Use a trowel to transfer the resurfacer onto your concrete. Press the resurfacer into the crack so it fills it completely and so there aren't any air bubbles. Once the crack or divot is full, smooth out the top of the crack with a flat trowel so it lays flush with the rest of the slab. Cracks only need to be filled if they go more than halfway through the concrete slab. Avoid filling in the joints between slabs. Let the patches dry for 6 hours. Don't resurface the rest of your concrete until your patches are dry. In temperatures around 73 °F (23 °C), your patches should dry within 6 hours. Drying time may take longer depending on your weather conditions. Avoid using resurfacer then the temperatures are below 50 °F (10 °C) or if there's a risk of freezing weather within 8 hours of applying it. Mist the concrete so it’s damp. Use the misting attachment on your hose to wet the concrete. This prevents the concrete from absorbing the water from your resurfacer, which helps it adhere better. If there's any standing water left on the concrete's surface, push it off using a stiff-bristled broom. If you don't have a misting attachment for your hose, you'll just have more water to brush off at the end. Resurfacer cannot be mixed by hand or in a barrel drum since it will not reach the right consistency. Mix 5 1⁄2 c (1,300 ml) of cool water with 20 lb (9.1 kg) of resurfacer. Pour the resurfacer mix and the water into a 5 US gal (19 L) bucket. Use the corded drill with a paddle attachment to blend the resurfacer together. This time, blend the resurfacer until it has the consistency of pancake batter. Keeping the water cold will slightly increase the working time for the resurfacer. If your mixture is too thick, add ⁄ 2 cup (120 ml) of water at a time to loosen it. If the mix is too runny, add ⁄ 2 pound (0.23 kg) of the resurfacer. This will cover 45 square feet (4.2 m ) of concrete, so adjust the amounts as necessary for the area you intend to resurface. Pour the resurfacer in a small area on top of your concrete. Start at one end of your concrete slab and work your way toward the other end. Lift your bucket and pour all of the mixed resurfacer onto your concrete in a strip that's 1 foot (0.30 m) wide by 6–8 feet (1.8–2.4 m) long. Keep the resurfacer at least 2 feet (0.61 m) away from the edge of the concrete slab so it doesn't ooze off. Don't pour more than 1 strip at a time since the resurfacer dries within 30 minutes. Spread the resurfacer evenly across your concrete with a squeegee. Use a long-handled squeegee to make a thin layer of the resurfacer. Work in back and forth motions until the resurfacer is smooth and between ⁄ 4 – ⁄ 2 inch (0.64–1.27 cm) thick. Do not cover the weather stripping in the joints between your slabs. Only work on an area that's 144 square feet (13.4 m ) or smaller so the resurfacer doesn't dry before you're finished. A bag of concrete resurfacer covers about 90 square feet (8.4 m ). Keep a few extra bags of resurfacer handy in case you need to add more. Brush across the surface with a concrete broom to add texture to the resurfacer. Smooth concrete can be slippery unless you add texture to it. After the resurfacer has been sitting for 5 minutes, drag a nylon-bristle concrete broom across the surface to create texture lines. Always brush in the same direction so the lines look neat and uniform. Concrete brushes are available to buy at your local home improvement or hardware store. Don't use a regular broom since the resurfacer could get caught and dry in the bristles. Pour resurfacer until you’ve finished your entire concrete area. Continue to pour strips of the resurfacer, working towards the edge of your slab. Squeegee the concrete until it's smooth and level, then use your broom to add texture. Let the resurfacer dry for 6 hours before walking on it and removing weather stripping. Stay off of the resurfacer until it's completely dry, which usually takes around 6 hours. If the temperatures are lower than 73 °F (23 °C), the resurfacer may take longer to set. Pull the weather stripping out from the joints between your slabs. If you resurfaced a driveway or area with vehicle traffic, wait 24 hours before driving over it. If the temperature is higher than 90 °F (32 °C), mist the resurfacer twice per day to cure it.
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Use a power washer to remove dirt and loose concrete. Let the concrete dry completely. Sweep off the concrete with a stiff-bristled push broom. Cover control and expansion joints with weather stripping. Mix 1 part water with 7 parts resurfacer using a drill and paddle attachment. Fill the cracks with the resurfacer mix. Let the patches dry for 6 hours. Mist the concrete so it’s damp. Mix 5 1⁄2 c (1,300 ml) of cool water with 20 lb (9.1 kg) of resurfacer. Pour the resurfacer in a small area on top of your concrete. Spread the resurfacer evenly across your concrete with a squeegee. Brush across the surface with a concrete broom to add texture to the resurfacer. Pour resurfacer until you’ve finished your entire concrete area. Let the resurfacer dry for 6 hours before walking on it and removing weather stripping.
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How to Improve Your Relationship With Your Spouse
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To improve your relationship with your spouse, start by focusing on open and honest communication. Tell your spouse about your hopes, dreams, and fears, and be sure to listen when your partner opens up about their feelings, too. It's normal to argue from time to time, but strive to let go of things that aren't worth fighting over and be willing to compromise when the two of you disagree. Also, increasing physical contact by holding hands, snuggling, and being affectionate can help you feel closer to your spouse. To make sure your spouse feels appreciated, take time to express gratitude for the little things they do, like cooking a meal, fixing a broken cabinet, or just picking something up for you at the store.
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Listen to your spouse. Couples that have been together for a long time often take the things that are said for granted. For example, your spouse might tell you that something you're doing has been bothering him/her, but you might assume that it's not a big deal because you've been together for so long. However, little things add up, and when your partner feels invalidated or unheard, that can lead to bigger trust and intimacy issues down the line. If your spouse tells you there is a problem, you need to take that statement seriously. Work on solving the problem, either alone or together, but make sure you take your partner's concerns seriously. Address your partner's needs. If your spouse is telling you what he or she wants from the relationship, you need to put in the effort to make it happen or work together to find a compromise. Spend quality time with your spouse. Quality time is time that you reserve unconditionally and completely for your spouse. No matter what happens, you should reserve this time for your spouse. Phone rings? Hang up and shut it off in front of your spouse. Listen to each other, sit together, watch each other. Enjoy each other's presence and enjoy being together. Do this at least once a week for 30 - 60 minutes. Be open and honest with each other. Honesty is tremendously important in a relationship, especially if you're married. You want to feel that you can trust your spouse, and you want your partner to feel the same way. But honesty and openness extends beyond just telling the truth; it also means not withholding information, and not holding back when there's something you want to address. Never lie to your partner. Even a small lie, like saying something doesn't bother you when it secretly does, can eventually boil over into resentment and arguments. Open up and let yourself be vulnerable with your partner. Tell your spouse your secret hopes and dreams, your deepest fears, and other things that you keep hidden. Let your partner open up and be vulnerable with you. This can help build trust and foster a stronger sense of intimacy and affection. Work on compromising. Compromising can be difficult, especially when emotions are running high after an argument. However, needing to be right for 30 seconds isn't worth the strain that argument could put on your relationship down the line. It's normal to disagree or even argue from time to time, but you need to be willing to let go of your side in the name of compromising and collaborating. Don't think of arguments as something that need to be "won." This is dangerous thinking, as it pits you and your spouse against each other. Let go of things that aren't worth fighting over. Even if you weren't in the wrong, it's not worth the stress and frustration of an argument. Be willing to cede an argument. Just because you think you're right, it doesn't mean arguing your point any further will get you anywhere, so work on dropping it before it escalates. Compromise makes your relationship stronger. When you both set aside your needs, including your need to be right, you can work together as a team for the betterment of both partners. Use "I" statements. When you and your spouse have a disagreement, it's important to avoid using accusations or insults. One way many spouses inadvertently hurt their partners is by using "you" statements instead of "I" statements. Using "I" statements can help convey the way you're feeling and promote a productive, positive conversation, instead of hurting your partner's feelings. A "you" statement conveys blame to your partner. For example, "You're always late, and you make me look bad as a result!" An "I" statement reframes the conversation in a way that focuses on the feeling, not on pinning blame or guilt. For example, "I'm noticing that you are staring away during this conversation and it makes me feel like you're not taking my feelings into consideration." An "I" statement has three components: a concise and non-accusatory description of the specific behavior you're having problems with, your feelings on that behavior, and the tangible, concrete effect your partner's specific behavior has on you. The behavior component should stick to the facts of the situation, your feelings should be directly related to that behavior, and the effect should either specify the consequences or support your feelings on the matter. The goal is to be as specific as possible and stick to the issue at hand. Don't drag up other unrelated issues or feelings, just focus on the tangible effects of the current problem. Never yell at your partner. Many people begin yelling without even realizing it. When you have an argument, your emotions may be running high, and you might feel very passionately about the thing you're debating. However, yelling at your spouse will only have one of two results: either your partner will yell back, and you'll be screaming at one another, or your partner will become fearful of you. Either way, it's a damaging situation that can put a huge strain on your relationship. It may feel relieving in the moment to yell and let out your frustrations, but your emotions will be running high. You're more likely to say things that you don't mean when you yell, and you won't be able to take back those hurtful words later when you're calmed down. Avoid talking about important things when you (and/or your partner) are upset. Take a walk, or simply excuse yourself from the room for 5 or 10 minutes, then restart the conversation when you're both calm. Change up your routine. Whether you've been married for two years or twenty years, it can easily feel like you and your partner have fallen into a rut. Routines form because they are convenient and they make it easier to navigate your day-to-day life, but falling into ruts and routines in your relationship can slowly kill the romance without you even realizing it. If you usually eat in most nights, try going out for a date night. If you typically make your own separate meals, try cooking a meal for your partner and eating together. Do something exciting together that you and your spouse wouldn't normally do. It doesn't have to be anything crazy, but it should push you both to have fun and get excited together. Take a romantic vacation together, or just plan a fun and exciting day together - even if it just means going to a carnival or an amusement park. Flirt with one another. When you and your spouse were dating, you probably flirted with one another all the time. So why did you stop? Most couples get comfortable with one another, which is obviously a good thing. But the downside of getting comfortable is forgetting how to turn on the charm, often because you haven't had to in several months (or even years). Make eye contact. Smile at your partner and act giggly. Use romantic body language, and mimic your partner's body language. Stand facing one another, avoid crossing your arms, and lean in towards one another when you speak. Increase your physical contact. Physical contact is an important component of intimacy. Physical contact makes you feel desired, and it can make you feel comfortable and closer with your partner. If you're already very intimate and have a lot of physical contact, then keep doing it. If you've lost that part of your relationship, make an effort to bring it back. Physical contact doesn't just mean sex (although many people do consider sex a healthy part of marriage). It can mean holding hands, snuggling, embracing, kissing, or any other kind of affectionate contact. Your partner probably wants physical contact as much as you do, but may be too shy or worried that you don't also want it. Don't stress over physical contact, just initiate it. Your partner will appreciate it, and it will help you both feel closer to one another. Remember that feelings often follow actions. If you put forth the effort and try to make a romantic evening for one another, the romantic feelings will follow. Make time for intimacy. If you've been married for a while, you probably both feel overwhelmed from time to time with trying to balance your work life and your home life. This can be even more daunting if you have kids. But making time for intimacy without any distractions (kids, work calls/emails, etc.) can do wonders to bring back the spark in your relationship, especially if you make it a consistent priority week after week. Spending time with one another, especially with physical contact, often sets the stage for sex and will make you both feel closer to one another. If you have to, schedule time for intimacy and/or sex. Experts advise that even setting aside 30 minutes for some intimate time alone can do wonders for your relationship. Drop your kids off at a babysitter's, or if they're old enough to be out alone you can give them money to go see a movie or shop at the mall. That will buy you some alone time with your spouse. Turn off your cellphones when you're being intimate together. Nothing kills the mood like your partner getting dragged into a long work-related phone call. Intimacy isn't just a one-time thing. You'll need to work hard to make time for it every week, or several times a week, or however often you and your partner need it. Convey your sexual preferences. This relates to being honest and open in your communication with one another. Some people are afraid to convey their desires to others, even to a spouse. However, your preferences are nothing to feel embarrassed or ashamed of. Talk to your partner about what your sexual preferences or fantasies are, and ask your partner about his or her preferences. And no matter what you or your partner want, be mutually respectful of one another's needs. Feeling like your sexual preferences aren't being met can make sex unfulfilling, which over time can feel almost like a chore. The best way to mutually enjoy sex is to communicate to your partner what you like or don't like, and ask your spouse to do the same. Be willing to explore new things together in the bedroom so that you and your partner are both having your needs met. Plus, trying new things in general can lend a spark to your relationship, and you might find you both enjoy your new routine. Being respectful of your partner's needs doesn't mean putting yourself in an uncomfortable situation. It's okay to have boundaries and to expect your partner to respect those boundaries. Consider seeing a couple's therapist. Some people have the impression that couple's therapy is only for people who are on the verge of divorce. However, that is simply not true. Couple's therapy can help you and your spouse work on communication skills, find ways to feel more intimate, and work through any difficulties that arise in your marriage. There's no shame or stigma in seeing a therapist. Couple's therapy can help you and your partner at any stage of your relationship. If you or your partner experience little to no sex drive after previously having a sex drive, your therapist may refer you to your primary physician to see if there are any medical explanations. Sometimes certain medications can reduce sexual urges or the ability to perform sexually. Other times there may be an emotional reason why a person's sex drive decreases. Be honest and open with your therapist and with your doctor to address any intimacy issues you're experiencing. Express gratitude for the little things. A big risk in long-term relationships is taking one another for granted. No matter how much you love and appreciate your spouse, there's always a risk that you might get so accustomed to one another that you forget to be grateful for all that your partner does. If you make an effort to express gratitude, your partner will almost certainly do the same. Say thank you when your spouse does something for you, whether it's cooking a meal, fixing a broken cabinet, or just picking something up for you at the store. Letting your partner know that you appreciate the little things will make your spouse feel appreciated, and your partner will be more likely to continue doing nice things for you (and vice versa) in the future. You could say something like: "It made me really happy that you swung by work today - thanks for doing that. It was good to see you for a few minutes." Take the time to notice your partner. Another facet of taking your partner for granted is forgetting to compliment one another. You may think that your partner knows you love him or her, and that may be true. But nothing brings a smile to your face like hearing that someone finds you attractive and desirable, so work to make one another feel special as often as possible. It doesn't take much to notice your partner. Compliment your spouse on an attractive outfit, a recent haircut, any developments after beginning a new workout routine, and so on. Try to praise your partner for his/her efforts in front of others. Bragging about your spouse's accomplishments when he or she is too shy to can really make your spouse feel loved. Go on a date with your spouse. As your relationship goes on, you might find that it's harder to make time for a date, or to go out and have a romantic evening alone. This can be particularly troublesome if you have children. But having regular date nights spent alone with your spouse can bring back the excitement and the passion that you felt for one another when you were actually dating, and that passion is important in sustaining a long-term marriage. Commit to spending the night alone together. Get a babysitter for your kids, or have them sleep over at a friend's house. Choose a romantic restaurant. If you have a favorite place to go or if you can recreate your first date, even better. Get dressed up for one another. Try to impress your spouse as though you were still just dating and not yet married. Take a romantic walk after dinner, or go see a show together. Focus on making it an intimate evening alone together. Make sure you feel fulfilled. In addition to feeling your sexual needs are fulfilled, it's imperative that you feel like your life has meaning and that you've accomplished something. It may come as a surprise, but experts agree that having your own personal goals and accomplishments separate from your spouse can actually strengthen your marriage. When you feel like your own personal goals are being fulfilled, it's easier to devote yourself to your partner. If you're very career-driven, take time for your career. If you're an artist, work on your art. If you're athletic, train for a marathon. No matter what your partner's goals and accomplishments are, it's important for you to have your own goals. You and your spouse should be supportive of one another, and should celebrate each other's accomplishments.
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Listen to your spouse. Spend quality time with your spouse. Be open and honest with each other. Work on compromising. Use "I" statements. Never yell at your partner. Change up your routine. Flirt with one another. Increase your physical contact. Make time for intimacy. Convey your sexual preferences. Consider seeing a couple's therapist. Express gratitude for the little things. Take the time to notice your partner. Go on a date with your spouse. Make sure you feel fulfilled.
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How to Dress for Skiing
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To dress for skiing, start by wearing a base layer, such as long underwear and a waffle-knit thermal top, to keep you warm and wick away sweat. Next, put on a fleece sweater or jacket that has a collar to keep your neck warm. For an outer layer, choose a waterproof ski jacket to keep you dry and ski pants with a cuff that will slide over your boots. Then, keep your feet warm and comfortable with a pair of ski socks that are thin, but warm.
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Look for a “waffle” like texture. These textures are better at wicking moisture away from your body. They'll also keep you warm in bitterly cold conditions. Choose a layer with a texture that looks most like a waffle. Wear a thermal top. Choose a thin, wicking, thermal shirt fitted to your chest. Opt for synthetic materials like polypropylene. Wool is also be a good option as it naturally regulates heat, wicks sweat and has antimicrobial properties. Wool also retains 80% of its heating properties when wet. Avoid cotton as it doesn't have the wicking power you'll need on the slopes and loses it's heating properties when wet. Make sure the top doesn't slide around while you walk. Put on thermal pants. Make sure these are thin and fitting against your legs. This next-to-body fit will keep you warm. Choose a synthetic fabric to wick away moisture. Opt for fleece. This fabric is available in different weights and is great for wicking and insulation. Cotton won't wick moisture or insulate as well. Choose fabric that's a cross between form-fitting and bulky. This way, you'll get the insulation and wicking power you need without struggling to get your outer layer on over the middle layer. Put on a mid-layer sweater. Wear a sweater or jacket with a half- or full-zip with standup collar. This will keep you warmer. Look for underarm zippers known as “pit vents” to allow sweat to escape properly. Wear a soft shell for windy conditions. Soft shells are form-fitting yet stretchier for comfort. They come in wind-resistant and windproof varieties. Look for soft shells with a waterproof DWR coating on the outside. Put on mid-layer pants, if necessary. This layer might be optional with current fabric technology for base and outer layers. Ask the shop staff for help if you're new to skiing. If you do need mid-layer pants, go for something relatively tight to allow the outer layer to slide on with no problem. Slide on a ski jacket. Opt for something roomy enough to comfortably accommodate your layers but not too loose or bulky. Make sure it's a waterproof and properly insulated ski jacket - not a hoodie or a sweatshirt. Ski jackets use special fabrics, insulation and features to keep you warm. These include waterproof-breathable fabrics, heat-retaining insulation, and a powder skirt or closeable cuffs and hem. Put on ski pants. Go for actual ski pants made for the slopes. They have an inner powder cuff that you slide over your boots to prevent snow from getting in. Your pants should fit well and allow you to move comfortably. Wear ski socks. Wear only one pair of socks to keep your feet from sweating too much. Your socks should be thin but warm. If you're renting boots, choose slightly thicker socks for comfort. Make sure they have padding to protect your shins when they press against your ski boots. Put on ski boots. Any other boots won't clip to your skis. Buy or rent boots that fit the width of your feet. Look for boots with good flexibility. If you're skiing recreationally, avoid stiff boots designed for racing. Protect exposed skin with sunblock. No matter what the conditions are on the slopes, this is a must. You can get a sunburn even if it's cold and overcast. Opt for SPF 15-30, depending on how fair your skin is. Don't forget about your lips! Slather on lip balm with an SPF of at least 15. Put on ski gloves. Make sure that they're designed for skiing. Regular gloves won't give you the protection you need. Ski gloves are thicker and have a rubber lining on the outside for easy grip. If you plan on skiing in a very cold climate and/or harsh terrain, buy gloves with wrist protection and a built-in inner glove. Wear goggles. Spend the extra money on high-quality goggles. They'll protect you from snow blindness and help you to navigate cloudy conditions with few shadows. They'll also protect you from flying debris that can get caught in your eyes. When you come back from the slopes, allow your goggles to dry outside their protective case to prevent mold buildup. Slip on a gaiter. A gaiter is a felt tube that you slip on your neck. Pull it over your mouth on especially cold days. Always keep the bottom of the gaiter under the collar of your ski jacket. Put on a helmet. A hat will keep your head warm, but a helmet will protect you from head injuries. Make this a rule for any condition you could be skiing in. Helmets come in basic low-tech varieties or high-tech forms with headphones if you want to listen to music as you ski. For added warmth, wear a form-fitting hat under the helmet.
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Look for a “waffle” like texture. Wear a thermal top. Put on thermal pants. Opt for fleece. Put on a mid-layer sweater. Wear a soft shell for windy conditions. Put on mid-layer pants, if necessary. Slide on a ski jacket. Put on ski pants. Wear ski socks. Put on ski boots. Protect exposed skin with sunblock. Put on ski gloves. Wear goggles. Slip on a gaiter. Put on a helmet.
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How to Build Shed Doors
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To build a door for a shed, start by cutting a piece of wood paneling or TI-11 siding to the size of the door opening, minus 1/2 inch on each side. Next, cut boards to frame the top, bottom, and sides of your door, then glue them in place using wood glue. You can also add a diagonal board from a top corner to the opposite bottom corner for more support. Once the glue is dry, add long screws to secure the boards to the door. Then, screw hinges into the door frame with lag screws, and attach the hinges to the edge of the door.
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Measure and mark the size of your doorframe. Measure from one side of the door frame to the other side of the frame and subtract 12 millimetres (0.47 in) to each side. This extra space is needed so that you can properly open the door. Write down the length and the width of the doorframe on a piece of paper. Most shed doors will be somewhere between 25–45 inches (64–114 cm) wide and 5.5–7 feet (1.7–2.1 m) tall. Choose and purchase material for your door. You can use a T1-11 siding, which resembles wood paneling, or you can use plywood sheathing to construct the door. Another option is purchasing bead boards, which are boards that can interlock with one another. Use a material that blends in with the siding on the shed so that the door matches the aesthetic of your structure. T1-11 siding and beadboards are sturdier than plywood sheathing. Get paneling or plywood that is at least 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) thick. Purchase 3 1 by 4 inches (2.5 cm × 10.2 cm) boards for your frame. Purchase 3 1 by 4 inches (2.5 cm × 10.2 cm) boards that are as long as the height of the door. Purchase boards that are a foot or 2 longer than the height of your door and cut them down later to ensure that you have enough wood to construct the entire frame. Buy 2 1 by 8 inches (2.5 cm × 20.3 cm) boards. These boards will act as the top and bottom of the frame that will go on top of your door. Get boards that are as long as the width of your door. Draw an outline of your door on your wood paneling. Measure and mark an area on your wood paneling that corresponds with the measurements that you took, minus 12 millimetres (0.47 in) to each side. Use a flat edge to draw the lines that will serve as a guide as you cut the material to size. Hold a level up against the lines to make sure that they are not on an angle. Cut the material to size. Use a saw and cut along the lines using a flat edge to guide as you cut. If you want more precise cuts, you can use circular saw or miter saw to cut out your door. If you are using interlocking beadboards, make sure to cut away the uneven edges on the boards so that they are straight on all sides of the door. Cut 1 by 4 inches (2.5 cm × 10.2 cm) boards to the height of your door. Take your 1 by 4 inches (2.5 cm × 10.2 cm) strips of wood and use a circular saw or handsaw to cut them to the height of your door. Cut out 2 pieces of wood for each side of your door and lay them on the floor. Glue the strips to the left and right edges of your door. Squeeze wood glue in a back and forth motion to apply wood glue. Put glue all the way down the length of the 1 by 4 inches (2.5 cm × 10.2 cm) boards, then line up both boards with the right and left edge of the door and lay them on top of it. Press down on the boards so that they lay flat on the door's surface. Screw 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) long screws into the frame. Use an electric screwdriver to drive screws into the corners of the frame. Start from one end of the frame and place 2 screws about.25 inches (0.64 cm) away from both edges of the frame. Continue your way down the length of the frame, spacing the screws about 6 inches (15 cm) apart. This will secure the sides of the frame to the door. Measure the space in between the two side frames. Use a tape measure and record the amount of space in between the two side frames. If you've squared everything up correctly, the space should be the same on the top and bottom of your door. Cut a 1 by 8 inches (2.5 cm × 20.3 cm) board to fit in between the frame. Measure and mark a 1 by 8 inches (2.5 cm × 20.3 cm) so that it's long enough to line up flush with the side parts of your frame. Draw a line to help you cut a straight. Use a handsaw or electric saw to cut the piece of wood to size. Glue the boards onto the top and bottom of your door. Apply glue to the back of the boards like you did with the side frame pieces. Press the boards in between the side frame and line up the top of the board with the top of the door. Repeat the process on the bottom of the door. Screw the 1 by 8 inches (2.5 cm × 20.3 cm) boards in. While the glue is still wet, use 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) long screws and place the screws in all four corners of the board. Place additional screws 6 inches (15 cm) apart down the length of the board to secure it. Mark a 1 by 4 feet (0.30 m × 1.22 m) board diagonally on the door. The board that runs diagonally will help support your door and improve its stability as well as prevent it from racking. Lay the board diagonally over the frame and use a flat edge to draw lines that line up with the edges of the frame on each end of the board. This should create an angled line that you can cut from your diagonal board. Cut the board to fit the outer frame. Use a handsaw or electric saw to cut the angled edge. The board should now be able to fit diagonally on top of the door's surface. Glue and nail the diagonal board in place. Repeat the process that you used for the rest of the frame and glue and nail the diagonal board onto the surface of the door. If you cut everything correctly, the edges on the end of the wood should lay flush with the rest of the frame. Your door now has a frame that will help keep it together. Measure and mark where the hinges will go on your shed. Use a tape measure and mark 7 inches (18 cm), down, from the top of the door frame and 11 inches (28 cm) up from the bottom of the doorframe. If you already have hinges installed on your shed, you can skip this step. Screw the hinges into the shed with 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) lag screws. Screw in 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) lag screws into the holes on the hinge and into the frame itself. This should secure the hinges to your shed. Line the door up into the doorframe. Have a friend help you hold the door in place. Use a level to make sure that the door is straight, then open the hinge so that it rests over the surface of your door. Make sure that there is a 12 millimetres (0.47 in) gap in between the door and the shed's door frame so that the door can properly open. Screw the hinges into the door. While your friend continues to the hold the door in place, use a screwdriver to drive 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) lag screws through the holes in the top hinge and into the door. Then, repeat the process with the bottom hinge. Make sure that the screws are tight and the door feels secured to the shed's door frame. Open and close your door to test if it works. You should now have a door that can open and close on your shed. If the door is getting stuck on the frame when you try to open it, you may have to sand down the edges of the door with a 36 to 100 grit sandpaper to slightly reduce the door's size.
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Measure and mark the size of your doorframe. Choose and purchase material for your door. Purchase 3 1 by 4 inches (2.5 cm × 10.2 cm) boards for your frame. Buy 2 1 by 8 inches (2.5 cm × 20.3 cm) boards. Draw an outline of your door on your wood paneling. Cut the material to size. Cut 1 by 4 inches (2.5 cm × 10.2 cm) boards to the height of your door. Glue the strips to the left and right edges of your door. Screw 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) long screws into the frame. Measure the space in between the two side frames. Cut a 1 by 8 inches (2.5 cm × 20.3 cm) board to fit in between the frame. Glue the boards onto the top and bottom of your door. Screw the 1 by 8 inches (2.5 cm × 20.3 cm) boards in. Mark a 1 by 4 feet (0.30 m × 1.22 m) board diagonally on the door. Cut the board to fit the outer frame. Glue and nail the diagonal board in place. Measure and mark where the hinges will go on your shed. Screw the hinges into the shed with 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) lag screws. Line the door up into the doorframe. Screw the hinges into the door. Open and close your door to test if it works.
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How to Build Hamster Toys out of Household Items
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To build hamster toys out of household items, try making a ladder by cleaning some popsicle sticks, making the sticks into the shape of a ladder, and gluing them together. You can also make a tunnel for your hamster by cutting circular holes in a cardboard box, and putting empty toilet paper tubes into the holes. Then, cover the tunnel in bedding so your hamster has more of a challenge playing with the toy.
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Gather together several popsicle sticks. The number of popsicle sticks that you will need will depend on how tall you want to make the ladder. Rinse off the popsicle sticks to remove food residue. The stickiness of food residue could make it difficult for your hamster to walk on the ladder. Allow the popsicle sticks to dry completely. Glue the popsicle sticks together using non-toxic glue. It is important to use non-stick glue because your hamster may nibble on the sticks and inadvertently eat some of the glue. You would not want your hamster to get sick from eating a part of his toy. Allow the glue to dry completely. Place the ladder in the cage. You can get creative with where you place the ladder in the cage. Set the ladder on the bottom of the cage and have it leading up to another toy. The ladder could also be used as a bridge between toys such as cardboard boxes or milk cartons. Gather together the materials you will need to make a tunnel. You will need several empty toilet paper tubes, bedding, some small cardboard boxes, and a cutting instrument (knife, scissors, box cutter).Make a Fun Hamster Tube Town Instead of cardboard boxes, you could also use shoe boxes, milk cartons, or empty boxes of tea. Because these boxes are not transparent, you will not be able to easily see your hamster once he's inside the tunnel. Even if you can't see him, trust that he's having fun in there! Cut circular holes in the cardboard boxes. These holes will be what the toiler paper tubes go through. To make sure that the holes you cut are the correct size, it may be helpful to first trace the outline of the tube onto the box.Make a Fun Hamster Tube Town Cut the holes in different parts of the cardboard boxes to give your hamster more options when entering and exiting the tunnel. Insert the toilet paper tubes into the holes. If the tubes do not fit easily into the holes, make the holes a little bit bigger. Forcing the tubes into the holes could distort their shape, making it difficult for your hamster to walk through them. Use non-toxic glue to secure the tubes in the holes. Cover the tunnel with bedding. This will create a little bit of extra work and challenge for your hamster to play in the tunnel. Even though the tunnel will be covered with bedding, leave an open end where your hamster can gain easy access to it. Gather the materials that you will need. To make a two-story hamster house, you will need two empty tissue boxes, a pair of scissors, a ruler, non-toxic glue, several empty toilet paper tubes, and several small pieces of cloth. Square tissue boxes will work better than rectangular boxes to make the house. Use scissors to cut away the plastic opening of the tissue boxes. Removing the plastic will make it easier for your hamster to go through the openings. Stack the boxes on top of each other and glue them together. Stacking the boxes on top of each other will create the upper and lower levels of the house. Stack the boxes so that the top opening of each box is facing to the right or to the left. The openings should not be on the same side of the house. Use a ruler to measure the distance from the top opening to the floor. Measuring this distance will allow you to know what length of tube you will need to create a walkway up to the upper level. Create a walkway using the toilet paper tubes. You may need to place several toilet paper tubes within one another to make a long enough walkway from the lower to upper level. Use non-toxic glue to attach the tubes to each other, if necessary. Use non-toxic glue to attach cloth to the inside of the walkway. The cloth will give your hamster extra traction so that he can easily walk up and down the tube. Do not make the incline so steep that your hamster will have trouble walking up or down the tube. Secure the walkway to the opening of the second floor box. Use non-toxic glue, rather than tape, to attach the walkway to the second floor box. Securing the walkway will ensure that it does not move when the hamster walks up or down the tube. If the opening is rounded, use scissors cut the bottom of the opening into a straight line. Gather a handful of empty toilet paper tubes. The more complicated you want to make the maze, the more tubes you will need. Place the tubes within one another. In order to maintain the shape of the tubes, be careful not to force them to fit into each other. Use non-toxic glue to attach the tubes to each other. Hamsters will nibble at the cardboard, so you want to make sure that the type of glue you use will not make them sick. Place the rows of tubes in different directions in the cage. This will create the shape of the maze. The more creative you are with the directions of the tube, the more challenging the maze will be for your hamster. If you choose to place the maze outside of your hamster's cage, closely supervise your hamster so that he does not escape or injure himself. Other household materials that you can use to create a maze include empty shoe boxes, cylindrical oatmeal boxes, and wrapping paper tubes. Place a treat at the end of the maze. The scent of the maze will encourage them to move even faster through it to get to the treat. Gather together items to make an obstacle course. Just about anything can be used to make an obstacle course, including paper cups, toilet paper tubes, small toy cars, and building blocks. Be aware that small toy cars have paint on them, which could make your hamster sick if he eats the paint. Watch him closely and remove the cars if you see him to start to nibble on them. Set up the materials in a large open area. You could use an open area of your floor that outside of your hamster's cage. You could also use your bathtub or a large cardboard box. If you use your bathtub, line the bathtub with a towel. The towel will give your hamster more traction as he moves through the obstacle course. Place treats throughout the obstacle course. The scent of the treat will motivate your hamster to move even faster through the obstacle course. Keep a close eye on your hamster. You will want to make sure that he does not eat any part of the obstacle course that could make him sick.
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Gather together several popsicle sticks. Rinse off the popsicle sticks to remove food residue. Glue the popsicle sticks together using non-toxic glue. Place the ladder in the cage. Gather together the materials you will need to make a tunnel. Cut circular holes in the cardboard boxes. Insert the toilet paper tubes into the holes. Cover the tunnel with bedding. Gather the materials that you will need. Use scissors to cut away the plastic opening of the tissue boxes. Stack the boxes on top of each other and glue them together. Use a ruler to measure the distance from the top opening to the floor. Create a walkway using the toilet paper tubes. Secure the walkway to the opening of the second floor box. Gather a handful of empty toilet paper tubes. Place the tubes within one another. Use non-toxic glue to attach the tubes to each other. Place the rows of tubes in different directions in the cage. Place a treat at the end of the maze. Gather together items to make an obstacle course. Set up the materials in a large open area. Place treats throughout the obstacle course. Keep a close eye on your hamster.
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How to Avoid Suspicion and Paranoia
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If you're trying to avoid suspicion and paranoia, practice deep breathing or meditation to destress, since stress can be a major contributor to paranoia. Additionally, keep a journal to write about your thoughts and feelings, which can help you work through them. When you have suspicious or paranoid thoughts, write down who you were with and what you were doing at the time, which can help you identify what triggers the thoughts. Finally, take note of trustworthy behavior, like a friend showing up for lunch when they say they will, to remind yourself that people can be trusted.
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Determine if you are suffering from paranoia or anxiety. Both anxiety and paranoia are caused by fear and manifest themselves in excessive worry and perceived danger. Paranoia is an unfounded belief or fear that something bad is going to happen. Often, an individual experiencing paranoia will be suspicious of another person or group, believing that other person or group will be responsible for the negative occurrence. Paranoia comes with a sense of threat and the exaggerated nature of an individual's beliefs is what sets paranoia apart from typical fear and worry. Practice relaxation. Stress can be a major contributor to paranoid thoughts and feelings, which is why it is important to destress. If you're starting to become suspicious, take a moment and practice relaxation. When you feel paranoid or suspicious, your body can respond in an alert manner similar to fear. This can be exhausting. Tune into your body's responses (such as increased heart rate, knots in your stomach, or faster breathing) and purposefully bring a sense of calm to your body. Practice guided imagery, say a prayer, or practice deep breathing. To begin deep breathing, focus on each breath. lengthening them so that they are deeper and longer. This should slow your body down and induce feelings of calm. Take up meditation. Meditation can help you learn to focus and to relax. It can also be used to increase your feelings of well-being and inner happiness. Journal. If you want to engage in some self-discovery-- especially about your paranoia-- writing can be a great way to work through your thoughts and feelings. Write down when you have felt hurt, betrayed, helpless, or humiliated and the feelings you remember from those experiences. Writing can help you to sort through and settle your thoughts, as well as help you to clarify the relationships between your thoughts and the external influences. Write about any childhood experiences that made you wary in trusting people's motives. Were there times you couldn't tell if someone was lying or telling the truth? Was there a time in your life you felt betrayed by someone that made you approach trust differently? Talk to a therapist. Suspicion and paranoia often result in distrust, so begin building trust back into your life, starting with a therapist. Attending long-term therapy is often the treatment of choice. If you suffered a traumatic situation or event, your therapist can help you work through this. Your therapist can help you learn and practice calming strategies and techniques to lessen your paranoia. When beginning treatment, it's important not to let your paranoia seep into your therapy; see your therapist as someone you can trust and who will not share information with others. After all, therapists are required to keep information confidential. Your therapist can work with you to challenge what makes you feel distrustful toward others, and help you build skills in relating to other people in a more beneficial way. Practice open and honest communication. If you struggle to feel secure in a relationship, practice good communication skills. Ask people to speak directly and honestly to you without using sarcasm. When you speak with others, put most of your energy on listening to what they say and understanding them. If you're unclear about something, ask a question. Overall, be curious in your interactions and avoid jumping to conclusions. If you start to doubt what the person is doing or saying, ask a question. However, don't be accusing. For example, if your partner is going out and you're feeling suspicious, ask, “Do you know what time you'll be back? I was hoping we could spend some time together tonight.” Choose to trust people. If you generally tend to be untrusting toward people, this likely affects your ability to have friendships and relationships. While it's true some people shouldn't be trusted, it doesn't mean that everyone is not trustworthy. Think about what it costs you when you doubt someone; their time, their presence, their love, and perhaps even their friendship. For example, if someone calls and says they will be late, then it simply means they are running late and nothing more. Even if there is a pattern of lateness, it doesn't mean they're up to something else based solely on this one trait, however much you dislike it. If you're having a hard time believing someone, say to yourself, “I am choosing to believe they are telling me the truth.” Avoid applying the past to the present. Maybe an ex cheated on you and now you're wary of dating or being with someone new for fear they may also betray you. Living in the past is not a healthy way to direct your present and future behavior. Avoid letting past bad experiences cloud your present judgment, and learn how to stop yourself from falling into automatic suspicious responses whenever a similar situation arises. Rebuilding trust starts with you, not anybody else. Learn from your past experiences and improve your resilience, but use the past like a stepping stone rather than a weight dragging you down. Keep a log of paranoid thoughts. Whenever you have a suspicion about someone or another type of paranoid thought, write it down in a journal. Include details about the situation, such as who you are with and what else is happening at the time. This can help you to identify your triggers for these types of thoughts. Think logically. Use common sense and logic before reacting or speaking by lessening your emotional response and increasing your rational side. If you don't know something about someone or a situation, avoid making an assumption. Aim for taking a calm and logical approach to all situations presented before you, ask questions before making judgments, and seek explanations and evidence before reaching conclusions. Suspicious behavior destroys relationships. Do not give your power to thoughts. Challenge their truth. Ask yourself, “Is this true? What evidence do I have to prove this?” Be optimistic and expect good things to happen. When you stay active and committed to doing things that really matter to you, it's harder to be overwhelmed by suspicions. Get involved in activities that keep you purposefully occupied and spend time with people who distract you in an enjoyable way. Seize the meaningful opportunities that are bound to come your way when you keep a more open mind. Instead of expecting people to let you down or hurt you, expect pleasant things to come your way and wonderful people to share your experiences with. Look for people you can connect with and learn from and grow with. Take note of trustworthy behavior. Suspicion and paranoia are based on proving yourself right about people being untrustworthy or unfaithful. You likely tend to look for confirmation of these beliefs and prove yourself right about people. However, being proven right about someone's untrustworthy behavior doesn't actually help you experience trust or safety. Instead of keeping your attention on all the ways people can and might hurt you, shift your focus to behaviors that prove people can be counted on, trusted, and relied upon. For example, if someone says they will meet you for lunch and they show up, prove to yourself that they said they'd do something and they did it. Get your anger under control. You absolutely have a right to be angry with people who hurt you when you were in a vulnerable position or that took advantage of you. But this anger cannot be transferred to every person you meet. Carrying around anger and distrust toward people hurts you most. Anger management techniques can help you reduce stress levels and improve your relationships. You can learn to become a better communicator, solve problems, and think differently. Increase your empathy. If you have problems trusting others (especially friends, family, or a significant other), turn the tables on yourself. Think about how you would feel if someone you cared about or spent a lot of time with didn't trust anything that you did or said. Think about how it would feel if someone kept badgering you about your whereabouts and thoughts. How does that make you feel? Suspicious probing is unpleasant at best, and downright invasive and unsettling at its worst. If you feel prejudiced, find commonalities that you may have with the person you distrust. Build a relationship with them, be curious about their life, and remind yourself that they're human just like you. Trust yourself. While you're learning to trust others, choose to trust yourself as well. By seeing the world suspiciously, you can project your own unresolved fears onto others. There are many genuine and true people out there. Put the focus on yourself and learn to trust yourself first. Remove people from your life that doubt your abilities or say you can't succeed. Keep your commitments to yourself by following through on things you want or need to do. When you say you're going to do something, know that you will do it. For example, if you say that you're going to go exercise today, know that you can and will follow through on that commitment.
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Determine if you are suffering from paranoia or anxiety. Practice relaxation. Journal. Talk to a therapist. Practice open and honest communication. Choose to trust people. Avoid applying the past to the present. Keep a log of paranoid thoughts. Think logically. Be optimistic and expect good things to happen. Take note of trustworthy behavior. Get your anger under control. Increase your empathy. Trust yourself.
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How to Choose a Yoga Mat
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To choose a yoga mat, start by choosing a thicker mat if you're slim or have a small frame, or a thinner mat for a more robust frame. Additionally, choose a thicker mat if you get sore joints, since they provide extra support. Next, pick between a regular mat made of rubber or cotton, and a non-slip mat, which will give you more grip for rigorous forms of yoga. If you're doing a type of yoga that involves a lot of sitting or laying down, try a padded mat for better comfort or support.
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Consider your body type. The type of yoga mat you need depends, to an extent, on your body type. If your joints get sore easily, you may need a thicker mat. Thicker mats, or mats with extra padding, can be easier on the joints. Standard yoga mats are 1/8 of an inch thick, but go up to 1/4 of an inch. Consider a thicker mat if you like more cushioning. Keep length in mind if you're tall. A standard yoga mat is 68 inches long, which may not be long enough if you're on the taller side. Look into a super-stretched yoga mat if you're more than 5'6" tall. Consider any injuries. For example, if you have knee issues, you might want a thicker mat to pad your knees. Look into your type of yoga. The type of yoga you'll be doing can also affect what kind of mat you should purchase. Consider your yoga level before purchasing a mat. If you're new to yoga, it's okay to go with a less high-quality mat. Go for a basic mat between $10 and $20. You may decide yoga is not for you, so you do not want to invest in expensive equipment. Also, as you figure out how your body responds to yoga, you'll be better able to figure out your personal needs. Go for a cheap mat now and then choose a more expensive one down the road. Flow yoga classes require more complex movements, and you'll need a mat with more traction to keep your arms and legs in place. For yin classes, however, you'll primarily be sitting on the ground, so grip is less important. Instead, go for a soft, cushy mat. Some people engage in a form of "hot yoga," in which they engage in yoga in a heated room. If you're doing hot yoga, you may want to choose a mat specifically designed for this type of yoga. These mats are designed to keep you from slipping when sweat gets on your mat. Consider where you're doing yoga. Where you're going to do yoga also makes a big difference in your mat type. If you intend to primarily do yoga at home, for example, you do not need to worry about a lightweight mat you can transport easily. However, if you take yoga classes outside your home, you may want to look into a mat you can carry around easily. You may also want to look into a lighter weight mat if you travel a lot and do yoga when on the road. You may also want to consider investing in a second yoga mat that you can bring on trips. Be wary of PVC mats. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) is one of the most commonly used materials to make yoga mats. However, it has a bad reputation in the yoga community as some studies indicate it may be a carcinogen. It is also hard to recycle. In the event your mat gets old and worn out, you'll simply have to throw it away. If you're a health-conscious person, you may want to avoid a PVC mat. Try a rubber mat. Many people prefer mats made out of natural rubber to PVC mats. A simple rubber mat is about as easy to find as PVC mat, but has a better reputation among yoga enthusiasts. A rubber mat may be a good idea if you're just starting out, as they're simple to find and somewhat inexpensive. Use a padded mat. Padded mats are a lot softer and more comfortable than regular yoga mats. A padded yoga mat is made of two parts: an inside portion, made of foam, and an outer removable cloth covering. These mats can be great for yoga that involves a lot of sitting or lying down. They generally provide a lot more support than the average mat. However, they do not provide a lot of grip. You may find yourself slipping and falling during certain poses when using a padded mat. One downside to padded mats is that they can only be partially washed. You can wash the outer cloth layer, but the internal foam is non-washable. Look into cotton. Some yoga mats are simply made of cotton. Many prefer cotton because it's a more natural material. While cotton may retain more sweat, it is easily washable. It is also soft but may have slightly more grip than a padded mat. However, cotton can more easily retain sweat. A cotton yoga mat may require frequent washing. Consider a non-slip mat. Non-slip mats, also known as sticky mats, are mats designed to allow you to move into many different positions. These mats provide added grip and stick. If you're doing a particularly rigorous form of yoga, consider a non-slip mat. Consider texture. The texture of your mat makes a difference in terms of your personal comfort. Mats come in a variety of textures, so make sure you consider texture carefully before making a choice. Stickier mats, like non-stick mats, tend to have a rougher texture. While this can irritate the skin, it can actually be an advantage if you're doing yoga that involves a lot of intense poses. If you prefer a smooth mat, PVC mats may be the best way to go. However, many yoga supply companies sell more eco-friendly mats that offer a smooth texture. Try looking into a company with a reputation for being environmentally conscious if you want a smooth, non-PVC mat. Choose a mat that's appropriately thick for your needs. As stated, if you're new to yoga, you'll need more padding. Most standard yoga mats are 1/8 of an inch thick, which may not be thick enough for a beginner. However, yoga mats can be as thick as 1/4 of an inch. If you need more padding, consider going for a thicker mat. A good in-between would be a mat of 1/6 of an inch. If you're new to yoga but more petite in frame, this may be a good option for you. A mat of in-between thickness may also be good if you travel a lot, as they're easier to roll up and transport. Pick a mat that's easy to store. It can be cumbersome to have a yoga mat that's difficult to roll up. Go for a mat that's made of lightweight material and rolls up easily. Test out a mat in the store by rolling it up a few times. Make sure the mat is easy to maneuver so you will not have to worry about storing it. Consider accessories. Depending on your needs, you may need certain accessories for your yoga mat. A handle may be a good idea if you travel to yoga each day. You may also want to purchase a carrying case for your mat, as well as a cotton buckle to secure your mat when you roll it up. Look into price. Yoga mats vary greatly in price. A 1/8-inch thick PVC mat with no padding, stickiness, or other frills will be your cheapest option. You can get a mat of this nature for around $10, but it will wear out fast. If you're serious about yoga, consider investing in a higher quality mat. If you plan on doing yoga longterm, go for a pricier mat from a reputable sports or yoga company. A mat from Lululemon Athletica, for example, may be a worthy investment if you're a yoga enthusiast. Certain features, like padding and stickiness, do cost extra. However, if you've decided these extras are important to you due to your personal needs, they may be worth the extra price.
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Consider your body type. Look into your type of yoga. Consider where you're doing yoga. Be wary of PVC mats. Try a rubber mat. Use a padded mat. Look into cotton. Consider a non-slip mat. Consider texture. Choose a mat that's appropriately thick for your needs. Pick a mat that's easy to store. Consider accessories. Look into price.
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How to Pick Chanterelle Mushrooms
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To pick chanterelle mushrooms, wait until late summer or early fall since that's the best time of year to pick them. Then, when you go out searching, keep an eye out for hemlock and Douglas fir, which are both trees that chanterelles tend to grow out of. Also, look carefully for specks of orange, which is what the tops of chanterelle mushrooms look like. When you find one, cut the mushroom off at the base and store it in a mesh or burlap bag.
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Find an experienced mushroom forager and ask to tag along on a foray. The best way to learn how to identify a mushroom is to go with someone knowledgeable and have them show you how to identify them. Many cities have a mycological society that you can join; sometimes they organize group forays. If the society has a forum, use it. There's a much better chance of an experienced forager agreeing to teach you his or her ways if you: Offer to drive or pay for the gas. Promise never to visit the spots they show you, ever. Insist that you don't want to take any mushrooms home, you just want to learn and observe. Check if chanterelles grow in your area. The chanterelle grows in many parts of North America. The 'summer' species of the chanterelles are a deep yellow color and are in the shape of a trumpet when full-grown. This makes them quite easy to spot in the forest once you have stumbled upon an area conducive to their growth. The best seasons of the year to hunt the wild chanterelle are late summer and early fall, depending on the amount of rainfall the area has received. Mushrooms must have a good amount of rain in order to grow. So, if your hunting area has had a decent, wet summer, start your search in late August or early to mid September. If you go out and see small chanterelles peeking up from the moss, just give them a couple of weeks to mature, then return to the area to harvest. Learn to identify trees, such as hemlock and Douglas fir. Chanterelles tend to grow from the roots of these trees. If the ground is grassy or if there is a lot of leaf litter (instead of pine needles), you will probably not find chanterelles in the vicinity. Shown in this picture is a branch from a Douglas fir tree. Look carefully for slivers of orange peeking out from the ground. Can you spot the chanterelles in this picture? If you find one chanterelle, there are probably more nearby. Check the area surrounding the closest tree. Look at the ground from as many different angles as possible. Step carefully so you won't crush any chanterelles. Cut the mushroom at the base. While experienced mushroom hunters may debate the merits of cutting versus pulling, most people cut. Set the harvested mushrooms in a mesh laundry or burlap bag, as this allows the spores to fall onto the forest floor. Verify your chanterelle's identity! The poisonous "look-alikes" most likely to cause problems are Jack-O'-Lantern mushrooms of the genus Omphalotus. While these are easily distinguished from chanterelles by a sensible observer, carelessness can lead to a nasty set of digestive symptoms. In some locations, lethal Cortinarius species, which have true gills, may have similar orange coloration to the chanterelle. This can lead to dangerous confusion when someone attempts to identify a mushroom based solely on photographs. Chanterelles have deep wrinkles or ridges underneath their caps, but do not have plate-like gills. Omphalotus species have true gills. Note the ridges in this picture. They are thick and not clearly separated. The ridges combine and split, unlike in gills. Chanterelles grow in soil. Omphalotus species grow on decaying wood - but the wood may be buried and almost entirely decayed. Omphalotus species may attain an olive tinge in age, but this is not to be relied upon. Other look-alikes include: {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/7\/79\/Pick-Chanterelle-Mushrooms-Step-7.jpg\/v4-460px-Pick-Chanterelle-Mushrooms-Step-7.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/7\/79\/Pick-Chanterelle-Mushrooms-Step-7.jpg\/aid426755-v4-728px-Pick-Chanterelle-Mushrooms-Step-7.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} The False Chanterelle Hygrophoropsis aurantiaca , which, like members of Omphalotus , has true gills. This mushroom may cause digestive upsets. Gomphus floccosus is trumpet-shaped and ridged, like the chanterelle, but has a scaly, reddish-orange cap. Like Hygrophoropsis, it causes indigestion in some people. Enjoy your harvest! Some say that all the preparation chanterelles need is a brushing to remove debris, while others will rinse them. If you rinse the mushrooms, leave them out to dry. When cooking chanterelles, many people get the best results by dry sautéing them to release excess water. The flavor of these mushrooms is light; don't put them in a very rich or savory dish.
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Find an experienced mushroom forager and ask to tag along on a foray. Check if chanterelles grow in your area. Learn to identify trees, such as hemlock and Douglas fir. Look carefully for slivers of orange peeking out from the ground. Cut the mushroom at the base. Verify your chanterelle's identity! Enjoy your harvest!
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How to Wake Up
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If you are having trouble waking up, try putting your alarm clock or phone far from where you sleep, so that you have to get entirely out of bed in order to turn it off. You can also try sleeping with your blinds open, since natural light shining into your room will signal to your brain that it is time to wake up. Once you are out of bed, try drinking a caffeinated beverage like coffee or tea, taking a shower, or doing some exercise to help you feel more energized. You can also try to wake up more easily by changing what you do in the morning. Try making early morning plans with a friend, or motivating yourself to get out of bed with a reward like a delicious breakfast, your favorite podcast, or music. Finally, try sticking to a consistent sleep schedule. Your circadian rhythm works most effectively when you go to bed and wake up at the same time each day. Overtime, your body becomes conditioned to a more regular schedule, and it will be easier to fall asleep and wake up at the same time each day.
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Find a dependable alarm clock. You want something that will go off at the right time every day. Something with enough volume to knock you out of a deep sleep. Make sure it has a backup battery. That way if the power goes out it will still wake you up. You don't have to spend a lot of money to find a dependable alarm clock. Less sophisticated alarm clocks with rotating dials can be more reliable than "smarter" digital clocks you have trouble understanding the instructions for. Be wary of alarm clocks that have an off button too close to the snooze button. If you hit off instead of snooze you could be in big trouble later. If you use your phone as your alarm clock, make sure to set it up so the alarm volume is loud every time you need it. You may want to establish a policy of never turning your alarm volume down. Place your alarm clock in an optimal position. If it's too easy to snooze the alarm right beside you, move it! Find a place that it will still be loud enough to wake you up but will force you to get up to turn it off. You still want to be able to see what time it is though. Keep it in a location you can see but have to get up to turn the alarm off. Set your alarm clock in advance. If you are getting up on a regular schedule then you need to train yourself to wake up at the same time everyday. You can start by setting your alarm clock to go off at the same time everyday. Your body will gradually remember this time. So much so that you may eventually start waking up a few minutes early in anticipation of your alarm going off. If you know it takes some time for the alarm to wake you up then set your alarm fifteen minutes before you need to be up. Go to bed at the same time every day. Just as important as setting your alarm for the same time every day is going to bed at the same time. This means you will get the same amount of sleep each night. Preferably in the 7-8 hour range. Your body will adjust to get tired at the same time each night. With the proper amount of rest, your body will not resist waking up so much. Get out of bed when you wake up. Although you may be tempted to hit the snooze, you need to actually stand up. Stand up. Walk around the room. Turn lights on so you don't run into anything. This gets you moving even if you don't feel awake yet. Your body will wake up a little more each moment you force it to stay vertical. As soon as you get up you may opt to take a shower or walk outside. Any sort of routine that gets you up and moving helps. Establish a proper sleeping environment. However you normally sleep, that's what you want to establish with your odd schedule pattern. If you usually sleep when it's dark outside, find a dark room. If you like to sleep with the TV on, make sure there's a TV where you sleep. Try to create a place that effectively mimics your normal sleeping place. Find an alarm clock with multiple alarms. Find an alarm clock that has alarms for different days and multiple times. If you are on an odd schedule, you may need more than one alarm clock to wake you up. Some alarm clocks have different settings for each day. Some alarm clocks (especially those on a cell phone) can be set to go off multiple times a morning--even if you turn an alarm off, the next one will come on. If you have a cell phone you may be able to find very sophisticated alarm clocks in your app store. Some cell phone alarm clocks make you answer math problems or scan a bar code in your bathroom before it turns off. Set up your alarm clock to meet your needs. Waking up on an odd schedule robs you of establishing a daily circadian rhythm. If you can't get up at the same time everyday your body may resist an alarm clock more readily. Set your alarm clock based on your needs. Try to wake up at as close to the same time everyday as possible unless your needs vary greatly. For example, if you can establish a regular sleep schedule--even if that means waking up hours before you need to be somewhere--you should do try to go to bed and wake up at the same time. Have a backup plan in place. This usually takes the form of another person. You may ask your partner to wake you up. Maybe a parent or child could call you on the phone to make sure you wake up. If you know you need to be up and in the car for a long trip you may simply sleep in the car. You may still be asleep halfway through the trip. Get out of bed as soon as you wake. Getting up and moving will make a big difference. Turning lights on or moving into rooms with already-awake people. You may think about taking a shower to wake yourself up a little more. Don't stay in bed though. It's too comfortable and sleep will draw you back. Get out of bed and get moving so your body will force itself to wake up so you don't hurt yourself walking around. Be careful of ideas like "If I don't turn the alarm off I won't fall back to sleep." If you are tired enough you might fall asleep with the alarm blaring. Do this enough and your alarm may not wake you up at all. Find a quiet place. Somewhere nobody will interrupt you. Probably somewhere away from your desk, phone, or computer. That way you can rest in peace. You only have a short amount of time for a power nap so you want to make the best of it. If you have a secretary, you may ask them to hold all calls and stop anyone from coming in. Be careful that your quiet place is not too secluded or remote. Make sure someone knows where you are at in case they need you. Decide on the length of your nap. Some naps last 15 minutes while others last several hours. Decide how long you want to sleep and limit yourself to that. If you have a limited amount of time for your nap, adjust to ensure you have some time to wake up before your next task. You may want to vary your nap times based on your own sleep cycle rhythms. Some naps may also be better for achieving different results. A 20 minute nap is good for improving your motor skills while a 60-90 minute nap improves decision making. Set an alarm. When you are napping you may or may not have your usual alarm clock. If you are using your usual alarm clock, set it as you usually do. You may use a wake-up call at a hotel or the alarm on your phone. Travel alarms work well in these situations. If you are at your desk you may try setting up an alarm on your computer. Even if your usual alarm clock is available you may want to use a different alarm clock instead. If you alter your regular alarm clock you may forget to reset it later. This could cause you to be late in the morning. Have a backup plan for waking up. Anything will do here. Hotel wake-up calls. Friends, family, colleagues, and co-workers will often help too. Setting multiple alarms on multiple devices can be helpful too. That way you don't give in and sleep for too long in the middle of the day. Stand up as soon as you are woken up. Although you may want to turn the alarm off and fall back to sleep, don't. Stand up instead. Get moving to get your mind going. You may even want to set your alarm across the room so you have to get up to turn it off. Turn some lights on or stare out a window if it is sunny. Stay standing as much as possible. Walk around a little if you can. Resist the urge to sit or lay down. Also avoid leaning up against anything. If your eyes are heavy, you may doze off. As long as you are standing up and moving you should be able to avoid falling asleep. Splash water on your face. Cold water works best. The colder the better. Something to sort of shock you into waking up. You can easily excuse yourself to the bathroom to do this. The goal here is to make yourself uncomfortable. If your face is cold you will be less likely to fall asleep. If you have short, combed-over hair you could put cold water on your scalp too. Lower your body temperature. This is a lot easier in winter or in cold offices. Take off that jacket or scarf. Roll up your long sleeves. Grab a glass of ice cold water. Take a few gulps, refill, and keep it at your desk. If you have a space heater at your desk, turn it off. You may even want to turn a fan on to keep you cooler. Raise your heart rate. You may opt to start doing things more quickly. Stand and march in place while at your desk. If you can take a quick break, do jumping jacks or run in place. This will get your heart rate up. More blood will be moving to your brain and your lungs will start working harder to provide oxygen to the blood. As your heart rate rises you will be more awake and alert. Taking a shower will also influence your cardiovascular system by raising your blood pressure. Engage your mind in an entertaining task. If you are tired, a monotonous task will prompt your eyes to become very heavy. If you can switch tasks and do something different, try that instead. If it involves paying close attention to something or someone else that's even better. When our minds are engaged we become more awake and alert. If you can listen to something on the radio or on your phone do so. If you have a favorite radio station or upbeat playlist or music album listen to that and sing. Try listening to a book on tape. If you like keeping up with current events, news radio may also keep your mind engaged. Eliminate the source of your tiredness. If you are unable to shake your midday sleepiness you may not be getting enough rest in general. Consider establishing a regular sleep routine and avoiding snacks and beverages that can make you sleepy. Consult a physician if you have a regular sleep schedule and still feel tired during midday.
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Find a dependable alarm clock. Place your alarm clock in an optimal position. Set your alarm clock in advance. Go to bed at the same time every day. Get out of bed when you wake up. Establish a proper sleeping environment. Find an alarm clock with multiple alarms. Set up your alarm clock to meet your needs. Have a backup plan in place. Get out of bed as soon as you wake. Find a quiet place. Decide on the length of your nap. Set an alarm. Have a backup plan for waking up. Stand up as soon as you are woken up. Stay standing as much as possible. Splash water on your face. Lower your body temperature. Raise your heart rate. Engage your mind in an entertaining task. Eliminate the source of your tiredness.
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How to Treat a Scorpion Sting
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Before you treat a scorpion sting, call emergency services if you're experiencing any symptoms besides pain and slight swelling, or if you have a weak heart or lungs, since this may make you more susceptible to a sting. If your symptoms are mild, you can call the poison control center instead at 1-800-222-1222 for advice. To treat the sting, first wash the area with soap and water to rinse off any residual venom. Then, apply a cold pack for 15 minutes at a time to reduce pain and swelling. While treating the sting, make sure to keep the injured area still and below heart-level to slow the spread of venom through your body.
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Call Emergency Services if necessary. If the victim is experiencing any symptoms besides pain and slight swelling, call emergency services. Also, call if you believe the scorpion is dangerous (see identification section), or if the victim is a child, or if the victim is a child, elderly person, or someone with a weak heart or lungs. Some of these serious, systemic symptoms include muscle spasms, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and allergic reaction, and may also include those symptoms experienced with snake bites. Find an online ambulance number listing to learn the emergency number for other countries. Call the poison center for advice. If you are not in need of immediate medical attention, call a poison control center to report your symptoms and request expert advice. If your region's poison control center is not listed below, search for your region's name and "poison control" online. If you cannot find one, call one of the following numbers long-distance, choosing one in a location as near as possible to you. In the USA, phone Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222, or search this database for a poison center nearer to you. Outside of the USA, locate a poison control center using the World Health Organization's database. Describe the victim over the telephone. The victim's approximate age and weight are useful for medical personnel to help them evaluate the risk and recommend treatment. If the victim has any allergies or medical conditions especially to insect bites or medicines, let the emergency services or poison center know. Also communicate the exact time the victim was stung if possible. If you're not sure, say so and mention when the injury was noticed. Describe the scorpion to the medical assistance over the telephone. An emergency response service may not be able to advise you over the phone, but a poison control center should ask you for a detailed description of the scorpion. See the section on identifying scorpions for advice on danger signs and how to capture the scorpion if it is still around. Find someone to monitor the victim and take them to a hospital if necessary. Because scorpion venom can produce involuntary muscle motion, the victim may not be able to drive or walk if dangerous symptoms develop. Find someone with a car or other transportation that can take the victim to a hospital in case they cannot reach an emergency ambulance service. The victim should not be left alone for at least 24 hours, and preferably monitored for the next week in case symptoms worsen. Seek medical attention for serious symptoms. No matter what, children, infants, the elderly, and people with a damaged heart or lung should always seek medical attention for a scorpion sting. Still, most scorpion stings can be treated at home, although the most dangerous venom requires professional medical attention. Seek medical attention immediately if you see any of the following symptoms. Vomiting, sweating, drooling, or foaming at the mouth Involuntary urination or excretion (peeing or pooing) Thrashing or twitching muscles, including involuntary head, neck, or eye movements, or difficulty walking Accelerated or irregular heart rate Difficulty breathing, swallowing, speaking, or seeing Severe swelling from an allergic reaction Find the sting location. A scorpion sting may or may not swell noticeably. Any scorpion sting, however, will cause a sharp pain or burning sensation at the time of injury, followed by tingling or numbness. Sting areas generally are near lower portions of the body but may include the rest of the body. Wash the sting area with soap and water. Gently remove any clothing from around the area and wash gently. This helps remove any residual venom around the area and keeps the wound clear to reduce risk of infection. Keep the injury area still and below heart level. Unlike some injuries, scorpion sting wounds should never be raised above the heart, as this can cause the venom to spread more quickly through your system. Keep the affected area at heart level or lower, and minimize the victim's movement to prevent a faster heart rate that will spread the venom more quickly Calm the victim. Anxiety or excitement can cause a faster heart rate, which will increase the rate that venom is absorbed. Reassure the victim if possible, and prevent him from moving. Remind them that the majority of scorpion stings result in no permanent damage. Apply a cold pack or ice to the sting area. The cold helps slow the spread of venom, reduce swelling, and numb the pain. Apply the cold pack or bag of ice for ten to fifteen minutes at a time, waiting an equal amount of time between applications. This treatment is most effective within two hours of the time of injury. If the victim has circulatory problems, apply ice for five minutes at a time instead to prevent damage. Take nonprescription painkillers to reduce pain. Use ibuprofen, aspirin, or acetaminophen to relieve discomfort and pain. Always follow the directions on the label. Do not use opiate painkillers (narcotics), as these can suppress breathing. Ibuprofen and aspirin are best as they are both NSAIDs, or Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs that will help to reduce swelling. If pain is intense, seek medical attention. Provide first aid if necessary. Unconsciousness or severe spasms are rare, but if they occur, call an ambulance immediately. Learn the basic steps of CPR and use them on the patient immediately if you have any suspicion her heart has stopped. Check in with a doctor. Even if you feel that you've recovered through self-treatment, it is highly advisable to see a doctor or medical professional. In order to reduce the risk of infection and other complications, you may be advised to get a tetanus shot, take muscle relaxants, or use antibiotics. Do not give yourself these medicines without a doctor's advice. Capture the scorpion only if you can do so safely. You should prioritize getting help for the victim over catching the scorpion. However, identifying the scorpion species allows you to determine whether treatment is necessary, and in the case of venomous species, will allow medical professionals to give you the correct treatment. If you have a glass jar much larger than the scorpion (a quart or liter size is usually suitable), attempting to capture it will give an expert the greatest chance of identification. However, if you cannot see the scorpion, or do not have an appropriate container, do not attempt this step. Find a large glass jar, easily large enough to cover the scorpion and tall enough that your hands will be well out of reach of the stinger when you hold it upside-down. If you have them, find a pair of tongs that are at least 10 inches (25 cm) long. Capture the scorpion with the jar or tongs. Hold the jar upside-down and place fully over the scorpion. If you have tongs long enough to use them while staying out of reach, use them to firmly grasp the scorpion and place it into the jar instead. Fasten the lid. If the jar is upside-down, slide a large piece of heavy construction paper or cardboard under the opening, then hold it from the outside as you flip the container upside-down. Attach a tight lid or place a large, heavy book over the opening. Photograph the scorpion if you cannot capture it. If you do not have the correct tools for capturing the scorpion, photograph it instead. Take several photographs from different angles if possible. Having images to refer to will help you find details you may not remember, and if you need to seek expert attention, will help a medical professional identify the species for you. Assume that a fat-tailed scorpion may be dangerous. Scorpions with thick, fat stingers and tails are often more dangerous than scorpions with thin stingers. While it is still useful to capture or photograph the scorpion for specific species identification, you should seek medical attention even if you have not yet experienced serious symptoms, especially if you are in Africa, India, or the Americas. If you only got a good view of the pincers, you can estimate your risk from them as well: large, powerful pincers often indicate the scorpion relies on them for defense more than venom. This is not a foolproof system, but may be valuable information to pass on to a medical professional. Identify dangerous scorpions in the United States and northern Mexico. If you are in the southwestern United States or northern Mexico, look for images of the "Arizona bark scorpion" online and compare them to the scorpion that caused the injury. Note that bark scorpions at high elevations tend to be striped, while desert dwelling bark scorpions are usually a uniform tan or light brown. The stings of these scorpions can be fatal and require immediate medical attention. If you are elsewhere in the United States, there is low risk of serious injury from scorpion stings. You should still treat the injury site as described below, and be prepared to see a doctor if you experience allergic reactions or other serious symptoms. Identify dangerous scorpions in the Middle East and Africa. The "deathstalker scorpion", also known as the Israeli desert scorpion, grows to a maximum of 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) and can vary widely in color and pincer size. Because of the risk of heart or lung failure associated with their stings, any sting from a scorpion smaller than an adult's hand encountered in this region should be treated by medical professionals as soon as possible. As noted earlier, fat-tailed scorpions can be extremely dangerous as well, and many species are found in this region. Unidentified, thin-tailed species are typically low risk, but due to the large number of scorpion species in Africa, not all of which have been thoroughly studied, be prepared to seek medical attention if any symptoms besides pain and slight swelling develop. Identify dangerous scorpions in Central and South America. Most scorpions in this area are not dangerous to adults, but there are exceptions. One of the more dangerous is the "Brazilian yellow scorpion;" as with many dangerous scorpions, it tends to have a thick, fat tail. Identify dangerous species in other areas. The are few remaining scorpion species that can cause fatality or serious injury in adult humans, but as not all species have been identified, it is always a good idea to seek medical attention if the victim experiences any symptoms besides pain and mild swelling around the injury site. Stings from small, red or orange scorpions in India, Nepal, or Pakistan should be treated with medical attention immediately. These may be Indian red scorpions. There is low risk of death or serious injury for an adult due to scorpion venom from Europe, Australia, or New Zealand. Identification is still a good idea in case you do experience severe symptoms and need to report them to a medical worker.
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Call Emergency Services if necessary. Call the poison center for advice. Describe the victim over the telephone. Describe the scorpion to the medical assistance over the telephone. Find someone to monitor the victim and take them to a hospital if necessary. Seek medical attention for serious symptoms. Find the sting location. Wash the sting area with soap and water. Keep the injury area still and below heart level. Calm the victim. Apply a cold pack or ice to the sting area. Take nonprescription painkillers to reduce pain. Provide first aid if necessary. Check in with a doctor. Capture the scorpion only if you can do so safely. Photograph the scorpion if you cannot capture it. Assume that a fat-tailed scorpion may be dangerous. Identify dangerous scorpions in the United States and northern Mexico. Identify dangerous scorpions in the Middle East and Africa. Identify dangerous scorpions in Central and South America. Identify dangerous species in other areas.
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How to Get Out of a Timeshare
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To get out of a timeshare, review the contract agreement to see what the cancellation terms are since you may be able to bow out if you've made the purchase recently. Even if the contract doesn't have a cancellation policy, you can research your state laws since many have a “cooling off” period that allows you to cancel a contract within a few days or weeks. However, if you've had your timeshare for a while, you'll want to contact the company that manages it to tell them you'd like to sell it. While some companies will help you sell for a percentage of the cost, you can also do it yourself by listing your timeshare on specific websites, like Timeshares User Group.
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Review your timeshare contract agreement for cancellation terms. These terms are typically listed near the end of the contract in a section with a heading like, "cancellations," "severability," or "termination." Many timeshare contracts allow buyers to cancel within a short window of time after the initial purchase. Research your state laws around contract cancellations. Even if your timeshare agreement doesn't mention it, many states offer consumers a “cooling off” period, which allows them to cancel most contracts within a few days or weeks. You can find information about your state's contract laws on your state's Department of Consumer Affairs website. If you're having trouble deciphering your state's contract laws, you can contact your state's Office of the Attorney General for more assistance. Alternatively, if there is a consumer rights nonprofit organization in your state, they may be able to assist you. Check for language in the contract about personal liability of purchaser. Most contracts will have language stipulating that you are personally liable to continue paying timeshare maintenance fees and improvement assessments. However, if your contract does not have this language, you may walk away at any time. Contact an attorney who specializes in contract law or timeshare cancellations. Ask him or her if it makes sense to litigate against the timeshare company. Many timeshare companies are more likely to release an owner from the contract when they're faced with potential litigation. Ask the attorney about all liabilities, current, future, and contingent (dependent on certain circumstances). Contact the company that manages your timeshare. Let them know that you want to sell it. Some timeshare management companies help owners sell timeshares in exchange for a percentage of the sales proceeds. Timeshares depreciate quickly, so it can be difficult to sell a timeshare for what you originally paid. If you owe more on the timeshare than what you can sell it for, get your timeshare lender's permission to sell it for less than the outstanding balance. This is known as a short sale. Sell the timeshare yourself. Selling fees are minimal or nonexistent when you sell the timeshare yourself, which means you'll get to keep more of the sales proceeds. You can list the timeshare for sale on a timeshare specific website like Timeshares User Group or a site like Craigslist or eBay. Contact a real estate agent that specializes in timeshare sales. He may be able to market your timeshare more quickly and efficiently than you can. Real estate agents typically charge a substantial fee though. Don't use an upfront-fee listing company to sell your timeshare. These companies charge initial fees of hundreds or thousands of dollars and offer no guarantee of a sale. Many charge an upfront fee because they know they will likely never sell the unit. By the time you realize the unit won't sell, it is too late to get a refund from your credit card company. List your timeshare on one or more online trading sites. These trading sites allow you to trade a few weeks at one timeshare for a few weeks at someone else's timeshare. Popular services include Dial An Exchange and RCI. You may need to pay a membership fee to participate in a timeshare exchange program and you'll be assessed taxes and fees on the timeshare that you trade for. Ask your timeshare management company if you can deed the timeshare back to them. This practice, known as a “deedback,” transfers the property title back to the management company and releases you from future financial liability. Do your best to get current on your payments and assessments before you ask about a deedback. Timeshare companies may be more likely to accept a deedback if there's no outstanding balance on your account. Donate the timeshare to a nonprofit or someone who wants it. Although you won't get cash for the transaction, you'll get the satisfaction of helping out a friend or a charity that can use it to raise funds. Be aware that because of the maintenance fees, fewer organizations are interested in accepting donated timeshares nowadays. Your timeshare usually needs to be completely paid off and current on fees if you want to donate it. You may be able to deduct the fair market value of your timeshare as a charitable deduction on your tax return. Contact a tax professional for more information.
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Review your timeshare contract agreement for cancellation terms. Research your state laws around contract cancellations. Check for language in the contract about personal liability of purchaser. Contact an attorney who specializes in contract law or timeshare cancellations. Contact the company that manages your timeshare. Sell the timeshare yourself. Contact a real estate agent that specializes in timeshare sales. List your timeshare on one or more online trading sites. Ask your timeshare management company if you can deed the timeshare back to them. Do your best to get current on your payments and assessments before you ask about a deedback. Donate the timeshare to a nonprofit or someone who wants it.
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How to Start a Healthy Diet
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To start a healthy diet, replace unhealthy, processed foods high in sugar and fat with healthier alternatives like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Since this can be challenging, ease into it by replacing one food each week instead of cutting everything out at once. Additionally, you should try cooking more at home since you can control what goes into your food and make healthy swaps, like whole wheat pasta instead of white pasta. Remember, it's okay to occasionally indulge in your favorite foods, so long as this is done in moderation.
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Set a goal for yourself. Starting a healthier diet is a great overarching goal; however, to make your goal more realistic and doable, you'll need to be more specific about what you want out of a "healthy diet." It might be helpful to first think about your current diet. What's unhealthy about it? Do you need to eat more green vegetables? Do you need to drink more water? Should you snack less? Write up a list of the things you want to change, add or stop about your current diet. Use these ideas to form multiple small goals to help you reach a healthier diet. The best way to reach any goal is to start with one or two very small changes. Trying to overhaul your entire diet in a few days probably won't work well. Choose something small to work on each week. You'll be much more successful long-term. Start a food journal. After you've come up with a few goals and how you can achieve them, consider starting a food journal. This will serve as a method to track and evaluate your progress. Write all your goals in your food journal. You can review them as needed or change them as you continue to make changes to your diet. Also track all of your foods and beverages in your food journal. This will help you physically see what's missing from your diet or what you're eating too much of. Make sure to write out each breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack (even a few nibbles) and drinks you consume throughout the day. The more accurate you are, the better resource this will be. Each week in your food journal, write down the change you want to work on. For example, "This week, I will drink eight glasses of water each day." At the end of the week, go back over your journal to see if you've completed this goal. There are many apps available to download on your smartphone that can help you track calories, exercise, and even how much water you drink. Create a meal plan. A meal plan is a great tool when you're trying to follow any new diet plan. These plans are your guide and blueprint to your week of meals and snacks. Meal plans can help you stay organized and on track throughout the week. You'll know exactly what you're going to have and on what day. This way you can go to the grocery store with a specific list, only buying what you plan to use in your meals for the week. You can also plan ahead of time for busy days — for instance, if you know you'll be very busy and work late on Thursday, make something on Wednesday that you can easily reheat and have for leftovers on Thursday. Also write up the corresponding grocery list to your meal plans. This will help you get in and out of the grocery store and ensure you have all the necessary ingredients at home to make all of your meals. Don't skip meals. If you currently skip meals, make sure to schedule a meal or a healthy snack for yourself at least every four hours. Skipping meals is more likely to lead to binge eating later, which contributes to weight gain. Meal prep in your free time. If you're busy and have little time to make a meal from scratch, meal prep will be the key to following your new healthier diet. Meal prep helps you get a lot of the work of cooking from scratch or cooking at home out of the way during free time. When it's time for dinner on a busy weeknight, you should have most or even all of the cooking already done. Plan a day or two during the week when you have some free time to do your meal prep. Review your meal plan and grocery list and try to find ways to get some cooking done. Meal prep is flexible. You can cook full dinners in advance so you just have to reheat the night you want to eat it, or you can just do washing or chopping of vegetables or marinating meat so you can quickly cook the night of. Also consider purchasing foods that require less prep work to begin with. For example, you can purchase pre-washed and cut bagged lettuce instead of a whole head of lettuce, frozen vegetables that are heat and serve, or pre-grilled lean protein like grilled chicken strips. Meal prepping can be a time to catch up with people. Ask your partner or children to help you prep while you talk about what has been going on in your lives. Go for a well-balanced diet. Although there is a variety of eating styles and diet plans to follow, the most nutritious is a well-balanced diet. A balanced diet will be different for everyone. You'll need to eat the right portion sizes for your age, gender and activity level. In addition, a well-balanced diet is one that features foods from each food group each day. Although many diets suggest giving up gluten, or giving up carbs or even avoiding dairy, all food groups offer beneficial nutrition to everyone. Only avoid food groups if you have an allergy to those foods. Also make sure you have a wide variety of foods in your diet. For example, don't always choose to eat an apple as your afternoon snack. Alternate between apples, bananas or berries to increase the variety of your diet. Choose lean protein over higher fat protein sources. Protein is an essential nutrient to any nutritious diet; however, choosing leaner protein sources is advisable. Protein is essential for a variety of functions in your body which includes providing your body with energy, supporting your lean muscle mass, providing the basis for many enzymes and hormones and providing structure and support for cells. Lean protein sources are lower in fat and calories compared to higher fat proteins. Many high-fat proteins (mostly from animal sources) are higher in saturated fat. Focusing on leaner protein decreasing your overall intake of these types of fat. To get your recommended amount of protein each day, include one or two servings at each meal. One serving is about 3 – 4 oz or about the size of the palm of your hand. Lean protein sources include poultry, eggs, low-fat dairy, pork, seafood, beans and nuts, and lower fat beef. Find ways to include five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Fruits and vegetables are an integral part of a healthful diet. These are the foods that are abundant in essential nutrients. Fruits and vegetables are both fairly low in calories, but high in nutrients (making them nutrient-dense foods). They are some of the best sources of fiber, vitamins, mineral, and antioxidants. It's typically recommended to consume five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables each day. So measure out 1 cup of vegetables, 2 cups of leafy greens and 1/2 cup of fruit to help you meet this recommendation. If you don't typically eat a lot of fruits or vegetables now, increasing your intake to five to nine servings daily can be difficult. Find easy ways to get in a few of these essential foods. Try: mixing in sautéed vegetables into eggs for breakfast, sprinkle yogurt or cottage cheese with fruit, add extra lettuce, tomatoes, and onions to your sandwiches, or try adding some steamed vegetables to your mac and cheese recipe. Choose whole grains over refined grains. An easy way to increase your nutrition and eat a healthier diet is by choosing 100% whole grains. These foods are much better for you than refined grains. 100% whole grains have all three parts of the grain — the germ, bran, and endosperm. They are less processed and contain many more nutrients like fiber, protein and minerals. Refined grains are much more processed than whole grains. They are typically stripped of the bran and germ so they are lower in fiber and protein. Avoid foods made with white flour — like white pasta, white rice, pastries, chips and crackers. Include a few servings of whole grains each day. Measure out a 1 oz or 1/2 cup serving to help you stick to appropriate portion sizes. Try whole grains like quinoa, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, millet, farro or whole wheat bread and wraps. Choose healthy sources of fat. Although fat should be monitored in your diet, there are a few types of fat that are particularly healthy and provide a variety of health benefits. If you're trying to eat more sources of healthy fats, make sure to swap them out for unhealthy fats. Do not add more fats — healthy or not — on top of a diet containing unhealthy fats. Omega 3 fats and monounsaturated fats are both great for your body. They have been shown to improve cardiovascular health and improve cholesterol levels. The best sources of these healthy fats are avocados, olive oil, olives, nuts, nut butters, canola oil, chia seeds, flaxseeds and fatty fish (like salmon, tuna and mackerel). Remember, though, that these may also have a high-calorie count, so be moderate. Many health professionals recommended eating fatty fish at least twice a week and including a daily source of other healthy fats. Drink adequate fluids. Although water is not necessarily its own food group or nutrient, it is an essential part of a healthy diet and a healthy body. Drinking adequate water every day helps your body stay hydrated. It's very important to help regulate body temperature, blood pressure and helps prevent constipation. It's typically recommended to consume at least eight 8-oz glasses (2 liters) of water daily. However, now many health professionals recommend consuming up to 13 glasses (3 liters) daily. In addition to water, you can try flavored water, decaf unsweetened coffee and tea. These beverages are no calorie and caffeine free which are the best and most hydrating fluids. Follow the 80/20 rule. Although you want to follow a healthier diet, it's still appropriate to indulge in your favorite foods. Following the 80/20 rule can help you stick to a healthy diet while eating more indulgent foods in moderation. Although eating a nutritious, well-balanced diet is important, it's not realistic to eat perfectly healthy every day for the rest of your life. People derive a lot of enjoyment out of eating and occasionally eating more indulgent foods. Treat yourself to an indulgent dish, glass of alcohol or larger portions occasionally. This is still considered normal and healthy eating; however, only indulge 20% of the time. Most of the time, or 80% of the time, you should be choosing healthy foods. Limit sources of added and highly processed sugars. There are certain groups of foods that you should limit and only eat in moderation. Added sugars are something that should definitely be eaten in moderation as they often no nutritional value. Added sugars are added to certain foods during their processing. They offer no nutrition, only extra calories. In addition, many studies have shown that a diet high in added sugars can lead to obesity. Added sugars are found in a wide variety of foods. Try to limit items like breakfast pastries, cookies, cakes, ice cream, candy, and cereals. Also limit sweetened beverages. Not only are they high in added sugars and calories, but many people also don't think to count these types of drinks as a source of calories since they don't fill you up as much as food does. You may end up drinking more calories through these beverages. The American Heart Association recommends that women consume no more than 6 teaspoons and men consume no more than 9 teaspoons of added sugar daily. Limit sources of unhealthy fats. In addition to added sugars, you should also limit certain groups of foods that contain high quantities of fat. In particular, you want to avoid higher levels of saturated and trans fat. There has been some controversy over whether or not saturated fat is as dangerous or unhealthy as previously thought. However, saturated fat is still a fat which means it's very calorie dense and if eaten in large quantities can still lead to weight gain and adverse health effects. You don't need to avoid all saturated fats, but do eat them in moderation. Especially foods like: full fat dairy, fatty cuts of beef or pork, deli meats and other processed meats. Trans fats have been directly linked to several adverse health effects like raising bad cholesterol levels and lowering the good kind, increases your risk for developing heart disease and stroke and increases your risk for developing diabetes. Try to avoid these foods as much as possible. Trans fats are found in a variety of foods including pastries, cookies, cakes, margarines, pies, fast foods, fried foods, baked goods, and soy sauce. There is no safe upper limit for trans fats. These should be avoided if possible. Consume limited amounts of alcohol. If you choose to drink, do so in moderation. Moderate amounts of alcohol generally do not pose health risks for most people. If you drink larger amounts of alcohol (more than three servings daily), you may increase your risk of high blood pressure, liver disease, heart disease stroke, and depression. Unlike some foods, there is a specific definition of moderate alcohol consumption. Women shouldn't drink more than one serving daily and men should consume no more than two daily. If you do drink, consider skipping mixed beverages that are mixed with sweetened beverages or fruit juices as these contain extra calories and added sugars. One serving is equivalent to a 12-oz beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of liquor.
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Set a goal for yourself. Start a food journal. Create a meal plan. Meal prep in your free time. Go for a well-balanced diet. Choose lean protein over higher fat protein sources. Find ways to include five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Choose whole grains over refined grains. Choose healthy sources of fat. Drink adequate fluids. Follow the 80/20 rule. Limit sources of added and highly processed sugars. Limit sources of unhealthy fats. Consume limited amounts of alcohol.
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How to Treat Girls With Respect
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To treat girls with respect, try communicating openly and honestly with them. When you have a conversation with a girl, allow her to speak and actively listen to what she has to say. Avoid dominating the conversation, interrupting her, or not giving her time to respond. Make sure that you also have a fair and considerate attitude towards girls. Simply treat girls how you would like to be treated. Don't use stereotypes or degrading language, and correct your friends if they do this. It's also important to treat girls bodies with respect. Understand that "No" means no and that you always need permission to touch somebody else.
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Make eye contact when talking. When you speak to someone, you make eye contact with them. This shows that you are listening attentively, and that you are focused on the conversation. This rule applies for girls as much as it does for boys. By making eye contact with her, you show her that you respect her. This doesn't mean that you should stare unblinkingly into her eyes. You can allow your gaze to shift about, but try to stay focused on her eyes as much as possible. Allow her to speak. Listen to what girls have to say and avoid dominating the conversation. Conversation between two people is give and take. After you say something, give her a chance to respond. When she is saying something, wait until she finishes speaking to respond. If you are truly listening, your response will be relevant to what she has said and add substance to the conversation. Try to practice active listening, such as by: Using neutral statements to show you are paying attention, such as “yes,” “I see,” and uh-huh.” Asking probing questions to keep her talking, such as “What happened next? “How did that make you feel?” and “What are you going to do now?” Restating to ensure you understood what she said, such as by saying, “It sounds like you are saying ____. Is that right?” Assess your attitude towards girls. Basically every culture has some version of “The Golden Rule” that basically says “Treat others as you would like to be treated.” Well, this is applies to girls as well. Using degrading and disrespectful slurs (anything from calling her a “gold digger” to implying that boys are smarter than girls) is not an appropriate way to talk to, or about, girls. Take some time to reflect on your attitude towards girls to help you determine what your biases might be. For example, do you tend to associate women with certain careers, behaviors, or social roles? Are you skeptical of women in positions of power? Make a list of things that you consider your biases against women. Do not allow this behavior from other people. If a friend is being disrespectful towards girls, point it out and correct them. Mind your manners. Avoid obsessive swearing, passing gas, burping, etc. While it's best practice to avoid this things around any person, girls tend to be less amused by these behaviors than boys. Accidents happen, for example, a burp slips out after dinner, and that's okay. Say excuse me and move on. Try to practice good manners , such as by saying please and thank you, paying attention during conversations, offering help, and opening doors. The point is to avoid being deliberately rude, not to be a robot. Ask for permission before touching another person. This rule applies to everyone: there are no exceptions to who does and does not have the right to give or withhold consent for physical contact. That said, girls' bodies are more notoriously objectified. Show her respect by acknowledging her right to decide who touches her body, and when and how they do it. Note that this does not extend to allowing anyone to decide that you have to touch them. You also have the right to say no if you are not comfortable with the contact. Understand that “No” does mean no. Society often seems disconnected from the concept of consent. Most people understand that if consent is not given, then you should not touch, or continue to touch, a girl. Somehow, though, many of these same people also believe that the validity of a girl's objection to being touched is dependent on a host of other factors (e.g. how she is dressed, how much she likes you, etc.). This is not true. “No,” means no, period. This is not limited to romantic situations. The rule extends to any physical contact. Be mindful of comments that affect her body image. You should not compare a girl's body to other girls' bodies. This can be seen as a direct insult to either, or both, of the girls you are comparing. Even if you are not talking about the girl who's listening, saying things about other girls' bodies can imply that you are talking about her body as well. It is okay to compliment a girl on her looks, but do it respectfully. “I think you are beautiful,” is much more respectful than saying “You're hot.” Rather than complimenting a girl on an aspect she can't change, like her eyes, compliment her on something she has control over, like her rad shoes. Know when to leave a girl alone. Sometimes, a girl might not want your attention. In these cases, you should respect her wishes and leave her alone. If she tells you that she would rather be left alone, it is disrespectful to continue to talk to her, compliment her, or otherwise pursue her attention. If a girl indicates that she wants to be left alone, then you can just say something like, "Sorry. I'll leave," or "Okay, have a good day," and then leave. Avoid generalizing all girls into the same categories. Each girl is different and has different needs than other girls. It can often be insulting to a girl to assume that she likes certain things just because she's a girl. This implies that all girls are basically the same, which is not true. You have to understand that every girl has her own unique personality before you will be able to respect her needs and opinions. Think about the assumptions you make regarding girls, and work to overcome them. If a girl's needs are unclear to you, ask her what she needs. Acknowledge that her emotions are valid. You will not always understand the emotions of another person. This often comes to light when boys and girls struggle to understand each other's perspectives and feelings. Even if she doesn't feel the way you think she should, or you don't understand how she came to feel the way she does, you have to acknowledge that it is how she feels. Her feelings are valid and do not need to meet your criteria to be important. Ask her things like “How does this make you feel?” When she answers, listen and don't disregard her feelings by saying something like “Well, that doesn't make any sense.” Show empathy and provide emotional validation. For example, you can say something like, "It sounds like you had a tough day. It must've felt awful to sit through that meeting/class." Attempt to meet her needs. First of all, when showing a girl respect, understand that she is her own person in charge of her own happiness. Her happiness is not in your hands. That said, when a girl decides to trust you or lean on you, try your best to meet her needs. Be supportive in tough situations, and encourage her every day. Again, you can always ask her what she needs if you are unsure. Recognize her opinion as equal to yours. If you are debating with facts and figures then those things speak for themselves. When it comes to matters of personal opinion, you absolutely must acknowledge that a girl's opinion is as valid as your own. The fact that she is a girl does not make her any less intelligent or able to form a coherent opinion. You are allowed to disagree with her, but you also have to respect her point of view. Present valid arguments. If you disagree with a girl, stick to the facts. Dismissing her opinion by saying something like “Well of course you think that, you're a girl,” is completely disrespectful. If you have a reason to disagree with her, state that reason with facts (or as your own opinion), but do not belittle her for being a girl. For example, if you think that a Lamborghini is superior to a Ferrari and she disagrees, present the stats for each car. Don't say something like “This just goes to show girls know nothing about cars.” Ask her opinion regularly. If you respect someone, you value their opinion. Ask a girl for her opinion on things regularly to show that you care what she thinks. You can agree or disagree, but you should show genuine interest and consideration in her point of view. For example, you might ask you should ask her where she wants to go on a Friday night rather than assume that she'll want to do whatever you decide.
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Make eye contact when talking. Allow her to speak. Assess your attitude towards girls. Mind your manners. Ask for permission before touching another person. Understand that “No” does mean no. Be mindful of comments that affect her body image. Know when to leave a girl alone. Avoid generalizing all girls into the same categories. Acknowledge that her emotions are valid. Attempt to meet her needs. Recognize her opinion as equal to yours. Present valid arguments. Ask her opinion regularly.
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How to Be Self Motivated
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To be self motivated, set positive, doable goals, such as “I want to save X amount of money each month.” If your goals feel overwhelming, then break them up into manageable chunks, setting daily, weekly, or monthly smaller goals that will eventually get you to the larger goal you have in mind. As you work toward your goals, make sure to track your progress to give you the drive to keep going. Additionally, mark your successes by rewarding yourself with a movie, a rest day, or a night out.
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Get positive. It's pretty hard to get anything done when we're stuck on thoughts like, "Ugh, life sucks and it's raining." Thoughts like those make us want to just curl up in our beds until someone physically drags us out. You can't do that! Positive thoughts are the only way you'll even find motivation in the first place. If you find yourself thinking negative thoughts, stop yourself — you have the power to say "Stop. Enough." and not finish the thought. Divert your attention elsewhere. Especially if you're thinking about your motivation! This task in front of you? It's doable and you have the abilities to do it. Any other thinking will keep you from even trying. Try reframing things in a positive way. Instead of being upset that it's raining and you can't go outside, try to look at the rain from a positive perspective. For instance, maybe it's been dry and the land really needs the rain. You might think, "Well, now I don't have to water my yard!" or, "This is a good opportunity for me slow down, relax, and stay in and read a book." Get confident. With thinking positive about your world, you have to think positive about you. If you think you're incapable, it'll seriously put a damper on the amount of effort you give this task. Why would you bother doing something you don't think you can do? Exactly. You won't. To get started, count your successes. What do you have going for you? What have you done in the past that was awesome? What resources do you have at your disposal? Think of all the things you've achieved in the past. For what reason would you not be able to achieve what you want now?! You've done similar things before. Get hungry. When Les Brown talks about motivation, he repeats, "You got to be hungry!" What he's saying here is that you have to actually want it. You can't imagine a life without it. Thinking something would be nice, being full of velleities won't get you anywhere. Want it. If you don't really want it, what are you doing trying to motivate yourself? Sometimes it involves a little twisting to convince yourself that you want it. Struggling getting to work? Well, is that a path to anything else? If you've been really hankering for a vacation to Hawaii, think about it like that. You really, really want to get to Hawaii -- and working will get you there. It's a lot easier to do something you don't want to do when you have a purpose in mind -- a purpose that you're hungry for. Know setbacks will happen. It's important to go into a behavior (possibly even a lifelong habit) knowing there will be failures along the way. Being a perfectionist will just leave you frustrated and tempted to give up. It can even make it harder to get started in the first place. Tell yourself that there will be times when you fail, and that's okay. You just have to know that you're capable of getting back up and, better yet, that you will. Your failures or setbacks have nothing to do with you and everything to do with being human. They happen. Sometimes they'll happen because of you (not every decision can be stellar), but sometimes they'll happen because of circumstances that are beyond your control. Going into this with a level head will benefit you greatly in the end. To help get yourself back on track faster, try making a plan ahead of time for what you'll do if a setback does happen. Focus on positive goals. It's simple to know what we don't want. It's simple to know what we're afraid of. Often it's harder to pinpoint what exactly would make us happy and what exactly we're striving for. However, to get anything done, we have to start thinking with positive goals, not negative fears. Instead of "I don't want to be poor," a better goal is "I'd like to save X amount of money each month." See how the latter is much, much more doable? And less scary! Positive here doesn't mean radiating beams of sunshine. It means something you can do, something in the affirmative. A goal of "not being fat" is demotivating in itself. "Losing ten pounds through diet and exercise" is something that doesn't leave you frowning at the mere thought of it. Keep it small. Having lofty goals is tough. Instead of trying to change your whole life all at once, try making small shifts that will help you reach your goals. Break each goal down into a series of actionable steps that you can actually achieve. Then, keep making progress—you may be surprised how quickly you're able to see a difference in your life. If your main goal is "I want to lose 50 pounds," break that down into something like, "I want to lose 2 pounds this week," or "I want to work out 4 or 5 days a week." These will warrant similar results but are easier on the mind. Track your progress. Since the dawn of time, humans have searched for purpose and direction. And this doesn't just have to do with existentialism -- we seek purpose in our jobs, relationships, and even hobbies. If something is unfulfilling, we don't do it. So whether you're losing weight, working overtime, or studying for college, track what you're doing! This will give you drive and show you the positive outcomes of your behavior. It will give you purpose. Make sure to track your behaviors and their results. Not only do you need the results to look at and go, "Gee! I am awesome! Look at what I did!" you'll need the results to see what does and does not work for you. If you try three different methods of studying, three different workouts, etc., which one gave you the best results for your effort? You can then streamline and strategize from there. Take breaks. We are not machines (but even machines need breaks). Studies have shown that students who take breaks are more effective at studying. And it's common knowledge that our muscles need breaks, too. Breaks aren't for the lazy -- they're for those that know they want to keep going. It's up to you to gauge when those breaks need to be. It also depends on what the ultimate end goal is. Not only should there be mini breaks in your day, but there need to be life breaks, too. Do what you enjoy. Most of us have jobs we aren't crazy about, workouts we don't want to do, and a to-do list that we'd pay other people to get completed. These things won't go away, so we have to make them as manageable and as enjoyable as possible. If you don't enjoy it, it may be there forever. Think about your job. If it stinks, how can you make it better? Can you ask to work on a specific project that interests you? How can you focus your time on the aspects that you do like? If working out is a bummer, find a different one! You don't have to be a marathon runner to burn calories. Go swimming, take a class, or go hiking. If you don't like the exercise you're doing, you won't stick with it. Use rewards. This is a point to be considered carefully. The last thing you want to do is to associate everything with a Snickers bar. However, rewards can be powerful when used sparingly and efficiently. When you've completed something, be sure to do something you deserve! You cannot reward yourself for every 5 minutes of the activity you're trying to do. That'll just blow up your concentration and be time-consuming. However, even small goals, when met, should be rewarded. Did you work out every day this week? Great -- take a day to just do some yoga at home and watch a movie. Don't be afraid of making mistakes. In order to find the best way of achieving something, we often have to do things we've never done before. Mistakes will happen if you're growing and getting better. You can X them off your list of possibilities and narrow your path to action down from there. Technically, mistakes are a good thing. At the very least they serve a purpose. There's also the fear of looking stupid that keeps a lot of people from trying things. Whether it's raising your hand in class or trying out that new equipment that you're not sure how to use, it's human nature to want to stay in our comfort zone. But for the most effective results, if you truly want to get good grades, to get thin, or to get started in that business, you got to do things you may not want to do. On a similar thread, don't let the mistakes drag you down. It's too easy to make one, feel like we're so behind there's no point in trying anymore and just stop. But if you tell yourself it's not an option, it won't happen. Failing doesn't matter -- getting back on the horse is all that does. Keep motivators around you. This one is pretty straightforward: we need reminders to keep ourselves going. These can be people or things -- whatever might keep you in the right mindset. It's natural to get off-balance and forget where we want to be -- these external motivators offer focus and direction. You can do a whole bunch of small things to get you in gear. Change your desktop background on your computer. Put a post-it note on your wall. A reminder on your phone. Utilize the hubbub around you and put it to your advantage. Try repeating a positive affirmation to yourself throughout the day, like, "I can do this!" or "I am good enough!" Say it over and over, even if it doesn't feel true to you at first—eventually, it will. To help yourself remember your affirmations, try using a visual cue, like a note posted beside your bathroom mirror or a piece of jewelry that reminds you of your goals. Keep good company. Unfortunately, people can also be demotivating. We have that friend that desperately wants us to eat another piece of cheesecake. That person is not good company. To get going on our path to success, everyone needs cheerleaders along the way! Tell your friends and family what you're trying to stay motivated with. Do you have a few close people in your network that can help you focus and stay driven? People can be motivators, too! Tell everyone you know that you're trying to lose 10 pounds. Hopefully they'll offer resources and make the path that much easier, in addition to holding you accountable. Having a mentor that's been through the same things you have will be super useful. Do you know someone who's started their own business, lost 50 pounds, or otherwise achieved their dreams? Talk to them! How do they do it? Their perseverance and display of just how doable it is may be what you need to stay energized and motivated. Keep learning. As you go, you're likely to get bored, antsy, or lose attention. To avoid all these pitfalls, keep learning! Spice it up! It's hard to stay motivated on anything long-term. But if the goal keeps changing, if your knowledge keeps morphing, it'll be easier. If you're aiming for weight loss, read success stories and blogs. Talk to trainers at your gym. Hit up a nutritionist. Tackle new elements (methods of training, dieting plans, etc.) one at a time. Keeping it fresh will keep your mind fresh. Only compare you to you. The best way to get demotivated and fast is to compare yourself to others. You'll never be them and they'll never be you, so what's the point? Though you've heard it a billion times before, it bears repeating: the only person you should compare yourself to is your previous self. It's only if you've improved that matters; not how anyone else is doing. This is part of why tracking progress is so necessary. To know where you are, you need to know where you've been. If you've made progress, you have nothing to be ashamed of, regardless of what the competition is doing. Help others. When you're nearer your goals, odds are you've learned a lot from your work along the way. Use this knowledge to help others! Not only will it motivate you, but it will motivate them. Don't you wish you had someone to help you along your way? Have you lost some weight, gotten your business started, or aced that test? Use what you know to help someone else and, better yet, drill it into you. Just like studying out loud and reciting your facts to someone else helps your understanding, helping someone else will keep you focused and feeling good about your progress. Set larger goals. Once you start hitting those small goals, there's nowhere to go but up! Start looking at the big picture -- focus on the end game. No more baby steps; it's time for the big leagues. Talk about motivation! You can practically start making the itinerary for Hawaii now! And you'll fit in that swimsuit, too! Make sure to keep the end goal in mind or it'll start to feel far away and unachievable. Why have you gone to all this work anyway? You know exactly why -- and the light is at the end of the tunnel. What will you do when you reach this one? Onto the next, hopefully!
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Get positive. Get confident. Get hungry. Know setbacks will happen. Focus on positive goals. Keep it small. Track your progress. Take breaks. Do what you enjoy. Use rewards. Don't be afraid of making mistakes. Keep motivators around you. Keep good company. Keep learning. Only compare you to you. Help others. Set larger goals.
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How to Calculate Angles
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To calculate angles in a polygon, first learn what your angles add up to when summed, like 180 degrees in a triangle or 360 degrees in a quadrilateral. Once you know what the angles add up to, add together the angles you know, then subtract the answer from the total measures of the angles for your shape. For example, add 60 and 80 to get 140 for 2 angles in a triangle, then deduct 140 from 180 to work out the third angle in the triangle, which will be 40 degrees.
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Count the number of sides in the polygon. In order to calculate the interior angles of a polygon, you need to first determine how many sides the polygon has. Note that a polygon has the same number of sides as it has angles. For instance, a triangle has 3 sides and 3 interior angles while a square has 4 sides and 4 interior angles. Find the total measure of all of the interior angles in the polygon. The formula for finding the total measure of all interior angles in a polygon is: (n – 2) x 180. In this case, n is the number of sides the polygon has. Some common polygon total angle measures are as follows: The angles in a triangle (a 3-sided polygon) total 180 degrees. The angles in a quadrilateral (a 4-sided polygon) total 360 degrees. The angles in a pentagon (a 5-sided polygon) total 540 degrees. The angles in a hexagon (a 6-sided polygon) total 720 degrees. The angles in an octagon (an 8-sided polygon) total 1080 degrees. Divide the total measure of all of a regular polygon's angles by the number of its angles. A regular polygon is a polygon whose sides are all the same length and whose angles all have the same measure. For instance, the measure of each angle in an equilateral triangle is 180 ÷ 3, or 60 degrees, and the measure of each angle in a square is 360 ÷ 4, or 90 degrees. Equilateral triangles and squares are examples of regular polygons, while the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. is an example of a regular pentagon and a stop sign is an example of a regular octagon. Subtract the sum of the known angles from the total measure of the angles for an irregular polygon. If your polygon doesn't have sides of the same length and angles of the same measure, all you need to do is add up all of the known angles in the polygon. Then, subtract that number from the total measure of all of the angles to find the missing angle. For example, if you know that 4 of the angles in a pentagon measure 80, 100, 120, and 140 degrees, add the numbers together to get a sum of 440. Then, subtract this sum from the total angle measure for a pentagon, which is 540 degrees: 540 – 440 = 100 degrees. So, the missing angle is 100 degrees. Remember that every right triangle has one angle equal to 90 degrees. By definition, a right triangle will always have one angle that's 90 degrees, even if it's not labeled as such. So, you will always know at least one angle and can use trigonometry to find out the other 2 angles. Measure the length of 2 of the triangle's sides. The longest side of a triangle is called the “hypotenuse.” The “adjacent” side is adjacent (or next to) to the angle you're trying to determine. The “opposite” side is opposite to the angle you're trying to determine. Measure 2 of the sides so you can determine the measure of the remaining angles in the triangle. Use the sine function if you know the length of the opposite side and the hypotenuse. Plug your values into the equation: sine (x) = opposite ÷ hypotenuse. Say that the length of the opposite side is 5 and the length of the hypotenuse is 10. Divide 5 by 10, which is equal to 0.5. Now you know that sine (x) = 0.5 which is the same as x = sine (0.5). If you have a graphing calculator, simply type 0.5 and press sine. If you don't have a graphing calculator, use an online chart to find the value. Both will show that x = 30 degrees. Use the cosine function if you know the length of the adjacent side and the hypotenuse. For this type of problem, use the equation: cosine (x) = adjacent ÷ hypotenuse. If the length of the adjacent side is 1.666 and the length of the hypotenuse is 2.0, divide 1.666 by 2, which is equal to 0.833. So, cosine (x) = 0.833 or x = cosine (0.833). Plug 0.833 into your graphing calculator and press cosine. Alternatively, look up the value in a cosine chart. The answer is 33.6 degrees. Use the tangent function if you know the length of the opposite side and the adjacent side. The equation for tangent functions is tangent (x) = opposite ÷ adjacent. Say you know the length of the opposite side is 75 and the length of the adjacent side is 100. Divide 75 by 100, which is 0.75. This means that tangent (x) = 0.75, which is the same as x = tangent (0.75). Find the value in a tangent chart or press 0.75 on your graphing calculator, then tangent. This is equal to 36.9 degrees.
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Count the number of sides in the polygon. Find the total measure of all of the interior angles in the polygon. Divide the total measure of all of a regular polygon's angles by the number of its angles. Subtract the sum of the known angles from the total measure of the angles for an irregular polygon. Remember that every right triangle has one angle equal to 90 degrees. Measure the length of 2 of the triangle's sides. Use the sine function if you know the length of the opposite side and the hypotenuse. Use the cosine function if you know the length of the adjacent side and the hypotenuse. Use the tangent function if you know the length of the opposite side and the adjacent side.
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How to Be Grunge in Middle School
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Being grunge is all about dressing alternatively and not letting anyone tell you what to do. Always be yourself and don't look to other people to tell you how to think or what to do with your life. Try to be socially and politically aware and make up your own mind about the issues of the day. Listen to as much great grunge music as you can, like Nirvana, Soundgarden, and Pearl Jam. To dress grunge, wear things like flannel button-up shirts, baggy jeans, and band t-shirts of your favorite grunge bands. Bulky, combat-style boots are also popular in grunge, but you can wear sneakers too. Leave your hair as naturally as possible and avoid brushing or styling it too much.
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Listen to grunge music. If you want to be grunge, spend some time familiarizing yourself with various grunge bands. You should listen to well-known grunge bands that started the grunge movement in the early '90s. You can listen to grunge music on accounts like Spotify, or buy grunge albums off iTunes. Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, Sound Garden, Stone Temple Pilots, and others are all iconic grunge bands. Try listening to them in your spare time to get a sense of grunge music. Pay attention to the lyrics. Many grunge artists sing about nonconformity and social issues. These things are major aspects of the grunge attitude and lifestyle. In addition to listening to the bands, you can read the lyrics online to try and get a sense of what different songs mean. You should also learn a bit about the artists behind the song. Reading interviews or watching them online can give you a sense of the opinions and philosophy associated with grunge culture. You can also get a sense of grunge style by observing how people act and behave. Be yourself. An important aspect of grunge culture is the idea of nonconformity. People associated with the grunge culture do not care about what others think. If you want to be grunge, you should strive to be yourself. However, it can be difficult to be non-conforming in middle school. Cliques are a major component of your average middle school, so you'll have to take efforts to be an individual. Find friends who are genuine. Choose people who you genuinely like, and you feel are kind and supportive of you. These kinds of people are more likely to allow you to be yourself, and will not expect you to follow certain styles or trends to be cool. Speak up. If you feel like your friends are beginning to become a clique, point this out to them in a calm and respectful manner. You do not have to be rude, but it can be helpful to point out you feel excluding people due to difference is hurtful. Sometimes, you may feel like you want to change. That's OK. You may want to work on bringing your grades up or having a better outlook. It's normal to change your style, opinions, and beliefs when you're young. Don't feel like a desire to change is against the grunge/non-conformist attitude. As long as you're changing for yourself, and not to appease a group, you're still thinking for yourself and therefore adopting a grunge culture. Care about political issues. A lot of grunge culture is about challenging the status quo. Social movements like feminism, environmentalism, and other political ideas are often of concern in grunge culture. Spend some time educating yourself about social issues and forming your own opinions if you want to be grunge. Start watching the news. Watching the news with your parents can help expose you to a lot of issues going on in the world right now. Try to formulate opinions on things like gender issues, LGTB rights, the environment, and other issues that dominate political discourse. Read opinion pieces online. Opinion pieces and polemics are often written with the goal of educating another person, while trying to influence their thoughts. Reading a lot of opinion pieces, from opposing sides, can help you see multiple sides of an issue, allowing you to have an informed opinion of your own. Avoid negative aspects of grunge culture. While grunge culture can be fun to emulate in middle school, keep in mind that there are some negative aspects of grunge culture. Social alienation, sadness, and depression are often aspects of grunge songs and the grunge mindset. While it's normal to feel a certain amount of angst and alienation as an adolescent, if you're feeling depressed or alienated for a long period of time, you should talk to someone. It's important to seek help if you're feeling sad. You can be grunge without having to feel alienated or alone. Do not style your hair too much. Grunge hair is usually somewhat messy and un-styled. Other than basic washing and conditioning, your hair does not need a lot of extra care if you want to have a grunge look. A lot of the time, grunge hair looks as if you just got out of bed. Avoid brushing or styling your hair too much. Simply let it fall where it falls and do not worry. Do not worry about getting your hair cut too often. It's okay if your hair looks a little shaggy from time to time. In fact, this may make your hair look a bit more grunge. Choose the right makeup. Like hair, grunge makeup does not require a lot of work. You should avoid sparkly, colorful shades of eyeshadow and eyeliner. Instead, go for darker shades like blacks, grays, and browns. You do not need a lot of foundation or blush either. You want a more natural look. Some women do like a bolder shade of lipstick, such as a bright red, so this is something you can add to your grunge wardrobe. Some people in grunge culture may paint their nails. As with eyeshadow, nails should be painted darker colors like black. Choose flannel outfits. Flannel outfits are a staple of a grunge wardrobe. Stock up on flannel button up shirts, which you can wear over a t-shirt. If you're a girl, seek out flannel skirts. If you want to be grunge, you should have quite a bit of flannel in your wardrobe. Grunge shirts do not need to be new, fancy, or expensive. In fact, older clothing emulates the grunge style more. Consider buying shirts at a secondhand shop. Flannel shirts are a popular, somewhat timeless wardrobe option. You can see if your parents or grandparents have any old flannel clothing. You can also borrow from older siblings. Select the right footwear. When assembling your grunge wardrobe, make sure you choose the right shoes. Generally, bigger and clunkier shoes are preferred. Go for large boots, like combat boots, Chuck Taylors, and Doc Martens. As the grunge style is often non-glamorous, simple sneakers or tennis shoes may be a good option as well. As with clothing, grunge shoes do not need to be shiny or new. You can keep wearing the same pair of shoes until you've almost worn them out. However, be careful. It can be dangerous to wear shoes with big holes in them, as your feet won't be protected when walking outside or through your school parking lot. Feel free to wear older shoes, but make sure to get a replacement if you end up with holes. Go for leggings, jeans, and shorts. There are a variety of types of pants you can wear if you want to be grunge. Leggings are a popular choice, particularly for girls. You can wear ripped, pattern tights under your leggings or with a skirt. Baggy jeans or pants are also popular in the grunge scene. Denim or leather shorts are another good choice. Dress in dark colors. Grunge tends to be toned down. When selecting your wardrobe, go for dark colors. Grays, browns, blacks, and dark greens are appropriate choices to give off the grunge persona. As with flannel shirts, it's a good idea to seek out dark clothing at a thrift store. Older clothing is particularly fitting for grunge style. Layer your clothing. Layering is a major aspect of grunge style. You can wear a t-shirt under a flannel button up. You can wear a skirt with leggings underneath. Don't be afraid to use contrasting patterns or colors. A little mismatching when it comes to layering also gives off the grunge style. Many more fashionable brands of clothing are worn in layers. If you want to be grunge, layers are great but avoid trendier, brighter layered outfits. Try band t-shirts. Band t-shirts are another classic aspect of the grunge style. Try wearing a t-shirt advertising a band you like. You can usually find band t-shirts at the mall, but you can also buy them online. If you go to a concert, bands will often be selling t-shirts after the concert lets out. Remember, older clothes are better. Some band shirts, sold at stores in the mall, cost as much as $20. These are not very fitting with the grunge culture. Vintage may be somewhat fitting with grunge. If your parents are into music, ask them if they have any old band t-shirts. An old Nirvana shirt from the '90s can really help you look grunge. Consider shopping at thrift stores such as Goodwill and Plato's Closet for cheap, vintage shirts. Choose the right accessories. If you want to be grunge, you'll need certain accessories. The following are some accessories often associated with the grunge style: Pocket chains Spikes Studs Metallic zippers Large handbags Round sunglasses Headscarves Review your school's dress code. Before you try to be grunge in school, make sure to review your school's dress code. Dressing grunge can be fun, but you do not want to end up in trouble over your new style. Oftentimes, things like wallet chains are banned by schools. They can be considered weapons in some schools. If your school has a zero tolerance policy for weapons, a chain could land you in trouble. Make sure any t-shirts you have do not have foul language on them. Sometimes, band names can be sexually suggestive, and could land you in trouble if you wear them in school. Certain types of jewelry or accessories may also not be allowed in your school. Read over the dress code policy in your school's handbook carefully before adding any jewelry to your outfit. Look up policies on carrying handbags. As many grunge kids carry large handbags, make sure these are permitted in your school. Many schools have policies that forbid you from carrying a handbag to class. You also may be required to keep purses or handbags in your locker during school hours. Teachers and school officials worry about students carrying items like weapons or alcohol in handbags, so make sure to review policy first before adding a grunge handbag to your wardrobe. Check headphone policies. Many schools do not allow students to listen to headphones during class. Make sure to review the headphone policy in your school. As so much of grunge culture revolves around music, you may be tempted to listen to music between classes and carry a headphone and iPod or MP3 player with you in school. You want to make sure this is permitted first.
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Listen to grunge music. Be yourself. Care about political issues. Avoid negative aspects of grunge culture. Do not style your hair too much. Choose the right makeup. Choose flannel outfits. Select the right footwear. Go for leggings, jeans, and shorts. Dress in dark colors. Layer your clothing. Try band t-shirts. Choose the right accessories. Review your school's dress code. Look up policies on carrying handbags. Check headphone policies.
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How to Diagnose Acid Reflux
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If you are experiencing symptoms such as heartburn, chest pain, trouble swallowing, a chronic dry cough, sore throat, nausea, or the sensation of a lump in your throat, see your doctor, who will most likely diagnose your condition as acid reflux. Be sure to provide your doctor with your full medical history and a complete list of the medications you use, since treatment for acid reflux can depend on other conditions you may have. Your doctor will probably prescribe you a proton pump inhibitor to block the acid production in your stomach. However, let them know if the medication doesn't seem to be working, so they can do additional tests, such as an esophageal manometry or endoscopy.
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Identify the symptoms of acid reflux disease. The common signs of acid reflux disease include heartburn, chest pain, trouble swallowing, a chronic dry cough or hoarseness, sore throat, a sour taste in your mouth, regurgitation of food or sour tasting stomach juices, and a sensation of a lump in your throat. ”Heartburn” is a term that is commonly used to describe some of these symptoms grouped together. The accepted definition of heartburn is indigestion involving a burning sensation in your mid chest area that can spread into your throat, often accompanied by a bitter taste. Less common symptoms of acid reflux include nausea, vomiting, wheezing, ear pain, laryngitis, persistent need to clear the throat, and erosion of tooth enamel and other dental problems. Acid reflux is responsible for as many as 50% of non-cardiac chest pain cases. Many people go to the emergency room or urgent care treatment center due to chest pain, thinking they may be having a heart attack. Always seek medical attention when sudden or potentially life-threatening symptoms occur. If no evidence of cardiac problems are found, follow up with your regular doctor to see if you may be experiencing acid reflux. Inform your doctor of your medical history. Provide as much detail as possible about your medical history. Treating your acid reflux effectively may depend on your doctor's knowledge of other diseases or problems. This includes a complete history of any digestive problems you have had in the past, persistent sore throats, coughing, hoarseness or laryngitis, stomach pain, and any history of stomach ulcers or other GI disorders. Tell your doctor about any allergies you may have, especially since you may need to follow-up with testing procedures that use uncommon medications and contrast media. Include all medical conditions in the information you provide to your doctor, as well as any other doctors like radiologists and anesthesiologists that may be part of your healthcare team. Be sure to let them know if you think you may be pregnant. Provide a complete list of your medications. The list should include all prescription medications you are taking, plus over-the counter products, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Always let each of your doctors know when a new medicine is added, you start something new that is over-the-counter, or an existing medication is changed or discontinued. Sometimes over-the-counter medications, herbal supplements, and vitamins that you may think are harmless, can be the primary cause of your stomach problem. Follow you doctor's instructions on how to safely stop and re-start you medications as you proceed with testing procedures. Familiarize yourself with the different characterizations of acid reflux. Acid reflux generally falls into three categories. The categories are important to understand since they guide your doctor in determining the next step in confirming your diagnosis of acid reflux disease. The first category is called functional or physiologic GERD. This category includes people that do not have risk factors for acid reflux or any medical conditions that may be contributing to the symptoms. People in this group are often treated with lifestyle changes or milder forms of medications. Diagnostic testing may not be needed to start treatment as long as no other medical conditions or risk factors are present. It is up to your doctor. The second category is called pathological reflux disease. People in this category develop acid reflux symptoms and possible complications due to more severe and lingering symptoms and sometimes have co-existing medical conditions that make their acid reflux worse. Persistent acid reflux that has not been treated for an extended period of time falls in this category. The third category is called secondary GERD. This means that another underlying medical condition may be causing or contributing to the development of acid reflux. For example, people that have a gastrointestinal disorder that causes problems with stomach emptying may develop acid reflux due to that condition. Take your symptoms seriously. Once you know you have acid reflux, follow the treatment suggestions provided by your doctor. If the treatment options provided do not seem to be working, then let your doctor know. Serious complications from acid reflux disease are possible. The most common complication from acid reflux is called esophagitis. This means the esophagus becomes inflamed, irritated, or has areas of ulceration. This condition can get much worse over time if the acid reflux is not effective treated. Stricture is a complication that often develops in advanced forms of esophagitis. Stricture is commonly caused by continued exposure of the esophagus to stomach acid. Localized inflammation, scar tissue, or other tissue damage to the esophagus, cause it to become rigid and/or tight which makes it difficult for food to pass and difficult to swallow. People with a stricture from prolonged acid reflux disease often have trouble with vomiting undigested foods or difficulty swallowing solid food. In many cases, this requires surgery to repair. Another complication that may arise is called Barrett esophagus and occurs in approximately eight to 15% of people with acid reflux. Long-term exposure of the esophagus to stomach acid causes changes at the cellular level leading to dysplasia. Dysplasia is a change that is observed in tissues during the early development of cancer. The development of Barrett esophagus can lead to a type of cancer called adenocarcinoma, which is the most common type of esophageal cancer. This is the most serious complication associated with GERD. Be aware of the common methods to diagnose acid reflux. Doctors rely heavily on symptoms and response to treatment for diagnosis. The doctor must rule out alternative diagnoses that may masquerade as GERD: functional heartburn, atypical cases of achalasia, or distal esophageal spasm. Based on your symptoms, you will likely be prescribed a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). These block the acid production in the stomach. If there is no response to these medications, your doctor may try additional tests. The specific tests as suggested below are usually only used if there is unclear diagnosis for GERD, or if there are more serious symptoms. Some testing, such as esophageal manometry, is recommended for preoperative evaluation. Endoscopy is recommended in the presence of alarm symptoms and for screening of patients at high risk for complications. Have an upper GI endoscopy. An upper GI endoscopy procedure helps to evaluate the overall anatomy and identify any structural problems or complications from the disease. This test confirms the presence of acid reflux disease and is useful determining the extent of damage to the esophagus. Other upper GI conditions are also diagnosed by this method. Examples of other conditions diagnosed by doing an upper GI endoscopy include anemia, unexplained nausea and vomiting, ulcers, bleeding, and precancerous abnormalities. An upper GI is done by inserting an endoscope, which is a long and flexible tube with a camera on the end, down the throat and into the esophagus. This allows the examiner to see the lining of your upper GI areas including your esophagus. Prepare for an upper GI endoscopy. Your doctor will give you clear instructions to follow prior to the procedure. Follow the directions provided by your doctor. The items listed here are provided for information only, and may differ from those provided by your doctor. Do not eat or drink anything for at least eight hours before the procedure. In order for the doctor to clearly see the lining of your esophagus and stomach area, your stomach needs to be empty. This includes smoking, eating any food, drinking any beverages including water, and chewing gum. Upper GI endoscopies are usually done in a hospital or outpatient surgical center since mild sedation is provided. Be sure you have a ride home. You will be given a mild form of anesthesia so you will not be allowed to drive immediately after. Some doctors will perform this procedure without using sedation, but this is not commonly done. Know what to expect during the procedure and immediately after. You may be asked to gargle with, or spray, a liquid anesthetic on the back of your throat. This helps to stop the gag reflex as the tube is inserted. You will lie on your side on an exam table during the procedure. An IV will be started in your arm or hand so you can be given the medication for sedation. Nurses or other doctors will be with you to monitor your vital signs throughout the procedure. The examiner will insert a long, thin, tube with a camera on the end into your mouth and gently push it through your esophagus and into your stomach area. This allows the examiner to look closely at the tissues in your upper GI tract and stomach area. If necessary, the doctor may take a biopsy of tissues during the examination. This is done by using an instrument carefully inserted through the tube that has been passed into your upper GI area. You will not feel any pain from the biopsy. Sometimes air is pumped into the stomach and duodenum, which is the uppermost part of your intestine. This helps the examiner to see all the tissues and linings to better determine the cause of the problem. The entire procedure usually takes between 15 and 30 minutes. In many cases, the doctor can give you immediate feedback on what was found. Tissue biopsies take several days to get the results. You will stay at the hospital or center for several hours after the procedure to allow time for you to wake up from the sedatives used, and to be sure there are no problems as a result of the procedure. Many people feel bloated and nauseous for a few hours and have a sore throat for one or two days following the procedure. You can expect to rest at home for the rest of the day and possibly the following day. Resume your normal diet once your sore throat has subsided and you do not have any trouble swallowing. Have a manometry study done. Manometry studies are done to provide detailed information on people that may be surgical candidates. The procedure allows the doctor to evaluate how well the esophagus is functioning and if there is are problems that can be corrected with surgery. Manometry is a procedure that provides important information about the overall function of the esophagus and the sphincter at the bottom that normally tightens or closes once food has passed through. During the manometry, the doctor will be able to measure the pressure of the lower esophageal sphincter, check for problems with motility, evaluate the contraction and relaxation of the esophagus, and identify other problems that may be related to swallowing. Prepare for a manometry study. Your doctor will provide specific instructions for you to follow to prepare for your manometry study. Follow the guidelines exactly as your doctor outlined. You will likely be told not to eat or drink anything for at least eight hours before the test is to be done. If it is scheduled for first thing in the morning, then you should not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before. Know what to expect before and immediately following the procedure. You will not be sedated during the test but medication is used to make the procedure more comfortable. Medications that numb your throat area and nasal passages are used just before the procedure starts. The medication makes the insertion of the tube more comfortable. The procedure involves passing a thin, pressure-sensitive tube through your nose, down your throat and esophagus, an into your stomach. You will likely be sitting upright when the tube is inserted. You may feel a gagging sensation and some discomfort as the tube is passed through your nose and throat. The tube is pulled back slightly once it reaches the stomach to be sure it is in your esophagus. You may remain seated or be asked to recline on your back for the rest of the procedure. Once the tube is in the proper place, you will be asked to swallow small sips of water. The catheter, or tube, is connected to a computer and can take important readings as you swallow. Breathe slowly and regularly, remain as still as possible, and swallow only when asked to do so. The computer readings can determine if the sphincter muscles in your esophagus are normal. The procedure also checks the overall function of the esophagus with regards to proper contraction, relaxation, and motility. You may have a slight nosebleed, watery eyes, and sore throat, during and following the procedure. It is possible, but very rare, for your esophagus to be damaged during the procedure. Your doctor will advise you when you can resume normal eating and drinking, which is normally immediately after the procedure is completed. The entire procedure takes about 30 minutes to an hour. It is usually done in a hospital or surgical center setting. Expect several days for the final test results to be available. Consider optional procedures. Your doctor may need additional information about your condition to properly treat your acid reflux. Other tests are sometimes done to evaluate people with acid reflux and related problems, in addition to the mandatory diagnostic testing. The two most common tests done to confirm a diagnosis of acid reflux, or to explore problems with similar symptoms, include a 24 hour pH probe exam and an upper GI series. These procedures are helpful in diagnosing related conditions, such as peptic ulcer disease, and in monitoring the progress of treatment interventions. Once treatment has been started for acid reflux, it is important to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment. Often this can be done by monitoring symptoms, but sometimes repeating a procedure to compare the results is the most effective way. Have a 24 hour pH probe exam. The 24 hour pH probe exam is used to confirm the diagnosis of acid reflux disease in people that have acid reflux symptoms that are not the most common ones, and if the results of the endoscopy were not conclusive. It is also used to determine the effectiveness of some treatments, and to find the cause of other problems like nighttime coughing or hoarseness. The test measures the pH of the esophagus over a 24 hour period. This helps your doctor to know if acid is in the esophagus when it shouldn't be. Your doctor will provide you with complete instructions on how to prepare for the test. Commonly instructions recommend no food or water for 2 hours before the procedure. During the procedure, a numbing medication will be placed in your nasal passages to make the insertion of the tube more comfortable. Once the tube is in place, it will be taped down against your face and nose to keep it in place. A small carrying case/backpack that contains a recording unit is attached to the tube. You will also be given a diary to record specific details of symptoms, when you eat or drink, and other information you doctor needs to know. The recording unit collects data for 24 hours. This information will be correlated with your diary entries to determine if there are problems with abnormal acid levels in your esophagus. After 18 to 24 hours, you will return to the hospital or clinic and the tube will be removed. Maintain your normal routines as much as possible to provide accurate readings and information. Have an upper GI series performed. An upper GI series uses fluoroscopy, or constant and real-time x-rays, to create images of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. The procedure is non-invasive and uses a barium contrast material to look for problems in your upper gastrointestinal tract. Many possible medical conditions, including acid reflux, can be diagnosed or confirmed using an upper GI series. Your doctor will provide you with detailed instructions on how to prepare for the procedure. Most of the time, you will be asked not to chew gum, or eat or drink anything, including your routine medications, for several hours before the procedure. The procedure will be done in a hospital, clinic, or surgical center. You will be monitored by a radiologist since fluoroscopy is involved. Fluoroscopy is a form of x-ray. Jewelry, some dental appliances, eye glasses, and other metal objects will need to be removed before the procedure begins. You will be asked to wear a hospital gown for the procedure. You will be asked to drink some form of contrast media, such as barium. Next you will be asked to lie down on a special table that is part of the fluoroscopy equipment. This makes your organs visible to the equipment so the radiologist can see how they are working in real-time. Pictures are taken as the contrast medium travels through your upper GI tract. The table may tilt or move during the procedure so the images can be as thorough as possible. The entire exam takes about 20 to 30 minutes. During and after the exam, you may feel bloated if certain types of gas-producing materials were used. In most cases, you can resume your normal diet and regular medications immediately following the exam. The barium may cause your stools to be gray or white and you may feel constipated for two to three days following the procedure. Drink extra fluids if needed to help your body resume a regular schedule. The radiologist will review the results of your study and send a full report to your doctor. Your doctor will talk with you about the results of the procedure.
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Identify the symptoms of acid reflux disease. Inform your doctor of your medical history. Provide a complete list of your medications. Familiarize yourself with the different characterizations of acid reflux. Take your symptoms seriously. Be aware of the common methods to diagnose acid reflux. Have an upper GI endoscopy. Prepare for an upper GI endoscopy. Know what to expect during the procedure and immediately after. Have a manometry study done. Prepare for a manometry study. Know what to expect before and immediately following the procedure. Consider optional procedures. Have a 24 hour pH probe exam. Have an upper GI series performed.
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How to Make Magic Mud
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The easiest way to make magic mud is by mixing 2 cups of cornstarch, 1 cup of water, and several drops of food coloring in a bowl. Alternatively, add a few chopped potatoes to 6 cups of hot water and stir for about 2 minutes. Then, strain the potatoes and discard the water before adding more water and letting the potatoes sit for another 10 minutes. Finally, strain the potatoes and use the remaining starch as your magic mud.
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Gather your materials. You will need two cups of cornstarch, one cup of water, and food coloring to create the magic mud. You will also need a bowl in order to mix all of the ingredients. You may also want a spoon for mixing; however, this is not necessary. Use a medium or large size bowl. It should be big enough to hold the two cups of cornstarch and one cup of water. Be sure to allow room for mixing. You can use any color of food coloring. Add the ingredients to the bowl. Start with the two cups of cornstarch. Then, add one cup of water. Finally, add several drops of food coloring. There is no correct amount of food coloring. Just add drops until you have reached your desired color. Mix the ingredients. The best way to mix the ingredients is with your hands. If you are not interested in getting your hands messy, you may use a spoon to mix the ingredients. Be sure to thoroughly mix all of the ingredients together. You can add more food coloring to reach your desired color of magic mud. Play with the magic mud. You will notice that the mud seems to have both solid and liquid properties. Experiment with the magic mud by dropping something on the surface of the mud. Try to roll the mud into a ball. Try squeezing the mud. Gather your materials. You will need dirt, water, baking soda, white vinegar, and powdered tempera paint. You will also need a bowl to mix the materials. You might want to also gather additional bowls and a spoon to transfer the final product into multiple containers. Start by using equal parts of dirt and water. Use whatever color tempera paint that you desire. You can even use multiple colors. Mix together some ingredients. In a large bowl combine dirt, water, and baking soda. Start by using equal parts dirt and water. Add more water or dirt to make the mud the consistency that you desire. Add two tablespoons of baking soda to the mud. Mix the ingredients with your hand or a large spoon. Leave enough room in the bowl to mix the ingredients. Add the powdered tempera paint. If you want to distribute the mud into multiple containers, do it before adding the paint. Then, toss some paint on top of the mud. Watch as the mud starts to change colors. Consider using muffin tins or pie pans to make different shapes with your magic mud. Add white vinegar. Start with a cup of vinegar, and pour some of it onto the top of the magic mud. Watch as the vinegar reacts with the baking soda. You can continue to add more vinegar to your mud until it no longer reacts with the baking soda. Notice how different colored mud creates different colored bubbles. Gather your materials. To make magic mud from potatoes you will need a bag of potatoes and water. You will also need a food processor (or knife), two bowls, a strainer, a saucepan (or kettle), and a jar. If you are using a knife instead of a food processor you will need a cutting board or a surface that is safe for cutting. You may use any type of potato. Chop up the potatoes. You will want to use several potatoes in order to make enough magic mud. However, there is not set amount of potatoes that need to be used. Use the food processor to chop the potatoes into very small pieces. If a food processor is not available, use a knife to cut the potatoes into very small pieces. Make sure that an adult is available to help with the chopping. The potatoes may be peeled or unpeeled. Either way will work. Heat up the water. Using the saucepan or kettle, heat up about six cups of water. Make sure that it is enough water to cover the potatoes that you just chopped. You can add more water later if necessary. Pour the water over the chopped potatoes. Using a large spoon, stir the potatoes around in the water. You will notice that the water starts to change colors. Stir the potatoes for about two minutes. Strain the potatoes. Place the strainer over another large mixing bowl. Pour the potato water mixture into the strainer. The water will fall into the bowl below the strainer and the potatoes will remain in the strainer. Let the water set for ten minutes. You can now discard the potatoes, or better yet, use them in a recipe. You will notice that the water will start to separate into a white layer on the bottom and a water layer on top. Get rid of the water layer. You can discard this water into the sink or the dirty mixing bowl. You will be left with the white layer in the mixing bowl. You can repeat this rinsing process by adding fresh water to the white goop, letting it set for ten minutes, and then discarding the water from the top of the white goop. Play with your magic mud. The white goop that you are left with is potato starch. It acts a lot like the cornstarch mixture. Potato starch will feel firm when you try to mold it but will turn into a liquid when you apply pressure. Potato starch becomes magic mud because it doesn't dissolve in water. Instead, it's suspended in water. It's resistance to flow, which is called viscosity, changes when pressure is applied. This means it's a non-Newtonian fluid, which means that it has characteristics of both a liquid and a solid. Avoid eating the magic mud. Even though some recipes use kitchen ingredients, they are not being prepared for consumption. Magic mud is meant to be used as an experiment and a toy, not a snack. Supervise young children so that they do not consume the magic mud. Designate a space for magic mud. Ideally, you will do these experiments outside. Magic mud can get rather messy. If doing the experiment outside isn't an option, lay down a piece of plastic or cardboard to do the experiment on. This will make cleanup much easier. Use all tools cautiously. When cutting potatoes, be cautious. Knives and food processors are both dangerous if they aren't used properly. Let an adult do the cutting, or do the cutting under the supervision of an adult.
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Gather your materials. Add the ingredients to the bowl. Mix the ingredients. Play with the magic mud. Gather your materials. Mix together some ingredients. Add the powdered tempera paint. Add white vinegar. Gather your materials. Chop up the potatoes. Heat up the water. Pour the water over the chopped potatoes. Strain the potatoes. Get rid of the water layer. Play with your magic mud. Avoid eating the magic mud. Designate a space for magic mud. Use all tools cautiously.
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How to Burn MP4 to DVD
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Mac: 1. Install and launch Burn. 2. Click Video. 3. Name the DVD. 4. Click +. 5. Select the.mp4 and click Open. 6. Select DVD-Video from the menu. 7. Click Burn. PC: 1. Install and launch DVD Flick. 2. Drag the.mp4 to DVD Flick. 3. Click Project settings. 4. Click Burning. 5. Select "Burn project to disc." 6. Click Accept. 7. Click Create DVD.
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Place a blank DVD in your computer's DVD tray. You can use any of the rewriteable DVD formats, as long as your DVD burner supports them. This includes DVD±R and DVD±RW, though DVD±RW discs are less likely to work in standalone DVD players. If any auto-play windows open after you insert the DVD into your computer, close them before continuing. If your computer doesn't have a DVD tray (signified by the word "DVD" on or near the tray), you'll first have to buy and plug in a USB DVD tray. Download the DVD Flick program. This program is free, and can encode MP4 files for playback on most DVD players. To download it: Go to http://www.dvdflick.net/download.php in your browser. Click Download DVD Flick in the middle of the page. Wait for the download to start. You may also need to select a save location and/or confirm the download. Install DVD Flick. Double-click the DVD Flick setup file once it's done downloading, then do the following: Click Next Check the I accept box. Click Next four times. Click Install Click Next Click Finish Open DVD Flick. Double-click the DVD Flick icon, which resembles a film strip. The DVD Flick window will open. You may have to click OK or Close on a tutorial window before proceeding. Place an MP4 file in the DVD Flick window. Find the MP4 video that you want to burn onto your DVD, click and drag the video onto the DVD Flick window, and release the mouse button. This will drop the file onto the DVD Flick window. If DVD Flick opens in a full-screen window, click the double-square icon in the upper-right corner of the window and then click and drag the top of the window to reposition the window on the screen. If you have two windows open, you can drag one window to the far-left side of the screen to snap it there and then select the other window that you want open to snap it to the other side of the screen. Click Project settings. This tab is at the top of the DVD Flick window. Doing so will open the DVD Flick Settings page. Click the Burning tab. It's on the left side of the page. Check the "Burn project to disc" box. You'll find this near the top of the page. Checking this box ensures that your MP4 file will be burned onto your DVD disc. Click Accept. It's at the bottom of the window. This saves your settings and returns you to the DVD Flick main page. If you plan on burning future projects using DVD Flick, click Use as defaults instead. Click Create DVD. This button is at the top of the window. Doing so will prompt DVD Flick to begin encoding and burning your MP4 file. If prompted with a warning about choosing a different file name, just click Continue. Wait for the process to conclude. DVD encoding and burning can take several minutes to an hour or more depending on the length of the video. If you receive an error during this process, see the "Tips" section at the bottom of this article for another way to burn your MP4 onto a DVD with DVD Flick. Test your DVD. Once the process is complete, you can eject your DVD and insert it into the DVD player of your choice. Again, if this doesn't create the DVD properly, see the "Tips" section for a potential fix. Put a blank DVD in your drive. You can use any type of blank DVD to create a video DVD, but you'll have the most success with DVD±R discs on the widest range of players. If any auto-play windows open after you insert the DVD into your computer, close them before continuing. If your computer doesn't have a DVD tray (signified by the word "DVD" on or near the tray), you'll first have to buy and plug in a USB DVD tray. Make sure that you buy a version that fits your computer's USB slots, since modern Macs use USB-C slots rather than traditional USB slots. Download and install Burn. Burn is a free program that, among other things, allows you to burn MP4 files to DVD discs. To do this, go to http://burn-osx.sourceforge.net/Pages/English/home.html in your browser, click Download Burn in the lower-right side of the page, and then do the following: Open the Burn ZIP folder by double-clicking it. Click and drag the Burn app icon into the Applications folder. Double-click the Burn app icon. Verify the download if prompted. Open Burn. Click Spotlight {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/e\/ea\/Macspotlight.png","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/e\/ea\/Macspotlight.png\/30px-Macspotlight.png","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":460,"bigWidth":"30","bigHeight":"30","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>I edited this screenshot of a Mac icon.\n<\/p><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a><br>\n<\/p><\/div>"} , type in burn , and double-click the Burn option when it appears in the search results. You may have to right-click the Burn app icon, click Open in the menu, and then click Open when prompted to get Burn to open correctly. Click the Video tab. It's at the top of the Burn app window. This will shift the Burn file window to the "Video" section. Enter a DVD name. Click the text field at the top of the Burn window, then replace the current text (usually "Untitled") with whatever you want to name your DVD. Click ＋. It's in the bottom-left corner of the window. A Finder window will open. Select your MP4 file. Click the MP4 file that you want to burn onto your DVD. Click Open. It's in the bottom-right corner of the Finder window. This will prompt the MP4 file to appear in the Burn window. Click the file type drop-down box. This option is in the upper-right side of the Burn window. Click DVD-Video. It's in the drop-down menu. Click Convert if necessary. If you see a Convert option appear after selecting the file type, click it, then follow any on-screen prompts. This will ensure that your DVD file is playable on the DVD disc. Click Burn. It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. Your MP4 will begin burning onto the DVD disc. Follow any on-screen prompts. You may receive a notification when the burn is complete. If not, just wait for the progress bar to disappear. Once the burn is complete, you can eject your DVD and play it on any standard DVD player. Insert a blank DVD into your computer's CD tray. Make sure that the DVD doesn't have any files on it before doing this. The CD tray must be able to burn DVDs. You can tell whether or not your computer's CD tray can burn DVDs by looking for the "DVD" logo on or near the CD tray. Open Start . Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen. Open File Explorer . Click the folder-shaped icon in the lower-left side of the Start window. Select a file location. Click the folder in which your MP4 file is in. Select your movie. Click the movie file that you want to burn onto your DVD. Click Share. It's in the upper-left side of the window. This will prompt a toolbar to appear at the top of the window. Click Burn to disc. You'll find this in the "Send" section of the toolbar. A window will open. Click Burn. It's at the top of the window. Your movie will begin burning onto your DVD. This process will take anywhere from several minutes to an hour or more depending on the size of the movie and your computer's burn speed. Click Finish when prompted. It's at the bottom of the window. After you click Finish , you can eject your DVD from your computer. You should now be able to use your DVD to open and view the MP4 file on any computer with a DVD drive. Buy and attach a USB DVD drive. Since most modern Macs don't come with DVD drives, you'll need an external one to burn your data DVD. If your Mac uses USB-C (oval) ports rather than USB 3.0 (rectangular) ports, make sure that you get a DVD drive that uses a USB-C connection, or buy a USB 3.0 to USB-C adapter. Insert a blank DVD into your Mac's CD tray. Make sure that the DVD doesn't have any files on it before doing this. Open Finder. Click the blue, face-shaped icon in your Mac's Dock to do so. Go to the MP4 file's location. On the left side of the Finder window, click the folder in which your MP4 file is stored. Select the MP4 file. Click the MP4 file to do so. The file will become highlighted. Click File. This menu item is at the top of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear. Click Burn [movie] to Disc…. It's in the drop-down menu. Doing so will open the Burn window. Click Burn when prompted. It's near the bottom of the pop-up window. Click OK when prompted. It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. After you do this, you can eject your DVD from your computer. You should now be able to use your DVD to open and view the MP4 file on any computer with a DVD drive.
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Place a blank DVD in your computer's DVD tray. Download the DVD Flick program. Install DVD Flick. Open DVD Flick. Place an MP4 file in the DVD Flick window. Click Project settings. Click the Burning tab. Check the "Burn project to disc" box. Click Accept. Click Create DVD. Wait for the process to conclude. Test your DVD. Put a blank DVD in your drive. Download and install Burn. Open Burn. Click the Video tab. Enter a DVD name. Click ＋. Select your MP4 file. Click Open. Click the file type drop-down box. Click DVD-Video. Click Convert if necessary. Click Burn. Follow any on-screen prompts. Insert a blank DVD into your computer's CD tray. Open Start . Open File Explorer . Select a file location. Select your movie. Click Share. Click Burn to disc. Click Burn. Click Finish when prompted. Buy and attach a USB DVD drive. Insert a blank DVD into your Mac's CD tray. Open Finder. Go to the MP4 file's location. Select the MP4 file. Click File. Click Burn [movie] to Disc…. Click Burn when prompted. Click OK when prompted.
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How to Make Chocolate Rice Crispy Cakes
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Before you make chocolate rice crispy treats, assemble a double boiler by putting a heat-safe bowl on top of a pan filled with 1-2 inches of water. However, make sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the top of the water! Then melt the chocolate over low heat, without stirring it. Add the butter and syrup to the chocolate, and let it sit for 1-2 minutes before you fold it in with a rubber spatula. Finally, take the bowl off the stove, fold in the cereal, and refrigerate the mixture in a greased pan for a couple of hours until it's firm.
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Assemble a double boiler. Fill a saucepan with 1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 centimeters) of water, and place a heat-safe bowl on top. Make sure that the bottom of the bowl does not touch the surface of the water. Melt the chocolate over low heat in the double boiler. Turn the heat on to low, and bring the water to a simmer. Add the chocolate and wait for it to melt. This will take about 4 minutes. Do not stir the chocolate as it melts. Add the butter and syrup into the chocolate. Let the butter and syrup sit in the chocolate for about a minute or two before folding it in with a rubber spatula. Remove the bowl from the saucepan, then fold in the rice crispy cereal. Keep folding with your rubber spatula until everything is evenly combined. You can use plain rice crispy cereal for this, or cocoa-flavored rice crispy cereal. Pour the mixture into a greased baking pan. The best size to work with is something around 9 by 13 inches (22.86 by 33.02 centimeters) although a 9-inch (22.86 centimeters) square-shaped pan will also work. Chill the rice crispy treats in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours. If you are in a hurry, you can chill them in the freezer for about 20 minutes, or until they turn firm. Cut the rice crispy treats into squares, then serve them. Cut them in the pan first, then scoop them out using a spatula. If you try to remove the entire rice crispy out of the pan, it may break. You have enough to make 16 to 24 servings. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Place a large saucepan on the stove and set the heat to medium-high. Cut the butter into smaller cubes, then add it to the skillet. Gently stir the butter as it melts. Add the marshmallows. Keep stirring the mixture with a rubber spatula until the marshmallows melt. Stir in the cocoa powder with a whisk. Keep stirring until the cocoa powder is evenly mixed into the butter and marshmallows. Remove the skillet from heat, then add the rice crispy cereal and ⅓ cup (60 grams) of the chocolate chips. Gently fold the cereal and chocolate chips into the mixture using a rubber spatula. Save the rest of the chocolate chips for later. Spread the mixture across the bottom of a greased baking pan. The best pan to work with would be a square-shaped, 8-inch (20.32 centimeters) pan, but you can also use anything that is similar in size. Sprinkle the rest of the chocolate chips on top, then drizzle with melted chocolate, if desired. You can stop at the chocolate chips, but you can give your rice crispies a nice touch with some chocolate drizzle. Simply melt 3 ounces (75 grams) of chocolate in the microwave or in a double boiler, then drizzle it over the rice crispy cake. You can do this using a spoon or a squeeze bottle. If you wish to use a microwave: place the chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl, and heat on medium-high for 1 minute. Give the chocolate a stir, then microwave it at 15 to 20-second intervals until it is smooth. Stir the chocolate between each interval. If you wish to use a double boiler: fill a saucepan with 1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 centimeters) of water, and place a heat-safe bowl on top. Add the chocolate into the bowl, and let it melt over low heat. Put the pan into the fridge for 1 to 2 hours. This will help harden the chocolate, and prevent the rice crispies from getting too gooey. If you are in a hurry, stick the pan in the freezer for about 20 minutes. Cut the rice crispy treats into squares or rectangles, then serve them. The rice crispies will be fragile, so cut them in the pan first, then serve them using a spatula. If you try to take the entire thing out of the pan, you risk breaking it. You have enough to make about 16 to 24 servings. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and prepare your baking pans. Lightly grease the inside of three, round, 9-inch (22.86 centimeters) cake pans, then dust them with flour. Shake out any excess flour. Whisk together the semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and boiling water a medium-sized mixing bowl. Make sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl to ensure that everything gets mixed evenly. Keep whisking until everything is completely smooth, then set aside. Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Make sure that the bowl is big enough to fit the rest of your ingredients. You will be mixing the final cake batter in this. Stir together the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a third bowl. Beat the ingredients together with a whisk until the egg yolks break, and everything is evenly combined. There should be no streaks of unmixed egg yolk. Combine the flour mixture and buttermilk mixture first, then stir in the chocolate mixture. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture first, and stir with a whisk until evenly combined. Pour the chocolate mixture in next. Keep whisking until everything is smooth and evenly combined. Distribute the batter evenly between the three cake pans, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The cakes are ready when a toothpick poked into the center comes out clean. Set the cakes aside when they are finished baking to cool. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 15 to 20 minutes first, then take them out of the pans. Don't let them cool completely, however, or you'll run into the chances of them sticking. If you used spring-form pans, you can simply open up the pans and take the cakes out. If you used basic pans, run a knife along the inner edges of the pan, then invert the cakes onto a plate. Combine the rice crispy cereal and melted chocolate. Melt the chocolate first, either in the microwave or over a double boiler, then fold in the rice crispy cereal using a rubber spatula. Keep mixing until the cereal is evenly coated with the melted chocolate. Pour the rice crispy mixture into a greased pan, and let it chill in the freezer for 20 minutes. You can do this in two, 9-inch (22.86 centimeters) cake pans, or you can do it in a square or rectangular baking pan. If you use the round cake pans, the rice crispy cakes will match your sponge cakes perfectly. If you choose to use a large pastry pan, you will need to chop it into smaller pieces in order to get it to fit on the round sponge cakes. If you are using two cake pans, consider setting some of the rice crispy mixture aside on some wax paper, and then chopping it up. You can use it as a garnish later on. Take the rice crispies out of the pans once they are set. If you used the round pans, simply dump them out, and set them aside on wax paper. If you used a square or rectangular pan, dump the rice crispy out, then chop it up with a knife. If you set some rice crispy mixture aside for the garnish, be sure to chop it up as well. Prepare the frosting. In an electric mixer, combine the butter, melted chocolate, icing sugar, and milk. Start on a low speed, then gradually increase to a medium speed setting until the frosting turns light and fluffy. If the frosting is too dry, add more milk. If the frosting is too wet, add more sugar. Beat the frosting well after each addition. Assemble the layers. Place the first cake down on a plate, and spread ¾ cup (45 grams) of frosting on top using an off-set cake decorating spatula. Top it off with the chocolate rice crispy. Repeat the cake, frosting, and rice crispy layer. Finish off with a final cake layer. If you chopped the rice crispy into chunks, you will need 1 cup (225 grams) per layer. Trim the tops off of the cakes to make them flat, if desire. Save the excess cake to make cake pops, or eat them. Frost the sides and top of the cake an off-set cake decorating spatula. When you get to doing the sides, consider spreading just a thin layer first, letting the cake sit in the freezer for about 15 minutes, and then spreading on the rest of the frosting. This thin, "frozen" layer is known as the "crumb coat," and will help keep any loose crumbs in place. If you have any leftover rice crispy mixture, use it to garnish your cake. Finished.
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Assemble a double boiler. Melt the chocolate over low heat in the double boiler. Add the butter and syrup into the chocolate. Remove the bowl from the saucepan, then fold in the rice crispy cereal. Pour the mixture into a greased baking pan. Chill the rice crispy treats in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours. Cut the rice crispy treats into squares, then serve them. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the marshmallows. Stir in the cocoa powder with a whisk. Remove the skillet from heat, then add the rice crispy cereal and ⅓ cup (60 grams) of the chocolate chips. Spread the mixture across the bottom of a greased baking pan. Sprinkle the rest of the chocolate chips on top, then drizzle with melted chocolate, if desired. Put the pan into the fridge for 1 to 2 hours. Cut the rice crispy treats into squares or rectangles, then serve them. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and prepare your baking pans. Whisk together the semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and boiling water a medium-sized mixing bowl. Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Stir together the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a third bowl. Combine the flour mixture and buttermilk mixture first, then stir in the chocolate mixture. Distribute the batter evenly between the three cake pans, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 15 to 20 minutes first, then take them out of the pans. Combine the rice crispy cereal and melted chocolate. Pour the rice crispy mixture into a greased pan, and let it chill in the freezer for 20 minutes. Take the rice crispies out of the pans once they are set. Prepare the frosting. Assemble the layers. Frost the sides and top of the cake an off-set cake decorating spatula. Finished.
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How to Make a Cat and Dog Get Along
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While you can't actually make a cat and dog get along, you can help them adjust to each other by introducing them when both animals are calm and relaxed. Additionally, try to keep them in separate rooms for the first few days and let them smell each other under the door so they can adjust to each other's smell. When your dog behaves around your cat, give it praise and a small treat to reinforce its good behavior. You should also provide your cat a place where it can be out of the dog's reach, like a cat tree or window perch.
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Prepare for the introduction. Whether you are bringing a new cat or dog into a home that already has a cat or dog or you are trying to make your existing pets get along better, you need to create a good foundation to build on. To begin with, make sure that your home has ample space for the two pets to have some space away from each other. You will need to keep the pets separated for several days, so multiple rooms in your home are necessary. Also, make sure that the dog will follow your commands. You will want to refresh its obedience training if it does not heed your directions well. Don't let the first encounter your cat has with your dog be a bad one because of an overzealous and aggressive pup. If you are introducing a new dog to your home or you have a young puppy that doesn't know its commands yet, then you need to be more cautious when introducing it to a cat. Go slow. Do NOT just let your dog chase your cat around. Keep the pets separate at first, waiting 3 or 4 days before actually introducing the animals face to face. Animals need time to get to know each other's smells and to get to know new homes before they can deal with getting to know another animal. Cats and dogs are much more likely to fight or be unhappy if you try to force them together suddenly. Keep them in separate rooms and out of sight of one another until they are both calm. Begin mixing the animals smells by stroking the cat then stroking the dog and vice versa (with pets in separate rooms). Alternate the rooms you keep the animals in. This is so they can sniff where each other has been without the other animal being present. Smells are a very important way that animals get to know each other. Let your animals get to know the other's smell before they actually get to know them face to face. Try rubbing a towel on your dog and then putting the towel under your cat's bowl. This will help your cat get used to the dogs smell and accept it. Let the cat and dog smell each other under the door dividing them. This will help them associate the new smells they are smelling with a specific animal, even if they can't actually see it. Try feeding the cat and dog on separate sides of the same door. This will force them to adjust to the smell of the other animal. Wait to introduce your cat and dog until the cat seems relaxed and ready. If the cat is frightened and runs and hides whenever the dog gets near the door to their room, you need to give the cat more time. When the cat is adjusted to the smell and sounds of the dog, it may be time to let them see each other. Hold your cat in your arms until it is calm and relaxed. Then ask a family member or friend to slowly bring your dog on a leash into the room. Gradually bring the dog closer in small steps, waiting for your cat and dog to both settle down as each step of the way before getting closer. Do not let the animals make physical contact with each other, just get them used to the presence of the other. Be sure to hold the cat only if it is happy to be held. Wear long sleeves to protect your arms from scratches. Another option is to have the cat in a crate while you bring the dog in on a leash. This will guarantee that there is no physical contact between them when they first meet. Show your pets equal amounts of love as you introduce them to each other. Animals, like people, get jealous when 'the new kid' gets more attention than them. Show both of your pets that they are loved by you and that the other animal is not feared by you. Separate your pets once again. Don't force them to interact for too long, this will just exhaust them, which can lead to conflict. Make sure the first meeting is a good one by keeping it brief and pleasant. Gradually increase the lengths of these sessions. Continue to have your dog and cat interact until they are relaxed in each other's presence. Once the cat seems comfortable enough, keep the dog on a leash but let the cat go loose in the room. After several weeks of this, your dog should be trained not to go after the cat, as so you can let the dog off the leash as well. You can also use pheromones, available through your veterinarian, to help both animals stay calm and relaxed. Ask your veterinarian if he or she thinks that the use of synthetic hormones could help your pets during their adjustment period. Separate your pets when you are not home or with them. You should do this for quite awhile so that your cat and dog do not injure each other. Redirect negative behaviors that your dog directs at your cat. This includes rough play and barking. Give your pup another activity or do some obedience training with it instead of letting it focus on the cat. Try to avoid scolding your dog in this circumstance. Keep the situation positive and your dog is more likely to have positive associations with the cat in the future. Reward and praise your dog for good behavior around the cat. This can include friendly behavior or simply ignoring the cat. Make it so that when the cat comes into the room it's enjoyable for your dog to treat the cat well, not to be aggressive or too attentive to it. Say, "Oh, look, Puppy, Kitty's here! Yay!" and sound very happy. Then give the dog a small training treat. Your dog will soon learn to associate pleasant feelings with the cat. Provide your cat with a place where it can always get out of reach of your dog. This can include a cat tree or a baby gate across a doorway, whatever allows your cat to escape. Cats will generally attack a dog only when backed into a corner with no way to avoid the dog. Have realistic expectations. If your dog or your cat has never lived with another animal before, it will not immediately know how to deal with the situation. In addition, you will not know until they are introduced whether your dog will see the cat as play, prey, or a curiosity and you will not know whether your cat will see your dog as a curiosity or a threat. Understanding that you may have a long period of acclimation between the two will help you to persevere with the process of making them get along.
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Prepare for the introduction. Go slow. Alternate the rooms you keep the animals in. Let the cat and dog smell each other under the door dividing them. Wait to introduce your cat and dog until the cat seems relaxed and ready. Hold your cat in your arms until it is calm and relaxed. Show your pets equal amounts of love as you introduce them to each other. Separate your pets once again. Continue to have your dog and cat interact until they are relaxed in each other's presence. Separate your pets when you are not home or with them. Redirect negative behaviors that your dog directs at your cat. Reward and praise your dog for good behavior around the cat. Provide your cat with a place where it can always get out of reach of your dog. Have realistic expectations.
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How to Deal With Bad Neighbours
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Dealing with bad neighbors is never fun, but if you're polite and civil with them, they'll be more likely to cooperate. Try asking them nicely to stop doing whatever's bothering you. For example, if they're always playing music late at night, say something like, “I don't mind you playing music during the evening. I like my music loud too. But could you turn it down after 10 PM so I don't hear it in bed?” It's best to talk to them in person if you can, since letters and notes can be misinterpreted as passive aggressive. Even if your neighbor's being out of line, offer to come to a compromise so they don't think you're being confrontational. Only call your landlord or the police as a last resort, since this will probably annoy them and might make things worse.
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Let the neighbors know what's happening. Your discomfort might be completely obvious to you, but if you haven't told them, chances are your neighbors don't even know they're being a bother. While you're sitting there stewing and getting ready to boil over, they're just going about their daily life. Don't assume that they're being intentionally rude. Just knock on the door, introduce yourself, and let them know what the issue is. Ask nicely, but make your point. Ask for exactly what you want instead of being vague and keeping them guessing. It's not fair to expect them to be able to read your mind and know your limits – you need to tell them what you want. Be willing to compromise. While you might be happy to never again have to hear the teenage son practicing tuba, it's probably not practical to ask your neighbors to soundproof their garage. Use a complaint that they'll be more sympathetic to, such as the noise keeping you up after your bedtime. You'll have more success if you approach the neighbors with a problem and a willingness to talk about possible solutions, instead of charging in and demanding specific behavior. Only communicate in writing when necessary. If you have difficulty reaching your neighbors, you can leave a note or email expressing your wishes. However, this can be risky, because the notes are easily misinterpreted as passive-aggressive messages. That said, if you can't get hold of your neighbors in person, sometimes leaving a note is the best option. Most people will feel a little embarrassed and immediately change their behavior to accommodate you. Make sure the note is friendly in tone. Tell your neighbor that you'd like to find a solution that works for everyone. If you're comfortable putting your phone number in the note and encouraging your neighbor to call you, do so. That way if your neighbor has any questions you can get them cleared up right away. Pick your battles. Don't give your neighbors a laundry list of problems you want them to address – it won't go over well. Figure out what you can live with and what must change, and only present your neighbors with problems that are driving you crazy. Once the main issues are solved, you can get to the smaller matters at a later date, or learn to live with them. Remember that what's most annoying for you isn't necessarily the easiest for them to change. If they've explained that the problem is difficult to fix, consider asking for something easier instead. Offer to help out. Depending on what you're asking your neighbors to do, they might be more amenable if you offer to help them make it happen. For example, if you like a nice, neat yard and are tired of seeing their unkempt weeds all summer long, you could offer to help them get the yard back in shape. Even if the problem isn't something you can fix yourself, helping out can give the neighbors time or inclination to respond to your request. For example, if the neighbors can't fix their broken engine muffler because they use their car all day, offer to drive them between the mechanic and their workplace, or to run some errands for them while the car is being repaired. Don't offer to give money or hire someone. Many people bristle at the suggestion that they can't afford to fix their own problems. Follow up either way. Give the neighbors a reasonable amount of time to fix the problem, perhaps a few days for minor tasks, or longer if you're asking for something time-consuming like fixing up their house's appearance. If they still haven't made an effort, return for a polite reminder. If they have, thank them or even bring over a small gift of food, and they will be much happier about having to do it. The next time something happens, stop and think about an appropriate response. If the neighbors are still playing loud music every night, it's time for another complaint. If the neighbors have been relatively quiet for weeks and are now throwing a birthday party, put in earplugs and give them once a year to be loud. Keep lines of communication open afterward, even if it's just a wave and a hello. If you're a forgettable presence that shows up only when there's a problem, your neighbors won't be as inclined to listen to you. Get help from other neighbors. This is a good step to take if the "bad" neighbors show no signs of changing. If an issue is affecting you, chances are it's affecting everyone on the block or in the building. Talk with your other neighbors to find out if they're willing to sign a letter addressed to the neighbors at fault. There is strength in numbers, and being approached by an entire group instead of a single person could be what it takes to get the bad neighbors to change. This doesn't mean you and your neighbors should storm the bad neighbors' house or apartment – that could get out of hand and make the neighbor feel threatened. Even a group email can feel "us vs them." Behave in a neighborly way yourself. Make sure you aren't doing anything that could be getting on other people's nerves before you bring up the problem. Especially if there's bad blood between you already, you don't want to make the problem worse by appearing hypocritical or insensitive. Make sure you're not picking them out, either. If you don't want them to play music at 3 AM, your old friends Ken and Janet next door shouldn't be able to do the same thing. Give your neighbors warning in advance. If you are planning a late night event, won't be able to keep up with the yard work for a while, or anticipate any other issues that could bother your neighbors, let them know. Have a quick conversation about it and give them your phone number to call if there are any issues. It's amazing what changes from "intolerable" to "no problem" if you just take the time to communicate. Give your neighbors the benefit of the doubt. Just like everyone, your neighbors have problems in their life, even if they aren't obvious to you. Your neighbor may find it difficult to take the time out of their life to acknowledge and handle another person's problems. Don't fall into the same trap. Get to know them better. Is your neighbor nameless and faceless, or do you actually know each other? It's a lot harder to care about someone you've never met, and resentment can build quickly when neighbors don't bother forming a relationship with each other. The best way to get what you want – some peace and quiet on the weekends, for example – might be to forge a relationship with your neighbor so you understand each other better and are more willing to be considerate. You don't have to end up as best friends, but seeing each other as people is a good start to increased neighborliness. Why not invite your neighbors over for a meal? Ask them to come over when you're having a summer cookout, or invite them for pancakes on a Saturday morning. Get to know each other before you make any requests. If inviting them into your space is a bit much, you could take over a bottle of wine or some home-baked cookies and introduce yourself. Improve the neighborhood. If you really want to repair relations with your neighbors, start planting flowers on a deserted lot, petitioning the local government about safety issues on your street, or organize a trash pickup. Reach out to all your neighbors and give them the opportunity to feel included in the project. Use these only as a last resort. These are drastic measures that are likely to take a long time to work, and make relations with your neighbors even worse. They are only suitable for neighbors who have been actively hostile toward you, or who have a pattern of sustained rude behavior, complete unwillingness to change it when asked, and even then only if the behavior has seriously affected you. You're going to have to live next to these people for a while; think carefully before you turn a disagreement into a feud. Document the problem you're facing, if it violates local law or leases. If you tried asking nicely and your neighbors weren't responsive, it's time to take more drastic measures. Begin by documenting the problem so that you can back yourself up if you have to involve the authorities. Take pictures of property damage, take video of parties that spill into your yard after midnight, save emails and notes, and so on. Basically, gather proof that your neighbors are trespassing or otherwise engaged in illegal activity. You may wish to inform your neighbors that you're doing this. When they know you're hard on their trail, that may be the motivation they need to quit pulling those stunts. Consider calling the landlord. If you live in an apartment building, it may time to get the landlord involved. Call the landlord and explain how your neighbor is disturbing the peace in your living space. Depending on the infraction, the landlord might decide that he or she has grounds to evict the bad neighbors. At the very least, the landlord should discuss the issue with the bad neighbors so you don't have to keep complaining. Use your best judgement on this one based on previous interactions with the landlord; some landlords hate having to deal with their tenants' disputes, and may get irritated at you for calling. Find out whether they're breaking the law. If the bad neighbors still won't change, figure out what legal action is available to you. Get familiar with your local laws and determine whether your neighbor is breaking any. If your neighbor is in violation of any laws, you might be able to take action. Look up laws on the following: Trespassing Property destruction Noise violations Barking laws Laws regarding property maintenance Call the police or another authority. This and the remaining steps below fall into "last resorts" territory. Your relationship with your neighbors will likely never be repaired if you take this step. Getting the police involved is one way to shock your neighbors into changing, but don't use them as your personal dispute mediators. If the issue is loud music, call the non-emergency police number. For unkempt yards, call the Homeowners Association (where applicable) or the city nuisance abatement officer. Most cities have nuisance abatement, or code enforcement officers, who are responsible for maintaining code compliance. Inform the neighbors you're considering legal action. Once you've determined that the neighbors are indeed breaking a law, and you've collected some evidence to prove it, let them know that you plan to take legal action. You don't have to give details – just tell them that you're planning to take this to the next level unless you can reach a compromise. They probably won't want to get tangled up in legal issues, so just telling them that you're prepared to sue may make them decide to change. Talk to a lawyer about your options. If you're willing to put your money where your mouth is, call a lawyer and figure out what you can do. You must decide whether solving the problem is worth the headache of legal fees and open contention with your neighbors. If you're set on getting this matter settled legally, work with your lawyer to file a lawsuit and potentially bring your neighbors to small claims court. If nothing else, you may be able to work out with your landlord to get out of your lease without breaking it illegally. If you've alerted him to the situation and he's done nothing about it, it certainly doesn't make him look good, so he may let you go – especially if you're going to get a lawyer involved. Consider this compromise instead of getting dragged into hours of court time and court fees that even you probably don't want to deal with.
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Let the neighbors know what's happening. Only communicate in writing when necessary. Pick your battles. Offer to help out. Follow up either way. Get help from other neighbors. Behave in a neighborly way yourself. Give your neighbors warning in advance. Give your neighbors the benefit of the doubt. Get to know them better. Improve the neighborhood. Use these only as a last resort. Document the problem you're facing, if it violates local law or leases. Consider calling the landlord. Find out whether they're breaking the law. Call the police or another authority. Inform the neighbors you're considering legal action. Talk to a lawyer about your options.
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How to Draw a Grizzly Bear
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To draw a grizzly bear, start by drawing a large horizontal oval, a smaller vertical oval to the left of the horizontal oval, and a circle that's slightly overlapping the bigger oval. Then, connect the tops of each shape to make the neck and back, and draw a snout coming off the vertical oval. Next, draw 2 legs coming off the horizontal oval and 2 legs coming off the bottom of the neck. Once you're done with the legs, add the ears, mouth, eyes, and nose. Finally, draw in the feet and toes and erase all of the guidelines that you started with.
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Draw a large horizontal oval with a smaller vertical oval to the left of it. The horizontal oval will be the outline for the grizzly bear's body, and the vertical oval will be the outline for the head. The space between the ovals should be equal to the diameter of the smaller oval. The large horizontal oval should be slightly taller than the smaller vertical oval. Draw a circle that’s slightly overlapping the big oval. The circle will be the raised part of the grizzly bear's back. Position the circle so a slim portion of the bottom right section of the circle is overlapping with the top left section of the big oval. Make the circle about half as tall as the big oval, but the top should still be higher up on the page than the top of the big oval. The circle shouldn't be touching the small vertical oval. Connect the top of the circle to each oval with an upward curving line. Starting at the top of the vertical oval, draw an upward curving line that ends at the top left section of the circle. Then, move your pencil to the top of the horizontal oval and do the same thing, this time ending on the top right section of the circle. Draw an outline of the snout coming off the vertical oval. With your pencil at the top of the vertical oval, draw a downward curving line through the oval toward the center-left side. When you're about to reach the side of the oval, stop. Next, from that point, draw a straight line through the side of the oval, continuing with the same angle you drew the curved line at. Once the straight line is nearly the same length as the curved line, draw a short line downward in the opposite direction to make the tip of the snout. Draw the outline of the bottom of the neck coming off the vertical oval. Start with your pencil at the lower right side of the vertical oval. Then, draw a horizontal, upward curving line that ends halfway between the vertical oval and the horizontal oval. The end of the curved line should be slightly higher on the page than the point you started at. Draw 4 guidelines for the legs. For each guideline, draw a narrow “S” shape with a downward horizontal curve at the bottom, like the end of each “S” has a hook or claw. Place 2 guidelines on the big oval—one extending down from the center of the oval and one extending off the bottom right side of the oval at an angle. Then, have the other 2 guidelines extend down off of the outline of the bottom of the neck. Draw the back sides of the legs. For the back sides of the legs, draw vertical curved lines with tiny vertical curved lines at the ends. Start with the back leg, or the leg furthest to the right, and have the back side of the leg extending down off of the right side of the big oval. Then, for the next leg to the left, have the back side of the leg extending off the front of the leg behind it. For the next leg over, have the back side of the leg extend down off of the lower left side of the big oval. Finally, for the leg furthest to the left, have the back side of the leg extend down off of the leg next to it. Add the ears and mouth. To draw the ears, start by drawing an upside-down “U” shape that overlaps with the top right section of the vertical oval. Then, starting at the top left side of the vertical oval, draw another upside-down “U” shape that ends at the top of the vertical oval. To draw the mouth, start with your pencil at the end of the snout and draw an upward curving line toward and through the vertical oval. Then, starting slightly to the left of the bottom of the vertical oval, draw a horizontal, upward curving line that ends just before the tip of the snout. Draw the feet and toes. First, draw a short, downward curving line below each downward curving line at the ends of the leg guidelines. The lines should be parallel with the curve above them. Next, draw a straight line between the end of the downward curve and the end of the tiny vertical curve on the back side of the leg to make the bottom of the foot, repeating with each leg. Finally, draw a line between the ends of the two downward curving lines at the front of each foot to make the toes. When you're finished, each leg should have 2 toes. Add the eyes and nose. To make the eyes, start by drawing a vertical curved line from the center-left side of the vertical oval to the top left section of the oval, slightly below the ear. Then, draw a small circle to the right of the point you started at to make the first eye. Finally, draw another small circle to the right and slightly down from the first one so it falls along the same vertical path as the ear that's furthest to the left. To make the nose, draw a downward vertical line from the tip of the snout to the mouth. Then, draw 2 small circles inside the nose and shade them in to make the nostrils. Erase any unnecessary guidelines. Once you erase the 2 ovals and the circle that you drew at the beginning, your drawing is finished! Be careful when you're erasing the guidelines so you don't accidentally erase other parts of your drawing. You may want to trace over the lines you want to keep with a pen or marker beforehand so you don't erase them. You can leave your drawing as is, or you can shade it in and add fur to make it look more realistic. Draw 2 small circles and shade them in to make the eyes. Position the eyes toward the top of your page since the cartoon bear you'll be drawing will be standing up. The grizzly bear's face is going to be tilted, so draw the right eye slightly higher up on the page than the left eye. Make the space between the eyes about 3 times the diameter of one eye. Draw a narrow oval under the eyes for the nose and shade it in. Since the grizzly bear's face is going to be titled, position the nose so it's centered under the right eye, and draw it so it's angled slightly upward. Make the oval about 2 times as wide as the circles. The space between the right eye and the oval should be about the diameter of one of the eyes. Don't worry about making the placement or size of the nose perfect. It doesn't need to be exact. Draw the right cheek to the side of the eyes and nose. Starting with your pencil slightly to the right of the right eye, draw a line that curves outward around the right side of the nose and then back in toward where the chin will go. The starting and end point of the line should nearly fall along the same vertical path, although the bottom end point will be slightly to the right. Add the mouth underneath the eyes and nose. With your pencil below the left eye and on the same horizontal path as the bottom of the nose, draw a horizontal, upward curve that ends underneath the center of the nose. Then, bring your pencil back to the point you started at and draw a downward curving line that looks like a “C” shape, making it about half as long as the first curved line you drew. Repeat on the other side of the mouth, but make that curved line shorter and facing in the opposite direction. Finally, connect the ends of the 2 downward curving lines with a horizontal, upward curving line. Draw the teeth and tongue inside of the mouth. To make the teeth, start with your pencil at the top left side of the mouth. Then, draw a short half circle to the right. Repeat this 2 more times down the top of the mouth so you have 3 teeth. To make the tongue, start by placing your pencil at the bottom left side of the mouth. Next, draw a large half circle to the right that's about as long as the first 2 teeth at the top of the mouth. Draw the ears and top of the head around the face. First, place your pencil at the top end of the cheek. Then, draw a horizontal, downward curving line to the left that goes up and over the eyes. From that point, draw a round, circular curve, like a circle with a gap at the bottom right side, to make the first ear. Next, bring your pencil to the top of the head so it's along the same vertical path as the left eye and draw a half circle that ends to the right, which will be the second ear. When you're finished, there should be 2 rounded ears and on top of the cartoon grizzly bear's head. Draw a large, vertical oval coming down off the head to make the body. Starting at the bottom left side of the left-most ear, draw a long, vertical line that curves outward and then back in as you reach the bottom of the body. Make the line about 3 times as long as the height of the head. Next, with your pencil at the bottom end of the cheek, draw another vertical curved line, curving in the opposite direction as the first one you drew, that ends along the same horizontal path as the first curved line. Don't actually connect the points at the bottom of the oval. Instead, leave a gap for the legs. Draw the front leg and foot in the gap at the bottom of the oval. Starting with your pencil at the bottom point of the left curved line, draw a short, slightly-curved, vertical line that extends down. Then, from that point, draw a horizontal, upward curve extending to the right that ends along the same vertical path as the right-most ear. Next, draw a short, vertical curved line, and then draw a taller, narrow vertical curved line that ends at the bottom of the body. Finally, draw 2 short, curved lines coming up off the bottom of the foot to make the toes. Draw the back leg to the right of the front leg. First, place your pencil on the bottom right side of the body. Then, draw a vertical curved line extending down off the body that ends slightly above the horizontal path that the top of the front foot falls on. Next, draw a shorter, rounder vertical curved line extending down off of that point to make the toes. Finally, draw a horizontal, upward curving line from that point to the right side of the front toes. Don't worry about drawing the individual toes on this foot. They're hidden on the other side of the cartoon grizzly bear's body. Draw an arm toward the left side of the body. To draw the arm, start by placing your pencil two-thirds up the body, slightly to the right of the left outer edge. Then, draw a vertical curved line that's almost parallel to the left side of the body, having it curve in toward the right as you reach the end. Make the line about one-third the height of the cartoon grizzly bear. Next, draw a short, upward curving line to round out the hand. Then, from that point, draw a vertical curved line extending upward to make the other side of the arm. Finally, draw 2 short, vertical lines extending up from the bottom of the arm to finish the hand. Color in the bear to finish your drawing. Start by coloring in the body, arm, face, and legs with a brown colored pencil, marker, or crayon. Then, color in the tongue with pink and the rest of the mouth with a darker shade of red or purple. Leave the teeth in the mouth white. Grizzly bears are usually brown, but you can fill in your cartoon bear using any color you like!
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Draw a large horizontal oval with a smaller vertical oval to the left of it. Draw a circle that’s slightly overlapping the big oval. Connect the top of the circle to each oval with an upward curving line. Draw an outline of the snout coming off the vertical oval. Draw the outline of the bottom of the neck coming off the vertical oval. Draw 4 guidelines for the legs. Draw the back sides of the legs. Add the ears and mouth. Draw the feet and toes. Add the eyes and nose. Erase any unnecessary guidelines. Draw 2 small circles and shade them in to make the eyes. Draw a narrow oval under the eyes for the nose and shade it in. Draw the right cheek to the side of the eyes and nose. Add the mouth underneath the eyes and nose. Draw the teeth and tongue inside of the mouth. Draw the ears and top of the head around the face. Draw a large, vertical oval coming down off the head to make the body. Draw the front leg and foot in the gap at the bottom of the oval. Draw the back leg to the right of the front leg. Draw an arm toward the left side of the body. Color in the bear to finish your drawing.
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How to Find the Equation of a Line
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To find the equation of a line using 2 points, start by finding the slope of the line by plugging the 2 sets of coordinates into the formula for slope. Then, plug the slope into the slope-intercept formula, or y = mx + b, where "m" is the slope and "x" and "y" are one set of coordinates on the line. Next, solve the formula to find the value of "b," which is the y-intercept. Finally, plug the slope and y-intercept into the slope-intercept formula to finish the equation of the line.
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Plug the slope in for m in the formula y-y1 = m(x-x1). This is known as the point-slope formula. The point-slope formula uses the slope and the coordinates of a point along the line to find the y-intercept. Use the slope in place of m in y-y 1 = m (x-x 1 ). For example, if you know the slope of the line is 2, then your formula will look like this: y-y 1 = 2(x-x 1 ). Replace x1 and y1 with the coordinates of the point. Use the coordinates you're given as (x 1 , y 1 ). Put the numbers in the corresponding spot on your formula before you start solving the equation. Solve the formula for y to get the final slope-intercept formula. Follow the mathematical order of operations and the distributive property to remove the x-term from parenthesis. In our example, first you'd use the distributive property to get y-3=2x-8. Then, add 3 to each side so y is by itself. The final equation for a line in slope-intercept form with a slope of 2 that contains the point (4, 3) is y = 2x-5. Find the slope using m = (y2-y1)/(x2-x1). The ordered pairs of the coordinates you have are listed as (x, y). Use the first set of coordinates as (x 1 , y 1 ) and the second set as (x 2 , y 2 ). Plug the numbers into the formula m = (y 2 -y 1 )/(x 2 -x 1 ) and solve for m. Replace the m in the slope-intercept formula with the slope you found. The slope-intercept formula of a line is written as y = m x+b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept (the point on the y-axis where the line crosses it). Plug the number you found for your slope in place of m. In our example, the formula would read y = 1x+b or y = x+b when you replace the slope value. Substitute x and y for one of the points you know to solve for the y-intercept. Pick one of the ordered pairs to put into the slope-intercept formula. Put the x-value in place of x and the y-value in place of y. In this example, if you chose (3, 8) as your coordinates, then the formula would read 8 = 1(3)+b. Solve the equation for b. Once you plug the x- and y-values as well as your slope into the formula, find the value of b in the equation. Follow the order of operations first before moving the rest of the numbers to the other side. Leave b on one side of the equation to solve it. In our example, the formula currently reads 8 = 1(3)+b. Multiply 1 and 3 together to get 8 = 3+b. Since 3 is a positive number, subtract 3 from each side to isolate b. This leaves you with 5 = b, or b = 5. Plug in the slope and y-intercept into the slope-intercept formula to finish the equation. Once you're finished, plug in the slope for m and the y-intercept for b. After that, you've found the equation for the line. For example, the equation for the line with points on (3, 8) and (7, 12) is y = 1x+5 or simply y = x+5.
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Plug the slope in for m in the formula y-y1 = m(x-x1). Replace x1 and y1 with the coordinates of the point. Solve the formula for y to get the final slope-intercept formula. Find the slope using m = (y2-y1)/(x2-x1). Replace the m in the slope-intercept formula with the slope you found. Substitute x and y for one of the points you know to solve for the y-intercept. Solve the equation for b. Plug in the slope and y-intercept into the slope-intercept formula to finish the equation.
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How to Obtain Your FBI File
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If you want to view your FBI file, you can request it through either a Freedom of Information Act Request or a Privacy Act Request. A Freedom of Information Act Request requires that you write a detailed letter specifying the information you desire. To make a Privacy Act Request, you can choose to either complete a Certification of Identity Form or write a letter. Then, send the form or letter to the FBI via mail, fax, or email. If your request is denied, you have the option to write a letter of appeal to send to the Department of Justice.
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Draft a FOIA request. When requesting your personal FBI records through the Freedom of Information Act, you must draft a detailed letter specifically requesting the information that you desire and any information that can help the FBI identify the records. This letter should include the following: Date Address: Record/Information Dissemination Section
Attn: FOIPA Request
170 Marcel Drive
Winchester, VA 22602-4843 Identifying the request as under the Freedom of Information Act. Date range of the request. You can make the request from your date of birth to the present. Description of the request. Request copies of all information, including but not limited to files, correspondence, reports, surveillance or any other records concerning you. Provide information to assist in the search. You should give your name, date of birth, social security number, place of birth and the first and last names of your parents, any aliases that you use, and former addresses. Description of the scope of search, including the FBI's indices, including manual indices, as well as all Field Offices. Indicate a dollar amount that you are willing to pay for processing the request. State that you are seeking the information for personal use and not for commercial use. Provide your name, address, phone number and email address. You can view a sample letter at: https://www.fbi.gov/foia/sample-fbi-foia-request-letter Submit your request. Since you are requesting FBI records for a living person, you must submit your request either by mail, fax or e-mail. You can mail your letter to: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Attn: FOI/PA Request, Record/Information Dissemination Section, 170 Marcel Drive, Winchester, VA 22602-4843. You can fax your request to: (540) 868-4391/4997 You can email a PDF of your request to: [email protected]. In addition to the PDF, you should put your request in the body of the email. Check the status of the request. You can check the status of your request my calling FOIA's Public Information Officer at (540) 868-4593. If you have a FOIA request number, you can also check your request status online at: http://vault.fbi.gov/fdps-1/@@search-fdps. Wait to be contacted. If you have an extremely large file, your may be contacted by a negotiator to help narrow down the search parameters. Once the search is complete, you will receive a letter explaining any exemptions that were used to justify not sending you certain records, as well as a copy of the records that were not exempted. The letter will also indicate the number of pages that were reviewed and the number of pages that were released to you. Complete Certification of Identify Form. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) provides the Certification of Identify Form as a way for an individual to request all records in the U.S. Department of Justice system related to him or herself. Complete the fillable form by typing in all requested information. You can save the completed form as a PDF or print the completed form. Draft a letter request, in the alternative. If you prefer to draft a letter request instead of using the Certification of Identify Form, the DOJ will also accept a letter. You letter must include the following information: The full name of the requestor. Your citizenship status and social security number. Your current address. Your date of birth and place of birth. You must also include the following oath: I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the United States of America that the foregoing is true and correct, and that I am the person named above, and I understand that any falsification of this statement is punishable under the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 by a fine of not more than $10,000 or by imprisonment of not more than five years or both, and that requesting or obtaining any record(s) under false pretenses is punishable under the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552a(i)(3) by a fine of not more than $5,000. You must print your name, sign, and date the document. Submit the form or letter. You can submit your form or letter via mail, fax or email. You can mail your letter to: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Attn: FOI/PA Request, Record Information Dissemination Section, 170 Marcel Drive
Winchester, VA 22602-4843. You can fax your letter to: (540) 868-4391/4997 You can email a scanned copy of your signed letter or signed form to: [email protected]. Wait for response. The FBI processing center will send you a letter that includes your requested materials and if applicable, a list of reasons (exemptions) justifying why certain materials were not released to you. You can check the status of your request by calling (540) 868-4593, or if you have a FOIA request number, you can check the status of your request online at: https://vault.fbi.gov/fdps-1/@@search-fdps. Review the DOJ’s letter. If you are unsatisfied with the DOJ's response to either your FOIA or Privacy Act requests, you can file an administrative appeal. One reason you may be dissatisfied is if the DOJ did not release all of the records to you but instead held them back and cited an exemption. The DOJ's describes their exemptions as follows: Classified national defense and foreign relations information; Internal agency personnel rules and practices; Information that is prohibited from disclosure by another federal law; Trade secrets and other confidential or privileged commercial or financial information; Inter-agency or intra-agency communications that are protected by legal privileges; Information involving matters of personal privacy; Records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes, to the extent that the production of those records: could reasonably be expected to interfere with enforcement proceedings; would deprive a person of a right to a fair trial or an impartial adjudication; could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy; could reasonably be expected to disclose the identity of and/or information provided by a confidential source; would disclose techniques and procedures for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions; or could reasonably be expected to endanger the life or physical safety of any individual; information relating to the supervision of financial institutions; and geological information on wells. Draft your appeal. Your appeal must be a persuasive argument setting forth the reasons for your appeal, and why the DOJ was incorrect in making its determination. Specifically, your letter should include the following: Address of the Agency to whom you are submitting your appeal: Freedom of Information Appeal
Office of Information Policy
U.S. Department of Justice
Suite 11050
1425 New York Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20530-0001 Subject line that states: FOIA Appeal and/or Privacy Act Request Appeal The date that you made the request, to whom you submitted the request and a brief description of what you requested. State that the reason why the agency denied your request (whatever exemptions the agency cited). Provide a brief argument as why the agency was incorrect. You should provide specific arguments for each exemption cited. You can find guidance on the exemptions and policy reasons to release the information in the Federal Open Government Guide located at: www.rcfp.org/fogg/index.php?i=ex1. Restate that you are requesting the information for personal use and the information is about you. Sign and date the letter. You can find sample appeal letters and an appeal letter template at: http://www.rcfp.org/federal-foia-appeals-guide/sample-appeal-letters-and-templates. Submit your appeal. You can mail a hard copy of your appeal to: Freedom of Information Appeal
Office of Information Policy
U.S. Department of Justice
Suite 11050
1425 New York Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20530-0001. You must submit your appeal within 60 days of the date of the letter you received releasing your information to you. Wait for a decision. You will receive a letter with the agency's decision about your appeal. If they agree with you, they may send you the documents or raise additional exemptions or concerns. If they deny your appeal, you cannot appeal any further. If you are still dissatisfied with the agency's decision, you could consider filing a lawsuit and having a judge decide on the issues. This could be a costly and time-consuming process and you should contact an attorney experienced in handling FOIA disputes.
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Draft a FOIA request. Submit your request. Check the status of the request. Wait to be contacted. Complete Certification of Identify Form. Draft a letter request, in the alternative. Submit the form or letter. Wait for response. Review the DOJ’s letter. Draft your appeal. Submit your appeal. Wait for a decision.
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How to Ask a Guy to Prom
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To ask a guy to prom, first make sure he doesn't already have a date by asking his friends. If he doesn't already have a date, wait until he's alone to ask the question. If you want to come up with a fun, creative way to ask him, think about what he's into. For example, if he likes basketball, write “Prom?” on a ball and bounce it towards him. Alternatively, if you're hanging out together, you can secretly call a pizza place and ask them to spell out “Prom?” in pepperoni or vegetables. Or, you could write him a cute letter, telling him what you like about him and inviting him to prom.
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Leave him a fake parking ticket. If your guy is a prankster, get him back with this cute trick! You can either design your own "ticket" or print one out from the internet. Write the question on the slip of paper and then leave it for him on his windshield. He'll go from feeling confusion and anger to having a big smile spread on his face when he sees that you got him good. Remember that it doesn't have to look too convincing -- just seeing an envelope with a piece of paper in it on his windshield will be enough for him to think it's legit. Paint it on with car marker. Get some car markers that can easily be washed off and invite your crush to prom on his back windshield. If you're feeling artistic, then you can draw something to accompany your message. Think of something that relates to his interests, such as football, soccer, a musical interment, or a cartoon character. You may not want to take up his entire back windshield -- make sure he can still see when he drives. If you really want to do it up, you can even tape some balloons to his car. Get crafty with post-its. Not every guy has a car, right? You can find lots of other places to stick the post it, from his locker to one of his textbooks. Just make sure it's in a place where he will definitely see it and that it won't blow off. You can even go fancy and spell out "Will you go to prom with me?" or just "Prom?" by writing just one letter on each post-it. This option is a little bit less risky, since post-its are easier to remove. Take into account how well you know the guy and gauge which method would be more appropriate. Give him a pizza your heart. The next time the two of you hanging out watching movies or playing video games, suggest ordering delivery pizza. Make the phone call yourself (discreetly) and ask the restaurant to spell out "prom?" in pepperoni or veggies. Remember to make sure he opens the box first! You can also get a friend to "deliver" the pizza for you, or you can even have it delivered to his house when you're not there. You may want to consider calling and ordering the pizza beforehand so that he doesn't overhear anything. Spell it out in sushi. Invite him out to a sushi dinner and ask the chef to arrange the sushi so that it spells out "prom?" Again, you will need to either call the restaurant beforehand or sneak over and talk to the waitress when your date isn't looking so that he will be surprised! Alternatively, you can invite him over for sushi and arrange the pieces on a dish yourself. Though handling fish with your bare hands may not be the most alluring thing in the world, he'll be impressed by your creativity. Ask your teammates for help. If you are on a sports team or a member of a club at school, ask a few of your teammates to pose next to each other with the letters "p" "r" o" "m" and "?" spelled out on their t-shirts, swim caps, shorts, or whatever is applicable. How can he say no to a photo of five smiling, beautiful faces? You can also take a photo of your friends dressed this way and send it to him, if it's too hard to orchestrate this live. Send a cat picture. Everybody loves cat pictures; that's just science. Write "will you go to prom with me?" on a notecard and tie it around your (or a friend's) cat's neck. Snap a picture and send it his way! If he's a dog-lover, do the same thing with a canine friend instead. If you really want to do it up and you have a dog, you can take a walk by your crush's house with a note saying "Prom?" attached to your dog's collar and have the dog go up to him. This can be a little hard to pull off, but if you do it right, you can get major bonus points for cuteness and style! Snapchat it. Okay, this is definitely the less romantic route, but if your guy has a sense of humor (which he hopefully does!) snapping a goofy prom invitation will definitely win him over. Take a picture of yourself either wearing or doing something silly, and write "will you go to prom with me?" in the text line. Use the drawing feature to decorate the picture and make it more interesting. Sing it to him. If you play an instrument and/or sing, then write a little jingle that incorporates lyrics asking him to prom. This will not only get the message across in a thoughtful way, it will also remind him of your musical abilities, which will be sure to win his heart. You can either play it for him in private, or if you are feeling daring, do it in front of the whole school at the next assembly or football game! Just know that, if you do it in public, you'll be putting the pressure on both him and yourself. Use a scantron. Ask your teacher for an extra scantron next time he or she administers a multiple-choice test. Fill in the bubbles to spell out "prom?" and either hand it to him in class or slip it in his locker. You can even hand it to him and say, "You dropped this" or "You forgot your chem test" and then walk away with a smile. Do it the good-old-fashioned way. Sure, there are plenty of creative, funny, artistic ways to ask him out, but there's always the option to just walk up to him in the hallway at school and ask him straight-out. He may even appreciate it more if you just talk to him straight from the heart instead of looking for fancy ways to impress him. This is especially a great move if you're really close to the guy and know each other on a deep level; then, it won't be such a leap to tell him that you want to take him to prom without any fanfare. Remember that if he's going to say yes, he's going to say yes no matter how you do it. If you're running out of time or can't think of any ideas, then ask him now before he agrees to go with somebody else! Ask him on a basketball. If he likes basketball and even often plays outside or after school, then you can write "Prom?" on a cheap basketball in black marker and bounce it in his direction. It may take him a minute to realize that something is written on the ball, but once he does, a big grin will spread on his face. Ask him with tennis balls. Prom, anyone? If your man is more of a tennis player, then you can get a bucket of tennis balls and stick them in a fence to spell out, "Prom?" He'll be impressed that you made such an effort. Ask him in a balloon. Tie a balloon to his locker or his car and write "pop me" on it. He'll pop the balloon and inside, he'll find a note you write asking him to go to prom with you. You may even want to write that he should search for the note inside! Write him a note. The old note approach can never be overdone. Just pass him a note in class, put it in his locker, or have a friend pass it to him in the halls. In the note, you can ask him if he'll go to prom with you and leave a super-big check box for "yes" and a tiny box for "no." If nothing else, the note will make him smile! Also, asking him this way is still cute but a bit more private. Ask him in chalk. Write your question in chalk near his car or in a place where you know he's bound to see it. Just make sure you're not writing anything on private property in the process. Leave him a cute bookmark. Ask him to borrow a textbook or a notebook of his (if you have a class together or something -- otherwise, it may be too obvious). The next day, you can return the book to him with a cute bookmark made of construction paper that asks him to prom. He'll be impressed by how much thought you put into asking your question. This will be an especially good move if you and the guy have been study buddies together in the past. Ask him in candy. Who doesn't love a note left in Tootsie Rolls, M&Ms, or Reese's Pieces? You can also use bite-sized versions of Snickers, Milky Ways, or another piece of his favorite candy. Leave your candy note in a place where he's likely to see it, such as in front of his locker (or taped to it), on the hood of his car, or even his doorstep, if you're feeling bold. Ask him in Legos. Does he have an obsession with Legos? Or is he just the kind of guy who would think it was awesome if you prom-posed in Legos? It won't take long to write out "Prom?" with Legos, and he'll love the gesture. Just find a good place to pose your question, such as his normal seat at lunch. Bake him cookies. What guy doesn't love cookies? Bake him a batch of his favorite cookies and write one letter of "Prom?" on each cookie, so he gets the message. And hey, who says girls have to bake? If that's not your thing, get him a hamburger and ask in the lid. The important thing is that you give him something he loves to eat while racking up some creativity points. Ask him in a foreign language. This works best if you have French, Spanish, or another foreign-language class together. You can write him a note in the language you're studying that asks him to prom. You can hand it to him and be sly, asking, "Hey, do you have any idea what this means? I can't figure it out." He'll be solving a little riddle while translating the message "for you." Obviously, he has to be game for this to work! Write him a letter. When's the last time you wrote -- and even mailed -- a letter? This can be a cute and unique way to ask your guy to prom. If you're too shy about mailing it to his house or don't want to come off as too intense, you can have a friend hand deliver it to him. Be proud of yourself for wanting to ask a guy to prom. So what if what you're doing is considered atypical? You should go for what you want instead of waiting around for the phone to ring. If you know who you want to go to prom with, then you should take the initiative and ask him. The worst that can happen is that he says no and you end up finding another date. The best that can happen is that you impress him with your creativity, your confidence, and just the fact that you're not like a lot of other girls. Be proud of yourself for asking and know that it's worth the risk. Many guys go through the same worries, and it's perfectly natural to be afraid that things may not go your way. Make sure to take the guy's preferences into account. Though a fun, wacky, crazy, or showy prom-posal can be a great way to snag a date, you have to think about where the guy is coming from, too. If he's a really shy guy who keeps to himself, he may not be into a huge prom-posal in front of half the school. This may actually embarrass him and make him feel bad if he doesn't want to go to prom with you. Doing something cute and private may be the better route to take, depending on the guy. When you decide how to make your decision, just make sure you're thinking as much about what you want to do as how he will react. Know what not to do. Though there are no hard and fast rules about what not to do when you ask a guy to prom, there are a few things you should stay away from, if you have any doubts. Here are some things to think about: Ask around subtly, if you can. Make sure the guy hasn't been talking about asking another girl or doesn't have "a thing" with another girl before you ask him. If you do, this can make him feel bad. Don't have your friends ask him for you. Show that you're confident enough to do the asking yourself -- even if your friends help you with the process! Most of all, don't be down in the dumps if things don't turn out the way you planned them to. If you didn't take the initiative to ask the guy, then you would have been in the same place you'd be in if you asked and he said no. This way, you can be at peace with his answer and start your search for the perfect prom date anew.
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Leave him a fake parking ticket. Paint it on with car marker. Get crafty with post-its. Give him a pizza your heart. Spell it out in sushi. Ask your teammates for help. Send a cat picture. Snapchat it. Sing it to him. Use a scantron. Do it the good-old-fashioned way. Ask him on a basketball. Ask him with tennis balls. Ask him in a balloon. Write him a note. Ask him in chalk. Leave him a cute bookmark. Ask him in candy. Ask him in Legos. Bake him cookies. Ask him in a foreign language. Write him a letter. Be proud of yourself for wanting to ask a guy to prom. Make sure to take the guy's preferences into account. Know what not to do.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Deal-With-Your-Child-Being-Expelled-From-School
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How to Deal With Your Child Being Expelled From School
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It can be stressful and confusing when your child gets expelled from school, but you have a few options for getting them back in the classroom. First, you'll want to find out exactly what happened and what the conditions of your child's expulsion are. The school should hold a hearing to allow you to discuss the situation with the school district. Depending on the circumstances, your child may be expelled for a term, year, or forever. Ask if the school will consider letting your child rejoin after they've completed behavioral therapy or an anger management program. If you think the school's decision is unfair, you also have the option of appealing. If there's no chance of your child returning, you can still find them a place at a different public school, an alternative school, or private school. You can also home school them using online programs.
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Remain calm. Whether you've just gotten the news or are about to attend a meeting, remaining calm will help you problem-solve and approach the situation with a clear head. You might instantly take your child's side or feel like their expulsion is a reflection of you. If you get a phone call or have a meeting with the school, do your best to be calm throughout. If you notice you're feeling upset and need to calm down, take some deep breaths. Breathe from your diaphragm and lengthen each of your breaths until you feel more calm and centered. Get all the information. Start by asking both your child and the school district about what happened. Ask who was involved, what happened, and the timeline of events. Get as much information as you can from as many perspectives as possible. Don't be afraid to ask for a meeting or call back later for more information. This is your child's future. There may be differences in the stories depending on who's telling, but get as clear of a picture as you can. Be willing to hear both sides without judgment or interruption. Be gentle. The school deals with your child as a student, but you deal with them as a parent. While an expulsion is a large academic consequence, you may just talk to them about it. An expulsion shouldn't be a holiday for your child. You may want to take away their privileges (like a phone or television) or tighten the reins on their freedoms with friends. Take care of yourself. Your time and attention may be focused on your child during this time, but make sure you're taking care of yourself, too. Have someone to talk to, like a partner, friend, or another parent who understands. Even if they can't solve your problems, it can be helpful to talk about it and what you're going through. Do things for yourself that make you feel supported and taken care of. Take a bath, go on a walk, write in a journal, or listen to calm music. Know your child’s rights. You and your child have the right to know why they are being expelled and what they are accused of. You also have the right to know the evidence collected. Both you and your child have the right to be heard. Some rights may differ by school district. Look on your school district's website or ask a school employee for the school handbook on how to handle these procedures. Talk to a lawyer. You may seek legal counsel regarding your child's expulsion. A juvenile lawyer can familiarize you and your child with your rights and recommend some directions to take. The lawyer can come with you and advise you and your child during the school board hearing. While getting a lawyer is optional, it can help you to familiarize yourself with the process and know what to expect. If you're not sure what to say to the school, a lawyer can step in and talk for you. Bring a lawyer with you to the board hearing and seek fair treatment. Find a lawyer who's worked expulsion cases before. Look online or get a recommendation from someone you trust. Attend the expulsion hearing. Your child's school should give you a date, time, and place of the hearing. You may wish to learn about the process of the hearing and what will happen during it, including who will speak and what will be discussed. You can bring a letter or plan to speak during the hearing. You should be able to review the school records before the hearing. Decide if you are going to appeal the decision. If you feel that the expulsion is unjust and undeserved, appeal it. You always have the right to appeal. However, appeals are very rarely successful. Make sure you have a solid reason why you think this is a misunderstanding or an overstep. Otherwise, dragging out the process can be grueling and not lead to anything beneficial. An appeal would happen at the child's expulsion hearing or shortly after. This process varies by school and may be outlined in the school handbook. Consider your child’s educational needs. Depending on the reason your child was expelled from school, you may want to evaluate your child's educational goals and whether or not the traditional public school system is the right environment to meet them. Also, if your child has any special needs or learning challenges, then you may need to look into other ways to meet your child's educational needs. Explore your next steps for education. If your child is expelled and not welcome to return to the same school, you will need to come up with some options for their education. The school district should give you some suggestions on what to do next, but you can also create a plan on your own. Your options include going to a different public school, attending an alternative school, attending a private school, or homeschooling. Private schools might be boarding schools or day schools. This might include military schools, religious schools, or therapeutic schools. Homeschooling can help kids who are having social problems. If your child got mixed in with a questionable crowd, homeschooling can be a good option. Your child can even complete schooling online. Find more information about online school through your school district or state/territory education website. Online schooling may also be available in your state. Some organizations offer online public school and home schooling, such as the organization K-12. These programs may be teacher-led or self-directed. Follow through with the readmission plan. Some schools allow for re-entry after a child has completed steps to readmission. The plan might include attending anger management or behavior therapy, going to substance abuse treatment, or completing community service. Someone from the school board may check up on the progress of the readmission plan. Once the re-entry plan has been completed, your child may go before the board once again. The board will vote whether your child will be readmitted. Make necessary arrangements to your schedule. You might need to take some time off from work or tell your workplace what's going on. If you feel the need to stay with your child during the expulsion, talk to your boss about the situation and let them know you need some time for your family. It's up to you whether you want to tell them what's going on or not. Say, “My child is having some difficulties and I need some time off.” If you want to be more specific, say, “My child is expelled and needs an adult present until we get something worked out. I need some patience as I sort this out and need a few days.” Get therapy for your child. Your child's extreme behavior might be a wake-up call for you that they need help or intervention. Therapy can help your child build skills and create positive behaviors. Your child might learn mindfulness skills which can help them make better decisions and cope with stress in more effective ways. Therapy shouldn't feel like a punishment to your child or a consequence for their bad behavior. Find a therapist by calling your insurance provider or local mental health clinic. You can also obtain a recommendation from a physician or loved one. You may also consider family therapy. This can help your whole family develop positive coping skills to move forward from what happened, and it can also help your family to adjust to the changes that your child's expulsion may bring. If you have multiple children in your family, then family therapy may also help your child's siblings process their feelings and cope with the changes after your other child was expelled. Work on behaviors at home. This is where your role as a parent comes in, especially if the problems at school were behavioral. Think about what specific problems your child has and how you can help them. Does your child disrespect authority, bully others, or do dangerous activities? Find ways to work on these at home, like with their siblings. While you should be firm with your child, also show empathy and understanding to them. Be calm in your interactions and connect on an emotional level. For example, if your child bullied kids at school and was expelled, watch how they interact with their friends or siblings and don't be afraid to correct bad behavior. Say, “You can't talk to your sister that way. Try again.” Enforce your house rules. Let your child know when their behavior is inappropriate and that they need to make some changes. It might be helpful for you to enforce some new rules in your home or enforce consequences in a different way if what you've been doing hasn't been working. Focus on consequences over punishments so that your child can learn from the experience. Make sure your child knows the rules and consequences when they break a rule. For example, if plans change, have them call you on their phone. If they don't do these things, then you will ground them or take away their computer privileges. Attend a parenting class. Nobody said parenting was easy. If you're struggling to feel respected by your child or enforce rules, a parenting class can help. Often, parenting classes are geared toward a specific age group, such as young children or teens. You might gain some perspective and some new ideas on how to achieve peace, order, and stability for your child. It's okay to admit you don't know how to be a perfect parent. Nobody does. A parenting class can at least give you some new things to try. Find parenting classes online or attend a live class at a local mental health clinic, church, or hospital. Consider residential treatment. Residential treatment is for children and teens who have behavioral or mental health issues that need more attention outside of traditional weekly therapy. Here, your child will get specialized medical and psychological treatment in a safe, structured environment. Treatment lasts from one to several months and often includes the parents and family. While residential treatment isn't a long-term schooling solution for education, children can still get school credits while at residential treatment as they work toward improving their behavior. Your child's physician or therapist may provide recommendations for a treatment center or you can find one online. Look into mentoring programs for your child. Depending on your household composition, your child may need to be exposed to some additional positive and supportive adults. Look into organizations such as Boys and Girls Clubs, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and other similar organizations. Getting your child involved in one of these groups may help to provide your child with structure, help them develop prosocial behavior, and expose them to positive adult role models.
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Remain calm. Get all the information. Be gentle. Take care of yourself. Know your child’s rights. Talk to a lawyer. Attend the expulsion hearing. Decide if you are going to appeal the decision. Consider your child’s educational needs. Explore your next steps for education. Follow through with the readmission plan. Make necessary arrangements to your schedule. Get therapy for your child. Work on behaviors at home. Enforce your house rules. Attend a parenting class. Consider residential treatment. Look into mentoring programs for your child.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-a-Collapsing-Trachea-in-Chihuahuas
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How to Treat a Collapsing Trachea in Chihuahuas
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To treat a collapsing trachea in your Chihuahua, start by having your dog examined by your vet. Depending on your dog's condition, your vet may recommend various medications to reduce inflammation in its airways. Additionally, shorten its walks and manage its weight to avoid putting too much pressure on its respiratory system. If your dog's condition doesn't improve, talk to your vet about surgical options, like placing a stent inside the trachea to keep it open.
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Listen to your Chihuahua’s cough. One of the most common signs of a collapsing trachea is a 'goose honk' cough. The cough is dry and usually comes after a dog has been active, excited, or quickly drinking water. If your Chihuahua starts to sound like a goose on occasion, he probably has a collapsing trachea. Hot weather can worsen your Chihuahua's coughing. Observe your Chihuahua’s breathing. Difficulty breathing is another common sign of a collapsing trachea. When tracheal rings become weak and collapse down into the trachea, air either gets trapped in the lungs or can't get to the lungs. Your Chihuahua may breathe more rapidly and have abnormal breathing sounds. In addition,his abdominal muscles may become tense from the extra effort he makes to breathe. Abnormal breathing sounds include clicking when breathing out and wheezing when breathing in. Difficulty breathing can lead to cyanosis, which occurs when the skin or mucus membranes don't get enough oxygen and turn blue. Monitor your Chihuahua’s activity. If your Chihuahua becomes less active, he may have a collapsing trachea. Without the ability to breathe very well, your Chihuahua would not be able to exercise for long periods of time, if at all. In addition, since being active and excited can worsen the signs of a collapsing trachea, your Chihuahua may simply decide to stay still instead. Take your Chihuahua to your veterinarian. Although a goose honk cough is a clear sign of a collapsing trachea, your Chihuahua will need a thorough workup by your veterinarian. He or she will analyze your Chihuahua's blood to assess his overall health, and take chest x-rays. Chest x-rays do not always show a collapsed trachea, but can help rule out other causes of breathing problems. During the physical exam, your veterinarian will probably touch your Chihuahua's trachea to stimulate a cough. In addition to x-rays, your veterinarian may want to use other visual diagnostic methods (e.g., fluoroscopy, endoscopy, bronchoscopy) to get a closer look at your Chihuahua's airways and determine if his airway is infected with bacteria. Discuss medical treatment options with your veterinarian. Collapsing trachea treatment is either medical (non-surgical) or surgical. Generally, medical management involves weight management and using various medications to treat the airway and other related conditions. Medical management works in most dogs with a collapsing trachea; however, since a collapsing trachea usually worsens over time, surgical treatment may eventually be needed. It is best to start with medical management, then consider surgery if the condition worsens. Your veterinarian will go through each of the medications with you and indicate which ones will likely work best for your Chihuahua. Hospitalize your Chihuahua, if necessary. Collapsing tracheas can range in severity. If your Chihuahua's tracheal collapse is severe (trachea is 75‒100% collapsed), your veterinarian will probably want to hospitalize him and give him intensive care. Intensive care includes extra oxygen and heavy sedation. The sedation will calm your Chihuahua and keep him from fighting against his breathing troubles and other treatments. The length of hospitalization will depend on how long it takes your veterinarian to stabilize your Chihuahua and get him well enough for home care. Treat your Chihuahua’s airways. If your Chihuahua's tracheal collapse is mild to moderate, you can treat him at home. Treating his airways has several goals: reducing inflammation and bronchial spasms, relaxing the airways, suppressing coughing, and eliminating excessive secretions. Your veterinarian will prescribe the medications, describe how they work, and explain how to administer them. The strain of coughing could damage the sensitive lining of your Chihuahua's airways. Anti-inflammatory medications will reduce the damage and inflammation. The bronchi are the two main branches of the trachea that bring air into the lungs. Bronchial spasms cause the bronchi to become narrow. Medications to relax the airways and relieve the spasms are called bronchodilators. They open up the bronchial airways and relax the lung muscles. If your veterinarian found a respiratory infection, he or she will prescribe antibiotics. The medications may take a few days to start working. Once they start working, you will start to see definite improvement in your Chihuahua's breathing. Treat other diseases your Chihuahua may have. Small dogs with a collapsing trachea often have heart disease as well. Other conditions that may be present are swollen lymph nodes around the trachea, dental disease, and liver disease. Treating the other conditions and tracheal collapse at the same time may improve your Chihuahua's overall treatment outcome and prognosis. Limit your Chihuahua’s activity. Since activity can worsen a collapsing trachea, you will need to limit your Chihuahua's activity until his condition is more stable. For example, shorten his walks and walk him more slowly. Rather than playing an active game with him, consider spending quality quiet time with him. Your veterinarian will let you know when you can start increasing his activity level (if at all). Reduce your Chihuahua’s anxiety. Your Chihuahua may feel anxious about not being able to breathe very well. To relieve this anxiety, your veterinarian may prescribe an anti-anxiety medication. The less anxious your Chihuahua feels, the easier it will be to keep him calm during treatment. Manage your Chihuahua’s weight. Overweight dogs are prone to collapsing tracheas. If your Chihuahua is overweight, help him lose weight by switching him to a weight loss diet (available commercially or at your veterinarian's office), minimizing his treats, and eliminating table scraps from his diet. Ask your veterinarian what your Chihuahua's ideal weight should be, and how long it should take to get him down to that ideal weight. Find a veterinary surgeon. When medical management of your Chihuahua's collapsing trachea is no longer working well, he will need to have surgery. Surgical correction of a collapsing trachea is very complicated, and might be beyond the surgical abilities of your own veterinarian. Therefore, you should work with a board-certified veterinary surgeon. Veterinary surgeons at veterinary teaching hospitals and specialized veterinary surgery clinics are board certified. Consider asking your veterinarian for recommendations on veterinary surgeons. Learn about surgical treatment options. Two surgical treatments are available for collapsing tracheas. The first is the surgical placement of plastic rings or spirals on the outside of the trachea. The second option is placing a stent (spring-like device) in the trachea to keep it open. An advantage of stents is that their placement does not require a surgical incision. Not all dogs would benefit from surgery. Older dogs, dogs with other serious medical problems, and those with a large percentage of their trachea affected would not make good surgical candidates. Discuss the risks of surgery. Surgical treatment of a collapsing trachea is not risk free. Potential complications include bleeding within the trachea and swelling around the trachea. Other complications are continued coughing (irritation from the stent) and paralysis of the larynx. It may be difficult for your veterinary surgeon to know how likely any of these risks will be with your Chihuahua. However, the more experienced the surgeon is with collapsing trachea treatment, the less likely your Chihuahua will have serious surgical complications. Perform at-home care after surgery. If your Chihuahua undergoes surgery, you will need to follow the at-home care instructions provided by the veterinary surgeon. Examples of at-home care are medical management, keeping your dog away from cigarette smoke, using a body harness instead of a collar for walks, and following up with your regular veterinarian.
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Listen to your Chihuahua’s cough. Observe your Chihuahua’s breathing. Monitor your Chihuahua’s activity. Take your Chihuahua to your veterinarian. Discuss medical treatment options with your veterinarian. Hospitalize your Chihuahua, if necessary. Treat your Chihuahua’s airways. Treat other diseases your Chihuahua may have. Limit your Chihuahua’s activity. Reduce your Chihuahua’s anxiety. Manage your Chihuahua’s weight. Find a veterinary surgeon. Learn about surgical treatment options. Discuss the risks of surgery. Perform at-home care after surgery.
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How to Straighten Permed Hair
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To straighten your permed hair, you'll need a straightening mousse and flat irons. Start by washing your hair with shampoo and conditioner, then apply your mousse. Make sure your hair is dry before you straighten it with the flat irons. You can also straighten your hair with a straightening gel. Simply apply a dime-sized amount of gel to your hair after washing. Then, blow dry your hair and comb it straight with a brush. Remember that gels don't always work with certain hair types, so it's a good idea to ask your stylist to recommend a product first.
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Wash your hair. Choose a smoothing conditioner and a gentle shampoo. Try to avoid products that contain harsh chemicals, such as parabens and sulfates. Make sure both your shampoo and conditioner have moisturizing properties. Since you'll be using heat to style your hair, the process can dry out your hair. Heat is hard on your hair, so baby it a little during the washing process. After you shampoo and condition your hair, apply a heat protectant. For extra moisture, you can add a hair care oil. You don't need to add more than a drop. Make sure not to add the oil too close to your scalp as this can make your hair look greasy. Keep the oil 2.5 to 3 inches away from the scalp. Apply a straightening product. Choose a product that works for your hair type. For example you might choose a gel, mousse, or balm that's labeled for straightening. This will provide more control and help you achieve your desired style. You may be able to find a product that is both a straightening product and a heat protectant. Ask your stylist for a recommendation. Dry your hair for a blown-out look. Blow dry your hair, using a diffuser. Start drying at your roots, then continue drying your hair until it's completely dry. As you dry your hair, start the straightening process by brushing it using a paddle brush or combing through it with your fingers. If you have thin hair that tends to dry quickly, you can just let it air dry. However, you'll need to use the flat iron afterwards to create your straight look. For a sleeker look, run a flat iron over your hair after you dry it. Make sure your hair is completely dry before using a flat iron. If your hair is still wet, the flat iron could cause your hair to boil which can result in hair damage. Missing some sections while blow drying can also lead to unwanted frizz. Choose the right flat iron, if you want a sleek look. If you just want to temporarily remove your perm, a flat iron is the best route. It will not permanently remove the perm, but will allow your hair to temporarily straighten. Make sure you select the right flat iron for your hair type. If you have short, thick, or fine hair look for an iron with narrow plates. Ideally, the size of the plates in your flat iron should be between half an inch to one inch long. For longer hair, look for an iron with longer plates. Pick an iron with plates between one and a half to two inches wide. Regardless of your hair type, make sure that your flat iron isn't too heavy. If it weighs more than a couple pounds, you'll end up getting sore while using it. Although using a flat iron on your perm occasionally won't remove your curls permanently, it can damage your style over time. You may ruin your perm, and the heat from the flat iron can cause hair breakage. Find the appropriate heat setting. The heat setting you select on your flat iron is important. If it's too hot or too cold, it may be ineffective or even cause damage. Not all flat irons allow you to adjust the heat. If your hair is undamaged and of average density, it should be safe for you to use a flat iron without adjustable heat. However, if you have special needs regarding your hair splurge on a more expensive flat iron where you can control the heat. If your hair is fine or damaged, keep the heat between 250 and 300 degrees Fahrenheit. If your hair is of medium thickness, set the heat between 300 and 350 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have thick hair, set the heat between 350 and 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Straighten your hair. Once the flat iron is warmed up, you can begin straightening your hair. This process can take some time, so be patient. Section your hair before you begin straightening. Separate your hair into 4 sections, then work with.5 inches (1.3 cm) pieces until you finish each section. Don't try to straighten more than about.5 inches (1.3 cm) of hair in 1 pass. Thicker hair will need more sections than thinner hair. Start with the section near the nape of your neck. Comb the section of hair, then pass your flat iron over it. Comb it again after it's straightened. Move through your hair with the flat iron one section at a time. Go slowly, keeping a steady pace. Ideally, you'll want the sections of hair to flatten out on the first try. Going over the same section more than once can dry out hair and lead to damage. Use tension when pulling the flattener across your hair. You do not want to cause yourself pain, but applying a bit of pressure can help get your hair smooth and flat on the first try. Deep condition your hair. If you want to permanently get rid of a perm, you can do so by using a perming kit to reverse the chemical process that caused the perm to set. Before you use a perming kit, however, make sure to keep condition your hair. If possible, do so the day before you use the kit. Wash your hair with shampoo and then towel dry it. Comb your hair and separate it into 4 to 6 sections. If you have thicker hair, you'll need more sections. Apply the conditioner to your hair, one section at a time. Start at the root and move down to the tip. When you finish with all the sections, but your hair in a shower cap. Apply heat to your hair. You can use a hood dryer, with the heat set to medium, for 20 minutes. If you don't have a hood dryer, you can throw a towel in the dryer and wrap it around your head for 20 minutes. Once your done applying heat, remove the shower cap and rinse your hair in cool water. Towel dry your hair and then brush and style as normal. Wash your hair and apply waving lotion. When you're ready to use the perm kit, wash your hair. Then, apply the waving lotion found in the perm kit. Style your hair as you normally wear it, even though your hair is wet. For example, create a side part, or comb your bangs forward, if you have them. If necessary, use a towel to keep the lotion off of your face. Comb the lotion through your hair. Use a wide-tooth comb for the process. Comb for about 10 minutes, until your hair is fully saturated with the lotion. Check your hair in the mirror. Hopefully, the curls should be relaxing a bit. If this is not working, comb your hair for another 5 minutes or until you notice this effect. Rinse lotion from your hair. Once your curls begin to unfurl, rinse your hair. Use very warm water for this process and rinse your hair for at least 3 minutes. You want to make sure you get all the lotion out of your hair. Dry hair and apply neutralizer. Blot all the excess water from your hair. If necessary, squeeze your hair inside the towel. However, do not rub your hair as this can cause damage. Once your hair dries, apply the neutralizer from the kit. Repeat the process you used with the waving lotion. Once you're done, rinse the neutralizer out using very warm water. The neutralizer takes longer to rinse than the waving lotion. You will need to rinse for at least five minutes. Care for your hair afterwards. Once you're done with the neutralizer, pat your hair dry again. If successful, the process should leave you with straighter hair and remove some of the perm. The products used in perming kits can be hard on hair. Make sure to use conditioner when you shower after using this method. This will revitalize any moisture your hair lost and prevent further damage. Even if you don't shampoo, use conditioner each day for about a week. Find the right gel for your hair. Certain gels can help straighten your hair. Much like a flat iron, they will only work temporarily to remove curls. Take some time choosing the right get for your hair. Keep in mind that gels will not work for some, and they may not produce the results you want. Gels usually will not remove curl on their own. Ask your stylist to recommend a straightening gel. He or she will have the best idea of what would work on your hair given its type and length. You can also read reviews of gels online. Websites like Amazon allow users to leave reviews. Beauty of haircare websites often provide product reviews. Read any warnings of the products you're looking at before purchase. Some gels may not recommended for hair that's been permed, dyed, or otherwise styled. Wash and condition your hair. Use a gentle shampoo and smoothing conditioner, as this will help with the straightening process. Straightening can be tough on hair, so high quality products will help minimize harm. When you're done, pat dry your hair with a towel. Add a dime-sized bit of gel to your hair. After your hair is dry, add a dime-size bit of gel to your hair. Move the lotion throughout your hair evenly, moving from root to tip. Do not use too much gel, as this can leave your hair limp. Brush your hair straight while blow drying. Once you've added the gel, it's time to blow dry your hair. You can brush your hair while blow drying to help the straightening process. Use a round bristle brush. Run it through your hair, pulling it straight, as you blow dry. If your hair is thick and takes a long time to dry, alternate between hot and cold settings on your hair dryer. This can prevent hair damage. Clip your hair if necessary. If you have particularly thick or long hair, you may need to section your hair using clips during the drying process. Take the top half of your hair and clip it, using a bun or hair clip, on the top of your hair. Dry the bottom of your hair first. When you're done, unclip or untie the top layer of hair and dry that section.
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Wash your hair. Apply a straightening product. Dry your hair for a blown-out look. Choose the right flat iron, if you want a sleek look. Find the appropriate heat setting. Straighten your hair. Deep condition your hair. Wash your hair and apply waving lotion. Rinse lotion from your hair. Dry hair and apply neutralizer. Care for your hair afterwards. Find the right gel for your hair. Wash and condition your hair. Add a dime-sized bit of gel to your hair. Brush your hair straight while blow drying. Clip your hair if necessary.
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How to Treat Heart Conditions in Doberman Pinschers
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If your Doberman pinscher has dilated cardiomyopathy, which is a common heart condition that affects the breed, talk to your vet about giving your dog ACE inhibitors. They're a type of drug that can help make it easier for your dog's heart to function. Your vet might also suggest medications to regulate your dog's heartbeat and ease its suffering. Besides giving your dog medications, avoid overexerting it since it could put too much pressure on its heart. Unfortunately, dilated cardiomyopathy can't be cured, and the condition may cause your dog to deteriorate quickly, so try to focus on making your dog as comfortable as possible.
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Get your doberman screened for the condition. DCM affects young to middle aged dogs. It is now known that early treatment with a drug called pimobendan before symptoms develop can protect the heart in dogs that have DCM. Therefore it's important to screen your Doberman for the condition even if they show no signs. Pimobendan is proven to increase survival times by improving the ability of the heart to contract. Pimobendan needs to be given on an empty stomach, an hour before food. Two doses, 12 hours apart are given on a daily basis. Consider medicine to decrease the amount of work the heart needs to do. Treatment helps improve the way the heart works, usually through the administration of drugs. Drugs work in a number of ways, including improving the strength of contraction of the heart muscle. A family of drugs, called ACE inhibitors, are often given to dogs with heart failure. Basically, these medicines dilate the blood vessels in the dog's body to remove resistance to blood flow. Discuss these as an option with your veterinarian. Less resistance means the heart has less work to do to push blood around the body. Discuss the need for medicine that regulates the heartbeat. Some medicines slow a racing heart or control an irregular heart beat if present. These can be very important for decreasing the chances of sudden death, due to overexertion. Like the other medicines used to control a doberman's heart issues, talk to your veterinarian about the best treatment for your specific dog. Even with these medications, it is sensible not to over exert a Doberman with DCM, especially if it is showing clinical signs of the illness. Extreme exertion could overload the heart and cause sudden death. Administer drugs to ease suffering. For example, diuretics may be given as your dog deteriorates to help to shift the accumulation of fluid in the lungs and belly. This will help the dog to breath. The dog will drink more and urinate more while on diuretics. Even while it drinks more fluid, this will have the effect of shifting fluid out of body compartments. Limit your expectations. Unfortunately, once dogs start to show signs of heart disease, their life is often limited to months, rather than years. Give your dog good end of life care by feeding it foods it loves, showering it with affection, and easing its suffering when necessary. Understand what dilated cardiomyopathy is. The name of this condition describes what it's about. Taken literally "dilated" means stretched, "cardiac" means heart, "myo" means muscle, and "pathy" means abnormal. Thus, dilated cardiomyopathy is an abnormal stretching of the heart muscle. Think of a balloon that you blow up and let down several times. The balloon walls become baggy and stretched, and the empty balloon is saggy rather than tight. This is what happens with the heart muscle. It loses its elastic recoil and the heart behaves like a saggy balloon. Pay attention to signs of exhaustion. This condition means the heart doesn't contract with normal force and each heart beat is weaker and less efficient. The dog may be able to cope at rest but when the heart needs to respond during exercise, it is unable to meet the demands and the dog becomes weak or even faints. Signs that a Doberman may have a heart problem include persistent tiredness, lethargy, and weakness. Notice if your doberman is having trouble breathing. Changes in the dynamics of the blood flow means that blood can pool downstream of the heart. This causes symptoms such as congested lungs and fluid build up. When the lungs become congested this causes the dog to cough. It may have labored breathing or use its abdominal muscles to aid its breathing. Such dogs are often reluctant to exercise, as they can't breath when they do. Look for an enlarged belly. A further sign is build up of fluid in the abdomen is that the belly begins to swell. This can be distinguished from obesity by the fact that the ribs and backbone are clearly visible through the skin due to weight loss. Take your dog to a veterinarian if you suspect DCM. The veterinarian will most likely use an ultrasound examination where the clinician measures the thickness of the walls of the ventricles (the main pumping chambers in the heart) and the force with which they contract. This will be assessed to see if it is normal or abnormal. Alternatively, a 24 hour Holter monitor harness can pick up abnormal heartbeats that occur erratically as a result of DCM. Both these tests help identify dogs in the very earliest stages of the condition so that medication can be started. However, the timing of onset of the disease varies between dogs with the DCM gene. Because of this, regular yearly screening is advised in order to catch dogs that have deteriorated since a normal screening. Look for the general signs of heart problems. While DCM is by far the most common heart condition in dobermans, these dogs can have other heart issues. The signs of congestive heart failure, and other health problems related to heart disease, include: Coughing: If your dog is coughing regularly for an extended period of time, for example more than three days, then it should be looked at by a veterinarian. Problems Breathing: This could be while the dog is at rest or if it gets winded after very mild exercise. Changes in Behavior: If your dog becomes withdrawn, less energetic, and tired all the time, then that could be a sign of a health condition affecting its quality of life. Weight Loss or Gain: A heart condition could affect your doberman's appetite, whether increasing it or decreasing it. This is also a symptom of a variety of health problems, so any extreme change in appetite or weight should be checked out by a veterinarian. Fainting and Collapsing: This is a sign that your dog may have a serious health problem, one of which could be a heart condition. If your dog faints or collapses, get it seen by a veterinarian immediately. Take your dog to a veterinarian. If you suspect a heart condition, or some other serious health problem, the best thing you can do is get your dog checked out by a veterinarian. The veterinarian will be able to assess the physical health of your dog and give you some indication about what is going on. Your dog's illness may be very obvious to the veterinarian or it may take some testing and sleuthing on your veterinarian's part. Be open to your veterinarian running multiple tests on your dog to help them figure out what the problem is. These could include an echocardiogram, a blood test, a Holter monitor, or electrocardiogram, among others. Get your dog appropriate treatment. Depending on the seriousness and exact diagnosis, treatment for different heart conditions varies. Some diseases can be treated with medication, even forms of heart failure, while others need surgery to correct. Discuss the options with your veterinarian and decide what is best for your dog and you. You need to take your dog's quality of life, its age, and your financial stability into account when deciding on what treatment to go forward with. For example, older dogs with heart failure may just need palliative care, as opposed to treatment that seeks to fix the problem.
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Get your doberman screened for the condition. Consider medicine to decrease the amount of work the heart needs to do. Discuss the need for medicine that regulates the heartbeat. Administer drugs to ease suffering. Limit your expectations. Understand what dilated cardiomyopathy is. Pay attention to signs of exhaustion. Notice if your doberman is having trouble breathing. Look for an enlarged belly. Take your dog to a veterinarian if you suspect DCM. Look for the general signs of heart problems. Take your dog to a veterinarian. Get your dog appropriate treatment.
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How to Make Cookies in the Microwave
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To easily make a single chocolate chip cookie, mix butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, whole milk, flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Toss in some chocolate chips, mix well, and scoop a small spoonful of the batter onto parchment paper. Simply heat the cookies in the microwave for 40 seconds or until cooked.
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Cream together brown sugar and butter. In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of brown sugar with 1 tablespoon of butter. You can combine them using the tines of a fork. Cream the sugar and butter until they're light and fluffy. It will be easier to cream the butter if it's at room temperature. If you need to, soften the butter in the microwave in 5 second increments. Mix in vanilla and milk. Pour in 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of whole milk to the creamed butter and sugar in your bowl. You can use a fork or small spatula to mix the liquids into the creamed mixture. Once you've stirred in the liquids, your batter should be mostly runny. Add the dry ingredients. You'll want to add 3 tablespoons of flour, but start my stirring in just one tablespoon. Then add a pinch of salt and a pinch of baking powder. Add the last 2 tablespoons of your flour and stir until the dry ingredients are just combined. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips. Avoid over mixing the batter or the cookie might be tough. Set the dough on parchment. Cut out a square of parchment paper that's about 6 inches by 6 inches. Scoop your chocolate chip cookie dough onto the center of the parchment so it roughly looks like a ball. Lightly press down on the dough ball to flatten it a little. Slightly flattening the cookie will help it spread out and bake evenly in the microwave. You can place a few extra chocolate chips on top of the cookie if you want it to look and taste even more chocolaty. Microwave your cookie. Place the parchment with your cookie dough onto a microwave-safe plate. Microwave the cookie for 40 seconds. If the cookie still looks doughy, microwave it for 5 second intervals until it looks baked. Let it cool a minute before removing the cookie from the parchment. This cookie is best if served or eaten immediately. If you let it sit too long, it may harden. Melt butter. Select a small mug to make your cookie in. It should have room to expand as it bakes, so use a mug that holds about 8 ounces. Place 1 tablespoon of butter in the mug and microwave it until it melts. It will only take a little time in the microwave for the butter to melt. Try 5 seconds before adding more time. You don't want to boil the butter or it will start sputtering in your microwave. Add the sugar, vanilla and salt. Stir in 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of packed brown sugar, and one pinch of salt. You can use a spoon, a fork or a small spatula to stir. Ensure that the mixture is completely combined and that there are no lumps of brown sugar. You can use 2 tablespoons of just one kind of sugar, if you like. The brown sugar will give a richer flavor because it's flavored with molasses. Add the egg yolk. Crack 1 egg and separate the yellow yolk from the egg white. Throw away the egg white since you won't need it for this recipe. Add the egg yolk to the mug with your creamed butter and sugar mixture. Stir in the egg yolk until it's completely combined. You could store the egg white in the refrigerator to use in another recipe. Just use it within a few days. Add the flour and chocolate chips. Add a little less than 1/4 cup of flour and stir it into the mug just until you can't see the flour anymore. Add 2 full tablespoons of chocolate chips and stir it again so the chocolate chips are evenly distributed in the mug. Avoid eating any of this cookie dough before cooking it since it does contain raw egg yolk. Microwave the cookie in the mug. Place the mug of cookie dough in the microwave and cook it for 40 seconds. Check to see if the cookie is done. If it is, the cookie will look dry. If it looks runny or raw, microwave the cookie in 10 second intervals until it looks cooked. Serve or eat the cookie immediately. Avoid microwaving the cookie for more than 1 minute total. The cookie will keep cooking as it cools, so you don't want to microwave it too much. Cream the butter and sugar. Place 1/2 cup of softened butter and 3/4 of a cup of packed brown sugar into a mixing bowl. Use a spoon or hand mixer to cream the butter and brown sugar until they're light and fluffy. If the butter is hard, you can set it on a plate or in a bowl and soften it using the microwave. Just ensure that you don't melt the butter. Add the liquids. Stir in 1 egg, 1 tablespoon of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix the ingredients until they're completely combined. Check to make sure that the egg has been completely beaten into the other ingredients. If you don't have vanilla extract, consider substituting almond extract or you could just omit it. Stir in the dry ingredients and chocolate chips. Add 1 1/4 cup of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/8 of a teaspoon of salt to the creamed mixture in the mixing bowl. Use a spoon or the hand mixer to mix in the dry ingredients until they're just combined. Gently stir in just 1/2 a cup of the chocolate chips. Avoid mixing the dough too much or the chocolate chip cookie bars will be tough. Spread the dough in your pan. Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking dish that's safe to use in the microwave. Scoop your dough into the dish and spread it evenly using a rubber spatula or spoon. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips over the cookie dough. You can also use cooking or baking spray to prepare the baking dish. Microwave the chocolate chip cookie bars. Cook the chocolate chip cookie bars in the microwave on high for 3 1/2 minutes. Check the bars to see if they're dry and feel firm. If they're still raw, cook them in 20 second increments, checking frequently to see if they're done. Let the bars cool before you cut and serve them. Your microwave should rotate the bars as they cook. If your microwave doesn't have a rotating tray, turn the baking dish a quarter turn after every minute it cooks.
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Cream together brown sugar and butter. Mix in vanilla and milk. Add the dry ingredients. Set the dough on parchment. Microwave your cookie. Melt butter. Add the sugar, vanilla and salt. Add the egg yolk. Add the flour and chocolate chips. Microwave the cookie in the mug. Cream the butter and sugar. Add the liquids. Stir in the dry ingredients and chocolate chips. Spread the dough in your pan. Microwave the chocolate chip cookie bars.
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How to Engage Employees
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To engage your employees, let them make small decisions pertaining to approvals and meetings and encourage them to contribute their ideas to create a more collaborative environment. Communicate your company's vision to them clearly and hold frequent meetings to touch base. Also, set realistic goals for individual employees and group-led projects and provide consistent feedback. When goals are met, be sure to express your appreciation of a job well done.
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Let your employees make small decisions. To engage your employees, you need to first empower them by allowing them to make decisions, much like a partner in your business. This could be giving certain approvals, leading small meetings or setting up sessions without asking for sign off from management. As a manager, you will need to present certain guidelines around this, of course. But this will enable employees to be a part of the management process, so you can make joint decisions together. Treating each employee as a valuable member of the team will motivate them to put forth their best effort on a consistent basis. Encourage your employees to contribute solutions and ideas for any company issues and problems. For example, to discuss how to increase sales for exceeding quarterly targets, you can organize a session where employees team-up to present possible solutions and ideas to improve sales. The manager of the sales department can act as a facilitator to keep the discussion on track. This way, your employees get a chance to bring their unique voice to solving business problems. Involve your employees in different assignments, tasks, and projects. This will make them feel that you value their involvement and contribution to a high level discussion and allow them to illustrate their expertise and talent. If possible, implement your employees’ ideas. This will show them in a tangible way that their contributions and support matters to the company's growth and that as a manager you take their ideas seriously. Only make promises you can keep. Just as you notice what your employees do and say, your employees will notice whether or not you keep your promises and care about their ideas. Employees will be more committed to you and the company when they see you live up to your promises. So keep your promises to your employees, even if they seem small or minor. For example, if an employee approaches you for guidance or support while you're busy, and you promise to get back to them when you have a free moment, follow through and help the employee at a later date. If you forget and the employee reminds you of your promise, but you make an excuse that you are too busy or you just don't have the time, this could affect the employee's morale and level of trust and respect for you. Tell your employees about the company’s plan of action. The company's plan of action should indicate where the business is headed and what role each employee is going to play to get there. It is unreasonable to expect your employees to work effectively when they do not know what they are working towards. Being transparent and open about the company's overall plan will communicate to your employees that you trust them. Your employees should have no suspicion or confusion about management in any way. If there is a lack of trust or suspicion of bias, they will likely lose interest in their work and feel uncomfortable communicating their ideas. Hold one on one meetings to discuss your expectations. In a dynamic organization, employees must stay on top of their daily responsibilities. But your employees can only perform well when they know and understand their role in the company's overall vision. One on one meetings will also let your employees know if they performing above or below your expectations. Otherwise, your employees will not be aware they may need to adjust their behavior. Keep these meetings open and inviting, and be clear about your expectations. The one on one meeting is a way to also bring to the surface any challenges the employee might be facing that hinders their ability to perform daily tasks. These meeting should be frequent and focus on biweekly or monthly goals. Specify exactly what is required of an employee within a group or project. Assign specific tasks to each employee but make sure the task falls within the employee's skill set and job description. As a manager, simply assigning tasks to your employees is not enough; your employees should understand exactly what they need to do and have the necessary tools and training so they are engaged in a task, rather than just doing it for the sake of checking one more task off their list. For example, filing for taxes sounds like a simple task. In fact, this seemingly simple task involves collecting data from every department in the company, consolidating the accounts, and then having someone prepare them according to a format; it becomes clear that multiple people and skill sets are involved in completing this task. Set clear, realistic goals. A goal that is not realistic or too broad or vague will have a demotivating effect on your employees. You want your employees to reach the end of their work day feeling like they accomplished small goals, instead of feeling like they will never achieve a larger, more intimidating goal. For example, being one of the top ten distributors in a market with hundreds of competitors is an unrealistic goal for a small, growing business. It might be more effective to focus on improving the company's quarterly sales or improving the company's distributor's list for the year. Have a long term mission in place and translate it into small goals. These “small goals” can be monthly or quarterly targets. Clearly link these targets to a long term mission. Employees will be highly engaged knowing that their efforts are directly contributing to the company's mission. Set up regular performance assessments. This will allow your employees to get direct feedback from management as to how close or far they are to achieving their goals. Set aside the time to tell employees what they doing right and where they need to improve on. Nothing engages an employee like the prospect of a raise or appreciation in an upcoming review, so use these sessions to motivate the employee to work harder. The review can act as a scheduled “reward system”. You may even notice employees becoming more serious and dedicated to their work closer to review time. When managers offer consistent feedback, employees feel their managers support them. By building a relationship of trust and openness, the employees will feel free to discuss even their small, rare mistakes and work on them so they do not turn into bigger problems later on. Encourage growth and development by providing suggestions or have your employees come up with solutions to solve their current issues during or after their performance assessment. Say thank you when your employee does something right. Doing this will help your employee feel like they are appreciated and their success is being recognized personally by a manager. A quick email, text message or visit to an employee's office or cubicle for a thank you can do wonders to energize them. Celebrate small gains and wins. Even if the sales targets are not met due to unrealistic goals or aspects that were out of your employees' control, show appreciation for small wins. This will remind employees that their efforts are not going unnoticed and prevent them from feeling demoralized or under appreciated. Acknowledge and reward an employee who goes the extra mile. When an employee does average work, follow the average routine. But when an employee goes the extra mile, make sure you acknowledge and reward them. Reward employees who have achieved their goals for one, two, or even five years running. Appreciate their long term focus on the business strategy as well as their ongoing contribution to meeting daily targets. Doing this will reward employees for keeping their eyes on the company's overall vision while still managing their daily tasks. Give your employees the necessary tools to do their job properly. Whether it is the right IT setup for their work station or hands on guidance about how to complete a task, you want your employees to feel like they are being set up for success, not failure. Hold training sessions for new employees and/or current employees. Your employees may lack the skills or knowledge to perform their assigned tasks, especially if they are new to the job or unfamiliar with the work. The fear of being unable to properly understand an issue can lead to disengagement and a lack of motivation, so address this fear with training. These sessions should link different operations of the business to specific skills that need to be learned. Sometimes it is not the skills as much as the direction and instruction that counts. For example, simply training an accountant to handle tax filing isn't enough. They need to be instructed on how to specifically apply their skills in a certain situation or procedure. Provide competitive opportunities for employees to learn and improve their skills. For example, you can create a program where the most efficient employee will be sent abroad for training with paid leave. This will encourage every employee to work hard and improve their existing skills. Create reward programs for referring others to work for your company. As an employer, you need to encourage employee advocacy, as this gives you a chance to see how effectively your employees deal with customers. Take action to boost advocacy, as it will turn your employees into ambassadors for your business. Employees who attend networking events or external, industry gatherings on a frequent basis are the best advocates and brand ambassadors for your company. They will spread goodwill and loyalty toward your company and help you to expand your brand. Set up a volunteer or community involvement programs. Currently, the young employees in your workforce are interested in how the organization is helping to uplift society. They are less concerned with the company's financial performance compared to the company's shareholders. Instead, they want to know how the company is impacting the world around them. Getting the company involved in the community in a positive way will help your employees to stay engaged with their day to day work and with the mandate of the company overall. Organize office events, get togethers, and parties. Holding events in the office will allow employees to discuss their work with each other, get to know other employees in different departments, and exchange their views and perspectives on their roles. A study has shown that workplace relations play a crucial role in employee happiness; even more than employee/boss relations. As well, individual self-esteem will be boosted when employees hear about themselves in a friendly, positive light from their peers and co-workers. Keep in mind that many employees are more receptive to social events initiated by their co-workers, rather than by management. Promote the office carpool and weekly office lunches. This will encourage cross-workplace ties among your employees and allow them to get to know each other outside of the office setting. Start each meeting with informal conversation or small talk. A few minutes of the meeting, perhaps at the start, can be devoted to light-hearted conversations or listening to someone's personal experience. This will help your employees look forward to meetings and stay engaged. Keep the office clean and well maintained. Sometimes, small issues such as routine maintenance of common areas, or even the coffee machine breaking down can lead to distraction from the main focus and work of your employees. Address these smaller issues and promote smooth running of the office to limit your employee's distractions and ensure they are working in a well kept, well run, and engaging space.
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Let your employees make small decisions. Encourage your employees to contribute solutions and ideas for any company issues and problems. Involve your employees in different assignments, tasks, and projects. If possible, implement your employees’ ideas. Only make promises you can keep. Tell your employees about the company’s plan of action. Hold one on one meetings to discuss your expectations. Specify exactly what is required of an employee within a group or project. Set clear, realistic goals. Have a long term mission in place and translate it into small goals. Set up regular performance assessments. Say thank you when your employee does something right. Celebrate small gains and wins. Acknowledge and reward an employee who goes the extra mile. Give your employees the necessary tools to do their job properly. Hold training sessions for new employees and/or current employees. Provide competitive opportunities for employees to learn and improve their skills. Create reward programs for referring others to work for your company. Set up a volunteer or community involvement programs. Organize office events, get togethers, and parties. Promote the office carpool and weekly office lunches. Start each meeting with informal conversation or small talk. Keep the office clean and well maintained.
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How to Suspend an Object in Jello
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Suspending an object in Jello can be a fun way to prank someone or just make your favorite dessert a little more exciting. Mix up a batch of Jello, then put it in the fridge for 4 hours to give it time to firm up. Wash your object so you don't get any bacteria or dirt in your snack, then set it on top of the first layer of Jello. Next, mix up 2 more packs of Jello and pour them in so that they cover the object. Chill the bowl in the fridge for another 4 hours so that the rest of the Jello sets completely with the object inside. When you're done, cover the bowl with a plate and turn it upside-down to let the Jello out of the mold.
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Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of boiling water into a large glass bowl. Use either a kettle or pot and boil 1 cup of water. When the water starts bubbling, remove it from the flame. Then pour it into a large glass mixing bowl. Pour the water gently so it doesn't splash and burn you. Use an oven mitt while handling the pot for extra safety. This amount of water should fill about 1/3 of the bowl. If the bowl you're using is larger than this, double the Jello servings. This recipe is for small packets of Jello, which contain 6 oz. (170 g). If you're using large packets, which hold 12 oz. (340 g), boil 2 cups (480 ml) instead. Stir in 1 small packet of Jello mix until all the powder dissolves. Right after you pour the boiling water in, add the Jello mix. Use a long spoon or whisk and stir the mixture. Continue stirring until all the mix dissolves. Don't forget that the water is hot. Be careful holding or grabbing the bowl. Add 1 cup (240 ml) of cold water to the mixture and stir for 2 minutes. Pour the cold water in and stir at the same time. Stir for at least 2 minutes so everything mixes together. If you stir for less time, the Jello won't be as firm. This is important because the Jello needs to be very firm to support an object. Leave the Jello in the refrigerator for 4 hours. This gives the Jello plenty of time to cool and firm up so it supports the weight of the object. Place the bowl out of the way where no one will disturb or knock it over. If there is uncovered food in your refrigerator that might transfer to the Jello, cover the bowl with plastic wrap. If not, then leave the Jello uncovered while it's setting. The Jello needs to be very firm for this to work, so don't take it out early. There are “speed-setting” tricks to make Jello set faster, but don't use them for this trick. The Jello won't be firm enough. Wash the object you’re using if you plan to eat the Jello. Keep everything sanitary by washing the object with soap and warm water. Then rinse it off thoroughly to remove any suds. Placing office supplies like staplers into the Jello is a common workplace prank. For party desserts, try using plastic fish and blue Jello to look like a lake. Other toys and action figures also add a fun twist to this project. If an object is heavier, like a stapler, make sure it has a flat surface area so it sits on top of the Jello rather than poking through. Also if you're going to eat the Jello, don't use a small or sharp object that could injure someone. Be especially careful if you're serving the Jello to children. Use large objects that they can't swallow. Check any objects you use for small pieces that might break off. Remove these before encasing it in Jello. Lay the object on top of the Jello. After 4 hours have passed, remove the Jello from the refrigerator. Then gently lay the object onto the Jello. Let it sit for a few minutes to make sure it doesn't sink. If the object does start sinking, take it off and put the Jello back into the refrigerator for another hour. If the object keeps sinking after that, it may be too heavy. Consider using a different object. Make 2 packets of Jello in a separate bowl. Follow the same procedure you did for making the first batch of Jello, but use 2 packets instead of 1. Boil 2 cups (480 ml) of water, pour it into a separate bowl, stir in 2 packets of Jello, add 2 cups (480 ml) of cold water, and stir for 2 minutes. Pour the second batch of Jello over the object. Pour gently. Don't dump the water in or the water will splash out. Cover the object with this new batch of Jello. If you're using a large bowl and this serving size doesn't cover the object, try adding another Jello packet or 2 and using more water. Add 1 cup (480 ml) of hot and cold water for each packet you use. Let the Jello set in the refrigerator for 4 hours. Once you've poured the second batch of Jello, place the bowl back into the refrigerator. Give the Jello another 4 hours to set completely. Remember, the Jello has to be very firm for this trick. Don't take it out early. Only cover the bowl with plastic wrap if there is uncovered food in your refrigerator that might transfer to the Jello. Put a flat plate face-up on top of the bowl. After 4 hours have passed, remove the bowl from the refrigerator. Take a flat serving plate and lay it face-up on top of the bowl. Flip the bowl upside down. Hold the plate and bowl together and flip them. Lay the plate on a flat surface with the bowl on top. Press the plate and bowl together tightly while you're flipping them. If the Jello comes free and you aren't pressing down, it could spill all over the place. Pull the bowl off of the Jello. Tap around the bowl to dislodge the Jello. Then slowly pull the bowl up and let the Jello slide out. Give the bowl a little shake as you lift if the Jello isn't coming out. If the Jello is stuck, flip the bowl back over and place it in a larger bowl full of warm water. Make sure the water doesn't flow into the Jello. Let the bowl sit for a few minutes and try to dislodge the Jello again. Serve the Jello. Now you have an object suspended in Jello! Place the plate on a table for everyone to see your creation. If you aren't serving the Jello right away, put it back into the refrigerator until you're ready to serve it.
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Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of boiling water into a large glass bowl. Stir in 1 small packet of Jello mix until all the powder dissolves. Add 1 cup (240 ml) of cold water to the mixture and stir for 2 minutes. Leave the Jello in the refrigerator for 4 hours. Wash the object you’re using if you plan to eat the Jello. Lay the object on top of the Jello. Make 2 packets of Jello in a separate bowl. Pour the second batch of Jello over the object. Let the Jello set in the refrigerator for 4 hours. Put a flat plate face-up on top of the bowl. Flip the bowl upside down. Pull the bowl off of the Jello. Serve the Jello.
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How to Write Strong Email Subject Lines
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To write a strong email subject line, create a concise phrase that states the purpose of your email in 50 characters or less. For example, the subject line can tell the reader what you need them to do and give them a deadline to complete the action. Use simple language and abbreviations to shorten the subject line as much as possible. Don't forget to read your subject line out loud to check for clarity and grammatical errors before sending your email.
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Avoid leaving the subject line blank. When you choose not to include a subject line, you're not taking advantage of the opportunity it provides to draw in your reader. Having a blank subject line will also make you look lazy. Most importantly, it certainly won't make your reader feel like they need to open or respond to your email quickly. Write your subject line before you write your email. Your subject line may feel like an afterthought that's not as important as the actual content of your email. Since it's the first thing your reader sees, however, it's just as critical - if not more so! - as what's inside. To make sure you dedicate enough time and attention to your subject line, write it before you write anything else. Follow standard capitalization rules to avoid sloppiness. Unless you're sending off a quick note to someone you know well, you should treat your emails like formal communications. Capitalize your subject lines in the same way you would capitalize the titles of your presentations. Remember a few basic rules to help you capitalize correctly. For example, always capitalize the first and last words of your subject lines. You should also always capitalize nouns (Mountain, Presentation, Building), pronouns (He, She, They), verbs (Go, Change), adverbs (Quickly, Slowly), and adjectives (Sloppy, Excellent). You should not capitalize articles (a, an, the), prepositions (in, out), or coordinating conjunctions (and, but). Avoid treating your subject lines like complete sentences. While your subject lines should be grammatically correct, view them as titles rather than sentences that always need punctuation. Your subject lines don't need to be capped with a period, question mark, or exclamation mark. Be aware that some spam filters will automatically slate emails with punctuated subject lines to the junk mail filter. You may occasionally want to use a question mark to grab your reader's attention. Don't overuse this strategy. Connect multiple phrases in subject lines with dashes. For example, the subject line: “Scheduled Meeting for Tuesday - Your Attendance Required,” contains two distinct phrases connected with a dash. Keep your subject lines under about 50 characters. Your subject lines should be as brief as possible. This may occasionally require you to leave out some details in favor of others. It's most important that your reader know what they need to do by when as soon as they read your subject line. It may not always be possible to keep your subject lines at or under 50 characters. Sometimes, you'll go ten or so characters over. If you start to shoot for the 50-character rule, however, you'll automatically begin writing shorter subject lines. Put important words first to grab the reader’s attention. What these words are will differ depending on the purpose of your email. Your name and title might need to come first in some emails, while the action required by you or the reader may be up front in others. Think about what will make your reader most likely to open your email, and put the words that correspond to that topic at the very beginning of the subject line. Generally, you should start your subject line off with a word that indicates why you're contacting your reader. If you've recently changed office regulations, for example, write: “Changed Company Regulations - Needs Your Review Today.” Choose specific nouns and verbs to communicate the email’s purpose. Don't include vague or unclear nouns and verbs in your subject line. Instead, use words that specifically indicate exactly what you want from your reader. This will cut down on the length of your subject line while still providing the details you need in your subject line. Instead of: “Contacting you to check out new info,” write: “Revised HR Rules - Needs Approval by Wed.” In the second version of the subject line, you've clarified exactly what the “new info” is, and why you're contacting the reader. You've corrected any confusion as to whether the recipient needs to read the email and what they need to do once they open it. Specify the purpose of your email. Tell the reader why you're contacting them. Be as specific as possible. This will help the reader know right away whether they should open your message. A subject line asking for a letter of recommendation or reference could look like: “Requesting Reference for Tamara G. by Friday 6/2.” If you're offering your reader a benefit, try something like: “Change Your Oil at Jim's 50% Off This Week Only.” Write what action you want your reader to take. As soon as they see your email, your reader will want to know what they need to do. Having this knowledge immediately will prepare your reader to look for further details within the content of your note. Instead of writing, “Reaching Out for a Favor,” make your subject line: “Need Your Help Writing Project Proposal Next Week.” This lets the reader know not only that you're asking for help, but also explains exactly what you hope the reader will do for you. Provide a deadline so the reader knows when to respond. If you don't let the reader know when you need them to take action or respond, they may not open your email until tomorrow, next week, or even next month. This isn't because your reader doesn't want to help you. Most people receive tens or even hundreds of emails per day, so emails without clear deadlines are easily lost in the herd. If your email is especially important and needs immediate reply, you can use the words “Urgent,” “Critical,” or “Immediate Response Needed” to let your reader know that they should pay particular attention to this note. State who you are if the reader doesn’t already know you. Sometimes, you'll email people you've never met before. In these cases, it may be important for you to provide your reader with your title, company, or name so they have a reason to open your note. Otherwise, you may appear to be just a random person whose email can go straight to the trash! Maybe you're a student getting in touch with a local politician for a school project. Write: “High School Senior Requesting Interview for Project, Due 6/24.” Mention meeting the reader if they’re a recent acquaintance. You may be getting in touch with this person because you've just met and are hoping to develop a closer relationship with them. Jog their memory in the subject line so they remember meeting you. They'll be more likely to set up a follow-up if they recall your previous encounter. Perhaps you had a brief discussion at a conference or dinner about some of your mutual interests. Make your subject line: “Following Up on our Chat at Writers' Conf, 4/30.” Name your mutual contact if you’re being introduced to the reader. If someone else put you in touch with your recipient, it's important that you clarify that fact. Your reader will be much more likely to open an email with a subject line that includes the name of someone they know, rather than an anonymous person they've never met. Your reader may also choose to reach out to your mutual contact to confirm the introduction. For example, write, “Dr. Smith's Student @ Hopkins, Requesting Meeting Next Month.” Use simple language to avoid confusion. You don't want your reader to have trouble understanding your subject line. Avoid using overly long words and complex vocabulary. Pretend you're sending your email to a middle schooler, and ask yourself whether they could understand each word in the subject line. Avoid using obscure vocabulary when a simpler word will do. Choose: “New Office Rules - Review and Respond Quickly,” instead of “New Office Rules - Review and Respond with Alacrity.” “Quickly” and “with alacrity” mean the same thing, but the first option is less off-putting and confusing. Use symbols and abbreviations to shorten subject lines. Many words can be shortened without leaving the reader confused. Use only common abbreviations and symbols, and read over your subject line to ensure there won't be any confusion about your email's purpose. For example, days of the week can all be shortened. “@” is a common symbol for “at.” You can also use “RE:” to mean “about.” “EOM” may be used for “end of message,” and “EOD” may stand in for “end of day.” Check for spelling and grammatical mistakes. Just like any other part of your email, your subject line needs to be free of errors. This will ensure that you don't look unprofessional or lazy right off the bat, before your reader even has a chance to open your note. Email spell-checkers may not cover the subject lines, so be especially careful with spelling mistakes. If you're worried, copy and paste the subject line into a Word or Google doc and run spellcheck there. Your subject line may not need to be a complete sentence. However, avoid common grammatical errors such as confusing “they're,” “their,” and “there” or “you're” and “your.” Read your subject lines out loud to check for clarity. The best way to ensure that your subject lines are simple, concise, and correctly written is to read them out loud to yourself. When you hear your words spoken, you'll catch mistakes you wouldn't if you had just checked them over on the screen. If you're in a public place, read the words softly under your breath.
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Avoid leaving the subject line blank. Write your subject line before you write your email. Follow standard capitalization rules to avoid sloppiness. Avoid treating your subject lines like complete sentences. Keep your subject lines under about 50 characters. Put important words first to grab the reader’s attention. Choose specific nouns and verbs to communicate the email’s purpose. Specify the purpose of your email. Write what action you want your reader to take. Provide a deadline so the reader knows when to respond. State who you are if the reader doesn’t already know you. Mention meeting the reader if they’re a recent acquaintance. Name your mutual contact if you’re being introduced to the reader. Use simple language to avoid confusion. Use symbols and abbreviations to shorten subject lines. Check for spelling and grammatical mistakes. Read your subject lines out loud to check for clarity.
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How to Recognize Male Breast Cancer
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To recognize male breast cancer, look for warning signs such as any pain in your breast, lumps or bumps in the tissue, and discharge from your nipples. You can do a self-exam by first taking a warm shower to smooth out your skin and lying flat on your bed. Then, firmly press your breast tissue in small clockwise circles. Make sure to check your armpits and nipples, too. If you locate any lumps, make a note of where you find them and tell your doctor.
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Recognize your risk for male breast cancer. Doctors do not know what causes male breast cancer, but are aware that certain factors can increase your risk of developing the disease. Being aware of your potential risk can prompt you to check yourself and see your doctor regularly. The following factors can increase your risk of male breast cancer: Age — most men who have breast cancer develop it after age 60 Exposure to estrogen — either through medication as a part of a sex-change procedure or hormone therapy for prostate cancer Family history — if you have one or more close family members who developed breast cancer, you are more likely to get the disease Klinefelter's syndrome, which causes your body to produce less male hormones and more female hormones Liver disease, such as cirrhosis, which increases female hormones in your system Obesity Alcoholism Exposure to radiation on your chest area Certain testicle diseases or types of surgery on your testicles Gynecomastia, or abnormal enlargement of both male breasts BRCA2 gene mutation Determine potential signs of male breast cancer. Men have small amounts of breast tissue and any changes should be evaluated. Many men don't think about the health of their breasts, but there are several signs and symptoms of male breast cancer to watch for. You may notice these during routine activities such as showering or changing your clothes. The following may be signs of male breast cancer: Thickening of your breast tissue Developing a painless lump in your breast Changing texture of the skin on your breast including dimpling, puckering, redness or scaling Inverting of your nipple Having clear or bloody discharge from your nipple Experiencing pain in your breast Developing sores on your nipple or areola Having enlarged lymph nodes under your arm Examine your chest for irregularities. You may notice some irregularities develop on your chest or breast(s) as a result of male breast cancer. Keeping an eye on your breasts and skin can alert you to perform a breast self exam and see your doctor. Check your chest and breast skin regularly so that you can more easily detect changes to them. Stand in front of a mirror and look at your chest area once a week or month, especially if you know you are at risk for the disease. Compare each breast and notice any differences in the texture or shape. If you do notice any changes, perform a breast self-exam to see if you can detect any further symptoms through touch. See your doctor if you notice any possible symptoms of male breast cancer. The sooner you detect and get treatment for possible male breast cancer, the better your chances of curing the disease. Notice pain or discharge. In addition to examining your chest skin, pay attention to any pain you feel in your breasts. You should also watch for any clear or bloody discharge coming from your breasts. Both of these symptoms can indicate male breast cancer, especially if you have them over a longer period of time. Check for any moist spots on your shirts, which can be a sign of discharge. In addition, simply examining your breasts on a regular basis may help you detect discharge. Notice if you have any pain when wearing clothing, touching your skin, or during activities such as exercise. Discuss concerns with your significant other. If you suspect any changes to your breasts, make sure to talk to your significant about your concerns. Your significant other may recognize symptoms or differences in your breasts that you did not see. They can help you perform a breast self-exam to detect further changes and provide much needed support while you get medical attention. Be open and honest with your partner about your concerns and what symptoms you've detected. Ask your partner about any changes they have noticed. For example, you could say, “I've found this scaly patch of skin on my nipple and sometimes there's a clear liquid that comes out of it. Have you noticed this as well? Would you mind helping me take a closer look at it?” Be aware of gynecomastia. If both of your breasts become larger, this condition is known as gynecomastia. Generally, this is not breast cancer, even though your breasts can become quite large. Gynecomastia is sometimes caused by medications, heavy alcohol consumption, marijuana use, and weight gain, though the cause is often unknown in many cases. Although having gynecomastia doesn't mean you have breast cancer, there is some evidence that suggests the condition may increase your risk of developing male breast cancer. If you are concerned about gynecomastia, schedule an appointment with your doctor. Be confident. Even though it's rare in men, it's important to check for breast cancer if you are at high risk or have symptoms. Don't allow yourself to feel embarrassed or emasculated by taking care of your health, including performing a breast self-exam on yourself. Breast cancer affects both sexes and neither developing the disease nor giving yourself an exam bear any reflection of your masculinity. Take a warm shower or bath. The most optimal time to perform a breast self-exam is after a warm shower or bath. The warmth smoothes out your skin and makes it easier to perform the exam. Consider doing a preliminary check of your breast tissue while you're in the shower. You can examine and feel your breasts while you're showering or bathing. Press your breast tissue. A breast self-exam requires feeling your breast tissues in a thorough and methodical manner. Check each breast individually by using the opposite hand to the breast you want to examine. Work from the outside of your breast by your armpit and feel around the entire breast to ensure you've checked every surface of the tissue. Lie down flat on your bed, the floor, or a table so that your breast tissue is evenly spread out across your chest. Lay your fingers flat on the breast you're examining. Then firmly press the tissue in small, clockwise circles. Start at the outermost top edge of your breast and spiral the circles in towards your nipple. Use this technique for your entire breast and then repeat the process on the other side. Make sure you are checking your armpits as well. Feel for lumps and bumps during the exam and note where you find them. This can help your doctor more quickly locate them during any subsequent exams. In addition, make sure to closely look at your breast skin during the examination, which can help you identify any other changes such as puckering, dimpling, or scaly skin. Check your nipples. Once you've thoroughly felt each of your breasts for changes, you should also check your nipples. Look at the skin, feel it with your fingers, and gently squeeze them to see if there is any discharge. See your doctor. If you find any signs or symptoms of male breast cancer and / or are at risk for it, visit your doctor as soon as you are able. Early detection and diagnosis can significantly increase your chances of successful treatment and survival. Make sure your doctor's office knows why you are scheduling the exam so that your doctor can provide prompt attention to your symptoms or concerns. Tell your doctor about any symptoms of male breast cancer that you have including changes to your breast appearance and the way it feels. Alert the doctor to any lumps or irregularities you felt during a breast self-exam. Since there are other reasons for breast changes in men, giving a thorough and honest history is important and should include any medications, herbs, or supplements that you are taking or receiving from other professionals. Not providing proper information could hinder your doctor's ability to diagnose cancer or another condition. Undergo testing. If your doctor suspects breast cancer, he or she will likely perform a clinical breast exam and order further testing. Tests including biopsies and imaging tests can better help your doctor diagnose breast cancer, determine the extent of the disease, and develop the best treatment plan for you. Allow your doctor to examine your breasts and perform a clinical breast exam. Like a self-exam, a clinical breast exam will include your doctor using his or her fingertips to feel for lumps or other changes in your breasts and surrounding tissues. The exam can also tell your doctor things such as the size of any lumps, the way they feel, and their proximity to your skin and muscles. Make sure to let the doctor know if you experience any pain during the exam. Get imaging tests including mammograms, ultrasounds, CT scans, and MRIs if your doctor prescribes them. These tests can help your doctor more closely look at tissue irregularities and determine the extent of any cancer you may have. Have a biopsy to remove lumps or suspect breast tissue. Biopsies, where a fine needle is inserted into the tissue to remove tissue for laboratory analysis, can also help determine if you have breast cancer and, if so, what type of cancer it is. Receive treatment. If testing discovers that you have cancer, your doctor will develop a treatment based on the severity of your condition. There are different treatment options for male breast cancer, all of which can successfully treat and cure the disease. Remember that early detection and diagnosis are key to treatment. Talk to your doctor about your treatment options and any concerns you may have. Ask questions about the diagnosis and nature of your breast cancer as well as the best ways to treat your specific case. Consider surgery such as a mastectomy to remove any tumors and surrounding tissue. In addition, you may require surgical removal of one lymph node to help determine if your breast cancer has spread. Undergo radiation therapy, which uses high-energy beams from sources like X-rays to eliminate breast cancer cells In many cases, radiation is combined with mastectomy to most effectively kill and remove breast cancer cells. Receive chemotherapy drugs by pill or intravenously to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy can be used in conjunction with surgery and may be a good option for men with advanced cases of breast cancer. Consider hormone therapy if your breast cancer is hormone-sensitive. This usually includes taking the medication tamoxifen, which many women with breast cancer also take. Be aware, though, that other hormone therapies used on female breast cancer patients do not work for men. Try targeted drug therapy, which attacks defects in cancer cells. Drugs such as Herceptin and Avastin may slow or even stop the growth of cancer cells; however, they can come with the side effect of heart damage. Ask your doctor about participating in a clinical trial for male breast cancer. This option may provide you with a new and different treatment method that can kill your breast cancer. Cope with breast cancer. If you receive a diagnosis of male breast cancer, it may shock and upset you. Using different methods to cope with the disease can help you better deal with any stress or challenges that may arise because of the disease. You might want to try: Talking with a trusted person or medical professional about your diagnosis Praying or meditation to help calm yourself Exercising, which can help you feel better physically and mentally Undertaking creative activities such as music, art, and dance, all of which can help you de-stress and feel better Joining a local or national male breast cancer support group
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Recognize your risk for male breast cancer. Determine potential signs of male breast cancer. Examine your chest for irregularities. Notice pain or discharge. Discuss concerns with your significant other. Be aware of gynecomastia. Be confident. Take a warm shower or bath. Press your breast tissue. Check your nipples. See your doctor. Undergo testing. Receive treatment. Cope with breast cancer.
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How to Reupholster Furniture
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To reupholster furniture, start by removing the old fabric by pulling out the staples or tacks holding it to the frame. Once you've taken off the old fabric, use the pieces as a pattern to cut out pieces from the new fabric. Next, sew the new fabric along the seams using the old pieces as a guide to help you know where to put your stitches. Then, place the fabric over its corresponding location on the furniture, making sure to line up the seams correctly. Finally, pull the fabric taut and use a staple gun to secure it to the underside of the furniture.
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Choose a quality piece of furniture. Reupholstering a piece of furniture is an extensive and time-intensive process. If you attempt to do so on a piece of furniture that is poor quality, you'll experience two things: increased difficulty with the process, and an increased likelihood that the furniture won't last long (making your time/money investment pointless). Start out on the right foot by selecting furniture that is high quality with an ugly 'skin'. Look for furniture that is made of solid wood, not veneer or plywood. Solid wood will maintain its value and last a very long time, while veneers and plywood furniture aren't quality enough to last very long. Check the furniture for any squeaks, noises, or imbalances. Move the furniture around a bit - if it wobbles or makes noises when you do, it's not in fantastic shape and probably isn't worth reupholstering. Look at the overall construction to determine if there is any major damage or problem areas. Nails/screws that are sticking out or missing, broken boards/pieces, or sagging areas may be a sign that the furniture will require more work to fix up than you want to put into it. Get plenty of quality upholstering fabric. Although you can technically reupholster furniture with any kind of fabric, most fabrics won't be thick and sturdy enough to last for many years. Look for special upholstering fabric, which is thicker and made to stand against wear-and-tear better than other types of fabric. Keep in mind that the type of furniture you use will depend on the placement of the piece; you can get away with using regular fabric on a piece of furniture that won't be frequently used, but you'll definitely need upholstering fabric for pieces that are used often (like a couch). Because reupholstering is such a time-consuming process, try to select a fabric that is relatively neutral and will stand the test of time in terms of style. That way, it will fit with your interior design preferences for more time than a bold or trendy fabric choice would. If you get a patterned fabric, try to choose one that won't require you to match specific sections of the pattern (like wallpaper) when you cut it into sections. You can still use a cut-specific pattern like this, but it will take much more time trying to lay the pattern out so that each piece is going the same direction as all the other pieces. Get all your tools ready. There aren't any special tools required in reupholstering furniture, but you will need some for the job. Get these in advance to make work easier. You will need: A flat-head screwdriver (or a butter knife - this will be for prying) Pliers A hammer A staple gun with staples (the length of the necessary staples will depend on how thick the fabric you're using is) Sewing machine with associated supplies. Prepare extra/optional supplies. You may not need the following supplies depending on your specific project, but they may come in handy for certain reupholstering projects. Scan through the list and see if any might be applicable for the piece of furniture you're working on: Cleaning supplies (specifically for old couches) Fabric piping for seams/edges Cotton batting for added padding Buttons (with upholstery needle and thread) Cushion zippers Replacement feet/legs Remove the current fabric from your furniture. Work slowly and meticulously to remove the fabric from your furniture by pulling out all the staples/tacks/screws that are holding it in place. Use your flat-head screwdriver or butter knife to carefully pull out every staple. Do not cut any of the fabric to remove it, as you will be using the pre-existing fabric as your pattern for the new upholstering fabric. If you're removing fabric from a couch, you'll need to flip it over and take the fabric off the bottom and back as well. Remove any cushions that might be there, but if they don't have a zipper, you might be able to make a cover for them rather than removing all the current fabric. Side panels of fabric (like on a sofa) may not require fabric removal, because often you can tack your new fabric over the top. Be careful not to cut yourself on the staples or tacks, as these are a very real tetanus threat. Clean the furniture. Removing the old fabric often exposes the dirty underside of your used furniture; it is best to clean up any messes or dirty areas prior to adding new furniture over the top. For couches, vacuum out the inside of the frame, and spray fabric cleaner onto the cushions and foam to freshen them up. Use a bit of wood oil or cleaner to prepare the wood parts of your furniture, and seal it if necessary. If your furniture was damaged or scratched, you should take time now to repair it and prep it for new fabric. If you want to stain or paint the wood on your furniture, you should do so at this point. Measure and cut your new fabric. Lay out all the fabric you removed from you furniture, making sure that you know which piece goes where (or where it went originally). Layer your new upholstery fabric out, and trace the old fabric shapes onto the new. This will serve as your pattern, and allow you to cut out all the necessary pieces for your project. Once you've gotten all the pieces measured/traced, you can very carefully cut out each section, making sure that you mark or keep track of where on the furniture it will be put. Use fabric shears for cutting your fabric, in order to make smooth, clean cuts. Sew the fabric where necessary. Not all of the fabric you upholster will require sewing, in fact typically only cushion and arm covers or pieces of fabric with corners will require any sewing. Use the original fabric as your pattern, and mimic the same sewing pattern with your new fabric. #*Use a thread that will match the fabric, or use a clear plastic thread. If you're able, use a serger along the edges to prevent the fabric from fraying. Staple your new fabric to the furniture. Work one section at a time, lining up your new fabric with its corresponding location on the furniture. Use your staple gun with staples of the appropriate length to attach the fabric securely to the furniture. Make sure there are no gaps, and fold/tuck the edges of each piece of fabric to give it a smooth finish. If you need to apply extra layers of batting or cushion, do so prior to re-attaching the fabric. Some fabric will have to be attached using upholstery tacks, but you'll know this based on how the original fabric was attached. Add any finishing touches. When all the fabric has been re-attached to your furniture, you should sew on any piping, buttons, or attach the feet/legs to the bottom of your furniture. This is your chance to make any last-minute changes or to add design details that might not have been on the original piece of furniture. If you decide you're completely finished, give your piece of furniture a once-over to verify that there are no loose threads so-to-speak, and that it's ready to be placed as a permanent fixture in your home.
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Choose a quality piece of furniture. Get plenty of quality upholstering fabric. Get all your tools ready. Prepare extra/optional supplies. Remove the current fabric from your furniture. Clean the furniture. Measure and cut your new fabric. Sew the fabric where necessary. Staple your new fabric to the furniture. Add any finishing touches.
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How to Keep RFID Credit Cards Safe
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To keep your RFID credit cards safe, keep your card in an RFID shield wallet or sleeve to block RFID scanners from reading your personal information. If you don't have one of these sleeves, try putting several RFID cards together in your wallet to make it harder for the scanner to isolate an individual card. Even if you prefer to keep your card in your pocket, you can reduce the risk of having it scanned by carrying it in your front pocket, rather than your back pocket.
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Place your RFID cards next to each other in your wallet. This can make it more difficult for thieves to read a particular card , but the protection is limited. Carry your RFID cards in a front pocket. If you usually carry your credit cards in a wallet in your back pocket, you are potentially more vulnerable to thieves who could step up behind you with a scanning device. If you switch the cards to a front pocket, you will tend to be more observant of people in front of you and are less likely to become a victim. Be aware of other people around you when using your credit cards. Some of the newest RFID technology limits the opportunity of thieves to scan your cards to short distances and only at the time of the sale. Before using your card in a store, check around you to make sure that nobody is standing within a few feet of you, and your transaction should be safe. Use your RFID cards at home for online purchases only. If you are really concerned by the RFID technology, this is a possible way to go, and you can then use other credit cards or cash to purchase things outside your home. However, identity theft through online computer use is probably a greater risk than using the RFID technology in a store. Monitor your credit card statements for usual activity or errors. This may not actually prevent thieves from stealing information from your card, but monitoring your statements regularly will help you and the credit card company identify any unauthorized purchases and can limit your potential losses. Some sources say that regular monitoring of your credit card statements is actually the “best” protection against identity theft. Purchase an RFID shield wallet or sleeve for credit cards. There are several commercial products available that claim to block RFID scanners from obtaining your personal information. These may be individual sleeves for your RFID cards or wallets that are lined with material to block scanners. Purchase an RFID jamming card or device. Some companies have developed a device about the size of a credit card that sends out its own RFID signal that will disrupt scanners trying to get your credit card information. Make a foil shield. This is the “low-tech” way to go, but it's cheap and easy. Cut two pieces of paper or cardboard into the size of a credit card, wrap each piece with aluminum foil, and carry them in your wallet around your credit cards. The aluminum will disrupt most electronic signals. You can also wrap each credit card in aluminum foil and place the wrapped cards in your wallet. The foil shields the card from scanners. Verify that vendors you use online are legitimate. Stick to vendors that you have used before and that you know and trust. If you have concerns, you can check with the Better Business Bureau online at http://www.bbb.org/ or in the local area where the company has its business. Look for signs of a "secure" website. Truly secure websites use extra protection called a Secure Sockets Layer, or SSL, and the website address will begin with "https" instead of the usual "http." Additionally, a secure site will show a closed lock icon in the status bar at the bottom of the page. If you don't see the "https" address or the padlock at the bottom, you should consider using another website for your purchase. Maintain your own computer. For safer online shopping, keep your own computer free of viruses or spyware. There are software products you can purchase or download online for free that will help you keep your computer clean. Limit Wi-Fi purchasing. Because anything wireless is potentially subject to hackers who find a way to intercept the radio signal, your safest method for online shopping is to use a hardwired Internet connection. Use a temporary credit card for online shopping. Many banks and credit companies will offer this service for no fee. You can get a card number that is separate from your actual account, but the bank links it to your account for your bona fide purchases.
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Place your RFID cards next to each other in your wallet. Carry your RFID cards in a front pocket. Be aware of other people around you when using your credit cards. Use your RFID cards at home for online purchases only. Monitor your credit card statements for usual activity or errors. Purchase an RFID shield wallet or sleeve for credit cards. Purchase an RFID jamming card or device. Make a foil shield. You can also wrap each credit card in aluminum foil and place the wrapped cards in your wallet. Verify that vendors you use online are legitimate. Look for signs of a "secure" website. Maintain your own computer. Limit Wi-Fi purchasing. Use a temporary credit card for online shopping.
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How to Tell Whether the Moon Is Waxing or Waning
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To tell whether the moon is waxing or waning, you'll first need to factor in whether you live in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere, since the moon's phases don't look the same from both places. If you're in the Northern Hemisphere, the moon waxes and wanes from right to left, meaning a waxing moon is illuminated on the right side, and a waning moon is illuminated on the left side. In the Southern Hemisphere, it's the opposite—the moon waxes and wanes from left to right.
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Learn the names of the phases. The moon revolves around the Earth, and as it does, we see different angles of the moon's illuminated surface. The moon doesn't create its own light, but rather shines when it reflects the sun's light. As the moon transitions from new to full and back to new again, it goes through several phases, marked by its recognizable crescent and gibbous ("bulging") shapes, which are created by the moon's own shadow. The moon phases are: New moon Waxing crescent First quarter/Half-moon Waxing gibbous Full moon Waning Gibbous Third quarter/Half-moon Waning crescent New moon Learn what the phases mean. The moon travels the same path around the Earth every month, so it goes through the same monthly phases. The phases exist because from our perspective on Earth, we observe the illuminated portion of the moon differently as it makes its way around us. Remember that half the moon is always illuminated by the sun: it's our vantage point on Earth that changes and determines what phase we see. During the new moon, the moon is between the Earth and the sun, and is therefore not illuminated at all from our perspective. At this time, the moon's illuminated side completely faces the sun, and we see the side that's in full shadow. During the first quarter, we see half of the moon's illuminated side and half of the moon's shadowed side. The same is true in the third quarter, except the sides we see are reversed. When the moon appears full, we see its full illuminated half, while the side that's in complete shadow faces out into space. After the full moon, the moon continues its journey back to its original position between the Earth and the sun, which is another new moon. It takes the moon a little over 27.32 days to complete one full revolution around the Earth. However, a full lunar month (from new moon to new moon) is 29.5 days, because that's how long it takes the moon to return to its position between the sun and Earth. Learn why the moon waxes and wanes. On the moon's journey from new moon to full moon, we see a growing portion of its illuminated half, and this is called the waxing phase (waxing means growing or increasing). As the moon then goes from full to new again, we see a diminishing portion of its illuminated half, and this is called waning, which means decreasing in strength or intensity. The moon's phases always look the same, so although the moon itself may appear in different locations and orientations in the sky, you'll always be able to identify what phase it's in if you know what to look for. Recognize that the moon waxes and wanes from right to left. Different parts of the moon are illuminated during waxing and waning. In the Northern Hemisphere, the part of the moon that is illuminated will appear to grow from right to left until it's full, and it will then diminish from right to left. A waxing moon will be illuminated on the right side, and a waning moon will be illuminated on the left side. Hold out your right hand with your thumb out, palm facing the sky. The thumb and forefingers make a curve like a backward C. If the moon fits in this curve, it's a waxing moon (increasing). If you do the same with your left hand and the moon fits in the "C" curve then it is waning (decreasing). Remember D, O, C. Since the moon always follows the same illumination pattern, you can use the shape of the letters D, O, and C to determine if the moon is waxing or waning. During the first quarter, the moon will look like a D. When it's full, it will look like an O. And when it's in the third quarter, it will look like a C. A crescent moon in the shape of a backwards C is waxing A half or gibbous moon in the shape of a D is waxing. A half or gibbous moon in the shape of a backwards D is waning. A crescent moon in the shape of a C is waning. Learn when the moon rises and sets. The moon doesn't always rise and set at the same time, but changes depending on what phase it's in. This means you can use the time of moonrise and moonset to determine if the moon is waxing or waning. You can't see a new moon because it isn't illuminated by the sun, and because it rises and sets at the same time as the sun. As the waxing moon moves into its first quarter, it will rise in the morning, reach its height around dusk, and set around midnight. Full moons come up when the sun goes down and set when the sun comes up. As the waning moon moves into its third quarter, it will rise at midnight and set in the morning. Learn which part of the moon is illuminated during waxing and waning. In opposition to the moon in the Northern Hemisphere, the moon in the Southern Hemisphere will illuminate from left to right, become full, and then diminish from left to right. A moon that's illuminated on the left side is waxing, while a moon that's illuminated on the right side is waning. Hold out your right hand with your thumb out, palm facing the sky. The thumb and forefingers make a curve like a backward C. If the moon fits in this curve, it's a waning moon (decreasing). If you do the same with your left hand and the moon fits in the "C" curve then it is waxing (increasing). Remember C, O, D. The moon goes through all the same phases in the Southern Hemisphere, but the shapes of the letters that indicate waxing and waning are reversed from the Northern Hemisphere. A crescent moon in the shape of a C is waxing A half or gibbous moon in the shape of a backwards D is waxing. A moon in the shape of an O is full. A half or gibbous moon in the shape of a D is waning. A crescent moon in the shape of a backwards C is waning. Learn when the moon rises and sets. Although the moon may illuminate in the opposite direction in the Southern Hemisphere versus the Northern, it will still rise and set at the same times during the same phases. The first-quarter moon will rise in the morning and set around midnight. The full moon rises and sets when the sun sets and rises. The third-quarter moon will rise at midnight and set in the morning.
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Learn the names of the phases. Learn what the phases mean. Learn why the moon waxes and wanes. Recognize that the moon waxes and wanes from right to left. Remember D, O, C. Learn when the moon rises and sets. Learn which part of the moon is illuminated during waxing and waning. Remember C, O, D. Learn when the moon rises and sets.
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How to Deal With a Boyfriend Who Is Mean when Angry
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Dealing with a boyfriend who is mean when he's angry can be challenging, but fortunately there are some simple tricks you can use to cope with the situation. For example, tell him that you understand he's upset so he knows you hear him and care about him. For instance, say something like, “I understand that you're upset that I didn't call you.” If he continues to shout or act aggressively, ask him to take a timeout and come back to the conversation when you're both calmer. Once he's calmed down and you've resolved the situation, have a conversation with him to tell him your boundaries, such as not letting him shout at you or call you names, and reserving the right to walk away from a situation if you feel uncomfortable. Explain that you need him to respect your boundaries for your relationship to work.
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Make sure the timing is right. Mean attitudes can appear when people are tired or already frustrated, so avoid discussing issues when either person is rushed or upset. Instead, ask if you can come back to the conversation when tempers have cooled and when you both have the calm inner resources to deal with the issue without being mean. This tactic may not always work because it is sometimes difficult to think level-headedly when angry. If it does not work, there are other ways to make sure tempers don't escalate. Let him know you understand he’s upset. Active listening or reflective listening is a key component to effective communication. Acknowledging his anger is like pouring cold water on a fire. His anger may subside because he may feel more connected to you if you understand where he's coming from. Demonstrate your understanding and repeat back what you're hearing to calm your angry mate. Be as specific as possible and avoid using trite phrases like “I understand”. This doesn't demonstrate true understanding and can come off as unthoughtful. Instead, try saying something like, “I understand that you're upset that I didn't call you back”. Keep the focus on your boyfriend's anger. Don't turn the conversation to you by saying, “I understand because I've felt that way too”. Ask what he wants from you. Mean words and actions typically stem from a sense of being wronged or treated unfairly. By asking your boyfriend what he wants from you (in a nice way of course), you move the conversation from a shouting session to the proactive realm. Try phrasing your response as, “What is it you need from me right now,” or “How do you see the outcome of this in terms of what I should do”. Offer to help if you can. If your boyfriend clearly states what he wants from you, determine whether it is something you can actually do, or something that you are willing to do. By offering help, you can reduce the anger, stop the mean behaviors, and move the situation forward in a productive manner. The help requested may vary vastly. For example, all that may be requested of you may be an apology which is often helpful because it signifies that you accept some fault for the altercation. Sometimes it is not in your power to offer help. For example, if your boyfriend is angry about being fired from his job and is taking it out on you simply state, “I understand that you're angry about being fired from your job, and I really wish I could help you but it's not within my power to do so”. Sometimes it may be in your power to offer assistance but you choose not to. That is perfectly acceptable. For example, if your boyfriend wants you to skip work or school to spend time with him you can say, “I'm sorry. I wish I could spend time with you today but I can't afford to skip out on my responsibilities.” Avoid saying “I don't want to”. Attempt to use humor. Humor can help to ease tense situations by shifting the moment just long enough for tempers to cool. Make sure you're not making fun of your boyfriend as that will just make him angrier. Instead, aim your humor at yourself or the situation. This is more helpful in relationships that are already very playful. Each person's sense of humor is different but try saying something playful such as, “This is beyond my capabilities—let me consult one of my other personalities,” or “I'm sorry I forgot to call you. You caught me playing with one of my mental blocks”. Avoid using this tactic if your boyfriend makes fun of you in a mean or hurtful way. This will have the opposite effect and may open the door for more insults. Define your limits. When setting your boundaries, always be as straightforward as possible and tell your boyfriend what behaviors will not be tolerated. Look him in his eye, and show a quiet strength so he will take your boundaries seriously. You can also role play saying the words ahead of time so you feel more confident when the time comes. Don’t allow insults or name calling. Insults and name calling are about control and humiliation and are not part of a healthy relationship. In fact, when your partner insults your appearance, intelligence, opinions, or choices, that is considered emotional abuse. When your boyfriend calls you a name, stop what you are doing, look him in his eyes, and forcefully say, “don't ever call me that again”. You don't have to answer any questions or give an explanation; simply repeat yourself until he understands. Insults can be extremely hurtful emotionally, but they can also do long term damage by hurting your self-esteem and making your more dependent on your boyfriend. Never blame yourself for your boyfriend's mean words, and never begin to think they are true. For example, if your boyfriend calls you fat in the heat of an argument, don't buy into it. Ban the use of curse words. Cursing during an argument is like waving a red flag at a bull; it only acts as a way to build upon negative emotions. When your boyfriend curses at you, it puts out a negative energy and makes you feel ashamed and defensive. Use “I” statements to tell your boyfriend that you will not accept him cursing at you. For example, say something like, “I understand that you're upset about me not calling you back and that's where your anger is coming from, but I can't allow you to curse at me because it makes me feel upset when you do that”. Prohibit the use of yelling. Yelling only brings about negative energy and can often make you feel angry, scared, or defensive. However, sometimes people who are prone to anger don't even realize they're yelling. Use “I” statements to define your boundaries and tell your boyfriend that you will not accept him yelling at you. For example, try saying, “I can't allow you to yell at me. I feel angry when you yell and it is not productive. I will talk to you later when we have both had a chance to calm down”. If your boyfriend denies that he yells, have a tape recorder handy to let him listen to himself at a later time. When playing it back, gently explain to him that what he said on the tape is irrelevant, and you're only playing it back to him to show him how loud his volume can get. Don’t allow blaming. Blaming is ineffective because it limits communication and cuts down on the possibility of actually resolving your issue. When your boyfriend is angry, he may place the blame on you, telling you how bad you are and making you feel very small. Set your boundaries and tell your boyfriend that you will not accept blaming behaviors. You can do this by using “I” statements. Use “I” statements to tell your boyfriend how you feel when he places all of the blame on you. For example you can say, “I feel upset when you blame me for all of our problems”. Then, use an “I” statement to tell your boyfriend that blame is no longer allowed. For example, say, “I don't think blaming each other will help us resolve our problem. I can no longer allow you to blame me for making you angry”. Reframe the anger. Your brain can eliminate electrical signals that cause negative emotions by thinking about your boyfriend's anger in another light. Try saying to yourself, “He must be having a bad day today”. By consciously taking a different view on the anger, you can choose to change your emotional response and avoid becoming negative as well. It's not always easy to feel empathy for a person who is being mean and angry, but by choosing to reframe their anger you keep yourself from becoming defensive. Try saying phrases such as “He's doing the best he can,” or “This is just the way he copes”. This way, you don't feel as if you are to blame for the issue. Just because you reframe his anger does not mean that you have to accept it. Once you recognize that you are not to blame, find healthy ways to deal with it such as setting boundaries or walking away until a later time. Cut yourself some slack. Often, your boyfriend's words can leave you feeling angry, frustrated, afraid, or feeling powerless. Avoid these feelings by accepting yourself and the way you have chosen to deal with your boyfriend's anger. Have an inner dialogue with yourself where you tell yourself it's okay to not be able to fix your boyfriend's anger. For example, if you are feeling guilty because you have told your boyfriend you can't do something for him, tell yourself, “I wish I could have helped, and I know he will continue to be angry, but I need to take care of myself”. Watch your level of anger. When your boyfriend is mean and angry it can cause you to become angry as well. Without noticing it, you may began to “egg on” or “nitpick” at your boyfriend, further provoking him. Pay attention to your language and nonverbal language to make sure you are not projecting your own anger onto your boyfriend. Avoid statements that start with “You always,” and avoid using criticism and sarcasm about your boyfriend's behavior. These statements are based on anger and blame and only add fuel to the fire. Try making a list of your boyfriends triggers (or things that make him upset) and observe how your behaviors set him off. Don't feed on his or your anger. Make a conscientious effort to not push his buttons on purpose. Tell him how you feel. Use I statements to take responsibility for your feelings and behaviors without making your boyfriend feel as if you're blaming him. Talk about your feelings to the best of your ability by using statements such as “I feel hurt when you say mean things to me”. Avoid sentences that begin with “You always…” as it can come off in a blaming manner. Practice using “I” statements over and over in times when you aren't angry so it becomes natural and part of your vocabulary. By sharing your feelings in this manner, you not only express your emotions but you increase intimacy. This method can help to diffuse anger and move towards focusing on what you want to happen, instead of focusing on hurtful words.
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Make sure the timing is right. Let him know you understand he’s upset. Ask what he wants from you. Offer to help if you can. Attempt to use humor. Define your limits. Don’t allow insults or name calling. Ban the use of curse words. Prohibit the use of yelling. Don’t allow blaming. Reframe the anger. Cut yourself some slack. Watch your level of anger. Tell him how you feel.
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How to Hold a Golf Club
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To hold a golf club, start by placing your dominant hand on the shaft of the club where it connects to the grip. Then, lift the club at a 45 degree angle and place your other hand palm-up beneath the grip. Wrap your bottom three fingers around it and set your thumb across the top of the grip. Next, curl the fingers of your dominant hand around the grip so that your pinky is in the space between your non-dominant forefinger and middle finger. Finally, lay your dominant thumb flat on the grip of the club.
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Place your dominant hand on the club. If you're right-handed, this is your right hand, and vice-versa if you're left-handed. Grab the shaft where it connects to the grip and lift the club up at a 45-degree angle. This isn't where you will ultimately hold the club with your dominant hand, but it allows you to properly grip the club with your off hand first. Place the club in your non-dominant hand. This is your left hand if you're right-handed, and vice-versa if you're left-handed. Keeping your off hand relaxed and with the palm facing you, lay the grip of the club across the inside of your fingers in the area where your first knuckles and palm meet. The butt of the club should be extending just past the base joint of your pinkie. Secure your off hand. Curl the bottom three fingers of your non-dominant hand around the grip. Set your thumb flat across the club. You want to roll your thumb over towards the opposite side of the grip, while curling your forefinger around the grip. You should be able to see the knuckles of your index and middle fingers. If you have secured your grip properly, you should feel every part on the underside of your bottom three fingers making contact with the club's grip. You'll know you have a proper grip when you can feel the base, fatty part of your thumb on the handle, and not overlayed on your forefinger. Place your dominant hand. Imagine a clock with the club head pointing at twelve. Curl your fingers over the grip like you did with your other hand. Wrap your pinky finger into the space between the forefinger and middle finger of your non-dominant hand. Point your right thumb toward eleven on your imagined clock, and lay it flat on the grip of the club. You can also interlock your pinky finger with your forefinger and middle finger if that feels more comfortable or natural to you. Try the 10-finger (or baseball) grip. To achieve this grip, simply scoot your dominant hand down the grip of the club so that there is no space between the fingers of your two hands. Instead of interlocking or overlaying your pinky finger, you grip the club like a baseball bat. This grip is often used by novices, players with small hands, and players with arthritis. The baseball grip can also give you more leverage which can allow you to hit the ball farther. Note that with this grip you may not get as accurate a shot. Keep in mind to lead with your hips when swinging and follow with your hands. Try the Vardon grip. To achieve the Vardon grip, take the pinkie finger of your dominant hand and move it back to lay on top of the fingers of your left hand. It should sit on top of the space between your index and middle fingers. The Vardon grip is the most common and is the traditional textbook grip. It is especially recommended for people with large hands, and can be more comfortable for those players than the interlocking grip. Players with small hands may find it difficult. Try the interlocking grip. To achieve the interlocking grip, separate the index and middle fingers of your non-dominant hand. Move the pinkie of your dominant hand into this space so that your two hands interlock. This grip is often recommended for younger or weaker players, but is also used by many golfing greats like Tiger Woods. It works best for players with medium or average hands. The interlocking grip reduces tension and excess wrist movement, but some players find it uncomfortable. Experiment with strong and weak grips. A weak grip means the hands are rotated on the club handle more towards your target. If you can only see the knuckle of your forefinger on your dominant hand, you have a weak grip. A strong grip means the exact opposite, with a rotation to the side of your club further away from your target. A weak grip can combat a hook as well as add height and backspin to the ball. It can also cause the ball to slice, and make proper swinging form difficult to achieve. A strong grip can be very comfortable and result in good low hits, but it can also make the golfer prone to hooking. Weaken your grip for short game. A looser grip will allow you to gain more precision and loose distance, which you don't need here. Grip the club as you normally would, and pay attention to where the creases created by your forefingers and thumbs are pointing. These creases should be pointing to the left of your chin, closer to your target. If you are right-handed, the creases should be pointing to the left of your chin. If you are left-handed, the creases should be pointing to the right of your chin. The creases, may also make “V” shapes. You want the point of the “V” pointing closer to your target on your short game. Angle your wrists down for putting. When you're on the green you want to minimize the movement in your wrists. Move the handle of your putter back in your dominant hand so it rests on the lifeline of your palm. Grip it the same way with your other hand. Then, angle your wrists downwards. Hold your putter with a baseball grip. You don't need or want wrist movement here. Holding your putter with a 10 finger grip and angling your wrists down helps to keep them locked. Your putter should be an extension of your arms and swing like a pendulum.
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Place your dominant hand on the club. Place the club in your non-dominant hand. Secure your off hand. Place your dominant hand. Try the 10-finger (or baseball) grip. Try the Vardon grip. Try the interlocking grip. Experiment with strong and weak grips. Weaken your grip for short game. Angle your wrists down for putting.
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How to Drive Manual
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To drive manual, start by holding the clutch pedal down with your foot and moving the gearstick into neutral. Then, turn the car on and take your foot off the clutch pedal. When you're ready to start driving, press the clutch down and move the gearstick into first gear. Finally, slowly lift your foot off the clutch while pressing down on the accelerator with your other foot. Don't worry if you stall out a few times. If you do, just let go of the clutch, apply the handbrake, and start over.
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Start on level ground with the car off. Especially if this is your first time driving a car with a manual transmission, start slowly and methodically. Put your seat belt on once you sit down. While learning, it can be useful to roll down the windows. This helps you hear the sound of the engine revving and to shift gears accordingly. The pedal on the left is the clutch, the middle one is the brake, and the accelerator is on the right (remember it, from left to right, as C-B-A). This layout is the same for both left-hand drive and right-hand drive vehicles. Learn what the clutch does. Before you start pushing down on this unfamiliar pedal on the left, take a moment to figure out the basics of its function. The clutch disengages the engine from the wheels. When one or both are spinning, the clutch allows you to switch gears without grinding the teeth of each separate gear. Before you change gears (either to move up or down), the clutch must be depressed (pushed). Adjust the seat position so you can access the clutch pedal’s full range of motion. Slide forward enough to allow you to press the clutch pedal (the left pedal, next to the brake pedal) fully to the floor with your left foot. Press the clutch pedal and hold it to the floor. This would also be a good time to take note of how the travel of the clutch pedal differs from that of the brake and gas. It's also a good opportunity to get used to slowly and steadily releasing the clutch pedal. If you've only ever driven automatic cars, it might feel awkward to use your left foot to push a pedal. With practice, you'll get used to using both feet in concert. Move the gearstick into neutral. This is the middle position that feels free when moved from side to side. The vehicle is considered out of gear when: The gearstick is in the neutral position, and/or The clutch pedal is fully depressed. Don't try to use the gearstick without having the clutch pedal depressed, because it simply won't work. Start the engine with the key in the ignition, making sure the gear stick is still in neutral. Make sure the handbrake is on before starting the car, especially if you are a novice. Some cars will start up in neutral without the clutch depressed, but some newer cars will not. Remove your foot from the clutch pedal with the car still in neutral. If you're on level ground, you should remain stationary; you'll start rolling if you're on a hill. If you're ready to move on to actually driving, make sure to release the handbrake (if it's engaged) before you drive off. Press the clutch to the floor and move the gearstick into first gear. It should be the upper-left position, and there should be some kind of visual layout of the gear pattern on top of the gearstick. Gear patterns can vary, so take some time beforehand to study your car's gear layout. You may want to practice shifting through the various gears with the engine switched off (and the clutch engaged). Slowly lift your foot up from the clutch pedal. Continue until you hear the engine speed begin to drop, then push it back in. Repeat this several times until you can instantly recognize the sound. This is the friction point. When you're shifting gears to start or keep moving, this is the point at which you'll want to have the accelerator depressed enough to provide power. Let up on the clutch while pushing down on the accelerator. In order to get moving, lift your left foot up from the clutch pedal until the RPMs drop slightly. At the same instant, apply light pressure to the accelerator with your right foot. Balance the light downward pressure on the accelerator with slowly releasing pressure on the clutch pedal. You will probably have to do this several times to find the right combination of up and down pressure. Another way of doing it; is to release the clutch until the point the engine revs down a little, and then applying pressure on the accelerator as the clutch engages. At this point the car will start to move. It is best to have the engine rev just enough to prevent stalling as the clutch pedal is let up. This process may be a little difficult at first because you are new to the extra pedal in a manual car. Release the clutch fully (that is, slowly remove your foot from the pedal) once you start moving forward under control in first gear. Expect to stall at least a few times when you’re first starting out. If you release the clutch too quickly the engine will stall. If the engine sounds like it is going to stall, hold the clutch where it is or push down a bit further. If you do stall, depress the clutch fully, apply the handbrake, put the car in neutral, switch the engine off and restart the car as normal. Don't panic. Revving the engine while the clutch is between fully up and fully depressed will wear out the clutch parts prematurely, resulting in slippage or smoking of the clutch parts at the transmission. This is called riding the clutch and should be avoided. Recognize when it’s time to shift up to a higher gear. When your RPM reaches about 2500 to 3000 while the car is in motion, it is time to shift to the next gear — for example, second gear if you are currently in first. The actual RPMs at which shifting is required will vary by the car you are driving, however. Your engine will begin to race and speed up, and you must learn to recognize this noise. Depress the clutch pedal until it disengages and guide the gearstick straight down from first gear into the bottom-left position (which is second gear in most configurations). Some cars have a "Shift Light" or indications on the tachometer that will tell you when you need to shift, so you don't rev the engine too fast. Push down on the accelerator very slightly and slowly release the clutch pedal. Shifting gears in motion is the same as shifting into first from a stationary position. It's all about listening, looking, and feeling for the engine's cues and getting the up-and-down timing of your feet on the pedals correct. Keep practicing and you'll get the hang of it. Once in gear and on the accelerator, you should completely remove your foot from the clutch pedal. Resting your foot on the clutch pedal is a bad habit, as it applies pressure to the clutch mechanism — and the increased pressure will cause the clutch to wear out prematurely. Shift down into a lower gear as you slow down. If you are going too slow for the current gear you're in, your car will shudder as if it's about to stall. To shift down gears while in motion, follow the same process of depressing the clutch and releasing the accelerator, shifting gears (say, from third to second), and letting off the clutch while depressing the accelerator. Come to a complete stop. To come to a stop in a fully controlled manner, shift down gradually until you reach first gear. When it's time to come to a complete stop, move your right foot from the accelerator to the brake pedal and press down as much as is required. As you slow to about 10 mph (16 km/h), the car will be on the verge of shaking and vibrating. Press the clutch pedal fully down and move the gearstick into neutral to prevent stalling the car. Use the brake pedal to stop completely. You can also stop while in any gear by depressing the clutch fully and using the brake while shifting into neutral. This should only be done when you need to stop quickly, though, as it puts you in less control of the vehicle. Practice on an easy course with an experienced manual driver. While you can legally practice alone on any public road with a valid driver's license, you will pick up the nuances of driving a manual car faster if you have an experienced driver accompanying you. Start off in a flat, isolated area like a large (and empty) car park, then move on to quiet suburban streets. Drive around the same circuit repeatedly until you start to remember the various skills involved. Avoid stopping and starting on steep hills initially. When you're new to driving a manual, plan routes that avoid traffic lights at the top of steep hills. Your timing and coordination in working the gear stick, clutch, brake, and accelerator needs to be fairly sharp in order to avoid drifting backwards when you shift into first gear. You need to be able to quickly (but smoothly) move your right foot from releasing the brake to depressing the accelerator, while at the same time letting out the clutch. You can use the parking brake to limit backward drifting if necessary, but always remember to disengage it as you start moving forward. Learn parking procedures, especially on hills. Unlike automatics, manual transmission cars don't have a “park” gear. But, simply putting the car in neutral opens the possibility of your car rolling freely, especially if parked on an incline or decline. Always use the handbrake, but don't rely on it alone to keep your car in place whilst parked. If you are parked facing uphill, shut the car off in neutral, then shift into first gear and apply the parking brake. If facing downhill, do the same but shift into reverse. This will prevent the wheels from rolling in the direction of the slope. On extreme inclines, or simply to be extra cautious, you can also place chocks (angled blocks) behind your wheels to prevent movement. Stop completely before changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Making a complete stop when changing directions is an easy way to reduce your likelihood of causing expensive damage to your gearbox. It is strongly recommended to stop completely before going from reverse to first gear. However, it is possible on most manual transmissions to shift into first or possibly second when the car is moving backwards at a slow speed, but it is not recommended as this can cause excessive wear on the clutch. In some cars, reverse gear has a lock out mechanism to prevent you for engaging it accidentally. Before using the reverse gear, make sure you know about this locking mechanism and how to disengage it before selecting reverse.
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Start on level ground with the car off. Learn what the clutch does. Adjust the seat position so you can access the clutch pedal’s full range of motion. Press the clutch pedal and hold it to the floor. Move the gearstick into neutral. Start the engine with the key in the ignition, making sure the gear stick is still in neutral. Remove your foot from the clutch pedal with the car still in neutral. Press the clutch to the floor and move the gearstick into first gear. Slowly lift your foot up from the clutch pedal. Let up on the clutch while pushing down on the accelerator. Expect to stall at least a few times when you’re first starting out. Recognize when it’s time to shift up to a higher gear. Push down on the accelerator very slightly and slowly release the clutch pedal. Shift down into a lower gear as you slow down. Come to a complete stop. Practice on an easy course with an experienced manual driver. Avoid stopping and starting on steep hills initially. Learn parking procedures, especially on hills. Stop completely before changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).
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How to Win a Girl Over
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The easiest way to win over a girl is to first try and strike up some conversations with her. If you're not sure what to talk about, bring up something you have in common like “I thought our math test was pretty tricky. What did you think?”. During your conversations, ask lots of questions so you can get her talking and can learn more about her interests. For example, if she mentions that she didn't like the latest Marvel movie, you can ask, “What kind of movies do you like?” Remember to be a good listener by making eye contact and responding to what she says. If she messages you, don't try to play it cool by waiting to text her. Respond to her right away so she knows you're interested. To get to know her even better, find ways to hang out one-on-one like sitting next to her at lunch or walking home from school together.
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Just start saying hello. Got your eye on someone? Winning someone over doesn't need to be super-complicated. If you want a girl to start noticing that you exist, just start saying hello. When you pass in the hallway between classes, make eye contact and say, "Hey!" Smile and give a little wave. She'll get the hint. You don't even have to say anything. Just start smiling when you see her coming. This will always be appreciated. Use her name. Hearing your own name called helps people feel validated and secure. It's like a little compliment every time. When you see her, say her name often. If you've never seen this girl before and want to approach her, just go up and say hello, then start a conversation. Start striking up conversations. After she's aware of your presence, strike up a conversation. Lead with something interesting and specific, or talk about something you know you've got in common. Be funny. Lead with something that will break the ice: "I'm thinking of cutting gym and renting a Cadillac to drive to Mexico. What do you say? I need an accomplice." Talk about something you've got in common. If you see a girl out at a bar or restaurant, say, "Isn't this place great? What do you think? Have you been here before?" If you have class together, ask her about how she did on the last test, or how she feels about the readings. Avoid "closed" questions that won't give you anything to talk about. If you say, "What's up?" or "Hows it going?" that conversation is going nowhere. Find an excuse to hang out one-on-one. Getting to know someone is tough in a group setting. If you want to get to know her better, try to find an excuse to talk, just the two of you. Make it a regular thing. If you start talking to a girl while you're out somewhere, ask if she wants to move into a booth, or stand outside and talk for a while. "Want to talk outside so we can hear each other? I want to hear what you have to say." Sit next to her at lunch, or on the bus, or chat her up in the hallway while she's walking to class. If you both walk home from school together, walk together. Reach out via Facebook or text. Sometimes, it can be a lot easier to get to know a girl online, or via text. Girls might open up a little more and be a little more talkative in writing, than in person. It's always better to talk in person and find a little connection. But after you get a girl's number , text her when you have something interesting or specific to talk about. Text or message about something timely. If you're working on the homework for a class you've got together, text her: "This English reading is killing me. Distract me?" Never waste a girl's time by texting, "Hey" or "What up" or some kind of emoticon. If you want to attract her, say something that she can respond to. Slow down. Want to "win" a girl over? Spend time getting to know her and becoming her friend first. Lots of guys complain about getting lost in the "Friend Zone." News flash: Girls are either attracted to someone, or they aren't. The more time you spend with someone, the more feelings will develop. It may not initially be the romantic feelings, but it may soon develop into something more than just "hanging out." It's good to be proactive when you're ready. Girls like it when you ask them out first. If you are shy or scared of rejection, just take it easy. If you like a girl and want to win her over, just ask her to hang out and spend more time with her. Ask her questions about her interests. Everyone wants to be made to feel comfortable and at ease with a potential partner, or date. If you want to put a girl at ease, get her talking. How? Ask her open-ended questions about her interests. Get to know her hopes and dreams, and her desires. Learn everything you can about her. Look for open doors in things that she talks about. If she mentions off-hand that she hated watching the new Avengers movie, ask her what kind of movies she likes. If she says, "Horror" ask, "What do you like about those movies?" Keep her talking, and keep it positive. Ask open-ended questions always. Don't ask questions that have one-word, "yes or no" answers. Give her your undivided attention. When you're together, be together. Show her that she matters to you by putting away distractions when you're together. If you're looking over her shoulder and trying to eavesdrop on another conversation, or are distracted by your phone, she'll feel like second fiddle. If she's speaking in a group, direct your attention to her. Even if others are trying to talk over her, she'll appreciate that fact that you care about what she has to say. Listen actively. Making conversation involves connecting. To find common interests, you have to actually listen when she talks, respond to what she says, and give her the time of day. You can't just fake your way through a relationship. You have to really listen and get to know her. Make eye contact when she's talking. Nod your head when she says something you agree with. Summarize her points when she's talking and prompt her to say more. Be a good listener. Text her promptly. Lots of guys have an idea that waiting to text, call, or email shows that you're "hard to get" and it makes you attractive. Really, it just makes it look like you watch too many rom-coms. Want to win a girl over? Text her when you notice that she's texted you. Respond to a call or an email when you see it. Don't try to put her on ice to show that you're cool. At the same time, it's important to avoid over-texting someone. If you see she hasn't responded right away to something that you've said, don't blast off 50 more texts asking, "Hey? You there?" Give her some space and chill. Let your sense of humor through. One of the key components to attraction is sharing a sense of humor. Recent studies show that guys who try to be funny are always more attractive than very serious or very stoic guys, when courting women. Even if your joke falls flat, it's typically a good idea to try to show that you like to laugh. Cut up the way you might with your friends, but on your best behavior. If you don't share the same sense of humor as someone, you don't want to be with them anyway. You won't be able to fake it. Be supportive. Be on her side. If she's wrong about something, or struggling, tell her gently and keep her best interest at heart. If she's right, encourage her to do what makes her happy. When she's sad, be there for her and let her know that you are there for her. Let her know she can talk about anything with you. Have positive energy. Positivity is attractive. When you're together, try your best to keep things light and fun instead of serious and dramatic. Focus less on complaining about things together and more on focusing on the good. Being together should be fun. When you're around her, don't be someone who hates on others and brings others down. Be someone who appreciates things and her, so when she's around you she'll feel better about herself and the life around her. Tease her gently. Some studies show that teasing a woman gently can increase the electricity of attraction. Respect a woman's intelligence by treating her like a regular person, not something to be put on a pedestal. Be kind. "Teasing" doesn't mean "being mean." It's one thing to say something teasing, like, "I saw all those selfies you put up on Facebook today. And I'm being totally serious when I say this: Your room is a huge mess." It's another to say, "I saw all those selfies you put up on Facebook today. That's pretty vain. Do you really like attention from guys?" Go easy on the compliments. Everyone likes a good compliment now and again. But if you start doing nothing but compliment a girl's appearance every time you see her, it's going to grow tiresome quickly. Just as tiresome as the "Hey-what's-up-not-much" conversation. Compliment her appearance, sparingly. Focus on choices that she makes, not physical attributes. Say, "That dress looks really good on you" instead of saying, "Your body is really sexy." Attraction is nice, but if she thinks that all you care about is how beautiful she is then she'll begin to think you're shallow. Be respectful. Light touching is sometimes electric and attractive. Brushing a wisp of hair behind a girl's ear, or touching her hand can be an exciting little moment and increase your intimacy. It can also turn a girl off significantly. It's important to read her body language and respond in turn. Respect her boundaries. If a woman says no, understand that you should stop right there. If a woman shows signs of disinterest, don't persist. If a woman shows signs of being uncomfortable, stop being a creep. If a woman says she's not into something now or never, respect that and don't try to persuade her into doing anything she doesn't want to. Respect her decisions. She wears lots of makeup? Fine. Let her know if it makes her happy then she can go all for it, she looks incredible with or without. She wants to wear wacky clothes that show lots of skin? Okay. It isn't your place to tell her what she can and cannot do. Look your best. Looks do matter. If you want to win a girl over, give some extra time and though into grooming yourself and styling yourself when you know you're going to be around her. Pick clothes that make you feel comfortable and that flatter your body. Shower regularly and try to get in shape. Don't over-think it. Women aren't prizes to be won or ladders to be climbed. Strictly speaking, you don't "win" a girl. You get to know them, and you form a relationship with them. Sometimes, attraction is there. Sometimes not. If you want to get to know someone better, there's no better way than to go up to her and ask. Rejection happens. If you're not right for someone, take it as a good sign. There are lots of other people who you're more compatible with. Don't waste your time on someone you're not right with.
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Just start saying hello. Start striking up conversations. Find an excuse to hang out one-on-one. Reach out via Facebook or text. Slow down. Ask her questions about her interests. Give her your undivided attention. Listen actively. Text her promptly. Let your sense of humor through. Be supportive. Have positive energy. Tease her gently. Go easy on the compliments. Be respectful. Look your best. Don't over-think it.
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How to Play 21 (Basketball)
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If you want to play 21 with a couple of friends, first, determine who takes the first shot by taking turns shooting at the rim and whoever hits the rim first gets possession of the ball. Once the game starts, have the person with possession try to shoot a basket from the 3-point line. If your court doesn't have a 3-point line, improvise with a marker that's roughly 20 feet away from the net. As the player shoots, have everyone else try to stop them from making the basket and if they stop the ball, they get 2 points. Anytime someone makes a shot from anywhere on the court other than the 3-point line, they get 2 points and a chance to earn another point by shooting from the free-throw line. In basic rules, the first player to reach 21 points wins.
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Find other players. Round up two or more people. Each person is their own team. Everyone keeps track of their own score. Designate the free-throw line. On a regulation basketball court, this is a straight horizontal line. Usually, this is 15 feet (4.6 m) from the basket. However, if you're playing on a driveway or smaller court, you can improvise. Designate the 3-point line. This is the large semi-circle that encloses the free-throw line on a regulation court. Usually, this is 23.75 feet (7.24 m) from the basket. Feel free to improvise on a smaller court. Establish the rules. Every game of 21 has its basic rules. However, you and the other players can make adjustments to create a challenge or make things easier for beginners. Some common rules are: Regular shots are worth 2 points each. You can make them anywhere on the court except the free-throw or 3-point line. 3-point shots are worth 3 points each. Make them from the 3-point line. Free-throw shots are worth 1 point each. Make them from the free-throw line. Determine who takes the first shot. Take turns shooting at the hoop rim. The first person to hit the rim takes possession of the ball. You could adjust this rule so that you have to get the ball in the basket in order to take possession. Start the game. The player with possession shoots the ball at the 3-point line. All other players try to stop them from making the basket. This is called busting-in or breaking-in the ball. A successful bust gets the opponent 2 points. Get extra shots. Each 2-point shot you make earns you a 1-point shot from the free-throw line. After you make 3 shots in a row, one of your opponents can check you in a one-on-one match-up. If you make that shot, you get 2 points. If you miss your free throw, try to stop your opponents from putting the ball back in the basket. Clear the ball. Dribble the ball outside the 3-point line. This happens if someone misses the 2-point shot and one of their opponents rebounds the ball. The player with the ball can't shoot before clearing. Continue the game. Shoot additional 1- 2-, and 3-point shots until someone gets 21 points. In basic rules, the first player to 21 wins. You could end the game there or have a rematch. Penalize tip-ins. In a tip-in, one player shoots the ball toward the basket but misses. Meanwhile, another player jumps, catches the ball, and scores before it hits the ground. Make the game more challenging by reducing the score of the “tipped” shooter (the one who missed their shot). You can reduce it to 13 or a lower number if the player has less than 13 points. To make it even more interesting, reduce the score to zero. Don’t stop at 21 points. Make a rule that the winner must have at least 21 points and lead by a set number of points. For example, you could agree to continue beyond 21 points until someone leads by 2, 4, or more points. Penalize a missed free-throw. Sometimes, a player will have to make a free-throw shot in order to make it to 21. If they miss, their score gets rolled back to 13 points.
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Find other players. Designate the free-throw line. Designate the 3-point line. Establish the rules. Determine who takes the first shot. Start the game. Get extra shots. Clear the ball. Continue the game. Penalize tip-ins. Don’t stop at 21 points. Penalize a missed free-throw.
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How to Become a Pro Wrestler and Train at a Young Age
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If you want to train to be a pro wrestler, start by learning the single-leg takedown and double-leg takedown, which are two of the most basic offensive moves. Then, practice spin drills by asking a friend to kneel on the floor in a tabletop position, hooking your arm underneath his armpit, leaning into his back, and rotating your lower body like a top to reach your friend's other side. Working on these wrestling moves is important, but so is strength training, so incorporate pull-ups, push-ups, dips, squats, and kettle bell swings into your daily workout. Finally, make sure you are getting the right nutrients by loading up on foods that are high in carbs and proteins.
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Learn some basic offensive moves. Two of the moves young wrestlers learn first are the single-leg takedown and the double-leg takedown. To do the single-leg takedown, grab one of your opponent's legs and use your position to force them to the ground. In a double-leg takedown, grab both legs at the same time. The most important thing is not how many moves you know, but that you're comfortable in the basic positions and that you go into your matches with an idea of what positions you're going to use. Don't focus on learning all the moves at once. Instead, focus on learning one or two and getting as good at them as you can be. Run spin drills. To do this, you will need a partner. Have your partner kneel on the floor with their palms facedown so their body looks like a tabletop. Hook one of your arms underneath your partner's armpits. Rotate your body by leaning onto your partner's back and spinning your lower body like a top. When you reach your opponent's other side, hook your arms into their other armpit, then immediately turn around and come back the other way. After you've run this drill for a while, switch places so that you become the base and run the drill again. Try to run this drill for 15 minutes every day. Find a team. A popular option for children under the age of ten is to start in a freestyle/Greco-Roman wrestling club. This is a great option, because these clubs utilize folkstyle, which is the style of wrestling that is practiced in high schools and colleges in the United States. Training in folkstyle will give you a nice head start if you're looking to compete later on in your academic career. Select a team that focuses more on fitness and technicality, rather than competition. When training at a young age, fundamentals are more important than winning tournaments. Invest in the appropriate gear. In order to wrestle safely, you will need to secure the following equipment. All of the following equipment can be bought at a sporting goods store, or found in your own home. Wrestling shoes Headgear Loose fitting clothing that doesn't have any buttons, jewelry, zippers or metal. Work hard and follow the path to becoming a pro wrestler. Becoming a pro-wrestler is a path that can take decades. Most pro-wrestlers spent years honing their skills on the mat. Once you join a team, compete in elementary school and go out for your middle school and high school teams. Look for a college with a strong wrestling program or skip college and get trained by a wrestling school in your area. Branch out into other sports to become the most well rounded athlete you can possibly be. Try to work with people who have connections in the industry, so they can help you secure an agent. Getting signed is very important in order to be recruited as a professional. Be kind and work hard so people want to work with you. Do not become discouraged by your setbacks. Losing matches is part of competing. The more matches you lose, the more you'll appreciate the ones you win. Introduce strength training into your workout routine. Strength training is what most wrestlers use to improve their physical strength and power. There are differing opinions over when the appropriate age is to start strength training, but certain exercises can be done at any state of physical development. Some exercises that are appropriate for children as young as elementary school include: Kettle bell swings –Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Squat down, and grip your kettle bell with palms facing you and thumbs wrapped around the handle. Stand up and swing the kettle bell to chest height. Bring the kettle bell back down between your knees and repeat. Swing from your hips and legs to avoid hurting your back. For more information, go here. Battle ropes – to do these, you'll need a set of battle ropes. Grip the rope handle in your hands and make waves with the rope, as fast as possible. Try to do two sets of one minute each. Pull ups Push ups Dips Tumbling Squats Work on your grip strength. Grip strength is important because it allows you to maintain control over your opponents. Good exercises for grip strength include hanging onto the chin-up bar, rope climbing using only your arms and wrist rolls. To do wrist rolls, you will need a wrist roller. A wrist roller is a stick attached to a weight by a length of rope. To do a wrist roll, grip your wrist roller in both hands and lift your arms until they are fully extended in front of you. Rotate one wrist at a time towards your body, so that the stick rolls the weight up towards your face. Once the weight has reached the bar, rotate your wrists the other way to roll the weight back towards the floor. Work on your speed. Speed is an incredibly important attribute in wrestling, so you'll want to work on getting as fast as you can. To improve your quickness, try incorporating the following exercises into your workout routine: Jumping rope Ladder drills – to do this, set up a ladder lying face-down in your back yard. Run through the ladder, making sure to step into the center of every rung. Focus on swinging your arms and lifting your knees high. Shadow wrestling – this is a great option if you don't have a partner. Visualize that you're in a fight and execute the moves that you would make. Try to make the movements as realistic as you would if you were in a real wrestling match. Line Hops – To do this, lay two jump ropes on the ground, side by side (they should be about two feet apart.) Push off one of your feet and hop to the outside of the other line. Hop back and forth between the two lines until you've reached the end. Try to do thirty line hops in a row. Increase your protein levels. Most children (especially child athletes) are only getting 25% of the protein their bodies actually need. To increase your protein levels, try eating two eggs for breakfast, a peanut butter and jelly or turkey sandwich for lunch and chicken for dinner. When you snack, snack on cheeses or yogurts as these are also high in protein. Eat foods that are high in carbs. Carbs come in two forms: simple and complex. You'll want to focus on eating complex carbs. To do this, add more breads, grains and cereals to your diet. Try to cut back on simple carbs. Some simple carbs, like fruit, are good, but soda and cookies are not. If you need some sugar, eat an apple or a banana. Control your water intake. Most wrestlers have to gain and drop weight in a very short amount of time in order to make weight. Learning how to control your water is one easy way to lose or gain weight in a quick period of time. In order to control your water effectively, follow these steps: Drink one gallon of water per day. Two days before you're scheduled to weigh in, drink 50% less water. One day before you weigh in, drink 25% less water. On your weigh in day, do not drink water until after you have weighed in.
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Learn some basic offensive moves. Run spin drills. Find a team. Invest in the appropriate gear. Work hard and follow the path to becoming a pro wrestler. Introduce strength training into your workout routine. Work on your grip strength. Work on your speed. Increase your protein levels. Eat foods that are high in carbs. Control your water intake.
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How to Make Quick Money Online
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To make quick money online, try signing up for online survey sites, but avoid signing up for sites that ask for your credit card information, or require you to make purchases. Alternatively, sign up for Amazon's Mechanical Turk where you can get paid for completing simple tasks, like looking at a picture and describing it. You can also try providing services online such as writing, accounting, and tutoring through freelance sites like Elance or Fiverr. However, be aware that it takes time to build a reputation and make money from such sites.
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Sell your things on online marketplaces. Instead of having a yard sale, sell things on Craigslist. Craigslist is more convenient than a yard sale, and more people will see your items. Over 40 million people use the website every month. Look in your closet and garage for old bicycles, artwork, furniture, housewares - anything you want to sell. Each larger city has their own Craigslist section. Scroll through to see how other people set up their ads. Craigslist allows you to place items for sale free of charge. Unlike other websites, they do not take part in the transaction. Most of it is done in person, so you do not have to give them a fee. However, there is no buyer and seller protection, so be careful when you sell on the website. If you have DVDs, CDs, or old textbooks, try selling them on Amazon. Amazon will take a small percentage of your profit with each sale. You are responsible for the shipment and condition of each item on Amazon. The site uses a feedback system so you can build a reputation as a seller. Try selling clothes through online consignment shops. Sites like Thredup, Threadflip, Twice, and The Real Real send you prepaid shipping bags. You send them your clothes, they go through a quality check, and if they are accepted, they put them online. They take a small percentage of your sale. Poshmark allows you to sell your clothes and ship them yourself. Put stuff up for online auctions. eBay is a great place to sell your unwanted items. On eBay, you can sell anything from clothes to action figures to cars. Choose between an auction or a flat rate buy it now price. eBay takes a small percentage of your earnings each time you sell something. eBay works on a feedback system, so you can build a reputation as a good, trustworthy seller, which will help you sell more. Sell homemade items. If you are a crafty person, try selling your creations on Etsy, an online shop for homemade items. On Etsy, you can sell everything from homemade soaps and candles to hand knitted scarves. All transactions occur through Etsy, either through PayPal or with a credit card. Examples of things you can sell include art prints and postcards; homemade jewelry; crocheted small animals ; essential oils; and bird houses. Think about charging something reasonable so people will be interested, but that reflects the amount of time and effort spent creating the item. Each listing on Etsy costs a small amount, and they take a small fee from your earnings when you sell an item. Publish an eBook. If you have written a novel, self-publish it through Amazon, set a price, and sell it. You can sell the eBook for as little or as much as you want. After you publish it, make sure to advertise it to your friends and family. Advertise it on social media so people will know about it and buy it. Think about writing a non-fiction book on a topic you are an expert in. Provide services online. Freelancing your services is a good way to make some extra cash. Provide services such as editing, proofreading, writing short articles, tutoring, horoscope readings, or any other service you are qualified to provide. Try Elance. They list technical, data entry, accounting, and other freelance jobs. You submit bids to jobs. Be prepared for a few rejections at first. Fiverr is a site where you can sell your professional and unique talents for $5. Anything from fixing Ikea furniture to selling cartoon voice overs can be found on the site. It may take some time to build a reputation, but once you start gaining a reputation, it can be a great way to share your abilities. Sign up for Amazon's Mechanical Turk. Mechanical Turk is an Amazon service where you complete simple Human Intelligent Tasks in exchange for a small fee. Some of the tasks ask you to look at a picture and describe it for $0.08. Others might ask you to complete a survey for $2. You can transfer money into your account when you have made $10. To make money through Mechanical Turk, you have to do multiple tasks. In an hour, you might only make $6. However, if you are persistent and keep at it, the money may start to add up. Try doing Mechanical Turk during your down time. When you have five free minutes, log on and complete a few. Don't bother with the extremely low paying tasks. They probably aren't worth your time. Take online surveys. Research companies use online surveys to get consumer feedback. In the last few years, these surveys have become more legitimate and reliable. Most of them are connected to PayPal accounts and will dispense money into your account after completing surveys. This is not a way to get rich quick, but you might be able to earn $50 here and there for a few hours of your time. Make sure you don't fall for scam surveys. These surveys will lure you into inputting your credit card information, or try to get you to buy their credit card or materials. Sign up for multiple survey sites to maximize your survey opportunities. Some sites will only send out 1-2 surveys a month. Try Pinecone Research, My Survey, iPoll, or Toluna to start. Get paid for surfing the internet. Some sites pay you for using their search engine. You accumulate points by clicking on ads, playing games, taking surveys, and simply browsing. Some of these sites pay you in gift cards instead of money, so if that is not what you are looking for, this might not be the site for you. Try Swagbucks and Gift Hulk. Both sites offer search engines that allow you to accumulate points while surfing the internet, and also provide places for you to complete surveys and do other tasks. Be careful not to get addicted to these sites. You can waste away a lot of time completing surveys and clicking on the next ad. Use it for everyday searches, or when you are bored and want to kill some time. Be realistic. Most quick money-making schemes are suspect and few will deliver what they promise. Most of these options will yield pocket money, and nothing more. Know how to spot the frauds: Don't send off your own money to make money. If the site is legitimate, they'll pay you for your services, not the other way round. Do your homework and background research before joining any "get- ich quick" scheme online. The same scams are online that have already thrived offline. Beware pyramid selling schemes and MLM (multi-level marketing). Most of these are ways to take your money, not make you money.
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Sell your things on online marketplaces. Put stuff up for online auctions. Sell homemade items. Publish an eBook. Provide services online. Sign up for Amazon's Mechanical Turk. Take online surveys. Get paid for surfing the internet. Be realistic.
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How to Get Fit in a Month
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Even if you only have a month, you can still increase your fitness through exercise and a healthy diet. Begin by exercising for 20 minutes per day to work on strength and endurance. It doesn't need to be anything major, as a quick walk on your lunch break or taking the stairs instead of the elevator is a great start. Try to incorporate 5 to 10 minutes of aerobic exercise into your routine to raise your heart rate and build up to 30 minutes per day over time. Swimming, dancing, or running are all good options. While you're getting fit, stick to a healthy diet rather than crash dieting. Make overall lifestyle changes instead of trying to lose weight fast, as this can lead to a weakened immune system and weight gain.
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Consider your current health. If you have a current serious health condition, such as heart disease, you should talk to your doctor before embarking on a new exercise or diet plan. If you are generally healthy, you can safely make changes to your regime, but slow down if you notice dizziness or have difficulty breathing. Record data about your current fitness level. By monitoring your fitness level, you will be able to record how much progress you've made over the course of a month. You can also identify areas of particular difficulty. Assess your cardiovascular fitness. Cardiovascular fitness is a measure of how well your heart and lungs do at providing oxygen to your muscles when you move. The cardiovascular system is one of the most important organ systems in your body, and improving cardiovascular fitness can lessen your chances of a number of serious diseases, including heart disease. Walk or run for twelve minutes and measure how far you went. The following distances are average for each age group: Men in their 20s: 1.37 – 1.49 miles (2.2 – 2.4 km) Women in their 20s: 1.11 – 1.37 miles (1.8 – 2.2 km) Men in their 30s: 1.18 – 1.42 miles (1.9 – 2.3 km) Women in their 30s: 1.05 – 1.24 miles (1.7 – 2 km) People in their 40s: 1– 1.25 miles (1.6 – 2 km) People in their 50s: 1.19–1.26 miles (1.9 – 2 km) People in their 60s: 1.12–1.18 miles (1.8 – 1.9 km) Assess your muscular strength and stamina. Muscular strength is a measure of how well you can use your muscles and connective tissue to move and complete activities. Improved muscular strength is associated with improved energy, better posture, fewer injuries, and greater levels of health in old age. Hold a plank position. Get on all fours and support yourself with your forearms, with elbows directly under your shoulders. Extend your legs and keep your back flat. You are supporting your weight with your arms and toes. A 90-second hold is an average result if you are in your forties. See how many squats you can do. Get a group of people and make a chat.Put on "goals".Example:First person that does it does 5 squats. Next person 10. Next one 15, and so on until the last person does ?? squats.Or doe that with push-ups or sit-ups. Go hiking, jogging,biking, and do other exercises like that. Count how many push-ups you can do before needing to stop. Unless you already include push-ups in your exercise routine, do modified push-ups with your knees on the ground. Lie on the floor, face down, with your palms by your shoulders. Push yourself up, keeping your back straight, until your arms are straight. Lower yourself down again to within two inches of the floor. Completing 11 – 14 is average if you are in your forties. Stand with your back against a wall, with your feet about two feet away from the wall. Lower yourself by bending your knees until they are at about a ninety-degree angle. Hold yourself in this chair-like posture as long as you can. This is a measure of lower body strength. Staying in this posture for 19 – 26 seconds is average if you are in your forties. Assess your flexibility. Being able to move your joints through a full range of motion helps to prevent injury. It also increases blood flow to your muscles. Sit on the floor and reach forward. This is a measure of flexibility in your legs, hips, and back. How much do you need to bend your knees in order to reach your toes? A slight bend is average. Calculate your BMI. One convenient way to determine your body composition is the “Body Mass Index.” There are many BMI calculators available online, or you can calculate your BMI yourself. To calculate your body mass index (BMI), multiply your height in inches by itself. Then, divide your weight in pounds by this number, and multiply by 703. In general, a BMI of between 18.5 and 25 is considered healthy; however, remember that these are only rough approximations and should be used with caution. While a high BMI is generally correlated with a high percentage of body fat, the middle ranges, especially, may not fully account for variations in body type. If you use the metric system, BMI is is your weight (in kilograms) over your height squared (in centimeters). BMI = ( Weight in Kilograms / ( Height in Meters x Height in Meters )) Use the data to set goals. In a month, you will not go from walking half a mile in twelve minutes to running a marathon. Instead, focus on setting goals that are achievable. For example, make it a goal to get three 2 km walks per week for a whole month. Or set a goal to do a resistance program twice a week for a whole month. These are achievable. Don’t try to do everything at once. Overhauling your diet, trying to lose weight, taking on more exercise, trying to build strength, eliminating bad habits: these are all worthy goals. But doing them all at the same time in one month is likely to be stressful rather than helpful. Choose one area to focus on, and know that there's plenty of time to address other aspects of a healthy lifestyle once you've got a good routine going in that area. Exercise regularly. Exercise can help you maintain a healthy weight and protect you from diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. It can also make you feel better and live longer. Official guidelines suggest performing at least 150 minutes of physical activity each week, with about 20 – 30 minutes of that being vigorous activity. That works out to little more than twenty minutes per day of some kind of exercise, which you can break down further into ten minute chunks. Start small. You don't need to run at full speed for twenty minutes every morning. Taking a ten-minute walk at lunchtime and incorporating some jumping jacks, dancing, or easy stretching into your evening routine is already a great start. If you are already fit, exercise more, if you want to. As long as you're not injuring yourself, increased exercise is generally correlated with greater benefits. Look for ways to incorporate exercise into your daily routine. For example, walk for part or all of your commute instead of taking the car or transit. Get aerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise raises your heart rate and increases your ability to breathe. You can start with five or ten minutes of aerobic exercise. Take a walk, and make five or ten minutes of it very brisk, for example. Slowly build up how much time you spend, until by the end of the month at least half an hour of your weekly exercise is spent in vigorous aerobic exercise. If you're doing vigorous aerobic exercise, you should be working hard enough that you can only say a few words before stopping to catch your breath and you should be perspiring. Vary your routine to maintain interest. Running, dancing, swimming, and some sports can all provide good aerobic exercise. Include some strength training. Exercise focused on building muscle mass also builds stronger bones and boosts your stamina. In addition, it may make it easier for you to burn calories efficiently and thus keep off excess weight. Don't over-exert yourself: use only enough weight or resistance so that your muscles are tired after ten to twelve repetitions. Slowly build up to heavier weight or greater resistance each week, being carefully not to add more than you can handle in ten to twelve repetitions. Body weight exercises use your own body as resistance. These include push-ups, pull-ups, crunches, squats, and lunges. Dumbbells, barbells, and resistance bands can all be purchased or used in a gym in order to add more resistance to your workout. You can also make use of ordinary household items, such as cans of soup or jugs filled with water. Stretch to become more flexible. Stretch slowly into a position of mild discomfort and hold the position for at least 20 and up to 30 seconds, breathing normally throughout. Be sure to include at least a few minutes of stretching or flexibility training into your new routine. Start with one kind of stretch and learn it well over the course of a week; in the following three weeks, try adding stretches that target three other muscle groups. You should do flexibility exercises once your body is already warmed up. Try to do them once you're already warm and breathing hard from a brisk walk, for example. Don’t be afraid to start small. If you feel overwhelmed or have not been active for a long time, don't force yourself to change overnight. Any exercise is better than none at all. Look for ways to include regular, comfortable exercise, such as fifteen minute walk on your lunch break. Then start adding time and intensity. Try tai chi, especially if you have multiple health conditions or are older. Based on an ancient Chinese form of martial art, tai chi emphasizes breathing, flowing motion, and exercise that works the entire body. It improves overall fitness as well as posture and balance. Joining a tai chi class for a month may help you find the focus and structure you need to start getting fit. Focus on health and maintenance rather than dramatic weight loss. Crash diets weaken your immune system, may damage your heart, and can cause future weight gain. Instead of setting hard-to-reach weight-loss goals, make lifestyle changes to improve the health of your diet overall. A healthy rate of weight loss is between half a pound and two pounds per week. In a month, you should lose no more than eight pounds, maximum. Don't restrict calories too much. Calculate how many calories you need based on your age and size. Choose a diet that you can stick to. If you are going to try a set diet this month, choose wisely. Low-fat and low-carbohydrate diets have similar outcomes when it comes to losing weight though there is some evidence that low-carbohydrate diets are more effective. Still, the most significant factor is adhering to a diet, rather than the details of the diet itself. Be realistic about your preferences as well as how you buy and prepare food when choosing a diet method. Eat slowly. Your brain needs about twenty minutes from the time you start eating to signal that you're full. Eating more slowly will help you to consume fewer calories overall at a meal. Avoid empty calories and convenience foods. In general, you want to choose foods that have many nutrients per calorie, such as vegetables, leafy greens, whole grains, and fish. Look for foods with plenty of fiber, such as beans, peas, nuts, and vegetables. To get started this month, focus on one category or meal that you can make more healthy. For example, you could replace sweetened drinks such as soda with water or unsweetened tea or coffee. Instead of drinking a can of soda in the afternoon, replace it with a cup of green tea. Pack fruit for a treat instead of cookies or candy. Commit to making one home-cooked, vegetable-based meal per week. Use this as an opportunity to experiment with new recipes and see what you like. Don’t rely on exercise. Exercise alone is unlikely to help you lose weight, though it does suppress hunger and burn calories. Be cautious about using supplements. While there is evidence that creatine supplements can help build muscle in serious weightlifting training, individual responses are very variable. Quit smoking. If you smoke, quitting may be the single most beneficial thing you can do this month for your health. Smoking has negative effects on nearly every major organ in your body. Exposure to tobacco and secondhand smoke is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. The first month after quitting smoking can be very difficult, with symptoms of withdrawal including trouble sleeping, fatigue, anxiety, and irritability appearing within the first few days. The good news is that these symptoms start to fade after the first two weeks. Each urge to smoke will last about thirty seconds before retreating. Make a plan for how to deal with these urges. Deep breathing, drinking cold water, eating a mint, or calling a friend are all examples of ways to cope with the urge to smoke until it subsides. Nicotine patches and gum can also help alleviate cravings. Talk to your doctor for more information if you need help. Drink alcohol only moderately. Moderate drinking, defined in the United States as no more than one drink a day for women and one to two drinks for men, has been associated with some health benefits. Drinking more than that, however, can cause serious health problems. Taking a month off from drinking altogether can have immediate benefits for your liver, as well as helping you reduce caloric intake overall. If you crave alcohol, have trouble stopping drinking once you've started, or notice symptoms of withdrawal from alcohol, you may have a more serious problem. Talk to your doctor or a counselor if you are concerned about your drinking. Do yoga. Yoga combines strengthening and stretching exercise with meditation and a focus on the breath. It has been shown to help the body regulate stress hormones. Yoga is beneficial to overall mental and physical health. Find a style of yoga that resonates with you. Some yoga classes are focused on relaxation and meditation, while others provide a more robust workout. Sample a few this month and see what might be a good fit. Check out a few area yoga studios. Many yoga studios have specials for new students, allowing you to sample their classes without a big financial commitment up front. Look for online yoga classes. While it's helpful to have a teacher when you're first starting out, online classes can make it easier to practice at home and on a budget. Get enough sleep. Adults generally need seven to nine hours of good sleep each night. If you have difficulty waking up, you may not be getting enough high-quality sleep. In addition to making you feel better, adequate, good-quality sleep helps you to stay at a healthy weight and lowers your risk of certain diseases, including diabetes. Maintain a regular schedule, going to bed and waking up at similar times every day. Spend the hour before bed in quiet activities, such as reading or taking a warm bath. Keep your sleeping area cool, dark, and quiet. Talk to your doctor if you're having serious trouble sleeping, never feel rested despite sleeping, or are having trouble adapting to new work shifts that disrupt your sleep. Have a healthy sex life. In addition to being a moderate form of exercise, sex can boost your immune system, lower blood pressure, and help you relax. Having sex, including genital stimulation and orgasm, twice a week is correlated with significant health benefits.
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Consider your current health. Record data about your current fitness level. Assess your cardiovascular fitness. Assess your muscular strength and stamina. Assess your flexibility. Calculate your BMI. Use the data to set goals. Don’t try to do everything at once. Exercise regularly. Get aerobic exercise. Include some strength training. Stretch to become more flexible. Don’t be afraid to start small. Try tai chi, especially if you have multiple health conditions or are older. Focus on health and maintenance rather than dramatic weight loss. Choose a diet that you can stick to. Eat slowly. Avoid empty calories and convenience foods. Don’t rely on exercise. Be cautious about using supplements. Quit smoking. Drink alcohol only moderately. Do yoga. Get enough sleep. Have a healthy sex life.
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