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https://www.wikihow.com/Get-the-Best-Pictures-on-a-3D-Ultrasound
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How to Get the Best Pictures on a 3D Ultrasound
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To get the best picture on a 3D ultrasound, schedule your ultrasound between 26 and 30 weeks of pregnancy, as this is when fat forms in a baby's face but is before the baby moves deeper into the pelvis. One two two weeks before the appointment, start drinking a lot of fluid so you can clear amniotic fluid and get a clearer photograph. Then, right before the appointment, eat natural sugars like bananas or cherries to wake the baby up for the ultrasound.
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Schedule the ultrasound for the right time in pregnancy. You want to make sure you get your ultrasound in during a time in pregnancy where good pictures are more likely. It's recommended that you wait until after 26 weeks, as this is when fat begins to form in a baby's face. You should get the ultrasound done before 30 weeks. After 30 weeks, your baby will move deeper into your pelvis and this can make it harder to find the baby's face. Ask your doctor about the position of your baby's placenta. If it's at the front of your womb, known as an anterior placenta, it's best to get an ultrasound done around 28 weeks. Even with proper planning, your baby may be turned away from the camera at the time of the ultrasound. Even if you do not get an image of your baby's face, you'll still have some 3D images of your child prior to birth. Plan around your baby's sleep schedule, if possible. If your baby is awake, you may end up getting better 3D ultrasounds. It can be hard to gauge when a baby is sleeping, but you may notice your baby tends to move more during certain hours of the day. If your baby is usually kicking around 3 in the afternoon, for example, try to schedule an ultrasound around then. Drink lots of water one to two weeks before your appointment. Many doctors who administer 3D ultrasounds report that increased fluid intake can help with 3D ultrasound images. This can help clear up the amniotic fluid surrounding the baby, resulting in clearer photographs. Try to drink at least 8 glasses of water that contain 8 ounces each day in the weeks leading up to the ultrasound. As your appointment gets closer, make an effort to drink more water than normal. Carry a water bottle with you to work or around the house. Have a glass of water nearby at all times. If you're not a big water drinker, consider trying flavored water or adding slices of fruit or veggies to a glass of water to make it tastier. Snack on natural sugars right before your appointment. You want to make sure your baby is awake for the ultrasound, if at all possible. Some doctors think eating natural sugars may wake a baby up, causing the baby to move around more during the scan. Before going in for your ultrasound, try eating a couple servings of fruit. Bananas, dates, cherries, figs, and pomegranates tend to have high sugar content. Try eating some of these fruits just before your ultrasound. Fruits like berries, watermelon, and cantaloupe have a somewhat low sugar content. While they won't hurt to eat before an ultrasound, they may not have as big an impact on the results. Wear proper clothing. Talk to your doctor before the appointment about how to dress. If you're having a transvaginal probe, you may want to wear clothing that fits loosely around the abdomen. This can make the exam easier for you and your doctor, increasing the likelihood of your doctor finding good images. Take a break and stretch. You may find, during the appointment, you are not getting the best images of the baby. If this is the case, ask your doctor if you can take a break. Walking around and stretches may stir your baby, causing him or her to shift positions. You may get a better look of your baby's face after walking around for a bit. If you cannot wake your baby up, try not to be too disappointed. While it can be a let down to not get photos of your baby smiling and moving, sleeping pictures can also provide you a good look at your infant. Relax and stay comfortable. It's important to relax during an ultrasound. Some doctors believe babies can sense when their mothers are tense, which could lead to less movement during photos. Bring your partner or trusted friend with you. Choose someone who's good at keeping you calm, especially during times of stress. Try engaging in deep, calming breaths if you feel yourself getting tense. It can help to focus on the rhythm of your breathing to try and stay calm. If you're uncomfortable, ask the technician or doctor if you can shift slightly. You'll be more calm if you're in a position where you feel at ease. Familiarize yourself with the setbacks. The American Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends against 3D ultrasounds. Such procedures are not medically necessary. There are currently no known risks, but the technology is fairly new and risks could be discovered in the future. A 3D ultrasound is meant only to obtain a picture of the baby. Therefore, those conducting exams may miss abnormalities. Conversely, a minor issue with the baby may be misdiagnosed as a major abnormality. This can cause unnecessary stress during a pregnancy. If you choose to have a 3D ultrasound, have a regular ultrasound conducted by your regular OB/GYN as well. You want to make sure you catch any abnormalities with your baby. A 3D ultrasound is not a substitute for proper medical care. Prepare for hefty fees. As they are not medically necessary, your insurance may not pay for a 3D ultrasound. The ultrasound can be expensive. If you choose to get an ultrasound done, make sure you're prepared for a large bill. Weigh the costs of medical care during pregnancy, as well as the coming costs of childcare and preparing your home for a new baby. Make sure a 3D ultrasound is within your budget. Talk to your OB/GYN before scheduling the ultrasound. A 3D ultrasound is not usually harmful to a developing fetus. However, talk to your regular OB/GYN before scheduling a 3D ultrasound. You want to make sure your regular doctor thinks the procedure is safe for you and your baby. You also want to make sure you're getting medical ultrasounds throughout your pregnancy to assure your baby is healthy.
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Schedule the ultrasound for the right time in pregnancy. Plan around your baby's sleep schedule, if possible. Drink lots of water one to two weeks before your appointment. Snack on natural sugars right before your appointment. Wear proper clothing. Take a break and stretch. Relax and stay comfortable. Familiarize yourself with the setbacks. Prepare for hefty fees. Talk to your OB/GYN before scheduling the ultrasound.
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How to Make Ganache
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To make ganache, you will need 12 ounces of semisweet, bittersweet, or milk chocolate and 1 cup of heavy cream. Finely chop the chocolate before putting it into a heat-proof bowl. Next boil the cream over a medium heat. After removing it from the burner, slowly add it to the chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes before serving. Also, you can refrigerate unused ganache and reheat over a double boiler.
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Chop your chocolate. The higher-quality chocolate you use, the better your ganache will turn out. With a serrated knife, finely chop the chocolate until there are no chunks of it left. This ensures that it will melt evenly. Place in a heat-proof bowl. Bring your cream to a boil over medium high. Bring the cream to a boil on your stovetop. When it's come to a boil, immediately remove from the burner Slowly mix cream and chocolate. Pour a little bit of cream at a time into the bowl, then stir. Once all the cream is in, stir until smooth. It should have a glossy texture. Now would be the time to add in any liquor to give your ganache a little bit of a kick. Your ganache might also profit from some flavorings. A teaspoon of vanilla extract does wonders; a bit of peppermint oil gives the ganache a cool burst of flavor. Let stand 10 minutes to cool, then serve with cakes, cookies, or whatever you else desire! Refrigerate your unused ganache. When you're ready to bake the next batch of cookies or coat your next chocolate cake, simply reheat the ganache over a double boiler. Finished. Tweak the different proportions depending on what you use the ganache for. Making basic ganache is a piece of cake. Getting the ganache so that it's perfectly suited for its partner in crime in another story. Here are some proportions that you can use as a guideline when making ganache. For glazes, particularly hard glazes — 3 parts chocolate to 1 part heavy cream, along with a tablespoon or more of corn syrup For truffles — 2 parts chocolate to 1 part heavy cream For cake filling — equal parts chocolate and heavy cream For soft icing — 1 part chocolate to 2 parts heavy cream Create whipped ganache by refrigerating and then whipping. Take your basic chocolate ganache and set it in the refrigerator so that it's just a tad cool before whipping. Pour the ganache into a metal or ceramic bowl and then beat with an electric whipper, just as you would make whipped cream out of heavy cream. Make ganache for piping. Let the ganache cool completely and thicken up some. When you can spoon your ganache into a piping back and it holds its form, its ready for action.
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Chop your chocolate. Bring your cream to a boil over medium high. Slowly mix cream and chocolate. Let stand 10 minutes to cool, then serve with cakes, cookies, or whatever you else desire! Finished. Tweak the different proportions depending on what you use the ganache for. Create whipped ganache by refrigerating and then whipping. Make ganache for piping.
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How to Make Your Hair Soft and Silky
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To make your hair soft and silky, try applying natural hair masks that include ingredients like avocado, bananas, egg yolks, mayonnaise, and applesauce. You can also rinse your hair with natural products like beer or apple cider vinegar, and store-bought hot oil treatments may also be effective. Try to avoid using heat styling tools like blow dryers and flat irons and limit shampooing to every other day to prevent damage and split ends.
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Make a mask with avocados and banana. Avocados and banana may also help to give you soft, silky hair. Mash one avocado and one banana together to form a paste. Massage the paste into your hair, making sure to cover all of your strands. Allow the mask to set for an hour, and then rinse out. The combination of avocado and banana may also help to reduce the appearance of split ends and add elasticity to your locks. Apply avocados and egg yolks. You can also mix an avocado with an egg yolk for a hair softening mask. Mix the avocado and egg yolk together in a bowl until they form a paste. Then apply the mixture to your hair and leave it on for about 30 minutes. Then, rinse the mixture out of your hair with lukewarm water. You may also want to shampoo your hair to remove all traces of the egg yolks. Prepare a mayonnaise mask. Mayonnaise is made of emulsified egg yolks and oil, which can provide your hair with oils to make it soft and shiny. Completely coat your hair in mayonnaise and leave it on for about 30 minutes. Once the mayo has soaked into your hair, rinse it out with warm water followed by a regular wash of shampoo and conditioner. Use full-fat mayonnaise for the best results. Do not use mayonnaise if you are allergic to eggs. Give yourself a gelatin mask. Gelatin can also help to make your hair soft and silky. To restore protein to your hair, mix one tablespoon of unflavored gelatin and one tablespoon of warm water. Then apply the mixture to your hair. Leave the mixture on your hair for about 10 minutes, and then rinse it out. Follow this treatment up by shampooing and conditioning your hair. Use aloe vera as a hair mask. Aloe vera gel may also help to make your hair soft and silky.You can use aloe that you get directly from a plant or purchase a bottle of 100% aloe vera gel. Apply the gel to your hair, massaging it in around the roots and working towards the tips. Use enough aloe to coat your hair from root to tip. Let the aloe gel sit on your hair for about 30 minutes, and then rinse it out. Follow up this treatment with a regular hair wash using shampoo and conditioner. Try an applesauce mask. Get a cup of applesauce or make your own applesauce by boiling a couple of apples (core and peel removed) in water until they are soften and then draining the water and mashing them. If you make your own applesauce, then make sure that you let it cool down to room temperature before you apply it to your hair. Then, apply the applesauce to your hair from the roots to the tips. Leave it for 30 minutes and then rinse it out. Finish the treatment by shampooing and conditioning your hair. Make an egg yolk mask. Combine three egg yolks with one tablespoon of olive oil and one tablespoon of honey. Beat the ingredients together until they are well combined. Then, apply the mixture to all of your hair. Let this sit on your hair under a shower cap for 30 minutes. Then, rinse your hair and use shampoo and conditioner to completely remove all traces of the egg. Shower with warm but not too hot water as it may cook the egg yolks in your hair making it difficult to remove. If you do not like the smell or mess of raw eggs, you can also buy a ready egg oil. This also eliminates the risk of salmonella infection or allergy coming from raw eggs. Do a hot oil treatment. Heat four tablespoons of coconut, olive, almond, or castor oil in a pan until it is slightly warm to the touch, but not hot. Pour this warmed oil into your hair, and use your fingers to massage it into your roots and scalp. When all of your strands have been coated with the warm oil, put a shower cap over your hair and then wrap the outside of the shower cap with a hot towel. The heat from the oil and the towel will open the pores in your scalp, allowing the oil to soak in and soften your hair. After about 10 minutes, rinse out the oil and wash your hair as usual. Soak your hair in oil at night. Before you go to bed at night, cover your hair with olive oil or egg oil. Massage the oil into the roots of your hair all the way to the ends and then cover it with a shower cap. You can also wrap a towel or bandana around your head to help keep the shower cap in place. Sleep with your hair wrapped, and then rinse the oil out in the morning. Follow up by shampooing and conditioning your hair as usual. Rinse your hair with beer. Rinsing your hair with beer may help to make it silky and soft. Try pouring a flat beer over your hair after you have finished washing it. Leave it on your hair for about five minutes and then rinse it out with cool water. Another alternative is to pour some beer into a spray bottle, and spritz it into your hair after you wash your hair. Then leave it in like a leave-in conditioner. Rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar can also help to make your hair soft and silky. Combine ½ a cup of apple cider vinegar with one cup of warm water. Spritz or pour the apple cider vinegar onto into your hair after you wash it and allow it to sit for about 10 minutes. Then, rinse the apple cider vinegar out of your hair with cool water. This treatment may also be helpful if you have dandruff or an itchy scalp. Skip a day when you wash your hair. Hair follicles produce natural oils that add shine and softness to your hair. Washing your hair repeatedly with harsh chemicals (such as those present in most shampoos) removes these oils. While these oils can build up and become greasy in appearance over time, washing your hair every day can also strip away the healthy oils. Try skipping a day or two between washes to help improve the look and feel of your hair. If your hair is very fine or if you sweat a lot, then you should wash your hair every day. Use dry shampoo between washes to keep your hair looking fresh and clean. People with fine and thin hair should wash their hair every other day while people with coarse or curly hair may only need to wash their hair once or twice a week. Leave some conditioner in your hair. Conditioner can give you soft silky hair, so it is a good idea to leave a little on your strands. When you condition your hair, don't rinse it for too long. Try to rinse your hair until most of the conditioner is out, but your hair still feels slick. This will help to ensure that your hair stays soft and silky all day. You may also want to wring the excess water out of your hair before you apply conditioner. This will help to ensure that your hair soaks up as much conditioner as possible. For fine or thin hair, only apply conditioner to your strands. Do not apply it to your roots. Use styling products with humectants. Humectants are special ingredients that absorb moisture into your hair from the air and environment around you. Read the ingredients label of your hair styling products, and choose products that contain ingredients such as: Glycerin Propylene glycol Butylene Glycol Dipropylene glycol Hexanediol Honey Agave nectar Stay away from heat products. Using blow dryers, flat irons, and curling irons can dry out your hair and create split ends. This dry, fragile, and broken hair will be difficult to smooth and appear dead and dull. Try using heating tools as little as possible, or avoid them altogether. Always let your hair air dry after you wash it. If you must use a blower, flat iron, or curling iron, apply a leave-in conditioner or spray in a heat protectant first. This will help to protect your hair as you style it. Occasional use of heat products can make your hair feel soft and look great, but repeated use will damage the hair. Trim off split ends. If you do not trim your hair for a long time, then split ends can develop. Split ends can make your hair look damaged and dry. Take time at least once every three to four months to get a hair trim to help prevent split ends and keep your hair looking healthy.
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Make a mask with avocados and banana. Apply avocados and egg yolks. Prepare a mayonnaise mask. Give yourself a gelatin mask. Use aloe vera as a hair mask. Try an applesauce mask. Make an egg yolk mask. Do a hot oil treatment. Soak your hair in oil at night. Rinse your hair with beer. Rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar. Skip a day when you wash your hair. Leave some conditioner in your hair. Use styling products with humectants. Stay away from heat products. Trim off split ends.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Take-Care-of-Yourself-When-You%27re-Sick
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How to Take Care of Yourself When You're Sick
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To take care of yourself when you're sick, sleep or stay in bed as much as you can to let your body recover. You should also turn off your phone and computer so you don't get tempted to work or browse online. Additionally, keep the lights low and close the curtains to create a relaxing atmosphere. Then, drink at least 8 glasses of water throughout the day to stay hydrated. If your throat or stomach feel irritated, drink plenty of warm broths and herbal tea, which have a soothing effect. For a fever or painful cough, try taking over-the-counter medicines, like a cough syrup or Tylenol.
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Call out of work. To take care of yourself when you're sick, you should give yourself time to relax and recover. If at all possible, let your employer know that you are sick and need to take a couple days off work. If you do need to work, try to minimize your tasks and stress as much as possible. Not going to work when you're sick is kind to your fellow employees. Tell your employer you don't want to spread germs. Sleep as much as you can. When you are sick, sleeping allows your body to recover. Let yourself sleep for as long as you need. If you can't sleep, stay in bed and rest as much as possible. You can also do relaxing activities in bed like reading, doing a crossword puzzle, or journaling. Exercise only if your symptoms are above the neck. If you have a common cold with symptoms such as a runny nose or sneezing, exercising moderately may help you feel better. It can, for instance, clear your nasal passage. Try walking instead of running, and take breaks whenever you feel that you need them. If you have symptoms of a fever or the flu, such as an upset stomach or a hacking cough, avoid exercising. It could make your symptoms worse. Keep the air moist. If you have a cold or cough, place a humidifier near your bed. Humidifiers add moisture to the air, which can help soothe the symptoms of a cold. You want the humidity level to be between 30 and 50 percent. Be sure to keep your humidifier clean and make sure that the humidity level isn't set too high. Having a dirty humidifier or a level that is too high can breed bacteria and make you more sick. Turn off your phone and computer. Having your phone and computer nearby may tempt you to work or scroll endlessly through social media. To resist that temptation, and to truly be able to rest, keep your computer and phone in a different area than where you are resting, or turn them off. Screen time also causes eye strain, and scrolling through a smartphone can increase feelings of nausea. Give yourself the gift of a screen-time break. Keep the lights low. To help you relax and possibly sleep, close the curtains in the room you're in and dim the lights. Consider moving a lamp to your bedside table so that you can turn it off and on without needing to get up. Get comfortable. Get lots of plump pillows for your bed, and load up with warm blankets. You want your bed to be inviting and cozy while you recover. Put on pajamas or even a onesie and warm socks while you rest to maximize your coziness. Drink warm fluids like broths, warm water, and tea. It is very important to keep yourself hydrated while you're sick, and warm drinks can help soothe your throat and stomach. Consider adding honey to warm water or tea for an additional soothing effect. Keep yourself hydrated. In addition to warm drinks, make sure you drink lots of water or sports drinks with electrolytes. Being sick can make you dehydrated, so drinking fluids is very important. Take Vitamin C. Some believe that Vitamin C can help shorten the duration of symptoms of a cold. You can get Vitamin C through taking supplements or from drinking orange juice. Take echinacea. Some studies show that echinacea can reduce the duration of a cold and lessen the severity of symptoms. When taking echinacea, use a tincture instead of the dried herb, as the drying process makes it less effective. Take 1-2 teaspoons of an echinacea tincture every 2-4 hours when you feel yourself getting a cold. Try taking zinc. Zinc is believed to help reduce the length of a cold. Take zinc lozenges or zinc syrup in the first 24 hours of your cold. There are some known side effects for taking zinc, so consider talking to your doctor before using this method. Zinc is considered safe when it is taken by mouth in the following doses: Ask a pediatrician if it is safe for your child under 4 to take zinc. 12 milligrams daily for children 4-8 years old 23 milligrams daily for children 9-13 years old 34 milligrams daily for children 14-18 years old 40 milligrams daily for adults 19 years old and older Indulge in a little bit of chocolate. Cocoa, or chocolate, contains a chemical called theobromine, which is believed to help fight the symptoms of a common cold. Given this, you can treat yourself to some chocolate while you're sick without any guilt. Try taking medicine to reduce your fever symptoms and muscle aches. If these symptoms are causing you to suffer, consider taking ibuprofen or acetaminophen, which is in Tylenol. These can help to reduce your fever and muscle aches as you heal. Take cough syrup or honey to help with severe coughing. If you have a severe and painful cough, try taking an over-the-counter cough syrup, or eating honey. Honey has been shown to be as effective as some common cough-suppressant ingredients. Honey and cough syrup won't help your throat heal, but they can make the symptoms more manageable while you get better. If you use honey, you can either eat it by itself out of a spoon, or mix it into tea or warm water. Cinnamon and honey mixed in warm water can prevent coughing and aide in getting better.
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Call out of work. Sleep as much as you can. Exercise only if your symptoms are above the neck. Keep the air moist. Turn off your phone and computer. Keep the lights low. Get comfortable. Drink warm fluids like broths, warm water, and tea. Keep yourself hydrated. Take Vitamin C. Take echinacea. Try taking zinc. Indulge in a little bit of chocolate. Try taking medicine to reduce your fever symptoms and muscle aches. Take cough syrup or honey to help with severe coughing.
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How to Shrink a Picture
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Shrinking your pictures is a great way to save on storage space on your computer. The easiest way to do this is to first open your picture in Adobe Reader. Select “Image” from the toolbar, then go to image size. You can then select the size of picture you want. If you don't have Adobe Reader, open Picasa, which is a free photo editing software you can download from Google. Go to “Export picture to folder,” then click the radio button that says “Resize to.”
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Open your image in Adobe Photoshop. This is one of the most popular programs for editing images, and also one of the most powerful. Resizing a picture can be done in a few simple steps. Click on "Image" from the toolbar, and then click on "Image Size" from the menu that appears. Choose the measurement you want to use to resize your image. In the menu that appears, you will see 2 boxes that read "Width" and "Height." Next to these boxes are drop-down menus that let you pick the units you are specifying; you can resize a picture by pixels, inches (or centimeters), or percentage. If you don't have a specific size in mind, choose the percentage option. Specify the desired size of your image. After choosing percentage, type in a number less than 100 in the "Width" and "Height" boxes to shrink the picture. For example, typing "50" will make your image 50 percent as big as it was before. Click the "OK" button. Save the image. Click on "File" from the toolbar and then click "Save." Open your image in Picasa. Picasa is an image editing program produced by Google, and it is available as a free download. If you don't have any image editing software installed on your computer, consider downloading Picasa. Resizing an image can be done in a few steps. Click on "File" from the toolbar, and then click on "Export Picture to Folder" from the menu that appears. Select the folder where you want to save the new, resized picture. Click on the "Browse" button on the Export menu and select the folder where you want the image to be saved. Click on the radio button that reads "Resize to. " Move the slider to the right of this button to indicate the desired size of your image. Click "OK" and the image will be saved. Navigate to the image's location on your hard drive. Right-click on the image's icon, and select "Open with" from the context menu that appears. Select "Microsoft Office Picture Manager" from the available options. When the program launches, click the "Edit Pictures" button. Locate the "Change Picture Size" heading at the bottom of the program's window. Click on the "Resize" option located under this heading. Choose the image's desired size in the menu that appears. Specify the new width and height of the image in pixels, and then click "OK" to resize the picture. If you don't like the results, you can always use the Undo feature. Save the image. Click on "File" from the toolbar, and click "Save" from the menu that appears. Open the picture in MS Paint. Click Resize and Skew. In the resize section, choose either percentage or pixel. Give your desired size. Click Save. The image will now be resized to the level you chose.
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Open your image in Adobe Photoshop. Click on "Image" from the toolbar, and then click on "Image Size" from the menu that appears. Choose the measurement you want to use to resize your image. Specify the desired size of your image. Save the image. Open your image in Picasa. Click on "File" from the toolbar, and then click on "Export Picture to Folder" from the menu that appears. Select the folder where you want to save the new, resized picture. Click on the radio button that reads "Resize to. Navigate to the image's location on your hard drive. Locate the "Change Picture Size" heading at the bottom of the program's window. Choose the image's desired size in the menu that appears. Save the image. Open the picture in MS Paint. Click Resize and Skew. In the resize section, choose either percentage or pixel. Give your desired size. Click Save.
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How to Get Nail Polish off Just About Any Surface
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Before using nail polish on clothes, bed sheets, or carpet, first scrape off the excess with the knife edge of a putty knife. Never rub carpet, since this can work the nail polish further into the fabric. When you've scraped up as much as you can, blot the stain with nail polish remover, rubbing alcohol, or baking soda. If you use nail polish remover on clothes, spot test it on a corner first, since it can interact with some dyes and fabrics. Once you've finished blotting your clothes, put them in the washing machine to clean them. To remove nail polish from wood or laminate, scrape up the excess with a knife. Then, gently rub the stain with denatured alcohol. If the nail polish still won't come off, carefully rub it with steel wool.
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Start with rubbing alcohol. Pour a little rubbing alcohol on to the coarse side of a sponge. Then, begin scrubbing directly on the nail polish while trying to avoid the paint around the stain. Use small, circular motions to scrub. Keep scrubbing. It may take a few minutes of gentle scrubbing before you completely remove the nail polish. During this time, add more alcohol to the sponge as necessary. Finish with soapy water. When you feel that you have lifted as much of the stain as possible, clean off the area and any residue with dish detergent and warm water. Dampen a soft cloth in the solution and gently rub the area clean. Dry off the wall. After you have finished cleaning, be sure to use a soft cloth to completely dry off the wall. Scrape off the nail polish. If you can, scrape off any excess nail polish from your clothes with a plastic putty knife or knife edge. You don't want to use a cloth to wipe if off because that will only worsen the stain. Use nail polish remover. Perform a spot test before you use it, as nail polish remover can interact with some dyes and fabrics (it will actually melt acetate). Choose a spot on the inside of the fabric as a test area. Try rubbing alcohol. Pour a small amount of rubbing alcohol directly to the spill and blot it off with a clean cloth. Use firm, quick blots and be sure not to wipe the stain because it will spread the polish and push it deeper into the fabric. Scrub your clothes with baking soda. Baking soda is a great way to clean off nail polish and not damage your clothes. Dampen a clean cloth and dip it into baking soda. Then, gently blot away at the nail polish stain. Use firm and quick presses to blot. Wash the article with water directly afterward. After using a cleaning agent to wash away a polish stain, clean the area with water to remove residue. Put the clothes into the washing machine if you are able to do so, but you should always hand wash items that cannot be put into the washing machine by blotting the affected area with a clean cloth and warm water. Never rub the spill. Grabbing a towel and rubbing the excess nail polish up may be your first instinct, but don't do it. This will only push the nail polish deeper into the carpet fibers and spread it around. Instead, you want to scrap it up with a plastic putty knife, spatula or knife edge, and blot the area with a clean cloth. Try glass cleaner. This works best with medium to dark colored carpets. Saturate the area with glass cleaner and then blot the nail polish with a clean cloth until the stain lifts. Blot the polish with a polish remover. This is the best method for light or white carpet and should not be used on dark colors because it could remove the dye from the carpet. Pour a little non-acetone clear polish remover on a clean cloth and blot the area until the stain lifts. Be sure the polish remover doesn't contain any dye as that could further stain the area. Try rubbing alcohol on darker carpets. Pour rubbing alcohol on to a clean cloth, and then blot the polish up. Don't give up if the polish just seems to keep coming, you want to get every last bit out. Use vinegar for a natural cleaning agent. Vinegar works great to remove nail polish from carpet. Simply pour some vinegar into a spray bottle and spray the affected area. Then, blot the area clean with a clean wash cloth and warm water. Scrape the spill up gently. Use a plastic putty knife to remove any excess nail polish from the wood or laminate surface. It should come off easily but if it is resistant, dampen a cloth with warm water, and let it sit on the spill for thirty seconds. This should loosen the polish. Use denatured alcohol on the polish stain. Pour the denatured alcohol on a cloth, and lightly rub it against the stain. Do not rub too hard for too long because it could take off the paint or wood finish. Always scrub with the wood grain, and not against it. Try steel wool for stubborn stains. If you use 0000-grade fine stainless-steel wool, it should be gentle enough to take up nail polish but not harm the wood. Just be sure to scrub gently and in the same direction as the grain in the wood. Get nail polish off of your floor surface. For granite, grout, concrete, brick, sandstone, tile, or a similar surface, you will need a gentle scrub brush and a few cleaning agents to remove spilled nail polish. Remove the excess nail polish right away. Take a plastic putty knife, or some other hard edge to scrape away any polish you can. Scrape slow and gentle so you don't further damage your floor. Use acetone. Take a clean cloth and dip it in acetone. Then, dab the polish stain with firm pressure until you lift the stain. Wash the stain with a soft scrub. Make a cleaning solution of baking soda and water, and use either a soft-bristled scrub, or a soft sponge, to clean the remainder of the stain. When you are satisfied, clean the area again with warm water.
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Start with rubbing alcohol. Keep scrubbing. Finish with soapy water. Dry off the wall. Scrape off the nail polish. Use nail polish remover. Try rubbing alcohol. Scrub your clothes with baking soda. Wash the article with water directly afterward. Never rub the spill. Try glass cleaner. Blot the polish with a polish remover. Try rubbing alcohol on darker carpets. Use vinegar for a natural cleaning agent. Scrape the spill up gently. Use denatured alcohol on the polish stain. Try steel wool for stubborn stains. Get nail polish off of your floor surface. Remove the excess nail polish right away. Use acetone. Wash the stain with a soft scrub.
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How to Give First Aid to a Cat After a Fall
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To give first aid to a cat after a fall, take it to a vet right away if it's unconscious. If your cat is conscious, check it to see if its heart rate and breathing appear normal. In cases where the cat is bleeding, approach it slowly to avoid getting clawed or bitten, since injured cats can be aggressive. Then, apply pressure to the bleeding area with a clean tissue for 10 minutes. Make sure to take your cat to the vet if it vomits or coughs up blood, which may be signs of internal bleeding. Additionally, see your vet if you spot a broken or fractured bone.
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Observe the cat. The first thing you should determine is whether or not the cat is conscious. If the cat is unconscious, take it to the veterinarian immediately. If the cat is conscious, note if it seems dazed and determine if the cat can walk or if it is limping. Look for signs of bleeding and note any apparent injuries (e.g., limping). Study the cat’s breathing and heart rate. Listen to the cat's breathing to find out if it appears to be in distress. If the cat is breathing rapidly or has a racing heart, it may be in shock. Shock can lead to organ damage and dysfunction if it isn't treated, so wrap your cat in a warm blanket and take it to the vet immediately if it has rapid breathing or a racing heart rate. Inspect the cat’s gums. Slowly approach the cat and gently and carefully lift the flaps of their gums. Look at the color of the gums; bubblegum pink gums indicate good health. Pale or white gums can indicate shock, so take your cat to the vet immediately if this is the case. Approach the wounded animal slowly. Even cats with a typically mild temperament can become aggressive when in pain. A wounded cat may claw or bite you. To reduce the risk of this happening, speak soothingly to the cat as you approach. Walk slowly, and do not make any sudden moves towards the cat. The cat may interpret these as hostile. Even if the wounded cat is your own, it may still lash out due to fear and pain. You should still proceed with caution in this scenario. Gently place a towel or coat over the cat and pick them up through the fabric to help to calm the cat and protect your hands should the cat lash out. Apply pressure to the bleeding wound. Using a clean piece of material such as gauze, tissues, or a clean cotton rag, apply steady pressure to the wound. Press hard enough to slow down or stop the bleeding. If the cat is bleeding severely and you don't have time to get cloth or gauze, you'll have to use your bare hands to apply pressure. Keep pressure on the wound for 10 minutes. Continue to apply a steady pressure to the cat's wound for at least 10 minutes; this will give the wound time to form a clot and stop actively bleeding. While applying the pressure, resist the temptation to lift up the gauze or cloth and see if the wound is still bleeding. Lifting up the gauze could rip the clot off. If blood soaks through the layer of cloth or gauze you're holding, you can add another layer. For heavy bleeding, apply pressure to the wound while a friend drives you and the cat to a vet. Bind the compress to the wound. After the bleeding has stopped or slowed, you no longer need to apply constant pressure. If the bleeding wound is on one of the cat's legs or its head, you can bind the gauze or cloth compress so that you no longer need to keep your hands on it. Use another strip of gauze or a long piece of cloth to firmly bind the blood-soaked compress in place. Be careful not to tie the compress on too tightly. This will cut off blood flow and could cause serious problems for the limb. Take the cat to the vet if it shows signs of internal bleeding. Internal bleeding is more difficult to spot, although a cat which has suffered a fall may be bleeding internally. You can't treat internal bleeding through first aid, so you'll need to take the cat to a veterinarian for treatment. Signs that a cat is bleeding internally include: Pale gums and vomiting or coughing up blood. A distended stomach, coupled with extreme lethargy. Fast, shallow breaths. Extremities (legs and paws) feel cool to the touch. Inspect the limb. If you suspect that a cat has a broken limb, look at it closely, but avoid moving the limb, as this may worsen the severity of the fracture. You can determine if a limb is broken internally (a closed fracture) by the cat's inability to use it properly, or if the limb is twisted or bent at an unnatural angle. If bone is sticking out through the skin, the animal has an open fracture. If a cat has broken ribs, the chest cavity may appear misshapen or flattened in one or more spots. Wrap an open fracture gently. If a cat has an open fracture on one of its limbs, prevent dirt and bacteria from getting in the wound by wrapping it loosely with sterile gauze or a clean cloth. If you tighten the wrapping you'll only cause the animal more pain, so leave the wrapping loose. Do not try to apply a splint to the fractured bone. Although a veterinarian or animal specialist may do this at a pet hospital, it shouldn't be part of your first aid treatment. Applying a splint risks worsening the fracture or forcing the bone through the animal's skin. Place the cat in a plastic or cardboard box. The cat will need to stay as immobile as possible, in order to avoid worsening the fracture. To facilitate this, place the cat inside a rigid, large plastic or cardboard box. The box will keep the cat from hurting itself further, and should keep the fractured limb relatively motionless. If possible, line the inside of the box with towels. This will keep the cat relatively comfortable, and also prevent it from sliding around the inside of the box. Take the animal to the veterinarian as soon as possible. Fractures—especially open fractures—are dangerous, painful, and can lead to death in some cases. Call ahead on the road so that the vet knows you're coming. Explain that the situation is an emergency, and that the cat will need immediate treatment. Keep the cat as immobile as possible. If your cat is motionless after its fall (or seems unable to stand or move) but does not show any visible wounds or broken bones, it may have serious internal damage. If you move the cat excessively, you only risk making that damage worse. Unless the cat is in danger where it's laying (e.g., in the middle of a road), let it stay put. Slide your cat onto a home-made “stretcher. ” This can be any material that's sturdy enough to support and carry your cat. For example, you could maneuver the cat onto a piece of cardboard, a sheet of stiff plastic, or even your jacket if no other material is handy. This will allow you to transport the cat without moving it much. When moving the cat, try to keep its head and neck immobile. Don't let the animal's head flop around, or it may damage its spine. Keep the cat’s head lower than the rest of the body. The cat may be in shock from the fall, and may be bleeding internally. Either way, it's important that the cat's body maintains blood flow to the head, otherwise the cat's brain may be deprived of oxygen. Try to keep the cat's head lower than its abdomen and legs. You can do this by angling the “stretcher” to lower the cat's head. If the cat is laying on the seat of your car, position the cat so that its head is pointed down the sloping angle of the seat. Take the cat to your veterinarian. A veterinary office will have the medical technology needed to fully inspect the cat and determine if it has internal injuries, broken bones, or a damaged spine. The vet can also give the cat pain medication, and make sure that its circulatory and respiratory systems are working properly. If you have the opportunity, it would be wise to call ahead and let the vet know you're coming. That way, they can clear room in their schedule and be ready to receive the cat when you bring it in.
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Observe the cat. Study the cat’s breathing and heart rate. Inspect the cat’s gums. Approach the wounded animal slowly. Apply pressure to the bleeding wound. Keep pressure on the wound for 10 minutes. Bind the compress to the wound. Take the cat to the vet if it shows signs of internal bleeding. Inspect the limb. Wrap an open fracture gently. Place the cat in a plastic or cardboard box. Take the animal to the veterinarian as soon as possible. Keep the cat as immobile as possible. Slide your cat onto a home-made “stretcher. Keep the cat’s head lower than the rest of the body. Take the cat to your veterinarian.
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How to Improve Your Dog's Show Ring Gait
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To improve your dog's show ring gait, choose one aspect to work on at a time, such as its speed or distance from you, to avoid confusing it. When you've chosen an aspect to work on, take your dog for a walk on its leash and whenever it fails to adhere to the aspect you're training, return to the starting point and try again. You can also say something like 'Oops' to signal that it was wrong. When your dog's form is correct, make sure to reward it with a treat. Additionally, you can use a clicker to reinforce good behavior by clicking it whenever you give your dog a treat.
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Use the collar and leash you'll use during the show. If you use one type of collar and leash during training and a totally different type of leash and collar during the show, your puppy might get confused. To avoid this, use the same collar and leash during the show that you'll be using in the show ring. If you need to make a change to your dog's collar or leash due to show rules or for any other reason, do so during training. Decide what needs improvement. A dog's show ring gait is comprised of several discrete elements. Identify whether your dog's straight-line movement, left and right turns, amble, or trot need work. Your dog's gait might also need to be adjusted based on its relation to the leash. If your dog pulls the leash too tightly, it will not walk properly. Correct one aspect at a time. If your dog's show ring gait needs several corrections – for instance, perhaps your dog's speed and distance from you are wrong – only take on one correction at a time. Adjusting your dog's show ring gait in even one way can be difficult. Therefore, the best approach is to take only one thing at a time. After your dog has corrected one aspect of its show ring gait, begin adding other elements that you want it to correct. Do not tease or bait your dog. Waving food around in front of your dog or getting your dog wound up will not help your training process. You should be teaching your dog that the clicker is the reward, not the treat itself. Reward your dog. When your dog assumes a show-ring appropriate gait, reward it in two ways. First, click the clicker or whatever clicker substitute you've adopted for training purposes. Second, administer a treat. The treat you use is up to you. Your dog might, for instance, enjoy a cube of cheese or a slice of ham. Train your dog early. Younger dogs have an easier time correcting their show ring gait than older dogs. When improving your dog's show ring gait, begin as early as possible. Enroll your dog in classes. Once you know exactly how you want your dog's show ring gait improved, you will be able to take corrective action. The best way to improve your dog's show ring gait is to sign it up for classes. Contact your local kennel club about enrolling your dog in classes to improve show ring gait. If they don't offer classes, ask a club representative if they know of a local trainer or club that does offer classes. If you continue to struggle trying to find classes for your dog, check online or use your yellow pages to find an instructor. Obtain a clicker. A clicker is a small device, available at most pet stores, to help your dog associate good behavior with a reward. However, it is not necessary to use a clicker manufactured for the specific purpose of dog training. You could instead use a whistle, a bell, or any other noisemaker. The important thing is to keep the clicker or clicker substitute consistent throughout training, otherwise your dog could be confused. Find a partner. It is easier to engage in clicker training if you give your dog a treat while another person utilizes the clicker, or vice versa. Ask a family member or friend to help you improve your dog's show ring gait. Alternately, locate someone else who is also interested in improving their dog's show ring gait. That way, you and the other person can take turns helping each other improve your dogs' show ring gaits. With a partner, one of you can stand in a central position observing from a distance with a clicker, while the other one can walk along the dog holding its leash and administering treats when as needed. If you don't want to work with a partner, just hold the clicker in one hand and the treats in your other hand. Teach your dog to follow along your left side. With your dog off-leash, hold a treat in your left hand. Look behind your left shoulder as you walk. When you see your dog following you, click and give it a treat. Ensure as you give it a treat that its head remains up and facing forward. Leash the dog. Once your dog successfully learns to walk along your left side, and understands why it is being rewarded, put your dog on a leash. The leash should be held in such a way that it does not drag on the ground between you and your dog. Hold the clicker and leash in your left hand and the treats in your right. Continue the training as before, rewarding only proper form with treats and clicks. Correct your dog's gait as you go. If your dog is trained incorrectly, it will only cause another problem that will require retraining later. If you notice your dog not perfectly adhering to your gait-correction training, take immediate action to correct it. For instance, if your dog is veering off course or running rather than walking, say “Oops!” or “Uh-oh!” in a friendly way. Return with the dog to your starting point and try again. Do not reward your dog for pulling or veering off course. Repeat as needed. Improving your dog's show ring gait is a process. Your dog's show ring gait will not improve with just one or two training sessions. For some dogs, improvement will take longer than it might for others. But for all dogs, you will need to invest a significant amount of time in the training process. Use random intervals between training sessions, otherwise your dog might come to associate performing an appropriate gait with a certain time (for instance, right when they wake up). For instance, if you wish to teach your dog to keep its head up to improve its show ring gait, perform a head-up exercise with your dog, then again 15 minutes later, then again five minutes after that. Keep your training sessions short. Do not push yourself or your dog too hard when training. Working in sessions of five minutes or less several times per day should be sufficient to improve your dog's show ring gait.
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Use the collar and leash you'll use during the show. Decide what needs improvement. Correct one aspect at a time. Do not tease or bait your dog. Reward your dog. Train your dog early. Enroll your dog in classes. Obtain a clicker. Find a partner. Teach your dog to follow along your left side. Leash the dog. Correct your dog's gait as you go. Repeat as needed. Keep your training sessions short.
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How to Prune Sage
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To prune sage, all you need to do is use clean, sharp gardening shears or scissors to cut the stems so that they are about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) above the ground. This should be done in the springtime for best results. Remove dead or dying leaves, which you can identify by yellow coloring or dropping, throughout the year whenever you notice them. If this is the sage plant's first trim, be very careful not to over-prune. Focus mostly on removing dead leaves instead of stem-cutting in order to encourage growth that will keep the plant healthy all year.
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Prune sage in the springtime. It is not advisable to prune sage during the fall or winter. Pruning will make way for tender new growth that will be vulnerable to the cold and may be damaged or killed. Trim your sage plants in the springtime instead, just as new leaves begin to emerge. Live woody stems can easily be mistaken for dead stems if they are pruned too early, so it is best to wait until some new growth emerges before starting. Cut stems so they are at least 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) from the ground. Use sharp scissors or garden shears to cut back the stems on your sage plant, just above new growth. Plants that are allowed to grow tall will likely fall over and their bottom leaves will be damaged. Make sure that there are still shoots on the remaining stems, and trim them less to ensure this if necessary. Trim back half of the plant to ensure rejuvenation. Remove spent leaves throughout the year. You can perform basic maintenance on your sage plants all year round by removing dead or dying leaves as you see them. Gently pinch and pull away leaves that are yellow in hue, shrunken, or dried up. If necessary, use scissors or pruners to cut the stems and remove dead leaves. Prune your sage plant lightly during its first year to ensure that it grows fully. Young, growing sage plants can be vulnerable to damage if over-trimmed. During its first year, focus mostly on removing damaged or spent leaves. Be conservative about cutting away branches in the spring to ensure the plant's strength during colder seasons. Gently pull leaves off of the stem. It's generally recommended that you start your sage harvest in the morning. To do so, pinch the bottom of each sage leaf between your thumb and forefinger. Gently pull the leaf until it detaches from the stem. This should be a clean break that doesn't injure the stem. Sage leaves can be harvested as you need them throughout the year. Separate dry, dead, or yellow leaves from the healthy leaves you plan to keep. Use scissors or garden shears if you can't remove the leaves easily. Sage is a woody herb and its stems can sometimes be tough. If leaves can't be plucked easily from the plant, remove them using small, sharp scissors, herb scissors, or a pair of gardening shears. Cut the stems just below the leaves with clean, even cuts. Be sure to use sharp scissor or pruners to avoid damaging or crushing the stems of the plant. Trim whole stems if you are harvesting larger amounts of sage. To harvest sage in bulk, it is more efficient to remove full stems with the leaves still attached. Cut stems about 3–5 inches (7.6–12.7 cm) below their tips. Grasp the stems with your thumb and forefinger and use sharp scissors or gardening shears to make each cut. Remove any dead or damaged leaves that you see as you harvest the sage stems so that your kitchen herbs are as healthy as possible. You can store sage stems and pluck individual leaves as you need them. Sage stems can also be re-planted to propagate new growth. Rinse and dry off your sage leaves thoroughly before using them. Place your sage leaves in a colander and put it in the sink. Rinse the leaves thoroughly with cold water. Place them between two paper towels to dry them. Use fresh sage leaves within a week of harvesting them. It is preferable to add freshly-picked sage leaves to your recipes right after you cut them. Sage adds great flavor to meats, stews and stuffing, and can be brewed to make medicinal tea. Dispose of sage leaves after a week if you have not used them. Note that sage is a potent herb, so a small amount will add a lot of flavor to your dishes. Dry sage leaves for 2 weeks and store them in airtight containers. If you want to dry sage, hang up the stems or lay the leaves out on a paper towel to dry in a cool place with little humidity. Let them sit for 2-3 weeks. Once they are dry, place them in an airtight container and store them in a dark place out of the light. Once your sage leaves are dried, they can be crushed easily with your hands if you wish to store them that way. Dried sage is stronger in flavor than fresh sage, so use it conservatively to avoid over-seasoning your meals.
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Prune sage in the springtime. Cut stems so they are at least 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) from the ground. Remove spent leaves throughout the year. Prune your sage plant lightly during its first year to ensure that it grows fully. Gently pull leaves off of the stem. Use scissors or garden shears if you can't remove the leaves easily. Trim whole stems if you are harvesting larger amounts of sage. Rinse and dry off your sage leaves thoroughly before using them. Use fresh sage leaves within a week of harvesting them. Dry sage leaves for 2 weeks and store them in airtight containers.
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How to Cite an Article Inside of a Book
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To cite an article inside of a book using MLA format, start by writing the author's last name, then add a comma. Next, write their first name and add a period. In quotation marks, enclose the title of the article you are citing, followed by a period. Then, in italics, write the name of the book, add a comma, write "edited by," and include the name of the editor. After a period, conclude with the name of the book's publisher, along with the year and the relevant page numbers, separated by commas. Alternatively, if you want to do an in-text citation, provide the author's name and page number in parentheses at the end of the line, before the period.
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Start your Works Cited entry with the author's name. Use the name of the author of the specific article you want to cite. Type their last name first, followed by a comma. Then type their first name. Place a period at the end of the author's name. Example: Charry, Eric. Enclose the title of the article in quotation marks. After the author's name, type the title of the article. Use title case, capitalizing all nouns, pronouns, verbs, and adverbs. Place a period at the end of the title, inside the closing quotation marks. Example: Charry, Eric. "Music and Islam in Sub-Saharan Africa." Include the title of the book and name of the editor. Type the title of the book in italics, followed by a comma. Type the words "edited by," then list the names of the editor or editors in first name-last name format. Place a period after the names of the editors. Example: Charry, Eric. "Music and Islam in Sub-Saharan Africa." The History of Islam in Africa , edited by Nehwmia Levtzion and Randall L. Pouwels. Conclude with publication information for the book. Type the name of the book's publisher, followed by a comma. Add the year the book was published, also followed by a comma. Then type the abbreviation "pp." followed by the page range where the article appears in the book. Place a period after the last page number. A standard MLA citation includes: Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." Title of Book , edited by First Name Last Name. Publisher, year, pp. ##-##. Example: Charry, Eric. "Music and Islam in Sub-Saharan Africa." The History of Islam in Africa , edited by Nehwmia Levtzion and Randall L. Pouwels. Ohio University Press, 2000, pp. 545-573. Provide the author's name and page number for in-text citations. When you paraphrase or quote from the article in your text, place a parenthetical citation at the end of the sentence. Use the page number or range or pages where the information you paraphrased or quoted can be found. Place a period after the closing parentheses. Example: "When communities converted to Islam, many traditional songs were changed to incorporate references to the religion (Charry 546)." If you use the author's name in the text of your paper, you don't have to include it in the parenthetical citation. For example: "According to Charry, communities incorporated references to Islam in traditional songs after converting to the religion (546). Begin your reference list entry with the name of the author. Type the last name of the author of the article you want to cite, followed by a comma. Then type the author's first initial (and middle initial, if available). Example: Berry, W. Add the year of publication. After the author's name, list the year of publication for the book in parentheses. Always use the year the book was published, even if the article was previously published elsewhere. Place a period after the year, outside the closing parentheses. Example: Berry, W. (2005). Copy the title of the article or essay. Type the article's title in sentence case, capitalizing only the first word and any proper nouns in the title. If the article has a subtitle, place a colon after the title and capitalize the first word of the subtitle. Place a period at the end. Example: Berry, W. (2005). War does not maintain peace or promote freedom. Include the names of the book's editors. After the title of the article, type the word "In," then type the editor's first initial followed by their last name. Separate the names of 2 editors with an ampersand (&). After the names, provide the abbreviation "Ed." or "Eds." in parentheses. Place a comma after the closing parentheses. Example: Berry, W. (2005). War does not maintain peace or promote freedom. In L. I. Gerdes (Ed.), Add the title of the book and the page range for the article. Type the title of the book in italics. Use sentence case, capitalizing only the first word and any proper nouns. Type a space, then provide the page range for the article, enclosed in parentheses. Use the abbreviation "pp." before the page numbers. Place a period after the closing parentheses. Example: Berry, W. (2005). War does not maintain peace or promote freedom. In L. I. Gerdes (Ed.), War: Opposing viewpoints (pp. 71-79). Identify the publisher and place of publication. For American publications, use the city and state where the publisher is located. For all others, use the city and the country. Type a colon after the location, then type the name of the publisher. Place a period at the end. A standard APA reference includes: Last Name, First Initial. (Year). Article or essay title. In First Initial Last Name (Ed.), Book title: Subtitle (pp. ##-##). Place of publication: Publisher. Example: Berry, W. (2005). War does not maintain peace or promote freedom. In L. I. Gerdes (Ed.), War: Opposing viewpoints (pp. 71-79). Detroit, MI: Greenhouse Press. Use the author's name and year for in-text citations. When you either paraphrase or quote the source directly, place a parenthetical citation at the end of the sentence. Type the author's last name, followed by a comma, then the year the book was published. Place a period outside the closing parentheses. Example: "When nations go to war to defend freedom, their citizens become less free (Berry, 2005)." If you include the name of the author in your text, you don't have to include it in your parenthetical citation. Place a parenthetical with the year immediately after the author's name. For example: "Berry (2005) argued that the process of militarization reduces freedom to the extent that war and freedom are incompatible. List the author of the article first. In your bibliographic citation, type the author's last name first, followed by a comma. Then type their first name and middle initial, if available. If you don't have the middle initial, place a period after the author's first name. Example: Andriewsky, Olga. Provide the title of the article. Type a space after the author's name, then type the title of the article, enclosed in quotation marks. Use title case, capitalizing all nouns, pronouns, verbs, and adverbs in the title. Place a period at the end of the title, inside the closing quotation marks. Example: Andriewsky, Olga. "The Paradoxes of Reform: Higher Education in Post-Soviet Ukraine." Describe the book where the article appears. Type the word "In," followed by the title of the book in italics. Place a comma after the title of the book. Type the words "edited by," then type the names of the editors in first name-last name format. Place a comma after the last editor's name, then provide the page range for the article. Place a period after the last page number. Example: Andriewsky, Olga. "The Paradoxes of Reform: Higher Education in Post-Soviet Ukraine." In Society in Transition: Social Change in Ukraine in Western Perspectives , edited by Wsevolod Isajiw, 239-268. Close your bibliography entry with publication information. For books published in the US, type the city and state where the publisher is located. For international publishers, use the city and country. Place a colon after the location of the publisher, then type the name of the publisher. Place a comma after the publisher's name, then provide the year the book was published. Place a period after the year. A standard Chicago bibliography entry includes: Last Name, First Name. "Article Title." In Book Title , edited by First Name Last Name, ##-##. Place of Publication: Publisher, year. Example: Andriewsky, Olga. "The Paradoxes of Reform: Higher Education in Post-Soviet Ukraine." In Society in Transition: Social Change in Ukraine in Western Perspectives , edited by Wsevolod Isajiw, 239-268. Toronto, CA: Canadian Scholars' Press, 2003. Include the same information but adjust the punctuation for in-text footnotes. An in-text footnote includes the same information as your bibliographic citation. Simply switch the order of the author's name and use commas instead of periods to separate elements. Since it is preceded by a comma instead of a period, the word "in" is not capitalized in footnotes. Enclose the publication information in parentheses. Place a comma outside the parentheses, then type the specific page cited, followed by a period. In Chicago style, the information included in the footnote does not change if you mention the author's name, or any other citation information, in the text of your paper. Standard Chicago footnotes include: First Name Last Name, "Article Title," in Book Title , edited by First Name Last Name (Place of Publication: Publisher, year), ##. Example: Olga Andriewsky, "The Paradoxes of Reform: Higher Education in Post-Soviet Ukraine," in Society in Transition: Social Change in Ukraine in Western Perspectives , edited by Wsevolod Isajiw (Toronto: Canadian Scholars' Press, 2003), 255.
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Start your Works Cited entry with the author's name. Enclose the title of the article in quotation marks. Include the title of the book and name of the editor. Conclude with publication information for the book. Provide the author's name and page number for in-text citations. Begin your reference list entry with the name of the author. Add the year of publication. Copy the title of the article or essay. Include the names of the book's editors. Add the title of the book and the page range for the article. Identify the publisher and place of publication. Use the author's name and year for in-text citations. List the author of the article first. Provide the title of the article. Describe the book where the article appears. Close your bibliography entry with publication information. Include the same information but adjust the punctuation for in-text footnotes.
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How to Make Glow Sticks Glow Again
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To make glow sticks glow again, try freezing them to extend the glow. First, crack the entire length of the glow stick to try and find some light. If the glow stick lights up, even in just one spot, this means you might be able to make it glow again. Then, place the glow stick into a plastic bag, as this will contain any mess if it accidentally breaks. Store the glow stick in the freezer for 1 hour, before removing and checking it. Shake the glow stick and crack it to see if it starts glowing again. If it doesn't, return it to the freezer overnight and try again in the morning.
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Find a little extra light. Crack the glow stick down every bit of its length. If no light at all appears, your glow stick is completely used up and there's no hope for it. If you can get a tiny bit of light, even just a couple spots, you've got something to work with. The light in a glow stick is caused by a reaction between two chemicals. One is kept inside a glass tube. Cracking the tube breaks the glass and lets the chemicals mix and react. Be gentle. Cracking too hard will break the glow stick and spill glass and goo that can irritate the skin. Seal the glow stick in a plastic bag. Put the stick in a zip-locked bag. Press out the air from the bag, then seal it. It's unlikely that the glow stick will break during this method, but just in case, this will make it easy to throw away. Stick the glow stick in a freezer. For best results, stick it underneath a lightweight frozen object. This will freeze the liquids inside, preventing them from reacting. Setting your freezer to a colder setting may help as well. Before you do this, be aware that this can cause excessive ice buildup or freeze liquids in an attached refrigerator Take it out and shake it. Check on the glow stick after an hour and try shaking it and cracking it. If this doesn't work, return it to the freezer overnight and try again the next day. Most brands of glow sticks will get a little extra glowing time when the liquids inside melt and recombine. Some brands will be quite bright, while others will just stay at the same dim level, but last longer. There's no way to tell what will happen without experimenting. Keep it in the plastic bag while you shake it, just in case it breaks. It can take a little while for the glow stick to warm up and glow again. Heat a pot of warm water. Heat until the water begins to steam or simmer. Heat speeds up the chemical reaction that causes the glow. By warming the glow stick, you can make it glow brightly for a short time, sometimes up to half an hour. If a glow stick "died" more than a day ago, this will have little to no effect. Once it's used up, it's used up. Pour the water into a glass jar. A sturdy jar will withstand the heat better than a glass. Find one tall enough to hold most of the glow stick. You can use a mug instead. There's a risk of melting the glow stick, so don't use a nice mug. Let cool (recommended). If your water came to a full boil, definitely wait five minutes for the water to cool. If your water was only steaming, you can go ahead right away, or wait about a minute. The glow stick plastic will melt if the water is too hot. Some brands can withstand boiling water (100ºC / 212ºF), while others may melt in water above 70ºC (158ºC). If using a mug, wait ten minutes for boiling water. Drop the glow stick in the water. Leave it in for thirty seconds, then pull it out with tongs or rubber gloves. If there's any "oomph" left in the glow stick, it should glow brightly for a short time. Do not put your face over the jar. The glow stick is unlikely to explode, but it's best to be safe and sound. If the glow stick melts, seal the jar in a plastic bag and throw it away. These materials cannot be recycled, and the jar should not be used again.You should throw away the jar to be safe.
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Find a little extra light. Seal the glow stick in a plastic bag. Stick the glow stick in a freezer. Take it out and shake it. Heat a pot of warm water. Pour the water into a glass jar. Let cool (recommended). Drop the glow stick in the water.
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How to Reheat Pancakes
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While pancakes are typically thought of as a weekend-only treat, you can make them a perfect weekday breakfast by freezing a batch and reheating them. To properly freeze your pancakes, let them cool to room temperature before placing them in a resealable plastic bag. Put a piece of parchment paper between each pancake, then place them in the freezer. When you're ready to use your pancakes, let them thaw before reheating them. You can reheat them in the microwave, uncovered, for about 20 seconds per pancake. Another way to reheat them is to put them in the toaster on a medium setting, which will give them a little crunch. For larger batches, reheat them in the oven for 10 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Microwave your pancakes for 20 seconds each. Heat up 1-5 uncovered pancakes at a time on a microwave-safe plate. Experiment with timing to see what works best with your microwave's wattage; you may find that 5 pancakes will be ready to go after just about a minute, or that they'll need a bit more time. If you froze your pancake, let it defrost in the refrigerator overnight before microwaving in the morning. This is the fastest method, and great for a busy weekday morning. Your pancakes should be soft, fluffy, warm, and ready to eat! If you find your pancakes getting a bit mushy in the microwave, try microwaving them for a shorter time. Mix it up to see what length of time works best for your pancakes and your microwave. Toast small batches for pancakes with the perfect crunch. Set the toaster to a medium setting and check it when it pops out. Cut into your pancake a bit to see if it's heated all the way through. If it's just slightly crispy and warm or hot, serve it up and enjoy! If it's still lukewarm or cold, let it toast for a few minutes more. Toast pancakes that use a non-white flour, like whole wheat flour. They'll get just slightly crunchy on the outside without becoming doughy underneath. You can use a toaster oven or a regular toaster. This method is typically limited to smaller batches because of the small size of toasters and toaster ovens. Reheat larger batches in the oven for 10 minutes at 350 °F (177 °C). Wrap your pancakes in foil before putting them in, which will help them retain their fluffiness and not get too dry. You can either wrap up a stack in foil, or lay them flat on a baking sheet and cover it tightly with foil. Check the pancakes after 10 minutes to see if they're ready - they'll be warm and soft, but not too hot or crunchy. Put them back in for a few minutes if they're still a little cold. This is a great option if you're reheating a large number of pancakes. Simply wrap up as many as you need and pop them in the oven! Let the pancakes cool to room temperature. After you've finished cooking your pancakes, set them out on a cooling rack or cutting board to cool. Flip them over after about 10 minutes so each side gets a chance to cool down. Pancakes that are still warm will create condensation in your resealable bag and cause your pancakes to freeze together. Date and label a resealable plastic bag. This is where you'll be storing your pancakes. Make sure to put the current date and the type of pancake (such as buttermilk). Stack your pancakes with a piece of parchment between each. Make sure none of the pancakes are touching each other, which will prevent them from sticking together. Place them in the labeled plastic bag. You can also use wax paper as a separator. Freeze the pancakes on a baking sheet if you don’t have parchment. Lay them flat on the sheet, making sure they're not touching. Set them in the freezer until totally frozen, about 30 minutes. Then, remove them from the freezer, place them in the plastic bag, and put them back in the freezer until you're ready to eat. Plan to eat the pancakes within a week or two. The pancakes should keep for a few weeks, although you should eat them within one week if possible. This is when they'll be the most fresh--and taste the best! Let your pancakes thaw before you reheat them. Set them in the refrigerator overnight, then pop them in the microwave, toaster, or oven when you're ready to reheat.
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Microwave your pancakes for 20 seconds each. Toast small batches for pancakes with the perfect crunch. Reheat larger batches in the oven for 10 minutes at 350 °F (177 °C). Let the pancakes cool to room temperature. Date and label a resealable plastic bag. Stack your pancakes with a piece of parchment between each. Freeze the pancakes on a baking sheet if you don’t have parchment. Plan to eat the pancakes within a week or two. Let your pancakes thaw before you reheat them.
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How to Tell if You Have an Ingrown Toenail
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If you think you might have an ingrown toenail, look at your toe and make note of any redness or swelling around the nail edges, which are signs of an ingrown nail. Also, if you notice the skin around your toenail is hardened or if your nail curves into the corner of your toe, you probably have an ingrown toenail. You should also be mindful of any pain in your toes, or yellowish discharge from your nail, since these things are signs of infection and might require a doctor's visit.
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Be aware of the difference between an ingrown toenail and foot fungus. Ingrown toenails are also known as onychocryptosis, and can be caused by stubbing your toe, wearing socks or shoes that are too tight, and cutting your toenails incorrectly. But ingrown toenails can also be caused by a toenail fungus called onychomycosis, which can then cause your toenail to grow abnormally and become ingrown. However, foot fungus like athlete's foot (tinea pedis) can cause your toenail to look discolored and become disfigured. Your toenail may appear spotted with white pits, there may be yellow debris under your toenail, or your toenail may appear chalky and irregularly shaped. Another foot condition that causes nail disfigurement is the development of eczema or psoriasis on your nails. If you have this skin disorder, your nail may start to peel or split and appear thicker or begin to ripple. Your doctor can run a test to determine if you have a skin disorder that is causing toenail disfigurement. If your toenail turns black, this may be due to trauma where you dropped something heavy on the nail. But it can also be due to melanoma or skin cancer. If your toenail turns black without any trauma inflicted on it, you should see your doctor right away. Look closely at your toe. Notice if the skin of your toe is reddened with some tenderness and swelling, especially around the sides of your toenail. You may also see some drainage of a yellowish fluid, which may be an early sign of infection or a sign of inflammation, which is your body reacting to the irritation of the toenail. Examine your toenail and determine if it's painful. There may be swelling and redness around an area of your toenail, as well as pain and tenderness. You may notice that the skin around the corner of your toenail may be harder than the skin around your other toes. Your toenail may also curve into the skin in the corner of your toe or disappear into the skin. If there is a yellowish discharge from your nail, your toenail may be crusty around this area. Check for signs of an infection. Ingrown toenails can become worse until they get infected or you may try to treat an ingrown toenail at home and cause the toenail to become infected. You can determine if the ingrown toenail is infected by noticing if: The toenail feels increasingly painful, and very tender and swollen There is pus or yellow discharge visible under the skin or the nail The skin or the nail feel very warm to the touch Redness which streaks or begins to spread to your other toes Get medical attention if the toenail becomes infected. If you suspect the toenail has become infected or if you have diabetes or another condition in which circulation is limited in your feet, you should see your doctor. Your doctor may try to lift the ingrown nail and insert a piece of cotton underneath to help the nail grow over the skin. Your doctor may then instruct you to soak the toe every day and replace the cotton so the nail stays clean and grows properly. Another option may be to remove part of the nail while you are under local anesthesia. If you have recurring ingrown toenails, you may need surgery to remove an entire section of the nail. Soak your foot in warm water. This can help to prevent an infection and soften the ingrown toenail. Then, put two drops of tea tree oil on the nail. Let the tea tree soak in and then finish with a dab of Vick's VapoRub or Mentholatum on the ingrown toenail. The menthol and the camphor will help to reduce the pain and soften the nail further. Apply a bandage or a small piece of gauze to keep the menthol and camphor on the toenail. Use a small piece of cotton to lift the ingrown. The following day, soak your toe again for 20 minutes and then take out a small piece of cotton. Roll it between your fingers so it makes a ½ inch long cotton “tube.” Use clean hands to tape one end of the cotton tube to the top of your toe and then lift the corner of the ingrown toenail up and out with one finger. Use your other finger to work the free end of the cotton tube under the nail and then out the other side. The cotton should sit between the skin and the nail. Keep in mind this process can be painful. You may need to ask someone else for assistance to help you slide the cotton tube under the corner of the nail. Replace the cotton every day after soaking your foot. Make sure you also apply tea tree oil and the menthol-camphor ointment to keep your toenail soft and to prevent infection. You can also put some tea tree oil on the cotton tube. Avoid using nail files, tweezers, or nail cutters, as these can break or damage the skin. This can then lead to an infection. Wear white cotton socks and keep your feet clean. Colored dyes on socks can get into your nail and lead to more inflammation. Wear open-toed shoes. Go for comfortable shoes with no heel or a low heel. If you work in an environment where your toes could be injured, wear protective shoes. Cut your toenails straight across. Do not cut your toenails to follow the line of your toes, as this can lead to ingrown toenails. Try not to cut them too short or leave them too long. Soak your feet two to three times a week. Do this in warm water for 10 – 15 minutes. This will help to soften your toenails and make them more flexible. It will also make it easier to lift the edge of your toenail over the skin so they do not grow into your skin and become ingrown. Add two tablespoons of Epsom salts to your foot bath or soak them in Domeboro Astringent solution, which can be found at more drugstores.
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Be aware of the difference between an ingrown toenail and foot fungus. Look closely at your toe. Examine your toenail and determine if it's painful. Check for signs of an infection. Get medical attention if the toenail becomes infected. Soak your foot in warm water. Use a small piece of cotton to lift the ingrown. Replace the cotton every day after soaking your foot. Wear open-toed shoes. Cut your toenails straight across. Soak your feet two to three times a week.
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How to Make a Shirt Smaller
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If you need to shrink a shirt, bring a pan of water to a boil, remove it from the heat, and soak the shirt for 30 minutes to make the fibers contract. Then, wash your shirt on the hottest water setting in the washing machine, but be careful not to mix it with other clothes as the heat could make the fabrics bleed. Finish by drying the shirt in the dryer on its hottest setting. If you don't have time to soak and wash the shirt, you can reduce its size by tying a knot in the back.
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Soak the shirt in hot water. Bring a large pot of water to a boil on the stovetop. Boiling hot water will make the fibers of the shirt contract which will make it shrink smaller. If you're looking to shrink a shirt as much as possible, high heat is the best way to go. Remove the pot from the stove. Submerge the shirt in the hot water. Use a spoon to push the shirt all the way underwater making sure it is completely covered by the water. Soak the shirt for 30 minutes. Wash the shirt in hot water. Set your washing machine settings to the hottest water possible. Wash the shirt on a regular wash cycle. If you bought a new shirt and want to shrink it before wearing, washing the shirt on hot will tighten the fibers and reduce its size slightly. Hot water may cause some fabrics to bleed or fade, wash the shirt alone to avoid damaging other clothes. The agitation of the washing machine in top load machines will crinkle fabrics and lead to more shrinkage than a front loading machine. Dry the shirt on high heat. Place the shirt in the dryer and dry it on the dryer's hottest setting. The heat will cause the shirt to shrink a little bit. With the exception of wool fibers, the dryer won't shrink clothes as much as hot water tends to. If you only want your shirt to shrink a little bit, wash it in cool water and dry on the highest setting. Heat will shrink synthetic blend fabrics more than pre-shrunk natural fiber clothing. Wool fabrics will felt in the dryer which causes the fabric to bunch and shrink as individual fabrics rub against each other and stick together. Get an old shirt that fits well. Choose a shirt that has the right fit but you no longer wear. You will cut this shirt to use as a pattern. Pick a shirt that fits just the way you want the new shirt to fit. Make sure it isn't a shirt you like to wear because you won't be able to wear it after turning it into a pattern. Remove the sleeves from the pattern shirt. Cut along the seams connecting the sleeves to the shirt. Open the sleeves into a flat piece of cloth by cutting along the seam on the underside of the sleeve. Cut the side seams on the pattern shirt. Carefully cut along the seams on either side of the shirt. You will leave the shoulder seam and collar intact to create a pattern from the old t-shirt. Cut the seams of the shirt you want to make smaller. Remove the sleeves by cutting along the seam. Cut down the side seam of the shirt. Open the sleeves into a flat piece of fabric by cutting along the sleeve's seam. Lay the shirt out flat. Place the shirt on a table and flatten it out. Place the pattern shirt on top of the shirt you want to resize. Line up the neck holes of the two shirts. Pin the pattern shirt to the larger shirt to hold it in place. Cut the shirt smaller. Cut ½ inch outside the edge of the pattern shirt. You will leave the extra half inch of fabric to create the new seam. Cut the sleeve to match the size of the pattern sleeve. Leave a ½ inch extra when cutting the sleeve to size. Cut along the bottom of the shirt to shorten the length of the shirt if desired to match your pattern shirt. Pin the sleeve to the shirt. Take the flattened sleeves and attach them to the shirt using straight pins. Pin the edge of the sleeve to the front of the shirt with the outer side of the fabric facing the front of the shirt. Keep the sleeve flat to attach it to the shirt. Sew the sleeve to the shirt. Use a serge or zig-zag stitch to connect the sleeve to the shirt. A straight stitch will not work on knit fabrics. Use a thread that matches the color of the shirt. Place the shirt and sleeve under the foot of your sewing machine and sew the fabric together. Sew up the sides of the shirt. Fold the shirt to turn it inside out and sew up the side of the shirt. Start at the sleeve and sew all the way down the side of the shirt on both sides. Use a sewing machine with thread that matches the color of the shirt to sew the side seams back together. Keep the shirt inside out when sewing the seams to keep the seams on the inside when you wear the shirt. Sew the bottom hem of the shirt. While the shirt is inside out, fold the bottom of the shirt over 1 inch. Fold the fabric so the outside is folded in to create a hem that goes inside the shirt when right side out. Use a sewing machine to create the hem at the bottom of the shirt while the shirt is turned inside out. Press the seams with an iron. Use an iron to flatten the fabric along each of the new seams you created. Try on your new shirt. Your shirt should now match the fit of your pattern shirt. Save the pattern shirt to use to resize additional shirts. Tie the back of the shirt in a knot. Create a tighter fitting shirt by tying the back of the shirt into a knot. Pull the fabric together behind your back. Twist the bottom of the shirt. Tie a knot at the bottom of the shirt. Pin the shirt with safety pins. Pinch the fabric at the back of the shirt together. Use safety pins to connect the bunched fabric together along the back of the shirt. Attach the safety pins to the inside of the shirt to hide them under the garment. Wear a blazer or sweater over the pinned shirt to hide your quick fix. Cut off the bottom of the shirt. Create a sporty half tee by cutting of the bottom half of the shirt. You can leave the hem unsewn or create a new hem after cutting off the bottom of the shirt. Wear a tank top or t-shirt under your cut-off for a layered look or for modesty.
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Soak the shirt in hot water. Wash the shirt in hot water. Dry the shirt on high heat. Get an old shirt that fits well. Remove the sleeves from the pattern shirt. Cut the side seams on the pattern shirt. Cut the seams of the shirt you want to make smaller. Lay the shirt out flat. Cut the shirt smaller. Pin the sleeve to the shirt. Sew the sleeve to the shirt. Sew up the sides of the shirt. Sew the bottom hem of the shirt. Press the seams with an iron. Try on your new shirt. Tie the back of the shirt in a knot. Pin the shirt with safety pins. Cut off the bottom of the shirt.
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How to Address Wedding Invitations
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To address wedding invitations, place families and couples on the same envelope and invite single guests separately. When you're writing out your guests' names, use the proper title, like "Mr." or "Mrs.," followed by their first and last name. If you're addressing a married couple, only write their last name once. For example, you could write "Mr. John and Mrs. Jane Smith." For a family, you can simply write something like "The Brady Family" on the envelope.
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Write out the names and addresses of all your guests. Before you put pen to expensive but pretty paper, do a headcount. Take the time to check over this information so you don't make any spelling errors that might bother you when you've got plenty of other planning to worry about. As you go along, you'll be able to figure out who gets invited together and who gets invited separately. Invite families and couples together. Any couple, married and unmarried, can be placed on the same envelope, as long as you wish to invite both of them. If you try to get out of inviting your friend's new partner you're iffy about, you might have an awkward moment on your hands. Children under 18 can also be addressed on the same invitation as their parents. For children over 18, it's usually best to send a separate invitation. If they live with their parents, you can get away with including them all on the same invitation. Similarly, siblings or other people living together but not in a relationship can be invited together. However, you might find separate invitations to be a more thoughtful gesture. This is up to you. Invite single guests separately. Individual invitations are for your guests that aren't covered on any other invitations. These are for people neither in a relationship nor living together with another guest. You may also choose to invite one person in a couple or household, but be prepared for any drama that might arise from those who feel left out. Single invitees can also be given a guest option to make up for this. The guest option is used to invite someone you don't know well, such as the new partner your friend is seeing. Assign appropriate titles to your guests. Noting a guest's professional titles, such as for doctors, military officials, and judges, is a respectful, classy touch. When these aren't relevant, you'll need to address people by Mr. and Mrs. Mr. is used for any males age 18 or older. Mrs. is used for married women or divorced and widowed women. Miss is used for single women and girls under 18. It's a little complicated, so taking care of this before you start writing can be a great relief. Ms. is a catch-all address. It works well for unmarried women over 30 and anytime you're unsure about what title to use. For medical doctors, you must spell out the word doctor. Other doctors get the abbreviation “Dr.,” which replaces Mr. and other prefixes. Refer to judges like “The Honorable Renley Baratheon” and military personnel like “Lieutenant Loras Tyrell, US Army.” Write out whole names on the center of the envelope. That's right, the recipient name features prominently on the envelope's front. Let the guest feel special. You're choosing them to attend an important even in your life, after all. Leave space below for coupled guests with different last names as well as the sending address. Spell out full words as often as possible. Guest names are a given, since the only abbreviations you'll use are ones such as Mr., Mrs., Jr., and Dr. Other words such as “and” are also typically spelled out for the sake of formality. It'll also give you a wicked hand cramp. As long as you're consistent, you can get away with shortening and to “&.” No one's going to call you out on it. Include a guest option for plus ones. An ordinary address to your dear but unmarried friend is “Miss Clara Oswald.” If you intend on only inviting her, you can leave it at that. Most people bring guests, and you need to show that this is welcome. Write, “Miss Clara Oswald and guest.” The word “guest” is always lowercase. At least you won't be surprised when Miss Oswald turns up at your wedding with a plus one. The word “guest” is only used when you don't know the guest's name. If you do know the name, write the name out under the first one. For example, write “Miss Clara Oswald” then “Dr. John Who” under it. You could choose to leave the “and guest” for the inner envelope. Leaving it out can make the outer envelope feel more personal. Address married couples with the same last name together. These are the easiest ones to figure out, as long as no one has a special title like Dr. Those married friends and parents you know are represented as a union like their wedding oath proclaims. The proper address is “Mr. and Mrs. Harry Potter” or “Mr. Harry and Mrs. Ginny Potter.” You'll probably be wishing you knew more married couples. The person whose last name is used on the invitation goes first unless their partner has a professional title, such as Dr. or a military ranking. The same rules apply to married same-sex couples that share a last name. If they don't share a last name, write the full names on separate lines. Write out the full names for couples that don’t share a last name. Some people don't assume their partner's last name. Invalidating that choice or their marriage would be an unpleasant start to your wedding, so take the time to write out both names. The person you are closest to goes first. For example, you're best friends with Rachel, so you write “Mrs. Rachel Green and Mr. Ross Geller.” When you are equally close to each person, list the names in alphabetical order. Separate unmarried couples onto different lines. It doesn't matter if they live together or not. Standard etiquette is to keep the names separate to differentiate them. These stiff old standards have relaxed over time, so you may be able to join the names with the word “and” like you would for married couples. To play it safe, separate the names, order them alphabetically by last name, and write the names out in full. For example, write “Mr. Joffrey Baratheon.” Under it, write “Miss Sansa Stark.” Order names by professional title rankings. Ranking tops gender, so if your best lady friend is an army colonel, judge, or rocket scientist, you better give her respect. Standard notation for rankings is “Dr. John and Mrs. Who.” If Mrs. Who is the doctor, flip the names. If they're both doctors, you can write “Drs. John and Clara Who.” The abbreviation for Dr. only needs to be written out in full for medical doctors. Remember to follow the other rules, such as denoting couples with different last names. Change it to “Dr. John Who and Dr. Clara Oswald.” Send children over 18 a separate invitation. At age 18, children are considered legal adults, at least in the US. It gets tricky when the friend you want to invite is living with their parents. You are free to include them on their parents' invitation, if you are sending one. You might as well send a separate invitation to avoid the confusion. When there are multiple children over 18 living together, list them by seniority. For example, write “Mr. Bill Weasley.” Under it, write “Mr. Charlie Weasley.” Good news! You don't need to list children under 18 on the outer envelope. You may do it by writing “Sansa and Arya” under “Mr. and Mrs. Ned Stark,” but ask yourself if it's worth the effort. Simplify family invitations to a last name. Writing out the full family name is perfectly acceptable and thoughtful. Normally, you'd address the invitation to the parents. Fortunately, there's a modern way to be inclusive while saving yourself time. Write out the invitation as “The Brady Family.” This implies the invitation is for the entire family, keeping your work short and sweet. Write addresses below the outer envelope's guest names. The address goes right under the guest name, so hopefully you've left enough space. The outer envelope is what the mail carrier sees, so the address as to be there. Write clearly and legibly so that the postal service gets the invitations to your guests on time. Take the time to refer to your guest list for accurate shipping information. You'll have some explaining to do if grandma's invitation gets lost in the mail. Avoid using abbreviations. Unfortunately, you can't save yourself some time here. You have to painstakingly write out the words you're used to abbreviating. Avenue, for example, should not be AVE on your envelope. State and country abbreviations also look tacky, so go ahead and learn how to spell Mississippi before trying to invite your long-lost uncle. In cases of couples not living together, the address used should belong to the person you know best. Place your return address in the upper left corner. Your hand is cramped, but persevere for the good of your wedding day. Lost envelopes won't make their way back to you without a return address. The upper left corner is the standard spot for your full and unabbreviated address. To avoid cramping the front side, you may write it on the back flap. The stamp can go back there too to give your handwriting space to shine. Printed address labels, while not as appealing as handwriting, are an option. It'll give you more time to spend on the important decisions, such as what kind of frosting to use on your cake (like chocolate or more chocolate). If an invitation is returned to you unopened, it most likely means you have the wrong address. Mention close friends by first name only. Referencing first names is a sign of intimacy and should only be done with people you know well. It's tempting to do it with everyone, since it saves you a lot of writing, but that would be uncomfortable for your boss, teacher, or uncle you never met. Reserve it for good friends and other people you're on a first name basis with. For example, write out “Harry and Ginny.” Families can be listed easily like this. You can write, “Ned, Catelyn, Robb, Miss Sansa, Miss Arya, Bran, and Rickon.” Initials are never a valid substitution for a name, but suffixes like Jr. and Sr. are always appropriate. Address most people by their last names. The bad news is that you'll have to do more writing, unless you hired someone to do it for you. The good news is that you get to be slightly less formal. Instead of writing first and last names, the inner envelope only contains the last name behind the salutation. Don't forget special honors such as Dr. For example, write “Mr. Potter and guest” or “Mr. and Mrs. Potter,” depending on the relationship. List unmarried names separately. Everyone who isn't married gets the honor of having their own line. Hey, it doesn't have to be a bad thing. Doing this gives both names equal weight. Order the names again by familiarity, or, for equal familiarity, by alphabetical order. For example, write out “Miss Granger.” Under it, write “Mr. Potter.” List each person invited to the wedding. This is an important step when you intend on inviting whole households. The inner envelope is the point where you have to list every name, including children under 18. If your family received an invitation that listed your parents but left you out, you'd be confused. You weren't verbally invited, and it would be awkward if you showed up unwelcome. Note the adult names first, such as “Mr. and Mrs. Ned Stark.” Under that, list the children by seniority. For instance, write “Robb, Miss Sansa, Miss Arya, Bran, and Rickon." Girls under 18 are denoted as “Miss.” Boys under 18 don't get a title. How unfair! Address the return envelopes. These are the envelopes your guests need to return their responses. Giving people zero excuse for not RSVPing will at least save some of your hair when you start pulling it out over planning this big event. Write your name, house number, street, town, state, and zip code in the center of the envelope. To save a whole lot of time, get pre-printed envelopes. You've written enough names and addresses for one day.
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Write out the names and addresses of all your guests. Invite families and couples together. Invite single guests separately. Assign appropriate titles to your guests. Write out whole names on the center of the envelope. Spell out full words as often as possible. Include a guest option for plus ones. Address married couples with the same last name together. Write out the full names for couples that don’t share a last name. Separate unmarried couples onto different lines. Order names by professional title rankings. Send children over 18 a separate invitation. Simplify family invitations to a last name. Write addresses below the outer envelope's guest names. Avoid using abbreviations. Place your return address in the upper left corner. Mention close friends by first name only. Address most people by their last names. List unmarried names separately. List each person invited to the wedding. Address the return envelopes.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Overcome-Fear-of-Disease
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How to Overcome Fear of Disease
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One way to help overcome your fear of disease is to avoid news stories that sensationalize the risk of certain health conditions and illnesses. These stories usually make these problems seem bigger than they actually are to get more viewers. To stop yourself from actively seeking out news stories about illnesses, put yourself on a full media vacation and don't watch or read any news for a couple weeks. If your anxiety is so bad that you rely on others to reassure you that you aren't sick, try keeping a small notebook on you wherever you go and tally the number of times you ask for comfort. With this tally, set small goals for yourself to reduce that number, which can help lower your anxiety. If you're having a hard time getting over your fears by yourself, try seeking out a therapist who can help you cope with your condition.
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Work with a therapist. Therapy is generally considered one of the most effective ways to manage anxiety disorders, and illness anxiety disorder is no different. There are many different approaches to therapy. Your general practitioner may be able to recommend a brand of therapy and a therapist if you're unsure of where to begin. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has been shown to help patients who suffer from illness anxiety disorder. Working with a therapist can help you learn what triggers your anxiety and find ways to cope with your condition. Practicing mindfulness, meditation, whole body relaxation, and controlled breathing are all techniques your therapist may use to help you cope with anxiety. Trauma-focused therapy may help certain individuals who develop illness anxiety disorder after a life-altering experience. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy treatment that was originally designed to alleviate those patients with traumatic memories. Talk to your doctor about developing a treatment plan that's right for you. Ask your doctor about medication. Medication can be highly effective at managing anxiety disorders for some individuals. For others, medication may not work at all and could cause unwanted side effects. If you are open to trying prescription treatments, talk to your doctor about whether medication may be right for you. The most commonly prescribed type of medication for illness anxiety disorder is antidepressants. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a type of antidepressant frequently prescribed to treat illness anxiety disorder. SSRIs are the main treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Medication may not work for everyone. Only a qualified medical expert can assess your condition and decide whether medication is an appropriate treatment option. Talk to your doctor about your risk. While some people with illness anxiety disorder would benefit from reducing their number of trips to the doctor, your doctor may be able to provide some comfort. Many conditions that people with illness anxiety disorder fear are hereditary, specific to certain locations around the world, or extremely difficult to contract. Assessing the real risk of contracting a disease may help provide you with some comfort and reassurance that you are actually healthy. Let your doctor know what diseases or illnesses you fear most. Ask your doctor what the likelihood is that you might have or contract those diseases. Your doctor will know your health history and should be able to assess whether you are at any real risk of getting those conditions. Establishing a good physician-patient relationship is imperative. You may want to set up frequent visits to the doctor's office so that your doctor can provide advice and reassurance on a regular basis. Always be courteous to the staff at your physician's office. Try to find constructive ways to reduce your risk of developing an illness, such as maintaining social distancing, washing your hands frequently, eating a healthy diet, exercising, and getting plenty of sleep. Regulate your doctor's visits and tests. Making frequent appointments, demanding testing, or seeking a second opinion can increase your anxiety levels and may further convince you that you are ill. Similarly, avoiding all medical treatment because you are fearful of a potential diagnosis can also increase and prolong your anxiety about illness. Whether you tend to visit your doctor often or avoid going to the doctor, you should talk to your general practitioner about finding a healthy balance in the number of appointments you make with your healthcare provider. Schedule regular check-ups (about once every six to 12 months is usually acceptable) and see your doctor when health problems arise; however, going to the doctor every time you feel anxious about an illness will only increase your anxiety. Avoid sensational news stories. While some health risks are an actual cause for concern, many news stories inflate the risk of hot topic health conditions and illnesses. These "must-fear" lists tend to change every few months, and many medical professionals agree that these sensationalized news stories largely inflate the risk of a given disease to increase viewership/readership. If you are reading or watching the news and you notice that an upcoming segment deals with a current health topic, try changing the channel or reading something else. For some individuals, avoiding all media may be necessary. If you find yourself seeking out news stories about illness or reading articles that people post online, you may benefit from a media "vacation." Resist the urge to read about diseases. People with illness anxiety disorder tend to either avoid anything that deals with health or they obsessively read as much as they can about illness and disease. While both are certainly problematic, obsessively reading about diseases can dramatically increase your anxiety and may even convince you that you have a medical condition or illness. Avoid researching medical topics on the internet and reading medical books or articles. Try to avoid watching medical programs on television, especially those that deal with rare or incurable conditions. Limit your need to ask for reassurance. Some people with anxiety disorders rely on reassurance from other people. This may be as simple as asking if you might have come in contact with a pathogen, or it may be more complex, like demanding that others treat you as though you were actually sick. Whatever your need for reassurance might be, tracking and reducing the frequency of your needs can help you reduce your anxiety in the long-term. Carry a small pocket notebook and a pen or pencil with you wherever you go. If this isn't feasible you can use an electronic device like your cell phone. Tally up the number of times you ask others for comfort or reassurance each day. Next to the number of times you ask for comfort/reassurance, rank your average level of fear for the day on a scale from 0 (no fear) to 10 (extremely anxious). Set a goal for yourself to reduce the number of times you ask for reassurance each day. Don't expect your number to drop drastically overnight. Scale your progress and aim to reduce your average daily number a little bit every week. Ask for support. You may find it helpful to ask for support from friends and family members. This can be a difficult topic to discuss, but it's important to remember that your loved ones care about you and are most likely willing to help you any way they can. Let your loved ones know what your needs are. Ask your loved ones to help you by pushing you outside your comfort zone and reducing the number of times they offer verbal comfort/reassurance. Say something like, "I will still need reassurance and comfort from time to time; however, I think it would help me the most if you limited how many times a day you give me that comfort." Try relaxation techniques. Relaxation techniques may not give you proof that you're not ill, but they can help calm your mind and relax your body. Techniques that promote relaxation are frequently recommended by doctors and therapists to help cope with many different types of anxiety disorders. Meditation , yoga , and tai chi are all common relaxation techniques used to reduce stress and anxiety. For example, try meditating for 30 minutes a day as a way of calming your mind. That can help you live in the moment, as opposed to worrying about the future. Walking outdoors is another simple and effective relaxation technique that may help alleviate your anxiety. Progressive muscle relaxation helps many people relax and overcome anxiety. Slowly tense each muscle from your toes to your head, hold the flex for at least five seconds, then release the tension and feel each muscle relax. Exercise regularly. Many healthcare and mental health professionals recommend exercise as a safe and effective way to manage anxiety. If you're considering a new exercise regimen, talk to your doctor to ensure that you are physically healthy enough to engage in regular exercise. Regular exercise can help you work through stress. The endorphins released during exercise can also have a calming effect on your mind and body. A regular exercise routine may also help relieve some of your fears about contracting a disease. The healthier your body is, the less likely you are to succumb to a severe illness. Aim to work your way up to 30 minutes five days a week of moderate-intensity exercise, or 150 minutes total. You should also include 20 – 30 minutes of strength training two to three times a week. Avoid intoxicants. While intoxicants like alcohol and recreational drugs may make you feel relaxed in the short term, they actually cause long-term problems like dependence and addiction. Intoxicants may actually induce anxiety in some individuals, which could potentially make your illness anxiety disorder symptoms even worse. Intoxicants also prevent you from actually confronting your anxiety. They are merely a crutch that you will need to lean on more and more as time goes on. Learn to recognize your own stress levels. Stress can significantly increase your anxiety levels. Some stress is unavoidable, but you can manage that stress once you learn to recognize it in your life. Engaging in negative self-talk and holding unrealistic expectations are two significant causes of stress that you can learn to recognize through reflecting and journaling about your thought process. Some common types of negative self-talk include filtering out all positive aspects of a situation to focus on the negative ones, automatically blaming yourself when bad things happen, and automatically anticipating the worst possible outcome. Replace negative self-talk with positive self-talk. Instead of dwelling on negative thoughts and situations, focus on what you can change to improve your situation, surround yourself with positive people, and use humor to lighten your mood. When you get overwhelmed, remind yourself that feeling anxious about your health is a sign that you care about yourself and want to ensure that you're healthy. Try wearing a rubber band around your wrist. Any time you catch yourself engaging in negative self-talk or dwelling on your anxieties, snap the rubber band to break your thought pattern and take a moment to meditate.
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Work with a therapist. Ask your doctor about medication. Talk to your doctor about your risk. Regulate your doctor's visits and tests. Avoid sensational news stories. Resist the urge to read about diseases. Limit your need to ask for reassurance. Ask for support. Try relaxation techniques. Exercise regularly. Avoid intoxicants. Learn to recognize your own stress levels.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Influence
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How to Influence
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If you want to influence the people around you, it's important to develop a strong character so you can command the respect and attention of others. One way to do this is to be a positive person rather than someone who's always complaining or criticizing. For example, if you're not happy with someone's work you can say, “That's a great idea, but what if we tried it a little differently?”. Along with staying positive, hone your public speaking skills by speaking clearly, concisely, and loudly. If you can make your opinions heard, you can more easily convince other people. When talking with someone, make an effort to look them in the eye and remember their name so you can build trust and confidence.
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Be positive. If you want to be an influential person , you'll quickly learn that positivity will work more than negativity. People gravitate toward people and are willing to be influenced by people who are positive and nurturing, not harsh and criticizing. If you're going to criticize someone's work or offer suggestions or alternatives, start by praising something. Instead of launching into a critique, say, "That's a great thought, but what if we tried it a little differently…" Avoid conversation topics that involve complaining and criticizing. Talk about things you like, not things that bug you. People will be more attracted to spending time with someone who wants to have fun and talk about positive things. Know your strengths. Influential people are those who know how to play to their own strengths. What is something that you do well? What do you do better than most people? Recognizing and emphasizing your strengths in your personal interactions is a great way of influencing others. If you're a harsh critic of yourself, listen to what others say. What are you often praised for doing? What earns you high marks in the eyes of others? Try to write down a list of your achievements and attribute each of them to something that you think you do well. This can be an excellent and easy way of identifying your major strengths. Practice your public speaking skills. If you can't speak up for yourself and communicate in a concise manner, it'll be hard to be influential. Influential people learn to voice their opinions and their ideas in concise language. You need to be convincing. Speak clearly and loudly when you speak to command attention. Don't talk over people, but make sure you can be heard. It's hard to influence anyone while you're mumbling. Be an expert in your field. If you want to influence others, you've got to do it with more than your good word and your ability to manipulate people. You've got to have the skills and the expertise to back up your words. You've got to walk the walk and talk the talk, which will allow you to be more assertive in your influence. If you want to influence your friends, coworkers, or family members, spend extra time studying and researching the things you're talking about and the things that you're doing, from your job to your hobbies. Stay informed and ahead of the curve, then put that knowledge into practice. Go "above and beyond." Be the first to get to the office and the last to leave. Put in extra hours on the home front and let your actions speak for themselves. Make an effort to be the best at everything you do. Even if you're not, the effort will be influential. Be charismatic. Charisma goes a long way in influence. It's hard to know exactly how to cultivate something that's hard to define, but a lot of it has to do with staying at ease in your own skin. Charisma is confidence. So, to influence others, stay relaxed, confident that you're correct in what you say, that you're who you are, and that what you say matters. Make the mundane interesting. The head of Google's Spam division has hundreds of thousands of Twitter followers not because Spam is an inherently fascinating topic, it's because he tweets about the topic hilariously. Being charismatic doesn't need to be any more complicated than knowing when to button up. Cultivate a little mystery in your life by staying out of a conversation, rather than contributing as you might normally and you might be surprised at how people will conversely become more curious in your thoughts. Influence in silence. Be believable. It's easier to influence others if your arguments are believable, well-organized, and convincing. From the way you carry yourself to the way you to the way you speak, cultivate a believable persona. Know when to let something drop. Influential people also know when to admit that they're wrong and drop an idea or an argument that's not working. Being influential doesn't mean being right all the time, or convincing others that something you say is correct when it isn't. Inspire. An inspiring person builds confidence and trust in others, influencing their decisions by spreading trust around. You don't need to be the smartest, the best, or the loudest, you just have to make other people feel as if they're benefiting from being around you. Easier said than done, but being inspirational is often the sum of many other abilities that will make you influential. Stay positive and speak well and you'll inspire. Identify the people you need to influence the most. If you want to expand your influence, it's important to spend time focusing on the people who matter the most. Whether you're in a position of authority or you're low on the totem pole, pick out the people who'll be able to help you make a difference, or the people who'll be the most likely to go along with you and your ideas. Don't waste time and energy on people who don't matter. It's not your job to influence every single person in your life. If your coworker has no authority over you, won't collaborate, and irritates you, ignore them. Be honest. Truth-telling and influence go hand-in-hand. Make it your goal to be as honest as possible with people you want to influence. If you don't like an idea your employee brings you, be honest and say so as kindly as possible. Don't withhold uncomfortable truths, make it your goal to stay truthful and people will respect you. Bluntness can be a turnoff in some cases, or it can be refreshing and influential. Still, it's important to exercise tact and pay close attention to the fine line between hurting someone's feelings and being honest. Establish conversational rapport. When you're interacting with people one-on-one, practice building rapport with people and instilling trust and confidence. Good conversational skills are more than just saying the right thing. To build rapport, make sure you: Maintain personal space and distance Look others in the eye Breathe slowly and maintain an even tone of voice Match your diction to others Anticipate the expectations of others. If you've guessed what someone's going to say before they say it, you'll be able to influence much easier. Work on organizing your thoughts and thinking about what you have to say ahead of time, so you don't have to think and speak on the fly. Anticipate other peoples' reactions and responses to think of what you're going to say before you say it. Be willing to collaborate. Negotiation and arbitration is a very important part of being influential. Working together to build the best possible ideas helps to give others the sense that you're willing to listen. Make sure that you take multiple perspectives into consideration and let others contribute. Make it a team effort. Let other people come up with your ideas. If you're convinced that you've got the right answer, lead others through your thinking, but don't come up with a solution yet. When someone else sees where it's going, praise their great idea, even if it was yours. Remember people’s names. Little things matter. There's nothing that ingratiates someone less than forgetting someone's name, then brushing it off with a "Oh, sorry I'm terrible with names." Don't be that person. Be the person who only needs to hear it once, then talks to everyone, from the mailman to the CEO as if you've known them for years. Listen actively when others talk. Look people in the eye, nod your head when you agree, and focus on conversations that you're having. Engage and listen closely and you'll be much more collaborative and influential in your conversations. Other people will be more likely to tell you the truth and open up if you're a good listener. Don't just give the appearance of listening closely, actually listen closely. We've all had bosses who nod along but couldn't summarize what you just said if they had to. Don't be like that. Really listen closely and think about what someone is saying. Don't just wait for your turn to speak. Appeal to others’ sense of creativity. People like to feel unique, as if they have good ideas that are respected by other people. If you want to influence someone, don't do it by appealing to their sense of duty, or their sense of greed, or their sense of competition–appeal to their creative side. Give them the opportunity to form new ideas and creative ways of thinking and give them the opportunity to indulge those ideas. Praise creative concepts, even if they don't pan out. If you have a friend who had a radical new idea about a small business that turns out to fail, praise their gumption. Celebrate little failures. Ask for what you want. If you want to influence others, lead them in the direction you want them to go. if your boss has the ability to grand you a raise that you want, tell your boss you want a raise at the appropriate time. There's no sense in beating around the bush. Cut to the chase and speak from the heart. If your reasons are sound and your influence is strong, you should have a stronger chance of getting what you want. You'll never know if you don't ask.
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Be positive. Know your strengths. Practice your public speaking skills. Be an expert in your field. Be charismatic. Be believable. Inspire. Identify the people you need to influence the most. Be honest. Establish conversational rapport. Anticipate the expectations of others. Be willing to collaborate. Remember people’s names. Listen actively when others talk. Appeal to others’ sense of creativity. Ask for what you want.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Match-Paint-Colors
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How to Match Paint Colors
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If you need to match your wall's paint color, use your phone to take a picture of your wall and use it as a reference when you browse the samples at the paint store. Since pictures won't look exactly like what's on the wall, take pictures at different times of the day to get a few different hue options depending on how the light hits the paint. At the paint store, grab a few samples that look close to your photo, take them home, and tape them to the wall. Throughout the day, compare the samples to the original paint and take note of the shades that seem like a match. If one sample is a match earlier in the day and another matches better in the evening, ask the paint store if they can mix a shade in between.
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Clean the area you're trying to paint match. Over time, fingerprints, dust, and dirt can collect on the surface of an object or a wall, and this can make the paint color seem darker than it actually is. To make sure you're testing the actual color, wipe the paint down with a damp, soapy sponge, and allow it to dry completely before you try to match the color. In addition to giving you a more accurate color match, cleaning the wall will help the new paint adhere better. Scrape off a 1 in (2.5 cm) sample of drywall paint with a razor knife. If you're trying to match paint on sheetrock or drywall, the easiest way to get a perfect match is to bring a sample with you to the paint store. Use a utility knife to score a square into the surface of the sheetrock about ⁄ 8 in (0.32 cm) deep, then peel away the paper. Place the sample in a plastic bag or an envelope so it doesn't get smudged before you get to the paint store. Once the store has analyzed the color, dab a little of the paint onto a corner of the sample and let it dry to ensure it's a perfect match. Bring the item you’re matching to the paint store if it's portable. Thanks to the computerized color-matching technology at most paint stores, you can match almost anything! If you're trying to find a paint that's the same color as an object, you can bring that object in with you when you go to buy paint. The staff at the paint store will then scan the item and come up with an exact or near-exact digital match to the color of the object. If there's not an existing color that matches your object, the paint store can mix one up for you. Download a paint-matching app if you can’t take a sample. Most major paint brands have their own apps for matching paint colors, including Sherwin-Williams, BEHR, Glidden, and Valspar. Visit the app store on your smartphone and choose an app that will scan your wall color and provide you with a color match. If you remember the brand you used originally, download their app. If you don't know the brand, try a few different apps to see which gives you the closest match, or try an app like Paint My Place which uses multiple paint brands. Scan your paint in natural lighting for the best result. Differences in lighting can make your paint more yellow or more blue, depending on which type of light is being used. To avoid these inconsistencies, try to test your paint sample in an area with plenty of natural light if you can, like near an open window or door. Since natural light changes throughout the day, it may help to take a color reading in the morning, afternoon, and evening. If your room doesn't have much natural light, use the room's primary light source to test the paint. Incandescent lights will make paint seem warmer, while fluorescent lights look cooler. Halogen bulbs more closely resemble daylight. Test the paint in an inconspicuous area to make sure it’s a good match. Differences in lighting and cameras can make digital paint matching imprecise. If you purchase paint based on the results you get from an app, be sure to test it somewhere where the difference won't be obvious. Let the paint dry completely before you check whether it's a match, since wet paint can look like a different color at first. Purchase or borrow a color scanner for a more precise match. Apps rely on your smartphone's camera to get a color match, but you can get more accurate results with a small device that scans paint colors using an independent camera with its own lighting. If you'll be doing a lot of color matching, it can be worth the investment. These color scanners are $65-$100 at most home stores and connect to your phone via Bluetooth. Take a picture of the original color before you go to the paint store. If you're planning to pick up color samples from the paint store, take along a photo of the original paint. Pictures won't give you an exact color match, but they can be helpful if you're trying to remember the general hue. If you can, try snapping pictures at different times of day, since the changes in lighting will make the paint look different. If you're in a hurry and don't have time to wait a few hours for the light to change, try taking pictures with the flash on and off, or with the main light on, followed by lamplight. Holding up a true white piece of paper or cardstock in the picture can help your camera to automatically correct the color balance. Choose a handful of samples to bring home with you. The lighting in the paint aisle won't be the same as it is in your home, and different shades can seem really similar, so it's important to bring the paint samples to the wall to compare the colors. Choose a handful of colors that seem close to the shade you want to match. If you're not sure what brand the original color was, be sure to get shades from several different brands, as well. If you like, you can also purchase or borrow a fan deck of colors from the paint store so you'll have access to all of the shades a particular brand offers. Tape the samples to the wall and examine them at different times of day. It can be tempting to just hold up the samples and immediately choose which one is the closest, but since the color of the room will change slightly as the sun moves throughout the day, you should hang the samples and come back to them every couple of hours. Of course, if none of the samples are a match, you will probably be able to tell right away. If one sample is a match early in the day and another matches better in the evening, ask the paint store if they can mix a shade in between. Paint a small section of each color on the wall if you’re still not sure. Most paint stores will sell you a small can of paint that you can use to paint a sample. If you can't decide between 2 or 3 different shades, purchase a sample size of each. Paint a small swatch of each color onto the wall and look at them for a few days before making your final decision. In addition to changes in light throughout the day, changes in weather can also affect your paint color. Your swatches might look different on a sunny day than they do on a day when that's overcast.
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Clean the area you're trying to paint match. Scrape off a 1 in (2.5 cm) sample of drywall paint with a razor knife. Bring the item you’re matching to the paint store if it's portable. Download a paint-matching app if you can’t take a sample. Scan your paint in natural lighting for the best result. Test the paint in an inconspicuous area to make sure it’s a good match. Purchase or borrow a color scanner for a more precise match. Take a picture of the original color before you go to the paint store. Choose a handful of samples to bring home with you. Tape the samples to the wall and examine them at different times of day. Paint a small section of each color on the wall if you’re still not sure.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-a-Seizure
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How to Stop a Seizure
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It can be really scary to see someone having a seizure, but unless the person has been prescribed medications to stop a seizure, there isn't much you can do to stop one once it starts. Instead, help the person to the ground, and try to turn them onto their side so they can breathe easily. Move anything hard or sharp away from the person, and place something soft like a pillow or a jacket under the person's head. If the person has never had a seizure before or the seizure lasts for more than 5 minutes, call for emergency medical help right away.
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Lower them to the ground. If the person is sitting or standing, you need to get them to the ground so they don't fall and injure themselves. Lower them as well as you can to the ground, trying to stay out of the way of any flailing limbs. Place the person on their side. To help the person breathe, turn them so they are on their side. That will help keep their airway clear. Reduce the risk of injury by checking the area. Move anything away from the person that could cause them harm if they come in contact with it. Look for anything that is hard or sharp, and make sure it's out of range. Place something soft under the person's head. Often, seizures will result in repeated head movements. That could lead to the person injuring themselves if they bang their head against the floor. Place a pillow or a jacket underneath the person's head to reduce the chance of injury. Stay clear of the person. Often, with a grand mal seizure, the person may flail their arms or legs. You shouldn't try to restrain the person. In fact, once you have them safe, it's a good idea to stay out of their way. Call an ambulance if it's the first time the person has had a seizure. If you know the person well and they've never had a seizure before, you should call emergency services to get immediate medical care. They can assist in stopping the seizure once they arrive. Call emergency services if the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes. Even if the person has had a seizure before, you should call emergency services if the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes. Begin the timer as soon as you can get the person safe. You should also call emergency services if the person injures themselves, has trouble breathing, has more than one seizure in a row, or has another health condition such as diabetes or heart disease. Also, call if the seizure happened in water or if the person is pregnant. If you are questioning whether or not you should call emergency services, give them a call. It is always better to call if you're unsure. Stay with the person. If you're the only person there, it's important to stay with the person having the seizure so you can monitor them. Plus, they will be disoriented when they come out of the seizure, so they will need someone there. Try to stay calm and collected. Be sure to check the person for injuries as they come out of the seizure; look for blood or bruises. Keep in mind, they may not be able to answer questions due to disorientation. Help a person who feels a seizure onset by getting them water. In some cases, a person may be able to tell a seizure is coming on. In that case, they may take a pill in hopes of stopping the seizure before it starts. Help the person by finding them some water to take their medication. Typically, benzodiazepines, such as lorazepam, diazepam, and midazolam, are prescribed for this purpose. If the person is already seizing, you should not put a pill in their mouth, as they could choke on it or inhale it into their lungs. Check for a medical alert bracelet or necklace. These pieces of jewelry can tell you whether the person is carrying medication that you can administer in case of a seizure. The jewelry can also tell you whether you should call emergency services or not, as well as who to call in an emergency. Spray liquid medicine into the person's nose. In some cases, the person's doctor will have prescribed a liquid medication, benzodiazepine, to them. This medication is then sprayed into the person's nose. While this administration isn't FDA-approved yet, it is still common practice. Use a syringe to administer liquid medication to the cheek as an alternative. Open the bottle of medication, typically midazolam, and push a clean syringe into the top, pushing the plunger down. Turn the bottle over and withdraw the prescribed amount of medication, which should be on the bottle. Hold the person's chin gently and place the end of the syringe between the teeth and cheek on the side that's nearest the ground. Push the plunger down to release the medication. Sometimes, this medication comes in a pre-dosed ampoule that you can squeeze the medication from. The use of this medication in this way hasn't been approved by the FDA outside of hospitals, though it has been approved in the UK. However, it is still sometimes prescribed for this purpose. Generally, this medication is prescribed for children. Expect lorazepam or diazepam to be administered by IV. If the person is still seizing once emergency services arrive, they will likely administer one of these two drugs on the way to the hospital. They will likely use an IV to administer the drug, though diazepam may also be administered rectally.
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Lower them to the ground. Reduce the risk of injury by checking the area. Place something soft under the person's head. Stay clear of the person. Call an ambulance if it's the first time the person has had a seizure. Call emergency services if the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes. Stay with the person. Help a person who feels a seizure onset by getting them water. Check for a medical alert bracelet or necklace. Spray liquid medicine into the person's nose. Use a syringe to administer liquid medication to the cheek as an alternative. Expect lorazepam or diazepam to be administered by IV.
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How to Grow Cactus Indoors
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To grow cactus indoors, put your plant in a sunny spot, like a south- or east-facing window. During the spring, summer, and fall months, which are the growing season, give your cactus water with some diluted fertilizer every week. You should also rotate your cactus a quarter turn every month to keep it growing evenly, since it grows toward the sun. Finally, encourage dormancy in your cactus during the winter months by moving it to a cooler window, watering it just once a month, and omitting the fertilizer altogether. This will help your cactus bloom later on.
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Take a cutting from a healthy cactus. You can grow new cacti from a pup that shoots off of a healthy mother plant. Choose a pup that's plump, unblemished, and healthy. Gently cut or break off an entire pup from the plant. You can also buy cacti at local nurseries, home stores, and garden centers. Let the wound heal. Transfer the cutting to a sunny windowsill. Lay the cutting down flat and leave it for about two days. This will give the wound time to form a callous. If you don't let the wound heal before planting, the cutting will likely rot. Select a pot for the cactus. The most important thing to remember when choosing a pot for a cactus is drainage. Find a pot with drainage holes in the bottom that will allow excess water to drain out. Cacti also do well in smaller pots, so choose a pot that's about twice the size of the plant. You can use clay or plastic pots for cacti. Plastic pots are lighter and cheaper, but heavier clay pots are better for large or top-heavy plants. Fill the pot with a cactus-specific potting soil. Cacti need soil that drains very quickly, so choose a medium that's specific for these types of plants. For even better drainage, mix two parts of the cactus potting soil with one part lava rock pebbles or pearlite. Cacti that sit in wet soil are prone to fungal and bacterial growth. Plant the cutting in the soil. Place the stem or leaf cutting callous-down in the potting soil. Push the cutting in just deep enough so that it will stand up on its own. Use your hands to gently firm the soil around the cutting to stabilize it. Mist the soil. Moisten the soil to provide the cactus with extra water, but don't soak the soil. Until roots and new growth start to form, only mist the cutting lightly when the soil feels dry. Otherwise, the cutting may rot. Keep the cutting in a bright location. Transfer the cutting to a windowsill or other area that gets lots of bright but indirect sunlight. Too much direct sun can damage a new cutting. Leave the cutting in this location for a month or two, until new growth starts to appear. Choose a sunny location. Once established, most species of cacti need several hours of direct sunlight every day. A south- or east-facing window will be ideal for most cacti. However, if the cactus starts to look yellowed, bleached, or orangey, it is likely getting too much light, and you should move it to a west-facing window. Kitchen and bathroom windows are great for cacti, because they can pull additional moisture from the air as needed. Water the cactus weekly during growing season. Overwatering can kill a cactus, but the plant will need weekly waterings during active growing periods. Growth phases are typically between spring and fall. When the soil feels dry to the touch, water the plant until the soil is thoroughly damp. Don't water if the soil is still moist, as this will cause rot and kill the plant. Fertilize the plant weekly during the growing season. Cacti will also benefit from regular feedings during the spring, summer, and fall months. When you go to water the cactus each week, stir in a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer before watering. Dilute the fertilizer to a quarter of the strength as recommended by the label. Provide plenty of circulation. Cacti don't necessarily like drafts or stiff breezes, but they will thrive in areas where there's plenty of fresh air. You can improve the circulation in your home by running ceiling fans, opening vents, and opening windows during warmer weather. Rotate the pot monthly. Like many plants, a cactus will grow toward the light, and this can cause uneven or distorted growth. Encourage balanced growth by providing the cactus with even light, and rotate the pot a quarter turn every month. Repot the cactus annually. Pick a well-draining pot that's one size larger than the current pot. Fill the pot with cactus potting mix. Pick up your cactus, place your hand around the base of the plant, and turn the pot over to remove the cactus. Gently tap the roots to remove old soil, and prune off any dead or dried roots. Place the cactus in the new pot and firm the soil around the base with your hands. For the first two weeks after transplanting, don't water the cactus, and keep it in a bright location that's protected from direct sunlight. Encourage the cactus to enter dormancy in winter. Fall and winter are typically dormant months for cacti. Dormancy is necessary for most plants to recoup their energy, and the rest period will encourage flower growth later on. You can help the plant enter dormancy by: Cutting back watering to once a month Stopping the regular feedings Moving the cactus to a cooler window (ideally between 45 and 55 °F (7 and 13 °C) Move the cactus to a darker location if it’s getting bleached. Some cactus varieties do better with indirect sunlight. If your cactus is turning white, yellowing, or spots are turning orange, it likely means the plant is getting too much sun. Move the cactus to a window that gets less direct sun. Move the plant to a brighter location if it’s reaching or thinning. A cactus that isn't getting enough light may start to grow toward the light, causing distorted or unbalanced growth. Another symptom is a thinning top. Move the cactus to a window that gets more direct sunlight. To prevent scorching, move a cactus to a brighter location gradually, by moving it closer to the light over a period of a few days. Address common cactus pests. There are a few insects that can be problematic when you're growing cacti, including mealy bugs, scale, and spider mites. To get rid of these pests , rinse or mist the cactus with water to wash away the pests. Insecticides are not often useful at treating these problems. Mealy bugs can be identified by the fuzzy patches they create on the plants, scale looks like raised brown spots, and spider mites will create whitish webs.
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Take a cutting from a healthy cactus. Let the wound heal. Select a pot for the cactus. Fill the pot with a cactus-specific potting soil. Plant the cutting in the soil. Mist the soil. Keep the cutting in a bright location. Choose a sunny location. Water the cactus weekly during growing season. Fertilize the plant weekly during the growing season. Provide plenty of circulation. Rotate the pot monthly. Repot the cactus annually. Encourage the cactus to enter dormancy in winter. Move the cactus to a darker location if it’s getting bleached. Move the plant to a brighter location if it’s reaching or thinning. Address common cactus pests.
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How to Make a Gentle Aquarium Siphon or Vacuum
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To make a gentle aquarium gravel vacuum, drill a hole through the hole in a plastic drink bottle. Use scissors to cut off the bottom inch or so of the bottle, then run a lighter across the edge you just cut to strengthen it and dull any sharp edges. Screw a 1/2-inch male riser into the hole in the cap, then attach a 1/2-inch PVC female adapter to the male riser. Use the female adapter to attach the bottle to a long section of 1/2-inch diameter PVC pipe to finish the vacuum wand.
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Drill a 3⁄4 inch (1.9 cm) hole into the center of your bottle's cap. Start by removing all of the labels from your 17 ounce (502 mL) plastic bottle. Now, with the cap attached to the bottle, use an electric drill and ⁄ 4 inch (1.9 cm) bit to drill a hole into the center. Be sure the cap is tightly attached to the bottle prior to drilling the hole. Remove the bottom 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the bottle. Hold the bottle horizontally with your non-dominant hand and grip it firmly. Now, use a pair of scissors to remove the bottom portion, which is typically about 1 inch (2.5 cm) long. Turn the bottle as you cut to make removal easier. Heat the edge of the cut portion of the bottle. Hold the bottle horizontally in front of you with your non-dominant hand. Afterward, turn on your lighter and run the flame around the circumference of the bottle's cut edge to strengthen the plastic. Take care not to burn the bottle, which will cause the release of toxic fumes. Screw a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) male riser into the cap's hole. Press the tip of the riser into the cap's hole and turn it clockwise while applying light pressure. Continue doing this until the smooth part is flush with the cap—the riser should be a perfect fit. Tighten the cap as much as possible after screwing in the riser. Attach a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) PVC female adapter to the male riser. Press the tip of the female adapter to the remaining ridged end of the male riser. Now, turn the adapter clockwise until it fits tightly against the smooth portion of the riser. Make sure you screw on the threaded side of the female adapter. Connect the 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) inch diameter PVC pipe to the female adapter. The PVC pipe acts as the wand for your gravel vacuum. Make sure the pipe is about 2 feet (0.61 m) long for every 55 gallons (210 L). Insert an open end of the PVC pipe into the remaining non-threaded hole in the female adapter. Press it firmly into place until it can't go in any further. Gently turn the pipe left and right as you press it into the female adapter. Attach a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) PVC female adapter to the PVC pipe. Locate the smooth end of the remaining female adapter. Now, press it firmly onto the remaining end of the PVC pipe until it fits snugly. Make sure the free end of the female adapter is the ridged end. Attach the remaining male riser to the female adapter. Cover each ridged end of the ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) male riser with plumber's tape for waterproofing. Afterward, place it against the free ridged end of the ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) female adapter and turn it clockwise until it's screwed tightly in place. Cut off any excess pieces of plumber's tape that extend past the ridged ends of the male riser. Connect the ball valve to the male riser. Place the ball valve against the free end of the male riser. Now, turn it clockwise until it screws into place. Use the slight groove created by this connection to hold the vacuum. Wrap and connect a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) male hose adapter to the valve. Start by wrapping plumber's tape around the tip of a ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) male hose adapter. Now, screw the connector into the free end of the ball valve. Check that your wand is made of the following (in order): plastic bottle, ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) male riser, ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) PVC female adapter, ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) inch thick PVC pipe, ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) PVC female adapter, ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) male riser, ball valve, and a ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) male hose connector. Screw two 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) hose adapters to the power head. The 400 gallon (1,500 L) power head has 2 threaded input and output holes. Start by wrapping the threaded end of each hose adapter with plumber's tape. Now, screw them clockwise into each of the holes. Cut off any excess plumber's tape after wrapping the adapters. Connect the wand and power head with the longer piece of vinyl tubing. Attach one end of the ⁄ 8 by ⁄ 8 inch (2.2 cm × 1.6 cm) vinyl tubing to the free end of the ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) male hose adapter on your wand. Now, attach the remaining end of the tubing to the male hole connector in the power head's input hole. Press each end of the tubing firmly over the adapters until they're flush with the ridged edges of the connectors. Attach the short vinyl tubing to the male hole adapter's output. Press one end of the shorter vinyl tubing onto the free end of the male hole adapter attached to the power head's output hold. Continue pressing it in until it's tightly in place. Turn the vinyl tubing left and right as you apply pressure to attach it firmly. Stuff 100 percent polyester filling into 1/2 of the plastic bottle. Grab a handful of polyester filling and push it into the pop can all the way down to the opening—it should fill about ½ of the bottle total—to separate incoming debris. You can purchase polyester filling from crafts stores for very cheap. Swap out polyester filling with filter padding for a more effective—but more expensive—option. Vacuum your aquarium. Suspend the end of the gravel vacuum in the aquarium. Place the power head's output tubing into the aquarium horizontally until it fills completely and then quickly close the ball valve by turning it clockwise to hold the siphoned water. Position the powerhead against the glass and clamp the output tubing to the edge of the aquarium with a tube clip. Now, reopen the ball valve, plug in the power, and start cleaning your tank. Focus your efforts on the bottom of the tank as opposed to the top surface of the water. Move the vacuum head in a grid-like pattern every 3 to 4 seconds. Unplug the power head and drain the remaining tubing when you're finished. Attach two 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) male hose adapters to the ball valve. Press each connector to an open end of the valve and turn them clockwise until they're flush against the valve. Afterward, use a wrench to grip each one and tighten them as much as possible. Grip each connector perpendicular to the valve as you tighten them. Connect the ball valve and plastic bottle with 3 to 4 ft (0.91 to 1.22 m) tubing. Start by connecting one end of the tubing to the male adapter extending from the plastic bottle. Now, connect the remaining end to one of the connectors on the ball valve. Turn the hose to the left and right while applying pressure toward the male adapter. Attach the remaining tubing to the ball valve. You should now have about 7 feet (2.1 m) of tubing left—connect it to the male adapter remaining on the ball valve. The remaining tubing can be as long as you want. Siphon water from your aquarium. Start by putting the tube into the aquarium horizontally so that it fills completely. Now, turn the valve clockwise to hold the water in place, place the hose into a drainage bucket, and turn the valve counterclockwise to loosen it and start the flow of water. Turn the valve clockwise to stop the flow of siphon water and turn it counterclockwise to resume it. You can also use your mouth to pull back on the tube after filling it and hold the water in place. However, this isn't recommended for sanitary reasons.
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Drill a 3⁄4 inch (1.9 cm) hole into the center of your bottle's cap. Remove the bottom 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the bottle. Heat the edge of the cut portion of the bottle. Screw a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) male riser into the cap's hole. Attach a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) PVC female adapter to the male riser. Connect the 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) inch diameter PVC pipe to the female adapter. Attach a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) PVC female adapter to the PVC pipe. Attach the remaining male riser to the female adapter. Connect the ball valve to the male riser. Wrap and connect a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) male hose adapter to the valve. Screw two 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) hose adapters to the power head. Connect the wand and power head with the longer piece of vinyl tubing. Attach the short vinyl tubing to the male hole adapter's output. Stuff 100 percent polyester filling into 1/2 of the plastic bottle. Vacuum your aquarium. Attach two 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) male hose adapters to the ball valve. Connect the ball valve and plastic bottle with 3 to 4 ft (0.91 to 1.22 m) tubing. Attach the remaining tubing to the ball valve. Siphon water from your aquarium.
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How to Paint Cinder Blocks
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To paint cinderblocks, first, get the cinderblocks ready by scrubbing them with a masonry cleaner and scrub brush to remove any powdery deposits. Once the cinderblocks have been wiped clean, wash them with a pressure washer or garden hose and let them dry for 4 hours. Then, use polyurethane caulk to fill any cracks before applying a coat of primer. After the primer has dried for a full day, use a nap roller to apply an even coat of high-quality acrylic latex paint. If you're painting outdoor cinderblocks, make sure your paint is weatherproof to keep your cinderblocks safe from the elements. Let the first coat of paint dry for 12 hours, then roll on another coat. After 24 hours, your cinderblocks should be completely dry.
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Remove powder deposits with masonry cleaner. Some cinder blocks that have been exposed to water through a leak will develop a white powder coating on the outside. It can be removed by scrubbing the deposits with cleaner and a scrub brush. Allow the cleaned areas to dry completely before washing the walls further. Alternatively, you can mix the masonry cleaner with water in a 1-to-1 mixture in a pressure washer and clean the surface of the cinder blocks with the pressurized mixture. To avoid future deposits after painting, locate the cause of the leak and repair it appropriately before priming and painting. Use a putty knife or paint scraper to remove any current paint. Cinder blocks are mostly all a shade of gray or taupe, so if your blocks are another color or have a shine to them, they're probably painted. Lift off the paint with the edge of the scraper. Chip away small portions at a time until as much of the paint is removed as possible. Don't worry about very small pieces that are still present after you remove most of the paint. You can normally scrub these off with water or paint over them without any problem. Wash the blocks with a pressure washer or hose and scrub brush. Using a pressure washer on a mild pressure level of 1500-2000 psi will get the job done quickly, but it's okay if you don't have access to one. You can use a regular garden hose to spray down the blocks and then scrub with a brush to remove dirt. Avoid using soap in the water because it will take longer to dry and isn't effective for cleaning bare cinder block. Allow the blocks to dry for 4 hours after getting wet. The primer won't stick if it's applied to wet cinder blocks. If you're working inside, open windows or turn on fans to allow the cinder blocks to dry out quickly. Be patient. If all of the blocks aren't dry after 4 hours, you should wait an additional hour before priming. Seal cracks with polyurethane caulk. Purchase a tube of caulk at the hardware or home improvement store and locate any cracks in the cinder block. Cut about 0.25 inches (0.64 cm) off the tip of the caulk and push the caulk to the tip of the tube with your hands or a caulking gun. Then, apply the caulk to the crack liberally, covering the joint completely. For a smooth finish, run a razor over the applied caulk to flatten the joint and make it blend with the rest of the block. You can also use this method to seal cracks between individual cinder blocks and protect against water leakage. Select a bonding and filling primer. At the hardware or home improvement store, look for primers that are latex acrylic-based. These will work best for most cinder blocks and will fill in any cracks and pores in the blocks and neutralize the pH while you're painting. If you're painting an area that has a water leakage issue, such as a basement, or painting blocks that are located outdoors, look for a waterproof primer. Bonding and filling primer will work for both smooth and split-face cinder blocks. Make sure you measure the height and length of each wall, and add the areas of each wall to find the total that you'll be painting before you go to the store. Then, ask the sales associate for a recommendation on the amount of paint you should purchase based on the area. Apply a coat of primer using nap rollers. Use long, even strokes when applying the primer. Depending on the roughness of the blocks you're painting, use a 0.5 in (1.3 cm) nap roller for rough surfaces or 0.25 in (0.64 cm) nap roller for smooth surfaces. One coat of primer will be plenty if you're painting over with a different color. If you're only priming the blocks, a second coat will ensure the paint sticks and prevent wear over time. Allow the primer to dry for 24 hours before painting. It's important that the primer is completely dry before you begin to apply the next coat. Check on the blocks after 24 hours. They should be completely dry to the touch with no transfer onto a finger or glove. Purchase high-quality acrylic latex paint. Cinder blocks require a durable paint to hold up to wear and tear. Latex paint with acrylic will provide the best coverage and the smoothest application for both smooth and split-face cinder blocks. To determine how much paint to buy, use the same area measurements that you used to purchase the primer. Ask a store associate how much paint they recommend for the area, which will vary based on the brand. At the hardware store, purchase a half-gallon of extra paint in case you need to touch up the paint in the future. If the paint will be on exterior blocks, select a paint that is also weatherproof to prevent damage from the elements. Apply an even coat of paint using a 0.5 in (1.3 cm) nap roller. It's important to work slowly and with a little bit of paint at a time to ensure an even application and prevent dripping, which will be visible on the cinder blocks. Work vertical sections, covering as much as possible with long strokes of the roller. Try to avoid overlapping sections, as these will take longer to dry and can give an uneven look to the first coat. If you have smaller areas that need to be painted, use a nylon polyester brush. Allow the first coat to dry for 12 hours. Keep the room well ventilated with fans if you're working indoors, and check on the paint after 12 hours to ensure that it's completely dry. Do this by touching the paint gently with a rag or gloved finger. There should be no transfer. If you live in an area that's more humid, you might need to wait up to 18 hours before the paint dries. Apply a second coat of paint using a 0.5 in (1.3 cm) nap roller. Like the first coat, you'll want this to be as even as possible. Work slowly, taking a little bit of paint on the roller at a time and applying in long, smooth strokes. For hard to reach or tight places, you can use a brush, but your brush strokes may be visible on smooth cinder blocks. Allow the paint to dry for 24 hours. Keep the room area ventilated with fans if you're working indoors. Test to see if the paint is dry by touching it with a gloved hand or rag in an inconspicuous area. There should be no transfer. If the second coat isn't even or you want better coverage, you can apply a third coat to the blocks. Be sure to wait at least 12 hours before applying a third coat.
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Remove powder deposits with masonry cleaner. Use a putty knife or paint scraper to remove any current paint. Wash the blocks with a pressure washer or hose and scrub brush. Allow the blocks to dry for 4 hours after getting wet. Seal cracks with polyurethane caulk. Select a bonding and filling primer. Apply a coat of primer using nap rollers. Allow the primer to dry for 24 hours before painting. Purchase high-quality acrylic latex paint. Apply an even coat of paint using a 0.5 in (1.3 cm) nap roller. Allow the first coat to dry for 12 hours. Apply a second coat of paint using a 0.5 in (1.3 cm) nap roller. Allow the paint to dry for 24 hours.
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How to Grow a Square Watermelon
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To grow a square watermelon, start by finding a healthy watermelon growing on the vine while it is still about the size of a softball. Next, gently place the melon into a square mold with a slotted lid that allows light and air to pass through so it can continue to grow. Then, place the mold in an area with well draining soil and lots of sunlight, and continue watering the plant as the fruit grows. Finally, when the tendrils around the stem dry out and a light patch develops on the bottom of the melon, gently remove the watermelon from the mold and cut it from the vine.
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Select the right location. Watermelons need a few things to grow properly, including lots of space and plenty of sun. A good location to plant watermelon vines is an open area that gets lots of direct sunlight throughout the day. Watermelon vines can reach 20 feet (6 m) in length. Prepare the soil. Watermelons are heavy feeders, so it's important to amend the soil with lots of nutrients a few weeks before planting. They also need well-draining soil. Add some aged compost, manure, or seaweed to the garden bed and till it into the soil. Use compost specifically if you want to ensure your soil drains well. The ideal pH for watermelons is between 6 and 6.8. Warm the ground with black plastic or landscaping fabric. Watermelon seeds need warm soil to grow, and if you live in cooler or northern climates, you should warm the soil a couple of weeks before planting to ensure it heats up enough. Cover the garden bed with black plastic or landscape fabric, and lay some rocks along the perimeter to keep the plastic from blowing away. You can either use large sheets of black plastic or landscaping fabric from a gardening store, or you can cut open black garbage bags and use those. Landscaping fabric is a great option if you want to reuse the material. It also allows water to trickle down to the soil below, unlike plastic. You can easily cut slits in the fabric to allow your plants to grow up through it. Pick the right time to plant. The soil temperature must reach at least 70 F (21 C) before you can plant watermelon seeds. You should also wait until at least two weeks after the last frost, otherwise the seeds won't sprout. If you live in a cooler climate, you can start your seeds indoors and transplant them outside once the soil warms up. Start them about two weeks before the last frost date and plant them two weeks after the last frost date. Create hills in the soil. Hills or mounds tend to drain better and warm faster than flat soil, which is ideal for watermelons. Using a rake or shovel, form the soil in the bed into hills that are 1 foot (30 cm) high and 3 feet (91 cm) in diameter. Space the hills 6.5 feet (2 m) apart. Sow the seeds. Plant nine watermelon seeds in each hill. Plant the seeds in groups of three. Space the seed groups out evenly around the hill so the clusters are about a foot (30 cm) apart. To sow the seeds, simply press each seed ½ inch (1.3 cm) deep into the soil. After you plant them, water them thoroughly. Add a layer of mulch. Mulch is good for watermelons because it keeps the soil warm, retains moisture, and keeps weeds and pests out. Once the seeds have been planted, cover the hills with leaves, straw, black plastic mulch, or black landscaping fabric. If you live in a cooler climate, black plastic mulch or landscaping fabric will help keep the soil warmest as the watermelon seeds grow. Water each week while the plants grow. While watermelon plants are in the initial growing stages, they need plenty of water. Make sure they get 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) per week as the seeds germinate, and as the plants grow, bloom, and fruit. Once the fruit has formed, you can cut back on watering. Only water the plants during dry spells when there's no rain. Make sure that the plants do get watered once a week, either through rain or irrigation. Choose a box to grow the watermelon in. Growing square watermelons is as easy as placing a young fruit into a square box. As the watermelon grows, it will grow into the box and grow in the shape of a cube. The mold must allow sunlight and air to pass through. To determine the size of the mold, check the seed package to find out the mature size of the fruit you're growing, and then pick a mold that's a little smaller. Make sure there's an opening in the lid for the stem, and that there's a lid that opens, closes, and latches. Glass and acrylic boxes are ideal because they allow sunlight to pass through. You can find special molds designed to grow watermelons, which are available from internet-suppliers. You can also use a wooden or metal box with lots of holes in it. Alternatively, you can make your own mold from wood, metal, or another material. If you're stuck for molds, you can also use a concrete or cinder block for the mold, but this will not yield a perfectly square watermelon. Pick a healthy watermelon from the vine. When the watermelon fruit is still young and about the size of a softball, choose a healthy specimen to grow into a square. Look for fruit with no bruises, blemishes, holes, or insect damage. You should also look for a round fruit since this will likely grow more evenly. Place the watermelon into the mold. Open the box or mold and place the healthy fruit inside. Leave the fruit on the stem so it will continue to grow. Close the lid partway. Slot the stem into the opening in the lid. Close the lid so the fruit is inside the box but still attached to the plant by the stem. Latch the lid so the growing fruit doesn't burst out of the box. Place the box on the ground with the lid and stem at the top. Continue caring for the watermelon as it grows. Make sure it gets plenty of sunlight throughout the day, and water the plant if there's a dry spell. Watermelons have a long growing season, and the weather will need to stay between 70 and 80 F (21 and 27 C) consistently for the fruit to grow and ripen properly. As the watermelon grows, the fruit will get bigger and will eventually take on the shape of the mold. Monitor the growth of the watermelon. If it appears to be too big for the box, take it out and allow it to finish maturing outside the box. Harvest the square watermelon when it is ripe. The watermelons will all mature around the same time, so you can gauge if your square watermelon is ripe by the maturity of the other fruit on the vine. To harvest your square watermelon, unlatch the lid and gently pull the watermelon out of the box. A watermelon is ready for harvest when the tendrils around the stem dry out, a light patch develops on the bottom of the fruit, and the fruit sounds dull and hollow when you tap on it.
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Select the right location. Prepare the soil. Warm the ground with black plastic or landscaping fabric. Pick the right time to plant. Create hills in the soil. Sow the seeds. Add a layer of mulch. Water each week while the plants grow. Choose a box to grow the watermelon in. Pick a healthy watermelon from the vine. Place the watermelon into the mold. Continue caring for the watermelon as it grows. Harvest the square watermelon when it is ripe.
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How to Brew Your Own Beer
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The best way to brew your own beer is to steep your grains in a mesh bag and submerge them in a large stock pot of hot water for 30 minutes. Then, add malt extract to the pot and bring the water to a boil. Chill the pot of wort in ice water and then pour it into a fermenter. Limit exposure to air and strain the hops out.
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Keep it clean. As any experienced brewer will tell you, 80% of the secret of success is cleanliness. Thoroughly clean and sanitize everything that is going to come in contact with your beer. The easiest way to do that is to use an electric dishwasher set at the high heat setting or use a powdered cleanser such as PBW (Powdered Brewery Wash). Do not use a scrubber that will scratch the surface of whatever you're scrubbing—pathogens love to grow in the grooves left behind, and they're almost impossible to sanitize. Rinse well, then soak briefly in a bleach or iodine solution. Rinse everything well. Rinse off bleach before using items using very clean potable or distilled water. Do not assume tap water is sanitized for rinsing brewing equipment. If you're using bleach to sanitize, add one ounce (30ml) of bleach to five gallons (19 liters) of cold water, followed by one ounce (30ml) of white vinegar. Do not mix the bleach and vinegar together before adding to the water! The vinegar will make the water more acidic, which helps the bleach sanitize. Do not rinse iodine solutions, let equipment drip dry instead. Note that bleach can cause unwanted flavours in your beer, and requires rinsing, which can introduce microorganisms to your sterilized equipment. If you want to sterilize your equipment properly, use either a food-grade cleanser or sanitizer such as One Step No-Rinse Sanitizer, which requires no rinsing; or an iodine solution such as BTF Iodophor. Remember, in beer brewing, you can do just about anything you want, and add anything you want, to make whatever kind of beer you want—but proper sanitizing is the MOST important thing you can do. Take the time and the energy to do it right. Prepare everything before you begin. That includes cleaning and sanitizing as outlined, and also includes having all your ingredients prepared and measured in advance. Take notes. Before you begin your foray into home brewing, get a notebook, and note down everything you do—the cleaning process, what strain of yeast, the amount and specific type of malt, what variety of hops, and any specialty grains or other ingredients used to produce your beer. This will allow you to reproduce any given brew, or provide a basis for experimentation and improvement. Steep your grains. Put any specialty grains into a grain bag (a mesh bag to contain the grains—like a tea bag, only a lot bigger) and steep them in the large stock pot in three gallons (10 liters) of hot water (around 150°F (66°C) for about 30 minutes. Remove the grains and allow the water to drip out of the grain bag, into the pot. Do not squeeze the bag, because you may extract tannins that will give your beer an astringent flavor. Add the malt extract and bring everything to a boil. The hops are usually added at various intervals to add flavor, bitterness, or aroma and the times will be spelled out for you in the kit's instructions for your style of beer. In general, hops added early in the boil will contribute more bitterness, but at the expense of flavor and aroma. Hops added at the end of the boil will have a more pronounced flavor and aroma, but will not contribute significantly to the bitterness of the beer. Consider dry hopping your beer if you are looking for a brighter and less bitter flavor. Chill your wort. After you have boiled the liquid (called wort—pronounced wərt ), you need to cool it as quickly as possible. The easiest way is to put the whole pot in a sink or bathtub that is filled with ice water. You can gently stir the wort to help expedite the cooling, but try not to splash or aerate the wort while it's still hot (it can make for some funky flavors). Once it's around 80°F (27°C) you are ready to transfer it to the fermenter. Pour the cooled wort into your fermenter. After the wort has cooled and before fermentation starts is the one and only time that splashing is encouraged. Yeast need oxygen, and splashing the wort as you pour it into the fermenter will deliver that. Once fermentation has started, you want to minimize exposure to air, as it will lead to off flavors and aromas. Using a large strainer (usually cheapest at restaurant supply stores), scoop the hops out—you've already got all the good stuff out of them. (If using a carboy, strain the wort as you pour it into the carboy). Add water to make five gallons (20 liters). You are now ready to "pitch" (add) the yeast. Some yeast requires that you "bloom" (stir with warm water to activate) them prior to pitching, others do not. You may find that even those that don't require blooming will start working faster if you do bloom them first, but it's usually no big deal. Put the lid on your fermenter (or stopper in your glass carboy) and affix the air-lock to the top. Put the fermenter in a dark area that stays a fairly consistent room temperature (for ales...lagers need refrigeration to ferment properly). In about 24 hours, you should notice the air-lock happily bubbling away, if it hasn't started doing anything after 48 hours, you might have a problem such as dead yeast. Prepare for bottling! After a week or so, the activity from the airlock will slow to a crawl. Leave it alone for two weeks measured from the time you first started the brewing/fermenting. The beer is now ready for bottling. Your kit probably came with some priming sugar or DME(dried malt extract). This is used to provide carbonation to your beer once it is in the bottle. Boil the sugar in a little water and cool it. Then, add it to the empty, cleaned and sanitized bucket with the spigot or to your fermented beer. Transfer the brew. Use your cleaned and sanitized plastic tubing as a siphon to transfer the beer as gently as possible—so that there's little or no aeration—from the fermenter to the bottling bucket with the priming sugar solution in it. Try not to get any of the sediment (trub) from the fermenter into the bottling bucket. Attach your cleaned and sanitized bottle filler to your clean and sanitized plastic tubing, the other end of the tubing attaches to the bottom end of the spigot. (If you are only using one bucket, it is important to let the fermented beer settle after stirring in the priming sugar solution. There is sediment on the bottom (trub) that will lend an off flavor to your beer). Get your thoroughly cleaned and sanitized bottles ready. If you are using a bottling bucket, just open the spigot and put the bottle filler in a bottle. Push the bottle filler to the bottom and that will let the beer flow. If using the one bucket method, fill the tube (attached to the bottle filler) with water and put the open end in the fermented beer and place the bottle filler in a glass, or a bottle or the sink, press down to let the water flow out and start the beer flowing in the tube like a siphon. Fill each bottle just to overflowing, then remove the bottle filler: this leaves an almost perfect airspace at the top of the bottle. Cap the bottle with your handy bottle capper, and repeat until all the bottles are full. Age the brew—briefly! Store the bottles for at least a week preferably two at about room temperature, then refrigerate. Get thirsty. When you're ready, open a bottle, and pour carefully into a glass. Leave about a quarter inch in the bottle—the sediment tastes a little yeasty, and will give you serious beer farts. Enjoy!
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Keep it clean. Rinse everything well. Prepare everything before you begin. Take notes. Steep your grains. Add the malt extract and bring everything to a boil. Chill your wort. Pour the cooled wort into your fermenter. Prepare for bottling! Transfer the brew. Get your thoroughly cleaned and sanitized bottles ready. Age the brew—briefly! Get thirsty. Enjoy!
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How to Dye Dark Brown Hair Red Using Natural Products
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If you want to dye your hair red without going to the salon or using bleach, you might want to try henna powder. Before you dye your hair, mix henna powder with water until it forms a paste and let the paste sit overnight. The following day, add one more spoonful of water. Then, use latex gloves to apply the paste to your hair and cover it with a shower cap. Let the paste sit for four hours before rinsing it out.
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Gather the ingredients. If you live in a tropical country you may be able to find fresh Jamaican sorrel. It's a bright red flower that can be used to add a ruby hue to your hair that sparkles in the sun. If you can't find fresh Jamaican sorrel, buy the dried version instead. You'll need two cups. In addition, get the following supplies: 2 cups water 1/4 cup honey Make the sorrel mixture. Place the two cups of water in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, then add the sorrel, cover the pan with a lid, and turn off the heat. Let it soak for several hours so that the sorrel dye steeps into the water, then strain the water into a bowl and mix in the honey. Get your hair ready. Shampoo your hair as usual, but don't use conditioner. Conditioner stays in the hair and can prevent the dye from setting as well. Towel dry your hair and use a wide-toothed comb to remove tangles. Apply the sorrel mixture. Put on latex or plastic gloves and use your fingers to spread the mixture through your hair from the roots to the tips. Make sure to distribute it well so that no strands of hair get left out. If you want red highlights, choose just a few strands, separate them from the rest of the hair using strips of aluminum foil, and use an old paintbrush or pastry brush to apply the treatment. Cover your hair and let the dye sit. Use a plastic shower cap or plastic wrap to cover your hair so it doesn't dry out while the dye is soaking in. Let it sit for 4 hours or overnight. The longer the dye stays in your hair, the redder it will look. Rinse out the dye. Remove the cap or plastic wrap and rinse your hair with warm water. Shampoo and condition as usual, then dry your hair and style it. Juice two beets. The bright red juice will create a dark auburn hue when used with dark brown hair. You don't need the flesh of the beets, just the juice. If you don't have a juicers, run the beets through the blender and use a strainer to strain the juice from the pulp. Mix the beet juice with honey. Place the beet juice in a bowl and add 1/4 cup of honey. Stir it well until the mixture is completely combined. This simple concoction is ready to apply to your hair. Wash your hair. Shampoo it as usual, but don't apply conditioner. The beet juice will work better on hair without the residue left by most moisturizing conditioners. Towel dry your hair and use a wide-toothed comb to work through any tangles. Apply the beet juice mixture. Put on latex or plastic gloves and use your fingers to smooth it over your hair, making sure every strand gets evenly covered. If you want auburn highlights , apply the mixture to individual strands separated from the rest of your hair with aluminum foil strips. Cover your hair and let the mixture sit. Put on a shower cap or a few sheets of plastic wrap and wait for the beet juice to turn your hair auburn. Let the mixture sit in your hair for 4 hours or overnight. Rinse out the beet juice. Run your hair under warm water to rinse out the juice and honey, then shampoo and condition as usual. When your hair is dry, you'll see the dark auburn tones shining through. Buy henna powder. Henna powder is derived from the henna flower. The powder is made into a paste that is applied to skin or hair to turn it a coppery reddish color. Henna powder typically comes in 100-gram boxes, which is the perfect amount to dye medium-length hair. Paprika and clove powder can also be used to dye your hair various shades of red. If you don't have access to henna powder, try one of these spices instead. Make henna paste. According to the instructions that came with your henna powder, mix the powder with spoonfuls of water until you have a creamy paste. If you want to lighten your hair as well as turning it red, use lemon juice in place of water. Cover the paste and let it sit overnight. Stir in one more spoonful of water the next day, and the henna paste is ready to go. Apply the henna paste. Wet your hair (no need to shampoo it), towel dry it, and comb through it to remove any tangles. Put on a pair of latex or plastic gloves to protect yourself from the dye. Use your fingers to work the henna paste through your hair, making sure to cover every strand. If a stray bit of henna paste gets on your skin, wipe it off right away. Henna paste will dye your skin just as easily as it dyes your hair. For henna highlights, separate strands of hair you'd like to highlight from the rest of your head using strips of aluminum foil. Paint the henna paste onto the strands of hair using an old pastry brush. Cover your hair and let it sit. Put on a shower cap or use a few pieces of plastic wrap to cover your hair while the dye sets in. Let it sit in your hair for at least 4 hours. The longer you let it sit, the redder your hair will be. Rinse out the henna. Use cold water to wash out the dye. Keep running the water through your hair until it runs clear instead of red. Wait until the next day before shampooing your hair. Your hair will be rich red at first, and over the course of a few days it will lighten.
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Gather the ingredients. Make the sorrel mixture. Get your hair ready. Apply the sorrel mixture. Cover your hair and let the dye sit. Rinse out the dye. Juice two beets. Mix the beet juice with honey. Wash your hair. Apply the beet juice mixture. Cover your hair and let the mixture sit. Rinse out the beet juice. Buy henna powder. Make henna paste. Apply the henna paste. Cover your hair and let it sit. Rinse out the henna.
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How to Write an Essay in Under 30 Minutes
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In order to successfully write an essay in under 30 minutes, you need to plan it out and work efficiently. Take a good 10 minutes to plan out the essay and come up with a thesis statement that will convey your argument and help guide your essay. It may seem like a large chunk of your time, but it will save you from having to rewrite or restructure your essay later on. Then, take 15 minutes to write your introductory paragraph, body paragraphs, and conclusion. Use the last 5 minutes to proofread your essay and look for spelling, punctuation, or grammatical errors. Don't worry about coming up with a title until you're finished. It will be much easier then.
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Spend 10 minutes planning the essay. Before you start writing, take no more than 10 minutes to create an outline for your essay. This may seem like a big chunk of valuable time, but it will save you from having to rewrite or restructure your essay once you start writing. Study the essay question. The essay will likely be directed by a question or a prompt, like a quote, with a question. It's important that you read the question carefully and understand what it is asking of you. For example, you may get a prompt in the form of quotation: “Time has a doomsday book, on whose pages he is continually recording illustrious names. But as often as a new name is written there, an old one disappears. Only a few stand in illuminated characters never to be effaced.” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow You may then receive a question attached to the prompt: “Are there some heroes who will be remembered forever? Or are all heroes doomed to be forgotten one day?" Plan your response, and then write an essay to explain your views on this issue. Be sure to support your position with specific points and examples. You may use personal examples or examples from your reading, observations, or, knowledge of subjects such as history, literature, science. Brainstorm your thesis statement. A thesis statement will convey to your reader the points or arguments you are going to make in your paper. It acts a road map for your paper and should answer the question, “What is this paper about?” It should take a stand and announce your position towards the topic. For example, you may brainstorm the Longfellow quote/question by thinking of personal examples of heroes who are remembered or forgotten, such as family members, friends, teachers, or peers who have acted as heroes to you or to others. Or you may focus on a historical figure who seems to be a forgotten hero or a decorated hero. This essay question is asking for two sides of the discussion, the forgotten hero and the remembered hero. Your thesis should discuss both sides and choose one side to argue for or against. You may choose to spotlight a historical figure who encountered opposition and challenges in her life, such as the suffragette Susan B. Anthony. Anthony worked tirelessly for decades to get the government to recognize women's right to vote, and was often derided by the government and by individuals within her own organization. She is a good example of a hero who was not recognized as a trailblazer until late in her life, though she is now remembered as a heroine in history. Try to refer back to the quotation in the essay prompt in your thesis, if possible, to show you have read the entire question. A possible thesis statement could be: “Though Longfellow argues that names, or heroes, may be forgotten over time, one historical figure, Susan B. Anthony, was derided in her lifetime for her beliefs but is now remembered as a heroine of her time.” Create an outline. Make a rough outline of your five paragraph essay: Introduction: Your beginning paragraph should contain an engaging first sentence and your thesis statement. Some writers find it easier to write create a temporary introduction and revise it once they are finished with the essay. This will ensure the introduction is cohesive with the rest of the essay. Body paragraph 1-3: Each paragraph should discuss one major point of your thesis, with at least one supporting example. Conclusion: This paragraph should summarize your main argument and restate your thesis. You may also want to include last thoughts around the essay question. Take 15 minutes to write the essay. Now that you have your thesis statement and your outline, focus on composing content for each part of the essay. Try to spend two to three minutes on each body paragraph. Then, take three minutes on your conclusion paragraph and go back to your introduction. Spend the last three minutes revising your introduction so it matches the tone and perspective of the rest of your essay. Use a hook in your introduction. There are several possible hooks you can use in your essay to draw your reader in. An interesting or surprising example: This could be a personal experience or a key moment in the life of the historical figure you are discussing in your essay. For example, you may discuss Anthony's childhood as a Quaker and her later adoption of more casual dress and growing interest in social reform at the age of 26. A provocative quotation: This could be from a source you used for your essay or one that feels relevant to your topic. For example, you may use a well known quote from Anthony, such as: “Cautious, careful people, always casting about to preserve their reputation and social standing, never can bring about a reform. Those who are really in earnest must be willing to be anything or nothing in the world's estimation, and publicly and privately, in season and out, avow their sympathy with despised and persecuted ideas and their advocates, and bear the consequences.” A vivid anecdote: An anecdote is a very short story that carries moral or symbolic weight. Think of an anecdote that might be a poetic or powerful way to start your essay. A thought provoking question: create a question that will get your reader thinking and engaged in your topic. For example: “Did you ever wonder how women received the right to vote in the United States?” Write your three body paragraphs. Focus on fleshing out each paragraph with at least one example of your main point. Sign-post each paragraph by beginning with a strong argumentative point that links to a supporting example of your main point. If you use an essay on Susan B. Anthony as an example: Body paragraph 1: You may start by discussing Anthony's early successes. Look at the establishment of the Women's Loyal National League in 1863 by Anthony and Stanton. As the first national women's political organization in the United States, it had a membership of 5000 and provided a platform for women to speak out on issues like slavery and women's right to vote. Body paragraph 2: You may discuss Anthony's mid career struggles. Look at the split in the women's movement in May 1869, with the establishment of the National Woman's Suffrage Association (NWSA) by Anthony and Stanton, and the rival American Woman Suffrage Association (AWSA). Note how after the Civil War, Anthony devoted her time and life to the suffrage movement, assuming leadership of the NWSA in 1890 and continuing to advocate for women's rights. Anthony also remained unmarried, which gave her an advantage under the law, as married women at the time were not permitted to sign official documents and had to defer to their husbands. Body paragraph 3: You may discuss Anthony's later life, including her many speaking engagements throughout the United States on the need for women's suffrage and equal rights. Though Anthony died in 1906, and did not live to see the passing of the Nineteenth Amendment of the Constitution, affording women the right to vote in the United States in 1920, her forty years of tireless work paved the way for the legal precedent and gave women a strong sense of empowerment and equality. Summarize your thoughts in your conclusion. Make your conclusion clear and to the point. Avoid introducing new ideas or arguments in your conclusion. Instead, restate your thesis and your main points. For example, you may restate your thesis: “Throughout her life, Susan B. Anthony's sacrificed her time, energy, and personal livelihood to advocate for women's rights, proving that though many heroes may be forgotten, their actions will live on in history.” Use the last five minutes to proofread your essay. Look for any spelling, punctuation, or grammatical errors. You may want to read your essay backwards to check for any spelling issues, as you will only be focusing on the words themselves, rather than the meaning of the sentences. Create a title for the essay. It can be easier to create a title for your essay once you have finished it. You could use a quotation from the essay, a phrase or term you refer back to often in the essay, or a summary of your main point. For example, an essay on Susan B. Anthony could have the title: “An Unsung Heroine” or “Susan B. Anthony: An Advocate for Change”.
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Spend 10 minutes planning the essay. Study the essay question. Brainstorm your thesis statement. Create an outline. Take 15 minutes to write the essay. Use a hook in your introduction. Write your three body paragraphs. Summarize your thoughts in your conclusion. Use the last five minutes to proofread your essay. Create a title for the essay.
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How to Treat Psoriasis Naturally
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If you have psoriasis and you want to manage your symptoms naturally, try spending about 15 minutes outside in the sun every day. This will boost your body's production of vitamin D, which helps stimulate healthy skin regeneration and normal cell growth. You can also obtain vitamin D by eating foods like salmon, egg yolks, Swiss cheese, fortified milk, and juice. In addition to boosting your body's vitamin D, try rubbing aloe vera gel over any plaques up to 3 times a day to reduce redness, itching, and burning.
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Get up to 20 minutes of sunlight every day to help produce Vitamin D. Light therapy can help improve your psoriasis symptoms, and sunlight is an easy way to do light therapy at home. However, overexposing your skin can worsen your psoriasis, so it's important to stay out for no longer than 20 minutes. Ask your doctor before trying sunlight therapy. Some medications and topical creams you may be using to treat your psoriasis can increase your risk of sunburn. These include coal tar, tazarotene, pimecrolimus (Elidel), and tacrolimus (Protopic). If you're using one of these medications, ask your doctor if light therapy is right for you and use caution when going outdoors. Start your sunlight therapy by going out for 5-10 minutes at a time, then slowly increase to 15 minutes. Only stay out for 20 minutes if you notice more benefits from staying out longer. If you're not sure whether you're getting enough vitamin D, ask your doctor to test your levels. If you have a vitamin D deficiency, you may benefit from taking a supplement. Use aloe vera to reduce redness, itching, scaling, and inflammation. Aloe vera gel occurs naturally in the leaves of the aloe vera plant. You can use the gel from an actual aloe vera plant or purchase an over-the-counter aloe vera cream. Apply the cream over your rash twice a day for at least a month. Ask your doctor before using aloe vera cream. Follow all of the instructions on the packaging. When purchasing an aloe vera cream, choose the one with the highest concentration of aloe vera. It's not as effective in a blend. If you have an aloe vera plant, break open a leaf and pour the gel inside of it over your rash. Then, rub it in. However, using a plant may not be practical if you use aloe vera often. Apply capsaicin cream for symptom relief. Capsaicin, which is found in cayenne peppers, can relieve itching, scaling, irritation, and redness. You can apply an over-the-counter capsaicin cream directly onto skin affected by psoriasis. Use the cream once or twice a day. Capsaicin cream can cause burning, stinging, itching, and redness right after application. However, these side effects usually subside soon after application. Stop using the cream if the side effects bother you. Do a patch test by putting a little capsaicin cream on a small area of your skin before using it to treat a large plaque. You may need to wait up to 24 hours before you see any negative reactions. Apply a 10% Oregon grape topical cream to reduce symptoms. Oregon grape, also called barberry, can help with inflammation and other psoriasis symptoms. It can reduce how fast your skin cells grow, which reduces the growth of your rash. Dab a small amount of the cream directly onto your rash up to twice a day. Talk to your doctor before using a cream with Oregon grape. Although Oregon grape is considered safe, it can cause side effects. If you experience itching, burning, irritation, or an allergic reaction, stop using the cream and call your doctor. You can find a topical cream with Oregon grape at a drugstore or online. Treat your flare-ups with apple cider vinegar 2-4 times a week. Apple cider vinegar acts as a natural antiseptic. It can reduce itching and scaling, and it may help your flare-ups heal faster. It's especially helpful for psoriasis on your scalp. However, don't apply it to broken skin because it may cause pain and irritation to wounds. Choose raw, organic apple cider vinegar. If the apple cider vinegar irritates your skin, don't use it. As an alternative, you can dilute it by mixing equal parts apple cider vinegar and water. Use coal tar to relieve scaling, itching, and inflammation. You can find over-the-counter creams, shampoos, and bath products that contain coal tar as an ingredient. Choose a product that will treat the area where you're experiencing a flare-up. Read the product label and use it as directed. Keep in mind that coal tar products can be messy and may have a strong, unpleasant smell. It may irritate your skin if you're sensitive to coal tar. Don't use a coal tar preparation with a concentration higher than 5%. You can safely use preparations with a concentration between 0.5% and 5%. Apply oils to your rashes to reduce dryness, scaling, and itching. Natural oils can help improve your symptoms. Coconut oil is useful for treating your rashes, plus you can add an essential oil, if you like. Slather the coconut oil directly onto your rash 2-3 times per day. Essential oils that can help relieve your psoriasis symptoms include tea tree oil, evening primrose oil, chamomile, and bergamot oil. Only use one at a time. Mix a few drops of the essential oil into a carrier oil, such as your coconut oil. Essentials oil can irritate your skin and make psoriasis worse if you don't dilute them. Choose anti-inflammatory foods. Some foods reduce inflammation in your body, which is helpful for reducing your psoriasis flare-ups and relieving existing symptoms. Base your meals around fresh produce, fatty fish, beans, nuts, and legumes. Cook your foods using healthy oils, and season your dishes with fresh herbs and spices. Choose fruit for your snacks or desserts. The best vegetable options include leafy greens, broccoli, beets, celery, cabbage, carrots, peas, Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, and bok choy. Healthy oils include olive oil, borage oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, grapeseed oil, and avocado oil. Anti-inflammatory herbs include cayenne pepper, ginger, cloves, and turmeric. Increase your intake of foods high in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation in your body, so they can help reduce your risk of flare-ups. They also support your immune system! Choose foods high in omega-3s at least 3-4 times per week. Good sources of omega-3s include fatty fish (such as salmon, cod, or halibut), nuts, vegetable oils, flaxseeds, flaxseed oil, and leafy vegetables. You can also take an omega-3 fish oil supplement. However, talk to your doctor before taking any supplements. Eliminate red meat from your diet. Red meat can trigger flare-ups because it causes inflammation in your body, so it's best to avoid it. Instead, choose leaner proteins like chicken, fish, tofu, and beans. If you enjoy eating red meat, choose lean cuts of meat like sirloin, round, or loin. Before you cook the meat, make sure you cut off as much fat as possible. Cut out processed foods. Processed foods that are high in sodium, sugar, and trans fats trigger inflammation in your body. This can cause flare-ups. Stay away from baked goods, packaged snacks, frozen dinners, canned soups, and deli meats. Instead, choose fresh, whole foods. Although they are lightly processed, frozen meats, frozen vegetables, and whole grains can be a healthy addition to your diet. Avoid eating refined sugar. Sugar can also cause inflammation, so it's important to keep it to a minimum. Cut out baked goods, candy, ice cream, and other treats. Additionally, read food labels to look out for added sugars. When you want a yummy treat, opt for a piece of fruit instead of a sugary snack. Stay away from dairy products if they trigger your symptoms. If you're sensitive to dairy, switch to non-dairy products, like soy milk or almond milk. In addition to milk replacements, you can find non-dairy yogurt and ice cream. Not everyone is triggered by dairy. If it doesn't seem to affect you, dairy can be a healthy part of your diet. Consume probiotics to improve your immune health. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease, so a healthy immune system can help reduce flare-ups. Probiotics help balance the healthy bacteria in your body. You can find them in yogurt and fermented foods. As another option, you can take a probiotics supplement. If you can eat yogurt without triggering your psoriasis, it can be a convenient, easy way to get more probiotics in your diet. Fermented foods you can try include sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, miso, tempeh, and kefir. Incorporate turmeric into your diet. Turmeric, which is packed with antioxidants, relieves inflammation in your body. It can help reduce your psoriasis flare-ups, as well as relieve your symptoms if you're already experiencing a flare-up. You can add turmeric to your dishes as a spice to increase your consumption. If you don't like the taste of turmeric, you can take it as a supplement. Talk to your doctor before you take any supplements. Stay hydrated by drinking at least 11.5 cups (2.7 L) daily. Water helps flush out your system and is part of your body's natural detox process. How much water you need daily will depend on your age, gender, and activity levels. If you feel thirsty or have dark urine, increase your fluid intake. In general, women need about 11.5 cups (2.7 L) of water each day, while men need 15.5 cups (3.7 L) of water daily. You don't have to just drink water! Fluids like tea, juice, soup broth, smoothies, etc. all contribute to your water intake. Avoid your psoriasis triggers to prevent it. Stay away from activities, foods, and substances that aggravate your psoriasis. When you have a flare-up, write down what you ate and what you were doing before it occurred. This will help you find your triggers. While some of your triggers will be unique to you, there are common triggers to avoid: Injuring your skin, e.g., by scraping yourself or scrubbing your skin too aggressively Over-exposure to the sun Stress Smoking Certain infections, such as strep throat, bronchitis, or tonsillitis. Protect yourself by washing your hands regularly and avoiding contact with sick people as much as possible. Protect your skin from the sun while you're outdoors. Although sunlight can help your psoriasis in small doses, it's very harmful if you spend a lot of time in the sun. Sunburn can trigger your flare-ups, so protect your skin! Take the following precautions when going outdoors: Wear a large hat to protect your scalp and face. Apply a fragrance-free broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially to skin not affected by psoriasis. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes. Moisturize your skin daily to prevent dry skin. Use a heavy, oil-based moisturizer that is fragrance free. Apply the cream to your whole body right after your bath or shower to lock in moisture. During winter, apply your moisturizer twice a day if your skin feels dry. If you're having trouble finding a moisturizer, talk to your doctor or dermatologist. Take daily baths instead of showers. Soaking in a warm bath can help relieve the scaling of your rash and calm your skin. Wash your skin with a soap that contains fats or oils. Then, run a warm bath and add.5 cups (120 mL) of bath oil,.5 cups (85 g) of colloidal oatmeal , or.5 cups (110 g) of Epsom or Dead Sea salts. Soak in the tub for 10 minutes, then rinse off. Pat yourself dry with a clean towel. Make sure any salts or oils you use are fragrance free. You can buy colloidal oatmeal for baths at your local drugstore, or you can prepare the oatmeal yourself by grinding up rolled oats. Do yoga daily to reduce inflammation and stress. Inflammation and stress can both worsen your psoriasis or trigger flare-ups. Yoga can help calm your body's inflammatory response, plus it helps relieve stress! Learn a few yoga poses and do them every evening to help yourself relax. Try following along to a yoga video workout to expand your practice. Take a yoga class for expert advice and to deepen your practice. Learn to manage your stress levels. Stress can aggravate your psoriasis and trigger flare-ups. Fortunately, you can learn to cope with stress! Here are some great ways to relieve your stress: Do a light exercise for 30 minutes a day, such as walking , swimming , or doing yoga. Meditate for at least 10 minutes a day. Do something creative, like coloring, painting, or knitting. Put together a puzzle. Engage in a hobby. Talk to a friend. Journal to work through your feelings. Avoid drinking alcohol. While alcohol may not trigger your psoriasis, it can make it difficult for you to find relief. Alcohol can interfere with your psoriasis treatments, making them ineffective. If you enjoy social drinking, try mocktails! You can learn to make your own non-alcoholic blends or talk to your bartender about the options available to you. For example, you might try a virgin pina colada ! Quit Smoking, if you do. Smoking can trigger your psoriasis and worsen your symptoms, but quitting can help! However, quitting smoking can be extremely difficult. Talk to your doctor about quitting aids that can make the process easier for you, such as the following: Nicotine gum Nicotine patches Prescription medication Counseling Get a diagnosis before you treat yourself for psoriasis. Since psoriasis can share symptoms with other conditions, it's important to get your skin checked out by a doctor. They can examine your skin and possibly do a biopsy to make a proper diagnosis. Then, they'll help you pick the right treatment for you. It's possible to misdiagnose yourself, which can lead to the wrong treatment. See your doctor if your psoriasis doesn't improve or is very painful. Natural treatments may help you relieve your psoriasis, but they don't work for everyone. You may need additional treatment, especially if your condition becomes very painful. Visit your doctor to learn about your treatment options if your psoriasis isn't improving or seems to worsen. You have a wide variety of treatment options for psoriasis. Your doctor may recommend you try different topical creams, or they could offer you light therapy. Additionally, you may have options for oral or injected medications. If one treatment doesn't work for you, keep working with your doctor until you find what works. Talk to your doctor if your psoriasis interferes with your daily life. Dealing with psoriasis can be frustrating, but it shouldn't prevent you from living your life. It it does, see your doctor to discuss other treatment options. You can get relief, so don't give up. Tell your doctor about the treatments you've already tried so they can help you decide what to try next. Visit your doctor immediately if you notice joint pain and swelling. While you don't need to worry, sometimes psoriasis can lead to joint issues. If this happens, you'll need additional medical treatment. Call your doctor if you notice joint symptoms, especially joint pain and swelling. With treatment, you may be able to reverse these symptoms and feel better.
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Get up to 20 minutes of sunlight every day to help produce Vitamin D. Use aloe vera to reduce redness, itching, scaling, and inflammation. Apply capsaicin cream for symptom relief. Apply a 10% Oregon grape topical cream to reduce symptoms. Treat your flare-ups with apple cider vinegar 2-4 times a week. Use coal tar to relieve scaling, itching, and inflammation. Apply oils to your rashes to reduce dryness, scaling, and itching. Choose anti-inflammatory foods. Increase your intake of foods high in omega-3 fatty acids. Eliminate red meat from your diet. Cut out processed foods. Avoid eating refined sugar. Stay away from dairy products if they trigger your symptoms. Consume probiotics to improve your immune health. Incorporate turmeric into your diet. Stay hydrated by drinking at least 11.5 cups (2.7 L) daily. Avoid your psoriasis triggers to prevent it. Protect your skin from the sun while you're outdoors. Moisturize your skin daily to prevent dry skin. Take daily baths instead of showers. Do yoga daily to reduce inflammation and stress. Learn to manage your stress levels. Avoid drinking alcohol. Quit Smoking, if you do. Get a diagnosis before you treat yourself for psoriasis. See your doctor if your psoriasis doesn't improve or is very painful. Talk to your doctor if your psoriasis interferes with your daily life. Visit your doctor immediately if you notice joint pain and swelling.
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How to Make a Snowman
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To make a snowman, start by packing a dense snowball with your hands. Then, roll the snowball through the snow on the ground so it gets bigger. Every few rolls, stop to pack the snowball down so the snow doesn't fall off. Continue rolling until the ball is about 3 feet, or 1 meter, across. Next, repeat the process with 2 more snowballs to make the middle and top sections for your snowman, but make each section slightly smaller than the one below it. When you're finished, stack the middle section on the base of your snowman, and then stack the top section on top of the middle. At this point, your snowman should look like 3 large snowballs stacked on top of each other, with the smallest snowball at the top. Now that the body of your snowman is finished, stick 2 buttons or pebbles on the top section for eyes, and stick a carrot underneath them for the nose. You can also make a mouth with a row of pebbles or a curved stick. Additionally, push 2 sticks into the sides of the middle section of your snowman to give it arms. You can even dress your snowman with a hat and a scarf.
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Check for snow that’s moist and packable. If your snow is too fluffy or powdery, you will not be able to make a snowman. Go out to the snow and scoop some up between both of your hands. Press it together, and if it forms into a ball, you'll be able to make a snowman. If the snow falls apart, it's no good for making a snowman. If you are determined, you can mix some water into the powdery snow as you roll it up, but this is not guaranteed to work. Find a flat section of lawn. If you build your snowman on a slope, it may topple over. You also don't want to build on asphalt or cement because those store more heat, and your snowman might get in the way of you driving or walking. Make sure the area has enough snow for you to use, as well. Build the snowman in the shade. If you want your snowman to last as long as possible without melting, build it somewhere that doesn't get much direct sunlight. If there's a big shady tree near you, that's a great spot. Making the snowman close to a building also provides shade for some of the day. This is just to help the snowman last longer. If you don't have much shade around, that's okay. Pack a snowball with your hands for the bottom section. Scoop up a handful of snow with both hands. Pack it together into a round shape. Add snow to the ball in your hands until it is about one foot (30.5 cm) in diameter, or until it gets too heavy. Make sure you are wearing warm, waterproof gloves, or your hands will start to hurt from handling the snow. Roll the ball along the ground to make the bottom section. Set the snowball on the ground and begin rolling it forward. As you roll, avoid making a cylinder by changing the direction you're rolling the ball. Keep rolling until the ball is about three feet (1 meter) wide. Stop rolling the snowball in the spot where you want the snowman to be. Make sure you start somewhere near that spot, and roll the ball so that you end up there. It often works well to roll the ball in a large spiral, but take note that this will leave an obvious pattern in the snow. Pat your snowball together every so often to keep excess snow from falling off. Form the middle section. Scoop up some snow in both hands and pack it into a tight ball. Add more snow until the ball is too heavy to carry. Put it on the ground and roll it around as you did for the bottom section. This time, stop when the ball reaches about two feet (.6 meters) wide. Roll the snowball in a circle around the bottom section, or in a straight line away from it and back to it. This way when you finish the ball you won't have to carry it a long way to the bottom section. Lift the middle section onto the bottom section. Depending on how big you are, have someone help you lift the large ball. Bend your knees and be sure to stand up with your legs rather than your back. Pick it up and gently set it on the bottom section. Make sure that it sits right in the center of the bottom ball. It helps if you flatten the top side of the bottom ball and flatten the bottom side of the middle ball. This helps the middle section sit firmly on the bottom section. Make a one foot (30.5 cm) snowball for the head. Scoop up one last ball of snow for the head. Pack it with your hands until it is about one foot (30.5 cm) wide. You should be able to make the head without rolling it, but it's okay to roll it if you want to. When you finish, carefully place it on top of the snowman's body. Pack some snow between the sections. Once the three sections are in place, scoop up more snow and pack it between each section. This will give the snowman a uniform look from top to bottom, rather than looking like three snowballs piled on top of each other. Stick a carrot in the middle of the head for a nose. Grab a long raw carrot from the grocery store for the snowman's nose. Place it in the middle of the top snowball. Make sure you place it so there is room above it for eyes and below it for a mouth. Making the snowman your own is all about creativity. If you have something else that you think would look cool as a nose, use that instead. Use buttons, pebbles, or charcoal for eyes. Place them above the carrot and space them evenly to the right and the left. Push them into the head, and twist them in a circle so that they stick in the snow. Any round object will work for the eyes. Other options to use for eyes are yellow ping-pong balls, blue rubber bouncy balls, or large green plastic gems. Make a mouth with a row of pebbles or charcoal. Use the same thing you used for the eyes to make the mouth, or mix it up with other round objects. Place the mouth under the nose, but not too close to the middle section. Cut a mouth out of felt, stick some fake plastic teeth in the face, or bend a piece of rubber tubing into a smile. Add two sticks for the snowman’s arms. Find a couple of sticks that are about one inch (2.5 cm) or less wide and around three feet (1 meter) long. Push the sticks into the middle section of the snowman. Position the sticks so they are angled up or down, giving the snowman the look you like best. Before the arms, if you want, put a shirt or coat of some kind around the body of the snowman. Also use old broom sticks, golf clubs, or fake skeleton arms! Top off the snowman with a hat and scarf. This is where you have even more space for creativity. Grab an old ball cap, cowboy hat, fedora, or top hat for the snowman's head. Wrap a colorful scarf around its neck. Use old stuff that you don't mind possibly ruining. Add a tie, sunglasses, or any other accessories to make the snowman stand out from the rest.
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Check for snow that’s moist and packable. Find a flat section of lawn. Build the snowman in the shade. Pack a snowball with your hands for the bottom section. Roll the ball along the ground to make the bottom section. Form the middle section. Lift the middle section onto the bottom section. Make a one foot (30.5 cm) snowball for the head. Pack some snow between the sections. Stick a carrot in the middle of the head for a nose. Use buttons, pebbles, or charcoal for eyes. Make a mouth with a row of pebbles or charcoal. Add two sticks for the snowman’s arms. Top off the snowman with a hat and scarf.
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How to Make Pickled Ginger
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To make pickled ginger, first peel 12 ounces (340 g) of fresh ginger with the edge of a spoon. Then, slice the ginger into 1/8-inch (3-mm) thick strips with a knife. If you want your pickled ginger to have a bright pink color, you'll need to use a radish. Chop off the tip and tail of the radish. Then, cut the radish into 1/8-inch (3-mm) thick slices. Set the ginger and radish inside a glass bowl and add 1½ tablespoons (27 g) of kosher salt. Let the bowl sit for 30 minutes to tenderize the ginger and sweeten the flavor. Now, pour ½ cup (118 ml) of rice vinegar into a saucepan. Add 1 cup (235 mL) of water and 1½ tablespoons (21 g) of granulated sugar to the saucepan and mix the ingredients together. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat while stirring it every couple of minutes. Stuff your ginger and radish slices into a small glass jar. Put a funnel over the jar and pour the hot vinegar and sugar into it until there's ½ inch (1 cm) of space remaining at the top of the jar. Tap the sides of the jar a few times to remove any air bubbles and put the lid on. Finally, set your pickled ginger inside of the refrigerator and wait at least 48 hours for the ginger to cure before using it. You can store your pickled ginger in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
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Sterilize the jar and lid. Fill a sink with hot water, and add about a teaspoon (5 ml) of liquid dish soap. Wash the jar and the lid in the soapy water to remove any dirt or pathogens. Rinse the jar and lid with hot water, and towel dry with a clean dish towel. Set the jar and lid aside. You can also wash and sterilize the jar and lid in a dishwasher. When the cycle is over, leave the door closed until you're ready to pack the ginger. The best type of jar for this recipe is a 1-pint (473-ml) mason jar with a new lid and ring. This type of setup is ideal for processing the jar in boiling water to help preserve the ginger for longer. Peel the ginger. The easiest way to remove the skin from ginger is to scrape it off with a spoon. Press the side of the spoon against the ginger, apply gentle pressure, and scrape the skin to remove it. Just make sure you get into all the crevices and nooks as well. Young ginger is the best type of ginger for this recipe, because it has tender flesh and thin skin. Young ginger has smooth and tight skin, and the skin will peel away easily if you scrape it with a fingernail. The pink tips of young ginger are what give some pickled ginger varieties a pinkish color. Slice the ginger. Set a mandolin to its thinnest setting. Use the mandolin to slice the ginger into pieces that are about one-sixteenth inch (1.6 mm) thick. Slice the ginger widthwise rather than lengthwise, as this will produce slices that are less stringy and tough. If you don't have a mandolin, you can slice the ginger with a knife, or peel off slices with a vegetable peeler. Slice a radish to obtain pink ginger. Even if you don't have ginger that's young enough to have the pink tips that give some pickled ginger its distinctive pink color, you can still achieve this color with radish. Wash a large radish and chop off the tip and tail. Cut the radish into slices that are about one-eighth inch (3 mm) thick. Cover the ginger with the salt. Transfer the ginger to a small glass bowl. Sprinkle the salt over the ginger and let it sit for 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the flesh, and remove a bit of the spiciness from the root. If you're adding radish for the color, combine the radish and ginger in the bowl and sprinkle them both with the salt. Heat the vinegar, water, and sugar. Combine the ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring regularly as it cooks. Continue simmering the mixture for a minute or two, until the sugar is fully dissolved. Combine the ginger and brine in the mason jar. Pack the ginger slices into your clean mason jar. Pour the hot brine into the jar to cover the ginger. Leave a half-inch (13 mm) of head space at the top of the jar. This is especially important if you want to process the ginger for longer storage. Leaving head space is important when you're canning, because it leaves room for the liquids to expand when they heat up. Tap the jar to remove air bubbles. Protect your hand with an oven mitt or towel and pick up the jar. Gently tap the bottom of the jar against the counter to release air bubbles that may be trapped in the brine. Add more brine if necessary, leaving the same half-inch (13 mm) of head space. Clean the rim and secure the lid. Dampen a clean lint-free cloth with water. Wring out the excess, and clean the sides and rim of the mason jar to remove any food residue. This will prevent bacteria from growing in and around the jar. Place the lid on the jar and screw on the ring to secure the lid in place. Transfer the ginger to the refrigerator for short-term storage. Pickled ginger that isn't processed in a water bath can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two months. Let the mixture cure in the brine for at least 48 hours before opening the jar and enjoying the ginger. For longer storage, process the ginger in a boiling water bath. If you added radish to the jar as well, the ginger will gradually take on the pinkish color from the radish skin. Place a cooling rack in the bottom of a large pot. You don't need a special canning pot to process foods for preservation, but you do need a pot large enough that a wire cooling rack will fit in the bottom. Place the rack in the bottom of the pot to keep the glass from touching the hot metal. If you have a special pot for canning, outfit the pot with the rack that came with it. Fill the pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add enough water so that the mason jar will be completely covered when you add it to the water. Put on a lid and heat the pot over medium-high heat until it's boiling. Process the jar in the boiling water for 15 minutes. When the water is boiling, use a pair of tongs to carefully lower the mason jar of ginger into the water. Put the lid back on, wait for the water to return to a boil, and then start the timer for 15 minutes. At elevations above 1,000 feet (300 m), water boils at a lower temperature, so you have to process the jar for longer. For elevations up to 3,000 feet (910 m), process the ginger for 20 minutes. Up to 6,000 feet (1,800 m), process the ginger for 25 minutes. Turn off the heat. When the jar has boiled for 15 minutes, cut the heat but leave the pot where it is. Remove the lid from the pot and leave the jar to stand for an additional five minutes in the water. Leaving the jar in the water as it cools will reduce the temperature shock between the boiling water bath and the outside air. Leave the jar to cool out of the water overnight. After five minutes, use a pair of tongs to carefully remove the jar from the water. Place the jar onto a heat-proof surface that's covered with a clean towel. Let the jar cool overnight, or for about 12 hours. Check that the lid is sealed. The next day, remove the ring from the mason jar. Press down on the lid with your finger and try to move the lid back and forth. If it doesn't move, gently try to lift the lid off with your finger. As long as the lid doesn't move or come off, you can store the ginger in a cool, dry place for up to a year. If the lid does move or lift off, you can either process the jar in a water bath again, or transfer it to the refrigerator for immediate use. Finished!
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Sterilize the jar and lid. Peel the ginger. Slice the ginger. Slice a radish to obtain pink ginger. Cover the ginger with the salt. Heat the vinegar, water, and sugar. Combine the ginger and brine in the mason jar. Tap the jar to remove air bubbles. Clean the rim and secure the lid. Transfer the ginger to the refrigerator for short-term storage. Place a cooling rack in the bottom of a large pot. Fill the pot with water and bring it to a boil. Process the jar in the boiling water for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat. Leave the jar to cool out of the water overnight. Check that the lid is sealed. Finished!
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How to Make Hands Look Younger
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To make your hands look younger, make sure to avoid excessive sun exposure which can lead to "liver spots," or dark spots on your hands. If you have these spots, wear sunscreen and treat the spots with skin bleaching agents that contain hydroquinone. You can also massage your hands with olive oil or coconut oil to moisturize them and get a manicure, which can help your hands to look younger.
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Treat age spots. These spots, which are also called liver spots, are caused by neither age nor your liver. In fact, they are areas of hyperpigmentation caused by increased melanin production that occurs because of UV exposure. The appearance of sun spots can be reduced with: Skin bleaching agents that contain hydroquinone. Fading or lightening creams that contain glycolic or kojic acid, vitamin C, licorice, and mushroom extract. Laser therapy or intense pulsed light therapy. Address the signs of aging. As we age, the skin on our hands can become wrinkled and creped (looking like crepe paper or streamers) because of fat loss and collagen and elastin depletion. Skin can also become saggy, red, or discolored, and develop a poor texture or growths. Dryness and cracking can also make your hands look older. Regular moisturizing and the use of anti-aging creams can prevent dryness and the signs of aging. Always moisturize your hands after you bathe or wash your hands. Pat your hands dry and apply your favorite moisturizer while they're still damp. Make a moisturizing hand mask with one tablespoon (5.5 grams) of oat flour, and one tablespoon (0.5 ounces) each of rose water and either almond, olive, coconut, or jojoba oil. Warm the mixture on the stove and apply it to your hands. Wrap your hands in plastic wrap and rinse the mask off once it has cooled, about 10 to 15 minutes. Look for anti-aging creams that contain ingredients such as retinol, antioxidants, and peptides. To help plump your hands up again, try a retinoid cream, a weekly collagen mask on the back of your hands, or rub into your hands an eye cream that contains hyaluronic acid. Exfoliate your skin. By removing dead skin cells, exfoliation can make your skin softer and brighter, and help even out the skin tone. You can exfoliate by gently rubbing your skin with kitchen remedies like coffee grounds or oats, or look for an exfoliating product that contains alpha-hydroxy acids, vitamin C, and retinoids. Next time you're exfoliating your face, apply the same product to your hands. Massage your hands. Rub a small amount of olive or coconut oil into your hands before bed to help moisturize your skin and improve circulation. Add some sugar to the mix for the additional benefit of exfoliating your skin at the same time. Be gentle as you massage, and be sure to get the back of your hands, palms, fingers, and your cuticles and nails. If you used sugar as well, rinse it off when you are finished the massage, otherwise your hands will get sticky. Be sure to moisturize again after washing your hands. Give yourself a manicure. Old manicure styles, chipped nail polish, and ignored cuticles can all make your hands look less than perfect. While professional manicures can be expensive and you run the risk of fungal infections, you can achieve many of the same results at home. Every week: Remove existing nail polish. Trim and file your nails. Apply a cuticle oil. Once it has been on for a few minutes, push your cuticles back with a cuticle pusher. Either leave your nails bare to give them a break from the nail polish, or try a bold new color to draw attention to your nails instead of your hands. Never cut your cuticles, as this can cause bleeding and leave you vulnerable to infections. Use makeup. For a quick and temporary fix to make your hands look younger, rub a small amount of liquid concealer all over the back of your hands. Although the effect isn't permanent, this will help conceal wrinkles, uneven tone and texture, sun spots, and other signs of aging. Consider a filler or injection. When you age you lose fat in your hands, and this makes the bones and veins more prominent. Fat injections and fillers are designed to plump your hands up again. If you're going to go this route, choose a filler treatment that includes hyaluronic acid, which is a great moisturizer that helps to plump skin. There are also laser treatments you can get done that promote collagen production, which will help plump your skin up again. Stay out of the sun. Since UV exposure causes age spots, the best way to prevent them is to protect your hands from the sun. Wear a sunscreen with an SPF between 30 and 50 all day, every day. And don't forget to reapply throughout the day. Try to keep your hands out of direct and indirect sunlight as much as possible, especially during the hours between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Eat the right foods. Many of the foods that are good for our bodies also keep our skin looking younger. Eating a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fruits and vegetables of all colors, and healthy fats will help keep your skin looking radiant and youthful. And don't forget to stay hydrated! Anytime you feel thirsty, drink a cup of water. Eat wrinkle-fighting foods that are rich in protein, selenium, antioxidants, and coenzyme Q10. This includes whole grains, berries and fruit, beans and legumes, mushrooms, nuts, olive, canola, and sesame oils, and green tea. Help increase your body's collagen and elastin production by eating foods that contain vitamins A, C, and E. Try tofu, dark leafy greens, sunflower seeds, avocados, orange fruits and vegetables, bell peppers, and citrus fruits. Eat nail-friendly foods that contain omegas and biotin. Add plenty of onions and carrots to your meals, and sprinkle flax seeds on your salads and cereals. Exercise regularly. A regular fitness routine is good for your mental health, physical health, and the look of your skin. By improving circulation and bringing more oxygen to your cells, exercise keeps your mind, body, and skin looking and feeling young. You should exercise for at least half an hour per day, three to six times per week. Walking is an excellent, low-impact exercise. Swimming gives you a fantastic cardiovascular workout without the strain or impact of other exercise, because the water takes pressure off muscles and joints. Protect your hands. This means protecting them from chemicals, abrasives, detergents, and the elements. Avoid harsh soaps, detergents, heavy-duty cleaning products, and alcohol-based products on your hands. Avoid washing your hands too often, and try to avoid the soaps provided in public washrooms. Choose gentle, fragrance-free soaps for your hands, face, and body. Look for soaps that contain aloe, vegetable-based oils like olive and coconut, and soothing ingredients like witch hazel and lavender. Wear gloves all the time. Gloves are an added layer of protection against nasty chemicals and the elements. Have different gloves for different occasions and seasons, such as: Warm gloves in the winter to protect your hands from the cold and wind. Rubber or latex gloves when cleaning or washing dishes. Sun-protective gloves (when you aren't wearing winter gloves) to keep your hands safe from UV exposure. Consult a doctor about medical concerns. The signs of aging are a normal part of your skin's life. There are, however, medical conditions that can cause abnormal problems, and you should be aware of what to look for. Talk to your doctor or healthcare practitioner if you spot any symptoms such as: Rash or lesions Raised dots or blisters Excessively dry, red, or scaly skin patches Warts or abnormal growths Stained nails (a sign of fungal infection)
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Treat age spots. Address the signs of aging. Exfoliate your skin. Massage your hands. Give yourself a manicure. Use makeup. Consider a filler or injection. Stay out of the sun. Eat the right foods. Exercise regularly. Protect your hands. Wear gloves all the time. Consult a doctor about medical concerns.
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How to Dunk
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To learn how to dunk a basketball, do leg exercises, like lunges, squats, and calf raises, which will make your legs stronger and increase your vertical leap. You can also practice by jumping across a basketball court and back, leaping as high as you can each time. Also, improve your flexibility by regularly stretching and doing yoga since your muscles need to be loose and flexible in order to dunk.
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Dribble toward the basket. Take the allowed two steps while palming the ball in your dunking hand and controlling your approach. Jump from about 1 metre out from the rim. Leap from your plant foot, opposite your shooting hand, extend your arm to the rim, and drive the ball through the net. You can build up to it. If you continue to struggle jump and grab the rim, and work up to using a ball. Getting the movement right is the hardest part. Dunk one-handed first. The two-handed slam is maybe the most dominating move in basketball, but it takes a lot more leap to touch the rim with two hands. Use a smaller ball. It's much easier, when you're first starting out, to try dunking with a smaller ball. You'll be able to palm it more easily and control your approach, making the maneuver more satisfying and your practice closer to the real thing. Continue dribbling and shooting exercises with the appropriate-sized ball so you're not getting too used to the "wrong" size, but keep a small ball around for your sick dunks. Work on your ball handling. Get a feel for how to use inertia to control the ball when your arm is extended. Even people who can palm a basketball sometimes lose their grip when dunking, so you need to get a feel for maneuvering the ball and controlling it in the air. Practice running at the rim and slamming the ball against it. Even if you're not "dunking," you're still practicing your approach and holding the ball correctly as you leap toward the hoop. You can try a tennis ball or golf ball first, then a volleyball, and work your way up to a basketball. Land correctly. It's common to focus all your energy on getting the rock in the hole and end up falling on your butt, which hurts. A lot. It happens, even to the pros, but spend some time completing the follow-through and focusing on completing the entire sequence of moves, landing safely, and you'll dunk more accurately and more consistently. Visualize the successful dunk and immediately focus on your landing. Try to land on both feet, cushioning your legs and flexing into the landing. Watch out for other players. Don't hang on the rim. In most games, hanging on the rim isn't allowed unless you're in danger of landing on someone below you. Hanging on the rim can damage the hoop and also throw you off balance by pulling your legs out from under you so you fall backwards. So, don't try to grab the rim after you've slammed the ball. Just dunk it and drop. Practice dunking on a shorter rim. Start with an adjustable height basket, if you have access to one. Lower the height so you can get a feel for dunking, then raise it gradually to the standard height as you improve. Invest in a good pair of shoes. Most players find that high-quality shoes improve their ability to dunk, and more importantly, prevent you from getting hurt when you try to dunk. Be persistent. You'll likely embarrass yourself during your first several attempts to dunk, but get up off the floor and try again. You'll be very impressed at your improvement if you keep practicing your leaps and building the strength in your legs. Increase your vertical leap. You will need the lifting power of your legs to get you in the air and up to the basket. Building a regimen of leg workouts that will increase the fast-twitch strength and the flexibility of your leg muscles can help you add inches to your vertical leap, getting you that much closer to the rim. A good regimen to get started with might include: 50-100 calf raises 2 or 3 sets of squats and lunges 3-5 sets of 60 second wall sits . Learn about plyometrics Plyometrics are exercises that use the resistance of your own body to build strength and are essential for building the kind of strength necessary to build your jump. It takes time to train your body to jump higher, but working the right muscle groups can improve your explosiveness and height without maxing out regularly in the weight room. Muscle groups that need to be stronger: Quadriceps, hamstrings, gluteals, calves. The quadriceps extend the knee, while the hamstrings and gluteals extend the hip. The calves flex the ankle, giving you that initial hop. Work on your flexibility. Just building strength in your legs won't do it. The muscles also need to be loose and flexible, giving you the movement and response you'll need to dunk over the defense. Develop your flexibility by regularly stretching , doing elastic resistance exercises, and giving yoga a shot. Muscle groups that need flexibility: Hamstrings and hip flexors. Tight hamstrings will impede the knee extension during the jump. Hip flexors resist the hip extension part of the jump. Start running stairs. Coaches make you run stairs for a reason. Running stairs will develop all the quadriceps, hips, and calves, helping to build all-around leg strength and flexibility. It's also cheap. You can run stairs at your house, at school after-hours, or even on the bleachers outside. Practice jumping at the court. Jump across the whole court and back. Try three laps or more, leaping as high as you can each time. Jump to touch the net with a running jump until you are able to do it ten times in a row. You probably won't be able to do this all in one day. Keep working at it. Keep jumping. Set your sights on the rim. Learn the two-handed slam. Shaquille O'Neal was known for double-handing the ball into the goal so forcefully, the backboard would shatter. While rim technology makes that not particularly possible any more, it's still a powerful and demoralizing dunk to pull off. You need a really high vertical to pull of a two-handed dunk. Practice standing under the rim and jumping straight up until you can touch your wrists to the rim. Add some flair with a double-pump. Suggesting you're so high you could dunk it twice, in the double-pump dunk you bring the ball back down to chest level at the apex of your leap, then force it back up to slam it with authority. Some notable players, Tracy McGrady among them, would do this regularly while spinning in the air, doing a 360 dunk variation. Turn on the windmill. As you approach, bring the ball into your abdomen and back, extending your arm behind your body and up in a circular fashion, like a windmill spinning. At the apex of your jump, bring your arm all the way around to throw it down like a boss. Dominique Wilkins, the Dunkmaster General of the 90s, used to blow crowds away with this spectacular dunk. Chop the tomahawk. Either two-handed or one-handed, the tomahawk dunk involves bringing the ball back over your head by bending your elbows and slamming it forcefully into the hoop, as if you were chopping a tomahawk. "Dr. J" Julius Erving popularized this poster dunk, as well as Darryl Dawkins, who broke several backboards tomahawk dunking. Go between the legs. While he wasn't the first player to complete it, Vince Carter wowed crowds at the 2000 NBA dunk contest by passing the ball under one leg while in the air and slamming it with authority. It didn't hurt that his forehead was almost touching the rim. If you've worked your ups to that height, try passing it under one leg and dunking it.
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Dribble toward the basket. Use a smaller ball. Work on your ball handling. Land correctly. Practice dunking on a shorter rim. Invest in a good pair of shoes. Be persistent. Increase your vertical leap. . Work on your flexibility. Start running stairs. Practice jumping at the court. Learn the two-handed slam. Add some flair with a double-pump. Turn on the windmill. Chop the tomahawk. Go between the legs.
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How to Tone Up Your Stomach After Pregnancy
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It's completely normal to gain weight during your pregnancy, but if you want to tone up your stomach after giving birth, you can start with some simple tummy-strengthening exercises like crunches and planks. Along with working out, try to avoid eating empty calories like ice cream and soda since they can get in the way of you losing weight. Instead, eat lots of leafy greens and fruit since they can help you slim down. In addition to eating a healthy diet, make an effort to drink more water so you control any cravings. Remember, it's best to check with your physician before you set out to tone your abdomen so they can recommend the safest, healthiest ways to do so.
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Start with pelvic tilts. Exercising right after pregnancy can be daunting, but as long as you increase intensity slowly, it is completely safe and healthful for most people. Pelvic tilts are a great way to strengthen your abdominal muscles without overworking them. Lie on your back with your knees bent. Flatten your back against the floor, tighten your abdominal muscles, and bend your pelvis up slightly. Hold for up to 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times and work up to 10 to 20 repetitions. Strengthen your pelvic floor with Kegels. Kegels, or pelvic floor exercises, help build strength in the muscles that support your uterus, bladder, and rectum. These muscles are often weakened after pregnancy and childbirth. Find your pelvic floor muscles by stopping your urine midstream. Then, after you have emptied your bladder, lie down in a comfortable position. Tighten your pelvic floor muscles for 5 seconds, then rest for 5 seconds. Repeat 4-5 times. Once you've gotten the hang of doing Kegels, gradually work your way up to tightening your pelvic floor muscles for 10 seconds at a time, with 10 second rests in between. Try to do 3 sets of 10 repetitions every day. Remember to breathe normally when you are doing Kegel exercises. Strengthen your abdominals with crunches. As you build confidence in your post-pregnancy strength, crunches can be a good step up from pelvic tilts. In order to do crunches: Lie on your back, feet down, knees up and arms in front of your chest or hands lightly touching your temples. Using only your abdominal muscles, raise your shoulders (upper torso) towards your knees. As you lift, exhale. Pause, and then lower yourself to your original position while inhaling, making sure to keep your head off the ground. Repeat. Do static holds (planks). Because crunches focus mostly on the outer layer of abdominal muscles, it is important to also train the interior muscles critical to posture and stability. Static holds are a great way to strengthen these muscles. Lie on your stomach, with your forearms flat on the floor, creating a right angle at your hands. Rise off the ground, lifting your chest and midsection off the ground. Your only points of contact with the ground should be your forearms and toes. Maintain a straight back, without allowing your rear to dip down or to stick into the air. This position is also known as the plank, and it trains your core (including your abs) to hold the body in place. Hold this position for as long as possible. Beginners should start with multiple sets of about 30 seconds each. Train your entire core. During pregnancy, it is easy to become sedentary due to the physical and mental burden placed on you. However, once you have achieved a solid base of abdominal strength, it is a great time to move on to full body fitness with a continued focus on the core. Try compound exercises that train your abs in conjunction with the rest of your body. Some of the best compound exercises for abs are ones that force your entire core to support your spine. Some exercises that do this are squats and push ups. Use more calories than you consume. In order to lose weight, you must expend more calories than you consume. When you have a caloric deficit, your body consumes energy stored in fat cells, reducing their size. Over time, this results in weight loss. Conversely, even if you are working out intensively, overeating and poor nutrition could still prevent you from toning up or losing any weight, due to the amount of calories you are taking in outnumbering the amount you are expending. Be realistic. It took 9 months to gain the 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg) recommended by doctors during your pregnancy, and it will take about that long to lose them. Don't fall for the hype of instant weight loss plans. Instead, use moderate exercise and healthy eating to ensure that you are on the road to fitness. Be careful not to diet too early. Wait at least until your 6-week postpartum checkup before actively trying to slim down. If you are breastfeeding, it is recommended that you wait 2 months before actively dieting. You want to make sure you have the energy to care for your new baby, and if you begin dieting too quickly, it can stunt your recovery. Losing weight at a healthy pace and waiting 2 months establishes a good milk supply for the baby. Breastfeeding can also help you lose weight. Your body consumes fat stores and dietary calories in order to produce milk, leading to weight loss. Avoid empty calories. Empty calories, including many types of sugars, simple carbohydrates, and unhealthy fats, contribute to weight gain. Although these may include some of your favorite comfort foods, steer clear of ice cream, soda, pastries, and most other desert items and processed foods in order maximize your chances of achieving a toned stomach. If you crave sweets, consider swapping cake and ice cream for fruit and berries. Fruit is naturally sweet and has a variety of nutritional benefits, ranging from vitamin content to antioxidant support. Avoid "white" products, such as white bread and white rice, that have been bleached and robbed of their nutritional benefit. Instead, opt for whole-grain bread, brown rice, quinoa, and unbleached oats. Shop from the edges of the supermarket, instead of from the center. Since many un-processed fresh foods are kept refrigerated, or are regularly replenished, they are often stocked around the perimeter of the grocery store. By shopping from these areas, you will avoid the refined sugars and fats found in many packaged goods in the aisles. Get plenty of calcium. Many women don't get enough calcium during and after pregnancy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should be ingesting 1,000-1,300mg of calcium per day. Talk to your doctor about taking calcium supplements, and make sure to include plenty of calcium-rich foods in your diet. You can get dietary calcium from: Dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, and cheese. Leafy green vegetables, such as broccoli, kale, collard greens, Chinese cabbage, or spinach. Fish with edible bones, such as canned sardines, mackerel, or salmon. Calcium-enriched foods, including many breakfast cereals and fortified juices. Consider a plant-based diet. Diets high in vegetable protein and low in animal fats have been linked to weight loss, reduced risk of heart disease, and many other health benefits. Switching to a plant-based diet can help you slim down, as well as keep you healthy after your pregnancy. Go green. Leafy greens, such as kale, collards, spinach, and chard are full of healthy fiber, vitamins, and micronutrients. Eat fruit. Fruit can satisfy your sweet tooth, as well as provide a variety of under-consumed vitamins and nutrients, including potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin C, and folate. Experiment with new recipes. Many regions around the world eat mostly vegetarian diets. Turn to some of these regions for exciting new dishes that are both delicious and nutritious. Pay attention to portion size. Especially after pregnancy, it is important to recognize that eating smaller portions can help increase weight loss. You are no longer eating "for 2," and must adjust your diet to reflect this change. Eat smaller meals late at night. By eating large meals earlier in the day, the likelihood of overeating late at night decreases. Additionally, late at night you are more likely to eat unhealthy snack items high in sugar, fats, and simple carbohydrates. Your metabolism also slows down during sleep. This means that food you consume right before bedtime will not be digested as efficiently as it would during the day, and more of it will be converted into fat. Eat breakfast. Eating breakfast jumpstarts your metabolism, allowing you to more effectively process food and preventing you from becoming extra hungry throughout the day. This reduces your chances of overeating and negating any progress you may have made through exercise. Drink more water. Drinking water will not only help you remain hydrated and aid in your recovery from pregnancy, it will also allow you to more accurately determine whether or not you are actually hungry, or just craving food. Additionally, drinking cold water may burn more calories than drinking room temperature water, because of the energy expended to heat the water to body temperature. Milk production also leads to extra fluid loss, so take extra care to stay hydrated if you have chosen to breastfeed your baby. Get enough sleep. Although it may be hard to sleep the recommended eight hours per night with a newborn in the house, you should still try to get as much sleep as possible. Having a baby is hard work, and you need to allow your mind and body the appropriate amount of time to recover. Sleep allows the body to properly recover from exercise and gain the maximal benefits from a workout, as well as digest food effectively. Control stress. Controlling your stress levels after pregnancy may seem like a daunting task, but it is crucial to increased overall health. Excessive stress has also been shown to encourage storage of fat in the abdominal region, hampering your goal of a toned stomach. Low stress levels have been linked to overall weight loss, among a variety of other health benefits. Managing stress will allow you to focus on your exercise and diet goals, while making it easier to keep off fat. Even taking a few minutes a day to meditate can help reduce your stress levels. Divide responsibility. When you have a new baby, it can be difficult to effectively divide parenting duties and responsibilities. However, doing everything alone can lead you to neglect your own health. Enlist the help of your significant other, family, or a hired professional to share the burden of caring for your child. Divide duties such as diaper-changing, cooking, recreation, doctor's appointments, and the like between you and whoever is willing to help. This will allow you to get the time you need to focus on your physical and mental health. Quit drinking. In addition to many other negative health effects, alcohol consumption can significantly chip away at any weight loss progress you make through dieting and working out. It is easy to forget how many calories can be consumed in alcoholic beverages, and drink away all your progress towards a toned stomach. In addition, alcohol stimulates your appetite, driving you to eat when you may otherwise not be hungry.
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Start with pelvic tilts. Strengthen your pelvic floor with Kegels. Strengthen your abdominals with crunches. Do static holds (planks). Train your entire core. Use more calories than you consume. Be realistic. Be careful not to diet too early. Avoid empty calories. Get plenty of calcium. Consider a plant-based diet. Pay attention to portion size. Eat smaller meals late at night. Eat breakfast. Drink more water. Get enough sleep. Control stress. Divide responsibility. Quit drinking.
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How to Make a Plastic Bottle Wormery
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To make a plastic bottle wormery, rinse out a plastic 2 liter bottle thoroughly with warm water and remove the label so you'll be able to see your worms. Next, cut off the top of the plastic bottle, pour 2 cups of sand into the bottom, and spritz the sand with water to moisten it. Then, add 2 cups of moistened garden soil followed by another 2 cups of moistened sand to the bottle. You can now add 4-6 worms to your wormery!
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Rinse out an empty 2 L (68 fl oz) clear, plastic soda bottle. Fill the bottle with warm water and swirl it around. Then, pour out the water. Repeat this two more times to ensure that there is no more soda residue in the bottle. Don't worry about drying out the inside of the bottle. The soil layers will need to be damp, so a little water left inside the bottle is fine. Remove the label and adhesive so you will be able to see the worms. Find the edge of the label and peel it away from the bottle. If there is any adhesive that won't come off, apply about 1 tbsp (15 mL) of vegetable oil to the bottle and work it around with your fingers. Then, wash the outside of the bottle with dish soap and warm water to remove the excess oil. Canola, olive, sunflower, or any other type of oil you have on hand will work for this. You may need to let the oil soak in for 3 to 5 minutes if there are a lot of adhesives stuck on the bottle. Cut off the top of the plastic bottle. Use a sharp pair of scissors to cut the top off of the bottle. Start cutting where the bottle begins to taper into the neck. Cut all the way around the bottle to remove the bottle top. Cut straight, clean edges. Don't create any jagged edges. Create a lid for your wormery using the top of the bottle, if desired. Ensure that the top of the bottle is also clean. Cut a 2 in (5.1 cm) slit in the bottom (widest part) of the bottle top. Then, when your wormery is ready, place it back onto the top of the bottle so that the edges overlap. Leave the cap off to allow airflow. Place 2 cups (870 g) of sand in the bottom of the bottle and spritz it with water. The bottom layer of your wormery is sand. Pour in enough to fill the water bottle about ⅕th of the way, which should be about 2 cups (870 g). Then, use a spray bottle filled with plain water to moisten the sand. Spray enough so that the sand feels damp to the touch. Leave this layer and the other layers loose. Don't pack it with your hands. You can purchase sand at a hardware or garden supply store. Add 2 cups (260 g) of garden soil next and spray it. Pour enough garden soil into the bottle to fill the bottle ⅖ths full, which should be about 2 cups (870 g). Then, spray the soil with water until it feels damp. Soil from your yard or garden is fine. However, you can purchase garden soil at a hardware or garden supply store if you don't have some you can dig up. Pour in another 2 cups (870 g) of sand and spray water on it. Repeat the sand layer with the same amount as before, so that now the bottle should be ⅗th of the way full. Spray the sand with water to make it damp. Include 2 cups (260 g) of mulch and water it. Finish off the soil layers with a mulch layer on the very top. The bottle should be ⅘ths of the way full now. Spritz it with water to make the mulch damp. You can purchase mulch at a hardware or garden supply store. Find four to six worms and place them in the wormery. Gently place the worms on the top layer of the wormery, which should be mulch. They should start to burrow into the soil right away. Worms like to hide in dark, moist places in the dirt and under rocks. You may also buy worms from a bait shop if you don't want to look for them. You can attract worms to a bare patch of dirt by watering it and placing a piece of carpet or cardboard over it. Check the patch the next day and you should have some worms. Collect worms while doing yardwork or digging in your garden. Bring your wormery outside with you and place worms into it as you find them during routine yardwork and gardening chores. Check damp spots in your yard or check the sidewalk after it rains. Worms will sometimes emerge from the dirt and crawl onto a nearby sidewalk after it rains. If this happens, pick up the worms and put them in your wormery. Add food to the top layer of your wormery. Once the worms have started burrowing down into the soil, place a layer of fruit and vegetable peels on top of the mulch. This will be the worms' food, which they will compost into the soil. Add more food in a few days if the worms consume the scraps you left them. If you made a lid for your wormery, you may want to put it on now to ensure the worms don't try to crawl out of the bottle. Cover the bottle with a bag, box, or paper and keep it somewhere cool. Get a box or bag that is large enough to cover the bottle completely. You may also tape a piece of black construction paper around the bottle to make it dark. Place the bottle somewhere warm and dark in your home or classroom. However, keep it away from hot places, such as sunny windows and other bright, hot spots. If you remove the cover to check on your worms, be sure to replace it when you are done. They prefer the dark. Check on the worms daily to ensure the soil is damp. The soil needs to always be damp so that the worms can move freely in the wormery. Check it daily to ensure that the top layer of mulch feels damp and the other layers look damp. Spritz the mulch layer with water to moisten it if needed. Don't soak the soil layers with water. If they look dry, spritz the top layer until it is moist and let the worms work this moisture around. If the layers still seem dry the next day, spritz the mulch layer again. Release the worms in your garden or yard when the dirt is mixed. The wormery is not meant as a permanent home for the worms. Once your experiment is done, take the bottle out to a bare patch of earth in your yard or garden and gently empty the content of the worm farm and the worms onto the earth. They will crawl away and burrow into the ground on their own and the soil they have enriched will be good for your yard or garden. You may keep and reuse the bottle if desired, or recycle it if you are finished.
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Rinse out an empty 2 L (68 fl oz) clear, plastic soda bottle. Remove the label and adhesive so you will be able to see the worms. Cut off the top of the plastic bottle. Create a lid for your wormery using the top of the bottle, if desired. Place 2 cups (870 g) of sand in the bottom of the bottle and spritz it with water. Add 2 cups (260 g) of garden soil next and spray it. Pour in another 2 cups (870 g) of sand and spray water on it. Include 2 cups (260 g) of mulch and water it. Find four to six worms and place them in the wormery. Add food to the top layer of your wormery. Cover the bottle with a bag, box, or paper and keep it somewhere cool. Check on the worms daily to ensure the soil is damp. Release the worms in your garden or yard when the dirt is mixed.
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How to Convert Grams to Milligrams
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To convert grams to milligrams, multiply the number of grams by 1,000. Alternatively, move the decimal point 3 spots to the right. For example, if you have 75 grams, then you have 75,000 milligrams because the prefix “milli” means one-thousandth. Knowing this, you can easily convert milligrams to grams by dividing the number of milligrams by 1,000. For instance, if you have 500,000 milligrams, you have 500 grams.
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Recognize that “milli” means one-thousandth. Understanding the definition of the prefix can help you remember the difference between grams and milligrams. Since “milli” means one-thousandth, a milligram is 1/1,000 of a gram. Multiply the number of grams (g) by 1,000 to get milligrams (mg). Multiplying by 1,000 is the same as moving the decimal point 3 spots to the right. For example, say you have 75 grams. Simply multiply 75 by 1,000, which equals 75,000. So, 75 grams (g) is equal to 75,000 milligrams (mg). Understand that grams (g) and milligrams (mg) measure mass. Both grams and milligrams are units used to measure mass, or how heavy an object is. Note that milligrams (mg) are smaller than grams (g). Since “milli” means “one-thousandth,” a milligram is one-thousandth the size of a gram. Therefore, there will be fewer grams than milligrams. Divide the number of milligrams (mg) by 1,000 to find the number of grams (g). Keep in mind that there are 1,000 milligrams in every gram. For instance, if you have 500,000 milligrams, divide 500,000 by 1,000, which equals 500. Therefore, 500,000 milligrams (mg) is equal to 500 grams (g). Remember that milligrams (mg) and grams (g) are metric units. If you live in the United States or another country that uses the imperial measurement system, you may be unfamiliar with grams and milligrams, since they are metric units. In the U.S., ounces (oz) and pounds (lbs) are usually used to measure weight.
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Recognize that “milli” means one-thousandth. Multiply the number of grams (g) by 1,000 to get milligrams (mg). Understand that grams (g) and milligrams (mg) measure mass. Note that milligrams (mg) are smaller than grams (g). Divide the number of milligrams (mg) by 1,000 to find the number of grams (g). Remember that milligrams (mg) and grams (g) are metric units.
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How to Get Rid of Scars from Belly Piercings
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It's possible to reduce the appearance of mild belly piercing scars at home using topical treatments. Apply an over-the-counter scar treatment to the area, following the instructions on the package. You can also try massaging the scar with a pea-sized amount of Vitamin E extract. Apply the extract twice per day, rubbing the scar for 10 minutes each time, for as long as it takes to disappear. Another method to reduce the appearance of a mild belly piercing scar is to apply aloe vera gel. Use a dime-sized amount of the gel, 2 - 3 times per day until the scar fades.
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Massage the scar with a pea-sized amount of raw shea butter. Apply the raw shea butter onto the scar. Use your fingers to massage the shea butter into the scar. Massage the scar for 10 minutes twice daily. Repeat this process for three months, or until the scar has disappeared. Alternatively, you can use cocoa butter, or a mixture of shea and cocoa butter to heal your scar. You can find and purchase raw shea butter from your local health food store. Rub the scar with a mixture of tea tree and coconut oil. Mix two to four drops of tea tree oil with ⁄ 8 teaspoon (0.62 ml) of coconut oil. Rub the oil into your scar for ten minutes. Apply the oil twice a day. Repeat this process for three months, or until the scar has disappeared. You can also add other essential oils like jojoba oil, emu oil, or helichrysum oil to the mixture to get rid of your belly piercing scars. Apply a dime-sized amount of pure aloe vera onto your scar. Rub the aloe vera in with your fingers until it is spread evenly. Apply the aloe vera two to three times per day. Repeat this process for three months, or until your scar has disappeared. You can purchase pure aloe vera from your local health food store. Rub your scar with a pea-sized amount of Vitamin E extract. Massage the vitamin E into your scar for 10 minutes twice a day. Repeat this process for three months, or until your scar has disappeared. You can purchase vitamin E extract from your local pharmacy or health food store. Try over-the-counter scar treatments. Choose over-the-counter products that contain natural oils and lotions such as aloe vera, shea butter, tea tree oil, vitamin E, onion (or garlic) extract, and cocoa butter. Apply the treatments per the instructions on the package. You can purchase over-the-counter treatments from your local pharmacy. Compress the scar with surgical tape. Use scissors to cut a piece of surgical tape that will cover your entire scar. Place and secure the tape on top of the scar. Leave the tape on the scar for at least eight hours. You can either put the tape on at night or during the day. If you still have your piercing in your belly button, use a hole puncher to punch a hole into the tape. Fit the tape over the piercing and onto the scar. Remove the tape after five to seven hours. You can purchase surgical tape from your local pharmacy. Apply a pea-sized amount of silicone gel onto the scar. Rub the gel into the scar for two to three minutes twice a day. Repeat this process for three months, or until the scar has disappeared. You can purchase silicone gels online or from your local pharmacy. Try a chamomile tea compress. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of water into a mug. Microwave the water for two minutes on high. Place a tea bag in the cup. After two minutes, remove the tea bag and let it cool to room temperature, about eight minutes. Once the tea bag has cooled, press the tea bag onto your scar. Hold the tea bag in place with your hand, surgical tape, or crepe bandages for 15 minutes. Repeat this process two to three times per day for two weeks, or until your scar has reduced or disappeared. Freeze the scar. For small keloids, your dermatologist may suggest freezing the scar. Similar to wart removals, the dermatologist will use liquid nitrogen to freeze and kill the scar tissue. The scar tissue will fall off after four or five days. A keloid is an overgrowth of scar tissue that extends beyond the immediate area of a wound. The price of freezing a scar can range from $100 to $300. Get a corticosteroid injection. Call and make an appointment with your dermatologist. Your dermatologist will give your keloid a corticosteroid injection to reduce its appearance. Corticosteroid injections are used to reduce inflammation in small to medium-sized keloids. The cost of corticosteroid injection varies. However, it typically costs $50 to $150. Try a filler injection. Filler injections are commonly used to treat sunken scars, also known as atrophic scars. The dermatologist will inject the tissue with fillers to raise the skin to the level of the surrounding tissue. Because the effects of this treatment are temporary, you will need to have your scar refilled periodically. The cost of filler injection depends on the type of filler used for the injection. The price can range from $250 to $1,000. Remove the scar with dermabrasion. Dermabrasion is used to remove the surface of the scar. Removing the surface of the scar, whether it is raised or flat, will help the scar blend in better with the surrounding skin. The average cost for this procedure is $900. However, the cost of the procedure really depends on the size of the scar. Beware of surgically removing a keloid. While surgery can be used to make a scar less noticeable by altering its shape or color, it is not recommended for keloids or hypertrophic scars. Surgery may result in more severe scarring for keloids and hypertrophic scars. The cost of surgically removing a scar can range from $300 to $1,000, depending on the size of the scar.
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Massage the scar with a pea-sized amount of raw shea butter. Rub the scar with a mixture of tea tree and coconut oil. Apply a dime-sized amount of pure aloe vera onto your scar. Rub your scar with a pea-sized amount of Vitamin E extract. Try over-the-counter scar treatments. Compress the scar with surgical tape. Apply a pea-sized amount of silicone gel onto the scar. Try a chamomile tea compress. Freeze the scar. Get a corticosteroid injection. Try a filler injection. Remove the scar with dermabrasion. Beware of surgically removing a keloid.
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How to Solve Rational Equations
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To solve a rational equation, start by rearranging it so you have 1 fraction on each side of the equals sign. Then, cross multiply by multiplying the first fraction's numerator by the second fraction's denominator, and vice versa. Next, set the 2 products equal to each other and simplify them. Finally, solve the equation by solving for the variable.
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If necessary, rearrange your equation to get one fraction on each side of the equals sign. Cross-multiplication is a quick, easy way of solving rational equations. Unfortunately, this method only works for rational equations that contain exactly one rational expression or fraction on each side of the equals sign. If your equation isn't in proper cross-multiplication form, you may need to use algebraic operations to move its terms into their proper places. For instance, the equation (x + 3)/4 - x/(-2) = 0 can easily be rearranged into cross-multiplication form by adding x/(-2) to both sides of the equation, leaving you with (x + 3)/4 = x/(-2). Keep in mind that decimals and whole numbers can be made into fractions by giving them a denominator of 1. (x + 3)/4 - 2.5 = 5, for instance, can be rewritten as (x + 3)/4 = 7.5/1, making it a valid candidate for cross-multiplication. Some rational equations can't easily be reduced into a form with one fraction or rational equation on each side of the equals sign. In such cases, use a lowest common denominator approach. Cross-multiply. Cross-multiplication simply means multiplying one fraction's numerator by the other's denominator and vice versa. Multiply the numerator of the fraction on the left of the equal sign by the denominator of the fraction on the right. Repeat with the numerator of the right-hand fraction and the denominator of the fraction on the left. Cross-multiplication works according to basic algebraic principals. Rational expressions and other fractions can be made into non-fractions by multiplying them by their denominators. Cross-multiplication is basically a handy shortcut for multiplying both sides of the equation by both fraction's denominators. Don't believe it? Try it - you'll get the same results after simplifying. Set the two products as equal to each other. After cross-multiplying, you'll have two products. Set these two terms equal to each other and simplify to get each side of the equation in its simplest terms. For example, if your original rational expression was (x+3)/4 = x/(-2), after cross multiplying, your new equation is -2(x+3) = 4x. If we wish, this can also be written as -2x - 6 = 4x. Solve for your variable. Use algebraic operations to solve for the variable in your equation. Remember that, if x appears on both sides of the equals sign, you'll need to add or subtract x terms to both sides to get x terms on only one side of the equals sign. In our example, we can divide both sides of the equation by -2, giving us x+3 = -2x. Subtracting x from both sides gives us 3 = -3x. Finally, dividing both sides by -3 gives us -1 = x, which we can re-write as x = -1. We have found x, solving our rational equation. Know when finding a Lowest Common Denominator is appropriate. Lowest Common Denominators (LCD's) can be used to simplify rational equations, making it possible to solve for their variables. Finding an LCD is a good idea when your rational equation can't easily be written in a form that has one (and only one) fraction or rational expression on each side of the equals sign. For solving rational equations with three terms or more, LCD's are a helpful tool. However, for solving rational equations with only two terms, cross-multiplication can be faster. Examine the denominator of each fraction. Identify the lowest number that each denominator divides into evenly. This is the LCD for your equation. Sometimes the lowest common denominator - that is, the lowest number that has each of the existing denominators as a factor - is obvious. For example, if your expression is x/3 + 1/2 = (3x+1)/6, it's not hard to see that the smallest number with 3, 2 and 6 as a factor, is, in fact, 6. Often, however, a rational equation's LCD isn't immediately obvious. In these cases, try examining multiples of the larger denominator until you find one that contains all of the smaller denominators as a factor. Often, the LCD is a multiple of two of the denominators. For example, in the equation x/8 + 2/6 = (x - 3)/9, the LCD is 8*9 = 72. If one or more of your fractions' denominators contains a variable, this process is more involved, but not impossible. In these cases, the LCD will be an expression (containing variables) that all the denominators divide into, not a single number. For example, in the equation 5/(x-1) = 1/x + 2/(3x), the LCD is 3x(x-1), because each denominator divides into it evenly - dividing it by (x-1) gives 3x, dividing it by 3x gives (x-1), and dividing it by x gives 3(x-1). Multiply each fraction, in the rational equation by 1. Multiplying each term by 1 may seem pointless. However, there's a trick. 1 can be defined as any number over itself - 2/2 and 3/3, for example, are also valid ways of writing "1." This method takes advantage of this alternate definition. Multiply each fraction in your rational equation by 1, writing 1 each time as the number or term which multiplies with each denominator to give the LCD over itself. In our basic example, we would multiply x/3 by 2/2 to get 2x/6 and multiply 1/2 by 3/3 to get 3/6. 3x +1/6 already has 6, the LCD, as its denominator, so we can either multiply it by 1/1 or leave it alone. In our example with variables in the denominators of our fractions, the process is slightly trickier. Since our LCD is 3x(x-1), we multiply each rational expression by the term which it multiplies with to give 3x(x-1) over itself. We would multiply 5/(x-1) by (3x)/(3x) giving 5(3x)/(3x)(x-1), multiply 1/x by 3(x-1)/3(x-1) to give 3(x-1)/3x(x-1), and multiply 2/(3x) by (x-1)/(x-1) to give 2(x-1)/3x(x-1). Simplify and solve for x. Now that every term in your rational equation has the same denominator, you can eliminate the denominators from the equation and solve the numerators. Simply multiply both sides of the equation to get your numerators by themselves. Then, use algebraic operations to get x (or whatever other variable you are solving for) alone by itself on one side of the equals sign. In our basic example, after multiplying every term by alternate forms of 1, we get 2x/6 + 3/6 = (3x+1)/6. Two fractions can be added together if they have the same denominator, so we can simplify this equation as (2x+3)/6 = (3x+1)/6 without changing its value. Multiply both sides by 6 to cancel the denominators, which leaves us with 2x+3 = 3x+1. Subtract 1 from both sides to get 2x+2 = 3x, and subtract 2x from both sides to get 2 = x, which can be written as x = 2. In our example with variables in the denominators, our equation after multiplying each term by "1" is 5(3x)/(3x)(x-1) = 3(x-1)/3x(x-1) + 2(x-1)/3x(x-1). Multiplying each term by our LCD allows us to cancel the denominators, giving us 5(3x) = 3(x-1) + 2(x-1). This works to 15x = 3x - 3 + 2x -2, which simplifies to 15x = x - 5. Subtracting x from both sides gives 14x = -5, which, finally, simplifies to x = -5/14.
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If necessary, rearrange your equation to get one fraction on each side of the equals sign. Cross-multiply. Set the two products as equal to each other. Solve for your variable. Know when finding a Lowest Common Denominator is appropriate. Examine the denominator of each fraction. Multiply each fraction, in the rational equation by 1. Simplify and solve for x.
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How to Close Gaps in Laminate Flooring
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To close a gap in your laminate flooring, all you'll need is some wood glue. Apply a thick coat of glue to the tongue of the board that's come loose. You can then push the 2 boards back together by striking 1 of them at an angle with your fist. Alternatively, push down with your full body weight, then push the board together. You can also fix gaps by using a floor fixer, which you can buy from a hardware store. You'll first need to attach the device to the affected floorboards, then tap it with a mallet to shift the boards into place.
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Purchase a floor gap fixer tool. These days, many companies sell special devices designed to make it easier to close small gaps in hardwood and laminate flooring. These most often take the form of small, heavy rectangular blocks. The blocks feature an adhesive rubber face that provides traction to maneuver the slipped plank back into place with a few taps of a mallet. You can find floor gap fixers at most major home improvement centers or online for around $40-60. If you're trying to keep spending to a minimum for your repair project, try making your own floor gap fixer tool by coating one side of a 4x4 with double-sided tape. Remove the protective backing from the adhesive face of the block. Peel the plastic covering away to expose the tacky rubber pad underneath. This surface will be used to grip the laminate plank while you force it back into place manually. The adhesive pad of the floor gap fixer is reusable, as long as it's properly cleaned between projects. Position the block 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end of one of the displaced planks. Situate the tool in the center of either plank, then press down firmly on the topside with both hands to anchor it. It should stick to the plank securely enough to prevent slipping or scooting while you work. Once you get started, you'll the shift the plank in the direction of the gap to close it off. Avoid removing the block once it's in place unless it's absolutely necessary, as this may weaken the hold of the adhesive pad. Work your way toward the center of the floor and away from the wall. When using the floor gap fixer, it's generally best to inch the problem plank towards the center of the floor, rather than outward towards the wall. This will ensure that the far end remains concealed by the baseboard. If you go towards the wall instead, you may end up having to deal with gaps in adjacent planks as a result. When correcting more than one plank in the same row, it may be necessary to also move the neighboring planks inward to keep the spacing consistent and avoid making the gap worse. Tap the end of the block with a mallet to close the gap. Steady the tool with one hand and give the side furthest from the gap a couple whacks to move the loose plank closer to the one it's drifted away from. It should slide along a few millimeters at a time. Continue tapping the block until the plank rests snugly against its neighbor. Be careful not to strike the block too forcefully. This could dislodge it, or even damage the underside of the flooring. After successfully closing the gap, simply pull up the floor gap fixer to remove it. Repeat with any remaining gaps. Use the block and mallet to repair any other slipped planks that have appeared in your laminate flooring. Work carefully to keep your floor looking neat. All in all, the project should only take a matter of minutes. If necessary, wipe off any dust or debris that's accumulated on the adhesive pad with a damp cloth before the next time you use it. Scoop up a glob of wood glue using a small utensil. A toothpick, cotton swab, or similar item will make it easier to reach down into the narrow space. Some home improvement buffs even use disposable syringes for precision application. The important thing is that the glue only ends up on the grooves where the planks interlock. Any clear or yellow wood glue will work just fine. Invest in a high-strength adhesive to spare yourself followup repairs in the future. Alternatively, you can also use caulk or wood putty to fill in gaps in laminate flooring. However, these substances may require special applicators or additional equipment. Swab the glue onto the exposed tongue of the displaced plank. Inside the gap, you should be able to see the squared edge where the bottom of the plank is designed to fit together with the top of the next one in the row. Apply a thick coating of glue to this surface, aiming for even coverage from one end to the other. If you don't apply enough glue, the repaired section of flooring may not hold up long under constant foot traffic. Don't be afraid to use more glue than you think you need—you don't want the planks separating again after a few short days. Do your best to work neatly and efficiently, but don't take too much time. Wood glue dries quickly, and once it does, it will be tough to get a second shot. Push the separated planks together to close the gap. To do this, strike the plank at an angle repeatedly with the palm of your hand. For a less forceful approach, you could also try placing both hands flat against the plank and guiding it slowly towards its neighbor using your full body weight. If you own a floor gap fixer tool , consider using it in conjunction with a touch of wood glue to ensure that the gap stays closed for good. Wipe away the excess glue. Use a damp rag to blot at the glue squeezing up through the cracks in the newly-repaired gap, then go over the seam until no residue remains. Any adhesive left behind by mistake could dry to a rough texture underfoot or produce mild discoloration in the laminate. If you used caulk or wood putty to fill the gap, you may need to sand down the excess material once it has had time to dry. For the smoothest finish, use 180-grit sandpaper or higher. Most wood glues dry clear, which means they won't be visible in the seam between the two planks. Allow your laminate flooring to acclimate for 48-72 hours. Bring the planks inside and leave them to sit undisturbed prior to installation. This will give the material a chance to get used to the unique conditions in your home, which can help you avoid many environment-related complications later on. Fluctuations in temperature and humidity can cause certain types of laminate flooring to swell and shrink slightly. Over time, this can result in noticeable gaps and other inconsistencies. Storing your laminate flooring materials in your garage, basement, or foyer also keeps them from being exposed to the elements. Make sure the subflooring is perfectly level. Use a level to check the angle of your subfloor every 2–3 feet (0.61–0.91 m). If there are rises or depressions present, your laminate planks won't sit correctly, no matter how many times you reposition them. Subfloors that are off alignment will need to be smoothed out using leveling compound. If you plan on adding a separate underlayment for insulation, it will be important to make sure it's cut properly to eliminate wrinkling, folding, or bunching, all of which could contribute to an off-level subfloor. Have your laminate flooring installed professionally. Attempting to measure, cut, and install laminate flooring yourself leaves a lot of room for error, even if you have experience with this type of project. In most cases, it will be better to leave it to the pros. They'll have the equipment, expertise, and manpower needed to get the job done faster and with more lasting results. Hiring a flooring specialist to work on your home involves a certain amount of trust. Go online to read reviews of contractors in your area or ask a friend or loved one for a personal recommendation to find one that meets your standards.
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Purchase a floor gap fixer tool. Remove the protective backing from the adhesive face of the block. Position the block 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end of one of the displaced planks. Work your way toward the center of the floor and away from the wall. Tap the end of the block with a mallet to close the gap. Repeat with any remaining gaps. Scoop up a glob of wood glue using a small utensil. Swab the glue onto the exposed tongue of the displaced plank. Push the separated planks together to close the gap. Wipe away the excess glue. Allow your laminate flooring to acclimate for 48-72 hours. Make sure the subflooring is perfectly level. Have your laminate flooring installed professionally.
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How to Make Italian Ice
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To make Italian ice, wash and chop 3 cups of fresh fruit into large chunks. Next, put the fruit, 2-4 tablespoons of honey, a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, and 2 cups of ice into a blender and mix until it's smooth. Add one more cup of ice and completely blend it into the mixture. Then pour the mixture into a shallow pan, cover it with plastic wrap, and freeze it for 30 minutes. At that point, scrape through the mix with a fork. Then freeze again for 2 hours, scoop the ice into bowls, and serve.
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Chop the fruit. Wash the fruit and chop it into large chunks. Remove any peels, pits, or stems. You can do a single fruit flavor or combine several fruits to make a mixed fruit Italian ice. Choose the freshest and ripest fruit you can find for the most flavorful Italian ice. Blend your ingredients. Place the chopped fruit, sugar or honey, lemon juice, and 2 cups of the ice into a blender or food processor. Cover the machine and blend your ingredients until they're totally smooth. Add the remaining cup of ice and completely blend it into the mixture. If you don't like seeds, consider straining the mixture through a mesh strainer. Try making a syrup base. If you don't want to use a fruit puree as a base for your Italian ice, make a syrup that you can freeze. Combine 3 cups of water with 1 1/2 cups of sugar in a saucepan. Heat the mixture until the sugar dissolves. Then stir in 1/2 cup of lime or lemon juice. Refrigerate the mixture until it's cool. To quickly cool the syrup before you freeze it, fill a large bowl with ice. Set the bowl that has your hot syrup on top of the ice in the larger bowl. Leave it there for 15 minutes till it's cooler. Consider making a different flavor. You don't always need to use a fruit puree base to make an Italian ice. You can try making a fruit juice lemon ice for something even lighter. Or, melt chocolate and let it cool before blending it with ice to make a chocolate Italian ice. Popular Italian ice flavors include: Peach Lime Orange Lemon Coconut pineapple Raspberry Pour the mixture into a shallow pan. Fill a long shallow pan with the Italian ice puree. Using a long shallow pan (like a 9x13 baking dish) will help the mixture freeze faster. It will also make it easier to scrape or mix in a machine. Cover the pan with plastic wrap to prevent the Italian ice from absorbing smells from your freezer. If you want the mixture to freeze even faster, place the shallow pan in the freezer before you start making your Italian ice puree. This way, the pan will already be cold. Freeze the mixture and scrape it. Traditionally, you should freeze the Italian ice for 30 minutes before scraping through the mixture with a fork. The mixture will be slushy. Freeze it again for another 2 hours until the mixture is firm. This will a crystallized Italian ice that you can serve. If you used a syrup base instead of the puree, you'll need to freeze the mixture longer before initially scraping. Freeze it for 1 1/2 hours, scrape the mixture with a fork, and then freeze it for another 1 1/2 hours before serving. Blend the mixture for smoother Italian ice. If you don't want a crystallized Italian ice, you can use hand mixer with beater attachments. To do this, freeze your mixture in a long shallow pan (like a 9x13 baking dish). Once frozen, remove the mixture and put it in a blender. Cover the blender with the lid and pulse the blender until the mixture is shaved. This will make a lighter Italian ice. If you don't have a blender, transfer the frozen mixture to a large bowl. Use a hand mixer with beater attachments to blend the mixture until it's as smooth as you want it. Consider using an ice cream maker. If you don't want to watch the Italian ice and scrape it periodically, you can also freeze it in an ice cream or gelato maker. This freezing method is hands off and will make a much smoother Italian ice. Pour the cold pureed mixture into your machine and follow the manufacturer's instructions. You should still be around when freezing the Italian ice in the ice cream maker. Most ice cream makers should only be run for about 20 to 30 minutes. If you run your machine too long, the frozen mixture will start to melt. Serve the Italian ice. Scoop the Italian ice into cones or small bowls. If you'd like to drink the Italian ice as it melts, you may want to serve it in a tall glass with a straw. You can also add an optional garnish to show what flavor it is. You can garnish with: Sliced strawberry Lemon or lime wedge Thin slice of watermelon Sliver of mango
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Chop the fruit. Blend your ingredients. Try making a syrup base. Consider making a different flavor. Pour the mixture into a shallow pan. Freeze the mixture and scrape it. Blend the mixture for smoother Italian ice. Consider using an ice cream maker. Serve the Italian ice.
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How to Do Hair Styles With a Bump
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The bump is a trendy and casual way to pull your hair back while adding volume. To to a simple bump, first brush your hair and gather a section where you want the back of your bump to be. Make the bump toward the front of your head to get bangs out of your face or make it near your crown for a more retro style. Although it's not necessary, many people find teasing their hair first makes their bump fuller and more secure. Once you've gathered your hair where you want the bump to be, pinch it and push it forward, then secure it with a few bobby pins and hairspray. You can also tie the rest of your hair back in a ponytail or even a braided ponytail for a more advanced look.
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Brush out your hair. Brush your hair with a brush or comb to remove any knots and tangles from your hair. You want your hair to be as manageable as possible when creating a new hairstyle. Decide where you want your bump to be. There are many ways to wear a bump in your hair. Some like the bump high, toward the front of their head, while others prefer the bump toward the crown of their head. It's all a matter personal preference. Creating a bump toward the front of your head requires less hair, while creating a bump toward the crown of your head requires a bit more hair. Bumps that are toward the front of the head work well for getting bangs and fringe out of your face. Bumps made toward the crown of the head, work well for certain up-dos and creating retro-inspired hairstyles. Separate your bump hair section. Use your fingers or the tip of your comb to gather the section of hair you wish to use to make your bump. Be sure that the section of hair that you separate for your bump is centered on your head. If you're making your bump toward the crown of your head, gather your hair starting from the front sides of your head, and stop gathering toward the top of the crown of your head. This section of hair shouldn't include hair lower than the bottom of the crown of your head. If you're making your bump toward the front of your head, gather your hair spanning from around your two temples on the sides of your head, and stop gathering your hair section just before the crown of your head. Create a bump without teasing. While many people find that their bumps remain fuller and more secure when their hair is teased, it is not mandatory. If you don't want to tease, simply gather the bump section of hair, pinch the hair where you want the back end of the bump to be, push it forward a bit to create a bump, and secure down the base of the bump with bobby pins. You will need at least one bobby pin on each side of the bump, but two on each side will give you better hold. Cross the bobby pins on top of each other for the best results. If you have afro-textured hair, you can easily create a bump without teasing. Simply blow dry your hair out and pull the bump section back. Then pinch the base of your bump and push it forward, securing it with bobby pins. If your hair is short enough, you can fold the ends of your hair under the bump before securing it with bobby pins. You can use some hairspray to keep your bump in place and tame flyaways. Section out your hair for teasing. If you do plan to tease your hair, you should do so in small sections to create the most volume. Depending on the amount of hair you have, you should plan on dividing the bump section into three or four layers. You will tease the two to three bottom layers of this hair, but leave the section closest to your face un-teased. You may want to separate the front section of your bump (the part that won't be teased) now in order to avoid accidentally pulling it into one of the other sections. You can twist it off to the side and secure it with a bobby pin to keep to separated. Start teasing the first section. Hold the bump section of your hair straight up and separate the bottom layer of hair for teasing. You can let the other layers of the bump fall forward or to the side, but keep holding the layer you are working with straight up. To tease, use your other hand to comb your hair backwards from the ends to the roots with a fine-toothed comb. Before letting go of your hair, spray underneath this layer with some hairspray. It's best to allow your hairspray to set for approximately five to 10 seconds before you release your hair. Then you can gently flip the portion of hair back toward the back of your head. Once you're done teasing, your hair should have quite a bit of volume to it. If you want it to stand up even higher, tease it some more. Don't worry if it looks messy, as you will be combing un-teased hair on top of it. You shouldn't need to use very much hairspray. A quick spray should be fine. Continue teasing your hair section by section. Once the first layer of your bump has been teased, continue using the same method to tease the remaining layers. (You will have one or two more layers, depending on the thickness of your hair.) Remember to keep the front section of your bump separated and un-teased. Keep in mind that the more you tease your hair, the sturdier your bump will be, but your hair will also be knottier. Consider adding in a bump tool. This step is optional, but some people like to create their hair bump with the help of a bump tool. Bump tools are small pieces of plastic that you can place between the teased layers of your hair to add more volume to your bump hairstyle. They are available online and at many retail stores. They come in different sizes to create large and small bumps. To insert the bump tool, simply separate the teased section of your hair into two halves and place the bump tool on your scalp between the two layers, right near the roots of your hair. You may have to wiggle the bump tool a little to help the plastic teeth stick to your hair. Use your fingers to spread out the top section of your teased hair so that it completely covers the bump tool. The bump tool should be hidden by your hair. You can use a comb to lightly comb your hair over the bump tool, and spray a little bit of hairspray to keep everything in place. Your teased hair covering the bump tool doesn't need to look perfect because you are going to cover it with your un-teased portion of hair. Cover the teased hair with smooth hair. Whether you use a bump tool or not, when all of your teased portions of hair are flipped back, flip the smooth, un-teased section of hair over the teased portions. The teased portions of your hair will be poofed up and high. (That is where the bump look comes from.) Use your fingers to evenly spread your hair out, and lightly comb over your hair to smooth everything over. Don't comb over your smooth portion of hair using a lot of pressure, or you may flatten out your voluminous bump. Secure your bump. When you are satisfied with your bump, insert bobby pins at the base of the bump from both the right and left sides to secure it in place. You may want to use two or more bobby pins on each side to make sure your bump doesn't move around. You can use an elastic hair tie to secure the bump, but bobby pins allow your hair to naturally fall down the back of your head, whereas a hair tie will put your hair in a small ponytail. To get more height in your bump, consider pinching the base of the bump, and pushing the bump forward slightly, to give it more height. Your hairstyle can be complete with a bump as is, or you can curl the ends of your hair to give your style a softer look. Create a bump ponytail. This style works great with a bump positioned near the crown of your head, and can be made with longer or shorter hair (as long as you can fit it into a ponytail). When you section your hair to make your bump, separate your hair into two parts: the part of your hair that you're going to tease (to make the bump), and the part of your hair that is going to serve as your ponytail base. Tie the bottom section of your hair, your ponytail base, with a loose ponytail holder. Tease the top section of your hair in small sections from back to front to create your bump, making sure to set each section with hairspray. Gently smooth the bump over, and remove the ponytail holder tying back your bottom section of hair. Hold your ponytail in one hand and add the hair from your bump with your other hand. Use your brush to gently work the bump hair into the ponytail and even everything out. Draw out one piece of hair about ½ an inch thick from the bottom of the gathered hair, and leave it out of the ponytail as you retie your ponytail with the bump hair incorporated. Once your ponytail is secure, wrap the loose piece of hair around the hair tie and secure it in place by tucking it into the hair tie. Use hairspray to gently set your style. Create a braided ponytail with a front bump. This hairstyle puts a unique twist on a regular ponytail, and adds a bit more of an exaggerated bump to your look. First begin by sectioning off the front portion of your hair that will create your front bump. Pin or clip this section of hair out of the way, and pull the rest of your hair into a high ponytail. You can use some gel, shine serum, or hairspray to make sure your ponytail is pulled back sleek and smooth. Use a small section of hair from your ponytail, and wrap it around your hair tie to hide the elastic. Release your front section of hair and hold it up as you tease it. Pinch this section of hair around your crown area, approximately 3 to 5 inches (about 7 to 12 centimeters) back from your hairline. Twist your hair once, and then push it towards the front of your crown. Secure your bump with two crisscrossing bobby pins. Wrap the rest of the bump hair that is hanging out over your ponytail around the elastic hair tie, using a bobby pin to secure it. Brush out your ponytail, and loosely braid your ponytail in a three strand braid. A loose braid will make your ponytail look fuller. Secure the end of the braid with a small, clear elastic, or with one that matches your hair color. Gently pull out your braid strands to make your braid appear even fuller. Finish your look by lightly misting your hair with some hairspray. Create a half up bouffant. This hairstyle is great for channeling vintage movie stars from the 60s. A bouffant creates the look of an exaggerated bump with lots of volume, especially for those with long hair. Create two sections of hair: one from the middle-top of your head to your hairline, and one section behind that, from the middle-top of your head, to the bottom of your crown. Take the bottom section of hair and twist it around itself until you make a twisted bun with that section. Secure the twisted bun with bobby pins or a thin, elastic hair tie. This will act as the base of the bouffant. Separate the front section of hair into smaller portions, and tease each layer (moving from back to front) to create a lot of volume for the bouffant bump. Leave the very last, front portion of hair alone and un-teased, so it can be smoothed over all the teased hair. Flip the teased hair back, over the twisted bun, and use a comb to lightly brush back any flyaway hairs. Flip the un-teased portion of hair over the teased hair, and softly smooth your hair out with a brush. Use your fingernails to gather hair along the sides of your head, and hold the gathered hair in place underneath the twisted bun. Push your hair forward and upward to create a big bouffant. Pinch the hair underneath the bun and use about four to six bobby pins to hold this big bouffant in place. Once in place, gently spray with a little bit of hairspray.
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Brush out your hair. Decide where you want your bump to be. Separate your bump hair section. Create a bump without teasing. Section out your hair for teasing. Start teasing the first section. Continue teasing your hair section by section. Consider adding in a bump tool. Cover the teased hair with smooth hair. Secure your bump. Create a bump ponytail. Create a braided ponytail with a front bump. Create a half up bouffant.
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How to Cat Proof Your Christmas Tree
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To cat proof your Christmas tree, try spraying it with a citrus spray, since cats normally hate the smell of citrus. Before decorating the tree, allow it to sit in the room for a few days so your cat can adjust to having it in the room. Then, choose ornaments that are not shiny, dangly, or sparkly, since these will seem like toys to your cat. Instead, use soft, matte ornaments and use wire hangers to attach them securely to the tree. Additionally, avoid tinsel and ribbons, because they're choking hazards for cats and can cause intestinal blockage if swallowed.
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Consider not decorating the tree initially. The rationale behind this is to provide an adjustment period for the cat, as well as a possible lesson for your cat in leaving the tree alone. Letting the cat adjust to the new tree should help deter the cat from trying to mess with it. Fill a spray bottle with water and hang on to it. It is a good idea to set the tree in place, then let the cat in to investigate but hover in the background with the spray bottle, just in case. If your cat shows any signs of wanting to leap at or on the tree, a light spritz of water on its back and a stern "NO!" will get the point across. Decorate the tree with your cat firmly out of the way. It's hard enough fiddling with trees, decorations, and breakable ornaments without also having felines running up past you and chasing after the objects as you're gingerly hanging them up. Your cat will assume this is a game you intend for it to play, so it's just easiest to keep the cat out of the way until everything has been set up. While decorating, if your cat is about, resist the urge to tease her with decorations as you're adding them. Doing so will only encourage the cat to see the glittery items as toys and things to swat any time it pleases. Choose ornaments less likely to be attractive to your cats. Some ornaments will prove irresistible because they sparkle, glow, dangle, and shimmer. Blander, less shiny or flat matte objects which don't dangle much will have less allure for your cat. Felt, paper, and plain decorations might be the best choice. Avoid anything that dangles a lot, jumps about, or spins. Try plastic ornaments instead of glass, as they are less breakable. Try to find shatter-proof bulbs and ornaments. Twist the wire ornament hook around the branch instead of just hanging from the hook shape provided. Never put catnip stuffed items on the tree. That's just asking your cat to mess with the tree. Consider not having certain decorations at all. Tinsel is potentially hazardous for cats who tend to chew and swallow things they find lying around. Ribbons and other items that dangle from the tree can also be potentially harmful for your cat. Artificial snow is toxic and should not be used when you have pets and small children. Tinsel is not recommended for households with cats; it can cause choking or other internal problems if swallowed, such as intestinal blockage. It is recommended that you don't use real candles on a tree when you have pets. Things can go wrong all too easily with a quick swipe of the paw and the resulting flames. If you like decorating the tree with food, be careful what you add. Chocolate of any kind is toxic for cats and the odor may be tempting to them if hung from the tree. Lots of sweets aren't healthy either. Place decorations that are especially delicate high up on the tree. For ornaments that are more breakable, enticing, or dangerous, try positioning them in the top two-thirds of the tree. Your cat is less likely to reach for higher parts of the tree, which will help to keep these items safe. Some people choose to not even decorate the lower third of the tree at all. That way, there is nothing of interest at the cat's eye level. Some cats cannot help themselves and will climb up high whatever you do. If your cat is like this, then avoid having any delicate or potentially dangerous items on the tree at all. Tinsel, if used at all, should be placed up high as it is likely to be dragged off by a curious cat, and it can be very harmful if ingested, including getting caught in the stomach and intestines. Attach ornaments to the tree securely. Use metal hooks that clamp to the tree so that they cannot be simply pelted or lifted off. Avoid using string, rubber bands, or anything else dangly to attach the ornaments with. When you've attached the decorations, give them a tug to check that they are securely fastened to the tree and don't fall off easily. Hang ornaments by using quality wire ornament hangers. Use a pair of pliers to clamp the hook part around the branch so that it doesn't dangle and cannot be simply pulled off. Use repellant sprays. Spray your Christmas tree with a cat repellant spray that you can purchase at your local pet supply store. This will deter your kitty without leaving a noticeable odor to human noses. Or, you might try a citrus spray, as cats are repelled by citrus odor too. Apple cider vinegar can also be sprayed as a cat repellant. If it's a plastic tree, a small amount of Citronella oil shaken into a bottle of water and misted on to the tree makes it smell unpleasant to the cat, but fresh and citrus-like to you. Spray some pine cones with Citronella and pile them around the base of the tree. Cats do not walk on pine cones! Pine cones also have the same effect in the base of your houseplants. You could also place orange peels under the tree to make your cat less likely to go near it. Cats also dislike the smell of rotten apples, but then you probably won't like that smell much either! Try spraying your tree with a little orange juice. Cats hate the smell of citrus, so orange juice can act as a deterrent. Slices of orange can also be used for decoration. Be careful with electrical wires and lighting. Be sure to tape down excess wire and to make it too hard for the cat to reach the power point or where the cords join. Do not leave any wires dangling – wrap wire around the base of the tree rather than having it dangling anywhere. It can also be helpful to cover exposed wires in wire covers or piping to prevent the cat from chewing them. Cords can also be coated with cat repellant sprays. Just be careful not to spray too much liquid on the electrical cords – a light misting will do. Plug the tree lights into a short indoor extension cord and tape the plug into the socket with electrical tape. Simply unplug the lights from the extension cord to turn them off. Consider using cords that shut off if damaged. Always turn off Christmas tree lights when there is no responsible adult in the room to keep an eye on them. Distract your cat. Place toys the kitty likes in the same room as the tree and place his/her scratching post reasonably near to the tree. These are the cat's things and encourage the cat to use them rather than hang around the tree. Burn your cat's extra energy by engaging in playtime. This will leave the cat with less energy to attack the tree. Keep all of the cat's water, food, and beds in a different room. This will make the cat less tempted by the tree. Choose a safe location for the tree. There should be plenty of room around the tree so that it isn't too near items that are easily climbed by cats. If there are tempting shelves or furniture pieces to act as launch pads for your cat, it will be very likely to jump off them and land on the tree. Keep the tree in a clear space that makes jumping either difficult or unlikely. If possible, select a placement for the tree that allows you to shut the door at night or when nobody is about, in order to keep the cats away from the tree. Obviously, this isn't always possible; but if it is an option, make use of it. You could anchor your tree to the wall for a little extra security. Use a screw and thin wire, so you won't be able to see it. Consider the size of the tree. A small tree will be safer than a larger tree because there is less weight to crash down if your cat decides to climb it and things go horribly wrong. For a kitten, a tabletop tree might be a suitable choice until it grows up and becomes a bit calmer. If the tree is shorter than 6 feet (180cm), you might find it handy to use duct tape to tape the legs of the holder to a piece of wide plywood and put the whole tree on a short but very sturdy table. This keeps the tree above the level of the cat and the cat will likely be less interested. Of course, you still need to ensure that the tree is nowhere near any launching points for an opportunistic jump. Select a strong and unwavering base for holding the tree. Always use caution when selecting a tree base and get one that is guaranteed to stay firmly in place if the tree is knocked over. This is as important for the safety of children as it is for pets. Even an artificial tree should have a firm and solid base. Use a tree skirt to hide all ugly but practical safety fixes at the base of the tree, including electrical items. As well as a solid base, anchor the tree to the wall or ceiling to help prevent it from toppling over should your cat land in the tree or pull on it. Decide whether you want an artificial or real tree. Real Christmas trees are potentially more dangerous to your cat than artificial ones. This is because the needles on a real tree are sharp and can pierce or puncture the skin of an overly curious cat, while the pine needles themselves are irritating to mildly toxic if chewed (depending on the species of tree used). A chewed artificial tree isn't going to be that healthy for your cat to ingest either, so balance the choice of tree type with how you intend to keep the tree safe from your cat. If you do choose a real tree, also choose a water container for the tree that is completely inaccessible to the cat. If your kitty tries to drink from it, there is a risk of poisoning.
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Consider not decorating the tree initially. Decorate the tree with your cat firmly out of the way. Choose ornaments less likely to be attractive to your cats. Consider not having certain decorations at all. Place decorations that are especially delicate high up on the tree. Attach ornaments to the tree securely. Use repellant sprays. Be careful with electrical wires and lighting. Distract your cat. Choose a safe location for the tree. Consider the size of the tree. Select a strong and unwavering base for holding the tree. Decide whether you want an artificial or real tree.
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How to Clean a Harmonica
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To keep your harmonica clean, rinse your mouth with water before you start playing to avoid any food or drink residue getting stuck in the instrument. After you've finished playing, tap the harmonica against your hand or leg to remove loose saliva. If your harmonica has a plastic comb, run it under cold water. To clean your instrument more thoroughly, remove the cover and reed plates with a screwdriver, then soak the reed plates for 30 minutes in a solution of water and vinegar.
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Rinse with lukewarm water. If you have a diatonic harmonica with a plastic comb, simply run some lukewarm water through the harmonica. Placing the mouthpiece against your palm, tap it firmly to remove the water. Only run water through the harmonica if your comb is plastic or sealed wood. If the comb is wooden or metal, do not run water through it. Tap the harmonica after each use. Because a harmonica is played with the mouth, saliva and other contaminants get blown into the instrument by the mouth. After each use, tap the harmonica on your hand, leg, or a towel to knock out any loose saliva. This will help keep it clean and help reduce the amount of build-up in the instrument. Try to be a dry harmonica player. This means you should try to reduce the amount of saliva that you pass into the harmonica while playing. Let your harmonica dry after playing. Another way you can help keep your harmonica clean and rust-free is to let it dry after playing. When you place it in the case, leave the case open. This helps any moisture in the harmonica to dry instead of sitting there damp in your harmonica. Clean your mouth before playing. If you have eaten or drunk anything right before playing, rinse your mouth with water. Remnants of food can get blown into the harmonica, and sugar or other contaminants from non-water beverages can build up a residue in the harmonica. Refrain from playing right after brushing your teeth. Any residue left over from the toothpaste or mouthwash can build up. Don't smoke while playing the harmonica. This can damage the harmonica. Remove the cover plates. Use an appropriate screwdriver to remove the cover plates of the harmonica. Some harmonicas use a Phillips-head screwdriver, while others use a flat head. Make sure to find a screwdriver of the appropriate size. Place the screws in a safe place where they won't be lost. Spray both sides of the cover plates with alcohol and then wipe with a cloth. Remove the reed plates. After removing the cover plates, use the screwdriver to remove the screws attached to the reed plates. Keep the screws in the order from which you remove them so they are placed back in the same hole as before. Soak the reed plates. Place the reed plates into a solution of warm water and vinegar or lemon juice. Let them soak for approximately half an hour. Clean the comb. While the reed plates are soaking, clean the comb. If the comb is plastic, you can clean it with soap and water. Use a soft toothbrush to brush the deposits off the comb. Another option is to spray the comb with alcohol and brush it with a soft brush. You can also use something sharp to dig any build-up off the comb. If you have a wooden comb, do not use water or soap. Just use the brush or the sharp object. If you have a metal comb, make sure to dry it thoroughly before reassembling. Clean the reed plates. Remove the reed plates from the water. Use a soft toothbrush to brush the reed plates. Do not scrub the reed plates with the toothbrush. You want to gently brush the reed plates along the reeds from the rivet down. Don't brush against the reeds or snag the ends of the reeds. This can damage the reeds or mess up the notes of the harmonica. Never brush across the reed. Only brush in the direction of the reed. Clean the other side of the reed plate as vigorously as you want since it has no reeds. Then run it under warm water to rinse. You can also clean the reed plates with a q-tip and hydrogen peroxide. Reassemble. Let all of the harmonica parts completely dry. Then, reassemble the harmonica. Screw the screws back in gradually. Tighten all three of them evenly before you tighten them as far as they can go.
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Rinse with lukewarm water. Tap the harmonica after each use. Let your harmonica dry after playing. Clean your mouth before playing. Remove the cover plates. Remove the reed plates. Soak the reed plates. Clean the comb. Clean the reed plates. Reassemble.
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How to Get Rid of Lice With Orange Juice
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To get rid of your child's lice with orange juice, you will need 1 cup of pure orange juice that is not from concentrate. Have your child stand over a bath, basin or a bowl with a towel wrapped around their shoulders to keep juice from getting on their clothing. Carefully pour the juice over your child's head, massaging it into their hair and scalp with your fingers. After you apply the juice, cover your child's head with a plastic shower cap and leave it on for 30 minutes. When the time is up, shampoo and rinse your child's hair as you normally would. Follow up by combing their hair with a lice comb right away to remove any dead lice or eggs left on their scalp.
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Have your child stand over a bath, basin or bowl. If you have a kitchen sink or shower with a flexible head, then that will be ideal for this process. Wrap a towel around your child's shoulders and either clip it or have him or her hold onto it to keep it in place. This will help prevent any orange juice from getting onto your child's clothing. Pour orange juice over your child's head. You will need to use 1 cup of 100% pure orange juice. Do not use orange juice from concentrate. Carefully pour the orange juice over your child's head. Massage it in with your fingertips, making certain that the orange juice covers all of your child's hair. You can use fresh-squeezed orange juice if you prefer, but make sure that you strain out the pulp. It may be easier to buy some pulp-free orange juice to minimize your work, since this process is already quite intensive. Cover your child's head after applying the orange juice. It is important to leave the orange juice on your child's head and allow it to work. Do not leave your child's head uncovered because it may drip or dry and become sticky in your child's hair. Either wrap your child's head in a cotton towel or cover your child's head with a plastic shower cap or a swimmer's cap. Leave the orange juice on your child's head for 30 minutes Shampoo and rinse as usual. After 30 minutes have passed, take the towel or shower cap off of your child's head and shampoo and rinse your child's hair as usual. After you have shampooed and rinsed your child's hair, you should follow up by combing with a lice comb right away. Doing so will help to remove any dead lice left in the hair as well as any eggs left on your child's scalp. Comb the lice out of your child's hair every day. Use a lice comb to comb out the nits, nymphs, and adult lice in your child's hair. Use a fine-toothed lice comb (available in most pharmacies and department stores) to comb out your child's hair. Repeat the combing process after using orange juice on your child's hair and then comb your child's hair again either in the morning or the evening. You will need to do this for about 3 weeks to ensure that the lice are all gone. Work under a good light so you can see what you are doing. Lice try to avoid light, but the light can help you see them. Wet your child's hair with some warm water and conditioner. Wet combing has been shown to make it easier to spot lice in a child's hair. You may want to keep a spray bottle on hand to moisten your child's hair if it starts to dry. Using conditioner will help you comb through all the tangles. Use enough to coat the strands and the roots of your child's hair. As an alternative to conditioner, you can use olive oil. Use enough to coat your child's hair from the roots to the ends. Divide your child's hair into small sections. To make it easier to comb through all of your child's hair, it may help to divide it into several smaller sections. Use hair clips to put up some of your child's hair and then take the hair down one section at a time. Comb each section from root to ends. Remember, the nits can be found near the base of the hair at the scalp and the adults will be present throughout the hair and scalp. You may find it useful to use a magnifying glass if you have trouble seeing the lice. Make sure that you rinse the comb often under running hot water as you comb your child's hair. Wash your child's hair. Once you have completely combed your child's hair, shampoo and rinse your child's hair. You can repeat this process right away if you like, but you may only want to comb your child's hair once in the morning and evening, since it is very time consuming. Make sure you wash all the towels you use and sterilize the lice comb. After you have finished combing your child's hair, immediately soak the lice comb and wash the towels. You can soak the comb in a 10% bleach solution or 2% Lysol solution for 30 minutes and then rinse it well. Wash the towels on the hot setting with detergent and then dry on high for at least 20 minutes. As an alternative, you can soak the combs in vinegar for 30 minutes or boil in water for 10 minutes. Try the suffocation method. Coat hair from roots to ends with some almond oil or olive oil. Cover your child's hair a towel or shower cap and leave the oil on for at least 1-2 hours. Then, completely comb out the hair, shampoo, and rinse. Repeat this process every day for 3 weeks. Before using oil, test the oil on a small area of your child's skin to make sure your child is not sensitive to it. (Place a drop or two of the oil on your child's forearm and wait about 30-60 minutes, then rinse off. If there is no reaction such as redness or itching, you can use that oil). Vaseline and mayonnaise are not recommended by most experts because they are messy and can be difficult to wash out. Kill the lice with essential oils. There have been a number of studies showing that some natural products, including those using tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil, neem oil and lavender oil can be just as effective as OTC products and prescription medications. Before you try any essential oil, put a small drop on the back of your child's hand. It is relatively rare, but some children do have allergic reactions to essential oils. Leave the oil on for 30 minutes to an hour and rinse off. If there is no redness or itching, you can use the oil. If there is any reaction, try again with another oil. Mix 2 ounces of olive or almond oil with 15-20 drops of the essential oil. Apply this mixture to the scalp and work it through the hair. Leave on overnight, these oils generally take about 12 hours to completely kill the nits (eggs), nymphs (young) and adults. Comb out and shampoo, rinse and repeat. Try one of these essential oils: Tea Tree Oil Lavender oil Neem oil Clove oil Nutmeg oil Wash bedding and clothing. Wash all (everyone's) bedding, clothing, hats, jackets, stuffed animals and other items that may have been exposed to the infested person during the two days before treatment. Wash these items using hot water (should be at least 130°F) and the high heat drying cycle. For anything that cannot be machine washed, have it dry-cleaned. Just make sure that you check first with the dry cleaner and explain that it may have lice on it, so that they can take extra precautions. Bag items that can't be washed. If you have items that cannot be washed or dry-cleaned, it is recommended you place them in sealed plastic bags, keeping them sealed for two weeks. This is not always necessary, but this precaution may help ensure you kill every last head lice and nit. Vacuum all living areas every day. Lice may have gotten onto cloth furniture surfaces or they might still be living on hairs that have fallen onto these surfaces, so make sure to vacuum daily to prevent the lice from finding a host again. Vacuum your home thoroughly, especially any surface that may have have made contact with your child's head. Areas that you should be sure to vacuum include: Carpets Mattresses Upholstery Soak hair tools, ties, and barrettes in very hot water. Use very hot water (at least 130°F or 54.4°C) to soak all of your hair tools and other hair items. Let them sit in the solution for about 10 minutes. This should kill the lice on these items. You can also use isopropyl alcohol to soak these items. Another option is to dispose of the infested hair tools and go out and buy new ones. Make sure that each child has his or her own personal comb and/or brush. Warn your child not to share any hats, headwear, or sporting equipment with other children. If your child is involved in any sport or playtime activity, make sure they have their own gear or equipment. Make sure they can keep track of it as well. At the pool or gym, make sure your child has their own towels and other personal items. Make sure your child understands that they can share toys, but they should NOT share combs, brushes, hats, scarves or hair accessories
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Have your child stand over a bath, basin or bowl. Pour orange juice over your child's head. Cover your child's head after applying the orange juice. Shampoo and rinse as usual. Comb the lice out of your child's hair every day. Wet your child's hair with some warm water and conditioner. Divide your child's hair into small sections. Wash your child's hair. Make sure you wash all the towels you use and sterilize the lice comb. Try the suffocation method. Kill the lice with essential oils. Wash bedding and clothing. Bag items that can't be washed. Vacuum all living areas every day. Soak hair tools, ties, and barrettes in very hot water. Warn your child not to share any hats, headwear, or sporting equipment with other children.
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How to Have Healthy Hair
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If you want to have healthy hair, make sure to wash it 3 to 4 times a week, since washing it more often can dry it out. Additionally, opt to use products that are less harsh on your hair, such as a sulfate-free shampoo and a conditioner made with aloe, coconut oil, shea butter, and other pure substances. After you wash your hair, dry it gently by patting it with a towel, rather than wringing it out, to prevent further damage. You should also use a comb, rather than a brush, on wet hair, since a brush can cause breakage. To help damaged hair, consider making a homemade treatment from egg yolk and olive oil, vinegar, or plain yogurt.
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Change your washing routine. Do you wash your hair every single day? This can really dry it out, since you're washing away the oils your scalp produces to keep your hair shiny and healthy. Washing every day can also lead to oily hair, since stripping your hair of its oils causes your oil glands to go into overdrive. Try this routine instead: Wash your hair just two or three times a week. If you feel like your hair is getting dirty between washes, you can apply a dry shampoo on the days that you don't wash your hair. Just apply a small amount to your roots and then rub it throughout your hair to the ends. Rinse out your conditioner with cold water. Hot water is hard on your hair and can lead to split ends and frizz. Rinsing out your conditioner with cold water seals the cuticle, resulting in shiny, bouncy hair. Handle your hair gently. Think of your hair like your best silk dress. After hand washing it, would you ball it up and wring it out? No, that would destroy its shape and fibers. Your hair is similarly fragile and needs to be treated with care to stay healthy. After washing your hair, gently pat it dry with a towel instead of wringing it out. Let it finish air drying. Use a comb instead of a brush. Forcing a brush through tangled hair can cause it to rip and break. Use a wide-toothed comb to gently work through the tangles from bottom to top to prevent breakage. Use heat styling devices sparingly. Put away your hair dryer, straightener, curling iron, and hot rollers unless you have a special occasion at hand. Applying heat to your hair can damage it, so it's best to let your hair air dry instead. If you want to use the blow dryer sometimes, use it on a cool setting. When you do use heat styling devices, be sure to put a protective serum in your hair beforehand. Use homemade treatments. Try an egg yolk and olive mask, a vinegar rinse, or put plain yogurt or sour cream on your locks. Search online for instructions. Use egg oil (Eyova): Egg oil contains Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and cholesterol, and is like a complete solution to hair problems like hair loss, grey hair, and frizzy hair. Use natural hair care products. Commercial hair care products promise great results, but they often contain ingredients that can dry out your hair and leave it looking limp and dull. You'll probably notice a difference right away if you switch to products made with herbs, oils, and creams made that nourish hair. Most shampoos are made with strong cleansers called sulfates that strip the natural oils from your hair and cause it to get frizzy and frayed. Choose a natural, sulfate-free shampoo made with cleansing herbs and oils instead. Check out a natural foods store for options. Try using no shampoo at all for the least amount of chemicals. Conditioners made with aloe, coconut oil, shea butter and other pure substances add moisture to your hair and keep it looking healthy and fresh. Avoid using styling products that contain a lot of chemicals with names you can barely pronounce. You can make your own hair gel and hairspray instead of using the store-bought kind. Try to stay away from dyes and other permanent treatments. The chemicals in dye, bleach, Brazilian blowouts, chemical straighteners, and chemical curlers can do a lot of damage if you use them too often. Give your hair oil treatments. To restore your hair's softness and shine, apply oil to your roots, shaft and especially tips a couple times a week. You can use oil in place of conditioner or after your hair is already dry. Once every few weeks, give yourself a deep conditioning treatment as follows: Massage olive oil or almond oil into your hair. Cover your hair with a shower cap or plastic wrap. Let the oil sit in your hair for 2 hours or overnight. Rinse it out with cool water until the water runs clear, then shampoo and condition as normal. Avoid using products with coconut oil. Unlike other oils, it can lead to protein buildup on hair follicles, which causes hair to become drier and more brittle. Make an aloe hair mask. This will help your hair to look shiny; it also improves hair health. Use it twice weekly. Grab an aloe leaf and peel off the outer, to reach the transparent gel. Apply the aloe gel all over your hair, Leave in for 10 to 15 minutes. Wash the aloe out with water. Eat nutrients that nourish your hair. A well-balanced diet with plenty of protein, vitamin B, iron, and omega-3s helps your hair stay as thick and healthy as possible. Vitamin B keeps hair thick and strong. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables and nuts to get enough vitamin B. Eat beef, chicken, pork, fish and leafy greens like kale and spinach to get iron and protein. Salmon, walnuts, and avocados are excellent sources of omega-3s, which help your hair stay shiny and healthy. You can supplement your diet with vitamins designed to make hair stronger. Try prenatal vitamins, which contain a mix of ingredients that lead to great hair, nails, and skin. Protect your hair from the elements. Just as you would protect your skin from sun, wind, and cold temperatures, you need to protect your hair as well. If you don't, it will dry out and become brittle over time. When the sun is strong, wear a hat or scarf over your hair to protect it from getting too fried. Don't go outside during the winter with wet hair. When your hair freezes it can get brittle and frayed. You should also protect your hair from chemicals. Don't expose your hair to chlorine too often. When you go swimming, wear a swim cap. Get your hair trimmed often. This is an important step for keeping your hair healthy. You should get a trim every 6 weeks, or as soon as your ends begin to split. Keeping your hair trimmed will make sure the ends don't split very far up the shaft. Your hair will be less likely to break, and it will look healthy and full of life.
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Change your washing routine. Handle your hair gently. Use heat styling devices sparingly. Use homemade treatments. Use egg oil (Eyova): Use natural hair care products. Try to stay away from dyes and other permanent treatments. Give your hair oil treatments. Make an aloe hair mask. Eat nutrients that nourish your hair. Protect your hair from the elements. Get your hair trimmed often.
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How to Turn Your Hobby Into Your Career
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Deciding to turn your hobby into a career is super exciting, and with dedication and some careful planning, you can make it happen. First off, make sure you've developed some expertise in your hobby. This just means practicing your hobby as much as possible and always looking for opportunities to learn more. You should also make sure you've got some money saved up as a cushion for when you make the leap. Keep in mind that it can take a while to start making money from your hobby, so it's important that you can financially support yourself for a while. Develop a business plan and consider making your hobby a side-hustle for a little while until you're making enough money to leave your current career. Gradually increase how much time you're spending on your hobby so you start making more money, and eventually you'll feel comfortable enough to leave your job and take the plunge!
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Choose a hobby you’re passionate about. If you have more than one hobby, you will have a choice of which one you turn into a career. Think about which hobby really animates and excites you. Pursue a path to professionalism in that hobby. For instance, suppose you have several hobbies such as stamp collecting, carving wooden figurines, and building model rockets. Identify your favorite hobby by making a set of sentences in the form of “I like [one of your hobbies], but I like [another hobby you prefer over the first hobby] more.” Go through your entire set of hobbies using this “hobby playoff” system, pitting each against the others until you've identified the hobby which most excites you. Popular hobbies that could become careers include musician, writer, actor, and artist. Technical hobbies that could become careers include ham radio operator, TV repair technician, and computer repair specialist. Obtain some expertise. Even if you're passionate about your hobby, sometimes you need special training to ensure you can meet your full potential when you make that hobby your career. This special training depends on what sort of hobby you're interested in. If you're interested in music, for instance, it might simply be an internship or apprenticeship at a record label. If your hobby is making art, you might want to take some art classes at a local art institute or university to refine your craft. If your hobby is rebuilding motorcycles, you might need to take a few classes at a technical or trade school to learn more about mechanics. On the other hand, maybe all you need to do is spend more time with friends and colleagues who are also interested in the trade in order to get some pointers and feedback on how to perfect certain techniques or trade secrets within your hobby. Consider your priorities. Turning your hobby into a career can be a rewarding experience. But the transition also means that you'll be losing opportunities for advancement in your current career (if you have one). It also means that you won't be able to turn to that hobby in order to relax or unwind, because it will be your job. Finally, a new hobby-based career might mean a decline in your income, and might not be appropriate if you have significant financial obligations. Keep your expectations low. Even if you head into your new career with lots of optimism and passion, it might not be as great as it first seems. You might struggle for years to get your new operation off the ground. Prepare for long hours and six or seven-day workweeks. If your career switch doesn't work out, don't be afraid to give up and go back to what you did before (or something else entirely). There is no shame in admitting your career switch didn't work out. Create a budget. Cut your spending before you make the leap. By saving money you'll be better equipped to make up for potential shortfalls you might face as you transition your hobby into a career. Cutting down on spending will also give you a sense of what kind of lifestyle adjustments you might need to get used to when switching from one career to another. If you don't feel like you will be able to live comfortably at your new income level, think about ways to either streamline your work process, or find another hobby you could turn into a career. Create products that promote or enable your hobby. For instance, if you love reading, you could create a line of T-shirts that read “I love reading” or “Books are cool.” If you love music, create a special rack to help organize your LPs better. Since you're already an enthusiast, you should already have some idea as to what sorts of products other hobbyists would be interested in (and which they wouldn't be interested in). Talk to friends who share your hobby and bounce ideas off of them to see if they and/or others they know would be interested in your product idea. For instance, if reading is a hobby of yours, you might ask a fellow hobbyist, “Would you be interested in a shirt that reads 'Books are cool'? Do you think anyone else who shares our hobby would be interested in such a product?” Help others in your hobby learn the business. If your previous or current career involved doing business – accounting, marketing, or some related field – you could use that experience to help others who are also pursuing a career in your hobby to run their own business more effectively. Or, instead of teaching them how to do it themselves, you could offer your services to someone working within your hobby field who is looking for an accountant, communications specialist, or a related professional position. In this way, you could make a living by consulting in your hobby-field. For instance, if you are a professional event planner, you could approach an up-and-coming artist and offer to help them host a gallery of their work. If you own a delivery service and your hobby is baking, you could offer to deliver cupcakes or other baked goods for a local bakery. If you are a graphic designer but you love playing music, you could shop your artistic talents to bands you love and offer to draft album art or fliers for their shows. Write or speak about your hobby. If you have a lot of experience and information about your hobby, you may have arrived at some deep truths that others might benefit from understanding. For example, if your hobby is repair old cars, you might be able to write or speak in a compelling way about the virtues of patience, or how repairing cars taught you to consider multiple possibilities when trying to solve a problem. Others, even those who have no interest in car repair in itself, might be interested in hearing how you came to these realizations and think about how they could incorporate your insights into their own lives. One low-cost way to reach a large audience for your speaking is to create videos and post them online to a platform like Vimeo or YouTube. In addition, you might be able to write for other hobbyists who want to deepen and extend their knowledge of the hobby. Contact trade magazines and organizations associated with your hobby and inquire if they could use someone like you to write articles or present at upcoming conferences. Write to the editor of publications related to your hobby and introduce yourself. Include information about your qualifications. Ask, “Would it be possible for me to write for your publication?” If you're interested in presenting a talk at a hobbyists' conference, contact the organizers of the conference and provide information about your qualifications to speak. Ask the organizers, “How can I schedule a talk at the upcoming conference?” Learn how to repair objects associated with your hobby. Many hobbies have some sort of machinery or some device associated with the hobby. For example, ham radio operators have extensive radio sets. Bikes have customizable seats, front and rear lights, and handlebars. If you know how to repair or refurbish the components of the gadgetry associated with your hobby, you could market your services in order to build a viable career. Other hobby-related devices that might need repair include computer parts, video game consoles, guitars, guitar amplifiers, and fishing rods. Identify avenues for sales. There are a variety of ways to make money doing what you love. You could offer arts and crafts you've made online at sites like Etsy. You should also consider having a physical presence. If you're not ready or unwilling to open an actual store, you should at least look for festivals, conventions, or expos where you could sell your services. For instance, if your hobby is photography, you might be able to set up at photography conventions and offer on-the-spot framing services. If you want to make your rock band a career, you might be able to enter a battle of the bands contest in your area. Alternately, you might be able to set up a generator at large music festivals and play for anyone interested in hearing you. Set clear prices. Be willing to negotiate, but be honest about how much you will or will not accept for your product or service. Talk to others in your field to get some idea as to how much you think you should charge for the services in your new career. Ask others who have turned your hobby into a career how much they charged when they first began, and how much you should charge when you're beginning. For instance, if you want to change your love of nature from a hobby into a career by offering guided nature walks, you could contact others who offer a similar service. Ask the former hobbyist, “How much did you charge for your services when you first made the jump from doing nature walks as a hobby to guiding others on nature walks as a career? How much do you think I should charge for my own service?” Request time off work to test the feasibility of your new career. There are always a few hiccups whenever you start a new career, but you should have some idea after a week or so as to whether or not you'd be able to maintain the level of work necessary to make it in the modern economy. Use this time to see if you are able to stick to your schedule, remain self-directed and focused, and work with enough efficiency to make your new career worth it. Making a career of your hobby means producing goods or services at a higher rate than you did when it was just something you did for fun. For instance, just because you enjoy making jewelry for friends doesn't mean you'll be able to produce jewelry in a timely manner for multiple clients all over the country. Use the time you take off work to determine if you'll be able to sustain yourself in new career. Devise a business plan. A business plan is a roadmap for your success. Your business plan should include lots of research pertaining to how the current market for your future career looks. Your business plan should include a mission statement describing what your business does on a day-to-day basis, as well as a larger, more overarching vision statement that outlines your long-term goals and objectives. A comprehensive business plan will answer the following questions, among others: Is there stiff competition in the field you intend to enter? Does your business offer consumers something different or new that can't be obtained from other similar businesses in the field? How will you fund your business? What are the milestones for your business? How much do you expect to earn in your first quarter? First year? Second, third, or fourth years? Slowly increase commitments in your new career. After you've taken a week or so to get your feet wet in your potential new career, try to do it part-time for a longer period while still working your regular gig. This will give you time to perfect your wares (or services) and build a client base. You'll also be able to iron out any kinks that might emerge in the course of developing your new career talents. After you've settled into a pattern, continue to increase commitment to your new career while decreasing your work-hours at your present career. Get the word out. Tell family and friends to support your business, and promote your work among others who might be interested. Promote yourself on social media and contract with a web developer to help you build a great website. If you have the budget for it, think about taking some ads out in the local paper or printing some fliers and hanging them around town in high-visibility locations. Depending on the career path you've chosen, you might want to invest more money into advertising as you grow your career. If you want to share information about your new carpentry business with family and friends, say, “I am trying to get my new business off the ground. Do you know anyone interested in my wooden products or my woodcarving services?” Stick to it. When you first begin turning your hobby into a career, you might feel that doing so is an unattainable dream. But a little perseverance goes a long way. Set a schedule that devotes at least some time each day to your hobby. Start by spending at least 15 minutes per day on your hobby/career. Slowly increase the amount of time you spend on your hobby until you're devoting enough time to it (and making enough money at it) that you can settle into a regular work rhythm. Continue to innovate. Even if you manage to turn your hobby into a career, it's a constant struggle to keep your product or service competitive. Think about new products you can offer, new services you can provide, and new ways to improve or enhance your existing products. For instance, instead of just offering whole pizzas at your pizzeria, offer pizza by the slice, pizza with a drink and fries as a combo, or rolled-up slices of pizza. Check other local pizzerias to see what sorts of pizza products they offer – then create something even better. If the hobby you turned into a career is crafting small dolls, expand the line of dolls you have available. Try making dolls shaped like ducks, cats, pigs, and dogs. Create historical dolls from the Renaissance, or dolls dressed in the traditional garb of various nations around the world like Japan or France. Consult with your business partners frequently in order to figure out ways to keep your career afloat. Customer feedback is also invaluable for identifying new product-creation opportunities. Ask both customers and business partners, “Do you have any ideas for new products that we should think about introducing?” Encourage feedback. As you transition your hobby into a career, solicit feedback from friends, family, and – most important of all – customers. Listen to what they think about your products and services. Find out what products or services they wish you had. Respond to their advice and suggestions by tweaking existing products and adding new ones to meet consumer demands. Ask your business partners what their views are, too. Regularly ask them, “How do you think our business is doing? Do you see any areas where we could improve? Please, speak frankly.” Listen carefully to their answers and come to a decision that you all agree with. While it's important to respond to consumer demands and market changes, it's also important that you stay true to yourself and your brand. Don't try to fit your service or product into every small change in trends and styles.
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Choose a hobby you’re passionate about. Obtain some expertise. Consider your priorities. Create a budget. Create products that promote or enable your hobby. Help others in your hobby learn the business. Write or speak about your hobby. Learn how to repair objects associated with your hobby. Identify avenues for sales. Set clear prices. Request time off work to test the feasibility of your new career. Devise a business plan. Slowly increase commitments in your new career. Get the word out. Stick to it. Continue to innovate. Encourage feedback.
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How to Know If Menstrual Periods Have Stopped
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Your menstrual periods can stop for a variety of reasons, including medical and natural ones. If you're taking contraceptives, skipping the inactive placebo pills can cause you to miss your period. Some newer pills can also cause a lighter or no period at all. Another reason why your period may have stopped is if your lifestyle has recently changed. For example, if you've upped your exercise routine or are under a lot of stress, you may miss a period. Eating disorders, like anorexia and bulimia, can also lead to a shift in hormone levels and the loss of your period.
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Evaluate the contraceptives you're taking. If you missed a period while on birth control pills, your period may be irregular or absent longterm depending on how you use the medication and your body's reaction to it. Oral contraceptives typically come in 21 day packs with 7 days worth of inactive placebo pills. While taking these pills, you should have your period. If you skip the placebo pills and go straight into the next pack, you will probably miss your period. Some newer pills come with 24 days of active pills. This usually causes a lighter withdrawal bleed or sometimes no bleeding at all. Some pills come in extended cycle regimens, meaning you take pills continuously for one year without having your period. If these are the pills you are on, you can assume your menstrual periods have stopped and will not resume until you cease use of the medication. However, many women experience occasional breakthrough bleeding or brown discharge even when taking birth control properly. Do not be alarmed if you occasionally bleed while on birth control as it's likely a side effect of the medication. If it's persistent, however, you may want to consult your gynecologist to rule out other causes and consider switching to a different kind of birth control. Even if you're on a 21 day pack and do not skip the placebo pills, you may occasionally miss a period while on birth control. If you do not have symptoms of pregnancy and have taken all the pills as scheduled, this is probably just an effect of the medication. There are few health risks associated with occasionally skipping the placebo pills while taking 21-day birth control and many women do so to skip their periods in anticipation of big events. However, you should not skip the placebo pills every month. If you're interested in eliminating your period through birth control, talk to your doctor about switching to a continuous cycle brand. If you get the go-ahead from your physician, you may also choose to continue taking the 21- or 24- day birth control and skip the placebo pills, as this can be less expensive than the branded pills designed for use this way. If you're using an intrauterine device (IUD) your menstrual period may stop after a few months of use. Go over any recent lifestyle changes. Sometimes, changes in lifestyle can cause you to miss a period. This does not usually mean menstruation has stopped longterm. Have you upped your exercise routine lately? If you're participating in a more rigorous workout routine, this could change the hormone levels responsible for your menstrual cycle and cause a period to be delayed or missed altogether. Low body fat, stress, and high energy expenditure can all result in missed periods. Your menstrual cycle will probably return to normal the next month, but see a doctor if you continue to miss periods after adjusting to a new routine. Stress can change the functioning of your hypothalamus, which is the area of your brain that regulates the hormones behind menstruation. If you've been under undue stress lately due to big lifestyle changes like moving or changing jobs, you may miss your period. This will not be a longterm change but you should talk to a doctor or therapist about better managing stress if you frequently miss periods due to stress. Get tested for hormonal imbalances. A variety of hormone imbalances can cause menstruation to stop longterm. You should see a doctor if your period has stopped unexpectedly to see if you have a hormone imbalance that needs treatment with medication. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) causes high levels of particular hormones rather than the normal fluctuating hormonal levels of the menstrual cycle. If you have PCOS, your periods might be occasionally irregular but they will not stop longterm until you enter menopause. If your thyroid gland is overactive or underactive, menstruation can be irregular until thyroid levels are stabilized by the use of medication. If you're diagnosed with a thyroid condition, your period will not be stopped longterm. Noncancerous tumors sometimes pop up in people's pituitary glands that need removal as they can disrupt hormone levels and stop menstruation. Once the problem is corrected, your periods should resume as normal. See a doctor to rule out structural problems. Sometimes, problems with sexual organs result in menstruation stopping. Depending on the problem, this may or may not be longterm. Uterine scarring, a condition where scar tissue builds up along the lining of the uterus, can prevent menstruation by preventing the normal uterine shedding associated with your period. Depending on the severity of the scarring, this may eliminate periods or simply cause them to be irregular. A lack of reproductive organs, which sometimes happens during fetal development, can result in a woman being born without certain body parts. Depending on which parts are missing, menstruation may stop longterm. Any structural abnormality of the vagina can stop menstruation by preventing visible vaginal bleeding during menstruation. However, this does not mean you are not ovulating or that menstruation itself has stopped. Talk to a doctor about your menstrual cycle if you have a vagina abnormality. Understand the effect of certain psychiatric disorders. Eating disorders, like anorexia and bulimia, can stop your menstrual period as hormone levels are affected by long term malnutrition. Anorexia is marked by a prolonged period of not eating or eating in very small amounts, while bulimia is usually marked by binge eating and then purging the calories via induced vomiting or the consumption of laxatives. Amenorrhea, the absence of menstruation, is a diagnostic criteria for anorexia. However, bulimic patients only about half miss their period. If you believe you may be suffering from an eating disorder, seek medical help immediately as eating disorders can be life threatening. Understand the basics of menopause. In order to figure out if you are experiencing menopause, you need to understand the basic biological processes that underlie menopause. Menopause is the point at which your menstrual periods will stop for good. The ovaries stop producing the hormones estrogen and progesterone. The years leading up to your last period, where you may experience common symptoms like hot flashes, are often mistakenly referred to as menopause. However, this is actually a menopausal transition known as perimenopause. Usually, women experience menopause between the ages of 40 and 55, the average age being 51. You may experience premature menopause, however, especially if you've had surgeries to remove certain reproductive organs. Menopause is a natural bodily process that does not require medical treatment. However, many women benefit from hormonal replacement during the perimenopause transition. Talk to your doctor if this is something you feel would help you with the physical and emotional toll of menopause. Track how long it has been since your last menstrual cycle. Depending on how long it's been since your last cycle, you may not yet be experiencing menopause. If that's the case you may have another menstrual period at some point before your cycle completely stops. Irregular periods are common during premenopause. A few missed periods in a row may not be menopause itself, so check with your doctor if you've missed only a few periods in a row. You want to rule out other potential health problems, such as cancer, before assuming you're entering menopause. It's a good idea to monitor your monthly cycle so you know when your period is late. You should get in the habit of tracking your cycle as you reach your early 40s as menopause can start during this time. A simple dot on a calendar can be a good indicator of when your period began. If your menstrual period has been absent for a year, you are in menopause. Your period will not return. If, after a year, you suddenly experience bleeding, contact your doctor immediately. This is postmenopausal bleeding and needs to be evaluated as soon as possible. Keep track of other symptoms. Keep track of any symptoms you have to gauge how long you've been experiencing premenopausal symptoms. Knowing that you've gone through premenopause already can help you detect menopause itself. Hot flashes are common during premenopause. These are sudden feelings of heat in the upper part of your body. Red blotches may appear on your skin and arms. During premenopause, your feelings about sex may change. Women become more or less interested in sex due to hormonal changes. Sex may become uncomfortable, however, due to the vaginal dryness some women experience during menopause. Vaginal infections and urinary tract infections may become more prevalent in the years leading up to menopause. Difficulty sleeping, mood swings, difficulty focusing, and weight gain around the midsection are other symptoms of menopause. Take a pregnancy test. During pregnancy, women do not menstruate. While you may experience some light spotting, you will not have your period during the course of pregnancy. If your period has suddenly stopped, pregnancy may be the cause. Many home pregnancy tests are accurate on the first day of a missed period. For most tests, you immerse a small stick in urine and wait several minutes for results. A plus sign, changed colors, or the word "pregnant" indicate pregnancy depending on the test. Home pregnancy tests are generally very accurate. Most are about 99% accurate, but some tests are not as good as detecting pregnancy as they claim. It might be a good idea to take two different tests to assure accuracy. It's important to see a doctor as soon as possible to confirm your pregnancy with a blood test. Consider the effects of breastfeeding. Usually, after pregnancy menstruation returns. However, if you're breastfeeding you may not return to regular periods immediately. Breastfeeding regularly can delay the return of your periods for the first months after pregnancy. If menstruation is delayed longer, however, you should talk to your doctor to rule out other causes. Understand menstruation may be irregular after pregnancy. Your period may take awhile to return to normal after a pregnancy. This does not mean menstruation has stopped longterm. Usually, once you cease breastfeeding you'll begin spotting lightly. Your menstrual cycle should return to normal within the first few months after you start spotting. You may have unusually large blood clots during your first periods after pregnancy. This is usually not a concern, but if you have heavy bleeding and blood clots for a week or more consult a doctor. Remember, even if you don't physically notice signs of menstruation you may still be fertile even shortly after pregnancy. Make sure to use contraception if you want to prevent another pregnancy, even if you're not visibly menstruating.
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Evaluate the contraceptives you're taking. Go over any recent lifestyle changes. Get tested for hormonal imbalances. See a doctor to rule out structural problems. Understand the effect of certain psychiatric disorders. Understand the basics of menopause. Track how long it has been since your last menstrual cycle. Keep track of other symptoms. Take a pregnancy test. Consider the effects of breastfeeding. Understand menstruation may be irregular after pregnancy.
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How to Make Au Jus
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To make au jus, start by heating some roast beef drippings in a pan over medium-high heat. Then, whisk in some flour and any liquids you want to add for flavor, like red wine, soy sauce, or Worcestershire sauce. Next, use a wooden spoon to loosen the cooked bits at the bottom of the pan, which will add more flavor to your au jus. Finally, add beef broth and let the mixture boil for 5 minutes.
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Preheat your oven to 350 °F (177 °C) and place your roast in a roasting pan. The oven should take around 10 minutes to fully preheat. If you want the juice to have some extra flavor, season your roast with a little bit of salt and pepper. You can add even more flavoring by covering your roast with garlic or a mustard marinade. However, don't feel like you have to do this; your drippings will still be flavorful if you don't season the roast at all. Place the roasting pan in the oven and cook the roast for 2 hours. Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature of the roast after about an hour and a half. If the thermometer reads 130 °F (54 °C), go ahead and take the roast out of the oven early. If the temperature reaches 130 °F (54 °C) before 2 hours have passed, taking the roast out early will prevent it from becoming overcooked. However, don't check the temperature too often, since this will lead to too much heat coming out of the oven. Remove the pan from the oven and place the meat on a cutting board. Wrap the meat in tin foil to keep it warm if you plan to use it later. Be sure to leave all of the drippings that have come out of the roast in the roasting pan when you remove the meat. The meat will come in handy later if you decide to make beef sandwiches to dip in your au jus. Place the roasting pan with the drippings over medium high heat. Medium high heat on a stovetop dial is about halfway between the middle number and the highest number. For example, on a dial that goes from 1 (low) to 10 (high), the medium high heat setting is between 7 and 8. If your stovetop dial goes from 1 to 6, medium high heat is around 4. Whisk in flour and your desired seasonings into the juice. Add 1.5 tablespoons (12 grams) of flour for every 0.25 cups (59 mL) of roast drippings in the roasting pan. Mix in the flour around 0.5 tablespoons (4 grams) at a time. You most likely will only have about 0.25 cups (59 mL) of drippings in your roasting pan. However, if you happen to have more, you can use the ratio above to determine how much flour you should add. Popular seasonings to add to the juice at this point include Worcestershire sauce, red wine, soy sauce, or just salt and pepper. Use a wooden spoon to loosen the cooked bits on the bottom of the pan. The act of scraping up the brown bits on the bottom of the pan and mixing them into the juice is called “deglazing” the pan. These bits are where most of the flavor is, so it's very important that you thoroughly scrape the pan bottom! You can also use a non-abrasive whisk to deglaze the pan. Refrain from using a metallic whisk to do this if your roasting pan is also metallic, as this may scratch the bottom of the pan. Pour 2 cups (470 mL) of beef broth into the mix and bring it to a simmer. Pour the broth in very slowly to avoid having the hot juices splashing out of the pan. Increase the heat to high after you add the beef broth to get the mixture to simmer. Try not to use cubed beef bouillon for this step, since it tends to make the au jus too salty. Let the mix boil for 5 minutes, then add salt if needed and serve. After 5 minutes, the mixture should be reduced by about half and will be noticeably thicker. Taste a small amount of the mix on your wooden spoon (after allowing it to cool, of course!) to see if it needs any salt. Finally, serve your au jus in a small bowl with the main meal. You can also add some pepper to the au jus at this point if you feel it needs it. Store any leftover au jus in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer. To reuse the au jus, simply scrape off any fat that has floated to the top in the refrigerator and heat up the rest of the au jus in the microwave for about 30 seconds. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for around 2 days, but will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Preheat your oven to 350 °F (177 °C) and place your roast in a roasting pan. Place the roasting pan in the oven and cook the roast for 2 hours. Remove the pan from the oven and place the meat on a cutting board. Place the roasting pan with the drippings over medium high heat. Whisk in flour and your desired seasonings into the juice. Use a wooden spoon to loosen the cooked bits on the bottom of the pan. Pour 2 cups (470 mL) of beef broth into the mix and bring it to a simmer. Let the mix boil for 5 minutes, then add salt if needed and serve. Store any leftover au jus in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
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How to React to an Ugly Baby
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It can be uncomfortable when you think someone's baby is ugly, but there are a few tactful things you can say to avoid an awkward encounter. The easiest thing to do is not say anything at all. Simply smile at the baby and the parents and then move the conversation along. If this isn't possible, redirect the conversation to the parents. You could ask how the mom is feeling, how the baby has changed their lives, or what they like most about being new parents. Parents are used to their child being the center of attention, so they might actually enjoy talking about themselves for a change. While you may not want to compliment the baby's appearance, you can comment on other things. For instance, you could say, “Oh he's such a happy baby!” or “That outfit is precious! Did you pick it out?”
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Don't say anything at all. If you think you might say something mean, it may be best just to not say anything at all. Just smile at the baby and the parents and then move the conversation along, if possible. Have small talk ready. If you know you're going to see an ugly baby, then prepare yourself ahead of time. Have questions ready to go about the baby. You could ask about milestones, for instance. You could say, "Is she smiling yet?" Focus on the parents. One of the best ways to avoid having to make comments about the baby is to ask about the parents. Maintain eye contact with the parents and ask how the mom is feeling, how having a baby has changed their lives, and what they like most about being new parents. Often parents are so used to visitors talking about the baby, a discussion about how they are feeling may be welcomed and a good diversion from having to comment on the child. Put yourself in their shoes. If you're not a parent, this step may be more difficult for you. However, just consider how it would make you feel if someone criticized something important to you. If you are a parent, how would you feel if someone called your child ugly? If you can learn to feel a little empathy for the parents, it can help you control what you say. Remember not everyone has the same tastes. That is, not everyone is going to find the same babies cute as everyone else. Plus, of course the parents are going to find their own baby adorable; it's at least partially genetic. There's no reason to muddy the waters by pointing out that you don't find the baby cute. Compliment the baby's expression. One thing you can compliment is the expressions the baby makes. Maybe the baby is especially bubbly or maybe they look very serious and thoughtful. Either way, use that information to compliment the baby. For instance, you could say, "Look at that smile! She's just beaming." Pick something cute about the baby. Even if a baby isn't particularly adorable, most babies have something cute about them. It could be their ruddy cheeks, their chunky thighs, or even just the puffed out belly. Find something cute to compliment. For instance, you might say, "Look at those adorable rosy cheeks!! I could just eat them up." Compliment the baby's outfit. Another tactic to avoid discussing the baby's looks is just to offer up something nice about the baby's outfit. As a bonus, you're also complimenting whoever picked the outfit out. Try something like, "That outfit is just precious! Did you pick it out?" Say something nice about the baby's temperament. Another aspect of the baby you could compliment is how happy the or quiet the baby is. Often, that's seen as something praiseworthy, so most of the time, the parents will enjoy this type of compliment. Say, "Oh, he's just such a happy baby! Always laughing!"
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Don't say anything at all. Have small talk ready. Focus on the parents. Put yourself in their shoes. Remember not everyone has the same tastes. Compliment the baby's expression. Pick something cute about the baby. Compliment the baby's outfit. Say something nice about the baby's temperament.
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How to Make a Folder out of Paper
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If you want to keep your schoolwork or projects more organized, you can easily make your own folder out of a few pieces of paper. To make a simple pocket folder, start by getting 2 pieces of 11 by 17-inch construction paper. Fold one piece in half lengthwise, and place the second sheet inside the fold of the first sheet. Make sure the bottom edge of the second sheet rests snugly into the crease you made with the first piece. With the two pieces placed together, fold them widthwise so the smaller sheet forms a small set of pockets around the bottom. Staple the pocket piece to the larger folder piece a the edges of the cover.
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Get two pieces of 11”x17” construction paper. This method calls for two pieces of 11”x17” construction paper. If you have larger sheets, you can simply cut them down to size. Fold the first sheet in half. Take the first sheet of construction paper and fold it in half lengthwise. With the sheet folded, you will have a sheet that is roughly 5.5”x17” in size. Place the second sheet inside the fold of the first sheet. Now take the second sheet of construction paper and place it inside the fold of the first sheet. You want to align the 17” edges when placing the second sheet. Make sure that the bottom edge of the second sheet rests snugly into the crease you made in step 1. Fold the two sheets in half. With the two sheets placed together, you now want to fold both pieces widthwise. This means you want to fold a crease along the 11” side of the whole sheet, which is the 5.5” side of the previously folded sheet. Once you fold, the large sheet will be roughly 8.5”x11” in size, and the smaller sheet will form a small set of pockets around the bottom of it. Staple the sides of the pockets. After you have folded the papers in half, the center crease will make the spine of the folder, and the first sheet that you folded in step 1 will form pockets. In order to hold the pieces together, you simply need to staple the pocket piece to the larger folder piece at the edges of the cover. You can also place a staple along the bottom of each cover of the folder to reinforce the bottom of each pocket. This folder will actually have four usable pockets—two on the inside of the folder and one on the outside of each cover. Get three pieces of 8.5”x11” paper. This method calls for three pieces of 8.5”x11” paper to make the folder. Generally speaking, the heavier the paper you use, the more durable the folder will be. Heavy cardstock paper is preferable followed by construction paper, but you can use regular printer paper if you have to. The paper dimensions here assume that you'll store mostly lined paper in the folder. If you need to store printed documents that already use 8.5”x11” paper, then your three sheets should be slightly larger. However, the paper size does not have an effect on the rest of the folder-making process. If you must use regular printer paper, you can use six sheets instead of three and use a glue stick to double up each sheet. Line up two of the sheets of paper. Take two of your sheets of paper and line them up so they are completely flush with one another. If you chose cardstock with a design on one side only, then make sure that the design on each sheet faces outward because these will be the front and back covers of your folder. Tape the pieces of paper together. With the two pieces of paper flush, use a long strip of tape to make a spine and attach the two sheets. Apply the tape so that half of the strip runs the length of one of the 11” sides of the first sheet, and then fold the tape around to adhere the second half of the strip to the second sheet. Try to adhere the tape to both sheets without causing any creases or bubbles in the tape. Make sure the two sheets stay flush as you tape or the folder won't close symmetrically. To reinforce the folder, you can also place additional strips of tape on each cover that overlap the edge of the first piece of tape. Tape the inside of the spine. Once you have the outer spine taped, open the folder and place another strip of tape in the same spot but along the inside fold. This will reinforce the spine of the folder, and it will also adhere to the other piece of tape so that it doesn't stick to your folder contents. Trim 1/4” off the third sheet of paper. To start making the pockets, you must first trim approximately 1/4” off the width of the third sheet of paper. By width, that means you will trim along the length of the paper. The end result will be a sheet that is 8.25”x11” in size. Cut the third sheet of paper in half. You will use this one sheet of paper to make both inner pockets on the folder, so you need to cut it in half. This cut will be perpendicular to the trim cut, and you will end up with two pieces of paper that are both approximately 5.5”x8.25” Tape in the pockets. Take one of the smaller pieces and line it up with one of the bottom corners of the inside of the folder. You want to place the smaller sheet so that the 8.25” side runs parallel to the 8.5” side of the folder cover. Once you have the corners perfectly aligned, apply strips of tape that fold around both edges the same as you did in step 3. Again, try to keep the tape straight without any creases or bubbles. As with the tape on the spine, you should reinforce the pockets with additional strips of tape that overlap the edges of the first strips. This will increase the life of the folder by quite a bit. Repeat the process for the second folder on the other side. Personalize the folder. If you chose plain paper as opposed to cardstock with a design, you can easily personalize your folder with stickers, drawings, or even subject-specific pictures.
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Get two pieces of 11”x17” construction paper. Fold the first sheet in half. Place the second sheet inside the fold of the first sheet. Fold the two sheets in half. Staple the sides of the pockets. Get three pieces of 8.5”x11” paper. Line up two of the sheets of paper. Tape the pieces of paper together. Tape the inside of the spine. Trim 1/4” off the third sheet of paper. Cut the third sheet of paper in half. Tape in the pockets. Personalize the folder.
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How to Get Beautiful, Glowing Skin
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If you want to have a beautiful complexion, start by adjusting your daily habits. Try to drink at least 6-8 glasses of water each day, and eat foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, and fiber, such as fish, citrus fruits, and fresh vegetables. Wash your face at night with a gentle soap and warm water, and apply a toner and fragrance-free moisturizer. Then, exfoliate with a natural product, like a walnut or coffee scrub, once per week, and remember to put on sun block every day. If you have trouble with acne, visit a dermatologist to get advice on changing your skincare routine.
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Aim to drink 6 to 8 glasses of water a day. The water will clear your skin and make it glow because it makes it easier for your body to flush out toxins quickly. Carry a water bottle with you all day to make sure you always have water on hand. Drink herbal tea or other non-sugary beverages to hydrate when you're tired of water. Eat a healthy diet. Healthy proteins and nutritious fruits and vegetables go a long way toward making skin glow. Add these elements to your diet to see quick results: Omega 3 fatty acids. These are found in fish and walnuts, and are especially beneficial to your skin. Vitamin C. This will help existing pimples heal faster, so eating a few servings of citrus fruits and spinach will help. Fiber-rich foods. Fresh vegetables, nuts, and unprocessed fruit helps keep a fine balance and to be regular, not sluggish, in the gastrointestinal area. You may look and feel tired and sickly (headache and abdominal complaints), if you do not have regularity of elimination/movements once or more every day. Eat less sugar and salt. Try to consume less than 45g of sugar on a daily basis, and cut down on salty foods. Eating too much salt can make your face look bloated. Take vitamins. If you're worried you aren't getting enough of necessary vitamins and minerals, try taking a multivitamin. Vitamins intended for pregnant women are especially beneficial to the skin. Work out. Cardio makes your skin glow because it stimulates blood flow. It's also healthy for your body and will make you stronger. You'll see results immediately and long term, too. Prevent acne before it starts. Here are some small daily-life hacks you can use to prevent pimples before they happen: Change out your pillowcase every four or five days. A fresh, bacteria-free pillowcase can stop your skin from erupting overnight. Keep your hands off your face. If you tend to rest your chin in your palm, or you're constantly fussing with your face, stop. The oils on your hands can cause breakouts, even in small amounts. Tie your hair back while you sleep. If you have long hair, keep it off your face while you rest. Braid it back, and use pins or a headband to keep bangs off your forehead. Get your beauty rest. Stress can lead to breakouts, so make sure you're well-rested and calm. Change your birth control (females). Some oral contraceptives containing estrogen can calm down regular breakouts. Ask your doctor if this is the right choice for you. Do not pick or pop pimples. Doing so can make the infection worse and lead to permanent scarring. See a dermatologist. If you can't get the problem under control by yourself, visit a doctor. He or she can prescribe serious treatments such as Accutane, Retin-A or red-blue light treatments. Consider a salicylic acid face wash. Some anti-acne face cleansers contain salicylic acid, which kills the bacteria that can cause acne. To prevent drying out your face, start using a salicylic acid wash only in the mornings and see if that's sufficient. If you still need more help, use it at night as well. Use spot treatments. There are several products that you can dab onto active zits to reduce redness and kill bacteria. Two of the most popular are salicylic acid gel and benzoyl peroxide cream. For extra help, try using both formulations. Be aware that benzoyl peroxide can bleach hair and clothing. Try a clay mask. Clay absorbs excess oil, removes impurities, and even kills bacteria in blemishes for clearer, more even skin. Once a week, after showering, dab your skin dry and apply a clay mask. Leave it in for 10 minutes or until it begins to dry. Rinse off and apply a moisturizer. Do not allow the clay to harden completely or leave it on overnight. It can over-dry the skin. Wash your face at night. Over the course of the day, makeup, dirt, and oil build up on your face. Make cleansing your skin part of your bedtime routine. Use makeup remover. Not only does this prevent it from clogging up your pores and causing breakouts while you sleep, it also stops you from smearing bacteria on your pillow — where it can get into your skin night after night. Use a gentle soap. Remember that you want to clean your skin, not completely strip it of all oils — if it feels tight and dry after washing, you're using something too strong. Avoid the eye area; the skin around the eye can be too delicate for most cleansers. Rinse off by splashing water on your face. Using a washcloth or rag to roughly wipe your skin clean can irritate it more. Instead, bend your face over the sink, cup your hands together, and bring up small amounts of water to splash over your face. About 10 splashes should do it. Pat dry. Don't roughly rub your skin dry with a towel. Instead, dry it with small, gentle pats or let it air dry. Apply toner. A toner removes excess oil and dirt from your skin that the soap missed, in addition to closing your pores. Not everyone needs to use a toner, but some people find it helpful. Put a few drops onto a cotton ball or pad. Swipe it lightly over your skin. Only use astringent if your skin is exceptionally oily. Astringent is a stronger type of toner that can be up to 60% alcohol. If your skin tends to be dry, using astringent could actually cause acne by driving your oil glands to overcompensate. Witch hazel is a natural alternative to buying synthetic toner/astringent. Consider applying toner to only the areas of your skin that tend to break out. For instance, you might only use it on your nose or forehead. Smooth on some moisturizer. Using lotion in the morning acts as a primer for your makeup, helping it "stick" to your face throughout the day. Moisturizing at night helps your skin repair itself and stave off wrinkles. Bottom line, it's one of the best things you can do for glowing skin over the long term. Consider using a lighter moisturizer during the day. If you're prone to breakouts, use a light or gel moisturizer. Don't forget your neck and décolletage. These areas can get super dry and irritated if you never moisturize them. Exfoliate once a week. If your skin tends to be dry and flaky, a weekly exfoliation can clear out dead skin cells. Find an exfoliant that has a super fine grain, and don't rub it roughly into your skin — use light pressure and gentle motions. A simple scrub of sugar mixed with honey makes a great exfoliator. Rinse it off with warm water. You could also exfoliate with a dry brush made for the face. Brush your face using small, circular motions. Acne-prone skin can be exfoliated 2-3 times a week. A chemical exfoliant is often best for acne-prone skin. Protect your skin from the sun. Avoid leathery, tough skin by applying a light sunscreen every time you plan to be outside. The lack of sun damage will keep your skin dewy and supple for years to come. Remember, it only takes 15 minutes to get a sunburn, so be prepared. Stick to SPF 30 — anything higher doesn't have much more benefit. Search the makeup aisle for spray-on sunscreens that are light and dry. Use a foundation or tinted moisturizer with sunscreen, so your face is already covered.
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Aim to drink 6 to 8 glasses of water a day. Eat a healthy diet. Eat less sugar and salt. Take vitamins. Work out. Prevent acne before it starts. Do not pick or pop pimples. See a dermatologist. Consider a salicylic acid face wash. Use spot treatments. Try a clay mask. Wash your face at night. Apply toner. Smooth on some moisturizer. Exfoliate once a week. Protect your skin from the sun.
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How to Cut Limes
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To cut basic lime wedges, first wash the lime and remove any stickers on the skin. Then, using a sharp knife, cut off both ends of the lime, since you won't be using these parts. Rotate the lime so it's sitting flat with the rind facing up. Cut the lime in half lengthwise and slice each half into 2-3 wedges, depending on how thick you want your wedges to be.
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Remove any stickers and wash the lime. Before you cut your lime, remove any stickers on the outside peel. Then, give your lime a 5-10 second rinse in hot water and dry it off completely. This ensures that you have a clean lime for garnishing your drink or plate. Some people scrub their limes with a brush when rinsing them. This isn't necessary, but it can be helpful if your limes have dirt and debris on them, like those picked straight from the tree. Use a sharp knife to cut the tips off the lime. Use a small, sharp knife like a paring knife or a utility knife to cut the tip off both ends of your lime. The lime should be able to sit flat if you stand it up on either end. Don't cut deep enough that you expose the flesh of the time. You should just take off the excess, raised peel at either end of the lime. Place each half on a cutting board with the rind facing up. On a clean cutting board, place each half of your lime so that the flesh is toward the board and the rind is facing you. This gives you better grip as you cut and produces more even wedges. Cut the lime in half length-wise. You don't want to cut around the width of the fruit. Instead, slice it in half between the pointy ends you just removed. Slice each half into 2-3 wedges. Cut length-wise right down the center of both lime halves to get 4 wedges from a smaller lime. For a larger lime, cut each half at an angle to divide it into 3 even pieces to get 6 total wedges. You want the wedge to be large enough so that you can squeeze it into your drink or over your food. Try not to make it so small that you won't get any juice from the wedge. If you plan on putting your wedge on the rim of a glass, make a small cut in the center of the wedge's flesh so it can sit on the glass evenly. Rinse your lime and remove any stickers. If your lime has any stickers on the peel, remove them before starting your cuts. Then, rinse the lime under hot water for 5-10 seconds to remove any dirt and debris. Dry it completely with a clean towel before continuing. Cut your lime in half width-wise. To get perfect wheels, place your lime on a cutting board. Then, use a short, sharp knife to cut your lime width-wise through the widest part. Make another cut 1⁄4 inch (6.4 mm) back on each half. Place your knife ⁄ 4 inch (6.4 mm) to ⁄ 8 inch (3.2 mm) back on the peel of the lime and slice across the width of the fruit. This should produce a round, wheel-shaped slice. Repeat this process with each half of the lime until the wheels get too small for your purposes or until you've reached the end of the lime flesh. Slice from the center of the wheel to the edge for glass garnishes. If you plan on hanging your lime slice off of a glass, make a slit so that the fruit can hang onto the rim. Run your knife from the white part at the center of your wheel out to the peel. Then, place your slice on the glass with the slit on either side of the rim. Rinse your lime thoroughly. Lime peels are typically submerged in drinks as garnish. That's why it's important to thoroughly clean your lime before peeling it. Remove any stickers on the peel and rinse the lime in hot water for 10-15 seconds. Use a clean dish brush to scrub the lime peel. Once your lime is clean, dry it thoroughly with a clean dish towel before peeling it. Run a channel knife length-wise along the peel of the lime. To get the best peel for a twist, position a channel knife at the pointy end of your lime. Run the knife down the length of your lime to the other point end. Then, pluck the peel from the lime. Channel knives create deep, clean cuts on citrus peels. You can find these at most kitchen stores and major online retailers. Cut the peel with a paring knife if you don't have a channel knife. If you don't have a channel knife available, you can use a paring knife to peel your lime. Hold the lime firmly in one hand and run the edge of your blade down the length of the lime so that you only cut away the peel. Cut away from you to minimize the chance of accidents. You can also use a sharp vegetable peeler to create your garnish. The thick peel will quickly dull blades, though, so if you plan to peel citrus garnish frequently, a paring knife or channel knife is a better tool. Twist the peel over your glass. Once your drink is ready, grab the peel with each hand between your thumbs and index fingers. Twist the peel directly over the glass to release the essentials oils, then drop the twist into the drink. You can also hang the peel off the edge of the glass to make it easier for the drinker to retrieve. Remove stickers from your lime peel. Peeling stickers off the rind of your lime will make it easier to cut and juice. Remove any stickers from the peel of the lime before you start cutting it. Hold your lime firmly on a cutting board. Let your lime sit on its side on a cutting board. Hold it firmly with your non-dominant hand, keeping your fingers away from the center of your lime. Cut the lime in half width-wise. Use a short, sharp knife to cut the lime in half. Keep your cut at the widest point of the lime. If you don't cut the lime at the widest point, it will be more difficult to squeeze out the juice later. Squeeze each half of the lime into a bowl. Hold the lime with the pointy end toward your palm and the flesh facing toward your bowl. Squeeze firmly to express the juice from the lime. Rotate the lime half a turn in your hand and squeeze again to get the rest of the juice. You can also use a glass, shaker, or measuring cup to collect your lime juice. If you're making a drink like limeade or margaritas, you can even squeeze it right into the pitcher. Use a citrus press to juice the lime if you don't want to use your hands. If you want to avoid getting lime juice on your hands or in open cuts, use a citrus press to juice your lime halves. Place the flesh of the fruit down toward the juicer holes. Then, squeeze the juicer down until the handles come together. Citrus presses are available from most kitchen and home goods stores, as well as online. Filter the juice to remove seeds and pulp. If you got any seeds or unwanted pulp in your lime juice, pour it through a fine mesh strainer. This will remove any unwanted flesh and seeds and get your juice ready to use. Filtering isn't necessary. Lime pulp is safe to consume. Filtering just gives you a smoother finish if you're mixing your lime juice into a cocktail or recipe.
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Remove any stickers and wash the lime. Use a sharp knife to cut the tips off the lime. Place each half on a cutting board with the rind facing up. Cut the lime in half length-wise. Slice each half into 2-3 wedges. Rinse your lime and remove any stickers. Cut your lime in half width-wise. Make another cut 1⁄4 inch (6.4 mm) back on each half. Slice from the center of the wheel to the edge for glass garnishes. Rinse your lime thoroughly. Run a channel knife length-wise along the peel of the lime. Cut the peel with a paring knife if you don't have a channel knife. Twist the peel over your glass. Remove stickers from your lime peel. Hold your lime firmly on a cutting board. Cut the lime in half width-wise. Squeeze each half of the lime into a bowl. Use a citrus press to juice the lime if you don't want to use your hands. Filter the juice to remove seeds and pulp.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Write-to-a-Pen-Pal-for-the-First-Time
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How to Write to a Pen Pal for the First Time
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If you're writing to a pen pal for the first time, introduce yourself and ask them a few questions about themselves. Since your pen pal probably won't know anything about you, it's best to start by telling them a bit about yourself. For example, tell them your name, age, and gender. Then, tell them what you like to do in your free time or what you'd like to do for a living. You can also tell them why you want to write to them. For instance, you might want to learn about new cultures or improve your communication skills. Ask them a few questions in return, like what they do for fun or what their favorite movies are. This will give them something to write about when they reply to you.
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Use their name. You don't need to repeat their name a bunch of times throughout the letter, but definitely use their name specifically in the greeting. You might also mention their name one other time later on in the letter. You should also mention your own name early on in the letter, even though it may already be on the envelope. This way you complete the introduction and greeting. Write a simple greeting. Before you get into the main content of the letter, take a little bit of time to say hello, mention you are excited to be writing, and wish them well. You could write, “How are you doing today?” or “I hope this letter finds you well.” or “ It's nice to meet you through letters!” A greeting helps the reader transition into the letter rather than immediately diving into all the details you plan to share with them. Think of the letter as a conversation, except that for now you are the only one talking. You wouldn't start a conversation with immediately telling some a bunch of information without greeting them first. Tell them some basics about yourself. Age, sex, and location (not necessarily your address) are a good place to start because these give the person an idea of who you are. You can expand from this point by mentioning things like your grade or occupation, who is in your family, and a couple characteristics about you, like you enjoying laughing, you hate math homework, or your religious affiliation. Your first letter is an introduction, so treat it as such. What would you tell a person you just met? Tell your pen pal those same things. Remember to be safe if you are young, or even a teenager. Talk to your parents before writing and especially before revealing personal information. Mention how you found them. You most likely used a pen pal service or forum of some sort, so it is always good to tell the person where you got their information from. You could also include at this point whether you have written to other people, how long you have been using this service or mention why you chose them to write to. If you saw specific information in their profile that made you want to write to them, you could mention that and tell why it sparked your interest. Tell them what your relationship to that thing is and ask them to tell you more about it. State a specific purpose you have for writing. You may be seeking a pen pal for a specific reason, like learning a new language or learning about a new culture, so tell the person this. Maybe you are just looking for someone to talk to, or you are moving into a new stage in life and want some encouragement. It can be good to let the person know your intentions for your relationship. Don't come on too strong by telling them you are really lonely and just need someone to listen. Even if you feel that way, telling them will probably make them uncomfortable and they may not write back to you. Write a closing. You have tons of options for how to close a letter, but for pen pals it is good to thank the person for their time reading your letter. You don't necessarily want to end the letter by saying, “Please write back,” or “I look forward to hearing from you,” as this may make them feel obligated. Simply thank them for taking the time to read your letter and tell them to have a nice day. Be sure to sign your name at the end. Look for some common ground. In many cases, you want to have a pen pal that has some common interests, so share a few things that you really enjoy and ask if they also like those things. To keep it simple for the first letter, you could mention broad interests like, “I enjoy outdoor activities,” or “I like going to events like concerts and plays.” You can be specific as well by mentioning the bands you life, parks you visit, or telling of an event you visited, but have a mix of general likes and specific likes. Ask a couple of questions. For a first letter, it is great to give the reader a few specific points that you would be interested in learning about them. This gives them a little bit of a head start for their first letter back to you. Don't get too personal for the first letter like, “What is the worst thing that has ever happened to you?” Stick with something simple like “What do you like to do on weekends?” A fun option can be including a small questionnaire that you've written up that has questions and blanks for the person to write their answers. This could have some questions like “What is a book you like?” or “What's a favorite food you have?” They don't have to be serious or meaningful, they could be silly questions like “What animal would you want to be?” Tell them what a typical day looks like for you. When you choose a pen pal, there's a good chance you will have somewhat different lives, especially if they are in another country. Giving them an idea of what you do most days reveals some of your experiences to them. This also gives them something to write back to you telling their own experiences. If the person is in another country, you could tell them you have wondered if kids in their country do the same stuff that you do. It will build a feeling of companionship between you. It also gives them the chance to tell you about their day, which could surprise you by being really similar or really different. Include an interesting scrap of paper. Something to add a little flavor to the letter is to include a magazine clipping, a picture that you drew, a scrap with a quote you like written on it, a copy of a poem, or a picture of something you like. You can get really creative with this step. Almost anything would add to the letter. You don't even have to say anything in the letter about what you include. It could be something that adds a little mystery to the letter and makes the person want to write back to find out what it's all about. Share photos with each other. After you have written a few letters back and forth, it can be a fun addition to share some photos of yourself and ask for photos of the other person. You could send a basic photo that you had professionally taken for school or something spontaneous, like a photo from a vacation you took. You might also share a photo of your house, some places you enjoy going around your town, a picture of your school, or copies of pictures from places you have visited. Besides pictures of yourself and places you go often, you could share pictures of favorite bands or movies, scenic shots of places you want to visit some day, or pictures of something you've created or drawn. Become more personal. Once you have gotten to know some basic information about each other and have been writing long enough to feel comfortable probing deeper, start to ask more personal questions. Find out what types of hardships the person faces in life. Ask them what some of their ultimate dreams and goals are. You can also begin to share more intimate details about your own life. Perhaps share some fears you have or tell them about trials you have faced. One of the benefits of a pen pal relationship is that you are most likely not to meet in person, or at least not until you have been writing for a long time. Because of this, you can feel more comfortable sharing personal things than you might with someone you see often. Send gifts. Besides just writing letters to each other, you can begin to send gifts on occasion, like holidays or birthdays, or just any time. For pen pals in other countries, you could send a toy or trinket that is common to your country. You could share non-perishable foods with each other you both may not have experienced. This might be something to talk about in your letters before you send anything. You want to make sure it is okay with the person to receive gifts from you. Talk about the big questions. One way to build a strong relationship with a pen pal is to discuss some of the deep things you think about. You could ask the person what they think about destiny and tell them your beliefs. You could tell them about something in society that makes you really sad and tell them what you wish would change. Eventually your letters will probably progress beyond the mundane aspects of your life, and this is when you will grow a true friendship with your pen pal.
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Use their name. Write a simple greeting. Tell them some basics about yourself. Mention how you found them. State a specific purpose you have for writing. Write a closing. Look for some common ground. Ask a couple of questions. Tell them what a typical day looks like for you. Include an interesting scrap of paper. Share photos with each other. Become more personal. Send gifts. Talk about the big questions.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Find-Unique-Names-for-Your-Characters
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How to Find Unique Names for Your Characters
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To find unique names for your characters, check movie credits or a mythology book for something unique. If you can't find anything you like, try misspelling other names or words to create new ones. You can also rearrange the letters of phrases or names you like to create something less recognizable. However, try to stick to names that are easy to pronounce so reader's don't have to pause to figure them out.
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Use a first name as a surname. Since first and last names usually sound very different, breaking this tradition would make your character stand ever so slightly apart. For example: Anna Joey, Robert Gideon, Paul Michael. This is a very subtle approach and would make the most sense for a story that unfolds in a time and place that's similar to your own. Some names can be both surnames and forenames, like: Curtis, George, Paul, Jordan, Logan, Dylan, Wilson, Kerry, Owen, Keith, Austin and Oliver. Look for names in unexpected places. Watch the credits of a TV show or film; a lot of uncommon names and name combinations can be found there. When you walk, bike, or drive around, take note of the street names. You might even borrow the name of a foreign city, a distant nebula, or a rare plant. Because this is a broad approach, it could be applicable to a wide variety of genres as well as male or female characters. Find an unusual name in a book. Flip through the telephone directory or a guide on baby names. In particular, books on naming babies have a wide variety of uncommon names and interesting spelling variations. For example: Razilee, Kadiah, Joval, Jantanie, Keryl, or Kaline. If you want to be inspired by both a name and a character, check out a mythology book from the library; however, unless you want something obvious (ex. Athena), don't go with Norse, Greek, or Latin mythology. Make sure that the name is still pronounceable. Keryl, Razilee, and Genoviah are pronounceable with little effort, but nobody wants to have to try to pronounce Kazlistynez, no matter how unique it is. Create a name from other words. J.K. Rowling, for example, is said to have created some of the names in Harry Potter by first describing a character and then creating an anagram from the descriptions. There are a number of strategies that you could use to engineer such a name. For example: Blend common names together. So, Sarah and Josephine could become Josah and Saraphine; Garrett and Adrian could become Adriett and Garran; etc. Try different spelling variations. Substitute Mikhail for Michael, Gaebriel for Gabriel, etc. Rearrange your own (or a friend's) name. If your name is Bob Smith, scramble the letters to get something like Omi Thibbs. Your friend Eileen could be Neelie, Annabel could be Belanna, and so forth. Create anagrams from common words. For example, laugh can be Gal Uh and jump can be M Puj. You can also use this technique to make a name that fits a character's personality. So, the anagram of laugh, Gal Uh, could be a good name for a comedian and the anagram of jump, M Puj, could be a good name for a high jumper. Invent a name at random. If you want something truly unique, give up basing your name in anything you're already familiar with and try to invent something completely new. This might be especially appropriate for a sci-fi or a fantasy story that doesn't fit your current cultural context. Alternatively, you could invent names for each of the characters but have one character with a traditional name that will make them distinctive from the rest. Type a random string of letters in a Word document, then select a set that seems promising, and rework them to create something you like. Or, you might cut individual letters out of a magazine, throw them into the air, and choose a combination based on how they fall to the floor. Name characters after your favorite character. But try not to make it too obvious, as you don't want to directly rip off an existing character's name. For example, if you want to name your character after Katniss Everdeen, don't just name your character Katniss Everdeen, as this is not only unoriginal, it is also against copyright laws. Instead, try to create names similar to the existing name, such as "Katherine" instead of "Katniss", or "Dean" instead of "Everdeen.” You can also use celebrity names to create new names by mixing up or combining the names. For example: Justin Bieber and Kate Alexa could become Jexa Kelbeir. Adjust or misspell existing words. Take a word or phrase and misspell it to create a new name. For example, misspell “like this” so it appears as: lykkethez. Then, choose an interesting letter combo from the results. For example, Kethez, Ethe, or Ykke. Type a few lyrics from a song without spaces to find interesting combinations. For example, 'All we are is the wind' could become Llwea, Arei, Isdus, Hewin, etc. Change the gender of the name. Change a male name to fit a female or female name to fit a male. Keep in mind not all names have opposite-gender equivalents. Look up names. If you research names on a name generator (meant for baby names, but still useful), you will likely come across one name or several names that could work for your character. List letters that you'd like to have in the name. If you're unsure, pick one of your favorite letters. For example, you may want a character with the letters L and S in their name, because you like how those letters sound or, feel they would fit the character's personality. Pick a name ending. Common name endings for girls are: a, bell, na, ly, ie, y, line, etc. Common name endings for boys: ob, ab, an, ly, etc. Pick one you like, or make one up! Make the name something you like, or the first thing you see when you look up from your screen or out your window. If the thing you pick/see isn't a good jumping off point for a name, think of synonyms for the thing. For example, if you are staring at the moon, think of a synonym, such as “celestial body”, which could become the name “Celeste”. Add more letters to the letters you like. You may like the letters “o” and “a”, and could add a “n” and “h” to make “Noah”. If the name you come up with sounds clunky, add more letters, but don't overdo it. Use a name that fits the setting of your story. Pick character names that correspond with the world, time frame, and/or country where your story is set. It will add to the believability of your story if the character names sound appropriate for the setting. For example, a story set in China will likely have different character names than a story set in South Africa. Another technique, used by John Braine, is to use place names from the region or area the story takes place in. Choose a name that is easy to pronounce. Most readers don't have the patience to try to decipher a character name every time it's mentioned. A hard to pronounce name may also break the flow of the story and take the reader out of the story, rather than immerse them further in it. Look for names that are easy to say out loud and roll off your tongue. Avoid using a lot of strangely spelled names for your characters as this could confuse and alienate your reader. Think about how the meaning(s) behind a name could work with the characters in your story. The meaning of a name could help you connect the name with one of your characters, based on their personality. Think about how the meaning of the name reinforces the character's personality traits. You could also use a contrasting name to create some friction between the sound or meaning of the name and the personality of the character. For example, a tough girl could be named Grace, or a nerdy kid could be named Brock.
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Use a first name as a surname. Look for names in unexpected places. Find an unusual name in a book. Create a name from other words. Invent a name at random. Name characters after your favorite character. Adjust or misspell existing words. Change the gender of the name. Look up names. List letters that you'd like to have in the name. Pick a name ending. Make the name something you like, or the first thing you see when you look up from your screen or out your window. Add more letters to the letters you like. Use a name that fits the setting of your story. Choose a name that is easy to pronounce. Think about how the meaning(s) behind a name could work with the characters in your story.
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How to Make a Unicorn Costume
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To make a unicorn costume from a hoodie, start by cutting felt pieces to make a mane and using safety pins to attach the mane from the head down to the back of the hoodie. Then, cut out felt triangles to make the ears and secure them to the hood on either side of the mane. For the horn, cut out a large triangle of felt, fold it lengthwise, and stitch it closed to form a cone. Next, fill the cone with cotton stuffing and sew it to the top of the hoodie. Finally, gather long, thin felt strips together and stitch them to the back of the hoodie for the tail.
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Assemble your supplies. Get a hoodie in your desired color (pink, purple or white will work well). You'll also need pieces of felt in complementary colors, such as white and pink, as well as some cotton stuffing, which is available at your local fabric or craft supply store. You'll also need a sharp pair of scissors, sewing machine or needle and thread, and some pins. Alternately, you can use a glue gun to attach pieces to the hoodie, instead of sewing them on. Cut felt pieces for the mane. Cut equal numbers of felt, measuring 9 inches long and 2 inches wide. Cut enough pieces to cover from the crown of the hood (about 4” from the front top of the hood) to the bottom hem of the hoodie, laying them lengthways. Attach the mane felt pieces to the hoodie. Fold each felt piece into a circle by joining the short ends together. Overlap the pieces by about one inch. Pin these pieces along the backside of the hoodie. Use a zigzag stitch on your sewing machine to attach the pieces to the hoodie. Alternately, sew this by hand. You can also attach these pieces with safety pins on the inside of the hoodie. This will enable you to reuse the hoodie without the unicorn features. Cover the safety pins with duct tape to ensure that the costume wearer won't get poked by pins if they accidentally open up. Cut the mane felt pieces. Once the mane is attached to the hoodie, cut the looped ends with your scissors, making 3 cuts lengthways on each loop. Then cut each loop open so that you have a frayed-looking mane. Make the ears. Cut two triangles of felt in one color such as white, and cut two triangles in another color such as pink. The white triangles should be larger than the pink triangles, and the white ones should be about the size of the palm of your hand. Layer a white and pink triangle together, with the white on the bottom. Sew the two triangles together by sewing along the center. Do the same for the other set of triangles. Stitch the ears to the hoodie. Place the ears on each side of the mane a couple of inches back from the front edge of the hood. Pin them in place. Try on the hoodie to check for placement. Stitch them in place using a needle and thread, or use safety pins on the inside of the hood to attach them. Make the horn. The horn is the essential part of the costume. Cut a large triangle out of white felt. The triangle should be a couple of inches longer than the length of the hood. Fold the triangle together lengthwise and stitch it closed. This will form the cone shape of the unicorn horn. Fill the horn with cotton stuffing. Use a knitting needle or pencil to push stuffing into the point of the horn. Make sure the horn is evenly stuffed but not overstuffed. Attach the horn to the hoodie. Pin the horn in place on the very top center of the hoodie. Try on the hoodie to check for placement. Take the hoodie off, and using a matching color of thread, hand stitch the horn in place. Use a whipstitch to secure the horn in place. To do a whipstitch, poke the needle through the underside of the hoodie and bring it up through the hoodie and through the horn felt. Then poke the needle through the hoodie just under the base of the horn and back up through the felt. This makes a loop of thread that will secure the horn in place. Stitch all around the base of the horn. Add a tail. Cut long, thin pieces of felt that will extend down to the knees when your costume is on. These can be a combination of colors. Gather the pieces together at one of the short ends and stitch them to the center back base of the hoodie. Complete the costume. Put on the hoodie and zip it up. Complete the costume with matching or complementary pants or leggings, shoes, and gloves. You can also paint your face to look like a unicorn. Gather your supplies. Create a unicorn costume with a tank top, headband and a tulle skirt. Repurpose an old tank top in a bright or pastel color. Buy about 2 yards of tulle in a preferred color. You'll also need a length of elastic to go around your waist, a headband, rhinestones, and a glue gun. Decorate your top. Assemble rhinestones on your tank top along the neckline and extending downward in a V pattern. Use a hot glue gun to attach the rhinestones to the tank top. Make a tulle skirt. Measure a piece of elastic to fit around your waist comfortably. Sew the two ends together so that it makes a circle. Cut lengths of tulle that will be twice as long as your desired skirt length. Fold each strip of tulle in half. Tie these strips onto the elastic circle. The more strips you add to the elastic, the fuller and fluffier the skirt will be. Make a unicorn headband. Cut a large triangle out of felt. Wrap it into a cone shape and glue the cone closed. Attach this cone to a headband using a hot glue gun. You can also use a cone-shaped piece of foam, available from a craft supply store. Wrap tulle around the cone and glue in place with the hot glue gun. Complete the outfit. Wear some gold leggings and sandals to complete your outfit. Paint your nails to match your outfit. Gather your supplies. Fashioning a unicorn horn and ears to a headband will make an instant costume. For this project, you'll need a headband, felt (white and pink), cotton stuffing, thick gold thread and a glue gun. These supplies are available at a fabric or craft supply store. You can also use a piece of ribbon or elastic instead of the headband, although it might not stay on your head as well. Make the horn. Cut out a large triangle from a piece of white felt. The triangle should be about the same height as the headband, and the bottom end of the triangle should be about 2-3 inches in diameter. Roll the felt into a conical shape. Use the hot glue gun to glue the horn in place. You can also sew the horn into a conical shape. Stuff the horn with cotton stuffing. Use a knitting needle or a pencil to poke the stuffing into the tip of the horn. Wrap gold thread around the horn. To make the horn look more magical, wrap the thick golden thread around the horn in a spiral pattern. Glue one end of the thread to the top of the horn and wind the thread around the horn over and over until you reach the bottom of the horn. Glue the horn to the bottom of the horn. Tighten the gold thread slightly so that the horn is squeezed a little bit. Attach the horn to the headband. Cut out a circle of felt just slightly larger than the bottom of the horn. Place the headband in between the horn and the felt circle. Glue the circle to the horn and the headband. Cut out the ears. Cut out two sets of the bottom layer of the ears. Use white felt in double-layer tear shape, approximately 3 inches long. Keep the bottom of the double layer uncut, so that when you unfold the layers, you have two tear shapes reflecting each other. Cut two more ears from the pink felt, also in the tear shape, in single layers. These should be slightly smaller than the white ears. Attach the ears to the headband. Wrap the white ears around the headband on either side of the unicorn horn. Glue the bottom folded part onto the underside of the headband's top. Glue the ear tops together. Add the pink ears onto the white ears, facing forward, and glue them in place. Make a unicorn horn. Roll up a piece of paper into a cone. Trim the bottom of the cone so that it will sit flat on your head. Tape or staple a ribbon or elastic to the bottom of the horn. Tie the horn to your head. Decorate the horn with markers, crayons, glitter glue or stickers. You can also use a gold or silver party hat to make a horn. Unroll the party hat and cut out a 1-2 inch section from it. Re-roll the hat and tape it into cone shape. Tape or staple an elastic onto the bottom of the hat. Wear white or pastel colors. Wear a long-sleeved shirt and leggings or pants. Wear white, pink, purple, or another pastel color. Put stickers on your shirt to add decorations. Make a tail. Use curling ribbon or yarn in pastel colors to make a tail. Cut several pieces of ribbon or yarn to reach from your waist to your knees. Tie these pieces together at one end and pin or tie them to the back of your pants. Complete the outfit. Wear black or brown shoes to stand in for hooves. You can also wear black or brown gloves as your front hooves.
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Assemble your supplies. Cut felt pieces for the mane. Attach the mane felt pieces to the hoodie. Cut the mane felt pieces. Make the ears. Stitch the ears to the hoodie. Make the horn. Attach the horn to the hoodie. Add a tail. Complete the costume. Gather your supplies. Decorate your top. Make a tulle skirt. Make a unicorn headband. Complete the outfit. Gather your supplies. Make the horn. Wrap gold thread around the horn. Attach the horn to the headband. Cut out the ears. Attach the ears to the headband. Make a unicorn horn. Wear white or pastel colors. Make a tail. Complete the outfit.
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How to Cancel a Western Union Money Transfer
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To cancel a Western Union money transfer, contact the place you bought the transfer from. Give them your transaction details and the reason you are cancelling the transfer. You may have to pay a cancellation fee, but you will be funded the principal amount.
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Determine why you wish to cancel your transfer. Western Union will want to know the reason for the requested cancellation, so be prepared to provide this information. If you believe that you are a victim of fraud , immediately call your customer service number (number found on your national Western Union website ). This will ensure that your money cannot be picked up and will be made available for you to receive as a full refund of principal send amount and charges. Gather your transaction details. For security reasons, Western Union cannot proceed with your request without proper verification of a transaction. You will need to have the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN), senders name, and address, receivers name, origin country, expected payout country, and the total amount sent. If available, it is helpful to have the original "to send" money form, as this already has all of the information included on it. You will also need a copy of the same form of identification that you used to send money. Find information about the place of purchase. The original money transfer transaction could have been purchased at a sending agency or online. If the transaction took place at a sending agency, find the location and hours of operation, so you can visit that location. If the transaction took place online, find your national email or consumer line phone number. The easiest way to find this is to access your national Western Union website and click on "contact" in the top right hand corner of the website. The email address for your country is as follows: [email protected] (e.g, if you're in Germany, the email address would be [email protected]). Contact the original place of purchase. You will need to visit or otherwise contact the place of purchase for the money transfer. If the transaction took place at a sending agency, you will need to visit that agency's physical location. If the transaction took placed online, you will need to send an email or call the consumer line phone number. Provide gathered information. You will need to share any necessary information in-person, via email, or over the phone. You will need to explain that you are requesting a cancellation and provide an explanation for your request. This is to help avoid or report any potential fraud. Provide verifying information. In order to verify your request, you will need to provide the following information: Your name, your address, MTCN number, Sender's name, amount sent and the expected payout country. If any of these do not match the information, Western Union will be unable to proceed with your request. Answer any additional questions. The sending agency or Western Union may ask follow-up questions to ensure proper privacy and security. Answer any required information in a timely manner. Pay any required fees. Depending on the type of original transaction (cash, check, credit card, etc.) and other factors, you may be required to pay a fee for cancelling the money transfer. Note that it may be possible for the fee to be deducted from your refunded money. Receive your refund. You will now receive your refund in cash or credited to your bank or credit card account. If you are visiting a sending agency, simply wait for the agent to call one of the Western Union offices, wait a few minutes and then collect your money in cash. Refund requests made on the same day will always include the charges as well as the principal send amount. However, if your refund request is not made on the same day you will lose the charges (unless there was an error on Western Union's side or you were a victim of fraud, in which case you will receive a full refund ). If you contacted Western Union via email, you will receive a confirmation email once your request has been processed. Retain the cancellation information. Keep copies of any receipts, emails, or confirmation numbers you may receive from the sending agency or Western Union.
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Determine why you wish to cancel your transfer. Gather your transaction details. Find information about the place of purchase. Contact the original place of purchase. Provide gathered information. Answer any additional questions. Pay any required fees. Receive your refund. Retain the cancellation information.
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How to Make Malpua
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To make a malpua, pour the flour, fennel seeds, cardamom, sugar, and whole milk powder into a mixing bowl and whisk the ingredients together. Next, add yogurt and water to the dry ingredients and stir until you have a thick, smooth batter. Then, cover the bowl with a towel and set it aside for 30 minutes. After the batter rests, heat ghee in a large frying pan. Right before you cook the malpua, add baking powder to the batter and whisk it in. Then fry the malpua for a few minutes on each side.
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Blanch the nuts. Fill a small saucepan with water. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat. When the water is boiling, add the almonds and pistachios. Let the nuts boil for one minute. After a minute, remove the saucepan from the heat and drain them in a colander. Rinse the nuts under cold water. Peel and chop the nuts. When the nuts are cool to the touch, pinch each nut gently between your fingers to peel off the skin. Discard the skin. Use a sharp knife to slice the nuts into slivers. When all the nuts are peeled and sliced, set them aside. Thicken the milk. Pour the milk into a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Turn the heat to high and bring the milk to a boil. When the milk starts to boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue simmering. Stir every four minutes to push the layer of bubbles and film to the side of the pot and scrape the sides. Continue simmering and stirring the milk for about 90 minutes, until the milk reduces by half and thickens. Add the sugar and nuts. Stir the mixture to incorporate the sugar and nuts into the milk. Keep cooking the milk for another 15 to 20 minutes, until the sugar dissolves and the milk reduces to a third of the original quantity. Add the cardamom and cool. When the milk is thick and sweet, add the cardamom and saffron to the mixture. Stir to incorporate the spices. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the rabri to cool for at least an hour. Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator to chill. You can use nutmeg to flavor the milk instead of cardamom if you like. You can also add a teaspoon (5 ml) of rose essence to the rabri if you want. Combine the dry ingredients. Pour the flour, fennel seeds, cardamom, sugar, and whole milk powder into a medium mixing bowl. Reserve the baking soda for later. Whisk the ingredients together well to fully combine them. You can use three to four whole cardamom seeds in place of the ground cardamom. To use the whole seeds, chop them finely before adding them to the dry ingredients. You can also use khoya in place of the whole milk powder. Khoya is a thick, dried milk product that you can find in Indian or Asian markets. Add the khoya with the wet ingredients instead of the dry. Add the wet ingredients. Pour the yogurt and the water into the bowl with the dry ingredients. If you're using khoya instead of milk powder, add the khoya now as well. Whisk all the ingredients together until it forms a thick, smooth batter. Unlike North American pancakes, you don't want any lumps in the malpua batter. Rest the batter. Once all the ingredients are combined and you have a smooth malpua batter, cover the bowl with a clean towel and set it aside for 30 minutes. Leave it on the counter or somewhere else at room temperature. Resting the batter will give the flour time to absorb liquid, and improve the final texture of the malpua. Heat the ghee and add the baking soda to the batter. Pour the ghee into a large heavy bottomed frying pan or skillet. Turn the heat to medium and leave the ghee to preheat for three to four minutes. While it's heating up, add the baking powder to the batter and whisk it in. You can use any cooking oil in place of the ghee. Good oils for frying include canola and vegetable. Fry the malpua. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of batter into the hot ghee. Spread the batter out with the back of a ladle or spoon. If there's room in the pan, add more batter to cook a second malpua. Cook the malpua for two to three minutes. Flip the malpua with a spatula and cook for another two to three minutes, until it's golden brown on both sides. When the malpua is ready, remove it from the pan. Add more ghee if necessary, and continue frying the malpua one or two at a time until all the batter is gone. Drain the excess oil. Line a wire cooling rack with a clean lint-free towel or several sheets of paper towels. Use tongs or a spatula to transfer the malpua to the towel to absorb excess oil. Leave the malpua to drain for at least a minute before transferring it to the syrup. Soak the saffron. In a small bowl, combine the hot water and saffron threads. Let the saffron soak for at least five minutes, and as many as 20 if you have the time. This will give the saffron time to infuse the water with its subtle flavor. Heat the sugar and water. Combine the sugar and saffron water in a medium saucepan. Turn the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a simmer. Simmer the sugar and water mixture for about 10 minutes, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has formed a thick syrup. As the mixture is cooking, stir regularly as the sugar melts to avoid burning. Reduce the heat and add the remaining flavorings. When the syrup is thick and hot, whisk in the rose essence. Add the cardamom seeds and stir the mixture to distribute the seeds. Turn the heat to low. Leave the syrup on the heat so it stays warm. Soak the cooked malpua. Place as many cooked malpua into the syrup as you can fit. Make sure the malpua are completely covered by the syrup. You may have to soak them in batches. Soak the malpua in the syrup for about 10 minutes. After soaking, remove the malpua from the syrup with tongs. Transfer the malpua to a wire cooling rack with a plate underneath to catch excess syrup. Transfer the next batch of cooked malpua to the syrup for soaking. Serve the malpua hot with rabri. When the soaked malpua are still hot, transfer them to individual plates for serving. Spoon some chilled rabri on top of each malpua, or place the rabri on the side for dipping. If you like, you can also garnish the malpua with chopped nuts, dried fruit, and other toppings.
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Blanch the nuts. Peel and chop the nuts. Thicken the milk. Add the sugar and nuts. Add the cardamom and cool. Combine the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients. Rest the batter. Heat the ghee and add the baking soda to the batter. Fry the malpua. Drain the excess oil. Soak the saffron. Heat the sugar and water. Reduce the heat and add the remaining flavorings. Soak the cooked malpua. Serve the malpua hot with rabri.
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How to Cook White Rice Without a Rice Cooker
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To cook white rice without a rice cooker, start by adding rice and cold water to a saucepan and letting the rice soak for 10-15 minutes. Then, drain the soaking water and add 1 part fresh water per 1 part of rice. Next, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat before reducing the heat to low and covering the pan. Finally, let the rice cook for 10-15 minutes or until it's tender.
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Place the rice in a colander. For the recipe, you'll need 1 cup (225 g) of white rice, though you can adjust the amount based on how many people you're cooking for. In general, you should have ½ cup (112 ½ g) of uncooked rice per person. Add the rice to a colander or strainer so water can easily pass over it. Run cold water over the rice to rinse it. Bring the colander with the rice to the sink, and turn on the cold water. Allow the water to fall over the rice while you use your hands to move the rice around so all of the grains are rinsed. Rinsing the rice is an optional step, but it helps remove the excess starch and dust from the grains, so the finished rice isn't overly sticky. Add the rice to a saucepan and cover it with cold water. After the rice is rinsed, place it in a small saucepan. Pour enough fresh, cold water into the pan to cover the rice by about 2 inches (5 cm) (5-cm). For 1 to 2 cups (225 to 450 g) of uncooked rice, a 2-quart (1.9 l) saucepan is usually a good size. Let the rice soak for 10 to 15 minutes. Soaking the rice before you cook it helps get the cooking process started so your finished rice will have a better texture. You can skip the step if you're in a hurry, but you may wind up having to cook the rice a little longer on the stove. Drain off the soaking water and rinse the pan. When the rice is finished soaking, dump it back into the colander or sieve to get rid of the soaking water. Rinse out the pan quickly to remove any starchy residue, and return the rice to it. Add fresh water to the pan and stir the rice. A good ratio of rice to water is 1:1, which means you should add 1 cup (237 ml) of water to the pan with the rice. Use a wooden spoon to stir the two together briefly. Some recipes recommend a 1:2 ratio for rice and water. However, that amount of water may be too much. You can experiment with different ratios to see which works best for your personal taste. You can substitute a more flavorful liquid for the water if you prefer. Chicken, beef, and vegetable stock are good options. Bring the pan to a boil. Place the pan on the stove over medium-high heat. Allow the water to come to a full boil, which should take 3 to 5 minutes. Mix the salt and butter into the rice. When the water is boiling, add some salt to taste and 1 tablespoon (14 g) of butter to the pan. Stir well to ensure that the ingredients are fully incorporated. This step is optional, but can lead to more flavorful rice. You can substitute oil, such as olive or canola, for the butter if you prefer. Reduce the heat and cover the pan. After you've seasoned the rice, turn the heat down to low. Place the lid on the pan to trap the steam inside so the rice cooks effectively. Allow the rice to cook until tender. With the rice covered, it should take 10 to 15 minutes for it to cook. When it's finished, it should still be slightly firm but not crunchy. Don't overcook the rice, though, or it will become gummy. If you didn't soak the rice before cooking it, it may take 18 minutes or more for it finish cooking. Turn off the heat and let the rice stand. When the rice is finished, turn off the stove or remove the pan from the burner. Leave the rice covered and allow it to stand for 5 to 10 minutes to finish the cooking process. If there's still water in the pan after the rice is finished cooking, drain it off. Uncover the rice and fluff it. After it's sat for about 5 minutes, take the lid off the pan. Use a fork or spoon to stir the rice a bit to help make it fluffy. It's a good idea to let the rice sit for another 2 to 3 minutes afterward to dry it slightly. Serve the rice while warm. When the rice is fluffy and has had time to dry a bit, you can divide it between plates or transfer it to a serving dish. Make sure to serve it quickly so it's still warm. You can store any leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Place the rice in a colander. Run cold water over the rice to rinse it. Add the rice to a saucepan and cover it with cold water. Let the rice soak for 10 to 15 minutes. Drain off the soaking water and rinse the pan. Add fresh water to the pan and stir the rice. Bring the pan to a boil. Mix the salt and butter into the rice. Reduce the heat and cover the pan. Allow the rice to cook until tender. Turn off the heat and let the rice stand. Uncover the rice and fluff it. Serve the rice while warm.
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How to Clean Black Mold
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To clean black mold, try applying cleaning detergents such as borax, bleach, and ammonia to the affected area. If you prefer natural solutions, give vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, or baking soda a try. Be sure to seal off the room before you get started and always wear a dust mask, eye protection, and rubber gloves when working around mold. If your black mold problem is extensive, consider calling a professional mold remover for assistance!
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Kill mold with borax. Borax is an inexpensive product you can buy in the laundry aisle at most supermarkets. It works on nonporous surfaces such as tile and glass and also on wood and other porous surfaces (as long as they won't be damaged by excessive moisture). Start by vacuuming up any lose mold with a HEPA filtered vacuum so the spores don't get spread throughout the room. Next, clean up the mold by following these steps: Mix 1 cup of borax with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water. Dip a scrub brush in the solution and use it to scrub away the black mold. Wipe the area clean of mold. Don't rinse the area, since the borax will prevent the spores from growing again. Remove mold with detergent. This method is effective on glass, tile and other nonporous surfaces. It doesn't kill the mold, but mixing soap and water and using it to scrub the mold away is just as effective on nonporous surfaces. Mix 1 cup detergent (such as laundry detergent) and a gallon of water. Use a scrub brush to apply the solution to the moldy area and scrub the mold away. Rinse the area when you're finished. Kill mold with clear ammonia. Clear ammonia is an effective tool for killing mold, but it is a toxic cleaning product that should be used sparingly. Use ammonia to kill the toughest mold on glass and tile. It's not effective on wood and other porous surfaces. Make a solution of 2 cups water and 2 cups clear ammonia and place it in a spray bottle. Spray it over the moldy area. Let it sit for at least 2 hours. Wipe and rinse the area clean. Kill mold with bleach. This is an effective method for getting rid of black mold on nonporous surfaces like tile and glass, as long as you aren't concerned that they'll get damaged. Since bleach produces toxic fumes, you'll want to make sure the area is well ventilated. Open the windows and wear gloves to protect your hands. Here's what to do: Mix 1 cup of bleach and 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water. Use a spray bottle or a bucket and sponge to apply the bleach mixture to the area with black mold. Let the bleach sit on the mold for an hour. You can wipe it away later if that is your preference, but this isn't necessary. Kill mold with hydrogen peroxide. This is effective on all types of surfaces, and it's completely nontoxic. Pick up a big bottle of 3% hydrogen peroxide from the drugstore, then do the following: Fill a spray bottle with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Spray the moldy area. Let it sit for 20 minutes. Wipe the surface clean. Kill mold with tea tree oil. You can use this spray on all kinds of surfaces. It's completely nontoxic and natural, and it kills black mold effectively, as it's a natural fungicide. Mix 2 teaspoons of tea tree oil and 2 cups of water. Pour the solution into a spray bottle. Saturate the moldy area. Don't bother wiping the area, since leaving the tea tree oil there will prevent spores from growing. Kill mold with grapefruit seed extract. This is another completely natural method for killing mold, and it's odorless, too. Mix 20 drops of grapefruit seed extract with 2 cups water. Pour the solution into a spray bottle. Saturate the moldy area. Leave the solution on the area to prevent spores from growing. Kill mold with white vinegar. Concentrated white vinegar can be used for heavy mold spots, while a diluted half vinegar/half water solution can be used for lighter moldy areas. Vinegar is a good solution for mold on any type of surface, including carpeting and wood. Pour vinegar or vinegar solution into a spray bottle. Saturate the moldy area. Let it dry on the moldy area to kill the mold. Use baking soda to kill mold. This is another effective, natural solution for all types of surfaces, both porous and nonporous. Add a ¼ teaspoon baking soda to 2 cups of water. Pour the solution into a spray bottle. Spray the moldy area and scrub it with a brush. Rinse the area. Treat the area again with the baking soda solution to prevent mold from returning. Search for mold in hidden areas. Sometimes it can be found behind drywall, inside door frames, or under sinks. Some signs of hidden black mold include strong odor, warped boards, or discolored ceilings. Replace items that are covered with mold. In some cases cleaning the mold isn't going to eliminate the problem and you might need to replace the contaminated material. Assess the damage and determine whether to replace any or all of the following that may be infused with mold spores: Bath tile Carpeting and other flooring Floorboards Ceilings Seal off the moldy room. This will contain the black mold spores so that they do not travel through the air into different areas of the house. Shut doors tightly and use plastic and tape to cover vents, doorways and any areas where air can escape. The only exception to this is to use an exhaust fan aimed directly out a window so black mold spores floating around the room are pushed outside. Protect yourself around the mold. Wear a dust mask, clothing or a cover up that can be easily removed and washed or even disposed of. Wear rubber gloves and goggles to protect your eyes so the mold never comes in contact with your body. Keep dust and debris in a small area. When you remove any items with black mold, bag the affected objects as soon as you can. This will keep the black mold spores from spreading in the air. Call a professional mold remover if your black mold problem is extensive. Experts recommend that you have black mold professionally removed if it is scattered in areas greater than a 10-square-foot section. At this point it won't be possible to keep the mold at bay using household products. Remove water sources that feed mold to prevent it from returning. Fix leaky pipes, add better ventilation to a humid bathroom, or install a dehumidifier to a damp basement. Dry out the rooms you find mold in to prevent additional mold from forming.
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Kill mold with borax. Remove mold with detergent. Kill mold with clear ammonia. Kill mold with bleach. Kill mold with hydrogen peroxide. Kill mold with tea tree oil. Kill mold with grapefruit seed extract. Kill mold with white vinegar. Use baking soda to kill mold. Search for mold in hidden areas. Replace items that are covered with mold. Seal off the moldy room. Protect yourself around the mold. Keep dust and debris in a small area. Call a professional mold remover if your black mold problem is extensive. Remove water sources that feed mold to prevent it from returning.
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How to Decorate Wine Glasses
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To decorate wine glasses, try painting them. First, clean your glasses with alcohol and let them dry. Then, paint your glasses with gloss enamel craft paint in whatever colors or designs you like. For example, use glitter paint or metallic colors for a playful tone, or use chalkboard paint on the base if you want to write guests' names on them in chalk. After painting your glasses, let them dry for 72 hours, then place them on a baking sheet in a cold oven. Finally, heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the glasses for 30 minutes to set the paint so it won't wash off.
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Clean your wine glasses with alcohol and let them dry. Pour rubbing alcohol onto a cotton ball or paper towel and wipe down each glass. Wait for them to air dry completely or use another paper towel to dry them by hand. Alcohol removes dirt and sterilizes the glasses. White vinegar will work instead of rubbing alcohol. Paint the glasses using gloss enamel craft paint. Choose whatever colors and designs you'd like. Dab tiny polka dots or confetti around the glass, paint a beach scene, or coat just the stem and base for a modern look. If you're using multiple colors, let each color dry before adding the next color to avoid smearing or mixing. Use chalkboard paint on the base if you want to keep track of whose glass is whose. Once the glasses are finished, you can write guests' names in chalk, then erase when the night is over. Go with glitter paint or metallic colors for a playful, party vibe. Let the glasses dry for 72 hours. Place the painted glasses somewhere safe and out of reach of children or pets if you have them. A room temperature area is best. If you skip this step, the paint could melt and run in the oven. Place the glasses on a baking sheet in a cold oven. The lowest rack of the oven is the best spot to set the sheet with the glasses. Putting the glasses in the oven before you turn it on prevents the glass from breaking. If you don't want to use the oven, let your glasses continue to air dry for 21 days in a room temperature spot before using them. Heat the oven to 350 °F (177 °C) and bake the glasses for 30 minutes. This sets the paint onto the glass so it won't wash off when you use the glasses. The 30 minutes starts once the oven has reached 350 °F (177 °C), not when you turn it on. Set the kitchen or oven timer for 30 minutes or use the clock app on your phone so you don't forget. Turn off the oven and let the glasses cool inside with the oven door open. This gradual cooling process cures the paint while protecting the glass from cracking. Take the glasses out of the oven only when they're completely cool to the touch. Once the glasses have been baked or dried, they will be dishwasher-safe. Wash them on the top rack. Wipe the glasses with rubbing alcohol, then let them dry. The alcohol will clean the glasses and also make it easier for the marker to stick to them. Use a paper towel to dry off the glasses or set them in a safe place to air dry. If you don't have rubbing alcohol, use white vinegar from the pantry instead. Paper towels or a cloth will work in place of cotton balls. Draw with an oil-based permanent marker 1 in (2.5 cm) below the rim. If you decorate all the way to the top of the glass, your mouth will wear the marker off faster. Draw a geometric pattern or elegant swirls around the glass. Or, if you're artistic, draw a pretty picture like a beach sunset or a cozy Christmas scene. You can also write words with the marker like song lyrics or a favorite quote. Don't forget the base and the stem! Cover them in a solid color or decorate them to match the cup design. Write friends' names on the glasses to pass them out as favors at a party or give them as holiday gifts. Consider sketching your design on a piece of paper beforehand if you're worried about messing up on the glass. Let the decorated glasses dry for 72 hours. Set the glasses somewhere that's room temperature and where they won't be knocked over. It will take about 3 days for them to dry completely. This prevents the designs from melting off in the oven. Put the glasses in a cold oven on a baking sheet. It's easiest if you put the baking sheet on the oven rack before arranging the glasses on the sheet. Otherwise, you're more likely to drop the glasses when trying to carry the sheet to the oven. The glasses can be right-side up or upside down. Make sure the oven is completely cool. If you used it to cook recently, wait until it's cold before placing the glasses inside. Turn the oven to 350 °F (177 °C) and bake the glasses for 30 minutes. Wait until the oven reaches 350 °F (177 °C) before you start timing the 30 minutes. Baking the glasses will cure the paint to the glass. Resist the urge to open the oven door to check on the glasses. This lets heat escape. Instead, peek through the window in the front. Turn off the oven, leaving the glasses inside until they’re completely cool. Removing the glasses immediately can cause them to crack. It will take at least 2 hours for the glasses to cool down before you can take them out of the oven. Speed up the cooling process by cracking the oven door slightly. Cover the stem and base with masking tape. Wrap a layer of masking tape around any areas you don't want to etch, namely the stem and the base of the wine glass. This prevents any drips from accidentally getting on them. Press the masking tape firmly around the glass so there aren't any gaps or holes where the etching cream could get in. Lay the adhesive glass stencil flat on the glass wherever you want it. Place it in the right spot before pressing it onto the glass. Smooth out any wrinkles so the stencil is completely flush against the glass. If you leave gaps, the etching cream could spread there and cause your final design to look sloppy. Buy glass stencils at a craft store or from an online retailer. Make your own glass stencil by cutting a shape or design out of contact paper or adhesive vinyl. Another option is to use stickers on the glass. Keep in mind that the etching cream will etch any exposed area not covered by the stickers. Apply a layer of etching cream over the exposed glass with a paintbrush. If you're using a stencil, brush the etching cream onto the cut-outs. If you're using stickers, you'll brush the etching cream over the entire glass so that the spots covered by the stickers will be the non-etched areas. A sponge or foam brush will also work to apply the etching cream. If you're worried about getting the etching cream on your hands, wear plastic or latex gloves. The cream might irritate your hands if you have sensitive skin. Let the etching cream sit on the glasses for 5 to 10 minutes. Sit back and let the etching cream do its thing. Set a timer on your phone so you know how long to wait. Some etching creams require longer sitting times. Check the back of the container to find out the specific time for your type. It won't hurt anything if you leave the etching cream on for longer than the recommended time. Rinse the glasses with cool water and dry them with a paper towel. Run the glasses under water to completely remove the etching cream. Use your hands to rub off any stubborn cream. Then pat the glasses dry with a paper towel. If you're having trouble getting some of the cream off, scrub it with a sponge. Peel off the stencil to reveal your gorgeous design. Once the glasses are dry, carefully remove the stencil. The area where you applied the etching cream will be etched. Etching does not affect how you clean your glasses. They will still be dishwasher-safe. Stick on rhinestones or gems for extra sparkle. Using your fingers or tweezers, place self-adhesive jewels onto the wine glass. Cover the base of the glass, wrap them up the stem, or place them in a beautiful design around the cup. Smaller sparkles like rhinestones work best for this. If you don't have self-adhesive jewels, you can use regular jewels with craft glue. Don't put your bedazzled wine glasses in the dishwasher. It will rinse off the gems. Attach charms to the stem of the wine glass for a temporary decoration. Wine glass charms are an easy way to personalize glasses for a special occasion. Make your own or buy them from a party store in any theme, pattern, and shape. Hook the charms onto the stem and then just remove them when the party is over. You can buy charms that are glittery, metal, paper, cork, or even crocheted. Whatever vibe you want for your party, you can find a charm to match. Send guests home with the charms as a party favor. Use a strip of washi tape to label your glasses in a cute way. Fold a piece of washi tape around the stem of the wine glass or stick a piece to the cup of the glass. Party guests can write their name on the tape in marker to keep track of their glass. Washi tape comes in all different prints and colors. You can give each guest a different pattern instead of having them write their names. When you're done with the glasses for the night, simply peel off the washi tape. Match your glasses to a party theme by taping paper to the bottom. Cut out circles of pretty cardstock in the pattern or design of your choice to the size of the bottom of the glass. Then use double-sided tape to adhere the paper to the underside of the bottom. Switch out the paper for any occasion. Make all of the glasses the same or mix and match them. For example, do half of the glasses in polka dotted paper and half in stripes. Use spooky orange and black patterns for Halloween. Then peel off those pieces and replace them with shimmery metallics or reds and greens for Christmas.
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Clean your wine glasses with alcohol and let them dry. Paint the glasses using gloss enamel craft paint. Let the glasses dry for 72 hours. Place the glasses on a baking sheet in a cold oven. Heat the oven to 350 °F (177 °C) and bake the glasses for 30 minutes. Turn off the oven and let the glasses cool inside with the oven door open. Wipe the glasses with rubbing alcohol, then let them dry. Draw with an oil-based permanent marker 1 in (2.5 cm) below the rim. Let the decorated glasses dry for 72 hours. Put the glasses in a cold oven on a baking sheet. Turn the oven to 350 °F (177 °C) and bake the glasses for 30 minutes. Turn off the oven, leaving the glasses inside until they’re completely cool. Cover the stem and base with masking tape. Lay the adhesive glass stencil flat on the glass wherever you want it. Apply a layer of etching cream over the exposed glass with a paintbrush. Let the etching cream sit on the glasses for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse the glasses with cool water and dry them with a paper towel. Peel off the stencil to reveal your gorgeous design. Stick on rhinestones or gems for extra sparkle. Attach charms to the stem of the wine glass for a temporary decoration. Use a strip of washi tape to label your glasses in a cute way. Match your glasses to a party theme by taping paper to the bottom.
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How to Find the IQR
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To find the IQR, start by arranging the numbers in your data set from lowest to highest. Then, divide your data set in half and find the median of both the lower and upper half. If you have an odd amount of numbers, don't include the middle number. Finally, subtract the median of the lower half from the median of the upper half to find the IQR.
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Know how the IQR is used. Essentially, it is a way of understanding the spread or "dispersion" of a set of numbers. The interquartile range is defined as the difference between the upper quartile (the highest 25%) and the lower quartile (the lowest 25%) of a data set. Understand quartiles. To visualize a quartile, chop a list of numbers into four equal parts. Each of these parts is a "quartile." Consider the set: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. 1 and 2 are the first quartile, or Q1 3 and 4 are the second quartile, or Q2 5 and 6 are the third quartile, or Q3 7 and 8 are the fourth quartile, or Q4 Learn the formula. In order to find the difference between the upper and lower quartile, you'll need to subtract the 25th percentile from the 75th percentile. Gather your data. If you're learning this for a class and taking a test, you might be provided with a ready-made set of numbers, e.g. 1, 4, 5, 7, 10. This is your data set – the numbers that you will be working with. You may, however, need to arrange the numbers yourself from some sort of table or word problem. Organize your data set in ascending order. In other words: arrange the numbers from lowest to highest. Take your cue from the following examples. Even number of data example (Set A): 4 7 9 11 12 20 Odd number of data example (Set B): 5 8 10 10 15 18 23 Divide the data in half. To do this, find the midpoint of your data: the number or numbers in the very center of the set. If you have an odd amount of numbers, choose the exact middle number. If you have an even amount of the numbers, the midpoint will rest between the two middlemost numbers. Even example (Set A), in which the midpoint lies between 9 and 11: 4 7 9 | 11 12 20 Odd example (Set B), in which (10) is the midpoint: 5 8 10 (10) 15 18 23 Find the median of the lower and upper half of your data. The median is the "midpoint," or the number that is halfway into a set. In this case, you aren't looking for the midpoint of the entire set, but rather the relative midpoints of the upper and lower subsets. If you have an odd number of data, do not include the middle number – in Set B, for instance, you would not figure in one of the 10s. Even example (Set A): Median of lower half = 7 (Q1) Median of upper half = 12 (Q3) Odd example (Set B): Median of lower half = 8 (Q1) Median of upper half = 18 (Q3) Subtract Q3 - Q1 to determine the IQR. Now you know how many numbers lie between the 25th percentile and the 75th percentile. You can use this to understand how widely-spread the data is. For instance, if a test is scored out of 100, and the IQR of the scores is 5, you can assume that most of the people taking it had a similar grasp of the material because the high-low range is not very large. If the IQR of the test scores is 30, however, you might start to wonder why some people scored so high and others scored so low. Even example (Set A): 12 - 7 = 5 Odd example (Set B): 18 - 8 = 10
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Know how the IQR is used. Understand quartiles. Learn the formula. Gather your data. Organize your data set in ascending order. Divide the data in half. Find the median of the lower and upper half of your data. Subtract Q3 - Q1 to determine the IQR.
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How to Change a Brake Caliper
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It's probably time to change your brake calipers if you hear your brakes squeaking when you use them or if they freeze up from time to time. You'll find the brake caliper behind your vehicle's tire. Use a screwdriver to remove the caliper and take off the brake pads. Then, unscrew the caliper bracket that held the pads in place. Disconnect your old caliper from the brake hose and dispose of it. Make sure to attach your new caliper to the hose as quickly as possible to prevent brake fluid from leaking out. Finally, reassemble your brake and put the tire back on.
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Raise your vehicle off the ground to place jack stands under it. Place your jack under the side of your vehicle so the main lift arm is against your vehicle's frame. Crank the jack to lift the side of the vehicle until the wheel you need to remove is off of the ground. Once you raise your vehicle, position jack stands under the frame so the vehicle doesn't drop or slip. Don't try to work on your vehicle if it's only supported by the jack since it may not be secure and could slip. Make sure your vehicle is parked on a flat, level surface when you jack it up. If you're worried about your vehicle rolling, put blocks in front of or behind the wheels still touching the ground. Take off the wheel that’s in front of the brake caliper you’re replacing. Use a tire iron or a ratchet to loosen the lug nuts holding the wheel in place. Once you remove the lug nuts, grab both sides of the tire and carefully pull it straight off of the bolts holding it in place to expose the brake assembly. If you have trouble removing the lug nuts from your vehicle, spray them with a lubricant to help loosen them from place. Remove the 2 bolts on the back of the caliper with a ratchet. The caliper is the large metal piece that clamps around the brake rotor, which looks like a large metal disc. Locate the 2 bolts on the back of the caliper that attach to the springs on the side. Fit the end of a ratchet on the bolts and rotate them counterclockwise to loosen them from place. If you can't get enough leverage to loosen the bolts from the back of the caliper, then attach the socket to a longer breaker bar so you can get more power. You can buy breaker bars from your local hardware store. Pry the caliper off of the brake pads with a screwdriver. Once you loosen the bolts from the back of the caliper, the center part will come loose. Try pulling the caliper up and off of the brake rotor first. If you can't remove the caliper by hand, then place the end of a flathead screwdriver between the brake rotor and caliper. Pull the screwdriver handle up to lift pry the caliper off of the brake pads. The caliper will still be attached to your vehicle by a hose leading to your brake's main cylinder. Leave the caliper attached to the hose for now since it could leak brake fluid otherwise. Remove the brake pads from the caliper bracket. The brake pads are the rectangular-shaped pieces on either side of the rotor that were covered by the center portion of the caliper. Pull the brake pads straight out from their housings on the bracket to remove them from the brake assembly. Check the thickness of your brake pads when you remove them. If they're less than ⁄ 4 inch (0.64 cm) thick, then replace them as well so you can stay safe while you're driving. Take out the 2 bolts holding the caliper bracket in place. Locate the 2 bolts on the backside of the caliper bracket that are on the top and bottom. Use your ratchet to rotate the screws counterclockwise to loosen them from place. Once you remove both bolts from the back, carefully lift the bracket up off of the brake rotor to remove it. Use a breaker bar if you can't get a good amount of leverage to loosen the bolts. The caliper bracket may slip once you remove the second bolt, so hold it in place with your free hand so it doesn't fall and get damaged. Get a new brake caliper that’s compatible with your vehicle. Search for a brake caliper that matches your vehicle's year, make, and model. Choose a caliper that includes a bracket so you don't have to match the hardware to your old one. Make sure that the caliper is the same style as your old one or else you'll also need to replace the calipers on your other wheels. You can buy new calipers online or from auto part stores. A new caliper usually costs between $25-50 USD. Standard calipers have 1 piston in them that pushes against the brake pads to slow down your vehicle. Performance calipers have multiple pistons to apply pressure on your brakes quickly and evenly. Unscrew the banjo bolt on the caliper that connects to the brake hose. The banjo bolt is on top of the main caliper piece and attaches to the hose leading to the brake's main cylinder. Grip the bolt with your ratchet and rotate it counterclockwise to disconnect the hose from the old caliper. Once you remove the old caliper you can throw it away. You may be able to recycle your old caliper at an auto repair shop. Call one ahead of time to see if they can get rid of it for you. Secure the hose onto the intake port on the new caliper. Look for a large hole right next to a small hole on top of the new caliper. Position the banjo bolt attached to the hose so the threaded part is in the large hole and the end of the elbow-shaped piece on the side is in the small hole. Screw the banjo bolt clockwise by hand to secure it in place before tightening it with your ratchet. If the hose or bolt leaked any brake fluid, wipe it clean with a shop cloth before screwing it into the caliper to prevent any corrosion from occurring. Screw the caliper bracket against the brake rotor. Position the bracket included with your caliper on the brake rotor in the same place as the old one so the bolt holes are on the backside. Feed the bolts through the holes on the bracket and hand-tighten them until you can't rotate them anymore. Use your ratchet to tighten the bracket back in place so it doesn't move or shift around. Apply an anti-seizing fluid on the bolts before screwing them in if you want to remove them easier next time you need to make repairs on your brakes. Slide the brake pads onto the front and back of the caliper bracket. You can use the same brake pads that you had before or you can buy new ones if they need to be replaced. Slide the ends of the brake pad into the slots on the top and bottom parts of the bracket until it contacts the brake rotor. Position the other brake pad on the backside of the rotor so it's secure in the caliper bracket. Make sure you install the brake pads so the padded side is against the rotor. Otherwise, you may damage your brake system. Attach the new caliper to the bracket so it fits around the brake pads. Position the caliper so the side with the piston is on the backside of the brake rotor. Set the caliper over the brake pad assembly and slide the bolts through the holes on the top and bottom. Tighten the bolts by hand until you can't spin them anymore before securing them with your ratchet. Check that the caliper doesn't move around after you secure it in place or else it could come loose when you're driving. Loosen the cap on the main brake cylinder under your vehicle’s hood. Open your vehicle's hood and look for a plastic reservoir that's labeled “Brake Fluid” or “Main Cylinder.” Unscrew the plastic cap on top of the main cylinder so you can see the brake fluid inside. Consult the vehicle's user manual if you can't find the brake cylinder. Loosening the cap will help the brake fluid drain quicker to make bleeding your brakes easier. Connect a clear plastic hose between the bleeder valve and a bottle. Look for the metal bleeder valve on the backside of the caliper close to where the hose connects on top. Push the end of a clear plastic hose onto the end of the bleeder valve so it's airtight. Run the other end of the hose to a resealable glass bottle or jar so the fluid can drain into it. Don't use an opaque hose since you won't be able to see the air bubbles forming. Avoid using a hose that fits loosely over the bleeder valve since it could allow air in. Open the bleeder valve on the caliper until it starts leaking brake fluid. Position the end of a spanner wrench on the hex nut on the bottom of the bleeder valve and slowly rotate it counterclockwise to loosen it. After a few seconds, you will notice some brake fluid leaking out of the valve into the hose. The bleeder valve helps remove air from the caliper so your brakes work properly. Ask a helper to pump the brake pedal until you don’t see bubbles in the hose. While your vehicle is parked and turned off, have a helper press down on the brake pedal multiple times to pump the air out of the caliper. Have them continue pumping the brakes until you don't see any air bubbles coming into the hose from the caliper. Tell your helper to hold the brakes down before tightening the hex nut around the valve. Air in your caliper could make your brakes feel soft and you may not get as much stopping power as you normally would. You may need to refill your cylinder with brake fluid if it runs out. Reattach the wheel to your vehicle. Once you've bled the brakes, position your wheel back onto the bolts and push it on as far as it can go. Secure the lug nuts by hand by turning them counterclockwise. Then use your tire iron to tighten the lug nuts until you can't turn them anymore to ensure the wheel's secure. Take your vehicle for a test drive to make sure the brakes work properly. Start your vehicle, and drive it slowly down a quiet neighborhood street to test the brakes. Press on the brake pedal to make sure the caliper works properly and doesn't make any noise while you're driving. Don't drive too fast while you're testing your brakes just in case something were to go wrong.
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Raise your vehicle off the ground to place jack stands under it. Take off the wheel that’s in front of the brake caliper you’re replacing. Remove the 2 bolts on the back of the caliper with a ratchet. Pry the caliper off of the brake pads with a screwdriver. Remove the brake pads from the caliper bracket. Take out the 2 bolts holding the caliper bracket in place. Get a new brake caliper that’s compatible with your vehicle. Unscrew the banjo bolt on the caliper that connects to the brake hose. Secure the hose onto the intake port on the new caliper. Screw the caliper bracket against the brake rotor. Slide the brake pads onto the front and back of the caliper bracket. Attach the new caliper to the bracket so it fits around the brake pads. Loosen the cap on the main brake cylinder under your vehicle’s hood. Connect a clear plastic hose between the bleeder valve and a bottle. Open the bleeder valve on the caliper until it starts leaking brake fluid. Ask a helper to pump the brake pedal until you don’t see bubbles in the hose. Reattach the wheel to your vehicle. Take your vehicle for a test drive to make sure the brakes work properly.
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How to Treat Adrenal Fatigue
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To treat adrenal fatigue, consult your doctor when you notice common symptoms, such as fatigue, issues with sleep, low blood pressure, and digestive problems. Once they've made a diagnosis, they can discuss treatment options with you, such as dietary changes and hormonal supplements. While you follow your doctor's recommendations, you can find some relief by avoiding caffeine, which stimulates your adrenal glands and can stress your body. You should also try to stay away from sugary foods to avoid overstimulating your adrenal glands. In addition to adjusting your diet, you can incorporate some gentle exercise, like walking or practicing yoga, into your routine to destress and stabilize your cortisol levels.
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Know the symptoms. Adrenal fatigue is a syndrome that occurs when the adrenal glands work below the necessary levels for your body to function properly. The syndrome is a term applied to a collection of nonspecific symptoms, including pain, fatigue, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and digestive problems. Beyond fatigue, pain, anxiety, sleep disorders and digestive problems, the symptoms of adrenal fatigue include: asthma, allergies, dizziness, dry skin, frequent urination, low blood pressure , low blood sugar, low sex drive, numbness in your fingers, poor circulation, and weight gain. The symptoms of adrenal fatigue are non-specific and can be from any number of other illnesses. If you have any of these symptoms, it's best to see a health care professional to get a diagnosis. Know the causes of the syndrome. Adrenal fatigue is caused when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormones your body needs to function properly. While it can present with the above-mentioned symptoms, many people will show no symptoms at all. Adrenal fatigue is usually associated with intense or prolonged stress. But the syndrome can also appear as a result of acute or chronic infections, influenza, bronchitis or pneumonia. As the name suggests, the most prominent symptom of the syndrome is fatigue. You may not even notice that you have adrenal fatigue, but simply feel a general sense of being unwell or fatigue. Know about the controversy. While there is a wealth of information available on the internet about adrenal fatigue, it is a controversial diagnosis. Not recognized as an actual condition by medical doctors, most proponents of adrenal fatigue are holistic and alternative medicine practitioners. Medical doctors, including those at renowned institutions such as the Mayo Clinic, don't recognize adrenal fatigue as an illness; however, they do support the diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency or Addison's Disease to denote inadequate production of one or more of the hormones essential to life that the adrenal glands produce. The symptoms of Addison's Disease are similar to adrenal fatigue and include: fatigue, body aches, unexplained weight loss, low blood pressure, lightheadedness, loss of body hair, and skin discoloration (hyperpigmentation). Proponents of adrenal fatigue maintain that the syndrome is a mild form of adrenal insufficiency caused by chronic stress. They theorize that the adrenal glands are unable to handle constant stress and thus can't produce enough of the hormones an individual needs to feel well. According to their theory, blood tests cannot detect this minute change in adrenal function, but the body can. You may notice that many sites with information about adrenal fatigue will not give you complete information, but instead will prompt you to buy books and products. Get diagnosed with adrenal dysfunction. If you have the symptoms of adrenal dysfunction and are concerned that you may have the syndrome, get tested by a medical professional. You should also consider getting tested for Addison's Disease and other illnesses, since the symptoms of adrenal function overlap with them. Remember that a medical doctor may not recognize your concern about adrenal fatigue and may test you for Addison's Disease or another illness. Adrenal dysfunction can be tested by various methods. Your doctor or health care professional may prescribe blood tests to analyze levels of the following hormones secreted by your adrenal glands and thyroid: cortisol (which controls stress), ACTH, FT4, FT3, and total thyroxine. Two additional tests that you or a health professional may administer for adrenal fatigue are the iris contraction test and postural low blood pressure test. The iris contraction test measures how long the iris can contract in response to repeated exposure to dark light. Go into the dark bathroom and allow your pupils to adjust to the lack of light, then shine the light from a penlight or flashlight into your eye. You will notice the pupil contract (or get smaller); however, someone with adrenal fatigue's irises will not be remain contracted for a prolonged period of time, and after about 30 seconds they will begin to dilate, despite shining the light on them. Postural low blood pressure measures how quickly blood pressure rises when a person stands up. Someone suffering from adrenal fatigue will see no change in their blood pressure or even a slight fall, which is also called orthostatic hypotension. To test this, lie down for five minutes and have someone measure your blood pressure. Then stand up and, after one to three minutes, have the person take another reading. Not the change, if any, in your blood pressure readings. Learn about treatment options and recovery from adrenal dysfunction. Once you have a diagnosis for adrenal dysfunction, talk to your health professional about your treatment options and the recovery time. If you've diagnosed yourself, you may want to do some additional research on how to treat the syndrome. The treatment options for adrenal fatigue range from changing diet and exercise, to reducing stress, and taking herbal or hormonal supplements. Estimates for the recovery period from adrenal fatigue range from about six to about eighteen months. Some individuals may need less time, while others need more, depending of the severity of the syndrome. There are some adrenal fatigue treatment programs online including Dr. Wilson's Adrenal Fatigue Supplement Program. Consult your doctor. Before you start any treatment program for adrenal fatigue, consult with your doctor. Talking to your doctor will help ensure that your treatment plan will not harm your health. Adjusting your diet. Making some simple changes to your diet can optimize your health and help combat the symptoms of adrenal fatigue. From eating bone broth to avoiding caffeine, these suggestions will help you to recover faster. Avoid foods to which you are sensitive or allergic. These foods prevent the body absorbing vital nutrients and cause inflammation that can spur a host of problems including sleep disorders. Eat a healthy breakfast to get your body off on the right food and help stabilize your blood sugar and keep your body from stressing because it doesn't have enough sustenance to function. Good food choices for breakfast include steel cut oats with fruit, Greek yogurt, eggs, and whole wheat toast. Eat less sugar to help control your cortisol levels. Cortisol regulates excess sugar so consuming less means that you're less likely to overstimulate your adrenal glands. Avoid foods like cookies, cakes, and fruit juices. Avoid caffeine, which stimulates your adrenal glands to produce adrenaline and cortisol, which put your body into a state of stress. Try eating superfoods such as bone broth and seaweed, which are very high in nutrients and can reduce inflammation. Add a gentle exercise regimen. Since many people with adrenal fatigue are in pain or are simply too tired to do vigorous exercise, adding a gentle exercise program to your treatment plan can help alleviate the symptoms of adrenal fatigue. Activities such as walking or swimming will also decrease stress, which in turn helps stabilize your cortisol levels. Some examples of good exercise options are walking, swimming, yoga, and tai chi. If you are not suffering from severe adrenal fatigue, you can jog or run, or even lift light weights. An added benefit of exercise is that it will help you sleep better. Decrease the stress in your life. One of the underlying causes of adrenal fatigue is stress and its related hormone of cortisol. Reducing the stress in your life through activities such as meditation and unplugging from electronics will help your body recover from adrenal fatigue. Try meditation and pranayama , or deep breathing. These exercises help reduce stress and normalize our the levels of the hormones adrenaline and cortisol. These activities aid circulation and toxin elimination as well as increasing our energy levels through oxygen saturation. In today's world, we are inundated with emails, text messages, and other forms of ambient knowledge. Unplugging from your electronic devices is another good way to help decrease your stress levels. Exercise will also help decrease stress and cortisol. Take medications and supplements. Although adrenal fatigue may cause a deficiency in hormones, it may also cause a deficiency in vital nutrients the body needs. Taking medications and supplements can help alleviate the symptoms of adrenal fatigue and put you on the path to recovery. Know that any medications and supplements should be taken only after consulting with a health care professional so that you do not endanger your health. Consider taking a multivitamin to get needed nutrients. People with adrenal fatigue are often lacking in several vitamins and minerals. Consider taking a multivitamin or specific vitamins to help replenish the levels in your blood. You may want to take the following vitamin supplements if you do not want to take a multivitamin: Vitamins B5, B6, and B12. These specific B vitamins are important role to cell metabolism and will boost your energy level. Although there are studies on the benefits of the B vitamins with certain conditions, there is no evidence to support that taking the B vitamins will alleviate your adrenal fatigue. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that is directly involved in the production of cortisol in your adrenal glands as well as in the recovery of your adrenals. Vitamin C will also help boost your immunity. Although there are studies on the benefits of Vitamin C for the adrenal glands, there is no direct evidence that it will alleviate your adrenal fatigue. Magnesium will help maintain energy flow and fight symptoms like fatigue and depression. Start with 400mg because taking too much magnesium can cause digestive problems. One older study examines the relationship between adrenal insufficiency and magnesium. However, there is no direct evidence that taking the supplement will alleviate your adrenal fatigue. Consider taking herbal supplements as a natural alternative to vitamins. There are also several herbal supplement you can take that might help adrenal fatigue, including licorice root, Siberian ginseng, Rhodiola Rosea, and Maca root. Remember the herbal supplements are unregulated by the Federal Drug Administration, so their claims are often not proven with research. Licorice root is used to stimulate hormone production, maintain energy levels and increase endurance by helping your cortisol to circulate in your system for a longer period of time. Licorice root can elevate blood pressure, so avoid it if you have high blood pressure. Although there are studies on the medical uses of licorice root, there is no direct evidence that it will alleviate your adrenal fatigue. Siberian ginseng is used to improve stamina and mental awareness, and boost energy levels. Siberian ginseng can elevate blood pressure, so avoid it if you have high blood pressure. Although there are a few studies on the medical uses of Siberian ginseng, including for stamina and mental awareness, there is no direct evidence that it will alleviate your adrenal fatigue. In addition, the results of these studies was often contradictory. Rhodiola rosea can help with muscle tension, poor circulation, depression, and fatigue by increasing circulation and cortisol production. Although there are studies on the medical uses of Rhodiola for depression, stress, and fatigue, there is no direct evidence that it will alleviate adrenal fatigue. Maca root can help cortisol blood sugar regulation as well as aiding your body to get the most out of its low levels of hormones. There isn't enough research or information to know how it might work, or if it will alleviate adrenal fatigue. Consider hormone replacement. Hormone replacement is another option to help treat adrenal fatigue. You'll need a prescription from your health care professional for any hormones you take, including cortisol, DHEA, pregnenolone, testosterone, progesterone, estrogen, and adrenal extract. You'll have to consult with your doctor if you are considering hormone replacement because this type of therapy requires prescription medication. Your doctor will likely prescribe a blood test to establish your baseline hormone levels in order to best figure out which hormone replacements you should take. Although hormone replacement may help with adrenal fatigue, there is almost no research on it as a therapy for the syndrome. It is thus important that if you choose this method, that you do it only under a doctor's supervision. Cortisol has been long used to treat for Addison's Disease, or adrenal insufficiency. But cortisol can have significant side effects including obesity, muscle weakness, diabetes, and thin skin, so use with care. Because of these side effects, most doctors are reluctant to prescribe corticosteroids for a long period of time. Taking DHEA can reinvigorate sex drive and some of the other symptoms of well-being that adrenal fatigue disrupts. If you are taking DHEA, get levels of the hormone tested regularly so that you're not getting too much. Pregnenolone is directly involved with sex and stress hormones and taking it may help reduce the symptoms of adrenal fatigue. Testosterone can help improve symptoms of adrenal fatigue related to general well-being, libido, endurance, and mood. It may also improve overall quality of life. Progesterone may help with lower energy levels, irritability and depression, as well as weight gain. Adrenal glandular extracts may help with fatigue and stress. If you decide to take this hormone replacement, make sure that it comes from a quality, organic source.
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Know the symptoms. Know the causes of the syndrome. Know about the controversy. Get diagnosed with adrenal dysfunction. Learn about treatment options and recovery from adrenal dysfunction. Consult your doctor. Adjusting your diet. Add a gentle exercise regimen. Decrease the stress in your life. Take medications and supplements. Consider taking a multivitamin to get needed nutrients. Consider taking herbal supplements as a natural alternative to vitamins. Consider hormone replacement.
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How to Straighten Hair Quickly
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If you need to straighten your hair quickly, there are a few tricks you can use to speed up the process. Before you straighten your hair, shampoo and condition it in the shower. Clean hair is actually easier to straighten. Once your hair is dry, brush through it so it doesn't get knotted and become hard to work with. When you're ready to straighten your hair, work with 1-inch sections at a time so you don't miss any spots. Apply a little anti-frizz product or hairspray to your hair when you're done to help your hair stay straight throughout the day.
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Separate your hair into sections if it’s thick. To ensure you straighten your entire head of hair evenly and quickly, separate your hair into at least 2 sections. You can either split your hair down the middle, or you can tie up the top layer using a hair clip or tie. If you have super thick hair, consider separating your hair into 4 sections. Tie up the top layer of your hair into 2 buns on top of your head, and then separate the bottom layer into 2 sections as well. If you split your hair down the middle, you can simply pull each side in front of each shoulder to keep it in place for longer hair. If you have short hair that doesn't reach your shoulders, use a hair tie or hair clip to keep your hair in sections. Pull your hair into a low ponytail if you have very thin hair. Save time and skip the process of separating your hair into sections if you have thinner hair. After you've pulled your hair into a low ponytail, just clamp down on the top of the ponytail and straighten the length of it. Once the ponytail is straight, undo it and straighten the top of your hair and any other bumps. Set the flat iron to the right temperature based on your hair texture. Instead of cranking the heat up as high as it will go, take your hair texture into consideration when heating up your flat iron. If your hair is thin or fine, the temperature should be below 360 °F (182 °C). If you have normal to medium hair, set the temperature between 360 to 390 °F (182 to 199 °C). For thick hair, use a temperature of 390 to 410 °F (199 to 210 °C). Clamp the first 1 inch (2.5 cm) section of hair in the flat iron. By choosing a 1 inch (2.5 cm) section of hair, you'll be able to straighten your hair much faster and more efficiently. Clamp down on the strands of hair at the top of your head, about 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) from your roots. Use light pressure to quickly pull the iron down the length of your hair. Once you've clamped down, pull the flat iron down the section of hair. Hold your hair taut so that your hair straightens faster. Work systematically in 1 inch (2.5 cm) sections from 1 side to the other. Finish straightening an entire section of hair before moving on to the next one to save time. This will keep you from accidentally straightening the same pieces of hair multiple times. Unclip a separated section of hair and repeat the process. Once the unclipped section of hair is straight, move it behind your shoulders. Unclip the next section and pull that section in front of your shoulders. Repeat the process of straightening 1 inch (2.5 cm) sections of hair. Putting already-straightened sections of hair behind your shoulder will keep this section of hair from getting mixed in with the section that hasn't been straightened yet, saving you time. Add products to reduce frizz when you’re finished. To make sure your hair stays straight throughout the day, consider applying a hairspray or anti-frizz product. Apply the product or hairspray by quickly spraying a brush, and then brush through your hair evenly for thorough application. Make sure your hair has completely cooled down before applying a product. Shampoo and condition your hair first. Clean hair is easier and faster to straighten. Using a conditioner along with your shampoo will make your hair softer and smoother, making the straightening process much quicker. Use a straightening shampoo and conditioner to help smooth out your hair and make the flat ironing process even easier. Dry your hair completely before using a flat iron. If your hair is damp at all while you're using a flat iron, not only will it damage your hair, but it will also take you much longer to get it straight. To dry your hair quickly, use a blow dryer with the nozzle aimed downwards. Hair dryers can be damaging on your hair — always move the nozzle back and forth when drying your hair, never aiming it directly at a strand. Brush your hair thoroughly before using the flat iron. If your hair isn't brushed beforehand, you'll end up with bumps or jagged angles where the flat iron went over hair that's going in different directions, slowing down your straightening process. Take the time to brush or comb through your hair to remove any knots or tangles before straightening it for the best results. Use a chase comb to make the process go faster. Chase combs (also sometimes called straightening combs) comb your hair and separate it evenly for you as you're straightening your hair. If you have medium or coarse hair, a chase comb is an ideal tool for straightening your hair. Use 1 hand to insert a strand of hair into the chase comb and clamp the comb closed starting at the top of the strand. With your other hand, you'll begin straightening the strand, pulling both the chase comb and straightener down the section of hair. Invest in a tool that dries your hair as you straighten it. There are several hair tools on the market that are designed to dry your hair and straighten it at the same time. Go online to see if any of these tools are right for you. These tools include a hairbrush that also acts as a ceramic dryer and hair dryers that have negative ion technology.
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Separate your hair into sections if it’s thick. Pull your hair into a low ponytail if you have very thin hair. Set the flat iron to the right temperature based on your hair texture. Clamp the first 1 inch (2.5 cm) section of hair in the flat iron. Use light pressure to quickly pull the iron down the length of your hair. Work systematically in 1 inch (2.5 cm) sections from 1 side to the other. Unclip a separated section of hair and repeat the process. Add products to reduce frizz when you’re finished. Shampoo and condition your hair first. Dry your hair completely before using a flat iron. Brush your hair thoroughly before using the flat iron. Use a chase comb to make the process go faster. Invest in a tool that dries your hair as you straighten it.
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How to React when Your Horse Rears
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When your horse rears, you should only stay on if you feel confident that you can safely gain control. If you choose to dismount but can't get off as normal, kick free of the stirrups, grab the pommel, then swing your left leg over and slide down. Alternatively, to maintain control while on your horse, loosen the reins and tip your upper body towards its neck, but avoid pulling back, since this can pull your horse off balance and cause injury. Once your horse has stopped rearing, ease into movement by leaning forward in your saddle and squeezing with your legs.
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Decide whether or not to get off. When your horse rears, it can be very dangerous. If you are not confident that you will be able to regain control while mounted, get off quickly. You can still work him and regain control from the ground before mounting up again. If you don't feel safe, don't take the risk of staying mounted. If you cannot dismount normally you may need to perform an emergency dismount. There are a couple of ways to do this, but with each one you should try to land facing forwards or sideways, never to the rear. For the vaulting method, kick both feet free of the stirrups and grab the pommel. Lean forward and kick both legs up over the horse's back. Drop to to the left side of the horse, holding the left rein in your left hand and facing forward. If you don't think you can jump your legs over the horse's back you can kick free of the stirrups, grab the pommel, and swing your left leg over and slide down. With either method you should not pull down on the rein when you land or you might prompt him to rear again, or pull him onto you. Stay calm, and if he doesn't respond to you getting off and keeps rearing, step away but keep your eyes on him. Loosen the reins. As soon as you feel the horse begin to rear, try to loosen the reins and resist the urge to pull back or down. You can loosen the reins by pushing your hands up towards his mouth. Lean slightly forward in the saddle and tip your upper body towards his neck, but stay centred in the saddle. Don’t pull back on the reins. Often, when a horse rears the rider is taken by surprise and she loses her balance. This will prompt her to lean back in the saddle and pull back on both of the reins to try to hang on. This can be dangerous and can cause the horse to be pulled off-balance, potentially falling over backwards and hurting you and the horse. If you pull on both reins, the horse may also try to fight your hold. This will only make him more nervous and trapped, and will exacerbate the situation. Ease him forward. Once he has placed his front feet back on the ground, try to encourage him to move forward to prevent him rearing again. Leaning slightly forward in the saddle, give him a squeeze with your legs to get him moving forward. Get his feet moving. If he balks, and seems to be about to rear again, hold one rein out to the side and lead him around in a half circle. Don't use both reins and don't pull him back. Try to just hold onto one rein and use that to redirect his feet. Do this to get him thinking about his feet, and not what has prompted him to rear in the first place. Put him on a loose rein and concentrate on getting his feet moving with lots of changes of direction. If you find yourself struggling for balance, grab the saddle horn or a handful of mane with your spare hand. Yield his hindquarters. If your horse is afraid and that is what's prompting him to rear, you can tackle this by yielding his hindquarters. This means making him cross over his back legs so he loses his balance point, and has to think about how he is moving his feet rather than whatever is frightening him. When he loses his balance point, he also cannot stand up on his hind legs to rear. To do this, pull one rein around to your hip, so you bring his head around towards your toe on one side. Put your leg (the one that you are drawing him towards) back, and apply a little pressure to his flank. When he responds to the pressure and moves the way you are directing him, release your leg. When he has softened to the rein by giving to the bit, and noticeably softening his jaw and neck, you should release the rein. Don’t hit your horse between the ears. Some people advise hitting your horse on the poll (between the ears) to punish him for rearing, or even intentionally pulling him to the ground. This could end badly, with injury or horse. While it may stop him rearing at that moment, it does nothing to help prevent him rearing again in the future. Recognise why he rears. There are generally two reasons why your horse will rear up. Either he is being held back, or he is feeling trapped. Rearing is a fearful reaction generally caused by the rider, however accidentally. Think of your horse as wanting to move forward but being held back, and it becomes easier to see why he rears up. Horses like to run, and running is the basic way a horse will react is he feels anxious. If you prevent him from running, the only direction he can go is rearing up. He may also rear if he is balking at something. If he doesn't want to do something, his way to get out of it will be to rear or move backwards. Don’t reinforce bad behaviour. If your horse rears, and you are not certain you can correct him, it is definitely not a bad idea to get off him. Some people try to avoid dismounting because they don't want the horse to think he has won, and reinforce his behaviour. It's perfectly fine to get off, but it does matter what you do next. If you have dismounted, longe the horse, and do some ground work to get his feet moving. You will get him thinking again and regain his respect. Do not rub him, or pat him, and walk him back to the stable. Doing this will only reinforce his bad behaviour and can encourage him to rear again in the future. Gain more respect from your horse. Rearing is often a result of your horse not properly respecting you. To tackle this you have to go back to basics and work on building up your relationship. Do lots of ground work, and get him used to you touching him and working with him. The more you are able to get him to move his feet in all directions, forwards, backwards, left and right, the more he'll be thinking and paying attention. Use exercises that involve a lot of changes of direction, such as figure of eights and rollbacks. Reward good behaviour and have fun together. Desensitize an anxious or fearful horse. If your horse is particularly sensitive or anxious, certain stimuli may prompt him to rear. You can work on addressing this by progressively desensitizing him to the things which provoke anxiety. The basic technique for desensitization work is to expose him the stimulus in a safe environment, and wait for him to stop reacting. When there is no reaction to the stimulus, remove it and praise the horse. Wait a few seconds and then reintroduce the stimulus. Repeat this over and over. Remember not to remove the stimulus until there is no reaction from your horse. Consider help from a professional trainer. A rearing horse can be a very intimidating, scary, and dangerous thing to experience. If your horse keeps rearing and you are struggling to prevent it, be sure to contact a professional trainer who will be able to help you, and work with you and your horse. The problem can be fixed with the right work and help. A rearing horse can cause injuries and even be fatal, so you should never take risks or just hope for the best.
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Decide whether or not to get off. Loosen the reins. Don’t pull back on the reins. Ease him forward. Get his feet moving. Yield his hindquarters. Don’t hit your horse between the ears. Recognise why he rears. Don’t reinforce bad behaviour. Gain more respect from your horse. Desensitize an anxious or fearful horse. Consider help from a professional trainer.
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How to Wash a Car by Hand
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To wash your car by hand, first hose your car down with water to knock off any surface dirt and caked-on mud. Then, fill one bucket with water and a second bucket with water and car wash soap. Dip a sponge in the soapy water bucket and wipe down your car, starting at the top and working your way down. Rinse the sponge off in the clean water bucket whenever the suds start to look dirty, then dip it in the soapy water bucket again. When you're finished, rinse off all of the soapy residue with a hose. Now it's time to clean the wheels. Fill another bucket with rim cleaner and dip a clean sponge into it. Wipe down each of the rims on your wheels with the sponge. Use a scrub brush to clean hard-to-reach spots between the spokes. Finally, let your car air dry in the sun, or dry it by hand using a microfiber towel.
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Park the car out of direct sunlight. This prevents premature drying which can leave splotches on the paint. Washing your car in direct sunlight also runs the risk of your car becoming hot while you wash it, which will result in water evaporating more quickly and making the cleaning process more difficult. Check that all windows are closed and retract the antenna, in order to prevent water from getting inside the car or the antenna from being snapped off. Pull the windshield wipers away from the windshield until they click into their propped position, away from the glass. Set everything you will need near the car. This includes cleaning material: the car wash detergent that you will use for cleaning, a large supply of water (depending on the size of the vehicle), three buckets (two for washing, one for rinsing), a hose, and microfiber cloths or towels to dry your car. You'll also want to have two or three wash mitts on hand, plus a large sponge, a stiff scrubbing brush, and maybe a separate brush to scrub your tires with. Be prepared to get wet and soapy. Wear the appropriate work clothes: shoes, shorts and rubber sandals when the weather permits, long pants and rubber boots when it is a bit chilly. You can purchase car-specific detergent at your local auto parts store. When filling the two wash buckets with detergent, be careful to follow the manufacturer's recommendations concerning the suggested water-to-detergent ratio. Fill a bucket with water. Then add car wash soap in the quantity directed on its bottle. This will be your washing bucket. If your car is very dirty or if you'd like to have a washing bucket for the body of your car and a separate washing bucket for washing your car's wheel wells, you can fill two buckets with water and soap. Fill another bucket with plain water. This will be your rinsing bucket. You only need one bucket for rinsing, whether you've chosen to use one or two buckets for washing. Hose off the car to loosen and soften the dirt. Don't use a strong jet of water from the hose, as this can rub grit over the paint and scratch it. Try to aim the jet of water downwards on all surfaces. Aiming upwards around windows may cause water to dribble into the car if there are flaws in the rubber seals. Wash the wheels first. Since the wheels of your car are often the dirtiest part, it's a good idea to wash them first, so that dirt rinsed off of the wheels won't land on an already-clean part of your car. Use a long, skinny wheel-brush for cleaning the openings of the wheels. If the wheels are already glossy and clean, instead use a sponge or a mitt to clean them just as you would the car body after hosing off as much of the extra dirt. Wash your car using a large wash mitt. Before you begin scrubbing the surface of your car, soak a large wash mitt or sponge in the soapy water, being certain to wash out any dirt in it, and begin applying it to the car. Do not use a brush on the car body, because this may leave little scratches. Mitts with long, dangling strands do not push grit onto the car as hard. This type of mitt is preferable, as it's less likely to scratch the surface. They should still be rinsed, then dipped into the soapy water often. Mitts, unlike sponges, can also be washed in washing machines to remove all the grit. Wash the car section by section, starting at the top. Circle around the car several times, washing lower areas with each round. Washing the car from the top down will allow soap to drip over lower sections of the car while you're still washing higher sections. This will prevent you from having to wash the same sections twice. If the car is very dirty, let the soap and water do the work. Make multiple passes and avoid excessive scrubbing at dirt on the car, as this could scratch or damage the paint. Scrub off bird droppings or splattered bugs. Bird droppings and bugs can damage the paint, and extra care should be taken to remove them while washing the car. Get them off as soon as possible using a damp rag if you need more scrubbing power than the wash mitts can provide. Soften bugs by dabbing with a sponge that is loaded with warm water, then let the water soak in and scrub the bug off. Use “bug and tar remover” where needed, as this will effectively and safely remove dried bugs from the surface of your car. Do not scrape hard or use a brush to remove the bugs, as that will mar the finish. Ultimately, a few stubborn bits of dirt will look better than scrapes. Keep the wash mitt clean. Rinse the dirt out of the wash mitt or sponge in the bucket with plain water frequently. If you allow dirt, grime, and grit to build up in the wash mitt, you'll risk scraping or damaging the car's paint. Rinse the mitt regularly in the rinsing bucket and, when the water in the bucket has become opaque or gritty, throw it out and re-fill with clean water. Rinse each section after you’ve washed it. After one section is washed, rinse it with the hose before moving on. You don't want the soap to dry on the paint and stain it. When rinsing sections, follow the same top-to-bottom pattern that you've used to wash the sections of your car. Always wash the door shuts, surrounds (the metal visible inside of the door well), and the bottom underside of the doors. It's an unpleasant surprise to open an otherwise sparkling clean car to find dirty door shuts. Keep the entire car wet as you wash it. As you progress from one section to the next, it's important that you use the hose to keep the entire car wet. This will prevent water droplets from drying on the paint and leaving water spots. You want to be able to dry the car with towels before it air dries. Save the lower body of the car for last. Scrub the lower body and the wheels last, as these are the dirtiest, grittiest parts. It's a good idea to use a separate wash mitt or sponge on the bottom, as you'll likely end up with a completely soiled wash mitt from this part of the car alone. Clean the tire sidewalls with a plastic brush. If your tires are gritty or have absorbed dirt and grime from the roads you've driven on, you may not be able to successfully clean them using only a sponge or wash mitt. Use a plastic brush with stiff bristles to clean the dirt from your tire sidewalls. Your local auto parts store will sell various brands of Tire and Wheel Cleaner, which will help you effectively scrub off dirt from the rubber tires. If you choose to, you can use vinyl/rubber/plastic conditioner for dark-colored plastic parts and for tires. This should be available for purchase at your local auto parts store. Spray the hose over the bottom of your car. At some point after you've washed the majority of your car's surfaces, use the spray from your hose to rinse the bottom of the car, from various angles. This is particularly important when the car has been exposed to salt, which can damage and corrode the underside of your vehicle. Dry the vehicle with fresh towels. Don't be afraid to use several towels while drying your vehicle—fully wipe down all surfaces that you've washed, in order to prevent rust from building up. Make sure not to leave any water standing on your vehicle once it's dried, as this can tarnish the paint or cause rust. Microfiber towels work the best for drying all car surfaces. When you're finished using them, toss them in the washing machine. When laundering, don't use fabric softener on microfiber towels. It can become trapped in the pores, then leach out, leaving a residue on the car surface. Wax the car once it’s been dried. Wax (or similar polish) should be applied to a clean, dry car. You may need to wax the vehicle more than once: the failure of water to stand up in beads (or the presence of small pools of water on the car's surface) after washing is a sign to re-wax. Abrasive polishes are rarely, if ever, needed with modern car paints and risk unexpected damage scouring through a clear coat. Wax (or one of the newer polymer products) protects the paint from the sun so it doesn't fade or deteriorate. It also protects the finish from the flying grit kicked up by the vehicles in front of yours on the highway. Polymer products last longer than wax. The ones purchased at auto supply stores are just as durable as the ones the car dealers sell you for hundreds of dollars. Treat rust and paint damage as needed. Remove rust from the car and touch up the paint if there is significant damage, or easily stabilize and seal small scrapes and rust spots with rust converter. Wash off any grit or corrosive pre-treatment chemicals, allow rust converter time to dry and cure, and do not wax a fresh paint finish. Adhesive accessories such as door and bumper guards and reflective patches stick best to a clean, dry, not-too-waxy car. Stick things such as touch-up paint or stick-on accessories to car before waxing it. A polymer wax-like product such as “Nu Finish” can be much easier to buff off than real wax, even if it is allowed to dry longer than necessary first. Apply a water-repellent treatment to the windows. Apply RainX or similar water-repellent treatment to clean, dry glass to repel water from it and improve visibility. Reapply the repellent when water no longer forms small beads. Do this every few months on side and back windows as may be desired, every month or so on the windshield, where it is most needed and from which the wipers will tend to rub it off. Glass cleaner can get the windows a little clearer than can just car wash soap and water, but drying them with microfiber towels after washing the car can make them sparkle just as much. Clean both the insides and outsides of the windows. Use baby wipes to wipe the windshield free of any dirt.
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Park the car out of direct sunlight. Set everything you will need near the car. Fill a bucket with water. Fill another bucket with plain water. Hose off the car to loosen and soften the dirt. Wash the wheels first. Wash your car using a large wash mitt. Wash the car section by section, starting at the top. Scrub off bird droppings or splattered bugs. Keep the wash mitt clean. Rinse each section after you’ve washed it. Keep the entire car wet as you wash it. Save the lower body of the car for last. Clean the tire sidewalls with a plastic brush. Spray the hose over the bottom of your car. Dry the vehicle with fresh towels. Wax the car once it’s been dried. Treat rust and paint damage as needed. Apply a water-repellent treatment to the windows.
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How to Cure Postnasal Drip
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To cure postnasal drip, add 1/2 a teaspoon of salt to a glass of warm water and gargle with it, which can help clear up mucus in your throat. You can also try taking a hot shower or holding your head over a bowl of steamy water since steam can clear up your sinuses. If you want to flush out the mucus in your nose, use an over-the-counter nasal spray or a Neti pot.
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Remove allergens from the environment when possible. Allergens such as dust, pollen, pet dander, and mold can irritate the nasal cavity and lead to postnasal drip. Bathe pets to remove dander that may cause an irritation leading to postnasal drip. It may be necessary to remove pets from the home if the allergic reaction and postnasal drip is severe. Remove (flowering and non-flowering) plants from the home. Enclose unused pillows and mattresses in plastic to minimize allergens while sleeping. Clean your living areas, such as by sweeping, mopping, and dusting. Use a HEPA air purifier to remove allergenic irritants from the environment. An air purifier cleanses the air. Make sure to keep it on while you sleep as well. In addition, using a humidifier can add moisture to the air, which relieves the irritation in the nasal cavity. When the nasal cavity is irritated, it produces excess mucus as a response. If you don't have a humidifier, take a hot shower and inhale the steam. Consult an allergist or take an allergy test. Chronic postnasal drip could be caused by an underlying food allergy that you don't yet know about or have recently developed. Check with an allergist to see if you could be allergic to something and not yet know it. The two main allergies are to gluten/wheat and dairy. Dairy is often linked to sinus, upper respiratory, and throat problems, while wheat is often associated gastrointestinal tract problems. Since dairy is a likely culprit, phase dairy out of your diet for one month. If you experience no change in your symptoms, you've ruled out dairy as a possible allergen. If you experience an improvement in symptoms, you know that your body reacts to dairy by producing more mucus, although studies indicate a no clear link between dairy and mucus production. Drink plenty of fluids to remain hydrated. Dehydration can aggravate the symptoms of rhinitis and postnasal drip. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which can cause dehydration. Water is the best choice to remain hydrated while suffering from rhinitis and postnasal drip. Look at your urine to determine if you're getting enough water during the day. If your urine is yellow, you're probably not getting enough water. If your urine is clearer, with at most a hint of yellow, you're probably drinking enough water. Drinking warm fluids, such as water, is especially helpful for relieving postnasal drip. Blow your nose frequently to remove excess mucus in the nasal cavity. Blowing the nose can remove irritants, which causes a buildup of mucus. For mucus that cannot be cleared after blowing the nose, some people prefer snorting and spitting the excess mucus from the back of the throat, avoiding bad breath and dry mouth. Rinse the nasal cavity to remove mucus causing irritants. Over the counter saline kits and nasal sprays are available to rinse the nasal cavity. The saline solution flushes the irritants from the nasal cavity, thins the mucus and relieves the membranes in the nose. Try using a Neti pot to clear out the mucus in the sinus and the back of the throat. Be aware, however, that by using a sinus irrigation device you could be removing natural antimicrobial agents that get rid of enemy bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Apply 2 to 3 saline nasal drops every 2 to 3 hours to help moisten your nasal passages and relieve congestion. Try using Nasya oil 2 times daily as a way to relieve postnasal drip. Use over-the-counter decongestants to relieve mucus buildup and postnasal drip. Oral decongestants narrow the blood vessels to reduce the amount of congestion in the nasal cavity. Decongestants are also available in a nasal spray. Use decongestants for only 3 days in succession. If symptoms don't get better after 3 days, discontinue use of decongestants. The use of decongestants after 3 days may be more harmful than helpful because it may lead to rebound congestion. Remove mucus with mucus-thinning medications. Medications such as guaifenesin (Mucinex) are sold OTC and taken in tablet or syrup form. These help to thin out the mucus and make it easier for it to run out. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for how to take these medications and ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure. Ask your doctor for prescription medications to relieve irritation and mucus buildup. The physician can prescribe corticosteroid, antihistamine, and anti-drip sprays to relieve postnasal drip. Corticosteroid sprays, such as Flonase and Nasacort, help to treat the swelling and inflammation in your nasal passages that occurs with allergic rhinitis. Antihistamine sprays can effectively treat allergic rhinitis causes of postnasal drip but are not effective for non-allergic causes. Make a salt water gargle. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to eight ounces of warm or lukewarm water and gargle after lifting your head back. To help cut the mucus even more, add the juice of 1/2 lemon to the salt water and gargle. Do a round of house cleaning. If allergens are haunting your sinuses, the only home treatment you may need is a treatment of your home. Try the following suggestions to remove dust, pollen, and dander from your residence before they come back to bite you — in the nose. Wash your clothes, sheets, pillowcases, and mattresses in hot water regularly. Hot water will kill any bacteria that may be causing your symptoms. Vacuum regularly with true or absolute HEPA filters. Vacuuming with HEPA filters ensures that any allergens are picked up during the vacuuming process. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods. All 3 may make mucus production worse, so it is best to avoid these while you have a cold. Use steam treatments with herbs or oils. Try out a DIY steam treatment by covering your head with a towel and placing it a safe distance from a pot of warm water. Make the steam treatment aromatic by adding tea (ginger, mint, or chamomile, for example) or essential oils (lavender, rosemary, etc.). Take a warm shower. Let the steam of the warm water work its way into your lungs and sinuses while you bathe. Try the lime cure. For this you'll need 3 cups of tea (1 huge cup) and hot water. Add sugar to taste and a little honey. Squeeze in the juice of 1/2 dark green lime. Drink this concoction first thing every morning without food. The lime will clean your liver and your stomach (full of last night's mucus due to the postnasal dripping) and you'll feel lots of energy throughout the day.
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Remove allergens from the environment when possible. Use a HEPA air purifier to remove allergenic irritants from the environment. Consult an allergist or take an allergy test. Drink plenty of fluids to remain hydrated. Blow your nose frequently to remove excess mucus in the nasal cavity. Rinse the nasal cavity to remove mucus causing irritants. Use over-the-counter decongestants to relieve mucus buildup and postnasal drip. Use decongestants for only 3 days in succession. Remove mucus with mucus-thinning medications. Ask your doctor for prescription medications to relieve irritation and mucus buildup. Make a salt water gargle. Do a round of house cleaning. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods. Use steam treatments with herbs or oils. Try the lime cure.
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How to Find the Answer to Most Questions
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To find the answer to most questions, enter specific questions into an online search engine. For example, you could write "Which scientist set the groundwork for quantum physics?" Also, try putting your question in quotation marks, which will eliminate any results that don't answer your specific question. You can even go into the settings on the search engine you're using and adjust the time period so you only get results that were published before or after a date of your choosing.
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Enter specific terms into the search engine. When using an online search engine, try to make your question as clear as possible. Include any details or specifications relevant to your question to narrow down any non-related search results. Instead of "When is Thanksgiving?," for example, you could search, "When is Thanksgiving 2018?" For research questions (like, for example, "Which scientists set the groundwork for quantum physics?"), try an academic search engine like RefSeek, Google Scholar , or BASE. Use quotations for exact questions. If you want very narrow results for your question, you may want to rule out any results that use the same words but do not answer your question. To eliminate these results, put quotations around your entire question. For example, you could search "Where is the best place for clam digging in Washington state?" to get clam digging locations specific to Washington. Use search engine customizations to focus or rule out certain results. Depending on the question, you may find certain search engine customizations useful. Try any of these specifications to narrow the search results: (-): cuts out a word (i.e. "-cats" to cut out results about cats) (~): includes synonyms (i.e. "~funny" to include synonyms like silly or hilarious) (*): include relevant terms (i.e. "math*" might include "algebra" or "statistics") (OR) include one or the other term (i.e. "cats OR dogs" includes either cats or dogs) If you want to find the best resources for studying statistics including relevant terms except "trigonometry," for example, you could search, "What are the best learning resources for statistics*? -trigonometry". Limit your time period for more relevant results. If your question is specific to a recent event, most search engines allow you to cut the results off to a specific publication date. For Google, for example, you can click "Tools" and then adjust the "any time" results button to a more relevant date for your question. You could, for example, search "Where will the 2020 Olympics be held?" and limit the results to 2016 and onward. Ask your smart or home device questions, if applicable. If you have a smart home device (like Siri or Alexa), you can ask it to search questions and find results. Speak your question aloud clearly and within hearing distance of your smart home device so it can find the answer itself or search it for you. You could, for example, ask your smart home device, "Where is the closest pizza delivery service and when does it close?" Many smartphones also have a similar feature that allows you to ask questions aloud. If yours does, ask it a question using the same technique. Use an online encyclopedia for educational questions. If you have an academic question, you may be able to find your answer in an online encyclopedia. Visit an online encyclopedia of your choice and search a term relevant to your question, then search the article for any relevant information. If your question is, "Where was Vincent van Gogh born?," for example, you could search his name in an online encyclopedia and read the beginning of his biography. Some popular online encyclopedias include Wikipedia, Scholarpedia, Encyclopedia Britannica, Infoplease, and HighBeam Encyclopedia. Check academic articles, lectures, and videos. To find an accurate, peer-reviewed answer to your question, the best place to look is academic websites. Search the website for articles, lectures, and videos relevant to your question to gather research towards the answer. Some popular academic websites include Academia, JSTOR, and Bartleby. You could, for example, search for lectures or articles on beluga whale lifespans if your question is, "How do I make a life cycle diagram for beluga whales?" Research your question on specialty websites. Search online for websites related to your question's topic. Use the search engine on the website to ask your question or conduct research on pages related to it. If your question is, "Which Italian restaurant in my city has the best reviews?", for example, you could check Yelp. Ask a Q&A site or message board for basic questions or advice. If you have a simple question that could use a variety of perspectives, post it on a Q&A or message board. The website users can give advice as needed and point you in the right direction to solving your problems. Some popular Q&A websites include Quora, Reddit, and Yahoo! Answers. Asking these sites may be less helpful for research question, as they tend to be less credible than academic sites. Visit a library reference desk for help researching. If you're having a hard time researching on your own, visit a local library and tell them your question. They can direct you to articles, books, and websites that would be most likely to answer your question. University libraries are especially equipped for handling research questions, and many offer their services for free or a reduced fee to non-students. Research professionals in a field related to your question. Use a search engine or academic website to find professionals who study the field your question involves. Make a list of potential professionals to contact based on their relevancy and expertise to your question. If you have a question about dinosaurs during the Jurassic period, for example, you could search "paleontologists Jurassic period." Search for their contact information online. After you've made a list of professionals to contact, use a search engine to find their email address. If you cannot find their contact information, try reaching out to their employer or contacting another professional instead. Many field professionals work as researchers or professors at a university. You could check the university they work at for their email address, if this applies to your intended contact. If you're looking for Dr. Jake Smith's contact information, for example, and he works at Cambridge University, you could search "Dr. Jake Smith Cambridge University." Ask your question in a concise, respectful email. Once you've found their contact information, compose a formal email that asks your question and thanks them for their time. You could write, for example: Dear Dr. Smith, Hello! My name is John, and I'm a student at Harvard University. I enjoyed reading your research on twentieth-century art history and had a question for you about Salvador Dali. Would you consider his early work part of the surrealist or dada movement and why? I'm fascinated by surrealism and was curious about how Dali's work matured into that art form over time. Thanks so much for your help! Best, John Doe If your professional does not have an email but offers a snail mail address, you could always send a letter instead. Send the email or letter and wait. After sending the email, give the professional several weeks to respond. If they don't reply after 1-2 months, try verifying their contact information or sending a brief follow-up email. After sending the first follow-up email, do not contact the professional again until they contact you first. They may be too busy to answer the question at this moment.
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Enter specific terms into the search engine. Use quotations for exact questions. Use search engine customizations to focus or rule out certain results. Limit your time period for more relevant results. Ask your smart or home device questions, if applicable. Use an online encyclopedia for educational questions. Check academic articles, lectures, and videos. Research your question on specialty websites. Ask a Q&A site or message board for basic questions or advice. Visit a library reference desk for help researching. Research professionals in a field related to your question. Search for their contact information online. Ask your question in a concise, respectful email. Send the email or letter and wait.
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How to Know if You Stand a Chance with Someone You Like
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A good way to know if you stand a chance with someone you like is to flirt with them and see how they react. Make eye contact with them, smile, and compliment them on something. If they face you a lot, make eye contact, and smile back, you might have a good chance with them. You should also show an interest in their life by asking questions about the things they're passionate about. If they ask you questions back and remember things about your life, you probably have a good shot. In general, if they try to spend time alone with you or talk to you a lot in groups, there's a high chance they like you too!
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Assess your current status with them. If you have never spoken to the person you like, this could be potentially advantageous or problematic for you, depending upon the situation. If you are already friends with them or know them in some capacity, it may be easier to approach them with this information — and more risky. The more aware you are of your status with them currently, the better able you will be to develop an approach that will be successful. If they are currently in a relationship, you should respect that relationship and not initiate any romantic contact. If you are just acquaintances, you stand very little risk, but you also don't know if they like you at all. You should assess their actions and move forward if you think you could have a chance or it feels important to you to express your feelings (though you should be good at handling rejection and not taking it personally before you take this risk blindly). If you are just friends, you know them already, but you also run the risk of messing up your friendship. Think about if changing your friendship is worth it and if you could still be friends if they are not interested. Talk to your friends. Your friends, particularly those who know the person you like, will be able to give you invaluable insight into whether or not you have a chance with them. Think about which friends will be honest with you — some of your friends may be too afraid to hurt your feelings and encourage you, even if they don't think you really have a chance with that person. If you have a friend with a history of being honest with you, even in difficult situations, ask their opinion of whether or not you should make a move on the person you like. The next time you all are around the person you like, ask your friends to pay attention to the situation so they can give you feedback later. Plan a group outing. A group outing is a great way to assess their level of interest in a non-threatening way. Plan a trip to the bowling alley, movie theater, or mall and invite them as well as your mutual friends. This is a great way to interact with them in a safe setting and have your friends exist as buffers should you get nervous or should things get awkward. If they try to stay close to you throughout the night, more so than with others, you can determine that you do have a chance with them. Group outings are also a great way to allow them to see you having fun which could result in them developing an interest in you. Watch their friends. Often times, when people have a crush, they tell their friends and their friends give away clues. Notice if when you are around them, if their friends make little jokes or hint at a relationship between the two of you. If they encourage physical contact, like trying to make the two of you hold hands, this could also be a sign that your crush is crushing on you, as well. Check out their social media. See if they have posted anything lately about having a crush or being interested in someone. Don't search too far back into their history, however. Opt instead to just skim over what kinds of things they have been posting over the past few weeks. You never know, one of their statuses or tweets could be about you! This may also help you figure out if there's someone else in the picture. If they post something like, "Had and incredible day with someone really special!" and you didn't see them all day, then you might consider that they have a crush on someone else. See if they allow you into their personal space. If your crush backs away from you when you get close, this could be a sign that they are not interested. If they remain in the same spot or move closer to you, however, then perhaps they do like you. When you are interested in someone, often times you want to maintain a closeness with that person. Think about if your crush goes one step further and initiates contact with you. Do they give you hight fives, hug, or tickle you? This may indicate they have feelings for you, too. Reflect on how often they try to spend time with you. One of the true markers of whether someone is interested is if they make an effort to be around you. If you do not know the person, this information may be less relevant, but if you are already friends or if you are in a class together, this can easily be assessed. If they try to spend alone time with you, this could be a sign that they like you. If they try to be your partner on a group project or sit with you at lunch, this could also be a sign that they are interested. Also consider how much and often they text or call you and if they regularly like or comment on your social media posts. If you are acquaintances, notice if they say hello or make an effort to chat with you when you cross paths. Assess their level of engagement. One surefire way to know if someone is interested is to assess the kinds and quality of interactions the two of you have. Typically, when someone likes you, they will try to learn more about you, often through asking questions. They also tend to notice you more closely than the average person or friend would. Think back on any times that your crush remembered something about you or something you told them in the past. If you can think of such times, then it is likely that they like you. Consider the kinds of questions they ask you. The deeper the questions, the more likely it is that they are interested. Assess their body language. Beyond them trying to get closer to you, consider other ways that people show interest via body language. Often times, when someone makes eye contact with you when you are speaking or when they are speaking to you, this can be an indicator of attraction. Eye contact is a way that people show interest in the conversation and, by extension, how they express interest in others. Notice as well how they interact with others. If you see them being touchy feely with everyone else, but not with you, then perhaps they are not interested. At the same time, treating you differently from everyone else could indicate they feel nervous around you. Because body language can be confusing, try to look at other factors, as well. Notice if they face you in a crowd, gravitate towards you, or sit near you when possible. See how they react to your touch. Their reaction to your touch says a lot. You might try touching them on the arm during conversation, such as when they make you laugh, or even resting your head on their shoulder if you are friends. These are great ways to test how comfortable they are around you. If they don't like you, they will likely tense up, and this can serve as your sign to stop touching them in that moment. However, if they feel comfortable with you, they will act normal or even better, eventually start touching you back! If they start touching you back, this is one of the biggest signs that they may develop feelings for you. Try touching their shoulder randomly for a second or two while they're speaking or elbowing them gently and casually in the arm when they make a funny joke. The safest way to touch them is to mirror the ways they touch you. If they do things like nudge you in the shoulder or hug you when they see you, then you can do those things with them as well, without them first initiating. Change up your body language. Flirtation and expressing affection for someone is about much more than just words. Your body can also express your feelings. Use your body language to make gestures that indicate that you like them. Lean into them slightly when they talk. Look softly at them in their eyes when they speak. Smile brightly at them when you see them or when they say something cute. Laugh at their jokes. Put your hand on their shoulder briefly when you laugh at them or touch their knee briefly when you sit side by side and are speaking to them. You can also hug them when you see them and when you are about to leave. Compliment them more. This is a great way to let someone know you like them without actually having to tell them. Most people enjoy receiving compliments and your crush is likely no exception. If they look particularly attractive one day, let them know. If they do well on a school project or an assignment at work, let them know that you admire their intelligence and work ethic. If this is a little too bold for you, you might simply say, "It's been really fun talking to you," as you part ways. Don't overdo the compliments, however. Too much of a good thing can sometimes be a bad thing. Stick to once or twice weekly for a while. Show interest in them. Being a good listener is often a very attractive quality, and it shows that you are interested in their lives, interests, and opinions. When your crush is talking, ask questions and make eye contact so they know you are listening. Try to remember key parts of the conversation so you can bring it up again later. For instance, if your crush was talking about a band that they like, you might go home and listen to them. The next time you see your crush, you can say, "Hey, I checked out that band you were talking about!" Or if your crush says they are nervous about a big test coming up, you can follow up later by asking them how it went. Be respectful. Whether your crush likes you or not, you should always maintain respect for them. People respond positively to being respected and treated well and your crush is no different. Whether you begin dating this person or if they ask you to maintain your distance, never speak badly of them and always respect their boundaries. In addition to only speaking kindly of them, respect their wishes. If they ask you to tone it down on the flirting, you should do so. Give them the space that they need. Go for it! If you have determined that you have a chance with your crush, whether that chance is slight or large, you should go for it. Set aside some time to talk to them in person and tell them how you feel. Do it in a quiet space like a park so that noise does not distract them. Face to face interaction is best, but if you cannot do so, you can also write them a letter or call them on the phone. Good luck! Remember that if they are not interested in dating you, it's not a reflection on you. It simply means this isn't the person for you. You deserve to be with someone who is excited to date you, so try not to waste any more time on this person. Evaluate your feelings. Before you make a decision to pursue this person fully, you should think critically and carefully about why you like them and why you want develop a relationship with them. Sometimes, we find ourselves developing false attractions to others just because they are popular or because someone else likes them. Take a few moments to think about the things that you like or that intrigue you about this person and determine if a relationship with them is worth exploring. For instance, if you want to date them just because they are attractive, this may not be a good enough reason to pursue a relationship. However, if your heart skips a beat when you see them or if it makes you jealous to see them date other people, your feelings may be worth exploring. Journal your thoughts. After taking some time to think about the person you like and why you like them, consider writing out your thoughts on paper or in your diary. Many people benefit from processing their thoughts via writing and this can often help elicit thoughts and feelings that you may not have been aware of. Write out a pros and cons list of pursuing a relationship with this person. Determine if they are a good match for you. Often times, we can be so caught up in the emotions of liking someone that we forget to consider logic. Though having a crush can be an exciting time, it can also be a time when people make foolish decisions. Certainly follow your heart, but make sure your head is involved in the process. Consider the values this person has and if they align with your own values. For instance, if you are very religious but this person is not, that could be a problem in the future. Don't ignore this. If you don't know the person very well, you may not know much yet about their values. You can, however, look for any glaring red flags. For instance, you may have heard that this person is always getting hauled into the principal's office for bad behavior, or has even been in trouble with the law. As cute and mysterious as this person might seem, this is a red flag that you probably shouldn't date them. Talk to someone you trust. Though your friends can be a great source of help and support, sometimes you can't beat the advice of mom and dad. They have likely experienced many more crushes in their lives than your friends have and might have very good advice on how to proceed and whether or not you should proceed at all. You might say something like “Hey Mom, I was wondering have you ever had a crush on someone but didn't know if you have a chance with them? I'd like some advice.” Work on overcoming your shyness. Perhaps you are a person who keeps to themselves and is very quiet. You may find it difficult or stressful to make friends or interact with new people. Instead of thinking of yourself as being nervous, consider yourself as being excited. Often times, the feelings these emotions elicit are very similar but it is up to us to control our minds so that we can be the masters of our own destiny. Stay calm, take deep breaths, and approach the situation with confidence and excitement. Make a list of your strengths to help boost your confidence. Try writing out what you would like to say to your crush. Practice your conversation in the mirror, and visualize the conversation going really well.
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Assess your current status with them. Talk to your friends. Plan a group outing. Watch their friends. Check out their social media. See if they allow you into their personal space. Reflect on how often they try to spend time with you. Assess their level of engagement. Assess their body language. See how they react to your touch. Change up your body language. Compliment them more. Show interest in them. Be respectful. Go for it! Evaluate your feelings. Journal your thoughts. Determine if they are a good match for you. Talk to someone you trust. Work on overcoming your shyness.
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How to Grow and Use Aloe Vera for Medicinal Purposes
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To grow and use aloe vera for medicinal purposes, start by purchasing an aloe vera plant from a garden center. Then, repot it in a larger pot with fast-draining soil, because aloe vera plants will wilt if the soil drains too slowly. You'll want to keep your aloe vera plant in full sunlight and water it whenever the top 2 inches of soil dry out. When you need to harvest aloe gel, remove some leaves from the plant, cut them in half, and squeeze out the gel. You can apply the gel to calm sunburn or treat small burns.
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Purchase an aloe vera plant. Purchase a small plant from a garden store and then repot it in a larger container. If you care for the plant properly , it will thrive and produce plenty of aloe for medicinal use. Choose a wide container to repot your aloe plant since aloes tend to produce offshoots, or baby aloe plants. Use appropriate soil. The most important point to remember while using soil for growing Aloe vera plants is that the soil should be moderately fertile and fast draining, as the plant itself contains a lot of water and will wilt if the soil is not fast draining. Use a good quality commercial propagation mix or pre-packaged "cacti and succulent mix" as they allow good drainage. Keep your aloe vera plant in full sun. If you prefer to keep the plant inside, place in a window for maximum sunlight. If you are in mild climatic conditions, take care to provide enough direct light. Artificial light may be used if you do not have much sunlight in your region. In areas that receive frost or snow the species is best kept indoors or in heated glasshouses. Check the soil before you water your aloe vera plant. Stick your finger into the dirt to determine if you plant needs to be watered. Allow the first 1-2 inches of soil to dry out completely between waterings. Since aloe vera plants are native to dry, hot regions, they can survive droughts, but the plants will be more likely to thrive if watered every few days. Water your aloe vera plants less in the winter, since the plants will drain more slowly. Over watering can cause rot to form, which may kill your plant. Repot your plant as needed. When potted aloe plants become crowded with baby plants growing from the sides of the mother plant, they should be divided and re-potted to allow room for further growth and help prevent pest infestations. You will have to completely remove your aloe plant from its pot to find these baby plants. Use sharp scissors or a knife to sever them from the mother plant. Repot the mother plant when you are finished and transfer each of the baby plants to their own pot. Collect aloe gel as needed for medicinal use. Your aloe plant's leaves are filled with aloe gel that you can harvest as needed for medicinal use. Wait until you need the gel to harvest it. When you need some aloe gel, cut one of the leaves from your aloe plant and squeeze or scoop out the clear aloe gel. If you are harvesting a large amount, you may need to cut the leaf in half (lengthwise) in order to get all of the gel out. Try to only harvest as much as you need at one time. If you have any leftover gel, you can store it in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to a week. Apply aloe after exposure to the sun. You can apply fresh aloe gel to your sunburn to help cool and heal your burn. Apply the gel to your sunburnt skin and reapply ever few hours or as needed to keep your skin moisturized. Try refrigerating some aloe gel for an hour or two before applying it to your sunburnt skin. The chilled aloe will have a nice cooling effect. Keep in mind that although people have been using aloe as a treatment for sunburns for ages, there is no conclusive scientific research that aloe has a healing effect on sunburnt skin. Apply aloe vera to minor burns. Aloe may be effective for treating minor burns. It may even reduce healing time. Apply a small amount of the gel to your burn. Do not apply aloe gel to skin that is bleeding, blistered, or otherwise severely damaged. Massage aloe vera gel into your scalp to prevent dandruff. Aloe vera gel has been found likely to be effective for treating dandruff. All you have to do is massage a small amount of the gel into your scalp. After you have washed your hair, rub a small amount of aloe gel between your hands (about the same amount you would use to shampoo your hair). Then use your fingertips to massage the gel into your scalp and leave the gel in your hair. Repeat this process each time you wash your hair. Apply aloe to cold sores. Aloe has been found likely to be effective as a treatment for the herpes virus, also known as cold sores. When you feel a cold sore coming on, get a small amount of aloe gel on your fingertip and dab it onto the sore. Repeat the application as needed to keep the sore covered in aloe gel. Apply aloe to dry skin. Aloe can also be used as a moisturizer or treatment for dry skin. Try replacing your normal lotion with fresh aloe vera gel. Use the aloe gel the same way that you would use a body lotion. Apply it to the skin all over your body and massage it in until it is absorbed.
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Purchase an aloe vera plant. Use appropriate soil. Keep your aloe vera plant in full sun. Check the soil before you water your aloe vera plant. Repot your plant as needed. Collect aloe gel as needed for medicinal use. Apply aloe after exposure to the sun. Apply aloe vera to minor burns. Massage aloe vera gel into your scalp to prevent dandruff. Apply aloe to cold sores. Apply aloe to dry skin.
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How to Get Angry
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If you want to get angry, focus on things you would normally let slide. For instance, if your friend talks about other people behind their back, take a stand and tell them to stop spreading gossip! If you're used to apologizing for your anger, decide to stop making excuses and let yourself be angry. Besides being angry at things in your own life, take a look at the news to channel your anger towards some of the injustices in the world. After all, you can use anger as motivation to make changes in your own life and your community. For example, if you're angry that a coworker gets complimented on their work while you get ignored, put that angry energy into doing a better job next week!
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Focus on the things that you usually let slide. If you want to get angry to get motivated and learn to use your anger for positive change in your life, it's important to go about it the right way. The easiest way to make yourself angry? Sweat the small stuff. Your boss usually slams you with work last minute, just as you're about to head off shift? If you usually grin and bear it, let some anger creep in. Your partner sometimes keeps you frozen out, being uncommunicative and cold? Don't sweep it under the rug and make excuses. Get angry. Your friend talks about your other friends behind their backs, constantly tattling and spreading gossip? Don't ignore bad behavior like this. Always take it personally. The next time someone starts a sentence with, "Don't take this personally, but..." all you've got to do is refuse. Assume everything is a personal slight, or has an ulterior motive behind it, to let yourself get motivated. Don't just look at words, look at actions. If someone talks over you constantly, or forgets your name, or decides to ignore you for some reason, assume ill intent. Focus on your own disadvantages. If you want to project your anger outward, one way of motivation yourself can be to blame circumstances. If you grew up in a working class home, use that to explain your inability to get ahead, and let it motivate yourself to work harder than those who grew up with silver spoon in mouth. Also, stay focused on other people's advantages in the world. If someone went to a college you'd never be able to afford, use that to explain their success, instead of their skill. Stay focused on what other people have that you do not have. Focus on injustice you see in the world. Sometimes all you've got to do to get furious is to pay attention to what's happening around you. Pick up the newspaper, turn on the radio, and stay focused on stories on injustice in the world. It's all around you. Cue up an investigative documentary online for a quick fix of global fury. Some classics include "The Act of Killing" or "Thin Blue Line." Stop making excuses for angry outbursts. You can't always control the situations that make you angry, all of the time, but you do have power of how you choose to express your anger. Anger is something you can bring out in yourself, and learn to control, and you can start doing it today. Don't cop out and believe that your anger is beyond your ability to control it, or that you can't use anger. Look at your anger as a tool you can use. Anger is like water. Properly harnessed, you can use it for great power and energy, channeling it to propel turbines and create electricity that keeps a whole town running. Uncontrolled, it creates tidal waves that destroys that same town. Learn to build up your anger dams properly, and you can use that anger for good, constructive purposes, not to lay waste to tiny villages. Set manageable goals for your anger. Anger doesn't have to be an all or nothing proposition. You need to adopt a manageable series of goals for yourself to get things under control, but use that anger in a product way. Never attempt to stop getting angry. Don't choose to control your anger, choose to control the way your anger manifests itself. If you yell while you're angry, make the goal of not raising your voice when you feel angry. Learn to communicate without shouting as a goal. If you bottle up your anger and suddenly release it at seemingly little things, make your goal processing the things that make you angry before they turn into rage somewhere down the road. However your anger manifests itself, the most unhealthy thing that you can do is become violent with yourself or with others. Under no circumstances should you allow yourself to punch things, break things, or hit anyone. Identify your biggest anger triggers. What is it that sets you off? Try to identify and anticipate the situations, places, and people who get your anger boiling, so you can learn to prepare to address your anger when it arises, and channel that anger into its most productive uses. Dig slightly below the surface. If you say that "your boss" sometimes makes you angry, try an think about when, where, and why that's the case. What does your boss emphasize that makes you feel angry? Try to understand what happens. Be as honest as possible. If you're feeling angry because you're embarrassed that your boss called you out in front of the other employees, was it warranted? Did you screw up and deserve it, or was it totally out of the blue? Set anger speed limits and recognize your limits. Psychologist John Riskind suggests that the most dangerous element of anger is the feeling that it's speeding up and quickly moving out of our control. This feeling often makes people do things that might seem helpful in the immediate sense, like yelling at the person who cut you off in traffic, but which have a longer-lasting consequence, of embarrassing your partner, threatening a stranger, and raising your blood pressure. He assigns the values accordingly: 90 miles per hour and above: boiling, explosive, violent 70-85: fuming, outraged, infuriated, enraged 50-65 miles per hour
: bitter, indignant
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, annoyed, irritated, frustrated Below 30: calm and cool, peaceful, tranquil Snap a rubber band around your wrist to keep it in change. It's important to abruptly snap yourself to attention to avoid a violent outburst and recollect your thoughts. For a lot of people, if you're getting into the 90 mph (140 km/h) + territory on a regular basis, a little pain reminder can be extremely helpful. Put a rubber band around your wrist and snap it every time you feel yourself becoming angry enough to boil over. Let the little pain reminder center your thoughts and focus. You're bigger than your anger. When your anger gets above the normal speed limits, you're going to need progressively more time to decompress and process that anger. Learn to assign a value to your anger, then prepare to process it, and start doing so immediately. Leave the situation for the moment, if necessary. In some cases, the best way to start processing your anger in the moment is just to leave the room, leave the house, leave the office, and give yourself a chance to decompress for a minute. If anyone looks up, curious about what you're doing, say something outlaid, which can help to reinforce what you're doing to yourself, as well as everyone else. Say something like: "I'm fine, I just need to get some air." "I'm going for a walk, I'm ok, I'll be right back." "I'm a little frustrated, so I'm going to go outside for a minute. Everything's fine." Breathe. It's a cliché for a reason. Deep breathing is proven to reduce stress hormones and calm you down more quickly than anything else. Close your eyes and take five deep breaths, holding it for five seconds, then releasing it slowly. This might seem corny, but visualize your anger as a black, goopy substance that you breathe out every time you exhale. As you hold your breath, feel it building up and feel the relief as you let it move out of your body. Address the issue calmly, if you can. It's important to not avoid the things that make you angry, but control your outburst response and return to address things in a calm and collected way. If you've slowed down to a more manageable speed limit, you'll be able to do that. Head back into the meeting and tell your boss privately why you felt singled out unfairly. Ask what you can do to avoid this situation next time. Use a calm, even tone. Use your anger to make positive shifts. Anger can be a powerful motivational tool. Michael Jordan used to tack up trash talking quotes from other players in his locker and use it as motivation, which fueled six NBA championships and numerous other accolades. Instead of letting your anger bubble over and break a dish in your kitchen, use it to get things done. If you get angry that another employee constantly gets complimented while you are ignored, put that angry energy into doing more and better work next week. Do so much work you'll have to get noticed. If you get angry at something more difficult to identify or understand, like feelings of frustration with your relationship, you'll need to focus on communicating your feelings and discussing them with the parties involved. It might take making a big change, like breaking up, if you feel like you're in an unchangeable situation. Get to work. The best way to deal with anger is to get busy with whatever work it is you've got to do. Productive things you can do instead of letting anger drive you into an unproductive mud hole: Clean the kitchen Organize your garage Do homework Bake something delicious Hit the heavy bag at the gym Write Let yourself be emotional periodically. Remember that it's never wrong to feel anger, it's only wrong to allow your anger to overwhelm your sensibilities and force you to do things you know are wrong, or are inappropriate. The feeling that your anger is wrong will often force angry people to bottle up the rage and make it worse down the line. Get physical. Aside from offering an excellent distraction from whatever it is that's making you angry, getting some exercise can be an excellent way of processing anger and ridding your body of stress, upping the production of endorphins that will relax you in the long run. It's difficult to feel angry too long when you're too busy sweating to care. Do something that will keep you moving: Play basketball Try boxing Go jogging Try circuit training Avoid self-destructive anger management. While it may seem like smoking a cigarette or taking a shot of whiskey might be a good anger-reliever, depending on self-destructive externals to help you get through your angry patches won't serve you in the long term. Not to mention the fact that alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs actually increase and amplify the physical effects of anger, like blood pressure and heart disease. Understand how anger affects your physical and emotional health. Everyone gets angry. Properly managed, anger is a motivational tool and a perfectly normal emotion. But for a lot of people, that anger can quickly spiral out of control, which can be harmful to your physical and emotional well being. High levels of stress and anger come with higher rates of heart disease, cholesterol levels, diabetes, immune system problems, insomnia, and high blood pressure. People who suffer from frequent outbursts of anger often report clouded thinking, difficulty concentrating, and higher instances of depression.
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Focus on the things that you usually let slide. Always take it personally. Focus on your own disadvantages. Focus on injustice you see in the world. Stop making excuses for angry outbursts. Look at your anger as a tool you can use. Set manageable goals for your anger. Identify your biggest anger triggers. Set anger speed limits and recognize your limits. Snap a rubber band around your wrist to keep it in change. Leave the situation for the moment, if necessary. Breathe. Address the issue calmly, if you can. Use your anger to make positive shifts. Get to work. Let yourself be emotional periodically. Get physical. Avoid self-destructive anger management. Understand how anger affects your physical and emotional health.
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How to Sex Tortoises
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To sex tortoises, pick up the tortoise and examine its lower shell. If the lower shell is indented, or concave, it is most likely male. If the lower shell is flat or convex, it is most likely female. You can feel the lower shell with your fingers if you need to confirm its shape. Next, look at the end of the lower shell for a "V" or "U" shaped indent where the tail comes out. A male will have a noticeably wider, more open shape than a female.
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Pick up the tortoise. Hold the tortoise in both hands, being careful not to drop it. Hold the tortoise up high enough to be able to see underneath it. Do not flip the tortoise on its back. This is very stressful for the animal. If the tortoise is too big to lift above your head, try lifting it just slightly off the ground. Then, get down low enough to see underneath it. Look at the lower shell. The shell underneath the tortoise is called the plastron. Taking a look at this part of the shell is often the easiest way to tell a tortoise's sex. If the plastron is indented, or concave, it is most likely male. The concave plastron helps the male to more easily mount the female. If the plastron is flat or convex, it is most likely female. A flat or bulging plastron helps the female carry more eggs. Touch the shell to confirm its shape. Determining the shape of the plastron might not be easy with only your eyes. You can feel the underside of the tortoise to determine if the shape is convex, flat, or concave. Look at the tail end of the plastron. This is called the anal scute. The scute will have an indent that is shaped like a "V" or a "U." This indent is just underneath where the tail comes out. A male's anal scute usually forms a wider, more open angle, with the points farther from the marginals to allow the tail to move freely. A female's anal scute will form a tighter angle, with points close to the marginals. This offers her more protection. Put the tortoise back down. Don't hold the tortoise in the air for longer than necessary. This can be stressful for them. Return the tortoise to its usual environment as quickly as possible. Look for sex based on coloration if possible. Not all species of tortoise can be sexed based on the color of their shell. However, in general, males will have somewhat brighter coloration than females. This can be especially true when they are mating. Males are usually smaller than females, too. Red-footed tortoises are an exception. In this species, the males are generally the same size as the females. Examine the carapace. The carapace is the upper shell. In a few species, the shape of the carapace can reveal the sex of the tortoise. If you know your tortoise is one of these species, examine the shape of the shell for clues. For example: Male hinge-back tortoises have more elongated bodies, while the females are rounder. Male Hermann's tortoises will be a little bit wider at the rear than the females of the same species. Look at the tortoise’s tail. You may be able to do this without picking up the tortoise. If the tortoise is afraid, or in a new place, it might not appreciate being picked up. You can get down to the tortoise's level to try to see the tail. Determining sex by the tail length is great for tortoises that you cannot pick up for whatever reason. Assess the tail’s length. There is no set length of a tortoise's tail. However, males of most species have much longer tails than the females. You may notices the male's tail moving from side to side. A female's tail is usually shorter than the end of a cotton swab. A male's tale will be longer than that, but still not huge. Compare the tortoise’s tail to photographs. If you've never looked at a tortoise's tail before, you might not have a sense of what is a long tail or a short tail. You can look up pictures of male and female tortoise tails for comparison. If you know the species of the tortoise, look up pictures of that specific species for accuracy. Call your veterinarian. Make sure they work with reptiles and are familiar with tortoises. If your veterinarian does not feel comfortable working with a tortoise, you can ask if they can recommend someone else you can call. Bring the tortoise in to be sexed. You'll need to make sure that the tortoise is fully mature. If the tortoise is not mature, the vet won't be able to accurately determine the sex of the tortoise. Some species can take 15-20 years to become fully mature, so you may be waiting a while. Ask a zoologist. If your vet is unable to see your tortoise, you can call your local zoo or aquarium. A professional there may be willing to look at the tortoise and determine its sex. You can also take a picture of the tortoise to bring in if bringing in the tortoise isn't viable. If you choose to bring in a photo, make sure to photograph the tail and the lower shell of the tortoise, as those are the most obvious indicators of a tortoise's sex.
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Pick up the tortoise. Look at the lower shell. Touch the shell to confirm its shape. Look at the tail end of the plastron. Put the tortoise back down. Look for sex based on coloration if possible. Examine the carapace. Look at the tortoise’s tail. Assess the tail’s length. Compare the tortoise’s tail to photographs. Call your veterinarian. Bring the tortoise in to be sexed. Ask a zoologist.
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How to Subdivide Property
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Before subdividing your property, run a title search to make sure there are no competing claims to your property. After confirming your title, contact your local planning office to inquire about whether your property qualifies for subdivision. Then, hire a surveyor, developer, or civil engineer to help you create a “plat,” which is a to-scale map that identifies boundaries, easements, flood zones, and roadways. Submit the plat, along with your certificiate of title and any application fees, to your local planning board, and stay in contact with the board during the approval process.
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Understand what subdividing property means. Subdividing property means dividing it into several parts. Land owners typically subdivide their property into multiple residential units. This usually increases the value of the land. When the land is subdivided into more than one lot, each lot is then sold to one or more buyers. This is more profitable than keeping the property as one residential unit. Smaller residential lots may be easier to sell than larger pieces of land. This increases the overall value of the land. Evaluate the risk of subdividing your property. Subdividing property is commonplace among land developers, builders, real estate agents and other professionals. However, if you are new to the process, it can be risky if you don't do your due diligence. Evaluate a number of preliminary items to determine whether your property is even eligible for subdivision. You could waste a lot of time and money designing and applying for a subdivision when your property isn't even eligible. Consider the size and scope of your plans. The complexities associated with subdividing property increase as the property size increases. It is less complicated to subdivide a smaller piece of property (one that is less than an acre in size) into only two plots. Larger projects are more complex. Once you start planning to divide properties that are larger than an acre into three or more plots, things get much more complicated. Other factors that complicate subdivision of property include whether the lot fronts an existing public road and whether you intend to build new roads, utilities and other infrastructure. Depending on the site design and layout, a subdivision project can easily escalate into a full-scale community development project. Check for restrictions. Make sure there are no local ordinances, neighborhood covenants or deed restrictions that may block your plans. A title search will identify any of these problems as well as the existence of any outstanding liens or other claims on the land. Find a title company. Your real estate agent or lender can recommend one with whom they usually work, or you can get recommendations from peers. The title company does the title search to make sure that the seller has the legal right to sell the property. Once the title company verifies the validity of the title, they will release a title-opinion letter that states their findings. The title company will also issue title insurance. Title insurance protects the buyer should previous owners or debtors state they have a claim on the property. During the title search, the title company scrutinizes old deeds to verify that the seller is the only owner of the property. The title search also uncovers any unpaid debts on the property, such as taxes, liens or loans. Estimate the impact of the market on your subdivided property. Make sure there is a market for lots in your area. Sell them at a price that makes sense. Research the market and other properties in the area to determine a lot size, layout and price that is marketable in the area. Consult a trusted real estate agent with local experience for advice on this matter. Get input from other builders who have worked in your area. Understand that the location of your property impacts its current value and how it might appreciate. Study the values of properties that are currently on the market in the area and others that have sold in the recent past. For example, if you are planning to subdivide property to build residential homes, determine the home and lot size that will carry the highest value in your location. If most homes that sell in the area are smaller or are on smaller lots, don't elect to build large, expensive houses on big lots. They won't sell for nearly as much as they might in a more upscale neighborhood. An appraiser won't be able to assign a value to a home that's any higher than the highest home price in the location. So it's wise to research the market and begin with an appropriate size and price in mind. Understand zoning and other requirements. Even if there are no ordinances, covenants or other restrictions stopping you from subdividing the land, local zoning, subdivision and property-development laws may affect your plans. Every municipality and county has its own zoning regulations, lot- and building-size restrictions and requirements pertaining to open space. Research these laws before investing in any plans to subdivide the property. It is possible to apply for zoning variances, which may be granted if your request is deemed reasonable. Contact the the municipal planning and building department of the township or municipality to learn the property's zoning category. If you cannot find the information there, research local laws on websites such as State and Local Government on the Net or the Municipal Code Corporation (Municode). Zoning and local rules may affect the way the property can be used. The neighborhood might be classified for single-family residential, multi-family residential, transitional, or a mixed use such as residential plus commercial. Confirm that all of your lots will be properly serviced. You will not be able to sell the properties if they do not have access to public roads and utilities such as water, sewer and power. Confirm that these utilities are available for your lots and that they can handle the added capacity of the new residences you plan to build there. This process is sometimes referred to as site development or technical due diligence. It is the process of evaluating the availability of and options for key utilities and infrastructure at the building lot like power, water, sewer and communications. If you are buying a finished lot for sale, your agreement with the builder will cover these services. If you are buying a vacant or undeveloped lot outside of a neighborhood or established city limit, you will have to make plans for getting power, water, sewer and communications services to the property. Electric and gas power can be brought to the property by the power company. Don't rule out alternative or green sources of power: solar, natural gas, propane, heating oil or even geothermal. Even if sewer and public water are available for a parcel of land, you may have to make arrangements to extend these services to the structures you plan to build. Consider alternatives like wells, and rainwater containment and filtration systems. Public sewer service is not always available. In these cases you may have to install a septic system. Plan to wire appropriately for the types of communications systems you want to install, such as high-speed Internet, telephone and cable television. Costs for site development can add up significantly. These costs include fees and permits and will vary depending on site and soil conditions, your development plans, and local fees and permitting costs. The town or state may also charge you impact fees. These help communities pay for schools, infrastructure and other public costs associated with adding new homes to the community. Impact fees can conceivably be quite high. Do a title search. A title search is performed by a title company. It is an examination of public records to find out if there are any previous owners who might claim an interest in the property or if there are unpaid debts such as taxes or loans. If you already own the property, a title search was likely done before you made settlement. However, if you are purchasing the property with the intention of subdividing it, make sure a title search is completed before you go to settlement. Verify the process locally. Contact the nearest planning, zoning and/or development office. Your city or township may post information on their website. If not, you will have to call them. Ask whether your property qualifies for subdivision. Find out about ordinances or restrictions with which you will have to comply. Design the subdivision. Hire a developer or civil engineer to design the property. The plan will specify how the land is to be divided, including the number and size of subdivisions. The design should also illustrate how roads will reach the properties. Hire a firm that employs civil engineers, land surveyors and environmental consultants with experience in your area. They will begin by studying the topography of the land and identifying critical resource areas that cannot be developed. They will use this information to draft approximate property lines. Then they will review local bylaws and present you with concept sketches that show you options for development of the site. Open-space subdivisions conserve open space with shorter roads and reduced lot frontage. Mixed-use developments include residential, business and recreational areas. Affordable housing developments not only help low-income people to purchase a home, but they can also turn sites with difficult constraints or little design potential into lucrative properties. Senior housing combines open space with accessible recreation and condominiums. It can be a way to attract new residents to an area without overburdening the schools. Once you choose the subdivision you want, the design firm will work with you to survey the land, delineate wetlands, design drainage and control erosion. Survey the property. Your city or town may offer surveying services. If not, hire a private surveyor or engineer to survey the property and create a plat. A plat is a map, drawn to scale, that shows the subdivisions on a plot of land. It identifies boundaries, easements, flood zones, roadways, and access rights-of-way. It provides the legal description of the piece of property. Plats are required for any land that is to be subdivided. Submit your application to the proper government agency. Your local planning board will decide whether or not to approve your petition. Include your plat map, certificate of title and application fee with your application. In most cases the planning board will decide your case during a regular meeting. In other cases they will hold a public hearing. Once you have your subdivision plans all put together, go to the local planning board and schedule a pre-lodgement meeting. Bring your certificate of title and your subdivision plans. Show how big the property is, and identify areas for open spaces, existing and new houses, driveways and car parks. Urban planners on the council will review your proposal to make sure it meets local planning policies and guidelines. Don't be surprised if they make recommendations for you to adjust or refine your plans. If necessary, meet with your team of architects, land surveyors and development planners to rework the plan to meet the council's recommendations. Once you have met the above requirements, it is time to lodge your application. The township or municipality will accept your application and go through the process of approving it. This process can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months. Track your application by communicating with the council frequently to see if they have questions or need more information. File a planning or zoning variance or waiver if necessary. If your property does not qualify for subdivision or your application for subdivision is denied for some reason, you do have recourse. Filing for a planning or zoning variance or waiver re-opens the case. Often upon re-examination, planning boards will grant exceptions when they deem them reasonable. Know the factors that influence the cost of subdivision. Many variables influence the cost. These include the size of the property, its location, and the way you intend to use it. The number of subdivisions also affects the cost. The more subdivisions you intend, the more it is going to cost. There is no way to accurately estimate how much it is going to cost to subdivide your property since so many factors impact the total cost. These include your location, property laws, zoning requirements, the size and shape of your property, whether or not there are any existing buildings on the property and the availability of access to utilities and infrastructure. Land-subdivision costs may include a land survey, legal fees, application fees, clearing the site, supplying utilities, inspection fees and permit costs. If you want to get an estimate for the cost of subdivision of a specific property, contact a land-developing firm in your area that has civil engineers, architects and land surveyors. They will have the knowledge and experience in your locale to be able to tell you what costs to anticipate. Pay the local application fee. This will accompany your application and is paid to your local government agency. You may also be responsible for hearing, recording, review and tax-map-update fees. You could pay as much as $10,000 on these fees, depending on your location and how many subdivisions you are requesting. For only two subdivisions, the cost will much lower. Pay surveyors. Surveyors charge by the hour. The amount you need to budget for surveying depends on the size of the property. For a smaller property, the surveyor may charge you between $500 and $2,500. The cost of surveying and platting larger properties can range much higher. Pay for required property improvements. These requirements can make your expenses skyrocket. Approval for property subdivision usually comes with requirements that you must make certain improvements to the property. These usually have to do with access roads, sewer and utilities. These improvements can typically cost tens of thousands of dollars.
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Understand what subdividing property means. Evaluate the risk of subdividing your property. Consider the size and scope of your plans. Check for restrictions. Estimate the impact of the market on your subdivided property. Understand zoning and other requirements. Confirm that all of your lots will be properly serviced. Do a title search. Verify the process locally. Design the subdivision. Survey the property. Submit your application to the proper government agency. File a planning or zoning variance or waiver if necessary. Know the factors that influence the cost of subdivision. Pay the local application fee. Pay surveyors. Pay for required property improvements.
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How to Squat in Abandoned Property
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Squatting in an abandoned property can end in an arrest, but you can help avoid being evicted by finding the perfect place and improving it. As you look for an abandoned property to move into, try to find a place that was seized from an owner and is now in the government's possession. This makes it less likely that an owner will visit and find you. Beware of buildings with serious structural damage, as this could be dangerous to you and anyone squatting with you. Once you've found a safe and empty spot, improve the building by replacing or boarding up windows, cleaning out pests, and patching walls. If possible, get the utilities reconnected. Making the space habitable will not only improve your living conditions, but it will help you claim ownership if someone tries to evict you.
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Know the laws in your area. Because attempting to squat on abandoned property is extremely dangerous and often illegal, you should research all the laws in your area. In most jurisdictions squatting is a criminal activity. It may land you in serious trouble. In some places, notably the UK, squatting is commonly thought to be legal, as long as you follow certain procedures. However in August of 2012, UK law was passed making it clear that squatting in residential buildings is not legal. The law made squatting in residential properties a crime punishable by 6 months in prison and/or a five thousand pound fine. As of September 2012, a phone call to the police is sufficient enough to arrest a residential squatter in the UK. Additionally, “stand your ground laws” in many US states, along with a 2015 Nevada court decision, may set legal precedence for valid property owners opening fire on squatters. If it is found that you are squatting on said property, you may also face additional criminal charges for related crimes. In some cases, squatters have been awarded property rights. Be aware of the distinction between squatting and adverse possession. Adverse possession is a legal way of gaining ownership of land that is not legally yours by occupying it in an obvious way, taking care of it, and paying taxes on it. This might take the form of occupying an abandoned building or of building a fence a few feet over your property line. Adverse possession is often called “squatting,” but squatting is distinguished as an illegal activity. Even on public lands, such as those owned by the Bureau of Land Management, rules exist to prevent people from squatting or attempt to seize acreage. You are not an adverse possessor if the valid owner allows you to live there, or if you break the law in the act of adverse possession. If a valid owner restricts access of the squatter or grants permission even momentarily during the statute of limitations regarding adverse possession, the squatter has to start the ownership waiting period all over. A person is not a squatter if they are living on the premises legally or with permission from the owner. Squatting is always defined as illegal, as it requires trespassing, which disqualifies you from gaining ownership of the property through adverse possession laws. Trespassing is defined as entering another person's property without their permission. Prepare for the long-haul. A trespasser, a squatter, and an adverse possessor are also distinguished by the amount of time a person spends on the premise. States recognize statutes of limitation for adverse possession anywhere from five to forty years of continuous and uninterrupted occupation. On the initial entry, a person becomes a trespasser. But by remaining on the property, and fraudulently asserting rightful residence, a trespasser becomes a squatter. When someone takes up residence of a property in the US, any attempt to remove the person requires a civil process. If the first entry is witnessed by anyone, there may be no claim of residence. Otherwise, the valid owner must follow proper eviction procedures to remove the person from the property. While neither the squatter nor the trespasser have any valid claim to remain in possession of the property, complexities in laws both in the US and the UK make pathways to prosecution unclear even to legal scholars. Form a group. Squatting by yourself is not likely to work out well. This is because you can't leave the property from anywhere between five and forty years without risking negative legal consequences. You can try to squat by yourself, but it is preferable to squat with at least two people, especially in a rural area. That said, it is usually best to build a small community or at least have a couple friends with you to help defend the property against thieves and other threats, as well as share the work and expenses of maintaining the place. Choose your squat mates carefully. Picking the people you want to squat with is a lot like choosing a roommate, except that you need to be even more judicious, since there is no landlord or legal options to settle disputes. You want to choose fellow squatters who have the same goals as you and who have compatible personalities. You also probably want to make sure to choose squat mates who won't cause trouble with the police or the neighbors, as this may cause you to lose control of the property. Set ground rules together. The more you can iron out the ground rules before you settle in, the better. Some squats, for example, prohibit drinking alcohol on the premises, while others mandate that each member devote a certain amount of time working on squat. It's important that you come to these rules through collaboration and compromise. Write them down, if possible, and have everybody sign them. Make sure that the property you choose is actually abandoned. Most experienced squatters prefer abandoned or unoccupied spaces, because property owners who no longer use their property are less likely to object to another person's use of it. They are therefore less likely to take legal action against the squatters. Keep in mind that even though a property is abandoned, it may still be owned by someone who checks on it from time to time. Among these abandoned spaces, publicly-owned buildings—particularly those which came into government possession because of the owner's failure to pay taxes—often offer the best chance of a long-term living situation. The most obvious sign a building is unoccupied is a steel door or boarded-up windows. Other signs include very old newspapers in front, vandalism, parts of the building in disrepair, and disconnected power (check to see if the meter is running). Enter the space. If you have any reason to believe the space is actively used or might pose a health risk to you or your squat mates, do not squat it or attempt to enter it. When first entering a building, try to find a way in that does not require you to “break in” or otherwise cause property damage in order to gain entry. It may be useful to pretend to be looking for a lost cat or have a similar excuse ready. Sometimes the door will be open or missing, but other times you may need to enter through a window. Scope it out. Once inside, try to get an idea of how sound the structure is and how safe and comfortable it would be. Beware large structural cracks, sagging or broken ceilings or floors, or other signs of serious damage. If the building has been condemned, then that's often a good sign that it is unsafe. Consider the temperature of the building as well. Is it cool inside on a hot day or warm inside on a cold day? Test out the space you chose for one night, and be observant. If you feel safe, continue to squat and do everything that is necessary to turn it into a habitable area. Some abandoned structures still have running water or even electricity. Take advantage of this. Secure the building. If you're hoping to use the building as a long-term squat, it is vital that you secure the premises. If you can show that you have indeed taken possession of the building, it is much more difficult to have you evicted. This also ensures a valid owner cannot enter the premise, possibly jeopardizing your control of the property. Replace broken windows and doors, if possible, and board them up if you can't immediately replace them. Change the locks on the doors as well. Doing these things will help you to feel more secure and it will also show that you are taking care of the property. Clean the place up. Obviously you'll want to sweep away the layers of dust, get rid of rats or other pests, etc., but you should also try to make the building habitable and comfortable. Not only will this make your living situation more enjoyable, it will, in some jurisdictions, make it more difficult to have you removed, and it may help you negotiate with the owner if he or she shows up. Patch holes in the walls or roof, bring in appliances or get the existing ones working, maybe even add a coat of paint or plant a garden. Filthy conditions and bad behavior, as well as allowing the space to fall deeper into disrepair, can be grounds for your eviction. The way to establish adverse possession requires maintenance/upkeep of the property. Try to get utilities turned back on. Sometimes the water and power will be on when you get there, but usually this isn't the case. If you're planning on staying for a while, try to get these services turned back on. In many countries, utility services can't be denied just because you're squatting. Still, it's usually best not to disclose that fact when dealing with utility companies. You may need to pay a deposit or pay off unpaid bills from the previous owners. If you're just planning a short-term stay, you're probably best off not trying to get utilities as it may bring unwanted attention to you. Basic utilities like water, electricity, and gas cannot be denied to you. If utility providers seem reluctant to turn on utilities, remind them that they are not allowed to deny you these basic utilities. A utility bill, or even just mail, with the address and your name on it may be sufficient enough to prevent police from entering the property. Be aware that impersonating the valid owner in order to take control of or pay off utilities may be considered identity theft. Find a way to heat the place in cold climates. An abandoned property is likely to have some missing windows and lack a working heating system, which can be a problem in the winter. To heat a property that you are squatting on, you will first need to seal any gaps in existing window, replace or cover missing ones, and find other ways to reduce drafts in the space you are occupying. An easy way to seal windows is to get some rubber window sealing strips and place them over any gaps along the edges of the windows. This will help keep some of the cold air out and keep warm air in. Try placing a rolled up blanket or towel in front of a gap at the bottom of a door to block drafts that might come in through the gap. If you were able to get the electricity turned on, then getting a space heater is a good option for providing some extra heat. Decide how to deal with the neighbors. There are two opposing methods of interacting with neighbors. The option you choose should depend on the circumstances of your squat. You can be inconspicuous or befriend your neighbors. Though if it appears that you tried to hide your activities be aware that it may disqualify you from taking adverse possession of the property. Be as inconspicuous as possible. Try to make sure the neighbors don't even notice you're there. This can be pretty easy depending on where the squat is located. Try to enter only through the back door or only at night, and be as quiet as possible while within the building. Befriend your neighbors, if you are willing to take the risk. If you're planning on staying for a while, somebody will eventually discover you, so you might as well be upfront and positive about your presence. Introduce yourselves and let the neighbors know that you've moved in. Make sure they see you making repairs to the building or cleaning up the yard. If you can make a rundown exterior look great, your neighbors might actually appreciate you. If you have enough support from the neighboring residents/owners, they might support you if your squat if is encroached upon. Establish legal property rights through adverse possession. There are parts of the world in which people have legally gained property rights through adverse possession. In some cases, this may involve occupying an abandoned property for a certain period of time and/or paying the property taxes that the property owner failed to pay. This is the final goal for a long-term squatting situation, but it very rarely occurs, as squatting is illegal and generally disqualifies you from adverse possession altogether. In California, for example, you need to pay property tax for five years and have "cultivated or improved" the property to receive ownership. Your possession of the premises must also be visible and obvious. In many parts of the world, squatters can establish a legal right to occupy the property if they take care of it and establish themselves, and as a result squatters can be quite conspicuous.
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Know the laws in your area. Be aware of the distinction between squatting and adverse possession. Prepare for the long-haul. Form a group. Make sure that the property you choose is actually abandoned. Enter the space. Scope it out. Test out the space you chose for one night, and be observant. Secure the building. Clean the place up. Try to get utilities turned back on. Find a way to heat the place in cold climates. Decide how to deal with the neighbors. Establish legal property rights through adverse possession.
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How to Become a Criminal Defense Lawyer
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It will take a lot of work to become a criminal defense lawyer, but it can be a rewarding career. After high school, get your bachelor's degree in a subject like political science, psychology, or even English. Study hard and get good grades, because law school admissions are very competitive. Study for the Law School Admissions Test, or LSAT, and get a score of at least 50. Pick a law school in the area where you want to practice, and take criminal law classes starting as early as possible. After law school, take and pass the MPRE, then pass the bar exam in your state to get your law license.
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Obtain a bachelor’s degree. In order to get into law school, you first need a bachelor's degree (4 year degree) from an accredited college or university. It does not matter what kind of bachelor's degree you get, but most pre-law students obtain bachelor's degrees in political science, psychology, or sociology. Make sure the school you choose is accredited. To ensure that the school you choose is accredited, check the U.S. Department of Education's (“DOE”) Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs for a listing. You do not need to major in “criminal justice” as an undergraduate. In fact, criminal justice majors are admitted to law schools are admitted at a lower rate than those who majored in journalism, philosophy, or economics. Although you will not be penalized for majoring in criminal justice, there is no automatic benefit in law school admissions for having done so. Practice public speaking. One of the most important skills you will need as an attorney is the confidence to speak in front of anyone. You can begin to develop this skill while in college. Join debate or public speaking clubs. You will also want to strengthen your research and writing skills, so you should take classes that allow you to write long research papers. Keep your grades up. Not everyone gets into law school. To increase your chances of getting in, keep your grades up. You want to graduate with at least a 3.0, but of course a 3.5 or 4.0 would be even better. Admissions committees view a high GPA as an indicator that you are a hard worker who is self-motivated. The higher your undergraduate GPA, the more selective you can be about what schools to apply to. Even if you do not care about the rank of the law school you attend, a higher GPA makes scholarships easier to get. Build relationships with professors. When you apply to law school, you will need to submit letters of recommendation. Make the most of your four years in college by building relationships with professors who can write you strong recommendations. A great way to build relationships with faculty is to work as a research or teaching assistant. Intern with a criminal defense lawyer. Many small law firms need clerical and support staff assistance in the summer but also throughout the year. You can work part-time for a criminal defense lawyer as you work toward your undergraduate degree. Doing so will give you a taste of what criminal defense work is like. Study for the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). The LSAT is by far the most important part of your application, and you will need a score around the 50 percentile in order to get into an accredited law school. Because of the recent decline in law school applicants, law schools are giving away more scholarships than ever before. A high LSAT will help you qualify for free money from your law school of choice. Register for the test. The LSAT is offered four times a year, in June, September, December, and February. It is offered on Saturdays, but there are special sessions for those who observe a Saturday Sabbath. Create a free account at the Law School Admission Counsel's (“LSAC”) website. Find a test date and location. To do this, start on LSAC's Law School Admission Counsel's website Dates and Deadlines page. Study for the test. The LSAT may be the most important factor in your law school application, so take it seriously. It tests reading comprehension, analytical reasoning, and logical reasoning. Test prep companies offer tutoring, but you can also study on your own. Your local library or bookstore should have copies of old LSAT exams. Find the most recent to take as practice exams. Take the test. The LSAT has five multiple choice sections and one unscored essay. Four of the five multiple choice sections count toward your score. The fifth is experimental and does not count toward your score. Unfortunately, you will not know in advance which section is experimental. Follow the rules for test day very carefully. If you fail to follow any of the test day rules, you may not be allowed to take the test. Retake if your score is low. Applicants are allowed to take the exam more than once. Schools may choose to accept your higher score, or they may choose to average the two. If you take the LSAT twice but your score doesn't improve, you should reconsider before taking it a third time. On average, test takers are able to increase their score only two to three points on a re-take. Decide if being a lawyer is really for you. Law schools are full of students who sign up thinking that law is an easy way to make big money when in reality there is nothing easy about it. Lawyers (including defense lawyers) work long hours, cope with stress, and struggle to get along with opposing counsel, clients, bosses, and judges. Now might be a good time to think about how you will finance your legal education. The cost of a legal education has exploded in the past decade. Students routinely pay over $30,000 a year in tuition alone, which does not include additional costs for living expenses. If you are not careful, you could graduate law school $200,000 in debt. The dramatic rise in tuition coincides with a slow-down in hiring of attorneys. According to the American Bar Association, less than 60% of law graduates were employed in full-time, long-term jobs that required a law degree. Other graduates are trying to piece together part-time legal jobs or working out of the legal field altogether. Register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). CAS is used by all law schools. You send them your transcripts, letters of recommendation, and evaluation; they create a packet and send it to the law school. The service requires a fee. Register early and make sure to get your transcripts to CAS in a timely manner. Solicit letters of recommendation. Now is the time to draw on the relationships you have built up with faculty during your undergraduate career. Ask your professors if they can write you a strong letter of recommendation. Only follow through if that professor says “yes.” If you didn't build strong relationships with faculty, don't despair. You can also ask for recommendations from present and past employers, as well as from people associated with church or volunteer organizations. Some recommenders may need to be prompted to complete the letter. Send a friendly email reminder, or stop in to chat. Draft a personal statement. Law schools require that you write a short statement, typically on a topic of your choosing. The statement is usually only 500 words. Follow the directions. If the school wants you to write on a specific topic, write on that topic. Also, if they give you a word limit, stick to the limit. Going over, by even a few words, can harm your chances of admission. Feel free to write about your interest in criminal defense law. Note, however, that law schools do not offer majors, not even in criminal law. Consequently, don't say you want to apply to a school to “major” in something. Instead, state why you think the school will help you fulfill your dream of practicing criminal defense. Think about writing an addendum. An addendum can be a great way to explain something that looks bad in your application. A solid addendum will provide context for any information that might raise “red flags.” An addendum might clarify why one LSAT score is much higher than another, or it might explain why your grades were low one semester. Remember to explain, not make excuses. Think about where you want to practice. Only a handful of law schools have national reach. Instead, most law schools place their graduates in the local legal community, usually in small firms or local government agencies. You should therefore pick a law school in an area where you want to practice. You should always ask any prospective law school for its job placement statistics. Over the past few years, a sea change has occurred with respect to the way schools collect job placement data. Now schools must include much more detailed information about the employment rates of recent graduates. Pay attention to the number of students who get “full-time jobs requiring a JD” after graduation. Other employment statistics will fold in people who are working part-time or who are working in a field that doesn't require a law degree. Compare costs. As you compare law schools, you should always have costs in the forefront of your mind. You might assume that public schools are always cheaper than private schools, but that is not always the case. The tuition for out-of-state law students is often comparable to the tuition of a private school. If you want to move to a state and hope to qualify as an in-state resident, contact the law school's admissions office for information. Research clinical opportunities. One of the best ways to gain criminal defense experience is to participate in a law school clinic. Under the supervision of a clinical faculty member, you will provide real legal services to people caught in the criminal justice system. As part of your clinical experience, you may arrange jail releases, interview clients and witnesses, negotiate with prosecutors and even try cases before judges and juries. Visit the website for each lawsuit and check to see what clinical opportunities they have. Criminal law clinics are fairly popular with law schools, since there is no shortage of clients in need of assistance. Some magazines or websites rank law school clinical programs. Do not get too caught up in ranking. You are unlikely to get a job because you participated in a “ranked” clinical program. Instead, ask schools about: the number of students who can take the criminal defense clinic, what kinds of tasks they do, whether they can participate in trials, and whether they can take the clinic as a 2L (or even as a 1L). Study schools. Choosing a law school for some will be quite easy. Those who plan to stay in the area where they currently reside may only have 1 or 2 options. For others, the choice might be more difficult. In addition to costs, applicants should consider: Curriculum. The basic curriculum for first year students is pretty much the same at any law school, but after the first year, the classes available might be very different. Look for a curriculum with plenty of criminal law cases. Library and other facilities. You will likely be spending a lot of time in the library while attending law school, so be sure that the library has quality resource materials and hours that will work with your schedule. Accreditation. You want to be sure that the law school you choose to attend is accredited by the American Bar Association (“ABA”), as you might not be able to sit for the bar examination if your school is not. To check that the law school you wish to attend is accredited, check the ABA's ABA Approved Law Schools page. Trial advocacy programs. More than other lawyers, criminal defense attorneys must be effective trial attorneys. Many law schools offer trial advocacy programs. These programs teach students the ins and outs of the entire trial process, from creating effective exhibits and questioning witnesses, to delivering effective opening and closing statements. Law schools often field trial advocacy teams that compete in national competitions. Solo practitioner incubators. Some law schools have realized that many of their students become solo practitioners. Therefore, they have created programs designed to help students hit the ground running as solos once they graduate and pass the bar. Since many criminal defense lawyers work as solo practitioners, you may be interested in a school that offers an incubator program. Use your GPA and LSAT score to find appropriate schools. These are the two most important factors in law school admissions, and schools will rely on them heavily. Because application fees can be expensive (sometimes close to $100), you will want to be selective about which schools you apply to. Look for schools where your GPA and LSAT fall near the school's medians. You can gauge your likelihood of gaining admission to specific schools by using the LSAC calculator. Enter your undergraduate GPA and LSAC score to see your chances. If you have a 3.5 GPA and a 155 LSAT, then you have a 25% chance of getting into Arizona State, a 50% chance of getting into Michigan State, and a 75% chance of getting into the University of Miami. Apply to multiple law schools. Applying to more than one school increases your chances of being accepted. If you don't get into any school, then you will have to wait a year before applying. For some great tips on completing law school applications see the University of New Mexico's Tips on How to Make your Application as Competitive as Possible. Take required courses. Law schools generally require 90 credits or so, spread out over 3 years. Your first year will consist mostly of basic courses: torts, contracts, property, civil procedure, criminal law, and constitutional law. Most criminal defense attorneys work in small firms. However, some do white-collar criminal defense work for wealthy individuals or corporations. White collar criminal defense attorneys are employed by some of the largest firms in the country. If you want to do this type of work, then you will need to do very well in your first-year classes, finishing near the top of your class. Visit your career services office and ask if they have information on the GPA required to be competitive at the large firms in your market. Join a study group. Law school is stressful and isolating, and a study group is a great way to meet people. Study groups help with exam preparation, sharing notes and outlines, as well as just blowing off some steam. If you join a study group, stick with it. No one likes people who join a group only to drop out after a month. Take exams seriously. Before you can become a lawyer, you have to pass law school. Your grades will also follow you around your entire career. Though the importance of grades decreases over time, poor grades could keep you locked out of jobs, at least initially. Take criminal law electives as soon as possible. Many law schools allow students to begin taking electives beginning with their second semester. You will want to take courses such as Constitutional Criminal Procedure, Evidence, and Trial Advocacy. Look for internships. An excellent addition to your legal education would be an internship with a judge, preferably one who handles criminal matters. Look into performing an “externship” with a federal judge or a state criminal court judge. Most law schools allow externships for credit. If interested, contact your career center for more information. As a judicial extern, you will get an up-close view of how judges decide cases, and you will understand what arguments they find persuasive and which ones they don't. As an extern, you will research case law, draft portions of memos or bench orders, and watch oral arguments. You can also intern with a public defender's office. This is a great way to begin building your reputation and gaining experience in criminal law. You will work closely with a public defender on his or her cases and probably go to court with them as well. Work as a summer associate for a criminal defense attorney. During the summers you can work for attorneys as a clerk or a summer associate. You should begin looking for these opportunities in the spring semester. Larger firms will advertise through your school's career center. However, you can also send out a copy of your resume and transcript and ask if a position is available. You might get paid, but money should not be the primary purpose of a summer job. Instead, you should begin building your reputation. Be sure to do top-notch work, no matter how boring the assignment. Once you graduate law school, you might not have a job. If you did good work as a summer associate, however, you can reach out to the attorney and ask for work after you graduate. You may only get piecemeal overflow work, but it can help pay the bills and give you additional experience. Be sure to get writing experience in your summer jobs. Employers usually ask for a writing sample when you apply for a job, and it is best to have a “real world” writing sample, such as a motion or brief, than a writing assignment you did for a legal writing class in law school. Pass the MPRE. The Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination is required to practice in all but three jurisdictions in the United States. The exam has 60 questions and tests your knowledge of legal ethics. You will take the exam in your third year of law school. Apply for admittance to a state bar. Each state admits its own lawyers and administers its own bar exam, so check with the bar of the state where you wish to practice. They will provide you with a list of the necessary steps to take. Register for the bar exam. Nearly every state requires that you pass a written exam. The exam typically includes an essay portion as well as a multiple choice test. The bar exam is typically offered twice a year—once during the summer (June or July) and once the winter (usually February). If you have to take the bar exam over, you have to pay each time you take it. Prepare for the bar exam. Prep courses abound. They typically last several months and prepare you for both the essay and multiple choice portions of the bar exam. Costs can run up to several thousand dollars. If costs are a concern, then you can seek out old study guides published by bar prep companies. Many people sell old guides on eBay and other online retailers. Fill out the background survey. In addition to passing the bar exam, you also need to pass a character and fitness review. This requires filling out a detailed survey on your background. Common problems with character and fitness include criminal convictions, financial irresponsibility (such as bankruptcy), and accusations of plagiarism. These may not completely block you from admission, but be prepared to discuss them with the character and fitness committee. Always be honest when filling out the background survey. Often the attempt to hide something is worse than the offense in the first place. Take the bar examination. The bar exam is typically held over the course of 2 days. The first day consists of a multiple-choice exam covering topics such as contracts, constitutional law, criminal law, evidence, and torts. The second day, consisting of essays, is often state-specific. Expect to wait several months to receive your score. In Illinois, for example, those who take the exam in July will not receive their results until the first two weeks of October. Understand the job market for criminal defense lawyers. Some law students who attend highly-ranked schools and graduate at the top of their class will get offers while in law school to join large national firms to work as associates practicing white collar law. This will not be the reality for the vast majority of new attorneys. To build a criminal defense practice, you need to understand how different legal employers hire. Large law firms. They typically hire students to work as summer associates after their 2L year. Often, they come onto campus and interview immediately before the start of the 2L year (or during that fall) and extend an offer shortly thereafter. After you work as a summer associate during your 2L summer, the firm will decide whether to extend an offer to join the firm full-time. These jobs are very difficult to get, and you will need a high GPA to be competitive. District attorney offices and public defenders. In addition to prosecutors, both the state and the federal governments have public defender offices that provide free legal defense for indigent defendants. Both district attorneys and public defenders will often come onto your campus for interviews. These agencies are also quite selective. Medium and small firms. Smaller firms may also come onto campus for interviewing, but most cannot forecast their employment needs in advance. Therefore, they probably won't hire many summer associates, if any. When a job opens up, these firms will advertise, and they probably will want you to already have passed the bar before you apply. You probably won't apply to these jobs until after you graduate law school. Participate in On-Campus Interviews (OCI). If firms or agencies come onto your campus for interviews, you might as well sign up if your grades are even somewhat competitive. Going through the interview process will help you hone your interviewing skills. Your career services office will send out detailed requirements for participating in OCI, such as preparing a resume and ordering copies of your transcript. Search online for job postings. Smaller firms often advertise online. You can check Craigslist, job aggregators like Indeed.com, and with your state bar association, which may have a job board. You will be asked to forward a resume, cover letter, and writing sample, so have those ready to go. Set up informational interviews. After taking the bar exam, you should identify attorneys whose practices you would like to learn more about. Draft a letter (not an email) and introduce yourself. Be sure to mention who gave you their name. In the letter, explicitly state that you are not asking for a job. You will get a better response this way. Develop a list of questions (at least five) and take notes. Be engaged. Ask the attorney if she knows anyone else you can talk to, and be sure to send a thank you note afterward. Reach out to former employers. If you cannot find a job after passing the bar, reconnect with attorneys you worked for during the summer or part-time during the school year. They may have overflow work for you to do, such as research assignments, court appointments, or briefing. You can also cold call other criminal defense attorneys and ask if they have any overflow work. If you do not have a job, you should be most focused on building your reputation and not be picky about how much you get paid. If you do good work for low wages (or even for free), then the attorney may come back to you with additional work. Get the first job. Even if the criminal defense is your dream, you might need to take another legal job simply to pay the bills. Ideally, you could work as a prosecutor and see the criminal justice system from the other side for a few years. You also might be employed as a transactional attorney, an insurance claims adjuster, or working as a legal research assistant. Unless you work as a prosecutor, you can seek out pro bono criminal defense work on your own. Many states maintain databases of organizations seeking pro bono assistance. Religious charities and immigration organizations often seek criminal defense attorneys to counsel clients. Seek out court-appointed work. Some states or counties lack a public defender office. In those places, courts will select an attorney from a panel to represent the defendant. You will typically bill your time to the court, though the amount you can get will be capped. Ask your local court if they appoint criminal defense matters and sign up if they do. Even some areas with public defenders often need a panel of private attorneys in case the public defender has a conflict. You should ask your local court about this possibility as well. Stay connected to the criminal defense community. As your career advances, be sure to continue to raise your profile by offering continuing legal education courses, joining bar association committees, and joining national organizations like the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. You can also seek board certification in criminal law if your state offers it. You may have to take an exam and meet minimum practice requirements, such as practicing for a number of years and dedicating a certain percentage of your practice to criminal law.
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Obtain a bachelor’s degree. Practice public speaking. Keep your grades up. Build relationships with professors. Intern with a criminal defense lawyer. Study for the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). Register for the test. Study for the test. Take the test. Retake if your score is low. Decide if being a lawyer is really for you. Register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Solicit letters of recommendation. Draft a personal statement. Think about writing an addendum. Think about where you want to practice. Compare costs. Research clinical opportunities. Study schools. Use your GPA and LSAT score to find appropriate schools. Apply to multiple law schools. Take required courses. Join a study group. Take exams seriously. Take criminal law electives as soon as possible. Look for internships. Work as a summer associate for a criminal defense attorney. Pass the MPRE. Apply for admittance to a state bar. Register for the bar exam. Prepare for the bar exam. Fill out the background survey. Take the bar examination. Understand the job market for criminal defense lawyers. Participate in On-Campus Interviews (OCI). Search online for job postings. Set up informational interviews. Reach out to former employers. Get the first job. Seek out court-appointed work. Stay connected to the criminal defense community.
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How to Keep Deer Out of Your Yard
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To keep deer out of your yard, spray your plants with a homemade repellent made from water and dried hot peppers. You can also sprinkle soap flakes around the edge of your garden, since deer are known to dislike the smell of soap. Alternatively, hang a stocking full of human hair over your garden, or sprinkle loose hair around the plants, to scare the deer away with the smell of multiple humans.
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Grow shrubs and grasses that are spiny, bitter, or potent. Deer won't eat foul-tasting or -smelling plants and will leave your yard alone. So, try planting a few holly or lilac shrubs around the perimeter of your yard. Or, if you have a garden, fill it with potent herbs and flowers like yarrow, thyme, rosemary, and lavender. With enough of these deer-deterring plants in place, the animals should avoid every plant in your garden or yard. Deer also don't like ornamental grasses, irises, foxgloves, or yucca. Strong-smelling plants, like sage, chives, lemon balm, and bee balm, are effective at deterring deer as well. Deer also avoid plants with thorns. Roses are an exception; although they have sharp thorns, deer still love to eat them. Install electric fencing around your yard to prevent deer from entering. An electrical fence tends to work well and should be enough to keep deer away from your property. Set up the fence so it's at least 4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 m) high. Once a deer receives a shock from the fence, it'll quickly give up the idea of entering your yard. If you notice that deer are hopping over the wire, install a second electric fence 3 feet (0.91 m) inside of the first. To save money, fence off sections of your yard that contain plants you care about, rather than fencing off the perimeter of your property. Install an 8 ft (2.4 m) high fence if you’re not using electrical wire. Although it's unsightly, installing a high fence is one of the most reliable methods to keep deer out. Drive 8 ft (2.4 m) high posts into the ground around the area you'd like to protect, then use zip ties to fasten chicken wire or plastic mesh around the perimeter of the poles. Angle the fence out by about 45 degrees to prevent deer from attempting to leap over it. Deer can easily jump clear over anything lower than 4 ft (1.2 m) high, and a 6 ft (1.8 m) fence risks entangling the animal and injuring it. Spray a commercial deer repellent across your yard. Hardware stores and home-improvement stores sell a variety of both chemical and natural repellent sprays. Purchase 2 or 3 and alternate them so deer don't become accustomed to 1 of the scents. Follow the instructions printed on the packaging and apply as directed. Keep in mind that the spray will wear off after a rainstorm, and should be reapplied about 1-2 times per month even in dry weather. Not all commercial deer repellents are environmentally friendly. Read the label before you purchase a repellent if you're concerned about the environment. This is especially important if you'll be spraying the repellent on a vegetable or herb garden. Also consider the smell factor when purchasing a deer repellent. If a spray is too odorous, you're unlikely to want to sit in your garden or yard! Cover the edges of your yard in hot pepper spray as a natural deterrent. A spray made from hot red pepper flakes works as a natural, environment-safe deterrent that won't harm deer but will keep them away from your yard and plants. Cover the perimeter of your yard with the spray 2–3 times a month to keep deer out. Or, if you're interested in protecting specific plants in a garden plot, spray plants that you don't want eaten by deer with a hot pepper spray. Make the spray by combining 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water with 3 tbsp (37 g) of crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer in a saucepan for 15 minutes, then mix in 2 teaspoons (9.9 mL) of liquid castile soap. Remove the liquid mixture from the heat and let it sit for 24 hours, then strain it into a plastic spray bottle. Sprinkle 4-5 handfuls of soap flakes around the edges of your yard. Deer dislike both the smell and the taste of soap. Sprinkling a few generous handfuls of it around the perimeter of your yard or garden beds can repel deer. You only need to reapply the soap to your yard about 1 time per month, or after a heavy rainstorm. To create the soap flakes, try grating off pieces of bar soap using a clean cheese grater. Or, use a kitchen knife to cut a bar of soap into ⁄ 4 in × ⁄ 4 in (0.64 cm × 0.64 cm) cubes. Spread 10-20 handfuls of human hair across your yard. The human scent that emanates from the hair will deter the deer from entering your yard. Spread a generous amount of hair around the perimeter of your yard if you're concerned that deer may invade. If you have a smaller garden plot or flowerbed, spread hair across the entire area. To obtain a bag of hair, visit a local barber or hairdresser. They should have plenty of leftover hair at the end of every business day, and will most likely give it to you free of charge. Put 2–3 handfuls of hair into a sock for a longer-lasting repellent. Make 10-15 of these hair-filled socks, and hang them from tree branches or fence posts around the perimeter of your yard, flower bed, or vegetable garden. Hanging socks full of hair will fill the area with a human scent and keep deer away. Since the hair will be contained within the socks, the makeshift repellent should work for a few weeks. Then, fill new socks with hair and hang them in the same locations. Use dirty, old socks that you don't mind throwing away once the hair has stopped deterring deer from entering your yard. Take a dog out and let it urinate in your yard. As the dog marks its territory on shrubs and trees, it will leave behind a scent that's potent to deer. Any deer that come into the yard will smell the urine. The sign of a predator should scare the deer off and keep them from returning. Allow the dog to re-mark the same territory every few days, or after it rains. Technically, you could borrow a friend's dog for this purpose (and to scare off deer in general). If you notice that deer come to your yard at a specific time, borrow a friend's dog for an hour or 2 when the deer will be coming by. Frighten away deer by playing loud, obnoxious noises. Like most prey animals, deer run from most loud noises. For example, if you suspect deer will enter your yard at a certain time, set a radio tuner between 2 stations and blast the noise into your yard. Or, consider using noisemakers, whistles, or firecrackers to frighten off deer and prevent them from returning. If you live in a neighborhood, keep the noises reasonably quiet. Otherwise, you may annoy your neighbors. For example, while playing the radio at a moderately loud volume for 1-2 hours probably won't bother anyone, blaring your car horn for the same amount of time will be a nuisance. Allow a dog to roam your yard and chase off deer. Deer don't like dogs because the dog is a natural predator. Once deer have been barked at and chased off the property a few times, they'll remember the dog and be reluctant to come back to your yard. Allow your dog to roam the yard or garden space, since it won't do much good locked inside the house. If you're considering getting a dog specifically to keep deer away, your best bet is to adopt a medium to large sized dog. You'll need to care for, shelter, and feed the dog once you've adopted it. Install a motion-activated light that illuminates your yard. Deer dislike having lights directed at them (especially at night). So, purchase 3–5 motion-activated sensor lights and install them on the exterior walls of your house. Point the lights towards areas where you know deer like to enter your yard. Once the deer learn that they'll be under floodlights when they enter your yard at night, they'll stay away. Purchase motion-activated lights at a hardware store or a home-improvement store.
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Grow shrubs and grasses that are spiny, bitter, or potent. Install electric fencing around your yard to prevent deer from entering. Install an 8 ft (2.4 m) high fence if you’re not using electrical wire. Spray a commercial deer repellent across your yard. Cover the edges of your yard in hot pepper spray as a natural deterrent. Sprinkle 4-5 handfuls of soap flakes around the edges of your yard. Spread 10-20 handfuls of human hair across your yard. Put 2–3 handfuls of hair into a sock for a longer-lasting repellent. Take a dog out and let it urinate in your yard. Frighten away deer by playing loud, obnoxious noises. Allow a dog to roam your yard and chase off deer. Install a motion-activated light that illuminates your yard.
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How to Start Crossfit at Home
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If you don't have the time or money to do CrossFit at a gym, you can still do a lot of entry level exercises at home. All you need is enough floor space to exercise without knocking anything over. One popular CrossFit workout is the Cindy. To do the Cindy, do 5 pull-ups or burpees, 10 push-ups, and 15 air squats. Repeat this as many times as you can within 10 minutes for the half Cindy or 20 minutes for the full workout. You can also try the bodyweight gone bad circuit. Do 1 minute each of air squats, push ups, sit ups, burpees, and jumping jacks. Try to do as many as you can of each exercise before the minute runs out. Keep an eye on the workout of the day on the CrossFit website, which you can try at home.
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Start with Cindy. The full Cindy is a 20-minute timed CrossFit workout consisting of pull-ups, push-ups, and air squats. The Half Cindy, timed at 10 minutes, is a good jumping off point if you've never done CrossFit before and want to start at home. The Half Cindy involves the same exercises on the same rotation as the full Cindy, but you'll do fewer reps overall. Start with five pull-ups. You are allowed to "kip" these pull-ups, which means you can use your legs and hips for leverage to push your body up over the pull-up bar. If you don't have a pull-up bar, you can do five burpees instead. Immediately drop to the ground and do 10 push-ups. Then do 15 air squats to finish the round. After you finish your squats, return right back to pull-ups. Do as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes, or 10 minutes if you're doing a Half Cindy. Build endurance with Helen. Helen is a challenging workout (Workout Of the Day, or "WOD" in CrossFit) in which you'll be competing against your fastest time. To do this workout at home, you'll need space to run, a pull-up bar, and a kettlebell. One round consists of a 400-meter run, 21 American kettlebell swings, and 12 pull-ups. To complete a full Helen, you'll do three rounds back-to-back for time. Be careful not to max out your intensity in the first round, or you won't be able to complete three rounds. Try the bodyweight gone bad circuit. You'll need a stop watch for this circuit, because you're going to measure your rounds by the minute. This WOD consists entirely of bodyweight exercises so you can do it from home, even if you don't have any equipment. Start with one minute of air squats. Move immediately to one minute of push-ups, then one minute of sit-ups. Do one minute of burpees, followed by one minute of jumping jacks, and then one minute of rest to close out the round. The entire workout consists of three rounds. For each minute of each round, complete as many reps as you can with good form during the one-minute period. In CrossFit, this is abbreviated as "AMRAP," which stands for "As Many Reps/Rounds As Possible." Push yourself with the baseline WOD. This WOD is one in which you'll compete against your best time. You want to do the prescribed exercises as quickly as possible with good form, but pace yourself so you're able to finish the workout. The baseline starts with a 500-meter row or a 400-meter run. Immediately after your run, do 40 air squats, followed by 30 sit-ups. Then do 20 push-ups, followed by 10 burpees. Notice the number of reps decreasing for each exercise. Record your time so when you do this workout again you can aim for a faster time. Visit the CrossFit website. If you want to start CrossFit at home, the CrossFit website, available at https://www.CrossFit.com , will help you become familiar with the CrossFit system and the workouts available. If you've already attended classes at a CrossFit box, you may already be familiar with the website. There are resources there that can help you set up a home gym. Use the "exercises and demos" tab. The CrossFit website contains a number of videos so you can learn the correct form for the various movements you'll commonly encounter in CrossFit workouts. If you've never done CrossFit before, keep in mind that form is extremely important. Because of the speed with which you'll do these exercises, incorrect form will greatly increase your risk of injury. Check your form. Form and technique are crucial when you're doing CrossFit. You can learn correct form on the website, but you may want to have someone watch you as you complete movements and critique your form. Look for bodyweight circuits. Especially if you don't have a lot of equipment at home, bodyweight circuits are the easiest way to start CrossFit at home. These circuits typically can be done anywhere, and don't require anything other than a little bit of floorspace. The other benefit of bodyweight circuits, especially if you're just starting out, is that they typically consist of exercises with which you're already familiar, such as Burpees, squats, and sit-ups. Most bodyweight circuits are timed, interval-style workouts in which you do as many repetitions of the prescribed exercise as you can during the time allotted. Modify or scale workouts as needed. All CrossFit workouts are designed to be modified to suit your individual fitness level. For example, if you want to do the Cindy, which is a timed body-weight WOD, but you aren't yet fit enough to go for the full 20 minutes, you can cut the workout to 10 minutes and do a Half Cindy. Check the Workout of the Day (WOD). The CrossFit WOD is posted on the CrossFit website. Coaches at individual CrossFit boxes also may have their own WODs posted on their websites, so if you have a local box you like, you also might check there. Using a local WOD may be beneficial to you if there's a local box that more closely matches the fitness goals you've set, or if you plan on attending classes at that box in the future and want to get familiar with the coach's style. Make sure you have enough space. When you're designing your own home gym, space to move around is perhaps the most important quality. If you're constantly bumping into equipment or having to move things around, you're not going to get as much benefit from your workout. Since many CrossFit workouts are timed, you won't be able to complete the workout as it's meant to be done if you constantly have to stop and move things around. Walk through some basic routines and mark out the floor space you're going to need. Then add in your equipment around that space. Check the CrossFit message boards. Particularly if you have limited floor space, the message boards on the official CrossFit website include tips and images from other CrossFitters that will help you make the most of the space you have available. Some posts include photos of other CrossFitters' home gyms so you can get some ideas, as well as tips for how to store equipment vertically on walls so you don't take up so much precious floorspace. Start with weights. Since approximately 80 percent of the CrossFit WODs that aren't bodyweight-only involve using weights, a bar and some weights should be one of the first pieces of equipment you get for your home gym. Don't worry about buying a bench, since you won't really use it in CrossFit. You just need to make sure you have a rack for the bar. The rack doesn't have to be fancy, just something that will enable you to load the bar at shoulder height for heavy squats. You also don't need to worry about getting heavier weights in the beginning, especially if you're just getting started with CrossFit. Just buy weights a couple sizes up from what you're capable of lifting now. Install a pull-up bar. Various styles of pull-ups are a staple of many CrossFit WODs, so a pull-up bar is essential if you want to start CrossFit at home. If you don't have a lot of space, you can always mount it in a doorway. Add rings for muscle-ups and other movements. Rings are used in several different CrossFit WODs, although they won't get used as much as the weights and the pull-up bar. All the same, they're worth getting since they're relatively inexpensive and don't take up too much space. Include dumbbells and kettlebells. Kettlebells are used relatively frequently in CrossFit, and most home gyms will automatically have a good set of dumbbells. If you're running low on floorspace, these pieces of equipment can be stored on racks mounted on the wall. Focus on keeping your home gym clean and efficient, so that everything is visible and can be retrieved easily and put away easily. Rid the area of anything unrelated to working out, such as automotive accessories or laundry. Equip your gym with workout and safety tools. Not only should your home gym have the right workout equipment, it also should be functional. Leave tools such as a clock, tape, chalk, and a fan in your gym at all times. Get some rubber flooring to protect your joints and help prevent injury. You don't want to do your workouts on the cement floor of a garage. Clocks or stopwatches are essential for timed workouts. Keep these and other tools neatly stored away in a bin when not in use. You also might want to get a whiteboard so you can write your WOD on the wall just like they do in CrossFit boxes. Locate a box near you. There are CrossFit affiliates in 142 countries on seven continents. Depending on where you live, you should be able to find a CrossFit box that is relatively convenient for you. If you've never been to a CrossFit box before, try to find more than one so that you can visit several and compare. Different CrossFit coaches have different styles, and boxes vary in quality as well as general atmosphere. While you want to find a box that is convenient, you also want to make sure you feel comfortable there. You can search for CrossFit boxes near you on the CrossFit website. If the box has its own website, explore that website as well to learn more about that particular location. Talk to a coach. Just as not every CrossFit box is alike, not every CrossFit coach is alike either. Not only do you want to work with a coach who motivates and inspires you, but you want that coach to have adequate training and experience to benefit you. Since the minimum qualifications to be a CrossFit coach are relatively low, interview the coaches who would be working with you at each box you visit to learn more about their background and experience. Ask for references, and talk to other box members to get their opinions about the quality of the coaching there. Find out if each coach has specific certifications or qualifications, and ask to see proof of those. You also should ask questions about the lifestyle and nutrition resources available at each box. Evaluate the quality of the box critically. CrossFit doesn't have a quality control system for affiliates – all they have to do is pay the affiliate fee each year. For this reason, quality varies. Visit several boxes in your area and compare them. Look at overall cleanliness, class size and structure, and friendliness. You will start to see ways in which some boxes are better than others. Make sure that the owner and staff are trained in CPR and First Aid. CrossFit can get intense, so you need to confirm that there are employees who are capable of handling emergencies. Take a free class. Most CrossFit boxes will let you take a free introductory class so you can try out the experience and decide whether you want to commit to regular classes. It can be a good way to meet other people as well as get a feel for how a CrossFit class is run. Arrive at your intro class early so you have time to get acclimated before the class begins and don't have to rush. You should be ready to go when the class starts. After the class, the coach may offer a question and answer session, particularly if the intro class consists entirely of prospective members. Stay for the whole session and pay attention – someone else might ask a question you hadn't thought of but that's important to you. Take a Level 1 Certificate Course. If you're serious about training with CrossFit, even if you plan to do most of your training at home rather than joining a CrossFit box, the Level 1 Certificate Course will teach you the foundational movements. You typically can sign up to take this course separately, without having to commit to any additional sessions at a CrossFit box. Once you've completed the Level 1 course, you can be confident that you're doing the foundational movements with correct form. This enables you to safely start CrossFit at home.
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Start with Cindy. Build endurance with Helen. Try the bodyweight gone bad circuit. Push yourself with the baseline WOD. Visit the CrossFit website. Use the "exercises and demos" tab. Check your form. Look for bodyweight circuits. Modify or scale workouts as needed. Check the Workout of the Day (WOD). Make sure you have enough space. Check the CrossFit message boards. Start with weights. Install a pull-up bar. Add rings for muscle-ups and other movements. Include dumbbells and kettlebells. Equip your gym with workout and safety tools. Locate a box near you. Talk to a coach. Evaluate the quality of the box critically. Take a free class. Take a Level 1 Certificate Course.
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How to Freeze Buttermilk
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Before freezing buttermilk, label a freezer bag with the date in permanent marker, so that you don't forget when you froze it. Then, pour the buttermilk into the bag and check the seal 2 or 3 times after closing to ensure that nothing leaks out. Next, lay the bag flat on a cookie sheet and place it in the freezer until it freezes. Finally, remove the cookie sheet to avoid taking up unnecessary space in your freezer.
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Portion out the buttermilk into usable amounts. This amount may change depending on what you use the buttermilk for. You might find 1/4 cup (2 oz) portions ideal, or you may prefer 1 liter (.26 gallon) portions. Write down what recipes you plan on using the buttermilk for and pick the most common amount. You might freeze bags of varying sizes so your portions fit many recipes. Pour the buttermilk into sealable plastic bags. Choose a bag with a zipper so it is easily opened but seals tightly. Once you have poured the buttermilk in, check the seal two or three times to make sure nothing leaks out. Double bag your buttermilk to further prevent spilling. Press any air out of the bags before sealing to keep the buttermilk fresh. Write the date on your bags. Buttermilk has an approximate expiration date when frozen. To avoid forgetting when you froze your buttermilk (or mixing up later batches), write both the date in clear, bold letters using permanent marker. Put your bags flat on a cookie sheet. Buttermilk must be frozen flat for optimum freshness. Freezing at a weird angle increases the risk of air bubbles and speeds up the expiration process. Lay the bags down side by side with the date facing upwards. Flat buttermilk bags are also easier to store in comparison to odd shapes. Clear space in your freezer. Part of the freezing process for buttermilk involves using a cookie sheet. Make sure you have enough room for at least this much space. Try to organize your freezer so that no heavy objects will lay on the cookie sheet while your buttermilk freezes. Put the cookie sheet in the freezer. As you put the sheet in, make sure it is even to prevent uneven freezing or spillage. Do not place anything on top of the cookie sheet. Shut the freezer door tightly to keep your buttermilk bags (and other frozen items) cold. Remove the cookie sheets after the buttermilk freezes Cookie sheets can take up unnecessary space after the buttermilk is frozen. Check the buttermilk every one or two hours. The freezing time will depend on the size but will usually not exceed several hours. Do not remove the cookie sheets until the buttermilk is completely solid. Place your buttermilk bags together. Keep track of your buttermilk bags so you know where they are when you need them. Putting them all together will prevent them from getting smashed by larger objects. For added protection, keep them in your freezer's side compartment. To avoid freezer burn and improve organization, put all of the buttermilk bags inside a larger, sealable plastic bag. Store the buttermilk in your freezer for up to three months. After three months, frozen buttermilk starts to congeal and clump. Check the freezing date often to make sure you use it on time. Throw out any buttermilk that you don't use up to one week past the expiration date. You might write the expiration date alongside the freezing date so you know when you need to use it by. Submerge the bag in hot water to thaw it quickly. Place the bag under running water in your sink. The water should be warm but not scalding enough to burn your hands. Let the sink fill up until you can place the bag completely underwater as it melts. Massage the bag to keep the milk thawing evenly. Place the frozen bag in the refrigerator if you have more time. Put a buttermilk bag into the bowl and fill it with warm water. Buttermilk will take at least six to eight hours to thaw. Plan for this method at least a day in advance. Microwave the buttermilk in short intervals for another quick method. Remove the buttermilk from the plastic bag and place it in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat the buttermilk in ten to fifteen second intervals until it has thawed completely. Overheating the buttermilk in a microwave can adversely change the taste. Don't worry if the thawed buttermilk tastes differently. The consistency of buttermilk usually changes after it has been thawed. In cooked dishes, this will not change the taste. As long as you use the buttermilk for baking-related purposes, your buttermilk is ready for use.
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Portion out the buttermilk into usable amounts. Pour the buttermilk into sealable plastic bags. Write the date on your bags. Put your bags flat on a cookie sheet. Clear space in your freezer. Put the cookie sheet in the freezer. Remove the cookie sheets after the buttermilk freezes Cookie sheets can take up unnecessary space after the buttermilk is frozen. Place your buttermilk bags together. Store the buttermilk in your freezer for up to three months. Submerge the bag in hot water to thaw it quickly. Place the frozen bag in the refrigerator if you have more time. Microwave the buttermilk in short intervals for another quick method. Don't worry if the thawed buttermilk tastes differently.
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How to Make a Strawberry Daiquiri
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To make a strawberry daiquiri, put the strawberries, cracked ice, daiquiri mix, alcohol, grenadine syrup, lime juice, and sweet and sour mix into a blender, then blend the ingredients together until they're fully liquefied. Next, rim the glasses with brown sugar and add freshly sliced strawberries to the bottom of each glass. Then, pour the daiquiri on top until the glasses are filled to the brim, add a dollop of whipped cream, and enjoy.
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Place the strawberries and 4 cups of cracked ice in a blender. If either are in one giant block, you'll be fighting an uphill battle. Break both of them up into small pieces if need be. Add 6 oz Daily's' Strawberry Margarita/Daiquiri mix and the alcohol. That's the 3 oz of Liquor 43, the 3 oz or DeKuyper's Wild Strawberry Liqueur, and the 3 oz of Bacardi 151. Add your flavors. Add to the blender 4 oz Roses Grenadine Syrup and 4 oz Roses Lime Juice. Top it off with 3 oz Finest Call Sweet & Sour Mix. Blend until liquefied. You'll know it's ready when the ice stops making noise. Take a 10 oz. stemmed glass and use a bar napkin to wipe the edge with Roses Lime Juice. Look at you, with your professional habits! The other option is to quarter a lime and run the wedge along the rim. Whichever is easier. Turn over the glass and tap the edge lightly in crumpled brown sugar. Do this along the entire rim and try to get an even coating on all sides. Slice a fresh strawberry. Do this from 1/3 down from the stem to the tip and place on the rim of the glass. Part of the greatness of the strawberry daiquiri is the presentation. It's gotta be pretty! Fill with daiquiri and top with whipped cream. Fill that glass up to the brim. Don't be shy! A can of whipped cream will make for the best presentation unless you have a piping bag. Fan half a strawberry. Slice it in half the long way. Then make slits starting, again, from 1/3 of the way down from the stem. Once all your slits are made, press down gently with your hand to fan it out. Place it, in its fan shape, on top of the whipped cream. Add a straw just below the strawberry slices and enjoy. If you have a drink umbrella, add that too! Enjoy safely. Even though it's beautiful and tasty, there is alcohol in it. At the end of the day, getting pulled over for slamming 6 fruity daiquiris is as bad as pounding the tequila.
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Place the strawberries and 4 cups of cracked ice in a blender. Add 6 oz Daily's' Strawberry Margarita/Daiquiri mix and the alcohol. Add your flavors. Blend until liquefied. Take a 10 oz. Turn over the glass and tap the edge lightly in crumpled brown sugar. Slice a fresh strawberry. Fill with daiquiri and top with whipped cream. Fan half a strawberry. Add a straw just below the strawberry slices and enjoy.
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How to Let a Guy Know You're Interested
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To let a guy know you're interested, try complimenting him on his appearance and personality, which shows him that you're paying attention to him. For example, say something like, "I love your shirt. It really suits you." Don't be afraid to tease him using sarcasm and jokes, which he should pick up as a sign that you're interested in him. When you make eye contact, flash him a warm or playful smile so he knows you have positive feelings for him. If that doesn't work, try making some light physical contact. For example, touch his arm when you laugh at his jokes or brush against him when you stand or sit next to him.
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Be up front about how you feel. The next time you're talking to your crush one-on-one, bite the bullet and tell him you like him. You might be buzzing with anxiety, but you'll feel so much better once you get it off your chest. To make your admission feel more organic, wait for an opportune moment to let the cat out of the bag, like after a bout of laughter or just before you take your leave. Broach the subject gracefully by opening with a line like, "I know we've only known each other for a few weeks, but I've become really attached to you in that time." Smiling or even giggling while making your feelings known will help break the tension and keep things from becoming awkward. Send him a text if you're too shy to talk in person. Sometimes, it can be hard to work up the courage to tell a guy that you think he hung the moon face-to-face. In this case, a simple text message can make you feel a lot less self-conscious. Lay your cards on the table by saying something like, "Hey, I just wanted to tell you that I really like you," or be coy about your affections by saying something like "You're so funny! How are you still single?!" One advantage of sending a text is that you can read over and revise your message as many times as you want before sending it to make sure your wording is just right. Texting puts a little bit of safe distance between the two of you, which will allow you to express your interest without the fear of rejection getting in the way. Use Emojis to dress up your text and be more clear about your feelings toward him. Pass the word along through his friends if you don't know what to say. If you're just too bashful to pour your heart out to him yourself, see if one of your mutual friends would be willing to act as a go-between. Doing so could encourage him to reach out to you first, especially if they're nice enough to put in a good word for you. If the two of you have friends in common, ask them to drop hints on your behalf: "I'm into Adam, but I'm too nervous to tell him. Think you could find out how he feels about me?" Assuming you don't know any of his friends, you may have to get creative. If you see him talking to one of his buddies at a party, you might arrange to run into the same friend later on and say, "Do you know that guy over there? He's super cute." Leave the ball in his court. Once you've made your feelings known, it will then be up to him to decide how to respond. Either way, you can rest easy knowing that you were confident and self-possessed enough to be honest with him. That's something to be proud of no matter how things turn out. Be prepared for whatever reaction you get. In the best case scenario, he'll confess that he has a thing for you, too. In the worst case, he'll let you down easy, or he might not know what to say at all. Walk right up and start a conversation. Oftentimes, the direct approach is the best approach. This might seem kind of forward, but it's usually a good way to make a strong first impression. Being reluctant to put yourself out there could end up costing you an opportunity to get to know one another. Talking to someone you're attracted to for the first time can be intimidating, but keep in mind that the worst that can happen is you don't hit it off and things are no different than they were originally. If you spend the entire time avoiding the guy you're interested in because you're stressing about what to say and how to act, he may interpret your avoidance as disinterest. Keep the conversation focused on him. Once you've managed to strike up a dialogue, ask him questions that show you're interested in who he is and what he's all about. Getting to know a little bit about him can be a stepping stone to forming a deeper, more personal connection. Simply saying “tell me about yourself” will usually be enough to get a guy to open up, but if you're searching for a more specific topic, try a lead-in like, “How do you know X ?”, “Where are you from originally?”, or “What do you do for a living?” Nod, offer verbal affirmations like “Yeah” and “Wow, really?”, and respond with follow-up questions to demonstrate that you're paying attention and eager to learn more. Find ways to relate to him. As he shares his history, thoughts, feelings, and opinions, listen for things you have in common and point them out. Highlighting your similarities will make you feel like kindred spirits, which is more likely to make your interest mutual. Make him more aware of the areas where you line up by interjecting with remarks like “That's so funny, I went to the same summer camp as a kid!” or “Schnauzers are my favorite dog breed, too. Most people think I'm weird because I think they're so cute!” It's possible to identify with a guy even if you don't have the same job, friends, or interests. Sometimes, all it takes is feeling the same way about a certain subject to prove that you're like-minded. Laugh at his jokes. Whenever he says something humorous, reward him with a laugh or a gleeful giggle. Not only will this serve as a sign that you find him likeable, it will also encourage him to loosen up and continue talking to you. Even a beaming smile can be a tremendous confidence booster. Try not to overdo it or sound forced. Fake laughter tends to be pretty obvious, and can come off more as pity than appreciation. Tease him playfully. These days, the capacity for sarcasm or dry wit is considered a very attractive trait. A little lighthearted banter can be enjoyable for both of you, but avoid saying anything that might step on his ego. Your quips should be accompanied by a friendly smile and open body language that communicates your interest in a non-critical fashion. Make sure your teasing remains playful rather than pointed. For example, if he accidentally spills his drink on your shoes, you might say something like “Good thing I wore sandals” rather than reacting with a mocking comment that might embarrass him. Teasing, no matter how lighthearted, might not be the best course if he's obviously shy or nervous around you. If this is the case, stick to earnest discussion. Use a little flattery. Everyone loves to be praised. Complimenting a guy's appearance is one of the easiest, most straightforward ways of letting him know you're into him. You might tell him what a nice smile he has, or mention that he looks fit and ask him if he works out. If you're trying to play it cool, you could also try throwing out a more subtle observation like “I love your shirt. It really brings out the color of your eyes.” Don't forget to say something nice about his personality as well so he'll feel like more than just a piece of eye candy. Tell him you’d like to talk to him again before you go your separate ways. When it comes time to say goodnight, end the conversation with a parting line like, "I had a really great time talking with you. I hope we can do it again sometime." The right sign-off will leave him wanting more and create an opening for you to carry on your flirtations later. Working in some subtle nonverbal cues, like making lingering eye contact or touching his elbow just before you go, can help you drive your point home. Assuming you've played your cards right, he'll more than likely ask for your phone number. If he's clearly interested but too smitten to ask, take the initiative and offer yours or ask for his instead. Make fleeting eye contact. Lock eyes for a brief moment, then drop your gaze to the floor before slowly sweeping it back up again. This simple yet coy gesture says that even though you know it's not polite to stare, he's so alluring that you can't help but take a second look. If you pull it off just right, there's no way he won't notice you noticing him. A look can be incredibly expressive—like the old saying goes, the eyes are the windows to the soul. Try to tell him how you feel about him through your eyes. Chances are, he'll get the message. Avoid staring him down. Leering at someone straight on for too long can suggest that you're indifferent towards him, or worse, that you find him off-putting. Flash him a Smile. Whether you're deep in conversation or just exchanging glances from across the room, your smile is your most effective tool for signaling attraction. A genuine smile indicates warmth and openness and makes you that much more inviting to be around. While smiling is essential for sparking romantic interest, you should only do it if it feels natural. Otherwise, it could make for some unintentionally awkward moments. Initiate some light physical contact. Never underestimate the power of touch. Reaching out to get his attention or standing close enough to just brush up against him can be a great way to bridge the metaphorical distance between the two of you and suggest that you desire some sort of physical intimacy. Make it a point to take his hand or go for a hug when saying your greetings and goodbyes. Keep in mind that some forms of touch are more suggestive than others. For example, grasping his arm when he makes a joke is flirtatious but fairly safe. Placing your hand on his thigh, however, may send an entirely different message. Lean in close while you're talking. Eliminating the literal distance between you will give him the sense that you want to get closer emotionally, as well. It also helps to shut out surrounding distractions, making you feel like the only two people in the room. To avoid freaking him out, make sure you move in gracefully and in a way that feels natural. One of the best times to get up close and personal is during conversation. Leaning in while he tells a story or discusses his personal life makes it clear that you're hanging on his every word. By contrast, leaning back or moving away can be seen as a sign that you want to keep some space between you. Cross and uncross your legs sensually. Leg crossing is a bolder and more direct way of expressing your interest, and is perfect for when you want to turn the heat up a notch. Because of the subtle sexual implications of the gesture, it's best to only break it out when you're talking to a guy you really like. Drawing attention to your legs can be very seductive, especially when paired with other confident body language. Avoid hunching over, bouncing your knees, or displaying any other nervous tics. This could be seen as a sign that you're uncomfortable, or make him feel like he has power over you. Play with your hair. As you're talking or making eye contact, run your fingers through your locks or brush a few stray strands out of your face, fixing your hair can convey a kind of excited nervousness, letting him know that he's succeeded in getting under your skin. As a bonus, you can make sure your looks are on point before you go up to him and say hi. As with crossing your legs, there's a right and wrong way to play with your hair. Doing it too much can scream “boredom” or make you seem more concerned with your appearance than with his presence. Lick your lips. When you really want to make your feelings known, run the tip of your tongue over your lips to make them plump, juicy, and rosy red. Wetting your lips is a dead giveaway that you've got the hots for a certain someone. And if you are lucky enough to score a goodnight kiss, they'll be primed and ready. Licking your lips at an opportune time is sure to plant the idea of kissing in his head. If you're wearing a face full of makeup, be careful not to lick too often or too vigorously, or you could end up looking you just won a pie eating contest. Save the flirting for him. If your goal is to let a guy know that you're interested, all of your charms should be focused squarely on him. Splitting your attention up between multiple guys may create the impression that you're naturally outgoing or not looking for anything serious, which could in turn cool things off between you and your potential beau. You should still make an effort to be friendly with the other guys you talk to, but watch your body language to keep from sending mixed signals. Wear clothes that highlight your best features. Pick out items that flatter your figure and make you look and feel like a million bucks. If possible, plan your outfit ahead of time when you know there's a chance that you'll run into the guy you've had your eye on. And, of course, make sure it's suitable for the occasion. Focus on one part of your body to emphasize. If your favorite pair of jeans makes your legs look great, choose a shirt, shoes, and other accessories that won't be a distraction. There's a difference between put-together and provocative. Wearing clothes that are too tight or revealing can make you look desperate for attention, which could be offputting to the guy if you arrange to run into him unexpectedly. Go out by yourself. Every now and then, fly solo to the bar, café, gym, or library where your interest hangs out. You'll be more approachable alone than you would be in a group. If he still doesn't know you that well, he may find it difficult to approach you when you're surrounded by fifteen of your best friends. Encountering your interest unaccompanied will give the two of you a chance to chat in a more intimate one-on-one environment. You don't necessarily need to be completely solitary, but opting for a small entourage over a big one will make talking to you less intimidating. Excuse yourselves to a place where you can talk quietly. If you run into your interest at a party, crowded night spot, or boisterous social event, break away from all the excitement going on around you and retire to somewhere more private. You'll be able to enjoy some quality time alone, and you won't have to shout in order to hear each other. Outdoor environments are often preferable to indoor ones, since it's easier to take your leave from these areas than it is from a jam-packed room. Be the one to make the first move. If you've been getting along well for a while and he still hasn't made a move, it may be time to take matters into your own hands. Asking him “Would you like to go out with me sometime?” or even “Is it alright if I kiss you?” will leave no doubt in his mind that you want to take things to the next level. Be patient and give him a chance to work up his nerve before you put all your cards on the table. Out of respect, he may be waiting until he's sure it's what you want before he risks offending you.
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Be up front about how you feel. Send him a text if you're too shy to talk in person. Pass the word along through his friends if you don't know what to say. Leave the ball in his court. Walk right up and start a conversation. Keep the conversation focused on him. Find ways to relate to him. Laugh at his jokes. Tease him playfully. Use a little flattery. Tell him you’d like to talk to him again before you go your separate ways. Make fleeting eye contact. Flash him a Smile. Initiate some light physical contact. Lean in close while you're talking. Cross and uncross your legs sensually. Play with your hair. Lick your lips. Save the flirting for him. Wear clothes that highlight your best features. Go out by yourself. Excuse yourselves to a place where you can talk quietly. Be the one to make the first move.
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How to Carry a Hedgehog
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Before you try to carry your hedgehog, wash your hands with scent-free soap, since your hedgehog might bite if it smells food on your hands. Then, let your hedgehog sniff your hand for a moment so it knows who you are. When you're ready, gently scoop it up from underneath with both hands, and lift it up in a single, quick motion. Try not to hesitate, since it could scare your hedgehog and cause it to prick you. Once your hedgehog is in your hands, carry it using both palms, and hold it out away from your body.
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Give your hedgehog 1-2 days to get used to its cage at first. When you first bring home your new pet, it's likely going to be afraid. If you try to handle it, your hedgehog will probably react with fear. Instead, put it into its new cage and give it time to explore on its own. Set up the cage before you bring home your hedgehog. It's okay to talk to your hedgehog for a few minutes, but don't try to touch it. You may notice the hedgehog hiding for a while, but that's normal. Drape a dirty shirt over the cage so your hedgehog learns your scent. Choose a shirt that you've worn recently and haven't washed. Then, put the shirt over part of the hedgehog's cage or close by. Leave the shirt in place for 2-3 days. This will help your pet get comfortable with your scent. A shirt that you got sweaty will work best because it will carry more of your scent. Don't cover the entire surface of the cage. Instead, cover a portion of the cage. Approach your hedgehog from the front when you want to handle it. Never sneak up behind your hedgehog because it will view this as an attack. Always come toward your hedgehog from the front. Make noise or talk to your pet so it knows you're coming. This way, it's less likely to get scared. You might make noise as you walk or say something like, “Who's a cute little hedgehog?” Let your hedgehog smell your hand so it knows who you are. Slowly reach toward your hedgehog and stop when your hand is about 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10.2 cm) in front of it. Let the hedgehog sniff you. It may also decide to lick or nibble your finger to taste it, which shouldn't hurt. Don't attempt to handle your hedgehog at first. Just let it sniff you. If your hedgehog huffs or hisses, remove your hand and back away from the cage. Sit near the cage and speak calmly to your hedgehog. However, don't try to reach into the cage again. Talk to your hedgehog so it learns your voice. Your hedgehog has a great sense of hearing, so it can learn to recognize your voice. Talk to your hedgehog when you're spending time with it, handling it, or caring for it. This will help it get comfortable with you. Say things like, “It's okay,” or “I'm not going to hurt you.” Let your hedgehog climb you as part of its play. When your hedgehog approaches you, sit perfectly still. Let it sniff you and start to crawl up on your legs or feet. Don't try to pet or lift it as it crawls around exploring you. This will help your hedgehog get comfortable with you and learn that you aren't a threat. After your hedgehog gets used to you, it's okay to try to handle it while it's crawling on you. Wear the same scents every day so your hedgehog knows them. Hedgehogs don't have good eyesight, so they use their sense of smell to recognize you. That means changing your scent, such as by using a new lotion, can confuse your hedgehog and make them think you're a stranger. Use the same shampoo, soap, or perfume daily so that your smell stays the same. It's best to wear as few scents as possible so your hedgehog can smell your natural scent. Your hedgehog needs to smell you, so don't use gloves when you handle it. Gloves will mask your smell. Don’t try to pick up your hedgehog from its cage until it bonds with you. Your hedgehog will view its cage as its territory, so it may feel provoked if you try to pick it up or handle it while it's in the cage. Additionally, don't touch its quills or try to pet it. Instead, wait until your hedgehog comes out of its cage to start handling it. Your hedgehog may hiss or huff when you put your hand inside the cage. This behavior can become a habit if you continue to put your hand in its cage before the hedgehog is okay with it. It's okay to handle your hedgehog in its cage once it gets comfortable with you. Avoid petting your hedgehog until it’s comfortable with you. In general, hedgehogs don't like to get their quills pet. However, your hedgehog may like getting scratched between its quills once it feels comfortable with you. When you're carrying your hedgehog, let it move around your hand and sniff you. Additionally, talk to it as much as possible to get it used to the sound of your voice. After your hedgehog gets to know you, it might start to enjoy getting scratched between its quills. However, don't ever rush this process—wait until it's very comfortable with you! Wash your hands with warm water and an unscented soap. Apply unscented soap to your hands, then scrub them under warm water for at least 30 seconds. Rinse your hands clean, then pat them dry on a clean towel. It's important to clean your hands before you handle your hedgehog to get rid of any food smells, which can make it bite you. Use an unscented soap to help your hedgehog get used to your smell. Let your hedgehog sniff your hand before you pick it up. Your hedgehog will recognize you by your smell, so make sure it sniffs your hand. In some cases, it may also try to taste you, as well, which won't be painful. Slowly extend your hand toward your hedgehog while talking to it in a calm voice. Then, stop when you get about 2 to 3 inches (5.1 to 7.6 cm) away from the hedgehog. Let your hedgehog come to you so it doesn't get scared. Don't be nervous! Hedgehogs are great at sensing fear, and if you're scared and nervous, it will be scared and nervous, too. Use both hands to scoop your hedgehog up from underneath. Avoid its quills and make sure all you feel is its fur. Try to keep your hedgehog's weight evenly distributed over your hands to minimize the pressure of its spines. Think of yourself as a performer walking on nails—instead of walking on one nail at a time, you need to distribute your weight across as many nails as you can. There are 2 ways to pick up a hedgehog. As 1 option, slide your fingers under your hedgehog's belly, then lift it up. Alternatively, scoop up your hedgehog by sliding your hands sideways under your pet. Press the sides of your hands together, then lift your hedgehog. If you're having trouble picking your hedgehog up, use the side of its cage to roll it into your hands. Don't let your fingers meet in the middle of your hedgehog's belly or you'll get pricked if it rolls into a ball. Lift up your hedgehog with both hands in a single, quick motion. Think of it like pulling off a Band-Aid. You may get pricked as you lift your hedgehog, but it won't hurt much. The quicker you lift your pet, the less likely it will be to prick you. Be confident as you swiftly lift your hedgehog in your hands. Keep a firm grip on your hedgehog so it won't fall. However, don't squeeze your hands around it. Keep calm and give your hedgehog time to relax. After picking up your hedgehog, remain still and let it do what it wants. If it rolls into a ball, don't worry—be patient and wait for it to calm down. After a few minutes, it should unroll and start to sniff you and might even try to explore you. If your hedgehog continues to be agitated, put it back in its cage and wait a bit. Some hedgehogs have been well socialized or have better temperaments, and they should unroll pretty quickly. However, some are not so great and require more time. Keep your hands flat and let it wake up and get used to everything. Once its quills are down and it's looking around and sniffing, it's comfortable. Hold your hedgehog out from your body while you carry it. Hedgehogs won't jump out of your hands, but they may slowly crawl forward. Keep 1 hand positioned under your hedgehog and 1 hand in front of it while you're walking. This way your hedgehog won't fall. If your hedgehog walks forward, continuously shift your hands so that you always have 1 hand in front of it. If it's comfortable enough with you, scratch your hedgehog between its quills with your free hand. Use your palms to support your hedgehog at all times. Start walking with your hedgehog and keep your palms underneath it to support them. If your hedgehog is a bit jumpy, hold it in the palm of one hand and place the other palm behind it—facing its head—just in case it tries to get away. Be sure to carry your hedgehog by the fur and not its quills! Carry your hedgehog for at least 30 minutes daily to bond with it. Holding your pet daily let's you bond more quickly. It's helpful to break this up into a 15-minute morning session and a 15-minute evening session. Watch for signs of stress, such as hissing and huffing, twitching and shaking its head, and frantically running away. If your hedgehog displays any, put them down. Pack your pet’s normal food, water, bedding, and toys. Your hedgehog will be most relaxed if it's normal care remains the same. Bring the exact food you give it at home, and pack a bottle of water from your home tap, if possible. Additionally, bring its normal bedding and a few toys. You want your hedgehog's routine to be as close to normal as possible. Put your hedgehog in a pet carrier lined with a soft towel or blanket. This will keep it comfortable and warm. Fold up the towel or blanket. Then, spread it along the bottom of the carrier. Provide several blankets if you're traveling during the wintertime when it's cold. Additionally, put hand warmers or a hot water bottle under the blankets and cover the cage with a blanket to keep in the warmth. You can use a plastic or soft carrying case. You will need a plastic case for air travel. However, you can use either when traveling by car. A plastic case is sturdier, but a soft case is more comfortable for your pet. Choose a pet carrier designed for small animals. You can even find 1 made just for hedgehogs. The minimum cage size for a hedgehog is 16 in (41 cm) by 16 in (41 cm). However, it's best to pick a carrier based on your pet's weight. Hedgehogs like a lot of space, so a larger carrier can work for them. However, keep in mind that it may feel more secure during travel in a small carrier. Buckle the case into the backseat when traveling by car. The backseat is safest for your pet because it doesn't have airbags. Secure the case in place by buckling a seat belt around it so that it can't slide around. Don't put the case on the floorboard, which will be extra bumpy and hot. Your hedgehog will likely get sick or overheated. Check with your airline before trying to bring your hedgehog on a plane. Some airlines don't allow hedgehogs onto planes, so make sure you can bring yours when you book your flight. Ask them if you can bring your pet into the cabin. If they say no, tell them you plan to check your hedgehog. Your hedgehog won't be placed in the plane's regular cargo compartment. There's a special area for pets. Get a certificate of health from your vet when traveling by plane. This is required by most airlines to prove that your pet is not ill. Get your vet to examine your hedgehog to make sure it's healthy. Then, ask for a certificate of health, which your vet will complete and give you. Make 2 copies of this certificate so you have extras in case you need them. Carry the certificate of health while you're traveling. You'll likely need to show it when you check in for your flight. Put “live animal” labels on both sides of the case during plane travel. Make 2 labels that say “live animal” and feature an arrow pointing up. Then, use packing tape to secure the labels on either side of your hedgehog's carrier. Make sure the arrow points up so people know that's how the cage should sit. You can make your labels using regular printer paper. Maintain your hedgehog’s feeding, watering, and play routine. Your hedgehog may get upset or nervous if you change its schedule. Keep it orientated toward your normal time zone by feeding, watering, and caring for it at the normal times. This will keep your pet calm and well-adjusted throughout your trip.
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Give your hedgehog 1-2 days to get used to its cage at first. Drape a dirty shirt over the cage so your hedgehog learns your scent. Approach your hedgehog from the front when you want to handle it. Let your hedgehog smell your hand so it knows who you are. Talk to your hedgehog so it learns your voice. Let your hedgehog climb you as part of its play. Wear the same scents every day so your hedgehog knows them. Don’t try to pick up your hedgehog from its cage until it bonds with you. Avoid petting your hedgehog until it’s comfortable with you. Wash your hands with warm water and an unscented soap. Let your hedgehog sniff your hand before you pick it up. Use both hands to scoop your hedgehog up from underneath. Lift up your hedgehog with both hands in a single, quick motion. Keep calm and give your hedgehog time to relax. Hold your hedgehog out from your body while you carry it. Use your palms to support your hedgehog at all times. Carry your hedgehog for at least 30 minutes daily to bond with it. Pack your pet’s normal food, water, bedding, and toys. Put your hedgehog in a pet carrier lined with a soft towel or blanket. Buckle the case into the backseat when traveling by car. Check with your airline before trying to bring your hedgehog on a plane. Get a certificate of health from your vet when traveling by plane. Put “live animal” labels on both sides of the case during plane travel. Maintain your hedgehog’s feeding, watering, and play routine.
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How to Cook Skirt Steak
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To cook skirt steak, heat some oil in a skillet on the stove and then sear the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side. You can also cook skirt steak on the grill over high heat for 6-8 minutes, flipping it halfway through. If you want the skirt steak to have a grill flavor without having to cook it on the grill, broil it in the oven for 3-4 minutes on each side.
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Cut the steak into workable portions. Skirt steak often comes in one long, thin strip. If your grill or pan is large enough to accommodate the whole piece, you can leave it whole. Otherwise, cut it into a few smaller pieces. Pound the steak flat to optimize tenderness. Skirt steak can be a little tough, and some cooks like to tenderize it with a meat tenderizer. Cover the skirt steak with plastic wrap or place in a plastic bag. Use a meat tenderizer, hammer, frying pan or equivalent to pound the steak to about ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) thick. Decide on your flavor profile. Skirt steak is often marinated or rubbed to enhance the flavor and make the meat more tender. Choose a marinade or rub with flavors that work with the dish you're concocting. If you don't want to use a marinade or rub, good old salt and pepper will work just fine. Common marinades are citrus, vinegar, mustard or olive oil based. Any marinade made for beef will be delicious. Common rubs range from simple salt and pepper to more pungent spices such as cayenne pepper, cumin, lemon or garlic. Cover the steak in the marinade or rub. Place it in a covered plastic food storage container. Refrigerate the steak for 1 to 24 hours to let the flavors enhance the meat. Grill the skirt steak. This is the most common method for cooking skirt steak, and it produces meat that tastes just right every time. Here's how to do it: Preheat your grill on high heat. Place your steak on the grill. Cook your steak for 3 minutes on the first side, then flip it to the other side and cook for 3 more minutes for a medium steak. If you like your steak more rare, grill for 2 minutes per side. If you like your steak well done, grill for 4 minutes on each side. Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to seep back into the steak, making it more tender. Pan sear the skirt steak. If you don't have time to light up your grill, this is a convenient method that produces tasty steak: Heat 2 teaspoons of cooking oil in a cast iron skillet or frying pan on the stove. Lay the skirt steak in the pan in one layer. Cook steak for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Brush with extra marinade or the oil from the pan as the steak is cooking. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Broil the skirt steak. For a grilled taste without the trouble of lighting your grill, this is a great option: Move your oven rack so that the steak will be about 5 inches (12.7 cm) from the flame. Turn the oven to broil and let it preheat. Place the skirt steak on a lightly greased broiler pan or equivalent. Let the steak broil for 3 to 4 minutes, then flip it and broil it on the other side. Remove the steak from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Slice the steak. Skirt steak is usually sliced into strips, since it's a relatively tough cut of steak. Place the steak on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to cut the meat against the grain into bite-sized strips. Look carefully at the steak to identify what directions the fibers are running through the steak. Cut the skirt steak in the opposite direction of the fibers. Serve the steak. You can top it with additional butter, blue cheese, peppers, onions, chimichurri sauce, and so on to boost the flavor. Consider serving your steak in the following ways: Make a Philly Cheese Steak. Make steak fajitas. Make carne asada tacos. Make steak salad.
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Cut the steak into workable portions. Pound the steak flat to optimize tenderness. Decide on your flavor profile. Cover the steak in the marinade or rub. Grill the skirt steak. Pan sear the skirt steak. Broil the skirt steak. Slice the steak. Serve the steak.
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How to Put Your Music on Spotify
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If you want to put your own music on Spotify, sign up with a music distributor like TuneCore or CD Baby. Some of these services might charge you an upload fee, while others allow you to upload for free but take a cut of your royalties. Read online reviews to find a trustworthy distributor with a history of successful clients. Once you choose your distributor and upload your music, they will upload your music to Spotify and other music streaming services.
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Sign up with a music distributor. There are a variety of music distributors that can help you get your music on Spotify and other music services. The pricing for these services vary. Some services allow you to upload your music for free, but may take a cut of your royalties. Other services allow you to keep 100% of your royalties but may charge a fee to upload music or a monthly subscription fee. Some music distributors offer other services, such as promotion, mixing and mastering, and performance tracking and boosting to get you more plays and added to official playlists. Some music distribution services include: TuneCore : https://www.tunecore.com CD Baby : https://www.cdbaby.com RouteNote : https://routenote.com AWAL : https://www.awal.com LANDR : https://www.landr.com DistroKid : https://distrokid.com Upload your music to the music distributor. The music distributor will upload your music to Spotify and other music streaming services. The files you upload to the music distributor should be a high-resolution mp3 file or lossless wave file. Some less costly music distributor plans may limit the quality of the mp3 file you are allowed to upload. For best results, upload MP3 files that are 320 kbps. 120 kbps is the minimum file quality you upload. Provide the music distributor with the appropriate metadata. When you upload a song to a music distributor, you need to provide more than just the artist name and song title. You should also include information such as the album title, track number, music genre, and copyright information. You can add metadata directly to your music files using your music or mp3 creation software. Your music distributor may also have a form for you to fill out. Fill out these forms, and all metadata for your music as completely as possible. Provide artwork to the music distributor. If you have recorded an album, you should have album artwork available to provide to the music distributor. If the music you are uploading is a demo, you can provide a photo of the artists with artist's name or logo on the image. Once the distributor has your music and all the appropriate information, it goes through an approval process. Once the approved, your music will be uploaded to Spotify and other music stores and streaming services. In general, it takes about 3-5 business days for your music to go live on Spotify. The time may vary depending on the music distributor you go through. It may take longer for your music to go live on other streaming services. You may have the option to schedule a specific date for your music to go live. If you choose to schedule a release date, be sure to provide the music distributor with the appropriate files well in advance.
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Sign up with a music distributor. Upload your music to the music distributor. Provide the music distributor with the appropriate metadata. Provide artwork to the music distributor.
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How to Dispose of Television Sets
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To dispose of old television sets, look for a recycling program for electronics in your area by going to your town or county's website. Alternatively, call your waste disposal company to find an approved site. If you can't transport the TV by yourself, ask the recycling program if they offer pickup options. Additionally, try calling Best Buy to see if your TV qualifies for their recycling program. However, be aware that Best Buy charges a “haul-away fee” if you can't drop off the TV at one of their locations.
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Check to make sure your TV works before you donate or sell it. Don't give away or sell a broken TV! It's not fair to whoever you pass it on to next, as they'll then be the ones stuck with getting rid of it. Look over all the plugs and ensure that all the buttons and features are good to go. If your TV isn't working at all, you may be able to sell or donate it to a local theater or school to use as a prop in their plays. Ask friends and family members if they want the TV. Your easiest option is to hand off your old TV to someone you know. They'll likely help you move it or pick it up themselves, and they'll be excited to have a TV to enjoy for years to come. Donate the television to a nonprofit agency. If the TV still works well, donate it! Someone else will surely appreciate it, and it's actually better for the environment to reuse electronics for as long as they last than to recycle them. Check with local community centers, schools, homeless shelters, churches, and nursing homes to see if any of these spots could use the TV. They could also have programs for delivering TVs to families in need of one. National agencies such as Salvation Army and Goodwill have programs for taking in and re-selling old electronics and TVs. Sell the television set online. Lots of big retailers, including Amazon, BestBuy, and Target, will buy back TVs and other electronics. Look on the stores' websites to see if your TV qualifies for buyback. You can also sell your TV yourself by listing it on Facebook Marketplace or advertising it on eBay or Craigslist. Facebook Marketplace is a popular, user-friendly choice with the option to pick-up. Shipping the TV once you've sold it on eBay could be pretty difficult, while Craigslist customers almost always pick up their own purchases. Sell the TV in a garage sale if you want to clean out your house. If you're already having a big garage sale, put your TV out on your lawn! Especially if your TV is older, set the price low. Remember, the goal is to get rid of it. Call your waste disposal company to find a recycling site. Most states have laws preventing you from leaving TVs and other electronics outside for trash pickup, because electronics can contain hazardous materials. Some individual companies also have rules against this type of disposal. However, most waste companies give paying customers the option of dropping off old TVs at a site for recycling. Depending on the company, you may need to show a driver's license or utility bill to gain access to the site. Most of these centers accept TVs and other e-waste items, such as cameras, small appliances, cell phones, CD players, and photocopiers. Look for a recycling program in your area. Many cities and towns have pick-up or drop-off options for electronics and other large items. They may give you one day per month to take your TV to a specific spot in town. Some cities may even pick up your old (extremely heavy) TVs from your home. Go to your town or county's website to look for this information. There may be a recycling center in your town that specifically deals with electronic waste where you can drop off your TV. Be sure the recycling program you choose is E-Steward certified. That way, you can be confident that they're qualified to handle the hazardous waste that can be found in television sets. Call BestBuy to get rid of your old TV. In the United States, BestBuy is the only major retailer that picks up and recycles old TVs. They charge a fee for this service, and they limit you to getting rid of 2 TVs per family per day. Unfortunately, BestBuy doesn't accept all TVs, especially if they're super big. Call the store to see if your TV qualifies. You can also drop the TV off at the store to avoid paying BestBuy's “haul-away fee.” If you buy a new TV from them, this fee is pretty minimal. For non-customers, it's about $100. Return the used television to the manufacturer. Some manufacturers will accept your old television set and recycle it themselves. Contact the manufacturer to see if your TV qualifies for this service. You may even get a little money back in return for your old TV! Usually, you'll need to find the nearest drop-off site by looking online or talking to a representative on the phone. Be sure to follow the company's guidelines for proper recycling. Remember that in addition to the TV, you'll want to recycle your receiver. Find transportation to drop off your TV if there's no pick-up option. The hardest part of getting rid of your old TV is getting it in a truck and lugging it around town. Since most recycling centers and manufacturers make you drop off your own item, you'll need a big vehicle if you have a large TV. If you have your own pick-up truck, the TV will likely fit in the bed. If you only have a tiny sedan, ask around to see if a friend has a larger vehicle you can borrow for a day. As a last resort, you may need to rent a truck. Enlist some friends to get some extra muscle. Offer a friend or two some pizza in return for helping you move your old TV. You'll need the extra hands. Once the job is done, you can relax in front of your new TV! Stand close to the TV to get ready to pick it up. Don't stand more than 1 foot (0.30 m) from the old TV. Your legs should be shoulder-width apart. This is a nice strong stance that'll help you stay balanced as you lift the heavy item. Bend your knees to lift the item safely. You should never bend over from the waist to lift heavy items. Squat down, keeping your back straight. This will allow you to lift with your legs and avoid straining your back muscles. Get a grip on the bottom corners of the TV. Lift up one side of the TV at a time. Slip your fingers safely under the lifted sides. If you're working in a team, be sure to communicate with one another. Make one person the spotter by positioning them in front of the TV to steady it as you lift each side. Straighten your legs to lift the TV. All the weight should be in your legs. If you feel a strain in your back, put the TV back down and reposition yourself. Once you've got it lifted, either walk the TV to the truck or move it to a wheeled dolly. Wheeled dollies will make moving the TV from spot to spot much easier. If you're working without a dolly, you can also use an old blanket to slide the TV across surfaces. The spotter should continue to steady the TV once you transfer to it a dolly or start walking by keeping a hand on the center of the item.
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Check to make sure your TV works before you donate or sell it. Ask friends and family members if they want the TV. Donate the television to a nonprofit agency. Sell the television set online. Sell the TV in a garage sale if you want to clean out your house. Call your waste disposal company to find a recycling site. Look for a recycling program in your area. Call BestBuy to get rid of your old TV. Return the used television to the manufacturer. Find transportation to drop off your TV if there's no pick-up option. Enlist some friends to get some extra muscle. Stand close to the TV to get ready to pick it up. Bend your knees to lift the item safely. Get a grip on the bottom corners of the TV. Straighten your legs to lift the TV.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Meet-College-Girls
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How to Meet College Girls
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While meeting college girls might seem stressful, try to keep things casual and fun by joining a co-ed club or intramural sport. Then, when the club meets, chat with girls before or after the session. You might say "Are you knew to this sport?" or "Were you in a similar club in high school?" Another way to meet girls in college is to sit next to a girl who you're interested in talking to before class starts. Then, ask her "Do you like this class?" or "What's your major?" If she seems open to chatting, introduce yourself, ask for her name, and continue talking when the class is over.
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Talk to a girl before or after class to establish a connection. If there's an open seat next to a girl that you want to talk to, take the seat before the class starts. Start a conversation by asking her a question about the class or the major that she's in. If she seems like she wants to continue the conversation, introduce yourself, ask for her name, and continue talking to her after class is out. Don't try to strike up a conversation in the middle of class, as this could get you both in trouble by the professor. You can ask something like, “Are you a business major? I'm in the communications program right now. How do you like it so far?” Join a co-ed club or intramural sport to find girls that have similar interests. Take a look at your college's programs, clubs, and intramural sports. Find sports or clubs that interest you and sign up for them. Then, when the club meets, talk to girls before or after the session. Popular college intramural sports include basketball, cycling, and fencing. Popular academic clubs include biomedical engineering, mathematics, and robotics. There are also clubs for dance, music, and the visual arts. Introduce yourself to girls at lunch to meet girls in a relaxed setting. If your campus has a dining hall, you may be able to meet girls there. Look for girls that aren't sitting with anyone and ask them if you can sit at their table. Be relaxed and friendly when you ask. You may be able to strike up a conversation about classes or the food at the college. You can say something like, “Wow, this pizza is so good. What do you think of it?” Girls may not be interested in chatting if they are already in a conversation or are surrounded by friends. Use group projects as a great way to get to know her. Labs and group projects will force you to work with a plethora of people, including girls. This is a great opportunity to form friendships with new girls that are in your class. If you worked well with a particular girl, you can talk to her later or ask her to hang out. You can say something like, "You made working in this group project way more enjoyable for me. Do you want to get something to eat this Saturday?" This is a great way to get a girl's number and will open up opportunities to text with them casually. Meet new girls through friends for an easy introduction. You can meet new girls by hanging out with a diverse group of friends. Ask friends if they know any girls that they can introduce you to. Then, when you're all together in a group, your friend can introduce you to them. Girls typically have a larger circle of female friends than men so it might be better if you ask one of your female friends. Go to open mic nights and other local events to get to know a different crowd. Look at your college calendar or the schedule for local venues near campus to find upcoming events. Go to the events and look for girls to talk to there. Other events may include a concert, workshop, or trivia night. Decide which dating apps you want to use and download them. You can find college girls on apps like Tinder , OkCupid, and Bumble. Download the apps on your phone and create your profile. Once you've set everything up, you can usually set filters to only see girls that are college aged. Around 70% of couples find each other using online dating apps. Create your profile for the apps you’ve downloaded. Bring up your dating apps and create your own profile. Fill in all the fields that are available and upload a few good pictures of yourself. It's best to be genuine and truthful when filling out your profile. Your photos should be well-lit and show your face. It's best to fill out all the fields on your profile so that girls will know what to expect. Browse girls on the app and read their profiles. Apps will match you with girls based on the filters you set and the questions you answer. Most dating apps also have proximity settings so that you can meet girls in your area. Read through different profiles and find girls that you want to get to know. On Tinder you can swipe left on girls you're not interested in and right on girls that you want to get to know. You can also can see whether the girl goes to college or not. Message the girls that interested you. Open with something that is funny and unique. Look at their profile and mention something from it so that they know that you're interested in them specifically. If they respond back, you can ask what they like to do and see if they would want to hang out. For instance, you can say something like, “I saw that you like rock climbing. Have you ever been to Stone's Gym on Main Street?” You can ask a girl to hang out by saying something like, “Would you like to grab coffee sometime? I know this cool spot downtown.” Be confident but relaxed, or fake it 'til you make it. It may help to listen to music to get yourself in the right mindset before introducing yourself. If you seem nervous or stressed, the girl might notice and it could make her feel uncomfortable. If you don't feel confident, you can pump yourself up before you make the introduction or fake being confident even if you aren't. In fact, most people say that if they fake confidence, they start to actually feel confident! Don't say anything offensive or rude or you may give off the wrong impression. Girls are more likely to respond if they feel relaxed. Make eye contact with the girl and smile before walking up to them. If you walk up to a girl and start talking and she doesn't notice you, you may startle her. Instead, make eye contact with the girl and smile before you approach or start talking to her. If she makes eye contact and smiles back, there's a good chance that she'll be open to having a conversation. If she avoids eye contact and looks uncomfortable, you may want to try to talk to a different girl. Approach the girl and introduce yourself. Walk up to the girl and say something like, “Hey, my name is Sharone.” Don't give into any anxiety that you might have about rejection. The worst that could happen is that she keeps the conversation short or doesn't want to talk. Don't have any expectations on where the conversation will go. Just make it your goal to meet as many girls as possible. Ask questions to spark up a conversation. Questions will keep the conversation flowing and feeling less awkward. After you introduce yourself, ask the girl what her name is or what major she's in. You can ask the girl what she likes to do in her off time or what kind of music she likes. Try to make the conversation flow as naturally as possible. It may also help to take notice of something the girl is doing. For instance, if she's reading a book, you can ask her how the book is so far. If you've read the same book before, it might be something you can have a deeper conversation about. You can also ask her if she likes the activity or class that you're in. Actively listen to the girl to maintain a good conversational flow. Listen to what the girl has to say instead of just waiting to ask the next question. This will help you get to know the girl which will help with the flow of the conversation. Ask her more questions about things she seems interested in and don't be scared to talk about yourself when she asks you questions. Most people enjoy talking about themselves so give her all the opportunities to do so. Get the girl’s contact information so you can talk and meet up later. If the conversation went well, you should ask for the girl's phone number so that you can talk to her later. You can wait till the end of the conversation, or if you think it's going really well, ask her at the high point of the conversation. Say something like, “Well, I really enjoyed talking to you. Can I get your number so we can talk or hang out later?” If the conversation flowed well and you enjoyed each other's company, there's a good chance she'll also want your contact information. If the girl doesn't want to give out her contact information, don't pressure her. Instead, respect her decision and move onto someone else.
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Talk to a girl before or after class to establish a connection. Join a co-ed club or intramural sport to find girls that have similar interests. Introduce yourself to girls at lunch to meet girls in a relaxed setting. Use group projects as a great way to get to know her. Meet new girls through friends for an easy introduction. Go to open mic nights and other local events to get to know a different crowd. Decide which dating apps you want to use and download them. Create your profile for the apps you’ve downloaded. Browse girls on the app and read their profiles. Message the girls that interested you. Be confident but relaxed, or fake it 'til you make it. Make eye contact with the girl and smile before walking up to them. Approach the girl and introduce yourself. Ask questions to spark up a conversation. Actively listen to the girl to maintain a good conversational flow. Get the girl’s contact information so you can talk and meet up later.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Become-Comfortable-Around-Girls
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How to Become Comfortable Around Girls
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Being shy around girls is normal, but if you want to be more comfortable talking to them, there are a few ways to build up your confidence. It may feel strange at first, but work on using open body language when you're around a girl, like smiling, using eye contact, and standing up straight. This will help you seem confident and feel more relaxed. Instead of focusing on what you're going to say next in a conversation, just focus on being a good listener. Then, ask her something about what she's just said to continue the conversation. For example, if she just told you she likes dogs, ask her if she has one at home. If you're not comfortable talking to a girl one-on-one yet, that's okay. The next time you're with your friends, try saying something to a girl to practice your skills.
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Build your self esteem. You've got to be comfortable in your own skin if you want to be comfortable around girls. Most women are more naturally attuned to social cues and signals than men are, so if you're an insecure phony, they'll probably catch it. Challenge your negative thoughts and reinforce your positive ones to build self confidence. Learn to be comfortable alone. You can't reek of desperation. You need to be comfortable on your own so you won't be reliant on the approval of others. If you aren't reliant on girls for approval and self-validation you'll find yourself far more comfortable around them. Learn something new. Engaging in self improvement is key to becoming comfortable and confident in your own skin. You don't need to be a genius, but improving your knowledge and learning new skills will help you become more self assured and confident. You'll also never lack for an interesting answer when a girl asks you what is new! Exercise and get in shape. You don't need to look like a bodybuilder or athlete, but taking positive steps to improve yourself physically works wonders. Not only will you feel more attractive, but your brain will release mood and confidence boosting endorphins that will improve your self esteem long before you see a difference in how you look. Improving yourself physically and engaging in activities that challenge yourself will both build confidence and get you used to pushing the limits of your comfort zone. Acclimate yourself to girls. Force yourself to be around girls as much as possible. Inoculate yourself to their presence. Find common ground (or mention your new knowledge, hobby, or skill!) to start up conversations. No matter how much you work on everything else, you'll never learn to be comfortable around girls if you stay behind a computer screen. More importantly, the more you are around a girl, the more likely she is to enjoy your company. There are obviously caveats for being overbearing, but for the most part girls will like more when they are around you more. Take advantage of social groups. You don't have to start by striking out on your own and spending time with a girl 1 on 1. You can meet and spend time with girls in groups of mutual friends. Make a decision to interact individually with girls when given the opportunity in this situation. You automatically have the safety net of a group for both parties to hang out with if things get awkward or you start to become nervous. You can also use a social group as a low pressure opportunity to invite a girl to spend time with you when she perhaps she wouldn't have otherwise. Example: "Hey Becky, my friends and I were going to see the new movie. Have you seen it yet? We thought you might like to come." Engage in person. It is time to practice building connections. In an unobtrusive way, try to listen for and observe the habits and interests of girls. Use these observations to strike up conversations with girls. More often then not, they'll be happy to talk about the subject, giving you a low stress opportunity to listen and have them drive the majority of the conversation. For example: Compliment a girl on her new hairstyle and ask why she decided to change it. See that a girl is wearing school or community sports apparel, mention that you like the sport, and ask how long she has been playing. Notice a girl's tan and ask if she has been to the beach recently. Observe palm calluses or scraped shins and ask when she got into weightlifting. Develop further contact. Once rapport has been established, you can try to get girls' phone numbers or social media contact information. This doesn't have to seem like asking a girl out - but it sure is good practice! The ability to chat over text can help you learn to talk to girls in any environment. Be sure not to get tied to only communicating electronically! It is a good start and good practice, but not everything! Don't let rejection get you down. When asking for a girl's contact information, it is okay if they decline. It shouldn't shake your confidence, nor should you become pushy. Even the best baseball players fail to get on base over half the time. Don't let rejection get you disappointed. Occasional rejection and disappointment are actually healthy. Getting rejected and then bouncing back will condition you to realize that rejection is totally normal and okay! Project welcoming body language. Your body language can say a lot! You don't want to be telling girls that you are nervous, or worse, that you don't want to talk to them. Your words might sound comfortable and engaging, but if your body language is off, they'll be as nervous as you are and the interaction will be awkward. A smile works wonders! Also keep your hips and shoulders open to potential conversation partners (crossed or folded arms and hands are bad!) Use reasonable hand motions, gestures, and eye contact while speaking. You'll appear more engaging, plus the physical movement is an outlet for stress, relaxing and soothing you. Casually make friendly physical contact when appropriate. A tap on the forearm to draw attention or a touch on the shoulder when passing are perfectly normal and are very easy physical icebreakers. Engage in conversation. Girls are actually very much like guys, and enjoy talking about many of the same things. Discover mutual interests and focus on those, or let her know that you are curious about her interests. Conversations with girls are probably easier than you think, especially when you are talking about a comfortable subject that you already like. The most important part of a conversation? Being a good listener. If you are a good listener, both guys and girls will be more than happy to pour out their hearts and minds. The best part is that you won't even have to talk too much if you aren't comfortable doing that. Listening is the most important communication skill you can have. Being a good listener will also demonstrate that you care about the other person, rather than being focused on yourself. Do things together. The easiest way to not only break the ice but also build comfort in a relationship is to do things together. This doesn't have to occur in the format of a date. By having your attention focused on a particular task or activity, nervousness is less likely to creep in. It is a much more low pressure way of building comfort and getting to know one another than an extended 1-on-1 conversation or date. Find activities that involve common interests or responsibilities. Walk your dogs or do your homework together. Suggest new adventures that you both might be interested in. If you both do something new, you'll be more nervous about and focused on the new activity, rather than your nervousness about being around a girl.
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Build your self esteem. Learn to be comfortable alone. Learn something new. Exercise and get in shape. Acclimate yourself to girls. Take advantage of social groups. Engage in person. Develop further contact. Don't let rejection get you down. Project welcoming body language. Engage in conversation. Do things together.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Apply-for-WIC
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How to Apply for WIC
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To apply for WIC, start by going to the USDA's WIC website to see if you meet the eligibility criteria. If so, locate your local WIC office by selecting your state from the dropdown menu, and make an appointment. Additionally, research your state's requirements so you know what documents to bring to your appointment. Once you're at the office, be prepared to undergo a medical screening to determine if you have any nutritional risks.
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Consider the categorical requirements. If you need assistance in paying for food for yourself or your family, the first thing to determine is whether you fall within an eligible category of people. WIC assistance is available to following types of individuals: Women. Women can apply for WIC assistance if they pregnant or have been pregnant within the last six months. Women who breastfeed are eligible for WIC aid for up to one year after giving birth. Infants. Babies are eligible for WIC aid up to their first birthdays. Children. Children under the age of five may also be eligible. Research income requirements. WIC aid is available to individuals who are struggling financially. Although the exact income thresholds vary from state to state, they are generally within the 100 to 185 percent of the federal poverty level. Federal poverty definitions are available on the USDA website. Previous enrollment in some other assistance programs may make you automatically eligible for WIC assistance. These include the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, also known as food stamps), Medicaid, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF, also known as welfare), and sometimes other programs as determined by the state you live in. Evaluate your nutritional risk. The USDA considers certain medical conditions and other circumstances to be a "nutritional risk." These conditions make applicants more likely to receive aid. Among these conditions are: Anemia (low blood iron levels) Being underweight A history of poor pregnancy outcomes (e.g. miscarriages, premature births) Dietary based conditions (e.g. having a poor diet) Pre-screen yourself. Use the USDA's pre-screening tool to see if you are likely to be accepted into your state's program. This is available at https://wic.fns.usda.gov/wps/pages/preScreenTool.xhtml. You will need to disable your browser's pop-up blocker to ensure you can load the tool. Find your state's WIC agency. Once you've decided you're eligible, locate a nearby agency office using the list available on the USDA's website. Select your state from the drop down list or by clicking on the map. Then, click “Apply.” You can only apply for WIC in the state of your primary residence. You may be required to show proof of residence. Research your state's application requirements. Find them using the state's WIC website or call the toll-free number provided to inquire about state requirements.. Read or ask about your state's income requirements to verify you meet your state's requirements.. Find out what documents you need to provide to prove eligibility If you are enrolled in other aid programs, read or ask about which ones might make you eligible and what proof of enrollment you'll need to provide. Make an appointment at your state's WIC office. In some states there may only be one location in the entire state. Other states have several WIC locations. Note that most WIC offices only take new appointments on certain days of the week or month. You will need to plan in advance. Go to your appointment. Go to the WIC office at the scheduled time. Make sure to bring any necessary documents to prove your eligibility. You will need to bring some proof of income, such as one month's worth of check stubs or previous tax records, depending on your state's requirements. You may also want to bring proof of enrollment in other programs, such as Medicaid, TANF or SNAP. Meet with a doctor. There will, in most cases, be a medical screening at the appointment to determine any nutritional risks you may have. This appointment should be made and completed at no cost to you in order to assess this eligibility requirement. You can also bring documentation from your own physician that shows you have a nutritional risk condition if you prefer. Fill out the application. As part of your appointment, you'll fill out and application form. The specifics of this form vary from one state to the next. It is at this point that you will provide your proof of income and other program enrollment information such as your address, date of birth, parental status, and so forth. In some states you can start this process online. Wait to hear from the WIC office. If you are accepted you will also receive monthly checks to help purchase nutritional food from WIC-authorized vendors. You will also receive information about good nutrition, breastfeeding and other services.
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Consider the categorical requirements. Research income requirements. Evaluate your nutritional risk. Pre-screen yourself. Find your state's WIC agency. Research your state's application requirements. Make an appointment at your state's WIC office. Go to your appointment. Meet with a doctor. Fill out the application. Wait to hear from the WIC office.
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How to Draw a Pig
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To draw a pig, first draw an oval for the body, a circle for the head, and a rectangle for the snout. Then, draw the pig's legs extending down off the oval. Add triangle-shaped hooves at the ends. Next, draw 2 big triangles on the head for the ears. Then connect all of the shapes to make the final outline of the pig. Finally, add the finishing details, like the pig's eyes, mouth, and tail.
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Draw the outlines for the pig’s body, head, and snout. First, draw an oval that's slightly tilted downward for the pig's body. Then, draw a circle on the bottom left side of the oval for the head. Finally, draw a rectangle coming off of the circle for the snout. Draw the outlines for the pig's upper legs. Use trapezoids that are wider at the top to outline the legs. Make the back leg that's closest to you bigger than all the rest. Outline the lower portions of the legs. For the front legs, draw narrow trapezoids extending down off of the upper legs. For the back legs, draw 2 irregular squares coming off of each upper leg at an angle. Draw triangles under the legs and on top of the head for the ears and feet. There should be 1 triangle at the end of each leg and 2 triangles on top of the head. Make the triangles on the head bigger than the ones on the legs. Draw a detailed outline using all of the shapes you’ve drawn so far. Use soft, rounded lines for the outline to smooth out the guidelines. Add in the details. Draw the eyes, mouth, and tip of the snout. You should also add a curly tail and the hooves on the feet. Erase all of the guidelines. This includes all of the shapes you drew, except for the outline and the details you added. Color in your pig. Start by coloring your pig pink. Then, fill in the hooves and tail using black or brown. You can also add shading to make your drawing more realistic. Draw a bean shape with 2 small circles in it. The bean shape will be the outline for the pig's body, and the small circles will be the eyes. Draw the eyes on the left side of the bean shape. If it helps, you can draw horizontal and verticle guidelines to help you align the eyes. Draw the ears on top of the body. Draw 1 ear extending off the upper left side of the body. Then, draw the second ear coming down off the center point of the upper body. Add an iris to each eye and then draw the legs. Draw a smaller circle inside each eye and fill it in. Then, draw 4 egg shapes with flat bases at the bottom of the body for the pig's legs. Draw the snout, mouth, and hooves. First, draw a horizontal oval between the eyes for the snout. Then, draw an upward curve under the snout for the mouth. Finally, draw a downward curving line near the bottom of each leg to make the hooves. Add the details to your drawing. Draw a curly tail extending off the back of the pig's body. You should also draw 2 slits on the snout for the nostrils. Additionally, draw a vertical line down the middle of each hoof. Color your pig in. Use pink to color in your pig's body and legs. Then, color the hooves in using beige or brown.
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Draw the outlines for the pig’s body, head, and snout. Draw the outlines for the pig's upper legs. Outline the lower portions of the legs. Draw triangles under the legs and on top of the head for the ears and feet. Draw a detailed outline using all of the shapes you’ve drawn so far. Add in the details. Erase all of the guidelines. Color in your pig. Draw a bean shape with 2 small circles in it. Draw the ears on top of the body. Add an iris to each eye and then draw the legs. Draw the snout, mouth, and hooves. Add the details to your drawing. Color your pig in.
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How to Soothe a Burnt Tongue
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As soon as you burn your tongue, counteract the heat by sucking on an ice cube or drinking something cold. You can also breathe through your mouth to allow cool air to soothe your tongue. If your tongue still hurts, try eating Greek yogurt to help cool the burn. You can also try rinsing your mouth out with saltwater to help speed your recovery. While your tongue is healing, avoid acidic and salty foods, as they may cause additional irritation.
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Suck on an ice cube or ice pop. The most obvious way to soothe a burnt tongue is to counteract the heat with something cold. Try sucking on an ice cube or licking an ice pop—even drinking a cold drink will help. Eat yogurt. Yogurt is one of the best remedies for a burnt tongue, as it is extremely cooling and soothing. Eat a spoonful immediately after burning your tongue and let it sit on your mouth for a few seconds before swallowing. Natural Greek yogurt is recommended, but any kind of yogurt will do. You could also try drinking a glass of cold milk. Sprinkle sugar on your tongue. One unique home remedy for a burnt tongue is to sprinkle a pinch of white sugar onto the burnt area and let it dissolve. Let it sit in the mouth for at least a minute for the pain to go away. Any pain should quickly subside. Eat a spoonful of honey. Honey is a naturally soothing substance that can be used to ease the pain of a burnt tongue. Not more than a spoonful is necessary Simply eat a spoonful and allow the honey to sit on your tongue for a few moments before swallowing. Be aware that you should never give honey to children under 12 months of age, as it can harbor toxic spores causing infant botulism, which can lead to death. Do a saltwater rinse. Saltwater can relieve the burn while preventing an infection at the same time. Mix one teaspoon of salt with a cup of water. Take a big sip of the water, and swish it around in your mouth. Hold the saltwater in your mouth for between one and two minutes before spitting it out in a sink. Use vitamin E. Vitamin E oil will help to soothe a burnt tongue and will also speed up the healing process by helping the tongue tissue to regenerate. Simply open a 1,000 IU vitamin E capsule and spread the oil on the burnt part of your tongue. Breathe through your mouth. It may sound pretty basic, but simply breathing through your mouth (instead of your nose) can help to soothe a burnt tongue, due to the cold air that rushes over your tongue when you inhale. Avoid acidic and salty foods. Until healing occurs, stay away from acidic foods like tomatoes, citrus fruits and juices and vinegar. If you really want to, water down orange juice so it is very weak but cold and that will soothe the area for the time you drink it. You should also avoid salty foods like potato chips, or spicy foods, like hot sauce, since these items will irritate the area. Use aloe vera. The aloe vera plant is a popular natural remedy for soothing and healing burns. Apply a little aloe vera gel (straight from the plant, not from creams or store-bought gels) directly onto the burnt area of the tongue. Be forewarned—it probably won't taste very good! Or freeze the gel from the plant into ice cubes and suck on them so they're cold and relieving the pain. Suck on cough drops. Look for cough drops that contain benzocaine, menthol or phenol. All of these ingredients act as local anesthetic, numbing your tongue and helping to relieve pain. Anesthetic mouthwash which contains these ingredients may help as well. Chew a menthol chewing gum. Chewing a gum that contains menthol can help to activate the cold-sensitive receptors on your tongue, making your tongue feel nice and cool. Both peppermint and spearmint flavor gums contain menthol derivatives. Take some pain medication. If the pain in your tongue is very bad, consider taking over-the-counter pain medication, such as acetaminophen (paracetamol) or ibuprofen. This will ease the pain and help to bring down any swelling. Avoid using burn creams or ointments. Most burn creams and ointments are designed for topical use only. They should not be applied to the tongue, as they may contain ingredients that are toxic if ingested. The only exception to this are burn creams and ointments that are designed specifically for oral use. Consider seeing a doctor. If your burnt tongue remains painful or swollen for more than 7 days, it is recommended that you see a doctor. The doctor may prescribe stronger forms of pain relief or medication to speed healing. If the burning sensation in your tongue arises on its own, without having physically burned it on hot food or drink, you may have a condition known as burnt tongue syndrome. This can be very painful and may affect other areas of the mouth. If you suspect that you may have burnt tongue syndrome, it is recommended that you see your doctor immediately as it may be a symptom of a more serious underlying issue such as diabetes, hyperthyroidism, depression or food allergy. Drink milk. Is your tongue on fire from a chili pepper or other spicy food? Throw back a glass of milk. The protein in milk helps to dislodge capsaicin, the molecular compound responsible for that spicy burn, from receptors on your tongue. If you don't have milk, try a different dairy product, like yogurt or sour cream. Snack on some chocolate. Chocolate has a lot of fat, which helps remove capsaicin from your mouth. Go for milk chocolate, since it has more fat, plus some of milk's burn-fighting properties. Munch on a slice of bread. Bread acts like a spice sponge, soaking up the capsaicin and leaving your mouth a little cooler. Eat a teaspoon of sugar. Sugar helps absorb some of the spicy oil to alleviate that tingly, burning sensation you get after eating something spicy. Alternatively, you can use honey. Try a high proof alcohol. Alcohol dissolves capsaicin, so if you are of age, you can use a high proof alcohol, like tequila or vodka, to soothe a tongue burning from spicy food. Avoid more watery alcoholic beverages, like beer. These can make the burning worse. Remember to drink responsibly.
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Suck on an ice cube or ice pop. Eat yogurt. Sprinkle sugar on your tongue. Eat a spoonful of honey. Do a saltwater rinse. Use vitamin E. Breathe through your mouth. Avoid acidic and salty foods. Use aloe vera. Suck on cough drops. Chew a menthol chewing gum. Take some pain medication. Avoid using burn creams or ointments. Consider seeing a doctor. Drink milk. Snack on some chocolate. Munch on a slice of bread. Eat a teaspoon of sugar. Try a high proof alcohol.
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How to Trace a Money Order
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To trace a money order with a receipt, locate the name of the issuer and the receipt number listed on your receipt. You may be able to use the issuer's website to track your money order, but if you can't, contact them directly using the customer service phone number listed on the receipt. Be sure to have the receipt number handy! If you believe your money order is lost or stolen, you may have to fill out and mail in paperwork to trace it.
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Be sure that you have the proper receipt. In order to track your money order, you'll have to have the correct receipt; that is, you'll need the one with the serial number or receipt number of the money order on it. For USPS money orders, this will be the stub on the side of the order. For Western Union orders, this will be the bottom portion. Some resellers (convenience stores, supermarkets, etc.) may provide you with an additional receipt that does not show the required numbers. This is not the receipt that you need. Know who to contact. You will need to contact the issuer of the money order. This is the service that actually processes the order, usually your bank, the US Postal Service, or another money-sending service like MoneyGram or Western Union. The name of the issuer will also appear on the money order and receipt. You should not contact the reseller of your money order, which could be any convenience store, supermarket, or other store where your money order was purchased. Follow the status of the money order online. Some issuers allow you to track the money order online for free using the serial number. The USPS, for example, has a convenient tracking site that you can use to check the status of your money order and see if it has been lost or stolen. Most issuers do not offer online tracking. If it is unclear if you can do so, or how you can do so, contact the seller to see if it is possible. Choose a shipment method with its own tracking number. Even if you cannot track the money order directly, you can typically track the physical package that contains it. Most mail services and post offices will provide a tracking number, which you can use online to follow the location of the shipment. If the package does not arrive at its destination, you can show your receipt for the money order to the shipper and request reimbursement. Call the money order issuer. You can find a customer service number on the receipt or stub for the money order. If for some reason the number is illegible or missing, you can easily find contact information for the issuer on their website. All that you will have to do when you call is tell the representative that you need to trace the money order and provide them with the serial number or receipt for the your order. The representative will only be able to tell you if the money order has been cashed or if it is outstanding, and will not be able to tell you it's location. Complete the necessary paperwork. If you believe your money order is lost or stolen, you will have to fill out the proper type of form and mail it in to trace your money order. For USPS money orders, visit a USPS location and ask for a PS Form 6401 Money Order Inquiry. You will need a valid photo ID and a fee of $6.10 to issue the request. From there, USPS will trace your money order and it will appear on the lost money order list on the USPS website if it is indeed lost or stolen. For Western Union or MoneyGram orders, take the receipt to the agent that you bought the money order from. After you fill out the required paperwork and pay a fee ($15 for Western Union), the service will trace the money order for you. For some tracing requests, this may take up to 8 weeks. File for replacement or compensation if the money order is lost or stolen. Depending on the issuer and the materials you can provide, this can be either an easy or a time-consuming process. Western Union has a variety of applications for compensation available to customers, and you must select the appropriate form depending on which materials you have (serial number and receipt, for example). If the money order has not been cashed, Western Union will either refund your money or replace the money order. For MoneyGram money orders, expect that, if the money order has not been cashed, the full amount will be refunded to you within 30 to 65 days of filing the correct paperwork. If the money order has been cashed, though, you will only receive a photocopy of the cashed money order. If you purchased the money order from the USPS, and your money order is found to be lost or stolen, you will be allowed to receive compensation or replacement no sooner than 60 days after you first filed the 6401 form claim mentioned above. USPS will require a processing fee of $6.10. Check if you can trace the money order without a receipt. While most banks and issuers will allow you to trace your money order without a receipt, some will not. For example, if you have lost your receipt for a USPS money order and wish to trace it, read no further. USPS does not allow tracing of any money order without a receipt. Call your issuer's customer service number (easily found on their website) to see if they can trace a money order without a receipt. Know who to contact. You will need to contact the issuer of the money order. This is the service that actually processes the order, usually your bank, the US Postal Service, or another money-sending service like MoneyGram or Western Union. You should not contact the reseller of your money order, which could be any convenience store, supermarket, or other store where your money order was purchased. Gather relevant information. Money orders purchased from an institution other than a bank may be difficult to track. Try to come up with as much information as possible to help the institution locate your money order before contacting them. Important information to have may include: Date and time of purchase Your contact information Where you bought it The amount of the money order Any information about other money orders you purchased on that day, if applicable. Contact the issuer. How this process will work varies between issuers. For a bank-issued money order, your bank will likely keep a copy of the receipt, as they are the issuing institution. It is also likely that they will be able to identify your money order from your account history and trace it this way. However, none of this is guaranteed and will vary between banks. Contact yours for more information. For tracing orders through a non-bank issuer (such as MoneyGram or Western Union) without a receipt, this will have to be done either in person at the store or with the agent that you purchased the money order from or through the mail. Both options will require you to fill out a form that requires some or all of the information listed above, pay a fee, and either turn it in at the store or mail it in. For Western Union "Research Requests," as these requests are called, a fee of $30 must be paid at the store or included with the mailed-in form. File for replacement or compensation if the money order is found to be lost or stolen. Depending on the issuer and the materials you can provide, this can be either an easy or a time-consuming process. If the money order is located and has not been cashed, Western Union will either refund your money or replace the money order. For MoneyGram money orders, expect that, if the money order has not been cashed, the full amount will be refunded to you within 30 to 65 days of filing the correct paperwork. If the money order has been cashed, though, you will only receive a photocopy of the cashed money order.
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Be sure that you have the proper receipt. Know who to contact. Follow the status of the money order online. Choose a shipment method with its own tracking number. Call the money order issuer. Complete the necessary paperwork. File for replacement or compensation if the money order is lost or stolen. Check if you can trace the money order without a receipt. Know who to contact. Gather relevant information. Contact the issuer. File for replacement or compensation if the money order is found to be lost or stolen.
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How to Apply Termidor
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Termidor is a great product for getting rid of termites, but you'll need to be careful when applying it, since it's toxic to humans and animals. Wait until you'll have 2 days without rain so it doesn't wash away, and get everyone out of your house for a couple of hours. Cover any vents outside, and remove any edible plants from the area. Loosen the soil around the perimeter of your house with a hoe or shovel, and dig a trench 6 inches wide and deep all around. However, don't apply Termidor near any drains or waterways so it doesn't get into the water supply. Mix Termidor with water in your sprayer tank according to the label. Then, spray it into the trench and on the soil you removed. Once the Termidor has soaked in, return the soil to the trench. Don't forget to wear protective gloves, goggles, and a respirator.
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Check if Termidor is available for sale in your area. In some regions, Termidor is only sold to pest control professionals who are Termidor Certified. These individuals are trained in how to effectively use this pesticide without risking harm to people, pets or the environment. However, it is available for sale online in some areas, and you may be able to get it shipped to you. Additionally, it's sold in some hardware stores in places without restrictions. Although it's sold online, stores usually won't ship to regions where it's not legal to purchase Termidor without a certification. Keep in mind that termites are very difficult to treat on your own. If you miss just one spot, your termite shield will be ineffective. Hiring a trained professional is the best way to ensure a successful treatment. Order Termidor online or purchase it from a hardware store, if it's available. Buy the amount recommended for your home's square footage. You'll need to treat the entire perimeter of your home, even if you only have termites in one small area. If you only treat a small area around your home, the termites will just move to the untreated area. You'll also need a pesticide sprayer in order to apply the Termidor around your home. You can purchase Termidor for under $100, if it's sold in your area. Hire a Termidor Certified professional if Termidor is unavailable to you. Use the zip code locator on Termidor's website to find a professional in your area. Research the professional to check their service record and look for complaints. Get at least 3 different quotes, if possible, to help you identify the best value. Ask your professional for a pest control plan in writing, which includes how many treatments are included in the price. Many plans cover a 1-2 year period, since termites are hard to eradicate. You can find the zip code locator here: https://www.termidorhome.com/. If you live outside the United States, you'll need to do an online search for pest control professionals in your area. Make sure they are licensed to operate in your area, and check that they're a member of local or national pest control associations. Additionally, read reviews from prior customers. Prevent the product from entering nearby waterways. This includes drains, wells, ponds, streams, rivers, and other water sources. Termidor SC is toxic to humans, fish, and other wildlife, so you don't want it tainting the water. Never apply this product near an area you know will runoff into a waterway. Remember, you can't get it out of the water once it's gone into it. If you're in doubt, call in a professional. Check the weather forecast to make sure no rain is expected within 48 hours. Rain will wash away the Termidor SC, reducing its effectiveness. Additionally, this may cause the product to contaminate nearby waterways. However, allowing 48 hours for the product to dry will ensure it stays in place. Do your best to apply the Termidor SC on a clear day, if you can. Keep any family members, roommates, or pets out of the home for 1-2 hours. The fumes from the pesticide can be toxic in high doses, so you want to allow the area time to ventilate. Although this may not always be necessary, it's better to keep your family and pets safe. Since you're applying the treatment outdoors, you don't need to open windows or doors to ventilate the inside of your home. Warn your neighbors that you will be using a pesticide. They may prefer to leave the premises or secure their pets away from the area. This is especially important if anyone has a pet that typically roams around your home, as it may inadvertently come into contact with the pesticide. Say, “I'm going to be applying a pesticide to kill termites around my home. It's considered safe for use around humans and pets, but I wanted to let you know so you can avoid the area for a few hours.” Use plastic sheeting to cover your exterior air conditioning ducts, vents, and drains. Use painter's tape to secure the plastic sheeting around the ducts, vents, or drains. Make sure there are no gaps around the plastic, so that there is no leakage. This prevents the Termidor from getting into your home. Cover the vents on the outside of your home, since that's where you'll be applying the Termidor. You don't want it to come into your home through the vents. Turn off your air conditioner or heating system while your vents are covered. Tent or remove edible plants so they don’t get contaminated. If you get the Termidor on your plants, they will be toxic for consumption. If you can, remove the plants from the area while you apply the pesticide. However, you can cover them with a plastic sheet if this is not an option. Use a stick or rod to tent the plastic sheeting so that it doesn't crush the plant. You should still wash the part of the plant you eat before consuming it. Mark the location of electrical lines, sewer lines, and plumbing and heating pipes. It's important that you don't make contact with any electrical lines, as this can result in injury or death. Similarly, don't risk puncturing sewer lines, plumbing pipes, or heating pipes. This can be both dangerous and unpleasant. You may need to call out your local authorities to mark them for you. Use a hoe to loosen the soil around the perimeter of your home, if necessary. Break up the soil that's directly beside your home's foundation. This will keep the Termidor SC from flowing away from the treatment area. Hard-packed soil is hard for the treatment to penetrate, so it will not soak in as well. If you don't have a hoe, you can use a shovel or spade. Dig a 6 in (15 cm) wide and 6 in (15 cm) deep trench around the base of your home. Use a shovel to make your trench and follow the entire perimeter of your home. The trench allows the Termidor to penetrate below the soil, killing the subterranean termites. Additionally, it prevents the product from flowing away from the treatment area. Trenches are necessary and effective whether your house is built on a slab or on blocks. For a home built on a slab, the trench will run alongside the slab. If your home is on blocks, the trench will run in front of the blocks. Hammer rods about 4 in (10 cm) into the trench, spaced 12 in (30 cm) apart. Using rods is optional but will allow the Termidor to reach even further into the ground, providing extra protection. You can use any metal stake or rebar for your rods. Remove the rods after you create a hole. Remember not to hit any pipes or sewer lines. Pest control professionals use rodding to help the product work more effectively, but not all homeowners will use it. Put on personal protective gear before handling and applying Termidor. This includes a washable hat, protective eyewear, a face mask, thick work gloves, a long sleeved shirt, long pants, and close-toed shoes. It's best to wear a half-facepiece respirator with a combined dust and gas cartridge, as this provides the best protection against breathing in the fumes. Fill about ⅓ of your sprayer tank with water. You don't need to worry about how much water you're putting in. As long as you know the size of your tank, you'll be able to create the right mixture by measuring out your Termidor. Use your water hose or a bucket to fill the tank. You'll need to purchase a pesticide sprayer separately from the Termidor. Choose a model that comes with a pump and applicator. If you don't have a sprayer, you can use a 5 US gal (19 L) bucket to mix and apply the Termidor. However, application won't be as easy and may not be even. Additionally, it's best to use a sprayer to treat the soil you took out of your trench. Attach the applicator tube to the tank. Follow the instructions for your sprayer to make sure the applicator is securely attached. As you mix your solution, the sprayer pump will prime your applicator tube by cycling the solution through it. This is the part that sprays the solution. Start the pump to begin agitating the water. Follow the instructions for your particular model. You should see the water rippling due to the pumping action. Once you add the Termidor SC, it will start mixing with the water. If you're not sure how to turn on your pump, check the instruction manual. Add the correct amount of Termidor SC, as directed on the label. Measure out the Termidor SC and put it into the sprayer tank. The pump will mix the solution for you, so don't try to shake or stir it. Fill the rest of the tank with water. Use your water hose or bucket to add water until it reaches the fill line on your sprayer model. Don't overflow the tank, as this may spill the pesticide solution onto ground that's not being treated. Wait 2-3 minutes for the Termidor SC to dissolve. Then, your solution will be ready for use. Leave the pump on as you use the sprayer so that the solution remains mixed. Spray the Termidor into the trench you dug around your home. Saturate the soil and allow the solution to puddle in the trench. It's better to apply a little more solution than necessary, as it will soak into the soil around your home. Since termites are likely living in the soil around your home, this is necessary to kill them. For best results, apply about 4 gallons (15 L) of Termidor for every 10 feet (3.0 m) of the length of your trench. However, your soil may not accept this much pesticide, so you can apply less if necessary. Stop spraying if the pesticide starts to runoff. Pour about 4 gallons (15 L) of the Termidor solution into each rod hole, if applicable. Use the markings on your sprayer to determine how much solution you are applying. The Termidor will soak into the ground around the holes and kill the termites. The holes allow the product to penetrate deeper into the ground. Treat the entire perimeter of your home. Walk slowly as you treat the entire length of each side of your home. It doesn't matter if you've only seen the termites in one area. You still need to treat the entire home. If you leave any spots untreated, the termites will just move there and resume damaging your home. Check that the Termidor has soaked into the trench before you fill it up. In most cases, you'll notice that the pesticide has soaked into the ground at your starting spot once you've worked your way around your home. If it hasn't, give it more time to dissipate. Monitor the area until there's no more standing liquid in the trench. This ensures that the Termidor goes as far into the ground as possible. If you add soil back into the trench before it soaks into the ground, the added soil will soak up some of the pesticide. Spray the Termidor on the soil you dug out of the trench. Use long, even strokes to wet the soil with the pesticide. This ensures that termites will make contact with the treatment. If you don't treat this soil, termites that stay on the surface of the ground won't die. Use a sprayer to treat this soil. If you use a bucket, it will be too hard to control the application. If you can, ask someone to help you refill the trench. It's faster and easier to accomplish this if one person is treating the soil and the other person is putting it back into the trench. Refill your trench with the treated soil. Use your shovel to push the soil back into the trench. Work your way around your entire home until the trench is completely filled in with soil. If you don't have a shovel, you can use a garden hoe to refill the trench.
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Check if Termidor is available for sale in your area. Order Termidor online or purchase it from a hardware store, if it's available. Hire a Termidor Certified professional if Termidor is unavailable to you. Prevent the product from entering nearby waterways. Check the weather forecast to make sure no rain is expected within 48 hours. Keep any family members, roommates, or pets out of the home for 1-2 hours. Warn your neighbors that you will be using a pesticide. Use plastic sheeting to cover your exterior air conditioning ducts, vents, and drains. Tent or remove edible plants so they don’t get contaminated. Mark the location of electrical lines, sewer lines, and plumbing and heating pipes. Use a hoe to loosen the soil around the perimeter of your home, if necessary. Dig a 6 in (15 cm) wide and 6 in (15 cm) deep trench around the base of your home. Hammer rods about 4 in (10 cm) into the trench, spaced 12 in (30 cm) apart. Put on personal protective gear before handling and applying Termidor. Fill about ⅓ of your sprayer tank with water. Attach the applicator tube to the tank. Start the pump to begin agitating the water. Add the correct amount of Termidor SC, as directed on the label. Fill the rest of the tank with water. Wait 2-3 minutes for the Termidor SC to dissolve. Spray the Termidor into the trench you dug around your home. Pour about 4 gallons (15 L) of the Termidor solution into each rod hole, if applicable. Treat the entire perimeter of your home. Check that the Termidor has soaked into the trench before you fill it up. Spray the Termidor on the soil you dug out of the trench. Refill your trench with the treated soil.
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How to Maintain Professional Boundaries in Social Work
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Social work often involves working closely with your clients, so it's crucial that you know how to keep professional boundaries. Provide your clients with a list of numbers they can call in an emergency, such as your office, local support groups, or 24-hour helplines. That way, they won't always need to call you in a crisis. Avoid giving out your personal contact information, since this can result in an unprofessional dynamic. It's also wise to stay away from discussing your personal life, because this may give your clients the idea that you're a friend. Instead, you should cultivate healthy friendships outside of your job so you have a clear line between your social and professional lives.
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Tell your clients what numbers to call in a crisis situation. It is important to provide all of your clients with a list of numbers to call in an emergency. Otherwise, your clients may try to contact you and only you. Make sure that you provide your clients with numbers for your office, an after-hours answering service, 24 hour call centers, emergency services, and local community organizations. Refrain from giving out your personal contact information. Telling clients to contact you at all hours and giving out your personal cell phone number, e-mail, or home address, may lead to an unprofessional dynamic. It may also cause your client to lose trust if for some reason you do not answer your phone or you cannot help. Always provide a professional work email, phone number, and office location for your clients to use to contact you. Protect your privacy on social media. Your client might be tempted to "friend" you on Facebook or another form of social media. But interacting with your client in this context could breach professional boundaries. Make sure your Facebook settings and other on-line profiles are set to private or limited to people you have approved to follow you. If your client can access information about you publicly on-line, this could lead to a conflict of interests. Similarly, do not seek out information about your clients on-line that is private or irrelevant to your work with that client. Maintain confidentiality. It is imperative that you do not disclose the details of your client's struggles outside of a professional context. Do not discuss your client with your friends or family members at social gatherings. If you disclose confidential information relating to your client, he or she must sign a valid consent form which gives you permission to do this. If you are discussing confidential information with fellow colleagues or a supervisor, then make sure this is done in private. Do not discuss it in hallways, stairways or other public places where it can be overheard. Establish clear physical boundaries. One of the most effective ways to establish clear professional boundaries is to let your behavior set the standard for your meetings with your client. It is important that you do not touch your client in any inappropriate way. Inappropriate forms of touching might include hugging, caressing, or holding your client's hand. While you might think these gestures show compassion or care, it is possible they could make your client feel uncomfortable and as if he or she is in an exploitative dynamic. Ask yourself if there is even the smallest possibility your client could be psychologically harmed by your touching. If yes, then avoid making physical contact with your client. In some cases, hugging a client may be appropriate. For example, if a client asks for a hug during your last session together, then that would be appropriate. If you work with children or the elderly, then hugging and hand holding may be appropriate sometimes as well. Dress appropriately. Your style of dress will also signal professional boundaries to your client. Slacks, blazers, blouses, and knee length skirts and dresses are generally appropriate forms of dress. Avoid wearing any form of low-cut or revealing clothing. This could make your client feel deeply uncomfortable and establish an exploitative dynamic between you and your client. Use appropriate language. Avoid using profanity, even if your client often speaks this way. You should also avoid using derogatory language, like insults or slurs, even if your client uses this type of language. Make sure your language is always appropriate so your client knows that you are trustworthy and professional. Refrain from discussing your personal life. You might feel the urge to discuss your personal problems or difficulties in order to relate to your clients. But your clients benefit more from your professional expertise than your personal life experiences. When you discuss intimate, personal details of your life with your clients, it could confuse your clients about to the nature of your relationship and this could be distressing for your client. Watch for conflicts of interest. Dual relationships are relationships in which you interact with your client in a setting separate from your professional work. If you are a social worker in a small community, there is a chance you might meet your client in other contexts, such as church, school or in another social setting. Try to limit contact with your client in these situations. The more time you spend with your client outside of a professional context, the greater the opportunity for a breach of professional boundaries. For example, if you attend the same church as your client, avoid joining the same volunteer committee or attending the same Bible study class as your client. If you run into a client while in the gym or at the grocery store, then try to minimize the encounter. Be polite and professional but do not linger in a social capacity. You should not ignore your client, but do not start a social interaction unless your client approaches you. Do not approach your client. Similarly, do not agree to do favors for your clients outside of a professional setting. Don't agree to give rides to your client or to babysit for your client. This can easily compromise professional boundaries. Prohibit sexual relationships with your clients or former clients. Sexual or intimate relationships with your current clients are unethical and inappropriate. You cannot have sex with a former or current client and you cannot accept a client with whom you have had an intimate relationship. You may lose your job or be prosecuted for doing so. Former clients could also be harmed by a sexual relationship due to your privileged knowledge of their case work. Never enter into a sexual relationship with any of your clients' relatives or close friends either. These relationships could also potentially exploit your clients and their treatment. If you find yourself developing romantic feelings toward your client, excuse yourself from the case and refer the person to another social worker. Decline to enter into financial relationships with your clients. You must never give your client money or accept money or gifts from your client. Do not engage in relationships where your client gives you additional money or gifts for things unrelated to social work. Do not borrow money from or lend funds to current or former clients. These are actions that can easily confuse your client and put your client in an exploitative position in relation to you. Cultivate friendships outside of work. One of the best ways to maintain professional boundaries is to have a clear line between your professional life and your social life. Keep in touch with old friends from high school, college or your field work rounds. If you are new to a city, try joining volunteer groups, church groups or intramural sporting teams for basketball, running, baseball, etc. Participate in activities you love. If you enjoy reading, watching movies, taking photos, acting in community theater plays, singing in a local choir, then make these activities a robust part of your social life. Try to find a hobby that gives you regularly, weekly activities. Having something regularly scheduled outside of work will help you maintain professional boundaries while also reducing stress in your daily life. Leave work in the office. Establish clear boundaries for yourself away from the office. Do not check your work e-mail, voicemail or take professional calls when you are at home or on vacation. You can still be an excellent social worker without being available to your clients 24/7. Consider finding a therapist. Social work can take a huge toll on your mental and physical health, so it is important for you to find someone to talk to about your emotions. Talking to a therapist can help you to feel more balanced and it can also prevent you from being distracted from your own problems during your time with your clients.
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Tell your clients what numbers to call in a crisis situation. Refrain from giving out your personal contact information. Protect your privacy on social media. Maintain confidentiality. Establish clear physical boundaries. Dress appropriately. Use appropriate language. Refrain from discussing your personal life. Watch for conflicts of interest. Prohibit sexual relationships with your clients or former clients. Decline to enter into financial relationships with your clients. Cultivate friendships outside of work. Participate in activities you love. Leave work in the office. Consider finding a therapist.
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How to Donate Food
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If you want to donate food, start by gathering suitable items such as uncooked pasta or rice, canned goods, and milk that doesn't need to be kept in the refrigerator. As you gather your items, select foods that won't be expiring anytime soon, such as cereal or other dried food options. If possible, try to donate healthier items and avoid anything high in sugar or sodium as these items may be thrown out. Finally, before you donate the food, make sure the packaging is still intact or otherwise, it won't be accepted.
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Discover what institutions accept donations. Look for the variety of institutions accepting donations in your area. Depending on your location there many be any number of dedicated food banks, homeless shelters, domestic violence and abuse shelters, and youth homes that all accept regular food donations. Utilize online resources that find local food banks and food rescue programs based on your location, like these from: http://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank or http://sustainableamerica.org/foodrescue/. Check out local businesses like grocery stores or dollar stores, which regularly hold food drives for specific groups or events. Sometimes it's as easy as paying for a few previously selected items at the register. Consider if anyone you know is struggling with hunger. If you have a neighbor or family member who is out of work or recovering from a major illness, bring over dinner or offer to do some grocery shopping for them. Find out what can be donated. Sometimes there is a shortage of one type of food and an abundance of others. It's usually safe to assume that most non-perishables, like canned food and uncooked rice or pasta will be accepted, but it is always better to ask. Consider the nutritional value of donations. When a person's meals are extremely limited anything helps, but healthier items are the best. Use your best judgement on strange items. If the item in question is something that grosses you out, chances are they might gross out the recipient of the donation. Gather the items you plan to donate. Many good candidates for donation can be found in your pantry, but it's never a bad idea to buy items specifically to donate. Check out the expiration dates on the food. You do not want to donate food that is past or nearing its expiration date. Make sure your items are at least 6 months within the date of expiration. Check out the integrity of the packaging. Do not donate any heavily dented cans, boxes that are crushed, or anything leaking. Although most donation centers do this already, you can save them a lot of time by checking items before donating. Deliver the food to designated places at designated times. Many institutions only collect items on certain days and times. Ask them for this information before you plan to make your drop-off. Donate your money or property. Many international organizations cannot take food for logistical or other reasons, so donating money, an old car, or other valuables is the easiest way to reach those farthest away from you. Donate your time. There are an overwhelming number of volunteer opportunities at the various institutions feeding the hungry. They can usually accommodate people of any age with any health concerns, and often the work is fun. Duties range from sorting fresh produce, to serving food at pantries, to answering phones, and many more. Get Involved. Since hunger is an issue that seems to persist relentlessly, there is always a need for more action. Start a food drive of your own. This can be as easy as finding a recipient for your donations and getting the word out. Ask at your local donation center how you can make the biggest impact. Encourage your friends, family, and coworkers to join in when you are donating food, money, or time. Most institutions welcome groups of volunteers, and sometimes create healthy competition to make the work more fun and encourage repeat visits.
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Discover what institutions accept donations. Find out what can be donated. Gather the items you plan to donate. Check out the expiration dates on the food. Check out the integrity of the packaging. Deliver the food to designated places at designated times. Donate your money or property. Donate your time. Get Involved.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Raise-pH-in-Pool
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How to Raise pH in Pool
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To raise the pH of your pool, fill a 5 gallon bucket with water. Then, add 6 ounces of soda ash to the bucket for every 10,000 gallons of water in the pool. Pour that mixture around the pool's perimeter while the filter is running so it mixes evenly. After an hour, check the pools pH. It should have gone up by 0.2 points. If you need it to be higher, repeat that process until you get the desired pH.
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Test the pool water's pH level with test strips. Get pH testing strips at your local pool store, big-box store, or order them online. Follow the product's instructions, which are typically dipping the strip into the water and checking its color against the range listed on the product. Some pH test kits require you to fill a small tube with pool water and add drops which change color based on the pH. Check the chemical levels one to two times per week. Record the pH level in a small notebook to track the change over time. The pH of your pool changes frequently due to many causes. This is why it's important to check often. Write the pH down in a notebook to track it as it changes over time. Aim for a pH level of 7.4 to 7.8. . Test strips change color when exposed to water. The color corresponds to the pH level. Match the color to the package and you'll find the current pH level. The ideal pH level for a pool is between 7.4 and 7.8. Determine how many points you need to raise the pH. For example, the color of your test strip might show the yellow of a banana. According to your product, this means the pH level is 7.2. You'd want to raise the pH by a minimum of.2 and a maximum of.6. Calculate the number of gallons (liters) in your pool. If you already know how many gallons (liters) your pool holds, use that number. If you need to figure out the number of gallons (liters), you'll multiply the volume by a multiplier based on the shape of the pool. Use a measuring tape. For a rectangular pool, the formula is length X width X average depth X 7.5. If your pool has a deep end and a shallow end, measure the depth of each, add them, and divide by two to figure out the average depth. For a round pool, the formula is diameter X diameter X average depth X 5.9. If part of the pool is deeper, take the shallow depth plus the deeper depth and divide the number by two. For abnormally shaped pools, adjust these formulas to figure the gallons (liters) in each section, or ask a pool expert for an estimate on how many gallons (liters) your pool holds. Figure out how much soda ash you need. Use about six ounces (170 g) of soda ash to raise 10,000 gallons (37854 liters) of water by.2 pH points. Start with this figure as a guide, and add more soda ash later if you need to raise the pH by more. For example, you test the pH of the water and it shows 7.2. You want to raise it to 7.6. Your pool holds exactly 10,000 gallons (37854 liters) of water. Use 12 ounces (340 g) of soda ash for the first round. Buy the soda ash at a pool store or order it online. Soda ash may be labeled by many different manufacturer names. Look at the ingredients of the product and make sure sodium carbonate is the active ingredient. If you aren't sure what to buy, ask an employee which products contain soda ash. If you don't have a pool store near you, check at a water treatment store, hardware store, or big-box store like Walmart. Leave the pool filter on while you add the soda ash. Soda ash works best when it can circulate throughout the pool. To make sure this happens, run the pool filter on its regular circulation setting. If you've turned the filter off to clean the pool, turn it back on. Get a five gallon (19 liter) bucket and fill it with water. You don't want to throw the soda ash directly into the pool because it won't mix in evenly enough. Instead, dissolve it into water and spread that into the pool. If you don't have a five gallon bucket, any bucket will work. Mix the soda ash into at least one gallon (3.8 L) of water. It's important to fill the bucket first and add the soda ash second. Measure the soda ash into the bucket of water. Measure out the soda ash you need based on the amounts described above. Use a basic kitchen measuring cup or a scale to measure out the amount you need. Pour the soda ash into the bucket of water. Remember, don't put the soda ash into the bucket before the water. Pour the soda ash water around the pool. For in-ground pools, walk around the perimeter, slowly pouring the water from the bucket into the pool. For above ground pools, pour it around the edge of the pool as best you can. If you want, use an old plastic cup to scoop water out of the bucket and toss a cupful at a time into the pool. Check the pH of the water after one hour. Give the soda ash time to circulate throughout the pool and alter the pH of the water. After one hour, grab another test strip and dip it into the water. See if the pH is in the range you need it to be. Add more soda ash as needed. You generally don't want to add more than one pound (454 g) total of soda ash per 10,000 gallons (37854 liters) of water. If you add more than that, the water starts to become cloudy. If the pH isn't where you want it to be, check it in a day or two and add more soda ash in the quantities you already figured.
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Test the pool water's pH level with test strips. Check the chemical levels one to two times per week. Aim for a pH level of 7.4 to 7.8. Calculate the number of gallons (liters) in your pool. Figure out how much soda ash you need. Buy the soda ash at a pool store or order it online. Leave the pool filter on while you add the soda ash. Get a five gallon (19 liter) bucket and fill it with water. Measure the soda ash into the bucket of water. Pour the soda ash water around the pool. Check the pH of the water after one hour. Add more soda ash as needed.
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https://www.wikihow.tech/Delete-a-Message-on-Instagram
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How to Delete a Message on Instagram
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Deleting a Conversation: 1. Open the inbox. 2. Swipe left on the conversation. 3. Tap Delete and confirm. Unsending a Message: 1. Open the inbox. 2. Tap the conversation. 3. Tap and hold the message. 4. Tap Unsend.
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Open Instagram on your phone or tablet. It's the pink, orange, yellow, and purple camera icon typically found on the home screen. If you're using an Android, it may be in the app drawer. Use this method to delete an entire direct message (DM) conversation from your Instagram inbox. This will not delete the message from the mailboxes of other people in the conversation. If you want to remove a message you sent in a DM conversation, you can "unsend" the message. Nobody involved in the conversation will be able to see unsent messages. Tap the inbox icon. It's at the top-right corner of the screen. It looks like a paper airplane if you don't have any unread messages. If you have unread messages, the icon is a pink circle with the number of unread messages inside. Swipe left on the conversation. Two options will appear on the right side of the message. Tap Delete. A confirmation message will appear. Tap Delete. The conversation is now removed from your direct message inbox. Open Instagram on your phone or tablet. It's the pink, orange, yellow, and purple camera icon typically found on the home screen. If you're using an Android, it may be in the app drawer. You can only delete messages sent by you. If you want to delete a message sent by someone else, you'll need to delete the entire conversation. This method will ″unsend″ the message, which means it will no longer be visible to anyone in the conversation. Tap the inbox icon. It's at the top-right corner of the screen. It looks like a paper airplane if you don't have any unread messages. If you have unread messages, the icon is a pink circle with the number of unread messages inside. Tap the conversation with the message you want to delete. Tap and hold the message. Two options will appear above it. Tap Unsend. A confirmation message will appear. Tap Unsend. The message is now deleted from the conversation.
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Open Instagram on your phone or tablet. Tap the inbox icon. Swipe left on the conversation. Tap Delete. Tap Delete. Open Instagram on your phone or tablet. Tap the inbox icon. Tap the conversation with the message you want to delete. Tap and hold the message. Tap Unsend. Tap Unsend.
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https://www.wikihow.health/Prevent-Gangrene
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How to Prevent Gangrene
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To prevent gangrene, move your feet throughout the day by tapping them or wiggling your toes, since this will encourage blood circulation. Additionally, make sure to wear shoes that fit properly with enough room to wiggle your toes. At the end of the day, wash your feet with warm water and dry them thoroughly to prevent infection. In addition, you should trim your toenails at least once a week, since long toenails could cause cuts that may become infected.
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Know the risk factors. There are a number of risk factors for gangrene, most of which can be avoided. They include: Smoking Obesity Excessive alcohol consumption Diabetes Impaired immune function (from an autoimmune disease like HIV or treatment such as chemotherapy) Intravenous drug use Use of warfarin, an anticoagulant drug, though this is very rare. Using both warfarin and heparin together can increase your risk. Do a daily foot check. If you're at risk for gangrene because of a condition such as diabetes, it's important to check your feet over every day for possible problems. If you have trouble looking at the bottom of your feet, have someone help you or use a mirror. Watch for the following symptoms: Discoloration, going from red to dark and black A clear line between healthy skin and affected skin A foul smell (for wet gangrene) A shiny appearance to the skin Coldness in the extremity Pain, followed by loss of sensation Loss of pulse in arteries Wash your feet daily. Even if you don't shower every day, you should wash your feet in warm water (about 90 to 95°F or 32 to 35°C). Try not to soak your feet, as that can lead to dry skin. Instead, wash with gentle soap, then wash the soap away. Dry your feet thoroughly, including between your toes. When you have corns or callouses, be gentle. Don't use razor blades or chemical removers, as they can be too harsh on your skin. Instead, gently smooth them away after you bathe. An even better solution is getting a podiatrist to take care of the problem. After you wash, be sure to put on a good lotion. Keeping your feet moisturized can help prevent cracked heels and other types of cuts. Make sure to wash any cuts with soap and water to stave off infection. Keep them dry otherwise, and covered with sterile dressing. Trim your toenails often. Trimming your toenails is important in preventing gangrene, as not trimming them can lead to ingrown toenails and cuts. Try to trim them at least once a week or when you notice they grow out longer. Your doctor or podiatrist can help if you can't do it yourself. Don't round toenails off like you do your nails. You should cut them straight across to prevent ingrown toenails. Smooth off the edges with a file. Tap your feet. Throughout the day, get your blood moving to your feet by tapping your feet and wiggling your toes. More blood circulation means better healing when you do get cuts, so moving around can help prevent a bad infection from setting in. Get a checkup. Make sure you are going in for your yearly checkups. Your doctor knows what to look for when it comes to gangrene, and she may catch something you miss. In addition, watching a doctor check your feet can help you know how to do it properly yourself. Put your shoes on. It can be tempting to run outside for a minute without your shoes; however, even a small dash outside can lead to a cut you don't feel, which in turn could eventually lead to gangrene. Putting your shoes on to protect your feet is an important part of maintaining foot health. It can also be a good idea to wear slippers around the house, so you don't stub your toe or step on something you shouldn't. In fact, some doctors recommend wearing socks and shoes at all times, even indoors, to protect your feet. Also, put socks on. Wearing shoes without socks can lead to a number of abrasions or cuts, as well as blisters. If you're diabetic, cuts may not heal as easily, which in turn could lead to gangrene. Always wear socks with your shoes to help protect your feet from problems. Wear good shoes. When picking out shoes, make sure they fit properly. Walk around in them a bit to make sure they are comfortable everywhere. In addition, make sure you have room to wriggle your toes. You don't want anything too narrow that will squeeze them. It's best to shop at night rather than in the morning because your feet swell during the day. If you can get away with it, athletic shoes are the best option because they provide the most support and comfort. Skip anything that leaves your foot exposed, as you could damage your foot. Also, don't break in new shoes all at once. Wear them for a couple of hours each day, so you don't end up with a blister. Stay away from temperature extremes. If you have nerve damage in your feet, it's easy to damage them with extreme temperatures. Therefore, you should keep your feet away from heat sources such as hot pavement, beaches, and radiators, and wear sunscreen on your feet if they are exposed. Also, try to skip extreme colds, such as ice packs, and keep your feet warm in the winter with socks at night and during the day. your diabetes. Manage Diabetes is one of the main diseases that can lead to gangrene. If your diabetes is out of control, you likely have too much sugar or glucose in your blood. That, in turn, can lead to nerve damage and low blood flow. Nerve damage means you don't have as much sensation in your feet, and cuts can go unnoticed, which in turn, can lead to gangrene. Eat healthily. One way to help manage your diabetes is through diet. As a diabetic, you have to eat a good balance of protein, fruits and vegetables, and healthy carbohydrates. You need enough carbohydrates and protein to keep your blood sugar up, while not eating so many that your blood sugar gets too high. One way to focus on healthy eating is to divide your plate. A quarter of it should be devoted to healthy whole grains, such as brown rice or whole wheat bread. Another quarter should be a healthy protein, such as fish or chicken. The other half should be taken up with fruits and vegetables. Also, try to replace any sugary drinks, such as juice or soda, with water or unsweetened tea. Talking to a nutritionist to help you set up a healthy eating plan. Exercise more. Exercising more can also help you stay healthy and manage your diabetes. You should be exercising at least three times a week. If you haven't been exercising much, start small, such as taking a 10 minute walk each time, and then work up to longer. When picking out exercises, try to choose ones that are easy on your feet. For instance, walking is pretty easy on your feet, as is swimming and bicycling. Exercises that require you to run or jump are much harder on your feet. Check your blood sugar as needed. Checking your blood sugar can help you manage your diabetes. It can tell you when you may need to eat more at certain meals, as well as when your blood sugar is getting too high, and you need to eat less. Your doctor will let you know how many times a day you need to check your blood sugar. For example, if your blood sugars are particularly unstable, you may need to check them before every meal, as well as one to two hours after every meal to see how it fluctuates throughout the day, as well as bedtime. If you are more stable, you may be able to check it only twice a day. Talk to your doctor. If you are having trouble managing your diabetes at home, don't be afraid to talk to your doctor. He may need to put you on a different medication to help you better manage your diabetes, or they may even need to start you on insulin. Cut back on alcohol. Alcohol can make your diabetes worse. In addition, it can raise your blood pressure and your cholesterol, which can increase your chances of developing gangrene. Therefore, it's best to try to cut down on your alcohol intake. Men should limit themselves to one to two drinks a day, while women should stick with one or less. One drink is a single beer (12 ounces), a glass of wine (5 ounces), or one shot of hard liquor (1.5 ounces). Make your health your reason to quit. Before you quit, it's important to make sure you know the reason you want to quit. Smoking can increase your likelihood of developing gangrene, so that can be a good motivator for wanting to quit. Smoking worsens the effects of nerve damage. It can lead to smaller blood vessels that aren't as flexible, which means your feet aren't getting as much blood. When you have a wound, blood flow helps heal the wound. Therefore, smoking can slow down the healing process, which in turn can lead to gangrene. Call the Quit hotline. The national Quit hotline is 1-800-QUITNOW or 1-800-784-8669. When you call the hotline, you'll be put in touch with someone who can get you started with quitting. They can also put you in contact with local resources that can help you quit. Combat your cravings by knowing your triggers. Often, people will smoke at a certain time of day, with certain people, or during a certain activity. If you know what will trigger you to smoke, you can start combating them by having a plan of action in place. For instance, if you like to smoke after dinner, take the family for a walk instead. If you're a fan of smoking and playing pool, you might need to stop playing pool for a bit. Try a nicotine replacement. Nicotine replacements include patches, tablets, inhalers, gum, and several other options. They give you a dose of nicotine to help you deal with the cravings, and they can help you deal with the withdrawal symptoms. Since nicotine is the addictive part of cigarettes, getting smaller doses of that particular drug can help you quit. Ask for help. If your friends and family know you want to quit, they can help you to do it. For instance, if they see you want to light up, they can discourage you to stop. If one of them smokes, they can quit asking you if you want one, too, when they light up. They can also help you deal with some of the other symptoms of withdrawal, such as depression and anxiety, by being there when you need to talk. Often, you will taper off of these much like you might taper off of cigarettes. For instance, you may take half a dose after two weeks of being on them.
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Know the risk factors. Do a daily foot check. Wash your feet daily. Trim your toenails often. Tap your feet. Get a checkup. Put your shoes on. Wear good shoes. Stay away from temperature extremes. your diabetes. Eat healthily. Exercise more. Check your blood sugar as needed. Talk to your doctor. Cut back on alcohol. Make your health your reason to quit. Call the Quit hotline. Combat your cravings by knowing your triggers. Try a nicotine replacement. Ask for help.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Pass-an-AKC-Inspection
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How to Pass an AKC Inspection
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To pass an AKC inspection, make sure all of your dogs are identifiable with a microchip, collar tag, or tattoo. You'll also need to make sure your dogs are in good health by keeping their vaccines up to date and checking they don't have fleas or ticks. Since the inspector will look for signs of undernourishment, make sure to give your dogs regular access to food and water. The inspector will also check your records, so you'll need to maintain a record of every litter you've reared as well as individual records for every adult dog. Additionally, keep your facilities clean, since a dirty kennel can result in you failing the inspection.
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Provide each dog with proper identification. In order to pass an AKC inspection, you will need to make sure that all of your dogs can be identified either through a microchip, tattoo, or collar tag. Proper identification is a requirement of the American Kennel Club and it is up to each breeder, which method they choose. Microchips: Are tiny electronic chips that are injected into the dog's upper back. These chips can be scanned in order to identify the dog. Tattoos: Are an identification marker that are tattooed onto the dog's skin usually under the ear flap or on the inner thigh. The problem with tattoos is that they can fade over time and become difficult to read. Collar tags. Are a visible form of identification that is worn around the dog's neck. The major drawback is that in order for them to be effective the dog always needs to be wearing a collar. Ensure all dogs are in good health. The AKC inspectors will also check the overall health of the dogs to make sure there are no visible illnesses. In order to pass this part of the inspection, your dogs should be in good health and receive appropriate routine and preventative health care. For instance, all of your dogs should be up-to-date on their shots including rabies, parvovirus, hepatitis, and canine distemper. There should be no visible external parasites on the dogs, such as ticks or fleas. Provide all dogs with access to food and water. Inspectors will also check to make sure that all dogs have access to drinking water and proper food. Food does not need to be left down at all times, but should be provided at appropriate intervals throughout the day. If a dog has a protruding rib cage and looks skinny or weak, then the inspector may determine the dog is malnourished. Groom your dogs. If your dogs are not regularly groomed, this may be considered a sign of neglect to the inspector. For example, dogs that have a lot of matts in their coats or are visible dirty, are likely uncomfortable and not properly cared for. Make sure that all of your dogs receive regular brushing and grooming. Exercise your dogs regularly. It is also important that all of the dogs receive exercise and play time daily. One way to make this apparent to an inspector is to demonstrate that there is a space provided for play. For example, you could have a fenced in portion of the yard that is used by the dogs to play and run around. You should also have toys available for the dogs to play with. Make records of each litter. Typically during an inspection the agent will have a digital copy of the registration you have submitted to the AKC and will want to check that these match your individual records. For instance, they may ask you questions about a specific litter and want to know the number of puppies, breeding and sale dates, names of buyers, and registration numbers. In order to help keep records you can use the kennel management software provided by the AKC or download printable forms from the AKC website. Breeders are expected to keep records up to five years. AKC inspectors may provide you with tips on how to improve your record keeping. Create records for all adult dogs. It is also important to have individual records for each adult dog that you own, breed, or show. For example, you will need to know their registration information, any litters they have produced, medical records, awards etc. The inspector will likely ask you a few questions about a particular dog to ensure that your records match with the ones you have provided them. If you co-own a dog with another breeder, you will need to check in regularly to make sure that all of your records concerning that dog are up to date. Keep records of breed histories. Record keeping is very important to the AKC because this helps to ensure that the breed standard is maintained over time. For example, your records should include the history and lineage of each dog. This information is crucial to the AKC because it is used to ensure that purebreds remain pure which can help to protect against genetic diseases. If you have more than one breed at your facility, you will need to keep track of each lineage separately. Maintain a clean facility. AKC inspectors will check to ensure that the facility and all enclosures are clean, free from debris, and that feces are picked up in a timely manner. A lack of cleanliness can also signal neglect which may result in suspension from the American Kennel Club. Ensure the primary enclosure is a suitable size for the dogs. In order to demonstrate that you are complying with the AKC's policy on caring for dogs, all enclosures will need to be an appropriate size for the dog. This means that the dog is able to sit, stand, lie down, and turn around comfortably within their enclosure. Solid floors are preferred; however, the AKC will allow a perforated floor as long as there is a protective coating. An area with solid flooring must be provided somewhere within the enclosure. Post a disaster plan. The inspector will also check that you have a disaster plan prepared in case of an emergency. Although most people have thought or talked about what they would do in an emergency, it is very important to have the disaster plan written down and posted so that all staff can access the plan. The disaster preparedness plan should reflect the facility and type of dog breed(s) owned. For example, create a portable kit that includes food, bowls, water, leashes, first aid equipment, emergency escape routes, and blankets in case of an evacuation.
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Provide each dog with proper identification. Ensure all dogs are in good health. Provide all dogs with access to food and water. Groom your dogs. Exercise your dogs regularly. Make records of each litter. Create records for all adult dogs. Keep records of breed histories. Maintain a clean facility. Ensure the primary enclosure is a suitable size for the dogs. Post a disaster plan.
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How to Use "Etc." Correctly
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To use "etc." correctly, use it in instances where you would say "and so forth." For example, if you are making a list of possible desserts and want to express that there could be more items than the ones you have listed, write "cakes, cupcakes, ice cream, etc." Do not use "etc." more than once and do not use "etc." to refer to people. Try to avoid using "etc." if you already have a comprehensive list and there is actually nothing to add.
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Use "et cetera" to mean "and so forth" as well as "all items of the same class. " Et cetera is used as a short way to say, "and so forth", "and so on", or "and other things", and is also used to describe a list without listing everything. However, it's important that the items in the list are of the same kind so that "etc." does not confuse the reader. For example, you can say, "We could use cupcakes, cookies, etc." This shows that they can use any kind of dessert, and it could be rewritten by, "We could use cupcakes, cookies, and so on." However, you cannot say, "Bring hamburger buns, paper plates, cupcakes, etc.", because the items on the list are not the same and the person you're talking to would not know what you are referring to. Items of the same class do not need to be physical items. They can be emotions, or other forms of "things." For example, you could say, "Please write down your three primary emotions today (sadness, anger, fear, etc.)" Do not use an introductory phrase for a list, such as "such as" or "for example," along with etc. You cannot say, "Bring items such as cake, chocolates, ice cream, etc. to the party," because "such as" already implies that you are not talking about a complete list. You can simply say, "Bring items such as cake, chocolates, and ice cream to the party" or "Bring cake, chocolates, ice cream, etc. to the party." Do not use "etc. " more than once in a sentence. Though some people think it's cute to use "etc." more than once in a sentence to stress the fact that many additional items are needed, just one "etc." will suffice. Saying something like, "I have to do the dishes, wash the car, clean my room, etc., etc., etc., before the party" is never correct. Do not use "and" before "etc. " Since the "et" in "et cetera" already means "and," it would be redundant to use the phrase "and etc." because you'll really be saying, "and and the rest." Make sure to avoid using "and" when using "etc." Do not use "etc. " if you're discussing a specific list of items that are needed and not anything more. If you only need cookies, cake, and donuts for the party, writing "cookies, cake, donuts, etc." will not be appropriate because it will give the reader the assumption that he can bring another dessert. Do not use "etc. " to refer to people. "Etc." can only refer to things; "et al." is used to refer to people. You cannot say, "I can't help but get annoyed by my younger cousins – Mary, Joe, Sue, etc. – though I try to be nice to them." Instead, you can say, "I can't help but get annoyed by my younger cousins – Mary, Joe, Sue et al. – though I try to be nice to them." In this example, you are using "et al.", which means "and others," to refer to the other annoying younger cousins. Use the correct spelling. You can write it either way, "Et Cetera", or "etc." Some other versions of etc. include et caetera , et cœtera or et coetera , but its usual spelling can be etc. Remember exactly how it's spelled, because when it's misspelled, it can look very obvious. Don't spell it, "ect" or "cet" or anything, although it can be spelled &e., &/c., or &ct. You don't need to learn all of these spellings, but choose one that you can rely on to use. Be careful how you pronounce et cetera. If you're in the habit of saying "ek-SET-ra", it's time to kick out the "k" sound! The real pronunciation is "eht-SEHT-er-uh." Punctuate "etc. " correctly. At the end of "etc", there should be a period. (This does not apply if you are using modern "open punctuation", which dispenses with periods for eg, ie etc). That's obvious, right? However, when you still have more to say in the sentence, you should put a comma after the period. If you are finished with the sentence, end with that period, don't put anything else, but if you still have more to say, put a comma at the end and finish. For example: "They ate cookies, cakes, peanuts, fairy floss, etc., and it's little wonder they ended up with stomach aches." Learn how to put in the punctuation around it. Yes, you should use a period and a comma, but when you also work with semicolons, question marks, and exclamation points, "etc." can be confusing. Here are a few examples: Put a question mark after the period in "etc." Put an exclamation point immediately after the period. Put the semicolon in right after the period and put a space between it and the next word. Put parentheses around the items you are using along with etc. when necessary. For example: "Students should not pack liquids in their carry-on bags (water, shampoo, makeup remover, etc.)"
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Use "et cetera" to mean "and so forth" as well as "all items of the same class. Do not use an introductory phrase for a list, such as "such as" or "for example," along with etc. Do not use "etc. Do not use "and" before "etc. Do not use "etc. Do not use "etc. Use the correct spelling. Punctuate "etc. Learn how to put in the punctuation around it.
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How to Be Responsible
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To be responsible, keep a planner and make a daily to-do list so you can keep track of your commitments and goals. Also, keep your living space in order by cleaning up after yourself and putting things away where they belong when you're not using them. If you have a task you need to finish, avoid procrastinating and finish it before you relax and unwind for the day. You should also follow through on your commitments and promises to people, whether they're your friends, family, or coworkers.
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Clean up after yourself without being asked. When you make a mess, clean it up; don't just leave it there for someone else to find. You made the mess, so you should be the one to clean it. Think about how another person would feel if they came into the mess or if someone had already cleaned it. For instance, if you create a huge mess while making a sandwich, take the time to put the ingredients away, wipe up spilled crumbs, and wash any dishes you made or put them in the dishwasher. Put things in their proper place so you don't have to do it later. It's your job to keep up with the things you own, from your shoes to your keys. If you put them in the proper place when you're done using them, you won't have trouble finding them later. Not only does it help keep things organized, it shows that you value the things you own. For instance, always put your keys on the hook or table when you come in the door, so you know where they are. Do things without being asked. Doing just the things you are asked to do is responsible. But to show that you can care for yourself and others, you need to do things before you're asked. That shows you are responsible enough to see what needs to be done and take care of it. For instance, maybe you notice that no one's taken out the trash today. Don't just leave it for someone else to do. Take the initiative to do it yourself. Alternatively, maybe no one has made plans for dinner. Get a plan together, and make dinner for everyone. Place others' needs before your own. When you have a family, friends, and/or pets, being responsible may mean placing their needs above your own. That doesn't mean you don't take care of yourself. But it does mean you may need to take care of yourself later if someone you love has a need right now. For instance, maybe you really need to eat, but someone in your family gets a cut that needs tending to right now. Obviously, you should help them first before eating. Sometimes, putting others' needs first starts by determining what are really our "needs" and what are our "wants." For instance, maybe you want to go out with your friends, but your parents need you to stay home to babysit. Going out with your friends may feel like a need, but it's more of a want. Be consistent. Your responsibility won't mean much if it's hit or miss. If you want to be responsible, then you have to find a routine that works for you and stick to it. For instance, don't just study for ten hours in a row and then give up on studying for 3 weeks; instead, spend 1 hour every day looking over the course material. Staying consistent also means keeping your word and following through with commitments you make to yourself and others. Being reliable shows people can depend on you to do what you say you're going to do. Hold yourself accountable for your actions. That means that when you do something wrong, own up to it. You're going to make mistakes; everyone does. However, where you show you're responsible is when you can say you made a mistake. Even if you no one "catches" you doing wrong, tell the right person it was your mistake. For instance, if you accidentally break a friend's possession, don't try to hide it. Say, "I'm sorry, I accidentally broke your sunglasses. Can I replace them?" Tell the truth to keep your relationships authentic. White lies, like telling someone you like their new scarf when you don't, generally aren't an issue. However, when you let big lies enter relationships, such as lying about what you do with your time, can have bigger consequences. Try to be as honest as you can, as honesty shows you are responsible enough to tell the truth. Plus, when you lie, you need to keep your lies straight, which can become difficult. Keep in touch with loved ones and friends. Don't let your relationships fade away. Organize gatherings or host events to show your responsibility and to show you are actively trying to spend time with them. Offer to help others when they need you. You never know when you may also need to ask for a favor. Make time to meet in-person. You'll need to be responsible enough to organize your time well and make plans in advance to see people you know. When you're with other people, put your phone down. Put the people in front of you before social media. Find solutions for issues instead of casting blame. Problems come up in any relationship. Instead of blaming the other person, try to find a way to solve them. A responsible person looks for solutions instead of trying to decide whose fault it is. For instance, maybe you and a family member keep miscommunicating when texting. It's caused several fights. Instead of blaming the other person, sit down together, and try to figure out how you can do better. Maybe you can agree to be more specific in your texts or to ask for clarification when you feel you don't have enough information. Similarly, don't attack someone instead of dealing with the issue. Personal attacks won't get you anywhere. Think before you speak to show you care. People who are not responsible with their words will shout out the first thing that comes into their heads, including calling another person names. Instead, take time to think your words through. Don't let your anger get the better of you. If you find yourself too angry to control what you're saying, try counting to 10 in your head as you take deep, calming breaths. You can even tell the other person, "I need a moment to calm down before our conversation continues. I don't want to say something I don't mean." Learn to think about other people's thoughts and feelings. Empathy is feeling what other people feel. When you say something or do something, think about how it will make the other person feel. If you're not sure, consider how it would make you feel. If it would make you feel bad, reconsider what you were thinking about doing or saying. You are not responsible for what other people feel. However, you are responsible for what you say to them and how you act around them. A responsible person has the empathy to think about what other people are feeling in a given situation. Make a schedule to plan your time. Whether you have a daily planner or use a phone app, a schedule helps you stay on top of your responsibilities. It reminds you what you need to be doing. Plus, it shows you where you're spending your time. Write out appointments you have, places you go every day, and the chores you need to get done each day. Try to schedule time for each chore, such as "Dishes 3:15 pm-3:30 pm," "Homework 3:30 pm-4:30 pm," and so on. Refer to your schedule throughout the day so you stick to it. Take care of your tasks before having fun. One aspect of being responsible is not putting off your tasks until after you've had fun. Start by doing what you need to get done first, and then you can relax and have fun afterward. For instance, if you need to do the dishes but you want to go outside, do the dishes first. Then you can be outside without the responsibility hanging over your head. Check how much time you spend on social media. Social media can drain a lot of your time without you even realizing it. You may think you don't have enough time to get your chores done, but you likely do if you put down your phone, tablet, or computer. Try using an app that limits the time you spend on your phone or computer. It can help teach you responsibility with your time. Save time to give back to your community, too. While taking care of your personal life is very important, so is taking care of your community. You're a member of your larger community, and you should take part in making it a better place to live. Set aside time each month just for volunteering. Volunteering doesn't have to be boring! No matter what you love, from nature to books, you can find a way to engage in that interest while volunteering. For instance, you could work to clean up a local park or help shelve books at your local library. Keep your long-term commitments. When something is fun and new, it's easy to be committed to it. However, it becomes a little more difficult when the novelty wears off. Whether it's being in a club, taking a leadership role in a community organization, or volunteering, you have to be in it for the long-term. When you commit to doing something, stick with it. That doesn't mean you have to do it forever. However, if you, say, take on a leadership role for a year, stick with it for that year at least, unless you absolutely can't for some reason. Learn to set goals for yourself. Pick a few goals that you want to achieve. They could be long-term goals, like becoming a doctor or becoming a better friend. Alternatively, they could be short-term, like making your bed every day or running a 5K within a month. Whatever they are, write them down, and come up with a plan for how exactly you will tackle them. Once you set goals, figure out concrete steps you can take each day to reach those goals. For instance, if you want to run a 5K, make a plan for how much you'll need to walk or run each day to work up to running a 5K in a month. Set money goals for yourself. Whether you're still in high school or you're an adult, you should have goals for your money. That way, you have something to work towards and a reason to put money away regularly. Plus, you won't need to constantly ask people around you for help with money. For instance, maybe you want to save up for a car. Decide how much you want to spend on a car by researching ones in your area. Then, start putting away money every time you get some to help build your car fund. Find a way to earn cash for yourself. Even if you're still at home, you can find ways to earn money. Do odd jobs for neighbors, or ask your parents if they have any chores they'll pay you for. You can even get a part-time job outside your house. Babysitting or being a lifeguard are often good part-time jobs when you're younger. Make a budget. A budget is just a document showing what money you have coming in and where you want it to go. Try a monthly budget, where you document how much cash you receive each month. Then, add amounts for things you need to spend money on, such as food, as well as money you need to save for emergencies and future wants. Subtract these amounts from the money you have coming in each month to determine what you can spend on other fun things. You can use something as simple as a piece of paper and pen to create a budget, but you can also use a spreadsheet or a budgeting app to help you figure it out. Avoid being constantly in debt. Don't put more on your credit card than you can pay off each month, unless you have an emergency. Try not to borrow from friends and family. Instead, have money saved up so you can be ready for any emergency that comes along. Debt means you are paying extra for the things you bought. Alternatively, it means you owe money to a friend or family member. Neither is a responsible way to spend money, though emergencies do happen.
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Clean up after yourself without being asked. Put things in their proper place so you don't have to do it later. Do things without being asked. Place others' needs before your own. Be consistent. Hold yourself accountable for your actions. Tell the truth to keep your relationships authentic. Keep in touch with loved ones and friends. Find solutions for issues instead of casting blame. Think before you speak to show you care. Learn to think about other people's thoughts and feelings. Make a schedule to plan your time. Take care of your tasks before having fun. Check how much time you spend on social media. Save time to give back to your community, too. Keep your long-term commitments. Learn to set goals for yourself. Set money goals for yourself. Find a way to earn cash for yourself. Make a budget. Avoid being constantly in debt.
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How to Clean Grout Between Floor Tiles
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If you don't have natural stone tile, the easiest way to clean grout is with a solution of 1 part white vinegar and 1 part water. Put the mixture in a spray bottle and spray the grout in between your floor tiles. Wait for the vinegar solution to stop bubbling and then scrub the grout with a scrub brush or toothbrush. Once the grout is clean, mop the tiles with water to get rid of any leftover vinegar solution.
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Make a paste of baking soda and water. Mix 3 parts of baking soda to 1 part water to make a thick paste. This versatile cleaner will work with all colors of grout, but vinegar can be harmful to some natural stones such as marble or limestone. Apply the paste to the grout lines with your finger. Although the baking soda isn't harmful, wearing rubber gloves can help prevent scratches or irritated skin from the abrasive grout and baking soda. Spray the baking soda paste with a vinegar solution. Make a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water and pour this into a spray bottle. Then, spray the baking soda past with the vinegar solution. You should immediately see bubbling which lets you know the natural cleaning process has begun. When baking soda and vinegar mix, they produce a chemical reaction that can break down grime and kill bacteria. You can use this to get rid of tough stains or to sanitize surfaces in your home. Do not use vinegar if your tile is made of natural stone. Wait for the solution to stop bubbling. The bubbling action is a chemical reaction between the baking soda and vinegar. The reaction generally lasts a few minutes. After the bubbling has stopped the chemical cleaning action is done. Scrub the grout lines with a brush. Use a nylon bristled scrub brush, or a toothbrush, to scrub along each grout line. Pay close attention to corners and edges to make these areas clean as well. If you'd like, a brush with aluminum bristles might also work. Mop the floor with plain water. Use a mop and plain water to remove the baking soda and vinegar residues. Rinse your mop and change the water often during the cleaning process so you do not continue to spread the residue around the floor. Dissolve 2 tablespoons of oxygenated bleach into 2 cups of warm water. Make the solution immediately prior to use for best results. Mix the solution thoroughly to ensure that the oxygen bleach is fully activated.The bleaching power of the oxygen bleach may damage colored grout, but is gentle enough for all tile types. Test a hidden corner of the grout before cleaning the entire floor. Some tiles or grouts may be bleached or discolored by oxygen bleach. Apply a small amount of the oxygen bleach solution to a discreet section of the grout to test for colorfastness. Pour the oxygen bleach solution onto the grout. Make sure to pour enough to fully cover the grout lines. Clean one section of the floor at a time to avoid having a completely wet floor. Use a nylon bristle brush to scrub the oxygen bleach solution into the grout lines. Allow the oxygen bleach solution to sit on the grout for several minutes for optimum results. Scrub the grout with the brush back and forth. Be sure to scrub in corners and around the floor's edges as dirt and grime tends to accumulate here. You can also try using an aluminum bristles brush. Dip the brush into the oxygenated bleach powder to increase cleaning power. If you find a stain that is darker or more noticeable, a stronger solution of oxygen bleach can be made by dipping your wet brush directly into the oxygen bleach powder. NOTE Pour a small amount of the powder into a separate container to avoid mixing water into your main container of oxygen bleach powder. Rinse the floor with water and dry. Pour clean water directly on the tile floor and dry it with a towel or clean mop. Make a paste. Mix ¾ cup baking soda, ¼ cup hydrogen peroxide, and 1 tablespoon dish soap. This highly effective paste cleans the grout in three ways: The baking soda works as a natural abrasive to scrub the grout. The hydrogen peroxide chemically reacts with the baking soda releasing bleaching oxygen ions. The dish soap helps loosen dirt and remove grease. NOTE: The bleaching action of the chemical reaction may affect colored grout. Test a hidden corner before cleaning the entire floor. Apply the paste with a nylon-bristled brush. A toothbrush or a nylon scrub brush work well. Be sure to apply the paste to the grout between all tiles and around the edges for a uniform clean look. If you don't have a nylon-bristled brush, an aluminum-bristled brush can work too. Let the mixture sit on the grout for 15 minutes. You may see a bubbling reaction as the baking soda and hydrogen peroxide interact. Give the paste time to work its way into the grout to fully remove any stains. Rinse the grout with warm or hot water to remove all of the solution. Pour a small amount of water directly onto the tile floor to rinse the solution off the grout. Use caution as wet tiled floors can be very slippery. Use a rag to wipe the grout to remove any leftover residue or dirt. Clean the remaining paste out of the grout by gently scrubbing the floor with a towel. This can be done by standing on a towel and shuffling the towel across the floor with both feet or by crawling and scrubbing as you go. Mop the floor with clean water. Ensure that no soap or residue is left behind by thoroughly mopping the floor with a cotton or sponge mop. Rinse the mop and change the water often to get achieve a clean finish. Rent or purchase a steam cleaner. Steam cleaners can effectively clean and sanitize all types of tiles and grouts as there are no chemicals involved. Visit your local home improvement store to find a machine to rent or buy. Make sure that the steam cleaner you acquire has the proper attachments for cleaning grout: Steam hose Small brush attachment Follow the manufacturer’s directions to assemble and fill the steam cleaner. Read the directions carefully to avoid damaging the equipment. Fill the reservoir with clean water to the fill line according to the manual’s instructions. Do not add chemicals or soaps to the steam cleaner water reservoir. Turn the steam cleaner on and allow it to heat up. The steam cleaner's instruction manual will advise you on how long to wait after turning on the machine before cleaning. Move the cleaning brush back and forth over the grout. Start at one side of the room and work your way towards the other end of the room. The steam will lift the dirt and grime from the grout and also kill any mildew that may be present. Use a towel or mop to wipe up the excess moisture after cleaning. Be careful as the floor may be slippery after the steam condenses into water. NOTE: Steam cleaning will remove all grout sealant, so only use a steam cleaner if your grout is unsealed or if the sealant is old and you are ready to remove it.
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Make a paste of baking soda and water. Spray the baking soda paste with a vinegar solution. Wait for the solution to stop bubbling. Scrub the grout lines with a brush. Mop the floor with plain water. Dissolve 2 tablespoons of oxygenated bleach into 2 cups of warm water. Test a hidden corner of the grout before cleaning the entire floor. Pour the oxygen bleach solution onto the grout. Use a nylon bristle brush to scrub the oxygen bleach solution into the grout lines. Dip the brush into the oxygenated bleach powder to increase cleaning power. Rinse the floor with water and dry. Make a paste. Apply the paste with a nylon-bristled brush. Let the mixture sit on the grout for 15 minutes. Rinse the grout with warm or hot water to remove all of the solution. Use a rag to wipe the grout to remove any leftover residue or dirt. Mop the floor with clean water. Rent or purchase a steam cleaner. Follow the manufacturer’s directions to assemble and fill the steam cleaner. Fill the reservoir with clean water to the fill line according to the manual’s instructions. Turn the steam cleaner on and allow it to heat up. Move the cleaning brush back and forth over the grout. Use a towel or mop to wipe up the excess moisture after cleaning. NOTE:
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How to Write and Publish a Book
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Writing and publishing a book can be a lot of work, but you can get started by setting a realistic goal, like writing 300 words every day. Additionally, get regular feedback from people you trust to be honest with you, and continue writing until you're happy with the finished product. After that, get a professional editor to help polish your writing and make it sound more professional. Then, research publishers and self-publishing options to figure out the best way to publish your book.
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Begin forming ideas. Write some of these ideas down. Afterward, select the ones you want. Start off by deciding what type of book you'd like to present. Is it an educational book covering topics like math, science or business and finance? Perhaps it is a novel, or maybe even an autobiography. Whichever type of writer you are is fine. The trick is following an idea down the proverbial rabbit hole. Stephen King, a famous author has noted that he doesn't write ideas down in a notebook. To him “A writer's notebook is the best way in the world to immortalize bad ideas.” This doesn't mean that you shouldn't write ideas down in a notebook you carry around. If that works for you, grab a notebook and jot your ideas down. But be cautious about which ideas you do write down. Ask yourself, if you didn't write this idea down, would it be good enough to remember tomorrow? Once you find inspiration for an idea you want to pursue, start writing. Don't worry about errors; you can correct your writing later. You get the best stories by continuing on and not looking at the screen, obsessing over every little error. If you keep looking at the screen, chances are you will want to change everything right away instead of continuing on with the story. When writing a book, and hoping to get it published, you will write many drafts before it's ready to send out. Some of those drafts will probably include major changes to your story. But at the beginning, you're just trying to build a world and get your ideas on paper, or your screen. Focus on building your characters. Some books are plot heavy, and that's ok. But a book that people typically want to read is really about the characters and the importance of the situation you put those characters in. While the plot moves a story along, it's the moments between characters that sell a book. Whether you're writing fantasy like Harry Potter, or a strict novel like Freedom, by Jonathan Franzen. Focus on the “Who” you are writing about. The “When” “What” “Where” “Why” and “How” will come more naturally. Set daily writing goals. There should not be a limit on how much you can write a day but create a minimum. It will help you focus on the story. Whether you set a goal of 300 words a day, or a goal of one hour, doing so will help you stay on track. 300 words a day isn't much but can be a great starting place. If you're new to writing, or very busy, give yourself a smaller goal which you can easily meet. Large goals are much harder to meet and will often cause you to not write at all. You are taking one step at a time, and in the end, you will have arrived at your large, final goal. You can increase your daily goal as you continue along, or if you have more free time to write. Just make sure you can stick to it. Even if you feel stuck in your writing, press on and reach your goal. You never know when you'll get some inspiration. Work in a quiet or empty place. Finding a quiet place where you can focus, and which you can make yours is invaluable to writing. Even if you write at a coffee shop, find a corner where you won't be too distracted. Stay diligent. Many writers start out strong but quickly become distracted, frustrated with the slow process, or bored. One of the simplest and best ways to prevent this is to simply put yourself in the chair. Following and reaching your daily goal will help you stay on course. The act of sitting in your chair and chiseling away will help you make reaching that goal a reality. Try to have a set time to write every day in addition to a daily goal. John Grisham has published many best-selling books, and he started his writing career while he was a lawyer. He got up early every morning and wrote one page. Make writing a habit you can't quit. Find that unique place to write and do it every day at the same time. Get early feedback. Even though you may be protective of your work and want to keep it hidden until “it's ready”, don't. Get frequent and early feedback on your writing from people you trust to be honest with you. If you're not part of one already, consider joining a local writer's workshop. These groups will help you flesh out your ideas, give you feedback, and keep you accountable. Use the internet. If you're nervous about showing someone you know your work, find an online forum where you can get feedback and bounce ideas back and forth. Places like /r/Writing on Reddit.com offer options for you to get help on your work. Categorize your book. Once you finish your story, make sure it follows the guidelines which publishers Allen and Unwin follow: Junior fiction For beginner readers, aged 5-8, word length 5,000-10,000 For confident readers, aged 7-10, word length 10,000-30,000 For middle readers, aged 11-14, word length 30,000-55,000 Young adult novels For teenage readers, aged 13-16, word length 40,000-60,000 For mature teenage and older readers, aged 15+, word length 40,000-100,000 For a total list and for more information and writing and publishing, go to "Submission Guidelines" on the Allen and Unwin website. [1] Recheck and re-edit your story. Don't feel like you have to stop looking at your story at a certain point. Edit as many times as you need to. While you do need to edit and give the editing process as much attention as, if not more than the actual writing, you also need a break. You've been living inside this story you've created and now it's time for a vacation. Giving yourself time will help you get into the editing mindset. Because, as the editor, you have to look at your work with a cold eye, ready to chop up it up and make changes. When you do start editing, edit as much as you need to, but don't keep editing if you don't know what the problem is. If you don't have a concrete solution, you'll chop up your story and have no idea how to put it back together. Over-editing is possible and dangerous, so get others to check your work. Another pair of eyes can spot gaps that you overlooked because you're so close to your work. Get someone you trust to give you notes and feedback. So far, you've been operating in a vacuum. There will be parts that need work that will be hard for you find on your own. Read others' notes, and then put the notes away. You probably won't like what someone else's notes are. So read the notes, decompress, and after some time go back and incorporate the ones which are helpful. Discard the ones which aren't. Get an editor to look over your book. After you've made a pass, or several at your book, it's time to get a real editor to look at your work. Editing is not the same as writing. You will need someone who knows how to deconstruct a book, find the issues, and give you advice on how to put it back together. A professional editor is especially valuable if you're going to self-publish. The last thing you want is a glaring, yet silly, spelling error in your book after all of your hard work. The right editor will be able to bring clarity and flow to your narrative without changing your voice. Your editor will bring a much needed objective eye to your work and will help you not only fix those small errors but help you find the true story underneath all the extra stuff you don't need. An editor will also, at the end of the day, make your book look professional. Do a final check to make sure you’re ready to publish. After you and your editor have revised your book to its final form, make sure everything is in order. Make sure you have a good title you're ready to stick with. Start building buzz on social media. Create a Facebook page and Twitter profile for your book. Post frequently with updates about what's going on, next steps, and other exciting information. Consider getting an agent. Agents are people who will work for you and help you get your book published and sold. These people have industry contacts to help you. Agents are also elusive and not easy to get a hold of if you're new. You won't always need an agent. If you plan to go the self-publishing route, you may find that an agent is something you can do without. Look for agents on sites like PublishersMarketplace.com. Here you can search many profiles and see what kinds of work are getting published. Make sure to read over the agent's submission guidelines before you submit your materials. You will most commonly need: Query Letter. A one-page pitch letter that describes your work. Book Synopsis. A brief summary of your story. Nonfiction proposal (if you're writing for nonfiction). This is a very detailed document, usually around twenty to thirty pages, that outlines your argument for why your book deserves to be published. Sample chapters, or your whole manuscript. Research different publishers. You may choose to self-publish, but getting published by a big name publisher is better for getting a larger audience. Some publishers only choose to publish or even read solicited material, manuscripts which have gone through an agent. Agents and publishers also like material which either comes from already known authors or writers. However, this doesn't mean you can't attract the attention of either. These people will want to see that you have a following, and are being self-promotional on social media. Some publishers such as Penguin or Allen & Unwin will also look at your manuscript if you aren't represented by an agent. Check out self-publishing options. Self-publishing might sound like a way to circumvent a bunch of people who will just say “no” to you. But it's hard work, and the reason there are people who publish books is because these people know how to best do it. If you're going to self-publish, you have to find a good distributor if you're going to publish hard copies. You can also self-publish your story as an ebook through Amazon's self-publishing site. Narrow your publishing options. Once you have decided on a few publishers (the more the better), start researching these publishers more in-depth. Some choose to publish for adults only and in selected genres while others may have a wider range of books that are accepted. All information should be available on the publisher's websites. Some have different guidelines and word limits, or whether your book need be solicited or not. Almost all publishers require a hard copy (printed) manuscript of your story. Also, keep in mind the specifications. Some publishers prefer double-spaced lines, with a certain type of font in a certain size, etc. Stick to what is specified. Do not send emailed copies or ones on a disc, unless stated you may. Never send in your original or only copy of anything. You will not get your materials back. Consider self-publishing online. Self-publishing an ebook is a viable and popular option. The biggest opportunity for this method is Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing. You can simply upload your manuscript to the program and begin to sell copies. The KDP service is free to use, however, Amazon will keep up to 70% of your profits. If you are self-publishing online, make sure that you have gotten your book edited professionally and have had the cover designed by a professional graphic designer. All the work of promoting your book will also fall on you when you use this method. Be realistic. You're most likely not going to become the next breakout hit with your first book. You won't gain fame overnight. It takes several books and many years to gain a solid reputation in most cases. Wait and stay patient. Send your copies to all available publishers that you can. It may take up to four months or more, to get your book reviewed. If you get a “yes” from a publisher, well done! You get to see it in the stores! However, the publisher may not advertise it for you. That will fall to an agent. The good news is getting an agent after you have a book deal is easier. But remember, that in most cases, the advertising usually falls on you.
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Begin forming ideas. Don't worry about errors; you can correct your writing later. Set daily writing goals. Stay diligent. Get early feedback. Categorize your book. Recheck and re-edit your story. Get an editor to look over your book. Do a final check to make sure you’re ready to publish. Consider getting an agent. Research different publishers. Narrow your publishing options. Consider self-publishing online. Wait and stay patient.
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How to Do a Frontflip (Beginners)
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To do a front flip, start by running forward to gain momentum. Then, leap forward as you bring your feet together and lift your arms up by your ears to keep your core muscles tight. Once you're in the air, tuck your head into your chest and throw your arms forward to start your rotation. Next, curl your body in and grab your shins so that you're in a ball shape. Hold your shins for a moment, then let go and straighten out your arms and legs to help you land on your feet.
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Stretch first. No matter what gymnastics move you're doing, you need to stretch first. You should at least stretch your ankles, hamstrings, neck, and wrists. To stretch your ankles, sit down on the floor. Prop one ankle up on the other knee, and rotate it in a circle a few times. Do the same with the other ankle. Stretch your hamstrings by pulling one leg up behind you while standing. Try to tighten your butt muscles while doing it. Switch to the other leg. Rotate your wrists and neck to get them stretched out. Practice your jump first by doing a punch. Run a couple of steps forward. An make sure you have good balance when doing so. On the last step, bring both feet together, and punch into the ground, pushing yourself into the air. You should land on the balls of your feet. As you push yourself into the air, lift your hands to your ears, so that you are keeping your core tight. You're not trying to flip right now. You're just practicing the jump. When you land, bend your knees slightly. Practice with a knee lift. Once you get the punch down, add in a knee lift then push your body foreword as you jump up, pull your knees up into the air. As you come back down, straighten back out. Bend your knees as you land. Try practicing on a trampoline. One safe way to practice these steps is on your trampoline in the back yard. You can go through each of the steps in this section on your backyard trampoline to get the feeling of the moves. When you start out on the trampoline, make sure you are tight. That is, keep your head steady and your body straight. You don't want your head and body flopping around, as that can lead to injuries. Start by getting a bounce going by jumping a little forward into a punch. Once you've got the punch down, try adding in the knee lift. Decide you're ready to do a front flip. Before doing a front flip, you want to make sure you're getting as much height as possible. Really punch off the ground when you're jumping. In addition, it's really best to work with someone if you've never done it before. Try a gymnastics or parkour gym to get some tips. In addition, you'll have access to things like spring floors at these gyms, making it a whole lot easier. Realize that if you're trying to do gymnastics as an adult, the consequences can be more severe than when you're learning as a kid. That is, as a kid, you only weigh 40 or 50 pounds when starting out in gymnastics, plus you're a lot more flexible. As an adult, you weigh a lot more, and you don't bend as easily. Therefore, it's easier for you to get injured. You probably shouldn't try a front flip if you have back or knee issues, at least not without consulting a doctor first. Run forward. You only need to run a few steps to get your momentum going. Four or five steps should do it, though you can do more to gain more height and power once you learn the basics. It's best to work in a gym that has a spring floor and spotters if you can. Leap into a jump. On the last step, leap forward, bringing your feet together so you land on both of them in a jump. In addition, you need to lean your torso slightly backwards, so that your momentum goes up rather than straight forward. As you're leaping into the jump, lift your arms. Your arms should end up by your ears as you're jumping, as that keeps your core muscles tight. Pushing your momentum upward gives your more height. In turn, that gives you longer to complete the flip. In addition, push your butt out as you lift off from the ground. This move can help you get your spin started. Keep your head in place. Until you tuck your head in, your head should be facing forward. The easiest way to maintain this position is to find a spot on the wall to stare at as you go into your front flip. Keep your eyes there until you begin your tuck. Use your arms for momentum. Your arms can help you get started on your rotation. As you punch into the air, your arms should go slightly back. When you move to start your tuck, throw your arms forward. That will help start your rotation. Tuck your body. To push yourself into rotation, tuck your body in. Grab your shins just below your knees, tucking yourself into a ball, which continues your rotation. Make sure to grab your legs just below your knees in the little hollow there. That way, you pull your legs in without pushing your knee forward. You are also going to be throwing your upper body down towards the ground. Also, push your head down. Your chin should be at your chest so that you tuck tightly. Don't hold too long. When you tuck, it's tempting to hold on to your shins for an extended period. However, if you hold on for too long, you'll end up rotating too much. You might get lucky and do a double front flip, but you also might come crashing down without landing on your feet. Straighten out. To finish the front flip, you straighten out your body as you come around. Basically, you are un-tucking yourself from your flipping position. Try to shove your leg down towards the ground as you come around, rather than kicking outward, so you don't land on your butt. As you land, bend your knees so that they take some of the shock. In gymnastics, you generally finish with your arms up. Decide how you want to finish. You can stick the landing, meaning you don't move. You can also run a few steps forward after you flip, as a way to deal with the momentum. Finally, you can use the momentum to move into another tumble skill. To move into another skill, lunge forward on one leg as you come out of the flip. Basically, it's like continuing to run, but instead of taking steps, you use the momentum to go into your next move. Make sure your arms are up by your ears so you're ready for the next move. Practice on a running trampoline. One way you can practice the running front flip is on a running trampoline. Most gymnastics gyms have these trampolines. To use a running trampoline, you simply run down the trampoline. Do a punch at the end, and then flip into the mats. If you don't have access to a running trampoline, you can still practice your front flip on your trampoline. Simply get started jumping, then treat a jump as a punch, meaning you rotate into your front flip. Extend as you come out the other side and keep jumping.
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Stretch first. Practice your jump first by doing a punch. Practice with a knee lift. Try practicing on a trampoline. Decide you're ready to do a front flip. Run forward. Leap into a jump. Keep your head in place. Use your arms for momentum. Tuck your body. Don't hold too long. Straighten out. Decide how you want to finish. Practice on a running trampoline.
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