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https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Wine-Sommelier	How to Become a Wine Sommelier	If you want to be a wine sommelier, start by tasting different wines at home. You should also research each wine you taste online so you know where it was grown and what type of soil is used there. Then, once you've built up a basic knowledge, try describing wines to family or friends, like by identifying dry or fruity wines. Additionally, find a mentor at a local restaurant or bar to teach you key skills, like which type of glass to select for a particular wine. Next, register online for a master sommelier introductory course in your area.	Taste constantly. Attend tastings or purchase your own wine to taste at home. Take wine appreciation classes at your local college or university to learn how to properly swirl, smell, and taste wine. Knowing the features of wine is more important than knowing what you like and dislike, since sommeliers need to be able to recommend wines for any taste. Practice identifying fruity, smoky, herbal, and spicy flavors. Note that often, a wine can have more than one. Learn about additional wine features like whether your wine is oaked, dry, or sweet. Develop a sense on whether the wine is balanced, harmonious, complex, or complete based on the way the flavors mix. Read about the wines you taste. After tasting each wine, read about the region the wine was grown in and the type of soil (“terroir”) present in that region. Research and memorize the climate and harvest for each year in each region, as these seemingly insignificant factors can greatly influence the way your wine tastes. Even a degree or two in the year's climate can make a huge difference on a wine. Pinot noir grown in 14 °C (57 °F) will be lighter and more elegant, while Pinot produced in 16 °C (61 °F) climates will be full-bodied and fruit-driven. Practice talking about wine. You might feel foolish saying a wine tastes “fruity” or “dry,” but this language is common practice among the lives of wine sommeliers. Practice talking about wine with friends, or go out to restaurants and discuss wine with bartenders and sommeliers. When you're just getting started, give yourself a head start by looking up wine ratings at magazines like Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator. These ratings include hints of what flavors you should be looking for in each wine. Cut hot, spicy, and salty foods from your diet. Your sense of taste is intrinsically tied to your sense of smell, and hot, spicy, and salty foods can interfere with your ability to taste the fine intricacies in the wines you're tasting. Specifically, take care to avoid: Salt Spicy food Mouthwash Espresso Find a mentor. There is a lot to being a sommelier that you can't learn on your own or in books. The professional side of what's expected of you, how to hold and pour wine, and how to select wine glasses depending on the type of wine are all things a mentor can teach you. Find a restaurant that's willing to pair a novice sommelier with a more advanced one. Some restaurants even have an internship program for prospective sommeliers. Work a grape harvest to fully comprehend how winemaking works. Working a harvest will not only develop your appreciation for the work that goes in to making a wine, but it will also give you a deeper understanding of the process and a better sense of how wine is connected to land and weather. Look for a part-time job, or do a grape harvest internship to get the full experience. Prepare to do a lot of grunt work. The wine industry is very traditional, and it will take some time for you to move up in the world of sommeliers. At the beginning of your career as a sommelier, a restaurant might have you moving boxes and doing inventory. As useless as these jobs seem, they actually give you a familiarity with the restaurant's wines and with wine regions as a whole, and can be a great way to augment your understanding of wine. Take the Master Sommeliers Introductory Course and Examination. Organized by the Court of Master Sommeliers, an organization founded in the UK that now operates internationally, this two-day course will give you classroom-style information about wine, wine service, and how to pair food and wine. The classes are presented by Master Sommeliers (the fourth and final distinction) and you receive a lapel pin if you complete it. If you have no experience in the sommelier industry, getting certified might be a good option to help you break into the business. The Masters Sommeliers Introductory Course and Examination costs ~£550. Complete your Certified Sommelier Examination. You must take the Certified Sommelier Examination within two years of completing the Introductory Course and Examination. The Certified Sommelier Examination is a credential to show potential employers, and connect students together - once you complete this course, you receive a purple lapel pin. The test involves a short written component, a tasting test, and a practical service test. The Certified Sommelier Examination costs ~£230. Earn your Advanced Sommelier Certificate. This high-level, five-day course gives you a deeper understanding of not only wine but also aperitifs , spirits, and liqueurs. You'll develop a precise understanding of wine glasses and decanting , learn how to communicate with any customer and sell any wine, and identify grape varieties, country, district of origin, vintage, and quality level. Upon completing this course, you will receive a green lapel pin. The test involves a 1 hour theory paper, a blind tasting test, and a 45 minute serving test. The Advanced Sommelier Examination costs ~£720. Become a Master Sommelier. The Master Sommelier certification and badge is the highest achievement a sommelier can attain. The test is includes an oral questioning component, a blind tasting component, and a service component. Upon completion of the exam, you will receive the coveted red lapel pin. The Master Sommelier test is by invitation only. As of 2017 there are only 229 Master Sommeliers in the world. The Master Sommelier Examination costs ~£750.	Taste constantly. Read about the wines you taste. Practice talking about wine. Cut hot, spicy, and salty foods from your diet. Find a mentor. Work a grape harvest to fully comprehend how winemaking works. Prepare to do a lot of grunt work. Take the Master Sommeliers Introductory Course and Examination. Complete your Certified Sommelier Examination. Earn your Advanced Sommelier Certificate. Become a Master Sommelier.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Snapchat-Stories-Playlist	How to Make a Snapchat Stories Playlist	Tap on Story thumbnails in the order you want to see them, then hit the purple play button at the bottom of your screen.	Open Snapchat. This is the yellow box with a white ghost icon in it. If you have not yet installed Snapchat and created your account, you can learn how to do it here. Swipe left on the camera screen. This will take you to your Stories page. You will see a list of all stories by your friends under Recent Updates. Alternatively, you can tap the Stories button in the lower-right corner of your camera screen. This button looks like three dots forming a triangle, and it will take you to your Stories page. Tap the thumbnail to the left of a friend's name. The thumbnail will turn into a purple checkmark. This will be the first story in your playlist. Tap another Story thumbnail. You will see the purple checkmark again, and this story will be the next in line in your playlist. Tap on other Story thumbnails in the order you want to view them. Tap the purple play button at the bottom of your screen. This will play all the stories you picked in the order you selected them. As you're watching your Story playlist, you can tap the screen to skip to the next snap, tap and hold to forward the snap to a friend, swipe left to skip to the next Story, swipe right to go back to the previous Story, swipe up to start a chat with your friend, and swipe down to quit.	Open Snapchat. Swipe left on the camera screen. Tap the thumbnail to the left of a friend's name. Tap another Story thumbnail. Tap on other Story thumbnails in the order you want to view them. Tap the purple play button at the bottom of your screen.
https://www.wikihow.com/Block-off-a-Heating-Vent	How to Block off a Heating Vent	To block off a heating vent with sheet magnet, start by measuring the height and length of the vent. Then, cut out a piece of sheet magnet that's the same size as the vent. Once you've cut out the piece of sheet magnet, stick it over the vent and you're finished!	Measure the height and length of the vent. To measure the height of the vent, measure from the bottom edge to the top edge. To measure the length, measure from the left edge of the vent to the right edge. Write down the measurements you take so you don't forget them. Buy a sheet magnet that’s at least as big as the vent. Sheet magnets are thin, paper-like pieces of magnet that are often used to make bumper stickers or refrigerator magnets. You'll need a piece that's at least as big as your vent — if it's smaller, it won't work. You can find a sheet magnet at your local arts and crafts store. Cut the sheet magnet so it's the same size as the vent. Use the measurements of the vent you took to mark where you'll need to cut the magnet so it's the same size as the vent. Then, use scissors to cut the piece of magnet from the sheet. You can mark sheet magnet with pencil or pen. You can also use a utility knife to cut the sheet magnet if scissors aren't working. Place the piece of sheet magnet over the vent. Hold the sheet magnet over the vent so all of the edges line up. Then, press the magnet onto the vent — it should easily stick to the vent. To re-open the vent, all you need to do is pull off the sheet magnet. Unscrew the vent plate. The vent plate is the metal cover that goes over the vent opening. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws that are holding the vent plate in place, then pull the plate away from the vent opening. If the vent is located on the ceiling, you may need to stand on a step ladder or chair to unscrew the vent plate. Measure the height and length of the grates. The grates are the slots on the vent plate that allow air to pass through the vent. To measure the height of the section of grates, measure from the bottom of the grates to the top. To measure the length, measure from the outer edge of the leftmost grate to the outer edge of the rightmost grate. Write down the measurements you take so you have them for later. Cut a piece of plywood that’s the same size as the section of grates. Use the measurements you took earlier to mark the plywood where you'll need to cut it. Then, use a saw, like a circular saw or hand saw, to cut out the piece of plywood. If you don't have a saw, try taking your plywood to your local home improvement store and asking them to cut it for you. The thickness of the plywood doesn't matter, as long as the plywood doesn't have any cracks or holes in it. Tape the wood over the grates on the backside of the vent plate. Place the vent plate face-down on a flat surface and line the edges of the wood up with the edges of the section of grates. Then, tape the wood to the back of the vent plate using a strong tape, like duct tape. Tape all 4 sides of the piece of wood to the vent plate so it's secure. Screw the vent plate back over the vent opening. The side of the vent plate that the wood is taped to should be hidden inside of the vent once you screw the plate back on. After the vent plate is screwed back in, the piece of wood should prevent any air from coming through the grates. If you ever want to re-open the heating vent, just unscrew the vent plate and remove the piece of wood.	Measure the height and length of the vent. Buy a sheet magnet that’s at least as big as the vent. Cut the sheet magnet so it's the same size as the vent. Place the piece of sheet magnet over the vent. Unscrew the vent plate. Measure the height and length of the grates. Cut a piece of plywood that’s the same size as the section of grates. Tape the wood over the grates on the backside of the vent plate. Screw the vent plate back over the vent opening.
https://www.wikihow.com/Create-a-Mood-Board	How to Create a Mood Board	Mood boards are a great way to establish a concept, help you narrow down an idea, and figure out what looks good with what. To create one, start by writing down 5 keywords that describe your idea or concept. if your mood board is about antique-themed weddings, for example, you might write lace, light blue, ivory, wood, and silver. Once you have your concept, gather images from magazines, newspapers, or print them off the internet and organize them by color, shape, material, texture, or mood. Then, glue or tape them onto a large cardboard canvas or pin them up on your wall. Try moving the images around, placing the largest, most important ones in the center and the others on the edges.	Write down some keywords. Start with five words that describe your idea or concept. For example, if you want an antique-themed wedding, your words might be: lace, light blue, ivory, wood, silver. Create a filing system based on your image source(s). If you will be getting your images from the internet, set up a board on Pinterest (or similar), a bookmarks folders in your web browser, or a folder on your desktop. If you will be getting your images from books, catalogues, or magazines, get a multi-pocket folder. This way, you will have everything ready. Search for images based on your keywords. You can finds lots of images on the internet, books, catalogues, or magazines. Plan on finding about 10 to 20 images. This will give you enough to work with, but not so much as to be overwhelming. If you are browsing the internet for images, you can save them to your designated storage system as you search. If you are browsing through a book, catalogue, or magazine, you can mark the mages with post-it notes or pieces of paper. Store the images. You should have been saving your digital images as you browsed, but if you didn't, go ahead and do that now. If you were leafing through a book, catalogue, or magazine, tear out the pages, and tuck them into your multi-pocket folder. If you don't want to ruin a book, catalogue, or magazine, you can scan the images into your computer or photocopy them instead. Organize your images. Go through your images and note any similarities, patterns, or differences. Focus on theme, color, shape, material, texture, mood, etc. Sort the images according to the similarities you find. If you find a reoccurring theme that is not part of your keyword list, consider adding it to that list, and making another search based on it. Pick and choose the images. Go through your images once more. Set aside the ones that don't work with your theme or don't look as nice when compared to the other images. Keep the ones that match or look good together. You only want the best of the best for your board, so don't hesitate to be picky! Don't throw away the other images. As you organize your board, you might find that they work after all! Trim the images down. Print off any digital images first on good-quality paper. Use a pair of scissors to trim your images down further, if needed. For example, if you have an image of a dress, you can cut just the dress out, and leave the background. If your image has a textbox, you might want to crop it and leave the textbox out. Arrange the images onto a board. You can use a large canvas, a poster, or even a foam core board. If you want to create your mood board on a physical wall instead, spread the images out on your table. Place the largest, most important images towards the center, and the smaller, less important images on the edges. Consider overlapping the images for a more interesting effect. Make sure that the smaller images go on top of the larger ones. If something doesn't work, consider going through your discard pile. Secure the images to the board. You can glue the images down using a glue stick or rubber cement. You can also attach them using pieces of double-sided tape. If you are making a mood board on your wall, you can attach the images using pins or mounting tape. Another option would be to stretch a pieces of yarn or twine across your wall, then use clothespins to hang the images. Write down some words. Start with five words that describe your idea or concept. For example, if you want an woodland-themed party, your words might be: green, brown, deer, toadstool, fairy light/string light. Set up a place to store your ideas. Create a board on an online website, such as Pinterest or Pinterest, or a special folder in your internet browser's bookmarks. You can also use other programs, such as Evernote or Dropbox. Search for images based on your keywords. Some search engines or websites, such as Pinterest or Google, have related images. If you click on an image that you really like, there might be related images linked below or next to it. If you click on them, you will be taken to similar images that match the theme or style. This can make your search easier. Plan on saving about 10 to 20 images. This will give you enough to work with, but not so much that it becomes overwhelming. Store the saved images. How you store them depends on your filing system. If you are using Pinterest, like or pin those images to your board. If you are using an interest browser, save the direct image links to your bookmark menu. You can also save the images directly to a program, such as Dropbox. Organize and analyze your images. Once you have enough images saves, go back through them, and notice if there is anything in common with them. Look for obvious things, such as a similar color, and less obvious things, such as specific angles or lighting. If you notice a repeating pattern, consider adding that keyword to your list. Prune your findings. Go through your images once more. Be extra picky here. Remove any images that don't match your theme exactly, aren't good quality, or don't look nice with the other images. Keep the nice, high-quality images that do work together. How you delete them depends on how you saved them: image-saving website, bookmarks, file folder, etc. Don't delete the images completely. As you organize your board, you may find that they may work after all! Plug your images onto a digital canvas. If you saved all of your images onto a digital board, such as Pinterest or Polyvore, you are all set! Alternatively, you create a website for your board using Google Sites, Blogger, Tumblr, etc. and insert your images there. You can also open up a blank canvas in an image editing program, and copy-paste your findings onto the document. If you work in Photoshop (or similar), paste the images into different layers so that you can move them about. If you saved your images onto your computer, play around with cropping or editing them first. If an image doesn't look good with the other ones, delete it. Need more images? Go back to your "discard" pile. One of those images might work after all!	Write down some keywords. Create a filing system based on your image source(s). Search for images based on your keywords. Store the images. Organize your images. Pick and choose the images. Trim the images down. Arrange the images onto a board. Secure the images to the board. Write down some words. Set up a place to store your ideas. Search for images based on your keywords. Store the saved images. Organize and analyze your images. Prune your findings. Plug your images onto a digital canvas.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Into-Racing	How to Get Into Racing	To get into racing, try go-kart racing, which is how most famous racers got their start in the sport. Then, when you're ready to commit, buy your own go-kart and enter local races. To develop your racing abilities, research your options for attending racing school online before applying to your chosen program. If you want to compete on the track, you'll need to apply for a racing license online, which you can do at the Sports Car Club of America's website.	Visit your local track. Short tracks and road courses are spread throughout the world and you may have one in your area. Travel to the tracks and sit in the grandstands. Find out which type of racing appeals to you and watch how the race functions. Go-karting is an ideal starting point. Go-karts are the cheapest racing vehicle to buy are safest to race. Motorcycle racing has various forms, including road racing, endurance, track racing, and drag racing. Motocross adds jumps. Standard races are simplest for beginners and don't require more expensive cars with safety modifications. NASCAR is the highest version of stock car racing. Racing is more of a marathon than Formula One and takes place on oval tracks using closed-wheel cars. Many track races in America are similar to this and can be used by beginners with civilian cars. Formula One is the most prestigious racing form and uses open-wheel, aerodynamic cars making circuits on tracks across the world. Formula Two and Indy car are lower-level versions. Open-wheel cars may be less common or more expensive than beginner stock races. Vintage racing is also highly prestigious, but lack the exposure and sponsorship opportunities of Formula One. It also does not have career building potential as a professional driver since most racers are amateurs racing their personal vehicles. However if you intend to hold a regular day job and race as a hobby, vintage racing can be a great way to expand your network with fellow professionals and business owners who are also passionate about cars. Endurance racing, such as 24 Hours of Le Mans, blends physical endurance with strategy and technology over a long period of time. Drag racing involves accelerating quickly to race a short distance in a straight line. Rally racing involves completing driving through any off-track terrain. Street racing is illegal and highly dangerous unless done through sanctioned events. Buy a pit pass. Some racetracks, including those of NASCAR, offer pit passes, which allow you behind the scenes access. Before the race, you'll get to witness the pit crew making the final tune-ups for the cars. This provides you at least some perspective on car mechanics. Some tracks also offer garage passes, but these are harder to come by and are mostly reserved for staff. Connect with racers and mechanics. Racing is no different than other jobs and activities in that other people can help get your foot in the door. Spend time at the tracks and around the mechanics and drivers, if possible. Also visit auto shops. Make friends and learn from their vehicular and racing knowledge. At first, you may have to volunteer for small jobs in a shop or at a track. Keep working until you gain sufficient knowledge and trust. Online forums are also a good opportunity for connecting with others while learning about racing. Work on vehicles at home. To be a racer, you need to know how your vehicle works. Even top-level racers have mechanical knowledge that makes problem-solving and track navigation second nature. Buy an old vehicle or learn how to maintain your own. While race cars are different, the fundamentals you'll learn, such as changing parts, optimizing speed, and performing maintenance, still apply. Get repair books from the library and consider signing up for shop classes. Join a pit crew. Pit work provides an opportunity to learn about cars or stay in racing without driving. To get started, you can join a specialty school such as NASCAR's or master making mechanical work quickly. Get started with working and networking at lower level races while keeping an eye out for pit crew tryouts. Participate as an official. Motorsport marshalling such as signalling and track cleaning is also an option to get close to racing without driving. While you may be able to take a short, accredited course online, many tracks accept unskilled volunteers. Start at small posts at local races. As you continue to develop your knowledge and reputation, you can volunteer for higher races or apply to official positions at major organizations. Start with go-karts. Many racers, including Lewis Hamilton and Tony Stewart, started with go-karts. This is a safer and cheaper option to get used to how a vehicle handles during a race. Practice at nearby kart tracks. From there, look into buying a kart and entering races. Attend racing school. There are many different schools. Some of them are a day or two of driving lessons with professional instructors. Others can last a few months and cost thousands of dollars. While the former is good for getting a taste of racing without buying a car, the latter is often required to get an official racing license. Check the requirements of the racing circuit you want to join. For example, you'll need a license from a school accredited by the Sports Car Club of America before you can join their sanctioned road races. Get a racing license. Once you've finished school, you need to submit paperwork to become a certified driver. Go online to the organization's website and download the application. The SCCA for example requires your medical history and a physical exam along with schooling. Check with your chosen track or organization for the requirements. Don't forget to renew your license while you're an active racer. Get an appropriate make of vehicle. The easiest way to get a vehicle to enter into a race is to have someone who will let you rent or borrow one. If you don't, you will have to buy one. The kind of vehicle you need depends on the category you wish to enter, but classes are available for even slow civilian cars. You'll have to search dealerships, junkyards, and sales listings for a seller. Some classes, such as small production sports cars in vintage racing and Improved Touring class in SCCA races, are cheaper and easier to handle for beginners. Modify your vehicle . At the very minimum, the organization you join will mandate that you add safety features to your vehicle. For cars, this includes a roll cage, a harness, and a fire extinguisher. Check with the organization for the features needed to enter races. Fix up your vehicle. As long as your racer works and is safe to use, you can enter it in a race and even place well. However, you may want to upgrade to better parts and with a used vehicle you will probably need to make repairs. Give the vehicle a test run then repair systems such as braking and acceleration that feel lacking. Keep a budget. Racing gets very expensive. Remember that you'll need to spend money on towing, replacing tires, and repairing damage after a race. Join an event. Sign up for a race at the track. Expect to pay up to a couple hundred dollars in entry fees and face an inspection. Towing charges in case of an accident are also possible. Once you have signed up for your event, follow the instructions of the organization and track when showing up at the event. Run a test lap. Usually a track will let you run some practice laps. Contact them for policies and open times or find a similar space where you can drive your vehicle and test its handling. Once you have a feel for it, go home and make adjustments. Your vehicle may need big ones, such as wheel alignment. Work your way up. You may be satisfied in local, fun races or even go-karting. For those that aspire to join the higher ranks, a lot of work and luck is involved. Go out and win at the low levels, then join more prestigious races. If you display racing talent or have established connections, you may find a sponsor. Get a sponsorship. Finding a sponsor is tough and competitive. The best way to do this is winning. As you build a reputation, sponsors may start coming to you. You will need to build an audience, so be kind to everyone and display good character. The more visible you are, the more likely you are to attract a sponsor's attention. Be gracious for opportunities rather than critical. Once you start gaining some success, you can reach out to companies you like. Keep in mind though that they get many such inquiries and have likely already sought out the drivers they want. Once you get a sponsorship, you must represent the brand well. Display their products or advertisements and stay away from controversy. Join a racing team. While you can start a team with your friends or other racers, to join the big teams that offer you benefits, you will need to win and establish yourself as a racer. Do what you did to attract sponsors, since teams often function the same way. Once you develop your reputation, a team may seek you out to represent them. Otherwise, you can try sending them a message and speaking to their representatives. In seeking sponsorships and a team, think of yourself as a brand. Maintain personal responsibility and be friendly, but also market yourself. Establish a media presence, including online. Remember to be graceful even during rejection. Represent yourself well if you want a team to let you represent them.	Visit your local track. Buy a pit pass. Connect with racers and mechanics. Work on vehicles at home. Join a pit crew. Participate as an official. Start with go-karts. Attend racing school. Get a racing license. Get an appropriate make of vehicle. Modify your vehicle . Fix up your vehicle. Join an event. Run a test lap. Work your way up. Get a sponsorship. Join a racing team.
https://www.wikihow.com/Keep-Your-Pets-Safe-in-Winter	How to Keep Your Pets Safe in Winter	To keep your pets safe in winter, limit the amount of time your pets spend outdoors, since cold weather, like snow and wind, can injure their paws. If you have to take your dog for walks, consider going on more frequent shorter walks to restrict its exposure to the cold. After returning from a walk, dry your pet with a towel to remove any snow or ice. You should also provide blankets for your pets so they can stay warm in their bed or on the floor. Since your pets exercise less and sleep more during the winter, try reducing the amount you feed them to stop them from gaining weight.	Limit your pet’s time outside. During the winter, it is very important to limit the amount of time indoor pets spend outside. Most indoor pets are unprepared and not used to outdoor conditions, such as cold temperatures, wind, and snowy grounds. When you take your dog out to use the bathroom, make sure not to spend more time outside than necessary. After your dog is finished, return inside promptly. If your take your dog outside for walks, consider taking him on several shorter walks a day instead of one long walk to limit the amount of time outside. If possible, come up with indoor exercise alternatives, such as games of fetch, tug of war, or other forms of indoor exercise. Check your dog's paws during cold weather. Cold temperatures can cause injury to paws, such as cracked pads or bleeding. If the dog starts limping during an outdoor walk during cold temperatures, immediately check the paws to make sure he doesn't have ice in his paws or another problem. Place your pets in sweaters. Sweaters are cute fashion statements for pets, but during cold weather, they can be important for your pet's safety. Short-haired dogs can be extremely sensitive the cold weather, especially during drastic cold snaps or severe wind chills. During severe cold weather, pets can be at risk for frostbite and hypothermia. When you take your dog on walks during cold weather, put a sweater or jacket on him. This is especially important for short-haired or small dogs, but even larger dogs with longer hair can be affected by the cold. Sweaters can also help while your pet is in the house. Cats and dogs can get cold indoors as well. If your pet is shivering, consider placing a sweater on him. Noses, ears, and paws can suffer the most damage during cold weather. Consider finding ways to cover these areas during cold snaps, or modify outdoor activities during harsh, severe conditions. Remove any salt from paws. When you take your dog for walks on treated roads or sidewalks, his paws may pick up salt remnants. This can be harmful for your pet. Salt and other chemicals can irritate your pet's mouth and feet. If you pet licks his paws, he could ingest these chemicals, too. You can let your pet wear booties to protect his feet from elements and chemicals. Just make sure to buy booties that fit your pet's feet well. Carefully clean paws when you return from outdoors. This helps remove the salt and chemicals. Consider wiping down the belly and legs, too, especially if your dog is short and the belly may have come in contact with salt or chemicals. Recognize your pet’s limits. Your pet's tolerance to cold depends on a lot of factors. If you have more than one pet, your pets may have different tolerances to cold. One may love the cold and enjoy running in the snow, while another may find it difficult and painful. Pay attention to your pets during cold weather to see their reaction. Adjust your exercise and other outdoor routines accordingly. Some conditions may limit the tolerance your pet has for cold weather. Pets with arthritis may have a lot of trouble walking in extreme cold. Conditions like diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, or diseases like Cushing's disease may not be able to regulate their body temperature. Watch your pet closely if he has any of these conditions. Young pets and elderly pets may have more trouble than other pets. Take great care when exposing young and elderly pets to cold weather. Use caution when walking pets. When you walk your pet, make sure to use caution. Look for slippery, icy areas on sidewalks, paths, or roads. Not only is this a hazard for you, but your pet can slip as well. Don't let your pet run on frozen lakes, puddles, or other frozen water. Pets can easily fall through ice, which could cause death. If you try to save your pet, you could put yourself in danger as well. Provide blankets. Even though your pet lives indoors, he may still get cold. Provide blankets for him to curl into on his bed, on the floor, or on furniture he is allowed to be on. You may also think about moving your pet's bed to warmer areas in the house, away from windows, doors, or other drafty areas. Watch your pet and make sure he is comfortably warm inside your house during cold weather. Make sure your pet is not sleeping on the floor. Give him a bed made of blankets, a pet bed, or a pillow. Floors can retain cold and make your pet even colder. Keep your pet dry. When your pet comes in from outdoors, dry him with a towel to remove any melting snow or precipitation. Make sure to remove snowballs or ice from the paws. If you pet is wet, it can have trouble getting warm and cause problems. Reduce the amount of food. Indoor pets expend less energy during the winter. They sleep more and usually exercise less. This means you need to reduce the amount of food you are feeding your pet. Watch your pet for weight gain. If you think your pet is gaining weight, limit his food intake every day. Refrain from shaving your pets during the winter. While proper grooming is still important, refrain from shaving pets down to the skin during cold months. Longer hair can help keep your pet warm. Keep your pet trimmed to reduce the amount of snow and ice that gets caught in his hair during walks. This is especially important around his feet. Trim the hair between his toes and around his feet. Avoid leaving your pet in cold cars. Just like in hot weather, leaving your pet in a car during cold weather can be harmful or deadly. Cars that are turned off and sitting can become cold extremely fast, which means your pet left inside will be exposed to extremely cold temperatures. Consider limiting any travel for your pet, especially if the pet will be left inside a car for a period of time. You should never leave young, old, ill, thin, or short-haired pets unattended in cold cars. Pet-proof your home. Since you will be keeping your pet inside, make sure to protect your pet from potential dangers. Always watch your pet around space heaters to make sure he doesn't get burned or knock it over, which is a potential fire hazard. If you have a fireplace, use a guard to keep pets from getting burned. Bring your pet indoors. If at all possible, bring your pet indoors during extreme temperatures and cold weather storms. This could be a room in your home or even a garage. Cold temperatures can be harmful even to outdoor pets. If you bring your pet into your garage, make sure there is no antifreeze spills or other chemicals on the floor. This could cause death. If your pet is in your garage, don't start your car in a closed garage. This could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. Provide a shelter. If you pet spends most of his time outdoors and bringing him indoors is not an option, provide a shelter for him. This may be a doghouse, an outbuilding, or shed. When you provide a doghouse for your dog, it needs to be dry inside, as well as protected from wind. The dog should be able to comfortably enter, sit, and lie down inside. Ideally, it should be small enough to trap heat to help keep the dog warm. Cover the floor with shavings or straw. Make sure the floor is raised a few inches off the ground. The ground can hold cold and make your pet even colder. If possible, cover the door with burlap or plastic. Arrange the doorway away from winds. Don't use space heaters or heat lamps. These are fire hazards and can possibly burn your pet. Check the paws, nose, and ears. Paws are particularly susceptible to cold weather damage, as are noses and ears. If your pet is kept outdoors, keep a watch on the paws, nose, and ears. Check for cracked pads or bleeding paws. Make sure no ice is accumulating on the paws. Feed your pet enough food. Outdoor pets need more food during the winter. They burn more energy during the winter trying to stay warm. Consider adding an extra meal each day, or increasing the amount you feed your pet each day. Don't use metal food bowls during the winter because an animal's tongue may stick to the metal in cold temperatures. Keep water unfrozen. Pets require constant access to water, and outdoor pets are no exception. The problem for outdoor pets during cold weather is frozen water. If the temperature outdoors is below freezing, your pet's water may freeze. Check throughout the day to make sure the water is not frozen. Keep the water unfrozen by changing it frequently. You can also buy pet-safe heated water bowls. Do not place water in metal bowls. Your pet's tongue may stick to the metal. Protect your pet from salt. If you have a pet who stays outside, try to protect him from salt. This may mean keeping your outdoor dog in an area where you do not treat the ground with salt or other chemicals. This can protect the dog from getting it on his paws, which can cause irritation. It also protects from your dog licking his paws or licking the ground and ingesting harmful chemicals. Remove all antifreeze from around your pet. Antifreeze is poisonous and can kill pets. If your pet stays outside, make sure to keep antifreeze carefully put away so the dog or cat can stay out of it. If you get antifreeze on your driveway, clean it as best you can so your pet (or other neighborhood pets) will not be tempted to lick it. Antifreeze has a sweet odor, so pets may be attracted to it. Keep your pet on a leash. You should keep your pet on a leash during cold weather, especially during storms. Snow and ice can cause scents to easily get lost, so dogs might lose their way and be unable to find their way home or back to you if they get off the leash. Check under the hood of your car. Cats can crawl into warm car engines during cold weather for warmth and shelter. If a cat is under your hood when you start your car, this can either injure or kill the cat. To prevent this, bang on the hood, blow your horn, or check under your hood before starting your car during cold weather. Protect birds from cold. If you have a pet bird, make sure to protect her from cold weather. Move her bird cage to a warm location, away from drafts, doors, and windows. Take care of your horse. Though large, horses also need to be looked after in extreme cold temperatures. Your horse should have access to a secure shelter, like a barn or three sided structure. This shelter should protect the horse from the wind and elements. If needed, place a blanket on your horse to keep her warm and dry. Make sure your horse has plenty of food since staying warm burns more energy. Feed your horses more forage during colder months. Keep a check on your horse's water supply to make sure it is not frozen. Keep your rabbits protected. If you have outdoor rabbits, make sure to protect them during cold months. Most rabbits are able to withstand colder temperatures. However, if it is freezing, you need to make sure to protect them. Consider moving rabbits indoors, or into an unused garage, shed, or outdoor building during freezing temperatures. Make sure to ensure the rabbits have plenty of exercise areas if you move them. If you leave your rabbits outdoors, make sure they have ways to keep warm. This includes extra bedding. Make sure the rabbits' home is protected from rain, snow, wind, and other adverse elements. The house should be protected from drafts. Make sure to keep your rabbits dry. The worst thing for rabbits during cold weather is to be in a wet or drafty home. Monitor for pets left outdoors in unsafe conditions. If you see a pet in your area who is left outdoors without the proper safety measures, talk to the owner. If there is no change, document the conditions and report it to animal control or the sheriff's office. You can politely follow up after a few days if the pet has not been provided for. When documenting a case, note the date, time, and location. You also need to provide the type of animal. Describe the details of the unsafe care as specifically as possible. If possible, take a video or photo with a camera or cell phone. Providing as much evidence as possible will help the situation be dealt with.	Limit your pet’s time outside. Place your pets in sweaters. Remove any salt from paws. Recognize your pet’s limits. Use caution when walking pets. Provide blankets. Keep your pet dry. Reduce the amount of food. Refrain from shaving your pets during the winter. Avoid leaving your pet in cold cars. Pet-proof your home. Bring your pet indoors. Provide a shelter. Check the paws, nose, and ears. Feed your pet enough food. Keep water unfrozen. Protect your pet from salt. Remove all antifreeze from around your pet. Keep your pet on a leash. Check under the hood of your car. Protect birds from cold. Take care of your horse. Keep your rabbits protected. Monitor for pets left outdoors in unsafe conditions.
https://www.wikihow.com/Visit-the-Golden-Gate-Bridge	How to Visit the Golden Gate Bridge	To get the closest view of the Golden Gate Bridge, walk or bike across the 1.7 mile span on a clear day, where you'll be able to appreciate the awesome engineering. Then, visit the Strauss Plaza to see outdoor exhibits about the history of the bridge and the construction process. After you've learned more about the bridge, you can take a ride on one of the ferries to get a view of the entire bridge from the water.	Walk across the bridge for views of the Bay and the bridge's architecture. The bridge is 1.7 miles (2.7 km) long and has sidewalks that are open to pedestrians 7 days a week between sunrise and sunset. It takes 45–60 minutes to walk across the bridge, but you can take your time and stop at the various overlooks. The sidewalks may be closed during inclement weather, so keep your eye on the forecast for the day you plan on visiting. Rent a bike to cross the bridge faster than walking. Although the visitor's center doesn't rent out bikes, there are plenty of places on either side of the bridge where you can rent a bike for a fee. The Parks Conservancy recommends Sports Basement at Crissy Field for rentals. To cross with a bike, you have to ride on the roadway, so be sure to rent the proper safety equipment. You can bike across the bridge at any time of day. Crossing the bridge by bike takes about 25–40 minutes, depending on traffic. There are bike parking stations at the Strauss Plaza where you can leave your bike while you explore the various exhibits. Go on a bus tour that crosses the bridge for an easier trip. There are plenty of bus tours departing from San Francisco and Marin County by a number of different tour companies across the Bay Area that include a trip across the bridge. Book a tour online or by phone with your chosen company to experience crossing the bridge after learning more about the city! Bus tours can be more expensive than other tours, especially for large groups. Ask about fees when booking your tour to make sure it fits in your budget. There are no bus tours sponsored by the Park Conservancy, so you will have to begin the tour at one of the many companies located in San Francisco or Marin County. Drive across the bridge if you have a car in the area. The Golden Gate Bridge is open to cars 24/7, but it does require an electronic toll. The fee is $7.75 for a one-time, one-way toll, and you can pay the toll online at http://goldengate.org/tolls/ by entering your license plate number. Go to the overlook at the Marin Headlands for great photo opportunities. The trails at the Headlands are located on the Marin County side of the bridge, and offer amazing views of the bridge from all different angles! Visit the lookout just off of the parking lot for a close-up look at the bridge from Marin County, or take one of the trails for more unique views. To get to the Headlands, take a left at the end of the bridge once you get to the Marin County side. It's a short walk from the parking lot to the overlook. Visit Pier 39 on a clear day to get a distant view of the bridge. Pier 39 is located in the North Beach neighborhood, to the east of the Golden Gate Bridge. San Francisco Bay The Pier has a ton of great food and shops which makes it worth the visit to begin with. On clear days where there isn't a lot of fog, you can see the bridge in the distance. On foggy days, you won't be able to see very far into the bay. The Pier is easily accessible. Check out the Strauss Plaza Welcome Center to visit the outdoor exhibits. The new welcome center and entrance plaza has plenty of different areas to explore focusing on the history and construction of the bridge. From facts about architecture, engineering, and preservation to the process of construction, there's something for everyone at the plaza. If you're hungry, you can also get a bite to eat at the Round House Cafe or Bridge Cafe from 9am-6pm. There are a ton of different activities at the welcome center, so plan to spend at least 1 hour exploring the area. Keep in mind that parking near the Welcome Center is extremely limited, so you may have to wait to find a spot if you plan on driving there. Take a free guided walking tour for a historical background. The San Francisco City Guides at the Golden Gate Bridge offer guided walking tours of the Japanese Tea Garden, East End, or West End. The tours meet at various locations around the Golden Gate Bridge Park, and last for 1.5–2 hours. You can check the next available tour, meeting locations, and other requirements at http://www.sfcityguides.org/current_schedule.html. The tours are led by volunteers, so always be respectful and attentive to the guide. While the tours are offered for free, the SF City Guides organization does accept donations. Take a ride on one of the various ferries for a view from the water. The ferry gives excellent views of the bridge, and some boats have exhibits about the history of the bridge on board. The Larkspur ferry is the most popular option and offers awesome views from the water. Make sure to purchase your ticket from one of the ticket vending machines. Adult tickets for the Larkspur ferry that goes to the Golden Gate Bridge are $11.50, and youth tickets are less expensive at $5.75 for ages 5–18. Children under 4 can ride the ferry for free. Ferry rides take about 30–50 minutes, depending on the type of vessel. Walk along historical Crissy Field to get a view of the bridge from afar. In the Presidio neighborhood, you can visit an old airfield next to the water that has a large flat area for walking next to the water. You can look at the Golden Gate Bridge from the south side and learn more about the Civil War-era history of the area. This is a great option for novice hikers and families because the path is mostly flat and easy to navigate. Visit the Walt Disney Family museum for a fun side-trip. A few minutes away from the Golden Gate Bridge, you can learn about the members of the Disney family, Walt's future for the parks, and the entrepreneurial spirit of the entire family. It's located in a historic building and has interactive games, videos, and a model of the Disneyland park! The museum is located in the Presidio neighborhood and is open to the public Wednesday-Monday from 10am-6pm. It costs $23 to visit the museum as an adult and $13 for kids. There are discounts available for students and senior citizens. Take public transportation to get back across the bridge if desired. Many people walk one direction across the bridge, and then take the bus back across. There is a public transportation bus stop on the Marin County side of the bridge at the Vista Point location that has buses that run back to the Strauss Plaza Welcome Center. This is a great option for people who want to explore the Headlands and other Marin County attractions, but want to avoid walking all the way back across the bridge. Bring your camera or phone to take pictures. The Golden Gate Bridge is beautiful and makes for a great photo, but the parks and wildlife surrounding the bridge are also great for pictures. Be sure your phone or camera is charged before you go to the bridge, and feel free to take as many pictures as you'd like! Some indoor areas, like museums and places with informative videos, discourage visitors from taking pictures. Respect all of the rules of the museums and only take pictures where permitted. It might be helpful to get a strap for your camera to hang it around neck, since you'll be doing a lot of walking at the park. This will keep you from dropping the camera by accident. Wear comfortable and seasonable clothes and shoes. The weather in San Francisco can be unpredictable at times, so be sure to keep an eye on the weather forecast. As a general rule, wear a light, comfortable top, shorts or workout pants, and pack a raincoat to visit the bridge. For shoes, opt for comfortable tennis shoes or hiking shoes that are broken in. Avoid wearing brand new shoes on the day of your visit to the bridge, as they can cause blisters and pain if they don't fit properly. The bridge can be windy, so avoid wearing a hat if you plan to walk or bike across it. Pack water and snacks for the trip. Most people spend all day exploring the various parks and overlooks at the bridge, so be sure to come prepared with food and drinks. There are water fountains located at the Welcome Center for refilling water bottles, and you can pack bags of granola or trail mix as snacks throughout the day. While there are places to grab a bite to eat at the Welcome Center, they can be expensive. You might be better off waiting to eat somewhere else in the city or in Marin County. Leave your pets at home if you plan on walking across the bridge. Dogs aren't allowed to walk across the bridge due to safety concerns. If you aren't planning to walk across the bridge, you can still bring your dog to some of the many parks and hiking trails near the Golden Gate Bridge Park. Be sure to bring bags to clean up any waste from your pet. Don't plan on leaving your pet in the car to walk across the bridge, as it can get very warm in the car and hurt your dog.	Walk across the bridge for views of the Bay and the bridge's architecture. Rent a bike to cross the bridge faster than walking. Go on a bus tour that crosses the bridge for an easier trip. Drive across the bridge if you have a car in the area. Go to the overlook at the Marin Headlands for great photo opportunities. Visit Pier 39 on a clear day to get a distant view of the bridge. Check out the Strauss Plaza Welcome Center to visit the outdoor exhibits. Take a free guided walking tour for a historical background. Take a ride on one of the various ferries for a view from the water. Walk along historical Crissy Field to get a view of the bridge from afar. Visit the Walt Disney Family museum for a fun side-trip. Take public transportation to get back across the bridge if desired. Bring your camera or phone to take pictures. Wear comfortable and seasonable clothes and shoes. Pack water and snacks for the trip. Leave your pets at home if you plan on walking across the bridge.
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Librarian	How to Become a Librarian	To become a librarian, visit your local library regularly and practice researching different topics, which librarians need to be skilled at. Also, familiarize yourself with the computer systems that libraries use since you'll need to be technologically savvy as a librarian. If you want to learn more about the job, reach out to a local librarian and ask if you can interview them. You can also try volunteering at your local library to gain some first-hand experience.	Understand what defines library science. The study of library science includes library management, the preservation, archival, and dissemination of information, the development of information technologies, and research education. Librarians can specialize in any one of these areas, and many have responsibilities that require expertise in all of them. Tasks librarians might have include the following: Cataloging items in a library's database Developing taxonomies to organize data Implementing new technologies to update the organization of old collections Using research skills to answer reference questions Facilitating educational programs for students and the public Managing a library branch, including other employees Keeping a library's collection up to date by ordering new books and resources Know about different types of librarianship. Perhaps you're interested in becoming a children's librarian, or you may want to participate in the archival of scientific information. There are many different types of libraries, and librarians may have a variety of responsibilities within them. Public libraries have branches that are open to anyone who wants to obtain a library card. They often have public education programs to promote literacy for both adults and children. They play an important role in providing the public with free access to information. Librarians in public libraries take on a customer service role as well as making sure the collection is up to date, communicating with other libraries, and facilitating public programs. School libraries are an important part of grade schools and middle schools, and serve the function of providing children with the resources they need to receive a well-rounded education. School librarians teach children research skills and help to develop children's interest in reading as well as managing the library itself. Academic libraries are found at colleges and universities, and they have comprehensive collections that serve the needs of students pursuing higher education. Academic libraries are often specialized, with separate buildings for a law library, a science library, an art library, and so on. Librarians at academic libraries work at reference desks, catalog new materials, help students with complicated research projects, archive special materials, and keep libraries operating as cutting edge purveyors of knowledge. Librarians at specialized libraries often need secondary degrees, such as a degree in law or within the field of science, to be qualified for their positions. Decide whether you’re cut out to be a librarian. Many people who love reading are interested in becoming a librarian, but the job requires much more than an appreciation of good books. Good librarians have a passion not just for knowledge, but for finding the best way to organize it. They're concerned with preserving information and making it as accessible as possible to those who need it. Many librarians describe their decision to pursue library science as a calling to share information with others. With today's ever-changing information technology landscape, librarians have to be technologically adept. Some library science programs now require classes in coding. Not every librarian interacts with the public. Some librarians spend more time on archival, cataloguing, and other tasks. If you love information, but don't necessarily feel passionate about education, library science could still be the right field for you. Conduct informational interviews to learn more. Contact the librarian in a library that interests you, whether that be a public, school, or academic library. Arrange to have a meeting so that you'll have the opportunity to discuss librarianship with someone who has chosen that career. Ask the librarian about his or her specific job duties, so you'll know what to expect. Ask how he or she made the decision to become a librarian, and what traits librarians should have. Ask which Masters of Library Science (MLS) programs he or she would recommend. Get an undergraduate degree. In order to apply to an MLS program, you'll need an undergraduate degree from a college or university. There is no particular major requirement if you want to become a librarian, but common majors include English, Art History, Computer Science, and other courses of study that require research and technology skills. If you plan to become a librarian in a specialized library, such as a law or science library, you may need a secondary degree in a specific field. In this case, make sure you choose a major with classes that cover the prerequisites you'll need for acceptance into a master's program in your field. Obtain an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited Masters of Library Science. The ALA website, http://www.ala.org , is an excellent resource for information on MLS programs. You'll find a directory of accredited programs with descriptions of each one. Conduct a lot of research before you choose where to apply. Each program is quite unique; some focus on technology, others on the politics of information accessibility, and so on. Some programs require that you live on campus, while others are conducted entirely online. If you find out about a program through a source other than the ALA website, double check to make sure it's ALA-accredited before going forward. Many libraries will not hire candidates with degrees from non-accredited schools. Some prestigious institutions offer programs on information technology that are not ALA-accredited. If you're interested in information technology, but not necessarily in managing a library or the other responsibilities that being a librarian might entail, you may want to look into these alternatives. Don’t wait until you have your degree. You can gain experience in a library before you finish your MLS, and even while you're still an undergraduate. Apply for a job at your university library or local public library. Many colleges hire students to staff reference desks and reshelve books, among other duties. It's a good chance to find out whether you enjoy the library atmosphere and want to pursue a career in library science. Some libraries offer internships, whether paid or unpaid, as opportunities for students to get real world experience. If your university library doesn't already offer one, set up a meeting with the librarian to ask if there's a way you can get involved. Many schools have Student Library Association (SLA) chapters for students interested in information technology. Join your school's SLA, or start a chapter if your school doesn't have one. Network with librarians. Your volunteer work, part-time job, internship, or SLA chapter involvement are all opportunities to start relationships with librarians who could help you find a job down the line. Express your enthusiasm for librarianship, ask questions, and keep in touch after your internship ends. Find ways to stand out when you apply for jobs. Unfortunately, with funding for public and often academic libraries being cut, the library science field has become extremely competitive. Getting your MLS and having library experience will not be enough to guarantee you a job. Don't say you “love books” in your resume and cover letter. With so many applicants to choose from, the people in charge of hiring are looking for more interesting reasons why they should choose you for the job. Describe specific characteristics and experiences that make you perfect for the position. Always tailor your resume and cover letter to each job to which you apply. Mention specific qualities about that particular institution that have led you to seek employment there. Follow up with a thank-you email to show your continued enthusiasm. Rely on the network of people you met in school, through internships and part-time jobs, and through your SLA chapter. Let people know you're searching for a job, and be open to a range of positions. Be willing to work your way up. Even if you're qualified for a professional position, you may have to start at entry level. Use the opportunity to get to know more people and understand the way your library works. Once you prove yourself, the opportunity for promotion will surely arise.	Understand what defines library science. Know about different types of librarianship. Decide whether you’re cut out to be a librarian. Conduct informational interviews to learn more. Get an undergraduate degree. Obtain an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited Masters of Library Science. Don’t wait until you have your degree. Find ways to stand out when you apply for jobs. Be willing to work your way up.
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Repo-Man	How to Become a Repo Man	If you're interested in becoming a repo man, work on your people skills, and practice keeping your cool around people who are angry or aggressive, since nobody reacts well to having their stuff taken away. Additionally, figure out how to schedule your life around irregular work hours, because repo men work a lot of evenings and weekends. You should also go online to research your state's repo laws and figure out whether you need a license. Then, consider taking a training course to learn some practical skills, like lock picking, and get an official certification.	Learn about what the job entails. The first thing to do if you are interested in becoming a repo man is to learn about what the reality of the job is. Being a repo man is hard work, which can be emotionally draining and potentially dangerous. Repo men may be employed to repossess property, such as a boat or car. Given the nature of the job, repo men tend not to be too popular. If you decide to work towards becoming a repo man you will need thick skin. Repo men do not typically work regular hours, so you must be prepared to work long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends. Understand how much you can earn. Salaries vary widely, but repo men are generally paid per repossession they complete. The value of the item repossessed will often be reflected in the amount agent is paid for the job. In vehicle repossession, a car will tend to bring in between $150 and $450, but much of this will go to business costs and expenses. If the job pays $300, the repo man may get around $70 to $100 of that amount. The reported average salary for an agent is $32,480. Determine the skills and qualities required. Being a repo man is a tough job that requires you to have a range of skills and qualities to deal with the situations you may find yourself in. A good repo man must have excellent people skills. You will have to deal with angry and potentially aggressive people. You may have to repossess something from someone who is physically intimidating, so you need to be confident, but able to keep your cool in difficult moments. It helps if you are a good problem solver, and can organise your work and time well. Being a repo man also involves some investigative work to track down property and people. As well as dealing with people whose property you are repossessing, you will also deal with attorneys, so it's important to have a professional manner. Find out the licensing and legal requirements. On top of the basic personal requirements, you should find out about the specific repossession laws in your state or region. You will have to take account of all regulations and legal prerequisites for becoming a repo man before you go any further. Your state or region's financial department, secretary of state, supreme court, or judicial branch can inform you on applicable licensing requirements and other prerequisites for becoming a repo man. #*Some states require repo men to have a state licence to operate. In some states, including California, having a criminal conviction will make you ineligible for a licence. You can browse the relevant legislation and regulations by state online. These rules and regulations will change over time, so it's important to seek out the most up-to-date information. Complete any necessary training. There are many training programs and courses that will provide you with repossession certifications and other skills needed to perform the job duties. Having some certified training will improve your prospects in the job market, especially if you are new to repossession work. Search online for books and courses for repossession agents, and be sure they cover all the legal regulatory requirements for your state. Check with your State Department to ensure you understand the requirements. The training should cover practical issues, such as lock picking, vehicle alarm systems, and how to deal with your customers. You should also receive training on repossession ethics and the legal and regulatory information that you will need to be aware of. You may complete a comprehensive exam at the end of your course, before receiving your official certification. Contact local repossession companies. You can start looking for repo man work by contacting all the repossession companies in your area. Start as local as possible and then extend your search outwards. Say that you have recently become certified and are looking to develop a career in the industry. You can find a list of companies in your state online. It is likely that you will start as a driver or a clerk, before moving on to repossessing vehicles or other property yourself. This is all valuable experience if you want to learn how the business operates. You will be making contacts and learning from more experienced colleagues. Search for jobs online. You can contact the companies directly, but you can also browse online job databases where positions may be advertised. There are a large number of job database websites and classified ad websites for you to look through. Search for repossession jobs in your local area and see what comes up. You will also find specialised job boards online which only advertise jobs in the repossession business. Apply for a job. Once you have found a position to apply for, complete the required forms and paperwork and send in the application. Be sure that respond directly and specifically to all elements of the job specification to fully explain your suitability for the job. Check and proofread your application before you send it in. Being a repo man involves its share of paperwork, and a poorly written application won't help demonstrate your administrative and writing skills Employers will be looking for someone with excellent people skills, who is able to stay calm in a fractious situation. You should emphasize your communication skills, your organizational skills, and your ability to work under pressure. Try to highlight your experiences in previous jobs to demonstrate that you have these skills, and have applied them in the past. Consider working as an independent contractor. You can work directly for a repossession company, but you can also consider working as an independent contractor. Working for a repossession company can provide you with consistent work and allow you to learn from other experienced repo men. The advantages to being an independent contractor are that you will be able to obtain your own clients and run your own business. It can be difficult to break into the industry as an independent contractor, especially if you have little or no experience. It's advisable to get some experience and contacts working with a company before you consider becoming an independent contractor.	Learn about what the job entails. Understand how much you can earn. Determine the skills and qualities required. Find out the licensing and legal requirements. Complete any necessary training. Contact local repossession companies. Search for jobs online. Apply for a job. Consider working as an independent contractor.
https://www.wikihow.com/Have-Pretty-Toenails	How to Have Pretty Toenails	For pretty toenails, keep them neatly trimmed and buffed. Since toenails can harden and chip over time, rub petroleum jelly or oil on them to keep them softer, which means they'll be less likely to break and easier to trim. Clip your toenails weekly, keeping them the length of your toes to avoid splitting or ingrown nails. In between clippings, you can file your toenails to keep them even. Move the file in one direction so you don't break your toenails, and aim to keep a squared-off edge to avoid ingrown nails. For stains on or under your nails, use a nail buffer or a toothbrush and a bit of soapy water to get them off.	Use petroleum jelly or other oil such as almond oil or shea butter to make toenails softer. Toenails can harden over time, but petroleum jelly or oil can keep them softer, which means you will have an easier time trimming them. Oil also helps to moisturize the nail, which prevents chipping. Don't forget to rub oil around the cuticle, as well, as that can make the cuticle look better. This process also helps moisturize the nail. Avoid acetone-based nail polish removers. These types of polish removers can dry out toenails, causing them to split or crack. Non-acetone nail polish removers use ethyl acetate or methyl ethyl ketone to remove nail polish. Look for a label that says "non-acetone." Be aware that because non-acetone nail polish removers are not as harsh, you might have to work a little harder to remove your nail polish. Add biotin to your vitamin regiment. According to studies, taking this vitamin-B based supplement can help create stronger nails and toenails. See a doctor if your nails are significantly yellowed. Yellow nails can be sign of other health problems. For instance, if your nails are yellow and separating from the skin, it could be a sign of thyroid disease or psoriasis. Yellow nails without separating could be a sign of a respiratory disease, infection, or diabetes. Clip toenails once a week. Long toenails increase your chances of ingrown toenails, which can be painful and require medical attention. Long toenails are also uncomfortable when you wear shoes with closed toes because the nails dig into the shoe, placing pressure on your toenails. Trimming regularly also helps to keep your toenails from splitting. Trim your toenails until they are about the length of your toes. If they are too long, they will split. Too short toenails can lead to ingrown toenails. Square off your toenails rather than curving them. Squaring off your toenails helps prevent ingrown toenails, as the edges keep the skin from crowding back over the toe. File toenails every four days. By checking in regularly with your toenails, you can make sure they stay in shape. Also, always file in one direction, as moving the file back and forth can tear or break toenails. Don't trim your cuticles. Cuticles help stop infection, and trimming cuticles opens up the possibility of your skin becoming infected. Buff out stains. Lightly use a nail buffer to help remove stains from the tops of your nails. Clean under your nails with a toothbrush. The toothbrush helps remove any dirt under your toenails. In the shower, add a little soap to the toothbrush, and then scrub your toenails clean. Be sure not to scrub too hard, as you could break the skin. If you want your toenails whiter, use a whitening toothpaste in addition to the toothbrush. Push cuticles down gently. You can move the cuticle out of the way for painting but don't force it to the point of breaking. Use a base coat first. The base coat creates a stronger bond between the toenail and the polish, meaning you won't need to touch up the color as often. Also, a base coat can help protect the nails against stains when you do remove the polish. Apply polish in three strokes if possible. While your big toenail might need a bit more polish, generally you apply a center stroke, then spread it out to the right and left. Let the polish smooth itself out by getting a big drop on the brush, then gently rolling it out with the brush. Don't forget the top coat. The top coat adds extra shine and protection. Clean up any mistakes. Use a small brush or piece of tissue and nail polish remover to clean up the nail polish you get on your skin. Avoid hot water after painting. Cold water can help set your nail polish, but hot water can cause your nails to expand, which can lead to cracking. Have a good selection of nail polish on hand, so you always have the color you want, especially if you are trying to match your toenails to your outfit. Glittery polishes tend to last longer on your toenails than non-shimmery polishes. Use polishes that claim to be "three-free." That means that they don't contain formaldehyde, toluene, or dibutyl phthalate. These chemicals can be harmful over time. Paint your toenails to reflect your personality. If you're shy, don't go with funky neon orange. For classy events, try French tips. Try fancy designs. An easy way to create fancy designs for your toes is to paint them on a plastic bag or parchment paper first. Once you are done, you can peel it off and adhere it to your toe with a base and top coat. Stickers and tape can help you create interesting designs. Lay down a base color, and let it dry. Use stickers or tape to create an interesting design that you paint in with another color. You can do curves, star bursts, or even just split the nail down the middle.	Use petroleum jelly or other oil such as almond oil or shea butter to make toenails softer. Avoid acetone-based nail polish removers. Add biotin to your vitamin regiment. See a doctor if your nails are significantly yellowed. Clip toenails once a week. File toenails every four days. Don't trim your cuticles. Buff out stains. Clean under your nails with a toothbrush. Push cuticles down gently. Use a base coat first. Apply polish in three strokes if possible. Don't forget the top coat. Clean up any mistakes. Avoid hot water after painting. Have a good selection of nail polish on hand, so you always have the color you want, especially if you are trying to match your toenails to your outfit. Paint your toenails to reflect your personality. Try fancy designs.
https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Your-Car%27s-Fuel-Efficiency-(MPG)	How to Calculate Your Car's Fuel Efficiency (MPG)	To calculate your car's fuel efficiency, start by filling up your gas tank. After you fill up the tank, record your car's mileage before you do any driving. Then, drive your car normally until the gas tank is less than half full. Once the tank is low, fill it up again and write down how many gallons of gas it took to fill it up. Also, write down your car's new mileage before you leave the pump. Finally, use the formula: miles per gallon = (mileage B - mileage A) ÷ gallons to calculate how many miles your car gets per gallon.	Go to the gas station and fill up the fuel tank. This may sting a little, but it is key to getting an accurate reading. Record the mileage. Before even pulling away from the pump, write down your current mileage. We will call this Mileage A. Drive normally. To get as accurate a reading as possible, drive until the tank is less than half full. The longer you can go before getting gas, the better. Fill up the tank again. Try to use the same station using the same pump as the first fill up, as pumps may be calibrated differently. This time, pay attention to how many gallons it takes to fill up the tank. This is usually shown at the pump. We will call this Gallons. Record the mileage again. This number we will call Mileage B. Do the math. The formula for determining your MPG is this: MPG = (Mileage B - Mileage A)÷Gallons. Subtract Mileage A from Mileage B. This will give you the number of miles you drove since your last fill-up. Divide your answer by the number of gallons (Gallons B) it took to fill up your tank. This will give you your car's MPG. Verify your odometer. Not all cars reflect accurate odometer readings. This will not only incorrectly reflect the number of miles you've driven, it will also give you an inaccurate picture of your MPG. Many freeways have "mileage check sections." They are stretches of road several miles or kilometers long, with mileage markers along the way. If one near you has this feature, use it. Otherwise, look on the map and find a stretch of road or freeway, and mark out an accurate 5 or 10 mile (or kilometer) distance. Go to the first marker. Set your trip odometer to 0 as you pass the marker. At the end of the run, note your trip odometer. An accurate odometer will reflect the distance you traveled. If your odometer is higher than the distance traveled, your fuel efficiency will be better than you had calculated. You actually traveled further than you calculated with just the straight odometer reading. Conversely, if your odometer is lower than the actual distance traveled, your MPG is lower as well. Calculate the offset. We will call the actual distance traveled "A," and the miles shown on the trip odometer "T". We'll call offset "O." The formula for determining the offset is: O=A÷T. For example, if you travel 5 miles, and your odometer says you've traveled 4-1/2, your formula would read: O = 5÷4.5; O=1.11. To get your actual mileage for your MPG formula, you would subtract Mileage A from Mileage B as normal, then multiply the result by 1.11 before finishing your MPG calculation. If Mileage B - Mileage A = 100, multiply by O (1.11). In this example, you actually traveled 111 miles. If your odometer says you traveled 5-1/2 miles, your formula would read: O=5÷5.5; O=.91. Again, you would multiply Mileage B - Mileage A by O. If Mileage B - Mileage A = 100, multiply by O (0.91). In this example, you only traveled 91 miles.	Go to the gas station and fill up the fuel tank. Record the mileage. Drive normally. Fill up the tank again. Record the mileage again. Do the math. Verify your odometer. Go to the first marker. Calculate the offset.
https://www.wikihow.com/Add-Volume-to-Hair-(for-Men)	How to Add Volume to Hair (for Men)	If you are a man and want to add more volume to your hair, make sure to wash it at least every other day, since unwashed hair can look flat and deflated. When you wash your hair, be careful not to use hot water that could damage your hair follicles, and opt for warm or room-temperature water, instead. Also, consider using a thickening or volumizing shampoo and conditioner, which can coat your hair follicles and widen individual strands of hair. To style your hair, use light, volumizing mousse products, and avoid gel products that leave your hair feeling crispy, instead of flexible and voluminous. Put a dime-sized amount of product onto your fingertips, and lightly run your hands through your hair. Repeat until you're happy with how it looks.	Wash your hair on a daily basis. Your hair will look—and feel—its best, and have the most volume if it's washed every day (or at least every other day). Find a hair-washing regimen that seems to maximize the volume of your hair and stick to it. Greasy or unwashed hair tends to clump together, making the hair look flat and deflated. Rinse out hair-care products with warm or room-temperature water. Try to avoid rinsing shampoo or conditioner out of your hair with hot water. Warm or room-temperature water is ideal for washing shampoos and conditioners out of your hair. Hot water can damage your hair follicles and exacerbate the appearance of thinning hair. Clean and condition your hair with thickening products. Thickening shampoos and conditioners are a great way to add lift to your hair. Thickening products work by coating the hair follicle with a special polymer designed to increase the width of individual hair strands. If you find a thickening product that you like, plan to use it daily in place of your former shampoo. To achieve the best results, try pairing a volumizing shampoo with a volumizing conditioner. You can find thickening shampoos and conditioners at your local grocery store. Let your hair grow out. It's tough to increase the volume of short hair, no matter how much product you put in it, since short hair is more difficult to lift and style. If you're trying to increase the volume of your hair, grow your hair out by at least 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm). This extra length will give you more hair to style and volumize, and give your hair a more unique look. Having longer hair doesn't mean you'll necessarily look shaggy. You can keep the back and sides short, and just grow out longer hair on the top of your head. Use a light, volumizing mousse product. Mousse is generally preferable to wax or gel-based styling products, since it tends to leave less residue in your hair after it has been styled. Heavy gels, sprays, waxes, and mousses can leave hair matted down and greasy looking, whereas mousse keeps hair looking full and high-volume. As a general rule, the less you feel the product in your hair, the better it is for increasing the appearance of volume. It's most important that you find a product that works well for your particular look. Try out a few mousses—and maybe even a gel or 2—until you find a product that you like. Avoid gel products that stiffen the hair. If a volumizing styling product leaves your hair feeling “crispy” or “crunchy,” it's probably not ideal for increasing the appearance of volume. The more flexible your hair is after using a volumizing styling product, the more effective it will be in increasing the appearance of volume. Use a moderate amount of volumizing styling products daily. While gels, mousses, waxes, and sprays do help increase the appearance of volume, their effects are temporary. You will need to maintain a consistent regimen when using these products to most effectively increase the appearance of volume. It's best to follow the label's recommendations for applying a volumizing product. Use the amount of the product that is recommended on the label. Apply styling products to the tips of your hair. Scoop up roughly a dime-sized amount of product on 3 or 4 fingers on each hand, and run both hands backward through your hair. Coat the hairs fully with the product. Avoid putting an excessive amount of product on the roots, or you'll end up with clumps of hair stuck together. Repeat this process 3 or 4 times, until you have your hair styled to a degree that suits you. Applying a volumizing styling product to the roots of your hair can have an adverse effect on the appearance of volume. This is because applying products to the roots of your hair will tend to cause a clumping effect and give your volumized hair a patchy look. Use your hands to style your hair. Avoid combing your hair, since combs can negatively impact the appearance of volume. For the best results in increasing the appearance of volume, use your hands. Combs have a tendency to pull and tear at the roots of the hair and can pull hairs in an unusual direction, which opens up larger patches of visible scalp. Use a blow dryer after applying volumizing styling products. Dry hair tends to appear more voluminous than wet hair or hair that has been oversaturated with product. For the best results, blow dry your hair after using a volumizing styling product. Hold the blow dryer about 12 inches (30 cm) away from your head, and run your hand through your hair while it's drying. This will help the hair dry more quickly. Most styling products recommend applying them to damp or moist hair. This helps the product to uniformly coat your hair. If your hair is wet when you put the products in, wait for your hair to dry and run your hands through it a few times to lift the hair. Style your hair in different ways to find a look that suits you. Changing your hairstyle to maximize the appearance of volume is often a process of trial and error. Spend some time trying various techniques to see what works best for you. For example, try running your hands sideways through your hair when applying a volumizing product, or change the amount of product you use. If you have naturally curly or wavy hair, try breaking up the curls and waves with your fingers to give your hair as much volume as possible. Separate each curl 2 to 4 times to make your hair appear fuller. Try to disperse styling products evenly throughout your hair: top, front, back, and sides. This should help ensure that the application of styling products leaves your hair looking naturally thick and not oversaturated with product. Avoid sunburn on your scalp. It's not common knowledge, but sunburn on the top of your head can have a negative effect on the volume of your hair. A sunburned scalp will cause hair to fall out, leading to thinner hair with reduced volume. So, if you're going to be out in the sun for more than 20 or 30 minutes, plan to wear a hat or put some sunscreen on the top of your head. Burning the top of your head will also make the hairs themselves brittle and thin, which decreases the amount of volume in your hair. Don’t wear a tight hat every day. Many men wear a baseball cap, stocking cap, or cowboy hat on a day-to-day basis. Unfortunately, this can have a negative effect on the volume of your hair. Wearing a hat can compress your hair and reduce its volume, and can also reduce circulation to your scalp. This, in turn, will reduce the health and volume of your hair. Wearing a tight hat every day can also damage your follicles and cause your hair to thin. Consider using hair-growth products. If part of the reason your hair has lost volume is that your hair is thinning, a hair-growth product may be the most effective way to restore hair volume. Talk to your doctor, and see what type of hair-growth product they recommend. It is important to note that these products both have better success rates at stopping hair loss than they do with re-growing lost hair, so be proactive and consult your doctor as soon as you notice your hair starting to thin. The two most popular hair growth products on the market contain minoxidil (found in products such as Rogaine) and finasteride (found in products like Propecia). Minoxidil is a topical treatment and finasteride comes in pill form.	Wash your hair on a daily basis. Rinse out hair-care products with warm or room-temperature water. Clean and condition your hair with thickening products. Let your hair grow out. Use a light, volumizing mousse product. Avoid gel products that stiffen the hair. Use a moderate amount of volumizing styling products daily. Apply styling products to the tips of your hair. Use your hands to style your hair. Use a blow dryer after applying volumizing styling products. Style your hair in different ways to find a look that suits you. Avoid sunburn on your scalp. Don’t wear a tight hat every day. Consider using hair-growth products.
https://www.wikihow.com/Tell-Someone-You-Still-Love-Them	How to Tell Someone You Still Love Them	The best way to tell someone that you still love them is to meet in person at a neutral location. Work up to it by asking how they've been and telling them a bit about yourself. Move naturally into talking about your feelings and finally say, “I still love you.” Be clear about what kind of relationship you want, if any, and give them time to think about their own feelings.	Make sure that you mean it. If you're going to tell someone that you still love them, you should be certain that you do, indeed, still love them. Try to gain a clear perspective on the situation. Clarify why you are telling this person that you still love them, and try to imagine how he or she will react. Ask yourself what you hope to gain from saying this. Perhaps you are trying to win someone back, or apologize for something that you did, or simply reaffirm your feelings. Talk over your feelings with a friend. Find someone mature and trustworthy – ideally, someone who is experienced with navigating the waters of love. Ask your friend for advice. Test out the words that you want to say. Talk out the situation in order to clarify your thoughts. Do not take this person's advice without considering the situation for yourself! It can help to confide your feelings in a friend who personally knows the object of your love. Be careful, though: you don't want to tell someone who will gossip and spread the word! Write down your feelings. Try brainstorming and writing in stream-of-consciousness in order to explore your thoughts more effectively. Make sure that you don't just want your partner back out of loneliness, guilt, power, or fear – nor any other reason, save love. Be true to yourself and the other person. Ultimately, you will need to forgive yourself and your partner. Avoid conditional forgiveness. Let go. Look at what you want, but also what the relationship needs. If the case is conditional, such as, "I love you, but I want you to stop drinking," then you may need an third-party counselor, friend, or relative to help you and your partner. Ultimately it is up to your partner to choose to change themselves. You cannot change them directly. Put yourself in his or her shoes. Think about the situation from the perspective of the person that you love. Ask yourself whether this person still loves you, and whether he/she will be receptive to your admission. Love is a two-way street, so try not to make it all about your own feelings! Be aware of the impact that your words will have. You might stir up old feelings, and you might destabilize the new life that this person is trying to build. Ask yourself whether you intend to follow through on your words. Consider that it is sometimes best to "let sleeping dogs lie." If it has been a while since your relationship with this person ended, then it may not be appropriate to confess your love. This might be especially true if he/she is in the middle of building a relationship with someone else. Figure out what went wrong. Simple mistakes or problems happen, such as forgetting an anniversary or being late or absent one too many times to a special event, but when there is an innocent explanation most problems resolve themselves. Do not rush back into things without understanding why the relationship ran aground. Determine whether distance is the cause. The uncertainty can lead you to paranoia about what the other partner is doing, or with whom they spend time. If you will be separated for months at a time, then you may need to make a plan to keep the relationship alive. Consider taking a break, or opening up the relationship, or moving to wherever your partner is. You may find that you disagree on certain matters that feel central to your partnership: religious, political, familial, or lifestyle choices. Perhaps your partner wants children, but you do not; perhaps the two of you have begun to fight about which candidate to support in the upcoming election. Consider whether these things are more important than the love you have for this person. Make a plan. First, ensure that you understand why the relationship foundered, where you see yourself in the future, and whether you still truly love this person. Then, decide when and where you're going to do it. If you are able to do so, meet your love in person. If you are less confident, or if there is no way to be physically with this person, then you might call them, or email them, or write them a letter. Set it up. Ask the person if they will meet you at a neutral location: a coffee shop, or a public park, or a favorite restaurant. If they will not meet you, then try a less direct means of communication like phone, email, or handwritten letter. Avoid saying this over text or instant message. Try to say it as thoughtfully and intentionally as possible. If there is a medium that the two of you always used to communicate, then consider using that medium. If the person doesn't want to see you, then you need to respect that. Do not show up at his/her home or workplace. Do not follow this person, or arrange for someone else to follow him/her. Hedge your expectations. You can hope and pray that this person will return your love, but you need to be prepared for rejection. If you did something to seriously hurt or anger this person, then they may not be ready to take you back. If your love has found someone else, then he or she may simply want to focus on the new relationship instead of trying to sort out the past. It is good to be bold, and to speak what is on your mind – but you must do so with abandon, with the conviction that you absolutely must say this thing, regardless of the outcome. Be prepared to respect this person's decision. Whether or not they love you back or want you back, you need to allow them the right to say so. If you do not respect a person, then perhaps you do not love them. Speak plainly and honestly. You don't need to play any games, especially if you have been with this person in the past. Say exactly what you feel. Put all of your cards onto the table. Spell out your expectations for this relationship, and explain what you want. If you're going to rebuild a relationship, it's incredibly important to establish a line of open and healthy communication. If you want to get back together, say so. If you just want this person to know that you love them, then make that clear. If you have a vision for what you want to happen next, then explain it. Be bold. Don't wait too long, and don't be afraid to act on your feelings. The more you obsess about this, the harder it will be. Work up your courage, talk to your love, and explain how you feel. Ask yourself this question: "If I do not do this, will I regret it later?" Say it simply. All you need to say, really, is "I still love you." But once you do this, don't laugh or stare at them, that will give them the wrong message that it is a prank or joke. Act serious but show them the personality in you that they love. If you have the words for it, then explain why you still love them, or explain how long or how consistently you have loved them. If you need to apologize for something, then make your apology and let it stand. You should not have to grovel in order to get this person back. Wait for the right moment. If you have agreed to meet this person somewhere, don't just leap right into the "I still love you," line. Make a bit of small talk: ask how they've been, and tell them a bit about yourself, and try to set a positive scene. That said – don't beat around the bush. This person probably has some idea of why you wanted to meet up, and he/she may be waiting for you to speak your piece. Be patient, but forthright.	Make sure that you mean it. Talk over your feelings with a friend. Write down your feelings. Put yourself in his or her shoes. Figure out what went wrong. Make a plan. Set it up. Hedge your expectations. Speak plainly and honestly. Be bold. Say it simply. Wait for the right moment.
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-Hair-Removal-Cream-on-Your-Face	How to Use Hair Removal Cream on Your Face	Hair removal cream is a great way to get rid of unwanted facial hair. Before you apply the cream to all of your facial hair, do a patch test on a small section to make sure it won't irritate your skin. If the patch is fine, wash your face and apply the cream to any hair you want to remove. Use the spatula that came with the cream, a cotton swab, or your fingers. After you've applied the cream, wash your hands so the chemicals don't irritate your skin. After 5 to 10 minutes, or whenever your hair comes off with a spatula, wipe the cream off your face. Finish by rinsing your face and applying a moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated.	Read the product label. While the process might seem obvious, it's important to read the directions and make sure you understand them before using the cream. Different brands of hair removal cream have slightly different instructions. Additionally, this will allow you to learn of potential side effects and also check ingredients for anything you may be allergic to. Make sure the cream is designed for facial use. Not all hair-removal creams are meant to be used on the face. You can also look for a cream that's designed specifically for the type of facial hair you're looking to remove, like eyebrow hair or mustache hair. Do a test patch on a small area of skin. Especially if you've never used the product before, you'll want to try it on a small patch of skin before using a significant amount on your face. Follow the instructions and apply the cream to a very small area on your jawline. If you don't notice any reactions or irritations on the area after 24 hours have gone by, it's most likely safe to use it on your face. Wash your face. Your face should be clean and dry when you apply hair removal cream. To properly wash your face, wet it with warm water, apply a cleanser, and then exfoliate your skin. Finally, rinse your face with cool water and pat dry with a clean towel. Apply the cream to your facial hair with a cosmetic spatula. When you purchase hair removal cream, a cosmetic spatula usually comes with it as part of a kit. Squeeze some of the hair removal cream onto the curved end of the cosmetic spatula. Carefully coat all of the hairs you wish to remove with a thick layer of cream. For best results, apply the cream right after showering or towards the end of your shower. If you don't have a spatula, you can also apply it with your fingers or a cotton swab. If you're using the cream to remove unwanted eyebrow hair, outline your eyebrows with a brow pencil first. Then, apply the cream to the hairs that fall outside of the outline you made. Wash your hands immediately. In case you got some of the cream on your hands, it's a good idea to wash them after you're done applying. Give them a quick wash with hand soap and warm water and then dry them off with a clean towel. Leave the cream on for 5 minutes. Most brands of hair removal cream instruct you to leave the cream on for about 5 minutes. However, some brands are different than others, so be sure to double check the label. Also, set an alarm on your phone or use a kitchen timer so you don't lose track of time. Leave it on for a few more minutes if you have thick hair. Don't leave it on for any longer than 10 minutes. Check to see if the hair is coming off. Use a spatula or wash cloth to remove a very small amount of the cream. Take a close look at the area to make sure enough time has passed for the hair to dissolve. Wipe the cream off with a damp washcloth. Once you notice that the hair is coming off, dampen a washcloth with warm water and gently wipe away all of the cream. When you're done, hand-wash the wash cloth to get rid of all of the cream and hair and lay it out on the counter to dry. Splash your face with cool water. Finally, rinse your face with cool water from the sink to ensure that no loose, stray hairs remain on your skin. Pat your face dry with a clean towel. Apply a moisturizer. To keep your skin from becoming dry or irritated, it's a good idea to apply some hydrating face lotion to your skin just after rinsing your face. Massage the moisturizer into your skin in a circular motion. Apply the lotion to your entire face but spend a little extra time on the place where hair was just removed. If you notice any excessive redness, itchiness, flakiness, or other signs of extreme skin irritation, see your doctor and refrain from using the hair removal cream.	Read the product label. Do a test patch on a small area of skin. Wash your face. Apply the cream to your facial hair with a cosmetic spatula. Wash your hands immediately. Leave the cream on for 5 minutes. Check to see if the hair is coming off. Wipe the cream off with a damp washcloth. Splash your face with cool water. Apply a moisturizer.
https://www.wikihow.com/Draw-a-Ship	How to Draw a Ship	To draw a classic ship, first draw the hull of the ship, which should be curved on the bottom and flat on top. Then, add several triangles on top of the ship for the masts before drawing the sails. For the next step, you'll want to include the details of the ship, like windows, flags, and the anchor. Next, erase all unnecessary lines and color in your ship. Finally, draw a jagged line underneath the ship for the sea.	Draw a shape with three edges on the left side and a curve on the right for the back of the ship. Replicate the shape draw earlier, but with a smaller scale and the curve facing the left for the front of the ship. Draw another curve to complete the back of the ship. Draw a series of intersecting lines for the mast. Draw a series of curve shapes for the sails. Draw a set of lines and curves to add the details of the ship. Based on the outline, Draw the main sections of the ship. Add details to the ship such as windows, flags, the sail streaks, and banner. Erase the unnecessary lines within the ship's outline and all around. Draw a wavy or jagged line below the ship for the water. Color your ship! Draw a shape with 4 edges similar to an inverted triangle. Draw two lines that merge at the right end to complete the hull of the battleship. Draw a set of regular and slanted rectangles for the “bridge”. Draw lines connecting the rectangles drawn earlier to complete the “bridge”. Draw curves with cylinders attached for the guns. Based on the outline, complete the battleship and erase any unnecessary lines. Add the details such as windows, a flag at the backside, and the anchor. Draw a rugged, wavy line below the ship for the water. Color your battleship!	Draw a shape with three edges on the left side and a curve on the right for the back of the ship. Replicate the shape draw earlier, but with a smaller scale and the curve facing the left for the front of the ship. Draw another curve to complete the back of the ship. Draw a series of intersecting lines for the mast. Draw a series of curve shapes for the sails. Draw a set of lines and curves to add the details of the ship. Based on the outline, Draw the main sections of the ship. Add details to the ship such as windows, flags, the sail streaks, and banner. Erase the unnecessary lines within the ship's outline and all around. Draw a wavy or jagged line below the ship for the water. Color your ship! Draw a shape with 4 edges similar to an inverted triangle. Draw two lines that merge at the right end to complete the hull of the battleship. Draw a set of regular and slanted rectangles for the “bridge”. Draw lines connecting the rectangles drawn earlier to complete the “bridge”. Draw curves with cylinders attached for the guns. Based on the outline, complete the battleship and erase any unnecessary lines. Add the details such as windows, a flag at the backside, and the anchor. Draw a rugged, wavy line below the ship for the water. Color your battleship!
https://www.wikihow.com/Build-an-Outdoor-Rabbit-Cage	How to Build an Outdoor Rabbit Cage	To build an outdoor rabbit cage, start by deciding on the height, width, and depth of the cage and cut the lumber. Next, build the cage frame and fasten the pieces of lumber together with screws. Then, cut the wire mesh, place it over each opening in the frame, and attach it with a staple gun. Finally, cut plywood to make the solid walls and screw them onto the frame before building and attaching the roof.	Find a well-shaded and protected area of your yard to place the cage in. This should be a spot that is best suited to your rabbit's needs. The location, in combination with the cage itself, will provide the shade the rabbit needs to keep from overheating in the summer and should also keep them out of bad weather in the winter. Rabbits can get heat stroke because they only sweat on the pads of their feet. The only bigger danger than heat to outdoor rabbits is cold. A heater won't work for two reasons: the rabbits will huddle to it (and are more than likely to burn themselves), and it can also start a fire. Design the cage. A basic rabbit cage, also known as a hutch, is simple a box that is raised off the ground. Standard rabbit cages are made of wood and wire, and are big enough for the rabbits to sit up on their hind legs and to stretch out. Decide on the height, width, and depth of the box of the cage. This is a good starting point for your design. Make your enclosure at least five feet deep by six feet long and tall enough for the rabbits to not hit their fuzzy heads on the roof when they jump. If more than one rabbit inhabits the space, make it a couple feet longer. Decide how far off the ground the cage should be. To keep the rabbits from predators, make sure it is at least 3 feet off the ground. The cage is usually long enough to have two sections, in order for the rabbits to have a separate sleeping section. The sleeping section should have solid sides, so that the rabbits can snuggle inside if the temperature gets cold. The roof of the cage can also function as its door, with the roof attached on one side with hinges, so it can be lifted up. It should not be totally flat, as a pitched roof with an overhang will keep rain out more successfully. There is no one way to design the cage but as long as the structure is secure and the inside is big enough for the rabbits, you are on the right path. Gather tools. You will need a saw and a drill, in addition to a staple gun and some snips to cut wire mesh. The saw and drill will help you make the frame and the staple gun and snips will help you to attach the wire to the frame. Additionally you will need a tape measure and pencil to make measurements and mark them. Gather materials. A rabbit cage has all the basic things a house does: a roof, walls, and a floor. However, unlike a house, the roof of a rabbit cage can function as its door and the floor and some of the walls are usually made of wire mesh. Get wire mesh that has gaps small enough so that the rabbits can't get their heads stuck in it. Steel works well, but there are many safe varieties (just make sure it is not lead). You will also need enough wood to build the frame you have designed. While the size of the lumber doesn't really matter, it may be easiest to get basic 2 x 4 lumber from your local lumberyard or home improvement center. Add up all of the measurements from your design in order to figure out how much lumber you will need to build the cage frame. You will also need a tight metal mesh for the bottom of your cage. While much of the floor will be covered in natural bedding material, such as hay, the floor underneath should not be solid. One reason for this is that a mesh floor allows urine to leave the cage, so your rabbit isn't sitting in it. Materials for the roof should include plywood, roofing material, and hinges to attach the roof to the box of the cage. You will also need additional plywood to build a few solid walls on the cage. Alternatively, you can buy an all wire cage from a pet store and then build a frame around it. This will allow you to completely remove the wire cage from the frame in order to clean it. Some sources even suggest using wood pallets as the wood for your cage. You will need to take the pallet apart and reuse the pieces. Cut lumber for your frame. Take the measurement of each piece from your design and then cut a corresponding piece of lumber. It may be easiest to number each piece on your design and then put the matching number on the pieces of lumber after you cut them. Fasten the lumber of the frame together. Work in an organized fashion. You can build the box of the cage first and then attach it to the supports it will sit on afterwords. Start with the box, fastening the pieces of lumber together with screws, so that the finished box is the size you desired. Then build the supports for the box to sit on, making sure that it is tall enough and sturdy enough to keep the box, and bunnies, upright. Remember that you should have an area that has solid sides, so that the rabbits can get away from cold weather and have a cozy place to sleep. Cut and attach the wire mesh. Make sure to cut the pieces of mesh so that they cover each opening in the frame you built completely. You should have four side pieces and one floor piece. Once you have cut all the pieces, grab a staple gun and start attaching the wire. Make sure the rabbits can't slip through the gaps in the staples. If you decided to buy a pre-made wire cage, simply slip it into the frame that you built. Make sure that the wire cage is secure and fits correctly. Cut and attach wood for solid walls. Your solid walls should be made of plywood and can be screwed directly to the framing of the cage on the outside. Your cage will need a few solid walls. The sleeping area of the hutch should have solid walls, so that your bunny can snuggle in and keep warm when the weather is cold. You should also put a solid wall between the main area of the cage and the rabbit's sleeping area. This will ensure that the sleeping area is a completely protected space. You can use plywood for this wall as well but you will need to cut an opening in it that the bunny can easily get through. Build and attach the roof. Cut your plywood to completely cover the top of the cage. Screw the hinges onto the plywood and then onto the frame. Add roofing material to the top of the roof, making sure that the roof will be water tight. You may want to put a security latch on the roof. This will keep the roof from blowing up in a strong wind or predators from opening up the top of the cage and getting your rabbits. Add bedding material, toys, and containers for food and water. You want to make the cage a cozy home for the rabbits, so it needs an abundant amount of bedding and food and water in order to settle in. Toys and other amenities are a plus that will help the rabbit thrive. Once the hutch is all set up you can place the rabbit into its new cage.	Find a well-shaded and protected area of your yard to place the cage in. Design the cage. Gather tools. Gather materials. Cut lumber for your frame. Fasten the lumber of the frame together. Cut and attach the wire mesh. Cut and attach wood for solid walls. Build and attach the roof. Add bedding material, toys, and containers for food and water.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Chili	How to Make Chili	To prepare chili, chop 1 green pepper, 2 onions, and 1/2 cup of celery, and saute them until they're tender. Mix in 2 pounds of ground beef and cook until its brown. Next, pour in two 14 ounce cans of diced tomatoes, one 8 ounce can of tomato sauce, 1 cup of water, 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, and a pre-mixed chili seasoning packet. When the mixture comes to the boil, cover the pot and let it simmer for 1.5 hours. Then, mix in two 15.5 ounces cans of kidney beans and simmer for 10 minutes.	Saute the peppers, onions, and celery until tender. Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of vegetable oil to a Dutch oven or large soup pot. Heat it on medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, and then add 1 chopped medium green pepper, 2 chopped medium onions, and ½ cup (115 g) of chopped celery to the pot. Cook the vegetables until they are tender, which should take approximately 5 minutes. Stir the veggies frequently to prevent them from sticking. You can substitute olive or canola oil for the vegetable if you prefer. Mix in the ground beef and cook until it is browned. After you've sauteed the vegetables for several minutes, add 2 pounds (907 g) of ground beef to the pot. Allow the mixture to cook until the beef is completely browned, which should take 5 to 10 minutes. Drain off the excess fat when the meat is finished cooking. For the best results, use extra-lean ground beef. You can substitute another ground meat, such as ground turkey or chicken, for the beef if you prefer. Just make sure that the meat is cooked through before moving onto the next step. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Once the meat is browned and you've drained the fat from the pan, add two 28-ounce (794 g) cans of diced tomatoes with the juice, an 8-ounce (227 g) can of tomato sauce, 1 cup (237 ml) of water, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of Worcestershire sauce, 1 to 2 tablespoons (8 to 16 g) of chili powder, 1 teaspoon (3 g) of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon (2 g) of ground oregano, 1 teaspoon (2 g) of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon (6 g) of salt, and ½ teaspoon (1 g) of pepper to the pot. Mix the ingredients well to ensure that they're fully incorporated. You can adjust the amount of the chili powder depending on your personal tastes. Instead of using the individual spices, you can also use a premixed chili seasoning packet from the grocery store, which typically contains chili powder, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, and other spices. Bring the mixture to a boil. After you've mixed all of the ingredients together, raise the heat to medium-high. Allow the mixture to come to a boil, which should take approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Leave the pot uncovered as you bring it to a boil. Stir the pot regularly as you heat it to ensure that none of the ingredients stick to the bottom or sides. Cover the pot and simmer for an hour and a half. When the pot reaches a boil, lower the heat to medium-low or low. Place the lid on the pot, and let it simmer for an hour and a half. If you don't have a lid for your pot, you can cover it with a piece of foil or a flat baking sheet. Stir the mixture periodically to ensure that it's cooking evenly. Add the kidney beans and simmer again. Once the mixture has simmered for an hour and a half, pour 2 15.5-ounce (439 g) cans of kidney beans that have been rinsed and drained to the pot. Mix them into the chili well, and let it simmer for another 10 minutes. Don't cover the pot when you simmer the chili with the beans added. Spoon the chili into bowls and serve. When the chili has been simmered for another 10 minutes with the beans, remove it from the heat. Use a ladle to place it into individual bowls and serve. Classic chili is often served with toppings such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, and tortilla chips. Store any uneaten chili in the refrigerator. It should keep for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. You can freeze the chili if you don't eat all of it. Place it in freezer-safe containers, such as plastic freezer bags, in individual serving sizes after it's cooled completely. It will usually keep for 4 to 6 months in the freezer. Heat the oil. Add 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of olive oil to a large, heavy pot on the stove. Turn the heat to medium-high, and allow the oil to heat until it begins to shimmer, which should take approximately 5 minutes. You can substitute canola oil for the olive oil if you prefer. Saute the garlic and onion until tender and fragrant. Once the olive oil is heated, add 1 large, coarsely chopped onion and 6 large, minced garlic cloves to the pot. Cook the onion and garlic until the onion is tender and the garlic becomes fragrant, which should take approximately 5 minutes. Stir the veggies frequently to prevent them from sticking. You can mix chopped celery in to saute with the onion and garlic if you like. Mix in the tomatoes, green chilies, and seasonings and cook. After the onion and garlic have cooked for several minutes, add three 14.5-ounce (411 g) cans of diced tomatoes with the juice, a 4-ounce (113 g) can of diced mild green chilies, 3 tablespoons (24 g) of chili powder, 1 tablespoon (6 g) of ground cumin, and 1 tablespoon (6 g) of dried oregano. Stir well to ensure that the ingredients are fully combined and allow the mixture to cook for 10 minutes so the flavors have time to meld. You can adjust the amount of chili powder to taste. Stir in the beans, peppers, and corn. Once the mixture has cooked for another 10 minutes, add a 15.5-ounce (439 g) can of rinsed and drained kidney beans, a 15.5-ounce (439 g) can of rinsed and drained black beans, 1 chopped green bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, and a 10-ounce (284 g) package of frozen corn kernels to the pot. Mix well so all of the ingredients are combined. You can use any combination of green and yellow peppers that you like. You can also substitute red for one of the peppers. Reduce the heat and simmer until the chili thickens. When all of the ingredients are mixed in the pot, lower the heat to medium-low. Allow the chili to simmer for approximately 35 minutes, or until it is thick. Keep the lid off of the pot to help the chili thicken as it simmers. Make sure to stir the chili occasionally so it cooks evenly. Season the chili with salt and pepper and serve. After the chili has simmered for a half hour or so, taste it. Add salt and black pepper to taste, and spoon it into individual bowls to serve. You can top the chili with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream if you like. It is also delicious spooned over rice. Store any uneaten chili in the refrigerator. It should keep for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. You can freeze the chili if you don't eat all of it. Place it in freezer-safe containers, such as plastic freezer bags, in individual serving sizes after it's cooled completely. It will usually keep for 4 to 6 months in the freezer. Toast the chiles in a pan. Add 6 to 8 dried, whole New Mexico chiles to a large, straight-sided skillet. Heat the chiles over medium-low to gently toast them until they become fragrant. It should take approximately 2 to 3 minutes on each side of the chiles. You can substitute guajillo or pasilla chiles for the New Mexico. You can also use any combination of the three. Make sure not to let the chiles burn or they will become bitter. Soak the toasted chilies in water. After the chiles are toasted, transfer them to a bowl. Cover them with very hot water, and allow the chiles to soak for 15 to 45 minutes or until they are soft. The water that you soak the chiles in doesn't have to be boiling. Use the water from your tap's hottest setting to soak them. Drain the chilies and remove the seeds and stems. Once the chiles are soft, remove them from the water. Use a sharp knife to cut off the stems and split the chiles open to take out the seeds. Handling hot chiles can irritate your skin and eyes. It's a good idea to wear rubber gloves when cutting the chiles open. Running the chiles under water can help rinse out the seeds. Be careful not to rinse away any of the flesh, though. Combine the chilies, cumin, black pepper, some salt, and some water in a blender. After you've removed the stems and seeds, add the chiles to a blender with 1 ½ teaspoons (3 g) of ground cumin, ½ teaspoon (1 g) of freshly ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon (18 g) of kosher salt, and ¼ cup (59 ml) of water. Puree the mixture until it forms a smooth, slightly liquid-y paste. Set the paste aside. If the mixture is too thick, you can gradually mix more water into the paste. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender's pitcher with a spatula to ensure that all of the ingredients are fully blended. Heat the oil and brown the beef in two batches. Heat 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of vegetable oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of 2 ½ pounds (1.1 kg) of boneless beef chuck that's been trimmed and cut into ¾-inch (19-mm) cubes, and lightly brown the meat on at least two sides, which should take about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked meat to a bowl, and repeat the process with another 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of the oil and the rest of the meat. Transfer the cooked meat to a bowl. Make sure to swirl the oil throughout the skillet so it is fully greased. Be careful not the burn the meat. If you suspect that it might be cooking too quickly, lower the heat. Saute the onion and garlic. Allow the skillet to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before returning it to the stove on medium low heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of oil, ⅓ cup (50 g) of finely chopped onion, and 3 large, minced cloves of garlic to the skillet, and saute the onion and garlic for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir the onion and garlic periodically as you saute them to ensure that they cook evenly. Stir in in the stock, water, and masa harina. Once the onion and garlic have sauteed for several minutes, add 2 cups (473 ml) of beef stock, 2 cups (473 ml) of water, and 2 tablespoons (14 g) of masa harina to the skillet. Whisk the ingredients together to ensure that there are no lumps. Masa harina is a finely ground corn flour. You can usually find it in the Mexican or international foods aisle at the grocery store. Mix in the chile paste and cooked beef and simmer. After you've mixed in the stock, water, and masa harina, add the chile paste that you made earlier and the cooked beef to the skillet. Raise the heat to high, and bring the mixture to a simmer. If there are any juices in the bowl with the cooked beef, add them to the skillet as well. As you stir the chile paste and meat into the skillet, make sure to scrape the bottom to lift any browned bits and mix them in as well. Reduce heat and cook the mixture for 2 hours. When the mixture begins to simmer, turn the heat down to low. Allow the mixture to cook for about two hours or until the meat is tender but still slightly firm. Keep the lid off to allow some of the liquid to evaporate. This will help the chili thicken. Stir the mixture periodically as it simmers to ensure that it cooks evenly. Add the brown sugar, vinegar, and salt to taste and simmer again with the lid off. After the mixture has simmered for a couple of hours, mix 1 tablespoon (13 g) of firmly packed dark brown sugar, 1 ½ tablespoons (22 ½ ml) of distilled white vinegar, and more salt to taste into the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer for another 10 minutes. It's normal for the chili to appear to have too much sauce even after simmering. The next step will help absorb some of it. Remove the chili from heat and allow it to stand. When the chili has finished simmering, turn off the heat. Let it stand for about 30 minutes, or until the meat absorbs approximately half of the sauce in the pan. Adjust the consistency and seasonings of the chili if necessary. After the chili has had a chance to stand for a half hour, stir it to determine if the consistency is right. Taste it as well to see if you want to add more of any of the seasonings. If the chili seems too dry, mix in more broth and/or water. If the chili seems too liquidy, turn the heat back on and allow it to simmer until it thickens further. Mix in additional salt, brown sugar, and/or vinegar to suit your taste. Reheat the chili and ladle it into bowls to serve. Turn the heat back on under the skillet to low or medium-low and reheat the chili gently. When it's warmed through, transfer it into individual bowls and serve the chili with a lime wedge and spoonful of sour cream. Store any uneaten chili in the refrigerator. It should keep for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. You can freeze the chili if you don't eat all of it. Place it in freezer-safe containers, such as plastic freezer bags, in individual serving sizes after it's cooled completely. It will usually keep for 4 to 6 months in the freezer. Saute the onions until they are tender. Pour 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil into a large heavy-bottomed pot, and heat it on medium-high heat. Add 1 medium chopped onion, and cook it until it is tender, which should take approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Stir the veggies frequently to prevent them from sticking. You can substitute canola oil for the olive oil if you prefer. Mix in the garlic, cumin, cloves, and cayenne. After you've sauteed the onion, add 1 minced clove of garlic, ¼ teaspoon (½ g) of cayenne pepper, ⅛ teaspoon (¼ g) of ground cloves, and 2 teaspoons (6 g) ground cumin to the pot. Let the mixture cook for another minute. You can add more cayenne pepper if you would like the chili to have more of a spicy kick. Stir in the green chilies, dried oregano, and jalapeno. When you've cooked the onion mixture for another minute, add two 4-ounce (113 g) cans of chopped green chilies, 1 ½ teaspoons (3 g) of dried oregano, and 1 finely chopped jalapeno pepper to the pot. Mix well so the ingredients are fully incorporated. You can substitute a serrano pepper for the jalapeno if you prefer. Add the chicken and chicken stock and bring to a simmer. After you've mixed in the chiles and oregano, stir 3 cups (375 g) of diced, cooked chicken and 3 cups (709 ml) of chicken stock into the pot. Raise the heat to high, and allow the mixture to come to a simmer. If you don't want to cook your own chicken, you can use a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store. Remove it from the bone and dice or shred it before mixing it in. Lower the heat and simmer for another 5 minutes. Once the mixture comes to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and place a lid on the pot. Allow the chili to cook for another 5 to 10 minutes or until the chicken is warmed through. Mix in the beans and cook for another 15 minutes. When the chili has simmered with the chicken mixed in, add two 15.5-ounce (439 g) cans of white beans that have been drained. Allow the mixture to cook for another 15 minutes. You can leave the lid off the pot when you simmer the chili for the final time. Season the chili to taste and top with the cheese to serve. After you've simmered the beans with the chili, taste it. Add in more salt and pepper if necessary before ladling the chili into bowls. Top the bowls with some shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and serve. You can also top the chili with chopped tomato, chopped scallions, cilantro, guacamole, and/or tortilla chips. Store any uneaten chili in the refrigerator. It should keep for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. You can freeze the chili if you don't eat all of it. Place it in freezer-safe containers, such as plastic freezer bags, in individual serving sizes after it's cooled completely. It will usually keep for 4 to 6 months in the freezer.	Saute the peppers, onions, and celery until tender. Mix in the ground beef and cook until it is browned. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover the pot and simmer for an hour and a half. Add the kidney beans and simmer again. Spoon the chili into bowls and serve. Heat the oil. Saute the garlic and onion until tender and fragrant. Mix in the tomatoes, green chilies, and seasonings and cook. Stir in the beans, peppers, and corn. Reduce the heat and simmer until the chili thickens. Season the chili with salt and pepper and serve. Toast the chiles in a pan. Soak the toasted chilies in water. Drain the chilies and remove the seeds and stems. Combine the chilies, cumin, black pepper, some salt, and some water in a blender. Heat the oil and brown the beef in two batches. Saute the onion and garlic. Stir in in the stock, water, and masa harina. Mix in the chile paste and cooked beef and simmer. Reduce heat and cook the mixture for 2 hours. Add the brown sugar, vinegar, and salt to taste and simmer again with the lid off. Remove the chili from heat and allow it to stand. Adjust the consistency and seasonings of the chili if necessary. Reheat the chili and ladle it into bowls to serve. Saute the onions until they are tender. Mix in the garlic, cumin, cloves, and cayenne. Stir in the green chilies, dried oregano, and jalapeno. Add the chicken and chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat and simmer for another 5 minutes. Mix in the beans and cook for another 15 minutes. Season the chili to taste and top with the cheese to serve.
https://www.wikihow.com/Sign-Up-for-Medicare	How to Sign Up for Medicare	To sign up for Medicare, you must be at least 65 years old and employed for 10 years in a Medicare-covered workplace. If you meet this criteria, you'll automatically be enrolled in Medicare Part A, which is basic hospital coverage, and receive your card in the mail. You can also enroll in Part B, which offers more comprehensive coverage, by filling out the enrollment form on the Social Security Office's website. If you prefer, visit your local Social Security Office in person to sign up.	Find out if you are eligible. American citizens who are 65 years of age and older are generally eligible for Medicare. You also need to have lived in the United States for at least five calendar years prior to receiving benefits. You also need to have been employed for 10 years in a workplace that was covered by Medicare. If you are not sure if that's you, you can contact your employer to ask. If you meet the above criteria, you likely will not have to do anything to receive your coverage. Typically, a Medicare card will be mailed to you prior to your birthday. You may qualify for Medicare if you are under 65 but have specific medical ailments. If you have End Stage Renal Disease, you qualify. You are also eligible if you have received Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) for more than 24 months. If you suffer from ALS, you can receive Medicare after only one month of SSDI. Learn about Parts A, B, C, and D. There are several different parts to Medicare insurance. Part A is basic hospital coverage, and this is what adults 65 and older will automatically be enrolled in. Part B is more comprehensive medical coverage, and you may have to enroll in this plan. It is optional, and you do not have to participate. If you are a former railroad employee and are receiving benefits from the Railroad Retirement Board, you will automatically be enrolled in Parts A and B. If you are permanently disabled or have ALS, you automatically get Parts A and B. Part C is called the Medicare Advantage Plan and is more comprehensive than Parts A and B. This is optional, but you must be enrolled in Medicare to enroll in Part C coverage. It is available through private insurance companies. Part D is also provided through private insurance companies. Like Part C, it is optional. Part D covers prescription medications. Contact the Social Security Office. Once you have determined your eligibility, it is time to make sure that you are enrolled in Medicare. The Social Security Office handles Medicare enrollments. The easiest way to have your information processed is to use the online form provided by the Social Security Office. No documentation is required, and it should take you less than 10 minutes to apply. If the Social Security Office needs further information, they will contact you. Otherwise, you can expect to receive your Medicare card in the mail. If you do not want to enroll online, you can visit your local Social Security Office or call them to make an appointment with a Social Security representative. Updating your plan. Although most people will automatically be enrolled, some might have to sign up for Medicare. If you are not receiving Social Security benefits (for example, because you are still working), you will need to sign up for Parts A and B. Also, if you live in Puerto Rico and want Part B, you will need to enroll. To update your plan, enroll, or make any changes, you can contact your local Social Security Office or use the online forms. Know what is covered. Before you agree to any medical procedures (such as scans or lab work), check to see if your treatment will be covered by your Medicare plan. Each Part offers different coverage, so it is important that you read about what your particular plan offers.You should also check to make sure that your doctor's office accepts Medicare--most do. You can find out whether a specific treatment is covered by reading the provided material. You can get this at the Social Security Office or online when you enroll. There should be someone at the doctor's office or hospital who is familiar with Medicare. Ask to speak to that person, and they should be able to tell you whether or not what you need done will be covered. Follow current events. Since Medicare is a program of the federal government, it is subjective to changes. Sometimes legislation can affect things like coverage and premiums. Make sure to stay current on the news relating to health care. If you think there has been legislation that may affect you, you can ask your insurance provider or the Social Security Office for more information. Consult your doctor. Your doctor (and his support staff) are one of the most important health care resources that you have. Talk to him about any concerns you may have. For example, if he recommends a procedure that is not covered by Medicare, find out if this is an essential medical necessity. Medicare does not dictate that you only see one doctor. You should feel free to get a second opinion if you are not comfortable with the options being provided. Learn the history. Medicare is a pretty complex program. When you're trying to understand how it impacts you, it can be useful to learn about the history of the program. Medicare was implemented in 1965, due to a concern that the elderly had no other way to receive affordable health care. As priorities and the economy shifts, benefits have been added and taken away. This is why it is a good idea to stay current on legislation that could affect the program. Know why it is important. Many people of retirement age do not have much flexibility in their income. Unfortunately, this is also the time of life when more medical problems start to occur. Millions of Americans rely on Medicare to receive basic health care. Without the programs, a large percentage of Americans would be without any type of health insurance. Practice civic responsibility. Many political candidates argue that cutting Medicare is one way to help revive the economy. While this would save money, it would also prevent many Americans from receiving necessary medical treatments. If this is an issue that is important to you, take it into consideration when you vote for elected officials. Candidates should be happy to provide you with information regarding their views on Medicare and health care in general.	Find out if you are eligible. Learn about Parts A, B, C, and D. Contact the Social Security Office. Updating your plan. Know what is covered. Follow current events. Consult your doctor. Learn the history. Know why it is important. Practice civic responsibility.
https://www.wikihow.com/Hire-a-Lawyer-When-You-Have-Low-Income	How to Hire a Lawyer When You Have Low Income	If you need to hire a lawyer when you have low income, start by searching online for your local legal aid office. Alternatively, visit the American Bar Association site to see if you qualify for free legal help through pro bono programs. If you can't find a free attorney, get a list from the bar association of lawyers who will work with a sliding-scale fee system or accept payment plans. You can also look online for legal hotlines in your state, but keep in mind these hotlines are usually limited to specific issues like domestic violence or employment discrimination.	Look into federally funded legal aid programs. There is a large network of legal aid programs that operate on federal grants. Legal aid programs employ lawyers and paralegals to offer free services to people who are eligible. If you need help with divorce proceedings, employment issues, landlord and tenant issues, and a number of other legal problems, legal aid programs are an excellent resource. To qualify for legal aid, your income must be below a certain number. The definition of "low income" varies from state to state. In many states, your income must be below the federal poverty line. You can find that information here. To find out if you qualify, contact your local legal aid office. To find a legal aid office, look online or look up "legal aid" in the phone directory in your area. Find a local pro bono program. Bar associations often offer free legal help through pro bono programs. Lawyers willing to work for free, or "pro bono," are matched with people who qualify for free legal advice. There are also nonprofits dedicated to providing pro bono legal help to those in need. Research pro bono programs in your area by looking online or contacting a legal aid office to get a referral. In order to qualify for a pro bono program, you may be asked to prove that your income is below a certain amount. Many local bar associations also offer programs that reduce or eliminate legal fees. They may also have a referral service that includes a free initial consultation with an attorney. Contact your local bar association, or visit the American Bar Association for more information. Many private law firms also have pro bono departments. These programs usually focus on specific community issues, such as police misconduct, civil rights issues, or suits against the government. You can do a web search to find a private firm in your area by searching for “private law firms + pro bono work.” LawHelp.org also has a search feature for free legal aid programs in your state. Contact a self help legal clinic. Many states have free self help clinics designed to provide free legal advice to anyone who asks. Some clinics accept questions in person, while others accept questions submitted online. The questions are typically answered by lawyers or paralegals. In many, but not all, cases the process is confidential. Self help clinics are good resources when you have a question or two about the process you need to undertake, or which forms to fill out. However, they are not a substitute for actually retaining a lawyer who can help with your case. To find a self help program, call your local courthouse or look online. If you find a program that accepts questions in person, arrive as early as you can to ensure that you are helped. Most of the programs held by courthouses focus on specific legal issues, so make sure that you attend the right program for help with your particular issue. For example, some courts might run a “domestic relations clinic” that can help you with matters like uncontested divorces and child support modifications. These programs may also help you find a low-cost lawyer if the program cannot legally represent you. District courts may hold programs that help with will planning, personal injury, landlord-tenant law, and debt collection. If the program is held at a civil court, it will not likely be able to help you in criminal issues. Call a legal hotline. Legal hotlines provide advice for people in specific situations, such as victims of domestic abuse. In some cases the advice is free, and in other cases it is very low cost. Do a search for legal hotlines in your state, and find one that will give advice appropriate to your situation. It's important to call a hotline in your state of residence. The laws differ from state to state, so you might get the wrong advice if you call a hotline in another state. For example, many bar associations in Texas run a “Legal Line” on certain days of the week. These hotlines can help victims of domestic violence, people facing employment issues, and the elderly. See if a local law school has a clinic program that offers free legal services. Many law schools run legal clinics in order to give the law students experience. Clinics can take general civil or criminal matters, or they can be geared toward one type of legal case, such as a foreclosure relief clinic or a domestic violence clinic. Legal help in the clinic is usually offered by law students who are supervised by experienced law professors. The law students themselves are not licensed attorneys. However, they are heavily supervised by experienced lawyers who will make sure that everything on your case is done correctly. To find a legal clinic, look on the websites of law schools in your area. Get a court-appointed lawyer. If you are the defendant in a criminal case, you have the right to an attorney. If you can't afford to hire a private attorney, you might be eligible to get a court-appointed defense attorney. You'll need to provide information about your income to show that you aren't able to hire a private attorney. The first time you appear in front of the judge, you will be asked whether you are represented by an attorney. If you answer no, you'll be asked whether you want a court-appointed attorney. From there, the procedure for working with the court-appointed attorney varies from state to state. Look for a sliding-fee program. If your income is too high to qualify for free legal services, there are sliding-fee programs with affordable attorney fees. Each state has a set of programs designed to help people with moderate income handle legal issues without having to pay thousands of dollars. To find a program in your state, contact your state's bar association or search online to find out more. Work out a payment plan with a lawyer. Some lawyers are willing to work out a payment plan so that you don't have to pay all of the fees at once. You may be able to work out a plan to pay a certain amount every month until everything you owe has been paid. It's up to the individual lawyer to decide whether to make this option available. Lawyers are not required to provide a payment plan. When you first contact a lawyer, before you go to his or her office for an in-person meeting, ask whether the lawyer will consider accepting a payment plan. Make sure you know exactly what to expect before meeting in person Whether you end up wanting to retain the lawyer's services or not, you're likely to be charged for that first meeting unless the lawyer specifies a free initial consult. Explain your situation to the lawyer in question, give him/her your financial statement, and discuss what you need done. Find out if you can pay a contingency fee. This means that you only pay the lawyer if the case swings in your favor. He or she will get a percentage of the money you are awarded. If the case is lost, you won't owe any lawyer fees. Contingency fee arrangement percentages vary, but a third is common. However, if you are thinking of entering into a contingency fee arrangement, know that you may be responsible for expenses even if you do not owe fees. Make sure that you understand what expenses you may be responsible for upfront. For example, many attorneys will ask you to cover filing and service fees upfront. Most lawyers will take personal injury cases (injuries caused by careless drivers, property owners, or healthcare providers) on contingency. Contingency fee arrangements vary, but between 30-40% is common. In some cases, such as criminal, divorce, or bankruptcy cases, lawyers are not permitted to charge contingency fees. In some cases, attorneys will charge you an hourly rate. However, others (especially lawyers for criminal cases) will charge you a flat one-time fee. Consider hiring a younger lawyer. Younger lawyers are up to date on the most recent legal developments, but they may have fewer clients. This means they'll have more time to devote to your case. They may charge less because they are less in demand and have fewer years of experience. Younger lawyers are also more likely to need to “make a name” for themselves. This means they are likely to spend a lot of energy to represent you as aggressively as they can. Be aware that younger attorneys are less experienced, and often have fewer resources to handle big cases. Ask your young lawyer how much experience he or she has handling cases like yours. Ask if he or she participated in a clinic, internship, or a volunteer lawyer project while in law school. These experiences will have given him or her experience and qualifications that equip him or her to handle your case. Consider paying in property or barter. A lawyer may accept payment in the form of property, as long as that property is not a part of the case you are asking him or her to take. Many lawyers may also accept barter services, such as web design or accounting, in exchange for their representation. If you own your own business, you can offer the lawyer free services in exchange for their representation. You could even offer a stake in the business, if the case is very significant. You cannot pay with property or barter if the business or property is involved in the litigation you're seeking help with. For example, if you and your spouse jointly own a business and you are seeking a divorce, you could not offer to pay your lawyer with services from that business because your spouse also has an interest in the business. Make sure to get any property or barter agreements in writing. Make the terms very clear. For example, if you are exchanging tax preparation services in exchange for legal representation, make clear how long you will provide your services (e.g., two years, three years, etc.). Interview several options. If it's possible, try to interview several candidates to represent you. You may have a lower income, but you are still entitled to representation that you believe will serve your best interests. You should feel comfortable with your attorney, and interviewing him or her before hiring anyone will help you determine that. Ask about fees and payment upfront. If the attorney is not forthcoming or does not answer the questions to your satisfaction, look elsewhere. Ask who will do the work. It is useful to know whether the attorney you are interviewing will do most of the work. In some cases, junior attorneys and/or paralegals can handle much of the legal “legwork” for a cheaper rate. Ask if this is an option to help you save money. Ask about the attorney's qualifications and experience. Ideally, the attorney should have some experience in handling matters similar to yours. At the very least, they should have the proper qualifications to handle your case, such as training in property or divorce law. Ask questions about the arrangement. You should have a perfectly clear understanding of the terms on which you're hiring the attorney. In other words, what will they do for you? What will happen if they are unable to resolve your case in the way you want? What will you pay, in what method(s)? If your attorney does not answer these questions to your satisfaction, do not sign any agreement. Ask for further clarification, or find another attorney. Clarify what, exactly, you will be charged for. For example, some lawyers may charge for any communication with you, including a phone call or email. Understand all of these charges and get them in writing. Agree to a set rate. If you can get your attorney to agree to a set rate, it will give you peace of mind during your case. A set rate means that you will know what you have to pay, and when. Be sure to clarify any “hidden” expenses in this rate. Copying costs, postage fees, expert witness fees, etc., may be required for your case. They are not included in an attorney's fee. Usually, the client is responsible for these expenses. Offer to do any work you can yourself. Some expenses, such as copying costs and charges for time to file papers, may be avoided if you offer to do that work yourself. See if your attorney will allow you to volunteer your own time to help when possible to cut costs. Consider whether a contingency fee arrangement will work for you. Contingency fees can be helpful if you have been injured or harassed and do not have money to hire a lawyer upfront. They are not available for criminal, family law, bankruptcy, immigration, business, or intellectual property cases. If the case is settled quickly or a large amount of money is recovered, you may feel as though the attorney didn't have to work hard enough for you. The attorney will still be entitled to whatever percentage you agreed on. If your settlement is not as high as you had hoped, you still have to pay your attorney the agreed-upon percentage. If the case goes on for a long time, which is quite common, the attorney may end up feeling frustrated by the duration and expense of the case. Avoid obvious scams and cheats. Most attorneys are ethical people who provide good representations to their clients. However, there will always be a few who are looking to scam you, or who will not adequately represent you. Consider the following when choosing an attorney. Do not hire a lawyer who has solicited you. If a lawyer contacts you without your permission or expressed interest, do not hire him or her. It is against the Legal Rules of Professional Conduct for a lawyer to contact you if you have not expressed interest in his or her services, or given him or her permission to contact you. Attorneys are not allowed to pressure you into any fee arrangement. They should give you time to consider any arrangement you may. Do not hire a lawyer who pressures you to make any agreement. Ask for the lawyer’s background and credentials. If the lawyer will not share these details with you, do not hire him or her. Verify your lawyer's background and credentials with the local or state bar association. You can verify the information your lawyer has given you and check whether s/he has any ethics violations or disciplinary actions on his or her record. The American Bar Association has a directory of state and local bar associations. If the lawyer has been disciplined multiple times or suspended, you should generally avoid hiring him or her. If you wish, you can ask for an explanation of their conduct and make your choice then. Do not hire an unethical attorney. Don't hire an attorney who encourages you to do anything illegal or unethical. For example, a lawyer who suggests that you lie in statements or on paperwork should be avoided. Never hire lawyers who make unethical offers themselves. Also avoid attorneys who make specific promises about the results of your case. It is unethical for a lawyer to promise you that s/he will get a specific result for you if you hire him or her. An attorney cannot base the quality of representation on how much you pay. An attorney should never claim that the result of a case could change if you pay a different amount. For example, if a divorce attorney tells you that your case will have a greater chance of success if you pay for his/her “platinum” package vs the “basic” package, do not hire that attorney. This behavior is unethical. Attorneys are required to fully and competently represent you if they accept you as a client.	Look into federally funded legal aid programs. Find a local pro bono program. Contact a self help legal clinic. Call a legal hotline. See if a local law school has a clinic program that offers free legal services. Get a court-appointed lawyer. Look for a sliding-fee program. Work out a payment plan with a lawyer. Find out if you can pay a contingency fee. Consider hiring a younger lawyer. Consider paying in property or barter. Interview several options. Ask questions about the arrangement. Agree to a set rate. Offer to do any work you can yourself. Consider whether a contingency fee arrangement will work for you. Avoid obvious scams and cheats. Do not hire a lawyer who has solicited you. Ask for the lawyer’s background and credentials. Do not hire an unethical attorney.
https://www.wikihow.com/Cure-Cast-Iron	How to Cure Cast Iron	To cure cast iron, warm the cookware slightly over the stove. Then, use a cloth to apply a thin layer of olive oil, shortening, or lard all over the cookware, including the exterior. Use a clean cloth to wipe away the excess oil. Place a lid on the pan and put it over low heat. Wait 5-15 minutes to check for haze under the lid, increasing the temperature until you see it. Remove the pan from the heat to cool. Apply another coat of oil, and place it on the heat for an hour. Repeat this curing process 2 times before scrubbing the cast iron with table salt and rinsing.	Clean the cookware. It doesn't have to be 100 percent bare metal––scrape it off with a metal implement and then scrub repeatedly with small amounts of baking soda and soap until it stops making the soda black. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Pick a neutral, food-grade oil with which to season your cookware. Vegetable oils like sunflower, safflower, "light" olive oil and canola are suitable. These oils are ideal because of their chemistry and high smoke point - they will produce the hardest temper. Shortening and lard can also help you successfully cure cast iron. Shortening or lard might work best while curing. Warm your cast iron cookware up a little bit, if you wish. It's important to not warm the cookware so much that it makes it unable to be touched. Warming up your cookware before the application of oil or shortening can make the application easier. Apply a thin layer of oil or shortening onto your cast iron cookware. You can do this by placing a bit of oil or shortening onto a cloth or paper towel and rubbing it across the cookware's surface. Be sure to cover all sides of the cookware, including the exterior parts. Use a clean cloth or paper towel to wipe off extra oil or shortening. The cast iron cookware should look as if all the oil or shortening has been wiped away. In reality, a thin coat will remain on the cookware, and this layer will cure the cookware. Choose between oven or stove curing. Each method is explained following. Use aluminum foil to protect your oven. Many people who season their cast iron cookware line a cookie sheet or the bottom of their ovens with aluminum foil so that the oil that drips off of the cookware will not touch the oven itself. Place your cast iron cookware into your oven. You can choose a temperature anywhere between 350 to 500 Fahrenheit (176 to 260 Celsius). The perfect temperature depends on the size of your cookware and the amount of time you intend to cure it for. Allow the cookware to heat for about half an hour. Turn the oven off and allow the cookware to cool. Take the cookware out of oven and remove any excess oil or shortening that may have presented during the initial heating. Put the cookware back into the oven, except this time, put it in upside down. Reheat the cookware for at least 1 hour. Let the cookware cool down to room temperature before removing it again. Consider repeating the seasoning process a few more times. Repeating the process of seasoning can result in thicker seasoning layers. Cover the cookware with a lid. This could be a lid from the actual cookware or one borrowed from something else, such as a wok. Place the cookware on a matching-size element on the stove. Start with a low heat and make sure the pan is evenly seated. Every 5-15 minutes check for a light hazy smoke under the cover. If there's no smoke, increase the heat slightly. When increasing the heat slightly ceases to make the pan smoke, remove the pan from heat but leave the heat on. You found your ideal curing temperature. After the pan has cooled, apply another thin coat, cover, and let sit for an hour at the ideal temperature you found. Do this a total of two more times (three coats in total). Finally (and from now on after every time you cook), scrub it out with a plastic brush and regular table salt. Then rinse thoroughly, towel dry, and apply a thin coat of your favorite cooking oil. The salt helps clean, sanitize, and preserves the temper by providing iodine which anchors the oil esters.	Clean the cookware. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Pick a neutral, food-grade oil with which to season your cookware. Warm your cast iron cookware up a little bit, if you wish. Apply a thin layer of oil or shortening onto your cast iron cookware. Use a clean cloth or paper towel to wipe off extra oil or shortening. Choose between oven or stove curing. Use aluminum foil to protect your oven. Place your cast iron cookware into your oven. Allow the cookware to heat for about half an hour. Turn the oven off and allow the cookware to cool. Take the cookware out of oven and remove any excess oil or shortening that may have presented during the initial heating. Put the cookware back into the oven, except this time, put it in upside down. Reheat the cookware for at least 1 hour. Let the cookware cool down to room temperature before removing it again. Consider repeating the seasoning process a few more times. Cover the cookware with a lid. Place the cookware on a matching-size element on the stove. Every 5-15 minutes check for a light hazy smoke under the cover. When increasing the heat slightly ceases to make the pan smoke, remove the pan from heat but leave the heat on. After the pan has cooled, apply another thin coat, cover, and let sit for an hour at the ideal temperature you found. Finally (and from now on after every time you cook), scrub it out with a plastic brush and regular table salt.
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Dyshidrotic-Eczema	How to Treat Dyshidrotic Eczema	You can relieve the discomfort of dyshidrotic eczema at home by putting a chilled, wet cloth on the affected area for at least 15 minutes, 2 or 3 times a day. You can also get relief and speed up the healing process by putting aloe vera gel on the irritated area. To minimize inflammation and itching, put some oatmeal on your skin or use an oatmeal-based soak. While your skin is healing, use an ointment such as petroleum jelly or mineral oil on it to lock in moisture. If your skin is extremely itchy, take an antihistamine for extra relief.	Use cold and wet compresses to relieve irritation. Cold compresses can help relieve the itching and/or burning sensation caused by eczema. Cold therapy can also reduce the inflammation of the blisters and help numb the irritated nerve endings with generate pain. Soak a clean, soft cloth in cold water and put it in the fridge for a few hours before wrapping around your inflamed hands or feet. Wrap your inflamed skin with the cold compress for at least 15 minutes, two to three times daily or as needed. To make the cold compress last a little longer, place crushed ice in a small plastic bag and wrap it with a soft cloth before applying to your skin. Avoid soaking your inflamed hands or feet in ice — it may give relief initially, but it can cause shock to your blood vessels and lead to frostbite. Apply aloe vera. Aloe vera gel is a popular herbal remedy for inflamed and irritated skin. It has a strong ability to not only soothe irritated itchy skin and reduce tenderness caused by dyshidrotic eczema but it also significantly speeds up the healing process. Aloe vera also has antimicrobial properties, which is helpful if your eczema is triggered or exacerbated by fungal or bacterial infections. Applying aloe vera multiple times per day for the first few days after you notice redness and irritation on your hands or feet can make a significant impact on combating eczema. Aloe Vera contains polysaccharides (complex sugars) that help to hydrate the skin and keep it moisturized. It can also trigger the production of collagen, which gives skin its elasticity. If you have an aloe plant in your garden, break off a leaf and apply the thick inner gel/juice directly to your irritated skin. Alternatively, buy a bottle of pure aloe gel from a pharmacy. For best effects, place the gel in the refrigerator and apply it after it becomes cool. Consider applying oatmeal. Oatmeal is another home remedy for soothing irritated skin. It works fairly quickly to reduce inflamed and itchy skin. Oat extract contains compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties, which is helpful to soothe skin inflicted with eczema. Thus, make a batch of oatmeal (not too thick), cool it down for a few hours in the fridge and then apply it directly to your inflamed skin, allowing it to dry. Rinse it off with some running water, but do so gently because oatmeal also acts as a mild exfoliator and you don't want to further irritate your skin. As an alternative, buy finely ground oatmeal (sold as colloidal oatmeal in health food stores and pharmacies) and mix it with cool water in a small basin or foot bath and soak your hands or feet for 15-20 minutes on a daily basis. As a money-saving idea, make your own finely ground oatmeal by pulverizing a handful of instant or slow-cooking oatmeal in a blender until it has a smooth, fine consistency. You'll find that the finely ground oatmeal mixes with water much better. Keep your skin moist by applying thick ointments or creams. Heavy ointments such as petroleum jelly (Vaseline), mineral oil or vegetable shortening are commonly recommended for eczema because it holds moisture in the skin and provides a layer of protection from potential irritants. Alternatively, creams such as Eucerin and Lubriderm are thicker than most lotions and may also be similarly helpful, although they will have to be reapplied more often than ointments because they get absorbed quicker. Moisturize your skin throughout the day, particularly after taking a bath or shower, to keep water sealed in and to prevent skin dryness/cracking. If the eczema is particularly itchy and irritating, consider applying some hydrocortisone cream. Over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream (less than 1%) is helpful for quickly reducing pain and swelling. Take the time to massage the cream or ointment into the crevices between your toes and/or fingers, as those are the areas often affected by dyshidrotic eczema. Take antihistamines to reduce itchiness. Over-the-counter antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) or loratadine (Claritin, Alavert, others) can help relieve the itching and inflammation response that's characteristic of eczema. More specifically, antihistamines block the action of histamine, which is produced during allergic-type reactions. Reducing the amount of circulating histamine tends to minimize the expansion (dilation) of small blood vessels beneath the skin, which reduces redness and itchiness sensation in the skin. Antihistamines can cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision and confusion — so don't drive or operate heavy machinery while on histamines. Reduce the temperature of your baths and showers to prevent dryness. Hot water baths and showers can help promote dryness and skin irritation because the higher temperature water is more effective at removing the natural oils that protect your skin. As such, cool or lukewarm baths and showers are a better idea for eczema. Spending at least 15 minutes in a cool bath on a regular basis can actually help to hydrate your skin because the skin is quite absorbent. However, hot baths tend to pull water from your skin, especially if you use bath salts. An Epsom salt bath is usually not recommended for eczema (despite its antiseptic benefits) because it draws water out of the skin. Buy a shower nozzle filter that filters out chemicals that can irritate the skin, such as chlorine and nitrites. Use gentle soaps and natural cleaning products. Regular soap can dry out and irritate the skin of some people with eczema, so select soap with natural ingredients that are fragrance-free and contains natural moisturizers (vitamin E, olive oil, aloe vera). Hypoallergenic cleansers formulated for sensitive skin (Neutrogena, Aveeno) are also a good idea for those with eczema as they can be less drying. Remember to never scrub your skin too vigorously with a washcloth or loofa when cleaning your eczema skin. In fact, some detergents, household chemicals and compounds found in soaps, shampoos, cosmetic products, and perfumes are known to trigger dyshidrotic eczema — similar to triggering an allergic reaction. You don't need to apply soap all over your body (like when showering), just in the places where the skin is dirty (like your armpits, under your breasts, and your groin). Scrubbing soap all over your body can lead to unnecessary irritation and flare-ups. Avoid scratching your skin. For inflamed skin and blisters to heal properly, especially any open sores or blisters, avoid scratching your eczema skin. Friction and pressure from scratching will worsen your condition and cause additional skin inflammation and redness. It will also increase the risk of bacterial or fungal infections. Be sure to keep your nails cut short to avoid breaking blisters if you unconsciously scratch yourself. Consider wearing thin cotton gloves and/or socks to prevent from scratching the skin in those locations. Get the blisters properly treated. If your dyshidrotic eczema is quite severe and involves lots of fluid-filled blisters, don't pick at them or squeeze them. Instead, go see your doctor and have them properly treated. Your family doctor may treat you directly or refer you to a dermatologist (skin specialist). Regardless, the doctor will likely apply some antibiotic cream and dress the blisters properly with sterile bandages, so as to limit the risk of infection, minimize scarring and promote healing. If the blisters are particularly big, the doctor may drain them first. Change the bandages daily (or immediately if they get accidentally wet and dirty), but remove them carefully so as to minimize skin irritation. When the blisters do break open, apply an antibiotic ointment to the area and cover loosely with another clean bandage. Your doctor may also consider other potential causes of your skin condition. Other skin conditions that can mimic dyshidrotic eczema include fungal infection, bacterial infection, scabies, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and chickenpox. Ask your doctor about a prescription corticosteroid cream. Because they modify the body's immune response, cortisone, prednisone and other corticosteroids are thought to decrease the redness, irritation and itchiness of eczema. Corticosteroids also have strong anti-inflammatory properties. Prednisone is stronger than cortisone and is often the better choice for eczema — it decreases skin inflammation by reversing the size of capillaries beneath the skin and suppressing the immune system's inflammatory response. Wrapping the treated area in plastic wrap can improve absorption of corticosteroid cream and help blisters disappear quicker. If your eczema is severe enough, your doctor may recommend oral steroid therapy (pills) for several days in order to combat the inflammation and discomfort. Long-term side effects of corticosteroid therapy include thinning of the skin, edema (water retention) and compromised immune response. Consider immunosuppressant creams. Immune system suppressing creams and ointments, such as tacrolimus (Protopic) and pimecrolimus (Elidel), may also be helpful for severe eczema — particularly for people who want to avoid the side effects of corticosteroids. As their names imply, these medications suppress the body's immune response to the irritant that causes eczema, which means less inflammation, redness, and itchiness. However, these drugs can increase the risk of skin infections and even skin cancer, so use them as a last resort. Immunosuppressant creams and ointments are not appropriate for children and pregnant women. Suppressing your immune system can make you more susceptible to infectious diseases, such as the common cold and flu. Experiment with phototherapy. If other treatments aren't effective for your eczema, your doctor may recommend a kind of light therapy that combines exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light with certain drugs that help make your skin more receptive to the UV radiation. Phototherapy appears to work by increasing vitamin D production in the skin and killing any causative microorganisms on the skin — the effects are reduced inflammation, less itch and faster healing in about 60 to 70% of people. For treating skin conditions, narrowband ultraviolet B (UVB) light is the most common type of phototherapy. Broadband UVB phototherapy, PUVA (Psoralen and UVA) and UVA1 are other forms of phototherapy that are sometimes used for treating eczema. Phototherapy avoids the UVA portion of sunlight, which is very damaging to the skin and can accelerate aging and increase the risk of skin cancers.	Use cold and wet compresses to relieve irritation. Apply aloe vera. Consider applying oatmeal. Keep your skin moist by applying thick ointments or creams. Take antihistamines to reduce itchiness. Reduce the temperature of your baths and showers to prevent dryness. Use gentle soaps and natural cleaning products. Avoid scratching your skin. Get the blisters properly treated. Ask your doctor about a prescription corticosteroid cream. Consider immunosuppressant creams. Experiment with phototherapy.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-Job-at-Walmart	How to Get a Job at Walmart	If you want to get a job at Walmart, visit the Walmart careers website to browse openings. When you find a job you want to apply for, go to Walmart's online hiring center and create an account with your personal details to send your application. You'll need to provide your past job history, professional references, and a summary of your career achievements in your application. After you complete the application form, take a 30-minute online test, which will ask you how you would engage with customers. Once you've completed the test, call the hiring manager at the store you applied to to make sure they've received your application. If the manager likes your application, they'll call you in for an interview. Afterwards, you'll need to take a drug test.	Browse job openings. Go to https://careers.walmart.com/ to easily browse jobs by location and department. Because Walmart can train you to do just about any job, apply for as many positions as you can. Not limiting yourself will increase your chances of getting hired. Create credentials online. Go to https://storejobs.wal-mart.com/HiringCenter/createAccount to register for Walmart's online application. Type in your email address in the user name field and create a password to create an account. Complete the application. Go to https://careers.walmart.com/stores-clubs/walmart-store-jobs to complete an application. Set aside about one hour to complete your application for the first time. You can reapply every 60 days and some of your information will be saved. Things to have on hand: Job history for the past ten years. Professional references with phone numbers. Career accomplishments. Complete the assessment. After you fill out the basic application, you will have to take a 65 question test that lasts about 30 minutes. The test covers how you interact with coworkers and guests. It may cover math skills and reading comprehension depending on the position you apply for. Choose answers that show a positive attitude. If questions ask how strongly you agree or disagree, do not pick neutral answers. Call the store you applied to. If you applied to a retail store, It's a good idea to call them and ask to speak to a hiring manager. Explain that you applied online and you want to make sure they received your application. Pass your first interview. You will likely be interviewed in a group setting, during this first round. Dress professionally, look neat and polished, but most importantly be prepared to answer questions. Rehearse answers to common interview questions like: “How did you handle a difficult situation in the past?” “What did you do to change something you didn't agree with at your previous job?” Go for a second interview. If you made it to the second interview, congratulations! That means you beat out other people and you have a good chance at landing the job. Be ready to answer more questions like the ones from the first interview. Show the hiring managers good character traits by the way you answer. Pass a background check. Walmart conducts credit, criminal and personal background checks. Your hiring manager may only call your references or they may conduct a more extensive check, depending on the position you applied for. Pass a drug test. You must pass a urine test that screens for any controlled substances in your system. Don't do drugs and stay clean. Walmart conducts periodic tests, even after you get hired. Keep your schedule open. When you fill out your application and even when you talk to hiring managers, be as flexible as possible with your schedule. Don't be passed over because you can only work certain times or days. Go network in-store. After you apply online, go to the store you applied to work at and try to talk to anyone you can. Explain that you applied for a position and highlight your strengths in that position. If you applied to be a stocker, talk about how you like to stay busy. Find a manager if you can. Be very friendly. Walmart likes to know that the people they hire will be nice and friendly to their customers. Smile when you go in for your interview and always show off a positive attitude. Apply to multiple stores. Increase your chances of getting picked by applying to positions in surrounding areas. You don't have to limit yourself to just Walmart either. Apply to Sam's Club, since it's the same company. Keep in mind how far you can drive back and forth to work on a regular basis.	Browse job openings. Create credentials online. Complete the application. Complete the assessment. Call the store you applied to. Pass your first interview. Go for a second interview. Pass a background check. Pass a drug test. Keep your schedule open. Go network in-store. Be very friendly. Apply to multiple stores.
https://www.wikihow.com/Remove-Super-Glue-from-Your-Skin-(Petroleum-Jelly-Method)	How to Remove Super Glue from Your Skin (Petroleum Jelly Method)	If you've got super glue on your skin, you can safely remove it at home using petroleum jelly. Start by rinsing your skin with warm, soapy water for at least 15 minutes to loosen the glue. Then, apply a generous amount of petroleum jelly to your skin and rub it gently until the glue comes off. You might need to repeat the process a few times to get it all. Once you've removed the glue, wash your skin with soapy water again and dry it with a clean towel. If you still can't get rid of the glue or your skin becomes irritated or infected, go to your doctor as soon as possible.	Assess the situation. So long as the super glue isn't on or inside of your eyes or inside of your mouth, you can safely remove super glue at home. If you have super glue on any of these other regions, see your doctor or visit an emergency room or urgent care as soon as possible. A doctor can most effectively remove super glue from the sensitive eye areas. In most cases, super glue will solidify on contact with saliva. You can rinse out your mouth copiously with water, but it's advisable to see a doctor as soon as possible. Flush skin with soap and water. Before you begin any measures to remove super glue with petroleum jelly, rinse off your skin copiously with warm, soapy water. This can help to loosen the super glue and prepare your skin for removal. You can use any mild soap to flush your skin. Ensure that the water isn't too hot when rinsing your skin so that you don't burn it. Use a thermometer to check the water temperatures. Optimal temperatures for water are between 36 and 40 degrees. Remove any contaminated clothing. As you flush off your skin, take off any clothing on or around the affected area. This can help ensure that you don't get any more super glue on your skin. Rinse skin for at least 15 minutes. Wash any clothing or shoes before you put them on again. Gently dab the affected skin dry so that you don't irritate it. Rub petroleum jelly on the affected area. Apply a generous amount of petroleum jelly to the skin stuck with super glue. This can help to further release the product from your skin in an effectively and painless manner. Gently rub the petroleum jelly over the affected area. Do this until the product comes off of your skin. If you don't have any petroleum jelly, you can use vegetable or mineral/ baby oil or even products such as lip balm that contain petroleum jelly. If you have super glue on your lips and are using petroleum jelly, be sure to not pull your lips apart, instead rolling or peeling your lips apart. Make sure to gently peel super glue from other areas of your skin as well. Wash and dry affected skin area. Once you've removed the super glue on your skin, wash and dry the affected area. This can help to remove any debris or residue that has remained on your skin. Use mild soap and warm water to wash just as you did before you used the petroleum jelly. Repeat process as necessary. If the super glue is particularly stubborn and won't come off, simply repeat the washing and petroleum jelly process as necessary. If repeated attempts don't successfully remove the super glue or your skin becomes irritated or infected, seek medical treatment immediately. Apply warm compresses. Putting a warm compress on the affected area may help soften your skin, making removal of the super glue easier and potentially less painful. Warm up one glass of water to a comfortable temperature that won't burn your skin. Dip a soft cloth in the water and put it on the affected skin. Hold the compresses on for 30 seconds before trying to remove the super glue. Employ an oil on your skin. You can use a variety of oils to help remove super glue from your skin. From vegetable to almond oils, these may help get rid of super glue residue on your skin as effectively as petroleum jelly. You can use any type of oil including vegetable, olive, almond, baby or mineral oil. Pour the oil on a piece of cloth or gauze and rub it on your skin for a couple of minutes. Make sure to be gentle so that you don't further irritate your skin. Administer lotion to the affected skin. Lotions may also effectively remove super glue and its residue from your skin. Apply a small amount to the affected area to begin getting rid of the product. You can use a cloth or your hands to apply the lotion to the affected skin. Gently rub it and it should easily peel super glue from your skin. You can use most types of lotion, though emollient hand lotions may be the best and most gentle options. Consider using acetone. Many people have successfully removed super glue with acetone or nail polish remover. Be aware that while this can effectively get rid of super glue on your skin, it can also irritate your skin, and should probably only be used when other methods don't work. Do not use acetone anywhere near your eyes or mouth. Only use acetone on smaller skin surfaces that have super glue. Exfoliate the affected skin. Use a nail file or skin buffer to gently exfoliate the affected area. This may also remove stubborn or lingering super glue on your skin. You can use nail files or emery boards, or even skin exfoliators such as loofahs. In addition, simple table salt can work as an exfoliant. Wet the area with water and rub the salt into the super glue until it forms a paste. This can help loosen the glue and lift it from your skin. Be as gentle with these products as possible, as they are likely to irritate your skin from repeated rubbing. Seek medical treatment. If you are unable to remove the super glue from your skin after repeated treatments, seek medical treatment as soon as possible. This can help prevent infection as well as remove the lingering adhesive from your skin. If you skin shows any signs of infection or severe inflammation, see a doctor immediately. You should also see a doctor immediately if you get super glue on or in your eye, or in your mouth.	Assess the situation. Flush skin with soap and water. Remove any contaminated clothing. Rub petroleum jelly on the affected area. Wash and dry affected skin area. Repeat process as necessary. Apply warm compresses. Employ an oil on your skin. Administer lotion to the affected skin. Consider using acetone. Exfoliate the affected skin. Seek medical treatment.
https://www.wikihow.com/Teach-a-Child-to-Read	How to Teach a Child to Read	To teach a child to read, read to them every day using an energetic, engaging tone of voice. As you read each word, point to it so your child can associate the sound of the word with the way it looks on the page. Help the child sound out words by syllable and use flashcards to teach them sight words. After you read a story, have your child read it to you and help them with harder words. Read the same stories several times until your child can read them fluently.	to the child. Read Make reading part of the routine every day. It is never too early to start reading to a child. Reading to infants has even been shown to lead to early brain development and improves language, literacy and social skills. Use an energetic tone. An engaging storyteller will help to keep the child interested in the book. Even if the child is too young to understand the story, your voice can express happiness, sadness, anger, or many other emotions that will give the child some context to go with the pictures. Point to each word as you read. Make sure the child is able to see your finger pointing to each word as you say it. Even if it does not seem like he understands the words, he will begin to realize that the squiggly lines on the page are related to the words that are spoken. You don't have to just stick to the story. You can pause and use rich vocabulary to describe the pictures, or voices to describe the character. This will help stimulate the child's imagination, too. Ask the child questions about the story. Pause while reading to get the child involved in the story. Keep the questions simple. For example, if there is a dog in the story, you can ask the child what color it is. This will help the child to learn to process the story better and lead to better reading comprehension. Give him some books. In order to teach the child to read, having plenty of books to explore will help to spark an interest in reading. Board books and cloth books are great for infants and toddlers. These books will hold up better than paperback or hardcover copies, and the thicker pages make it easier for children to turn the pages. As the child gets a bit older, focus on rhyming books like Dr. Seuss or books that have songs like "Barnyard Dance" or "Snuggle Puppy" by Sandra Boynton. Get a library card. Take the child on regular visits to your local library. Go to the children's section and let the child pick the book he wants to read. Once a week on a set date (Friday after school for example) is also a good way to get into a structured routine. It's alright if he is a bit too old for the book or has already read it. When he is a bit older, let him check out the book at the front desk, but always under your supervision. Set a positive example by reading books. If a child notices that you are enjoying a book, he will be more likely to develop an interest in reading as well. Try to read around them for about 20 minutes each day. If the child gets curious about what you're doing you can tell him about the book you are reading, or take the opportunity to ask if the child would like to find a book to read. Teach the alphabet. To begin the process of reading the child will need a solid understanding of the alphabet. In addition to singing the alphabet, the child should develop an understanding of letter shapes and sounds. Start with an alphabet book. Make it fun by playing games. You can get some alphabet letters for the fridge, or cut out a bunch of letter shapes and decorate them with objects that begin with each letter. For example, cut out a letter S shapes and have him decorate it by gluing sunflower seeds or applying star stickers. Build phonemic awareness. Phonemic awareness is the process of associating letters or letter shapes with the corresponding sounds. Children will need to learn the 44 sounds made by the 26 letters of the alphabet. You can use a list of phonemes and help the child learn to correlate the sounds with the letters of the alphabet. Teach the child how to pronounce each phoneme. Focus on one letter at a time and teach the child how to pronounce them correctly. Say the letter, then tell him the sound it makes. For example, "the letter A makes an ah sound. Then give him examples of words that start with that sound such as apple or ant. There are a lot of great apps that have fun games to help teach a child phonemic awareness, many of them such as ABC Genius and Build A Word Express are even free to download. Help the child sound out words. Once the child can identify the first sound of one syllable words, teach him to add the ending. Use a picture to break up the letters and make each individual sound, then ask the child what the word is. This will help him to understand how each of the sounds created by letters will work together to form words. Have the child practice sounding out the words in the same way. Put one syllable words together in a two or three word sentence. Have the child practice reading the sentence by sounding out each word. Try working with some of the pages in the Spot series by Eric Hill. They have many sentences of short, one syllable words. Once he has the hang of sounding out one syllable words, add another syllable. Keep challenging the child to sound out longer words. Teach sight words. Sight words are any short, common words that a child will see often. Some examples of common sight words include plant, father, their and here. Many of these words are difficult to sound out. The best way for a child to learn these words is through repeatedly seeing the word in the context of a sentence and alongside the object it represents. There are a number of books that focus on teaching sight words. Often times books with sight words will indicate that on the cover. Use cards with sight words on them and help the child put them alongside the objects they represent. Eventually the child will begin to associate the written word with the object on their own. Use flashcards to teach sight words. Show the child the card and pronounce the word. Spell it out and use it in a sentence. Then go through and have the child say the word, spell the word and use the word in a sentence. Repeat until the child can identify all the cards. Play games to help the child learn, like bingo. Mark the spaces on a bingo board with sight words, then call the words out. The child must identify the word on his card and mark it. Point out word families. Word families are groups of words that rhyme. Make sure the child notices words that rhyme, such as cat, pat, hat. Once, the child sees the words written and hears the similarity of sounds he will begin to identify the at sound and how it appears when written. Ensure that the reading area is quiet, free of distractions, and comfortable. Turn off any televisions or electronic devices that could cause the child to lose focus. Put away any toys that might be too tempting to play with. Begin by reading the book aloud. Choose and read aloud a paragraph, or a page of a book. If you start the reading, this helps to set the tone for enjoying the reading activity together. You will also be giving them a good example of fluent reading so the child can hear how the story should sound. Ask your child to read for you. As your child reads, he will pause on words he is not familiar with. When your child pauses, immediately provide the word for him and let him move on. Underline or circle in pencil the words he initially cannot read. Go back and review any incorrect words and help read the words correctly. Read the same stories several times. With practice, the child will be able to correctly read more words each time through. By going over the same words again and again, the child will eventually be able to read the story more fluently. The words will be easier to decode and the child will need to stop and sound them out less often.	to the child. Use an energetic tone. Point to each word as you read. Ask the child questions about the story. Give him some books. Set a positive example by reading books. Teach the alphabet. Build phonemic awareness. Help the child sound out words. Teach sight words. Ensure that the reading area is quiet, free of distractions, and comfortable. Begin by reading the book aloud. Ask your child to read for you. Read the same stories several times.
https://www.wikihow.life/Fix-a-Leaking-Shower-Head	How to Fix a Leaking Shower Head	To fix a leaking shower head caused by clogging, start by turning off the water supply to your shower head. Next, remove the shower head faceplate or the entire shower head from the rest of the shower fixture. Fill a large container with white vinegar and immerse the faceplate or shower head in it for 8 hours. Then, stick a toothpick into each hole of the faceplate to remove the loosened debris and scrub the faceplate clean with a stiff plastic brush!	Turn off the water supply to your shower head. At first you can just turn the shower off at the knob if you are just replacing the head or inspecting it. A leaking shower head can be caused by clogged holes, resulting from lime and other mineral deposits that build up in the holes over time. If you're unsure what could be causing your leaking shower head, start here. It's a simple, cheap fix that doesn't require you to take apart your entire shower fixture. Shut off your water supply before you get started. You can do this in one of two ways: locate and turn off the shutoff valve to the bathroom or turn off the main water line. It will probably be easier on your household to turn off the water supply directly to the bathroom instead of cutting off the supply to the entire house. While not all homes have a shutoff valve to the bathroom, if there is one it can usually be found somewhere near the shower or in the basement. Remove the shower head faceplate or the entire shower head. Because you'll have to soak and scrub the parts of the shower head that have the lime and mineral deposit buildup, you'll have to remove it from the rest the shower fixture. Unscrew just the faceplate, if you can. If you can't, then remove the entire shower head from the fixture. How you go about doing this depends on the make and model of your shower head. In a typical disassembly, look for screws surrounding the shower head faceplate or the shower head itself to undo. Once the screws are undone, twist counterclockwise or pull the faceplate or shower head to remove. Immerse the faceplate or shower head in white vinegar for 8 hours. Purchase or obtain a container large enough to hold the faceplate or shower head. If you have more than one bathroom that you and/or your family can utilize, you could otherwise use the bathroom sink, if it's large enough. Fill your container or sink with white vinegar with some coarse salt. The amount of vinegar you use should be enough to fully cover the faceplate or shower head. Set a timer for 8 hours, or calculate 8 hours from the time you set the faceplate or shower head in the vinegar. While it's soaking, the vinegar will work to dissolve the buildup and deposits. Manually remove leftover deposits. After 8 hours, the lime and other mineral deposits have dissolved. Now you'll need to remove it. First find a toothpick or a nail small enough to fit in the shower head holes. Stick the toothpick or nail into each hole of the faceplate to remove the debris. Then scrub the faceplate clean with a stiff plastic brush. You can also use an air compressor to gently blow out debris. Check to see if the leaking shower head is fixed. To determine if unclogging the shower head holes has fixed your leaking shower head, attach the faceplate or shower head back in place. Turn back on the water supply to the shower head, and ensure the faucet is turned off. If you no longer notice a leak, then you've solved your problem. If your shower head is still leaking, then consider another possible reason for the leak. Turn off the water supply to your shower. A leaking shower head can also be caused by a worn out rubber washer. Over time the washer, or “O ring,” starts to crack. Water seeps through those cracks, resulting in a leaking shower head. Replacing this washer will solve the problem. Shut off the water supply to your bathroom, which you can find either near your shower or in your basement, if you have one. O rings should be maintained by applying lubricant. If your shower faucet is a compression faucet, meaning it has two faucet handles to separately control the cold and hot water, you'll need to feel the water leaking from your shower head to determine if the leak is coming from the cold-water valve or the hot-water valve. This will let you know which faucet you'll have to work on. Determine which rubber washer needs to be replaced. You can either replace the rubber washer in your shower head or in your shower faucet. The type of shower faucet you have will help to determine which rubber washer needs to be replaced. If you have a compression faucet, also referred to as a two-handle faucet, then you'll likely need to replace the rubber washer that's inside the faucet. If you have a single-handle faucet, then it's likely the rubber washer located inside of the shower head is the one that needs to be replaced. Replace the rubber washer in your shower head. To replace the rubber washer in your shower head, start off by taking the shower head apart. While different brands of shower heads are built differently, there should be a collar nut attached to the shower arm. The collar nut looks like a regular metal nut, but it extends lengthwise. It has a neck, or rather a collar, that's typically about 1.5 times it's diameter. Protect the fixture with a rag and, using a wrench, loosen that collar nut to separate the shower head from the shower arm. Once removed, look beneath the shower head's swivel ball to find the rubber washer. The swivel ball is a metal fixture that attaches directly to the shower head, and is what allows the shower head to move around. Look for a metal fixture that somewhat resembles a large nut with a metal ball on the end. If you can rotate it like you would a shower head, then you've found the swivel ball. When you locate the rubber washer, pull it off, and then replace it with a new rubber washer of similar size and style. To ensure that the new washer works properly, it should look practically identical to the old washer. Be careful to get a washer of the same thickness as this could lead to leaking over time. Replace the rubber washer in your faucet. Disassemble the appropriate faucet handle by unscrewing it. (The temperature of the leaking water should let you know whether you should be working on the hot or cold faucet handle.) Depending on the style of your faucet this screw may be in plain sight or hidden behind a cover cap. If your faucet is an older model, look for the screw to be exposed on either the front or side of your faucet. If it's newer, use a tiny pocket knife to lift the cover cap to expose the screw. Once the screw is removed, pull the handle hard to pull it off of the faucet body. You may need a faucet puller to do this, if you're unable to do it by hand. Once the handle is off, remove the trim and sleeve that covers the faucet stem. Then use a deep socket to unscrew the faucet stem. The faucet stem is held down by a hex nut, so you'll need to use the deep socket to unscrew the hex nut. The hex nut is simply a nut with six sides. A shower valve socket wrench is made specifically for this. Now you can replace the rubber washer. If you've purchased the faucet washer kit, you can also replace the flat washer at the end of the stem and the seals. Reassemble the shower parts and check to see if the problem’s fixed. If you changed the rubber washer in your shower head, connect the shower head back onto the shower arm, and turn back on your water supply to confirm whether the leak has been fixed or not. Be sure you just screw the shower head on snugly and do not over tighten. If you changed the rubber washer in the shower faucet, then begin putting your shower faucet back together starting with the faucet stem. Use a little bit of plumber's grease on the threads where the stem will go, then screw the stem back on. Put the handle back in place, but don't screw it on until you've confirmed the leaking shower head is fixed, which you can test by cutting your water supply back on. Turn off the water supply to your bathroom. A diverter valve allows the water to switch from the bathtub faucet to the shower head. Over time, this valve can weaken and become clogged by sediment buildup. A malfunctioning diverter valve will leak even when water should be flowing through the bathtub faucet. You can fix a diverter valve by cleaning it, but it is usually better to just replace it. Start by shutting off the water supply either through the valve to the bathroom or through your home's main supply. Unscrew and remove the faucet handle to expose the diverter valve. Locate the screw to your faucet handle, which should either already be exposed or which may be hidden under a cap. You can remove the cap using a tiny pocket knife. Take out the diverter valve. To remove the diverter valve, you'll have to separate the valve assembly from the hex nut on the faucet stem by unscrewing it. If you have difficulty unscrewing the valve, wrap a vinegar soaked rag around the components for a short period to break up any limescale build up. WD-40 may also help to remove buildup. Clean the diverter valve or replace it. With the diverter valve free, you can now clean it using a small stiff wire brush and white vinegar. Once you've removed all sediment buildup, check the valve for wear and tear. If you don't see any, let the valve sit out to dry. If you see cracks throughout the diverter valve, replace the valve assembly. Reassemble the faucet handle and determine if the leaking shower head is fixed. Reverse the previous steps to reassemble the faucet handle. Before you screw it back on, turn on the water supply to see if the leaking shower head is now fixed. Turn off the water supply to your shower. In a one-handle shower faucet, a malfunctioning cartridge valve could be the reason for your leaking shower head. If the less-intrusive solutions to fixing your leak problem haven't worked, then you may need to replace your faucet's cartridge valve. Before you begin, shut off the water supply to your shower, either by shutting off the valve supplying water to your bathroom directly or by turning off the main supply of water throughout your house. Remove the faucet handle and expose the cartridge stem. Locate and loosen the faucet handle screw, which may be exposed or located beneath a cap on the handle. Once the screw is removed, you can pull off the handle. Pulling off the handle may be difficult if the handle is pretty set. And if it is, try warming the handle with a hair dryer if you have one. If you don't have a hair dryer at your disposal, or if the hair dryer simply isn't working, head to your local hardware store to purchase a handle puller. Once the handle is off, remove the stop tube, unscrew the cartridge retaining clip using a small screwdriver or awl (hold onto it well, it tends to spring off), and then remove the handle washer. You should then be able to see the cartridge stem. Remove and replace the cartridge. The method you'll use to remove the cartridge will differ by manufacturer. There may even be a cartridge removal cap with the new cartridge you've purchased. In a typical removal, you'll want to first unscrew the hex nut that covers the cartridge stem. Untwist the cartridge stem and then remove it with pliers. If the pliers aren't working, you'll need to use a cartridge puller. Fit the puller over the cartridge stem and twist to unscrew it gently. Once it's loose, use pliers to remove it. Insert the new cartridge in its place, and screw it in. The new cartridge should be identical to the old one. Reassemble the faucet handle and check to see if the leaking shower head is fixed. Reverse the steps used to disassemble the faucet handle. Once everything is back in place, but before the handle has been fully screwed on, turn back on the water supply to the shower to make certain your shower head is no longer leaking.	Turn off the water supply to your shower head. Remove the shower head faceplate or the entire shower head. Immerse the faceplate or shower head in white vinegar for 8 hours. Manually remove leftover deposits. Check to see if the leaking shower head is fixed. Turn off the water supply to your shower. Determine which rubber washer needs to be replaced. Replace the rubber washer in your shower head. Replace the rubber washer in your faucet. Reassemble the shower parts and check to see if the problem’s fixed. Turn off the water supply to your bathroom. Unscrew and remove the faucet handle to expose the diverter valve. Take out the diverter valve. Clean the diverter valve or replace it. Reassemble the faucet handle and determine if the leaking shower head is fixed. Turn off the water supply to your shower. Remove the faucet handle and expose the cartridge stem. Remove and replace the cartridge. Reassemble the faucet handle and check to see if the leaking shower head is fixed.
https://www.wikihow.com/Wear-Medals-on-Civilian-Clothes	How to Wear Medals on Civilian Clothes	To wear your medals on a formal jacket, first adjust the ribbons so that each medal measures 4 inches from the bottom of the medal to the top of the ribbon. Then, mount up to 5 medals on a bar brooch attached to your left lapel. Arrange your medals in order of seniority from right to left. In the United States, you can also use a lapel pin to represent your highest ranking medal.	Know when to wear your medals. Veterans, retirees, and active service members can wear military medals and awards on their civilian clothes during events and gatherings with a military theme. This can include military-oriented days of celebration, like Veterans Day and Memorial Day in the United States or Remembrance Day in Canada. Other ceremonial events that you can wear medals at include parades, military presentations, general veterans or military meetings, and funerals. You should only wear medals on civilian clothes when those clothes are still formal attire. Do not wear medals on casual civilian clothes, even during a military event. Consider the options. You can wear your full size medals, miniature medals, or lapel pins. Each option can be appropriate. Enameled lapel pins represent a single medal or decoration. In the United States, there are lapel pins that represent every medal and many award ribbons. Usually, you only wear one lapel pin, and that pin can represent either your highest award or an award that has special meaning to you. Lapel pins are only worn on the lapel of a blazer. For more formal attire, full size or miniature medals are usually more appropriate. Each full size medal has an equivalent miniature medal. Miniature medals create a less cluttered appearance, but the choice between full size and miniature medals is entirely a personal one. While it is not a rule, miniature medals are usually worn during very formal events, especially those held in the evening and requiring full evening dress or dinner dress. Full size medals are most typically worn on morning dress or formal daytime attire. Wear official medals on the left, using a metal bar. Your medals should be worn over the left lapel or the left breast pocket of a formal jacket or coat. Medals are mounted on a metal holding bar or bar brooch, and that bar is attached to the lapel. The center of the holding bar should be parallel to the ground. The most senior medal should be on the right side of the bar in the position furthest away from the left shoulder. The remaining medals should be worn in order of seniority, with the least senior medal on the left side of the bar, nearest the left shoulder. Commemorative or nonofficial awards, when worn, should be placed on the right side. You can only wear one row of medals. The row should not extend past the center of the body or the seam of the left arm sleeve. Note that you should not wear a pocket handkerchief when wearing your medals. Only wear your own medals. Regardless of the occasion, you should only wear medals that were awarded to you. Never wear medals or awards that were granted to another person, even if that person was a close relative. Limit the number of medals. There is no strict rule governing the number of medals to be worn, but as a general guideline, you should try to limit the number to an amount that can be placed on the holding bar without overlapping. Typically, this means wearing no more than five medals side-by-side. If you have more medals than you are permitted to wear based on the guidelines outlined for each specific style of dress, wear the orders and decorations that are the most senior or advanced. On rare occasions, you may need to wear more medals and may need to let them overlap. When overlapping medals, the furthest medal on the left should be at the bottom, with each medal to the right progressively and slightly overlapping the one before it. The right medal, which is also the most senior, should be completely visible. Keep the length of ribbons in check, as needed. The length of the ribbons attached to your medals will need to vary for each medal since each medal is of a different height. The overall length when measured from the top of the ribbon to the bottom of the medal should be 4 inches (10 cm), however. The bottom edge of each medal should be aligned with the other medals. Run the medal ribbon through the ring or clasp on the medal. This clasp should be in the middle of the ribbon. Place the doubled ribbon over the top of the mounting bar, then back down through the slot. Sew the back portion of the ribbon to the bar using the stitch holes provided. Wear your medals with standard black tie attire. In this case, black tie attire could also be referred to as dinner attire. It's the type of formal attire used for most ceremonies and events, and you can wear most of your medals with this type of attire. Place any medals, badges of orders, or decorations on a metal bar placed over the left lapel of your jacket. You can wear one star on the left breast of the jacket, as well. If you have one, you can wear one neck badge suspended by a miniature ribbon. The badge should fall out just below a bow tie or below the knot of a long tie. Arrange the medals appropriately for white tie attire. White tie apparel, also known as evening dress, is the most formal of civilian attire. Since this attire is only worn for very special occasions, you can wear more of your medals with it than you can with standard black tie attire. Wear up to four stars on the left breast of your tailcoat. Wear any miniature medals, decorations, and badges of orders on a metal bar positioned on the left lapel of the coat. If desired, you can wear one neck badge suspended on a miniature ribbon of an order below your bow tie. If you have a broad riband sash or shortened riband, wear it over the appropriate shoulder designated by the type of sash. Keep it in between the waistcoat and tailcoat. Know the proper way to arrange medals on morning dress attire. Morning dress is the most casual civilian attire you can wear your medals with. This dress style includes any suit or clothing you would wear to formal daytime events. Medals are rarely worn with morning dress, but there are times when the person organizing a daytime event will specify that you should wear your medals. As with other styles of dress, wear your medals, decorations, and badges of orders on a metal bar placed over the left lapel of your jacket. You can place up to four stars on the left breast of the jacket, as well. When applicable, you can suspend one neck badge on a full-width ribbon. The ribbon should be worn under the shirt collar. Understand the differences between cultures. Most English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, follow the guidelines presented here. Be aware that protocol can vary in different countries or cultures, though. Always check with an official veterans' affairs resource in your country to verify specific dress procedures, especially if you have any doubt or special concerns. Evening, dinner, and morning attire are formal enough throughout North America and the United Kingdom, but in other parts of Europe, only full evening attire (white tie) offers a formal enough occasion to wear your medals. This is typically true in Italy, France, Germany, and Spain.	Know when to wear your medals. Consider the options. Wear official medals on the left, using a metal bar. Only wear your own medals. Limit the number of medals. Keep the length of ribbons in check, as needed. Wear your medals with standard black tie attire. Arrange the medals appropriately for white tie attire. Know the proper way to arrange medals on morning dress attire. Understand the differences between cultures.
https://www.wikihow.com/Wear-Burgundy-Booties	How to Wear Burgundy Booties	If you want to wear burgundy booties with a casual outfit, try rolling up a pair of loose-fitting jeans to show them off. In cool weather, this look is perfect with a cozy over-sized sweater, or you can wear a tucked-in T-shirt in warmer weather. Khaki shorts with burgundy boots and a graphic T-shirt are perfect for hanging out with your friends, while high-waisted denim shorts and a crop top are a great look for a music fest.	Choose burgundy booties with heels to show off your sophisticated style. High-heeled ankle boots are versatile and eye-catching, perfect for the fashionista who wants to be the center of attention. Choose a high heel for dressier looks or a lower heel to add a little glam without going overboard. Low-heeled burgundy booties will look great with a knee-length pencil skirt and a sleek blouse for a day at the office. Stiletto-heeled boots can glam up a pair of black skinny jeans for a night out. Go with flat ankle boots if you don't like wearing heels. Whether you need more foot support than heels offer or heels just aren't your style, flat-soled burgundy ankle boots can be a great way to incorporate bold footwear into your outfits. Pointed-toe flat boots can almost give off the impression that you're wearing a dressy pair of heels. Try wearing them with a pair of dark grey slacks and a white button-down shirt for a look that's subtle yet stylish. Round-toe boots look more casual. Toss on a pair with boyfriend jeans and a T-shirt for a comfortable weekend outfit. Wear burgundy hiking boots for a rugged look. If you love spending time in the great outdoors but you still want a splash of color in your outfit, look for a sturdy pair of burgundy ankle boots with flat, non-slip soles. Boots with laces or straps will offer extra support if you're hiking or rock climbing. Hiking boots are the perfect shoe to wear with cargo pants, khaki shorts, or even jeans. Opt for embellished boots if you want to add a little sparkle to your outfit. You can choose burgundy booties that are embellished with studs, rhinestones, embroidery, or which are color-blocked in different tones of burgundy. If you're wearing burgundy booties which are embellished, show them off by wearing them with a skirt or a pair of cropped pants. Select plain booties if your style is more minimal. If wearing burgundy shoes is enough of a statement for you, opt for a pair in a solid color without any embellishments. Since your shoes will still be standing out, opt for a pair made from a high-quality material like good leather or suede. Roll up loose-fitting jeans over your burgundy booties on the weekend. Baggy jeans are the perfect way to stay comfortable on your off day, but if you don't want to sacrifice your style, roll them up and put on your burgundy booties. When cuffed, your pants should fall about ⁄ 2 in (1.3 cm) above your boots. If the weather is cool, get cozy in an oversized sweater, boyfriend jeans, and flat burgundy ankle boots. In warm weather, lose the sweater and tuck a T-shirt into your cuffed jeans. Get perfect off-day style by wearing your boots with skinny jeans. Skinny jeans and booties are made to go together. You'll look more casual in light-colored jeans, or you can get a little dressier with dark-colored denim. Skinny jeans usually look best when you tuck them inside of your booties. If they're extra long, you may want to cuff them once before tucking them into your shoes so they don't look bunched up. If you like, you can cuff your skinny jeans so they hit just above the top of your boots. Try folding them up once, or roll them twice if you prefer a smaller cuff. If you're wearing darker denim, try pairing your burgundy booties with a cream-colored or peach shirt. If your denim is lighter, choose a darker neutral like olive green or camel. Show off your artistic side with your burgundy booties, black skinny jeans and a black-and-white striped t-shirt. If you like, you can toughen up the look with a black leather jacket. Wear shorts and burgundy booties for a cool summer style. Ankle boots can make your legs look short, so if you want your legs to look longer, opt for the shortest hem that you're comfortable wearing on your shorts. For a masculine look, knee-length shorts and ankle boots are perfectly appropriate. If you're outdoors on a hike or similar activity, try pairing burgundy ankle-length hiking boots with khaki shorts and a graphic tee. To look cool when the weather is hot, wear black tuxedo shorts with a white T-shirt and burgundy booties with a stacked heel. For a look that's festival-ready, don high-waisted jean shorts, a lace cropped top, and booties. Get casually feminine with a laid-back dress and your burgundy booties. Dresses aren't always reserved for date nights and office meetings. Look for casual dresses made from soft, relaxed fabrics, like cotton or wool knit. You'll be cozy and warm when it's cold out if you wear a sweater dress, leggings, and booties. Whether you're running errands or heading to class, you'll be comfortable and cute in a skater dress and lace-up burgundy boots. Show off your fashionista side in a romper with burgundy booties. Rompers are the ultimate in casual comfort. You get all the cuteness of a dress but you still have the convenience of shorts! An army-green or floral romper would be perfect with your burgundy ankle boots. Don ankle-cut dress trousers and your booties for a preppy look. Ankle-length trousers are flattering on almost everyone, and they're a great way to show off a pair of burgundy ankle boots. Ankle-length houndstooth trousers look great when paired with a tucked-in, long-sleeved Oxford shirt with burgundy patent leather ankle-boots. Pair your burgundy booties with a slinky dress for date night. Your booties will add a tough edge to your girly look, showing your date you're ready to take on whatever the night brings. Try wearing a black slip dress with a pumpkin-colored jacket and burgundy ankle boots with a wedge heel for a sexy color-blocked effect. Opt for a knee-length dress and booties to look great at the office. Office style should be tasteful and subtle, but there's no reason it can't be stylish. A knee-length A-line or wrap dress is office-appropriate and perfect to pair with your favorite burgundy ankle boots. A pretty floral tie-waist dress that hits at or below the knee will look perfect any day of the week when it's worn with a long cardigan and burgundy booties with a slight heel. Wearing separates, like a blouse and a knee-length skirt, is also appropriate to wear to work. Pair your booties with a gown for a look that’s glam and daring. If you're going to an upscale event but you still want to add a little edge to your outfit, wear a long dress and your favorite heeled ankle booties. Try wearing a burgundy lace gown with your burgundy ankle boots for a look that's not too over-the-top. Wear an ankle-length black dress with a high slit and your ankle boots for a dressy outfit that's a little more daring. Opt for a burgundy lipstick to pull the look together. Match your booties with a skirt and top to mix up your favorite pieces. You can wear a variety of different skirt lengths with your burgundy booties, depending on the look you want to create. Keep in mind where you're going and plan your outfit accordingly, whether you're heading out for a date night, office meeting, or a wedding. Wear a midi skirt with burgundy tights and booties for a sleek, slimming look. Try adding a sheer or lacy top to dress up the outfit even more. Update a suit by pairing it with burgundy ankle boots. A suit is appropriate for almost any occasion, but it doesn't have to be stuffy. Your burgundy booties will add a modern twist to any style suit, and they will match almost any color as well. For the most flattering look, the hem of your pants should just touch the top of the boots. A suit with skinny trousers, a solid-colored shirt, and ankle-length boots will make you look like a street-style star. A wide-legged, camel-colored suit with burgundy ankle-length booties can look chic and polished. Burgundy ankle boots can also add a stylish touch to a suit with a skirt.	Choose burgundy booties with heels to show off your sophisticated style. Go with flat ankle boots if you don't like wearing heels. Wear burgundy hiking boots for a rugged look. Opt for embellished boots if you want to add a little sparkle to your outfit. Select plain booties if your style is more minimal. Roll up loose-fitting jeans over your burgundy booties on the weekend. Get perfect off-day style by wearing your boots with skinny jeans. Wear shorts and burgundy booties for a cool summer style. Get casually feminine with a laid-back dress and your burgundy booties. Show off your fashionista side in a romper with burgundy booties. Don ankle-cut dress trousers and your booties for a preppy look. Pair your burgundy booties with a slinky dress for date night. Opt for a knee-length dress and booties to look great at the office. Pair your booties with a gown for a look that’s glam and daring. Match your booties with a skirt and top to mix up your favorite pieces. Update a suit by pairing it with burgundy ankle boots.
https://www.wikihow.com/Shop-Online	How to Shop Online	To shop online, start by searching for the item you're looking for on a search engine, like Google, or directly on a site like Amazon or eBay. Before entering your payment information, check to make sure the website has a padlock icon next to the address, which means the site is secure and your information will be safe. Once you've found the product you want, make sure you factor in the shipping costs and the company's return policy. If you can, use a credit card instead of a debit card to pay online, so you don't risk your bank information being compromised.	Do a web search for your item. One of the most effective ways to quickly find sites that are selling the product you want is to simply search for the product using a search engine like Google, Yahoo!, or Bing. If the product is popular, you will receive several pages of links to shops that offer it. You can use this as a starting point for comparing prices. Look for your product on Amazon. Beyond selling products themselves, Amazon acts as a liaison between you and a massive number of third-party vendors. The companies and people all use Amazon as a way to list products and use the Amazon payment system. This means Amazon and its third-party vendors has one of the largest inventories available on the planet Amazon allows for vendors to sell used goods, so be aware of the product you are buying if you need it new. Check auction sites. For harder to find items, check online auction sites. These are a little more hands-on than simply purchasing from a store, but you can potentially find good deals and rare items if you take the time. See this guide for tips on auction sites. Auction sites have a lot more rules and regulations than traditional stores, and require a fair amount of input from you, the buyer. Make sure that you are familiar with all of the rules and regulations before you begin bidding. Visit market-specific sites. Beyond the big-name stores and auction sites, there are also a variety of marketplaces that cater to specific markets. You may be able to find better deals for what you need, or bulk options that weren't available in the big stores. Don't forget to check the product manufacturer's site as well. You may be able to save some money buying direct from the manufacturer instead of through a retailer. Not all manufacturers have their own online stores. There are a variety of sites that will collect prices from a wide selection of online stores and return a comparison. Look at deal aggregation sites. A lot of forums and sites exist for finding deals on specific items. These sites are mostly geared for specific markets, such as deals on electronics, books, and more. If you aren't looking for specific items but want to stay informed about the latest deals on products that interest you, these are great services. Trust your gut. If you start to feel pressured into a purchase or you feel that the deal may be too good to be true, trust your instincts and avoid the sale. There are plenty of people who offer get-rich-quick schemes and "life-changing" products, but these should all be met with a hefty dose of skepticism. Always read reviews of the seller and the product before making any purchases. Note the shipping costs. Even if you find an amazing deal on an item, it might be offset by what you have to pay to ship it. If the shipping costs are outrageous, ask yourself if it's worth paying to ship as opposed to getting it from the store downtown. Compare the costs of different shipping methods. If you don't need it immediately, you could save yourself a lot of money by picking a slower shipping method. Be especially wary of shipping costs from auction sites. These are set at the discretion of the seller, and unscrupulous senders may hike up shipping to take advantage of customers. Buy multiple items to minimize shipping. If you are purchasing multiple items, try to do so all from the same vendor, and in one purchase. Most vendors will group these into one shipment and many will ship for free over a certain purchase amount. Avoid refurbished items if possible. Refurbished items are often sold for close to the amount of a new one, but have been repaired to be resold. While you may be able to find good deals this way, avoid it if possible. If you are going to be buying refurbished, check the warranty and ensure that the coverage is good in case it fails again. Read the return policy. One of the biggest differences between buying from a brick-and-mortar store and an online retailer is dealing with returns. Make sure that the retailer you are buying from has a comprehensive return policy, and that you understand what you will be responsible for. Many retailers charge restocking fees to process returns. This may be taken out of the amount returned to you. Search for coupon codes. Many retailers will have a field where you can enter promotional codes. These may be store-wide discounts or special deals on specific products. Before you make you purchase, do a web search for coupon codes for that retailer and input any that you find that are relevant to your purchase. Check the site's security. Any site that you make a purchase on should have a padlock icon next to the address when you are in the checkout process. This ensures that your information is encrypted as it is transferred to the Amazon servers, which prevents thieves from being able to read the data. If you don't see the padlock icon, do not purchase from that website. Secure sites will also have "http s ://www.example.com" instead of "http://www.example.com" Use a credit card instead of a debit card. You will have much more security if your account is compromised if you pay with a credit card instead of a debit card. This is because if your debit card information is stolen, the thieves have direct access to your bank account, whereas if the credit card information is stolen, it can all be quickly reversed by the credit card company. Try to use one credit card for all online purchases to help minimize the risk and keep any potential incidents isolated. Never make a purchase on an unsecured wireless network. If you are connected to an unsecured wireless network, any data that you send out from your device is unencrypted until it reaches the router. This means that hackers can "listen in" on your device and the information you are sending and receiving from the internet. If you had to enter a password to join the network, then it is secure and your data is being encrypted. For the most security, only make purchase from a computer on you home network. Vary your passwords. As you shop more online, you will inevitably be creating multiple accounts to use at various retailers. Always ensure that your passwords are different for each store, regardless of inconvenience, because if one store is compromised the thieves would have access to your payment information any store you use. Archive your receipts. Keep a record of all of your purchases so that you can compare your receipts to your bank statement. It will also help to have receipts for legitimate purchases in the event of fraud. You can either print and file your receipts or save them digitally. Shop using a virus-free system. Viruses on your computer can jeopardize your security and send your information to hackers and thieves. To prevent this, make sure that you keep your anti-virus program up to date and perform regular virus scans. See this guide for details on keeping your computer protected against viruses and malware.	Do a web search for your item. Look for your product on Amazon. Check auction sites. Visit market-specific sites. Look at deal aggregation sites. Trust your gut. Note the shipping costs. Buy multiple items to minimize shipping. Avoid refurbished items if possible. Read the return policy. Search for coupon codes. Check the site's security. Use a credit card instead of a debit card. Never make a purchase on an unsecured wireless network. Vary your passwords. Archive your receipts. Shop using a virus-free system.
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Good-Daughter	How to Be a Good Daughter	To be a responsible daughter, do all the chores that your parents expect you to do without having to be reminded. To really go above and beyond, surprise them by doing extra tasks around the house or asking if they need help now and then. For example, you might clear the dishes off the table even if it isn't usually your job. If you have younger siblings, help care for them to take some extra pressure off your parents. You can also show your parents that you're responsible by communicating honestly and openly with them, respecting their rules, and listening actively to what they have to say.	Help around the house. Make sure that you do all your chores without your parents having to remind you. Beyond that, take on extra responsibilities, as well. Clean not only your room, but the common areas like the living room and dining room, too. Your parents will appreciate the extra help. Don't take any shortcuts on your chores. Do a good and thorough job. Keep your eyes open for small things that you can help with like clearing the table after dinner. Help with younger siblings. If you have younger siblings, assist your parents with them. If you can, change their diapers, fix their bottles, or help out with their homework. If you're old enough, offer to babysit them so your parents can go out on the town. If you are able to stay at home alone, your parents might let you babysit your younger siblings. You can ask them by saying “Hey Mom & Dad, since you all let me be at home alone more often now, I wanted to let you know that I don't mind keeping the kids sometimes if you wanna go out for dinner or a movie.” Listen to them. When your parents are giving you advice or just sharing information with you, take heed. They have a lot of experiences that you haven't had yet, so respect their knowledge. Use their advice in your life so you can avoid mistakes they made. For instance, if they tell you follow the speed limits, be sure to drive carefully. If they don't trust one of your friends, spend less time with that friend. Respect their decisions. If your parents set a curfew of 11PM for you, be home by 10:45. Always honor their rules as long as you are living in their home. Show them that you respect them and never ignore them. Do your homework. If you are still in school, be sure to have your homework done as soon as you can. You don't want them to always have to remind you. If you need their help, just ask them! Parents typically like to feel needed, even when their kids are older. Be honest with them. If you're struggling with something or have done something wrong, tell them. Don't keep any secrets from them, but instead come to them openly. If you need to tell them something serious, sit them both down to have a talk. For instance, perhaps you are failing a class at school. Sit them down and tell them your issue and what you plan to do to fix it. Ask them for help and advice, too. Set and follow through with your goals. Setting and following through with goals will show your parents your determination. Tell your parents about your goals and let them support you as you work towards them. By accomplishing your goals, you will be demonstrating to your parents that you are responsible and independent. This will help you to develop a stronger bond with your parents as well. Offer extra help. If you see your parents struggling, offer to help them. If your mom is having a hard time bringing the groceries in, tell her to sit down and go get them all for her. If your parents are having a tough time financially, get a part-time job so you don't have to ask for money. Introduce them to your friends and your friends’ parents. Keep your parents involved in your life by letting them meet your friends and offering to introduce them to your friends' parents as well. It's important that your parents know who you're spending most of your time with, so keep them in the know. If you are going out to meet friends, let them know who you'll be with. Be sure they meet your significant other, as well. Remember birthdays and anniversaries. It means a lot to parents when their daughters remember important days like birthdays or anniversaries. Set reminders on the calendar in your phone or on your planner to call home or do something special on these days. You might take them to dinner, or make them a card, or get them a gift. Send sweet texts and cards. Every so often, send your parents texts saying “I love you” or “Hope you're having a good day.” Though this will only take a few seconds, it will mean a lot to them. You can do this whether you're still living at home or if you've moved away. Buy or make them little gifts. If you're able, buy your parents gifts. These gifts can be something big like a new TV or something small and thoughtful like a book your dad wants. Either way, giving a gift shows love and thoughtfulness. If you can't afford a gift, make one! There are many DIY gifts you can make that are just as good as buying something. Ask them if there is anything you can do for them. Express gratitude. More than gifts or any acts that you do, your parents probably just want to know that you appreciate them. Remind them that you are grateful for all that they have done and continue to do for you. Say “Thank you both so much for being wonderful parents to me. You have been such good examples to me and I am grateful to have you as parents.” Spend time with them. Plan some time each week to hang out with your parents. The older you get, the more they will value this time with you. Have a picnic in the park, go out bowling, or just go for long walks after dinner. Spend time with them separately, too. Go out for dinner with your mom alone sometimes and with your dad to the movies, for example. Reminisce on good memories. Pull out old photo albums and take a look back at all the fun times you've had with your parents. Sit with these albums out on the porch or during dinner one day. Use this time to tell them how important those moments were to you. For instance, you might say “Wow, I remember that day at the beach! I had so much fun with y'all that day. I'll never forget how hard we laughed when that crab bit you, Dad.” Call your parents weekly. If you are older and living away from home, don't forget to check in on your parents. Call them up to chat and find out what they're up to. Update them on important things in your life, too. Sometimes you may get busy and not have time to call and talk for a long time. When this happens, try sending your parents a quick text to let them know you love them and are thinking about them. You can also use this as an opportunity to schedule a call over the phone, on Skype, or using FaceTime. Talk with them about major decisions. Before making a tough choice, call your folks. They will appreciate you asking them for advice. Also, they might be able to help you make the best decision. For instance, you might be deciding on which college to go to or which home to buy. Keep them updated about your life in general, not just major decisions. This includes things like how work and school are going, who you're dating, and shows or movies you've enjoyed lately. Visit often. If you no longer live with your parents, visit them as often as you can. Try to visit at least once monthly to have dinner or go see a movie. If your parents are elderly, take them out to run errands or go over to their house to clean it. If you're married and have kids, try to take your your family to see your folks at least a few times a year. You can even plan vacations for you all to take together so they can bond with your spouse and kids. Be there to support them. Just like when you were a baby and needed them, know that now they will occasionally need you. If they are having surgery, show up to be with them. Or maybe they're receiving an award at work; show up to support. Being a good daughter means being there for them. Plan a trip together. Don't just vacation with your friends or love interests, vacation with your folks, too! Plan a fun beach day for the three of you or an even longer trip if you're able. Spend quality time with them and be the best daughter ever! Spend time doing things they enjoy. Your parents have probably sat through so many cartoons and amusement parks that they didn't necessarily enjoy just for you. Return the favor for them. You might not like art museums, but if they make your mom smile, go with her. Or maybe you find birdwatching boring, but if your dad loves it, do it for him.	Help around the house. Help with younger siblings. Listen to them. Respect their decisions. Do your homework. Be honest with them. Set and follow through with your goals. Offer extra help. Introduce them to your friends and your friends’ parents. Remember birthdays and anniversaries. Send sweet texts and cards. Buy or make them little gifts. Express gratitude. Spend time with them. Reminisce on good memories. Call your parents weekly. Talk with them about major decisions. Visit often. Be there to support them. Plan a trip together. Spend time doing things they enjoy.
https://www.wikihow.com/Catch-a-Stray-Kitten	How to Catch a Stray Kitten	If you see a stray kitten and you want to catch it, try setting out a humane trap intended for safely confining small animals. Keep in mind that depending on the size of the kitten, a trap for adult cats may be too large, leaving room for the kitten to escape. Place cat food or a treat like canned fish into the trap, then patiently wait for the kitten to go inside. When it does, approach the trap slowly and quietly, and try not to make any sudden movements or loud sounds that will stress the kitten any more than it already is.	Determine if the mother cat is nearby. When you see a kitten who appears to be alone, your first step is to figure out if the mother cat is still in the picture. It is possible that she has abandoned her kitten, but it could also be that she is simply out hunting for food. The only way to know whether the kitten is motherless is to wait. You will need to observe the situation for more than just a few minutes. Try watching from a spot where the kitten won't notice you and be frightened away. Be patient--remember, you want to help the kitten, not unnecessarily remove it from its mother. Mother cats usually search for food in the mid-afternoon, while her kittens are sleeping. If you are seeing the kitten alone in the morning, it's an added sign it has been abandoned. Estimate the age of the kitten. While you won't be able to get an exact number, it is very important that you attempt to figure out how old the kitten is. Mother cats usually begin to wean their litters at about 6 weeks. You'll need to know if the kitten is younger than that so that you will be prepared to care for it. There are a few ways that you should be able to get a rough estimate on the kitten's age. Kittens open their eyes at about 10 days; if their eyes are not open yet, you know you're dealing with an infant. Another good way to tell is to gauge the kitten's activity level. Typically, kittens begin to walk at about 3 weeks. If you see a kitten who seems to be able to walk and play without too much wobbling, you can be pretty sure that your kitten is at least 4 weeks old. Talk to your neighbors. You definitely want to make sure that the kitten in question is actually a stray. Even though it is young, it could still be somebody's missing pet. Take some time to try to investigate. Chat with the people who live near you to see if they have noticed the kitten and if they have any information about where it belongs. You could also post flyers around your area, in addition to chatting face to face with your neighbors. Learn about feral cats. A stray kitten may also be called a feral (wild) cat. When you are dealing with any non-domesticated animal, you will want to be cautious. It's good to be aware that stray cats are very different from the kitties you see in a pet store or at your friend's house. They are skittish, and not used to humans. Also, you can't be sure what the medical history of a stray cat is, so it's good to be a little wary (no matter how cute it is). Try calling a local vet or animal shelter to ask if they have any good information on cats living in your area. Make a plan. Obviously, you want to do the right thing to ensure the kitten's safety. But that is going to take some consideration and planning on your part. There are several questions to ask yourself. For example, do you have the amount of time you need to do this right? Catching a stray cat can take a few days, and you will also need to schedule some time to care for the kitten after you catch it. Make sure you have all of the materials you need, and that you have contacted a vet so that you know where to take the kitten for medical care. Whether you plan to keep the kitten or find it another home, you'll want to make sure it is healthy.Make sure you've giving some thoughts to the steps you'll take to catch the kitten and to handle it after you succeed. Use a trap. Whether you are making a homemade trap or purchasing one, make sure that you are using one that is humane. You don't want to risk injuring the kitten that you are working so hard to rescue. (You also want to make sure not to injure yourself--no one wants to get their finger caught in a trap). One of the best ways to safely trap a kitten is to use food to bait the kitten into the trap. Canned fish is an effective and inexpensive food item that you could try. A humane trap is one that will not injure or kill the kitten. If you are going to purchase a trap, ask a local vet for suggestions on which brand to buy. Try shopping at your local pet store or hardware store. If you plan to make a trap, make sure you research ones that will neither harm nor kill the kitten. Use a trap door that will close gently but quickly and firmly after the kitten enters the trap. Ask for tips about materials at your neighborhood hardware store. Don't try to trap the kitten the first time you stop it. Instead, prepare your trap, and spend a few days placing food in there--while leaving the door of the cage open. That way, the kitten will begin to head into the trap willingly after it begins to associate it with food. Be compassionate. Above all, you want to be as kind as possible to the kitten. Remember, it doesn't have much experience with humans. Being caught is going to be a pretty traumatic experience. Be as quiet, calm, and gentle when you are near the kitten. Take a break. Catching a kitten can be a frustrating experience. You will need to be patient, not only with the kitten but with yourself. Make sure to give yourself plenty of time to carry out your plan. Remember, it's best to learn some information about the kitten (age, the status of the mom) so that alone is going to take some time. After doing that, try taking a break before you start the actual trapping process. The more relaxed and confident you are, the more smoothly the whole process will go. Lure the kitten into a confined space. If you are nervous about using a trap, don't worry, you have some other options. You can try gently "herding" a kitten into a confined space. Use the same method you would use if you were trying to tempt the kitten into a trap--food. Once you have the kitten corralled in a confined space (think a corner where it doesn't have an easy escape route), you can gently guide the kitten into a small pet carrier. Make sure to have a carrier (or even a box with a lid) handy before you try this method. Earn the kitten's trust. It is possible that you won't have to lure or trap the kitten. If you can invest enough time and patience in the process, you might be able to befriend the animal enough that you can easily transport it home with you. In order to gain the kitten's trust, be a reliable force in its life. Feed it regularly, and at the same time for several days. Be calm and gentle in its presence. After enough time has passed (this could be days or weeks), the kitten might gradually come to accept your presence without fear. Handle the kitten carefully. Catching the kitten is not the end of your project. Once you have it, make sure you are prepared to handle it carefully. When dealing with the kitten, you'll want to keep a pair of gloves handy. Do not handle the kitten directly until you have had it checked out by the vet. Kittens are cute and can become cuddly, but this one is still a wild animal. If one escapes from its carrier (or box, etc) you can try gently scooping it up with a towel. Try containment. The containment process is crucial when introducing a kitten to a new environment. To keep it from becoming even more traumatized, you want to introduce new things (and people, sounds, and other animals) very slowly. When you first rescue the kitten, make sure you have a safe small place to bring it. This could be a small room, such as your bathroom, or even a comfortable box where it won't be disturbed. Make sure your kitten is comfortable in confinement. Provide it with the basics--a towel to sleep on, food, water, and somewhere to go to the bathroom (this can be a newspaper or a small litter box). Seek medical care. You will definitely want to take the stray kitten to a vet in your area. Ask the vet to perform all necessary tests and vaccinations. This could get expensive, so make sure you are prepared for that. Also, remember this is very scary for the kitten, so be ready to transport it to and from the vet as carefully (and quietly) as possible. You'll want to specifically make sure the vet to check for basic ailments such as worms, distemper, rabies, and respiratory problems. Also, it's a great idea to talk to the vet about having the kitten spayed or neutered. Find an adoptive home. The kitten is probably adorable, but you may not want to keep it, or not be able to properly care for it. The next best thing is to find it an adoptive home. If you have some time to devote to this (and want visitation rights), try checking with your friends and friends of friends. Post pictures on social media--kittens can be hard to resist! If you can't find a home on your own, contact your local animal shelter. They will be able to help you figure out a safe place for the kitten. Keep the kitten. Maybe you just can't resist that sweet little face, and you've decided that the best home for the kitten is your home. That's great! Just make sure that you are prepared to be the best pet parent possible. In addition to getting all of the necessities (litter box, food, toys, any medications), you want to also be emotionally prepared. Remember that this is a big adjustment for a stray kitten, and it will take some time to adjust. Seek advice from the vet and the local shelter on how to properly bond with the kitten. Hopefully, in time, you'll have a new best friend!	Determine if the mother cat is nearby. Estimate the age of the kitten. Talk to your neighbors. Learn about feral cats. Make a plan. Use a trap. Be compassionate. Take a break. Lure the kitten into a confined space. Earn the kitten's trust. Handle the kitten carefully. Try containment. Seek medical care. Find an adoptive home. Keep the kitten.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-Boy-to-Like-You-Without-It-Being-Obvious	How to Get a Boy to Like You Without It Being Obvious	To get a boy to like you without being obvious, give him subtle hints you like him, like looking at him and then looking away to get him to think about you. You could also like 1 or 2 of his Facebook or Instagram photos to show you've noticed him. Once you're on his radar, strike up a conversation to get to know him better. You can say something casual like, “Hey, you're pretty good at basketball! Do you play often?” Don't forget to smile to show him your warm and happy personality!	Let him pursue you, so he gets the thrill of the chase. Boys are born hunters. It's also just human nature. People are more likely to prize something they had to work hard to win. At the same time, you don't want to play games to such a degree that you seem manipulative. So it can be a fine line. You can seem like a prize if you boost your own self-esteem. Never be arrogant, but do act confident. Understand your worth, and don't beg or plead. Don't seem desperate by clinging or always making the first move or following him around too much. Let him text you first. Don't always be available for him – have your own interests and friends, too. Don't always respond immediately every time he calls or messages you. This doesn't mean you should ignore him completely. You could go too far and he might lose interest or think you don't like him. There's nothing wrong with going up to him with a simple hello. Be mysterious. One way to do this is not to reply to every question. So, if he asks, “What's your favorite color?” you could say, “Why don't you guess?” Or you could look into his eyes for about three seconds, then look away. That might intrigue him. Flirt in a subtle way to give him clues that you like him. You do need to give him hints that you like him. This will actually MAKE him chase you. It's all about giving him clues without being too obvious. That way he will build up enough confidence to let you know he likes you too. Some contact is key – eye contact, physical contact, mental contact – just not too much. Look at him, then look away or down, as if shyly, and then look at him again. Don't hold his gaze for too long with a stare. That can seem creepy. But eye contact is really important. Touch him. Although you don't want to seem too clingy or desperate, you can make brief physical contact with him in a way that intrigues him or gives him hints that you like him. For example, you could brush your arm or leg against his, or touch his shoulder as you pass him in the hall. You could playfully punch his arm while joking around with him – just do it softly! You could also talk more quietly, so he has to lean in to hear you. Playing with your hair will give him signals you like him. Make the touches seem unintentional. Click "like" on a few of his photos on Facebook or Instagram. Not too much – just one or two so that he notices you and realizes you have noticed him. Text him a joke or casual comment. Use emojis. They are flirty. Talk to him ! You need to build a friendship first. If you always ignore him, he will probably think you don't like him, and he might never make a move. So you do need to strike up a conversation now and then. Give him space, to make him long for more contact. You should keep it light in the beginning. Something like “Wow! That was some storm last night, huh?” or “Hey, you're pretty good at basketball! Do you play?” is the tone you should have. Do NOT follow him around like a lost puppy. Strike up conversations with him – but not all the time. Make eye contact with him – but not all the time. Show interest in what he likes to do – but not all the time. Text him sometimes – but not all the time. Treat him like he's a good friend in the beginning, while giving him subtle hints there could be more (through body language, a smile, a flirty text). Just be chill around him, and hang out. Get to know him in a group. Maybe a bunch of friends go out to a movie, and you see if he wants to come along. Slowly, get to know him better by including him in activities with other people. Build on common interests so you have things to talk about and experience together. Although you should also have your own interests, take some time to figure out what your crush likes to do. If he likes to hang out in the library, for example, you could go there sometimes too, and eventually he might start talking to you. Trying out his interests will create a common conversation and make you appealing to him. If you're in science class with him, talk to him about an assignment or what you're learning. Don't talk to him constantly about things he's not interested in. This will bore a boy to tears. Determine his personality type. If he's an extrovert, he will respond differently than he will if he's an introvert. Extroverts are personality types who need a lot of interaction and conversation with people, so be friendly, talkative, and reach out. Introverts need their space. They feel drained after too much interaction with people. So don't crowd him too much. Don't feel rejected because he needs a little time to himself. Be yourself, not someone you think he wants you to be. This is part of the confidence building part. You should never become a chameleon who turns into something you are not to hook a boy. Boys can spot a fake a mile away. There are a lot of things girls do subconsciously to make guys love them, and these should come naturally. The way they move, their laughter, their sadness, their energy, their intuition, their sense of humor, their common sense, their enigmatic mystical nature. These are some of the things that boys like about girls. These things will come naturally if it is a good match. Focus on other things in your life sometimes – your studies, your family, your circle of girl friends. This will show him that you are confident in your own life, and he will see you in a better light. Show him you're smart. If a guy is threatened by intelligent girls, he's probably someone you shouldn't like anyway. Don't try to “play dumb” because you think boys like that. They don't. Be funny and happy because people like to be around people with positive attitudes. If you can make a guy laugh, he will probably feel positively about you. Don't take yourself so seriously all the time. Be able to make jokes – including about yourself. Don't overdo it, though. You don't want to come across as never serious either. You have to be a little assertive. Strike up conversations with him. Ask him about his day. Seem positive. Some girls think if they act sad or depressed, they will get a guy's attention. They might – but it won't be the right kind. Being happy is attractive. Laugh at his jokes too! Even if his jokes aren't really that good, what does it hurt to smile and act like it's funny? This is a way to flirt with him, and he won't even realize it's flirting. Develop a connection with your crush, even if he doesn't know you like him. What if your crush doesn't know you well or at all? He's a guy you've seen from afar, and you like him, but you're not even sure he knows who you are. Go to places where he is likely to be, although don't over do this. But if you know he likes to attend basketball games or hangs out at a certain restaurant, you could show up too. This would work best if there are a group of people going, so ask some of your friends to tag along at first. You could let him know through friends that you like him, so they can get a sense of his reaction before you approach him directly. This is a subtler way to clue him in than telling him yourself. Go up and talk to him! Keep it casual. But start a conversation. Smile, and say hi, and then next time, talk to him a bit more. Maybe ask him something about a class you're in or that he's had, or something easy-going like that. Seem low maintenance and easy-going. Most boys want a girl they can hang out with who isn't too much work. Of course, it helps to be pretty. But do highlight your natural beauty. Guys are visual creatures. No one wants to run their fingers through hair coated with hair spray. Guys tend to like shiny, healthy hair that has bounce to it and that makes them want to run their fingers through it! If you're old enough, a little mascara, a little blush, and a little lip gloss should be all you need. Avoid overly dramatic makeup or heavy eye shadow in bright colors. That doesn't mean you should look messy. Take care of yourself, and dress nicely. Just be who you really are, and be OK with that. You don't have to wear expensive or designer clothes to look good. You should also eat right and stay in shape. That's just healthy and of course being healthy will increase your appeal. Act classy, and understand your worth. You want to be someone he could introduce to his friends or his mom. That means showing you have class. Dress well, but in a way that is true to your personality. You don't need to overdo it for him, but spend some time figuring out what you look best in. Don't always dress in sweatpants or a hoodie, either, though. Show him you're making an effort. Wear a light body spray only. You don't want to smell like a grandmother or a department store. But a little hint of something – like vanilla – will drive him crazy. You should have a signature scent, so he gets used to how you smell. Compliment him so he knows you're attracted to him. Now and then you should let him know you think he is cool. Keep it light. Just say something positive to him about him. Who doesn't like that? If he made a good play in a sport, let him know. Ask for his help with something. This will make him feel good and it will make him realize that you think highly of him. This is a good way to approach a boy who doesn't know you very well or even realize you have a crush on him. Never forget that boys are pretty insecure. They aren't sure whether you like them, either. They don't know what to do. So a compliment here or there can give him the clue to make a move without feeling like you're chasing him too much. Ask him questions, so you don't seem like you are talking about yourself all of the time. You want to seem like you are interested in who he is and what he likes. Smile a lot to draw him in with your happy personality. People are drawn to people who smile. It makes them feel good, and shows you're confident. No slouching or looking away when you run into him! If you smile, you are going to look prettier much faster than if you cake on makeup. People are drawn to people who seem happy because they want to be happy too. Have a gentle, caring nature. Boys like that. Don't just text him a boring “hey or 'sup.” Make him feel confident, not jealous. This might work in the short run, but it will backfire big-time in the long run, and it's kind of mean. You might end up chasing him away. Be modest and selfless. Show caring about others. Don't be a mean girl - even about people not in his presence. Avoid bringing drama or negativity into his life all the time. Boys can't stand this. This also means you shouldn't gossip or be mean about other people, including other girls, in his presence. Don't act too jealous of him, too. It shows a lack of confidence. And understand that he needs time to hang out with the boys.	Let him pursue you, so he gets the thrill of the chase. Flirt in a subtle way to give him clues that you like him. Give him space, to make him long for more contact. Build on common interests so you have things to talk about and experience together. Be yourself, not someone you think he wants you to be. Be funny and happy because people like to be around people with positive attitudes. Develop a connection with your crush, even if he doesn't know you like him. Seem low maintenance and easy-going. Act classy, and understand your worth. Compliment him so he knows you're attracted to him. Smile a lot to draw him in with your happy personality. Make him feel confident, not jealous.
https://www.wikihow.com/Care-for-a-Child-With-Croup	How to Care for a Child With Croup	If your child has croup, you can soothe their cough by putting them in the bathroom with a steamy shower running, since the steam will loosen mucus and reduce inflammation in their lungs. Another way to get this effect is to place a humidifier in their room. Though steam will help treat their cough, you can also try giving them children's Tylenol or ibuprofen to reduce a fever or pain. No matter what treatment you try, have them rest and drink plenty of liquids so they feel better as quickly as possible. You should also be prepared to keep them home for about 3 days, or until their fever breaks. However, if you see your child struggling to breathe or if their lips turn blue, take them to the emergency room immediately.	Keep your child calm. It can be frustrating or even frightening when your airway is slightly obstructed by swelling, and children may become very upset. It's important that you try to keep them calm, as getting too agitated can make breathing problems worse. Speak in a soothing voice and make sure your child does not see you get visibly upset about their breathing. If your child's breathing becomes too labored, seek immediate medical attention. Help your child get plenty of rest. Like most illnesses, getting plenty of rest is an important part of recovering from croup. Because croup is caused by a viral infection, antibiotics cannot help with recovery. Croup and your child's body fighting the illness will likely make them very tired. However, seek immediate medical attention if you child is difficult to arouse. Make sure your child stays in bed as much as possible. Let them sleep as long as they need. Keep your child hydrated. Hydration is extremely important not only to your child's ability to fight croup, but to your child's health in general. Although congestion and swelling in the throat may make it difficult or painful to swallow fluids, encourage your child to drink often. Breast milk is fine for infants, but older children may prefer things like popsicles as they can ease some inflammation. If your child becomes dehydrated, he or she may have to go to the hospital to receive IV fluids. Dehydration can make the symptoms of croup like the cough and sore throat worse. Put your child in the bathroom with the shower running. Use hot water to steam up the bathroom. Warm, moist air can relax the vocal chords and provide your child with some relief from the symptoms of croup. The barking cough caused by croup is created by swelling of the vocal chords, so soothing them may help your child breath. Using a humidifier in your child's room can also provide some relief while they are sleeping. If your child's breathing becomes strained or difficult, seek medical attention immediately. Cold air can also also help your child breathe. You can open a window if it's cold out, or open the freezer door, and let the child breathe in the cold air for a few minutes. Use Tylenol to reduce fever or pain. Many cold medicines are not suitable for young children, but you can treat fever with medications like acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is common in Tylenol as well as other medications. Make sure to buy medicine meant for your child's age. Infant acetaminophen dosages are often different than those designed for older children which can lead to overdose risks. There are two different strengths of acetaminophen sold over the counter, so it's important to look for the right strength for your child based on age and weight requirements you can find on the package. Alternatively, ibuprofen can be given to children over 6 months old. Keep your child out of school until their fever breaks. Croup can be caused by a number of different viruses, which can make it difficult to establish a timeline for recovery, but your child's fever should usually break after about three days. Once the fever breaks, your child will no longer be contagious. If your child continues to have a fever after three days, you should see a doctor. Croup can be extremely contagious, so prevent your child from interacting with other children until their fever breaks. Wash your hands regularly. Croup is a viral infection that can be transmitted in the same ways as the common cold or the flu. Washing your hands regularly can help prevent you and your child from transferring croup virus from your hands to your mouth or eyes. Wash your hands after coming into any contact with the bodily fluids of others, or after touching something a sick person has come into contact with. Make sure you know how to wash your hands properly and teach your children the same. Have your doctor prescribe a steroid. If your child's croup does not pass on its own or is more severe, your doctor may choose to prescribe a steroid like Dexamethasone. These steroids will reduce inflammation and make breathing easier. Dexamethasone is commonly prescribed because of its long lasting effect (usually around 72 hours) but it can take up to six hours to produce relief. Ask a doctor to administer epinephrine. Epinephrine is used for croup when the child is having trouble breathing, or "stridor," at rest. It is given in a breathing machine and is called "vaponephrine." It helps relax the muscles in the airway, which helps the child breathe. It is only given in a doctor's office, emergency room, or hospital. It works quickly, but may not last as long as a steroid. Therefore, a steroid is given along with this. Look for signs of dehydration. Your child may require medical attention to help them recover from croup, but other related issues could also require medical assistance. Dehydration is a serious risk with croup, as it can make swallowing uncomfortable. Severe dehydration can limit your child's ability to recover and create other health issues. Keep a look out for signs that your child is becoming dehydrated. If your child exhibits any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention: If your child has been going to the bathroom less frequently than usual, that is often a sign of dehydration. The color of your child's urine will grow darker the more dehydrated they are. Most babies should urinate at least 6 times a day, and older children should urinate at least 3 times a day. Dehydration can cause constipation, which can lead to abdominal cramping. If the soft spot (or fontanel) on an infant's head appears sunken, your infant may be severely dehydrated. Rapid breathing and heartbeat are signs that your child is severely dehydrated. Other symptoms include no tears while crying and a dry mouth. Recognize symptoms that indicate an emergency. It is uncommon for a child to require hospitalization for croup, but it's important that you are aware of the symptoms that may indicate that your child needs immediate medical care. Seek medical treatment if your child displays any of the following symptoms: Breathing becomes extremely labored or difficult The child begins to drool or has difficulty swallowing, or the child has noisy breathing (called stridor) even when resting Skin around the nose or mouth turns blueish or grey Fever reaches 104 degrees Fahrenheit The child is difficult to arouse or is very irritable. Have a breathing tube inserted. In extreme cases, it is sometimes necessary to insert a breathing tube in your child's windpipe to help ensure they are able to breath until they begin to recover. This will require hospitalizing your child. This is usually used as a last resort and is fairly uncommon. Breathing tubes are often used in conjunction with IV fluids to keep your child well hydrated. Listen for high-pitched, barky coughing. The most prominent symptom of croup is the high pitched, barking like sound children make when coughing. The cough often starts suddenly at night and is usually worse at night. Croup causes vocal chords to swell, which narrows the airway in a child's throat and creates a high pitched sound when air passes through them. Croup also causes a hoarse voice for some children. While croup is possible in adults, it is less likely as adult airways are larger and don't often create a whistling sound. Inhaling deeply can also cause the throat to whistle in children with croup. It may sound like wheezing, and is called stridor. Look for sinus congestion. Because croup often displays symptoms similar to that of the common cold, it can be easy to mistake them for one another. Croup often causes severe sinus congestion which can make breathing through the nose very difficult. Sinus congestion can also lead to post-nasal drip, which may cause nausea. Sneezing, runny nose, and a sore throat are all also tied to congestion caused by croup. Check for fever. Croup will often cause the body's temperature to increase slightly. Fever may not be among the first symptoms to present themselves and may take a few days to appear. If a child presents a fever, make sure to check it periodically to make sure it doesn't get too high. If your child's fever reaches 104 degrees Fahrenheit, seek immediate medical treatment. Remember that your child must hydrate often to help their body regulate temperature.	Keep your child calm. Help your child get plenty of rest. Keep your child hydrated. Put your child in the bathroom with the shower running. Use Tylenol to reduce fever or pain. Keep your child out of school until their fever breaks. Wash your hands regularly. Have your doctor prescribe a steroid. Ask a doctor to administer epinephrine. Look for signs of dehydration. Recognize symptoms that indicate an emergency. Have a breathing tube inserted. Listen for high-pitched, barky coughing. Look for sinus congestion. Check for fever.
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Fine-China-in-a-Dishwasher	How to Clean Fine China in a Dishwasher	Fine china is usually quite delicate, so you'll need to take some extra steps to make sure it's safe in the dishwasher. If your china has gold gilding or it's more than 20 years old, it's probably too delicate to run in the dishwasher. However, it's usually safe to run newer china through on a delicate and low-heat setting. Select a gentle setting, if your dishwasher has one, and use a mild dish detergent that doesn't contain lemon or bleach since these ingredients are too abrasive. Rinse food particles off the china with warm water and a rubber spatula. Then, carefully load the dishes into the dishwasher. Space them out so they won't bump against each other during the cycle. Just make sure each dish is secure inside so they don't risk breaking.	Determine if your fine china is durable enough for the dishwasher. Start by examining your china to determine if it can withstand the dishwasher. Fine china can be classified into two types: porcelain china and bone china. Both types are kiln fired at high temperatures, so they are pretty durable and non-porous, meaning they may be able to withstand the occasional run in the dishwasher. Fine china that has been made recently, within 10-15 years, may be able to withstand the dishwasher. Some fine china makers will also note on the bottom of the china if it is dishwasher safe. If the china has a delicate gold or platinum gilding, you may not want to run them through the dishwasher, as these decorations can fade or react badly to high heat. Most china that is twenty years old or more are too delicate for the dishwasher or have patterns on them that are considered vintage. You may not want to risk damaging them by washing them in the dishwasher. As well, if the china is a family heirloom, you may want to consider hand washing the china instead. Check if there is a gentle setting on your dishwasher. Many high-end dishwashers will have a special wash cycle for fine china or a delicate cycle. Look to see if your dishwasher has a delicate cycle or a gentle setting. You should also think about how forgiving your dishwasher is on normal plates and dishware. If it tends to be more punishing on everyday dishware, it may not be all that gentle on fine china either. Use a mild liquid dishwasher detergent that does not contain lemon or bleach. Look for a mild liquid detergent as a powder detergent can be too grainy and abrasive on the china. Never use regular non-dishwasher detergent inside your dishwasher; otherwise it'll break the dishwasher, as well as leave unremovable stains inside the remainder of the dishwasher and the dishes themselves. Avoid liquid detergents that are lemon-scented or contain bleach, as the acids in these ingredients can be harsh on the surface of the fine china. Rinse food particles off the china using warm water and a rubber spatula. It is important that you never let food particles sit on the fine china for a long period of time, as the acid in the food particles can eat away at the glaze on the china. Rinse the china with warm water if you don't have time to wash them right away, or try to wash off the food particles as soon as you can. Do not use utensils to scrape the food particles off the china as this can scratch or damage the china. Instead, use warm water and a rubber spatula to gently remove the food particles from the china. Load the china into your dishwasher carefully. Space them out evenly in the dishwasher so they will not bump against each other when the dishwasher is turned on. Make sure each plate and cup is secure in the dishwasher so they will not bump or move around. A loose china plate can clank against another dish, leading to chipping and other damage. You should also avoid cleaning smaller items like utensils in the same cycle with the fine china. If possible, keep other dishes and utensils separate from the fine china in the dishwasher or wash them in a separate cycle. Use the shortest, gentlest wash. This will prevent the china from getting too hot during the wash cycle. Depending on your dishwasher, you may need to stop the washer before it goes into the drying cycle. This will prevent water deposits from forming on your china and protect the china from heat. You should then remove the china from the dishwasher and towel dry the china by hand. This will prevent the china from being damaged by heat. Clean fine china right away. Try not to let the fine china sit with food particles on its surface for a long period of time, as the acid in the food particles can damage the china. You should also avoid soaking the fine china overnight in warm water as this can weaken the china. Instead, roll up your sleeves and commit to cleaning the fine china as soon as it is no longer in use. This will ensure the food particles come off the fine china easily and the fine china is not in danger of being damaged. Remove any rings or jewelry from your hands. Start by taking off any rings or bracelets that could clank or hit the fine china as you wash it. You may also want to lay a thick towel or a rubber mat at the bottom of your sink to protect the fine china from getting nicked or chipped during the wash. Push the tap out to one side or to the other sink, if you have two sinks, so there is no risk of you hitting the fine china on the tap. Use gentle cleaning tools like a sponge or a plastic brush. Go for a soft sponge and a plastic brush or a rubber spatula that will be gentle on the fine china. Avoid metal cleaning tools like steel wool or sponges that have a rough and scratchy surface. Never scrape the surface of the fine china with metal utensils, as this can damage the fine china. Wash each piece individually with warm water and a mild liquid detergent. Rather than stacking the fine china on top of one another, lay them all out flat on the kitchen counter and wash each piece individually. Use warm water and a mild detergent that does not contain lemon or bleach. Take your time as you wash each piece of china. Rub the surface of the china carefully and gently to avoid scratching the china. Apply a gentle scrubbing agent to any coffee or tea stains. If the china has stains from coffee or tea, you can use a gentle scrubbing agent to spot clean these stains. You can also use baking soda and water to gently remove the stains. You can also remove water deposits on your china, which tend to develop when china is run through a dishwasher or water is left to sit on the china for too long, using apple cider vinegar diluted in water. Let the china air dry or use a soft towel to dry them. As you wash each piece of china, place them upright in a wooden or plastic drying rack so they can air dry. You can also have someone help you dry them using a soft towel. Once your fine china is completely dry, store it by placing cloth napkins, paper doilies, or coffee filters between each place and saucer. This will prevent scratching and chipping. Do not stack or hang fine china teacups. If you use your fine china less than once a year, you should wash the fine china annually to preserve the glaze and the paint on the fine china.	Determine if your fine china is durable enough for the dishwasher. Check if there is a gentle setting on your dishwasher. Use a mild liquid dishwasher detergent that does not contain lemon or bleach. Rinse food particles off the china using warm water and a rubber spatula. Load the china into your dishwasher carefully. Use the shortest, gentlest wash. Clean fine china right away. Remove any rings or jewelry from your hands. Use gentle cleaning tools like a sponge or a plastic brush. Wash each piece individually with warm water and a mild liquid detergent. Apply a gentle scrubbing agent to any coffee or tea stains. Let the china air dry or use a soft towel to dry them.
https://www.wikihow.com/Plan-Weekly-Meals	How to Plan Weekly Meals	To plan weekly meals, start by listing the week's recipes on a desk calendar or calendar app. Next, prepare your shopping list by listing the ingredients you need, and crossing out the items you already have in the fridge or pantry. If possible, shop early in the morning to avoid large crowds, and set aside 1 hour afterwards to prep your ingredients. For example, wash and chop the vegetables, and mince the herbs. Then, pre-cook meats like chicken if you'll be using them in the next 3 days.	Ask yourself what your meal planning goals are. Decide why you want to meal plan. Are you trying to eat healthier? Save money? Maybe you're running out to the grocery store 10 times a week, and that's starting to feel ridiculous. Knowing your primary motivations and goals can help guide which recipes you choose. For example, if you're trying to incorporate healthier meals, you'll likely want to look at health food blogs or balanced eating cookbooks for ideas. You might also want to choose certified organic produce, meat, and dairy products. If you're trying to save money, plan to do some coupon-clipping during your meal planning sessions. If you need less chaos in your life, consider adding 1-2 crockpot recipes to your weekly docket. These usually produce leftovers, and they can cook all day without you needing to lift a finger to check on them. Check the weather for the week. If some cold, crisp weather is forecast for your area, consider making a hearty stew. When the temperature's set to climb, you might prefer a shrimp salad and chilled soup. The season can also determine recipes based on which vegetables you'd like to purchase. While everything you need will be available at the grocery store year-round, in-season options may be locally sourced and less expensive than out-of-season produce. You could also find in-season fruits and veggies at a farmers' market. Make an online list to keep track of online recipes. The Internet is a great resource for recipes. It allows you to search for recipes that fit your needs, whether those are healthy or gluten-free options or fall-themed meal ideas. Keeping track of all these options, however, can be tough. The easiest option is to sign up for a Pinterest account, download the Internet plug-in, and create a board dedicated to recipes. Pinterest's Internet plugin allows you to easily “pin” recipes you like to your board as you're browsing online. You can also create a Google Doc for your recipes. Cut and paste any links to recipes you love right into the doc! Use a binder and colored tabs for paper recipes and cookbooks. You know you still want to break out your mom's treasured cookbook for those tried-and-true recipes. You may also prefer printing recipes off the Internet and storing them as hard copies. Mark which recipes you like in your cookbooks with Post-Its, writing a small note on the Post-It to jog your memory. Use binder tabs to organize printed recipes. There are several ways you can separate recipes in your binder, including: Dedicating different sections to appetizer, entree, side, and dessert recipes. Organizing recipes by their level of difficulty, or whether they're “easy” or “hard” to prep. Filling a few sections with seasonal or holiday recipes. Check with your family to make sure the recipes work. You can even organize a weekly sit-down where all the members of your household pick out recipes together. Treat this like a fun way to discover new foods and dishes, rather than a chore. Remember, though, to add at least a few days of recipes you've cooked before each week. Don't plan for a full week of new recipes. If you prefer to pick out the weekly recipes on your own, that works, too! Just double-check that what you've got on the docket sounds good to everyone who's going to be at the table. Look for recipes throughout the week and finalize your choices on Friday. Plan leftover and takeout nights. Purposefully look for recipes that will make more food than you and your family can eat in 1 sitting. This will allow you to pack some away in the fridge for lunches or another dinner later in the week, cutting down on your prep and cooking work. It's also a good idea to plan to eat out once every week or every other week. Eating out gives you a much-needed break, and it also exposes you to new recipes! However, it will cause your weekly food costs to climb. If you're hoping to stick to a strict budget, try to only go out for special occasions. You might also consider having a few themed nights each week. For example, maybe every Tuesday is taco night, Wednesday is for crockpot meals, and Friday is pizza night. This, too, will simplify your planning. Use a calendar to keep track of your weekly recipes. This could be as simple as writing out the days of the week along with your chosen recipes on a piece of scrap paper and putting it on the fridge. You can also use a desk calendar or planner if you'd like more permanent records of what you're eating from week to week. If you and your family members are tech-savvy, consider using Google Calendar. You can share this calendar with your family members and add reminders or lists to it if you'd like. Then everyone can access it from their devices whenever they'd like! Make a list of all the ingredients you need. Once you've picked out your recipes, write down all the ingredients you need on a sheet of paper. Cross out the items you've already got in your fridge or pantry. Make sure that you've got enough of every ingredient you already have in your kitchen to cover all of your needs for the week. Create your grocery list using your ingredient list. Use a separate sheet of paper (or even an index card) to write down what you need at the store. Pair items by their location or type to make it easier to keep track of what's in your cart. For example, write down all the produce you need before moving on to the spices. Don't forget to add whatever weekly staples your family needs, as well. You don't want to run out of toilet paper on Wednesday morning and need to dash back out! It's a good idea to finish making your grocery list the night before your shopping trip. This will get you ready to go shopping the next day. Choose an early morning to do your shopping. Unfortunately, Saturdays and Sundays are the busiest shopping days. For meal planning to work, it's best to brave the weekend crowds. However, consider going to the grocery store right when it opens. The produce, meat, and fish will be fresher, and it won't be quite as packed as midday. You can also shop right before the store closes. Especially on the weekends, it won't be quite as crowded. Depending on your store, fresh items should also have been replaced by this time of day. Ensure that you’ve stocked your pantry with the basics. There a few things that you should always have around if you're going to be cooking a lot. Keep an eye on these items so you know when you're running low. If you're in the store and can't remember if you've run out, go ahead and make the purchase. Some essentials might be: Olive oil, as well as white and red wine vinegars. Salt and pepper. Chicken and/or vegetable stock. Rice, pasta, and noodles, as well as beans and lentils. Canned tomatoes. A natural sweetener like honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup. Canned coconut milk. Check the grocery store circular for sales. As you're walking into the store, pick up the sales list. Compare your list to the circular to see if there's any overlap. You might also consider if you can make easy substitutions in your recipes for items that are on sale. Visit the butcher first if you want your meat prepped. The butcher can cut your meat to make it match what your recipe calls for, saving you crucial time at home. Depending on the item, you can also ask the folks at the fish market to prepare your seafood for you. They'll usually take about 10-15 minutes to finish up, so you can pick up your packets of meat and fish right before you check out. Leave the frozen aisles for the end. This is especially important if it's summer or if you live in an area that's warm year-round. Don't let your hard-earned money get wasted because your ice cream melted and your frozen chicken defrosted! Set aside an hour on Sunday for meal prep. Now that you've planned out your meals and gone shopping, all you probably want to do is take a break before the real work starts. Before you do that, make yourself prep whatever ingredients you can either right when you get back from the store or the next day. For example, you can: Wash and chop vegetables and mince herbs. Be aware that some veggies may get a bit wilted after they've been chopped. You can refresh them by soaking them in a bowl of cold water for 5-10 minutes before cooking with them. Make marinades and sauces. Cook ingredients (like chicken) that will be used in dishes within the next 3 days. Involve your family in cooking each night if you can. As you move into the cooking phase, enjoy yourself! Having your family cook together is a great way to spend time with one another and debrief about your days. It'll also make cooking feel less like work and more like a fun nightly ritual. Make double batches of ingredients and meals for freezing. Any time you can easily double a recipe, do so. Frozen home-cooked meals can come in handy as Plan B's, or even as a planned meal when you know you're going to be short on time. Just be sure that your freezer doesn't become overstuffed, as it's easy to forget what you've got in there! All food has different freezer expiration dates, which you can easily look up online. However, most items can last somewhere between 6 months to 1 year in the freezer. Take frozen meals out of the freezer about 2 days before you plan to eat them. This should give them plenty of time to thaw out.	Ask yourself what your meal planning goals are. Check the weather for the week. Make an online list to keep track of online recipes. Use a binder and colored tabs for paper recipes and cookbooks. Check with your family to make sure the recipes work. Plan leftover and takeout nights. Use a calendar to keep track of your weekly recipes. Make a list of all the ingredients you need. Create your grocery list using your ingredient list. Choose an early morning to do your shopping. Ensure that you’ve stocked your pantry with the basics. Check the grocery store circular for sales. Visit the butcher first if you want your meat prepped. Leave the frozen aisles for the end. Set aside an hour on Sunday for meal prep. Involve your family in cooking each night if you can. Make double batches of ingredients and meals for freezing.
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Hipster-Girl	How to Be a Hipster Girl	Being a hipster girl is all about being artsy and conscious of the world. Hipsters love to broaden their minds with different types of film and music, especially if it's vintage. They're always looking for ways to protect the planet and save the environment, like recycling and avoiding single-use plastics. Hipsters often buy organic food and support local stores instead of big businesses. To dress like a hipster, look in secondhand and independent stores for your clothes. Wear vintage dresses, band t-shirts, and leather jackets. Accessorize your look with a long necklace, beanie hat, or glasses.	Shop at secondhand stores and independent shops. Rather than conform to the norm of shopping for new, full price items at big box stores or the mall, head to your local thrift store for secondhand clothing. Most hipsters do not have a lot of extra cash for clothing and often shop at charity stores to save money and find unique items no one else will have. You can also go to independent clothing shops in your area to support local businesses and vendors. Hipsters value independent thinking and independent business, so supporting local clothing stores is one way to give back to the community and avoid corporations and big business. Look for vintage dresses and band t-shirts. Many hipster girls wear vintage dresses in floral patterns or other bold prints with black or colored tights. Look for long floral dresses and shorter print dresses or shift dresses that you can pair with tights or knee socks for cold winter days. You can then wear the same dresses with bare legs and sandals in the summer. Vintage band t-shirts are also popular with hipster girls, especially shirts that feature bands from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, like the Rolling Stones, Cream, Blondie, and The Cure. Look for vintage band t-shirts at your local thrift store. You can also find band shirts online through online vendors who specialize in vintage band t-shirts. Fitted blouses with interesting details and striped tops are also popular items for hipster girls. Look for tops that have a bit of flair, but keep in mind that you can also dress up your clothing with accessories to complete your hipster girl look. Buy jean cut offs or make your own cut offs. Many hipster girls will wear jean cut offs during the warmer months with a band t-shirt or a crop top. You can buy jean cut offs at a local shop or thrift store, or make your own cut offs by cutting up a pair of old jeans. The typical hipster cut off style for girls is at the mid to upper thigh. You can get a more tomboy look by wearing cut offs that are just above your knee. In the colder months, you can wear tights underneath a pair of cut offs for a look that is comfortable and warm. Combine skinny jeans or leggings with oversized tops. A typical everyday outfit for hipster girls is a pair of blue or black skinny jeans worn with an oversized plaid shirt or sweater. You can also wear a pair of black leggings with your oversized sweater or shirt. Black leggings are staples in a hipster girl's wardrobe. You can find vintage plaid shirts and sweaters at your local thrift store, often in fun and unique designs. Oversized plaid shirts can be found in the men's section of thrift stores. You can also tie plaid shirts around your waist to really nail the hipster girl style. Look for sweaters that have funny, ironic sayings on them or cute images of animals. Ugly Christmas sweaters are also popular among hipsters, during Christmas and in the off season. Wear denim vests and leather jackets. The layering garment of choice for hipster girls is a slim denim vest, worn over a band t-shirt or a vintage dress. Top this look with a vintage leather jacket with interesting details like zippers, buttons, studs, or fringe. You can also layer multiple items for a more unique look. For example, you can try layering a leather jacket over a plaid shirt, or wearing a jacket and tying a plaid shirt around your waist. Go for vintage boots or oxfords. Look for vintage leather boots, short and high, at your local thrift store in black or brown. Short boots, or booties, are a popular look for hipster girls, usually worn with tights and a vintage dress. You can also look for vintage oxfords or loafers in brown or black leather. Some hipster girls favor comfort over appearance and will wear Converse sneakers or Vans sneakers with skinny jeans and a band t-shirt for a more casual look. Shop for long necklaces and unique accessories. Many hipster girls will wear long necklaces that sit a few inches above their waist line with a simple pendant or charm in geometric shapes. You can also look for necklaces with crystal pendants or unique designs at your local thrift store. Accessories like beanie hats and fedoras are popular among hipster girls, especially slouchy beanie hats. You can also dye your hair a bright color for a committed hipster look. Add pins and buttons. Many hipster girls also collect pins and wear them on the lapels of their coats, such as pins from bands or with ironic, funny sayings on them. You can also decorate your handbag with pins or your backpack with pins for a fun, hipster look. Try buying a pin every time you visit somewhere new or go to a concert. Each time you get a new pin, add it to the lapel of your coat or vest. You can also collect antique brooches if that is more your style. Wear a different brooch every day of the week for a vintage chic look. Wear a scarf. Decorative scarves are also popular accessories for hipster girls. Look for scarves in thrift shops and independent clothing stores. Choose scarves that have unique designs, bright colors, or bold prints. You can wear a scarf with just about any outfit. For example, you can dress up a plain t-shirt and jeans by adding a scarf, or wear a solid color scarf with a floral dress. Choose lighter fabric scarves in the warmer months and knit scarves during colder months. You may even consider learning how to knit and making your own scarf for extra hipster girl credibility. Get some cool sunglasses or wear your real glasses. Quirky sunglasses and thick rimmed glasses are also common hipster girl accessories. Try wearing a pair of heart-shaped shades, some John Lennon style round sunglasses, or a pair of oversized black sunglasses. If you actually wear glasses, then your glasses can help you to achieve a hipster girl look. You may even want to consider getting a pair of glasses with thick frames so that they are extra visible. If you don't wear glasses, but you want some to complete your look, then you can always buy some non-prescription clear lens glasses. Carry an interesting purse. Hipster girls often carry interesting looking purses, such as oversized messenger bags, extra small cross-body bags, or glittery clutches. To complete your hipster girl look, make sure that you are carrying a cool looking purse. Fanny packs have also gained some popularity among hipster girls. Try looking in vintage stores and locally owned shops for unique purses. Lots of hipster girls enjoy doing DIY projects. If you are crafty and you want a truly unique purse, then try designing and making your own purse. Read about pop culture and art. Hipsters are often very well read and well versed in current pop culture trends and influences, usually through online blogs and online media. Read up on what's going on in the world of the internet, such as the latest memes, viral stories, and viral videos. There are certain websites known to be full of hipster information, such as Vice.com and Pitchfork.com. These sites provide up to the minute information on the latest trends and influences happening in pop culture. Hipsters are also often interested in the art world and contemporary art. Take a trip to your local museum and find artists you admire through online art blogs. Try to immerse yourself in the art world and expand your knowledge of contemporary art. Hipsters are noted as interested in excellent food and drink. This includes restaurants, cafes, bakeries, coffeehouses, pubs, and food trucks. Hipsters are also often patrons of farmer's markets, CSAs, upscale food markets, and ethnic markets. Hipsters are noted for a preference for food that is local, organic, and artisan made. A good hipster approaches eating with a sense of adventure. Whether it is trying Ethiopian cuisine or trying to make homemade cheese, a hipster tries new things. The food rules are not entirely hard and fast when it comes to fine dining. Hipsters also have a soft spot for places which have plain, good food and an atmosphere of authenticity. "Kitschy" eateries such as truck stops, diners, and the like are also acceptable places. Expand your knowledge of film, music, and television. Hipsters usually have extensive knowledge of film, music, and television, new and old. You can find out the latest, hottest shows for hipsters by asking hipster friends for recommendations or searching online blogs for the shows everyone is talking about. Hipsters also enjoy old films, specifically independent films by directors from America and Europe. Strike up a conversation with the clerk at your local video store, if it still exists, or go online and search the top American and European films. Search music blogs online for recommendations on hipster music and independent or alternative music. It may help to focus on a particular genre or style of music and a particular artist or group. Hipsters often listen to alternative and independent music, as well as rap, hip hop, soul, and progressive rock. Learn more about social and political movements in your area. Hipsters are often aware of the social and political issues of the day, and may be involved in protests or grassroots movements in their area. Think of a cause you feel passionate about or are interested in, and join in an online discussion about the issue or go to a protest organized in your area. Getting involved in social and political movements is part of the less superficial aspects of being hipster, where you are an informed and involved individual in society. Focus on ways to be sustainable and environmentally friendly. Many hipsters strive to live a sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle, as they believe in caring for the environment and being aware of the effects of climate change. This may mean recycling, composting, or donating old clothing to charity rather than throwing them away. You can also look at ways to cut down on the amount of greenhouse gases you produce by biking or walking to work instead of driving or taking the bus. Hipsters are known for their passion for biking, and you can join in this element of hipster culture by getting a bike and using it year round. Display confidence and independence around others. Hipsters are known for their unique sense of style and for having an independent streak in their approach to life. Confidence and independence are two key elements of acting like a hipster. This could mean being confident around others or confident in your abilities as an individual, as well as focusing on how you can live and work independently. You may decide to try to work for yourself or work flexible hours so you have more freedom and independence in your career. Or you may decide to be more independent and confident in your current work situation where you take more initiative and try to climb the career ladder.	Shop at secondhand stores and independent shops. Look for vintage dresses and band t-shirts. Buy jean cut offs or make your own cut offs. Combine skinny jeans or leggings with oversized tops. Wear denim vests and leather jackets. Go for vintage boots or oxfords. Shop for long necklaces and unique accessories. Add pins and buttons. Wear a scarf. Get some cool sunglasses or wear your real glasses. Carry an interesting purse. Read about pop culture and art. Expand your knowledge of film, music, and television. Learn more about social and political movements in your area. Focus on ways to be sustainable and environmentally friendly. Display confidence and independence around others.
https://www.wikihow.life/Clean-a-Leather-Purse	How to Clean a Leather Purse	To clean a leather purse, dampen a soft cloth with a leather cleaning product or mix up a simple cleaning solution made of mild dish soap and distilled water. Wipe the surface of your purse using motions in line with the leather's grain, paying extra attention to any tough stains you see. Then, wipe off the soap residue and excess moisture with a soft cloth and let your purse air-dry for 30 minutes. Once it's dry, follow up with a leather moisturizer to keep the surface soft and supple!	Wipe the stain off with a clean, damp cloth. Keep rubbing the area until it is damp, but not soaked through. Apply some cleaning solution to the soft cloth. You can use a store-bought leather bag cleaner, which often comes in a kit. You can also make your own by mixing a few drops of a mild soap (such as unscented dishwashing soap or baby soap) with distilled water. Wipe the stained area again with the soft cloth until the stain is gone. Try to keep your stroking motions in line with the leather's grain. This will help protect the integrity of the leather. Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off any soap residue or excess moisture. Don't worry about drying the bag just yet. Let the bag dry for about 30 minutes. Avoid speeding the process up with a hairdryer. If you are in a hurry, consider setting the bag down in front of a fan. Cool air will be less damaging to the bag than hot. Apply some leather moisturizer to the bag once it is dry. Use a soft cloth to apply the moisturizer. Rub the moisturizer on using circular motions. The moisturizer will help keep the leather soft and supple. Do not substitute regular hand lotion, which can stain and degrade leather. Consider buffing the leather with a dry cloth. This will help restore the texture and shine to the bag. Start with water. Sometimes, a little bit of water is all that is needed to wipe off light stains, such as scuffs and fingerprints. Simple dampen a paper towel, cotton ball, or Q-tip with a little bit of water, and wipe the stain off. Use window cleaner on more persistent stains. If water did not remove the stain, you can try a window cleaner that comes in a spray bottle instead. Simply spray some of the cleaner onto the stain, then wipe it off with a paper towel or a soft cloth. Try petroleum jelly on stains and discoloration. Dip a Q-tip or a paper towel into some petroleum jelly, and go over the stain using small, circular motions. This is effective on stains caused by color transfers. Use rubbing alcohol on more stubborn stains and discoloration. Soak a cotton ball or Q-tip with rubbing alcohol and gently buff the ink stain using circular motions. If the stain persists, you may try some nail polish remover instead. Be sure to wipe the nail polish remover away after you are done. Keep in mind that nail polish remover is much harsher, and may damage the finish. Try tape on surface stains. If the stain is just on the surface, they simply need to be lifted away. Take a piece of tape, press it down onto the stain, then quickly pull it away. This works great on scuff marks, lipstick, and mascara stains. Find a soft, bristled brush. The best type of brush for suede would be a suede brush, which you can find in a suede cleaning kit. You can also use a clean toothbrush or a manicure brush. If you are going to use a toothbrush or a manicure brush, plan on using them only for suede cleaning purposes. Do not use them for anything else. Lightly go over the affected area with the brush. Gently brush the area using short, gentle strokes. Always go in the same direction. Do not go back and forth just yet. This will help loosen the fibers and dirt. Go back over the stain with the brush. This time, you can buff the stain using a back-and-forth motion. Do not be alarmed if your purse starts to "shed." This is simply the dirty fibers coming off. Consider working over a towel to keep your lap or work surface clean. Buff the affected area with a white, "magic" eraser sponge. You can find these sponges in the cleaning and detergent section of a grocery store. Gently go back and forth over the affected area with the sponge until the dirt goes away. Consider steam cleaning your purse. If your purse is a little bit dirty, you can try steam cleaning it. The easiest way to do this is to hang your purse up in the bathroom just after you take a hot shower. The damp air will be enough to loosen stains, but it won't be damp enough to stain your purse. After the steam cleaning, let your purse dry, then buff the affected area with a soft bristled brush. Treat stubborn stains with vinegar or rubbing alcohol. Dampen a washcloth with some white vinegar or rubbing alcohol first, then gently buff the stain with it. Let the affected area dry, then buff it again with the soft bristled brush. Unlike water, white vinegar and rubbing alcohol will not stain suede. Don't worry about the vinegar smell; it will eventually go away. Extra-stubborn stains may require a dedicated suede cleaning solution. Shave or snip off any thready bits. As you continue to buff your purse, you may notice that some fibers are a lot longer than others. You can trim these down using a pair of scissors, or go over them with an electric razor Empty your purse of everything. Pull everything out and set it aside. At this time, it might also be a good idea to sort out any opened pens, and toss them. Turn your bag upside down and shake it. This will help get rid of most of the dust and debris. You might want to do this over a dust bin. Consider cleaning the inside of your bag with a lint roller. Lay the bag on its side first, then pull the lining out. Roll the lint roller across the lining, turn your bag over, and do the other side. If your bag is large enough, you might be able to fit the entire roller inside it, without pulling the lining out. If you don't have a lint roller, use a piece of tape to pick up any dust and debris. Consider vacuuming the inside of your bag. Set your bag down on the floor. Fit the end of your vacuum cleaner nozzle with the upholstery or fabric brush attachment. Stick the nozzle inside your bag, and vacuum up any debris. Use a lower power setting so that you do not damage the lining. Wipe a dirty lining down with a mixture of vinegar and water. Combine 1 part white vinegar and 1 part hot water in a bowl. Dip a clean cloth into this mixture, squeeze out the excess water, and wipe down the inside of your bag. Deodorize your bag with baking soda. Open up a box of baking soda and stick it upright inside your bag. Leave it there overnight, and take it out the next morning. The baking soda will have absorbed most of the bad smells. The top of the box should sit below the opening of your bag. If your bag is too small, pour some baking soda into a small dish or tea cup. Try a cream of tartar and lemon juice paste on dark stains. Use one part cream of tartar and one part lemon juice to make a paste. Apply the paste to the stain and wait 10 minutes, then wipe the stain off using a damp cloth. Dry the damp area off using a clean cloth. If there is any residue, mix a few drops of mild soap into some warm water, and dampen a towel with that. Use this towel to clean off the residue. This is effective on food and blood stains. Fight water stains on suede with more water. Dampen a soft-bristled brush, then lightly go over the stain. Pat the area dry with a paper towel, and wait overnight. The stain should be gone the next morning. Do not get impatient and try to use a fan, hairdryer, or sunlight to speed up the drying process. Water stains can be permanent, especially on unfinished leather, but a professional leather worker might be able to fix it. Use cornstarch on oil or grease stains. If the stain is fresh, try to soak up as much of it as you can with a paper towel, but try hard not to press the stain into the material. Once you have soaked up the oil, sprinkle a generous amount of cornstarch onto the stain, and pat it in. Leave it there overnight so that the cornstarch can soak up the oil. Gently brush the cornstarch off the following morning using a soft-bristled brush. If you can't find cornstarch where you live, use corn flour instead. Some people find that placing their purse under a light bulb helps the cornstarch absorb the oil better. If you are working with suede, you may need to dampen the area with steam afterward, then brush the rest of the cornstarch off. Tackle mud with care. If you got mud on a leather or patent leather purse, wipe it off immediately. If you got mud on a suede purse, wait for the mud to dry first, then use a soft- bristled brush to buff it out. Freeze wax or gum. If you got wax or gum on your purse, stick your purse in the freezer for a few hours. This will cause the wax/gum to harden. Once the wax/gum hardens, pull your purse out of the freezer, and peel the wax/gum off. You may need to scratch off the excess wax/gum with your fingernail. Use hydrogen peroxide on blood stains. Simply dampen a paper towel or cotton ball with hydrogen peroxide, and gently dab the affected area. Eventually, the stain will come out. This is most effective on suede. Get to ink stains as soon as possible. The longer they sit, the more difficult they will be to remove. Try to soak up the ink stain using a Q-tip dampened with rubbing alcohol. If you are working with suede, you may need to buff the area with a nail file. If your bag is made out of finished leather, do not use rubbing alcohol. Instead, use a white "magic" eraser sponge. Finished leather handbags do not darken with water.	Wipe the stain off with a clean, damp cloth. Apply some cleaning solution to the soft cloth. Wipe the stained area again with the soft cloth until the stain is gone. Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off any soap residue or excess moisture. Let the bag dry for about 30 minutes. Apply some leather moisturizer to the bag once it is dry. Consider buffing the leather with a dry cloth. Start with water. Use window cleaner on more persistent stains. Try petroleum jelly on stains and discoloration. Use rubbing alcohol on more stubborn stains and discoloration. Try tape on surface stains. Find a soft, bristled brush. Lightly go over the affected area with the brush. Go back over the stain with the brush. Buff the affected area with a white, "magic" eraser sponge. Consider steam cleaning your purse. Treat stubborn stains with vinegar or rubbing alcohol. Shave or snip off any thready bits. Empty your purse of everything. Turn your bag upside down and shake it. Consider cleaning the inside of your bag with a lint roller. Consider vacuuming the inside of your bag. Wipe a dirty lining down with a mixture of vinegar and water. Deodorize your bag with baking soda. Try a cream of tartar and lemon juice paste on dark stains. Fight water stains on suede with more water. Use cornstarch on oil or grease stains. Tackle mud with care. Freeze wax or gum. Use hydrogen peroxide on blood stains. Get to ink stains as soon as possible.
https://www.wikihow.com/Terminate-Parental-Rights-in-Texas	How to Terminate Parental Rights in Texas	In Texas, a court will only grant your termination of parental rights in specific circumstances. If the other parent has been absent, neglectful, or dangerous towards your child, you can petition to have their rights involuntarily terminated. You'll also need to prove that it's in the child's best interests for the court to rule it. You'll need to contact the Texas Department of Child Protective services, who may investigate and file a case to terminate their rights. You can also file a petition yourself with your local court. Courts rarely grant voluntary termination unless there's a third parent who is willing to adopt your child and if they rule this to be in your child's best interests. To apply for voluntary termination and adoption, ask your court clerk for the correct forms.	Initiate a case to terminate the parent's rights. If you wish to have the parental rights of a parent involuntarily terminated, either because the parent is absent or a danger to the child, you can file a case to terminate the parent's rights. To initiate a case, do one of the following: Contact the Texas Department of Child Protective Services. Explain your family's situation to a representative. The department may investigate and file a case to terminate the parent's rights. You can learn more about the department here. Contact a family law attorney. You can get referrals from friends and family, or from attorneys who do not practice family law but know a trusted colleague who does. You can also use referral services through your state and local bar associations, or just search online. If you cannot afford to hire an attorney, other options are available. Your community may have legal aid organizations that provide free or low-cost legal services to the community. You can find these organizations by searching online or contacting the court. Contact the clerk of the court of the county in which the child resides. Ask what forms you need to submit to initiate a case to involuntarily terminate a parent's parental rights. The forms may differ from county to county. Identify the parent's conduct that warrants termination. The Texas Family Code describes specific types of conduct that warrant the termination of parental rights. Thus, a parents rights may be terminated if he or she: Left the child alone or with a non-parent and expressed intent not to return; Left the child alone or with a non-parent without providing support and stayed away for at least 3 months; Left the child alone or with someone else without support for 6 months; Endangered the physical or emotional well-being of the child on purpose or through neglect (including criminal involvement, drug use, and domestic violence); Abused or neglected another child; Failed to support the child according to the parent's ability for at least a one year period ending within 6 months of the date of the filing of the case; Knew of the pregnancy and failed to provide medical support for the mother and support for the child; Kept the child out of school or away from home; Killed or seriously injured another child; Had his or her parent-child relationship with another child involuntarily terminated by the court; Is imprisoned and unable to care for the child for at least two years; Caused the child to be born addicted to alcohol or a non-prescription controlled substance; or Committed child sexual abuse, sexual assault, or incest which resulted in the victim becoming pregnant with the parent's child. Establish that termination is in the best interest of the child. The court will only terminate a parent's rights if doing so would be in the best interest of the child. Be prepared to state, in the paperwork you file and in court, why it is in the child's best interests to terminate the rights of the parent. Texas courts consider the following factors when evaluating the best interests of the child, including: The desires of the child; Present and future emotional and physical needs of the child; Present and future emotional or physical danger to the child; Your parental abilities; Your plans for the child; Any programs that are available to help you care for the child; Your home's stability; Any actions or omissions by the other parent that indicate that the existing parent-child relationship is improper; Any excuses for actions or omissions by the other parent; or The parent has a mental illness that affects his or her ability to care for the child. Sign your paperwork. Once your forms have been completed, you will need to sign them. If any of the forms have a place for a notary public to sign and stamp them, sign those forms in the presence of a notary. Make two copies of the completed documents. To find a notary online, visit the Notary Public Directory. You can also find a notary public by visiting your local bank. Most banks do not charge a fee for notary services if you are a bank customer. If you are not a bank customer, you can use the bank's notary service for a small fee. Bring a valid form of identification, such as a driver's license or passport, to verify your identity. File your documents. Give the original set of documents to the court clerk. The clerk will notify you of your hearing date. The clerk will also charge a filing fee, which varies by county. (For example, the fee to file a petition affecting the parent/child relationship in Dallas in 2015 is $318.) If you are low-income and cannot afford to pay the filing fee, you ask the clerk how you can file a request for a fee waiver. You may qualify for a waiver if you are receiving public benefits, if your household income falls below a specified threshold, or if the court finds that you do not have enough money to pay for both your household's basic needs and the court fees. Serve the other parent. Each parent must receive formal notice of the proceedings. You may be required to give notice to the other parent, or you may be permitted to file a "Waiver" or "Acceptance of Service" signed by the other party instead. If you are required to give notice, you may be able to request that the court clerk give notice on your behalf. Otherwise, you will need to do one of the following: Pay the sheriff's office or a professional process server to serve the parent; or Arrange for a friend or relative over 18 years of age and not involved in the case to hand-deliver your documents to the other party. This friend or relative will need to fill out a Proof of Service form verifying that he or she served the other party. Attend the hearing. Dress professionally, arrive early, and wait for your case to be called. The judge will ask why you are requesting that the parent's rights be terminated, and why doing so would be in the best interests of the child. The court may appoint an investigator to gather additional information. Verify that you are legally considered to be the father of the child. In Texas, there are three conditions under which you might be legally considered to be the father of a child. The law presumes you are the father if you: Were married to the child's mother when the child was born; or Were married to the child's mother any time during the 300 days before the child was born; Married the mother after the child was born and claimed paternity of the child with the bureau of vital statistics, on the child's birth certificate, or in a record in which you promised to support the child as your own. You are an "acknowledged father" if you signed an "Acknowledgement of Paternity" form claiming to be the father of the child, which was also signed by the child's mother and filed with the Vital Statistics Unit. You are an "adjudicated father" if you were named as the father of the child in a court order. Initiate a case challenging paternity. If you are presumed to be the father of the child, you will need to undergo genetic testing to prove otherwise. If you are an acknowledged father or an adjudicated father, but have not undergone genetic testing, you can still challenge paternity. You will need to argue, in your court documents and in court, any facts that establish that you are not the child's father and that you mistakenly believed that you were the father based on another person's misrepresentations. You cannot file a case if you: Adopted the child; Were married to the mother and consented to the conception of the child through assisted reproduction; or Are the intended father of the child born to a surrogate mother under a gestational agreement validated by a court. Meet the time requirement. You must file your petition to terminate the parent-child relationship within 2 years of the day that you learned that you were not the child's genetic father. In your paperwork, state the facts that led you to realize that you were not the father, and the date upon which you learned those facts. Proceed with your case. You will need to complete your required court forms, which you can get from the court clerk. File your forms and have them served on the other parties, and attend court on the hearing date given to you by the court clerk. If the judge is persuaded by your paperwork that there is a possibility that you may not be the father, he or she will order that you and the child submit to genetic testing. If the testing proves that you are not the father, the judge will terminate the parent-child relationship. Understand how step-parent adoption works. Courts rarely grant a voluntary petition to terminate parental rights, even if both birth parents agree, unless there is a third person who is willing and able to assume those parental rights and responsibilities. The most common solution is to have a step-parent adopt the child, which ensures that two parents will continue to be responsible for the child's welfare. If you have a child from a previous relationship, the other parent's new partner may be willing to adopt the child as his or her own. Discuss the arrangement with the other parent and his or her partner. In order to terminate your parental rights, you and the child's other parent must agree, and the prospective step-parent must agree to adopt the child. The prospective parent will effectively take your position of financial responsibility for the child before your child support obligations will be terminated. Locate the appropriate court. Search online to locate the family court or court of general jurisdiction in the county where the child lives. This is the court that has jurisdiction over issues relating to the child's relationships with its parents. Fill out the necessary forms. Your county should provide pre-printed forms for step-parent adoptions. You can find those forms at the court's website online or at the court clerk's office. The website may also feature an interactive online program that creates your documents based on information you provide. Call the court and ask about self-help programs. Your court have a self-help center where you can ask an attorney to help you with your paperwork for free. Sign your paperwork. Once your forms have been completed, you will need to sign them. If any of the forms have a place for a notary public to sign and stamp them, sign those forms in the presence of a notary. Make two copies of the completed documents. File your documents. Give the original set of documents to the court clerk. The clerk will notify you of your hearing date. The clerk will also charge a filing fee, which varies by state. (For example, the fee to file a petition for step-parent adoption in Dallas in 2015 is $333.) Ask about how to file for a fee waiver if you cannot afford the filing fee. Serve the other parent. Each parent must receive formal notice of the proceedings. You may be able to request that the court clerk give notice on your behalf. Otherwise, you will need to do one of the following: Pay the sheriff's office or a professional process server to serve the parent; or Arrange for a friend or relative over 18 years of age and not involved in the case to hand-deliver your documents to the other party. This friend or relative will need to fill out a Proof of Service form verifying that he or she served the other party. Attend the hearing. Dress professionally, arrive early, and wait for your case to be called. The judge will ask the adopting parent if he or she understand the parental rights and responsibilities he or she is requesting. The judge will also ask you to verify that you understand and wish to relinquish your own parental rights and responsibilities. Locate an adoption agency. You can search for adoption agencies online or contact the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) for a list of adoption agencies in your area. DFPS provides links to private and community-based adoption agencies here. Research the agency's reputation. You can find out about the agency's licensure status and reputation by contacting DFPS. Ask if the agency is in good standing and if any complaints have been filed against the agency. Contact the clerk's office at the civil court of general jurisdiction in the county where the agency is located and ask how you can search public court records for any actions filed against the agency. Ask the agency to provide you with at least three references, including names and phone numbers, from families who have already completed adoptions at least three years earlier. Contact those references and ask if they had any concerns or complaints about the agency. Work with the agency. Once you are comfortable with the reputation of your chosen agency, contact them. The agency will help you through the paperwork and any other requirements for adoption. Your agency may even provide free counseling, medical care, and legal services. You may be able to choose the adoptive family yourself, and/or arrange for an "open adoption" whereby you can opt to have some contact with your child and the adoptive family or request updates and information. Understand why your child was removed from your care. DFPS may have removed your child from your care because the child has been or was likely to be harmed by abuse or neglect. If are able to remedy the conditions that prompted the removal, your child will be returned to your care. If you are unable to remedy those conditions, your parental rights may be involuntarily terminated. You may also be able to voluntarily terminate your parental rights instead. Speak with your attorney. You have a right to an attorney when the state removes a child from your care. An attorney may be provided to you at no cost. If you do not qualify for a court-appointed attorney, you should consider hiring your own attorney to explain your rights and help you act on your decision. Courts are unlikely to terminate parental rights, but your attorney may advise you that the state is likely to terminate your rights anyway, and that voluntary termination will avoid having to go to trial. Speak with your case worker. After the removal of your child from your care, the state should have appointed a caseworker. If you choose to voluntarily terminate your parental rights, inform your case worker immediately so that he or she can begin looking for a permanent placement for your child. Confirm your decision in court. You or your attorney will need to request that the judge grant a voluntary termination of parental rights. The judge will ask questions to verify that you understand the rights that you are giving up. Understand how safe haven laws work. Most states have adopted safe haven laws to prevent infant abandonment and infanticide by mothers in distress. The laws permit mothers to leave their newborn children at a designated place without facing prosecution for child abandonment. Babies surrendered at safe haven locations receive care from the state's child custody department until the department finds a permanent home for the child. Verify that you can meet the requirements. You must surrender your child at the place and within the time specified. In Texas, you must take your child to a safe haven within 60 days of the child's birth. Safe haven locations include any emergency medical services provider, hospital, or licensed child welfare agency. Deliver the baby to the safe haven location. You can choose to deliver a baby anonymously. Provide as much information as you can about the baby, including any particular medical needs and when the baby was last fed. In Texas, unlike some other states, the child must be delivered to the safe haven location by a parent. Texas will not recognize the privileges of anonymity and immunity from prosecution if there is evidence that the baby has been abused or neglected.	Initiate a case to terminate the parent's rights. Identify the parent's conduct that warrants termination. Establish that termination is in the best interest of the child. Sign your paperwork. File your documents. Serve the other parent. Attend the hearing. Verify that you are legally considered to be the father of the child. Initiate a case challenging paternity. Meet the time requirement. Proceed with your case. Understand how step-parent adoption works. Discuss the arrangement with the other parent and his or her partner. Locate the appropriate court. Fill out the necessary forms. Sign your paperwork. File your documents. Serve the other parent. Attend the hearing. Locate an adoption agency. Research the agency's reputation. Work with the agency. Understand why your child was removed from your care. Speak with your attorney. Speak with your case worker. Confirm your decision in court. Understand how safe haven laws work. Verify that you can meet the requirements. Deliver the baby to the safe haven location.
https://www.wikihow.com/Know-if-Hard-Boiled-Eggs-Are-Done	How to Know if Hard Boiled Eggs Are Done	The best way to know if hard boiled eggs are done is by cutting into them. Use a spoon to carefully remove one of the eggs from the boiling water. Run the egg under cold water for a minute. Then, peel the shell off of the egg, and place the egg on its side. Use a sharp knife to cut the egg in half. If the yolk is runny, boil the eggs for a few more minutes and test another egg. If the yolk of the egg is solid and yellow, the eggs are done. You can then transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool. Serve and enjoy.	Hard boil your eggs. To hard boil your egg, bring a large pot of water to a boil on your stovetop. Then, gently place the eggs in the water and let them boil for 8-14 minutes. You can also boil your eggs by placing them in a pot of cold water, bringing the water to a boil, then removing the pot from the heat and letting them sit in the water for 9-15 minutes. If you boil your eggs for 8 minutes you should have firm egg whites and a golden yolk. Boiling your eggs for 12 minutes will give you a fully hard-boiled yolk. Boiling your eggs for 14 minutes or longer will give you a chalky, crumbly yolk. Test one egg out of the batch. If you are cooking more than one egg, there's no reason you have to check them individually. Take one egg out of the boiling water and test it. If it's done, it means the rest of your eggs should also be done. Run the egg under cold water to cool it. Hard-boiled eggs will be hot to the touch immediately after you take them out of the water. Run them under your faucet for a minute to cool them down so that you can peel away the shell. Peel off the shell. You can tap the egg on a flat surface and then peel away the shell with your fingers. You can also crack the surface of the shell with the back of a spoon then slide the spoon under the shell to remove it. Cut the egg in half. Cut the egg directly in the center. You should see the yellow yolk surrounded by the white egg. Examine the inside of the egg. When you cut into the egg, the yolk should be solid and yellow. If the yolk has a green ring around it, it means that it's been slightly overcooked. If the insides are still runny, it means it's not fully cooked. The egg whites should be firm but not rubbery. If the egg is slightly undercooked, boil the rest of the eggs for another 30-60 seconds. If the egg is overcooked, remove the rest of the eggs from the water to prevent them from cooking even more. Transfer your eggs to an ice bath if they are done. If your eggs are done the way that you like, you can prevent them from overcooking by immediately transferring them to an ice bath. Put a couple of ice cubes in a bowl and fill it halfway with water. Then, use a slotted spoon to carefully move the eggs from the pot to the bowl. Lift the egg out of the water with a spoon or ladle. Lift one egg out of the batch if you're boiling multiple eggs. Carefully lift the egg and tip the spoon slightly to remove the water in it. Use oven mitts to handle the egg. The egg will be hot right out of the water, but you don't want to cool it down or you may get an inaccurate reading from the thermometer. Instead, use thick oven mitts to handle it. Press an instant-read thermometer into the center of the egg. Push the sharp end of the thermometer into the shell and go down into the center of the egg. Leave it there for a couple of seconds until the thermometer gives you a reading. You can purchase an instant-read thermometer online or at a kitchen and department store. Read the thermometer’s display. The yolk should be between 158–170 °F (70–77 °C). If the temperature is lower than this range, you should put the egg back into the water to cook it more. If it's higher, it means you've overcooked your egg. An overcooked egg yolk can be dry and chalky but is still edible.	Hard boil your eggs. Test one egg out of the batch. Run the egg under cold water to cool it. Peel off the shell. Cut the egg in half. Examine the inside of the egg. Transfer your eggs to an ice bath if they are done. Lift the egg out of the water with a spoon or ladle. Use oven mitts to handle the egg. Press an instant-read thermometer into the center of the egg. Read the thermometer’s display.
https://www.wikihow.com/Keep-Spiders-Out-of-Your-House	How to Keep Spiders Out of Your House	To keep spiders out of your house using natural remedies, spray cracks and crevices in your floors, walls, and windows with a 1:1 vinegar-and-water solution. You can also try a mixture of 15-20 drops of an essential oil, like peppermint, tea tree, or cinnamon, with 3 to 5 cups of water. Rubbing citrus peels on the floorboards and window sills can also help! If you enjoy the scent of cedar, consider buying cedar chips and spreading them in corners of rooms or on window sills to keep spiders away.	Use a vinegar and water spray on cracks or crevices in your home. Fill a spray bottle with half white vinegar and half water. Then, apply the spray to any cracks or crevices in the floors, walls, or windows of your home, as well as on the window sills. Do this once a day to repel spiders. Vinegar may kill spiders if they come into direct contact with them, but even if you don't spray the spider directly, it can help ward them off. Do not apply the spray to any varnished surfaces, as the vinegar may damage them. Apply essential oils like peppermint, tea tree, and cinnamon. These essential oils are a great natural way to deter spiders from hanging out in your home. Put 15-20 drops of essential oil in a spray bottle with 3 to 5 cups (710 to 1,180 ml) of water and spray your home once a day for a natural spider repellent. Swap out different essential oils in the spray so the spiders do not get used to the scent of 1 particular oil. Rub citrus peels on the floorboards and window sills in your home. Lemon and orange peels are a natural deterrent for spiders. Rub floorboards and window sills with the peels once a day so the smell lingers. You can also have a bowl of citrus fruits in your kitchen to keep spiders out of this area. Be aware that this could strip the paint off of your windowsill, so if you do try this, test it in an inconspicuous area first. You could also try placing citrus peels near your window sills and doorways to discourage spiders. Put horse chestnuts in the corners and window sills in rooms. Horse chestnuts have a smell and texture that deters spiders. You can buy horse chestnuts at your local natural food store or online. They tend to last a long time and require no upkeep. Spread 4-5 horse chestnuts in each room, especially near windows, to keep spiders away. Spread cedar chips or blocks in your home to keep spiders away. The scent of cedar is a natural deterrent for spiders. Look for cedar chips or blocks at your local hardware store or online. Spread the chips or blocks in the corners and windowsills in your home to keep spiders out. Do a weekly clean of your home to remove dust, dirt, and debris. Keeping your house clean will ensure there are no pieces of food on your floors that can attract spiders. Dust and dirt in the corners of rooms can also serve as a great hiding spot for spiders, so be sure to sweep or vacuum these areas regularly. Clean window sills and frames once a week, or daily, to prevent spider webs from forming. You can also apply a natural vinegar or essential oil spray as part of your weekly clean to keep spiders away. Check indoor plants for spiders. Spiders can hide in the leaves of indoor plants and spin webs in the plants. Make sure you check indoor plants every few days for spiders and remove them if you find any. You can also spray a natural pest repellent on the plant, such as white vinegar or essential oil spray. Another option is to make a spray out of 1 to 2 teaspoons (4.9 to 9.9 ml) diatomaceous earth powder and 2 to 4 cups (470 to 950 ml) water and apply it to your plants to keep spiders away. While most plants can tolerate being sprayed with vinegar, you may want to spray a small area first just to make sure yours won't be affected. Try spraying the area about once a week until you don't see spiders anymore. Remove any spider webs inside your home. If you notice spider webs or cobwebs on your rafters, corners, or window frames, use a cloth to wipe them away. This will prevent new spiders from moving into the webs. Keep windows and doors to the outside closed. Prevent spiders from wandering inside your home by keeping windows and doors that open to the outside shut as much as possible. Tell others in your household to try not to leave windows or doors open. Installing screens on your doors and windows can help keep pests out while still allowing you to enjoy the fresh air. Consider getting a cat to keep spiders away. Cats will hunt and eat spiders, and serve as a good deterrent to prevent spiders from coming inside. If you are not allergic to cats and are looking to get a pet, a feline friend can be a good way to have companionship, and keep spiders away. Having a pet is a big responsibility, so make sure you're ready to take care of a cat before you get one. Turn outside lights off at night to deter bugs that spiders like to eat. Having outside lights on at night can attract flies, mosquitoes, and other pests. The presence of insects will, in turn, attract more spiders. Shut off outside lights at night to keep the perimeter of your home insect-free. Keep outdoor plants away from the sides of your home. Spiders tend to burrow in the leaves and folds of plants. Try to arrange outdoor plants so they are at least 1 ft (0.30 m) away from the sides of your home. You can also spread diatomaceous earth, a white powder made of fossilized remains of algae, around plants or spray it on plants to kill spiders. Avoid planting plants that will try to grow on the sides of your home, such as ivy or tall shrubs. Fill any gaps or cracks on the outside of your home. Inspect the exterior of your home to ensure you do not have any cracks in the foundation or gaps forming in your roof or under your doors. Fix any gaps, cracks, or holes by filling them with cement or filler. You should also do regular maintenance on the outside of your home to ensure spiders cannot get in by checking for gaps or cracks once a month and fixing them as needed.	Use a vinegar and water spray on cracks or crevices in your home. Apply essential oils like peppermint, tea tree, and cinnamon. Rub citrus peels on the floorboards and window sills in your home. Put horse chestnuts in the corners and window sills in rooms. Spread cedar chips or blocks in your home to keep spiders away. Do a weekly clean of your home to remove dust, dirt, and debris. Check indoor plants for spiders. Remove any spider webs inside your home. Keep windows and doors to the outside closed. Consider getting a cat to keep spiders away. Turn outside lights off at night to deter bugs that spiders like to eat. Keep outdoor plants away from the sides of your home. Fill any gaps or cracks on the outside of your home.
https://www.wikihow.tech/Tell-if-Your-Snapchat-Was-Opened	How to Tell if Your Snapchat Was Opened	Send a Snap, then swipe right on the camera screen and look for the outline of a square or chat bubble next to the recipient's name.	Open Snapchat. It's a yellow app sporting a white ghost. Take a Snap. Do so by using the larger, round button in the bottom-center of the screen. Tap the button for a photo Snap. Hold the button for a video Snap up to 10-seconds long. Add filters or edit your Snap. The screen displaying your Snap offers many options for customizing your photo or video before you send it. Swipe left or right to scroll through the available filters, like temperature, location, and tints. Use the tools along the top of the screen to add a caption, stickers, or to draw on your Snap. Tap the Save icon in the lower-left to save your creation to your device or Snapchat Memories before sending it. Tap Send To. It's the blue arrow button in the lower-right corner. Select friends. Tap on the display names of the friends who you'd like to send your Snap to. To add your Snap to your Story, tap My Story at the top of the screen. If there is an available public Story in the area, it will appear below My Story. You can add your Snap to the public Story by tapping Our Story if it appears. Tap Send. Doing so sends your Snap and returns you to the Chat screen. Check the status of your Snap. Your Snap will be listed on Chat screen in chronological order with other Snaps you've sent and received. If it's unopened, a solid-colored arrow will appear to the left of the Snap. The word "Delivered" will appear beneath the Snap, along with the day it was sent. If it has been opened, the colored arrow will be an outline. The word "Opened" or "Received" (for Chats) will appear below the Snap, along with the time it was opened. If a Snap has been replayed, the symbol will change from an arrow to a circular arrow, and the word "Replayed" will appear beneath the Snap. If your friend took a screenshot of the Snap, the symbol will become two arrows, pointed in opposite directions, overlaying one another. The word "Screenshotted" will appear beneath the Snap. If you leave the Chat screen, you can get back to it and check the status of your sent Snaps by swiping right on the camera screen. Photo Snaps are red, video Snaps are purple, and Chats are blue.	Open Snapchat. Take a Snap. Add filters or edit your Snap. Tap Send To. Select friends. Tap Send. Check the status of your Snap.