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https://www.wikihow.pet/Clean-a-Cat%27s-Fur | How to Clean a Cat's Fur | Cats are great at grooming themselves, but if your cat makes a mess, you may need to help clean up its fur. If your cat has fecal stains on its backside, snip away any big pieces with scissors, and use a cloth dipped in warm water and cat shampoo to remove the rest. If your cat has gotten into lily pollen, use a paper towel to remove as much of the pollen as you can. Make sure to use a new paper towel for each wipe so you don't spread it around. If your cat's gotten into petrochemicals, like turpentine, glue, paint, or cleaners, snip away any contaminated fur, and give your cat a thorough bath with warm water and cat shampoo. Dry your cat afterward with a towel or blow dryer on a cool setting. If you think your cat has licked any of the material, call your vet immediately since these substances are very poisonous to cats. | Look for fecal staining. Check the fur along your cat's anus for feces that may be stuck. You might see dried balls of feces that have gotten stuck, especially if your cat has long hair. Or, you may see general soiling around her bottom. Your cat may have fecal staining if she's had diarrhea or has stomach upset. These can make it hard for her to adequately groom herself. Remove fecal balls from the fur. Brush the area around your cat's anus, which might remove some of the small dry fecal balls. If they remain stuck, trim them away using a pair of scissors. Make sure the scissor blades are clear of the skin when you trim. Avoid trimming wet fur. The fur should be dry so you can get scissors beneath the pellets or balls. Spot clean minor fecal staining. If you only see a small patch of fur stained with feces, you can spot clean the area. You'll need a bowl of warm water, cat shampoo, and a cloth. Dip the cloth in the bowl of water and use it to wet the soiled area of fur. Rub shampoo into the area till you get a lather and rinse it well with the cloth. Keep wetting and wringing out the cloth until the water runs clear and the suds are removed. You may find it easier to place your cat's bottom in a basin or sink. This way, you can clean the entire back end if the soiled area is hard to clean with just a cloth. Clean general soiling. Your cat's coat may have general soiling if she's had diarrhea or stomach upset. Blot away the worst of the mess with a disposable kitchen towel. Once most of the mess is removed, wash your cat's bottom with a mild cat shampoo. Gently lather the area around your cat's anus, taking care if it's particularly sensitive. Have someone help you hold your cat while you rinse the shampoo off. Avoid using human shampoo. The pH balance is not formulated for cats and it could irritate your cat's skin. If you can, use a cat shampoo that contains oatmeal. This can help moisturize your cat's sensitive skin. Dry your cat's fur. Using a dry clean towel, gently rub the wet fur to remove most of the water. Toweling should quickly dry the area if you spot cleaned the fur. If you cleaned general soiling from most of her fur, you may want to use a blow dryer on the mildest setting. Brush the fur while you blow dry it to prevent tangling. You may want another person's help in drying your cat if you choose to use the blow dryer. One person should hold the cat firmly, but gently while the other person blow drys and brushes the cat. Remove pollen from dry fur. Take a disposable kitchen towel and wipe it over the pollen on your cat's coat. Try to remove as much of the pollen as you can while the fur is dry. For each wipe, use a new clean area of the paper towel so that you don't simply spread the pollen around. Keep wiping until there is no more pollen on the coat or the towel comes away clean. Try to remove the pollen as soon as you notice it on your cat's fur. This will reduce the chance of your cat grooming herself and accidentally ingesting the toxic poison. If you cannot be certain you have removed all the pollen, fit her with a buster collar to prevent her licking and go to a vet. Make sure the pollen is completely removed. Take a damp cloth and wet your cat's coat. Wipe the cloth over the area to remove any pollen residue. If you still suspect there's pollen on your cat's fur, drizzle water over her coat to rinse away any last pollen particles. Pat the coat dry with clean towels. Don't be alarmed if your cat starts grooming herself after this treatment. You're simply trying to prevent the cat from grooming herself while there's still pollen on her fur. Contact the veterinarian. If you suspect your cat licked her coat before you were able to clean her, remove the remaining pollen and then contact the veterinarian. While you'll need to get your cat to the vet quickly, take the time to remove the pollen first so your cat doesn't ingest more. The vet may need to run blood tests to check your cat's kidneys. Your cat may need to be put on a drip to support her kidney function. Understand the danger of lily pollen to your cat. Avoid keeping lilies in or around your home. If your cat brushes against lilies, she'll groom herself to remove the pollen from her fur. Lily pollen is a serious coat contaminant that can cause kidney failure or poisoning. Other plants that are poisonous to your cat include: Daffodils Tulips Amaryllis Crocus Determine if your cat's fur has petrochemical soiling. Your cat may have gotten petrochemicals on her fur. These chemicals can be toxic or irritate your cat's fur. Irritated or inflamed sore skin can become infected and if the toxin is ingested, your cat may vomit, have diarrhea, or experience organ damage. Common petrochemicals your cat may encounter include: Tar Turpentine Wax Glue Varnish Paint Household cleaners (These may contain benzalkonium chloride which cause caustic burns to the tongue. Your cat may stop eating if exposed to this chemical). Antifreeze Stop your cat from licking herself. If the area soiled with petrochemicals is small, clean the area immediately. However, if you need to get cleaning supplies out and fear your cat may start grooming herself, stop her licking first. The best way to do this is to fit a plastic Buster or Elizabethan collar around her neck. This will keep her from licking her body or paws. If you have neither of these, wrap the cat in a towel and have a friend hold her while you get your cleaning supplies. If you don't have a collar, look where the contamination is and improvise. For example, if the substance is on her body, you might make a body wrap by using a small baby gown, or cutting holes for her legs in a large sock or stocking. If the contaminated area is on her paws, try bandaging them or putting on baby socks and securing them in place with some adhesive bandage material. Trim off the contaminated fur. If the substance has dried and is hard, you'll need to carefully trim off the contaminated fur. Take care never to cut the skin itself, which is easily done if the substance goes right down to the skin. If the tips of the fur are affected, slide a comb between the skin and the contamination. This way, you can cut above the comb and avoid accidentally cutting the skin. Soften and clean the soiled area. If the substance is still soft or is too close to the skin to trim away, then you need to further soften and then bathe away the contamination. Use a hand cleaner used by motor mechanics that is made to dissolve grease and oil. Or, apply a vegetable cooking oil like sunflower, vegetable, or olive oil. Work the oil into the area and as it softens, wipe away the contamination with a dry cloth. Keep repeating the softening and wiping until most of the petrochemicals are removed. Avoid softening the area with tea tree, eucalyptus, or citrus oils since these are toxic to cats. Wash and rinse the contaminated area. Once you've trimmed or softened the soiled area, wash your cat's fur. Wet her coat with warm water and apply a cat shampoo. Rub the shampoo to a lather and rinse with warm water until the water runs clear. The area should be completely clean of petrochemicals and oil (if you used it to soften the substance). Towel dry your cat or use a blow dryer on the cool setting. Avoid using human shampoo. The pH balance is not formulated for cats and it could irritate your cat's skin. | Look for fecal staining. Remove fecal balls from the fur. Spot clean minor fecal staining. Clean general soiling. Dry your cat's fur. Remove pollen from dry fur. Make sure the pollen is completely removed. Contact the veterinarian. Understand the danger of lily pollen to your cat. Determine if your cat's fur has petrochemical soiling. Stop your cat from licking herself. Trim off the contaminated fur. Soften and clean the soiled area. Wash and rinse the contaminated area. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Play-With-Dogs | How to Play With Dogs | To play with dogs, start by letting the dog sniff your hand and give it a gentle scratch behind the ears to gauge its mood, especially if you don't know the dog. Next, talk to the dog in a cheerful, high-pitched voice to get it excited about playing. Then, you can start with a simple game of fetch by throwing a ball or stick, and you can even chase after toys together. Dogs also love playing with rope toys and chew toys! If the dog gets tired, loses interest, or seems overstimulated, take a break from playing. | Ask the dog’s owner if you can pet and play with their dog. Always get permission before petting or playing with a dog. The dog may be a service animal, or the owner may not want their pet interacting with other people. Once you get the owner's express permission, feel free to approach the animal. Similarly, don't offer a dog any treats until the owner gives you permission. Depending on their diet, the dog may not be able to enjoy the treats you have on hand. Encourage the dog to sniff your hand. Hold out your hand around the dog's nose level so they can give it a good sniff. Let the pet smell your hand for several seconds, or until they feel comfortable enough to let you approach. Once the dog is comfortable with your presence, you can pet and engage with the dog more. Dogs have a very strong sense of smell, and tend to identify things by scent. Letting a dog sniff you lets them give you a once-over, and helps put them more at ease. Play with the dog without staring at it or making loud noises. Avert your gaze as you play, and try not to stare at anyone's dog directly. This can come across as intimidating, and the dog may have a negative reaction if they think you're a threat. Instead, look at the dog while they're looking in a different direction. Watch for signs that the dog is uncomfortable or agitated. Pay attention to a dog's ears, which can signal when the animal is angry, nervous, or just uncomfortable. Note that lip-licking and yawning are signs of anxiety and nervousness, while flattened ears and a tucked tail indicate fear. Additionally, if a dog's tail is really stiff while they're wagging it, then the animal is being aggressive. For instance, if a stranger's dog has its tail tucked in, back away since the dog is scared and uncomfortable. Play tug of war to keep the dog engaged. Invite the dog to pull on the end of a toy. Wait for your dog to let go of the toy eventually, then wait a few seconds before declaring a rematch. Try to instigate this game with the dog so you can stay in control. You may need to grab the collar of larger dogs if they refuse to let go of the toy. If you're playing with someone else's dog, ask permission before you do something like this. Tug of war can be played with a variety of objects, like a rope toy or your pet's favorite blanket. Entice the dog with a game of fetch. Toss a flying disk or other fetch-able toy around, then encourage the dog to bring the toy back. If you're playing with your own dog, start by praising the dog for holding the toy. Graduate to running backwards while holding onto a treat so your dog will chase after you while still holding the toy. Some dogs are more into fetching than others. Don't be discouraged if your dog isn't interested in this game right away! Invite the dog to play hide and seek with you. Find a neighboring room or enclosed area to hide while the dog stays in a separate area. Yell the dog's name and praise them with treats once they find you. You can play this inside or outside, depending on your living space. If the dog is really eager, you may need someone to hold them back while you go hide. Impatient dogs may not be a great fit for this kind of game. When playing hide and seek with a smaller dog, you may want to hide close by so the dog doesn't have to search very far. Encourage the dog to search for their favorite toy. Throw or hide the dog's toy somewhere in your living area or out in some open grass. Unlike fetching, invite the dog to sniff around and search for the toy. Use an excited voice so your dog is really engaged and inspired to keep looking. Always hide toys in safe places where you don't mind your dog poking around. Any kind of dog can play this game, though some pets may not have a long enough attention span for this activity. For impatient pups, hide treats or segments of their meal instead of a toy. Supervise while the dog plays with a squeaky toy. Some dogs like to entertain themselves by throwing their squeaky toys in the air and pouncing over them. Keep an eye on dogs as they do this to make sure they don't eat or destroy their toys. Sometimes, dogs will try to remove the squeaker from the toy. Any dog can enjoy a good squeaky toy—just keep in mind that stronger, rambunctious dogs may rip into their toys more quickly than a smaller, mild-mannered dog. Engage the dog with a flirt pole. Find a park or other open area where you can run around with the dog. Hold out a flirt pole, which is a long pole with a lure attached to 1 end. Encourage the dog to change after the lure. You may be able to find this at a pet supply store. A flirt pole may be a great option for a high energy dog, like a Golden Retriever. Blow bubbles to entertain the dog. Take a normal bottle of bubbles and blow a few in your dog's general direction. Some pets will be really entertained by this, and will chase after and try to eat the bubbles. Always use a non-toxic bubble solution that's recommended for children! This is a great option if the weather is too overcast to play outside. Any dog can play with bubbles, though it likely depends on their personality and interest level, and what kinds of games they usually enjoy. Set up a pool and other water games in your yard. Find a kiddie pool and fill it with a few inches or centimeters of water. Encourage your dog to splash around and enjoy the water, especially if the weather is hot. You can also turn the hose on and encourage your dog to splash around with the water. Some dogs aren't a fan of the water, which is totally normal. You can play a different outdoor game with them! This is a great outdoor activity for dogs of all sizes. Stuff a dog toy with treats to keep your dog amused. Find a dog toy with a lot of cracks and openings for dog treats. Let the dog sniff the toy and start rolling and chasing it on their own. The dog may burn a lot of energy just from chasing the toy! If you're playing with someone else's dog, always ask permission before giving treats. Teach your dog the “take” and “leave” commands so they can play safely. Use treats as a way to encourage your dog to “take” and “leave” toys so they don't become possessive during playtime. Place a treat on the ground and wait for your dog to stop going after it—once they stop, reward them with an even better treat. To practice “take it,” let your dog have the initial treat after they stop trying to nose it out of your hand. For instance, try putting a treat in your closed palm, then wait for them to stop sniffing and nudging your hand. Once they behave, open your hand and use a clicker to praise your pet, while saying “take it.” Encourage your dog not to bite during playtime. If your dog bites you, make a loud noise or yell like you're in pain, even if you aren't hurt. Keep your hand still so your dog realizes that biting is hurtful and bad to do. If your pet still isn't getting the idea, ignore them for 10-20 seconds as a brief time-out period. For instance, simply turning away from your dog for 10 seconds can count as a time-out. This is especially important if you have a large and strong breed of dog. Make the toy look exciting so your dog wants to play with it. Don't wave a new toy in your dog's face—instead, hold it gently in your arms and hug it, showing your dog that the toy is valuable. To get your dog interested, drop the toy near them and then pick it up quickly, which further proves your pet that the toy is valuable and interesting. Once your dog is interested, play tug of war to make them even more engaged. The tug of war game should only last a few seconds, or else your dog may get bored of the toy. Hold any dog toys below your waist so your dog isn’t tempted to jump. Keep an eye on where you hold your dog's toy so they aren't tempted to jump or leap onto you. Try to do this whenever you play your dog, so your pet knows that they shouldn't jump around during playtime. This will also make it safer and easier for others to play with your dog. Play for 5-10 minutes and see if your dog is satisfied. Give your dog several minutes of undivided play attention and see if it wears them out. Depending on the size and usual energy level of your pet, you may need to play with your dog for longer before they're satisfied. Active dogs need around 30 minutes of exercise each day, but the amount of playtime your dog needs depends on the other kinds of exercise your dog gets. For instance, if you take your dog on a 20-minute walk, you can dedicate 10 minutes or so to rigorous playtime. Enforce a consistent play schedule if you have multiple dogs. Dedicate certain sections of playtime to each dog, so all your pets get to burn their energy. If one of your dogs runs after a toy that isn't meant for them, call them back and have them sit or lay down. Give that dog a 30-second time-out, then proceed with your usual playtime. | Ask the dog’s owner if you can pet and play with their dog. Encourage the dog to sniff your hand. Play with the dog without staring at it or making loud noises. Watch for signs that the dog is uncomfortable or agitated. Play tug of war to keep the dog engaged. Entice the dog with a game of fetch. Invite the dog to play hide and seek with you. Encourage the dog to search for their favorite toy. Supervise while the dog plays with a squeaky toy. Engage the dog with a flirt pole. Blow bubbles to entertain the dog. Set up a pool and other water games in your yard. Stuff a dog toy with treats to keep your dog amused. Teach your dog the “take” and “leave” commands so they can play safely. Encourage your dog not to bite during playtime. Make the toy look exciting so your dog wants to play with it. Hold any dog toys below your waist so your dog isn’t tempted to jump. Play for 5-10 minutes and see if your dog is satisfied. Enforce a consistent play schedule if you have multiple dogs. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Cellulitis | How to Treat Cellulitis | To treat cellulitis, wash the affected area with warm water and soap, cover the wound with a bandage to prevent the infection from spreading, and see your doctor as soon as possible so you can start a course of oral antibiotics. If your cellulitis is severe, you may be admitted into the hospital overnight to receive intravenous antibiotics. Once you start your treatment, be sure to keep the area covered with a bandage and replace it with a fresh bandage once daily until the wound is healed. | Be aware of the risk factors. Cellulitis is a skin infection that usually occurs on the lower legs or shins. It is caused by the spread of a bacterial infection, usually streptococcus or staphylococcus. There are several risk factors that make it more likely for these bacteria to find an entry point into your skin. An injury in the the affected area. A cut, burn, or scrape breaks the skin and provides a way in for bacteria. A skin condition like eczema, chicken pox, shingles, or patches of very dry skin. Since the outer layer of skin isn't intact, bacteria are more likely to enter the skin. A compromised immune system. If you have HIV/AIDS, diabetes, kidney disease, or another condition that affects your immune system, you're more susceptible to getting a skin infection. Lymphedema, a chronic swelling of the legs or arms. It can cause the skin to crack, leading to infection. Obesity has been connected to an elevated risk of getting cellulitis. If you have had cellulitis in the past, you are prone to develop it again. Look for the symptoms and signs. Cellulitis is most often noticeable as a red, itchy rash that begins to spread in an area where your skin is damaged. If you notice a rash spreading near a cut, burn or area where the skin has been broken, especially if it's located on your lower legs, it may be cellulitis. Look for the following symptoms: A red, itchy, warm rash that continues to spread and swell. The skin may look tight and stretched. Pain, tenderness or soreness near the site of the infection. Chills, fatigue and fever as the infection advances. Confirm the diagnoses of cellulitis. If you notice symptoms of cellulitis, even if the rash hasn't spread very far, it's important to see a doctor right away. That's because if it's allowed to progress, cellulitis can lead to serious complications. Cellulitis may also be an indication that a deeper, more dangerous infection is spreading. When you visit the doctor, explain your symptoms and any signs of cellulitis that you've noticed. In addition to conducting a physical examination, your physician may perform additional tests such as a complete blood count (CBC) or blood culture. Protect those around you. MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is becoming more common and it is contagious. Do not share any personal items, such as razors, towels, or clothing. Also, make sure that anyone who cares for your cellulitis wears gloves before touching you cellulitis and before touching anything that might be contaminated. Wash your cellulitis. Wash with regular body soap and water, and rinse. You can then wrap a cool, damp cloth around the cellulitis to make it more comfortable. You should still make a doctor's appointment, but washing will help keep the infection from spreading. Cover your wound. Until your skin scabs over, you need to protect the open wound. Apply a bandage, and change it once daily. This will help keep you protected while your body is building up natural defenses. Wash your hands regularly. You don't want to spread additional bacteria to your vulnerable wound. You also don't want to risk transmitting bacteria to another open wound on your body. Make sure to wash your hands before and after you are treating your wound. Take simple pain medications. If your wound is painful or swollen, simple acetaminophen or ibuprofen will reduce swelling and discomfort. Take only the recommended dose. Abandon this regimen when and if your doctor recommends a prescription. Take antibiotics. This is the most common treatment for cellulitis. Treatment depends on the severity of the infection and your health, but it usually includes a prescription for oral antibiotics that will kill the infection. Cellulitis should begin to retreat within a few days, and disappear altogether within seven to ten days. Your doctor may advise you to take 500mg of cephalexin by mouth every six hours. If MRSA is suspected, then your doctor may prescribe Bactrim, Clindamycin, Doxycycline, or Minocycline. Bactrim is most often prescribed for MRSA. Your physician will ask you to follow up within two to three days to report on the progress of the cellulitis. If it seems to be retreating, you'll need to take the full course of antibiotics (usually for 14 days) to ensure the infection is completely gone. Do not stop taking the antibiotics or skip doses because this can make it harder to treat the infection. Your physician will prescribe oral antibiotics if you are healthy and your infection is limited to the skin, but if the infection seems to be deeper and you're experiencing other symptoms, oral antibiotics won't be fast-acting enough. Get treated for severe cellulitis. In extreme cases, when the cellulitis has advanced deeper into the body, it may be necessary to receive treatment overnight in the hospital. Antibiotics will be administered intravenously or by injection to clear up the infection more quickly than if oral antibiotics were used. Clean your wounds carefully. Cellulitis occurs most often when an open wound isn't properly dressed, leaving the skin open to bacterial infection. The best way to prevent this from happening is to take immediate measures to clean your wounds the second you get a scrape, cut or burn. Wash the wound with soap and water. Continue washing it daily until it heals. If the wound is large or deep, bandage it with sterile gauze. Change the bandage daily until the wound has healed. Elevate your legs. Poor circulation may slow down your healing time, but elevating the area where you have cellulitis may help. For example, if you have cellulitis on your legs, then elevating them may help to improve blood flow and promote healing. Try placing your legs up on a couple of pillows while you are in bed. Monitor the wound for signs of infection. Check the wound every day when you remove the bandage to make sure it's healing properly. If it begins to swell, turn red or become itchy, you may need to seek medical treatment. If the wound seems to be draining, that's another sign that it might be infected, so make an appointment with your physician right away. Keep your skin healthy. Since cellulitis commonly affects people with skin disorders, taking good care of your skin is an important preventative measure. If your skin is sensitive or dry, or you have diabetes, eczema or another disorder that affects the skin, use the following techniques to keep your skin intact and prevent cellulitis from taking hold. Moisturize your skin to keep it from flaking, and drink plenty of fluids to hydrate your body. Protect your feet by wearing socks and sturdy shoes. Trim your toenails carefully so as not to accidentally cut your skin. Treat athlete's foot promptly, so it doesn't turn into a more severe infection. Treat lymphedema to prevent your skin from cracking. Avoid activities that lead to cuts and nicks on your legs and feet (hiking through brushy areas, gardening, and so on). | Be aware of the risk factors. Look for the symptoms and signs. Confirm the diagnoses of cellulitis. Protect those around you. Wash your cellulitis. Cover your wound. Wash your hands regularly. Take simple pain medications. Take antibiotics. Get treated for severe cellulitis. Clean your wounds carefully. Elevate your legs. Monitor the wound for signs of infection. Keep your skin healthy. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Sleeveless-Shirt | How to Make a Sleeveless Shirt | To make a sleeveless shirt, choose a shirt with sleeves that you want to alter, turn it inside-out so you can see the seams clearly, and place it on a flat surface. Next, use sharp scissors to cut multiple strips into both sleeves, perpendicular to the seams. Be careful not to cut into the shoulder seams! Then, trim off the strips as close to the edge as possible, pulling them tightly as you cut them. Finally, clean up any loose or straggling threads before trying on your new sleeveless shirt! | Choose which shirt you would like to make sleeveless. Almost any shirt lends itself to becoming sleeveless, but there are some common options. T-shirts Old blouses Long-sleeved shirts Turn your shirt inside out and lay it on a flat surface. It is important that the surface is flat so that you cut the shirt evenly. Cut strips into the sleeves, perpendicular to the seam. This is why the shirt needs to be inside out, so you can see the seam more clearly. Use sharp scissors to cut many strips into the sleeves, cutting straight up to the shoulder seam and stopping. When you are done, the sleeves should look like fringe hanging from the shirt. This helps the shirt lose its curve around the shoulder seam so that it lays flatter and allows for a straighter cut. Trim off the strips that you made in the sleeves. Using your scissors, make your way around the seam cutting off each strip carefully, as close to the edge as possible. Avoid cutting into the shoulder seam, because that will cause fraying and may cause the shirt to unravel later. Pull the strips tight as you cut, which will help make a clean, straight cut. Clean up the seams if necessary. If you do have any straggling threads or uneven edges, you'll want to remove those with the scissors in order to avoid fraying and unraveling later. Take your scissors carefully along the edge at the shoulder seam, trimming up anything that needs to be cleaned up. Your shirt is now sleeveless but still has the seams intact in order to help the shirt last longer. When the seams are cut off, the shirt tends to come apart quickly. Select which shirt you would like to turn into a sleeveless tank. An old t-shirt is the best option for this method, as other shirts might have wider necklines that won't lend as well to making a tank. The way this method differs from Method 1 is that in the first method, the shirt still came out to the edge of your shoulder and simply had the sleeves removed. In this method, we are removing both the sleeves and the neckline to make a tank. Men's style t-shirts are a good option, because they tend to be looser-fitting than women's t-shirts. Lay your shirt on a flat surface. It is important that the surface is flat so that you cut the shirt evenly. Cut out the neck of the shirt just below the seam. Be sure to stick close to the seam, because this creates a wider neck opening than it seems. Stay within ¼ inch of the seam. The cut doesn't have to be perfectly “straight,” especially if you're going for more of a grunge look. This means that the cut doesn't have to maintain the exact same distance from the seam all the way around the neckline. Pull the shirt tight while you cut to avoid bunching and to make cutting easier. Trim off the sleeves starting at the armpit. Unlike with the neckline cut, you will not follow the curve of the sleeve for this cut. Start at the armpit and cut with a slight curve up toward the middle of the distance between the neck and the sleeve. You want to leave a good width for the strap of the tank, which should be about an inch-and-a-half or more. Pull the sleeves tight while you cut to avoid bunching and to make the cutting easier. Hem the new edges of the tank to avoid fraying on those edges. A double-turn hem is a simple and quick way to seal these new edges. Fold your new edge to the inside of the shirt ¼ inch and press. Then, fold it in again another ¼ inch and press again. Use your sewing machine and its presser foot, also known as a rolled hem foot, to sew the folds down for the hem. Repeat on all edges, including both new armholes and the neckline. Hemming is not necessary if you want your tank to have a grunge look. Choose what t-shirt you would like to cut to make a muscle tee. This style of sleeveless shirt is popular with people who workout frequently because it allows for more breathability. Loose-fitting t-shirts are the best open for this style, especially if they are a bit big. The idea of this shirt is to have a baggy, open shirt in which to do strenuous activity, like weight lifting or manual labor. This is the easiest method of making a sleeveless shirt, because it only requires two simple cuts. Measure up about six inches from the bottom of the shirt to start your cut. This will allow for a large open side in the shirt. This also ensures that you do not cut the side of the shirt completely open. Cut into the side of the shirt, cutting upward at a slight angle. Remember that you are not making this into a tank, so the width of the shirt at the shoulder should still be a good 3-4 inches wide. When you get up to the sleeve at the shoulder, you should have about an inch of fabric still attached to the sleeve as it is cut off. This allows for more fabric to be attached to the neckline, creating a muscle tee. Pull the shirt tight as you cut to help keep a mostly straight cut. The new edges of the shirt will likely curl in on themselves a bit, but the cut should still be as straight as you can make it. Hem the edges, if you would like to keep the shirt from fraying. A simple double-turn hem does the trick with minimal sewing. Fold your new edge to the inside of the shirt ¼ inch and press. Then, fold it in again another ¼ inch and press again. Use your sewing machine and its presser foot, also known as a rolled hem foot, to sew the folds down for the hem. Repeat on the other armhole. Find a sewing pattern for a sleeved shirt and a fabric to use. If you like to make your own clothes, this is a method in which you can turn a sleeved pattern into a sleeveless one. Almost any pattern of sleeved shirt will work for this. Be sure that you are buying a pattern for the style of shirt you want (e.g. men's, women's, baby's, child's, et cetera). Buy enough fabric to make the entire shirt so that you can avoid sewing scraps together. Reduce the width of your pattern at the shoulder by making new marks on it. Remember that a sleeved shirt extends the width of the shoulder all the way to the tip, but sleeveless shirts usually do not. Use a pencil to make your new markings. How much you shorten the width is up to you, but keep in mind that you will lose an additional 3/8 inch when you finish the seam on the sleeveless arm hole. Try to make about the same new angle and curve on both sleeves so that they look the same. You may want to curve the front of the shirt a bit more than the back, simply for aesthetics. Cut your pattern along the new lines. Before you start cutting your chosen fabric, you need to cut out your new pattern. Carefully cut along your new lines, keeping your new curves as much as possible. Prepare your pattern to trace onto the fabric. Trace your pattern onto the fabric. There are a variety of tools you can use to do this, but it is most important to use a tool that will wash out or leave no mark, if possible. If it is a tool that claims to be washable, do a trial run first by marking an old shirt or scrap piece of fabric and washing it. Washable pens Tracing wheel and dressmaker's carbon Hera marker Chalk pencil Tailor's chalk Tailor's tacks Trim two extra strips of fabric on the bias in order to finish the armholes. This is a type of finish on the armholes that will give them a polished look. Measure your armholes and then add 3-4 inches to account for sewing. The fabric strips should be about an inch wide. These strips are also known as “binding.” Follow the directions of the pattern to sew most of the shirt together, including the neckline. Stop once you have reached the point of sewing the shoulder and side seams together. Fold and press your binding to begin the process of finishing the armholes. Lay your strips flat with the patterned side down. Fold one edge of the binding ¼ inch over the non-patterned side, and then press it flat. Repeat with the second strip of binding. Pin the binding around the armholes. Start at the side seam. Leave at least an inch of excess fabric hanging before inserting the first pin at the side seam. Put the unfolded edge of the binding along the edge of the armhole, so that the folded edge is closer to the breast of the shirt. The right sides of the shirt and the binding should be together, meaning that the patterned side of the binding should be against the patterned side of the shirt, which should be right side out. Continue to pin the binding all the way around the armhole. Make a small mark on the binding where it meets the side seam. Use a washable pen or other fabric-friendly tool to do this. Repeat this on the binding of the other armhole. This is where you will sew the two ends together so that they will meet along the side seam. Pull the bias tape, or the binding, away from the shirt. You may need to remove a couple of pins in order to do this. Sew the bias tape, with the patterned sides touching, at the marks you made on the fabric. Trim any excess fabric off after sewing (remember that you left at least an inch before pinning). Press open the small bit of fabric left after sewing and trimming and pin it to the armhole at the side seam. Sew all the way around the armhole. Leave 3/8 inch distance between the seam you are making and the edge. A sewing machine is recommended for this process, as it will be faster and straighter. Press the binding away from the shirt at the new seam you just made. You should now have a small “sleeve” sticking out from the armhole and are ready to finish off the armhole. Flip the shirt inside out after doing this. Fold the binding again along the ¼ inch edge that you made previously, and then fold it again along the seam. Pin all the way around the armhole, with the binding folded in twice around it. Use a sewing machine to stitch the armhole closed around the folded edge. This is the last step in polishing the arm hole on a sleeveless shirt made from scratch. Repeat the process on the other armhole. Press the new seam around the armhole one more time to give it a crisp edge, and you are done. | Choose which shirt you would like to make sleeveless. Turn your shirt inside out and lay it on a flat surface. Cut strips into the sleeves, perpendicular to the seam. Trim off the strips that you made in the sleeves. Clean up the seams if necessary. Select which shirt you would like to turn into a sleeveless tank. Lay your shirt on a flat surface. Cut out the neck of the shirt just below the seam. Trim off the sleeves starting at the armpit. Hem the new edges of the tank to avoid fraying on those edges. Choose what t-shirt you would like to cut to make a muscle tee. Measure up about six inches from the bottom of the shirt to start your cut. Cut into the side of the shirt, cutting upward at a slight angle. Hem the edges, if you would like to keep the shirt from fraying. Find a sewing pattern for a sleeved shirt and a fabric to use. Reduce the width of your pattern at the shoulder by making new marks on it. Cut your pattern along the new lines. Trace your pattern onto the fabric. Trim two extra strips of fabric on the bias in order to finish the armholes. Follow the directions of the pattern to sew most of the shirt together, including the neckline. Fold and press your binding to begin the process of finishing the armholes. Pin the binding around the armholes. Make a small mark on the binding where it meets the side seam. Pull the bias tape, or the binding, away from the shirt. Sew all the way around the armhole. Press the binding away from the shirt at the new seam you just made. Use a sewing machine to stitch the armhole closed around the folded edge. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Banana-Peel-Tea | How to Make Banana Peel Tea | To make banana peel tea, remove the peels from 4 fresh, organic bananas and place them on a baking sheet. Next, bake the banana peels for about 1 hour at 150ºF until they get dry, which will pasteurize them. Then, pulverize the peels, one at a time, in your blender. Add 1 heaping teaspoon of the pulverized peel to your mug and pour hot water over it. Finally, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh coffee strainer before enjoying the tea. | Freeze the banana peels. As you eat bananas, peel off labels. Throw peels into your freezer. Thaw the banana peels. Fill a pan when you have enough peels. Let them thaw in your pan for an hour or two. They should turn black. Pasteurize the thawed peels. Put the peels in an oven at pasteurization temperature (~65C/150ºF). Bake until dry. This should take less than one hour. Crack and shred your peels by hand just a bit. Pulverize one peel at a time in the blender, adding up to four peels before emptying your blender. Store in a closed container in a cool, dark place. Glass jars (with or without gasket seals) are an excellent choice. Pour hot water over one heaping teaspoon of the blended peel. That is about as strong as a black tea bag. Always adjust amounts to your taste. Strain through a fine-mesh coffee strainer. The strainer can be lined with a paper coffee filter as well. Alternatively, put the pulverized peels in a tea bomb, then submerge the bomb in hot water and let steep for a short while. Enjoy before bedtime, to help send you into a good night's sleep. | Freeze the banana peels. Thaw the banana peels. Pasteurize the thawed peels. Crack and shred your peels by hand just a bit. Pulverize one peel at a time in the blender, adding up to four peels before emptying your blender. Store in a closed container in a cool, dark place. Pour hot water over one heaping teaspoon of the blended peel. Strain through a fine-mesh coffee strainer. Enjoy before bedtime, to help send you into a good night's sleep. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Gain-Weight-Fast-(for-Women) | How to Gain Weight Fast (for Women) | If you're a woman and you want to gain weight fast, try adding an extra 500 calories to your diet every day. If you want to do this in a healthy way, obtain these calories from nutrient-dense foods like whole grain bread and pasta, avocados, and hummus. Cook with oil and butter whenever you can, and try adding in high-calorie toppings like cheese, nuts, cream cheese, or butter on top of dishes you already enjoy. | Consume an additional 500 calories per day. It is generally safe to gain 1–2 pounds (0.45–0.91 kg) per week. To reach this goal, add an extra 500 calories to your diet every day. The healthiest way to do this is to eat more nutrient-dense foods. To keep track of what you're eating, use a health app, such as MyFitnessPal. Write down everything you eat and how much exercise you do. Once a week, record your weight. Talk with your doctor or a registered dietitian to determine your ideal weight. You can also calculate your healthy weight with a Body Mass Index (BMI) calculator. For most people, a healthy BMI falls between 18.5-24.9. Increase your portion size. Eat a second helping of food or add more food to your plate when you begin. If you're finding it hard to eat a larger meal, skip snacks so that you have more of an appetite at mealtime. If eating a double portion is too much, try increasing the portion over time. Start with an extra scoop of rice or add a sweet potato on the side. As time goes on, slowly add more food to your meal. Eat several small meals if you don’t like larger meals. For some people, eating larger portion sizes may not be an appealing option. Instead of increasing portion sizes, try to eat 6 smaller meals throughout the day. These meals can include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 3 snacks. As a general rule, eat once every 3-4 hours pass while awake. Avoid drinking 30 minutes before a meal. Liquids can fill you up, making it harder for you to finish a full meal. Wait until after you have finished eating to get a drink. Indulge in a snack before bed. If you eat a snack or small meal before bed, your body won't have a chance to burn it off before you sleep. Additionally, the body builds more muscle during sleep. Eating a snack before bed supplies your body with the nutrients it needs to build more lean muscle as you sleep. If you enjoy dessert, save it for bedtime. You might eat a bowl of fruit, a serving of ice cream, or a few pieces of chocolate. If you prefer savory foods, try eating a bowl of pasta or cheese and crackers. Stimulate your appetite before eating meals. There are many things you can do to feel hungrier before eating. These tricks can help you eat more at a meal. Some easy ways to increase your appetite include: Take a short walk before meals. Exercise can help you feel hungrier. Prepare foods that you enjoy. Make your favorite comfort food to encourage yourself to eat it all. Try new recipes. This can help you feel more excited about trying your meal. Eat in a calm, comfortable atmosphere. If you're tense or distracted, you may not want to eat as much. Consume high-calorie and nutrient-dense foods. Fast food and processed meals may be high in calories, but they provide empty calories that don't contain many nutrients. Nutrient-dense foods pack in more calories and more good fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals. For grains, eat heavy breads like whole wheat and pumpernickel. Bran muffins, whole wheat bread, and wheat germ are also good choices. When it comes to fruit, choose bananas, pineapples, raisins, dried fruit, and avocados. In general, starchy fruits are preferable to water-rich fruits, like watermelon or oranges, as they contain more calories and nutrients. For vegetables, try peas, corn, potatoes, and winter squash. As with fruit, starchy vegetables are better than water-rich vegetables. Within the dairy group, consider cheese, ice cream, frozen yogurt, and whole milk. Aim for 3 food groups in a meal. When eating a snack or meal, don't just eat 1 type of food. Incorporate a few different food groups into each meal. This will increase the calorie count while making it easier for you to eat more. For example, don't just eat toast. Try topping the toast with peanut butter and adding sliced bananas on top. Or place sliced avocado on top with a glass of kefir on the side. If you enjoy eggs in the morning, try scrambling them with peppers and sausage. Instead of just eating a cup of yogurt, sprinkle granola and berries on top. Drink more of your food if you struggle with solid meals. Sometimes, it can be hard to motivate yourself to eat extra snacks. Try drinking high-calorie drinks in between meals if you can't stomach a snack. Smoothies are great, especially those made with whole fruits and vegetables and yogurt. Juice made from real fruit adds extra vitamins and fiber to your meal. Milk, milkshakes, protein shakes are also good options. Add extra ingredients to meals. You can stir high-calorie, nutritious foods or powders into your favorite meals to add extra calories without making you feel much fuller. Some great ways to do this include: Stir powdered milk into beverages, soups, stews, and sauces. Sprinkle nuts over your salad or cereal. Stir ground flaxseed into salads, cereals, and smoothies. Sprinkle cheese over your casseroles, soups, scrambled eggs, salads, and sandwiches. Spread butter, nut butter, or cream cheese over toast, crackers, or rolls. Cook with oil and butter. Cooking foods in oil and butter will increase a dish's total number of calories without adding more food to your plate. Good fats to cook with include: Olive oil, which contains 119 calories per 1 Tbsp (15 ml). Canola oil, which contains 120 calories per 1 Tbsp (15 ml). Coconut oil, which contains 117 calories per 1 Tbsp (15 ml). Butter, which contains 102 calories per 1 Tbsp (15 ml). Consume more protein if you want to build muscle. Muscle weighs more than body fat, which means that building muscle is a great way to gain weight without gaining fat. Protein is essential to helping your body build muscle mass. Lean meats and eggs are great sources of protein. Some good vegetarian options include peas, nuts, hummus, and beans. Protein bars and shakes make for great snacks. They pack in extra protein and other nutrients. Treat any underlying medical conditions. Certain medications and conditions can make it hard to gain weight. If this is the case, make sure you're treating your medical condition. Talk to your doctor to find the right options for you. If you have lost a significant amount of weight without explanation, see your doctor to make sure that you do not have an underlying condition, such as a thyroid or digestive disorder. Talk to a registered dietitian. A registered dietitian can help you design meal plans to help you reach your weight goals in a healthy manner. They can also provide advice about exercising or stimulating your appetite. Ask your doctor to refer you to a registered dietitian. Quit smoking. Smoking suppresses your appetite and can affect your sense of taste and smell. Talk to your doctor to discuss strategies for quitting smoking. Your doctor may be able to prescribe a path or pill to help you quit. If you cannot quit smoking, try to avoid smoking for an hour or 2 before you eat a meal. Start strength training to build muscle. While not the fastest option, strength training is a good idea if you want to keep weight on long-term. Exercise is a good way to whet your appetite. Strength training, in particular, is especially good because it allows you to gain weight by building your muscles. Weight training is a great place to start. You can also do body weight exercises like yoga or Pilates. Avoid too much cardio or aerobic exercise, as they may prevent you from gaining weight. Eating extra protein is especially important if you plan to build muscle mass through exercise. Good strength training exercises include squats, deadlifts, overhead presses, bench presses, barbell rows, dips, chin-ups, crunches, bicep curls, leg presses, and leg curls. | Consume an additional 500 calories per day. Increase your portion size. Eat several small meals if you don’t like larger meals. Avoid drinking 30 minutes before a meal. Indulge in a snack before bed. Stimulate your appetite before eating meals. Consume high-calorie and nutrient-dense foods. Aim for 3 food groups in a meal. Drink more of your food if you struggle with solid meals. Add extra ingredients to meals. Cook with oil and butter. Consume more protein if you want to build muscle. Treat any underlying medical conditions. Talk to a registered dietitian. Quit smoking. Start strength training to build muscle. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Hindu | How to Be a Hindu | Before you become a Hindu follower, study to learn and appreciate the main concepts of Hinduism. For example, learn about how Karma is a Hindu system of cause-and-effect where one's actions influence what happens in their life. To deepen your understanding of the faith, read major sacred texts of Hinduism, including the Bhagavad Gita. When you are ready to convert to Hinduism, join a Hindu community to gain acceptance and help from other practicing members. You will also need to adopt a Hindu name and perform a legal name change. | Study the main concepts of Hinduism. Hindu is one of the oldest religions in the world, originating before recorded history on the Indian subcontinent. It's vital to begin your entry into this religion through an appreciation of its foundation elements. The Trimūrti is a concept in Hinduism "in which the cosmic functions of creation, maintenance, and destruction are personified by the forms of Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver and Shiva the destroyer or transformer." However in most Puranic texts, Brahma's creative activity depends on the presence and power of a higher god. Traditionally, Hinduism prescribed a strictly ordered social varna system with 4 main groups: Brahmin (priests), Kshatriyas (nobles and warriors or leaders), Vaishyas (craftsmen and farmers or profit-minded), and Shudras (skilled/unskilled laborers). With possible myth, a fifth “untouchable” class which is said to be outside of the Varna system, doesn't exist. Hindu religion doesn't divide people into categories and classes. The Varna system defines one's varna quotient and one can possess all varna quotient with one or more prominent. Karma refers to a cause-and-effect system where one's deeds and acts influence what happens in life. Each person creates their own destiny through their actions in life: if one conducts good deeds, they will reap good consequences later on in life. Dharma refers to God's divine law which orders the cosmos. When we follow dharma, our souls are brought into harmony and advanced towards God, truth, and righteousness. Reincarnation , also known as punarjanma, is a cyclic process of birth, life, death, and rebirth. Instead of an afterlife, as is found in Judeo-Christian religions, Hindus believe that the immortal soul continues to exist after the death of the body, and is reborn into subsequent new bodies. The actions that one completes in life (their karma) influence how the souls is reborn (for example, as a lower order life-form). Once one resolves or “perfects” their karma, the soul breaks free from the reincarnation cycle. Hindus also traditionally believe in Chakras. There are 7 Chakras, or energy centers, located throughout the body and connected to one's spirit. Believers can purify or open up their Chakras through yoga mediation. While there is a wide array of perspectives on the “Divine” as well as a host of deity figures, all Hindus worship a Supreme Being who is unchanging, all-present, timeless, formless, and pure love. Embrace pluralism. More than most major religions, Hinduism accepts and even celebrates pluralism. It is open to multiple types of practices and traditions. The Hindu phrase, “May good thoughts come to us from all sides,” reflects this open and accepting nature. It indicates that all can (and should) seek out enlightenment from multiple sources and perspectives rather than from one dogma. Hindus do not ascribe to any one creed, and do not believe that there is any one singular view, reality, or way to reach God. Contemporary Hindus tend to practice tolerance and acceptance as an important religious virtue, rather than being exclusionary or narrow-minded. Learn about the main denominations. There are 4 main denominations within Hinduism. Though each have their differences, they also share a common purpose: to further the soul's journey towards its divine destiny. Under Shaivism , Hindus worship the Supreme God as Shiva, (“the Compassionate One”). Shaivite Hindus value self discipline, follow a guru, worship in a temple, and practice yoga in order become one with Shiva. Followers of Shaktism worship the Supreme as the Divine Mother, Shakti or Devi, and use chants, magic, yoga, and other rituals to channel cosmic forces and awaken one's spine Chakra. In Vaishnavism , worshipers seek the Supreme as Lord Vishnu and His incarnations, Krishna and Rama. Vaishnavites are deeply devotional and invested in saints, temples, and scriptures. Followers of Smartism , worship the Supreme in one of six forms: Ganesha, Shiva, Shakti, Vishnu, Surya and Skanda. They accept all the major Hindu Gods and are thus known as the most liberal or nonsectarian Hindus. They follow a philosophical, meditative path and strive after oneness with God through understanding. Read the major sacred texts of Hinduism. These texts were written at different times in Hindu history and offer different perspectives on Hindu tenets. The Bhagavad Gita (usually considered part of larger book, Mahabharata), is a central text of Hinduism. It is structured as a philosophical dialog between the deity Krishna and the warrior Arjuna. The Bhagavad Gita is consider to be the most popular and accessible of the sacred texts and is the ideal book to start with as a beginner interested in Hinduism. The Vedas are another primary Hindu text. There are 4 books in the '''Vedas'''(the Rig Veda, Sama Veda, Yajur Veda and Atharva Veda) which contain hymns, incantations, rituals, a unique view of everyday life in ancient India. The Upanishads detail how the soul (Atman) can be united with the ultimate truth (Brahman). This is accomplished through contemplation and mediation, as well as establishing good karma. The Puranas offer a narrative history of the Universe from creation to destruction, as well as tales of kings, heroes, and demigods. Familiarize yourself with the Hindu deities. In the Hindu pantheon, God takes on many forms and appears as several deities. While it is commonly stated that there are 330 million Hinduism deities, there are some main or more recognizable ones that you should try to learn. Ganesha (elephant god) is the son of Shiva and considered to be the god of success, prosperity and divinity. Before starting any main activity (like a new business, purchasing/building a house, doing daily pooja, etc.) Ganesha is the first to be worshipped. Brahma is the creator of all reality. Vishnu is the preserver of order. Shiva is the God of Gods. He is also tasked with the destruction of the universe, so it can be remade. Saraswati"' is the Goddess of knowledge, music, arts and wisdom and consort of Brahma. Lakshmi is the Goddess of all wealth and consort of Vishnu. Parvati/Durga is the Goddess of Power, strength and valour and consort of Shiva Join a Hindu community. This is the first step in completing an “ethical conversion” to Hinduism. Search the internet for Hindu temples in your area and stop by to learn more about them and their services. The goal of joining a Hindu community is to become accepted by your local practicing members, as well as gain their help in completing the daily and constant rituals (see section on Practicing Hinduism). If there are no Hindu temples in your area, you can always join an online community, so that you can at least connect with fellow followers virtually.You can also call a priest over and make a praying area for pujas in a small part of the house. Distinguish between your past and present beliefs. The next step towards conversion is to create a point-counterpoint list of the beliefs help by your previous religion (if you had one) and the belief of Hindu. This exercise will help you take stock of what you will be leaving behind and embracing through your conversion. Sever from former mentors. An important element of Hindu philosophy is detachment, and you can start to practice this by leaving behind mentors and sources of influence from your former life, especially if they are not supportive of your conversion decision. Converts from former religions are encouraged to share their desires to join Hinduism with their past religious mentors, and allow their mentors to try to change their mind. Converts are to request a letter of severance from their past religious mentors, indicating that they have terminated their involvement with that religion in order to become a Hindu. Adopt a Hindu name. Coverts are asked to perform a legal name change and take on a Hindu name as part of their conversion process. Hindu names are usually based on Sanskrit or Indian name, and are especially drawn from Hindu deities and mythologies. Technically, one is asked to change both their first and last name, and to make these legal changes on all their documents (driver's license, passport, work documents, etc.) Popular Hindu first names for boys include Aarav (Peaceful, wisdom, musical note), Vivaan (First rays of the sun, full of life), and Aditya (the sun). For girls, popular first names include Saanvi (Goddess Lakshmi), Aanya (grace), and Aadhya (Goddess Durga). Have a traditional Hindu name-giving ceremony. This ceremony, also called a nama karan sanskara, is performed at the temple and is where the new Hindu name is conferred, vows are taken, and the certificate of conversion is signed. Publicly announce your conversion. After all the previous steps are completed, the new convert is asked to publish a 3-day announcement in their local newspaper proclaiming their name change and conversion. This announcement should be copied and saved for proof of conversion. Enjoy a “welcoming” ceremony. To celebrate your home coming into the Hinduism, a traditional vratyastoma ceremony is thrown in your honor. Uphold nonviolence and be kind to all living things. Hindus believe that all life is sacred and therefore should be loved and revered. As a practicing Hindu, try to be sensitive to all life forms, big and small. Practice nonviolence (ahimsa) in thought, word and deed. In other words, try not to be hurtful or harmful to other living things in the things you do, say, or think. Consider becoming vegetarian. Many Hindus, though not all, practice vegetarianism as a way to show care and respect for animal life. Though all animals are considered sacred in Hindu culture, cows are especially revered as holy. According to an ancient Hindu story, the original cow, Mother Surabhi, was a treasure churned from the cosmic ocean. Beef is never eaten in Hindu cuisine, though the 5 byproducts of cows -- milk, curd, butter (ghee), urine, and dung -- are revered as sacramental objects. It is considered an important and holy duty (a dharma) to feed animals. Many Hindu households will ritualistically offer food to ants, for example, or offer sweet delicacies to elephants on special holidays. Perform the 5 daily duties (pancha maha yajnas). These daily duties, or homages, are performed by every Hindu householder. Brahma Yajna involves paying homage to Brahman by teaching and studying scriptures. Deva Yajna involves paying homage to Gods and universe elementals by building fire. Pitri Yajna involves paying homage to the ancestors through the offering of water. Nara Yajna involves paying respects to human guests, helping the poor and downtrodden Bhuta Yajna involves paying homage to beings by offering food to all creatures. Practice the 5 constant duties (pancha nithya karma). In addition to the 5 daily homages listed above, Hindus practice 5 karmas, or pious acts, as listed below. One should pursue righteousness (dharma) and live a virtuous life of purity, respect, self-control, detachment, selflessness, and striving towards truth. One should partake in pilgrimages (tirthayatra) where you regularly visit holy persons, temples, and sacred pilgrimage sites. Such journeys provide freedom from routine life and thereby freshen the mind. Pilgrimages also help to create a sense of togetherness in the family, since all members undertake the pilgrimages together. One should keep the Holy Days (Uthsava) by participating in festivals, celebrating holy days in the home or temple, and observe fasts. Hindu sages tell us that occasional fasting prevents bodily diseases, restores the body's healing power, and heals the mind by removing lust, anger, hatred, pride, and jealousy. One should perform the sacraments (samskaras) as outlined in the scriptures and that mark an individual's passage through life. One should proclaim that “God is in all” (Sarva Brahma) and look for God in all beings. Worship the gods through Puja. Puja is the central act of Hindu worship. Puja can take place be in a temple setting or at home. In puja, one worships a Hindu god by bathing a statue/reliquary of it in milk, curds, honey, butter, and water before dressing it in rich fabrics and anointing it with jewelry, flowers, sandalwood, and incense. Take up other Hindu practices. In addition to these traditional practices, consider following other Hindu acts which are becoming increasingly popular in mainstream culture. Ayurveda is an ancient Hindu system of holistic healing and wellness that is finding new popularity in the west today. Hatha Yoga has been adapted from Hindu practice as a way to bring meditative movement to the masses. Saying the “Namaste” greeting while bringing together both palms of the hands before the heart has become popularized as a humble way of greeting people. | Study the main concepts of Hinduism. Embrace pluralism. Learn about the main denominations. Read the major sacred texts of Hinduism. Familiarize yourself with the Hindu deities. Join a Hindu community. Distinguish between your past and present beliefs. Sever from former mentors. Adopt a Hindu name. Have a traditional Hindu name-giving ceremony. Publicly announce your conversion. Enjoy a “welcoming” ceremony. Uphold nonviolence and be kind to all living things. Perform the 5 daily duties (pancha maha yajnas). Practice the 5 constant duties (pancha nithya karma). Worship the gods through Puja. Take up other Hindu practices. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Fast | How to Fast | While you're fasting, drink plenty of water, which will keep you hydrated and curb your food cravings as you stop eating. You should also start eating smaller meals in the days and weeks before your fast, since eating large meals will enlarge your stomach and only make you hungrier. Additionally, stop snacking as much as you can, which is a good way to practice restraint for your fast. Besides changing your diet, try to get plenty of sleep both before and during your fast to avoid excess hunger caused by sleep deprivation. Above all, make sure to avoid doing anything strenuous as you ease into your fast so you don't hurt yourself or get sick. | Consult your doctor, especially if you have any medical issues. Talk to a doctor to make sure fasting won't adversely affect your health. Undergoing a fast can take a dangerous toll on your body if you have a history of medical issues. Additionally, pregnant women, children, and the elderly should avoid fasting. If you're concerned about fasting for spiritual purposes, remember that most religions allow exceptions for children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people who aren't healthy enough to fast. Prepare your body to fast gradually. If you've never fasted before before, it's difficult to predict how your body will respond. Start small instead of cutting out food altogether for an extended period. You'll have a better chance at safely sticking with a fast if you ease yourself into it. You might want to start by gradually phasing out a few foods or reducing your calorie consumption for 1 day. For example, try cutting added sugars from your diet for a week, or eat 50% fewer calories for 1 day. Ready your kitchen for fasting. Whether you're fasting to lose weight, to build discipline, or for religious purposes, do your best to rid your kitchen of temptations. If you leave tempting foods and drinks lying around the house, fasting will be a much harder experience. Avoid purchasing prohibited items before your fast, and give any on hand to friends or family. Keep in mind you should still have food in your fridge and pantry. If you're observing Ramadan, for example, make sure you have fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy protein sources for iftar and suhoor. If you're Christian and gave up candy and chocolate for Lent, don't leave these items sitting out on the counter. Give any on hand away or and do your best to keep the items you've given up out of sight and out of mind. Avoid doing high-energy activities during your fast. Make adjustments during your fast, and try not to overexert yourself. Since you're not taking in an ordinary amount of nutrients and calories, demanding activities could lead to weakness, dizziness, or fainting. Absolute fasting might not be wise if your occupation involves hard labor or if demanding activities are otherwise unavoidable. Distract yourself if you feel tempted to cheat. Daydreaming about feasts will only increase your cravings, so do your best to get tempting foods and drinks off of your mind. If you feel tempted to indulge, tell yourself, “Stop. I can control my thoughts, and I'm committed to this fast.” Try doing a light activity, such as playing a game, listening to music, gardening, or writing. Spending time with a friend or relative might be a good distraction, as long as they know you're fasting. You wouldn't want them to suggest going out to dinner or grabbing ice cream cones. Avoid watching TV, since the commercials may tempt you with images of food and people eating. There might be a lot of food-related posts on social media, too. Try reading a book or working on a craft project instead. Keep in mind you should listen to your body if it's telling you something's wrong. Try to recognize the difference between feeling tempted to indulge and needing to eat because you're feeling sick. Try fasting with friends, relatives, or coworkers. A sense of community might help motivate you to stick with your plan. See if a friend, relative, roommate, your partner, or a colleague will take on the fast with you. You can hold each other accountable and give each other pep talks when temptations arise. If you're fasting for spiritual purposes, your faith community can help you stay on track. Stop fasting if you feel ill. Red flags include weakness, dizziness, confusion, tunnel vision, fainting, and nausea or vomiting. If you experience any concerning symptoms during a fast, drink water and eat a small meal. Your body might have a hard time handling heavy foods, especially if you're nauseous, so go for crackers, toast, or soup. If you don't feel better 1 to 2 hours after having a light meal, call your doctor. These symptoms might be signs of a medical emergency if you're fasting and have a medical condition such diabetes or kidney disease, or if you take heart or blood pressure medication. Restrict your calorie intake 5 days per month for an easier plan. If going without food altogether seems unsafe or undesirable, try a less intense diet. For 5 consecutive days each month, try to eat 1/3 to 1/2 as many calories as you normally would. If you're used to eating 3,000 calories per day, go for 1,000 to 1,500. Aside from the 5 diet days, eat a normal, healthy diet. Don't pack on lots of sweets and fatty foods during non-fasting periods. You could also try restricting your caloric intake for 4 consecutive days, then resuming your normal diet for 10 consecutive days. There's evidence that caloric restriction mimics the beneficial effects of strict fasting without the potentially harmful health risks. Try the 16:8 daily fasting diet for weight loss. For a daily fasting diet, try eating solid foods only during 8-hour intervals, such as between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Outside of those hours, limit your consumption to water, caffeine-free tea, and other non-caffeinated, non-alcoholic, and calorie-free beverages. Intermittent daily fasting may help promote weight loss. Since you're still meeting your daily nutritional needs, there's a lower risk of adverse effects. Remember to avoid binge eating during your 8-hour window. Eat a normal, balanced diet of fruits, veggies, lean proteins (such as white skinless poultry or fish), and whole grains. Fast for 2 non-consecutive days per week to follow the 5:2 diet. The 5:2 fasting diet involves eating normally for 5 days of the week, and restricting your calories for 2 days. For instance, you might fast or eat fewer calories on Tuesdays and Fridays. On fasting days, diet plans recommend consuming 500 calories if you're a woman and 600 if you're a man. However, medical professionals argue that these are arbitrary numbers. Since there's no scientific evidence that backs an optimal number of calories to consume on a fasting day, try experimenting and see what works for you. If consuming 500 to 600 calories per day doesn't feel right, try to eat 1/3 or 1/2 of the amount you normally would. Be wary of cleanses and detox diets. Sticking to a liquid diet for an extended period of time could be dangerous. Additionally, some crash diets advise drinking unpasteurized beverages and other products that might make you sick. Be suspicious of diet plans that promise to detoxify your system. Your body detoxifies itself using your kidneys, liver, and other organs. To help your body detoxify itself, drink plenty of water, eat fiber-rich foods (such as nuts, grains, and raw fruits and veggies), and consume naturally fermented foods (such as yogurt, kimchi, and sauerkraut). Learn about the role fasting plays in your religious tradition. Even if you're well-versed in your faith's practices, it's helpful to review the purpose of fasting in your religion. In most religions, fasting is meant to foster moderation, discipline, and devotion. You could read religious texts, ask leaders at your place of worship, or talk to friends and relatives who practice your faith. Getting beyond the literal sense of fasting and reflecting on its moral and spiritual significance could help bolster your resolve. Avoid boasting or complaining about your fast. Fasting isn't about bragging to other people about how holy you are or how long you've gone without eating. You shouldn't tell others about how difficult it is or complain about your struggle, either. Instead, focus on using the experience to enhance your faith. Remember, it's not about what other people think of you. The point is to cultivate virtue and honor the tenets of your religious tradition. Stop for a moment of prayer when you feel hunger pangs. When you feel tempted or hungry, stop and say a prayer to get your mind off of things. Close your eyes, and reflect on the fact that you're doing this for a higher purpose. While prayer might help you stay motivated, remember that there's a difference between being tempted to indulge and being sick. If you experience dizziness, confusion, tunnel vision, fainting, or other concerning symptoms, it's best to eat something. Eat well-balanced permitted meals slowly. In observance of Ramadan, followers of Islam fast during the day for about a month. Fasting for this length of time can be demanding on the body, so it's important to make the most of iftar and suhoor, or the permitted meals after sunset and before sunrise. While permitted meals shouldn't be indulgent, you should still try to eat a mix of fruits, veggies, grains, and low-fat proteins. Fortunately, from Northern Africa to the Indian subcontinent, meals traditionally served at iftar often include combinations of rice, veggies, dates, meats, fruit juices, and milks. Try to eat permitted meals slowly, and avoid rich, fatty foods. After fasting all day, gulping down a heavy meal quickly could make you sick. Regardless of your faith, any permitted meals during extended periods of fasting should be healthy and well-balanced, and you should pace yourself when you eat. | Consult your doctor, especially if you have any medical issues. Prepare your body to fast gradually. Ready your kitchen for fasting. Avoid doing high-energy activities during your fast. Distract yourself if you feel tempted to cheat. Try fasting with friends, relatives, or coworkers. Stop fasting if you feel ill. Restrict your calorie intake 5 days per month for an easier plan. Try the 16:8 daily fasting diet for weight loss. Fast for 2 non-consecutive days per week to follow the 5:2 diet. Be wary of cleanses and detox diets. Learn about the role fasting plays in your religious tradition. Avoid boasting or complaining about your fast. Stop for a moment of prayer when you feel hunger pangs. Eat well-balanced permitted meals slowly. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Reduce-Water-Pollution | How to Reduce Water Pollution | To reduce water pollution, use natural cleaners like vinegar and baking soda in place of toxic chemicals like bleach and ammonia. Additionally, avoid using pesticides and herbicides in order to prevent groundwater contamination. If you need to dispose of old medications, look into local “take back” programs instead of flushing them down the toilet, where they can end up back in the drinking water. Additionally, avoid flushing non-biodegradable items like diapers and wet wipes, since they can harm fish and other wildlife when they end up in lakes and rivers. | Use fewer chemicals to clean your home. It's an easy switch that makes a big difference. Using toxic chemicals like bleach and ammonia to clean your home is not only bad for the water supply, it's not necessary. Natural cleaners are just as effective at getting the house clean, and you don't have to worry that you're contributing to water pollution when you use them. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides a list of cleaning products (as well as a variety of other products) that are considered "green," meaning they won't pollute the water supply. See epa.gov/greenerproducts. Common household supplies like white vinegar and baking soda can be used for everything from washing windows to scrubbing bathroom tiles, and they're completely non-toxic. Dispose of waste properly. Never pour something that isn't biodegradable down the drain. When it is necessary to use something that's toxic to the water supply, such as paint or ammonia, take care to dispose of it properly. If you're not sure how to get rid of something, check your local government's website or contact your sanitation department to find out how toxic waste should be disposed of in your community. The following materials should never be poured down the drain: Paint Motor oil Cleaning solvents Ammonia Pool chemicals Don't flush medication. Medication is made with a variety of substances that can be detrimental to the water supply. If you have leftover medication, look into local "take back" programs that allow you to turn in medication so it can be disposed of properly. That way it won't end up back in the drinking water, where it can harm people and animals. Don't flush trash. Flushing items that don't break down, like diapers, wet wipes, and plastic tampon applicators can cause problems in the sewer system. These items will eventually end up in local streams, rivers and other bodies of water, where they can harm fish and other wildlife. Instead of flushing them down the toilet, throw them away. You can also help by using cloth diapers, recycled toilet paper and biodegradable tampons, which reduces the number of items that end up in the landfill. Conserve as much water as possible. Conservation is an important way to help preserve water as a global resource. Treating water so it's clean enough to drink and use around the house requires a lot of energy, so it's important to conserve as much as possible, especially in areas where droughts are occurring. Adopt the following habits to conserve more water around your house: Take showers instead of baths, since baths require more water. Turn off your faucets when you aren't using water, such as when you're brushing your teeth. Don't overwater your lawn. Make sure lawn sprinklers are turned off when it rains. Water your garden before the sun comes up or after it sets to reduce evaporation, which leads to water waste. Avoid using plastic. Since it isn't biodegradable, plastic often ends up collecting in rivers, lakes, and oceans when it has nowhere else to go. The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, for example, is a huge vortex of trash, mainly plastic, that has collected in the ocean since it has nowhere else to go. This trash endangers marine life and affects humans as well. Whenever possible, use glass or cloth containers instead of plastic. Don't use pesticides and herbicides. These chemicals are sprayed on the surface of the yard, but when it rains they leach deep into the ground and get into the groundwater below. Contaminated groundwater can have a negative effect on the environment as well as the people who depend on it. Switch to natural methods for getting rid of pests and weeds. Look into organic gardening practices to find creative ways to deal with garden pests. For example, many pests can be dealt with using a simple solution of dish soap and water. Planting native species can also help, since native species have developed a resistance to the pests and weeds in the area. Species native to other lands are more susceptible to disease as well. Remove concrete surfaces and replace them with groundcover. When a house is surrounded by concrete patios and other surfaces, chemicals pool and runoff leaches into the groundwater instead of getting evenly distributed staying closer to the surface. It might be tempting to pave over your yard so you don't have to deal with mowing the lawn, but keeping a yard is much better for the environment. Prevent soil erosion from occurring. When soil gets eroded and ends up in streams, rivers and other waterways, chemicals that exist in soil mix with the water and create problems for plant and animal life. For example, when phosphorus levels get too high in a body of water, they lead to algae blooms that can kill fish populations. The best way to prevent erosion is to keep the soil in place by planting plenty of native trees, shrubs, grasses and groundcover. The plants' roots hold the soil in place and keep it from falling into the water. Contain and compost yard waste. Yard waste that sits around can easily wash into storm drains when it rains. Even if the waste doesn't contain chemicals such as herbicides and pesticides, the introduction of large quantities of sticks, leaves, and grass clippings can overwhelm waterways with unhealthy quantities of nutrients. Your compost should be contained in a bin or barrel to prevent the materials from being washed away. Some municipalities provide these for free or at low cost. Use a mulching mower instead of bagging grass clippings. Mulching mowers add a natural layer of compost to your lawn and you don't have to deal with disposal of grass clippings. Dispose of yard waste and grass clippings properly. If you don't compost or if you have yard waste that you can't compost, contact your local waste management or environmental protection agency to determine how to dispose them. Keep your car in good repair. If your car leaks oil and other chemicals, they can leach into the groundwater beneath the soil. Get your car regularly tuned up and make sure to repair any leaks as soon as they occur. In addition, don't forget to dispose of motor oil properly instead of washing it down the drain. Make sure to get your tires inspected at an auto repair shop at least once a year. Tire shreds are a major pollutant in the world's oceans because they often are washed into storm drains and end up in waterways. Keeping your tires cared for is a simple way to have a huge impact!| Get involved at school and work. You can take the same actions at work or school that you'd take at home to reduce water pollution. Look into the policies at your workplace or school and find out if there are changes you could help to facilitate to create a pollution-free environment. Getting classmates, teachers, and coworkers involved is a great way to educate others and make a difference. For example, you could recommend that your office or school switch to eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and make suggestions as to which ones work well. You could also put up signs reminding people to conserve water in the bathroom and kitchen areas. This could include reminders never to leave a sink running longer than necessary and encouraging the men or boys to use urinals rather than toilet stalls. Help clean up litter in water-filled areas. If you live near a local body of water, there's a lot you can do to help reduce pollution there. See if there's a group working to clean up local beaches, lakes, rivers or oceans. Many cities host clean-up days during which volunteers can come help clean up trash to purify local waterways. If you can't find a local group working to reduce water pollution in your area, you might be just the person to start one! Consider hosting a cleanup day. Set a date, publicize the event, and have a plan in place for collecting and disposing of the trash. Speak up about water issues that affect your community. Corporations that allow industrial waste to seep into waterways are the biggest culprits when it comes to water pollution. There are regulations in place to prevent this from occurring, but it's still a common occurrence. Find out if there's a certain factory or energy plant in your area responsible for polluting local waterways, and speak up about the problem. Learn about local and national laws against water pollution and join up with groups working to protect water in your area. Voting for political candidates who strive to protect waterways is a great way to do your part to reduce pollution. | Use fewer chemicals to clean your home. Dispose of waste properly. Don't flush medication. Don't flush trash. Conserve as much water as possible. Avoid using plastic. Don't use pesticides and herbicides. Remove concrete surfaces and replace them with groundcover. Prevent soil erosion from occurring. Contain and compost yard waste. Keep your car in good repair. Get involved at school and work. Help clean up litter in water-filled areas. Speak up about water issues that affect your community. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Fish-For-Bream | How to Fish For Bream | To fish for bream, wait until the months of April, May, and June, since bream spawn during the late spring. Then, look for a shallow and still body of water during the early morning or late evening hours. Next, bait a spincast rod and reel with small insects, such as crickets or nightcrawlers, to attract bream. If you don't want to use real bait, use small artificial bait, like the Roadrunner or Beetle Spin jigs. When you're ready to cast, avoid strong currents and aim for sheltered, calm areas of water, instead. | Learn the basics. The common bream (European) is a deep-bodied, medium-sized fish, that is bronze in color. The fins of the common bream are dark brown, with a tail that's deeply forked. Younger fish are a silvery color that deepens with age. The common bream is a member of the same family as carp, so if you know how to identify a carp you'll be looking for a similar fish. It's a bottom-feeder, preying primarily on worms, snails and pea mussels throughout ponds, lakes and slow-moving rivers. Look for a fish 30–60 centimeters (11.8–23.6 in) in length. Between spawning and maturity, the bream will grow to a size of between 30 and 60 centimeters (1-2 feet long), though it can become quite larger on occasion. Bream are extremely common, putting them in the lowest-priority of conservation risk, though bream need to be large enough to catch legally. European guidelines will vary widely by region and season, so it's important that you find out the local guidelines in your area to determine size-minimums for the fish you catch. In general, if it's 30 centimeter (11.8 in) long, you'll be fine. Learn the difference between silver, white, and common bream. Bream frequently breed with other species of fish, making the identification somewhat difficult on occasion. If you're on the lookout for a specific species of fish, for some reason, you'll want to be able to quickly identify the common bream which is different from the American bream or Sunfish Family , and distinguish it from the other varieties. Silver and white bream are somewhat smaller than the common bream, featuring an iridescent effect in the scales that isn't found in the common bream. If the fish is glistening below the water line, it's likely that you've got the silver or the white bream. It's not critically important to determine the difference between all the sub-species and the cross-species of bream to catch some good panfish, as long as you're sure you're in the general neighborhood. Count the scales from the dorsal to the lateral line to get a quick check on the bream. There should be 11 or more scales in the line. Fewer, and it's another variety of bream. Familiarize yourself with the American species of bream. Again, to clarify, American bream aren't technically bream, but some species of sunfish are locally and colloquially referred to as “bream.” The word identifies several distinct species of fish. The members of the sunfish family most commonly identified as bream include: Bluegill, which are named for their gill plate coloring, not their gills. Bluegills can be found in most parts of the United States, except Alaska. The 1950 world record bluegill weighed 4 pounds, 12 ounces (2.15 kg). Redear sunfish are similar to bluegill in appearance. The pectoral fin is black/blue like a Bluegill but has has a red edge and red eyes. They are found primarily in the southeast, but have been introduced elsewhere in the country. The world record for Redear sunfish is 5 pounds, 7.5 ounces (2.48 kg). Check for local varieties of bream. Other species of bream include Longear, Pumpkin seed, Warmouth, Spotted Sunfish, Flier, Coppernose and Green Sunfish, Check with your state's Department of Natural Resources or Fish and Game Commission to see which species of Sunfish inhabit the waters of your state. Head inland. In both Europe and the United States, where different species of bream are found, fishing for freshwater bream will be a very similar process. You'll want to head inland to find relatively shallow and still lake, river, or pond waters where bream are common. In the US, species of bream are common through the south and the Midwest to Canada, while European bream are most common in England, Wales, and Scotland. Look for rivers with plenty of switch-backs and coves that are good for feeding. Very weedy or reeded lakes and ponds are also common habitats for bream of all varieties. Anywhere with shallow, sun-filled water and plenty of cover is a likely home for bream. Try your luck at sunrise or sunset. Bream and most other freshwater fish are crepuscular feeders, meaning that they become active in the hours during morning and evening hours. Try to get out on the water before sunrise, so you'll be set up and in place for the feeding that will happen. Look for weed beds, drop offs, or structure in the 3-8 foot depth. Look for areas with structure near ledges. European bream are bottom-feeders, less likely to be easily identifiable from above, though they still favor the same kinds of environments that American bream favor. Look for calm areas of water with favorable cover from above. Avoid the current. Although bream like to have wind and water currents sweep their food to them, they like to position themselves just outside those currents when feeding and shallow coves protected from wind and wave when spawning. Look for still places and little coves where freshwater fish feed. Seek out appropriate cover. As with many other species, bream like to have some form of cover nearby, either to hide from predators or prey or to shade themselves from the sun's light. What type of cover you should look for depends on what kind of water you are fishing for bream in. In lakes and ponds, look for weeds, lily pads, brush, timber, rip-rap (gravel), or rocks. If the lake has a boat dock, try it as well. In streams, look for any of the same cover as in lakes or ponds, as well as undercut banks, particularly those that offer deep pools just outside the flow of the current. Fish between April and June. Bream spawn during the late spring, which makes the months April, May, and June make excellent months for bagging bream. When spawning, bream prefer gravel or sandy bottoms, although they will spawn on silt-covered muddy bottoms if sand or gravel is not available. Sand tends to collect where water flows into or out of a lake or where the current slows to a stop. When bream spawn, they sometimes give off an odor something like a mixture of watermelon (or other fruit) and fresh fish. This smell can help you narrow down where to fish once you have established the right water warmth, current, and cover conditions. Learn the specifics of the species. Some species prefer one kind of cover over another. For instance, redear sunfish and redbreast sunfish normally prefer to hug the bottom, although redbreasts can sometimes be taken on the surface or halfway to the bottom. Take advantage of the expertise available at the local bait shop. Whether you're in your hometown or fishing far from home, talk to those who are most familiar with the fishing in the area. Fish change their habits depending on the season and the area, and it's the locals who know best. A good angler might want to keep the best spots sacred, but might be willing to share some info on good bait for the season, or for the area. Use a light spinning or spincast rod and matching reel. Although bream can approach 6 pounds (2.72 kg) in size, most bream are less than 1 pound (0.45 kg), which means you can get away with a relatively light set-up. You can best enjoy fishing for bream with light or ultralight tackle, with a spinning or spincast rod from 5 to 6 feet (1.5 to 1.8 m) in length and a reel designed to handle from 2 to 8 pound test (1 to 4 kg class) line. You can also do a decent job with a cane pole of 6 to 12 feet in length with an equal or longer line tied to its tip. Fly fishermen can also fish for bream using a 2,3 or 4-weight rod and matching line. Use small bait. While large baits and lures are appropriate for large fish such as bass, walleye, and pike, small baits and lures are appropriate for panfish such as common bream, Bluegill, Redbreast, Longear, Green, Spotted, Flier, and Redear sunfish,. Fishing for bream with corn and maggots is also common. If you prefer live bait, crickets and grasshoppers work best, but where they're not available, try red worms or pieces of nightcrawlers in warmer weather and wax worms or grubs in colder weather. Use long-shanked size 8 or size 10 hooks and weight the bait with a light 1/8th oz. sinker. Attach a small slip bobber to your line. If you prefer artificial bait and fish with a spinning or spincast rod, try tiny jigs such as the Lindy Little Nipper, Roadrunner, or Beetle Spin in weights from 1/32 to 1/16 ounce (0.89 to 1.78 g). If you fly-fish for bream, try small poppers, rubber-legged nymphs, or foam-bodied spiders. Use a bobber or a spinner. Lure-fishing for bream is commonly done with a rod and reel such as the popular spin cast reel. Experiment with several colors to find which one works for you on a given day, in the environment in which you're fishing. | Learn the basics. Look for a fish 30–60 centimeters (11.8–23.6 in) in length. Learn the difference between silver, white, and common bream. Familiarize yourself with the American species of bream. Check for local varieties of bream. Head inland. Try your luck at sunrise or sunset. Look for areas with structure near ledges. Avoid the current. Seek out appropriate cover. Fish between April and June. Learn the specifics of the species. Use a light spinning or spincast rod and matching reel. Use small bait. Use a bobber or a spinner. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Stones-in-Cats | How to Prevent Stones in Cats | To prevent stones in your cat, make sure it has access to clean water at all times since a well hydrated cat will have less concentrated urine, which decreases its chances of developing stones. If your cat doesn't drink enough water, feed it wet food to increase its water intake. However, if your cat has a history of stones, talk to your vet about feeding it a prescription diet that promotes acidic urine to prevent any recurrences. Additionally, encourage your cat to urinate frequently by providing multiple clean litter boxes in safe, quiet areas throughout your house. | Have water available at all times. It is important that your cat has easy access to water all of the time. A cat that drinks a lot of water has less concentrated urine, which is less likely to develop crystals and eventually stones. Try putting water dishes in multiple locations in your home, so that your cat can easily get a drink any time it wants one. Make water appealing to your cat. It is important that your cat's water is appealing, so that it drinks often. Clean your cat's water bowl frequently to avoid bacteria buildup. Also, change the water daily to assure that the water tastes good to your cat. If your cat is hesitant to drink even clean, fresh water, you may need to make it even more appealing. Try getting a pet drinking fountain to entice it to drink more water. The running water in a drinking fountain will often lure even cats that are not normally interested in drinking water. Give your cat wet food. If your cat doesn't drink enough water, you can get water into its system by giving it wet food. By giving your cat at least fifty percent wet food, you increase its water intake dramatically and decrease its chances of getting stones. As with all food changes, introduce a new wet food gradually. An abrupt change can be bad for your cat's digestive health. To choose a good wet cat food , make sure that the cat food's main ingredient is animal protein – like chicken, tuna, beef, or turkey. A high-quality food will list this as the first ingredient. Foods that list “meat” or “meat products” may not be high-quality. Look for high-quality grains as secondary ingredients, too, which will add carbs to your cat's diet. The first five ingredients or so should be protein, followed by grains. High-quality foods will also contain taurine and arachidonic acid, vitamins and minerals, and a minimum of additives and preservatives. Look for the AAFCO certification label, too. This means that the food has been tested and deemed safe for pets. Feed a cat food designed to prevent stones. If your cat has a history of stones, you should discuss changing its diet with your vet. There are prescription diets that promote acidic urine for cats that have a prior history of stones. Check with your veterinarian for the correct type of food for your cat's specific dietary needs. Always choose a prescription diet that is wet food over one that is dry food. Your cat will get more water in its diet, and thus decrease its chance of developing crystals, if it eats wet food. Provide several clean litter boxes. It is important to promote frequent urination for your cat, so that crystals and stones are not allowed to build up. In order to do this, you should provide several litter boxes for your cat to use and make sure they are kept clean. Putting one more litter box out than the number of cats you have will help to ensure that your cat goes whenever it has the urge. Clean litter boxes regularly in order to encourage your cat to use them. Place litter boxes in safe and quiet areas. In order to promote frequent urination, you should place your cat's litter boxes in places that give it a bit of privacy. Placing the litter boxes in noisy or busy areas does not allow for your cat to relax and do its business. This does not mean that your cat's litter boxes should be in out of the way places, far away from the core of your home. It simply means that your cat probably needs a bit of privacy, so place litter boxes in private corners or out of sight of the rest of the home. Avoid stressful changes. Stress can impact the health of your cat greatly, so try to keep your cat's stress to a minimum. One way to do this is to minimize changes to the cat's routine and supplies. For example, avoid changing the type of litter you put in your cat's litter boxes, as this can cause distress and confusion around urination. If your cat's routine is changed dramatically, this can cause it a lot of stress, which can lower its resistance to infections and decrease its usual eating, drinking, and urination cycles. If you need to make changes to your cat's routine or supplies, make them incrementally. For example, if you do need to change the type of cat litter you use, do it gradually. Add some of the new type into the old type, so that the switch is made over the course of a few weeks. Look for any signs of urinary problems. Cats that have an inability to urinate or are straining to urinate may have stones. Additional symptoms include painful urination, the presence of blood in urine, and urinating in places other than the litter box, if that is not your cat's normal behavior. If your cat is having a hard time urinating, you should take it to be seen by a vet immediately. This is a life-threatening problem that requires immediate veterinary intervention. It occurs most often in male cats. Have your veterinarian examine the cat. Ignoring the signs of stones can cause your cat a great deal of discomfort. If left untreated, obstructions can block the flow of urine, which can become toxic, or grow so large that the bladder bursts. If you are unsure whether your cat has an infected or blocked urinary tract or stones, it is always best to have them examined by your veterinarian to make sure. The veterinarian should perform diagnostic tests on your cat, such as X-rays, ultrasounds, blood tests to check for toxins and elevated white blood cell counts (a sign of infection), and palpation. Untreated urinary stones and crystals can also lead to kidney failure in cats. Keep a close eye on cats prone to stones. While all cats and dogs can get stones, some breeds of cats are more susceptible than others. If your cat has had a stone in the past, it is more likely to get one again. Keep an eye out for the symptoms and get regular veterinary checkups, so that you can get veterinary treatment quickly if the condition appears again. If your cat has had stones in the past, periodic urinalysis or ultrasound examination may be helpful. This can help you to detect stones early and will allow you to make adjustments to your cat's diet or ongoing treatment. | Have water available at all times. Make water appealing to your cat. Give your cat wet food. Feed a cat food designed to prevent stones. Provide several clean litter boxes. Place litter boxes in safe and quiet areas. Avoid stressful changes. Look for any signs of urinary problems. Have your veterinarian examine the cat. Keep a close eye on cats prone to stones. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Blood-Mite-in-Canaries | How to Treat Blood Mite in Canaries | If you've noticed symptoms of blood mites in your canary, like powdery lesions on its face or beak, small red specks on its head, and lethargy, take it to the vet for a diagnosis. Once you know you're dealing with blood mites, get a bird-safe insecticide to apply to your canary's plumage and cage to kill the mites. After treating your canary, you'll need to thoroughly clean its cage to not only kill any remaining mites but also get rid of any mite eggs. In order to wash the cage, dilute ¼ cup of bleach in a gallon of warm water and scrub down each part of its housing, then rinse it with clean water. | Take your bird to the vet. It may be tempting to take the canary back to the pet store where you bought it, but there is a chance that the employees will not be able to correctly recommend a good treatment. If you find that you have an infestation, take your bird to the vet. The vet can correctly diagnose the type of mite and provide advice on proper treatments. While your local vet may be able to handle birds, it is best to find an avian or exotic pet veterinarian. Use a bird-safe insecticide. Many common insecticides can harm your bird. Ask your vet for an insecticide that is safe for your canary. There are many brands available that are designed specifically for use on birds with mites. Follow the dosage instructions on the product or ask your vet for advice on how much and how often to spray. Carefully apply around the plumage, and spray the insecticide into the dark corners of the bird house. Ivermectin is an ingredient that can kill lice and mites. You can find low concentrations of it for birds at your local pet store. You can also check for lice and mite medications that contain it as an ingredient. Permethrin is another common type of insecticide used to kill red mite and lice in birds. These sprays typically do not kill mite eggs. You will have to clean the cage thoroughly to destroy the mite eggs. Move the birds from their cage. It is hard to treat the birds when there are hundreds or thousands of mites crawling around in their cages. Even if you kill all of the mites on the bird, they can be re-infected overnight. Spray a clean cage with insecticide, and lay down fresh shavings. After you have applied the insecticide, relocate your birds temporarily this accommodation. You may chose to place a paper towel on the bottom of this cage to catch any dead mites that are dropping off your bird. Replace this towel often. Remove babies from the nesting box. Young birds are especially vulnerable to the mites, and you should treat them separately from the adults. The older birds may pluck out the chicks' feathers in an attempt to remove the mites. Carefully remove nestlings from the infested nesting box. Treat them with a safe insecticide spray. Keep them in a clean nesting box separate from the adults with a lining of paper towels. Change out the paper towels every ten minutes at first, then every thirty minutes, and then every hour. The mites should fall off the baby birds after they feed, and you can remove the mite-infested towels. Keep changing the towels until no more mites fall off. Be sure to treat their new nesting box beforehand with insecticide. Once both the adults and the babies have been fully deloused, you can reintroduce the chicks to the adult cage. Empty the cage. Toss out all padding and bedding in the cage. Remove as many separate parts of the housing as you can. You will be cleaning these separately. Since mites like to crawl around in the small nooks of the cage, you will more successfully eliminate the infestation by dismantling the cage and cleaning each part separately. Wash each part of the cage. Dilute 1/4 cup of bleach in a gallon of warm water. Wear gloves as you scrub down each part of your bird's housing or cage. Rinse afterwards with fresh water. Alternatively, if you have access to a power washer, you can spray down each part. Don't neglect the small cracks and grooves. These are where mites like to live. Scrub down into these parts. Spray the aviary down with an insecticide. Use an insecticide that is safe for birds. You can use the same spray you used on your bird. Spray down each part individually, and make sure that it reaches the dark cracks and holes. Leave the cage outside to dry. You can leave the cage outside to dry for a day or two. After it is dry, check it over carefully for any more signs of mites. Do not place the birds into this cage until they have been fully treated for the mites living in their feathers, or you will risk starting another infestation. Fill in any nooks and crannies where mites can reside. This may be a small or a large job, depending on the size of your canaries' home, but it is very important to prevent future infestations. Use gap filling agents or sand down these areas. Paint with bird-safe paint once you have finished. Return the birds to their cage. Once you are certain that the infestation has been completely eliminated, you can return the birds back to their original cage. Wait until you are certain that all of the mites on the bird have been treated; this may take up to a week. Once you have returned the canaries to their original cage, clean the secondary cage in the same manner to fully ensure that all of the mites have been killed. Note any unusual symptoms. Canaries suffering from blood mites may have powdery lesions around the face, beak, or eyes. Other symptoms include weakness, lack of appetite, or lack of energy. Be on your guard if your canary seems to be sleeping more than usual. Check the crest of the bird. This type of mite in particular can usually be found on the head and around the crest of the bird. With your fingers, gently brush the feathers around the head of your canary. The mites will appear as small red specks. After a few seconds, the specks may move and disappear into the feathers. The mites are small, so look carefully. Place a white cloth in the cage. If you are concerned that mites have moved into the cage, you can try using a white cloth. Fold the cloth so that it fits in the cage, and place it on the bottom. Leave it there overnight. In the morning, if you see any small red specks on the cloth, you may have an infestation. Examine the cage. If you don't see mites on your birds but suspect there might be an infestation, examine the cage closely, especially the nesting box. Blood mites like dark spots and are often found in the cracks and bedding of the cage. Use a flashlight to shine into these dark areas. You may see hundreds of tiny specks milling about in these spots. | Take your bird to the vet. Use a bird-safe insecticide. Move the birds from their cage. Remove babies from the nesting box. Empty the cage. Wash each part of the cage. Spray the aviary down with an insecticide. Leave the cage outside to dry. Fill in any nooks and crannies where mites can reside. Return the birds to their cage. Note any unusual symptoms. Check the crest of the bird. Place a white cloth in the cage. Examine the cage. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Loved-by-Others | How to Be Loved by Others | If you want to be loved by others, start by treating them with the same kindness and respect you want others to show you. When you're chatting with someone, listen closely to the person's responses and nod occasionally to show that you're paying attention. People tend to gravitate toward positivity, so try to avoid negative actions and words when you're around other people. Besides having good conversations, focus on being yourself! People will grow to love your personality if you let them, so don't be afraid to show off your sense of humor, your knowledge of baseball, or whatever else makes you unique. | Always treat others how you want to be treated. This means being kind to everybody. Do you like being insulted? Of course you don't! So don't insult others! When you're put into a difficult situation, ask yourself "How would I feel if someone did this to me?" before doing or saying anything. If you treat others the way you want to be treated, they'll treat you the same way, and they'll respect you. Help others. This means talking to that shy new girl. Or hanging out with that lonely person. Or helping other people with their troubles. Give helpful advice to others and help them with homework or tasks that they need to accomplish. Don't be self-centered, and always help that person in need. They will remember that, and as a result, they will love and appreciate you for being caring. Be social. Make conversations with new people. The more people, the better. Don't restrict yourself to the same 3 or 4 friends. Branch out to new people, or even old acquaintances that you haven't spoken to in a long time. Talk to them and be nice to them. You never know what you might discover about them. Maybe you had more in common with them than you thought! Besides, if you don't talk to people, they won't love you, will they? Listen to others. The more people like, trust, and love you, the more often they will come to you seeking help with their problems. When this happens, listen to them. Don't blow them off and say something like "I don't have time right now," or "I don't really care." Listen patiently to their story, and then talk it out with them. Sometimes people just want to vent, and they'll come to you to do so. If you're able to listen to their problems, they'll love you even more. Compliment others. If you noticed that the girl sitting across from you got a new haircut, compliment her on it! It will make her feel good, and in return, you'll feel good. Karma comes around, and if you're nice to people, they'll be nice to you back! Once you start complimenting people, you'll more than likely get a few compliments back, and other people will love you! Love others! Before getting other people to love you, you need to love them! You can't expect a person that you don't love and care about to love you back. You need to love each and every person (or at least care about them) before they can love you. Be as positive as possible. Nobody wants to be around someone who's grouchy and mean all day! Stay positive and release good vibes! If you have had a bad day, learn to let go of those bad vibes, and don't let your mood affect the way you talk to other people. Nobody likes a grumpy person. Be yourself. Nobody likes a fake person. Don't change yourself to fit other people, and don't try to be a people pleaser either. Be fair and non judgmental of others. Embrace who you are, and different people around you. Whether you are talking to a popular person or that shy girl, treat everybody equally. Love yourself first! As mentioned previously, you need to love yourself. Write down all the good qualities about yourself, and strive to correct those qualities you don't like. Learn how to be confident , as this is a crucial step in making other people love you. Embrace who you really are, even your flaws. Nobody's perfect, but as long as you love who you are, you don't need to be perfect! | Always treat others how you want to be treated. Help others. Be social. Listen to others. Compliment others. Love others! Be as positive as possible. Be yourself. Love yourself first! |
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Glamorous | How to Be Glamorous | Looking glamorous is easy if you dress well and act confident! Wear clothes that fit you well and that don't look cheap. Wearing trendy clothing can be expensive, so go for timeless classics instead like button-up shirts, knee-length skirts, suits, and dresses. Always wear dressier clothing if possible, and accessorize with jewelry, sunglasses, and watches for an extra touch of glamour. Whenever possible, stand up straight and be assertive when talking, which will make you seem more confident. | Keep your body clean and tidy. Take regular showers to keep your body clean and smelling fresh. Avoid overly scented soaps, as these may clash with perfume you use. Use deodorant and anti-antiperspirant. Like with soap, avoid any with a strong scent. Keep hair and nails appropriately trimmed and maintained. Don't forget to brush your teeth after every meal too! You don't want food sticking out of your teeth. Keep your face clean and clear. Try your best to be blemish free. That means no acne, no pimples, and no bruises or scars. Sometimes it is unavoidable, but find the best way to take care of your skin. If you have acne or pimples you should go to a dermatologist to try to find a skin product that works for you. Keep your skin clean and clear by washing you face every day. You may or may not want to use soaps, as everyone's skin is different. Experiment to find a system that works for you. Apply makeup only as you feel necessary. Start with eyeliner. You should have either a small amount of eyeliner or a medium amount of eyeliner. Trace the natural shape of your eye on the upper lash-line, and put a little "flick" at the end, it's a classic, always gorgeous look. Find your exact shade of concealer, and use that under your eyes if you have dark circles, and anywhere you may have scars etc. Use foundation if you need extra coverage or if your skin tone is uneven. To make your face appear more feminine, use a facial highlighter and apply on the high points of your face: your brow bone, your cheekbones, and the bridge of your nose. Curl your lashes and apply mascara. Using two eyeshadow colors, apply the lighter one all over the lid and the darker one in the crease. Find a lip color that works for you and use it, make sure you use a moisturizer before applying lip color. Choose one or the other if you plan on applying heavy makeup--eyes or lips. Maintain your hair. Your hair should be nice and clean. Everyone's hair is different and unique, and all can be glamorous if you find the right style for your look. Don't be a stranger to volume! Any color is also possible, just make sure that it is befitting your natural coloring. Any color is ok, depending on your style. However, avoid bright colors because they tend to fade and look cheap. Your hair should be always shiny and healthy. This means using leave in conditioner and generally keeping it healthy, while also getting regular haircuts to maintain the ends. Keep your nails looking perfect. Keep your nails trim, smooth, and healthy. Don't neglect your cuticles. Keep them smooth and healthy. Don't push them back or trim them, which can lead to irritation or infection. Instead, use a good moisturizer for your hands at night and throughout the day as needed, paying special attention to the cuticles. Paint your nails when you can. When the paint starts to chip, take it off. Avoid false nails, or if you choose to wear them, keep them short and natural in appearance. You may also use a nail buffer to keep your nails shiny without polish. Stand up straight. Maintaining good posture will make you look more confident and will also make you look taller. Plus, it's good for you! Sleep on your back to help develop good posture, then maintain that straight back throughout the day. Strong stomach muscles are what help you stand straighter, so work out if you need to. You can also wear a back brace when you're at home to help train you to straighten your back. Coordinate your outfits. Make sure that everything matches. This is way more important than having expensive clothes! Nothing says "glamour" like being put together. Keep colors matching by using a limited palette. Choose the colors that look best on you and then stick to well-matching colors or color families (Purple/Blue/Green, Red/Orange/Yellow, etc). Match styles as well. You don't want to mix a modern looking skirt with a vintage top or anything like that, as a general rule. While sometimes you can make it work and work well, it is easy to make it look off. A good example is if you go running, wear a matching velour tracksuit, with sneakers that fit, and maybe a cute (matching) graphic tee underneath. It shows that even on your lazy days you are trying, or maybe you are so rich that this was the slouchiest outfit you could put together! Wear clothes that flatter your natural shape. Determine your body shape (pear, hourglass, etc.) and then wear clothes that are best for that body shape. Different cuts of clothing can flatter different body types. For example, triangle body types, which have broad shoulders, should avoid clothes with shoulder padding or puffs. Wearing clothes that flatter your shape will make you look good pretty much no matter what your body looks like. Experiment to find what clothing cuts bring out your body's best features. Always wear clothes that fit. Clothing that doesn't fit will not show you to your best advantage. Avoid clothes that don't fit in order to look healthy and amazing. Don't wear clothes that are too big and hang off your frame, or clothes that are too small and create bulges. You also want to avoid pants with a waist that is too low, as your bum will spill over when you move around and this will destroy your glamorous look. When you try on clothes, take three different sizes of the same item with you, one up and one down (even if you're sure of what your normal size is). Never be afraid to grab more sizes if those don't seem to work. Wear nice clothes. Don't wear clothes that look cheap. Avoid cheap looking fabrics like very low quality fabrics such as pleather (fake leather) or lame, fuzzy/feather materials. Opt instead for clothes made from fine fabrics like silk, satin, high-quality lace (like Chantilly), cashmere, or modal. Your clothes should also be well maintained. Don't wear clothes with holes or stains. Keep them clean, wrinkle-free, and looking sharp. Wear nice looking clothes even if you're doing things like running to the gym or doing errands. Adhering to all the trends is not only expensive but can also make you look like you're trying too hard and create embarrassing photos of you in the future. Look timelessly glamorous by wearing classic styles. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/d\/d2\/Be-Glamorous-Step-11-Version-2.jpg\/v4-460px-Be-Glamorous-Step-11-Version-2.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/d\/d2\/Be-Glamorous-Step-11-Version-2.jpg\/aid57342-v4-728px-Be-Glamorous-Step-11-Version-2.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Trends to avoid include things like bell-bottom jeans, shoulder pads, or asymmetrical hem lines. Instead, wear things like button-up shirts, knee length skirts, suits, and classic-cut dresses. Look for inspiration to the look you are trying to achieve. Don't dress down. Never wear casual clothing if you can help it. Even your gym clothes should look nice. For whatever you're going out to do, shoot for dressing just a little bit nicer than what would be normal for the situation. Don't go over the top though, wearing a ball gown to a dinner party is way too much. This will just make you come across as clownish. Accessorize! Make sure that even if you cannot afford expensive clothes, you accessorize well so that you liven the clothes up and make the outfit look more expensive. Wear earrings that are dramatic and have some sparkle or shine, but make sure that they fit the size and shape of your neck and face. You don't want them to look too big or too small. A small, fancy necklace to wear all the time is good because it can make even casual outfits look more dressed up and intentional. A diva-ish pair of sunglasses will never go wrong. Large sizes, like those popular in the 60s, look especially glamorous. A shiny watch is almost mandatory! Just make sure it fits and if you have to, get links removed or added. Also, make sure it is a color that goes with everything in your closet and matches your skin tone. Act confident. While looking confident won't make you visually look more glamorous, it will affect how people perceive you. If you want to be perceived as glamorous and fit in, you'll need to look like you love yourself and are comfortable in the skin you're in. You don't have to actually be confident but you do have to act like it (although you should learn to love yourself, and the rest will fall into place.) Most people, even if they seem really self-confident, actually are not, so don't feel bad. Don't constantly apologize or defer to other people. Don't criticize yourself or put yourself down. A little self-deprecating humor is okay though. Speak up for yourself, be kind and compassionate (not stuck up or offensive), have good posture, and don't be afraid to do things that make you stand out, like talking intellectually, or about things you are passionate about. Keep your emotions level. Getting overly angry or emotional can ruin the glamorous look, making you look immature or like a bit of a jerk. Can you imagine Audrey Hepburn being a jerk? No. Never create a scene, yell at people who upset you, or generally get extremely sensitive about something that's going on. Be in control of yourself, emotionally as well. Think before you speak, making sure not to offend anyone or showing you may be scatter-brained. Speaking meaningfully, like acting confident, will help create the perception of glamour. The smarter you speak, the more classy and elegant you will seem. An accent isn't necessary to make yourself seem more glamorous, so don't try to fake one. Instead, use the best grammar and vocabulary that you can. Practice speaking when you're alone, if that helps you to overcome bad habits. Be glamorous to be seen. Remember that since being glamorous is about creating a great first impression, make sure to use your manners, especially when meeting someone for the first time. Every time you step outside your home into the public eye, strive to convey your image of glamour, but no matter what, stay true to yourself (people will respect you for it.) Imagine that you have photographers following you around all day--if they're snapping pictures, what do you want them to capture? And is it glamorous? Live a glamorous lifestyle. You may not be able to hop on a jet and lounge on a Brazilian beach just like that, but you can be selective in your activities. If you want to lead the glamorous life of an artist, for example, it's more fitting to hang out in coffee shops, discussing art history with like-minded people til the early hours of the morning than to go bar-hopping. Make your home glamorous too. For those on a budget, you can use classic pieces. Imagine an old Hollywood actress is helping you decorate, but don't be afraid to add color. Stay away from multiple different patterns, it will be too loud and distracting. The key is to look classic and fairly modern with your décor. Watch old movies to get ideas. You can also go to your local antique store and find pieces that you like. | Keep your body clean and tidy. Keep your face clean and clear. Apply makeup only as you feel necessary. Maintain your hair. Keep your nails looking perfect. Stand up straight. Coordinate your outfits. Wear clothes that flatter your natural shape. Always wear clothes that fit. Wear nice clothes. Don't dress down. Accessorize! Act confident. Keep your emotions level. Think before you speak, making sure not to offend anyone or showing you may be scatter-brained. Be glamorous to be seen. Live a glamorous lifestyle. Make your home glamorous too. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Chinese-Dumplings | How to Make Chinese Dumplings | To make Chinese dumplings, start by mixing flour, water, and salt to make the dough, and letting it rest for 10 minutes before rolling it out into wrappers. Then, combine shredded cabbage with minced meat and seasonings, and mix thoroughly for about 10 minutes to dry out the mixture a bit. Next, place 1-2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each wrapper, fold the sides of the wrappers together, and press the edges to seal the filling inside the dumplings. Finally, place the dumplings in boiling water, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes. | Mix the flour, salt, and water in a large bowl. Mix the ingredients together until you make a nice, smooth dough. Use a wooden spoon to stir the ingredients together until they are fully incorporated. This recipe should make about 20 wrappers. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes. This can help the ingredients settle together. As you wait for the dough to rest, you can cover the bowl with cling wrap. You can start to make the filling for the dumplings while you wait. Place the dough on a flat surface. A cutting board will work here. Then, cut the dough into about 20 or more equal pieces for the dumplings. Make each circular wrapper. Simply use your hand to pick up each piece of dough and pound it into the board to make a small circular disc. Then, use a rolling pin to smooth out each disc until it's about 3 inches (7.5 cm) in diameter. They don't have to all be exactly the same size, but it can help to get them as close to the same size as possible. You can add some flour to the rolling pin to keep the wrappers from sticking. Store or use the wrappers immediately. You should either fill the wrappers immediately, or you can store them in the fridge to keep them fresh while you make the filling. You can store them for a few days in the fridge, or you can even freeze them to store them long-term. Just make sure to coat them with flour so they don't stick to each other. Buy wrappers if you don't want to make your own. If you don't have the time or energy to make your own wrappers, then you should know that two types of wrappers are readily available in supermarkets and Asian food stores. Wonton wrappers (also called skins) are delicate and paper-thin, usually about a thirty-second of an inch thick. They typically come in three-inch squares and are made from flour, eggs, and salt. These wrappers, which are Chinese in origin, are suitable for boiling, steaming, deep-frying, and pan-frying. Shred the cabbage and put into a stainless pot. If you'd like to be extra thorough, then you can add a dash of salt to the cabbage and let it sit in a bowl for 10 minutes; this will allow the salt to soak up the excess moisture in the dumplings. Mix the cabbage and minced meat together by hand. Ground meat is meat finely chopped by a meat grinder. The process of mincing is usually done manually. Continue mixing the cabbage and meat together until they are thoroughly blended. Pork and lamb are generally preferred for Chinese dumplings, but beef, chicken, and turkey may be used as well. In South Asia, both lamb (mutton) and goat meat are popular. Add the remaining filling ingredients to the bowl and mix again. Repeat the process until you've thoroughly mixed in the remaining ingredients. If you'd rather use mixing spoons instead of your hands, that will work too, but you have to be really thorough. Massage the cabbage mixture with your hand for 10 minutes. This will help dry out the mixture a bit. While you massage the mixture, if you feel that there is not enough vegetable oil, then you should add more. Scoop the filling onto each wrapper. Just use a spoon to scoop out 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture in the center of every wrapper. You don't have to use the exact same amount in every wrapper; just make sure you have enough to use for all 20 or so of the wrappers. Fold the sides of the wrapper together. You should wet the edge of each wrapper with a damp finger and then fold the sides together, crimping (pressing together) the dough with your fingers to seal the contents inside. To do this, first fold it in half and press together the top of the edge. Then press each side together, while crimping it. Simple mechanical "dumpling presses" are also available to simplify this process. Place the wrapped dumplings on a floured surface. This will keep them from sticking to the surface and will make your dumplings ready to either boil or fry—it's your choice! Put the dumplings in boiling water. To make sure that they are thoroughly cooked, one method used in China is the "3 boil" method. To do this, add the dumplings to boiling water, and return the water to a boil. Then, add 1 or 2 cups of water (it can be cold or at room temperature). Wait for it to boil the second time, then add water again. After the water boils the third time, your dumplings should be good to go. Alternately, you can boil the water, place the dumplings in it, wait for the water to return to a boil, and cook the dumplings for 10 more minutes at a simmer. Transfer the dumplings carefully from the pot to a plate. You can use a slotted spoon to take out the dumplings or close the lid over the pot and pour out the water before removing the dumplings. Though they are done at this point, you can go for a boiling/frying combo if you'd like to transfer them to a skillet with hot oil and fry them for just a minute or two, until they're a bit crispy, for an added touch. Serve. Serve these tasty dumplings while they're warm. You can enjoy them with a dipping sauce of your choice. Heat cooking oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat. You should cook about 8 dumplings at a time if the size of the pan allows it. Once the oil heats up, you should place the first 8 dumplings on the pan while trying to move them apart enough so that they don't stick together. Fry the dumplings for 2-3 minutes until their bottoms are light brown. Add 50 milliliters of water to the pan and heat it over high heat. Cover the skillet and let it steam until the water has completely evaporated. Then, turn the heat back to medium to continue frying the dumplings. Add some oil to the pan and fry the dumplings until they are crispy with golden brown bottoms. Once you've finished frying these dumplings, remove them from the pan and place them on a plate with a paper towel on it to absorb the excess oil. You can also remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and shake the extra oil back into the pan. Cook the remaining dumplings. Then, cook the remaining 12 or so dumplings in two batches. Do exactly what you did with the previous batch of dumplings, adding more oil when necessary. Serve. Serve the dumplings while they're warm with your favorite dipping sauce. | Mix the flour, salt, and water in a large bowl. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes. Place the dough on a flat surface. Make each circular wrapper. Store or use the wrappers immediately. Buy wrappers if you don't want to make your own. Shred the cabbage and put into a stainless pot. Mix the cabbage and minced meat together by hand. Add the remaining filling ingredients to the bowl and mix again. Massage the cabbage mixture with your hand for 10 minutes. Scoop the filling onto each wrapper. Fold the sides of the wrapper together. Place the wrapped dumplings on a floured surface. Put the dumplings in boiling water. Transfer the dumplings carefully from the pot to a plate. Serve. Heat cooking oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat. Fry the dumplings for 2-3 minutes until their bottoms are light brown. Add 50 milliliters of water to the pan and heat it over high heat. Add some oil to the pan and fry the dumplings until they are crispy with golden brown bottoms. Cook the remaining dumplings. Serve. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Paint-Faux-Leather | How to Paint Faux Leather | Before you paint faux leather, clean it with a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to remove dirt, dust, or grease. Then, mix some acrylic paint with a teaspoon of acetone, which will help it brush on smoothly. Depending on the size of your project and the desired effect, use a paint brush, roller, or sponge to apply your paint. Wait 15-20 minutes after applying the base coat before adding more coats. The amount of coats you apply depends on how rich your want your colors to be. | Use acrylic paints. Acrylic paint can be found in a range of colors, including metallic and glittery shades, and it can be found at an arts and crafts store. It can be applied to many surfaces and it adheres well to faux leather. Acrylic paint does not fade as easily as other paints. It is also flexible, making it is less likely to crack over time. Choose a leather paint. Leather paint is an acrylic-based paint that can be found at your local arts and crafts store. It comes in a wide variety of colors and is specifically formulated to adhere to both real leather and artificial leather. Leather paint is slightly more expensive than acrylic paint and can cost between $2 and $8 for a small bottle. Although it is more expensive, it is less likely to chip or fade over time. Select chalk-based paint. Chalk-based paint can add a shabby chic, distressed look to an accessory or a piece of furniture. It adheres to many different surfaces and fabrics, making it a great choice for painting faux leather. Many brands have created variations of chalky paint which can be found at an arts and crafts store or a home improvement shop. Clean the faux leather. Use a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to remove dust, dirt, grease, and wax from the faux leather. Dampen a cotton ball and wipe the entire surface of the material. A clean surface, free from dirt and grease, will allow the paint to strongly adhere to the faux leather. Use a paint palette. Prepare a paint palette so you can easily and efficiently access your desired paint colors as you work. You can buy a wooden or plastic artist's palette at an arts and crafts store, or you can use a sheet of aluminum foil, a newspaper, or a magazine to house your paint. Mix a small amount of acetone to your acrylic paint. Squeeze your desired paint colors onto your paint palette and add a few drops of acetone to the paint if you are working with acrylics. The acetone will thin the paint, making it smooth and easier to work with. Gently mix the paint and the acetone together with a small paintbrush. Be sure to only add a few drops or up to a teaspoon of acetone to your paint so that the paint does not become too watery. Acrylic paint can dry quickly, so do not squeeze too much paint onto your palette at once. Gradually add a few additional drops of acetone if the paint is too thick. Apply a base coat for large surfaces. If you are painting a large surface in a uniform color, you will want to apply an even base coat of paint to the surface. Use the paint you selected for your project and apply it to the surface. This is ideal if you are working with furniture or clothing. Apply paint to one side of a sponge. Lightly press the sponge into the paint from your paint palette. Use long, vertical strokes to distribute the paint across the faux leather surface. Acrylic paint can dry rapidly, so you will need to work quickly if you are working with this medium. Focus on creating long strokes when painting a large surface to avoid creating streaks. If you are working on upholstery, plan to paint only one side at a time. Allow the paint to dry. Before adding additional coats, the paint will need to dry completely. Place the item in a safe place where it won't be disturbed, damaged, or moved. Wait for about 15 to 20 minutes for the coat to dry completely. Enhance the color with additional layers of paint. After the first coat of paint has thoroughly dried, add another layer of paint to enhance the brightness and saturation of the color. As you add additional layers, be sure that the previous coat is dry before you apply another coating of paint. Trace a design onto the surface. Use a pencil to lightly trace your desired design onto the leather. Do not press too hard, as this will indent the leather. The paint is also semi-transparent, so any bold lines beneath the paint may show through. Fill in the design. Using a paintbrush, fill in your design with the desired colors. Try to avoid creating thick layers of paint. A thick layer of paint will be more likely to crack over time. If your design has multiple colors, let each color dry before moving on to the next to avoid smudging the paint. Be sure to clean your brushes each time you select a new paint color to work with. Keep a small cup of water next to your workstation. Dip the paintbrush in the water before placing it into another color. Clean up mistakes with acetone. If you make a mistake while painting, use a small amount of acetone on a cotton ball or cotton swab to gently lift away the paint. Once the paint is successfully removed and the area has dried, you can continue painting. Let it dry. When you have finished painting your design, put it aside and let it air dry. The item should be secured in a safe place where it won't be damaged or disturbed. The paint should dry within 15 to 20 minutes. | Use acrylic paints. Choose a leather paint. Select chalk-based paint. Clean the faux leather. Use a paint palette. Mix a small amount of acetone to your acrylic paint. Apply a base coat for large surfaces. Apply paint to one side of a sponge. Allow the paint to dry. Enhance the color with additional layers of paint. Trace a design onto the surface. Fill in the design. Clean up mistakes with acetone. Let it dry. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Know-when-a-Man-Is-Attracted-to-You | How to Know when a Man Is Attracted to You | To know if a man is attracted to you, watch to see if he does favors for you. For example, if he brings you coffee or is constantly offering to help you out, he's probably interested. Furthermore, if he makes excuses to be around you, like walking to work together or chatting during lunch, he's most likely doing it because he likes you. If you still aren't sure, keep an eye on his body language – if he's leaning towards you or touching your arm, he's probably attracted to you! When you're around him, see if you can catch him staring at you, and notice if he fixes his hair or clothes. If he does, it may be a good time to act! | See if he does favors for you. Does he bring you coffee? Give you rides home? Unless he's really that much of a good citizen, chances are that he's not doing it out of the goodness of his heart only. He must be attracted to you and must want something more from you than just a "thank you" for all the nice stuff he's been doing for you. See if he's looking for any excuse to be around you. Is he asking if you need his help with everything from home repairs to shoveling the snow of your driveway? Is he cooking for you because you've had a long day? If he's always around and finding ways to get close to you and to be in your presence, then it's likely that he's attracted to you. See if he does outrageous things in front of you. If a guy is interested in a girl, he will try to impress her. Even risk serious injury like jumping off cliffs into water or ride on trunks of moving cars or anything else to gain your attention and care if he does get hurt. If he's not generally a risk taker or if he takes his risk-taking to a new level when you're around, then chances are that he's doing it just to impress you. See if he tries to catch your eye or look at you after he's done the risky thing—if so, then he's really just doing it to get a reaction from you. See if he flirts with you. A guy would not flirt with a girl he wasn't attracted to. If a guy flirts with you, then he probably is testing you to see if the feelings are mutual. Seemingly harmless flirting may mask his fear of getting rejected if he were to ask you out outright. See if he's playful around you, if he teases you, and if he likes to make you laugh. Just make sure he's not the kind of guy who flirts with every girl he sees. If he's a chronic flirt and that's just his way of talking to women, then it may not mean as much as it would if he were just flirting with only you. See if he gets jealous when you're with other guys. Do you notice unhappiness in him if you go for coffee or lunch with a male co-worker? Does he watch who is around you? If you have a male friend is he a little critical of him? His jealousy may not come out in the most obvious ways, but if he's truly jealous of you and another guy, he'll call attention to the fact that you're hanging out with another guy or he'll act extra distant when you make plans with another guy. Each guy is different in terms of how he shows he's jealous, but if you do figure out that he's jealous of you, then it's a huge sign that he's attracted to you. See if he gives you little gifts. If he gives you flowers or cute little tokens that will make you laugh or smile, then it's a big sign that he's attracted to you. Why else would he take the time to get you a gift that he knows will make your day more special? He may play down the gift when he gives it to you, making it seem like not a big deal in case you reject him, but really, he's doing this because he likes you! See if he just acts like a gentleman around you. If he holds open doors and car doors for you, pulls out your chair before you sit down, offers you his coat, and does other various gentlemanly and chivalrous things around you, then yeah, there's a great chance that he's attracted to you and wants something more. Just make sure he's not acting all gentlemanly in front of all of the ladies. See if he preens around you. If he's fussing with his hair, picking lint off his clothes, messing with his shirt cuffs, adjusting his belt, removing a stain from his shoes, or just generally tending to his appearance around you, then it's a great sign that he's attracted to you. If you catch him acting extra self-conscious about his appearance, looking at himself in the mirror, or just generally caring more about his looks whenever you come by, then it's a big sign that he's into you. See if he walks at the same pace as you. Really! Research has shown that when a guy is walking with a girl he is attracted to, he slows down or speeds up to match her walking pace. When the same guys walked with girls they only saw as friends, they did not slow down their pace to match the speed of their walking partner. The next time you walk with your crush, check out the pace of his feet! See if you can catch him staring at you. If the man is attracted to you, then chances are that you'll be able to catch him staring at you from across the room. Of course, you shouldn't try too hard to see if you can catch him doing this, or he'll thinking that you're the one staring at him (which you are...sort of). If you look up and find him holding your gaze a few times, then he's probably attracted to you. Bonus points if he quickly looks away or looks embarrassed. See if you can catch him holding your gaze. If you do lock eyes and he keeps staring at you in a way that makes you blush or flush a bit, then he may be lingering because he's really attracted to you and wants more of you. Of course, if he's more shy, he may look away for a bit, but if he does stare at you for a few extra seconds, then there's a good chance he's attracted to you. See if he turns his body toward you when you speak. If the man is attracted to you, then he will subtly—or not so subtly—turn his body toward you when you're speaking. This is just part of the basic rules of attraction. If he likes you, then he'll want to turn his shoulders, face, arms and body in your direction. If he's turned away from you or holding back, then he may not be as interested. See if he fidgets a lot around you. If you see him playing with the buttons on his shirt, blushing, picking at his nails, playing with an object on his desk, moving his feet from side to side, or generally acting a little bit antsy, then there's a good chance that he's doing it because he's attracted to you. These are all classic signs of nervousness, and if you make him a little bit nervous, then yeah, he'll be fidgeting more than he normally would around you because he's excited by your presence. See if he's always looking for excuses to touch you. If he's really attracted to you, then he'll do everything in his power to get closer to you. This might mean he'll put his hand on the small of your back when you're walking into a room, he might give you a light pat on the shoulder or the arm, or he might even stand so close to you that your feet or legs touch and he doesn't move away from you right away. He might even move a strand of hair away from your face if he really wants to get close to you. See if his face "opens up" when he talks to you. See if his lips are slightly parted. This is a classic sign of attraction. If he's attracted to you, his lips will part a bit when you make eye contact, or when you're talking. See if his nostrils are slightly flared when you talk. Check to see if his eyebrows are a bit raised when you talk to each other. All of these are signs that his face is opening up when you're together because he's really into you. See if he's always facing you. If you're standing up, check to see that his head, shoulders, and feet are all pointed in your direction. If the guy is attracted to you, then this is his way of showing that he only wants to get closer to you. If he's looking away, facing in a slightly different direction, or moving his feet away from yours, then he may not see you in a romantic way. See if he asks about you. Have you heard that he was asking about you to your friends? Did he ask if you had a boyfriend? If so, then he's definitely attracted to you. It can be a little hard to figure out whether or not he's been asking about you without asking around yourself, because then it'll be obvious that you want to know because you like him. But if you've heard through the grapevine that he's been asking about you, then it definitely means that he's attracted to you. See if he starts to ramble around you. He may be so lost in his attraction to you that he ends up talking on and on about his love for Star Trek or his relationship with his kid sister. This kind of cute behavior stems from the fact that he's so into you that he can't even control the things that are coming out of his mouth. He may even apologize for talking so much or say, "I don't know why I just told you that" because he's self-conscious about looking like a fool in front of you. See if he opens up to you. If he's attracted to you, then he may find himself revealing some personal stuff to you that he normally doesn't tell anyone. This is because he wants to get to know you and he wants you to get to know him. If you find him opening up, or even saying something like, "I haven't told anyone that before" or "It's been years since I've brought that up," then it may be because he's really attracted to you and wants you to know more about him. See if he speaks in a lower-pitched voice to you. Research shows that men lower the pitch of their voices when they're talking to females they're attracted to. The next time you have a conversation with your guy, check out the pitch of his voice. Compare it to how he talks to his friends or other girls and see if you can notice a difference. If you can, then there's a chance he's attracted to you! See if he's always giving you subtle compliments. He may not come right out and say, "You're so hot. I am so attracted to you." However, he might give you more subtle compliments that add up to say that he's really attracted to you. He may say that you have a unique hair color, that you have a great laugh, or that he likes that you're always in a good mood. See if he's given you multiple compliments recently—he may be trying to tell you something. See if he laughs for no reason when he's around you. If he's attracted to you, then he'll definitely laugh more often just because he'll be excited to be around you. You might say something that's barely funny and he'll crack up, or you might even say something that wasn't meant to be taken as funny and he could start laughing just because he's nervous. These are all signs that he's attracted to you. On the other hand, though, he may be so nervous that he won't laugh at something that you meant as a joke because he's too busy worrying about what you think of him to pay attention to everything you say! | See if he does favors for you. See if he's looking for any excuse to be around you. See if he does outrageous things in front of you. See if he flirts with you. See if he gets jealous when you're with other guys. See if he gives you little gifts. See if he just acts like a gentleman around you. See if he preens around you. See if he walks at the same pace as you. See if you can catch him staring at you. See if you can catch him holding your gaze. See if he turns his body toward you when you speak. See if he fidgets a lot around you. See if he's always looking for excuses to touch you. See if his face "opens up" when he talks to you. See if he's always facing you. See if he asks about you. See if he starts to ramble around you. See if he opens up to you. See if he speaks in a lower-pitched voice to you. See if he's always giving you subtle compliments. See if he laughs for no reason when he's around you. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Cut-Short-Hair-at-Home | How to Cut Short Hair at Home | To cut your hair shorter at home, first wet your hair so it's a little damp and comb it to remove any knots and tangles. Then, part your hair down the middle and use a hair tie on each side to make symmetrical pigtails. Determine how short you want your hair to be, and place another hair tie around each pigtail where you want to cut it. Now, pull your first pigtail down to make the hair taut. Take some scissors and cut just above the second hair tie. Do the same thing on your other pigtail. Take your hair ties off and inspect your work to see if you missed any hairs. If you did, snip these loose strands off. For blended ends, make some vertical cuts along the ends of your hair. | Separate your hair into 3 even sections. To cut your hair evenly and easily, divide your hair into a back section, left section, and right section. Leave the hair in the back section down so you can cut that first, and secure the left and right sections with clips or hair ties. Decide how long you want to trim your hair. This depends on the length of your hair currently. You can cut your hair at the nape of your neck for a short and stylish bob, or trim just a bit off of your ends if you want to grow out your short hairstyle. If you want some help deciding how long to make your bob, search online for reference photos. Keep these handy when you are cutting and styling your hair. Cut your hair horizontally 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) longer than desired. Your first cut doesn't have to be perfect, as you are simply removing the extra hair off the bottom. Make your cuts about ⁄ 2 in (1.3 cm) longer than you want your hair to be in the end so that you can make finishing touches to clean up your ends. Do this for the back section of your hair first, and use a mirror to help you make straight cuts or ask a trustworthy friend or family member to help you with the back section. If you are taking off more than 2 to 4 in (5.1 to 10.2 cm) of hair to create your bob, consider chopping off the bulk of your hair first. To do this, make a horizontal cut across all of your hair to get rid of the extra weight. Keep in mind that you can always cut more hair off, but you can't put it back once you cut it, so it is best to cut a very small amount and then cut a little more if you want it shorter. Make small vertical snips along your ends to even out the cut. After you make a horizontal cut, reposition your scissors so the ends face upwards, and make small snips along your hair. Do this along the back of your hair to finish trimming this section. This gets rid of any uneven pieces so your hair is all the same length. Trim the left and right sections of your hair to match the back. Next, take out the clip or hair tie and comb your hair down. Follow the line of the back section and make a horizontal cut across the ends of both sides. Then, make small, vertical snips to clean up any uneven spots. If you have thin or fine hair, you can cut it all at once. If your hair is thick, you should divide it into several sections before you cut it. Use the back section of your hair as a guide as to how much to take off of the sides. If you prefer, use a hair cutting razor to trim the length off the sides. This is a good idea if you want the pieces in the front to be longer than the back. Wiggle your razor back and forth slightly to shave off the ends of your hair. Add layers if you want to give your bob some more dimension. Comb a section of hair, and hold the ends in between your fingers. Point your trimming shears downward at a 45-degree angle as you trim the bottom. The angle of your cut creates a layered look, which looks great for a short bob style. You can also create layers with a hair razor. Hold the end of your hair outward and wiggle your razor back and forth at a 45-degree angle. Separate the bottom 1/3 or so of your hair in the back. Use a fine-toothed comb to divide your bottom section of hair from the rest, and clip up the rest of your hair on the top of your head. By working in small sections, you can easily cut a pixie style at home. Make horizontal cuts at a slight angle across the bottom section. Comb your hair and hold the ends in between your fingers vertically. Then, position your scissors at an angle so they are parallel with your hand. Cut your hair downward at a slight angle, and continue doing this across the back section of your hair. Make your cuts at the nape of your neck for an ultra-short style, or leave 1–3 in (2.5–7.6 cm) for a longer pixie style. Move on to another section of hair after you finish the bottom section. Let your hair down once you trim the back section to your desired length. Divide the rest of your hair in the back, starting at the crown of your head. Then, comb the hair, pinch it in between your fingers, and move your fingers to the length you want to cut. Trim your hair horizontally using your fingers as a guide. Make your cuts downward at a slight angle so this section blends in with the bottom section. Continue cutting your hair in sections, working from side to side. After you finish cutting the back, work your way around to the right side of your head. Then, do the same for the left side of your head. Trim your hair similarly, making it as long or short as you'd like. To make this easier, use a small section of hair from the previous part as a guide when cutting the next section. Comb your bangs forward so you can easily trim your fringe. After you finish trimming the sides, brush all of your hair toward your face. Pinch the ends of your hair between your fingers and trim horizontally to take off some length. Continue cutting your hair until your bangs are as long as you like. Then, blend your bangs into the back section of your hair by using a 1 in (2.5 cm) section of hair for reference. As you do this, comb your hair to check the length. Keep your bangs longer than the sides and back for a swooped fringe, or trim them to the same length for a short pixie style. Even out any uneven sections or long spots before you finish up. Once you finish trimming your bangs, run your hands through your hair, and look for any uneven spots. Use your scissors to snip off any long pieces or jagged edges. You can also use a hair razor to clean up your neckline. If possible, have a friend do this for you. | Separate your hair into 3 even sections. Decide how long you want to trim your hair. Cut your hair horizontally 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) longer than desired. Make small vertical snips along your ends to even out the cut. Trim the left and right sections of your hair to match the back. Add layers if you want to give your bob some more dimension. Separate the bottom 1/3 or so of your hair in the back. Make horizontal cuts at a slight angle across the bottom section. Move on to another section of hair after you finish the bottom section. Continue cutting your hair in sections, working from side to side. Comb your bangs forward so you can easily trim your fringe. Even out any uneven sections or long spots before you finish up. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Change-Your-Betta-Fish-Water | How to Change Your Betta Fish Water | The best way to change your betta fish water is to replace small amounts each week rather than replace all of the water at once. Add the fresh water to a clean container, mix in a water conditioner, and let the water sit at room temperature for about an hour. Next, scoop out 25 to 50 percent of the water in your betta's tank, taking care to leave your betta inside the tank. Then, slowly pour the fresh, treated water from the container into the tank until it reaches the previous water level. | Prepare the new water. Fill a large, clean container with fresh water. Leave your betta's current container alone for now. Use a water conditioner (available at pet supply stores) to remove chlorine and other harmful substances from the fresh water. Follow all directions provided with the water conditioner, and use the exact amount required for your tank or bowl size. Allow the water to warm up. Putting your betta immediately into water that is a different temperature can harm it. Let the container of fresh, treated water sit at room temperature for an hour so that it will be safe and comfortable for your fish. Alternatively, you can mix hot and cold water from your tap until it is the same temperature as the water in your betta's current container. If you follow this method, use an aquarium thermometer to make sure that the water in both tanks is the same temperature, and add water conditioner to the new water as instructed. Remove some water from your betta’s current container. To do a partial water change, you will take some of the water from your betta's container and replace it with some of the fresh, treated water. Using a clean scoop or something similar, remove 25 percent of the water in your betta's current container. Leave your betta in the container as you remove the water. To be precise, you can measure the water as you take it out. For instance, if you have a twenty-gallon tank, remove up to ten gallons measured using jugs or other measuring containers. You can also use a siphon hose to transfer water from your betta's container to a bucket or sink. Once the water starts flowing, move the hose so it "vacuums" the gravel at the bottom of the tank, picking up fish waste, old food, and other debris. Refill your betta’s container. Slowly pour fresh, treated water from the container you prepared into your betta's current container until it reaches the previous water level. If the container is too heavy to lift and pour, use a clean scoop (or similar container) or siphon hose to add the water. It is fine to leave your betta in its container as you add the fresh water, but add the water slowly so that you do not disturb the fish. Repeat water changes frequently. Most experts recommend changing your betta's water at least once a week. If for some reason your betta's container becomes especially dirty, however, you may need to change it more frequently. Prepare the new water. Fill a large, clean container with fresh water. Leave your betta's current container alone for now. Use a water conditioner (available at pet supply stores) to remove chlorine and other harmful substances from the fresh water. Follow all directions provided with the water conditioner, and use the exact amount required for your tank or bowl size. Let the water warm up. Putting your betta immediately into water that is a different temperature can harm it. Let the container of fresh, treated water sit at room temperature for an hour so that it will be safe and comfortable for your fish. Alternatively, you can mix hot and cold water from your tap until it is the same temperature as the water in your betta's current container. If you follow this method, use an aquarium thermometer to make sure that the water in both tanks is the same temperature, and add water conditioner to the new water as instructed. Transfer your betta from its container. Using a fish net, remove your betta from its current container to the container filled with fresh water. Be very gentle when moving your fish, as its fins are very susceptible to injury. Clean the betta’s container. Pour out the old water from your betta's container. Gently clean the container itself, using only water and a clean, soft cloth or sponge; soaps and other products can harm your fish. Make sure to sift the tank's gravel to remove waste, food debris, etc. Begin filling the betta’s container. Take some of the fresh water from the container your betta is currently in, and pour it into its container. Pour enough so that your betta will be able to move comfortably in its container. Transfer your betta back to its container. Using a fish net, move your betta from the holding tank back to its container, now partially filled with fresh water. As before, be very gentle when moving your fish. Pour the rest of the water into your betta’s container. Take the rest of the fresh water from the holding tank and very slowly pour it into your betta's container. If the container is too heavy to lift and pour, use a clean scoop (or similar container) or siphon hose to add the water. It is important to pour very slowly so that you do not disturb your fish. Repeat full water changes as needed. Most of the time, partial water changes are all that are needed for a betta's container. Complete a full water change, however, if the container becomes dirty all over. | Prepare the new water. Allow the water to warm up. Remove some water from your betta’s current container. Refill your betta’s container. Repeat water changes frequently. Prepare the new water. Let the water warm up. Transfer your betta from its container. Clean the betta’s container. Begin filling the betta’s container. Transfer your betta back to its container. Pour the rest of the water into your betta’s container. Repeat full water changes as needed. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Cook-Long-Grained-Rice | How to Cook Long Grained Rice | To cook long grained rice, start by boiling twice as much water as rice you're using. Then, add the rice to the boiling water and cover the pot. Reduce the heat on the stovetop to the lowest possible setting and let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes. Try to avoid lifting the lid off the pot while the rice is simmering or you'll let out the steam. After the rice is done simmering, strain it in a colander and serve! | Measure out the desired quantity of rice. Long grain rice will expand to triple its size during cooking, so take this into account when deciding how much to make. Rinse the rice (optional). Adding cold water to the rice and draining it will remove loose starches without losing nutrients. This may result in fluffier rice, although some milling processes leave little excess starch to remove. If you don't have a strainer, simply tilt the saucepan carefully so only the water drains, using a wooden spoon if necessary to keep the rice in. Soak the rice (optional). Some people prefer to soak the rice beforehand to reduce cooking time and improve the texture, but you can skip this step and still achieve an excellent result. Use twice as much water as rice by volume and soak for 20 minutes. Drain the water afterward. Heat water to a full boil, then add the rice. Use twice as much water as rice by volume or slightly more. Optionally, add salt and oil for flavor. Cover the pot and reduce heat. Let the pot boil with the rice in it for 1 or 2 minutes, then place a lid over the pot and reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting. Make sure the lid is on tight to keep in the steam. Simmer for 15–20 minutes (6–10 for soaked rice). Long grain rice usually takes about 20 minutes to cook without previous soaking, but you can check earlier if you're worried about overcooking. When ready, the rice has lost its crunch but remains firm. If the grains are falling apart into mush, the rice is overcooked. Only lift the lid slightly when checking and put it back on as soon as possible to keep the steam in. Strain the rice in a colander. It is now ready to serve or use in another recipe. Butter or savory herbs such as thyme or oregano make a bland rice dinner appealing. Add them during boiling for a strong flavor or stir in after the rice is cooked. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). This method cooks the rice evenly, so the bottom and sides are much less likely to burn. Boil water. On the stovetop, boil twice as much water as rice by volume. One cup (240 mL) uncooked rice is enough for 3–5 people. Use vegetable or chicken broth instead for more flavor. Place the rice and water in an oven safe dish. If your saucepan and lid are safe for oven use, you can use that. Otherwise, use a Dutch oven or casserole dish. Tightly cover and bake until liquid is absorbed. Long grain rice should be ready in about 35 minutes, but may take longer if your oven runs low. If your oven dish doesn't come with a lid, cover with a large piece of tin foil, or use a large oven-safe plate in a pinch. Fluff with a fork before serving. This releases trapped steam which will otherwise continue cooking the rice. Read your rice cooker's instructions. It's unlikely following these steps will cause any problems, but if you there are instructions for your specific model printed on the cooker or accompanying booklet, follow them instead. Rinse the rice (optional). Most long grain rice does not need to be washed and will lose nutrients in this process, but if you want to be sure it's clean, stir it as you add cold tap water, then drain. Put rice and cold water into the rice cooker. You'll usually want to use between 1.5 to 2 parts water for each part long grain rice, depending how dry you like your rice. Check the inside of your pressure cooker for "fill to here" lines labeled "long grain" and a specific amount of rice. Add optional ingredients. Butter and salt are simple flavor enhancers. Bay leaf and cardamom are popular Indian rice flavorings. Close lid and turn on. Don't lift the lid to check on it until its done. Wait for the rice cooker to turn off. Most rice cookers have a small light that will go off when the rice is done. Some will automatically open the lid. Many rice cookers will keep the rice warm until its ready to eat Let sit for 10 minutes (optional). You can eat immediately, but the rice may be more evenly cooked if you wait a short time before opening the rice cooker. Deal with rice that is ready to eat but with water still left. Drain the rice in a colander or cook uncovered at low heat for a few minutes to evaporate the water. Revitalize rice that is still chewy and hard when it should be ready. Add a little more water (just to produce more steam) and cook covered for a few more minutes. Triage rice that has burned! Run cold water on the outside of the pot (be ready for steam clouds) to stop the rice cooking. Remove the good rice from the center. Fix rice that always turns out too sticky or mushy. Use less water (a 1.5:1 or 1.75:1 ratio of water:rice) and/or reduce the cooking time. Fix rice that frequently burns. Boil the rice uncovered for half the necessary cooking time, then remove it from the heat entirely and cover with a tightly fitting lid. The steam should finish cooking the rice in 10–15 minutes with no risk of burning. Make Rice Pilaf. The long individual grains can be easily separated even when fluffy, making them perfect for making this toasted rice dish. Cook Stuffed Peppers. Spanish cuisine is one of many that relies on long grain rice. Use basmati with Indian food and jasmine rice for Thai cooking, or substitute another variety of long grain rice in those recipes. Use Rice in Jambalaya. Long grain rice has much less starch than short grain rice, which allows it to absorb plenty of flavor from stews and soups without falling apart. Remember not to fully cook the rice before adding; it will finish cooking in the soup. Find a use for overcooked rice. Mushy, split grains can still be tasty if used in the right recipe. Fry it to remove that excess moisture Turn it into a sweet dessert Add it to any soup, baby food, or homemade meatballs | Measure out the desired quantity of rice. Rinse the rice (optional). Soak the rice (optional). Heat water to a full boil, then add the rice. Cover the pot and reduce heat. Simmer for 15–20 minutes (6–10 for soaked rice). Strain the rice in a colander. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Boil water. Place the rice and water in an oven safe dish. Tightly cover and bake until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork before serving. Read your rice cooker's instructions. Rinse the rice (optional). Put rice and cold water into the rice cooker. Add optional ingredients. Close lid and turn on. Wait for the rice cooker to turn off. Let sit for 10 minutes (optional). Deal with rice that is ready to eat but with water still left. Revitalize rice that is still chewy and hard when it should be ready. Triage rice that has burned! Fix rice that always turns out too sticky or mushy. Fix rice that frequently burns. Make Rice Pilaf. Cook Stuffed Peppers. Use Rice in Jambalaya. Find a use for overcooked rice. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Musical | How to Write a Musical | To write a musical, start by coming up with the basic story and the characters that will be in your show. Then, map out your musical by drawing storyboards for each scene so you know which characters will be on stage in each scene and what actions will take place. Once you've got your story laid out, write the music for each scene and type up the script and stage directions for the actors. | Brainstorm ideas. Start by sitting down and writing out a few ideas for the musical. Think about a question or problem you can address in the musical, such as “What is love?” or “How does it feel to be an outsider?” You can also think about a personal experience that upset you, unsettled you, or made you question your values. This experience could serve as the inspiration for the musical. Consider why an idea might work better in the musical format than in the short story or novel format. Music and singing need to feel necessary to the story idea in some way. For example, you may realize that you can only tell the story of your parents' meeting in New York in the 70s through the music they loved in that time period. You may also try going for a walk in a park or sitting in a public square to get inspiration. Watch people interact and notice any behaviors or actions that seem interesting to you. You could then create a storyline based on the lives of other people in your everyday life. Try to choose a story idea that you are truly passionate about. Having a story that you really care about can help you stay motivated to write the musical and see it performed one day on stage. Create a one line story summary. Once you have a story idea, you should try to create a one line summary so you have a clear sense of the story. Try to answer the question, “What is the story about?” Focus less on character names and more on the dramatic moment in the main character's lives that create the story. For example, a one line story summary for the musical Fiddler on the Roof could be, “A Jewish peasant tries to marry off three of his daughters and deal with anti-Semitic values that threaten his village and their way of life.” This summary includes the major plot points of the musical and also includes key themes, such as “a way of life” and “anti-Semitism”, that play out in the musical. Study other musicals for inspiration. To get inspiration for your musical and come up with a story idea, you should study other musicals. Go to musicals, read musicals on the page, and study the ways in which they combine song, music, and dialogue to create an effective show for the audience. You may read and watch a production of several classic musicals, including: Cats Fiddler on the Roof The Phantom of the Opera My Fair Lady Sweeney Todd Guys and Dolls Hamilton The Greatest Showman Into the Woods Dear Evan Hansen Wicked Determine the emotional core of the story. Once you have the story idea, think about what is at the heart of your story. Ask yourself, “What are the themes in the story?” “What larger issues does the story address?” Identifying the emotional core of the story will help you focus your writing and create content that addresses the emotional aspect of the musical. For example, the musical Sweeney Todd is, at the surface, about a Victorian barber out to kill the men who stole his wife and sent him to prison on false charges. But at the heart, the musical is about the high cost of revenge and how anger and resentment can ruin your present day life. Make storyboards. One way to help you write the musical is to create storyboards or visual representations of each scene. You can draw on regular sheets of paper or get larger paper to write on. Storyboarding each scene can help you get a better sense of your character's actions and motivations. It can also make it easier to write the music and the songs for the musical. You may try writing down a rough list of scenes for the musical and then creating storyboards for each scene. Try to get the essential visual elements for each scene on the storyboard. Don't be afraid to use many storyboards for each scene, as the more detailed you are, the more depth the musical will have. Write the music. The most important element of a musical is the musical score. There are four types of musicals: all-sung, operas, integrated, and unintegrated. Musicals that are all-sung means there is no dialogue at all and the entire script is sung. Operas are also all sung. The most popular form is integrated, where the music and the dialogue are integrated together in one show. If you have written music before, you may try writing music for each scene that you have storyboarded. Or you may start by writing one to two pieces that you feel are key to the musical, such as the musical theme for the show. You may also try using music writing software on your computer that helps you translate humming, singing, or whistling into written music. This may be ideal if you have never composed music before but are musically inclined and want to somehow translate your ideas into a score. Create the lyrics for the songs. You may be able to write the music and the lyrics for the musical, especially if you know the story well and feel confident about your music writing abilities. If you are not musically inclined, you may look for a writing partner who is skilled at composing music for the stage. Many musicals have been written in pairs or teams, with one person writing the music and one person writing the lyrics. Once you have written the music for the musical, you should create a list of songs. Notice if you have more songs than scenes in the musical. Having many songs is not a bad thing, but you want to be sure that the musical flows well from dialogue to song and from scene to scene. Put the music and the story together. Organize the musical so there are scenes, music, and lyrics in the same document. Order the music within the scenes of the musical so it all feels cohesive and well put together. Check that you have smooth transitions from spoken dialogue to a song. For example, you may notice that you have a scene between a father and daughter, followed by a song that is sung by the daughter. You should make sure the song relates somehow to the scene and that the daughter addresses her relationship with her father in the song. This will make the musical flow smoothly. Run through the musical. Do this on your own or with a friend. If possible, get access to a piano or a musical instrument that is important in the musical score. Then, read all the dialogue out loud and sing the songs to the tune of the musical instrument. Notice how the dialogue and the songs sound aloud. Pay attention to any dialogue that feels confusing or clumsy. Check that the songs relate to the dialogue in someway and sound polished. You may underline or mark any sections that feel off to you. You can then go back and revise them so until they are at their best. Add in stage directions. Stage directions tell the actors where they are situated on stage and how they are approaching a scene or a song. Keep the stage directions concise and to the point. Do not include stage direction that feels long winded or convoluted. For example, if you want to notate that there is going to be a musical number in a scene, you would add in “Music starts playing (insert musical number here)” into the script. This will signal to the actors that a song is going to be performed. You should also include details about where the actors enter from into a scene, such as STAGE RIGHT or STAGE LEFT. You should include notes about a character's reaction, but only if it is an important reaction in the scene. For example, “VELMA (aghast) How could you do that?” or “JOHN (crying) I can't sing anymore.” Get actors to perform the musical. Once you have a polished script, you should try to have it performed on stage. You may contact actors in your area and hire them to perform the musical at your local theater. Or you may try to get the musical performed by a prominent theater company in your area. You may also seek out actors and playwrights who have had success to get advice on how you can get your musical produced. | Brainstorm ideas. Create a one line story summary. Study other musicals for inspiration. Determine the emotional core of the story. Make storyboards. Write the music. Create the lyrics for the songs. Put the music and the story together. Run through the musical. Add in stage directions. Get actors to perform the musical. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Dying-Prematurely | How to Avoid Dying Prematurely | To avoid dying prematurely, aim to get 30 minutes of daily exercise walking around your neighborhood, since this will reduce your blood pressure and help to prevent cardiovascular disease. Additionally, try to consume a healthy diet with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, poultry, lean fish, and low fat dairy foods to lower your blood pressure. Since skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, you should limit your sun exposure to 1 hour a day or cover up using a hat, light weight clothes and a sunscreen that is at least SPF 30. In addition, try to consume antioxidant rich foods like dark colored berries, artichokes, and kidney beans to prevent cancer. | Stop smoking. Smoking tobacco is one of the most harmful things you can do on a regular basis. It's well established that smoking damages nearly every organ of the body and causes many diseases, including all sorts of cardiovascular related problems, which contribute significantly to premature death. Smoking is estimated to increase the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke due to atherosclerosis by up to 4x compared to non-smokers. Cigarettes contain a variety of toxic compounds that damage blood vessels and poison tissues. Cigarette smoking causes more than 480,000 deaths each year in the United States, which is about one in five deaths. Smoking is also the leading cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease of the lungs and lung cancer. Use nicotine patches or gum to help wean yourself off cigarettes. Try following the mnemonic START to help you get quit: S= Set a quit Date. T= Tell family and friends that you plan to quit. A= Anticipate and plan ahead for hard times. R= Remove tobacco products from. the home, car, work, etc. T= Talk to your doctor about smoking cessation Control your blood pressure. High blood pressure (hypertension) is often referred to as the "silent killer" because it doesn't often cause noticeable symptoms until it's too late. High blood pressure puts strain on the heart and damages the insides of arteries over time, which promotes atherosclerosis or clogged arteries. It also promotes stroke and kidney disease. Blood pressure can be reduced with medication, although some people experience significant side effects from it. Natural ways of reducing blood pressure include losing weight if you are overweight, eating a healthy diet based on lots of fresh produce, cutting back on salt (sodium) consumption, daily exercise and controlling your stress via meditation, deep breathing techniques, yoga and/or tai chi. Hypertension is defined as having blood pressure greater than 140/90 mm Hg on a regular basis. The DASH diet is often recommended for hypertension and it emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, poultry, lean fish, and low-fat dairy foods. Get plenty of potassium, which can help prevent and control hypertension, but limit your sodium intake to less than 1,500 mg daily. Maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Although eating fat, even saturated fat, is healthy in moderation — after all, fatty acids are needed to make all cell membranes in the body — too much "bad fat" is damaging to cardiovascular health. Although saturated fat (the kind found in animal products) is often touted as unhealthy, the kind that really causes problems is trans fat, which is an artificially made hydrogenated vegetable oil found in most fried foods, margarine, cookies and chips. Trans fats raises the "bad" LDL cholesterol and lowers the "good" HDL cholesterol in your blood, which increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. Normal total cholesterol levels in the blood should be less than 200 mg/dL. LDL cholesterol should be less than 100 mg/dL, whereas HDL levels should be above 60 mg/dL for optimal protection against cardiovascular disease. The healthiest fats are often considered to be monounsaturated and polyunsaturated plant-based fats. Foods rich in polyunsaturated fat include safflower, sesame and sunflower seeds, corn oil and soybeans; whereas great sources of monounsaturated fat include avocados, canola, olive and peanut oils. Be more physically active. Another important factor in reducing your risk of dying prematurely from cardiovascular disease is getting regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight. Obesity puts lots of strain on the heart and blood vessels, which leads to dysfunction eventually. Only 30 minutes of mild-to-moderate cardiovascular exercise each day on a regular basis is linked to better health and longevity, as it can reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as well as trigger gradual weight loss. Start with walking around your neighborhood, if weather permits, then transition to more difficult terrain, tread mills and/or cycling. Avoid vigorous exercise to start with, or if you have a known heart condition. Vigorous exercise (such as marathon running) temporarily increases blood pressure and strain on the heart, which may trigger a heart attack. Thirty minutes of daily exercise is good for your health and an hour is even better, but much beyond that amount isn't proven to be significantly more beneficial. Recommendations for exercise include the President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition. These recommendation include doing 150 minutes (2 ½ hours) of moderate intensity exercise every week. Types of moderate intensity exercise include ballroom dancing, biking slowly, gardening, using your manual wheelchair, walking, and water aerobics. More vigorous activities are biking up hills, basketball, swimming laps, and running. Reduce alcohol consumption. Based on extensive research, there is a strong association between alcohol drinking and several types of cancer, especially of the mouth, throat, breast, liver and large intestine. Ethanol, the type of alcohol commonly consumed, is a known human carcinogen. In essence, the more alcohol a person consumes regularly over time, the higher the risk of developing cancer and dying prematurely. As such, either stop drinking alcohol or limit your consumption to no more than one alcoholic beverage in a 24-hour period. Alcohol is known to "thin" the blood, which can be helpful for reducing the risk of atherosclerosis, but the net effect of ethanol on health is clearly negative. The least harmful alcoholic beverage is thought to be red wine because of its antioxidants (resveratrol); however, human research does not provide evidence that resveratrol is effective in preventing or treating cancers. A significant proportion of people who regularly consume alcohol also habitually smoke tobacco. Smoking is a leading cause of many cancers, but the risks greatly increase when combined with drinking alcohol, particularly for cancers of the mouth, throat and esophagus. Eat food with more antioxidants and less preservatives. Antioxidants are compounds (mostly from plants, fruits and veggies) that prohibit or even prevent the oxidation of other molecules in the body. While oxygen is obviously needed in the body, oxidation of certain compounds is often a bad thing because it produces havoc-wreaking "free radicals," which can damage surrounding tissue and even alter its DNA. Consequently, free radicals are linked to cancer, cardiovascular disease and premature aging. Preservatives, which are found in almost all prepared foods found on the shelves of grocery stores, are also damaging to the body due to free radical formation and general toxicity. As such, focusing on consuming lots of antioxidants is a good strategy to prevent cancer. Compounds that act as strong antioxidants include vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, selenium, glutathione, coenzyme Q10, lipoic acid, flavonoids and phenols, among many others. Foods particularly rich in antioxidants include: all dark colored berries, strawberries, apples, cherries, artichokes, kidney beans and pinto beans. Other foods considered protective against cancer include broccoli, tomatoes, walnuts and garlic. Limit sun exposure. Sun exposure is needed for all life to thrive, but overdoing it (especially if you're constantly getting sunburned) dramatically increases the risk of skin cancer. In moderate amounts, particularly during the summer months, sunlight triggers vitamin D production in the skin, which has many known benefits including stimulating immunity and regulating mood; however, the ultraviolet (UV) radiation in sunlight (also in many tanning beds) damages skin cells, sometimes on a DNA level, which leads to mutations and cancer development. As such, don't avoid the sun, but limit your direct exposure to no more than an hour per day. If you plan on being outside longer, then cover-up with a hat and light-weight breathable cotton clothes, or use natural forms of sunblock and sunscreen. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using a sunscreen that is SPF 30 or greater with broad-spectrum coverage for UVA and UVB rays. If you are outside or at the pool make sure that the sunscreen is water resistant. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, accounting for about 3.5 million cases a year in the U.S. Basal and squamous cell skin cancers are most common, but melanoma is the most deadly. Major risk factors for skin cancer include: pale skin, severe sunburns in the past, many or unusual looking moles, older age and weakened immune systems. Chronic exposure to coal tar, paraffin, and most hydrocarbon-based products also commonly cause skin cancer. Wear your seat belt. Fatal accidents are another common cause of premature death in the U.S., with motor vehicle crashes leading to about 2.2 million Americans being treated in ER departments in 2012. Although modern air bags are a great safety feature and contribute to saving lives, seat belts are still considered an essential injury prevention tool because they prevent people from being thrown from their vehicles. It's estimated that seat belt use reduces serious crash-related injuries and deaths by about 50%. As such, buckle up every time you enter a vehicle if you want to reduce the risk of premature death from injury. Teenagers between the ages of 13–20 years are the least likely group to wear seat belts, and therefore, tend to suffer more fatal injuries. Men are about 10% less likely to wear seat belts compared to women. Another way of reducing fatal injuries in car accidents is to drive a large vehicle because they tend to ride higher and are heavier, which are both protective factors. Wear a motorcycle and/or bicycle helmet. Another simple way of preventing fatal trauma, particularly to the head, is wearing a helmet while on a motorcycle or bicycle. In 2010, about 42% of motorcyclists who were fatally injured were not wearing helmets. In that same year, it's estimated that helmets saved over 1,500 riders' lives, but some states don't require their use so some riders prefer to legally go without. The human skull feels pretty strong, but the brain is very susceptible to injury because it bounces around inside the skull in response to trauma. High speeds or severe impacts are not needed to damage the brain and cause death. This explains why bicyclists can die from head injuries, but rarely anything else. Helmets don't protect from whiplash-like trauma, but they are great at deflecting or dispersing blunt trauma. On average, U.S. states with universal helmet laws save eight times more riders' lives each year compared to states without any helmet laws. It's not enough just to wear a helmet — make sure it's fastened tightly to your head. Also, wear a helmet designed for horseback riding when riding horses. Concussion and trauma can occur if you fall off of a horse without a helmet. Don't drink and drive. It should be clear that drinking alcohol does not mix with driving a car or operating heavy equipment, yet many people continue to do it because alcohol distorts a person's judgement and ability to think clearly. In the U.S., an estimated 32% of fatal car accidents involve an intoxicated driver (or pedestrian). In addition to poor judgement, driving intoxicated is dangerous because alcohol reduces reaction times, decision making and coordination. Approximately 13,000 Americans are killed each year in alcohol-related accidents. All U.S. states have adopted.08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level as the legal limit for driving a car (aged 21 years or older), although most accidents occur with.10% BAC levels. In addition to not drinking, avoid talking on a cell phone or texting while driving (even with a hands-free set) as it takes your attention off the road. Don't mix alcohol with drugs. Another combination that doesn't mix is drinking alcohol while taking drugs (illicit, prescription or even over-the-counter types). The by-products of alcohol and all drugs are metabolized in the liver, and sometimes when certain compounds are mixed together a toxic reaction occurs that can severely injure or completely shut down the liver, leading quickly to death. As little as a couple of pain relievers, such as acetaminophen, mixed with a glass a wine can potentially lead to liver failure. In addition, combining alcohol with drugs often leads to dramatic changes in perception, behavior, mood, breathing rate, blood pressure, and other parameters, which can all increase the risk of dying prematurely. As such, never combine the two at the same time. It takes hours for most drugs to be processed by the liver, so make sure to time the addition of alcohol safely — at least three hours later as a general rule and sometimes as long as six hours. Sometimes drugs are taken because of the effects of alcohol (such as an aspirin for a hangover-type headache). Thus, quitting drinking may remove the need to take certain medications altogether. | Stop smoking. Control your blood pressure. Maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Be more physically active. Reduce alcohol consumption. Eat food with more antioxidants and less preservatives. Limit sun exposure. Wear your seat belt. Wear a motorcycle and/or bicycle helmet. Don't drink and drive. Don't mix alcohol with drugs. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Remove-Musty-Odors-from-Vacuum-Flasks | How to Remove Musty Odors from Vacuum Flasks | If you need to remove a musty smell from your vacuum flask, try washing it with soapy water. Mix a few drops of dish detergent with water, then scrub the soapy water around the inside of the flask with a bottle brush. You should also take apart the lid, including the seal, and clean each part separately, since mold may gather over time. If washing the flask fails to remove the smell, try a baking soda and vinegar mix. Add 2 teaspoons of baking soda and 2 tablespoons of vinegar to the flask. Leave the baking soda in the flask for 8 hours, then rinse it out. | Wash the flask with dish soap and a bottle brush after each use. Add a few drops of dish detergent to the flask and then fill it up with warm water. Scrub all around the inside of the flask with a bottle brush. Then dump out the soapy water and rinse the flask 3 or more times to get rid of all the soap residue. Make sure that the water comes out clear. Many vacuum flasks manufacturers do not recommend washing the flask in the dishwasher. Check the care instructions to see if the flask is dishwasher-safe so you can simply wash it in the dishwasher after each use. Disassemble the lid and clean it thoroughly. Take apart any pieces of the flask that come loose, such as the seal on the lid. Scrub these removable parts and all surfaces of the lid with a bottle brush, dish soap, and warm water. Scrape out gunk from the nooks and crannies with a cotton swab or toothpick if needed. These areas of the flask can harbor mold if you do not clean them well, so do this every time you clean your flask. Scrub the flask with a baking soda paste if it’s stained. If there are coffee stains inside the flask, mix 1 tablespoon (15 g) of baking soda with 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of water and use it to scrub the inside of the flask. Rub the paste around the inside of the flask with a bottle brush and then rinse the flask thoroughly with hot water. For a heavily-stained flask, you might need to repeat this 1-2 more times. Place the flask upside down to dry for 2-4 hours. After washing and rinsing the flask thoroughly, place it on a drying rack or clean, dry towel to dry. Turn the flask so it is upside down to allow the water to drip out. Place the lid on the drying rack or towel as well. If you took apart the lid, keep the lid parts separated until they are all dry as well. If you're in a hurry, use a lint-free cloth or paper towel to dry the inside of the flask and its parts. Reassemble and replace the lid loosely after the flask is completely dry. When there is no water left on the flask, turn it right side up. Reassemble the lid if you took it apart. If you want to store the flask for later use, place the lid on it loosely to avoid trapping any remaining odors inside of the flask. Add 1-2 teaspoons (5-10 g) of baking soda to the flask. Measure out the baking soda and add it to the clean, dry flask. The amount doesn't have to be precise. A little more or less is fine. Baking soda is cheap and easy to find. It's usually located in the baking aisle of grocery stores. Add vinegar and shake the flask for more intense cleansing action. Pour about 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of vinegar into the flask and place the lid back on it. Then, shake the flask for about 10-15 seconds. Remove the lid and dump the vinegar and baking soda out after you finish shaking. The vinegar and baking soda will react with each other and begin to fizz. This will help cleanse the inside of the flask and eliminate odors. Use 1⁄4 c (59 mL) of lemon juice for an alternative to vinegar. If you don't have or don't want to use vinegar, lemon juice is a good alternative. Pour in the lemon juice with the baking soda, replace the lid, and shake the flask vigorously for about 30 seconds. Then, remove the lid and dump out the remaining baking soda and lemon juice solution. The combination of lemon juice and baking soda should eliminate any foul odors and you may even end up with a lemony-fresh smelling flask. Let the baking soda sit in the flask overnight if it’s very musty. Don't add anything else to the flask. Replace the lid and leave the baking soda in the flask overnight or for 8 hours. You can do this instead of adding vinegar or lemon juice. This will help to combat an extra musty smelling flask. You can leave the baking soda in the flask for longer than 8 hours. Just make sure to rinse it out before you use it again! Use a sticky note that says something like “Rinse!” and stick it to the flask so you remember to rinse it out. Rinse the flask out before you use it again. After treating the flask with baking soda only, baking soda and vinegar, or baking soda and lemon juice, rinse it thoroughly with warm water. Make sure to get all of the baking soda out of the flask before you use it again or your beverage will taste funny. Watch for the water to run clear as you rinse the flask. Repeat the baking soda treatment once a week. Regular maintenance will help prevent odors from building up in the flask. You can give the flask a baking soda treatment once per week or any time it starts to smell a little musty. | Wash the flask with dish soap and a bottle brush after each use. Disassemble the lid and clean it thoroughly. Scrub the flask with a baking soda paste if it’s stained. Place the flask upside down to dry for 2-4 hours. Reassemble and replace the lid loosely after the flask is completely dry. Add 1-2 teaspoons (5-10 g) of baking soda to the flask. Add vinegar and shake the flask for more intense cleansing action. Use 1⁄4 c (59 mL) of lemon juice for an alternative to vinegar. Let the baking soda sit in the flask overnight if it’s very musty. Rinse the flask out before you use it again. Repeat the baking soda treatment once a week. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Build-a-LEGO-Car | How to Build a LEGO Car | To build a LEGO car, start by snapping tires onto 2 axel pieces. Then, build the hood of the car on a flat plate using square and angular bricks. Next, attach a windshield piece to the plate behind the hood and build the siding of the car with rectangular bricks. Once you're finished with the sides of the car, add the back and the spoiler using bricks with a thin plate on top. Finally, snap your axel pieces with the tires attached to the bottom of the car and you're finished! | Gather your LEGO materials. If you are following a set of instructions for an official LEGO car set, make sure you have the instructions and all the pieces needed for your car. If you are designing your own car, make sure you have a variety of LEGO pieces handy so that you can create whatever you want. For a very basic LEGO car, you will need a minimum of 4 tires of the same size, 2 axles of the same size, and at least one long LEGO piece to connect them. LEGO also manufactures pieces like steering wheels, seats, windshields, and car doors that you may enjoy adding to enhance your car's details. Find a safe, clear space to build the car. A table or desk near a bright lighting source is a good place to build a LEGO car. You want to find a space that's big enough for you to spread out your pieces (and instructions, if you're using them). LEGO pieces are small and can pose a choking hazard to pets and small children if they're left lying around. If they're left on the floor they might also be stepped on, which can be painful. Building on the floor will work, but keep an eye on your pieces to make sure they stay in a contained area. Spread your LEGO pieces neatly in front of you. Organize the pieces by size and shape, so it is easier to pick the pieces you need. If working with small children, make sure the children do not put the LEGO pieces in their mouths, as they are a choking hazard. Gather your pieces. This simple car can be built using LEGO pieces that almost everyone has. You will need several different types of pieces for this car, and you can vary the pieces used based on what you have. Measurements for LEGO pieces are given in "stud" count (the "dots" on many LEGO pieces). A brick that is 2 studs wide by 4 studs long is a 2x4. For the chassis you will need 4 tires of the same size, 2 rectangular axles of the same size, and a thin 4x12 plate (the long, thin LEGO pieces). For the body, you will need 2 2x2 bricks, 6 2x4 bricks, 4 1x2 bricks, 1 1x4 brick, 2 2x2 clear angular bricks, 1 LEGO windshield, and 1 LEGO steering wheel piece. Snap tires to axle pieces. The axle pieces are small square or rectangular pieces that have prongs on either side. Snap one tire to each prong. When finished, you should have two sets of wheels connected by the axles. Make sure the axle pieces and tires fit together snugly. The tires should be secure, but still able to spin freely. Make sure your tires and base piece are proportionate. Tiny tires will not adequately support a larger LEGO car, and will impede speed and movement. Build the front hood. You'll need 2 2x2 square bricks and two 2x2 clear angular bricks. Alternately, you could use one 2x4 brick and two 2x2 clear angular bricks. Snap the clear bricks to the top of the square bricks. Attach the pieces you just completed to the front end of your car. Make sure the end of the plate is flush with the edge of the pieces you attached. Build the windshield section. This piece will sit directly behind the hood you just built. You will need 2 2x4 bricks and a 2x4 LEGO windshield piece. Stack two 2x4 bricks together. Snap on the windshield piece. Attach this section to the plate just behind the piece you attached in Step 3. Build the cab. You will need 1 2x4 rectangular brick, 2 1x2 rectangular bricks, and a 1x2 LEGO steering wheel piece. Snap the 1x2 bricks to either end of the 2x4 brick. It should look a little like a short “u” when you're finished. Position the steering wheel in the space between the 1x2 bricks. The piece should be on the back row of studs with the wheel facing you. Press into place. Attach this section to the base just behind the windshield section. Build the body of the car. You will need 1 2x4 brick and 2 1x2 bricks. Snap these together to form a “u." Attach this section to the plate just behind the cab. Build the back end and “spoiler. ” You will need 2 2x4 bricks, 1 1x4 brick, and 1 2x4 plate (thinner than the bricks). Stack the two 2x4 bricks. Snap the 1x4 brick to the back of this stack. Press the plate onto the 1x4 brick so that it hangs off the back of the structure a little. It should look like the little “wing” on the back of a sports car. Attach this section to the base just behind the body section. Press your axle pieces onto the underside of the plate. One should go under the front of the base and one under the rear. The front edge of the front wheels should line up approximately with the front end of the base piece. The back edge of the rear tires should line up approximately with the rear end of the base piece. If the tires are obstructed, change the width of the base piece, or find two longer, matching axle pieces. Select a LEGO figurine. Bend the figurine at its waist so it's sitting and place it in the space behind the steering wheel. Enjoy your car! If it moves too slowly, the car may be too big for the base piece and the tires. You can experiment with different designs to get the look and power you want. Select your bricks. You will need some specialized bricks for this build, such as bricks with holes in them, thin rod-type axles, and separate wheel rims and tires. These come in LEGO Technic sets, or you can buy them separately from a LEGO Store or online. You will need 2 1x10 bricks with holes in the sides, 1 2x4 plate (thinner than a 2x4 brick), 1 8x4 plate, 1 1x4 brick, 1 2x4 brick, 1 2x2 brick, 1 2x8 brick, 2 Technic axles, 4 LEGO wheel rims, and 4 LEGO tires. You will also need 2 rubber bands. Attach the tires to the wheel rims. For optimal energy transfer, you should have two larger wheels for the back and two smaller wheels for the front. Set these aside for now. Build the car chassis. Place the 1x10 bricks side by side, like railroad tracks. Snap the 2x4 plate and 8x4 plate to the tops of the bricks. Now you should have a chassis that is 4x10. Build the car body. This will be the structure that the rubber band attaches to in order to create the power to move the car. Snap the 1x4 brick to the very front of the chassis. Forming a “T” shape, snap the 2x4 brick to the middle of the plate just behind the brick you just placed. Snap the 2x2 brick to the very back of the chassis. Place it in the middle of the plate so there is 1 stud on either side. Attach the 2x8 brick so that it covers the last 2 studs of the “T” shape. The back of this brick should hang out over the back end of the chassis. Tie the rubber bands in a cow hitch knot. This is an easy knot you can tie with two closed loops (like rubber bands are). Wrap one rubber band around the finger and thumb of your non-dominant hand. Slip the other band through the center of band #1 and pull about halfway through. Slide one end of band #2 through the loop formed by its other end and pull to secure. Place the back axle. Slide one axle through the last hole of the 10x1 bricks at the very back of your car. Attach a wheel to either end of the axle. Attach the knotted rubber bands to the back axle. To do this, slide one end of one band up and under the axle until you can see a little loop. Thread the other end of the bands and pull to secure. Pull the rubber band up and over the top of your car body. The band should run under the whole length of the chassis. Slip the end of the rubber band under the protruding part of the very top brick. Place the front axle. Slide the other axle through the first hole of the 10x1 bricks at the very front of your car. Make sure the rubber band is under the axle. Attach a wheel to either end of the axle. Make the car go. To wind up the car, place the car on a flat, smooth surface and pull the it backwards. This will build up tension in the rubber band. When you let go, it should go speeding away! Build a basic LEGO car. The design in this part creates a “dragster”-style car that is very light and has a low, stable center of gravity. You can design your own car, but try to keep it lightweight and low to the ground. For this design, you will need 2 rectangular axles, 4 tires of equal size, 4 2x8 bricks, 8 2x4 bricks, 2 1x2 bricks, and a thin plate at least 2x4 (but a longer plate is better). You will also need one small party balloon. Place the 2x8 bricks together end-to-end in two rows. Each row should be 2x16 now. Snap a 2x4 brick to the top of each row to connect the 2x8 bricks. Turn the connected bricks over. Snap the thin plate to the bottom of both rows so that they are connected. Attach the tires to the axles. Place an axle at each end of the car. Turn the body over. You should now have a car body that is 4x16 with the two 2x4 bricks on top and wheels on the bottom. Stack 5 2x4 bricks together. Snap this column to the back of your car body. Make sure the bricks are connected snugly, but don't press too hard or you might break the car body. Snap the 1x2 bricks to the top of the 2x4 column. Place one at each end to create a little hollow in the middle. Attach the final 2x4 brick to the top of the column. You should have a small hole in the middle of the column near the top. Thread the balloon through the hole. In order to propel your car, you will want the body of the balloon to be placed over the body of your car. Slip the neck of the balloon through the hole, but don't pull the balloon all the way through. Inflate the balloon. You may find it easier to blow up the balloon if you pick up the car and hold it close to your face while you inflate it. When the balloon is inflated, pinch the neck with your fingers to keep the air in. Place your car on a flat, smooth surface. Release the neck of the balloon. Your car should speed away from you as the air pushes out of the balloon! | Gather your LEGO materials. Find a safe, clear space to build the car. Spread your LEGO pieces neatly in front of you. Gather your pieces. Snap tires to axle pieces. Build the front hood. Build the windshield section. Build the cab. Build the back end and “spoiler. Press your axle pieces onto the underside of the plate. Select a LEGO figurine. Enjoy your car! Select your bricks. Attach the tires to the wheel rims. Build the car chassis. Build the car body. Tie the rubber bands in a cow hitch knot. Place the back axle. Attach the knotted rubber bands to the back axle. Pull the rubber band up and over the top of your car body. Place the front axle. Make the car go. Build a basic LEGO car. Place the 2x8 bricks together end-to-end in two rows. Turn the connected bricks over. Stack 5 2x4 bricks together. Thread the balloon through the hole. Inflate the balloon. Place your car on a flat, smooth surface. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Choose-a-Haircut-That-Flatters-Your-Facial-Shape | How to Choose a Haircut That Flatters Your Facial Shape | If you want to choose a haircut that flatters your facial shape, decide what shape your face is by taking a self-portrait or selfie. Make sure to keep the camera level with your face, pull your hair back, and don't smile so you can see your natural face. Look at the picture and determine what the widest point of your face is. If it's your forehead, for example, your face is oval shaped. Oval faces look great with layered hair cuts and blunt, straight bangs. | Take a self-portrait. Hold the camera level with your face and take the picture straight-on. Make sure your hair is pulled away from your face. Resist the temptation to smile in the picture. You want to be able to figure out your face shape in its most natural position, and smiling might make it harder to tell. If you're having trouble taking a self-portrait with your camera, see if it has a timer. Set the timer, then pose for your photo. Alternatively, ask someone to take your picture if your camera isn't conducive to taking self-portraits. Trace your face shape on a mirror alternatively. If you don't have a camera, stand in front of the mirror and use an old lipstick or a dry erase marker to trace the shape of your face. You should trace the entire shape of your face—around your chin and around your hairline. Look at this tracing while you determine your face shape. Determine the widest part of your face. If your forehead is the widest part of your face, then you likely have an oval face shape. You may have a round face shape if your cheeks are the widest part of your face. A wide jaw means that you have a square face shape. There's still a chance, however, that you may have a heart-shaped face, so move on to checking your jaw. Inspect the shape of your jaw. A round jaw is consistent with a round face shape. A square jaw likely means that you have a square face shape. If you have a pointy jaw, this means that you have a heart-shaped face. Look at the length and width of your face. Looking at the length of your face will help you determine its shape. If your face is longer than it is wide, this likely means that you have an oval, square, or heart-shaped face. If your face is as wide as it is long, you have a wide face shape. Don't let your face shape get in the way of your desired cut. Ultimately, what matters the most is what haircut you would like to get. If you adore a pixie cut, even though your face is square, get a pixie cut. Hair can always grow out. Alternatively, you could get a wig cut in the style you like so that you can wear the style whenever you like. Create angles to frame a round face. Bring out the best in your softer, round features by contrasting them with some edge. Go for sleek lines and tapered ends and avoid bulky hairstyles. Consider a medium-length cut with layers that frame your face. Have the styles make your shortest layer fall below your ears. Your longest layer should fall a few inches below your chin. Get long, wavy layers to lengthen and contrast your features. Longer cuts look great with round faces because they tend to lengthen the features that are typically shortened. You can grow your hair out if it is already long, or if it is already long, ask for it to be cut into layers. For example, consider long wavy layers because they contrast round features. Experiment with an asymmetrical style for a bold cut. Asymmetrical styles can be a bold, beautiful move for people with round faces. Long, layered bangs create edgy angles that offset round features. An angled bob is another great choice for people who want a shorter cut. Choose a pixie cut to bring out your features. A pixie cut will put the focus on your features rather than your hair. This type of cut will bring out your apple cheeks as well as your eyes. Plus, a pixie cut is fairly low maintenance when it comes to styling. Soften the angles of a square face with a tousled bob. Harsh angles can be softened with cuts designed to bring focus to the eyes and mouth, rather than the face's edges. A tousled chin-length bob makes the perfect frame for a square jaw, highlighting its angular beauty. Alternatively, long curls and waves can offset severe angles. Try long, straight hair with layers as a contrast to your facial shape. A square facial shape is usually made up of strong features. Waves or curls may draw the attention away from your features. If your hair is already long but wavy, consider straightening. Or, consider growing your hair out past your shoulders. Keep in mind that using a hair straightener may damage your hair, especially with daily use. If you do use heat to style your hair, always apply a heat protectant prior to using your heat. Avoid extremely short cuts. This type of cut may draw too much attention to the lower portion of the face, making it look larger. Shorter cuts, such as bobs, are okay. Typically, anything shorter than the ears, like pixie cuts, wouldn't be the best choice for those with square facial features. Balance an oval face with layers. Oval faces tend to look incredible with a wide range of haircuts. Layers, bangs, curls and waves can help offset longer faces. Keeping an average hair length, rather than a very long or very short one, can also make the face look less long. Oval faces are usually considered the ideal face shape for any haircut, so enjoy your favorite style! Get blunt, straight bangs to bring out your features. This type of cut is a pretty choice for oval faces. Blunt bangs brings out the eyes and contrast with a defined chin. Blunt bangs typically pair best with medium length or longer hair. Go for an angled style when getting a short haircut. If you want to go short, try an angled cut with some longer pieces in front, rather than getting a pixie cut. For example, you could opt for an asymmetrical bob. Another option is a short and straight shag, which is easy to style and has a youthful look. Accent a heart-shaped face with medium or long layers. Medium and long length hair are good choices for heart-shaped faces. They provide balance to the face by filling in the area around the chin. Accentuate cheekbones on a heart-shaped face with bangs or layers that end right at the cheeks. Choose side-swept bangs to downplay your forehead. Side-swept bangs will bring out the eyes and downplay the forehead of a heart-shaped face. These bangs typically look best with hair that is at least at medium length. You could go for long hair or a long bob. Try a pixie cut to bring out your facial features. A pixie cut with bangs can be a wonderful choice for a heart-shaped face. This type of cut highlights the elegant chin and makes the eyes look larger. Plus, it is low maintenance for daily styling. | Take a self-portrait. Trace your face shape on a mirror alternatively. Determine the widest part of your face. Inspect the shape of your jaw. Look at the length and width of your face. Don't let your face shape get in the way of your desired cut. Create angles to frame a round face. Get long, wavy layers to lengthen and contrast your features. Experiment with an asymmetrical style for a bold cut. Choose a pixie cut to bring out your features. Soften the angles of a square face with a tousled bob. Try long, straight hair with layers as a contrast to your facial shape. Avoid extremely short cuts. Balance an oval face with layers. Get blunt, straight bangs to bring out your features. Go for an angled style when getting a short haircut. Accent a heart-shaped face with medium or long layers. Choose side-swept bangs to downplay your forehead. Try a pixie cut to bring out your facial features. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Sue-a-Company | How to Sue a Company | To sue a company, start by talking to your insurance company since they might be able to help with the negotiations and provide you with an attorney or legal team. Even if your insurance isn't able to help, you should still consult with an attorney about your case. If your case is small, you'll probably want to sue in small claims court, but you can also sue in state or federal court depending on your case. Whichever route you take, you'll need to gather as much evidence as possible and file a complaint with a court clerk. | Talk to your insurance company. Depending on your claim or case, your insurance company may be able to provide you with an attorney or legal team to help. Your insurance company may even do all of the negotiations for you with the defendant or their insurance company. Before you do anything, it's a good idea to reach out to your insurance company to see if they can help. Keep in mind that your insurance company may just pay you directly without a settlement depending on your policy. Consult with an attorney. Some lawsuits are simple, and you can handle them on your own. However, other cases are complex and you might need to hire a lawyer. In any event, you should consult with an attorney to talk about your case. Ask friends or family if they can recommend someone. If you have no leads, then get a referral from your nearest bar association. Call and schedule a consultation where you can talk about your case. The lawyer can give you good advice about how complicated the case will be and whether you should even sue. Generally, you can hire a lawyer in a personal injury lawsuit or discrimination lawsuit without having to pay fees. Instead, the lawyer will represent you on contingency, meaning they only get paid if you win. Write down what you remember. You are a party to the lawsuit, so sit down as soon as possible and record your memories. What happened? When did it happen? Try to be as detailed as possible. As time passes, you'll remember less, so get it all down now. Identify witnesses. You'll want them to testify on your behalf at trial. Identify any witnesses and take down their name, contact information, and a brief description of what they saw. If you are badly injured, ask someone else to take down this information before everyone leaves the scene of the accident. You can also ask witnesses to submit affidavits, which are sworn and written testimonies of what they witnessed. If you're suing an employer for discrimination, good witnesses include fellow employees and your boss. If you're suing for a personal injury, then a good witness is anyone who saw you get injured. Take pictures. If you were injured at a store, have someone return to the store to take pictures of any hazard that injured you. You should also take pictures of your injuries while they are fresh. By the time you get to trial, bruises will disappear and scars will heal. Make sure the time stamp works on your camera and that it records the proper date. If not, write the date down on the back of developed pictures. Take photographs from many different angles and different light. Remember not to smile in your photographs. Gather medical records. If you suffered a physical injury, you'll need medical documentation. Get copies of emergency room admitting charts, doctors' notes, test and exam results, as well as your doctor's diagnosis and prognosis. Also write down a list of medicines you have taken. Hold onto all medical bills, since you can be reimbursed for them. If you hire an attorney, they may recommend that you visit a doctor that specializes in personal injury cases. However, if you need emergency medical treatment, don't wait for a referral from your attorney. Collect proof of other injuries. You can sue for a variety of injuries, depending on the circumstances. Consider the following: Pain and suffering. Document this suffering in a pain journal. Each day, write down how you are feeling and the location and intensity of any pain. Lost wages. The injury might have prevented you from working. Gather evidence of how much you made, e.g., recent pay stubs or proof of self-employed income. You can be compensated for this loss. Avoid delay. You only have a limited amount of time to bring a lawsuit. This window of time is called the “statute of limitations.” Search online or ask a lawyer about the statute of limitations for your claim. If you wait too long, you can't bring a lawsuit, no matter how solid your case. Some statutes of limitations are only a year, so don't delay. Send a written demand to the company. In some states, you need to send a demand letter to the defendant before you can sue. In the letter, you explain your injuries and tell the defendant how much you are willing to settle for. Set the amount high—you should expect the defendant to try and negotiate the amount down. Hold onto a copy of your letter before mailing it certified mail, return receipt requested. Sue in small claims court if your case is small. In the U.S., each state has a small claims court that handles smaller matters. These courts are ideal, especially if you don't have a lawyer. Each state has a maximum limit that you can sue for in the court. For example, in Alabama, the limit is $6,000, but in Alaska the limit is $10,000. You can search online to find out the limit in your state, or stop into your court and ask the clerk for the dollar limit. Identify where the defendant does business. You can only sue in a court that has power over a defendant. This power is called “jurisdiction.” Usually, you can sue in the jurisdiction where the defendant does business. If the company has an office in the state, you can typically sue them there. There are exceptions, like if a company was traveling through a state they usually don't do business in when the injury occurred. In that case, the courts in that state would have jurisdiction over them. For example, you might live in Missouri but go to Florida for vacation. While on vacation, you go shopping and get injured at a store. If the company has stores in Missouri, you can probably sue back home. However, if the company only has stores in Florida, chances are you can't sue in your home state. Choose whether to sue in state or federal court. If you don't want to sue in small claims court, you should decide which regular civil court to sue in. In the U.S., you sometimes have a choice whether to sue in state or federal court. Consider the following factors: To sue in federal court, your case should arise under federal law. For example, federal antidiscrimination law allows you to sue in federal court. Alternately, you can sue in federal court if you reside in a different state from where the defendant has its principal place of business. The case must also be worth a certain amount (more than $75,000 as of 2017). This is called diversity jurisdiction. In this situation, you can bring your case in federal court even though you are suing under state law, not federal law. Often, you have a choice. For example, you can bring most federal law cases in state court. Learn the law. You can only sue if you have a recognizable “cause of action.” There are many causes of action, but each has certain elements or facts you must prove in order to win. You should identify your causes of action ahead of time. An easy way to learn about the law is to find pattern jury instructions online. Common causes of action include the following: Negligence. This means someone injured you because they were careless. You must prove the defendant owed you a duty of reasonable care, that they broke that duty, and that their carelessness caused your injuries. A common example: car accidents. Breach of contract. You must show that you have a valid contract, that the company broke the terms of the contract, and that you suffered injury. Employment discrimination. Employment discrimination involves an adverse employment action (such as demotion or termination) taken because of your protected characteristic, such as your race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information. Fraud. Fraud occurs when the defendant creates a false impression that you relied on, and you suffered injury as a result of that reliance. A common example: you bought a house because the owner said the roof was new when it wasn't. Fill out your complaint. You start a lawsuit by filing a complaint in which you identify yourself as the “plaintiff” and the company you are suing as the “defendant.” Also explain the factual background to the dispute. You also make a claim for money compensation (called “damages”). Some courts have fill-in-the-blank forms you can use. Check the court's website or ask the court clerk. If no form is available, then search for sample complaints online or in a book of legal forms which you can find in a library. Alternately, you should consult with an attorney if you need help. File your complaint with the court clerk. Make copies of your complaint and take the original and copies to the court clerk. Ask to file. Typically, you need to pay a filing fee. Ask for a fee waiver form if you can't afford it. You'll also need to fill out a summons at the clerk's office. Arrange to serve the defendant’s agent. Serve a copy of the complaint and the summons on the defendant. A company should have a registered agent who will receive service of process. This agent's name should be listed in your jurisdiction's business database. Generally, you'll need to pay someone to serve the papers, either the sheriff or a private process server. If you sue in small claims court, you can usually mail the papers to the defendant. Read the defendant’s response. The defendant should file an answer in which they deny your allegations and even counter-sue you. For example, if you sue for breach of contract, it's common for the defendant to claim you really broke the contract. If you sue a large company, you might have agreed to arbitrate any disputes instead of going to trial. Look at any contract you signed with the company. These arbitration clauses are enforceable, and the defendant will ask the judge to compel arbitration. Consider settlement or mediation. Lawsuits are time-consuming, unpredictable, and expensive. For these reasons, you might want to settle your case before going to court. Often, both sides are happy with a settlement. You'll get some money to compensate you for your injuries, and the company can put this dispute behind them. Mediation is useful if you don't have a lawyer, since it is a form of guided settlement. You and the defendant meet with a mediator, who helps each side listen to the other. If you are successful, you sign a settlement agreement and dismiss your lawsuit. Subpoena your witnesses. Draw up a list of witnesses who have helpful information. You'll need to give the defense a witness list. You also need to make sure witnesses show up at trial, so serve them a subpoena. There should be a form you can fill out at the clerk's office. Continue on to trial. Each trial is a little different. If you are in small claims court, then you probably won't have a jury. Instead, a judge will hear the case. The process might be informal, or not—each state sets its own rules. A trial in civil court will be more formal. Each side will make opening statements and closing arguments. As the plaintiff, you will call your witnesses first and then cross-examine the defense witnesses. The best way to learn about a trial is to sit in on one. Courthouses are open to the public, so find a trial that has just started. Sit in the back and take notes. Pay attention to where the parties sit and stand, and the kinds of questions they ask witnesses. | Talk to your insurance company. Consult with an attorney. Write down what you remember. Identify witnesses. Take pictures. Gather medical records. Collect proof of other injuries. Avoid delay. Send a written demand to the company. Sue in small claims court if your case is small. Identify where the defendant does business. Choose whether to sue in state or federal court. Learn the law. Fill out your complaint. File your complaint with the court clerk. Arrange to serve the defendant’s agent. Read the defendant’s response. Consider settlement or mediation. Subpoena your witnesses. Continue on to trial. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Store-Jalapenos | How to Store Jalapenos | To store jalapenos you'll eat in a week or so, place them in a plastic or paper bag and keep them in the refrigerator. To store jalapenos longer, you'll need to freeze them. First, blanch them in boiling water for 3 minutes before moving them to ice water for 1 minute, to preserve nutrients. Next, slice the jalapeno lengthwise and remove the seeds. Then, cut the peppers into smaller pieces, like strips or cubes, and place them in an airtight container to freeze for 10 to 12 month. | Place the jalapenos in a plastic bag. Ideally, put them in a plastic bag that has a zip lock or can be closed. Then, place them in the refrigerator. Eat the jalapenos within one week of storing. A few signs indicating that the jalapenos have gone bad are when the skin becomes soft and wrinkled in appearance. Throw away the jalapenos immediately if you see mold growing on them. Use a paper bag if you don't want to use plastic. Once you've bought the peppers or picked them, put them in a paper bag. Then, place the paper bag in the crisper of your refrigerator. The jalapenos will stay good up to one week. Throw the jalapenos away when they appear soft, wrinkled, or moldy. In some cases, the jalapenos will stay good for up to two weeks. Allow peppers to stay on the vine if you lack storage space. If you grow your own jalapenos, you don't have to pick them as soon as they are fully grown. You can keep them on the vine for some time, which will free up storage space in the refrigerator. They may, however, shrivel and fall off the vine on their own after a while. Once they fall of the vine, you eat them immediately or store them for up to one week. Vine ripened jalapenos are strongest in flavor, so keep children and pets away from any jalapenos that have fallen off the vine. Hang the peppers in a dry location. String thread through a needle, and push the needle through the part of the pepper just below the stem. Push the jalapeno further down on the thread and then repeat the process with the rest of the jalapenos. You can put as many jalapenos on the string as you'd like. Then, gang the strung jalapenos in a dry location. They will dry within 3 to 4 weeks. After that, you can leave them up as long as you'd like, or take them down and store them in a dry location. The jalapenos will stay good indefinitely once they are dry. Cellars usually aren't good for drying because they are often moist. Hanging them near a window in your kitchen would be a good choice. You can also grind dried jalapenos up and add them to meals. Use a spice grinder to grind the dried jalapenos. Then, put them in an airtight container, and they powder will stay good for up to 1 year. Bake strips of jalapeno peppers in the oven. Cut the jalapenos into strips or thirds. Then, put then on a cookie sheet and place them in the oven at 300 °F (149 °C). Leave them in the oven for 1 to 3 hours. After that, you can store them in a glass jar or grind them up. The dried jalapenos will last indefinitely. If you store them in a glass jar, make sure to keep them out of sunlight. Keeping them in the pantry or in a cabinet is ideal. Use a dehydrator to speed up the process. Another option for drying is to put them in a dehydrator. You can purchase online or at some supermarkets. Place the jalapenos in the dehydrator and allow them to dry out on soft heat overnight. Dried jalapenos that have been stored in a jar and kept out of sunlight will pretty much last indefinitely. You can also grind up dehydrated jalapenos with a spice grinder. Blanch jalapenos to retain nutrients. It is not necessary to blanch the jalapenos but doing so helps retain nutrients and texture. To blanch, put the jalapenos in boiling water for 3 minutes. Then, immediately dump them into ice water and stir for about 1 minute. Remove the seeds from the jalapenos. You can choose to remove the seeds from jalapenos to save you time later, or you can keep them frozen until you decide to defrost the jalapeno. If you want to go ahead and remove them, simply slice open the jalapenos and remove the seeds. Some think removing the seeds will make the jalapenos less hot once frozen, but this is not true. You can use the seeds to plant new jalapenos. You can use the seeds immediately, or store them in an airtight container for 3 to 5 years. You can also use the seeds in cooking to spice up the dish. Seeds stored in an airtight container will last 3 to 5 years. Dice, chop, or cut the peppers into strips. The way you cut the jalapenos depends on your personal preference. It doesn't matter if you cut them into strips but change your mind later. You can always dice them up in the future. It's also an option to freeze whole jalapenos. Put the jalapenos in an airtight container. Ideally, the airtight container should be made for freezer storage. The jalapeno will stay good in the freezer for 10 to 12 months. Once thawed, the jalapenos will usually be soft, but they will be good to use in cooking. You can thaw the jalapenos by leaving them out for a few hours, or by adding them to a heated pan as you cook. The jalapenos will thaw as they are being cooked. | Place the jalapenos in a plastic bag. Use a paper bag if you don't want to use plastic. Allow peppers to stay on the vine if you lack storage space. Hang the peppers in a dry location. Bake strips of jalapeno peppers in the oven. Use a dehydrator to speed up the process. Blanch jalapenos to retain nutrients. Remove the seeds from the jalapenos. Dice, chop, or cut the peppers into strips. Put the jalapenos in an airtight container. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Peeing-on-the-Tampon-String | How to Avoid Peeing on the Tampon String | To avoid peeing on the tampon string, squeeze your muscles around your urethra when you first sit down on the toilet so you don't pee right away. Then, reach your hands between your legs and gently pull the tampon string to the side so it rests against your thigh. Alternatively, you can reach behind and pull the string back, just make sure it doesn't touch your anus, which can increase your risk of infection. Once you've moved the string out of the way, lean forward a bit and urinate. If you accidentally pee on the string, don't worry! There aren't any health issues linked to this happening. Simply squeeze the string with a piece of toilet paper to dry it off. | Sit on the toilet seat, but don't pee yet. If you are using a public toilet, you may wish to squat above the toilet, without actually resting on the seat. Otherwise, you can use a seat-liner or tear several strips of toilet paper, lay them on the toilet seat, and sit. Make sure you have pulled down your pants and underwear or lifted your dress or skirt before sitting down. Squeeze the muscles around your urethra (the opening through which urine exits your body). You only have to do this for a moment, but squeeze tight so you don't start peeing as soon as you sit down. Reach your hand between your legs and pull the tampon string to the side. Hold the string against your thigh, and it should be out of the way when you pee. You may also want to reach behind and pull the string back, toward your anus. Only do this if you aren't also going to defecate, and be sure the string doesn't actually touch your anus. Lean forward a bit and begin to urinate. Keep your hand and the string out of the way as you urinate. Wipe as normal. Continue to hold the string off to the side, using your free hand to tear off some toilet paper and wipe yourself from front to back. Flush, pull up your pants, and remember to wash your hands. Don't worry if your tampon string gets wet. There shouldn't be any health repercussions if you accidentally pee on the string. You can squeeze the string with a piece of toilet paper to dry it off before pulling up your pants. It's really a matter of preference--if you are uncomfortable with the feeling of a wet string, or worry about smell, you can change your tampon if you wish. There has never been a documented case of infection due to urinating while wearing a tampon. Change your tampon if the tampon itself gets wet. If the actual tampon gets wet, it means it wasn't inserted properly and should be changed. Your tampon should be inserted far enough into your vagina so no part of the tampon itself is showing (the absorbent part), only the string. It is not necessary to change your tampon every time you urinate. Change your tampon based on how long you've had it in ( never over eight hours) or if your tampon is leaking or "full." If your tampon isn't ready to be changed, you will meet some resistance when you pull on the string. Always try to match your tampon to your flow--don't wear a super-absorbent tampon on a day when your flow is light. This can make removing the tampon uncomfortable. Hold your tampon string to the side or front if you are defecating. While it's fine to get urine on your tampon string, feces contains tons of bacteria that can lead to infection. If you do get feces on your tampon string, use a wad of toilet paper to remove the tampon and throw it away. Make sure your hands are clean before attempting to insert another tampon--if there is feces on your hands, you could spread an infection to your urinary tract or vagina. Don't be afraid to urinate while wearing a tampon. Before trying tampons, some girls are unsure if it's even possible to wear a tampon and urinate. This can keep some girls from using tampons, since they don't want to change it every time they pee or somehow harm themselves or disrupt their periods. A woman's body has an opening specifically for urine--the urethra. Feces comes through the anus. Your menstrual blood comes out of your vagina, which is located between your urethra and anus. | Sit on the toilet seat, but don't pee yet. Reach your hand between your legs and pull the tampon string to the side. Lean forward a bit and begin to urinate. Wipe as normal. Don't worry if your tampon string gets wet. Change your tampon if the tampon itself gets wet. Hold your tampon string to the side or front if you are defecating. Don't be afraid to urinate while wearing a tampon. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Determine-if-Someone-Is-a-Sociopath | How to Determine if Someone Is a Sociopath | Although it's difficult to determine that someone is a sociopath, you can keep an eye out for traits that might signify a personality disorder. Sociopaths tend to be charming and charismatic, so consider their past behavior, such as criminal history, bizarre or risky actions, and a pattern of lying. If you know them well, pay attention to their relationships with other people, like their family, friends, and coworkers. If you're concerned that a friend or loved one is a sociopath, maintain a safe distance and talk to someone you trust about what is going on. | Consider the individual's personality and mannerisms. Sociopaths are usually extremely charming and charismatic. Their personalities are described as magnetic, and as such, they generate a lot of attention and praise from others. They also tend to have a strong sexual energy and may have strange sexual fetishes or be sex addicts. Sociopaths oftentimes feel overly entitled to certain positions, people, and things. They believe that their own beliefs and opinions are the absolute authority and disregard the opinions of others. Sociopaths are rarely shy, insecure, or at a loss for words. They have trouble suppressing emotional responses like anger, impatience, or annoyance, and constantly lash out at others and respond hastily to these emotions. They may cultivate an innocent persona. It is as if they are playing a character in a play, with very thoughtful displays of their personality. They may act innocent or especially sweet, which is easy to believe because they are very good actors. You should not take your first impression of them at face value. If you do not know a person well, they can mislead you into thinking they are innocent or sweet. The only real way to know a sociopath's true personality is by getting to know them well. If you listen to your intuition, you may get the feeling that their persona is just too simple to be real. Non-sociopaths are genuine people and not a perfect picture of a simplified personality. Take the person's past and present behavior into account. Sociopaths exhibit abnormally spontaneous and daring behavior. They seem to act outside of the realm of social norms, and may do bizarre, risky, or outrageous things without assessing the potential repercussions. Sociopaths can be criminals. Because of their tendency to disregard the law and social norms, sociopaths may have a criminal record. They may be con artists, kleptomaniacs, or even murderers. Sociopaths are professional liars. They fabricate stories and make outlandish, untruthful statements. Because they have practiced lying so much, they are able to make these lies sound convincing. As their experience with lying grows, so does their confidence and assertiveness in telling their lies. Sometimes their lies are stories to get sympathy, others are lies about work they have done. Sociopaths have no typical feelings of guilt associated with claiming someone else's work as their own. They only care about their image and will do whatever is easiest to create it. Sociopaths have a low tolerance for boredom. They get bored easily and require constant stimulation. Their image and ability to control others are the only things that they really care about, so they satisfy their boredom by working to enhance their image and playing with the feelings of others. Consider the person's relationships with others. The way that a person interacts with others may also be an indicator that that person is a sociopath. Sociopaths are very good at convincing others to do what they want, either through charm or other more aggressive means. As a result, friends and coworkers of a sociopath may find themselves doing whatever the person wants them to do. Sociopaths are incapable of experiencing guilt or shame for their actions. It is common for sociopaths to lack remorse when they have done something that hurts others. They may appear indifferent or rationalize their actions. They will feign remorse or pity though if they need to appear to be socially normal. For example if someone tells a sociopath about a family member's death, they would feign sympathy. Sometimes they might use the other person's sorrow as a vulnerability to take advantage of. Sociopaths often seek out others who are weak or at weak moments to exploit their emotional vulnerability, and to make the person feel more attached or dependent on them. Sociopaths are manipulative. They may try to influence and dominate the people around them and tend to seek positions of leadership or high social standing. Sociopaths lack empathy and may be incapable of love. While some sociopaths will have an individual or a small group of people that they seem to care about, they have a hard time feeling emotions and it is likely that they have not had healthy romantic relationships in the past. Sociopaths have a hard time dealing with criticism. They often desire approval from others and may even feel like they are entitled to it. Talk to someone about what you are going through. If you are in a relationship with someone who is abusive to you or you have a coworker who treats you with disrespect, talk to someone about it. If the relationship has become violent or you fear for your safety, ask for help to get away from the person. Do not attempt to deal with the person alone. Ask a friend or family member to help you. If you are a victim of domestic abuse, you can also call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. Having a support system of healthy individuals will make it easier for you to cope. Maintain a safe distance from the person. If the sociopath you are dealing with is not a family member or other loved one, disengage with the person. Continuing to spend time with the person may have a negative impact on your life. Stop contacting the person, and avoid situations/places where you may run into the person, if possible. Let the person know that you need some space, and request that they refrain from contacting you. If the person does not cooperate and refuses to leave you alone, then you may want to consider changing your telephone number and other contact information. If they proceed to stalk you, then consider filing for a restraining order. Confront the person with caution. If the person you are dealing with is someone that you cannot or do not want to cut out of your life, be cautious about the way that you confront them about their behavior. Before you confront a sociopath about their behavior, remember that sociopaths are by nature defensive, irritable, and potentially violent. Ask for help from friends or family members and organize an intervention to prevent the likelihood of a hostile reaction. Avoid making accusatory statements or pointing out specific things that the person has done wrong. Rather, focus on the bigger picture and let the person know that you are genuinely concerned for their health. Start by saying something like, “I am worried about you and I want to help.” Avoid talking about your feelings or how the person has hurt you. Sociopaths are likely to be unresponsive to these types of statements. Understand that sociopathy and psychopathy are not the same thing. Sociopathy and psychopathy are not fully understood, but they are different according to certain researchers and theorists. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders V (DSM-5), or the handbook used by mental health professionals, provides a description of antisocial personality disorder which shares many of the same characteristics of sociopathy and psychopathy. Sociopathy and psychopathy are not diagnosable disorders like antisocial personality disorder, but some research has suggested that these two terms are specific kinds of antisocial personality disorder and that they share several traits. These shared traits include: disregarding laws or social mores failing to acknowledge the rights of others being unable to feel remorse or guilt displaying a tendency for violent behavior Consider the main indicators of sociopathy. In addition to showing signs of antisocial personality disorder, someone who is a sociopath would display additional traits. These traits are mostly related to a defect with the person's conscience, whereas someone who is a psychopath might be said to lack a conscience. Traits that a sociopath might have include: compulsive lying appears to think highly of oneself easily offended incapable of holding a job or remaining in one place for too long intensely possessive or "loving" relationships hiding a fear of abandonment latches on to others especially those who are emotionally vulnerable crimes tend to be disguised, disorganized and spontaneous, not planned enjoys and expects flattery Be aware that the cause of sociopathy is unknown. Some research has suggested that sociopathy may be inherited, while other research has suggested that it may be the result of childhood neglect or abuse. One study showed that about 50% of sociopaths appear to have inherited the disorder through their genetic makeup. But environmental factors or other conditions were thought to be the cause of the remaining 50% of sociopaths in the study. As a result of these conflicting findings, the exact cause of sociopathy is unknown. | Consider the individual's personality and mannerisms. Take the person's past and present behavior into account. Consider the person's relationships with others. Talk to someone about what you are going through. Maintain a safe distance from the person. Confront the person with caution. Understand that sociopathy and psychopathy are not the same thing. Consider the main indicators of sociopathy. Be aware that the cause of sociopathy is unknown. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Juggle-Four-Balls | How to Juggle Four Balls | Before you try to juggle 4 balls, practice juggling 2 balls in one hand to get used to the motion. Once you've got that down, try juggling all 4 balls using both hands at once. To do this, start with 2 balls in each hand, and start moving your hands in small, circular motions. After your hands have done a half-circle, let go of 1 ball in each hand. Then, when your hands reach the bottom of the circle, let go of the second ball in each hand. Once your hands comes up again, catch the original 2 balls. When you want to stop juggling, simply catch 2 balls in each hand. | Know how to throw the balls. The most basic four ball jugging move is the Fountain. To start, you need four balls. When you throw them in the air, you need to throw them slightly to the outside. The side you throw the ball to will vary depending on the hand that the ball is in. If the ball is in the left hand, you will throw the ball toward the left side. If you have the ball in your right hand, you will throw it to the right. This move give momentum to the balls and also creates space for the other balls to fly in the air. Practice with each hand. Now that you know the way to throw the balls, you need to start practicing with each hand. Hold two balls with your right hand. Moving your hand in a clockwise circle, throw one ball in the air. After you let one ball go, move your hand in the clockwise circle with the other ball still in your hand. As you round the bottom curve of the circle, let go of the second ball. Then, as you crest the top of the circle, catch the first ball. Continue to make the circle with the first ball now in your hand and the second in the air. Continue the pattern, alternating balls and keeping the momentum going. Once you've grown comfortable with your right hand, try your left. For your left hand, you complete the same steps, but move your hand in a counterclockwise direction. If you are left handed, you might want to start with the left instead. Your dominant hand will likely be more coordinated than your non-dominant hand. Put the moves together. Once you have mastered each hand, it is time to put the two motions together in a synchronous Fountain. Start with two balls in each hand. Start moving your hand in the circular motions you practiced. When your hands reach the center, let go of one of each of the balls and continue to move your hands around the circle. When you are cresting the bottom of the circle, let go of each of the second balls and then catch the first balls as you round the circles. Keep going as long as you can. To stop, just catch two balls in each hand. If you have a hard time doing this for long periods of time, try doing two or four circles before stopping. Then work up to six, eight, and ten. Before long, you'll be able to juggle without interruption. The basic four-ball pattern is really each hand handling two balls. A ball never goes from one hand to the other. Try an asynchronous Fountain. In addition to the synchronous Fountain, you can also try an asynchronous Fountain. Instead of releasing the balls at the same time, move them in opposite positions at the same time. When one of your hands is releasing the ball, the other should be catching a ball. In other words, when the left hand moves up to throw a ball, the right hand is going down after just catching a ball. Interleaving the hand timing makes the pattern look more like a real fountain. This also allows you to throw the balls closer together in the center. This sells the cascade illusion more effectively. Juggle Columns. In additional to the basic Fountain, there are other four ball juggle moves that are fun to do. Start with two balls in each hand. Throw the ball on the right side of each hand straight up in the air. Move your hand slightly to the left. Right before the first balls come back to your hands, throw the second ball in each hand straight up in the air. Then, move your hand back toward the right and catch the first ball. To keep the columns going, throw the balls back straight in the air before the second balls fall back in your hands. Unlike the Fountain, your hands move back and forth from side to side instead of in a circle. You can also do an asynchronous column as well. Instead of throwing your balls at the same time, stagger the timing where one of your hands is releasing and throwing the balls in the air while the other is catching. Try the Shower. Start with two balls in each hand. With your left hand, throw a ball in a large arch from the outside to your right hand. At the same time, with your right hand, throw a ball directly to your left hand across the inside before catching the ball coming down from the arch. There will always be at least two balls in the air, though there will be three as you thrown the ball from right to left. You can also do a Half-Shower. To do this, instead of throwing the ball directly from the right hand to the left, throw it in a small arch across the inside between your hands. Do the Wimpy. Start with two balls in each hand. Instead of keeping two balls on each side, you are going to switch balls between your hands. To do this, one of your balls needs to be thrown a bit higher than the other. Your hands should circle in mirror images of each other, where they each go to the outside and inside at the same time. Pick one of the balls in each hand and circle your hands. As you hit the center area, throw one of the balls in each hand towards your other hand, throwing one higher than the other. Continue the circle with your hand and, as you make your way back towards the center, throw the second ball in each hand into the air towards the other side, again throwing one higher than the other. As you make your way across the top of the circle with your hands, you should catch the first ball thrown from the opposite hand. As you move your hands in circles, the balls will keep changing hands as you throw them towards the other hand. You can choose which ever hand you want to throw higher. Some prefer their non-dominant hand instead of their dominant. You can figure out which feels the best for you. Learn the Windmill. The Windmill is a distorted version of the basic Fountain, but is more complicated. Instead of keeping your hands in a circular pattern, you cross your arms under one another. Start with two balls in each hand. With your right hand, throw one of the ball into the air toward the left side. Cross your arms in front of you, moving your left hand under your right arm and throwing one of those balls in the air in the same direction as the first. With two balls in the air, uncross your arms and move your right hand back to where it first threw the first ball. Throw the second ball from your right hand. Crossing your arms again, grab the first ball with your right hand and throw the second ball with your left. Uncross your arms again, catching the first ball in your left hand and throwing the first ball from your right hand again. Like the fountain, your balls will not change hands. You keep throwing the same two balls with each hand, you just interlace the actions with each other by crossing your arms. If you are left handed, you may want to switch the actions where you cross your right arm under your left and throw the large arch with your left hand. Just do what feels right for you. If you find this move difficult, try the three ball Windmill first. | Know how to throw the balls. Practice with each hand. Put the moves together. Try an asynchronous Fountain. Juggle Columns. Try the Shower. Do the Wimpy. Learn the Windmill. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Change-Your-Eye-Color | How to Change Your Eye Color | To safely and easily change your eye color, visit an eye doctor to get a prescription for enhancement-tint lenses, which can make subtle changes to your eyes if they're light in color. Alternatively, ask for opaque lenses that can cover darker eyes and dramatically change your eye color. You can also wear eyeshadow to change the look of your eyes. For example, try wearing orange-tinted eyeshadows, like coral or champagne, to intensify your blue eyes. If you have brown eyes, you can make them look brighter by wearing purple and blue eyeshadows, instead. | Understand how makeup can alter eye color. You cannot use eyeshadow to make blue eyes look brown, and vice versa. You can, however, use eyeshadow to enhance the color you already have. Depending on the eyeshadow color you use, you may be able to make your eyes appear brighter, duller, or more pale in color. Some eye colors, such as hazel and grey, may be able to pick up tints from certain eyeshadow colors. This section will show you how to use eyeshadow to alter your eye color. Intensify blue eyes by wearing warm-colored eyeshadow. Orange-tinted colors, such as coral and champagne, work especially well on blue eyes. They will make your eyes appear brighter and bluer than they actually are. Eyeshadow that is already blue may make your eyes appear lighter or paler. Here are some more color combinations for you to try: For daily, casual wear, try neutral tones, such as: brown, taupe, terra-cotta, or anything orange-tinted. For a special night out, try some metallics, such as gold, copper, or bronze. Avoid anything too dark, especially if you have fair skin. When choosing eyeliner, go for brown or dark brown instead. It will be less harsh than black. Make brown eyes appear brighter with cool colors. People with brown eyes can wear almost any color, but cool colors, such as purple and blue, will really help brighten brown eyes. Here are some options for you to try: For casual days, stick with browns. To make your eyes really stand out, try a silvery-brown or a peachy brown. If you are feeling more adventurous, try wearing blues, grays, greens, or purples. For a special night out, you can try metallics, such as: bronze, copper, or gold. A green-tinted gold will also work well. If you have dark brown or black eyes, try some jewel shades instead, such as bright blue or violet. You can also get away with silver and chocolate. Bring out the blues or greens in gray eyes by wearing blue or green eye shadow. Gray eyes tend to pick up whatever color is around them. This means that you can use eyeshadow to give your gray eyes a blueish or greenish tint. If you want to bring out the gray tones that are already there, stick with sooty, smoky shades, like silver, charcoal, or black. Here are some tips on how to bring out the blues and greens in your eyes: To bring out the blues, stick with eyeshadow in these colors: copper, melon, neutral brown, orange, peach, or salmon. You can help bring the blue out further by adding a touch of blue to the inner corner of your eye. To bring out the greens, try eyeshadow in these colors: maroon, pink, plum, purple, red-brown, or wine. Wear purples or browns to make green eyes more intense. These are the best go-to colors for green eyes. They contrast with the green pigment in your eyes, making them appear brighter and more vibrant. For example, you can were purple eyeshadow on a special night out, and shimmery brown or taupe during the day. Here are some more colors for you to try: Any shade of purple will look great on you. If you don't like purple, try some pinks instead. If you are hesitant about wearing purple, you could try wearing taupe eyeshadow over the eyelid, and use a dash of purple close to the lash line. Black eyeliners are too harsh for green eyes. Try using charcoal, silver, or deep purple instead. Take advantage of the green and gold flecks if you have hazel eyes. Hazel eyes contain flecks of green and gold. This means that you can use different colors of eyeshadow to bring out these flecks. Here are some more options for you to try: Avoid using heavy, smoky colors. They tend to hide the hints of green and gold in hazel eyes, and make them appear murky instead. To bring out the greens and golds in your eyes, try using eyeshadow in bronze, dusty pink, or eggplant. Army-green especially will bring out the green flecks. If you want to make your eyes look more brown, then use eyeshadow in gold or green. Visit an eye doctor to get a prescription. Even if you have perfect vision, you will need to have your eyes fitted for contacts. There are different eyeball shapes, and wearing contacts with the wrong shape can be painful. Sometimes, your eyes might not be compatible with contacts. Other times, the doctor may prescribe a special type of contacts for you, especially if you have dry eyes. Purchase your contact lenses from a legitimate lens retailer. You get what you pay for, especially when it comes to contacts. In this case, it might be better to spend more on a pair of contacts and be safe, rather than buy a cheaper pair and be sorry later. Eyes are delicate, and a badly-made product can permanently damage them. The best place to get contacts is at an eye glass shop or from an optometrist. Tinted prescription lenses are also available for those who have poor eyesight. Decide how often you will be wearing the contacts. Some contacts can only be worn once, while others can be worn several times. Because tinted lenses tend to be more expensive than regular ones, this is something you should keep in mind. Here are the different types of lenses that you can get: Disposable lenses can be expensive. Some can only be worn once. If you plan on wearing the contacts for just one or two occasions, keep these in mind. Daily wear lenses need to be taken out at night. How often you replace them will depend on the manufacturer. Some need to be replaced once a week, while others can last for up to a month, if not longer. Extended wear lenses can be worn even while you sleep, although this is not recommended. The longer you keep your contacts in, the more likely you are to get an infection. Like daily wear lenses, extended wear lenses need to be replaced depending on the manufacturer. Some can last for only a week while others much longer. Get enhancement-tint lenses if you have light eyes and want a subtle change. You can also get these if you just want to enhance your natural eye color (even if you have dark eyes). Because these lenses are translucent, they are not recommended for those who have dark-colored eyes. The color simply won't show. Get opaque-tint lenses if you want a drastic change, or if you have dark eyes. Like the name implies, these contact lenses are opaque, and can completely change your eye color. You can get them in natural colors, such as brown, blue, gray, green, and hazel. You can also get them in unnatural colors, such as white, red, cat-eye, and purple. Some places also offer custom colors and tinting. Be aware of the cosmetic drawbacks. You will be putting lenses on your eyes, which can slide around when you blink. This means that if the lens moves a little on your eye, your natural iris will be visible. People will know right away that you are wearing contact lenses. This will be most obvious on opaque lenses and less on enhancement lenses. Be aware of the visual drawbacks. Your iris and pupil change sizes naturally as you enter different light conditions. Contact lenses do not change size. This means that when you step into a dark room, and your pupils dilate, part of your vision will be blocked by the colored part of the contact lens. If you step into bright sunlight, your pupils will become smaller, and part of your natural eye color may peek through the clear portion of the contact lens. Keep your contacts clean. If you do not clean your lenses regularly or properly, you may get an infection. Some eye infections are very serious, and can lead to blindness. You should always keep your contacts in their case whenever you are not wearing them. You should also clean them with the saline solution before you put them back into the case. Be sure to refill the case with fresh saline solution before you put the contacts back in. Always wash your hands before touching your contacts. Never use your saliva to moisten the contacts. The human mouth is filled with germs. Never share contacts with anyone, even if you disinfect them. Never wear contacts longer than recommended, and take them out when necessary. This means that you should always take your contacts out of your eyes before you go to sleep. This includes the extended-wear lenses. Even though extended-wear contacts can be worn overnight, leaving them in for so long makes it more likely for you to get an eye infection. You should also take out contacts before you take a bath or shower, or go swimming. Some contacts can be worn several times while others can only be worn once. Never use contacts for longer than the recommended time. Saline solution can also expire. Never use saline solution past its expiration date. To prevent bacteria buildup, contact lens cases should be replaced every three to six months. Start up Photoshop and open the image you want to edit. Any image will do, but clear images with high resolutions will work better. To open the image, simply click on "File" from the top bar, and select "Open" from the drop-down menu. Zoom in on the eyes. You can do this by clicking on the little magnifying glass icon. It is located on the narrow side bar on the left hand side of your screen, towards the bottom. If you can't find it, hit the "Z" button on your keyboard. You can now zoom in on the eyes in two ways: Click on the eyes with your left mouse button. The image will become larger. Keep doing this until you can see the eyes clearly. Click on a spot that is above and to the left of the eyes. Drag your pointer down to the bottom right of the eyes. A box will form. If you let go, what ever was in the box will fill your window. Use the basic lasso tool to select the iris. If you cannot find the lasso tool, you might have one of the other lasso tools selected. Click and hold on the current lasso tool (usually the third icon down), and select the one that looks like a lasso from the drop down menu. Once you have the tool selected, trace around the iris. Don't worry about it being too neat; you will clean it up later. To select the other eye, press and hold the Shift key. Draw around the other iris just as you did with the first. Create a new adjustment layer. You can do this by clicking on "Layer" tab from the top menu, and selecting "New Adjustment Layer" from the drop-down menu. When you hover your pointer over "New Adjustment Layer," you will get an expanding side menu with a list of options. Select "Hue/Saturation" from the list. Go to the Adjustments window and make sure that "Colorize" is selected. The adjustments window is on the same side as your other windows, including the one with the layers and color swatches. Click on it and make sure that the box next to the word "Colorize" is checked. You will see the irises change color. The pupil may also change color. Don't worry, you will fix this later. Move the Hue, Saturation, and Lightness sliders until you get the color you want. The Hue slider will change the actual color. The Saturation slider will make the color brighter or more gray. The Lightness slider can make the color lighter or darker. The color may look a little unnatural. Don't worry, you can fix this later on. Make sure that you are in the adjustment layer. Click on the Layers window. You will see two different layers: Background and Hue/Saturation. Make sure that Hue/Saturation is highlighter. You will be making all fixes in this layer. The Background layer is your original image. Use the Eraser tool to reveal the pupil and clean up the area around the iris. Click on the Eraser tool from the side menu. Adjust the size, if needed. You can do this by going towards the top menu bar and clicking on the little dot and number that appears next to the word "Brush." Once you have the size you want, carefully erase the pupil area. When you are done, erase the area around the iris as well. If you need to, erase any highlights as well. When you are done, the eye should look very much like the original, except that it is a different color. Change the layer blending, if necessary. Go to the Layer window again, and click on the drop-down menu. You will see options like: Normal, Dissolve, Darken, and Multiply. Try selecting "Hue" or "Color" from the bottom of the menu. The original texture of the eye will show through much better. Merge layers when you are happy with the result. Right click on the layer that says "Background" and select "Merge Visible" from the menu that pops up. Save your image. You can save your image as any file type you want. Photoshop will want to save it as a Photoshop file by default. Unfortunately, this will make it more difficult to share your file on the internet. Try saving your file as a JPEG file; it is the standard image file used on the internet. Get laser surgery to turn brown eyes blue. The surgery lasts about 20 seconds. It removes the outer layer of the brown iris and reveals the blue color underneath. Over the course of two to four weeks, the body will remove the rest of the layers. During this time, the eye will become more blue. Know the drawbacks of brown-to-blue eye color surgery. At the time of writing this article, this surgery is still in its testing stages, so the long-term effects are not yet known. It is also not commercially available in the United States. It is also very expensive, and currently costs about $5000. The surgery only works for changing brown eyes to blue and is permanent. Like many eye surgeries, it may also result in blindness. Get colored irises surgically inserted into your eye. This surgery takes 15 minutes per eye, and is performed using local anesthesia. A flexible, colored iris is inserted into the eye, right over the natural iris. It is not permanent. The implant can be removed using a similar surgery. The recovery time is two weeks. During this time, your vision may be blurry, and your eyes may be red. You cannot drive after the surgery. If this is something you are considering, make sure that you have someone to take you home. Know the risks of getting irises surgically implanted. Like many surgeries, getting iris implanted into your eyes comes with many risks. Your vision may worsen as a result. In some cases, you may lose your vision altogether. Here are some other complications you may expect: The fake iris will increase the pressure in your eye. This can lead to glaucoma, which can lead to blindness. The surgery can lead to cataracts. Cataracts are when the eye's lenses become clouded. The cornea may become damaged during the surgery. You may need a corneal transplant to fix this. The natural iris and the surrounding area may get inflamed. Not only could this be very painful, but your vision may become blurred as a result. | Understand how makeup can alter eye color. Intensify blue eyes by wearing warm-colored eyeshadow. Make brown eyes appear brighter with cool colors. Bring out the blues or greens in gray eyes by wearing blue or green eye shadow. Wear purples or browns to make green eyes more intense. Take advantage of the green and gold flecks if you have hazel eyes. Visit an eye doctor to get a prescription. Purchase your contact lenses from a legitimate lens retailer. Decide how often you will be wearing the contacts. Get enhancement-tint lenses if you have light eyes and want a subtle change. Get opaque-tint lenses if you want a drastic change, or if you have dark eyes. Be aware of the cosmetic drawbacks. Be aware of the visual drawbacks. Keep your contacts clean. Never wear contacts longer than recommended, and take them out when necessary. Start up Photoshop and open the image you want to edit. Zoom in on the eyes. Use the basic lasso tool to select the iris. Create a new adjustment layer. Go to the Adjustments window and make sure that "Colorize" is selected. Move the Hue, Saturation, and Lightness sliders until you get the color you want. Make sure that you are in the adjustment layer. Use the Eraser tool to reveal the pupil and clean up the area around the iris. Change the layer blending, if necessary. Merge layers when you are happy with the result. Save your image. Get laser surgery to turn brown eyes blue. Know the drawbacks of brown-to-blue eye color surgery. Get colored irises surgically inserted into your eye. Know the risks of getting irises surgically implanted. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-Tooth-Nerve-Pain | How to Stop Tooth Nerve Pain | If you have tooth nerve pain, the easiest way to treat it is to take over-the-counter pain medication like aspirin or ibuprofen. To treat your pain without medication, place an ice cube or crushed ice on the tooth. Alternatively, place an ice pack against your face where your tooth hurts. By icing the area, you'll temporarily numb the pain. Another way to soothe your tooth pain is to rinse your mouth with a mixture of ½ teaspoon of salt in 4 ounces of warm water. Hold the salt rinse over the painful tooth for 30 to 60 seconds before spitting and repeating 2 to 3 times. If your tooth is still in pain after a couple of days, see a dentist for professional treatment. | Take over-the-counter medication. When you have tooth nerve pain, you may want to try some over-the-counter pain medication. You can try aspirin, ibuprofen (like Advil), acetaminophen (like Tylenol), and naproxen (like Aleve). Make sure to follow the instructions and dosage guidelines on the label. Notice any red flags accompanying your tooth pain. Tooth nerve pain commonly involves inflammation around the base of the tooth in the pulp of the tooth. While this inflammation can often be treated, there are some red flags that should alert you to get professional dental care. These include: Worsening or any pain with chewing Sensitivity to temperature lasting longer than 15 seconds after the cold or hot source has been removed Bleeding or discharge from around a tooth or gums Swelling around a tooth or swelling of the jaw or cheek Fever Injury or trauma to the area especially if the tooth is broken or loosened See your dentist. You can use use many at home treatments for tooth nerve pain. However, if these approaches do not provide relief within one to two days, call your dentist for professional treatment. Your condition may be severe and require medical treatment. If you develop any signs of pain, bad breath, difficulty swallowing, jaw, gum or mouth swelling, or fever, call your dentist right away, as you may need emergency medical attention. Get a dental exam. When you go to the dentist, your dentist will do an exam. At first, the dentist will perform a complete exam and possibly take x-rays to look for new cavities, cracked or broken tooth enamel, or broken teeth. They will also check old fillings to see whether they need to be replaced, or if there's any recurrent decay under the filling. Your dentist will also check your gums for any signs of inflammation, bleeding, or a need for a deep cleaning. Your dentist will also check for any abscesses, impacted wisdom teeth, and any signs of bruxism, clenching or grinding of the teeth usually done while you sleep. If none of these seem to be a problem, your dentist will check your sinuses as well as your TMJ. If you have any cracked, broken, or impacted teeth, bonding or tooth extraction might be needed if the tooth cannot be saved. If an abscess is causing your tooth pain, it may be necessary to perform a root canal , after your dentist removes the infection through a small cut in your gum and you go through a course of antibiotics. In a root canal, a hole is drilled into the tooth and the infection is physically removed. The area within the tooth is then cleaned and the tooth is repaired with a filling. Treat any gum disease. Gum disease may be the cause of the tooth pain. It is important to treat gum disease early. Gum disease can precede more serious dental diseases, chronic diseases, and even other more general problems. It is important to deal with gum disease as soon as possible. In deep cleaning, most often the first step in treating gum disease, the areas beneath the gums are cleaned with dental tools, removing bacteria and plaque, as well as hard pieces of calculus and necrotic cement, which are the main source of gum swelling. You will also likely be given some extra training in brushing and flossing your teeth, as well as given a remineralization solution to use as directed. Treat the TMJ. TMJ may also lead to tooth pain. If this is the cause of your tooth pain, there are a number of treatment approaches that may be taken: Anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen can be taken for the pain. Sometimes, anti-depressants and/or muscle relaxing agents are prescribed for TMJ. These are often used as a short-term approach to TMJ. Mouth guards can be used to treat TMJ, especially if you are grinding or clenching your teeth. Physical therapy exercises can be done to relax the masseter muscles. Counseling may be considered to reduce stress and to teach various relaxation techniques. Surgery may be needed in severe cases of tooth pain due to TMJ. TMJ TENS aims for muscular relaxation after applying electrical stimulation on the main muscles that cause grinding problems. Botox injections can be surprisingly helpful, as long as they are given by specialists. Try ice. One way to help relieve tooth nerve pain is to place an ice cube or crushed ice on the tooth. You can do this as long as the tooth isn't sensitive to cold. Alternatively, you can crush some ice and place it into a balloon or the cut-off finger of a non-latex glove to make an ice pack. Make sure to tie off one end of the balloon or glove and place the compress on the tooth. You can also use the ice pack on your skin outside the painful tooth to provide pain relief. Use garlic, onion, or ginger. Garlic, onion, and ginger has been shown to help relieve tooth pain. Start by cutting a small piece of garlic, onion, or ginger. Place directly on your painful tooth inside your mouth. Gently bite down to release the juice. The juice from the garlic, onion, or ginger will help numb and calm your gums. Massage your gums with essential oils. You can massage your gums with oils to help relieve tooth nerve pain. Try a few drops of warm olive oil or some warm vanilla extract. You can also try essential oils that help with tooth pain. Put these oils on your fingers and massage them into your gums. You can also make a mouth rinse with a few drops of essential oils and a few ounces of water. Never swallow any of these oils because they can be toxic. Essential oils you can use for tooth pain include: Tea tree Clove Sage Cinnamon Goldenseal oil Peppermint Make a tea compress. Tea compresses may help with your tooth nerve pain. To make a compress with a teabag, soak an herbal teabag in warm water. After the teabag has steeped in the warm water, place the teabag over the tooth. Leave the teabag there for at least five minutes. You can do this two to three times a day while you're in pain. Teas that have been shown to help with tooth pain include: Echinacea tea Goldenseal tea Black tea Sage tea Green tea Try an asafetida paste. Asafetida is a plant used in traditional medicine. This plant usually comes as a powder. To make the paste with asafetida, mix ¼ teaspoon of the powder with fresh lemon juice until it is a paste-like consistency. Once the ingredients are mixed fully, rub the paste over your tooth and gum. Leave it on for around five minutes. Rinse your mouth with water afterwards. You can do this two to three times a day. Use a sea salt rinse. Sea salt is helpful for tooth pain, and you can make a sea salt rinse for your mouth. To make the rinse, dissolve ½ teaspoon of sea salt in four ounces of warm water. Hold the solution in your mouth over the painful tooth for 30 to 60 seconds. Spit it out and repeat two to three times. You can also add antibacterial substances to this mixture to reduce the pain. Mix salt water, propolis, and mouthwash in equal qualities. Rinse your mouth with warm water afterwards. Make sure not to swallow the rinse. You can do this three to four times a day. Make an apple cider vinegar rinse. Apple cider vinegar has antiseptic properties that can help alleviate tooth pain. To make an apple cider vinegar rinse, mix ¼ cup of warm water and 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar. Hold the solution in your mouth over the painful tooth for 30 to 60 seconds. Spit it out and repeat 2-3 times. Do not swallow the water-vinegar mixture. Rinse with warm water afterwards. You can do this three to four times a day. Try hydrogen peroxide. Rinse your mouth with 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide. Swish it around your mouth for 30 to 60 seconds and then spit it out. Make sure not to swallow this solution. Avoid alcohol, as it can cause severe dehydration or even burns on your soft tissue. | Take over-the-counter medication. Notice any red flags accompanying your tooth pain. See your dentist. Get a dental exam. Treat any gum disease. Treat the TMJ. Try ice. Use garlic, onion, or ginger. Massage your gums with essential oils. Make a tea compress. Try an asafetida paste. Use a sea salt rinse. Make an apple cider vinegar rinse. Try hydrogen peroxide. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Test-Fuel-Injectors | How to Test Fuel Injectors | To test fuel injectors, start by popping your car's hood while the engine is running. Place a thin metal rod or screwdriver on one of the injectors and lean your ear close to listen for an audible clicking sound, which indicates the fuel injector is functioning. Test each fuel injector in your vehicle the same way. If you find one that isn't clicking, there may be a problem with your injector or the electronic component that controls it. | Put on the appropriate safety gear. Before beginning any automotive project, you need to take steps to protect yourself from injury. Eye protection like safety glasses or goggles will keep debris from falling or spraying into your eyes while you work. Choose eye protection that fits comfortably and won't interfere with your vision. Gloves are an optional addition to the safety gear required for this task. Gloves can protect your hands from sharp objects or pinches while working in the engine bay. Eye protection is required for this project. Open the hood and locate your fuel injectors. The easiest way to locate the fuel injectors for your specific vehicle is to refer to the service manual for that vehicle. Most applications have one fuel injector for each cylinder. They are usually located on the intake manifold and are connected to one another with a fuel rail. The fuel rail is a cylindrical rail that will run along the top of the intake manifold, and each fuel injector will be between the fuel rail and the intake manifold. V style engines (V6, V8, V10) will have two fuel rails with half of the injectors on each side of the motor. Find a long metal rod or screwdriver. Locate a thin piece of metal that's at least a foot or so long. It should be made mostly of metal, but you could opt to use a screwdriver despite it having a plastic or rubber handle. Make sure the piece you choose is at least a foot long, but not more than two feet. A long screwdriver or thin piece of rebar will work fine. Place the tip of the rod on a fuel injector. You will be using the metal rod to transmit sound from the fuel injector to your ear without having to bring your face too close to a running engine. Set one end of the rod or screwdriver on the injector itself while holding it up with one hand. Make sure to hold the screwdriver or metal rod at an angle that will allow you to bring your ear to it. Bring your ear close to the rod and listen for clicking. Lean your ear close to the end of the metal rod or screwdriver that is opposite the injector. As the engine runs, listen for an audible clicking sound given off by the injector. This sound indicates the injector being activated. Be extremely careful leaning your head into the engine bay, and ensure you keep your eyes open as you listen to the rod to prevent accidentally getting injured. If you have long hair, tie it back tightly to prevent it from getting caught in any moving parts under the hood. Repeat these steps for each injector. Use the same method to check each fuel injector in your vehicle. If you find one that is not clicking, there is an issue with the injector or the electronic control that is transmitting to the injector. If you have an OBDII scanner and your vehicle's check engine light is on, you can check to see if there have been any errors in the vehicle's computer regarding that cylinder or injector. Replacing this injector may solve the problem, but you may also need to have a diagnostic done of your vehicle's electronic control unit and fuel system by a professional mechanic. Turn the key to the “on” position without starting the engine. To conduct this test, the vehicle's electrical system must be active without the engine actually running. Insert the key and turn it until the electrical system activates, but stop before you engage the engine's starter. This should activate all of the vehicle's electronics like interior lighting and the radio. If you accidentally start the vehicle, simply turn it off and try again. The vehicle's battery is powering everything during this test, so you should turn off things like the headlights and stereo to conserve power and ensure it has enough to start the vehicle again later. Connect a test light to the negative terminal on the battery. A test light looks like a screwdriver with a finely pointed end and a wire hanging out of the handle. When the wire from the handle and the pointed end come into contact with a completed and powered circuit, a lightbulb lights up inside the handle of the test light. The wire extending from the handle will have an alligator clip at the end. Attach that alligator clip to the negative terminal of the vehicle's battery. You can identify the negative terminal on the battery by looking for the negative symbol (-) or the letters NEG. Make sure the clip has a good metal on metal connection to make the test light work. Locate the two wires going into each injector. Each fuel injector will have a metal clip plugged into it with two wires coming out of it. One of those two wires is a 12-volt constant that should be continuously receiving power from your vehicle's electrical system. There should be a small portion of each wire exposed coming out of the plastic clip that connects to the injector. These wires are often grey and black, but can come in any number of colors. They will be the only wires coming from each injector. Test each wire for voltage. Take the sharp end of the test light and press it firmly into the rubber coating around each wire until it penetrates into the metal wiring itself. One of the two wires should make the test light turn on when it comes into contact with the wire inside the protective coating. If the test light turns on with one wire, then the injector is receiving the necessary constant voltage. Make sure to wrap a piece of electric tape around any holes in the wiring's protective coating that are big enough to see. If neither wire makes the light turn on, then there is an issue with the power reaching the fuel injector, which will result in in failing to fire. If the all of the wires that light up are a certain color, make note of which wires are the constants. Repeat the process for each injector. Test each wire coming out of the fuel injectors in your vehicle. If you locate one injector with a power issue, that doesn't mean others may not have the same problem. Once you identify an injector with a power issue, make a note of which one it was and continue to test the rest. Follow the wires on the injectors that fail to engage the test light to make sure there are no breaks in the wire that may prevent the electricity from reaching it. Let your mechanic know that you were able to identify the injector with a power issue. It may require replacing the vehicle's electronic control unit. Connect a test light to the positive terminal of the battery. Take the same test light that you used for the previous test, but this time connect the alligator clip to the positive terminal on the battery instead of the negative. You can identify the positive terminal by looking for the positive sign (+) on the battery or the letters POS. Make sure the alligator clip has secure, metal on metal contact or the test light will fail to function. Have a friend start or turnover the engine. Have a friend start the engine. If the vehicle won't currently run, have your friend attempt to turn it over as you test each injector. Make sure you do not have any clothing or body parts hanging into the engine bay as it starts or turns over. If the engine won't start, remember that attempting to turn it over for too long can kill the battery and damage the starter. Only attempt to turn it over with the test light in place. Probe the opposite wire with the test light. Use the test light and check the opposite wire of the constants you identified in the previous test. Press the sharp end of the probe through the rubber coating firmly until it makes contact with the metal wire inside. Be careful not to press the probe all the way through the wire and out the other side. Always cover holes in the wire's protective coating with electric tape once you're done. Look for flashing or flickering light. With the engine running at an idle, the test light should flicker dimly and as your helper applies throttle by pressing the gas pedal, the light should flicker more brightly. This light represents the signal being transmitted by the ECU to the injector to spray fuel. If the test light is failing to light up, the injector may be bad or there could be an issue with the electronic control unit for the vehicle. This issue could be caused by a failing ECU, or one of the injectors along the fuel rail may be faulty. The electrical pulse is transmitted through each of the injectors to one another, so one faulty injector could cause issues in multiple injectors. Disconnect the wiring clips to each injector and begin the test again. With none of the injectors connected, the flickering pulse should transmit through all of the wires without any issue. Use the test light to confirm this on the wire for the last fuel injector clip (at the end of the fuel rail). Keep the test light connected as you reconnect each fuel injector one by one. As you connect each injector, the pulse intensity should remain the same. It shouldn't change until you connect a faulty injector that creates too much resistance for the pulse to travel through easily. When the pulsing light dims as you connect one of the injectors, that injector is faulty and needs to be replaced. You can purchase new fuel injectors for your vehicle at most auto parts stores. | Put on the appropriate safety gear. Open the hood and locate your fuel injectors. Find a long metal rod or screwdriver. Place the tip of the rod on a fuel injector. Bring your ear close to the rod and listen for clicking. Repeat these steps for each injector. Turn the key to the “on” position without starting the engine. Connect a test light to the negative terminal on the battery. Locate the two wires going into each injector. Test each wire for voltage. Repeat the process for each injector. Connect a test light to the positive terminal of the battery. Have a friend start or turnover the engine. Probe the opposite wire with the test light. Look for flashing or flickering light. Disconnect the wiring clips to each injector and begin the test again. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Dress-Like-You-Were-in-the-1960s | How to Dress Like You Were in the 1960s | To dress like you were in the 1960s, you can try wearing a mod outfit. Choose clothes with bright colors and bold geometric patterns. Button-down shirts, miniskirts, and dresses are all good options. Accessories like oversized bows, low-block heels, and wide ties are also popular choices. Another way to dress like you were in the 1960s is to create a hippie-style outfit. Common pieces of clothing include long, floral dresses and skirts, and bell-bottom jeans and pants. Brightly colored tie-dye pieces are also a good choice. For hippie-style accessories, try bold jewelry, fun scarves, and sandals made from natural materials. | Choose clothes with bright colors and bold geometric patterns. Along with the rise of the pop art and modern art movements, a taste for bright colors emerged in the 1960s to counteract the mild, neutral color palette of 50s fashion. These bright colors were often combined with bold, sharp geometric patterns. Shirts with bright, contrasting colors used on the collars and cuffs were popular. For example, you could match a bright yellow top with a black and white geometric-print mini skirt. Opt for a brightly-colored shift dress or mini skirt. Blocky shift dresses and mini-skirts that de-emphasized a woman's figure were staples of the mod movement. High necklines, sleeveless cuts, and bright, solid colors were typical of 60s shift dresses. Mini skirts: A mini skirt hemline typically falls above the knee, somewhere around the mid-thigh. Many mini skirts were high-waisted, thanks to the influence of fashion icon Audrey Hepburn. 60s mini skirts were generally not figure-hugging; instead, they were pretty boxy. Additionally, plaid was a popular pattern for mini-skirts. Cut-outs: Large singular cut-outs in dresses, often just above the belly button or on the upper back, were popular and meant to be flirtatious. Match your dress with colorful patterned tights. With the rise of the mini skirt, tights featuring wild patterns became all the rage. Pair a solid-colored shift dress with bright, geometric-patterned tights for a classic mod combination. For example, you could wear a solid-colored pink shift dress with printed tights that have different colored diamonds on them. Look for tops with oversized collars and bows. Oversized detailing on a shirt or dress works to miniaturize your figure and make you appear smaller. It also channels the youthful spirit that was so sought after in the 60s. You could wear a shift dress with a large oversized collar, or a bow at the waist. Go with low-block heels. Blocky heels with 1 to 2 in (2.5 to 5.1 cm) heels or loafers were among the most popular shoe choices for women in the 60s. Match your favorite low-block heel with tights or high-knee socks. Great for colder days, knee high boots with a lower heel are also a classic 60s fashion choice. White knee-high boots are often called “go-go boots.” Mary Jane heels were another low-block heeled shoe that worked to create a youthful look. Start with a single-color polo, Oxford button-down shirt, or turtleneck. Look for shirts in pastel or neutral shades. These types of shirts can be great first layers underneath a sporty blazer, or they can be worn by themselves. Pastel blues and yellows were popular shirt color choices for men. The mod look for men is characterized by refinement, and the mod movement was remarkable in the way that it encouraged men to care about the clothes that they wore. Opt for slim-fit pants with a lower waistline in a dark color. Choose a well-pressed pair of chinos or any pant with a tight fit around the thigh. Men's pants in the 1960s became much tighter, and thus mod clothing for men was typically figure-flattering. Many 1960s men's dress pants became more geometric in that they started to flare out slightly around the ankle. Find pants that have this slightly-flared cut to be extra-faithful to the 1960s mod look. Wear a pea coat or three-button blazer over your shirt. Choose outerwear that's made of a different fabric from your shirt and pants, such as tweed, to add texture to your look. Opt for a pea coat if you're looking to go for a style that looks like it's straight out of London. Mod outerwear typically came in dark colors, such as black or navy. Three-button blazers were emblematic of mod men's fashion, and they distinguish this time period from others. London became an epicenter for fashion in the 1960s with the rise of the Beatles. Generally, any style that has origins in London is aligned with the mod look. Look for wide ties and lapels. If you're going to don a suit, be sure to choose a wider tie and lapel. Wider ties and lapels lend themselves to a more geometric look. Choose a more formal shoe, such as winklepickers or Chelsea boots. Winklepickers are formal shoes with long-tipped toes that began increasing in popularity in the 1950s. Chelsea boots are cropped boots with low heels and rounded toes that were often sported by the Beatles. Desert boots are another great 60s style alternative to Chelsea boots. These boots are typically made from suede, and they are generally made to last for a long time. Choose a long, floral dress or skirt. Dresses and skirts for hippie women were generally loose, brightly-colored, and often adorned with prints of flowers to represent peace, love, and a return to nature. Many of these trends have persisted throughout the decades, so it is often not difficult to find these types of dresses in today's boutiques and department stores. Opt for a peasant top. Peasant tops are shirts with wide necklines and long, flowing sleeves that cinch at the wrists. They are often embellished with prints and ribbons. Many white peasant tops are adorned with fringe and lace. White can also be easily paired with brighter bottoms and accessories. Wear a suede or fringed vest over your top. Another staple of hippie outfits were vests — particularly vests made of natural materials like suede and featuring fringe. This fringe sometimes had beads attached to it, and overall worked to create a very natural, woodsy look. Load up on the accessories, such as large jewelry and scarves. Unlike the clean simplicity of mod styles, hippie style was messy and loud, which often meant that outfits would involve lots of accessories. Some notable options are headbands, large glasses, head scarves, and any type of jewelry that makes percussion sounds or features peace signs. Embracing hippie culture is all about celebrating your individuality, so go with the accessories that you think best fit your personality! Go with leather sandals or cowboy boots for footwear. These were popular options for footwear due to their natural look. Alternatively, you can also ditch shoes entirely! This was not uncommon, especially at 1960s music festivals. However, be sure to wear shoes if you're going to walk in any areas where there could potentially be broken glass or sharp objects on the ground. Also, be mindful of dress codes. Many schools, businesses, and public places will not allow people to walk around barefoot. Wear a pair of bell-bottomed jeans or pants. Jeans became increasingly popular during this time period — particularly bell-bottomed jeans. Bell-bottoms are pants that are tight around the thighs, but flare out at the ankles. They were a traditionally feminine style, but they became stylish for men after musical icons like Jimi Hendrix appeared wearing them. Bell-bottoms have since gone out of style for men, but check local vintage stores, thrift stores, or garage sales if you're looking to find a pair of them! Choose a brightly-colored tye-dye shirt. Tie-dye refers to a specific way of dying a shirt that results in a kaleidoscope of colors. It was popularized by Janis Joplin, the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, and many other icons in the late 60s and came to symbolize freedom and experimentation. If you're in a pinch and can't go to a store to shop for tye-dye, you can easily make your own tye-dye shirt at home ! Opt for a jacket made of a natural material, like suede or leather. There was a big emphasis on clothing made from natural materials in hippie culture. Look for outerwear made of suede, leather, buckskin, denim, or some other naturally-produced cloth. Go with a poncho with fringe for a classic 60s look. Large, colorful ponchos emerged onto the scene in the 1960s as a fashion staple for both men and women. These can be a comfortable way to keep warm while still sporting an emblematic 60s trend. Ponchos were not just a masculine style — they were suitable for both men and women. Wear sandals or go barefoot. Hippie footwear for men is very similar to that of women. Sandals made from natural materials, such as Birkenstock's, were very popular. You can also go without shoes entirely, but make sure that it is safe to do so. | Choose clothes with bright colors and bold geometric patterns. Opt for a brightly-colored shift dress or mini skirt. Match your dress with colorful patterned tights. Look for tops with oversized collars and bows. Go with low-block heels. Start with a single-color polo, Oxford button-down shirt, or turtleneck. Opt for slim-fit pants with a lower waistline in a dark color. Wear a pea coat or three-button blazer over your shirt. Look for wide ties and lapels. Choose a more formal shoe, such as winklepickers or Chelsea boots. Choose a long, floral dress or skirt. Opt for a peasant top. Wear a suede or fringed vest over your top. Load up on the accessories, such as large jewelry and scarves. Go with leather sandals or cowboy boots for footwear. Wear a pair of bell-bottomed jeans or pants. Choose a brightly-colored tye-dye shirt. Opt for a jacket made of a natural material, like suede or leather. Go with a poncho with fringe for a classic 60s look. Wear sandals or go barefoot. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Open-a-Beer-Bottle-with-a-Dollar-Bill | How to Open a Beer Bottle with a Dollar Bill | If you want to open a beer bottle with a dollar bill, start by folding the dollar bill in half horizontally, or a hamburger fold. Starting at the folded crease, roll the dollar bill up as tightly as you can. Bend the rolled dollar bill in half, then grip the neck of the beer bottle in your non-dominant hand. In your dominant hand, place the folded bill on top of your bent index finger, and hold it tightly in place with your thumb. Slide the bill between the cap and the lip of the bottle, then use it as a lever to pry off the top of the cap. | Fold the dollar bill in half. Make a hamburger fold, or a horizontal fold to the bill. Avoid using a large bill in case you damage the bill while you practice. Remove any creases in the bill before folding. It helps if the dollar bill is new and crisp. Roll up the dollar bill tightly. Lay the folded dollar bill flat on a surface. From one end of the bill begin folding the bill towards the other end. You can either roll the bill or create several tiny folds. Spend some time getting the folds as tight as you can. Use the surface top to create pressure in the folds. The surface will help you hold the tightness of the fold. Create the opener. Bend the rolled dollar bill in half to maximize the pressure at the bend. You can fold the bill one more time to create a grip for the bottle that is secure. The second fold is optional and you can still open the bottle with the first fold. Grip the bottle with your hand. Make sure the neck of the bottle is dry before gripping. Hold the neck of the bottle in one hand. It helps if your use your less dominate hand to hold the bottle. For example, if you are right-handed, hold the bottle with your left hand. You want to preserve your dominate hand to maneuver the opener. Position the thumb that's holding the bottle against the cap to create pressure for the bill. Find the right grip of the bill. Put folded bill on top of your bent index finger. Hold it tightly in place with your thumb, with the bent part sticking out. Make sure you have a firm hold of the dollar bill. Open the bottle with the folded dollar. Make sure your grip is firm before you bring the dollar to the lip of the bottle. Position the dollar in between the cap and the lip of the bottle. Use the dollar as a lever in between your index finger and the cap. Apply pressure upwards with the hand holding the dollar. Continue applying pressure until it pops off. Practice at home before making any wagers at a bar. | Fold the dollar bill in half. Roll up the dollar bill tightly. Create the opener. Grip the bottle with your hand. Find the right grip of the bill. Open the bottle with the folded dollar. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Propeller | How to Make a Propeller | To make a propeller, start by designing the length and number of blades. If you're new to making propellers, you'll want to start with 2 blades since it's easier to construct. As for the length, you can determine the limit by measuring the distance from the nose of your aircraft to the ground since you don't want your propeller to hit the dirt! Once you have a design, begin your build by laminating several planks of wood together since this will make a stronger blade than using 1 thick piece of wood. | Search for a design pattern. If possible, try to locate a design pattern for a propeller that will suit your needs. You will need to know the engine power, prop diameter and RPM's and see if you can find plans for a wooden propeller that is ideal for your specs. You can search for designs online, or try checking out a book at the local library. Some books have sample prop blueprints to get you started. Decide how many blades your propeller will have. Most propellers have two, three, or four blades. Some large aircraft use propellers with even more blades. The more powerful the engine driving the propellers, the more propellers will be needed to distribute the power evenly. While it is possible to carve a three or four blade propeller, it is best to start by building a 2-blade propeller as it is easier for a beginner to construct. Adding blades adds cost, weight and building time. Determine the length for your blades. Similar to the amount of propeller blades, increasing the length of the blades can help to handle a more powerful engine. However, blade length can only be increased so much because the blades still need to clear the ground. Measure the distance between the nose and the ground to get an idea of your blade length limitations. Shape the airfoil. A propeller blade is thick at the hub with a large blade angle and thin at the tip with a low blade angle. Determine the width of the blade and the angle of attack. Propeller blades are fixed to their hub at an angle, just as the thread on a screw makes an angle to the shaft. Consider the proper twist for your propeller blades. A propeller blade is like a wing with a twist. The twist of the blade makes the propeller more efficient at pushing air or water. This is because the speed of the propeller blade is much faster at the tip than at the hub. By twisting the blades, the propeller can maintain the same angle of attack across the length of the blades. To figure out the pitch you can use a prop calc. Determine a material for your propeller blades. All well-built wood propellers are better at handling the aircraft vibrations, but you need to use a strong, light wood like maple or birch. Note the grain of the wood when you select your material. A straight grain that is uniform will help with balancing the prop. Get about 6-8 planks that are 3/4 to 1-inch thick and about 2 meters long. You can use extra pieces that you cut. The more layers you have the stronger your prop will be. Even if the layers are very thin. To safe time you can try to find a lumber supplier that makes laminated wood planks that will suit your purpose. Draw out a pattern for your propeller. Now that you have determined how you want your propeller to look, create a pattern using a thick cardboard or poster board. Create the propeller in actual size. Include the center hole and draw a separate model for the pitch. Cut out the patterns. These will be used as guides for carving the prop. Arrange the wooden planks. You will need pieces of wood of various lengths. The longest pieces of wood should be in the middle with the smallest pieces on the top. Measure each blade to make sure it is equal in length. A propeller must have as much balance as possible in each blade to operate as desired. Each blade should be crafted to be uniform as the rest. Laminate the planks together. You will need to use a very strong glue, like Resorcinol, to create aircraft propellers. Be sure there are no spaces or air between the wood. It may seem easier to use one large piece of wood, but you will have a stronger material by gluing a number of smaller pieces tightly together. Clamp or tie the boards together for 24 hours. Use a vice and a table to keep pressure on the boards while the adhesive dries. You may find that using several clamps at various parts of the board will do a better job of keeping out any air. Place your pattern over the block of wood and trace the profile of the propeller. Draw a line all the way around the shape of the blade. Mark the hole in the center. Keep the prop stable. You may want to use a vice to secure the propeller while you work. If you don't have one you can tie down one side of the propeller to the table while you work on the other end to keep it secure. Drill the center hole. Mark the hole from you design cutout, then drill it with a one inch drill bit. The hole should be at close to the center of the wood, but doesn't need to be exact. Trim off the excess wood. Cut the wood around the shape of the propeller profile. Use as saw and cut as close to the lines that were traced on the wood as possible. Mark the pitch angle across the edge of the wood. Use the blade angle that was determined from the prop calc and mark off the shape of the pitch on the wood. Mark the pitch angle on the edge of the block of wood that would make the tip of the propeller blade. Then draw a line along the length of the blade to mark the twist of the blade. Repeat at the opposite end of the prop blade. Trim away everything that is outside the angle. Use a saw to cut off the bulk of the excess wood first. Then, use a chisel or belt sander to work the wood into the correct shape. Continue sanding until the blade is smooth. Precision milling machines can take 60 passes to sand a propeller precisely, so be prepared to spend some hours getting your propellers as close to perfect as possible. Repeat shaping the blade from the opposite corner. Flip the block over and repeat so you are carving off the excess wood on the bottom in the opposite corner. Be sure your blades are both curved in the same direction. Turn the propeller around. Repeat carving the corners in a similar fashion for the other blade. Try to keep the propeller blades as smooth as possible. Go over the wood with a sander to get a nice flat surface on your blade. Check the balance on the prop. Put a straight bar through the center hole of the propeller and see if the wings will balance evenly at each end. If the prop stays straight with the blades perfectly horizontal, you have a well-balanced propeller. Add a coat of clear enamel. Enamel will help to seal in the propeller to protect it from weather and moisture. Spray a coat over the entire surface. Allow 24 hours to dry. If desired you can repeat and add a second coat. You can also paint the tips a bright color like yellow or red to make the propeller more visible when spinning. | Search for a design pattern. Decide how many blades your propeller will have. Determine the length for your blades. Shape the airfoil. Consider the proper twist for your propeller blades. Determine a material for your propeller blades. Draw out a pattern for your propeller. Arrange the wooden planks. Measure each blade to make sure it is equal in length. Laminate the planks together. Clamp or tie the boards together for 24 hours. Place your pattern over the block of wood and trace the profile of the propeller. Keep the prop stable. Drill the center hole. Trim off the excess wood. Mark the pitch angle across the edge of the wood. Trim away everything that is outside the angle. Repeat shaping the blade from the opposite corner. Turn the propeller around. Check the balance on the prop. Add a coat of clear enamel. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Potato-Curry | How to Make Potato Curry | Before you start cooking a potato curry, measure out the spices so they're ready to use and peel your potatoes. To start cooking, heat oil in a pan before adding the curry leaves, cumin, and green chili. Fry the chopped tomato and onion for 2-3 minutes, then chop up your potatoes into quarters and fry them for 3-4 minutes. Finish cooking by adding the remaining spices, pouring in 1 cup of water, and allowing the curry to cook with the lid on until it reaches your desired thickness. Serve with rice or chapathi. | Get all of the ingredients. Potato curry requires many spices, and it is important to make sure you have each one before you start cooking. Here is a list of ingredients you will need: 2 cups of quartered potatoes 1/2 cup chopped onions 1 medium size tomato 1/2 tsp red chili powder 1 green chili chopped 1/2 tsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp kasuri methi (dried methi leaves) 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh curry leaves 1/8 tsp turmeric 1 tbsp oil 1/2 tsp cumin 1 pinch of hing 1 tsp salt 1 large saucepan and medium pot Stirring spoon and knife Look for these spices at your local grocery store. If your local grocery store does not carry them, try searching at a designated spice store or online. Measure out all of your ingredients. As you are cooking, it is much easier to have your ingredients already measured and ready so you do not have to waste time measuring each one out as you have food cooking on the stove. Peel the potatoes and cut them into quarters. Once you have finished quartering the potatoes, boil them in water for about 15-20 minutes until they are soft. Heat the oil in a saucepan on low. While the oil is sizzling, add in the cumin, curry leaves and green chili. Mix the ingredients well into the oil, and then add hing. Add in the tomato and onion. Let them fry for about 2 to 3 minutes or until they are golden brown. Put in the potatoes. Stir them in with the other ingredients, and let them fry for three to four minutes. Stir often so the potatoes get cooked and browned evenly. Combine the final spices. After the potatoes have been fried with the spices, add in the tumeric, salt, and chili powder, coriander powder, and kasuri methi. Add water. Depending on how thick or thin you would like you potato curry, add about 1/2 cup to 1 cup of water. If you feel that you have added too much water, let the potato curry sit on the stove set on low with a lid on the saucepan, and allow it to thicken. Remove from the stove and transfer to a serving platter. Once the potato curry has reached your desired thickness, turn the stove off and put the food into a bowl. Enjoy with rice or chapathi. Potato curry is traditionally served with rice, chapati, or roti. You can purchase these items at your local grocery store or make them at home. Add peas. Potato curry can be complemented by many different types of spices, proteins, and vegetables. Try adding one cup of fresh cooked peas in the saucepan, and mix with the potatoes and spices. Mix in chopped spinach. Chop two cups of fresh spinach, and add it to the potato curry as it is cooking on the stove. Mix the spinach in well with the other ingredients. Add chicken. Cook about 4 oz. of chicken in a separate pan until it is fully cooked. Cut the chicken into small pieces, and add it in with the other ingredients as they are cooking on the stove. Make your dish creamy. After you add the potatoes, mix in 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt and 2 tbsps of sour cream for a thick, creamy mixture. This is just a starting base. You can add more or less depending on how thick or creamy you want your dish. Finished. | Get all of the ingredients. Look for these spices at your local grocery store. Measure out all of your ingredients. Peel the potatoes and cut them into quarters. Heat the oil in a saucepan on low. Add in the tomato and onion. Put in the potatoes. Combine the final spices. Add water. Remove from the stove and transfer to a serving platter. Enjoy with rice or chapathi. Add peas. Mix in chopped spinach. Add chicken. Make your dish creamy. Finished. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Turn-Off-Voicemail-on-an-iPhone | How to Turn Off Voicemail on an iPhone | Although there's no setting on your iPhone that lets you toggle voicemail on or off, you can disable your voicemail service by contacting your mobile provider. You can usually do this by dialing *611, but if that doesn't work, you can dial your provider's toll-free support number manually. | Open the Phone app. It's the green-and-white phone receiver icon on the home screen. You'll need to speak with your mobile carrier directly to disable voicemail for your account. Because this method will delete your saved greetings, messages, and settings, it should only be used to disable your voicemail permanently. Dial your carrier’s customer service phone number. You can usually reach the carrier by dialing *611 and pressing the phone receiver icon to place the call. If that number doesn't work, you can call the provider's direct customer support phone number. Here are a few common provider support lines: T-Mobile: 1-877-453-1304 Verizon: 1-800-922-0204 AT&T: 1-800-331-0500 Sprint: 1-888-211-4727 Telus: 1-866-771-9666 Xfinity Mobile: 1-888-936-4968 BT Mobile: 011 44 1793 596931 Rogers: 1-888-764-3772 Vodafone: +44 7836 191 191 Cricket: 1-800-274-2538 Ask the agent to disable your voicemail. You may have to explain your reason to the representative (e.g., you're on extended travel, you don't use it, etc.), but it shouldn't be a problem. Once your voicemail is disabled, your unanswered or rejected calls will be routed to a recording that states that your mailbox is inactive. Open your iPhone's Settings . It's the gray gear icon on your home screen. The only way to fully disable your voicemail is to call your mobile provider to request the feature be turned off. If you just won't be using your phone for a while, or are traveling somewhere that doesn't have good mobile coverage, you can forward your incoming calls to another phone number instead. Forwarding your incoming calls to another phone number means that your iPhone will not ring when people call you. If you don't have another phone number to send your calls to (and you live in the United States), you can get a free phone number from Google Voice. See How to Get a Google Voice Phone Number for more information. Scroll down and tap Phone. It's in the 5th group of settings. Tap Call Forwarding. It's near the bottom of the "CALLS" section. Slide the "Call Forwarding" switch to On . As long as the switch is green, Call Forwarding is ready to set up. Tap Forward To. It's the option below the toggle switch. Type the phone number you want to forward calls to. Include the area code (and country code, if applicable). Tap the Back button. It's at the top-left corner. This saves your changes since there's no "Save" option. As long as call forwarding is enabled, all of your incoming calls will be routed to this phone number. To disable call forwarding, return to Settings > Phone' > Call Forwarding and toggle the switch to Off (white/gray). | Open the Phone app. Dial your carrier’s customer service phone number. Ask the agent to disable your voicemail. Open your iPhone's Settings . Scroll down and tap Phone. Tap Call Forwarding. Slide the "Call Forwarding" switch to On . Tap Forward To. Type the phone number you want to forward calls to. Tap the Back button. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-Liver-Pain | How to Stop Liver Pain | If you have liver pain, you can treat it by drinking lots of warm water, which will hydrate your body and help your liver remove toxins. Natural remedies may also help with your pain, so consider taking a natural supplement like milk thistle or dandelion root. Avoid taking over-the-counter pain medications, as these can actually increase liver distress and possibly cause damage. In the future, reduce your alcohol intake and stay away from fatty, rich foods, as these can cause liver pain. Opt for foods that improve liver function, like citrus fruits or brussels sprouts. If your liver pain persists, see your doctor for professional treatment. | Drink lots of warm water. In some cases, liver pain can be relieved by hydrating your body. Drinking warm water can help your liver function better by helping it remove toxins more effectively. Drinking more water is especially helpful if your liver pain is caused by drinking alcohol, as liver pain from drinking alcohol is often caused by dehydration. You should drink 2–3 liters (0.53–0.79 US gal) of water every day to keep healthy. If you have liver pain and have not been drinking that much water, make it your goal. Take pressure off the liver. If you are feeling pain in your liver, you can often relieve some of it by positioning your body differently. Laying down or stretching out your body can remove some physical pressure on the liver, which in turn will decrease your pain. This is only a temporary solution for liver pain. Avoid fatty, fried, and rich foods. These foods can increase liver pain because they force the liver to work harder than it should. One of the liver's functions is to process fat, so adding more to process can inflame the organ further. On the other hand, some foods that are great for liver function include citrus fruits and cruciferous vegetables, such as Brussels sprouts. Eating these foods may not immediately relieve your pain, but they will promote liver health. Reduce how much sugar you consume. Too much sugar can affect your liver or worsen some liver conditions, like fatty liver. While trying to heal your liver or reduce pain, avoid foods with sugar or other refined carbohydrates. These include soda, baked goods, ice cream, and bottled sauces. Don't take over-the-counter pain medications. While it is often our first instinct to take a pain reliever when feeling pain, it is not a good idea if you are having liver pain. Over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen and ibuprofen can increase liver distress as opposed to relieving it, as they tax that particular organ. Taking too much acetaminophen in particular is known to cause liver damage. If you need to take it, be sure to take the recommended dose or less. Drink less alcohol. If your liver is painful due to drinking too much alcohol, stopping drinking can help eliminate the pain. This will allow your liver to recover from being overworked and to regain normal function. You are at risk of getting alcoholic liver disease if you drink more than 1.5 fluid ounces (44 ml) of alcohol every day. There are some liver problems that are caused by alcohol that can be reversed by simply stopping drinking. For instance, fatty liver and inflammation can be cleared up within 6 weeks of not drinking alcohol. However, more serious liver illnesses caused by drinking alcohol, such as cirrhosis, cannot be cleared up simply by abstaining. Try natural home remedies. There are remedies that may give your liver some relief, but they are not scientifically proven to help with liver pain. They probably won't hurt you if taken as directed, but they certainly are not guaranteed to work. For example, try a natural supplement that says it is designed to promote liver health. These typically contain a combination of milk thistle, dandelion root, and schizandra, as well as vitamins B, C, and E. If you have liver disease or another diagnosed medical problem with your liver, you should not take any natural remedies without checking with your doctor first. Seek out medical care if the pain persists. Even if you only have mild liver pain, you should consult a doctor about it if it is ongoing. Your doctor will discuss your symptoms with you and will do a physical exam. The physical exam will typically include testing your basic vital signs and feeling the liver for inflammation. Women over the age of 40 should see if their doctor to check for gallbladder disease. Overweight women are at higher risk. Get immediate emergency medical care if the pain is severe and combined with nausea, dizziness, or hallucinations. This could signal a life-threatening condition. Have your liver tested. If your doctor suspects a problem with your liver, they may do a variety of tests on that specific organ. These tests may include a combination of liver function tests and imaging of the organ. If preliminary tests do show an issue with the liver, your doctor may then order a liver biopsy to inspect the cells of the organ. Discuss pain management with your doctor. If you are having ongoing liver pain, it is important to discuss how to eliminate or minimize the pain in the future. Your doctor may be able to prescribe you a pain reliever that is safe for your liver and give you tips about how to minimize the pain with lifestyle changes. It is likely that you will need both medication and lifestyle changes, such as weight loss or a special diet, to treat your liver pain. Your doctor may tell you to take over-the-counter pain relievers. Be sure to follow their recommendations for dosage, as exceeding recommended doses could tax your liver. Get treatment for your associated illness. If you are having liver pain that is due to a specific illness, treating the illness effectively will likely minimize your pain. Follow your doctor's suggestions for treatment and keep them up to date with changes in your condition. Your medical treatment will vary depending on what is causing your pain. If you have a less serious illness, such as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, it may be managed exclusively by making your diet healthier and reducing your cholesterol. More serious illnesses, such as liver cancer, will have more serious and invasive treatments, such as a liver transplant. Feel for tenderness in the upper abdomen. The liver is located in the upper abdomen, below the lungs and above the stomach. If you are having pain in that area, it may be coming from your liver. Identify a dull aching on the right-hand side of the abdomen. Since the liver is on the right side of the body, it is likely that your pain will be more acute on the right side. If the pain is more generalized, it may be originating from another organ. Suspect liver pain if you have an associated illness. There are a variety of illnesses that commonly cause liver pain. If you are experiencing abdominal pain and you have one of these diseases, the pain is likely originating in your liver: Hepatitis Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease Gallbladder disease Cirrhosis Reye syndrome Hemochromatosis Liver cancer | Drink lots of warm water. Take pressure off the liver. Avoid fatty, fried, and rich foods. Reduce how much sugar you consume. Don't take over-the-counter pain medications. Drink less alcohol. Try natural home remedies. Seek out medical care if the pain persists. Have your liver tested. Discuss pain management with your doctor. Get treatment for your associated illness. Feel for tenderness in the upper abdomen. Identify a dull aching on the right-hand side of the abdomen. Suspect liver pain if you have an associated illness. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Manage-Belly-Button-Rings-During-Pregnancy | How to Manage Belly Button Rings During Pregnancy | To manage your belly button ring during pregnancy, remember to wash your navel area with warm water and soap every day to disinfect the area. You should also take out your piercing and clean it at least once a week to prevent infection. It might be tempting to play with your belly button ring, but try to avoid touching it or letting anyone else touch it, since this can easily transfer bacteria to the area. If your belly button becomes inflamed, hold a warm compress or cold pack to the area for 10 minutes a couple of times a day. As well as keeping the area clean, wear loose-fitting clothes, which will reduce the chance of irritating your ring. Avoid tight pantyhose, leotards, or belts, which can easily catch on your ring and pull it out. | Clean your jewelry regularly. In order to prevent infection, it is critical that your piercing is clean and sanitary. At least once a week, take your piercing out (when your piercing professional says it is safe to do so) and wash it with warm water and soap. Scrub hard in order to disinfect the ring or bar. Dry it with a paper towel or wash cloth before you reinsert it. Use safe soaps when you are washing. Soaps with flowery scents, and artificial additives can increase the likelihood of infection. Disinfect your belly button and navel region. Beyond your daily shower/bath, it is critical that you keep your navel region clean and sanitary as a means to prevent infection. Every day, use a wash cloth that is soaked in warm water and soap, and wash the navel region. After you are done washing, dry off gently using a paper towel or a dry washcloth. Use gentle dabs rather than pressing hard against your skin. Keep a lotion around, or cortisone cream, which can be applied whenever you feel as if there is a redness or dryness. Check the labels of the packaging as some antibiotics are unsafe for pregnant women. Do not use your fingernails or fingers to scrape because that might cause irritation. Leave your belly button ring alone. Try to avoid tugging on it or fiddling with it, because your pregnancy will make the skin more elastic and more prone to stretching or tearing. Not only should you not touch the piercing, but you should also not let anyone else touch, kiss, or lick the piercing. The exchange of bacteria and/or fluids around the healing area is a recipe for infection. If you touch the pierced area out of habit, or accidentally let someone else touch it, immediately wipe the area down with warm water and soap. Wear loose fitting clothing. A navel piercing will likely catch on to your shirt as your stomach grows, and your shirts become more tight. This is also the case for tight maternity pants, which tend to ride up over the stomach and can latch onto the piercing. Make sure that each of your shirts and pants give at least an extra inch around so that your piercing has room to be free and not hook. When buying clothes, try and go to stores specializing in pregnancy clothing. They will have shirts and pants that are available in larger sizes. Do not get tight-fitted stretch shirts if you have a piercing, because there is a likelihood that the piercing will still catch on. When a shirt is too tight, the piercing can hook on and rip out. If this happens, contact your doctor as soon as possible. Do not use over the counter antibiotics to treat a serious wound. Avoid tight pantyhose, leotards, and belts. As you become pregnant, your belly will start to push against your old clothes. There is a high likelihood that your piercing will hook onto your clothes and rip out. Contact your doctor in case this happens, and do not use over-the-counter antibiotics to solve a serious problem. Use a sea salt soak. This is a home remedy that can help decrease the likelihood of infection and the spread of illness. If you are already taking an antibiotic prescribed by your doctor, do not use this as it might interfere with the medicine. Add a teaspoon of salt to a cup of warm water. Mix together using a spoon. Get a washcloth, and soak the rag in the liquid. Gently dab the washcloth onto the area. Make sure to wash your belly button and the surrounding navel region. You can also sprinkle the mixture on the navel region with your hands, but make sure they are clean first. After you have used the mixture, wipe the navel region off with a dry cloth or paper towel. Let the region fully dry before you put your shirt back on. Use warm compresses or cold packs. By providing warmth or coolness to the pierced area, you can reduce inflammation and thereby decrease the risk of infection. You can either buy specialized hot water bottles or cold packs, or use a strong plastic bag. If you choose to use the plastic bag, make sure that it is thick enough. Sometimes cheap bags can leak, and you do not want to burn or freeze the already inflamed area. Add either warm water or cool water into the bag. Lay back, and lift up your shirt. Gently dab the bag against your skin. Do not press down too hard, as this will cause more inflammation. When you are done, and the pain has subsided, let your navel region reach room temperature before you replace your shirt back over the area. Use tea tree or emu oil. These are great home remedies that provide some minor health benefits. Gently apply small doses to the pierced navel region. Clean the area off with a damp paper towel or wash cloth. Make sure that the area has dried before you replace your shirt. If you experience a negative reaction to the oil, immediately contact your doctor. Decide whether or not to take out your piercing. Pregnant women often times complain about sensitive skin, inflammation, and irritation. Navel piercings amplify these negative side effects. If you are feeling any discomfort whatsoever at the navel region during the pregnancy, it is best to take the piercing out. Check your skin for redness and/or dryness. Keep track as to whether or not your daily regimen of soreness treatments are working. Plan to remove your piercing around the fifth or sixth month of your pregnancy. That is when most women get their largest around the navel region, which can result in serious pain if you do not remove the piercing. The skin begins to stretch and the piercing will be pressed up against the region. If you have any doubt as to what is causing the pain, contact your doctor. Wash your hands before you remove the piercing. Use warm water and soap, create a lather, and clean in between your fingers as well as under your fingernails. If your hands are dirty, this can likely cause infection. Slide the piercing side to side to see if it can move freely. You do not want to take the piercing out if it is stuck, or if the skin has attached to the piercing. If this has happened, seek the help of a doctor, or a piercing professional. Locate the ball of the piercing. This is generally thought of as a non-decorative ball. One hand will hold the main bar, as the other hand gently unscrews the ball. Feel the ball first to see if it will unscrew safely and easily. If the ball is stuck, contact a professional. Slide the bar out. Do this as gently as possible. If you feel any tug as you pull it out, leave the piercing in and contact a professional or your doctor. Sanitize the area. Apply warm water and soap to a washcloth or paper towel. Gently dab the region. Make sure to get both the navel region and the belly button. Let the area dry before you do anything else to it. Apply a small bandage or bandaid to the pierced area as to not risk the region getting infected. Slide the piercing through the piercing hole. There is a high likelihood that your hole will close up after you remove the piercing. Every few days or weeks, slide the piercing through the hole to keep it opened. Leave the piercing in the hole for a few minutes, up to an hour. Do not leave it in any longer as the pain from the piercing pressing up against your uterus will likely come back. Be careful as you do this. Make sure your hands have been sanitized as well as the navel region. Clean the region after you are done. Replace the piercing, if you want and if safe to do so. In some cases, it is not necessary to remove the piercing while pregnant, but it might be more comfortable to get a new piercing. Look for piercings labeled "PTFE". This means that it is flexible, and not a rigid metal bar. It will move and expand with your belly as it grows during the pregnancy. It can also be cut to the size of your girth. Remove the piercing if a C-section is needed. This is absolutely critical because the metal in the piercing is right in the way of where the doctor will make the incision. Follow the previous steps to remove the piercing, and do not put the piercing back in until you are completely healed. Consult your doctor to find out what would be an appropriate time to reinsert your piercing. Use a moisturizer and proper hygiene. As your tummy stretches, your belly button will probably stretch as well. The skin around your piercing has more freedom to stretch, which makes it more prone to stretch marks, scarring, and infection. This can be reduced or prevented by the use of moisturizers and good hygiene. It is also best to moisturize every day using a moisturizer that is natural and free from harsh chemicals or fragrances. Treat rashes or inflammation promptly. During the third trimester when hormone levels are soaring, women become more susceptible to skin conditions such as rashes, irritation, itching, and inflammation. It is important to address any of these conditions immediately after they develop to prevent them from worsening or leading to infection. Do not reinsert the piercing until after your pregnancy. Continually reinserting the piercing into the hole can cause damage to the navel region. Wait until at least a few weeks after you have had your baby. Guard against stretching and/or ripping. Often times during pregnancies, "innie" belly buttons can pop out, creating strain between the piercing and your skin. Your skin and abdominal muscles are also expanding while you are pregnant, putting more pressure on the navel region. Throughout the day, lift up your shirt to see whether your belly button has been stretched, ripped apart, or torn. If this happens, immediately remove the piercing. It is best not to inflame the region any more that it already is. Place a small bandage over the area, and contact either your doctor or a piercing professional. If there is simply redness, or the potential for stretching, use a bandage and cover the belly button. This will stop your belly button from popping out any more than it already has. You will want to consider the process of healing. You do not want to heal a piercing while you have a new baby kicking your navel region, making you bend over, constantly move, etc. Write down why you want the piercing. There are many risks to getting a piercing right before, or during a pregnancy. The piercing can cause infection, inflammation, and even the possibility of disease. You need to spend time thinking about why the belly button piercing is so important. Write down a list of reasons why this is critical. This is not only a good idea for pregnancy piercings, but piercings at any time. Go through each one and decide whether that is a good enough reason (it means something to me, it is part of my identity, etc.). After you have written down the best reasons you have, talk to your friends and family about your decision. They might have a different point-of-view, and wish to dissent or agree. Talking with a piercing professional is also important. The professional is likely to have gone through this situation before, and know the best advice for you. Check the credibility of the piercing facility. It is important that the place you go to get a piercing is legit. Any problems with the piercing can result in infection, disease, and harm to the baby. Ask if you can watch the piercer set up his station before you get the piercing. The piercer should always wash his hands, and instruments. The instruments he or she uses should be unopened. Look around the studio to see if the place is well kept. The floors should be neat and tidy, the station sanitized, and there should be no presence of blood. Make sure that the piercer enforces age restrictions. The piercer should also have an active portfolio of his or her past work. Ask to see the portfolio before you even begin to think about getting the piercing. Choose a safe, functional piece of jewelry. The typical, close-fitting belly button piercing will not be an option for a woman that is soon to be pregnant. You will need to shop around for piercings which are optimal for your future condition. Plastic maternity belly button rings. These rings are made of soft, plastic material that will stretch along with your growing belly. These rings can expand slightly, and therefore are less likely to irritate the skin and lead to infection. The good news is that they are much cheaper than the metal rings and they're easy to find online. Try out circular rings instead of barbells. These are less likely to fall out than barbell shaped rings. As your tummy grows, it's possible for the pierced hole to temporarily stretch as well. If it gets large enough, there is a chance barbell rings could slip through it. Use large gauge rings rather than smaller ones. The larger the gauge, the thinner the ring, and the better it will fit as your tummy grows. Buy a 14 gauge ring, which is the largest gauge. Stick-on belly button jewelry is a great alternative to the traditional piercing. It can be used to imitate a pierced belly button and is very popular with pregnant women. Fake piercings will also decrease the likelihood of inflammation and infection. Check out How to Make a Fake Belly Button Piercing. Delay the piercing. It is always the best option to simply delay getting your navel pierced until after you have had your kid, and have actively recovered from the pregnancy. Getting your navel pierced while pregnant can result in infection, disease, and harm to the baby. The navel region is not very muscular, and therefore has very little active blood flow. This means that, even if you were not pregnant, the navel piercing would take a long time to heal. The navel is the longest piercing region to heal, at around nine to twelve months on average. The navel region is next to abdominal cavities, making infection even more of an issue. The navel piercing is also one of the only piercings to continuously have to touch your shirt, making infections even more prone to spread. There is the possibility that your naval region treats your piercing as a "foreign object," and therefore not heal properly. Contact your doctor. While there are general risks to a pregnancy navel piercing, your doctor will know the specifics about your past health. If you have been prone to infection before, have a history of disease, or have had problems healing piercings, you might want to wait. Make sure you consult with the doctor before you get the piercing, as he will be able to give you advice before you go in to get the piercing. | Clean your jewelry regularly. Disinfect your belly button and navel region. Leave your belly button ring alone. Wear loose fitting clothing. Avoid tight pantyhose, leotards, and belts. Use a sea salt soak. Use warm compresses or cold packs. Use tea tree or emu oil. Decide whether or not to take out your piercing. Wash your hands before you remove the piercing. Slide the piercing side to side to see if it can move freely. Locate the ball of the piercing. Slide the bar out. Sanitize the area. Slide the piercing through the piercing hole. Replace the piercing, if you want and if safe to do so. Remove the piercing if a C-section is needed. Use a moisturizer and proper hygiene. Treat rashes or inflammation promptly. Do not reinsert the piercing until after your pregnancy. Guard against stretching and/or ripping. Write down why you want the piercing. Check the credibility of the piercing facility. Choose a safe, functional piece of jewelry. Delay the piercing. Contact your doctor. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Married-in-Tennessee | How to Get Married in Tennessee | To get married in Tennessee, you'll first need to purchase a marriage license from your county clerk and pay the license fee. The fee is around 100 dollars, but you can reduce this by 60 dollars by taking a premarital preparation course. You'll also need to provide your social security card, and a form of ID, like your driver's license, passport, or birth certificate. Once you've filed your paperwork, you'll need to hire an officiant, like a judge, justice of peace, or an ordained minister for your wedding day to make your marriage official. | Determine if you are eligible to marry in Tennessee. Before you can get your marriage license and married in Tennessee, figure out if you are eligible to marry under the state's laws in Tennessee, which can vary by county. This will ensure that you don't encounter any problems or delays in getting your license. It is not necessary to be a citizen of Tennessee to get married there. Neither you nor your partner may be married to another person when you apply for your license. If you are widowed or divorced, you must provide proof of your former spouse's death or of your divorce. You must be 18 years of age or older to get married in Tennessee. Sixteen and seventeen year olds may apply for a marriage license when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Fifteen year olds may apply for a marriage license with court consent and parental approval. As of 2015, same sex marriage is allowed in all 50 states. Tennessee prohibits marriage between blood, or “lineal,” relatives, but does permit marriage between first cousins. Any individual with a developmental disability must obtain consent from the department of mental health or department of intellectual and developmental disabilities. For questions on specific laws in the county in which you will marry, contact a local clerk. The Tennessee County Clerks offer a search engine at https://secure.tncountyclerk.com/marriageform/marriageform.php?countylist=32 or http://www.usmarriagelaws.com/search/united_states/tennessee/#counties for a comprehensive list of offices and phone numbers. Gather proper documentation and payment to apply for your marriage license. When you arrive at the County Clerk's office, you'll need to have proper documentation and identification to apply for your marriage license. You will also need to have payment for the license fees in your respective county. You will need proof of Social Security number in the form of your Social Security card or driver's license that contains a Social Security number. In addition, you will need one of the following forms of ID: driver's licenses, military IDs, passports, or state certified birth certificates. If you were previously married, you must provide the date of divorce or death of your spouse. You must also know the following information: full name of both parents, including mother's maiden name; parents' state of birth and address, if living; applicant's number of previous marriages and date last marriage ended. You must fill out an application for a marriage license, which you can get at the local County Clerk's office. You can expedite the process of applying for a marriage license in Tennessee by filing initial information online at https://secure.tncountyclerk.com/marriageform/marriageform.php?countylist=32. The service will automatically forward your application to the appropriate county clerk. Tennessee doesn't require blood testing to receive a marriage license. Have any documentation that is not in English translated by a certified translator. Although there is no specific provision in the Tennessee law about non-English forms of identification or documentation, it's nevertheless advisable to have translated versions in case the local authorities ask for them. Secure the license fees. In addition to your documentation and identification, you'll need to secure the right fees to pay for your marriage license. You have the option to reduce the general fee by taking a premarital counseling class. Marriage license fees in Tennessee vary by county but range from $93.50 to $99.50. Contact the County Clerk for where you will marry in Tennessee for specific fees. You can find a list of offices and telephone numbers at http://www.usmarriagelaws.com/search/united_states/tennessee/#counties. You can reduce the marriage license fee by $60 if you complete a premarital preparation course. Note that you must provide proof that you've completed the course when you apply for your marriage license. Note that some areas only accept cash payment for marriage licenses. Figure out the appropriate County Clerk. County Clerks issue marriage licenses to couples in Tennessee. Call ahead of your wedding date to confirm hours of operation, verify requirements, and any other questions you may have. For a complete list of County Clerks in Tennessee, consult the website http://www.usmarriagelaws.com/search/united_states/tennessee/#counties. Some County Clerks have websites with information on specific laws in their county of jurisdiction. In the event that there is no website for your specific County Clerk, you can call the number listed to verify information. Obtain your Tennessee marriage license from a County Clerk. You must purchase your license at a County Clerk before you can get married in Tennessee. Make sure to have all of the proper documentation and fees prepare before you arrive at the County Clerk to avoid delays. Both parties must appear to apply for a marriage license. You must file an affidavit for any party that cannot appear at the County Clerk to apply. If you have either a disability or are incarcerated and cannot apply for the license in person you can submit a notarized statement. You must sign your application in front of the County Clerk. You must get a license at a County Clerk before you can get married in Tennessee. Tennessee does not have a waiting period for marriage licenses if you are 18 years of age or over. There is a three day waiting period for persons who are between 15-17 years of age to receive a marriage license unless accompanied by both parents of both underage parties. A Tennessee marriage license is valid for 30 days after the County Clerk issues it. The marriage may be executed outside of Tennessee but you must return the license to the issuing Clerk for recording and filing with the Tennessee Vital Records Office. The officiant must endorse the marriage license and return it to the County Clerk within three days of the wedding. Decide on a location. Before you can begin planning the actual ceremony, you and your fiancé(e) should decide on a location for your Tennessee wedding. From Nashville to Knoxville and Memphis to Gatlinburg, there are many places in Tennessee perfectly suited for a wedding. Knowing the location will also help you apply for your marriage license in a timely manner. Consider indoor and outdoor locations. Tennessee has a pleasant climate and offers a wide variety of state parks and historic sites that can host your wedding. The National Park Service has a list of state parks and historic sites that you can consider at http://www.nps.gov/state/tn/index.htm You may also want to think about a destination wedding at one of Tennessee's many famous sites such as Elvis Presley's Graceland, the famous Peabody Hotel in Memphis, or the Smoky Mountains. Send guests save the date cards. Six to eight months before your actual wedding, and before you send formal invitations, send your guests “save the date” cards for your wedding. This will allow guests to schedule time and save money for travel and gifts if need be. Your save the date card doesn't have to be formal as the invitation. It should just let people know the date and location of your wedding. If you have engagement photos or simply a picture of you and your fiancé(e) that you like, you can use this on the card. Send save the date only to the people who you want to attend. Even if some people already know and have said they will come, make sure to send them save the date cards as well. Hire a wedding planner. If you can afford it or just want some extra help, consider hiring a wedding planner. She can help you coordinate the various elements of planning your wedding from venues to photographers. She may also help decrease stress on your wedding day. The costs of hiring a wedding planner varies greatly according to how they bill, where they are located, and the types of services you want. A good rule of thumb is to estimate about 15% of your total wedding budget for a wedding planner. Some wedding planners may have special deals with several venues that you like to help control the costs. There are many ways to find a wedding planner in Tennessee. You can ask friends, family, or colleagues for suggestions. You may also want to search for a wedding planner yourself. Generally, the easiest way is to search for a wedding planner is online. Some wedding related websites offer search engines for wedding planners by location that can help you find several different options. You can also use local wedding magazines, blogs, and city guides to help you find a wedding planner in your location. Find and book a venue for the ceremony. Finding the perfect venue for your wedding ceremony can be one of the most difficult parts of planning a wedding. If you're not using a local wedding planner to help you, there are many factors to consider when looking for and booking a ceremony venue. Think about the type of ceremony you want. Do you want a religious ceremony in a church? Do you want something simple such as at the justice of the peace? Or maybe you want an outdoor ceremony at the beach. Having a basic idea of what type of ceremony you want can help narrow down potential venues. Consider how many guests you have. You'll need to make sure that your venue can accommodate all of your guests comfortably and within local zoning and fire laws. Figure out how much work you are willing or want to do with a location. For example, if you want to get married in a barn, it may require cleaning not only before but also after your ceremony. By contrast, a reception hall, which may not feel as intimate, may provide staff to do the “dirty work” for you. There are many ways to find a venue in Tennessee. You can ask friends, family, or colleagues for suggestions. You may also want to search for a wedding planner yourself. Generally, the easiest way is to search for a venue is online. Some wedding related websites offer search engines for wedding planners by location that can help you find several different options. You can also use local wedding magazines, blogs, and city guides to help you find a venue in your location. Select an officiant. Who you choose to officiate your wedding can have a significant impact on your wedding, including setting the tone for the day. Select an officiant for your wedding who works with the type of ceremony you want and with you and your fiancé(e)'s personalities. Your ceremony may help set the type of officiant you select. For example, if you choose a religious ceremony, you will likely want your officiant to reflect your beliefs. If you are not having a religious ceremony, you could have a judge, justice of the peace, or friend who is an ordained minister officiate your ceremony. “Ministers of the Gospel, Rabbis, Christian Science practitioners, and various civil officials” may perform a wedding ceremony in Tennessee. Your officiant must sign the license and return to the issuing County Clerk within three days after your marriage. Locate and arrange a reception venue. Just as your officiant can set the tone for the ceremony, your reception site will set the stage for your celebration. If you're not using a local wedding planner, there are many factors to consider when arranging your reception venue from number of guests to the atmosphere you want to create. Think about the type of reception you want and style of your wedding. Do you prefer something formal with a band? Or maybe you want something romantic or hip with a DJ? Knowing the atmosphere you want to create at your reception will help you more effectively locate and book your venue. Depending on where your ceremony is, you may want you reception to be at the same place. Some locations, such as hotels, will offer package deals for hosting a ceremony and reception, especially if you've chosen a destination wedding. Make sure your venue can accommodate all of your guests comfortably and within local zoning and fire laws. Find out if the venue is full service, which may help decrease stress and how much you have to arrange, including a caterer. There are many ways to find a reception venue in Tennessee. You can ask friends, family, or colleagues for suggestions. You may also want to search for a wedding planner yourself. One of the easiest ways is to search for a reception venue is online. Some wedding related websites offer search engines for wedding planners by location that can help you find several different options. You can also use local wedding magazines, blogs, and city guides to help you find a venue in your location. Find and book caterer. Food at your wedding will comprise the largest aspect of your reception costs, so you'll want to find a caterer that provides you the highest quality food for the best price. If you can, meeting with several different caterers can help you find the right one for you and your wedding. If you've hired a wedding planner, she can help you find the right caterer and may have special arrangements with specific caterers. Your reception venue may include the cost of food and service in its price. Often, booking the reception venue with an on-site caterer can spare you time and stress. You'll want to ask potential caterers lots of questions including if they specialize in any types of food and whether they provide tables, chairs, linens and utensils. Schedule a tasting to ensure that the food meets your standards. There are many ways to find a licensed caterer in Tennessee. You can ask friends, family, or colleagues for suggestions. You may also want to search for a caterer yourself. You can look online or consult wedding magazines, blogs, and city guides to help you find the right caterer. Choose a wedding cake designer and design. You can either use your caterer or hire a separate wedding cake designer to make the cake for your big day. Choose a design that reflects the style of your wedding and taste that you and your guests will enjoy. You can get many different types of cakes from simple sheet cakes to more elaborate tiered designs. The benefit of having a tiered design is that you can have different flavors to reflect the different tastes of you and your guests. Meet with several different cake designers and test several flavors of cakes and frostings to find the best one for your wedding. Depending on if you cake designer is in the same city as your wedding, arrange for shipping of the cake on your wedding day. There are many ways to find a wedding cake designer in Tennessee. You can ask friends, family, or colleagues for suggestions. You may also want to search for a caterer yourself. You can look online or consult wedding magazines, blogs, and city guides to help you find the right caterer. Send the formal wedding invitations. When you've made all of the arrangements for your wedding, you're ready to send invitations for your wedding in Tennessee Make sure to include all of the information on your various locations in Tennessee so that your guests will know where to go. Send the formal wedding invitations six to eight weeks before your wedding. If you're having a destination wedding in Tennessee, consider sending them three months or more in advance to give your guests time to schedule vacation and travel. Make sure to include a deadline for RSVPs of two to three weeks so that your respective venues can have a final head count and accommodate for it. If your guests aren't from Tennessee, you may want to include a list of local hotels, inns, or B&Bs where your guests can stay. Confirm any reservations and take care of last minute details in Tennessee. As the date of your wedding approaches, make sure to confirm all of your reservations with Tennessee businesses. You'll also want to take care of last minute details within the state, including getting your marriage license if you haven't done so already. | Determine if you are eligible to marry in Tennessee. Gather proper documentation and payment to apply for your marriage license. Secure the license fees. Figure out the appropriate County Clerk. Obtain your Tennessee marriage license from a County Clerk. Decide on a location. Send guests save the date cards. Hire a wedding planner. Find and book a venue for the ceremony. Select an officiant. Locate and arrange a reception venue. Find and book caterer. Choose a wedding cake designer and design. Meet with several different cake designers and test several flavors of cakes and frostings to find the best one for your wedding. Send the formal wedding invitations. Confirm any reservations and take care of last minute details in Tennessee. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Control-Your-Man | How to Control Your Man | Although trying to fully control your man isn't healthy, there are a few ways you can nudge him in the right direction. Keep him updated with how you feel and encourage him to share his feelings too. That way, you'll be able to anticipate each other's needs and support each other better. If you need something that your boyfriend hasn't caught onto, it's OK to let him know. For example, say something like, “I've had a really tough day and I just need a little emotional support right now.” You can also agree to boundaries to make sure you're both on the same page. For instance, if your boyfriend often goes out with his friends, ask that he doesn't go out more than twice a week so you have time for each other. | Communicate effectively. Honest and open communication is one of the foundations of a healthy relationship. If you and your partner can effectively bond, you will find that it is easier to work together to solve problems. It will lessen your need to control him. Choose your timing. If you want to have an important conversation, choose a time that is good for both of you. Don't try to have a deep conversation right as he is walking in the door from work, for example, or if you know you have to leave for the gym in five minutes. Watch your body language. During important talks, try sitting side by side with your man. This makes you both feel equal, and is more effective than if one of you is standing over the other. You should also try to maintain eye contact, as that conveys trust and respect. Spend quality time together. In the early stages of dating, the two of you probably had plenty of romantic dates. But as a relationship progresses, it can become easy to fall into a rut. Perhaps you're spending all of your time together watching tv rather than actually enjoying each other's company. Make sure to get some quality time together each week. Having alone time with your man is very important for your relationship. It helps you connect to each other as adults. Set aside some time each week that is just for the two of you--no kids, no friends, no one but you. Do activities that require you to interact. For example, try a fun activity such as bowling. This will help you relax and feel more comfortable with one another. If your man enjoys your company, you will need to worry about controlling him. Learn about each other. Of course your know your boyfriend or husband, but that doesn't mean that you know all of the important things about each other. The healthiest relationships are those where the couple makes a real effort to understand one another on a deeper level. During your quality time, make an effort to learn new things about each other. The best way to get to know each other better is to ask questions. These questions can be as simple as saying, "How was your day?" The important part is that you both give detailed honest answers, and that you both actively listen to the other. You could also try asking more creative questions, such as "If you could be any character in a book ,who would you be?" These types of conversations will allow you to learn more about each other. The more you know, the more you will trust each other. You will be able to communicate instead of controlling. Describe your needs. If you can guide your man to behave in a way that is positive, it will become less and less necessary for you to feel the need to control him. All of us want a romantic partner who fulfills our needs. What we need to remember is that our needs are not always readily apparent. Try telling your partner exactly what you need from him. Try saying something like, "I am having a frustrating day. I really just need to vent right now. Can you please just listen quietly for a few minutes?" Maybe you feel like your man is not making enough time for you. Instead of yelling, maybe you could try saying, "I know you're really busy lately. Could we schedule a time for us to go to a movie together?" By explaining what you need, you are more likely to get it. Make relationship rules. Even though you are both adults, your relationship could likely benefit from some ground rules. Work on these together, and make sure that you both agree to stick to the guidelines you are creating. For example, if it is important to you that you two never go to bed angry, make that one of your relationship rules. If you feel like you need to control your man's actions, try setting some guidelines in advance. For example, ask that he only spends one or two nights away from home with his buddies. He'll appreciate that you are flexible, and you'll know when you can count on him to be home. You can also set some rules about how to communicate with one another. For example, if you aren't morning people, you can agree never to discuss a serious subject before you've had your coffee. Set boundaries. Setting boundaries is a very effective way to guide your man towards the behavior you'd like him to show. The first step in setting boundaries is to acknowledge your own feelings. This will help you figure out what is important to you in the relationship. You'll be better able to articulate your needs. For example, maybe your boyfriend is constantly borrowing money from you. This might make you uncomfortable, especially if he doesn't pay it back in a timely manner. Set boundaries that dictate exactly when and how much he can borrow. Also indicate that it should be paid back. Make it clear that crossing boundaries will impact your relationship. Articulate that these boundaries are important to you, and you will be unhappy if they are not observed. Be more socially connected. There are many proven benefits to being part of a healthy, loving relationship. When you have a partner, you will automatically feel more socially connected to the world. You will have a built-in person to talk to about movies, work, current events, or anything else that is on your mind. This helps you feel more in tune with the world around you. Being socially connected can help you feel more confident and happy. The connection deepens if you live with your long-term romantic partner. Feel more secure. Being in a healthy relationships means that you have a deeper sense of security. For instance, you know that you have someone to celebrate with when you get a big promotion. You also know that you have someone to comfort you when your long-tme pet passes away. Feeling secure is crucial to your emotional well-being. Research shows that being in a long-term relationship has great benefits on a woman's mental health. The sense of security you get is a large part of that. Improve your health. You will also get physical benefits from being in a loving relationship. People in happy relationships tend to have less stress. Low stress rates mean that you are less likely to have high blood pressure, heart problems, or symptoms of depression. People in long-term relationships also benefit from having regular sex. Sex can help improve your mood, and also decreases your stress levels. | Communicate effectively. Spend quality time together. Learn about each other. Describe your needs. Make relationship rules. Set boundaries. Be more socially connected. Feel more secure. Improve your health. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Garden | How to Garden | Before you garden, find a spot outside that has ample sunlight, access to water, and enough space for plants to take root. As you plant your seeds, give each plant 10 inches of space to grow, and try to group similar types of plants in the same area. At first, you'll want to water your plants more often to allow the roots to take hold, but after a few weeks you can decrease watering to every other day. Additionally, keep your plants' environment healthy by weeding regularly. | Decide what you want to grow or do with your garden. There are many different types of gardens and uses for a garden, so think about what your ideal type of garden would provide. Some of the different types of gardens include: Vegetable garden. This may be the most popular and practical type of garden. By growing your own vegetables, you can save money and increase the number of fresh vegetables you eat. Flower garden. A flower garden adds beauty to your yard and it can be a relaxing escape for you. If you are mainly interested in beautifying your property, then a flower garden may be the best choice. You can plant perennials, annuals, or a mixed garden. Butterfly or hummingbird garden. You cannot grow butterflies or hummingbirds, but you can plant flowers that will attract them to your yard, like pollen-rich wildflowers, dill, fennel, and milkweed. A butterfly or hummingbird garden can be a great type of garden to plan with kids. Wildlife garden. A wildlife garden is one that helps to support the animals in your area by providing them with sources of food and shelter. These are typically plants that are native to your area, so you would need to learn what your native species are to plan your garden. Consider how much space you have available. If you have lots of space, then you can plant a garden in the ground. If you have limited space or simply do not want to plant in the ground, then you can also plant a garden in containers. You can grow a variety of different plants in pots and keep them on a patio or in a sunny spot of your yard. Some plants even thrive in containers indoors, so using containers may also be ideal if you live in an apartment. If you live in an area with good soil that is not too rocky or sandy, then growing your garden in-ground is a good option. If growing your garden in-ground is not a viable choice, then consider buying containers to grow your plants in or building above ground beds. Above ground beds are great because they are easier on your back and can be moved around your yard if desired. Make sure the containers or beds are large enough for the plants you want to grow and that they have good drainage. If you are limited on space, but still want to have your garden outside, then you can grow a vertical garden. These types of gardens use small planters or stacked crates and upright-growing plants. Determine how much sun your plants will get. Many plants require around 6 to 8 hours of full sun to thrive. If you do not have an area that will provide this much sun, then you can still plant a garden. You will just have to choose plants that thrive in the shade or with less sun. Try checking the area where you plan to grow your garden a few times per day on a sunny day to see how long the sun is shining in that area. For example, you could check at 7am, 11am, 2pm, and 5pm, and make a note if the sun is shining on that area around that time. If the sun is shining on an area during two or three of your checks, then sun-loving plants will probably thrive there. Choose a plot. Location is important when you are planning your garden. Most importantly, determine if the area you want to use gets enough sun. Then, consider if the size is appropriate for what you want to do with it and also consider how you will water this garden. You should either be able to pull a hose over to it if it is a large garden, or be able to carry a full watering can to it if it is smaller. If you are going to be growing a container garden, it is still important to identify a suitable area to place the containers. The area should have good sunlight, enough room for the plants to grow upwards, and they should be easy to transport to a source of water or located somewhere that is convenient to bring water to them. Test the soil. Good soil will have an adequate amount of lime, phosphorus, nitrogen, and potassium. Find out how much of each you have in your soil, and what you need to add more of to get the best growing plants. If you are planting a container garden, then you don't need to worry about this. You can just use potting soil that is appropriate for the type of plants you will be growing. You can purchase an at-home soil testing kit from many hardware and garden stores. Follow the directions to find out the properties of your garden soil. You can take soil samples from around your garden and have them sent to your local state-certified soil testing lab or university extension service, and for a small fee they will lab-test your soil and send you the results within a week. This is much easier than testing the soil yourself, but it does cost more. Take multiple soil samples from around your garden to make sure that you are getting accurate test results. Test your soil's pH to see if you need to make changes to balance it. To do this, use a pH testing kit or make your own test at home and check the soil from your garden. Certain plants prefer different pH levels, but it is best to have soil that is as close to neutral - a pH of 7 - as possible. Prepare your soil. Once you have your soil and pH tests completed, ready your soil by adding the necessary nutrients to help your plants grow. Add organic matter to help enrich your soil with nutrients. You can use compost (from your own compost pile, if you have one), decomposing leaves, peat moss, or decomposed animal manure. All of these are available for purchase at local gardening centers if you don't have easy access to them. Add fertilizer to your soil to help substitute in nitrogen, phosphorous, or potassium that you may be lacking. The label on the fertilizer bag will tell you exactly how much of each of these nutrients is present. The numbers 5-10-5, for example, tells you that the fertilizer contains 5% nitrogen, 10% phosphorous, and 5% potassium. Following the results of your pH test, if your soil is alkaline (above 7), try adding lime or wood ash to neutralize it. If your soil is acidic (below 7), add peat moss or decomposing leaves. Depending on what plants you want to grow you may not need to alter the pH. It is easier to grow plants that will survive in the existing soil. Research your area. It is important to find out information about growing conditions in your area. Look online, speak to a local garden consultant, or call your cooperative extension service. Find out when frosts start and end on average, so you know the right time to plant. Planting too early or too late can kill your seeds or plants, so it is vital to know when the best time to start is. Learn about local weather patterns that might impact your garden. Look-up the best time to harvest your fruits, berries, and vegetables in your area. Some of these may be straightforward, but some plants require a little more know-how about when the best time to harvest them is. Make a schedule of when each of your specific plants needs to be planted based on their habitat requirement and growing needs. Some plants may need to be started very early in the season, while others may not need planting until the summer. Gather your tools. To make gardening as easy and relaxing as possible, it is important that you have all the right tools. Use a shovel, gloves, gardening trowel, a garden fork, baskets or buckets to hold weeds, and a watering can at least. You can purchase other tools, but it is not necessary for a small to medium sized garden. For a large garden you may also need to purchase a wheelbarrow, rakes and hoes, loppers, and a post-hole digger. Look into installing an automatic sprinkler system if you don't have time or the ability to hand-water your garden. Determine if you want to start your garden from seeds. Many plants do well when you start them from seeds. Check your local garden center for seed packets and look at the label to see how long they take to grow, when is the best time to plant them, and how much water they need. Growing from seed can take anywhere from one to four months depending on what you are growing, so it is important to plan ahead. Growing from seeds is the cheapest option, as a pack of seeds costs only a few dollars or cents. Full grown plants purchased from a gardening store can cost anywhere from $1 to $50 each. Growing from seed has the advantage of allowing you to start the seed in a container and keep it indoors or put it right into the ground. However, planting a seed in a container and starting it indoors may result in a healthier plant than starting outdoors in the ground. It may also provide your plant with an earlier start since you will not have to wait for the last frost. Consider transplanting mature plants. The benefit of transplanting a mature plant into your soil or container is that it is already partially grown and will bear fruit sooner. The plant will also be more likely to survive and thrive. Transplanting mature plants takes only a few minutes of work once the rest of your garden has been prepped. Check your local garden store for mature plants and make sure to check the tags on the plants to determine if they will work for the type of garden you are planning. Check out flower bulbs. If you choose to grow flowers, you also have the option of planting bulbs. Bulbs are easy to plant, and some of them (the perennials) will come back every year. Some bulbs are annuals and will need to be replanted every year. Keep in mind that bulbs only bloom for a few weeks at a time. Check your local garden store for bulbs that you can plant in your garden and enjoy year after year, such as tulips, daffodils and alliums. Arrange your plants. Choose where you want each plant to go in your garden. Keep in mind the amount of sunlight they need and the overall size they will grow. Starting with small plants can be misleading, as some may get very large and eventually need bigger plots or containers. Typically it is safe to give about 10 inches (25.4 cm) of spacing between each plant, but make sure to read the seed package or tag on the plants to see how much room they will need. You will also want to leave enough space between rows so that you will be able to walk between them. Plan to leave about 18 inches (45.7 cm) between rows. Try to keep your plants in groups by variety. For example, you can plant all of your vegetables in the same section of your garden, and keep your flowers or berries in another section. Find out which plants will grow the tallest, as they will create shade over time and should only be planted near other plants that will also grow tall, or near plants that require less sunlight and more shade. Plant your seeds or plants. Using the arrangement you have devised, place each plant in the garden. Dig a hole twice the size and the same depth as the root ball, or as indicated on your seed packet. The depth will vary anywhere from ⁄ 4 inch (0.6 cm) to 2 inches (5.1 cm) for seed depth depending on what you are planting. It does not matter if you are planting in a container or in the ground. Use the depth guidelines provided on the seed packet. Don't dig a hole that is too deep. Only dig far enough to allow room for all of the roots without covering up the stem or leaves. The soil in the ground should be level with the soil of the plant you are planting. Gently set each plant into its hole, so as to not damage any part of it. Use your fingers or a trowel to slowly scoop dirt back into the hole over the roots. If the plant you are planting is root bound, meaning the roots are wrapping around the container, gently massage and loosen them before planting. This will help the plant roots spread out into the surrounding soil instead of continuing to wrap around the root ball, choking itself out. Add mulch. Getting as many nutrients into the soil as you are able will help your plants to grow full and healthy. Mulch will help with this and it will also help to prevent weeds from growing. Spread mulch between each of the plants in a layer about one inch thick. For vegetables, add straw or decomposed leaves as mulch around your plants for the best results. Flowers do well with wood chips or bark as mulch. Water your plants. The first few weeks after planting should have a bit more water to help the roots to get settled. Avoid over watering, though, by flooding the top layer of your garden. You only need to provide about one inch of water per week, so you may not need to water your garden at all if it rains. Use a watering can or a spray attachment to your hose to water the plants. Water them from high up, so that you don't damage any of their leaves or stalks. After a few days of watering 1-2 times daily, you can water less often. Move to watering once every two days or so. Keep an eye on your garden and weed it regularly. Once your garden is settled, give it time to grow. A healthy garden will last several seasons if it is properly taken care of. Make sure to check your garden for weeds on a regular basis and pull out any weeds you spot. Consider putting up a fence. If you are growing a vegetable garden, then you may want to put up a fence around it to protect it from wildlife. This is not absolutely necessary, but it can help if you find that you have frequent invaders. Keep in mind that deer can jump very high. Your fence will need to be at least 8 feet (2.4 m) high to prevent them from jumping into your garden. Harvest your garden. When your garden has grown to maturity, harvest the fruits of your labor. Carefully pick or cut vegetables, berries, herbs, and flowers for use in your own home. Or, simply enjoy walking and relaxing in your garden if you have created it to beautify your property. | Decide what you want to grow or do with your garden. Consider how much space you have available. Determine how much sun your plants will get. Choose a plot. Test the soil. Prepare your soil. Research your area. Gather your tools. Determine if you want to start your garden from seeds. Consider transplanting mature plants. Check out flower bulbs. Arrange your plants. Plant your seeds or plants. Add mulch. Water your plants. Keep an eye on your garden and weed it regularly. Consider putting up a fence. Harvest your garden. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Soot | How to Clean Soot | If you need to clean soot off fabric, start by taking the fabric outdoors and shaking excess soot off. Go indoors and rinse the item under cool water, then soak it overnight in warm water and laundry detergent to remove the rest of the soot. If soot has gotten on your carpet, try sprinkling the area with baking soda, which will soak up some of it. After 15 minutes, vacuum up the baking soda and any remaining soot. | Shake off excess soot. Take the soot-stained fabric outdoors and gently shake off any excess soot. Be careful not to shake too vigorously so that you don't make the stain bigger or spread the soot around any more than is necessary. If you shake the fabric too vigorously, you also risk grinding the soot into the fabric – ultimately making it harder to clean. Run the fabric under cool water. For fabrics stained with soot, try rinsing them with cold water to remove the stain. Turn the fabric inside out and run it under cool water to get as much of the soot out as possible. Try not to spread the stain further or grind the soot into the fabric with your hands. Try to let the cold water do its job and avoid touching the soot during the process. Soak soot-stained materials overnight. If you have soot stains on fabric materials like clothing, you can try soaking them overnight in laundry detergent. Fill a bucket with warm water and a small amount of laundry detergent and submerge the items. Let the fabric soak for at least six hours. If the soot-stained items can be bleached without being ruined, add a few drops of bleach to the detergent/water mixture. Wash the fabric in hot water. Use the hottest possible setting on your laundry machine to wash the soot-stained fabric. Use bleach (or color safe bleach, if the fabric requires it) when you run the washing machine. Make sure that you have done all you can to minimize the soot stain before you actually wash the fabric. Using several methods together will be much more effective at removing the stain than just attempting one method. Don't put the fabric in the dryer until you have checked to make sure the soot stain was completely removed. Otherwise, this could permanently set the stain in the fabric. Soak up some of the soot with baking soda. Sprinkle a bit of baking soda on the soot stain on your upholstery or carpet. The baking soda will work to absorb some of the excess soot on the surface of the stain. Be sure that you completely cover the stain with the baking soda. Let the baking soda sit for fifteen minutes and then vacuum it up. You can also use cornstarch as an alternative for baking soda. Use a vacuum. Hold the nozzle of the vacuum hose attachment just above the surface of the sooty fabric and let the suction of the vacuum cleaner lift the soot off of the fabric for you. Don't press the vacuum hose nozzle directly up against the soot-stained fabric, as this could cause the soot to fly everywhere and create an even bigger mess. For most fabrics or upholstery, you should try to vacuum up as much of the soot as possible first. This will help prevent the soot from settling onto other surfaces during cleaning and help permanently remove the soot from the area. Dab the stain with a cleaning solution. Make a solution of 2 c (470 mL) of cool water and one tablespoon of dishwashing liquid. Dip a clean white rag in the solution and wring out the excess. Then dab the washcloth on the soot stain repeatedly until the stain comes out. Keep blotting the soot stain with the washcloth until it is diminished to your satisfaction, while occasionally rinsing out the cloth with cool water and dipping it back in the cleaning solution. Use trisodium phosphate cleaner and water. Add one tablespoon to trisodium phosphate cleaner to 1 US gal (3.8 L) of warm water. Dip a large sponge into the mixture and scrub the soot off of the walls (or other hard surface). After scrubbing with the cleaning mixture, rinse the hard surface with a clean wet rag. You may need to repeat this process several times. Work on one section at a time so that you can scrub and clean as you go. Be sure to use rubber gloves when handling the cleaner because it is quite harsh and can damage your skin. Use a sponge and cleaning detergent. Most hard surfaces with soot stains can be cleaned by scrubbing them with a sponge (or towel) and a regular household cleaning detergent, like an all-purpose cleaner. Simply spray some of the cleaner on the sponge and wipe the soot away. You will need to rinse the sponge periodically so you don't just keep transferring the soot stains as you clean. Start from the bottom and work your way up. This can be very effective in preventing the soot from transferring onto other surfaces, which could cause the mess to get bigger or even create a permanent stain. Wear gloves. Soot and ash can be quite harmful to the body, regardless of whether it is inhaled or if it settles on exposed skin. Proper precautions must be taken to avoid exposure to soot. This includes wearing gloves while handling or cleaning up soot and ash. Try to use rubber gloves (like the dishwashing gloves) to protect your hands. You should also wear long sleeves and pants while cleaning up soot to help protect your skin even more. Use a dust mask. The largest health risk, when dealing with soot, comes from the possibility of inhaling the soot and ash particles. These particles can get into your lungs and cause a great deal of damage, especially over prolonged exposure. You can purchase dust masks at any home improvement store and even most larger grocery stores. If you can't find a dust mask, use a bandana or t-shirt tied around your head to cover your mouth and nose. Ventilate the area. Whenever you are cleaning up soot, you want to make sure the area is properly ventilated. It can be harmful for you to breathe in the dust particles from the soot, as well as any cleaning solutions you may be using. If possible, try to clean up sooty items outdoors. But if you must clean it inside, open all the windows you can and take frequent breaks. Try low-pressure sandblasting. This method of cleaning should only be attempted in outdoor areas. Use the low-pressure sandblasting machine to spray off any soot residue from your hard surface. Try to use the lowest velocity spray possible to keep the soot from flying everywhere. You should be able to rent a low-pressure sandblasting machine at any major home improvement store. You can also hire a professional to do this kind of cleaning. Call a professional. If you are unsure about what to do, or cleaning the soot seems like too big of an undertaking, consider calling in a professional cleaner – particularly one that specializes in soot cleanup. Don't attempt to clean the soot yourself if you are uncomfortable with the process. Professional cleaners can make the hassle of cleaning up the soot much easier to handle, but they can be a bit pricey. Consider price checking several places before deciding on a service. | Shake off excess soot. Run the fabric under cool water. Soak soot-stained materials overnight. Wash the fabric in hot water. Soak up some of the soot with baking soda. Use a vacuum. Dab the stain with a cleaning solution. Use trisodium phosphate cleaner and water. Use a sponge and cleaning detergent. Wear gloves. Use a dust mask. Ventilate the area. Try low-pressure sandblasting. Call a professional. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Dispose-of-a-Microwave | How to Dispose of a Microwave | To dispose of a microwave, you can take it to your local garbage center, which is often free. Alternatively, search “Electronic recycling near me” online to find a recycling center in your area. Some department stores, like Staples, Best Buy, and Office Depot, often have free collection programs for you to drop off your old electronics. If you're buying a new microwave, ask an employee if their store has a recycling program for new purchases. If you don't have a car, contact a local trash company about picking up your microwave. These can be more convenient, but they might charge a fee for collecting your microwave. | Search “electronic recycling near me” online to ensure proper disposal. These recycling centers specialize in disposing of e-waste. The centers may strip the appliance for parts to be sold or used as replacements; redistribute items to charities and non-profit organizations; or if needed, will dispose of the parts properly and safely. Call or check the company website first to make sure they accept microwaves. Find out if there are any charges for recycling a microwave. If it would be more convenient for you, ask if they offer a pickup service and what the fee would be. Find an in-store collection program at a local department store. Staples, Best Buy, and Office Depot will often hold free events for the community to drop off electronic waste. But before hauling your microwave all the way in, call or email first to verify that they will accept it. If there are no events taking place at any of these locations, ask if you are able to just stop in and drop it off. Ask about store incentives if you are purchasing a new microwave. Some home improvement stores will take and recycle your old items if you purchase a new one from them. If you are planning to buy a new microwave, check with the store you are purchasing it at to see if this is an option. If you really want to make disposing of your microwave easy by taking advantage of this deal, call around to the different stores in your area first. Then make your purchase at a store that offers this option. Check with the manufacturer to see if they will take back the microwave. Some manufacturers offer programs to help customers with responsible disposal. Check the company's website or call their customer service line to find out if this is an option for you. Note that you will likely be expected to pay the shipping costs for the return, but it is a small price to pay for being environmentally responsible. Contact your local trash company about picking up your microwave. Some trash companies offer a service to pick up and properly dispose of bulky items. This service may be offered for free within certain guidelines. For instance, you may only be able to have a certain number of bulky items picked up per year, or they may need to be within a certain size or weight limit. Even if it isn't free, the service may still be available for a fee. If the service is offered in your area, you will usually be able to set the microwave on the curb or wherever your trash is usually picked up. Drop your microwave off at your local garbage center to avoid a fee. Some trash companies may offer the option to drop your appliances off at their location. If this is an option in your area, you will probably be able to avoid paying a fee for pickup service. Ask about clean up days in your area if there isn’t regular service. Trash companies will usually hold events to make it more convenient for community members to get rid of their hazardous waste. The events may be held twice per year, quarterly, monthly, or even weekly, depending on the size and demand of your area. Find out the date, times, and location of the event, and simply drop your microwave off at that time. Sell your working microwave if you are just making an upgrade. If the microwave still works, try to sell it to someone you know who may need one. If word of mouth doesn't work, post it on an online classified site like Craigslist. Use the money you get from the sale to put towards the purchase of your new appliance! Donate your working microwave to help out your community. Schools, churches, and other nonprofit organizations like children's clubs often welcome donations of large, working appliances that would otherwise be too expensive to buy. Your donation may even be tax-deductible. You don't have to, but you should clean your microwave before giving it away. Take your microwave to an appliance repair shop if it’s in bad condition. If the microwave is really old or ugly, but still works, a home appliance repair shop may take it off of your hands. They may want to resell it for profit, or just keep it to strip for replacement parts. The shop will be responsible for recycling unusable parts, so either way, it will be less stress for you. Read the instruction manual to try and fix a broken microwave. These manuals almost always include steps for troubleshooting issues as well as part and warranty information. Follow the instructions provided for the issue you are experiencing. If your particular issue isn't listed, the phone number to customer service will be, so call that number instead. You may be able to get the repair made for free if the device is still under warranty, so be sure to check into that as well. | Search “electronic recycling near me” online to ensure proper disposal. Find an in-store collection program at a local department store. Ask about store incentives if you are purchasing a new microwave. Check with the manufacturer to see if they will take back the microwave. Contact your local trash company about picking up your microwave. Drop your microwave off at your local garbage center to avoid a fee. Ask about clean up days in your area if there isn’t regular service. Sell your working microwave if you are just making an upgrade. Donate your working microwave to help out your community. Take your microwave to an appliance repair shop if it’s in bad condition. Read the instruction manual to try and fix a broken microwave. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Attach-Table-Legs | How to Attach Table Legs | To attach table legs with surface plates, start by picking ones with pre-installed hanger bolts, if possible, since this will save you a step. If not, buy a package of hanger bolts for larger tables or dowel screws for smaller tables. Install your hanger bolts inside your table legs by drilling a pilot hole that goes into the center of the leg and then screw a bolt tightly into the top of each leg. Align the square surface plates against the corners and screw the top part of the hanger bolt into the plate. | Purchase 4 table surface plates and hanger bolts. There are both regular and angled surface plates to choose from. Regular surface plates hold the legs straight vertically while straight surface plates allow you to set them diagonally. You can choose either one and install them the same way. To connect the legs, you will also need a set of matching hanger bolts that are the same size as the central opening in the plates. Hanger bolts are basically screws threaded at both ends to connect to something like a surface plate. Shop online or visit a home improvement store to purchase plates and bolts. While shopping, compare the hanger bolts to the surface plates to ensure they are compatible. The size will be listed on the packaging. Surface plates are a good choice for small tables without an apron, which is the series of wood panels some tables have on their underside to join the legs to the tabletop. Surface plates work best with thin legs less than 2 ⁄ 4 in (5.7 cm) in diameter. Set the surface plates on the corners of the table. Determine where the surface plates will go before securing them in place. They typically go in the corners on the underside of the table, but you can move them to adjust the positioning of the legs. Make sure the plates are equidistant, meaning an equal distance from the table's edges. If you're using angled surface plates, turn them so the elevated portions are opposite from the table's corners, allowing the legs to slant in the right direction. If you need a more precise estimate of where to put the plates, measure out from the table edges and mark where each one goes. There is no exact place to put them beside keeping them equidistant, so it depends on where you want them. Test the plates by holding the legs up to them. If the legs don't look like they are positioned correctly, especially with angled plates, then adjust the plates before screwing them in place. Screw the surface plates to the table. Purchased surface plates come with the screws you need to install them. The screws fit the holes, usually 4 of them, around the plate's outer edge. Before installing the plate, make sure the screws are not long enough to pierce through the entire table. When you're ready to secure the surface plates, use an electric screwdriver to attach them to the table's underside. If you think the screws might be too long, measure their length and compare it to the table's thickness. You may need to get shorter screws or try smaller surface plates. Screwing the loose plates on can be a little tricky. Clamp them in place or ask someone else to hold onto them so they don't slide out of position. Drill a pilot hole through each table leg’s center unless you have pre-installed hanger bolts. Turn the table legs so the top portion, meant to connect to the table, faces you. Then, use a power drill to create the pilot hole down through the center. The pilot holes will prevent the wood from cracking later. To make them, use a drill bit that is roughly the same size as the hanger bolts you plan on using. Also, drill holes that are as deep as the bolts are long. Note that you don't need to do this if you purchase legs with pre-installed hanger bolts. Skip to attaching the legs to the surface plates. For example, you might use bolts that are ⁄ 16 in (0.79 cm) in diameter. Try using the next lowest drill bit size available, which is usually ⁄ 64 in (0.75 cm). Pilot holes work best then they are slightly smaller than the bolts. To avoid drilling too far into the wood, wrap a piece of tape around the drill bit. Place it so its distance from the tip is the same length as the bolts. Then, drill down until the tape touches the hole. Install the hanger bolts through the center of each leg. Set a bolt in each of the pilot holes you made. Start by turning the bolts clockwise by hand until they stay inside the legs. Then, use locking pliers or an open-ended wrench to continue. Keep turning the bolts until they are locked tightly in place. To help ensure the bolts fit correctly, you can place a pair of metal nuts on them. Tighten the nuts with a wrench, then insert the bolt's opposite end into the wood. Use a wrench on the nuts to turn the bolts, then remove them when you're done. Connect the hanger bolts to the surface plates. Finishing the installation is as simple as aligning the legs with the hole in the center of each surface plate. Twist the legs clockwise to secure them in place. When you're done, flip the table up to check that it is sturdy and level. Surface plates are great for a quick and easy leg installation. They aren't complicated, so if the legs don't seem right, the positioning is likely at fault. Move the legs or the surface plates as needed. Purchase 4 T-nuts and hanger bolts. T-nuts are circular connectors that attach to the table's underside. Each T-nut has a central opening used to secure a table leg. When selecting T-nuts, be sure to compare them to the hanger bolts you plan on using. Get bolts that are the same diameter as the opening on the T-nuts. The equipment you need is available online or at most home improvement stores. T-nuts are useful for tables you plan on moving a lot. They work well on any type of wood table without an apron but are best for unfinished tables. If you plan on covering the table with another piece of wood or upholstery, T-nuts are a good choice. If you are unable to find T-nuts, you can also use threaded inserts. Threaded inserts are similar, circular fasteners that install the same way. Position the T-nuts near the table’s corners. Flip the table over to figure out where you will secure the T-nuts. The most important part is keeping the T-nuts equidistant, or an identical distance, from the table's edges. The exact positioning depends on where you want the legs to be. They are often placed close to the corners but can be moved according to your preference. If you need more precision when placing the T-nuts, measure out from the edges and mark where each one needs to go. Drill 4 holes through the base of the tabletop. Create the holes in the spots where you plan on placing the legs. Keep the holes roughly the same size as the openings in the T-nuts. The exact size will depend on the T-nuts you plan on using, so refer to their length and diameter. It will be labeled on the packaging. For example, ⁄ 16 in (0.79 cm) is a common T-nut diameter. Create same-sized holes with a power drill. Be wary of the table's thickness so you don't drill all the way through it. Use shorter T-nuts if your table is too thin to support the ones you purchased. Tap the T-nuts into the holes with a hammer. Place a T-nut into each of the holes you drilled. Position them so the wider, circular end is face up. Gradually tap each T-nut down with a light amount of force until it is level with the wood. The opposite end of each T-nut is a central circle with a smaller opening. This side goes into the wood. The base of each T-nut has small blades that will also pass into the wood as you hammer. Drill a pilot hole through the center of each table leg unless they have pre-installed hanger bolts. Arrange the legs so the top part, meant to connect to the table, faces you. Before drilling pilot holes, refer to the diameter of the hanger screws you purchased. Choose a drill size slightly smaller than that. When you're ready, drill holes that are the same length as the hanger screws. For accuracy, take time to measure out and mark the center point on each leg if you need to. To make the pilot holes the correct depth, wrap a piece of tape around the drill bit. Position it so its distance from the tip is the same as the length of the bolts. Drill down into the wood until the tape touches it. If you purchased table legs with pre-installed hanger bolts, skip this part. Instead, attach the legs to the T-nuts. Screw the hanger bolts into the table legs. Fit a bolt into each leg. Turn the bolts by hand to start the installation and, once they stay in place, finish with locking pliers or an open-ended wrench. Make sure the legs feel secure, not wobbly, and won't come out once you turn the table over. Keep the bolts center and straight in the legs. If they are misaligned, the legs will appear crooked when you attach them to the T-nuts. To make this part easier, put a pair of metal nots on the end of each hanger screw. Tighten them, slip the screw into the wood, and then use the nuts to tighten the screws. Finish by removing the nuts. Twist the legs onto the T-nuts until they are even with the table. The hanger bolts fit inside the threaded openings in the center of the T-nuts. Turn them clockwise as far as you can. Make sure the legs fit well against the table. Flip the table over when you're done to see if the finished product looks level and sturdy. Keep twisting the legs until they are even with the table. The hanger bolts fit in the threaded holes in each T-nut, leading to a simple but effective installation that hides the hardware. Put on a dust mask and safety glasses before cutting the table. Protect yourself from the dust and possible wood shards released during the cutting process. If you can, work outdoors to further reduce the amount of dust you have to contend with. Also, avoid wearing a long-sleeved shirt, gloves, or jewelry that could get caught by the saw. If you can't work outdoors, select a well-ventilated spot like a workspace with a strong ventilation fan. Open up nearby doors and windows to direct more of the dust out. Keep other people and pets out of the area until you are done and have had a chance to clean up. Cut boards into rails for the table’s underside if there isn’t an attached apron. These rail boards fit between the table legs, creating an apron. Flip the table over, then rough fit the legs near the table corners. Place the boards between them, measuring the length and size you need them to be. Plan on cutting 4 boards so you have 1 that fits between each leg. Measure the distance between the middle part of each leg to figure out how long the apron rails need to be. The exact size the boards need to be will vary depending on where you place the legs. Normally, they are easiest to fashion when the legs are placed right near the table corners, but they don't have to be put there. If your table already has an apron attached, you will see wood panels attached to the underside. Skip this part and screw the legs to the apron rails or remove the rails to cut mortise and tenon joints. A mortise and tenon joint is a secure way to connect pieces of wood by making them fit together. A mortise is a slot, which is often cut into table legs. A tenon is a same-sized projection that fits into a mortise. The mortise and tenon technique is a classic way to create stable tables. It's often used for big tables that require plenty of stability, such as picnic or dining room tables. It can also be done for metal. Mark spots to cut the mortise and tenons in the boards. Plan on cutting mortise slots into the table legs and matching tenons on the apron rails to plug into them. These slots can vary as needed depending on the table you're working with. For a simple table, you might measure about ⁄ 8 in (1.6 cm) from the edge of each leg, and then another ⁄ 2 in (1.3 cm) to make a mortise of the same size. Remember to fit the leg and apron rails together in order to get an accurate fit. The pieces have to line up so the tenons plug into the mortises once they are cut. Cut mortises in the table legs with a router. The router is a mobile tool you push along wood to cut smooth, consistent shapes. It's perfect for cutting a mortise in the center of each leg. After marking the cuts you need to make, lower the router and carefully move around the outlines. Note the thickness of the table legs, taking care not to cut more than ¾ of the way through them. Using a router can be dangerous if you're not careful. Keep a firm grip on it with both hands and keep your fingers up on the safety guards. Move it slowly and shut it off when you're done. One way to make the cutting process easier is to drill holes at the ends of each mortise outline, then follow up with the router. Doing this can make the router glide a little more smoothly over the wood. Each leg will have a pair of mortises for the apron rails connecting it to adjacent legs. Make sure the mortise cuts look smooth. If you don't have a router, you could also use a dowel jig to drill holes into each leg and rail. Then, fit wood dowels into the holes. The dowels will allow you to push the pieces together just like with a mortise and tenon design. Trim tenons on each of the apron rails. Use the router to make matching tenons that fit into the mortise slots. Make one on the end of each rail, centering it according to your outline. The tenon sticks out from the rest of the rail, which rests against the uncut portion of each leg. The tenons can be tough to cut to the correct size, so work slowly. Keep them a little bigger if needed, since you can always chip off the excess material later. Fit the apron rails into the legs to make sure they fit. Position the legs near the corners of the tables, aligning the mortises. Then, plug all of the apron rails into them. When they are cut to the right size, the tenons will join perfectly to the mortises. You won't be able to see the tenons at all. You may need to trim the pieces a little more to get them to fit. If you need to shave them down a little bit, try using a chisel to gradually reduce them. Use wood glue to secure all of the pieces together. Take apart the mortise and tenon joints, then coat them with a layer of wood glue. Use something strong, such as carpenter's glue, PVA, or epoxy. If you're not using wood, make sure you choose something compatible with the type of material you're using. When you're done, fit the pieces back together and clamp them in place for about 24 hours to dry. Let the pieces dry completely before turning the table back over. Use some effective bar clamps or a similar tool to keep the rails and legs pushed together until the glue solidifies. Another option is to screw the rails and legs together. Getting the screws in the right place is tough, so it can easily make your table uneven. To do it, drill the screws diagonally down through the table legs and into the rails. | Purchase 4 table surface plates and hanger bolts. Set the surface plates on the corners of the table. Screw the surface plates to the table. Drill a pilot hole through each table leg’s center unless you have pre-installed hanger bolts. Install the hanger bolts through the center of each leg. Connect the hanger bolts to the surface plates. Purchase 4 T-nuts and hanger bolts. Position the T-nuts near the table’s corners. Drill 4 holes through the base of the tabletop. Tap the T-nuts into the holes with a hammer. Drill a pilot hole through the center of each table leg unless they have pre-installed hanger bolts. Screw the hanger bolts into the table legs. Twist the legs onto the T-nuts until they are even with the table. Put on a dust mask and safety glasses before cutting the table. Cut boards into rails for the table’s underside if there isn’t an attached apron. Mark spots to cut the mortise and tenons in the boards. Cut mortises in the table legs with a router. Trim tenons on each of the apron rails. Fit the apron rails into the legs to make sure they fit. Use wood glue to secure all of the pieces together. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Sign | How to Make a Sign | To make a vinyl sign, open up a new Word document and change the orientation to "landscape." Next, select a simple font that's easy to read, like Helvetica or Arial, and type the most important information at the top of the sign. Be sure to include a call to action, such as "Come see us!" or "Buy now!" along with your location and contact information. You can also use pictures and graphics, but keep them minimal so your message is clear. Finally, save the document to a flash drive and use a local printer to print out your sign on vinyl! | Find and buy your materials. The most important thing you will need is a large piece of plywood. The size of the sign all depends on how far away your customers will be when they see it. If you are far away from the road, or the main entrance into the plaza, you might want to get a larger piece of plywood. Either way, stick with one that is at least 2 by 3 feet (0.61 m × 0.91 m). Here are some other materials you will need: Base coat. Because the wooden sign will look "antique," the base coat will show through to outer coat of paint. This means that the base coat should be a different, high contrast color as compared to the outer coat of paint. Pick the color you want the base coat to be, and buy it at your local hardware store. You will want to buy acrylic paint. Outer coat. Once more, you want a high contrast color compared to your base coat. Electric sander Large and small paintbrushes Vaseline Tape Ballpoint pen Minwax Steel wool Sand your piece of wood. You will want the piece of wood to be wide enough so that people can see the sign from far away, but thin enough so that it is easy to hang. Use a piece of sandpaper, or an electric sander, and go around the whole board. Sand the board in small circular motions, taking off the excess bumps and chips. Make sure to get the edges as well. Do this until the board is smooth to the touch. Paint the base coat of your sign. Mix your paint when you get it home. Use a medium sized brush, not a roller, to paint your board. Work in left to right motions, always working with the grain of the board. Make sure to do this outside so that the fumes from the paint don't build up. You may want to use a pair of gloves as well. Wear an old t-shirt when you paint so you don't mess up your nice clothes. Add Vaseline to your wooden sign. You want the base color to show through after you paint the top coat. Adding Vaseline will make it very easy to remove chips off the top coat. After the bottom coat dries, apply the Vaseline wherever you want to, but focus on edges and sides. Don't put on large smear marks, but merely 1-2 inch long marks that are skinny. Make sure to leave the vaseline on the board as you begin to paint the next coat. Paint on the top coat. This coat should be in sharp contrast to the bottom coat. For instance, use a green top coat, and a red bottom coat. Buy the paint at your local hardware store and mix it at home. Use a medium sized brush and paint from left to right. It's okay if some of the Vaseline smears as you paint on the coat. Do this outside so that the fumes from the paint don't build up. Wear some gloves when you paint, as well as an old t-shirt. Create a stencil for your lettering. Use a word processing program such as Microsoft Word, or Google Docs. Set the orientation to "landscape" and adjust the font size accordingly, depending on the size of your sign. Print out the sheets of paper on your home printer. Place them over the top of the board to see if the size is correct. You may have to reprint the letters using a different size and font. If you are artistically inclined, you can paint the letters on by hand. Trace your lettering onto the board. Tape the printed out lettered sheets onto the board using blue painter's tape. Make sure that the design is centered the way you like. Use a ballpoint pen and trace over the letters. Press down with some pressure, so the design transfers onto the board. Once you are done tracing, remove the papers and throw them away. Paint your letters. Use an acrylic paint and go over the outline you just created. You can paint inside of the letters as well, using a small paint brush. This would also be a great time to add any miscellaneous designs you want, like vines, swirls, or different shapes. You will want to use a color that is different from both the base and top coats. White is the best option if your other two coats are darker. If the bottom coats are lighter, use black, or dark brown. Bring your bottom coat to the forefront. Take a piece of sandpaper or steel wool, and gently brush over the top of the board. Do this after the paint from all three coats are dry. You do not want to press too hard, otherwise you could wind up taking too much of the top coat off. With the Vaseline underneath, the paint will come off very easily. Focus on the areas you remember putting the Vaseline at. Wax the final project. In order to keep your sign safe from weather conditions, you will need to wax it. Use a furniture wax like Minwax, or any other brand that you find at your local hardware store. After you open the can, take a medium sized brush and dip it in, taking small amounts of wax at a time. Work from left to right, using small strokes, always in line with the grain of the wood. Make sure to get the sides and edges, as well as the front. After the wax dries, you may want to add another coat, depending on how well you coated the board the first time. Every year or so consider applying another layer of wax to keep your board safe. Find and buy your materials. The most important things to pick up are big wooden letters. These can be found at most arts and crafts stores. They are usually around 12-18 inches tall and cost around eight dollars a piece. You can also use paper mache letters, but they will not withstand outside weather conditions like wood can. You will want to get all the letters of your business name, or the slogan you use. You can also get letters to create phrases, such as "Ten Percent Off" or "Buy One Get One." Here are some other materials you will need: Acrylic paint of your choosing Large and small paintbrushes 3-4 plastic place mats Scissors Spray paint primer Silver spray paint Electric drill Pencil Stringed bulb lights Super glue Nails Cork board Paint your letters the color you want. Buy some acrylic paint from your nearby hardware store. Stir the paint when you get home, and apply it with a medium sized brush. Go from right to left, left to right, always with the grain of the wood. Make sure you get both the front of the letters and the sides. You will want to do this outside so the fumes don't build up. Make sure you are wearing gloves and an old t-shirt as you paint. You can create a "vintage" look by dabbing on darker colors to the edges. Use a small piece of foam and dab it in the dark paint. Gently press and rub it around the edges of your wood. Cut out plastic strips. You will want to buy a few plastic place mats. Measure, with a ruler, every 2 inches and make a mark on the short side of the place mat. Use scissors to cut out the 2 inch wide strips, going longways. If you want to, you can take a piece of sandpaper or steel wool, and run down the edges of your plastic strips. This will smooth them out, and make them soft to the touch. Wrap the strips around your letters. This is not the step where you attach the strips to your letters. You first need to get the form of the letters. Take one strip and wrap it around one of the edges of your letters. Press firmly so that all the curves and corners form in your strip. Make a mark with a pencil where that strip ended and place that strip to the side. Grab another strip, and start about 1/2 inch before that mark. Continue until each of your strips has been formed. When you set the strips to the side, let them stay in the bended positions. Remember which strip goes where. Spray paint the plastic strips. You will first want to spray the plastic pieces with a spray primer. Then, once the primer is dry, paint on a black bottom layer of spray paint. Move the can left to right as you hold down the nozzle. Make sure to get the entire surface area, as well as the edges. Then get a can of silver spray paint. Hold the can as far away as possible, and lightly spray the pieces. You just want the plastic strips to get a light coating of silver spray paint. In between the primer, black, and silver coats, wait for the plastic strips to dry completely. Do this outside so that the fumes don't build up, and so you don't get paint everywhere. You might want to wear gloves and goggles when you are spray painting. Drill holes into your wooden letters. Decide on where, and how many, holes you want. For an 18 inch letter, you will want about 10 holes. The important thing is that the holes are equidistant from one another, and are centered along the width of the letters. Mark where you want each hole with a light pencil mark. Drill each mark, all the way through. Wipe away any excess sawdust with a soft cloth. Make sure the drill bit you use is at least the size of the largest part of the light socket. When you insert the lights later on, you want to make sure they fit into the holes. Determine the number of holes you want by how many lights you have available. If you only have a few, do fewer holes in each letter. Remember, you will need a relatively high number of bulbs to create the effect of the marquee sign. Glue your strips to the letters. Wipe down the edges of your letters with a clean cloth. Put a consistent strip of super glue on one section of a letter. Take the respective plastic strip and press it to the letter. Wait 15 seconds before you release it. Make sure that you are applying pressure equally to the entire strip. Continue on, until all of the strips have been glued on. There will be some overlapping, depending on how much you overlapped when you originally bent the strips. If you notice the strips are already coming off in certain areas, apply a few drops of super glue behind the loose areas. Reapply pressure for another 15 seconds. Insert the light sockets. You will want to buy at least two sets of globe string lights, available at most local hardware, and arts and crafts stores. Take the lightbulbs out, leaving just the string of sockets. Insert them from the back, starting with your first letter. As you are inserting each socket, apply a small amount of duct tape, or electrical tape, to the back of each socket. This will keep the sockets from popping out. When you run out of one line of sockets, simply attach the next line and continue on. Once you have finished putting in the sockets, go ahead and attach the bulbs on the front side of your sign. This will give your sockets some extra security as well. Attach the letters and hang your sign. You can use a peg board, a cork board, or just a regular piece of wood. Lay your letters onto the board to determine where you will need nails. Insert them into the peg/cork boards, or hammer them into the piece of wood. Now just plug in your socket lines, hang your sign up, and it's ready to go. Determine the dimensions of your sign. Measure the distance from which your audience will be viewing your sign. Go to certain spots where people pass by, and notice how much you can see from that distance. Scout out other business signs in the nearby area to see how large they are making their signs. If you are a store far away from the road, you might want to make the sign larger, and vice versa. Make the text and any graphics on your sign large enough people can read them from a distance. Open up a word document. In order to make a vinyl sign, you will need to have a word processor, like Microsoft Word or Google Docs. You will want to change the orientation of the document to "landscape." If your word processor has specific functions as a sign maker, you can use that as well. There are also numerous websites online which have programs specifically designed for making signs. Remember that you will not be able to print these signs at home. So, if you use an online website to create your design, you will have to save it to your computer. Make sure to buy a USB flash drive. That way when you have the design saved to your computer, you can transfer it to the USB and take it in to your nearest printing business. Utilize simple fonts. Sans-serif fonts are good choices, such as Helvetica, Arial or Verdana. They are clear fonts that don't incorporate extra curves or decorative aspects to the letters. Some sign makers incorporate several fonts into their signs. That's a good idea as long as you use the fonts to emphasize specific points or copy on the sign. It is not advised to use more than three fonts on your sign. In order to break up your text, feel free to include italics, bold and underlines in your copy. Use contrasting colors. When light and dark colors are used next to each other, it creates an attention-drawing image that not only is pleasing to the eye, but is also easy to read. For instance, white and black is the most obvious light/dark color combination, but other combinations include orange/blue, gray/red or cream/dark green. While using contrasting colors for your sign, attempt to stay true to your organization's logo. Call to action to your target audience. Use action verbs within your phrases and headlines. Your copy should direct the reader or tell the reader what to do. Examples are "Come see us!" or "Buy now!" If you are attempting to target a younger audience, use slang, or shorter words. Adult audiences prefer larger words and a more sophisticated vocabulary. Start your message at the top of the sign. Remember that viewers read your sign from top to bottom. The most important information should be toward the top of your sign in order for your reader to absorb it. If words are randomly placed throughout the sign, it may be hard for your audience to read it. The name of your business should also be included in the message. In case your audience can't make it into the store, you want them to know what to search for online. Use pictures and graphics on your sign. Do this for a specific reason. Don't just interject them for fun or because you like them. They should help fill in space, tell something about your business or product, and help viewers understand your message. For example, if you are a flower shop, include vines to underline words, and place flowers within some of your letters. If you have a business logo, this would be the time to add it in. Remember, the simpler the better. You do not want to clutter your sign with pictures. Direct customers with your sign. Tell them how to get to your location or how to contact you (email, phone number, etc.) You might also want to include, in smaller print, the hours your business is open. An arrow also helps lead your potential customers in the appropriate direction. If this sign winds up being miles away from the actual store, include the number of miles it will take to get there. Save the document to a flash drive. Go to "File" and click "Save." Plug in your flash drive to the USB port on your computer. You then want to go to your list of files on your computer, and find the saved document. Click and drag it over to where it says the name of your flash drive. Simply let go, and the file will download onto your flash drive. Click "Eject" and then safely remove the flash drive from the USB port. Take the document to a local printer. Big name companies like FedEx and UPS offer large scale printing services. You may also have someone you know who has a large scale printer that you can use. Give them the flash drive, let them know the dimensions of your sign, and they will print it for you. | Find and buy your materials. Sand your piece of wood. Paint the base coat of your sign. Add Vaseline to your wooden sign. Paint on the top coat. Create a stencil for your lettering. Trace your lettering onto the board. Paint your letters. Bring your bottom coat to the forefront. Wax the final project. Find and buy your materials. Paint your letters the color you want. Cut out plastic strips. Wrap the strips around your letters. Spray paint the plastic strips. Drill holes into your wooden letters. Glue your strips to the letters. Insert the light sockets. Attach the letters and hang your sign. Determine the dimensions of your sign. Open up a word document. Utilize simple fonts. Use contrasting colors. Call to action to your target audience. Start your message at the top of the sign. Use pictures and graphics on your sign. Direct customers with your sign. Save the document to a flash drive. Take the document to a local printer. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Zookeeper | How to Be a Zookeeper | To be a zookeeper, start by learning about what this career entails, including a great deal of physical labor, erratic schedules, and a wide variety of tasks. Then, volunteer or intern with a zoo to gain specific skill sets, such as animal safety procedures. Additionally, get certifications and technical skills by taking a CPR class, becoming proficient with computers, and learning about animal behavior. You should also consider obtaining an Associates degree in zoological sciences or animal management, or pursuing a Bachelor's in Biology or Wildlife Ecology. | Learn about zoo keeping as a career. Before you start down the path to becoming a zoo keeper, you should know what a career in zoo keeping looks like. It is a demanding job, physically and emotionally, and you should make sure the career is right for you. Zoo keeping is a job that requires a great deal of physical labor. It is not a glamorous position and you will get dirty, sweaty, and tired at work. It also requires strength and flexibility. You must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. A zookeeper's schedule is somewhat erratic. Your shifts will vary from week to week and you will likely have to work many holidays. If you have a passion for animals, the job can be rewarding. The job does not, however, pay as much as many other professions that involve working with animals. On average, zoo keepers earn around $30,000 a year but pay does vary depending on your level of experience and the cost of living given a zoo's location. A zoo keeper performs a wide array of tasks each day. In addition to feeding animals, cleaning exhibits and cages, and training and observation there is general clerical work required. Zoo keepers have to write field notes and proposals and converse with guests and other workers at the zoo. Know the alternatives to zoo keeping. Many people love the idea of working at a zoo, but the sheer amount of physical labor and unpredictable schedule of zoo keeping puts them off. However, there are a wide array of positions needed to keep a zoo running. Administrative positions include directors, managers, and coordinators. For these positions, you supervise projects the zoo is undertaking, plan and execute zoo policies, recruit and maintain staff and volunteers, and help make decisions about the zoo's future. Curators are responsible for creation and collection. General and animal curators manage the zoo's animal collection. Exhibit and educational curators create graphics for exhibits and plan and implement educational programs throughout the zoo. Marketing and fundraising positions focus on raising money for the zoo, managing sales, promoting the institution, and creating ad campaigns and public service announcements on behalf of the zoo. Zoologists and biologists are often staffed by a zoo to provide scientific and technical assistance in regards to maintaining an environment for the animals housed. You would also conduct research on certain species. Veterinarians and vet technicians are usually on staff at zoos to deal with the medical needs of the animals. Seek out formal education. There are no specific qualifications or degree paths to becoming a zoo keeper, and requirements vary from zoo to zoo. However, the more education you have fields related to animals, wildlife, and biology the better. If you are in high school, there are programs throughout the country where local zoos allow students to enroll in cooperative learning. Check with your own school system or browse lists online. The American Association of Zookeepers is a great resource. Associate degrees and technical degrees targeting animal management and training, as well as zoological sciences, are a good option if you're looking to further your education beyond high school. These programs are usually 1 to 2 years. There are four year college programs that help you prepare for a career in zoo keeping. You can get a bachelor's degree in Zoo science, Zoo management, and Zoo education at some institutions. If your university does not offer a program specifically related to zoo keeping, a degree in Zoology, Biology, Wildlife Management, or Wildlife Ecology can be a great choice and increase your chance of getting hired by a zoo. Volunteer with a zoo. Experience is important in any profession, but particularly vital in a field that requires as specific a skill set as zoo keeping. Volunteering can be a great start and can lead to internships and jobs down the road. Zoos usually have training sessions for volunteers. Safety is important when working with wild animals, so expect orientation to be more detailed for a zoo than for many other volunteer experiences. Schedules are generally flexible. You can volunteer on a set schedule, like bi-weekly or bi-monthly, or you can just volunteer for special events such as pregnancy watches and animal introductions. Make the most out of your volunteer experience. Ask questions and talk to zoo keepers about how they landed their position. Try to network and make connections you can use to land other positions later on. Intern at a zoo. An internship looks great on a resume and provides solid, hands-on experience. While internships are great for any field, as zoo keeping requires a very specific skill set it's vital to gain internship experience on your path to becoming a zoo keeper. The American Association of Zoo Keepers has listings of internships online with AAZK-accredited institutions. Their database is a great starting point when browsing for positions. Zoo keeping internships are demanding. While many internships are part-time, a zoo keeping internship is typically 40 hours a week. You are expected to work weekends. The positions are usually unpaid, but you may get a small stipend or room and board. Internships usually last around three months. High school and college students often find it beneficial to take on an internship over the summer. Gain certifications and technical skills. Zoo keeping requires a combination of hands-on and technical skills. Bolster your resume by getting certified for things like CPR and first aid and building a computer skill set. You can enroll in classes to get a first aid/CPR certification. As zoo keepers need to be ready for emergencies, this will set you ahead of other applications when applying for a job. Oftentimes, college courses provide CPR/first aid certification upon completion of the course. Look for classes that offer this, as you'll gain college credit as well as a valuable career skill. As a zoo keeper, you'll often be asked to write daily logs, take notes on animal behavior, and occasional give presentations to other staff members or guests. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is a great resume builder. You can enroll in a computer studies course or try to teach yourself. Write your resume. A great resume is the first step to finding the perfect position, and a zoo keeper resume should highlight your experience, references, and education. Resumes should be written in a legible font that is modern is appearance. Avoid flowery, cursive choices and write in font size 10 or 12. While resumes should be relatively simple, tasteful colors, graphics, and borders can help you stand out of the pile. Try a monogram of your initials in the top corner or different colored fonts for the headers. Don't go for overly flashy fonts. Stick to dark blues and purples, colors that are easy to read. Include only the information that's relevant to the job you're applying for. A zoo does not need to know that you tended bar in college to make rent, but they will want to hear about how you volunteered at a local dairy farm on weekends during your senior year. Write in reverse chronological order. Start with your most recent experiences and work backwards. A good rule of thumb is that your best experience should be "above the fold." This refers to what you see on the front half of a folded paper. In other words, stack your most relevant work towards the top. Ask someone else to look over your resume, like a professor, former employer, friend, or family member. Not only can they offer suggested for tweaking the order and format, they can proofread for you. Many people become blind to their own typos when working on a document for a long time. Know where to find jobs. The job search can be overwhelming and many people do not know where to look. Have a strategy plan for finding positions. The American Association of Zoo Keepers is probably your best option to start. They have a comprehensive list of openings in AAZK accredited zoos that is updated year round. Browse their list to see what is available and apply to any positions relevant to your skill set. Talk to previous employers. If you interned or volunteered at a zoo, you should contact them and ask about openings. Even if they have nothing at the moment, if they know you're looking they might reach out to you if a position opens in the future they might reach out to you. Call zoos near you to see if they are hiring. Send them your resume without prompting and tell them you're looking for employment. While they might not have a position right away, if they have your information on file they might contact you for future openings. Be flexible in your search. You might not find your ideal position right away. Be willing to cope with change and less than favorable circumstances. Any job is good as it builds your resume and furthers your experience in the field. Zoo keepers work long hours and are expected to work holidays. If you are offered a position, be prepared for a large commitment. There are zoos all over the country, so you should widen your search to a variety of locations. You might have to relocate in order to obtain a job. Be prepared, financially and emotionally, for a potential move. Prepare yourself for a small starting salary. The salary for zoo keeping jobs is relatively low, and especially so if you're starting out. Know going in your budget will be tight, and be willing to work for less. | Learn about zoo keeping as a career. Know the alternatives to zoo keeping. Seek out formal education. Volunteer with a zoo. Intern at a zoo. Gain certifications and technical skills. Write your resume. Know where to find jobs. Be flexible in your search. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Play-Defense-in-Soccer | How to Play Defense in Soccer | To play defense in soccer, start by establishing a training regimen that includes strength, balance, and regular drills to polish your ball handling skills. Additionally, increase your cardiovascular activity since you'll have to be a tireless endurance runner on the field. Although physical preparedness is key, you'll also want to work on keeping a wide awareness of what's happening on the field and learning to focus your eyes on the opponent's hips and the ball. Finally, be prepared to never give up, even in the worst situations. | Establish a training regimen. Defenders in professional soccer are generally the tallest players on their team and are more solid than their teammates. This is because, as a defender, your objective is to protect your goal from shots by any means. This will require: Strength, both for fending off aggressive opponents and to clear the ball once you regain possession. Weight train your legs to improve your ball clearing power and header potential. Don't neglect your upper body or you may be unable to jostle your way to the ball when going for a header. Balance, for staying upright, tackling, and responding to on-field developments. Train your balance through specific exercises , like squats, and improve your core strength to encourage greater full body stability. Increase your cardiovascular activity. All soccer players are expected to be high endurance runners, but defenders should be tireless. You should develop this characteristic throughout your career in the sport if you wish to become an exceptional defender. To achieve this end, you might consider taking up swimming or cycling. Give extra focus to the development and performance of your legs. Strong legs will enable you to challenge opponents for headers more easily. Improve your vertical jump height. Jump rope to make you a stronger header contender. Raise awareness of positional developments on the field. Positioning is essential for every defender, as poor positioning can allow unnecessary shot through your defensive line. As a defender, you are the last line of defense before the goalie. You must keep a wide awareness of the situation on the field as it develops, including: The position of opposing strikers. Midfielders adding pressure to the opposing team's attack. The position of your defensive line. Polish your basic skills. As a defensive player, you'll be expected to have excellent ball handling skills. A sloppy pass or poor control can lead to repossession of the ball by the other team, which could end disastrously for yours. You should drill regularly with other defenders to maintain your ball handling skills and develop your adaptability to the defensive styles of different players. Know where to look. Experts consistently recommend that you watch the hips and the ball when on the defense. Talented strikers have many tricks to use against defenders, like body feints, but you can see through these by watching the challenging player's hips. This will often clue you in as to where he is headed. It's important to keep a close eye on the ball and not be fooled by fancy footwork; strikers that rely on tricky feet will be undone if you refuse to be distracted. Cover opponents and their angles of approach. The dimensions of the soccer field are unchanging, and the directions from which an opponent can approach your net limited. You should train your mind to instantly analyze the approach of any player on the opposing team. Ask yourself: How will he shoot on net? Does he have any support he might pass to? How might his fellow strikers support him? How will his fellow strikers shoot on net? Be determined in your mindset. Defenders should never give up, even in the worst situations. When the defense gives up, the goalie is without support, which can be dangerous for the goalie physically and for your team in terms of points. As a defender, you will need to be willing to sacrifice whatever necessary to stop goals, including your body. For example, if a player is about to shoot, you have to be willing to throw your body, legs or even your face in the way to block it. Defenders need to be highly competitive with a will to succeed, and never give in no matter how bad the situation looks. Evaluate the opposing players style. If the striker you are covering prefers quick, agile plays, you'll want to play very aggressive defense and stick with him closely to prevent him from taking advantage of any gaps. Players that rely on tricks of footwork to confound defense can be undone by careful attention, on your part, to his hips and the ball. You might also consider setting a trap for offensive players by allowing a gap to form in the defense. If you attempt a trapping maneuver, you need to be sure of the other player's abilities as well as your own. If he surprises you with a sprint that is faster than you expected, you may be left in the dust and him with a shot on net. Cut off attacks on net and passes between players. First and foremost, your responsibility as a defender is to protect the net. You should keep yourself between the strikers of the other team and the net at all times, but there may be occasions where you need to cut off a dangerous pass to an open player. It's important for you as a defender to keep your awareness sharp and make judgement calls as best you can. If you react slowly to changes on-field, your defense will suffer. Limit your stabs at the ball. Jabbing your foot out to try to haphazardly prod the ball away from your opponent can compromise your balance and give him an opportunity to pass you by. You should leave roughly an arms length of space between you and your opponent. Wait until the right moment to steal the ball away by back stepping until your opponent makes a mistake. Angle your hips and your approach. It's easy for the opposition to evade a defender that approaches head on, so you should avoid running straight at opposition strikers. When confronting an offensive player, try to approach at an angle that forces the opposition to use his non-dominant foot. You can better ensure the right hip angle by leading with one foot while you cover an offensive player. This way you can turn easily in response to developments on the field. Herd attackers into positions of pressure. You can do this by cutting off the angle of an attacker's approach in a way that is accessible to other defenders, like midfielders. If you see teammate midfielders on the approach, adjust your cut off angle to bring the pressure of another defender down on the attacking player you're covering. Communicate with fellow defenders. Defenders need to communicate clearly with the keeper, the midfield, and each other. If the defense is playing an offside trap, or if a defender is not in line or not marking a player, he should be informed of this loudly and quickly. Defenders that want the keeper to get the ball, or receive a passback, should vocalize their expectations. Get to know your teammates. Communication is easier when the defenders and other players know each other. Practice one-on-one defense. Set up a grid for you and your practice partner that is about seven by twenty yards long. Both you and your partner should start at opposite ends of the grid, with your partner in possession of the ball. Your partner should then attempt to drive the ball to the other side of the grid. The goal of the defending player (that's you) is to: Win the ball from the attacker. Force the attacker out of bounds. Try a faster paced two-on-two drill. You'll need a larger grid for this exercise. One that is approximately 25 yards by 40 should do nicely. This will allow for more breakaway plays between players, which will more closely model a real game scenario. Split a group of four players into two pairs and have each pair defend one side of the grid. Each pair of players should attempt to win the ball from attackers or force attacking players out of bounds. To keep this drill fun, you might consider alternating between offense and defense between pairs. Learn to defend against crosses. Mark off a 44 by 30 yard box that encompasses the entirety of the net and penalty area, extending a ways beyond the penalty area towards midfield. You'll need two teammates at the edge of the 18 yard box for crossing the ball, two "attacking" players in front of the net, and three defenders (including yourself). One of the attackers should pass the ball to one of the wing players. The wing player will read the field and, when prepared, cross the ball to an attacking player. Defenders should coordinate to stop the attack on net and clear the ball or regain possession. Enact a full-on penalty area defensive drill. Measure out a 35 by 35 yard area for this exercise that includes a full size net at one end.To perform this drill, you'll need an attacking "team" with five players in a 3-2 formation, with three players acting as midfielders and two as the forwards. The defending "team" will need four players, including a goalkeeper, in a 3-1 formation. The lead attacker should begin the drill with possession of the ball, just inside the boundary of the grid, opposite the net. Defenders should work to either regain possession of the ball and clear it or force the attackers out of bounds. | Establish a training regimen. Increase your cardiovascular activity. Raise awareness of positional developments on the field. Polish your basic skills. Know where to look. Cover opponents and their angles of approach. Be determined in your mindset. Evaluate the opposing players style. Cut off attacks on net and passes between players. Limit your stabs at the ball. Angle your hips and your approach. Herd attackers into positions of pressure. Communicate with fellow defenders. Practice one-on-one defense. Try a faster paced two-on-two drill. Learn to defend against crosses. Enact a full-on penalty area defensive drill. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Win-in-Competitive-Sparring-(Taekwondo) | How to Win in Competitive Sparring (Taekwondo) | To give yourself the best chance at winning your taekwondo match, relax your muscles and pace around the room beforehand. This will help to ease your nerves. Before entering the ring, take a moment and analyze your opponent. Try and guess how tall they are, so you know how high your kicks should be. When the fight begins, attack quickly right out of the gate. Nabbing the first point will psychologically intimidate your opponent. | At the very beginning The moment you hear of a competition you may wish to enter, this is when your training should begin. You should indicate your interest to your teacher as he is the one who will be your coach during the tournament, and handling most of the administrative matters. In most matches, Yellow, blue and red, and black belts compete in Taekwondo sparring tournaments. If you aren't at that level yet, don't despair, but train for the future such that once you are able to enter a competition, you will be better prepared than most. Build up your Stamina The fight in the ring will last three rounds of 1-2 minutes, depending on what competition you enter. In between, there will be rest periods of about half a minute. In order to sustain this kind of pace, you will need to build up your stamina. Run every other day, at 70% of your heart rate or do interval sprints. In order to do this, subtract your age from 220. This value is your maximum. Multiply this figure by 70%. The result is the number of beats your heart should make a minute as you run. In order to count this easily, divide it by 6 so that you only have to count for 10 seconds. As you run, press your finger against your carotid artery and feel the pulses, counting for 10 seconds. For example, if you are 16, your maximum heart rate is 220-16=204. 70% of your heart rate is then 204*70%= 142.8. You can thus calculate that in 10 seconds, your heart should beat 142.8/6=23.8. Therefore, as you run, feel to see if your heart beats about 24 beats a minute. If it is, you will be able to build up endurance this way. Do a whole array of kicks with strength until you are tired, and time yourself. When you are able to keep this up nonstop for 4.5 minutes, you're doing well. Stretch Constant stretching will allow you to kick higher and faster. It also loosens the muscles and prevents strains. Ideally, you should stretch every day. Pushing yourself slightly beyond your limit will allow you to stretch further progressively, but beware of over-aggressive stretching which might result in torn muscles or ligaments. Equipment Most sparring matches require the use of the hogu (body protector), a helmet, arm and shin guards, gloves and groin guards for both genders. The target areas are the front and sides of the hogu, and the front and sides of the head. Any other strike would either not be considered, or considered a foul. Practice your Kicks During the tournament, most of the kicks you will be doing are turning kicks, due to competition rules which disallow pushing kicks. Only participants above the age of 12 (18 in some places) are allowed to kick at head level. Practice your kicks with a bag or hand mitts, in order to develop accuracy and strength. You should practice the following kicks every day, at least 10 times each with both legs: Turning kicks, both with the front and rear legs Back kicks (Back thrust) Back hooks Sidekicks Slamming kicks (Axe Kick) Jumping back kicks Jumping back hooks Practice your Punches While punching is allowed, it is a commonly known fact that judges rarely count them, and often do not count many kicks as well. Despite this, working on your punches is good, because if you can punch strongly, you will be able to weaken your opponent. Practice with a heavy bag. Practice your Blocking Blocking off an opponent's attack will deprive them of points. Practice all sorts of blocks until you can do them simultaneously with your kicks. For example, as you do a turning kick, the front of your body may be open, a good place to counter-attack. Ensure you are constantly blocking your head and your body with both arms, and be prepared to knock away kicks from your opponent. Practice your Evading Another way of defending yourself is to evade the kick. You should skip away to the side, or backwards, as quickly as possible. Practice this until your reactions are quick and you can successfully dodge a kick at full speed. Practice your Counterattacks These kicks are the most likely to score points because many fighters let their blocks fall when they start attacking. When your opponent brings up their leg for a kick, you should immediately identify what kick it is and counter where they are open. A good counter should involve blocking or evading their attack and then striking quickly. For example: If the opponent does a turning kick, you can either lean back to avoid it or use your arm to block it, then go in with a turning kick of your own. Or, you could just attack quicker than your opponent, and strike with a suitable back kick or hook. As long as you hit them first, with power, you should be able to earn the points. If the opponent does a back kick, evade to the side and attack with a turning kick. Check your Fighting Stance The stance you adopt on fighting in the ring is very important. The following tips will ensure a better defense and better attack position: Stay on the balls of your feet so that you are ready to move when necessary, and move quickly. Bounce up and down as you do so so that you can hide your next move, and also such that you will be in a better position to perform jumping kicks. Your front arm should be up and protecting your head from attack. This arm should be primed to move sideways or downwards quickly to block off an attack. Your other arm should be close to your front and also ready to move. Weight Categories All fighters must be in their own weight categories in order to make the fight fairer. You must choose which category you will be in, and stay within that weight. There will be a weigh in several weeks before the fight. The Day Before the Match On the day before your match, just practice lightly and do not overstrain yourself. It would be good to ' carbo-load '. This involves eating starchy foods which store themselves in your body as glycogen, which can easily be used to produce energy during your match. Do not starve yourself to maintain your weight category; neither should you dehydrate yourself. On the Morning of your Match You should have had a well-rested night of sleep. In the morning, eat foods which release energy slowly and throughout the day, such as carbohydrates. Stretch yourself and mentally run through all your strategies. Turn up Early You should get the schedule of when your bouts are and proceed to the sparring area early. If you are able to get the schedule of when your opponents fight, you can watch them and prepare for your match. Similarly, you should change styles in different rounds so that your strategy cannot be preempted. The Final Weight Check When your bout number is announced, you will proceed to the weight station where you have to report for the match, as well as be weighed to ensure you are within your category, and possibly checked that you are wearing all your protective equipment, that your nails are cut and other safety measures are taken to avoid unnecessary injury to yourself or your opponent. The Holding Area This is possibly the tensest moment you will have. You will be sitting with your opponent in the holding area, waiting for your turn to go to the ring. If you are nervous at this stage, it's perfectly fine to get up and pace around. This also lets your muscles relax. At the same time, with a rational mind, size up your opponent. For example, by guessing his height, you can prepare to do head kicks. The Fight During the fight itself, trust your coach and do as he says. Your mind will be focused on attacking your opponent and taking him out, and it is important for your coach to remind you of your strategies. The process is as follows: The referee points to the ground with their right and left hands, saying 'Chung, Hung'. This means 'blue, red', and indicates where you should stand. The referee will then say 'chareot' to get you to attention, and 'kyueng-rye' to get you to bow to the judges and each other. The referee then says 'gyeorugi choonbi', upon which you enter your fighting stance. He then says 'shijak', and the fight begins! You should stop immediately if the referee says 'kuman' or 'kalyo'. Point deductions may be given out, and these take the form of either half or full points. Try to get the first point, as this psychologically intimidates the opponent and gives you an edge up. Attack quickly when the signal is given to start. 1 point is given for kicks to the hogu (body protector), 2 points for kicks to the head (should these be allowed), and 1/2 or 1 point may be deducted for fouls. Train for the Next Match Whether you won or lost only depends on you. Whatever the result, never give up and train hard for the next match. | At the very beginning The moment you hear of a competition you may wish to enter, this is when your training should begin. Build up your Stamina The fight in the ring will last three rounds of 1-2 minutes, depending on what competition you enter. Stretch Constant stretching will allow you to kick higher and faster. Equipment Most sparring matches require the use of the hogu (body protector), a helmet, arm and shin guards, gloves and groin guards for both genders. Practice your Kicks During the tournament, most of the kicks you will be doing are turning kicks, due to competition rules which disallow pushing kicks. Practice your Punches While punching is allowed, it is a commonly known fact that judges rarely count them, and often do not count many kicks as well. Practice your Blocking Blocking off an opponent's attack will deprive them of points. Practice your Evading Another way of defending yourself is to evade the kick. Practice your Counterattacks These kicks are the most likely to score points because many fighters let their blocks fall when they start attacking. Check your Fighting Stance The stance you adopt on fighting in the ring is very important. Weight Categories All fighters must be in their own weight categories in order to make the fight fairer. The Day Before the Match On the day before your match, just practice lightly and do not overstrain yourself. On the Morning of your Match You should have had a well-rested night of sleep. Turn up Early You should get the schedule of when your bouts are and proceed to the sparring area early. The Final Weight Check When your bout number is announced, you will proceed to the weight station where you have to report for the match, as well as be weighed to ensure you are within your category, and possibly checked that you are wearing all your protective equipment, that your nails are cut and other safety measures are taken to avoid unnecessary injury to yourself or your opponent. The Holding Area This is possibly the tensest moment you will have. The Fight During the fight itself, trust your coach and do as he says. Point deductions may be given out, and these take the form of either half or full points. Train for the Next Match Whether you won or lost only depends on you. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-Sick-Note | How to Get a Sick Note | Obtaining a sick note to excuse absences involves asking a person with authority to write and sign a document verifying that you were ill on the day or days in question. Sick notes delivered to schools can often be written by a parent or legal guardian. These notes should be handwritten and include the date of the illness, an explanation of your symptoms, and the guardian's signature. Sick notes written by a doctor also are accepted for missing school or work. To get one, you will have to make an appointment with a health care provider. After the appointment, ask the physician for a note to excuse you from school or work. They often have pre-made documents that they can sign and give to you. When you have your sick note, turn it into the proper person, like an attendance officer or the HR department at your office. | Ask your parents to write a note. Many schools don't require a doctor's note for sickness, and many doctors will not write formal notes for school absences. Your parent or guardian can write a sick note for your teacher after you recover or drop it off personally. Be sure that the note written by your parent or guardian has the date of your illness. It should also address the teacher and have a brief explanation of why you are absent. For example, "Dear Mr. Smith, Please excuse Martha Cohen's absence from school for the past three days. My daughter had strep throat and needed to rest at home. Thank you. Mr. Nathan Cohen.” Your parent or guardian should then sign the letter and seal it in an envelope addressed to the teacher. Your parent may also be able to call the school's office or attendance hotline. Some schools give a window of several days to do so. Be aware that certain places do not accept parents' notes for sick days. Be sure that your school district recognizes them.</ref> Get a letter from your doctor, alternately. In some school districts, or for extended absences, you will need to get more formal proof of your illness or medical treatment. Ask a doctor or other medical professional for a certified letter to present to the school. The letter should detail your illness and the duration of time you'll be absent while you recover. Your doctor can also provide you with records of your surgery or any medications you took for the illness. These documents are then stamped with an official seal at the doctor's office and given to you. Don't expect to get the medical certificate for free. US doctors are starting to bill for them and a range of other, formerly free services. Include contact information. Your school might want to follow up with your parents or doctor to verify your absence. This just means that they wish to check that your absence is legitimate. Ensure that your parents include leave a telephone number in the letter or with the attendance office, so that the school can call for verification. If you use a note, your guardians may have to give the doctor written permission to verify your condition. In the US, HIPAA laws prohibit doctors from sharing most medical info, even with schools. Talk to your professor. If you're in college, getting a sick note is a bit different. You're probably a legal adult by now and don't need a guardian's permission to be absent from class. Professors and universities also have different policies on how to excuse absences. Start with your professors. Many professors do not mind one or two missed classes and will want to accommodate you if possible. They will also let you know how you can make up missed assignments or if they will excuse you with proper documentation. Professors do not have to excuse absences, even if you have medical documentation and work through the college dean or registrar's office. Make sure you know what each professor's policies are. Go to the college registrar. You'll next want to talk to the college administration. At some schools you'll need to go to the registrar, at others the Dean of Students. Follow the instructions that the registrar gives you about how to get a sick note for your absences. Be prepared to go to the on-campus university health center for an assessment. Some schools only accept medical notes from university doctors. Enroll with your college’s disability services. Although your professor does not have to honor a sick note, she does have to give “reasonable accommodation” to students with disabilities and chronic issues. You may be able to register with your college's disability office to help you cope with a serious medical condition. Disability services will work with you to make it easier for you to perform in courses. This might include later deadlines, more time for tests, or peer note takers. You'll need to talk to a medical professional and get supporting documentation – your note does not necessarily have to state a diagnosis. In many places, the school will only ask for verification and what your needs are. Once you are enrolled, you'll be able to work with an adviser to determine a plan of action. Some centers provide on-site testing for learning disabilities, as well. Figure out the rules. How to get excused for sick days depends on where you work and live. In the UK, for example, employers can't ask for proof of illness unless you've missed a week or more of work. In the US, things are more complicated. US companies can ask for justification before giving you sick leave. Your boss is legally allowed to ask questions about your condition or to demand a doctor's note, even if the illness is minor. However, companies CAN'T demand to know your diagnosis or other private medical information. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits employers from obtaining medical info that is not strictly job-related. A doctor only needs to write that you were examined and need time off. Ask around to see what your workplace requires. Companies may ask for proof in case of “suspicious” absences, like missing too many Mondays or Fridays, or they may simply have a blanket policy. Schedule a doctor’s appointment. Your sick note will have to be signed or stamped by a doctor or medical professional. Most likely, you'll have to schedule an appointment so that she can assess your condition and then certify your absence. Certain employers might ask for a doctor's note for minor illnesses like the flu, food poisoning, or even the common cold. This is legal in some places. For longer absences, the doctor may have to attest that you are not fit to work and specify when or how you can return to work. Some practices offer telephone consultations. If your doctor is booked up or you have a fairly minor illness, see whether she is willing to assess you over the phone. Get a sick note directly, if you are under medical care. If you are already being treated at a hospital or another medical institution, a doctor there can issue a sick note or a certificate confirming that you were a patient. Submit this to your workplace as proof. You may be treated by a professional who is not a medical doctor but a nurse, physiotherapist, or a mental health therapist. You might be able to ask them for a letter or a copy of your hospital discharge summary as proof. Keep in mind that documents like discharge summaries contain private, confidential data. You do not have to give this sort of detail to your employer. Follow any other workplace policies. You might have to give documentation or comply with additional policies, especially if your absence is long. Make sure that you do so. Fill out a self-certification form, if needed. In the UK, your employer can ask you to fill one out for their records if you have missed less than a week of work. In Canada, your employer can request a formal medical certificate for extended sick leave within 15 days of your return to work. Have a doctor fill out a “reasonable accommodation form” if you need special consideration after sick leave, when returning to work. This will inform your employer of your condition, any limits it places on you, and how you can perform your duties. Talk to your doctor before cancelling a flight. Get in touch with a doctor as soon as you realize you are too sick to fly. With a note and proper documents, you may be able to get partial or full reimbursement for a missed trip. Even if you have travel insurance, you can be denied repayment if you don't see a doctor before cancelling. See your doctor, then cancel. The doctor's note should briefly explain your condition and state that you are not healthy enough to fly in a certain time period. The note should be on the doctor's official letterhead and signed. Reach out to the airline. If you end up with the flu or a life- threatening condition and cannot make a scheduled flight, reach out to the airline. Ask them about their policy regarding sickness. Some airlines will require you to cancel 24 hours in advance of your flight and to sent them the signed doctor's note or a copy. Some airlines have set cancellation fees. You may be charged this fee when you cancel your flight and then refunded once you provide a doctor's note. Be ready to file a travel insurance claim. Travel insurance often covers cancellation because of illness. If you have a plan, submit the doctor's note as well as your unused tickets, receipts, and other proofs of payment. Seek a doctor’s note for support animals. Some people rely on animals like dogs for daily help, to navigate or for other physical and emotional needs. If you use a support animal, you can qualify for special accommodations by getting a doctor's note. Landlords and airlines have to accommodate people with disabilities, for instance. By having a demonstrated need, you can bring your support animal with you on flights or into a normally pet-free building. The law interprets disabilities widely. Chronic depression or pain, AIDS, autism, cancer, or heart disease can all qualify as disabilities. Some people keep support dogs for serious depression, for instance. Talk to your doctor about a note. It needs to be on letterhead and signed, and she must verify that you have a medical disability and need a support animal. Whether you reveal your diagnosis is your choice. Again, this is confidential information. | Ask your parents to write a note. Get a letter from your doctor, alternately. Include contact information. Talk to your professor. Go to the college registrar. Enroll with your college’s disability services. Figure out the rules. Schedule a doctor’s appointment. Get a sick note directly, if you are under medical care. Follow any other workplace policies. Talk to your doctor before cancelling a flight. Reach out to the airline. Seek a doctor’s note for support animals. |
https://www.wikihow.life/Help-Your-Community | How to Help Your Community | To help your community, support your local economy by shopping at local businesses and buying food from local vendors as often as you're able to. You can also help out your community by volunteering with your local government or organizations that are tackling problems and addressing needs in your area. Also, make an effort to attend community events, like festivals and neighborhood meetings, to show your support. | Stop to help when and where you're needed. It's a simple way to make your community better and help to create the kind of vibe that makes people feel safe and happy. If you see someone in need of assistance, come to their aid instead of averting your eyes. Do for others what you'd want them to do for you if you were in their situation. If you see a mother struggling to get her stroller down a set of stairs, offer to help her carry it. If you notice someone looking lost, help them get where they're trying to go. Figure out how you can help the people who ask for money in the street, instead of passing them without looking them in the eyes. Be the person who helps out in an emergency, instead of the one who assumes someone else will do it. Offer to shovel your neighbours' backyard or rake leaves for someone across the street. Babysit community kids, or watch their pets. Support your local economy. Healthy communities have healthy local economies. People work together to help each other make a living and thrive. You can help improve the health of your local economy in many different ways, from changing your shopping habits to starting a business of your own. Consider these different ways to help: Buy your food from local vendors. Try to get most of your produce from the farmer's market, where members of your community go to sell food they've worked hard to grow. Shop at local businesses whenever you can. For example, if you have the choice to buy a new pair of jeans at a chain discount store or a small business owned by a member of your community, choose the latter. Change your mindset from buying the cheapest available product to leveraging your purchases to provide the most community good. Knowing that your money will go toward boosting your local economy and building a strong, vibrant community is worth the extra effort and expense. Help others to see the light and help them come aboard to help you boost the local community's financial health. Consider starting your own business. You can serve your community by offering a great product and possibly even hiring employees. Recycle and compost. Many communities are experiencing problems with landfills that are getting too full. Producing too much trash pollutes the environment, and that's not good for your community's long-term health. You can do your part to help improve the situation by recycling and composting as much of your waste as possible. If you want to go above and beyond, you could also spread awareness about how to recycle, or start a recycling program at your school or place of work. Composting is useful in more ways than one. It allows you to dispose of your food waste without putting it in the trash, and as a result you end up with rich soil you can use in your garden. Once you learn how to do it, show others how easy it can be. and water. Save energy Using excessive electricity and water strains community resources. Saving energy and water is good for the planet as well as your local environment. Do your best to conserve energy and water and it will become an investment in your community's long-term health. Turning off your lights when you're not using them, using energy-saving appliances, decreasing your reliance on air conditioning, turning down the temperature on your water heater, and unplugging your computer when you power it down are all ways you can help save energy. Taking shorter showers, making sure your pipes aren't leaking, limiting your lawn watering, and using a low-water method of washing dishes are all ways you can help save water. Be less reliant on your car. Communities that rely heavily on car transportation often experience elevated air pollution levels. Air pollution is not only detrimental to plants and animals, it causes major health problems for humans, too. Using your car less often decreases your carbon footprint, which helps your community. Here are alternatives to try: Walk or bike where you need to go. It takes a little longer, but you see more along the way. Use public transportation. Even if your area doesn't have a great subway or elevated rail system, you probably have bus lines nearby. Carpool to work or school, instead of driving places by yourself. Meet people. Knowing people in your community is a great way to start learning what you can do to help. In order to get to know a community even better, start building your network by getting out and meeting people. Go to local events, frequent local coffee shops, and get to know your neighbors. The more people you know in your community, the better. To break the ice with your neighbors, bake some muffins or cookies and wrap them up. Then take them door to door and introduce yourself. This will make it easier to strike up a conversation with a neighbor or invite them to your home for dinner. Do some research to identify the needs of your community. Before you can help your community, you should take time to do a bit of research and find out what the community needs. This step is especially important if you are new to the community or if you have not been very involved in the past. Maybe there's a river flowing through your city that's so polluted no one can swim there. Maybe the schools in your community need more resources to buy books and computer equipment. Maybe the homeless population in your community needs assistance. Whatever it is, figure out what needs to be addressed where you live. Use the internet to run some basic searches to find out what your community needs. Try pairing the name of your city with key terms like “community needs,” “volunteer opportunities,” and “problems.” Try other keyword searches to find out more. Read the local newspaper every day. The local newspaper will help you to get to know the community and learn what people are doing to address problems. Talk to people who have lived in the community for a long time. Ask questions, such as, “What is the biggest problem facing this community? How are people addressing that problem?” Try not to get overwhelmed by the size and scope of the problems your community is facing. Pick one thing that you care about changing, one thing that ignites your passion, and go from there. See if anyone else feels the same way you do. Is there an organization addressing this need? Do you know anyone who's as passionate as you are about creating change? Learn about organizations. Find out as much as you can about local non-profit organizations and charities. Visit their webpages and find out what they do, who they serve, why they do it, how they are funded, and what types of volunteer opportunities they have available. Keep track of organizations that you'd like to get involved with at some point. Websites like Idealist, Volunteer Match, and Serve.gov can also help you to find out about organizations that are looking for volunteers. Identify ways you would like to help. Once you have taken time to learn about your community, start identifying ways that you can help. Think back to what you have learned about the community, your interactions with people, and the needs organizations in the community. Male sure to ask yourself some questions before you get started. What community issue are you the most passionate about? What can you do to help that will best use your talents? What sort of time commitment are you able and willing to make? What do you need to do in order to start helping? Choose a way to help out. Once you've identified the problem you want to solve, figure out how you personally can start working to fix it. Even if you do not believe that one person can change the world, you should realize that one person can make a difference—one step at a time. How are you going to make a difference? Find the place where your passions and skills intersect. For example, let's say your city has too few trees and you want to help. You can use social media to spread awareness about the problem by sharing what you know with as many people as possible and encouraging people to plant more trees. Set some reachable goals. The problem you've identified isn't likely to be solved easily; it'll probably require a lot of work; maybe years of work. It's even possible that after years of work, the problem still won't be entirely corrected. However, if you set manageable goals and start working toward them step-by-step, you'll eventually be able to look back and see the progress you've made. Set short-term goals. You can define short-term in a way that makes sense and is motivating to you. What do you want to have accomplished in one week, one month, or a year? Set long-term goals. In five years, what do you want your community to look like? What about ten? What seems doable in that amount of time? Outline a plan for getting things done. To accomplish your goals, you're going to need an action plan. And to execute an action plan, you'll probably need some help and funding. Write up a plan that details everything you're going to need to accomplish a given goal, including the following: People - Include the skill-sets that will be involved, the hours of work that they'll need to put in, the minimum number of volunteers or spokespeople that will be necessary to accomplish your goals. Resources - These might include such things as: buses to take people downtown for a river cleanup; garbage bags, shovels, protective gloves, and masks for the volunteers; pizza, sodas, and a salad to feed them at lunchtime. Think it through down to every last detail. Money - Create a budget and detail how much it's going to cost to execute your plan. Get other people involved. Ask around to find out who else is as excited to make a difference as you are. Try to form a core group of activists committed to carrying out the plan to improve your community. Everyone will have something to contribute, and together you'll be able to start getting things done. Even just telling other people about your goal and what you are doing to accomplish it can help you to achieve it. To find passionate volunteers and spread the word about what you're doing; share information via social media. Go public with your plan to make a difference, and tell people how they can get involved. Hold meetings to discuss how to put your plan into action. Some people prefer to help by donating money instead of their time. Don't be afraid to ask for donations or hold a fundraiser to make money you can put toward your cause. Commit to following through. Now that you have goals and an action plan for meeting those goals, it's time to get organized and put in the real time and effort it takes to create change. If you back out now, your community might never see the solution of your dreams. It's not going to be easy to make things better, but every bit of effort you put into your project will make a difference. Volunteer for a group that does work you admire. Every nonprofit or community organization in your area is probably in need of volunteers. Donating your time is an excellent way to have a positive effect on your community, and to strengthen your relationships with your fellow community members, too. Find a group doing work that interests you and give them a call; chances are, they'll have a list of ways you can start helping out right away. Just be aware that becoming a volunteer is a serious commitment. It costs organizations a lot of time and money to train volunteers, so make sure that you will be available and willing to help out on a long-term basis. Here are a few examples of volunteer opportunities available in most communities: Helping out at park, river or beach clean-up days Answering phones at phone-a-thons to raise money Playing with cats and dogs at the animal shelter Serving meals at the soup kitchen or homeless shelter Working at a crisis hotline Being a counselor at a camp for kids Attend community events. It's likely that other people and organizations in your community are also taking steps to help improve it. They probably hold festivals, cleanups and meetings in an effort to make the neighborhood a better place. How often do you show up to community events? Start going to as many as you can. Just showing up is a way to help people in your community because it lets them know that you care. When you feel comfortable enough, you can even start volunteering to help out at these events. For example, if someone you know is trying to hold a "Bike to Work or School Day" on Monday mornings, and you've got a bike, why not give it a try? Bring a friend along, too. Show people in your community that biking is fun. Participate in fundraising walks and runs. Many nonprofits hold community walks and runs to raise money. Paying the entry fee directly benefits the nonprofit, and participating in the event helps spread awareness about the cause. Go to concerts, festivals and other events put on by local businesses or organizations. If no one shows up to these types of events, they might stop happening altogether. Get civically active. A great way to help your community is to participate in community decision-making. Stay up to date on activities that impact your community, and form educated opinions on important matters. For example, if your city is deciding whether to cut down a few acres of forest to allow a supermarket to move in, read up on the subject and decide what you think. Would it be better to keep the forest there, or does your community really need a new supermarket? Having an informed perspective and making your voice heard can have an effect on what direction your community takes. Encourage others to engage as well because civic engagement is crucial for a healthy democracy. Voting is an important way to influence your community. Read up on the candidates and issues and vote in all local elections. Contact your representative about issues that matter to you. If you don't want that patch of forest to be cut down, or you think it a new supermarket could really help the community, call your representative or write a letter stating what you want to happen and why. Show up for community meetings at which decisions are being made. Take the opportunity to speak up about what matters to you. Would your community benefit from having more crosswalks on busier streets? Are there too many potholes on your block? Do you have an opinion on how the city should handle increasing levels of crime? Say so. Beautify your public spaces. If you look around and see trash in the street and graffiti on the windows in your neighborhood, you know where to start helping out. Making the spaces in your community feel brighter and cleaner will bring people out and result in better quality of life for everyone. The work you do will depend on the specific needs in your community. You can help to make your neighborhood more beautiful right away by picking up trash on your own. When you walk down the street, pick up trash you see and throw it away or recycle it. If there's too much for you to tackle on your own, get some friends involved to help you. Scrape off or paint over graffiti to freshen up buildings and fences. If you're good at painting, you could eve create a mural on a public wall for everyone to see. You might have to get permission from the building owner or city first. Do landscaping in areas that are overgrown with weeds. Mow them down or pull weeds by hand. Plant flowers or trees wherever you can. Adding more natural elements to urban spaces can help make them look and feel safe and inviting. Create a community garden, where everyone can have a plot on which to grow vegetables, herbs or flowers. Ask people to pitch in to help break ground and lend their tools for the project. Always make sure to check with the owner of a piece of property before you do anything to it. | Stop to help when and where you're needed. Support your local economy. Recycle and compost. and water. Be less reliant on your car. Meet people. Do some research to identify the needs of your community. Learn about organizations. Identify ways you would like to help. Choose a way to help out. Set some reachable goals. Outline a plan for getting things done. Get other people involved. Commit to following through. Volunteer for a group that does work you admire. Attend community events. Get civically active. Beautify your public spaces. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Type-on-a-PDF | How to Type on a PDF | To type on a PDF, first open the file you want to use in Adobe Reader. Once your file is open, go to the Tools menu and click on “Fill & Sign.” Next, click the Add icon in the top center of the screen before selecting the place in the document where you want to insert your text. When a dialogue box appears, type the text into the box you want to add, click outside of the box, and select Save from the File menu to save your changes. If you're working on a Mac and want to use Preview instead, select the Annotate option from the Tools menu. Click on text, which will cause a text box to appear, and drag it to the correct position. When you're ready to type in your text, click on the A icon to bring up a dialogue box, select text, and enter your text. | Open a PDF document in Adobe Reader. Do so by opening the red Adobe Reader app with the stylized, white A icon. Then click on File in the menu bar at the top of the screen, click on Open... , select the PDF document you want to type on and click on Open. If you don't already have Adobe Reader, it's available for free from get.adobe.com/reader and can be used with Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. Click on Tools. It's in the upper-left corner of the window. Click on Fill & Sign. It's a pencil icon in the upper-left part of the window. Click on the "Ab" icon in the top-middle of the window. Click on the place in the document where you want to add the text. A dialog box will open. Adjust the text size. Click on the small "A" to decrease the text size. Click on the larger "A" to increase the text size. Click on "Type text here" in the dialog box. Type the text you'd like to add to the PDF document. Click on the document outside the dialog box. Click on File in the menu bar and Save in the drop-down menu. Your text additions are now saved in the PDF document. Open a PDF document in Adobe Reader. Do so by opening the red Adobe Reader app with the stylized, white A icon. Then click on File in the menu bar at the top of the screen, click on Open... , select the PDF document you want to type on and click on Open. If you don't already have Adobe Reader, it's available for free from get.adobe.com/reader and can be used with Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. Click on Fill & Sign. It's a tab in the upper-right corner of the window. Click on Add Text. It's next to the T icon in the "Fill & Sign Tools" menu. If you don't see this option, click on the small triangle next to "Fill & Sign Tools" to expand the menu. Click on the place in the document where you want to add the text. A dialog box will open and cursor will appear where you clicked on the document. Select a font from the drop-down menu in the dialog box. Select a font size. Type the font size you want to use in the box to the right of the font name. Click on the "T" overlapped with a square to change the text color. Click on the document next to the blinking cursor. Type the text you'd like to add to the PDF document. Click on x. It's in the upper-left corner of the dialog box. Click on File in the menu bar and Save in the drop-down menu. Your text additions are now saved in the PDF document. Open a PDF document in the Preview app. Do so by double-clicking on the blue Preview icon that looks like overlapping snapshots, then clicking on File in the menu bar and Open... in the drop-down menu. Select a file in the dialog box and click on Open. Preview is Apple's native image viewer app that's automatically included with most versions of Mac OS. Click on Tools in the menu bar at the top of the screen. Click on Annotate. It's in the middle of the drop-down menu. Click on Text. It's in the middle of the drop-down menu. A text box with the word "Text" will appear in the middle of the document. Click on and drag the text to position it where you want it on the document. Click on A. It's on the right side of the toolbar just above the document. A dialog box will open. Click on the font drop-down to change fonts. Click on the colored-rectangle to change the color of the text. Click on the font-size to change the size of the text. Click on B to make the text bold, I to make the text italic, or U to underline the text. Use the buttons at the bottom of the dialog box to select an alignment for the text. Double click on the word "Text." Type the text you'd like to add to the PDF document. Click on File in the menu bar and Save in the drop-down menu. Your text additions are now saved in the PDF document. | Open a PDF document in Adobe Reader. Click on Tools. Click on Fill & Sign. Click on the "Ab" icon in the top-middle of the window. Click on the place in the document where you want to add the text. Adjust the text size. Click on "Type text here" in the dialog box. Type the text you'd like to add to the PDF document. Click on the document outside the dialog box. Click on File in the menu bar and Save in the drop-down menu. Open a PDF document in Adobe Reader. Click on Fill & Sign. Click on Add Text. Click on the place in the document where you want to add the text. Select a font from the drop-down menu in the dialog box. Select a font size. Click on the "T" overlapped with a square to change the text color. Click on the document next to the blinking cursor. Type the text you'd like to add to the PDF document. Click on x. Click on File in the menu bar and Save in the drop-down menu. Open a PDF document in the Preview app. Click on Tools in the menu bar at the top of the screen. Click on Annotate. Click on Text. Click on and drag the text to position it where you want it on the document. Click on A. Double click on the word "Text." Type the text you'd like to add to the PDF document. Click on File in the menu bar and Save in the drop-down menu. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Royal-Icing | How to Make Royal Icing | To make royal icing, first crack 1 egg and separate the white from the yolk. Pour the egg white into a large mixing bowl then add in 4 cups (500 grams) of powdered sugar. Add a few drops of food coloring if you want colored icing. Beat the sugar and egg white together with an electric mixer on low speed until they're fully combined, which should only take a minute or two. If you want thinner royal icing, beat in 1-2 drops of water or lemon juice at a time until it reaches the right consistency. | Gather your ingredients. Here's what you'll need to make about four cups of royal icing with egg whites: 3 cups (375 g) of confectioners' sugar, plus extra 2 egg whites 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of lemon juice Sift the powdered sugar into a bowl. Sifting is not necessary but will help keep your icing from getting lumpy. Separate the egg whites into a separate bowl. Crack an egg and then turn it crack-side up. As you gently open it, use half of the shell to catch the yolk. Allow white to drain by transferring yolk from one half of the shell to the other several times. Consider saving the yolk for homemade mayonnaise or Hollandaise sauce. Combine lemon juice and egg whites and mix briefly with a wire whisk. You don't have to whisk much or for long. Whisking for 20 seconds will help break up the egg whites and combine it with the lemon juice. In a stand mixer, combine the lemon juice and egg white mixture with the sugar, adding the sugar a little at a time. Start with 1 1/2 cups or 2 cups of sugar, and gradually add the rest while the mixer is on its medium setting. Mix until shiny and opaque, about 5 minutes. Hand mixers also do the trick just fine if you do not have a stand mixer. In a pinch, a little bit of old-fashioned hard work will work as well, although you'll be getting a considerable workout. For edible construction projects like gingerbread houses, a thicker, more peanut-buttery consistency will provide extra stability. For icing to be used as piping, mix the royal icing until soft peaks begin forming. Soft peaks are contoured without being firm; when you dip your whisk into the icing and turn it upside down, the peaks move back in on themselves. To make your own icing tube, simply put the icing in a Ziploc bag and snip off one of the bottom corners. Start by cutting off very little of the corner to keep your icing lines thinner and more manageable. You can always snip more away as you go. Continue mixing and adding sugar, 2 teaspoons at a time, for firmer peaks. If you want firm peaks for your icing, continue adding sugar a little bit at a time while the mixer is still beating. The additional sugar will create a stiffer icing. Adjust as necessary with sugar, water, or egg whites. You probably have a good idea of how you want your icing to turn out. However, sometimes, things don't happen according to plan. If you need to change the consistency of your icing — it's too stiff, for example — don't fret. Here's how you adjust the consistency of your icing: If your icing is too runny , add more sugar. A little bit at a time works best. If your icing is too stiff , add more egg white. Again, a little goes a long way. If you want to runny icing , add water, a couple drops at a time, to the icing. Whisk the icing and wait for the peaks to break up. Since this process causes air-bubbles to form, rest runny icing for up to 30 minutes before using to allow time for the air bubbles to dissipate. Use royal icing immediately or transfer to an airtight container. Royal icing hardens very quickly if not properly stored. For storage instructions, see How to Store Royal icing. Gather your ingredients. Here's what you'll need to make about 5 cups of royal icing with meringue powder: 4 cups (500 g) of confectioners' sugar 3 tablespoons (30 g) of meringue powder 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 mL) of extract (vanilla, lemon, almond) ⁄ 2 to ⁄ 4 cup (120 to 180 mL) of warm water Check the label on your meringue powder. Many meringue powder labels contain specific instructions on how to make royal icing using their product — with powders varying from one product to the next. Adjust the recipe keeping the manufacturer's suggestions on the label in mind. In a stand- or electric mixer, beat the sugar and meringue powder on low until fully combined. Add warm water and beat on medium or high until icing becomes glossy and peaks begin to form. This whole process takes anywhere from 5 to 7 minutes. Adjust with more powdered sugar or water as needed. When using royal icing as the glue with which to bind a gingerbread house, for example, you probably want stiffer peaks. In this case, add more sugar. When flooding a cookie, for example, you probably want a runnier icing. In this case, add more water. Icing is ready to be used in flooding a cookie when the icing runs off the surface of the beater tong when it's lifted from the mixer. Use royal icing immediately or transfer to an airtight container. Royal icing hardens quickly if not properly stored. Finished. Gather the ingredients. You'll need: 1 cup (125 g) of confectioners sugar 2 teaspoons (10 mL) of water or non-dairy milk 2 teaspoons (10 mL) of light corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon (1.2 mL) of vanilla extract Food coloring (optional) Add the confectioners sugar to a medium mixing bowl. Add the non-dairy milk or the water. Stir the ingredients together until a smooth paste forms. Pour in the corn syrup and vanilla extract. The icing will start to look glossy; it is now ready for use. If it seems too thick, add a little more corn syrup. If adding food coloring, remove even amounts from the bowl. Place the divided pieces in different bowls and add the food coloring according to the packaging instructions. Use the royal icing straight away. If not using it immediately, place under a clean, damp cloth to keep the moisture intact. | Gather your ingredients. Sift the powdered sugar into a bowl. Separate the egg whites into a separate bowl. Combine lemon juice and egg whites and mix briefly with a wire whisk. In a stand mixer, combine the lemon juice and egg white mixture with the sugar, adding the sugar a little at a time. For icing to be used as piping, mix the royal icing until soft peaks begin forming. Continue mixing and adding sugar, 2 teaspoons at a time, for firmer peaks. Adjust as necessary with sugar, water, or egg whites. Use royal icing immediately or transfer to an airtight container. Gather your ingredients. Check the label on your meringue powder. In a stand- or electric mixer, beat the sugar and meringue powder on low until fully combined. Add warm water and beat on medium or high until icing becomes glossy and peaks begin to form. Adjust with more powdered sugar or water as needed. Use royal icing immediately or transfer to an airtight container. Finished. Gather the ingredients. Add the confectioners sugar to a medium mixing bowl. Stir the ingredients together until a smooth paste forms. Pour in the corn syrup and vanilla extract. If adding food coloring, remove even amounts from the bowl. Use the royal icing straight away. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Turn-a-Crib-Into-a-Toddler-Bed | How to Turn a Crib Into a Toddler Bed | If your child's starting to outgrow their crib, you can turn it into a toddler bed in a couple of hours. One way is to remove one side of the crib with a screwdriver and attach a premade guardrail in its place. If the guardrail is about 2/3 of the bed's length, your child can get in and out of bed on their own while having a barrier to stop them rolling out. Alternatively, you can unscrew the crib's base and re-attach it higher up. Then, cut an opening in one of the sides and attach a small ladder in its place. That way, your child can easily climb up to their bed and have a rail to stop them from falling out. | Choose an appropriate guardrail. Unless your child's crib came with its own toddler bed rail, you'll need to purchase a separate rail. Toddler bed rails are lower and shorter than the sides of a crib. Your toddler should be able to get in and out of bed without assistance, but the rail should prevent your toddler from accidentally rolling out of bed in his or her sleep. Typically, your best option will be a universal toddler guardrail kit. The rail itself should fit most recently manufactured cribs, and the kit will also contain the metal brackets and screws you'll need to attach the rail. Remove one side of the crib. Use a manual or electric screwdriver to remove the screws holding one side of the crib in place. After removing the screws, you should be able to completely lift away the side. The exact set-up will vary depending on the crib manufacturer and model, but typically, there will be several screws located along the left and right posts of the crib side. In most cases, you'll only want to remove one side of the crib. If you choose to remove both sides, you'll need to install a toddler rail on either side or push one side of the bed against a wall. Note that this will only work for convertible style cribs. Stationary cribs do not have removable sides, so you won't be able to use this method of conversion. Remove the bedding. You'll need access to the bottom slats of the bed when installing the guardrail, so remove the bedding and mattress from the crib before you begin. Set the bedding aside. Since the dimensions of the bed won't change after you convert it, you should be able to use the same mattress and sheets. It'll be easiest to complete this step after you've already removed one side of the crib, but if you need to access the bottom slats to remove the side, remove the mattress and bedding first. Attach the brackets to the rail. Position one L-bracket along the inside of each rail post. Attach the brackets to the posts using screws and a screwdriver. Guardrail kits should come with the correct L-brackets and screws, but if you need to buy separate hardware, choose 2 inch (5 cm) or 3 inch (7.6 cm) corner brackets with four mounting holes and 1 inch (2.5 cm) long Phillips-head screws. You'll need to install one bracket one each of the two guardrail posts. Position the bracket so that the foot of the bracket lies flush with the bottom of the post. The vertical portion of the bracket should be aligned with the center of the post. Use two screws to secure the bracket to the post. Position the rail. Lift the guardrail and position it over the bare side of the bed. Hold the rail so that the end posts and attached brackets line up with two separate slats on the bottom of the bed. Try to leave approximately 9 inches (23 cm) of space in between the rail and the headboard. You should also leave another 9 inches (23 cm) of space in between the rail and the footboard. By leaving this much space on either side of the rail, you'll make it easier for your toddler to get in and out of bed. Fix the rail to the bed. While holding the rail steady, install two screws through the remaining holes of each bracket and into the corresponding slat rolls at the bottom of the bed. You must use two screws with each bracket. Try to keep the bracket positioned down the center of each corresponding slat for the greatest amount of security. Make sure that the screws are tight and able to hold the brackets firmly in place. When finished, try to wiggle the rail. The guardrail should not move. Make the bed. Once the guardrail is in place, return the mattress to the bed. Cover it with sheets, blankets, and pillows as needed. The toddler bed should now be ready to use. Note that if you need or want to install a second rail on the other side of the bed, you should do so by following the same steps used for the first rail. Install both rails before returning the mattress and bedding. Remove the bedding. Take the mattress, sheets, and any other bedding out of the crib before you begin. You'll need direct access to all sides of the crib, including the bottom, and the bedding will only get in the way. It's a good idea to set aside the mattress and bedding in a separate room. Sawdust and other particles may get into the bedding if you keep it nearby. Adjust the height. If you're able to adjust the height of the crib sides and base, do so now. The height you choose will be the final height of the toddler bed. To create a loft-style toddler bed, you should adjust the base and sides to their highest points. Note that you'll also need to create a ladder for your toddler to use if you opt for a loft-style bed. To create a standard toddler bed that won't require the use of a ladder, adjust the base and sides to their lowest points. Cut an opening in one of the sides. Use a saw to cut an opening into one of the long sides of the crib. Start at one end of the crib and remove roughly one-third of the total side length. If you can remove the side completely, it might be in your best interest to do so before you trim it down to size. Otherwise, you'll need to work carefully to avoid damaging the remainder of the crib. Trim the side so that the new edge lies flush with one of the remaining vertical slats. This slat will become the new side edge of the rail. If desired, you can also use a portion of the removed rail to finish off the new edge. Secure the rail back onto the side of the bed if you removed it while trimming it down. Make sure that the rail is sturdy and unable to wiggle around before continuing. Cut down the leftover wood. Use a saw to trim down the slats of the removed railing. The new length of these slats should roughly match the size of the opening you created in the side of the bed. Note that this is only necessary if you plan to create a ladder for a loft-style toddler bed. These newly trimmed slats will form the rungs or steps of the ladder. Make sure that the steps are large enough for your toddler to use. Each of the slats must also be equal in length. Use two separate pieces of wood for the ladder sides. Cut a length of sturdy wood into two equal pieces. These pieces will form the sides of the ladder. Use pallet wood or another type of sturdy wood for this. The wood should be at least 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) thick and 4 inches (10 cm) wide. The exact length will vary based on how high the bottom of the bed is. Measure the distance between the bottom of the bed and the floor, holding the measuring stick at a 45 degree angle so that it juts out and away from the side of the bed. Trim the bottom of each length on a slight angle. Doing so will allow the ladder sides to rest evenly on the floor. Cut notches into the side pieces. Use a router to cut notches into the sides and top of the ladder. You'll need to create two to three pairs of notches along both ladder sides. These notches should be the size and shape of the step pieces you cut earlier. Try to match the size as evenly as possible to keep the steps more secure. Cut a final pair of notches into the top of each side piece. These notches should allow the side pieces to fit over the bottom side of the bed. Fix the steps into both sides. Slide the step pieces into the notches positioned along the ladder sides. Hold the step pieces in place using wood glue. Test the steps once the glue dries. If they still don't seem secure, install nails or screws into each step from the outside to fix them to the ladder sides. When finished, the steps should not be able to wiggle around. Secure the ladder to the bed. Attach the top of the ladder to the bottom of the bed using wood glue and screws. Note that the ladder should be centered beneath the opening of the bed rail. Test the ladder after installing it. Make sure that it does not move around when you apply pressure. Attach an L-bracket to the edge of the rail. Screw a corner bracket over the edge of the guardrail. Secure one side of the bracket to a slat along the underside of the bed and the other side of the bracket to the outermost rail post. Opt for a 3 inch (7.6 cm) metal corner bracket with four nail holes. Use 1 inch (2.5 cm) Phillips-head screws in each of the four screw holes. Adding the corner bracket to the edge of the rail will make the rail more secure. Your toddler will likely grab onto this side of the rail when getting into bed, creating excess pressure on it, and the rail could collapse if it isn't properly strengthened. Return the bedding. Place the mattress back on the bed and cover it with the appropriate bedding. Your toddler should now be able to use his or her newly converted bed. If desired, you can also sand down the edges and give the bed a new coat of paint. Doing so is only necessary if the crib/bed is in bad shape after you finish making the alterations. | Choose an appropriate guardrail. Remove one side of the crib. Remove the bedding. Attach the brackets to the rail. Position the rail. Fix the rail to the bed. Make the bed. Remove the bedding. Adjust the height. Cut an opening in one of the sides. Cut down the leftover wood. Use two separate pieces of wood for the ladder sides. Cut notches into the side pieces. Fix the steps into both sides. Secure the ladder to the bed. Attach an L-bracket to the edge of the rail. Return the bedding. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Stay-Up-for-Multiple-Days-Straight | How to Stay Up for Multiple Days Straight | If your work has piled up and you need to stay up for multiple days in a row, you can stay energized and healthy by using a few simple tricks. To keep your body and mind energized, eat small, frequent meals. Avoid junk foods that can leave you feeling sluggish. Instead, aim to eat fresh fruits, vegetables, and lean protein. Also, move around to keep your brain stimulated. Even if you're working on a project, take periodic short breaks of about 10 minutes to walk around or do some pushups. Another way to stay awake and alert is to keep your lights on, which will trick your body into thinking it's daytime even at night. | Get 9-10 hours of sleep in the days beforehand to stock up on energy. If you know in advance that you'll need to go without sleep, try to get extra rest in the days leading up. Go to bed an hour or so earlier than usual and let yourself sleep in a bit. Aim for 9 or even 10 hours of sleep in these prep days. Getting lots of sleep beforehand ensures that you'll go into your days awake feeling rested and energetic. Avoid caffeine so you don’t build up a tolerance. You'll be taking in plenty of caffeine during your time awake. If you use too much in the days leading up to it, your body will get used to it and you'll need to have even more to feel the effects. Start cutting down your intake of coffee, caffeinated tea, soda, energy drinks, and other items containing caffeine by a little bit each day. Try drinking herbal teas, decaf coffee, or non-caffeinated soda to ease the transition. If you can't completely cut out caffeine before your time awake, try to consume a little less of it. Find things to keep you busy and energized during your time awake. You probably already have a good reason for staying up for multiple days, like a big project, but you could also look for other activities that can help fill the time. The more engaged your brain is, even with something like reading or watching television, the more likely you'll be to stay awake. Things like going for walks outside, listening to upbeat music, exercising, or playing video games can help you stay alert and awake when you're feeling sleepy. Stock up on healthy food and drink to keep your energy up. Regular food and drink can help keep you going during the day. Caffeinated drinks like coffee and tea will definitely help you stay up, but so can healthy foods, and eating enough will help you keep your energy going. Look for foods like: Fish, such as salmon Citrus fruits like oranges and tangerines Eggs Leafy greens like kale, chard, and watercress Beans Walnuts Tell friends what you’re doing so they can check in on you. Having a friend to talk and work with you can help you stay awake and motivated. If you'd rather be left alone, though, telling others that you're planning to stay up will let them know to stay away and let you work in peace. No matter what, you should ask your friends to check in on you periodically and make sure you're doing OK. Eat breakfast to start off strong and energized. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a reason, and eating a good one can get you off to a strong start on your quest to stay up for multiple days. Make sure your breakfast has healthy foods like protein, whole grains, and fruit. Sugary cereals and large amounts of caffeine will only lead to a quick crash. Bran cereals, citrus fruits, and eggs are great breakfast choices to keep up your energy up throughout a long day awake. Do your best to keep to a regular schedule, which includes breakfast in the morning for each of your days awake. This will help keep you on track for unavoidable regular parts of your day like going to work or class. Staying on schedule like this can also make it easier to get back to a regular schedule after finishing. Drink caffeine throughout the day to keep yourself going. You don't want to be mainlining espressos, but having regular caffeine breaks spaced throughout the day can keep you awake and alert. The recommended amount of caffeine for a single day is 400 milligrams, and one cup of coffee usually contains around 100 milligrams, so plan accordingly. You might want your first cup after you first wake up, but some movement or a quick shower should be enough to move past your natural grogginess. Wait for your first cup until the middle of the day, or early afternoon, when you'll probably experience your first slump. You may need to ramp up your intake as you get into the next few days. By the end, you could be at a dose every 2-3 hours (which will get you well over 400 milligrams per day pretty quickly). That's fine, but make sure your portions remain at 100-150 milligrams. This will prevent you from overdosing on the caffeine, and avoiding the crash by taking too much. This only works if you have a fairly normal caffeine intake in your daily life. If you are already consuming a lot of caffeine, the effects will be diminished, which will make it harder for you to use it to stay awake. Eat light meals to avoid getting sleepy. Big, heavy meals will make you sluggish and more likely to nod off. Instead, choose small portions of healthy foods like whole grains, lean protein, and vegetables to stay awake and energetic for several hours. Make sure to eat enough to keep yourself going without getting too full or sleepy. Try spacing a 3-5 light meals throughout the day and night, plus snack breaks with foods like nuts and fruit. Move around to keep your mind stimulated. Exercising and motion will help keep your brain moving and awake. Even if you're trying to finish an assignment for class or work, taking short breaks of about 10 minutes to get up and walk around will help keep you on track to stay up. If you're looking for something a little more intense than a short walk, some sit-ups or pushups at your desk should do the trick as well. This doesn't need to be a full workout, just some movement to get the blood going and your energy back up. At first, you'll want to exercise when you start to feel tired. As the days go by, try forcing yourself to take 10-minute workout breaks every half hour. Keep the lights on to stay alert. Your body is well tuned to respond to light, so keeping the lights on and your setting bright is a good way to trick your body into thinking it's daytime and you should be awake. Natural light is better, so keep curtains open during the day if you can, and maybe even go outside. If you have multiple lights, like a ceiling fixture and a desk lamp, turn them both on for extra brightness. Beat slumps with cold water or air. Your body won't function at full capacity all day long, and there will be moments where you'll be tempted to go to sleep. If you start to feel this coming on, jolt yourself out of it with caffeine, a blast of cool air from the window, or a splash of cold water to your face. The effect won't last forever, but it can help if you start to slip, and get you back into a good working groove. Even if you're not feeling overly fatigued, try to splash cold water on your face every 30 minutes or so to keep you alert. You can also take a cool shower. Your body will probably give you periods of higher energy around mid-morning (about 10:00 am) and early evening (6:00-7:00 pm). Save your most important tasks for these times. That way, if you start to feel slumps in the rest of your time awake, you'll be more willing to take a break for a shower or to make more coffee. Avoid doing activities that require intense concentration. During your time awake, you will experience periods called microsleep, which means you'll sleep, or “zone out,” for several seconds at a time. You might be able to operate during that time, but you should avoid activities that could put you or others in danger, such as driving or working machinery. You can't plan when this microsleep takes place, so avoid doing any potentially dangerous activities during your time awake. If you need to go anywhere, ask a friend to drive you or take public transportation or a taxi instead of driving. It may be inconvenient, but it's safer for you and those around you. Get more sleep than usual to start recovering. Once you made it all the way to the end of your days awake, your first priority will be to sleep. On your first day back to sleeping, you might not be able to control when you fall asleep. After that, though, try to get back on your regular sleep schedule as soon as you can, sleeping only at night with a 15-20 minute nap or two during the day if you start to feel groggy. Let yourself sleep for as long as you need to as you recover, which might be up to 10-11 hours per night. While there will definitely be some side effects to your having been awake for so long, several days of regular sleep will get you back to normal. Start to lessen your caffeine intake to normalize your sleep schedule. Binging on caffeine to stay awake through the day will only set you up for a crash, and ruin your regular schedule. Start to cut back on your caffeine consumption slowly, lowering it by 1 cup of coffee or tea every day or every few days. If you start to experience caffeine withdrawal symptoms, like headaches, drowsiness, or muscle aches, try drinking water or herbal tea, taking pain relief medicines, or getting up for a bit of exercise. Continue eating lean proteins and natural foods to avoid crashes. You tend to crave junk food when you're sleep-deprived, but eating lots of refined carbs and sugars will only lead to a crash and make it harder to recover from your time awake. Instead, continue to eat lean proteins and foods with natural sugars to keep you energized without making you jittery or sleepy. Go for foods like: Lean proteins, like fish and chicken Fresh fruit Nuts Drink lots of water to avoid extra fatigue. Dehydration can make you feel even more tired, and after multiple days consuming lots of caffeine, you'll need a good amount of water to bring your energy back up. Try to drink about 15.5 cups (3.7 L) of water if you're a man, or 11.5 cups (2.7 L) if you're a woman. You can also go for soothing drinks like herbal tea, which isn't caffeinated and can help perk you up. Keep your next few days clear so you have time to recover. While you may not be able to avoid doing other work, it's best to take it as easy as you can in the days after your time awake. You'll be groggy and not at your full capacity, so try to avoid doing important activities if you can. Ask a supervisor or teacher if you can have deadline extensions if necessary, or even take 1-2 sick days so you can fully recover. | Get 9-10 hours of sleep in the days beforehand to stock up on energy. Avoid caffeine so you don’t build up a tolerance. Find things to keep you busy and energized during your time awake. Stock up on healthy food and drink to keep your energy up. Tell friends what you’re doing so they can check in on you. Eat breakfast to start off strong and energized. Drink caffeine throughout the day to keep yourself going. Eat light meals to avoid getting sleepy. Move around to keep your mind stimulated. Keep the lights on to stay alert. Beat slumps with cold water or air. Avoid doing activities that require intense concentration. Get more sleep than usual to start recovering. Start to lessen your caffeine intake to normalize your sleep schedule. Continue eating lean proteins and natural foods to avoid crashes. Drink lots of water to avoid extra fatigue. Keep your next few days clear so you have time to recover. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Keep-Both-Dogs-Safe-While-Mating-Them | How to Keep Both Dogs Safe While Mating Them | If you're thinking about mating 2 dogs, make sure they're both between 2 and 5 years old to ensure their health and safety. You'll also want to make sure the dogs are healthy and up to date on all of their vaccines and are free of parasites since these issues can complicate a pregnancy. Additionally, groom both dogs prior to mating to reduce the risk of infection. Tracking at least 2 of your dam's heat cycles, which are approximately 3 weeks long and happen twice a year, is also important so you know the ideal time to mate your dogs. | Make sure both dogs are the right age. Before mating your dogs, it is important to wait until both dogs have reached maturity. In fact, although most dogs become mature during the first year and a half of life, waiting until both dogs are at least 2 years old can further ensure their health and safety. This is especially true for dams (female dogs), who should not be bred until at least their third heat cycle. Additionally, you should ensure that neither dog is too old for breeding. Large dog breeds are considered mature at 18-24 months. Medium-sized breeds are considered mature at 15-18 months. Small dog breeds are considered mature at 12-18 months. Studs (male dogs) can continue breeding until they are roughly 10 years of age. Dams should no longer breed once they reach 5. Ensure the overall health of your dam. It is particularly crucial for you make sure that your dam is healthy enough to withstand mating, pregnancy, and birth. At least one month before mating, your dam should have a “pre-breeding” evaluation by a vet. All of her vaccinations should be current and she should be free of parasites. Your dam must be the correct weight for her age and height. Additionally, your vet can screen for any other health problems that may complicate a pregnancy. Ensure the overall health of your stud. Although it is not quite as crucial, it is also a great idea to have your stud evaluated by a vet. Your vet can check for any anatomical defects, signs of low sperm, and/or infection of the reproductive organs, which could make it difficult or dangerous to breed. Your vet can also determine the overall health of your stud and confirm that he is up to the task. Groom both dogs. Immediately prior to mating, both dogs should be thoroughly bathed. In particular, their genitals should be clean (which reduces risk of infection) and any excess fur should be trimmed (which enables proper entry). Fur around your stud's sheath and penis should be trimmed away. Fur around your dam's vulva should be trimmed. Track your dam’s heat cycle. The number one factor is facilitating a safe and successful mating session, it to select the proper time. In order to do this, you must understand your dam's heat cycle. Your dam should go into heat roughly every 6 months, beginning around one year old. Look for signs of heat in your dam, and take detailed notes. You should watch and track her behavior for at least two heat cycles before you consider breeding. During the first 1-7 days, your dam will exhibit a swollen vulva and some bleeding. Male dogs may pay more attention to her, but she will not accept a mate. During the next 7 days, her bleeding will slow and she will be willing to accept mates. During the last days of her heat cycle, she will no longer accept mates. This cycle usually last 21 days, but it can be shorter for some dogs. Choose the right time. Once you have an understanding of your dam's cycle, you should be able to predict both when she will be in heat, as well as which days will be best for mating. In general, the ninth or tenth day of your dam's heat cycle is considered the best time to breed. To maximize the possibility of conception, you may want to mate the dogs several times between seventh and fourteenth days of her cycle. To ensure the dog's health and safety, they should only mate once per day. Create a calm space. When it is time to mate your dogs, you must essentially place them together in an enclosed space and wait patiently. This will be safest and most effective if the space is comfortable and calm. Loud noises, people coming in or out, and other distractions may scare the dogs and interfere with their mating. Place the dogs someplace quiet, where they are not likely to be disturbed. The mating process can take several hours. Ensure that the space can remain calm and quiet for that length. Stay present. Rather than leaving the dogs alone, you must stay present to ensure their safety. Simply sit back, be patient, and allow the dogs to do their thing, but be prepared to calm them down if they should become nervous or agitated. If you have never done this before, you may choose to have a professional breeder present. If the dogs begin to fight, you may need to intervene. You can usually end a dog altercation by making a loud noise, or spraying them with water. If you must physically separate them, try yanking at their tails or hind legs. Do this carefully and only if absolutely necessary. If your dog simply needs to be calmed down, you can try petting them, brushing their fur, and praising them. Help with positioning. In general, you should not interfere with the mating process. However, there is one exception. If the dam has permitted the stud to examine her and mount her, but one or both animals is struggling with positioning, you may step in to assist. Simply help to position the stud so that he is balanced on her backside and lined up for insertion. Learn about the “breeding tie. ” When canines mate, the male's penis swells while the female's vulva contracts. This results in the animals being “tied” together in what is known as “breeding tie” or “copulatory tie.” This is a natural part of the mating process that should not be interfered with. The animals will remain locked together for anywhere from two minutes to one hour, but the average time is closer to 20 minutes. Do not attempt to separate! Is it very important that you do not try to separate the dogs! Do not try to use ice to reduce swelling, or attempt to pry to dogs apart. This can be dangerous to both dogs, but especially your stud. Pulling them apart can cause severe injuries to your stud's penis making it difficult for him to mate again. Keep the dogs calm. In most cases, the stud will stand calmly. The dam, however, is prone panicking and trying to get away. This can injure your stud (especially if the dam is larger), so you must get down on the floor and pet your dam and keep her calm. You know your dog best! You can pet her, brush her, offer her praise, and/or do any action or activity known to keep your dam at ease. After an average of 20 minutes (possibly up to one hour), the dogs will separate naturally. | Make sure both dogs are the right age. Ensure the overall health of your dam. Ensure the overall health of your stud. Groom both dogs. Track your dam’s heat cycle. Choose the right time. Create a calm space. Stay present. Help with positioning. Learn about the “breeding tie. Do not attempt to separate! Keep the dogs calm. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Core-a-Cabbage | How to Core a Cabbage | To core a cabbage quickly and easily, use a sharp knife to first cut off the head of the cabbage. Then, slice the cabbage in half lengthwise, cutting down through the core. Next, cut the two halves lengthwise again so that the head is quartered. Once the cabbage is in 4 pieces, cut a triangular piece out of the bottom of each wedge, removing the core. Prepare your cabbage as you'd like and enjoy! | Know which types of cabbage to use this method with. This method should be used with round heads of cabbage, the most common being green cabbage, red (or purple) cabbage, and savoy cabbage. Note that there are some similarities between this method and the standard method used for cutting long cabbages, but there are a few small difference, as well. Cut off the stem of the cabbage head. Use a sharp kitchen knife to trim off any portion of the stem that extends below the bottom of the cabbage head. If you are using a wooden or plastic cutting board, stabilize it by placing a dry dish towel underneath. This prevents the board from slipping around as you cut the cabbage. It is not usually necessary if you have a non-slip cutting mat, though. Slice the cabbage in half lengthwise. Cut the cabbage in half from top to bottom, slicing it straight through the stem or core end. Hold the cabbage steady with your non-dominant hand and cut with your dominant hand. Cut carefully so that you do not accidentally slip and cut yourself while working with the cabbage. Make another lengthwise cut in each half. Turn each half so that it sits cut-side down. Cut each half in half again, cutting through the core once more, essentially dividing the head into quarters. Since the cut-side is flat, it will be easier to hold the cabbage still with that side facing the surface. Once you cut the cabbage into quarters, though, the quarters will need to be flipped over so that the cut-sides face up, thereby exposing the core. Cut a triangular piece out of the bottom of each wedge. With the cut sides facing up, you should be able to see the core at this time. Make an angled cut on either side of the core to remove it from each quarter. At this point, you should also peel off any tough or wilted outer leaves. This is also the point in time at which you should rinse the cabbage under cool, running water. Prepare the remaining cabbage as desired. From this point on, the cabbage can be shredded, cut into smaller wedges, separated into layers, or used in a variety of other ways for a wide range of hot and cold recipes. Know which types of cabbage to use this method with. This method should be used with long, narrow heads of cabbage. The most common type would be napa cabbage. Note that there are some similarities between this method and the standard method used for cutting round cabbages, but there are a few small difference, as well. Cut the cabbage in half lengthwise. Use a sharp knife to cut the cabbage head from top to bottom, cutting straight through the core end. You will end up cutting the core and stem in half during this step. Note that you do not need to trim the stem before cutting the cabbage in half. Hold the cabbage steady with your non-dominant hand and cut with your dominant hand. Cut carefully so that you do not accidentally slip and cut yourself while working with the cabbage. Stabilize the cutting board by placing a dry dish towel underneath. This may not be necessary if you have a non-slip cutting mat, however. Slice out the core. Keep the cut sides facing up. The core should be fairly easy to spot. Make an angled slice around each side of the core. Cut straight through to the bottom so that you can lift the core out afterward. At this point, you should also peel off any wilted outer leaves. Rinse the cabbage under cool, running water to clean it, as well. Use the remaining cabbage as desired. From this point on, the cabbage can be shredded, cut into smaller wedges, separated into layers, or used in a variety of other ways for a wide range of hot and cold recipes. Know what types of cabbage to use this method with. This method should be used with round cabbage varieties, including savoy cabbage, green cabbage, and red (purple) cabbage. You could try this method with a long cabbage variety, like napa cabbage, but you may not have much success. Long varieties of cabbage tend to have looser leaves, and you may lose too many of the inner leaves while trying to remove the core via boiling, as called for in this method. Boil a large stockpot of water. Fill a stockpot 2/3 full with water. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat on the stove. If you want to help add flavor to the cabbage, you can add up to 1 Tbsp (15 ml) of salt to the water after it reaches a boil. Remove any damaged leaves. Peel off any torn, damaged, or wilting leaves before proceeding to core the head of cabbage. Most of the outer leaves will drop off once you dunk the cabbage in the boiling water. Since the good leaves can be preserved, however, it is still advisable that you separate the bad leaves ahead of time. Trim the stem. Use a sharp kitchen knife to trim off any portion of the stem that extends below the bottom of the cabbage head. Hold the cabbage steady with your non-dominant hand and cut with your dominant hand. Stick a fork into the core. Apply firm pressure so that you can shove the prongs of a metal fork as deep into the center of the core as possible. Ideally, the fork will be inserted so far that the individual prongs will be just barely visible from the outside of the cabbage. A good portion of the fork needs to be stuck inside. To test whether or not enough has been inserted, try lifting the cabbage with nothing but the fork. If it does not drop off or show signs of doing so, you have inserted enough of the fork into the core. Cut around the core. Use a smooth knife to cut a circular incision around the core of the cabbage head. Hold the fork with your non-dominant hand and cut with your dominant hand. Cut carefully, especially as you turn the knife toward the hand holding the fork. Being careful can help prevent you from accidentally cutting yourself while working with the cabbage. If you want to skip the boiling part altogether, try cutting into the core at an angled circle, with the knife tip facing inward toward the center of the cabbage. If you plan to follow through with the boiling steps, however, cut a vertically straight circle all the way around the core. Dunk the cabbage into the boiling water. If you were unable to remove the core, dip the head of cabbage into the boiling water and let it cook for a few minutes, just until it begins to soften. Work carefully to avoid burning yourself with the boiling water or the hot steam. After about 5 minutes, the outer leaves should start falling off. This is when you can remove the cabbage from the boiling water. Cut into the core at an angle. Use a narrow, smooth knife to cut into the circular incision, this time going in at an angle. The core should be easier to remove at this point now that it has been softened. The tip of the knife should point toward the center of the cabbage as you work around the core. Use the remaining cabbage as desired. Since this method is a little more involved and more difficult than the standard method, it is generally only used for recipes that require a whole head of cabbage, such as stuffed whole cabbage. This method is also ideal when you want to cook the core whole, since the other methods require you to cut the core into sections before removing it. | Know which types of cabbage to use this method with. Cut off the stem of the cabbage head. Slice the cabbage in half lengthwise. Make another lengthwise cut in each half. Cut a triangular piece out of the bottom of each wedge. Prepare the remaining cabbage as desired. Know which types of cabbage to use this method with. Cut the cabbage in half lengthwise. Slice out the core. Use the remaining cabbage as desired. Know what types of cabbage to use this method with. Boil a large stockpot of water. Remove any damaged leaves. Trim the stem. Stick a fork into the core. Cut around the core. Dunk the cabbage into the boiling water. Cut into the core at an angle. Use the remaining cabbage as desired. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Grill-Tilapia | How to Grill Tilapia | To grill tilapia, start by oiling and seasoning your fish with salt and pepper or lemon and garlic. Once your fish is seasoned, spray the grill cooking surface with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the fish from sticking. Then, preheat the grill to medium heat and place the fillets on the grill for 3-5 minutes, flip the fish gently, and grill for another 3-5 minutes. You can see if the fish is done by sliding a butter knife in the thickest part of the fish to make sure the meat is opaque before serving. | Select the tilapia from your local butcher or grocery store. For optimal grilling, each filet should be at least 1 inch (2.54 cm) thick. Look for fillets that have brightly colored skin, clear eyes, clean gills, and very little "fishy" odor. If you are purchasing filet, make sure there is no excess water in the packaging. Press against the flesh of the filet--it should be firm and spring back quickly. When selecting tilapia filets, the easiest indicator of freshness is the smell. Most seafood has a scent that should remind you of the sea. There is a difference between the sea smell that is fresh and fishy, and the bad fish smell that is musky and overly-fishy. Avoid the latter. If fresh tilapia is unavailable in your area, frozen filets will work fine. Frozen tilapia should also be odorless and packaged in a moisture-proof container. If the filets show any white or dark spotting, they were not packaged properly and should be avoided. The same is true for dry or icy spots. Refrigerate the fish in a tightly wrapped package immediately after purchase. Only refrigerate your tilapia if you are using them in the next one to two days. If you must wait longer, the filets should be frozen at a temperature of 0 degrees Fahrenheit (-18 degrees Celsius). If you choose to freeze your tilapia, or buy pre-frozen fish, make sure to thaw your tilapia filets in a refrigerator for a minimum of 24 hours before grilling. Doing this will promote a fresher taste and texture. Unwrap and thoroughly clean the tilapia. Wash the fish in in cold water. Using warm or hot water could promote bacterial growth and make you sick. Pat the fish dry with a clean paper towel before seasoning. Oil and season your fish. Apply a light amount of olive oil on both sides of each filet just before cooking. Season the filets according to the recipe of your choice. For a fresh, healthy way to eat tilapia, apply olive oil and then sprinkle the fish with salt and pepper. Other common seasoning combinations for tilapia include: Lemon and garlic: Mix lemon juice with melted butter or olive oil. Add fresh or powdered garlic to the mixture, along with salt and pepper (season to taste.) Apply the mixture to both sides of the fish. Soy sauce and Chinese five-spice powder: Dust both sides of the fish with the five-spice powder. In a separate bowl, combine equal amounts of soy sauce and brown sugar. Marinate the fish in the mixture. Cumin, garlic, and lime: Blend cumin, garlic, and lime in a bowl. If you want to add a zing to your fish, add some chili powder. Spray the grill cooking surface with nonstick cooking spray. Doing this will prevent the fish from sticking and crumbling during the cooking process. Preheat your grill to medium heat before cooking. If you are unsure of how to reach medium heat on your specific grill, err on the side of less heat than more, since you do not want to char the fish. Place the filets on the grill. Cook the first side of the fish for approximately 3 to 5 minutes. For grilling, medium or conservative heat is the best option throughout the grilling process. You never want flames from the grill to actually touch the fish filets, as this will burn the tender meat. Use your meat spatula to turn over the filet. Slide the spatula underneath the fish gently, as to not tear the flesh, lift it up and set it back down on the other side. Cook the fish for another 3 to 5 minutes. During the grilling process, flipping the tilapia frequently will cause the tender meat to fall apart. To properly cook the filet, turn it over just once. Check the filets to make sure they are cooked thoroughly. You will know they are done when the meat turns opaque and white. Its juices should run clear. To check to see if it is cooked all the way through without leaving a big cut in your fish, slide a butter knife into the thickest part of the fish. The meat should be opaque. Finished. Wrap your cooked tilapia. You can either use heavy-duty aluminium foil, plastic wrap, or freezer wrap. Do not use plastic wrap if you are planning on freezing your fish. You can also store your tilapia in a covered, airtight container. Place your wrapped tilapia in a sealable plastic bag. Try to squeeze as much air out of the bag as possible. If you are planning on freezing your fish, use a sealable freezer bag. Store your tilapia. If you are storing your fish the the fridge, you should only leave it in there for three to four days. If you are storing your fish in the freezer, you can keep it frozen for two to three months without losing quality. | Select the tilapia from your local butcher or grocery store. Refrigerate the fish in a tightly wrapped package immediately after purchase. Unwrap and thoroughly clean the tilapia. Oil and season your fish. Spray the grill cooking surface with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat your grill to medium heat before cooking. Place the filets on the grill. Use your meat spatula to turn over the filet. Check the filets to make sure they are cooked thoroughly. Finished. Wrap your cooked tilapia. Place your wrapped tilapia in a sealable plastic bag. Store your tilapia. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Enjoy-the-Last-Month-of-Pregnancy | How to Enjoy the Last Month of Pregnancy | To enjoy the last month of pregnancy, try your best to rest and relax as much as possible, and remind yourself that you've come so far and soon your new baby will be here. Take time to do things that you might be too busy to do once the baby arrives, like going to the movies, reading, taking long nature walks, and enjoying long baths. If you're experiencing a lot of pain and discomfort, try doing some prenatal yoga to relieve tension in your body, and soak your feet in water and Epsom salts every night to reduce swelling. Additionally, consider journaling during your last month of pregnancy so you can look back and remember the details of how you're feeling now. | Find solace and take time to celebrate yourself. Escape for a few moments to the corner coffee shop and indulge in a hot chocolate or tea. Sit on the beach with your favorite book. Grab your iPod or an audiobook and go for a long nature walk. In the evening, take a candle lit bath. Feel free to treat yourself to something that makes you feel good, and is good for baby. Do things you might not be able to do for a while once your baby comes. For example, a trip to the movies won't be possible without a babysitter, so take advantage of this time. Rest as much as possible. The last month of pregnancy is often taxing: emotionally, mentally and physically. Take time to sit in a peaceful place and relax, releasing your concerns and focusing on the positives. When you can, close your eyes and give your body the much needed sleep it is craving at this time. Pamper yourself with a prenatal massage at the spa. Many spas have packages specifically designed for expecting mothers. Pregnancy can cause major stress on the mind and body, and the better your body feels, the better your mindset and overall well-being. Make sure you choose a reputable spa that is properly licensed and with certified staff members. Find a book that you're excited to read. If you have trouble sleeping, you may enjoy picking up a good book to help you unwind. This is the perfect time to dive into a great book because once baby arrives, you may not get a chance to read. Cherish every roll, turn, and kick your baby gives you. No matter how uncomfortable or painful it may be, it only lasts for a short time. Remind yourself that most of your pregnancy is behind you now, and soon you'll have a new baby in your arms, and life will never be quite the same. Allow others to help out and take care of you. Being pregnant doesn't mean you are disabled or can't take care of yourself, but you can still allow others to dote on you. Skip heavy, strenuous house chores or complicated dinners. Let your family and friends make you dinner, clean your house, or do your laundry. Pretty soon, you will be taking care of not only you, but another person around the clock, and it may be more difficult to get these things done. Relieve aching feet with Epsom salts. Soaking your feet before bed every night with Epsom salt will help reduce swelling in your feet and ankles that may be causing you discomfort. Also, keep your feet elevated as much as possible to keep your blood flowing healthily. Go for a swim. Swimming helps ease back aches or swelling feet. Staying active with light exercise will also help prepare you for labor and help you feel strong and empowered. Try treading water for a few minutes or leisurely swim a few laps. Exercise produces endorphins, which can make you feel happy. Walking is another enjoyable and safe way to keep your heart rate pumping during pregnancy. Find nighttime comfort. Getting comfortable during pregnancy can be a real challenge, especially when trying to get a good night's sleep. If you are having a hard time sleeping at night because you can't get comfortable, try a full body pillow or a "pregnancy pillow." They can help support your knees and belly when you lay on your side, allowing for a better night's rest. If you get hot flashes at night, wrap a wet hand towel around your neck to keep you cool. Do prenatal yoga. This is a great way to keep your body limber. It may also aid in childbirth, as some positions open the pelvic region, making it easier for you to open your birth canal. You can practice yoga at home or at a yoga studio. Just be sure you check with your doctor to make sure it is okay. Get 3D or 4D pictures of your baby inside your womb. You can schedule an appointment to get a special ultrasound of your baby at a clinic that specializes in 3d and 4D ultrasounds. This can give you a glance at what your baby looks like, and how your baby is spending time in the womb. Taking this sneak peak at your baby may help relieve your anxiety as you wait for the big day. You can ask your doctor for a local reference to a clinic that specializes in these types of ultrasounds. Create a belly cast. Buy a body casting kit and apply a special paste to your belly to make a keepsake mold of your pregnant belly. It is a beautiful way to commemorate the final month, and growth, of your pregnancy. You can purchase a belly cast kit at most baby supply stores or online. Hire a professional photographer. Document your bump with beautiful pictures. You can take them on your own or with your family. You may not care about photos of your baby bump now, but you will appreciate them later on when you are no longer pregnant. These pictures may also be fun to incorporate into your birth announcements. Write in a journal. Document your hopes and feelings at this stage of pregnancy. Eventually, you will forget the details of what you were feeling during this time. Later, when the baby arrives and things are much more hectic, you'll be glad you that recorded how you felt. Write some letters to your baby as you anticipate the arrival. You can talk about how excited you are to meet your new bundle of joy. You can share these letters with your child in the future. Keep making plans. It is good for your physical and mental health to keep busy with things that do not cause you stress. Make plans with your friends and family, but not any that can't be broken. Ask them to go on walks with you, or go grab some lunch. These are things that you may not have time for once your baby arrives. Invite friends over for a movie night. If you are too tired to leave your couch, ask your friends to come camp out with you and watch a movie and order takeout. This is a great way to spend time with people and not have to strain your body. Spend time with your significant other. Use this time to invest in your relationship before a time that may cause stress, or at a minimum will cause a great change in your life. You and your partner can go for a picnic, go to dinner, or rent a hotel room for a night. It is important to show each other attention now, before your attention will shift to your new baby. Enjoy time with your children. If you already have children, appreciate the dynamic and relationship you have with them before your new addition comes. Help prepare them by talking about the new change that is coming, and telling them how much you love them. Get any and all errands out of the way. Have the oil changed on the car, get your hair done. Shop for those baby items you have not yet purchased. Take care of any cleaning and organizing you have been putting off. Consider hiring a cleaning service to come and do a deep cleaning of your home so that you do not have to overextend yourself. Prepare not only for the actual birth, but for the weeks after. Even though you feel uncomfortable now, there are many things that will be much harder to do once the baby is here. Either cook meals to be put in the freezer, or ask friends if they might be willing to help prepare food. The more prepared you are, the more you will feel free to relax. Maybe even try to get ahead on the bills so you do not have anything on your mind except that sweet baby! Take advantage of doctor's visits. During you last month of pregnancy, you will find yourself at your doctor's office once a week or more. Use this time with the doctor to make sure all your questions are answered and that you feel prepared for the birth. Ask your doctor questions about going into labor and when you should go to the hospital after contractions start. Finish getting the nursery ready. Once your baby comes, it will be difficult to tie up any loose ends in the nursery. Make sure diapers and wipes are in an accessible place and have the crib assembled. Prepare your nursery as if you had the baby at home today. Pack your hospital bag. When the time for baby finally comes, you will want everything you're bringing to the hospital ready to go. Pack an outfit and blanket for the new baby to wear home. Put some comfortable clothes in there for yourself along with toiletries like lotion, shampoo, and a toothbrush. Consider a soft headband to keep your hair out of your face during labor. Make sure you know how to install the car seat properly. It is a smart decision to install the car seat before your due date so you don't have to worry about it when you're trying to bring baby home. If you are in doubt about proper installation, you can go to your nearest fire station or hospital and someone should be able to assist you. | Find solace and take time to celebrate yourself. Rest as much as possible. Pamper yourself with a prenatal massage at the spa. Find a book that you're excited to read. Cherish every roll, turn, and kick your baby gives you. Allow others to help out and take care of you. Relieve aching feet with Epsom salts. Go for a swim. Find nighttime comfort. Do prenatal yoga. Get 3D or 4D pictures of your baby inside your womb. Create a belly cast. Hire a professional photographer. Write in a journal. Keep making plans. Spend time with your significant other. Enjoy time with your children. Get any and all errands out of the way. Prepare not only for the actual birth, but for the weeks after. Take advantage of doctor's visits. Finish getting the nursery ready. Pack your hospital bag. Make sure you know how to install the car seat properly. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Naughty | How to Be Naughty | If your relationship feels a little flat or you want to try something new, master the art of being naughty. Try taking control in the bedroom, telling your partner exactly what to do and what you like. Letting them know that you're aroused can also be a big turn on. Another way to be naughty is to move sex out of the bedroom. Surprise your partner in the shower or get really brave and try teasing them in a public place by slipping them your underwear or telling them what you want to do when you get home. Role-playing is another great way to spice things up, so try being a naughty schoolgirl or an eager cop. | Stop apologizing. The most important thing to be convincingly naughty with your significant other is to be confident and comfortable with yourself. The first step to being more confident and comfortable is to stop apologizing to everyone. Stop apologizing for not being sexier, stop apologizing for gaining weight, stop apologizing for wanting to have sex. You have desires and needs and feelings, and they are valid. Stop trying to look like a movie star. You don't need to look like a movie star or a porn star to be worthy of your partner or for them to think you're sexy. They chose you. They're with you. They think you're sexy. Besides, sexy is mostly about how you act, not how you look. Celebrate your positives. Find the best things about yourself (your attitude, your best feature) and celebrate that thing. Whether it's you pert little butt or your great....tracks of land, it's all good! You have to know what you can build on, while also giving yourself a sort of grounding point to help you remember that you are, in fact, a total fox. Embrace your sexual side. You are a sexual creature. That is normal and, really, a great thing. If you're spending a bunch of time being too embarrassed about sex to really enjoy it, then you're not going to be very good at this naughty thing. Be sexual. Be okay with being sexual. This is very important. Figure out what gives you pleasure. Comfortable with that sexual side now? Good. Now experiment, either solo or with a partner, and explore your body. Figure out what really brings you pleasure. Find your "on" button. You'd think that being naughty is all about pleasuring your partner , but it's also about telling your partner (in a very naughty manner) exactly how to pleasure you. Add to your wardrobe. Ditch those granny panties and that old stretched out shirt and start by making your wardrobe sexier, from the ground up. Sexier underwear, sexier everyday clothes, maybe even a sexy date outfit. You've got to get the look if you really want to make it convincing for your partner. Change up your hair or makeup. Get a sexier haircut or (if you're a lady-type person) try some sexier makeup looks. Any hair stylist should be able to help you on the hair front and Youtube is awash with great makeup tutorials. Do some creative shaving. You can shave or wax off all your downstairs hair, or you can get really creative and trim it into a heart shape. This will give your partner a fun little surprise and show that you have sex on your mind. Practice some staging. Take advantage of your clothing an environment to show your significant other exactly what you have in mind. You can try cooking in the nude, and time it so that your partner comes home to that pleasant sight, or you can go full rose-petals-and-candles in the bedroom. There are lots of ways to go about it, so get creative. Work out. No, we don't mean work out to get thinner and more traditionally sexy. Tradition is boring. You should work out because studies have shown that physical exertion increases sexual pleasure and appetite. Try going for a light jog before your partner comes home. Take control. Take control in the bedroom. Be bossy. Tell your partner what to do. This is very sexy, even if it seems bad at first. Well, that it seems bad is kind of the point, really. This is also healthy for you because it will help you develop a more satisfying, equal sex life. Learn to tease. Go slow. Draw things out. Don't go straight for the obvious organ. Explore erogenous zones like ears, backs of the knee, and the inner thigh. Try not even touching your partner. Get them to the point where they're begging you to give them release. Then tease just a few seconds longer before giving in. You can tease in everyday situations too, not just in the bedroom. For example, if you're a girl, slip your significant other your panties while you're out in public. Make a restroom run and then discreetly slip them into your partner's pocket. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/e\/e4\/Be-Naughty-Step-12Bullet1.jpg\/v4-460px-Be-Naughty-Step-12Bullet1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/e\/e4\/Be-Naughty-Step-12Bullet1.jpg\/aid895603-v4-728px-Be-Naughty-Step-12Bullet1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Talk dirty. Try talking dirty. Put on your sexiest voice and start getting very good with adjectives and verbs. Telling your partner where and what you'd like them to do, or even telling them that you are super aroused can be an incredible turn-on. Move outside the bedroom. Sex doesn't just have to happen in the bedroom. Breaking from the norm and taking it outside of the bed can add a real naughtiness factor. You can surprise your partner in the shower, turn a nighttime movie on the couch into something a bit more, or even get really brave and try things in public places, like on amusement park rides or in theaters. Role play a little. Role playing is a classic way to spice up a relationship and choosing the right role can really add a naughty factor. Girls can go for the naughty schoolgirl or secretary thing, while guys could try the eager cop or doctor. Set a record for yourselves. Another trick to try would be breaking your own record for how many times you've gone at it in a day or how many places you did it in. Keep track (you can even make yourself a scoreboard and prizes) and be vocal about your goal. Introduce toys. Adult toys are another good way to get a little naughty in your relationship. They aren't just for girls, either. There are lots of toys which increase pleasure for men. Surprise your partner with some presents! It wasn't even your birthday... Keep things fresh. The main goal is to always be keeping things fresh and not getting stuck in a rut. You will find that simply by prioritizing your sex life and keeping it interesting, the gimmicks like "naughty" become much less important. Ask first! You don't have to constantly be asking them how they're doing in the moment, but a good way to work up to naughty play is to ask them about their fantasies well in advance of trying anything new. Ask in a sexy voice for bonus points. Look for your partner's reactions. While you're trying new things, look at how your partner reacts. Don't just listen to what they say afterwards: watch how they react in the moment. If they seem to stiffen or shy away, they may not be enjoying it as much as they say. Take things slowly. Don't go from Sunday School to full Marquis de Sade in the course of a day. This can make a partner panic if it wasn't a specifically requested fantasy. Work your way up the kink chain in order to maximize the pleasure of the experiences for both of you. Keep regular life and bedroom life separate. Just because your girl likes being called certain things in the bedroom doesn't mean you should call her that outside. You also should try not to let behaviors that you pick up affect you outside of the bedroom. Remember that real life and your sex life are two separate things. Don't do anything you'll regret. Don't do anything in the name of naughtiness that you might later regret, especially if you're young. The Internet being what it is these days, it's really easy for pics to get leaked and your life can be ruined before you know it. Avoid taking nude pics (no matter how stable your relationship is), and while sex tapes can be fun, they're best reserved for happily married couples that have been together for a very long time. Even with explicit trust between each other, it's important to remember that there are other ways for your data to get leaked. Like hackers. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/32\/Be-Naughty-Step-23Bullet1.jpg\/v4-460px-Be-Naughty-Step-23Bullet1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/3\/32\/Be-Naughty-Step-23Bullet1.jpg\/aid895603-v4-728px-Be-Naughty-Step-23Bullet1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} | Stop apologizing. Stop trying to look like a movie star. Celebrate your positives. Embrace your sexual side. Figure out what gives you pleasure. Add to your wardrobe. Change up your hair or makeup. Do some creative shaving. Practice some staging. Work out. Take control. Learn to tease. Talk dirty. Move outside the bedroom. Role play a little. Set a record for yourselves. Introduce toys. Keep things fresh. Ask first! Look for your partner's reactions. Take things slowly. Keep regular life and bedroom life separate. Don't do anything you'll regret. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Military-Psychologist | How to Become a Military Psychologist | To become a psychologist in the military, decide which field you'd like to work in, such as clinical psychology or research psychology. Next, understand the different tasks you'll be asked to carry out, like examining new recruits and conducting psychological screenings. To get the necessary education, apply for a Bachelor's degree in Psychology before completing a Master's in Clinical Psychology. You can get help with your tuition fees by joining the Reserve Officer Training Corps, which will pay for your education. | Understand the different types of psychology you can do in the military. There are several types of psychology you can apply to do in the military: Clinical psychology: Clinical psychologists will assist active and off duty service members and their families with stress management, depression, anger management, crisis intervention, relationship issues, financial issues and planning, and career and leadership issues. To be a clinical psychologist in the military, you can be an active member of the Army or Navy, or you can be a civilian. Specializations in clinical psychology: As a psychologist training to work in the military, you can specialize in certain conditions or situations, such as PTSD or depression, brain injuries, suicide, addiction, and memory loss. Research psychology: As a psychologist employed by the military, you can also focus on research on psychology practices in the military and work towards improving the current psychological practices in the military. Be aware of the different work settings available to you are a military psychologist. Once employed by the military, you may be qualified to work in a variety of locations and settings. You may be reassigned or sent to a new location every two to three years. Possible work locations include: Research facilities Educational facilities Medical centers, hospitals, and clinics Military hospital ships Military schools and bases, located in the U.S. Overseas deployment locations, in combat zones, and small missions deployment Military organization offices, such as the Pentagon Keep in mind the expectations of the position. As a military psychologist, you will be expected to participate in several military procedures, such as recruiting new service members and conducting psychological screenings. You may also be responsible for determining which specialty areas would most suit a new recruit. You will also evaluate the performance of enlisted officers and assess the mental and cognitive fitness of servicemen and women in the military. As well, as a military psychologist, you will need to provide treatment for enlisted personnel, as well as their loved ones, and veterans of the military. This may include one on one or group therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, family counseling, and education programs on psychology. You may be asked to teach and train newly hired psychologists, interns, visiting students, or higher ranking officers on the skills needed to address specific psychological concerns in the field and off duty. Earn a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, or an applicable field of study. Look for undergraduate programs that offer a degree in Psychology and possibly a concentration in “Military Psychology” or “Military Resilience”. You can also take a general undergraduate psychology degree and focus your undergraduate experience to reflect your career goal to be a military psychology. This could mean you do research projects that focus on an area within military psychology, like PTSD or memory loss. You can do volunteer work or an internship in a Veterans hospital or clinic, a homeless shelter, or a military family support center to complement your research project and career interests. If you are already in the military, you can participate in a Navy, Air Force, or Army student program that will support your psychology studies (financially and experience wise) while you are on active duty. Speak to the career counselor on your base about possible military programs you can apply for to kick start your psychology career. If you are a veteran, the Department of Veterans Affairs may also offer student programs that you may qualify for as a former service member. Receive a master's degree in Clinical Psychology. Look for schools that offer master's degrees with a focus on Military Psychology, or a relevant clinical psychology master's degree. Other educational focuses, like counseling psychology, neuropsychology, and forensic psychology, may also qualify you to move forward in your career as a psychologist for the military. You can also complete your master's degree at a military academy to get first hand experience in military practices and culture as a civilian, such as the Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, and the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. If you are willing to serve at least four years as a military officer, you can apply for the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, which will cover your tuition expenses. If you would like to be a military psychologist in the Navy, you can apply for the Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), where you can receive 100% tuition assistance while you complete a clinical psychology education program and a monthly stipend to cover living expenses for up to 36 months. Complete a doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology. To become a certified military psychologist, you will need to complete a relevant doctoral degree. These include: a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology - Military Track, a Psy.D in Military Clinical Psychology, a Ph.D. in Military Health Psychology, and a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Military Psychology. Many doctoral programs include the opportunity to get hands on experience in the field through internships and work placements. You may also qualify for financial assistance to pay down the cost of your graduate program through the Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP). Get certified as a licensed military psychologist. Certification is generally voluntary, but it will make you more attractive to employers in the military and confirm your skills. To become licensed, you will need to complete a doctoral degree, Ph.D or Psy.D, and do two years of supervised training. You will then to take the national EPPP exam and the jurisprudence exam required by your home state, which are administered by the Association of State and Licensing Boards. Your certification will be processed and confirmed by The American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). Becoming board certified as a psychologist can take several years, including hands on training and exams, but it will confirm your credentials as a psychologist. Explore employment possibilities through an internship at a military facility. The Army and Navy are continuing to expand their internship programs in the hopes of attracting candidates that can fill military psychologist positions. These internships often include residency training, postdoctoral fellowships onsite, and assistance in becoming a licensed psychologist. Apply for internships through the Army and Navy while you are completing your doctoral degree or once you finish your master's degree to get hands on experience that may lead to employment opportunities. Look for open military psychology positions through a recruitment office. The Army and Navy are trying to keep up with the demand for more military psychologists by promoting these positions at recruitment fairs and through recruitment programs. Locate a military recruitment office near you and contact them about open positions you can apply for. You should also ask about financial assistance for educational requirements for the position and hands on training programs through the Army or Navy. A list of military recruitment offices can be found here: http://todaysmilitary.com/contact-a-recruiter. Discuss employment opportunities with a military career counselor. If you are already a service member in the military or a veteran and have completed the necessary education and training, you can reach out to a military career counselor to discuss your employment options. You may qualify for certain positions within the military that can lead to a stable career as a military psychologist. | Understand the different types of psychology you can do in the military. Be aware of the different work settings available to you are a military psychologist. Keep in mind the expectations of the position. Earn a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, or an applicable field of study. Receive a master's degree in Clinical Psychology. Complete a doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology. Get certified as a licensed military psychologist. Explore employment possibilities through an internship at a military facility. Look for open military psychology positions through a recruitment office. Discuss employment opportunities with a military career counselor. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Identify-Platinum-and-Silver-Jewelry | How to Identify Platinum and Silver Jewelry | If you want to identify whether a piece of jewelry is platinum or silver, first examine the jewelry for any etchings in the metal. The etchings may be on the clasp, a tag, or the largest part of the jewelry. If the jewelry is stamped with the number 925 or the letter S, it is made of sterling silver. If it's stamped with the letters PLAT, PT, or the word Platinum, it is platinum jewelry. | Locate any identifying marks on your jewelry. These markings will be etched into the metal. If the jewelry has a clasp then the marks are probably on the back of the clasp. The jewelry might also have a small metal tag etched with marks hanging from the end. Lastly, search the largest parts of the jewelry. If your jewelry doesn't have any markings at all it's probably not a precious metal. Look for marks indicating silver jewelry. Some coins and jewelry will have a stamp with the numbers “999." This indicates that the jewelry is made of pure silver. If you see a stamp with the numbers “925” followed or preceded by the letter “S," you have sterling silver. Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver that's mixed with another metal alloy, usually copper. For example, a stamp that says “S925” indicates that the jewelry is sterling silver. Pure silver jewelry is rare as pure silver is soft and easily damaged. Find any marks indicating platinum jewelry. Platinum is a very rare and expensive metal. Therefore, all platinum jewelry will be marked to show authenticity. Look for the words “Platinum," “PLAT," or “PT” followed or preceded by the numbers “950” or “999." These numbers refer to the purity of the platinum, with “999” as the most pure. For example, an authentic piece of platinum jewelry might have a stamp reading “PLAT999." Run a magnet over the jewelry. Most pure precious metals aren't magnetic, so if you place a magnet near the jewelry, you shouldn't see any movement. However, if your platinum jewelry is reacting to a magnet, don't panic. Pure platinum is a soft metal, so alloys are added to strengthen the finish. Cobalt, which is quite hard, is becoming popular as a platinum alloy. Because cobalt is slightly magnetic, some platinum jewelry may react to a magnet. Platinum/cobalt alloys will usually be stamped as PLAT, Pt950, or possibly Pt950/Co. The most common alloy used to harden sterling silver is copper, which is not magnetic. If you have a piece of sterling silver jewelry with a.925 stamp that's attracted to a magnet, see a reputable jeweler to verify its authenticity. Use an acid testing kit on hard-to-verify jewelry. If you can't find any identifying stamps and you're unsure about the origin of the jewelry, use a testing kit to find out what the jewelry is made of. Purchase an acid testing kit from an online retailer or jewelry supply store. This kit will include a sanding stone and several bottled acids. Buy a kit that can test for both silver and platinum. The bottle labels will indicate which metal they are used to test for. If the kit doesn't include gloves, buy some separately. If you get any acid on your hands you will burn your skin. Rub the jewelry against the stone. Lay out the black slate stone on an even surface. Gently rub the jewelry against the stone in a back-and-forth motion to create a line. Draw 2 or 3 lines on the stone or one for each testing acid you'll use. For example, if you're testing for platinum, silver, and gold, you'll draw 3 lines. Choose an inconspicuous part of the jewelry to rub against the stone. The stone will scratch and damage a small section of the jewelry. Lay a towel down underneath the stone to protect your work surface from scratches. Drop the acids on the different metal lines. Select an acid test from your kit and carefully drop a small amount of acid onto one of the drawn lines. Make sure that you don't mix the different acids together or you'll affect your results. Most tests have acids specifically for silver. However, you can also use an 18-karat gold testing acid to identify pure or sterling silver. Always wear gloves while handling acid. Observe the reaction of the acid. These reactions can take anywhere from a second to a minute. If the line completely dissolves, the test fails. For example, if you drop the Platinum acid test on a line and the line dissolves, the jewelry isn't platinum. However, if your line doesn't dissolve, the metal is pure. If you use the 18-karat gold acid test to test on silver, the line will turn a milky white color. This will indicate that your jewelry is pure or sterling silver. If you doubt your results, test the jewelry again to be sure. Use a silver testing solution on large, hardy pieces of jewelry. Avoid using this acid on delicately decorated jewelry. The acid will corrode any part of the surface that it touches. If you purchased an acid scratch testing kit, use the silver testing solution included. Otherwise, purchase the silver testing solution online or from a jewelry supply store. Test the jewelry. Drop a small amount of the silver testing solution onto the metal. Choose a hidden area of the jewelry to test. For example, if you're testing a large cuff bracelet, drop some acid on the inside of the bracelet. Alternatively, if you're testing a flat, chunky necklace, drop acid on the back of one of the necklace sections. Wear gloves to protect your hands and work over a towel to protect your workspace. Don't drop acid on clasps or other important sections. The acid may damage any smaller workings in the jewelry. Observe the reaction. The acid will appear dark brown or clear at first and then turn into a different color. The new color will indicate the purity of the metal. For example, if the liquid turns dark or bright red, the metal is at least 99% pure silver. If the solution turns white, the metal is 92.5% silver, or sterling silver. If it turns a bluish green color, it's copper or another lesser metal. Clean the acid from your jewelry. Wipe off the acid with a clean cloth and throw it away. Rinse the jewelry under cold water to remove any residual acid. Use a sieve or plug up your sink to avoid losing your jewelry down the drain. Allow the jewelry to completely air dry before wearing it again. Submerge the jewelry in hydrogen peroxide. First, fill a glass bowl or cup with hydrogen peroxide. Next, drop the jewelry into the bowl. The jewelry should be completely submerged in the liquid. If it's not, add more hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide can be found at most grocery stores. Look for a reaction. Platinum is a strong catalyst for hydrogen peroxide. If the metal is real platinum, the hydrogen peroxide will begin to bubble almost immediately. Silver is a weaker catalyst. If you don't see any bubbles immediately, allow the metal to sit in the liquid for about a minute and look for small bubbles forming around the jewelry. Hydrogen peroxide won't corrode or damage your jewelry. Rinse the jewelry well. Rinse the jewelry under cool water to remove the hydrogen peroxide. Plug up your sink or use a sieve while washing to avoid losing your jewelry down the drain. Allow the jewelry to completely air dry before wearing it again. | Locate any identifying marks on your jewelry. Look for marks indicating silver jewelry. Find any marks indicating platinum jewelry. Run a magnet over the jewelry. Use an acid testing kit on hard-to-verify jewelry. Rub the jewelry against the stone. Drop the acids on the different metal lines. Observe the reaction of the acid. Use a silver testing solution on large, hardy pieces of jewelry. Test the jewelry. Observe the reaction. Clean the acid from your jewelry. Submerge the jewelry in hydrogen peroxide. Look for a reaction. Rinse the jewelry well. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Paper-Bookmarks | How to Make Paper Bookmarks | To make a paper bookmark, start by cutting a piece of cardstock into a 2 by 6-inch rectangle. Then, draw a picture of anything you like on it with pencils or crayons. Alternatively, you can print pictures or patterns out and glue them onto your card. You can also write an inspirational quote on your bookmark to remind yourself to stay positive. To finish off, use a hole punch to put a hole in the top of your bookmark and tie a ribbon through it to make it extra special. | Cut a piece of cardstock into a 2 by 6 in (5.1 by 15.2 cm) rectangle. Measure your paper to find the desired dimensions and mark them with a pencil. Then, cut along the lines to create your bookmark. Adjust the dimensions if you want the bookmark to be smaller or bigger. Draw a picture on the cardstock rectangle to add a design element. Use a pencil to create an outline of your picture and then color it in with markers, colored pencils, or crayons. You can draw anything you want on your bookmark! Try drawing an animal, such as a dog, cat, bird, or mouse. Draw a landscape, such as a view of the beach, the mountains, or the desert. Keep it simple with a couple of stick figures, shapes, or symbols. Glue on paper cutouts or pictures if you want a collage on the bookmark. Cut shapes out of construction paper or cardstock, cut pictures out of magazines, or use a few photos of your own to decorate your bookmark. Apply a bit of white glue onto the back of the cutout or picture and press it onto the bookmark wherever you want it to go. Try cutting out hearts and stars for a simple way to decorate your bookmark. Cut pictures of people, animals, places, or things out of a magazine and paste these onto your bookmark. Choose a picture of your family, significant other, or child and glue it onto the bookmark. Add an inspirational quote to make your bookmark more meaningful. Use your bookmark as a reminder to help keep you in a positive mindset! Choose an inspirational quote or message and write it on your bookmark using colored pencils, crayons, or markers. Some options include: “Each person must live their life as a model for others.” -Rosa Parks “No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world.” -Robin Williams “You are enough just as you are.” -Megan Markle “You get what you give.” -Jennifer Lopez Punch a hole in 1 end of the bookmark and tie ribbon through it to add flair. For an extra finishing touch on your bookmark, use a single hole punch to make a hole about 0.25 in (0.64 cm) from the end of the bookmark. Cut a piece of ribbon about 8 in (20 cm) long, insert it through the hole, and tie it in a bow. If you have a specialty hole punch, you can cut out shapes, such as a heart or star, and string the ribbon through the hole. Cut out 4 0.25 by 11 in (0.64 by 27.94 cm) strips of paper. Measure and mark your paper with a ruler and pencil. Then, use a sharp pair of scissors to cut out the strips. The paper should look like long, thin strips of ribbon. Don't worry if the strips seem too long for a bookmark. You will be weaving them together so your finished bookmark will be about half as long as the individual strips are now. Glue the ends of 2 pieces so they form a right (90 degree) angle. Place 1 strip on a flat surface, then add a dot of white glue to the end of it. Lay the end of another strip over the end of this strip so that the 2 strips form a right (90 degree) angle. Layer the other 2 pieces so that they are parallel with the first 2. Next, add another drop of glue on each strip about 0.25 in (0.64 cm) from where the first 2 strips cross. Then, lay the end of a strip over the dot of glue so that it is right next to the first strip. Repeat this for the other side. Make sure you have 2 parallel strips on 1 side of the right angle and 2 on the other side. Fold and glue the outer strips over the inner strips 1 at a time. Take the glue and add a dot to the strip next to it. Then, fold the strip at a 45-degree angle so that it overlaps the strip next to it. Press it into the glue. Repeat this on the opposite side. Repeat the process with the new outer strips. Continue to fold the outer strips over the inner strips to weave them together. Alternate sides as you go so that you switch to the other side after each time you fold a strip. Trim the end when you finish. Keep folding and gluing the strips until you reach the end. Then, use your scissors to cut a straight line about 1 in (2.5 cm) from the bottom of the bookmark. This will give the bookmark a neat, uniform appearance. Cut out a 6 by 6 in (150 by 150 mm) square of cardstock. Use a ruler and pencil to mark your paper with these dimensions. Then, cut the paper using the lines you have drawn as your guide. Use the edge of the ruler to help you draw straight lines. Rotate the square so that it looks like a diamond. Place the square on a table, counter, or desk in front of you with the back of the paper facing up. Turn it 45 degrees to the right or left so that the square looks like a diamond. If the paper has a print design on it or color on only 1 side, then make sure the non-print or back side of the paper is facing up. Fold the bottom half of the diamond up. Grasp the bottom of the diamond, the point that is nearest to you. Then, fold it away from you so that it is aligned with the opposite point (the one furthest from you). The diamond will now look like a triangle. Bring the right and left corners up to the matched up points. Take the right side of the triangle and fold it up to the top of the triangle. Then, take the left side of the triangle and fold it up to the top of the triangle. Crease the folds by pressing on them with your fingers. Unfold the corners and fold the top of the triangle down. Next, unfold the 2 points you just folded and return them to their original positions. Take the top layer of the triangle and fold it down so that it is even with the bottom of the triangle. Fold the points back up and tuck them into the pocket. Next, return the 2 sides of the triangle to the top of the triangle. This is the position they were in before you unfolded them. Take the tips of the triangle and tuck them down into the pocket between the 2 layers. Press along the edges of the pocket with your fingers to crease the folds in the tips and secure them. Your corner bookmark is finished. You can use it as is or decorate it however you like! Try drawing on your bookmark with marker or crayons, or paste on some paper cutouts to make a face on it. | Cut a piece of cardstock into a 2 by 6 in (5.1 by 15.2 cm) rectangle. Draw a picture on the cardstock rectangle to add a design element. Glue on paper cutouts or pictures if you want a collage on the bookmark. Add an inspirational quote to make your bookmark more meaningful. Punch a hole in 1 end of the bookmark and tie ribbon through it to add flair. Cut out 4 0.25 by 11 in (0.64 by 27.94 cm) strips of paper. Glue the ends of 2 pieces so they form a right (90 degree) angle. Layer the other 2 pieces so that they are parallel with the first 2. Fold and glue the outer strips over the inner strips 1 at a time. Repeat the process with the new outer strips. Trim the end when you finish. Cut out a 6 by 6 in (150 by 150 mm) square of cardstock. Rotate the square so that it looks like a diamond. Fold the bottom half of the diamond up. Bring the right and left corners up to the matched up points. Unfold the corners and fold the top of the triangle down. Fold the points back up and tuck them into the pocket. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Apply-for-a-US-Passport-After-Naturalization | How to Apply for a US Passport After Naturalization | Once you've been naturalized, you'll still need a U.S. passport to leave and re-enter the country while traveling. Applying for one usually takes between 4-6 weeks and costs 110 dollars. To start, download the U.S. passport application from the government travel website. You'll also need to get photocopies of your original Certificate of Naturalization as proof of your citizenship. Additionally, you'll need recent 2 by 2-inch photographs of yourself, which can be taken at a local photo center, like CVS. Once you have your materials, bring them to a passport acceptance facility. To find a facility near you, use the locator on the government travel website. | Understand the types of passports. There are two types of passports: a passport book and a passport card. The book is valid for all international travel. The passport card is valid only for returning to the United States by land or sea from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, or the Caribbean. Unless you only travel regularly to and from the countries listed on the passport card, you should probably get a passport book. Get the application. You will receive an application at your naturalization ceremony. It should be in the U.S. Citizenship Welcome Packet. You may also use the passport wizard at http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports/apply.html. You will be asked a series of questions and the computer program will tell you how much it will cost and what forms to fill out. You can also download the form and accompanying instructions at https://eforms.state.gov/Forms/ds11.PDF. Photocopy your Certificate of Naturalization. As part of your application, you will need to submit your original Certificate of Naturalization (as well as a photocopy of the front and back) to the U.S. State Department. The Certificate will serve as your Proof of U.S. Citizenship and Proof of Identity. As a result, you will be without your proof of citizenship. Be sure to make an additional photocopy and retain it. Your original Certificate of Naturalization will be returned to you 1-2 weeks after you receive your passport. Have photographs taken. You will need recent color photographs for the passport (just as you did for your Certificate of Naturalization). They must be recent (at least within the past six months) and 2” x 2” in size. The bottom of your chin to the top of your hair should measure between 1 and 1 3/8 inches. The photograph must afford a full frontal view of your face and be printed on quality paper with a white or off-white background. Do not wear hats, dark glasses, or head coverings unless you submit a signed statement that the attire is worn for religious reasons (or a doctor submits that the item is worn for medical purposes). Do not retouch the photograph in any way. Find a passport acceptance facility. As a first-time applicant for a passport, you need to apply in person at a passport acceptance facility. Many post offices, public libraries, clerk of court offices, and other state or local government offices have been designated as acceptance facilities. You can use the State Department's locator at https://iafdb.travel.state.gov/ to find a facility nearest to you. The search results will also list the hours in which the facility accepts passport applications. You can refine your search to find facilities that take photos on site. Complete the application. Use black ink and print neatly. You can fill in the application before going to an acceptance facility. Nevertheless, do not sign the application until you appear at the facility and are told to sign by an authorized agent. If you have questions, you should call 1-877-487-2778 or email [email protected]. Someone will be available to assist you Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 10:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. Once you have completed the application, you should make a copy for your records. Decide if you need expedited processing. Your passport will generally be processed in 4-6 weeks. However, if you need it sooner, then you can pay $60 for expedited processing. You will receive your expedited passport in 2-3 weeks typically. If you choose expedited processing at selected government agencies, then you can get the passport in five business days. Pay fees. The total fee will depend on passport type. You can get a passport book or a passport card (or both together). The passport book costs $110, whereas the passport card costs $30. Getting both together costs $140. There is a separate “execution fee” of $25 charged by the acceptance facility you use. You must pay this fee separately. If you pay by check, you will have to write two checks. You may pay using a check, money order, major credit card (Visa, Master Card, American Express, or Discover), bank draft or cashier's check. You can make your check or money order payable to “U.S. Department of State.” Most, but not all, facilities accept credit cards. Call ahead to find out. Receive the passport. Once you receive the passport, you must sign it. You should sign in ink using a felt-tip pen. You should fill out the emergency information page in pencil. By using pencil, you can change the information at a later date. | Understand the types of passports. Get the application. Photocopy your Certificate of Naturalization. Have photographs taken. Find a passport acceptance facility. Complete the application. Decide if you need expedited processing. Pay fees. Receive the passport. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Retrieve-an-Item-That-Was-Flushed-Down-a-Toilet | How to Retrieve an Item That Was Flushed Down a Toilet | To retrieve an item that's been flushed down the drain, try using a metal coat hanger. First, untwist the hanger and straighten it out. Then, bend one end into a hook shape to reach around the bend and pull the item out. Another way to retrieve an item is with a drain snake. To use one, push the end past the item, and hook it as you pull the drain snake out. You can also use a wet vacuum. First, stick the hose down the drain and turn it on. Then, wait until you hear the item pass through the vacuum hose. | Grab the item with your hands if it’s still visible. If you can still see the item after it was flushed, you may be able to retrieve the item by sticking your hand in the toilet, grabbing ahold to the item, and pulling it out. To make this process as sanitary as possible, put on a pair of elbow-length rubber gloves before sticking your hand in the toilet. If there is a lot of water in the toilet bowl, it may be easier to reach the item if you use a disposable cup or container to scoop out some of the water first. Make sure that you wash your hands and the item thoroughly after retrieving it from the toilet. Try using a bent hanger to hook onto the item. First, take a metal hanger and untwist the end that is twisted around the neck of the hanger hook. Straighten the hanger out as much as possible before bending one end into a small hook shape. Then, carefully stick the hook end down the toilet drain and try to grab hold of the item with the hook. When pushing the hook end down the drain, try to gently trace the top of the drain pipe to avoid pushing the item further down. Then, when the hook is down as far as it can go, push it down and gently trace the bottom of the drain pipe as you pull the hook back up. Hopefully, the hook will catch hold of the item on its way out. Depending on how your toilet drain is shaped, you may need to bend the hanger to allow it to bend into the drain pipe. Use a drain snake if the item is far down the toilet drain. First, stick the coiled or hooked end of the drain snake down into the toilet drain until you can feel the item or know that you've reached the place where it's resting or lodged. Once you've located the item, try to grab hold of the item by pushing the coil or hook slightly past the item, then catching it as you pull the snake back up the drain. If you aren't sure where the item is and didn't feel it as you pushed the drain snake down, push the snake down as far as it will go. Then, try to feel around for the item as you slowly pull the drain snake back out. Drain snakes are available online and at most home improvement stores. When choosing a drain snake to use, choose an option that has a coiled or hooked end. This will make it easier for you to grab ahold of the item. Remove the dry dust bag and filter if your wet vacuum has a dry option. First, remove the top of the vacuum's collection tank. Then, following the instructions for your particular vacuum model, remove the dry dust bag and filter from the collection tank. This will keep both the dust bag and filter from getting wet and growing mildew over time. After removing the dry dust bag and filter, put the top back on the collection tank. Direct the vacuum hose into the toilet. Plug in the vacuum cord and turn on the vacuum. Then, hold onto the hose of the vacuum and direct the end of the hose into the toilet. Push the hose as far down the drain as possible. You may feel or hear the item move as you push the hose down. If so, direct the end of the hose so that the opening points at the item. Turn the vacuum on to start sucking up the water. Turn the vacuum on to start sucking up the toilet water. Keep sucking up the water until you hear the object pass through the hose, or until the collection tank is full. Some wet/dry vacuums have a separate setting when vacuuming water, so make sure that you turn your vacuum on accordingly. Check the vacuum’s collection tank to retrieve the item. If you heard or saw the item go through the vacuum's hose, or if the collection tank is starting to get full, turn the vacuum off. Then, remove the top of the vacuum's collection tank and look into the tank to see if the item was sucked up through the hose. If you see the item, you can retrieve it with your hands, a shovel, or any item with a scoop or hook on the end. If you don't see the item in the collection tank but you suspect that it was sucked up, check the vacuum's hose as well. The item may have gotten lodged in the hose. Empty the collection tank and vacuum again. If the item is not in the collection tank or hose, it's likely that it's still in the toilet. To try again, first empty the water out of the collection tank. Then, put the hose back into the drain and turn the vacuum on again. Keep vacuuming until you hear or see the item get sucked into the hose, or until the collection tank gets full again. You may need to repeat this process a few times before the item gets sucked up into the vacuum. Flush the toilet to refill the toilet bowl with water. After you've retrieved the item, flush the toilet once or twice. The toilet bowl should refill with water and be ready to use. Turn off the toilet’s water supply. First, locate the valve on the side, behind, or towards the bottom of the toilet. Then, turn the valve clockwise several times until it won't turn anymore. This will turn of the toilet's water supply, which will help you avoid any flooding and keep the toilet from flushing while you work. If you can't find the valve or if the valve is stuck in place, you'll likely need to turn off the water to your house for a short time. In most cases, you can do this by switching off the water supply from the control unit, which is usually located in the basement or an interior closet. Take the lid off the toilet’s tank. Most toilets have a water tank in the back behind the bowl that has a removable lid. Carefully lift the lid to remove it from the tank and set it aside. This will allow you to easily access the inside of the tank, and will help keep the lid from falling off or getting crack when you remove the toilet. Remove all the remaining water from the tank and bowl. Using a wet vacuum or small container, vacuum or scoop out all the water from both the tank and the toilet bowl. This will keep any water from spilling or splashing onto you or the bathroom floor, and will make the toilet lighter and easier to lift. You can also use a baster to suction water out of the tank and bowl. Unscrew the bolts or screws from the bottom of the toilet. In most cases, your toilet will be connected to the floor by at least 2 bolts or screws. Using either a wrench or a screwdriver (depending on whether your toilet has bolts or screws), unscrew the bolts or screws from either side of the bottom of the toilet. This will disconnect your toilet from the floor and enable you to remove it from the ground. Set the bolts or screws aside in a safe place so you'll be able to use them later to re-secure your toilet into place. Detach the water supply line from the tank. Locate the large bolt that attaches the water supply line to the back of the toilet's tank. Then, twist the bolt counter-clockwise until it comes undone and the water line is detached. The water line bolt is usually a large plastic bolt with ridges to make it easier to grip and unscrew. Lift the toilet and lay it on its side. In order for you to be able to look up inside the toilet to retrieve the flushed item, you'll need to lay the toilet on its side. To do this, find a grip on either side of the toilet that feels comfortable and secure. Then, carefully lift the toilet up away from its spot on the ground. Lay it down on its side carefully. Porcelain toilets can be very heavy. Therefore, you may want to get someone to help you lift the toilet and get it safely down on its side. You may want to lay a towel or blanket down on the ground so that your toilet will be protected when you lay it on its side. Look inside the toilet to retrieve the flushed item. With the toilet is laying on its side, check inside the waste opening to see if you can find and reach the flushed item. If you can see the item, you should be able to reach it with your hands or with any other retrieval device. The inside of the waste opening may be dark, so it can be helpful to have a flashlight on hand to help you see into the toilet. In addition to the waste opening, you may also want to look at the wax ring that runs along the bottom of the toilet, as very small items, such as a piece of jewelry, could've gotten caught on the wax ring. Put the toilet back and re-secure it into its place. Carefully turn the toilet back upright and lift it back into place. Reconnect the toilet to the ground by twisting the bolts or screws back into the bottom. Then, reconnect the water line and twist the valve counter-clockwise to turn the toilet's water supply back on. Flush the toilet once or twice to refill the tank and bowel, and then your toilet should be ready to use again. | Grab the item with your hands if it’s still visible. Try using a bent hanger to hook onto the item. Use a drain snake if the item is far down the toilet drain. Remove the dry dust bag and filter if your wet vacuum has a dry option. Direct the vacuum hose into the toilet. Turn the vacuum on to start sucking up the water. Check the vacuum’s collection tank to retrieve the item. Empty the collection tank and vacuum again. Flush the toilet to refill the toilet bowl with water. Turn off the toilet’s water supply. Take the lid off the toilet’s tank. Remove all the remaining water from the tank and bowl. Unscrew the bolts or screws from the bottom of the toilet. Detach the water supply line from the tank. Lift the toilet and lay it on its side. Look inside the toilet to retrieve the flushed item. Put the toilet back and re-secure it into its place. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Defeat-Ancano-in-Skyrim | How to Defeat Ancano in Skyrim | Before you defeat Ancano in Skyrim, you'll need the Staff of Magnus. To find it, to go Labyrinthian, make your way to the Labyrinthian Tribune, and kill the dragon priest Morokei. Once you retrieve the Staff, return to Winterhold. There will be a strong gust of wind that makes it hard to move, which you can overcome by equipping the Staff and pressing “attack”. Next, find Ancano in the Hall of Elements and wait for him to paralyze Tolfdir. Then, point the Staff toward the Eye of Magnus until it's closed. Finally, attack Ancano until he's dead. | Go to Labyrinthian. Start from the city of Morthal, and from there, take the road south and turn eastwards. Keep on walking along this course and turn right around the first corner that leads to the south. Stick to this small road and you'll be able to come across the entrance to the Labyrinthian, an abandoned city in ruins. Kill Morokei. Make your way through the Labyrinthian up to its third level, called the Labyrinthian Tribune. Inside this chamber you'll find a dragon priest named Morokei who's wielding a staff called the Staff of Magnus; kill him. Range weapons like bow and arrows, and magic spells are very effective against Morokei. Close combats like swords or axes can damage the priest too but will not be as effective. Also, avoid the shock spells that he'll cast at you as these will deal severe damage on you. Retrieve the staff. Once Morokei is defeated, approach and search Morokei's ashes to retrieve his mask and the Staff of Magnus. Return to Winterhold. After killing Morokei, you'll find a door inside the Labyrinthian Tribune that leads back to the outside world. Exit through this door and head back to Winterhold, taking the northeastern road from where you are. Make your way up to the college. Once you arrive in Winterhold, you'll find a strong gust of wind breezing the courtyard, making it hard for you to move. Equip the Staff of Magnus and point it out into the open by pressing the “Attack” button on your controller. This will clear the way and will let you enter the college. Find Ancano. Enter the largest tower in the area called “The Hall of Elements.” Inside you'll find Ancano casting spells at a great sphere called the Eye of Magnus. At this point, Tolfdir (a non-playable character) will enter the same room and talk to Ancano. Wait for the dialogue to finish and for Ancano to paralyze Tolfdir before attacking. Close the Eye of Magnus. Once Tolfdir is down on the ground, use your Staff of Magnus and point it towards the great Eye of Magnus sphere. You'll notice that the sphere will slowly close down, decreasing the power it's emitting. Keep pointing the staff at the sphere until it's fully closed. Do not attack Ancano if the Eye of Magnus isn't fully closed. Ancano is invulnerable to any form of attacks while the great sphere is open. Kill Ancano. Once the Eye of Magnus is closed, approach Ancano and attack him using any weapon or spell you have until he's dead. Ancano will occasionally try to open the Eye of Magnus again, making him invulnerable once more. When this happens, just repeat step 3 until the sphere is closed once more and Ancano is taking damage again. Any fire-type spell you've learned during the early stages of the game can also prove to be very effective against Ancano. Once Ancano is dead, talk to Tolfdir, who is now conscious, to continue with the quest. | Go to Labyrinthian. Kill Morokei. Retrieve the staff. Return to Winterhold. Make your way up to the college. Find Ancano. Close the Eye of Magnus. Kill Ancano. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Care-for-Superficial-Wounds | How to Care for Superficial Wounds | To care for a superficial wound that's a cut, wash your hands and rinse the affected area with clean, warm water to prevent any dirt or bacteria from entering the wound. Then, apply pressure to the cut with a clean cloth or towel until the bleeding has completely or mostly stopped. Next, apply a thin layer of topical antimicrobial ointment, such as Neosporin, to the area. Finally, place a bandage on the cut, and remember to change it a few times a day, reapplying antimicrobial ointment with each clean bandage as necessary. | Wash your hands. Open wounds are a gateway for bacteria to enter your body so it is essential that your hands are clean before you start caring for the cut. Use warm water and soap and dry your hands after you are done. If the cut is severe and bleeding heavily, skip the hand washing step and apply pressure to the wound immediately. Once you are controlling the bleeding, seek medical attention. If you do not have access to water, use wet wipes or alcoholic soap to clean your hands or wear medical gloves. Rinse the affected area with clean water to remove all dirt and debris from the wound and the surrounding skin. It may be necessary to scrub the wound gently to remove all debris. After you are done, carefully pat the wound dry. You may also flush the wound with a sterile saline solution if available. Control bleeding by applying direct pressure to the wound. Use a clean cloth or a towel. Continue applying pressure until the bleeding has stopped or mostly stopped. You may not be able to stop the bleeding entirely and this is fine. If possible, elevate the bleeding part above the level of the heart, such as lifting your arm above your heart or sitting on a chair and elevating your injured leg, to reduce blood flow. Cool the affected area with a clean cloth dampened with cold water or ice pack wrapped in a towel if necessary (see Tips). The lowered temperature slows down blood flow to the area and reduces bleeding. Apply a thin layer of topical antimicrobial ointment to the affected area. Open wounds are a gateway for bacteria to enter your body. You can reduce the risk of infection by applying antibiotic ointment (such as Neosporin) to the skin around the cut. Only apply a thin layer and use the medication according to the label. Do not use topical antimicrobial ointment for cuts that are deep and penetrate blood vessels without consulting your doctor first. Place a bandage over the cut. Try to place the bandage so that you bring the edges of the cut together to help seal the cut. Use a non-stick bandage or a sterile pad and tubular bandage to hold the pad in place. Change the bandage a few times a day, especially if it becomes wet or dirty. Take care not to pull the wound apart when you remove the bandage. If the cut begins to bleed, apply pressure until the bleeding stops. Re-apply antimicrobial ointment (if needed) when you apply a clean bandage. Keep the cut moist and covered until the skin has had time to heal. Leave the cut open to air once it has sealed and no longer susceptible to rip open. Halt the burning process to stop the injury. Even if you are no longer in contact with the cause of the burn (such as an open flame or the sun), tissue damage can continue. Thus, it is essential you reduce further damage first before attempting to clean the injured area. Place the affected part under cool running water for approximately 15-20 minutes. If the burn is on your face, hands, over a joint, or is large, seek medical attention right away. Use warm water for less harsh chemicals or when there is chemical exposure to the eyes. It is also important that you call your doctor if you have a chemical exposure to your eyes or mouth as this can cause more serious complications. In the case of a chemical burn, you must neutralize the burning chemical. If you are unsure how to do this, seek medical attention. If you are not near water, apply a cool compress to the area such as an ice pack wrapped in a towel. Apply lotion to the burn. Use aloe vera lotion or gel or a low-dose hydrocortisone cream to protect the skin and help the healing process. Be sure to pat dry the skin before applying any lotion if needed. Reapply the aloe vera lotion throughout the day to ensure the affected area remains moist, but don't use hydrocortisone cream more than twice a day. Take over-the-counter pain reliever if the burn is causing pain. Burn injuries can be painful and thus you may want to take an over-the-counter pain medication (such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen). Use the medication according to the label and do not exceed the recommended dose. In case of severe or continuing pain, seek medical attention. Try to keep blisters intact. Burn injuries often result in blisters -- fluid-filled pockets under your skin. If the blister breaks, rinse the area with water, apply antimicrobial ointment and cover the area with a non-stick bandage. Watch the area for signs of infection. If redness, tenderness, swelling or drainage develops, apply antimicrobial ointment and cover the burn with clean gauze to protect it while it heals. Contact a physician if the burn gets worse, doesn't appear to ease, it looks infected and is not getting better quickly with home care, or develops severe blisters or discoloration of any kind. Wash your hands before attempting to care for the wound. Use warm water and soap and rinse at least for 30 seconds to ensure your hands are clean. Also, dry your hands well before touching the affected area to reduce the risk of infection. Rinse the affected area with clean water to remove dirt and debris. If washing does not remove all debris, use tweezers cleaned with alcohol to remove the particles. Also, remove the object that caused the puncture if still present. If the object that caused the puncture is still inside your skin and cannot be removed completely, or if you cannot remove the object without causing further damage, seek medical attention. Apply pressure with a clean cloth to stop bleeding. If bleeding occurs, apply pressure to stop it. You can use a clean cloth to press the injury or, if available, an ice pack wrapped in a towel. Depending on the type and size of the injury, the puncture might not be bleeding at all. Apply a thin layer of antimicrobial ointment over the area. Do this ONLY for superficial wounds. If the wound is large, open and affects deep tissues, do not apply any topical medication and seek medical attention. Cover the wound with a clean dressing or a bandage. This will help keep the wound clean and reduces the risk of infection and other complications. Change the bandage a few times a day and every time it gets wet or dirty. Consult your doctor whether you should receive a tetanus booster shot within 48 hours. This is usually recommended if it's been more than 5 years since you've had a tetanus shot. Even minor puncture wounds can lead to infection. Watch the area for signs of infection (redness, pain, pus or swelling). If the wound is not healing or you notice excessive pain, warmth, redness and/or drainage, seek medical attention immediately. Wash your hands thoroughly. Use warm water and hand soap to wash away visible dirt. Avoid touching the wound with dirty hands as this can lead to infection. If you do not have access to clean water, use gloves or a wet wipe to clean your hands. Rinse the wound with clean water to wash away dirt. Be careful not to rip the loose piece of skin (if still attached) apart. Gently pat or air-dry the affected area afterward. Cover the wound with a bandage. If the loose piece of skin is still present, place it back over the wound to cover it before you apply the bandage. This will help seal the wound. Optionally, you can also use a nonstick, non-adhesive sterile pad and a tubular bandage to hold the pad in place. Change the bandage a few times a day, especially if it becomes wet. Carefully remove the old bandage, rinse the wound gently if needed, and apply a new bandage. | Wash your hands. Rinse the affected area with clean water to remove all dirt and debris from the wound and the surrounding skin. Control bleeding by applying direct pressure to the wound. Apply a thin layer of topical antimicrobial ointment to the affected area. Place a bandage over the cut. Change the bandage a few times a day, especially if it becomes wet or dirty. Halt the burning process to stop the injury. Apply lotion to the burn. Take over-the-counter pain reliever if the burn is causing pain. Try to keep blisters intact. Watch the area for signs of infection. Wash your hands before attempting to care for the wound. Rinse the affected area with clean water to remove dirt and debris. Apply pressure with a clean cloth to stop bleeding. Apply a thin layer of antimicrobial ointment over the area. Cover the wound with a clean dressing or a bandage. Watch the area for signs of infection (redness, pain, pus or swelling). Wash your hands thoroughly. Rinse the wound with clean water to wash away dirt. Cover the wound with a bandage. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Dr.-Pepper | How to Make Dr. Pepper | Although the exact recipe for modern Dr. Pepper is a closely-guarded secret, you can make a similar version yourself. Open a bottle of regular cola, and pour it into a chilled glass or mix your drink directly in the bottle. Pour in 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and then let the drink rest for a few minutes so the ingredients can combine. If you want a sweeter or a stronger flavor, add more of each extract. | Add almond and vanilla extracts to a large glass or small pitcher. Use 0.5 tsp (2.5 mL) of each extract. Choose a glass or pitcher that can hold at least 24 fl oz (710 mL) of liquid. You can try adding the extracts directly to a 20 fl oz (590 mL) bottle of cola, but it's easier to combine the ingredients thoroughly in a separate container. Pour 20 fl oz (590 mL) of cola into the glass or pitcher. There is some debate concerning the exact type of cola you need to use for this recipe to turn out right. The majority opinion is that Pepsi works better than Coca-Cola or any other off-brand cola variety. You can experiment with different types, however, and make that determination for yourself. Use cold cola, if possible. That way, you won't need to chill the finished drink before enjoying it. Stir the mixture and give it a taste test. Swirl the drink around quickly with a long spoon or a straw, then give it a sip. If you want a sweeter taste or a stronger flavor, stir in an additional 0.25 tsp (1.2 mL) of one or both extracts to the drink. Alternatively, if the extract flavors are already too strong, you can stir in another 0.5 c (120 mL) of cola or soda water to the drink. You may need to transfer the drink to a larger container, however. Enjoy your homemade Dr Pepper chilled. If your soda is already cold, you can enjoy it as-is. If not, add a few ice cubes and give it another stir. Or, cover the glass or pitcher with plastic wrap and refrigerate the drink until it feels cold enough to enjoy as usual. Covering the drink while chilling it will keep it from going flat. Combine the cola stevia and cherry flavoring in a 12 fl oz (350 mL) glass. Use the dropper that comes with the cola stevia bottle to add 40 drops. Grab a teaspoon to add the 1.5 tsp (7.4 mL) of natural cherry flavoring. Mix them well with a spoon or stirring rod to blend the flavors. Stevia is a natural sweetener that grows as a plant. Cola stevia is a liquid stevia extract flavored with a generic cola taste. You can find cola stevia and natural cherry flavoring at health food stores, online retailers, and some grocery stores. Pour in 8 oz (250 ml) of cold, carbonated soda water. The carbonation will begin to combine the flavoring ingredients. However, to ensure more even flavor distribution, use a stirring rod, spoon, or straw to gently and slowly mix the drink a few times. Work carefully so that you do not cause too many bubbles to form. You might cause the drink to bubble over and/or make it go flat. Use cold soda water so you don't have to chill the drink before enjoying it. Enjoy your concoction as soon as possible. Ideally, the drink should already be cold enough to enjoy. If you want it to be colder, however, either stir in a few ice cubes or cover the glass with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for 15 minutes or so before drinking. The drink will lose its carbonation fairly quickly, so don't leave it sitting around before enjoying it. Make simple syrup on your stovetop. Begin by boiling 0.25 c (59 mL) of water in a small saucepan over high heat. Once the water is boiling, add 0.5 c (113 g) of sugar and stir it in well. Keep stirring the boiling mixture constantly until there are no visible grains of sugar left and the liquid looks clear. Set aside 2 US tbsp (30 mL) of this simple syrup for your Dr Pepper recipe. Save the rest in a sealed plastic or glass container stored in the refrigerator. Caramelize sugar for the recipe. Sprinkle 0.25 c (57 g) of white granulated sugar into a small, heavy saucepan. Spread the granules out so they form an even layer. Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat. Once the sugar begins to brown around the edges, stir it with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula to distribute the heat more evenly. Remove the pan from the heat as soon as the sugar melts and takes on a dark amber color. The caramelized sugar should begin to smoke slightly immediately before you remove it from the heat. When done, set aside 10 minims (650 mg) of caramelized sugar for use in your drink. You can save the rest, if desired, by transferring it to a non-reactive sealed container and storing it in the refrigerator. Combine the ingredients (except soda water) in a 12 fl oz (350 mL) glass. Stir the raspberry vinegar, vanilla extract, almond extract, food grade citric acid, food grade phosphoric acid, caramelized sugar, and simple syrup with a stirring rod or spoon to mix them thoroughly. Let the caramelized sugar and simple syrup cool to room temperature before you combine the ingredients. When purchasing citric acid and phosphoric acid, use food grade quality only. The original recipe called for hydrocyanic acid, which is not readily available for commercial purchase. Since this solution tastes like almonds, almond extract has been substituted in its place. Add 7 fl oz (210 mL) of cold soda water. Slowly pour the water directly over the ingredients in the bottom of the glass. Then, carefully mix the contents of the glass with a stirring rod or spoon. Do not stir the drink too rapidly, since doing so will release more bubbles and may cause the drink to go flat before you can drink it. Use cold soda water if possible. If you chill the soda water before you add it to the flavoring ingredients, you should not need to chill the finished drink before drinking it. Try your chilled, old fashioned Dr Pepper. If the drink is already cold enough, you do not need to refrigerate it. Otherwise, add some ice cubes or refrigerate the drink for 15 minutes or so before enjoying it. Originally, Dr Pepper did not contain caffeine, which is why this supposedly original recipe does not contain caffeine, either. Note that this formula was printed in 1912, back when Dr Pepper was still used as a pharmaceutical remedy for digestive problems. As such, this recipe will not taste like contemporary Dr Pepper purchased in the store. If you want to know what the original drink tasted like, however, this recipe will give you a good idea. Process or crush the ingredients (minus soda water) together. Place the cinnamon sticks, barley, lemon flavoring, rock sugar, and red bell peppers in a food processor. Pulse them until they're well-combined. The resulting mixture does not need to be a smooth paste or puree. You only need to crush and combine the ingredients well enough to release their flavors. If you don't have a food processor, use a mortar and pestle to crush the ingredients. A blender may also work. You may need to break the cinnamon sticks into 2 in (5.1 cm) pieces or smaller before adding them to the food processor. Add the blended ingredients and soda water together. Place the flavoring ingredients in a non-reactive, resealable container that holds at least 1.5 US qt (1.4 L)—for instance, a glass pitcher with a lid. Pour 1 US qt (0.95 L) of soda water over the ingredients and mix them lightly with a spoon or stirring rod to combine them. Keep this mixture in the sealed pitcher or other airtight container. Doing so will slow the production of bubbles, thereby preventing the drink from going flat. Steep and chill the mixture for 3 hours. Seal the container and place the concoction in your refrigerator. Let the flavorings steep into the soda water for no less than 3 hours. You can let the ingredients steep for a longer period of time, but the drink will lose carbonation and go increasingly flat. A longer steeping time might produce a stronger flavor but ultimately result in a less palatable drink. Strain the mixture and serve your mock Dr Pepper. Pour the drink through a wire strainer that's placed over a bowl or a clean pitcher. Discard the strained solids and save the remaining liquid. Serve it right away to preserve the carbonation. You can seal the beverage in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge, but it will still likely go flat within several hours. | Add almond and vanilla extracts to a large glass or small pitcher. Pour 20 fl oz (590 mL) of cola into the glass or pitcher. Stir the mixture and give it a taste test. Enjoy your homemade Dr Pepper chilled. Combine the cola stevia and cherry flavoring in a 12 fl oz (350 mL) glass. Pour in 8 oz (250 ml) of cold, carbonated soda water. Enjoy your concoction as soon as possible. Make simple syrup on your stovetop. Caramelize sugar for the recipe. Combine the ingredients (except soda water) in a 12 fl oz (350 mL) glass. Add 7 fl oz (210 mL) of cold soda water. Try your chilled, old fashioned Dr Pepper. Process or crush the ingredients (minus soda water) together. Add the blended ingredients and soda water together. Steep and chill the mixture for 3 hours. Strain the mixture and serve your mock Dr Pepper. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Type-Fractions | How to Type Fractions | To type a fraction on a PC, start by entering the numerator or top number in the fraction. Then, addd a forward slash to represent the divide sign and include the denominator immediately afterwards. For common fractions, such as 1/2 or 1/4, hold down the "alt" key and enter the code numbers 0189 or 0188. Alternatively, find the fraction you want to use in another document or by searching for it online. Finally, select the fraction, copy it to your clipboard, and paste it into your document. | Use the division symbol to type a fraction. This may be done by first typing the numerator (the top number of the fraction), the forward slash key ( / ), and the denominator (the bottom number of a fraction). An example would look like 5/32. If you want to type a whole number with a fraction, simply type the whole number followed by a space, and then include the fraction following the instruction above. For example 1 1/2. Use the auto-formatting feature in Word programs. There is a feature that will convert a fraction typed using the forward slash (as in the step above), and convert to a fraction symbol, which features the numerator and denominator separated by a horizontal bar. This function is usually on by default. However, you can check to make sure it is on by going to "Word Options", in the dialog box that appears click, "Proofing", and then click "AutoCorrect Options". There, you can turn AutoCorrect on or off, and you can also edit when and how it corrects certain things. Be aware that this function may not work for all fractions. Use keyboard shortcuts for common fractions. A few common fractions have keyboard shortcuts that you can use by holding down the Alt key and typing the code numbers. 1/2 = Alt + 0 1 8 9 1/4 = Alt + 0 1 8 8 3/4 = Alt + 0 1 9 0 Use an equation field in Word programs to type a fraction. You can also create a fraction in Word by using the equation function. Place the cursor where you would like the fraction to be. Press Ctrl + F9 at the same time to insert a pair of field brackets. Place the cursor inside the field brackets, and type EQ \F(n, d). The "n" is the numerator and the "d" is the denominator. You must use all capital letters, and follow the EQ with a space. Press the ⇧ Shift + F9 at the same time to create the fraction. Use the superscript and subscript formatting to type fractions in Word programs. In Word, you can format the font so that it appears as superscript text or subscript text. This will allow you to manipulate the font so that it appears as a fraction. Type the numerator, and highlight it. Select Format from the menu, click Font, then select Superscript. Press Ctrl and the space bar to clear the formatting for the next step. Type a forward slash ( / ). Type the denominator and highlight it. Select Format, then Font, then Subscript. Press Ctrl + Space to clear the formatting again and move on with your typing. Go to “System Preferences” in your menu bar. Here you will find all of the settings for your mac. Select “Language and Region”. Click on “Keyboard Preferences”. Click on the tab entitled “Input Sources”. Make sure the “Show Input menu in menu bar” box is checked. Exit system preferences. Now that you have done this, the flag of your country should appear in your menu bar at the top right of your screen. Click on the Input menu in your menu bar. This will allow you to access all of the special symbols on your Mac. Click “Show Emoji and Symbols”. In the search box, type out the fraction you are looking for (e.g. 1/2=half, 1/8=eighth, 1/4=quarter). In the search results you will see the fraction you wish to insert into your document. Double click the fraction in the results box, and it should be inserted into whatever document you are working in. Save the fractions you use often to your “Favorites”. This will allow you to use the fractions you use often quickly and without searching for them. Turn on the auto-correct feature in Pages. In most of Mac's standard apps (e.g. Mail, Safari, Text Edit, etc.) this feature is already turned on, but if you are using Pages, you must turn the feature on yourself. While in Pages, go to “Preferences”. Select “Auto-Corrections” A box with several options will pop up. Here you should check the box next to “Symbol and Text Substitutions”. Next, check the symbols and substitutions you are interested in using. In this case, make sure you check the “Fractions” box. Type a fraction in your Pages document. Now you're ready. Begin by typing the numerator (number on top), a forward slash ( / ), and then the denominator (the number on the bottom). Pages should now automatically change this to look like a fraction. Copy and Paste your Fraction. If you are having trouble using one of the methods above, you can always copy and paste your fraction from another document or from the internet. Find the fraction. If the fraction you want to use appears somewhere else in the document, or perhaps in a different document, then you can quickly copy and paste it. Highlight the fraction you want to use with your cursor. Right click on the highlighted text and click "copy". Click back to the document and place the cursor where you want the text to appear. Right click again, and click "paste". If the text doesn't match the format of the document you are working in, highlight the newly pasted fraction, and change the font and font size to that of the text in the document. Search the internet. If you do not have the fraction handy in a different document, you can find it on a web page by searching for the fraction + the word "fraction". For example, if you want to include 1/10, search for "1/10 fraction". Click through the results until you find the fraction you are looking for. Then, as above, highlight the fraction, and copy and paste it into your document. If you need to change the formatting, highlight the fraction again and then change it to the correct font and font size. You may also need to make it bold (or regular) when necessary. | Use the division symbol to type a fraction. Use the auto-formatting feature in Word programs. Use keyboard shortcuts for common fractions. Use an equation field in Word programs to type a fraction. Use the superscript and subscript formatting to type fractions in Word programs. Go to “System Preferences” in your menu bar. Click on the Input menu in your menu bar. Save the fractions you use often to your “Favorites”. Turn on the auto-correct feature in Pages. Type a fraction in your Pages document. Copy and Paste your Fraction. Find the fraction. Search the internet. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Prepare-Oyster-Mushrooms | How to Prepare Oyster Mushrooms | To prepare sautéed oyster mushrooms, start by trimming and washing the mushrooms, then cutting them into ½ inch thick slices. Next, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a non-stick skillet. Then, add the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6 minutes. Serve the mushrooms once they're cool enough to handle, or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. | Trim the oyster mushrooms. Take a sharp knife and cut the tip off of the large, central stem that connects the oyster mushrooms together. The oyster mushrooms should fall away. Cut off the stems of each oyster mushroom, since these are tough. You can discard the stems or save them to make a vegetable stock. Wash and cut the oyster mushrooms. Thoroughly wash the oyster mushrooms to remove any dirt, insects, straw, or wood debris. Take a paper towel or kitchen towel and blot the oyster mushrooms until they're dry. Cut the mushrooms into thick slices (about 1/2 inch or 12 mm thick). Try to use as little water as possible while washing since these mushrooms can become water-logged. Since oyster mushrooms grow on logs, straw, or sawdust, it's important to clean them well. Insects can hide in the gills so pay attention to cleaning them. Heat the oil in a pan and add the oyster mushrooms. Pour 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of extra-virgin olive oil into a large nonstick skillet. Turn the heat to medium-high. Once the oil is hot and shimmers, place the oyster mushrooms in the skillet. Season and sauté the oyster mushrooms for 6 minutes. Stir the oyster mushrooms and sprinkle them with salt and pepper according to your taste. Continue to stir and cook the oyster mushrooms until they've softened and browned a little. This should take about 6 minutes. Taste and serve the simple sautéed mushrooms. Transfer the oyster mushrooms to a serving platter and taste them. Adjust the salt and pepper, if needed. Serve the oyster mushrooms once they're cool enough to handle. Store the leftover oyster mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Trim the oyster mushrooms. Use a sharp knife to cut the tip off of the large, central stem that connects the oyster mushrooms together. Once the oyster mushrooms fall away, you can trim off the stems of each oyster mushroom. Discard the stems or save them to make a vegetable stock. Wash and chop the oyster mushrooms. Wash the oyster mushrooms to remove any dirt, insects, straw, or wood debris that might be trapped in the gills. Use a paper towel or kitchen towel to blot the oyster mushrooms until they're dry. Chop the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces. Clean the oyster mushrooms well since they grow on logs, straw, or sawdust. Boil the oyster mushrooms for 20 seconds and drain them. Heat a large pot (at least 4 quarts or 3.78 liters) full of water to a boil over high heat. Stir in the mushroom pieces and boil them for 20 seconds so they soften a little. Set a strainer in the sink and drain the mushrooms through it. If you don't have a strainer, you can scoop the mushroom pieces out with a slotted spoon. Sauté the garlic for 30 seconds. Pour 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of vegetable oil into a nonstick skillet and turn the heat to medium-high. Heat the oil for 1 minute and stir in 2 cloves of chopped garlic. Stir and sauté the garlic until it smells fragrant. This should take 30 seconds. Stir in the oyster mushrooms and sugar. Place the drained oyster mushrooms into the skillet and stir them into the garlic. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) of sugar over the mushrooms and stir the mixture. Stir-fry the mushrooms for 1 1/2 minutes. Continue to stir and fry the mushrooms over medium-high heat until the mushrooms begin to brown around the edges. This should take 1 1/2 minutes. Season and stir fry the mushrooms for 1 more minute. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) of salt and 2 teaspoons (10 ml) of light soy sauce over the mushrooms. Stir and fry the mushrooms until the seasonings are absorbed. This should take 1 minute. Serve the stir-fried oyster mushrooms. Turn off the heat and transfer the stir-fried mushrooms to a serving plate. Serve the mushrooms along with steamed rice and other stir-fried vegetables. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Trim the king oyster mushrooms. Use a sharp knife and slice about 1 cm from the bottom of each stem. Discard the end pieces. Wash and slice the king oyster mushrooms. Thoroughly wash the king oyster mushrooms to remove any dirt or grit. Use a paper towel or kitchen towel to blot the oyster mushrooms until they're dry. Cut the mushrooms lengthwise into thick slices (about 1/4 inch or 6 mm thick). Preheat the oven and spread the king oyster mushrooms on a sheet. Turn the oven on to 425 °F (218 °C). Get out a rimmed baking sheet and lay the slices of king oyster mushroom on it. The mushrooms can be overlapping a little on the sheet. Drizzle butter, stock, and olive oil over the mushrooms. Dice 4 tablespoons (56 g) of cold unsalted butter and scatter the pieces evenly across the mushrooms. Drizzle 1/2 cup (120 ml) of chicken stock or low-sodium broth and 1/4 cup (120 ml) of extra-virgin olive oil over the mushrooms. Sprinkle the mushrooms with salt and pepper to taste. Roast the king oyster mushrooms for 50 minutes. Put the sheet of mushrooms in the preheated oven and roast them until the liquids have evaporated. The mushrooms should become a little browned and soft. Turn them occasionally and roast them for 50 minutes. Garnish the mushrooms with parsley and serve them. Remove the mushrooms from the oven. Use paper towels to blot any excess moisture from the mushrooms and transfer them to a serving plate. Chop 2 tablespoons (7 g) of flat-leaf parsley and sprinkle it over the mushrooms. Serve the king oyster mushrooms while they're still hot. Store the leftover oyster mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. | Trim the oyster mushrooms. Wash and cut the oyster mushrooms. Heat the oil in a pan and add the oyster mushrooms. Season and sauté the oyster mushrooms for 6 minutes. Taste and serve the simple sautéed mushrooms. Trim the oyster mushrooms. Wash and chop the oyster mushrooms. Boil the oyster mushrooms for 20 seconds and drain them. Sauté the garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in the oyster mushrooms and sugar. Stir-fry the mushrooms for 1 1/2 minutes. Season and stir fry the mushrooms for 1 more minute. Serve the stir-fried oyster mushrooms. Trim the king oyster mushrooms. Wash and slice the king oyster mushrooms. Preheat the oven and spread the king oyster mushrooms on a sheet. Drizzle butter, stock, and olive oil over the mushrooms. Roast the king oyster mushrooms for 50 minutes. Garnish the mushrooms with parsley and serve them. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Good-Songwriter | How to Be a Good Songwriter | To be a good songwriter, get started by freewriting to let your creativity take over. Set a timer for 5 minutes and just write whatever comes to your mind. After you're done warming up, see if any ideas leap out at you that are worth developing into your song. Take one of these ideas and turn it into lyrics that make sense to you. As you write, don't get caught up in trying to follow an exact structure because it's more important to get your lyrics down first, then you can play with the order and style later. For example, if the chorus comes to you before the intro, verses or ending of the song, just go with the flow and write it first, letting the rest of the song come to you as it feels right. | Relax and start writing whatever rhymes, phrases, or ideas come to mind. Don't lose the faith that brought you to this article just because a brilliant song isn't bursting out of you. The only way to have creative thoughts is to do creative work. So grab a pen and paper and start scribbling. Spend your first 5-10 minutes writing just warming up your brain and relaxing into "songwriting" mode. Freewrite for 5 minutes. Put the pen to paper and put on a timer, and don't ever stop writing until the timer is done. It doesn't matter what you say, just that you're saying something at all. When you're done, read over it and see if any lines or ideas stick out for a song. Improvise on your instrument, humming melodies or even blurting out lines, rhymes, and ideas. If one catches your fancy, follow it and see if it leads to a song. Review your old idea notebook and expand on one idea you like. If you have a collection of ideas, lines, and melodies somewhere, pull it up and review it for a few minutes. If you find an idea you like, spend a few minutes writing down every thought you can relate to that idea. Write songs in whatever order they come to you. Some days you'll come up with a great verse, but have no chorus to back it up. Some days you'll write a killer instrumental line but have no idea what lyrics it needs. Most people think that you have to have a specified topic about something in order to write a really good song, but in reality all you need to do is write. Keep working on ideas and you'll notice that they start to develop and join together naturally. Tack up different song titles or ideas on your wall. Each time you come up with a line or new part of the song, post it underneath the title, moving it around when necessary. Consider song structure as you develop lyrics and melodies. Song structure is simply the order in which you place your parts, and is most commonly something like: Intro → Verse → Chorus → Verse → Chorus → Breakdown/Change Up → Chorus → Outro. However, there are a million ways to adjust this structure to fit your song and style, including: Many songs feature a "bridge," which is a short, new set of lyrics or melody between the Chorus and Melody. Songs off Bob Dylan's seminal album Blood on the Tracks" and Lupe Fiasco's song "Murals" both feature verses with no chorus or bridge, highlighting the wide-ranging ideas and songwriting talents of the artists. You don't need to follow any form if you don't want to. If you're an instrumentalist, where would you fit a solo, instrumental break, or change of melody? How, as a listener, are you pulled from section to section? Grab an instrument and start playing underneath your words. Now that you have all of your words brainstormed you can mix and match different sentence fragments to get some lyrics. With an instrument in hand, start experimenting with different melodies that sound good to you. Hum or whistle along while playing to make up the melodies for your lyrics, experimenting until you find something you like. It is rare that the entire, finished idea will come to you at once. So keep improvising until you find something that clicks. Re-write once you feel confident in the developing ideas. If something doesn't make sense, write it again and try to accompany it with other rhyming words and sentences. While rewriting, work on cutting away ideas that don't work and finding the theme of the song. Now that you have some parts, what is the song "about?" Even if the answer is "nothing," you want to use your rewrite to hone in on this idea and make the song as impactful as possible. After re-writing you want a nearly finished song structure. It will change as the song develops, but you want to get to a point where you could play the entire song at once and see how it sounds. Get feedback and advice on the song. Play the song for a friend, share it on the internet, and start getting feedback. Do people tap their feet? Do they hum along? Do they come up with the same theme for the song that you do? Music is meant to be shared with others, and you'll notice that your song will subtly evolve as you keep playing it. This is natural, and it is often after a few performances that you can finally perfect the song and move on to another one. James Brown developed the genre of funk at live shows when he noticed what songs, parts, and instruments people were dancing the most to. Try a few simple tricks to adjust your songs if you get stuck in a rut. All writers, no matter what they are writing, get stuck from time to time. The best advice if you get stuck is to keep writing. Inspiration is not something that is turned on and off randomly -- you need to sit down and write in order to write great songs. Try the following tips and tricks to keep you writing, even when if feels like nothing is working: Reverse the chords. If you love the verse melody but have no chorus, reverse the chords. What happens if you reverse half of them, or swap two out? Say it differently from your favorite song. Rappers like Jay-Z used to re-write their favorite songs, keeping the same structure but changing the words inside and rhymes, as a songwriting exercise. Create contradictions. If you've got a slow, long chord melody, try using short, staccato phrase when you sing. If you've got a peppy, high-tempo song, try bringing down the energy in the bridge or breakdown. Write with a partner. The most successful songwriting duo in history, Lennon/McCartney, had to be on to something. Drop your judgment and break some rules. The best artists know the rules so that they can break them. There is no "wrong" way to break a song, so listen to your own imagination and write what sounds good to you. Learn to sing and play your favorite songs. The best singers in the world spent years learning the songs of other songwriters, studying the art form and playing music daily. The Beatles spent 2 years in Germany as a cover band, sometimes playing for 8-10 hours each night. Bob Dylan covered folk songs, even lifting old-time melodies, for years before he started recording only original music. Both Bob and the Beatles are considered some of the greatest songwriters to ever live -- and they both started as cover bands. This isn't a mistake, this is because they needed to learn from the greats before becoming greats themselves. Write down fragments of songs whenever they come to you. Don't feel like you need to have a full song in your head in order to write it down. Even if all you think of is a single rhyme, or you just imagine a wordless melody to hum, record it for later. These kernels of music may fit perfectly into songs you haven't finished yet, or become the seeds of completely new songs over time. Great songwriters are writing constantly. Dedicate a notebook to music. Whenever you're out of inspiration, turn back to it and read a few pages -- what ideas stick out again? Famous singer-songwriter Tom Waits carries a tape recorder with him everywhere he goes, recording lines, melodies, and inspiration throughout the day and listening to it at the end of the week. Let influences hit you from anywhere. There is no experience that can't be turned into a song as long as you keep your mind open to it. From surrealistic trips into pop-culture tragedy in "American Pie," to the endless professions of love and loss in pop music, to an ode about a "Yellow Submarine," great songwriters can spin a song out of their life, imagination, the news, or simply a feeling. This isn't to say that your should write about anything and everything, simply that there is no "wrong" topic for a song. Don't purge your ideas because you "don't think they'd make a good song." Just let your ideas flow without judgment -- you can decide if an idea isn't worth it when you're recording your album or writing a set list. No idea is too small to become a song. "99 Red Balloons" is about a Rolling Stones concert effect where they released balloons, for example. "I think songwriting is the ultimate form of being able to make anything that happens in your life productive." --Taylor Swift Steal from your favorite artists, bands, and songs. "Good artists borrow, great artists steal." Interestingly enough, this quote was originally attributed to Picasso but is also found in the writing of T.S. Elliot, Steve Jobs, and many others, all of whom may have stolen it. The point is simple -- you need to consciously pull your influences and inspirations into your writing. If you're struggling with a melody for your new song, play the chords from a similar song. Snap up your favorite lines from songs and re-use them in interesting ways, and realize that this isn't really "stealing," it is just the artistic process. All art is a combination of your own feelings and the notes, chords, and melodies that are already written -- so own up to this and start stealing like a pro. Note how Vampire Weekend's "Step" re-purposes several melody lines from Souls of Mischief's "Step to My Girl." Bob Dylan's famous, game-changing lyrics to "Blowin' in the Wind" is set to the old melody of "No More Auction Block." Hip-hop is built on sampling, homages, and borrowed clips. Sometimes it's obvious ("50 [Cent] told me go 'head mix the style up"], sometimes it's subtle ("there she goes again / the dopest Ethiopian"). Play an instrument regularly. There is a reason that many of the best songwriters can play 5-10 different instruments, even if only a little bit. Playing a song without thinking of words sharpens your ear for melody, rhythm, and song structure. It also helps you think about music without the pressure of coming up with original words. Even if the instrument isn't one that you normally play, spend some time getting to know music in all of its forms -- it will improve your songwriting considerably. You don't have to play multiple instruments to be a songwriter, just something musical. Start playing an easy melody instrument like a piano or guitar to learn the guts of your music as you write Enjoy your life outside of songwriting. It may seem like odd advice to stop songwriting in order to be a better songwriter, but you need to live your life to the fullest to give yourself fuel for a great song. The best way to do this is to set aside time for songwriting every single day, giving yourself a few dedicated hours to focus on your craft. As you get used to this schedule, you'll find it helps you turn on "songwriting mode" when you need to write, and you won't feel worried about not-writing when you're at a party, on a hike, or reading a book. “Life isn't a support-system for art. It's the other way around.” -- Stephen King | Relax and start writing whatever rhymes, phrases, or ideas come to mind. Write songs in whatever order they come to you. Consider song structure as you develop lyrics and melodies. Grab an instrument and start playing underneath your words. Re-write once you feel confident in the developing ideas. Get feedback and advice on the song. Try a few simple tricks to adjust your songs if you get stuck in a rut. Learn to sing and play your favorite songs. Write down fragments of songs whenever they come to you. Let influences hit you from anywhere. Steal from your favorite artists, bands, and songs. Play an instrument regularly. Enjoy your life outside of songwriting. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Learn-Video-Editing | How to Learn Video Editing | To learn video editing, start by making sure you have the ideal software, like Apple iMovie if you own an Apple device, or Adobe Premiere if you work on Windows. If you just want to try video editing out without making an investment, download a free program such as Lightworks. Next, start filming anything and everything to build up video footage, import the videos, and add clips to the timeline. Then, rearrange the clips into different orders to tell different stories, and insert smooth transitions between the clips. Finally, export the final video to save your edits. | Film footage to gather some practice material. Film anything and everything, as long as there's lots of it. Don't worry about trying to tell a story, just film your surroundings, the local park, your street, your room, or even your pet. Most modern phones are able to shoot HD footage that is perfect for practicing your editing skills. If you don't have a camera handy, or just want to get started on editing , you can download video clips online to practice on. Import the footage into your software. Usually editing software will have what's called a 'bin', a specific place in the program to store all your raw footage. This will look like a list of folders or a large blank space on the left side of the main editing screen. If you can't find an import button some software will allow you to drag in the file from your computer into the software. Add clips to the timeline. After you have imported footage into the bins, start dragging them onto the 'timeline'. The timeline appears as a long horizontal bar that takes up the bottom half of the editing screen. The timeline is where the majority of the work will be done. Here, you can order, rearrange, and manipulate the footage in a variety of ways. Rearrange the clips on the timeline. Although the footage shot may be random, try rearranging the clips into different orders to tell different stories. To do so, click and drag the long rectangular box (that represents the video clip) back and forth. The clips you place together can affect each other. The viewer of a video will always be thinking about the following clip in the context of the previous one. When you're watching a movie, TV show or video clip, the cut can become completely invisible if performed correctly. Trim the video clips to change the pace of the video. The name of the tool varies from program to program, but generally it's called the 'Trim' tool. You use this tool to trim the front or back of a clip to make it shorter or to extend it outwards. Click the very edge of a video clip in the timeline and drag it inwards and outwards. This will 'trim' the clip. Implement transitions to make cuts more appealing. Depending on the tone of the video being made, a pre-made transition from one clip to another can give the video a breath of fresh air. Navigate to the 'Transitions' tab located in most editing software and drag a transition you like to the cut between two video clips. Although transitions are fun, always be thinking about who you're making the video for. Too many exaggerated transitions can detract from the quality of a video. Export the video from the editing software to save your edits. Once you've finished trimming, rearranging and importing all the footage you like, it's now time to export the video. The software collects all the edits you made of the clips and 'encodes' them into a friendly format. Sometimes exporting can be intimidating due to the sheer amount of options available to you in the software. If in doubt, always export at 24 frames per second (fps) and at 1080p. This means that you'll be able to play the final video in the media player of your choice. The quality will usually look better after the video is exported. Learn how to cut clips. Sometimes you'll want to completely cut the end off a video clip, or segment a clip into two. This tool varies in name, but it's usually called a 'Cut' tool that is symbolized by a small razor blade. Click the tool and your cursor should change to a picture of a razor blade. Align your cursor with where you want to slice the clip in two and left click. You'll now be able to drag the clip apart. This technique derives from the days when editors had to literally slice a piece of film with a razor that they'd keep behind their ear. Add music to your video by importing it into a 'bin'. On the timeline the video clips take up a single horizontal bar. There will be another bar below the video clip that will be empty. This is reserved for music to go along with the video. If the bar below is already occupied, this means that the sound of the recorded video is already attached. To add your own music, import a music file just like you would a video file into a bin. Alternatively, you can simply drag a music file onto the timeline. If you want the video's audio to be silent so that your selected music can be heard you will need to separate the video clip from the audio clip. This is a different process for each piece of software, but usually if you right click a video clip an option should appear allowing you to separate them. Then, simply click the unwanted audio and press 'delete' on your keyboard. Adjust the mix to make for higher quality audio. 'Adjusting the mix' means adjusting the volume of different audio tracks so that they're not too loud or too quiet. The easiest way of doing this is by clicking the middle bar of the audio clip and dragging it up or down, making it louder and quieter respectively. The audio mix is often overlooked, but is integral to the overall quality. Some software like Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere will have dedicated sound mixing tabs at the top of the screen giving you in depth controls on audio volume. Try your hand at some color correction to make your video look professional. It's likely that if you are using your own video footage the video might be too bright, too dark, or tinted by an overriding color. This is usually due to the exposure of the camera, but this can be fixed in editing software. Most editing software will have a dedicated color correction tab where you can adjust the individual colors of an entire video clip to your liking. Delete unnecessary footage. When you're trying to tell a story, sometimes a particular clip just won't fit. Don't be afraid to cut a clip if it isn't working. It's generally rare that the final product will use all of the footage you recorded. Work with Apple iMovie if you own an Apple device. Nowadays iMovie comes pre-loaded on most Apple desktops and laptops as well as being available from the App Store for mobile devices like the iPad or iPhone. iMovie was created to be as intuitive as possible for the amateur filmmaker looking to start out in their editing careers. There's no need to advance to more specialised programs to learn the basics, especially as they will cost money whereas iMovie may come free with your computer. Use Adobe Premiere if you work on Windows. Windows has far more programs on it for basic video editing, however the cream of the crop is generally regarded to be Adobe Premiere. Premiere offers many parallels to other professional editing software and has come to attract a die-hard following. Premiere comes in at a cheaper price than its competitors, so if you have both a Windows and an Apple device available to you and are wondering which to go for, Premiere is the more cost effective choice. Purchase Corel Videostudio for a cheaper option. Below Premiere for Windows there are still many options for editing. One such software choice that is reviewed favorably is Corel Videostudio for its comparable features to Premiere and Final Cut that are more than sufficient for a fledgling editor. Corel Videostudio also boasts impressive up-to-date features such as editing of 360 VR video, a feature many editing programs lack. Download Lightworks if you can't afford to spend. If you are strapped for cash and you're not sure whether it's worth investing in some of the higher tier programs and you just need to do some basic editing, Lightworks is for you. Offering more than enough basic features for Window Users it has taken the place of Windows Movie Maker which is now no longer available for download. If you want to cut your teeth on basic editing techniques there's nothing wrong with downloading one of these free programs first to get a feel for the process. | Film footage to gather some practice material. Import the footage into your software. Add clips to the timeline. Rearrange the clips on the timeline. Trim the video clips to change the pace of the video. Implement transitions to make cuts more appealing. Export the video from the editing software to save your edits. Learn how to cut clips. Add music to your video by importing it into a 'bin'. Adjust the mix to make for higher quality audio. Try your hand at some color correction to make your video look professional. Delete unnecessary footage. Work with Apple iMovie if you own an Apple device. Use Adobe Premiere if you work on Windows. Purchase Corel Videostudio for a cheaper option. Download Lightworks if you can't afford to spend. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Coffee-Icing | How to Make Coffee Icing | To make coffee icing, start by combining 1.5 tablespoons each of instant coffee granules, water, and vanilla extract. Then, in a separate bowl, beat 12 ounces of unsalted butter until it's smooth. Next, gradually mix in 3 cups of confectioner's sugar and then add the coffee mixture and 3 tablespoons of milk. Finally, beat the mixture for 4 more minutes before storing or using the icing immediately. | Prepare the strong-brewed coffee and set it aside. You can make some using a coffee maker or one part instant coffee and one part hot water. You can also use a shot of espresso. Pour the powdered sugar through a sieve into a bowl. This will break up any clumps that might be in the sugar, resulting in a smoother texture when you finish. Mix in the strongly-brewed coffee. Pour the coffee into the sugar while mixing the sugar briskly with a fork or a small whisk. You will get a thick, syrup-like consistency. Pour the glaze over your cake, cupcake, or pastry. Work quickly, as this glaze will harden up. Combine the coffee, water, and vanilla extract and set aside. Measure out your instant coffee and put it into a small cup. Add the vanilla extract and pour in the water. Mix everything with a spoon until the coffee granules are dissolved. Mix the butter until it is smooth and fluffy. You can use a handheld mixer or even a food processor with a whisk attachment. Use a medium speed. You will need to beat the butter for about one minute until it achieves the right consistency. Lower the speed and add the sugar one cup at a time. This will prevent the sugar from flying out everywhere. Keep beating the mixture until it becomes smooth. Keep mixing for a few more minutes. Pour in the coffee and milk and mix at medium speed for four more minutes. Make sure that the instant coffee has cooled completely before you add it in, or it will melt the butter. You may have to scrape down the sides of the bowl from time to time with a spatula to ensure that everything gets mixed together. Store or use the buttercream immediately. At this point, you can spread the coffee buttercream on top of cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. You can also store it in an airtight container for about a week. Finished. | Prepare the strong-brewed coffee and set it aside. Pour the powdered sugar through a sieve into a bowl. Mix in the strongly-brewed coffee. Pour the glaze over your cake, cupcake, or pastry. Combine the coffee, water, and vanilla extract and set aside. Mix the butter until it is smooth and fluffy. Lower the speed and add the sugar one cup at a time. Pour in the coffee and milk and mix at medium speed for four more minutes. Store or use the buttercream immediately. Finished. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Learn-Quickly-when-Reading | How to Learn Quickly when Reading | To learn quickly when reading, start by familiarizing yourself with the reading's purpose. Start by looking up the text's historical context, topic, and its contents. Then, while reading, use a pen to mark the main arguments and important examples. As you read, take notes on the author's claims, your thoughts, and things you don't understand. When you've finished reading, write a summary of the author's argument to help solidify your understanding. | Pre-read the text. Give yourself a minute or two to just look things over and think about what it is that you need to absorb from the text. Use the steps in the section "Familiarizing Yourself with the Text" to Identify the basics first: Is it a list of facts? An understanding of a concept? A sequence of events? What sort of learning will you need to do? Direct your reading with questions about the content you're about to read. Especially if you are reading something that was assigned in a class, good questions to consider include: Why am I being asked to read this? What is the purpose of the assignment? How does this assignment fit in with the rest of what we have been doing? It is the main idea? Or, is it just an example or sideline to the main idea? What am I supposed to be getting out of this? (Ideas, background information, procedures, overview?) What level of detail am I going to need to retain? (Do I need to understand everything, or will the main ideas be sufficient?) Write down your answers to remind you as you read. Think about what you already know about the text. This includes considering the context in which it was written, or is used. Sample questions might include: Who wrote it? What do I know about this person? When was it written? What do I know about that time? Figure out what is in the book, how it is arranged, and where the important stuff is. Sample strategies include: Scan TOC (Table of Contents) Scan chapters and headings. Look at pictures and graphs. Read the introduction and conclusion. Scan introductory sections. Think about what you already know about the topic. You may not need to read more, or you may be able to read only the parts you still need to learn. Choose a method that works for you to highlight main ideas and important details. Marking the text serves as a way of anchoring what you've learned––you can find the ideas again quickly and it will also remind you of the initial thoughts you had when reading these marked portions. Methods of highlighting will depend on what you're reading, for example, if it's your own book or the library's or if it's printed on paper or read on a screen. Try the highlighter and pen reading system if it's your own book or paper. If you read this way, you will always have questions and comments on the reading for class discussion and your teacher will think you are a conscientious, engaged student. The method works as follows: Find 2 highlighters and a pen. The first highlighter is for key points and things you want to remember. (Be judicious—only highlight a few items per page.) The second highlighter is for things you don't understand, questions, and places you disagree. The pen is to write comments in the text. (Writing comments keeps your learning active and helps you remember the content you read.) If it's a library book, do not mark in it. Instead, make notes on cards, slips of paper, or in a separate notebook. To take notes from an on-screen text, select the text and copy and paste into another document. Some formats also allow on-screen highlighting, comments, and other ways to mark up the text. Reflect on what you have read. Don't immediately switch gears when you finish reading. (Switching gears immediately is the surest way to erase everything you just read from your short term memory.) You will process better and remember more if you take a few minutes to reflect on what you read. Try using two or more of the following strategies: Reflect on your pre-reading (fit it into the course goals). Write a summary. Here are some sample questions you could discuss: What is this writer's purpose? Who is the audience? What are the main points/topics covered? What reasons and evidence support these main points? How is it relevant to this course? Context. What am I supposed to learn from this? How and how strongly do I react to this? Why? Question the material. What do I think is wrong/right? Why? What reasons do I have for my beliefs? Review the reading material within 24 hours to process it again. This helps move the material from short-term to long-term memory. Begin any assignments promptly after reading the text. If you find you need to review the material in order to complete your assignment, you will be able to find the parts you need more quickly. | Pre-read the text. Direct your reading with questions about the content you're about to read. Write down your answers to remind you as you read. Think about what you already know about the text. Figure out what is in the book, how it is arranged, and where the important stuff is. Think about what you already know about the topic. Choose a method that works for you to highlight main ideas and important details. Try the highlighter and pen reading system if it's your own book or paper. If it's a library book, do not mark in it. To take notes from an on-screen text, select the text and copy and paste into another document. Reflect on what you have read. Try using two or more of the following strategies: Review the reading material within 24 hours to process it again. Begin any assignments promptly after reading the text. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Contingency-Plan | How to Write a Contingency Plan | To write a contingency plan, start by assessing the potential risks for your organization. Focus on risks associated with management, communications, financial resources, coordination, and technology, but you can also include natural disasters, accidents, and personnel problems. Develop realistic scenarios for the highest ranking risks, then include your intended strategies for getting the business operational again. | Prepare to write your contingency plan. The key goal should be to make sure you can maintain the operation of your organization if the disaster were to occur. It's a good idea to have a formal policy spelling out the need for a contingency plan. The plan should be simple overall. The language and directions in it should be understandable to future audiences. You never know who will have to implement it. Figure out the specific trigger that will require you to use your contingency plan. Determine how you will measure success so that you can return to normal operations. Identify all operations that are critical to your business continuing. Make sure the plan answers the three key questions of contingency plans. Making sure your plan addresses each of these three questions will help you ensure you don't miss anything. What could happen? What will we do in response? What can we do in advance to prepare? Figure out the risks that are most likely to occur for your specific organization. Determining potential risks is one of the most important aspects of a contingency plan. This won't be a one-size-fits-all process. You need to determine the risks that are unique to the organization. There are many possible risks that businesses can face. Natural disasters, such as floods, hurricanes and droughts may require a contingency plan. Other possible risks include a crisis, work site accident, personnel problems (like death of a leader or a strike), data loss, mismanagement, and product issues (like a recall). You should focus on areas including management, communications, financial resources, coordination, logistical and technical responses. Technical disasters can include those components of your organization dealing with communication infrastructure. You will want to consider potential loss of data or customers. Prioritize the risks. Rank the risks based on the probability they will occur. All risks are not created equal, and most contingency plans can't deal in depth with every single potential risk. You need to figure out which are most likely and would affect the company most. Focus in on the most critical events. You should list every single event that might affect operations, but then rank them 1 to 10. What would be the impact of each event? A small fire isolated to one machine will likely rank lower than the entire plant burning down, for example. Then, develop a ranking for how often the risk might occur. For example, you could score it a 10 if it could happen once a month and a 1 if it might happen once in 100 years. Then, multiply the two scores, for likelihood and impact, to get a total score. Work on the highest scores first. Come up with a cut off. You might look at the low score items and develop a general process, though. Areas that are essential to the organization's survival are usually put at the top, such as maintaining cash flow, market share, and staff support. Develop scenarios for the highest-ranked risks. You will need to produce realistic scenarios for each risk in order to develop an effective contingency plan. Specifically outline what could happen if each of the top priority risks was to occur. You can start determining impacts after you develop the scenarios thoroughly. What could be the ultimate impact of each scenario, in detail? You could develop different gradations of the same scenario, such as the best-case, most likely case, and worst-case scenario. Create a timeline for how the scenarios might unfold. Determine who will be in charge of what and when. Don't forget to update contact lists and determine who will be responsible for notifications. Outline time frames. What will happen on the first day or the first week? Be very specific. You could have timelines for scenarios that deal with physical vulnerabilities, organizational vulnerabilities and institutional vulnerabilities. For example, physical vulnerability might deal with infrastructure. Organizational might deal with whether there are early warning systems or skilled response teams. Institutional vulnerabilities might deal with whether there are financial resources available or external partners. Different people might be in charge of different aspects. Decide what will be most essential to get your business operational again. Explore these angles in detail. Chart out capacities as well as vulnerabilities. What capacity does the organization have to meet risks or mitigate them? For example, say the potential hazard is a flood. A potential risk might be river floods overflowing the banks and affecting homes in the area. The vulnerability might be poor infrastructure. The capacity might be having skilled personnel on hand. Do an honest assessment of resources. What functions will you have to change or reduce because of limited resources? Perform a business impact analysis. You want to identify which areas are necessary for the business to meet its mission and continue operating. Find ways to reduce risk. It's usually not enough to develop a “Plan B” and then sit back and hope it never comes to fruition. Assess how you can take steps immediately to reduce the risks. Develop preventative strategies. Consider the availability of partners. What local resources would be available if the disaster struck? Would neighbors be willing to help? The best contingency plans help companies pinpoint areas they can improve so that they reduce the likelihood of the plan being needed in the first place. You might realize you need insurance, for example, or should have disaster drills. Perhaps you realize that key personnel need additional training. When it comes to data threats, you could have a back-up system installed. Devise a plan for each scenario Communicate about the plan to all employees. You need to educate key people in your organization about the place before it's ever needed. Tell people which role and responsibilities they will have so there's no confusion if the plan needs to be implemented in an emergency. This will reduce the chances of panic. Give people the proper training they will need to meet their obligations as outlined in the plan. Hold drills if needed. Make adjustments after observing training. Test your contingency plan. You can make testing manageable and cost-effective by testing in four stages. If an area proves to be flawed or conflicts with contingency plans from other departments, you can edit and the retest the plan. Conduct a senior staff review. The senior staff chooses a date and time to go over all contingency plans and recognize the people who thoroughly completed their assignment. Perform an interdepartmental review. This is where every department reviews another department's plans. This is the stage that allocates resources and identifies conflicts. Study failures of critical systems. This testing stage can be localized within departments. Testing involves the simulation of system and/or vendor failures. You can role play scenarios without having to actually shut down important equipment or processes. The real deal. Finally, you should fully test out the contingency plan. This can involve short-term shutdowns in key areas done in real time. Store the plan in a place where it can be easily accessed. If disaster strikes, you don't want the plan to burn down with the fire or be swept away with the flood. You don't want a data breach to make it hard to retrieve the plan when you need it most. Find a location for the plan (or a copy of it) in a different location. You want to keep it somewhere, though, where you can get to it fast if you need to. Always keep a copy of the plan in a different location from the original. And make sure that more than one person knows how to access it and has authority to do so. Revisit the plan on a regular schedule. Sometimes things change. Your assumptions could be outdated. The risks might be greater than they were before. Involve more than one person in the plan and its updates. For example, you might want a new employee to look at it with a fresh eye or have it audited. Confirm all assumptions by matching them with recent data or by checking them with a third-party. Perhaps the back-up computer system holds less data than you assumed. | Prepare to write your contingency plan. Make sure the plan answers the three key questions of contingency plans. Figure out the risks that are most likely to occur for your specific organization. Prioritize the risks. Develop scenarios for the highest-ranked risks. Create a timeline for how the scenarios might unfold. Decide what will be most essential to get your business operational again. Find ways to reduce risk. Communicate about the plan to all employees. Test your contingency plan. Store the plan in a place where it can be easily accessed. Revisit the plan on a regular schedule. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Kinetic-Energy | How to Calculate Kinetic Energy | To calculate kinetic energy, write out a formula where kinetic energy is equal to 0.5 times mass times velocity squared. Add in the value for the mass of the object, then the velocity with which it is moving. Solve for the unknown variable. Your answer should be stated in joules, or J. | Know the formula for calculating kinetic energy. The formula for calculating kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 0.5 x mv. Here m stands for mass, the measure of how much matter is in an object, and v stands for the velocity of the object, or the rate at which the object changes its position. Your answer should always be stated in joules (J), which is the standard unit of measurement for kinetic energy. It is equivalent to 1 kg * m /s. Determine the mass of an object. If you are solving a problem where the mass isn't given, you will have to determine the mass yourself. This can be done by weighing the object on a balance and obtaining the mass in kilograms (kg). Tare the balance. Before you weigh your object, you must set it to zero. Zeroing out the scale is called taring. Place your object in the balance. Gently, place the object on the balance and record its mass in kilograms. If necessary, convert grams to kilograms. For the final calculation, the mass must be in kilograms. Calculate the velocity of the object. Oftentimes, the problem will give you the velocity of the object. If this is not the case, you can determine the velocity by using the distance an object travels and how long it takes to cover that distance. The units for velocity are meters per second (m/s). Velocity is defined by the equation, displacement divided by time: V = d/t. Velocity is a vector quantity, meaning it has both a magnitude and a direction. Magnitude is the number value that quantifies the speed, while the direction is the direction in which the speed takes place during motion. For example, an object's velocity can be 80 m/s or -80 m/s depending on the direction of travel. To calculate velocity, simply divide the distance the object traveled by the time it took to travel that distance. Write the equation. The formula for calculating kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 0.5 x mv. Here m stands for mass, the measure of how much matter is in an object, and v stands for velocity of the object, or the rate at which the object changes its position. Your answer should always be stated in joules (J), which is the standard unit of measurement for kinetic energy. It is equivalent to 1 kg * m /s. Plug the mass and velocity into the equation. If you don't know the mass or velocity of the object, then you'll have to calculate it. But let's say that you do know both quantities and are working to solve the following problem: Determine the kinetic energy of a 55 kg woman running with a velocity of 3.87m/s. Since you know the mass and velocity of the woman, you can plug it into the equation: KE = 0.5 x mv KE = 0.5 x 55 x (3.87) Solve the equation. Once you've plugged in the mass and velocity, you can solve for kinetic energy (KE). Square the velocity and then multiply all of the variables together. Remember to state your answer in joules (J). KE = 0.5 x 55 x (3.87) KE = 0.5 x 55 x 14.97 KE = 411.675 J Write the equation. The formula for calculating kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 0.5 x mv. Here m stands for mass, the measure of how much matter is in an object, and v stands for velocity of the object, or the rate at which the object changes its position. Your answer should always be stated in joules (J), which is the standard unit of measurement for kinetic energy. It is equivalent to 1 kg * m /s. Plug in the known variables. In some problems, you may know the kinetic energy and the mass or kinetic energy and velocity. The first step to solving this problem is to plug in all of the variables that are known. Example 1: What is the velocity of an object with a mass of 30 kg and a kinetic energy of 500 J? KE = 0.5 x mv 500 J = 0.5 x 30 x v Example 2: What is the mass of an object with a kinetic energy of 100 J and a velocity of 5 m/s? KE = 0.5 x mv 100 J = 0.5 x m x 5 Rearrange the equation to solve for the unknown variable. Using algebra, you can solve for the unknown variable by rearranging all of the known variables to one side of the equation. Example 1: What is the velocity of an object with a mass of 30 kg and a kinetic energy of 500 J? KE = 0.5 x mv 500 J = 0.5 x 30 x v Multiply mass by 0.5: 0.5 x 30 = 15 Divide kinetic energy by the product: 500/15 = 33.33 Square root to find velocity: 5.77 m/s Example 2: What is the mass of an object with a kinetic energy of 100 J and a velocity of 5 m/s? KE = 0.5 x mv 100 J = 0.5 x m x 5 Square the velocity: 5 = 25 Multiply by 0.5: 0.5 x 25 = 12.5 Divide kinetic energy by product: 100/12.5 = 8 kg | Know the formula for calculating kinetic energy. Determine the mass of an object. Calculate the velocity of the object. Write the equation. Plug the mass and velocity into the equation. Solve the equation. Write the equation. Plug in the known variables. Rearrange the equation to solve for the unknown variable. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Choose-Between-Female-and-Male-Dogs | How to Choose Between Female and Male Dogs | To choose between a female or male dog, consider the size of dog, since male dogs are usually bigger than females. Then, think about what types of activities you'd like to do, because male dogs tend to be stronger and have slightly more stamina than females. If you're concerned about aggression, consider a female dog, since male dogs may have more behavioral problems due to higher levels of testosterone. However, keep in mind that females are prone to complex medical conditions, such as false pregnancies and womb infections. | Try a male dog if you’re hoping for a high-spirited, energetic pet. Although most veterinarians do believe that training and individual personality are much more important than sex, some pet owners say that male dogs tend to be more active, especially if they aren't neutered. Keep in mind, though, that a non-neutered male dog may also be more difficult to control -- he may try to dominate both smaller dogs and the humans he interacts with. And, if you do plan to neuter your dog, any difference between male and female dogs will likely disappear. Consider a male dog if you want a more sociable, affectionate pet. Again, this is an area where breed and individual temperament are far more important than sex. There are no studies that definitively show that male dogs are more affectionate, but some people do believe this is true. Go with a male if you want a bigger dog. In general, male dogs tend to be a bit bigger than their female counterparts of the same breed. This is especially true for larger breeds like golden retrievers, labrador retrievers, and German shepherds. For smaller breeds, the difference might be much less noticeable (or even nonexistent). Male and female dogs of the smallest breeds, like chihuahuas, Pomeranians, and Brussels Griffons, are basically the same size. Train and socialize your male dog so it’s happy and well-behaved. All dogs, both male and female, need to be trained and socialized at a young age so they don't develop behavioral problems down the road. If you're getting a puppy, you can start training it when it's around 8 weeks old. You should also socialize your puppy during the first 3 months of its life by exposing it to different people, dogs, and environments. This will help it grow into a confident older dog that's less likely to have behavioral problems. It's a myth that old dogs can't learn new tricks. If you're getting an adult male dog, you can still teach it new commands -- it might just take a little extra patience. Neuter your male dog to avoid behavior issues. Male dogs that haven't been neutered can sometimes be more aggressive than female dogs. They also start urine marking and mounting things around 6 to 9 months of age. Luckily, neutering your male dog can help reduce and sometimes eliminate these bad behaviors. Not all unneutered male dogs are aggressive. It also depends on the dog's temperament and how well it was socialized as a puppy. However, the testosterone in unneutered male dogs does make them more likely to be aggressive. Take your male dog to the vet for annual checkups to keep it healthy. Take your dog to the vet's office once per year so your vet can do a physical exam and blood work to make sure your furry friend is in tip-top shape. If you're getting a puppy, prepare to take it to the vet more frequently during its first year since it will need routine vaccinations and extra checkups. Male dogs are prone to certain health issues that don't affect female dogs, like testicular cancer and prostate disease. Fortunately, neutering your male dog can help reduce its risk of developing these issues later on in life. Choose a female dog if you want your puppy to reach maturity more quickly. Female puppies do tend to mature faster than male puppies, which means that most female puppies are actually easier to train than male puppies of the same age. When it comes to training, the differences between male and female dogs typically disappear, so this may not be a consideration for you if you aren't choosing a puppy. Try a female dog if you’re hoping for a protective pet. Some people have found that female dogs are more protective of their owners, but the evidence for this is just anecdotal. A dog's training and temperament probably have more of an impact on how protective it is than its sex. Some pet owners believe this difference is especially important if there are children in your home, since they think female dogs are more likely to protect them. Research doesn't confirm this, but it's a possibility to consider. Opt for a female if you’re hoping for a more independent dog. Some dog owners claim that female dogs are more independent than male dogs, which can make them feel like lower-maintenance pets. This has not been confirmed by research, though. Go with a female dog if you want a smaller dog in that breed. Female dogs are usually smaller than male dogs of the same breed. They tend to stand 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) shorter and weigh a little bit less. If you're on the fence about a particular breed because of how big it can get, you might want to go with a female dog to play it safe. These differences are minimal in smaller breeds, but size could certainly be a valid consideration for larger breeds. Socialize and train your female dog so it’s confident and well-behaved. Proper training and socializing can really impact how your dog behaves and interacts with the world. If you're getting a puppy, you can start teaching it basic commands at 8 weeks old. You should also expose your puppy to different people, dogs, and environments during the first 3 months of its life so it's more comfortable around those things when it gets older. Spay your female dog to avoid unwanted pregnancies and territorial behavior. At around 6 to 9 months of age, unspayed female dogs will start going into heat twice a year. During this time, they're anxious to mate with other dogs, and they need to be kept away from male dogs so they don't get pregnant. Also, female dogs that are pregnant, ovulating, or caring for puppies can be territorial toward people and other dogs. Fortunately, all of these things can be avoided if you have your female dog spayed by a vet. A territorial dog might become possessive over toys, shoes, socks, clothing, or other random things lying around your house. Spaying a female dog generally costs more than neutering a male dog. Spaying can cost around $50 to $175. Bring your female dog to the vet once a year to keep it healthy and happy. During your dog's annual check-up, the vet will perform a physical exam and a blood test to make sure your dog is healthy. If you're getting a puppy, plan on bringing it to the vet multiple times during the first year for routine vaccinations and checkups. Unspayed female dogs are more likely to develop certain health problems, like mammary, uterine, or ovarian cancer. They're also at risk of complications related to breeding and pregnancy, like pyometra (an infection of the womb), false pregnancy, and mastitis (inflammation of the mammary glands). | Try a male dog if you’re hoping for a high-spirited, energetic pet. Consider a male dog if you want a more sociable, affectionate pet. Go with a male if you want a bigger dog. Train and socialize your male dog so it’s happy and well-behaved. Neuter your male dog to avoid behavior issues. Take your male dog to the vet for annual checkups to keep it healthy. Choose a female dog if you want your puppy to reach maturity more quickly. Try a female dog if you’re hoping for a protective pet. Opt for a female if you’re hoping for a more independent dog. Go with a female dog if you want a smaller dog in that breed. Socialize and train your female dog so it’s confident and well-behaved. Spay your female dog to avoid unwanted pregnancies and territorial behavior. Bring your female dog to the vet once a year to keep it healthy and happy. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Decide-Whether-or-Not-to-Have-a-Baby | How to Decide Whether or Not to Have a Baby | Knowing whether or not to have a baby is difficult, but you can come to a decision by examining your motivations and communicating with your partner. Take some time to reflect on your current situation and identify any recent events that might be giving you temporary motivation to have a baby. For example, some couples believe a baby can save a hurting relationship, but the responsibility of a child often makes the situation worse. Ask yourself if having a baby will make you happier or if you're only feeling pressure from family and friends to have a child. If you have a partner, sit down with them and discuss whether or not they want kids. Respectfully listen to what they have to say and explain your reasoning. | Consider the commitment. Many biological and cultural factors may contribute to the desire to have a child. However, rather than bending to immediate pressure, take time to decide whether you have the capacity to care for a child in your home for the next eighteen years, as well as helping to support it throughout your life. Understand that having a baby is not simply a time commitment. Raising a child is currently estimated to cost a quarter of a million dollars before college. Know that a child is a mental investment, as well. Studies report that new parents experience a loss of happiness that is on par with divorce and unemployment. While happiness does eventually pick up again, consider your own mental health and whether you are presently in a place to handle that level of extended mental hardship. Evaluate current life events. Some people may become motivated to have children after major life events or even during crises. Look at what else has happened or is currently happening in your life to see if it may be giving you temporary motivation. Some couples are led to believe that having a child may save a hurting relationship. While there is no guarantee either way, the pressure of raising children often hurts damaged relationships more than it helps. Some couples feel that having children is simply the next step after marriage. There is no inherently right time to start having children, so check in with yourself and your spouse to see if it is what you both want or whether you should take time and revisit the conversation later in your relationship. Sometimes a major life event such as recovering from a serious illness or injury might fuel someone to start making the most of their life immediately. It is not bad to have a baby after a life event, but take time to think over the long term implications along with the short term rush. Consider not having children. If you grew up believing that parenthood was the only option once you grew up, take a moment and consider what it would mean for your life if you did not have children. This is simply an exercise, not a final decision, but picture what type of work, relationships, hobbies, and personal interests you might pursue if you did not have a child. Ask yourself, “Does any of this feel better to me than the option of bringing up a family?” Take note of your instinctual reaction. If there is something in your mind that does seem as appealing as parenthood, check with yourself to see if that option and raising a child truly are exclusive. How might you be able to work that career, hobby, or relationship into your life as a parent? Check your obligations. Remember that you have no obligation to have children if you don't want them. Likewise, as long as you are legally an adult in your homeland, you have no obligation to abstain from having children if you do want them. Look around you and see if anyone is pressuring you to make this decision. If you and your partner are not on the same page about children, stop momentarily and ask yourself, “Am I considering this new stance because I am seeing things differently, or am I trying to make my partner happy?” Look at your friends and family. Have any of them been pressuring you one way or the other? If so, you may opt to keep your distance from them until you make your decision. Get a check-up. Before you decide whether you want a child, take a look to see if you're healthy enough to have a child. If you have a chronic condition, be it physical or mental, ask yourself, “How might this impact my child as I get older?” Meet with your doctor. Let them know, “I am considering having a child, and I want to know if my health might have any long term impacts on my ability to parent.” Women must also be aware that certain biological factors may impact how likely they are to get pregnant, as well as how likely they are to carry the pregnancy to term. Ask your doctor for a preconception visit to evaluate any potential complications that may come up during your pregnancy. If you have a history of anxiety, depression, or other mental health complications, meet with a mental health professional and let them know, “I want to have a child. What impact could my mental health struggles have on me as a parent?” Check your bank account. You don't need the whole quarter of a million in the bank before you have your kid, but you should make sure that you are able to meet your child's foreseeable financial needs for the near future. First, make sure you can afford the time off work. If paid parental leave is not a part of your benefits program, make sure you can afford reduced income for the amount of time you or your partner will take off after the child is born. Look at healthcare costs. Once you decide to have a baby, you and your partner are going to have to start paying for the expectant mother's medical care, which may range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars depending upon insurance programs and care received. You are also going to have to take care of any medical complications the child may experience after birth, and add the child on as a new insurance dependent. Consider how much it will cost to supply a new baby. Cribs, baby clothes, car seats, and other objects all come with a price, and items like diapers and baby food represent a recurrent expense that may add tens to hundreds a month in expense. Look into the cost of daycare as well. This may be necessary if you cannot afford to let one partner stay home with the baby while the other partner is at work. Meet with your boss. If you plan on being a working parent, now is the time to think about where your career is going. Meet with your boss to discuss current and near future plans for your company and your position, and ask yourself: Does your job require long hours or a lot of travel? Are you working on a major project that might require excess time or attention? Would having a child result in excess childcare costs due to career obligations? Does your company offer paid parental leave or other benefits for new parents? Evaluate your support system. The bulk of raising a child falls on the parents or guardians, but a good support system will benefit both the parents and the child in the long run. Look at your friends, family, and colleagues and ask yourself if you see them having a positive impact on your child's life. Look for people who are not only willing to offer emotional understanding, but who will actually help with matters such as babysitting and housekeeping in order to ease the transition into parenthood. If you do not have an integrated support system already established, ask yourself if you have the financial means to hire support staff such as nannies or housekeepers. Ask your partner. If you haven't already, now is the time to sit down with your partner and discuss whether or not they want kids. Let them know, “I have been considering whether I want to have a child recently and I want to talk to you about whether you see yourself as a parent.” Find a good time to talk. Don't spring the question on them randomly or when they are dealing with other matters. Instead, ask them to set aside a certain time so that you can have a serious conversation. Explain your reasons for considering having children. Let them know what reasons you have for wanting children, as well as what reason you have for not wanting them. Ask your partner for their opinion, and respectfully consider what they have to say. Ask your partner about their concerns. Once you and your partner have discussed if both of you want children, allow them to go through the same mental process of evaluation. Allow them to voice their concerns as well as their hopes. Actively ask questions such as, “How do you see financially preparing for a child?” and “Do you think we have a good enough support network to care for a child?” Avoid disagreements. Allow your partner to voice their own thoughts. If you see something differently, politely offer your opinion by saying, “I've been thinking about it this way.” Don't, however, make your partner feel invalidated during this conversation. Evaluate co-parenting styles. Decide how the two of you would work together to parent your child. Would you both be involved, or would one of you simply be donating your genes? Would you raise the child together in a single household, or would the child split its time between the two of you individually? Ask your partner, “How do you see us raising this child?” Understand that answers different from your personal preference are not necessarily wrong, and discuss any difference of opinion with an open mind. Talk to your partner about behavioral expectations. Since you have not been a parent before, you might not know how you will handle every situation. However, you might have some ideas. Try starting a conversation with your partner about your expectations, such as by saying something like, “"I see us splitting nightly feeding duties evenly." Or, "While I'm nursing, I thought you'd be responsible for..." Seek couple’s counseling. Work with a counselor to help you and your partner communicate clearly and effectively regarding your hopes and concerns for becoming parents. Use this time to not only decide if you both want a baby, but to bolster your relationship prior to bringing a child into it. Let your counselor know, “We are thinking about having a child and we want to make sure our relationship is healthy ready for the challenges of parenting.” Consider talking with a family counselor, as well as a couple's counselor. | Consider the commitment. Evaluate current life events. Consider not having children. Check your obligations. Get a check-up. Check your bank account. Meet with your boss. Evaluate your support system. Ask your partner. Ask your partner about their concerns. Evaluate co-parenting styles. Seek couple’s counseling. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Look-Like-Marilyn-Monroe | How to Look Like Marilyn Monroe | To look like Marilyn Monroe, start by getting her style, which you can do by wearing an outfit like her famous white halter neck dress, or by pairing a red dress with red lipstick, as she often did. Alternatively, you could opt for a more casual Marilyn look by wearing high waisted blue jeans with a white button-down shirt or oversized sweater. When it comes to hair, Marilyn's cut is blonde, shoulder length, and usually styled into curls with hot rollers. Finally, complete the look by wearing Chanel No. 5 perfume, which was said to be her favorite, and show off your curves with confidence. | Wear dresses like Marilyn. Marilyn Monroe is known for her gorgeous, sexy dresses, and if you want to look like her, then you have to get comfortable with wearing them as often as you can. In general, her dresses served to emphasize her hourglass figure, often with a more low-cut look and a belt around her waist. Here are some dresses that you can try for inspiration: A halter neck dress. This dress is Marilyn's most famous, known for its appearance in The Seven Year Itch. This dress was white, with a full skirt with ruffles beneath it, that looked gorgeous when it blew in the wind, exposing her legs. Strapless dresses Dresses with sweetheart necklines to emphasize your bust Red dresses. She is known for her red dresses that match the color of her lips, whether they are strapless, halters, or have sleeves that fall off the shoulder. White or silver dresses with ruffles. Marilyn loved wearing these classy colors, and often wears white strapless dresses or dresses with clear sleeves with ruffles in the skirt. Add some sequins to your dress for a more glamorous look. Though Marilyn mostly stuck to solid color dresses, she sometimes wore dresses with polka dots or red flowers on them. She was also known for wearing stripes. Rock a more casual Marilyn look. Though you may think of Marilyn Monroe as always dressed up to the nines, she liked to look more casual, on occasion. You can't always be dressed up, and for the days when you feel like having a more casual night in, you can rock her casual style while maintaining your aura of sexiness. Here are some looks you can try: High waisted blue jeans paired with a white button-down shirt A thick, woven oversized sweater A jean jacket A simple black turtleneck A black-and-white striped turtleneck t-shirt A simple red-and-white striped collared button-down shirt A high-necked long-sleeved orange t-shirt Black checkered pants Wear shoes like Marilyn. Though her favorite shoe designer was Salvatore Ferragamo, you don't need to wear such luxurious shoes. All you have to do is wear shoes that Marilyn was likely to wear. She is known for some of the following shoes: Peep-toe high heeled shoes, in cream or white Black strappy stiletto heels Cream ballet flats Traditional cream-colored close-toed heels Chunky black heels Brown heels with white straps Red heels with sequins White kitten heels Wear the right colors. Marilyn wore beige, brown, black, cream, forest green, and white — sticking mostly to champagne colours — while avoiding all bright colours except red. It may also help you to know that her favourite store was Bloomingdales, and her favourite designer was Emilio Pucci. However, you don't have to wear designer clothes to really look like Marilyn; tasteful imitations will do. You can mix it up and wear solids as well as striped or patterned colors. Accessorize like Marilyn. If you want to complete her look, then you should also wear some accessories that are reminiscent of Marilyn. This can help you tie your look together and be sexy and mysterious all at once. Here are some additional features you can try: A thick belt worn high around your waist A thin pink kerchief tied around your head Black glasses that are pointed around the outsides of your eyes A white fur wrap to add a touch of glamour to any dress A white, wide-brimmed beach hat White sleeves around your forearms only Complete the look. If you want to look like Marilyn, then you should have everyday Marilyn clothes, if you can imagine such a thing, to complete your look any day of the week. Here are some of the things you should own if you want to really look like Marilyn Monroe: The classic one-piece strapless white bathing suit Pencil skirts in different colors A pair of high white slacks A bullet bra to get her 50s “sweater girl” look Items with bows on them Wear the right jewelry. Marilyn knew that no glamorous look is complete without jewels. If you want to look like Marilyn, then you can go for simple, classic jewelry, such as a strand or pearl necklace, a pair of chandelier earrings, or simple studs in the ears with a more elaborate necklace. The important thing is that you look classy but you don't overdo it. Sometimes Marilyn did wear more dramatic jewelry, such as a chunky orange necklace. She was also seen wearing the occasional silver bangles. Consider dying your hair blonde. Now, Marilyn Monroe herself was not a natural blonde. Though you don't have to change your color or believe that “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes,” you can do this if you're really committed to the Marilyn look. Aim for golden blonde locks before you style your hair the Marilyn way. Though her brown-haired days are lesser known, a younger Marilyn did sport her natural brown locks with more frizzy, compact curls, and looked cute and natural. She also did wear her brown hair nearly straight and past her shoulders once upon a time. Get the hairdo. If you really want to have hair like Marilyn's, then you should get a layered, shoulder length cut, with shorter layers in the front and longer layers in the back. Once you've got this look down, you can give your hair extra volume by combing some gel into it while it's damp and then blow-drying it dry in sections. If your hair is more curly, then you may want to straighten it a bit first. Once your hair is dry, you should separate it in sections and spray each section with spray gel, and then set it in hot rollers. Once the rollers have set, you can remove them and brush your hair out, in a forward direction, and then add a bit more hairspray under your layers. Marilyn Monroe didn't have bangs. However, she did have a chunk of hair in a wave over her forehead. For extra bounce, flip your hair back and then work a bit of styling cream through it. Unlike today's celebrities, Marilyn Monroe didn't change her hair style, color, or length every other week. Her hair was pretty much always blonde and curly, falling just below her ears in the front and just above her neck in the back. However, she did experiment a bit with how curly it was, and sometimes had it more coiled and shorter and sometimes a bit longer and more wavy. Have nearly-flawless skin. Marilyn's makeup artist, Whitney Snyder, claims that Marilyn often wore thick layers of Vaseline on her face to both soften her skin and give it a glow. Though this is a bit extreme and can lead to dry skin, she was also said to wash her face up to fifteen times a day, in order to avoid getting any spots. She also used Nivea Moisturizer. If you want to get that Marilyn look, then you should maintain clear, soft skin. Marilyn Monroe was a bit on the pale side. If you'd like to stay true to her look, you can avoid getting overly tan. But if you have darker skin, you can rock her vintage look too! For beautiful looking skin, apply some foundation to your face and then cover it with luminous face powder. Marilyn used products by Anita of Denmark and Erno Laszlo, but you can find the products that work best for you. Get the lipstick. To get the Marilyn Monroe signature lips, you should apply several coats of crimson or red lipstick to your lips. The closest lipstick color to the shade that Marilyn Monroe used available today is Guerlain Kiss Kiss Lipstick, #522. Sometimes she wore a darker red shade, while other times she opted for a lighter, more peach-colored red. Find the best lipstick for your skin tone and for the occasion. Marilyn Monroe had full, luscious lips. Use a bit of lip-liner to accentuate your lips to make your top lip as full and luscious as your bottom lip. Sometimes, she exaggerated the cleft in her top lip, so you can exaggerate yours, too, with the help of some lip-liner. You can even add a bit of foundation to the center of your top lip for this effect. Get eyes like Marilyn. If you want to get those gorgeous Marilyn Monroe eyes, then you need to apply three shades of eyeshadow to your eyes. Apply one darker shade in the crease of your eye, a lighter one over your lids, and then a very light shade above the lid-crease and to the brow. She often used a light blue or a peach shade on her eyelids, sometimes looking like she was barely wearing any eyeshadow at all. Apply at least one or two coats of lash-lengthening black mascara to your eyes. Marilyn was known for her long lashes. You can even opt for fake lashes for fun, or use an eyelash curler to make those lashes more dramatic. A bit of black eyeliner along the top eyelid can also help emphasize your eyes. Though Marilyn didn't tend to wear eyeliner on her bottom lid, just brushing a touch of brown eyeshadow below the bottom lid can emphasize your eyes. Get the Marilyn brows. Marilyn Monroe's eyebrows have a high, dramatic arch and are set fairly far apart on her face. Her brows are pretty thin, though they are a bit thicker closer to her nose, thinning out a bit after the arch, which falls just above the outsides of both of her eyes. Use tweezers to get the dramatic arch of her eyebrows down, which look not curved but like two lines meeting, and use lighter brown eyebrow pencil to fill them in. A younger Marilyn had more curved brows, if you're more interested in that look. Get the fake beauty mark. Marilyn Monroe is known for her gorgeous beauty mark, located a few inches above the left end of her lips. You can use a brown eyeliner to pencil it in. Though you can also buy a fake beauty mark, you're better off drawing it on yourself. Just take care not to wipe it off and check on your face throughout the day. Get the Marilyn nail polish. Marilyn was often seen wearing nail polish that matched her red lips. Apply red nail polish to those nails, making sure you pick a shade that is as close as possible to the color of your lips. You can opt for fake nails or work to develop longer, smooth nails to rock her look. Wear Chanel No. 5 perfume. This was said to be her favorite perfume. She once said, “What do I wear in bed? Why, Chanel No. 5, of course.” She was also said to enjoy Fracas and Joy perfumes. Be proud of your curves. Marilyn Monroe had what was considered a curvy figure in her day and wasn't afraid to own it. Though her weight fluctuated between about 115 lbs-140 lbs, she was said to generally measure around 37-23-37, at 5 feet (1.5 m), 5 inches (12.7 cm) tall, with a bra size of a 36D. Unfortunately, though you may have heard she would be a size 12-16 today, with today's sizes, she would be more of a size 4-6. She looked absolutely gorgeous at this size, and you shouldn't try to mimic it, but rather, work to be proud of your body and your curves. Stay healthy and happy with your body by doing at least 30 minutes of exercise a day, whether you're jogging or doing yoga. Do dumbbell exercises daily to keep your arms toned. Every morning except for Sundays, Marilyn would workout using "bust-firming" moves with her 3-pound dumb-bells. You can try eating like Marilyn on occasion, if you want to see what it was like. She would drink a cup of warm milk with 2 raw eggs whipped together in the milk for breakfast and claimed to eat steak, beef, or liver with at least 10 raw carrots for dinner. During the day she would mostly snack on fruit and veggies. After evening drama classes, she went out for hot-fudge sundaes. Try taking ice-baths, if you can stand it. This will instantly firm up your body. Marilyn did this before her birthday song for John F. Kennedy. She actually took them quite regularly. Marilyn was known for her curves. If you're not curvy yourself, work to create the illusion with your clothes, including padded bras and girdles. For example, a belt cinched in around your waist will instantly give you a sexy, hourglass shape. Have sex appeal. Marilyn Monroe is an icon known for her extreme sexiness. While you don't have to take it this far, you should work to be a bit playful and sexy, if you want to be more like Marilyn. This doesn't mean you should wear completely revealing clothes, but that you should show off a little leg or shoulder and not be afraid to flaunt what you've got. To have sex appeal, you don't put it all out there at once. You smile, you bat your eyes a little, you look down at the floor to be a bit coy and then straight ahead to show how confident you are. You have to know how sexy you are before other people believe it. Part of Marilyn's sex appeal is in her mixture of sex goddess aura as well as her innocence. You don't need to be too forward to be sexy like Marilyn. She was also a bit of a goofball, especially in movies like The Seven Year Itch. Don't think that you have to be serious all the time to be sexy. Some of her sexiness lies in her silly nature. Work on developing a low, sensual, and breathy voice. Marilyn had a very seductive voice. If you like, you can try slipping some of her sayings, such as, "Isn't it wonderful,” into your daily conversations. Maintain your confidence. To complete the Marilyn look, you have to show how confident you are about who you are and how you look. Don't worry about what other people think about you and be happy doing your own thing, whether this means dating a baseball player or dancing the tango. The most important thing is that you believe in who you are and don't let gossip or rumors make you feel bad about yourself. Walk with a seductive wiggle in your hips, by placing one foot in front of the other. Use body language to show how confident you are. Keep a smile on your face, even if you're having a bad day. Work to cultivate optimism and a positive energy will radiate around you, just as it did with Marilyn. She didn't have the easiest life, but she tried to stay upbeat in spite of the challenges she faced. Don't let anyone stop you. Marilyn Monroe grew up with a mentally unstable mother who had her living with a series of foster parents; she never knew her father. She began working in a munitions factory after high school, spraying airplane parts and inspecting parachutes, before she was discovered for her beauty. She had three tumultuous marriages and many more affairs, and yet, she continued to perform, to sing, to dance, and to light up the stage. If you want to rock her attitude, then you have to keep going in spite of the hardship. If Marilyn had listened to the people who told her she would be better off as a secretary than trying to make it on the big screen, then she wouldn't have gotten anywhere. Adopt her can-do attitude and know that the sky's the limit. | Wear dresses like Marilyn. Rock a more casual Marilyn look. Wear shoes like Marilyn. Wear the right colors. Accessorize like Marilyn. Complete the look. Wear the right jewelry. Consider dying your hair blonde. Get the hairdo. Have nearly-flawless skin. Get the lipstick. Get eyes like Marilyn. Get the Marilyn brows. Get the fake beauty mark. Get the Marilyn nail polish. Wear Chanel No. Be proud of your curves. Have sex appeal. Maintain your confidence. Don't let anyone stop you. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Potty-Train-a-Chihuahua | How to Potty Train a Chihuahua | If you want to potty train your Chihuahua, use a rewards-based training system where you give the dog a treat when they do what you want them to do. When you're training, take the dog outside and place it where you want it to go to the bathroom often. If the dog uses the bathroom outside, give it a treat. Remember to take the dog out 15-30 minutes after eating, and look for signs that it might be time to go out, such as sniffing, pacing, and squatting. Always be patient when training your dog, and remember that accidents are part of the training process! | Use reward-based training. Dogs make a positive effort to repeat behaviors that get a reward. Thus if you ask a Chihuahua to "sit" and it rewarded when it does, it learns that doing something which comes naturally(sitting) can earn a tasty reward. The same applies to potty training. When the dog performs a natural bodily function in a specific spot (peeing or pooping) and gets a rewards, it then tries to save up its "efforts" to spend them on that designated spot in order to earn a super tasty treat. Reward-based training requires you to be on the spot when the desired behavior happens, which means you need to be home to take the dog to the toilet spot regularly. Find a treat that your Chihuahua loves and adores, and will work hard to earn. Try a range of foods from commercial treats to chicken, cheese cubes, sausages, or hot dogs. If your dog has health issues always check in with your veterinarian first to make sure there is no health reason why it shouldn't have a certain food. Start training your chihuahua when he or she is young. You can, and should, start training your dog at about 8 weeks. Training takes time, so start slowly and have patience. Remember that the older a Chihuahua gets, the harder it is to train them. So it will benefit you greatly to get started early. Decide on a specific bathroom spot from the time you bring your dog home. Decide where you want your Chihuahua to toilet. When bringing a puppy home, the first place you visit, before even setting foot indoors, is the toilet spot. Ignore the puppy's attempt to play and engage you so that he or she gets down to the business of sniffing around. If the puppy toilets, make a super big fuss of him or her and give a treat. Take the dog out often. Give the Chihuahua (adult or puppy) plenty of chances to visit the toilet spot. Even if you have a dog flap, you need to be proactive and take the dog out and put him or her on the spot. The dog won't automatically know that's where you want it to go to the bathroom without being shown. For a puppy, take him or her out every 20 minutes when its awake. If the dog toilets, then be enthusiastic and give it a treat. If it doesn't toilet, bring him or her back inside and try again 20 minutes later, but keep an extra vigilant eye on it in the meantime. You want to spot if he or she attempts to squat indoors so you can scoop it up and take it outside. Crates are a great boon when house training because it acts as the dog's den and instinct makes it less likely to soil its den. However, do not crate for hours at a time. Remember the crate should be a dog's safe place not a prison, so alternate crating with play and time on the leash. For an adult Chi, take him or her out hourly. Set an alarm to remind you each hour. Take the dog out immediately after waking and after meals. Food in the stomach triggers a reflex that causes the dog to move its bowel around 15 - 30 minutes after eating. Make use of this reflex by popping the Chihuahua outside after meals and waiting with him or her until it performs. Do not leave the dog unattended at the toilet spot or you will miss the magic moment and lose the chance to reward it. Teach your dog to go to the bathroom on command. Decide on a cue word such as "toilet" or "business" to use when training. Make sure all family members know and use the same word, otherwise your Chihuahua will get confused. Once your Chihuahua has finished going to the bathroom, be sure to praise it and give a treat. This helps him or her to associate going to the toilet with that specific area and makes it eager to return there. Activate a dog-training clicker while the dog is going to the bathroom. This makes a click-clack noise that gets associated with getting a reward. By making a click-clack whilst the dog is toileting, it marks the exact moment of the behavior you are committing to reward. Now say your cue word "Toilet." Each time the dog goes to the toilet, click-clack and "Toilet." Over time the dog will associate the cue word "Toilet" with the action of peeing or pooping and know it has done a good thing. The final step is to take the dog to the toilet spot and just say the cue word "toilet." The dog now knows you want him or her to defecate and will attempt to do so in order to earn a reward. If the dog doesn't try, then you have gone a step too far and will need to go back to waiting for him or her to go to the bathroom, click-clack, and say the cue word. Try the advanced stage again a few days later. This is especially handy when it's pouring with rain or freezing out. Let a puppy out throughout the night. A puppy cannot hold his or her bladder overnight and so should be offered a toilet break every 4 hours during the night. However, downplay removing the puppy from its crate and keep things low key so that he or she isn't rewarded with attention that would encourage wakefulness and play. Merely scoop the Chihuahua up and without speaking to it take it out to the toilet spot. The dog's bladder will be full so it should urinate. As soon as its finished bring it back in, pop it into its crate or bed, and settle back down to sleep yourself. All of this should be done without interacting so that he or she understands it's strictly toilet time and not play. Keep an eye on Chihuahua in the house. For speedy training, be vigilant and spot signs that your Chihuahua needs to go to the bathroom and is thinking about toileting in the house. Watch for behavior such as sidling up to furniture and sniffing, or sniffing the carpet and maneuvering as if to squat. When you see that behavior immediately scoop the dog up and pop it outside on to the toilet spot. It can help to keep the Chihuahua on a leash in the house, so that it can't wander off to a quiet corner and indulge itself in a spot of illicit peeing. When it's not possible to be with the dog, put it into its crate. However, you need to be sure to observe the 20 minute toilet break rule for pups and 1 hour for adults. Your goal with potty training is teaching your dog how to ask to go outside. That way, you can confidently take them anywhere without an accident. Deal with accidents gracefully. If despite everything your Chihuahua toilets in the house, never tell him or her off. All this teaches the dog is that you have an irrational dislike of its bodily functions. This could make the dog more devious (it will hide to go to the bathroom) and actually sets potty training back because the dog may become fearful to toilet in front of you, even on the designated spot. Instead, bite your tongue and wait for the Chihuahua to wander off. Then clean up thoroughly using an enzymatic cleaner. The enzymatic cleaner gets rid of all traces of urine or poo so there is no scent mark for him or her to return to. Do not use household cleaners containing bleach or ammonia, since these are components of urine and can amplify the scent and draw the dog back to that spot. If Chi has already established an inappropriate place to toilet then clean it up with enzymatic cleaner and put its food and water bowls there. Dogs do not foul where they eat, so this will help to break that habit. Remember to be patient. Do not be violent or shout at your chihuahua. Instead, be loving and supportive. Your chihuahua will need time to get potty trained. Just continue to be consistent and don't get angry if your dog doesn't go to the bathroom on command right away. If the dog goes potty where it's supposed to, remember to reward it with treats. This will help to reinforce the desired behavior. Don't change the potty place every week or else the dog will be confused. If the puppy goes in the wrong place, be gentle, don't be angry because it happens. Contact a trainer. If potty training is not working and you have been at it for quite awhile, try contacting a trainer. Look for a training program that will work for both you and your dog. Getting professional help is the best option when in a position like this. | Use reward-based training. Start training your chihuahua when he or she is young. Decide on a specific bathroom spot from the time you bring your dog home. Take the dog out often. Take the dog out immediately after waking and after meals. Teach your dog to go to the bathroom on command. Let a puppy out throughout the night. Keep an eye on Chihuahua in the house. Deal with accidents gracefully. Remember to be patient. Contact a trainer. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Stronger-Muscles-When-You-Are-Currently-Weak | How to Get Stronger Muscles When You Are Currently Weak | If you want to get stronger muscles but you're currently weak, start out easy with a set of 3 to 8 pound dumbbells or light to medium resistance bands. Then, come up with an exercise routine that includes dumbbell curls, overhead extensions, and bench presses, and try to do 8 to 12 repetitions in 2 to 3 sets for each exercise. Next, lift 2 to 3 times a week, but make sure to never lift for 2 days in a row, and then work in some cardio 3 times a week. | Develop a workout schedule and stick to it. An exercise program requires more than going to the gym and doing random workouts. Targeted workouts that train specific muscle groups on a regular schedule build muscle more effectively. Design a weekly schedule that mixes in 3-5 exercises for every workout session/ Be consistent with this schedule every week. Let your muscle groups rest for 24-48 hours between workouts. If you train your biceps on Monday, wait until Wednesday to train them again. A sample workout schedule is biceps and back on Monday, triceps and chest on Tuesday, legs and back on Wednesday, and rest day on Thursday. Schedule 2 rest days per week so your muscles can recover. While it may seem counterproductive, resting is very important for building muscles. Exercising causes tears in your muscles. If you work out every day without a rest, these tears won't heal. Schedule in 2 rest days every week so your muscles heal properly. Don't take more than 3 rest days per week, though, unless you're injured or sick. If you still want to be active on your rest days, try taking a walk or riding your bike. These activities keep you moving without stressing your sore muscles. Track your progress by logging your workouts. This helps you visualize your progress and keep track of your workouts. Use a notebook and write down the date and the activities you do for every workout. Note down how much weight you used and how many reps you did. Use this information to increase your workout intensity as you improve. Also note how you felt during each workout. Writing “hard” next to one workout could tell you that you should ease off that activity or use a lighter weight. Taking a “before” picture is helpful too. Before you start your new workout regimen, take a picture of yourself in the mirror without a shirt on. Then take another picture at the end of every month so see the physical changes in your body. Prioritize strength-building exercises over cardio. While cardio workouts are important for well-rounded health, they could also inhibit your ability to build muscle. Running, swimming, and hard cycling burn calories and protein that your body needs for muscle growth. If you do a lot of cardio, replace these workouts with more weight training. This ensures your body's resources go towards building up muscle mass. Don't cut out cardio entirely. Rather, fit cardio into your routine only after you've done at least 3-4 weight workouts per week. You can still run or bike to warm up for workouts. This keeps cardio in your routine while serving your muscle-building goals. Start with light weights when you’re just beginning. This is a rule whenever you start a new workout routine, but it's especially important if your muscles are weak. Lifting too much weight can cause injuries that prevent you from working out for weeks. Start very small in the beginning. Spend at least a week getting used to working out with light weights. Then scale the weight up when you feel comfortable. A good guideline for finding the right weight is doing 10 reps with it. If you pick up 15 lb (6.8 kg) dumbbells and struggle to do 7 curls, then they're too heavy. Switch to a lighter weight. Warm up and stretch before exercising. A good warmup routine is especially important if your muscles are weak. Cold muscles are easier to strain, so you're more susceptible to injuries if you don't warm up. Do some jogging, walking, jump rope, or jumping jacks to get your body moving. Try to break a sweat during your warmup routine. 10 minutes of light jogging or riding on a stationary bike is a good warmup activity. Then stretch all your major muscle groups after your warmup routine. Focus specifically on the muscles you're training that day. Do full reps slowly. Don't cheat on your reps. Half reps don't help build your muscles. Always use full, smooth motions on every workout you do. This works your entire muscle group and ensures a quality workout. Do reps slowly as well. Performing weight exercises quickly is more of a cardio workout, and won't help build mass. A general rule is that if you feel like you're working out at a good pace, slow down a little more. Perform deadlifts early in your workout. A deadlift is one of the best workouts for building muscle mass. It is a compound workout, meaning that it trains multiple muscle groups with the same motion. Do compound workouts like this early in your workout while your body is still fresh and can handle big motions. Then move on to more targeted exercises. Perform a deadlift by standing in front of a barbell with your feet shoulder-width apart. Then bend your legs down and grab the barbell. Stand up straight, and then bend back down to bring the barbell to the floor. Keep your back straight and focus the weight on your legs to prevent back injuries. Never start doing deadlifts with more weight than you can handle. This can seriously injure your back and legs. Start small with deadlifts to build your body's mass. Do squats to build your leg and back muscles. Like deadlifts, squats are a compound workout that trains multiple muscle groups. Do them early in your workout as well when you're still fresh. Line yourself up under the squat rack so the barbell rests just below your neck. Grab the bar and stand up, lifting the barbell off the rack. Then bend your hips and knees until your legs are parallel with the floor. Stand back up to complete the motion. Keep your back straight and focus the weight on your legs. Start off with light weights when doing squats as well. They can hurt your back if you start with too much weight. Target your biceps with curls. After getting your compound workouts out of the way, move on to more targeted exercises. Curls target your biceps to strengthen and enlarge them. Perform them on any day that you're training your biceps. Take a dumbbell in each hand and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Lift your arms at the elbow so the dumbbells nearly reach your shoulders. Then lower your arms to complete the motion. Do 3 sets of curls in a workout. Build your triceps and chest with pushups. The triceps and chest work together on most pushing motions, so training them together is important for building your upper body. Pushups train both muscles. Place your hands on the floor about shoulder-width apart. Then bend your elbows until your chin reaches the floor. Push yourself back up to complete the motion. If you don't like pushups, try a bench press as an alternate exercise. Add core exercises to your workout. Don't neglect your abs and obliques while you're trying to build muscle. These core areas support your balance and posture while you lift heavy weights. Do at least one core workout per exercise session. There are many to choose from. Sit ups are the most common core workout. Start out with these to get your core into shape. Planks are another good core workout. Hold yourself in a push-up position and tighten your core. Hold the pose for as long as you can without stopping. Standing ab exercises can tone your core even more by training it from different angles and using weights. Consume 250-500 extra calories per day. Your body needs a high calorie intake to support muscle growth. In addition to eating right, you may have to eat more as well. Start by adding 250-500 calories to your normal daily intake. If you're still having trouble building muscle after a few weeks, increase this intake by 10% a week until you start gaining more muscle mass. If your baseline caloric intake is 2,000 calories per day, then increase this to 2,250 for a week. If you haven't gained anything, try 2,500 the following week. Speak with your doctor about determining your ideal baseline caloric intake. Then add 250-500 on top of this. Get your extra calories from healthy sources like unsaturated fats, protein, and vitamin-rich foods. Eat 1 gram of protein for each pound of your bodyweight every day. Protein is the most important nutrient for building muscles. Getting the proper dosage of protein is especially crucial when you're doing a workout regimen. If you've had trouble building muscles in the past, up your intake. Aim for 1 gram of protein for each pound of your bodyweight every day to keep your muscles in good shape. If you weigh 200 pounds (91 kg), then eat 200 grams of protein in your daily meals. Stick with healthy, lean proteins. Poultry, fish, eggs, low-fat dairy products, nuts, and beans are some of the best sources for lean proteins. Mix vitamin-rich foods into your diet for balanced meals. Protein isn't the only important nutrient for building muscles. Vitamins B, C, and D all help keep your body healthy and repair damage from your exercises. Add vitamin-rich foods to every meal to max out your diet. Healthy, vitamin-rich foods include green leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts, fish, and olive oil. Mix these ingredients into your meals for a well-balanced diet. Eat healthy, polyunsaturated fats. Fats are important for building muscle as well, but focus on eating the right kind of fat. While you're bulking, don't add fat to your diet with processed foods. These contain trans and saturated fats that are bad for your health. Polyunsaturated fats are the best source of sustained energy for exercise and muscle growth. These fats energize your body and help improve cardiovascular health. Get more calories from healthy, polyunsaturated fats. Good sources of unsaturated fats are fish, avocados, walnuts, and olive or canola oil. Also limit your red meat intake because it is high in saturated fats too. Focus more on lean proteins like chicken or fish. Use muscle-building supplements with your doctor's approval. Sometimes you can't get enough protein from your daily diet. In this case, use muscle-building supplements to increase your daily intake. Before starting any supplement regimen, check with your doctor to make sure it is safe for you. Your doctor can tell you if a supplement might interact with any medications you're on and direct you towards the best products. The most common supplement types are creatine and whey. These both boost your protein intake and support muscle growth. Always buy supplements from a reputable dealer like a licensed vitamin shop. | Develop a workout schedule and stick to it. Schedule 2 rest days per week so your muscles can recover. Track your progress by logging your workouts. Prioritize strength-building exercises over cardio. Start with light weights when you’re just beginning. Warm up and stretch before exercising. Do full reps slowly. Perform deadlifts early in your workout. Do squats to build your leg and back muscles. Target your biceps with curls. Build your triceps and chest with pushups. Add core exercises to your workout. Consume 250-500 extra calories per day. Eat 1 gram of protein for each pound of your bodyweight every day. Mix vitamin-rich foods into your diet for balanced meals. Eat healthy, polyunsaturated fats. Use muscle-building supplements with your doctor's approval. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Cover-Up-Cuts | How to Cover Up Cuts | To cover up cuts to help them heal faster and conceal them from view, first make sure the cut isn't so deep that you need stitches. If you can safely treat the cut at home, apply pressure until the wound stops bleeding, then rinse it with water. Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment to the cut to help speed the healing process. Cover the wound with a bandage or small piece of gauze. If you're trying to cover a cut that's already mostly healed, use loose clothing to hide it. You can also apply a temporary tattoo or wear a decorative bandage. | Assess how bad the cut is. Inspect your cut to see if it is deep enough to require stitches, or if you can treat it at home. If the wound is gaping, jagged, or exposing muscle or fat, see a doctor as soon as possible. The cut should be stitched within a few hours to reduce the risk of infection or scarring. Wash your hands. It is important to remember to wash your hands before touching your cut or scrape to avoid infection. Wet and lather your hands with an antibacterial soap, then scrub for twenty seconds and rinse. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Apply pressure to stop the bleeding. Shallow cuts and scrapes will usually stop bleeding on their own. If bleeding persists, apply pressure to the wound with a clean cloth. If possible, elevate the wound to help stop the bleeding. Clean the cut. Rinse the wound gently with clean, drinking-quality tap water. Wash the surrounding area with a gentle soap and water, avoiding the actual open wound, and pat it dry with a clean cloth or piece of gauze. Sterilize a pair of tweezers by cleaning them with alcohol, then use them to remove any dirt or debris that might be stuck to your cut. If dirt or debris remain in the cut, contact your doctor as soon as possible. Avoid using hydrogen peroxide or iodine to clean the wound, as they can further damage the tissue around your wound and make it harder to heal. Put on antibiotic ointment. Shallow cuts or scrapes can heal on their own, but adding an antibiotic ointment can speed up the process. Purchase an ointment (such as Bacitracin ) at your local pharmacy. Apply a thin layer to your cut after cleaning and drying it thoroughly. Cover the wound. Once the wound is dry, cover it with a bandage. Alternatively, cover the area with a small piece of gauze and attach the gauze to your skin with medical tape. The bandage should be changed whenever it gets wet or dirty, or if blood soaks through. The dressing can be removed after a few days, once the cut has closed itself. Use concealer and an eyeliner brush. To hide cuts, scrapes, or scratches, purchase concealer makeup and an angled eyeliner brush (available at pharmacies or beauty supply stores). Apply the concealer with the brush just along the cut, making the line as fine as possible. Apply a light dusting of translucent powder over the area to set the makeup and prevent it from rubbing off. Always use a clean brush and only apply makeup to a closed wound. Wear camouflaging clothing. Clothing is one of the simplest and most effective ways to cover up cuts on your body. Long sleeves and pants (or long skirts) will hide cuts or scrapes while they heal. In warm weather, balance your outfit by wearing less-covering items of clothing on areas of your body that do not have blemishes. For instance, if you wear longs sleeves to hide cuts or scrapes on your arms, wear shorts to balance out your look. Be sure that your clothing is loose enough to give your cuts space to heal. Apply a temporary tattoo. Temporary tattoos can be a fun way to cover your cuts once they have closed over. Purchase temporary tattoos at a beauty supply store or make your own temporary tattoos using eyeliner. After a few days, be sure to remove temporary tattoos as gently as possible with a gentle soap and water. Wear decorative bandages. To hide your cuts in plain sight, make your own colorful bandages with decorative tape (available at craft stores or online). Attach a strip of colorful tape to the non-adhesive side of the bandage and trim away the excess tape around the edges. Apply it to your cut as you would a regular band-aid. Seek help to deal with your self-harming issue. Even if your period of self-harming is behind you, seeking help can make the recovery and coping process much easier. Speak to your doctor about your options (which may include counselling or cognitive behavioural therapy), and consider whether there might be contributing factors that caused your self-harming behaviour in the first place, like an eating disorder or sexual abuse. Coming to terms with the behaviour and understanding it may change the way you view your scars, and how you wish to cover them. Use camouflage makeup. As part of your recovery process, you may wish to hide your self-harm scars with thick, camouflaging makeup. Choose a green-based concealer, which will cover the red undertones of your scars effectively. Dab the makeup over the scar until you are happy with the coverage, then pat the surface of your skin with a powder foundation. For best results, choose a concealer that closely matches your skin tone and avoid any that have brightening properties, which will draw attention to your scars. Get a tattoo. Book a consultation with a reputable tattoo artist to discuss the possibility of tattooing over a scar (or scars) left behind from your self-harming period. Bring a design to the consultation, or have a clear idea of what you want to have as a tattoo before meeting with them. Be sure that you are ready for the commitment of having a tattoo, taking into consideration how you might feel about it in the future. | Assess how bad the cut is. Wash your hands. Apply pressure to stop the bleeding. Clean the cut. Put on antibiotic ointment. Cover the wound. Use concealer and an eyeliner brush. Wear camouflaging clothing. Apply a temporary tattoo. Wear decorative bandages. Seek help to deal with your self-harming issue. Use camouflage makeup. Get a tattoo. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Fake-a-Convincing-French-Accent | How to Fake a Convincing French Accent | To fake a convincing French accent, you'll need to learn the correct pronunciation of consonants and vowels. Work on making a guttural, rolled “r” by pulling your tongue to the back of your throat to vibrate your uvula. Additionally, replace “th” with the “z” sound and remember that “h” is always silent. When it comes to vowels, make an “e” by placing your tongue lower in your mouth and stretching the sound as long as possible. Pronounce “i” like “ee” in “see” so words like “fish” will sound like “feesh.” | Produce a guttural “r” sound. The “r” sound is produced very differently in the French language. When you say the sound, you need to pull your tongue to the back of your throat far enough to vibrate your uvula. This will sound like you are pronouncing a “gee” sound. Your "r" will turn out to be a rolled/groaned “rgr.” Consider practicing this in front of a mirror with your mouth open until you are comfortable with producing the sound. Another way to think of the French "r" sound is to replace the "r" with an English "h" sound, but try to really rough it up, almost gargling as you make the "h" sound. Replace “th” with the “z” sound. The “th” sound does not exist in the French language. When speaking English, French speakers tend to replace this sound with the “z” sound. If you want to be really accurate, shoot for a “dz” sound, like “dzees” for “this.” Remember that the “h” is always silent. In the French language, the “h” is always silent. This is true whether it is in the beginning, middle, or end of a word, so omit it when you are speaking. For instance, instead of “how” you would say “'ow,” and instead of “hospital” you would say “'ospital.” Change your production of the “j” and “g” sounds to “zh. ” In French the letter “j” is called “zhee, and “g” is called “jhay,” They are both pronounced like a soft “jhay,” like the “s” in “pleasure” and the “g” in “mirage.” For example, try pronouncing the word “joke” like “zhoke” and “judge” like “zhuzh.” Drop the “g” in words with “ng. ” The “ng” sound in words like “cling” is not used in the French language. You can use a “ny” like in the word “nyan.” Or, you can just drop the “g” and use the regular “n” sound. For instance, instead of “sang,” you would say “san.” And instead of “ring,” it would be pronounced “rgrin” with that guttural “r.” Produce “e” sounds with the tongue lower in the mouth. In the French language, the “e” sound is more open with the tongue low. To produce a convincing French accent, stretch your "e" sound to make it as long as possible. For example, "recorder" can sound completely transformed as " rgr e h-caw-d e r". Pronounce “i” like the “ee” in “see. ” When you say a short "i" sound, you turn it into something more like an "ee". For example, "fish" will sound more like "feesh," but do not make it any longer than you would "fish.” Typically, the “i” is shorter in length than it is in English. Keep your production of this vowel short and precise. A helpful hint is to remember to smile when you produce “i” in words. This helps you to pull your lips apart to say the long “ee” sound. Say “u” with your lips puckered tightly. To make your French accent more convincing, say the “u” sound with the lips out and rounded. Your lips should be a lot tighter than a normal English production of “u.” You'll want to practice by puckering your lips and keeping them rounded while you product the “ee” sound. This is the French “u.” For example, the word “you” with a French accent might sound slightly more like “yee.” But don't exaggerate that “ee” sound too much, because your lips should still be rounded. When you are pronouncing words with “u,” make sure it is very short. The French “u” is not a long vowel sound. Reduce tongue movement and focus more on lip placement. In French, vowels are typically pure and short. This means that French speakers do not need to move their tongue around when talking as much as English speakers do. When you're pronouncing vowels, keep your tongue down near the bottom front teeth. Let your lips, jaw, and nose do most of the work. Speak with equal stressing. In French, each syllable in a sentence has about equal stress (DA-DA-DA-DUM), as opposed to English, where stress comes second (Da-DUM-da-DUM). When speaking with a French accent, try your best to produce a smooth flow of syllables until you reach the end of a phrase or sentence. For example, instead of "po-[lice]' de-[part]'-ment", think "[poe]'-leece [dee]'-part-[men].'" Stress the last syllable when speaking in sentences. French speakers have a very predictable stress pattern. They always put greater emphasis on the last syllable of a sentence or phrase. This is different from English speakers, where the stress may fall on any syllable in a word. For example, with a French accent you will say the word “Atlantic” with stressing at the end (e.g., at-lan-TIC). Native English speakers will stress the middle syllable in “Atlantic” (e.g., at-LAN-tic). Speak with an upward intonation pattern. When producing a sentence, French speakers usually start out with their voice flat, with their intonation pattern gradually rising. Native English speakers typically use a falling pattern, where their intonation starts high and gradually goes down when they reach the end of a sentence. Do not confuse intonation with stressing of syllables. Intonation refers to the pitch, or rise and fall of the voice. | Produce a guttural “r” sound. Replace “th” with the “z” sound. Remember that the “h” is always silent. Change your production of the “j” and “g” sounds to “zh. Drop the “g” in words with “ng. Produce “e” sounds with the tongue lower in the mouth. Pronounce “i” like the “ee” in “see. Say “u” with your lips puckered tightly. Reduce tongue movement and focus more on lip placement. Speak with equal stressing. Stress the last syllable when speaking in sentences. Speak with an upward intonation pattern. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Afford-Dental-Implants | How to Afford Dental Implants | To afford dental implants, try visiting a dental implant center for treatment since they're often more affordable than a dentist. You could also get dental implants at a dental school for a reduced cost. You can always finance your dental implants, like with Care Credit or Springstone. With financing, you'll just need to make small monthly payments instead of paying for everything up front. The American Dental Association also has a list of local dental societies that may be able to help you find affordable care. | Determine if your insurance will cover any of the cost. Dental insurance doesn't often cover a large percentage of dental procedure costs, but some plans do cover a fraction of the overall cost. Although it may not be a lot, every penny the insurance company will pay will help in the long run. Call your insurance company to discuss the best way of paying for your dental implants. It is important to determine if going to an in-network provider will affect the amount the insurance company will cover. Discuss your options with your dentist. Let your dentist know if the cost of the dental implants is unattainable for you. Some dental offices that do implants may consider offering you a payment plan that would make the implants more affordable. Approach the payment office at your dentist and see if they allow such plans. Scheduling multiple implants at once is recommended to promote the healing process and for improving benefits for a long term result. Scheduling multiple implants at once might also help you save on the cost of office visits, anesthesia, and other charges. Asking your dentist for a temporary solution until you can afford to get the implants is also a possibility. Ask your dentist if they discount multiple implants. Some dental offices have packages available to help make implants more affordable for their patients. Inquire if they have packages available, or if they provide discounts with multiple implants. Find a dentist that performs all the steps. Dental implants involve many steps, and many times require both a surgeon and a dentist. If you can find a dentist who performs both the surgical and restorative work, you may save money, and there is one person who takes all the responsibility for the entire procedure, which is really important. You also save time this way because the provider is able to combine the visits. It can take multiple appointments to get an implant that feels like a natural tooth, so talk to your clinician to be sure you understand the process from start to finish. Comparison shop. Before deciding, call around to get quotes from different dentists. You want to make sure you are getting the best quality care for the best price. Don't stop at dentists, though; periodontists and oral surgeons also offer dental implants. Make sure you have looked at all your available options. Widen the net for where you get your implants. If you live in a large city, try finding a quality, recommended dentist in a suburb. Many times, dentists in smaller areas will charge less than those in large cities. Look for new practices. Newly opened practices may charge less as they build their reputation and client lists. Be sure to check references, like where they went to school and where they worked previously, their type of experience and methods they use, along with reviews from people in the community who have been to the new practice. Try a dental implant center. A dental implant center specializes in this kind of oral surgery. The center might charge less because dental implants are what they do on a regular basis, while your dentist might charge more because it is a special surgery. These centers also usually strive to provide lower treatment cost by having one surgical team to work on your mouth, instead of different specialists who charge separate fees. Look into dental schools. Many college and universities have dental schools that provide dental care at reduced costs. Most of these dental schools have recently graduated students working alongside experienced dentists and professors. They may even have better medical equipment, such as computers that they use for guided surgery. Finance your implants. Try health care financing, like CareCredit or Springstone. Some companies offer special financing for health care related costs at no interest or low, fixed interest rates. Usually these financing option require decent credit scores. If your credit score is low, you can get one or two cosigners on the application to get approved. Look into low-income resources. Some organizations offer aid to low-income households who need dental care. Some non-profits and dental associations provide aid to certain demographics, such as people with disabilities, women and children, and others. The American Dental Association provides a list by state of local dental societies that can help you find affordable payment options. Get a dental plan. If your insurance doesn't pay for implants, there are dental insurance alternative plans that offer implant coverage. These plans usually require you to use dentists in their network. Look into dental tourism. Dental tourism has become a popular method for high priced dental work. Dental implants are cheaper in other countries, such as Mexico, Hungary, Italy, Costa Rica, and many Asian countries. Sometimes, the same dental implants can cost half of the price it would in the US. Dental tourism should be practiced with caution. Different government health standards means that not every dentist will be equal. Research the regulations, licensing standards, procedures, and the dental office carefully before getting work done. Get an international dental referral if at all possible. Also, you need to make sure that the implant you get is a high quality one because there are many companies on the market and dental implants have also started to be manufactured in China. Another risk you need to consider is that you may end up spending more money if the treatment doesn't go as planned and complications appear. Make dental implants a top priority. If dental implants are something you really want and need, consider making that a top priority. Instead of buying a new car or taking a vacation, use that money to help pay for your dental health. When they're placed properly, dental implants can have a very high and long-term success rate, making them a good investment. Start saving. Once you have determined how much it will cost to get dental implants, start setting aside a designated amount each week or month until you save the desired amount. Saving in small increments may help the overall cost seem less overwhelming. Calculate how long it will take to save up enough money for your dental implants and schedule your appointment for that time. Take it one step at a time. Don't feel like you need to have all of the dental work done at the same time. If you can only afford to have the teeth extracted at this time, then stop there until you can afford the rest. Dental work is often done in stages, so it is feasible that you may need to pay for one stage at a time until you have completed the process. Even if it takes an extended amount of time, you won't be burdened with the whole bill at once. Dental implants take time to heal in the bone and this process takes at least four to six months. This means you have plenty of time to gather the money for the prosthetic part. Think about a funding campaign. If you are in serious need of dental implants but still can't raise the money, think about starting a campaign to raise the money. Websites such as Indiegogo and GoFundMe allow you to raise money for health care. After setting up the account, you can share via social media so friends and family members can donate if they are willing. | Determine if your insurance will cover any of the cost. Discuss your options with your dentist. Ask your dentist if they discount multiple implants. Find a dentist that performs all the steps. Comparison shop. Try a dental implant center. Look into dental schools. Finance your implants. Look into low-income resources. Get a dental plan. Look into dental tourism. Make dental implants a top priority. Start saving. Take it one step at a time. Think about a funding campaign. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Introduce-a-Dog-to-a-New-Family-Member | How to Introduce a Dog to a New Family Member | Before you introduce your dog to a new family member, try giving it a blanket or piece of clothing that smells like your baby so it can become familiar with the scent. You can also play a CD of baby noises in the weeks before your new family member arrives so your dog gets used to the sounds. Then, when you're ready to introduce the two, put your dog on a leash and carefully allow it to sniff your baby. Your dog may not be used to getting less attention than the new baby, so try giving it a treat when you feed your baby so it makes a positive association with feeding time. | Sign up for dog obedience classes. You should sign up for dog obedience classes well in advance of your due date, so that your dog is well trained and prepared for the new family member. At the obedience classes you could ask other people about their experiences of introducing dogs to new family members. You could ask your local pet store if they know about good obedience classes in your neighborhood. You could check if there is an American Kennel Club that offers obedience training in your area. Make sure your dog knows basic manners. You should make sure your dog knows how to sit, stay, heel and do other basic commands reliably. If your dog does not know basic commands, it will be difficult to properly introduce them to a new family member. Consider additional training if your dog does not respond to basic commands. To teach your dog to “come,” you should find a quiet place. Kneel down so that you are the same height as your dog. Say “come” and open your arms wide. When your dog gets to you, give them a little pat on the head and a treat. Another basic command is “heel.” It will take some effort to teach your dog to heel , but it is very worthwhile. You should work on getting your dog to sit. Train them to go to their bed or crate on command. You will need to get your dog to go to a particular place when your baby comes along. Teach them by pointing at their bed and saying, "Go to your bed," or "Go to your Crate." This will be a useful command when you are introducing your dog to the new family member. Learn how to train your dog to go somewhere on command. Expose your dog to babies in parks. Take your dog for a walk in the park and observe their reactions to babies. See how your dog looks at babies from a distance. If your dog growls or reacts aggressively, you should consult a dog trainer immediately to find a solution. If your dog seems neutral or fine with babies, you can try walking closer to them and just get your dog familiar with the general looks and sounds of babies. Go for a walk with a friend who has a baby. Ask a friend or a family member with a baby whether you could go for a walk with them with your dog. Keep your dog on a leash and walk a safe distance from the baby stroller. By walking with your friend's baby, your dog will get used to the sights and sounds of babies. You could tease out this idea by saying to your friend: “I am trying to get my dog used to the idea of a new family member in the house. I have heard it can be good to expose dogs to babies prior to the arrival of a new family member. Would you be up for a walk with my pooch and I?” Get your dog used to new routines. Since your household will have new routines when the baby comes, you should get your dog used to the changes ahead of time. If you anticipate having to walk your dog for shorter periods or at different times of the day, for instance, you should start this new walking routine prior to the baby's arrival. If you anticipate being really tired in the mid-afternoon after your baby's arrival, you could start taking naps at that time so that your dog is used to the new routine. If you anticipate eating dinner a little earlier every evening, you could start with the new dinner time so that your dog gets used to the new routine. Train your dog with a doll. Get a doll, as well as a stroller, crib and other equipment you will need for the baby. Start taking the doll for walks in the stroller and putting it to bed at night in the crib. Let your dog watch you take care of the doll. By watching you with the doll, your dog will start getting used to some of the changes that will take place with the new family member. If your dog shows good behavior around the doll, you should give praise. Let your dog have access to the stroller and nursery so it can smell them and get used to them on its own time. You could take your doll for a walk in the stroller with your dog. Give your dog gradually less attention. In the weeks ahead of your due date, you should gradually give your dog less and less attention. A gradual transition of routine and attention will be easier on your dog than a sudden shift in the amount of attention you give them. For instance, if you usually cuddle with your dog and watch a movie on a particular night of the week, you could try skipping this routine some of the time. Your dog will get used to the diminishing attention, as long as you make sure it is a gradual transition. Install a baby gate in front of the baby’s room. Install a baby gate, or a screen door, in front of the baby's room. Your dog will be able to see and hear what is going on, but will be unable to go in. By installing the gate ahead of time, your dog will get used to the new boundary. When shopping for a baby gate, remember to measure the doorway where the gate will be installed. You should also know the height of your dog, since you want to purchase a gate that your dog will be unable to jump over. You should avoid pressure mounted gates, since your dog will be able to push them over. Instead, get a hardware mounted baby gate. Hardware mounted gates are much more difficult for dogs to get around. Play a recording of baby sounds. Play a soft recording of baby noises in the background when you are hanging out with your dog or cleaning. Your dog will get used to the sounds. If they are behaving well, you can try turning up the volume slightly. Introduce your baby’s smell to your dog with a blanket. After the birth, you should get a friend or family member to take a blanket or other item of clothing that has touched your baby back home. Get your dog to smell the blanket so that it gets used to the smell of the baby. When it comes time for introductions, your dog will be well prepared. Allow your dog to get used to the smell of the baby. After you come home with the baby, let your dog get used to the smell first prior to introducing them to the baby. Make it a gradual process. Start by allowing your dog to smell a toy that your baby has played with a few times. Once your dog has sniffed the toy, you could let them smell a room that the baby has occupied. After that, you can gradually work towards introducing your dog to the new family member. While your dog is getting used to your baby's smell, let it watch you play with your baby and talk to your baby from afar so it gets comfortable with your interactions. Introduce your dog on a leash. Keep the dog on a leash while introducing them to your new family member. Watch attentively. If you feel comfortable, you can let the dog sniff the baby. Give your dog treats when you are feeding the baby. To get your dog used to the intimate attention you give your baby, you should give them treats when you are feeding the baby. This will make a positive connection with feeding time. Review the list of ingredients when you are shopping for dog treats. If there are ingredients you have never heard of, you probably shouldn't get the treat. Generally, avoid artificial ingredients and look for natural ingredients. Shop around until you find the treats that your dog likes. Make sure your dog gets plenty of exercise. During time when you are introducing your dog to the new family member, it is important to make sure they are still getting lots of exercise. Exercise is necessary to your dog's health and well being, but it's also a good opportunity for you to have one-on-one time together. If you don't have time, you should hire a dog walker or ask a friend to take them for a walk. For instance, you could take your dog to the dog park. You could go to the local swimming hole and throw sticks for your dog. Maintain a private space for your dog. Designate an area of the house as your dog's area, so that they have a place to retreat if things get too intense or loud with the new baby or other person in the house. You could give them the laundry room or another small room as a retreat space. A dog crate could also be used. Dog crates range from $20 to $200. You could also purchase a new bed for your dog. Choose the room where your dog gets fed and where all its toys are kept. Make the dog feel free when the introductions are made. When the new person arrives, you should give your dog a sense of freedom to smell the person, as long as the individual is comfortable with the situation. You should make sure the doors are open and there are plenty of exits, so that your dog does not feel trapped. For instance, do the introductions in an open area of the house and leave all of the doors open. Ask the person to offer the dog a treat. You could ask the new family member or visitor to offer the dog a treat. This could give your dog a favorable impression. Give the new family member a dog treat. Tell them to ask your dog to “come,” “sit” or perform another basic command that they know. If your dog follows the command, get the new family member to give the treat. You could also try standing alongside the new family member while they ask your dog to perform the command. If you need to try a different tactic, you could ask your dog to come and sit while standing next to the new family member. Once the dog has performed the command, get the new family member to offer the treat. Do not let him feed by hand because the dog might take it as a threat or as an alarm. Instead he can place it in his designated eating bowl. | Sign up for dog obedience classes. Make sure your dog knows basic manners. Train them to go to their bed or crate on command. Expose your dog to babies in parks. Go for a walk with a friend who has a baby. Get your dog used to new routines. Train your dog with a doll. Give your dog gradually less attention. Install a baby gate in front of the baby’s room. Play a recording of baby sounds. Introduce your baby’s smell to your dog with a blanket. Allow your dog to get used to the smell of the baby. Introduce your dog on a leash. Give your dog treats when you are feeding the baby. Make sure your dog gets plenty of exercise. Maintain a private space for your dog. Make the dog feel free when the introductions are made. Ask the person to offer the dog a treat. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-an-Herbalist | How to Become an Herbalist | If you want to become an herbalist, try to find a job that's related to the field, like working at a natural food store or a supplement manufacturer. In your free time, study herbs and tinctures, or attend herbal school if you'd prefer a formal education. Recommend herbs and tinctures for your family and friends, and ask them to recommend people they know who might need the services of an herbalist. While you're working and studying, build an online presence with a website and social media pages. | Read about herbalism and herbs to start building your knowledge base. Many herbalists begin with self-directed study and learning. Research herbalism online and in books to start your education. Some helpful books for beginning herbalists that provide clear explanations of foundational concepts, have a lot of useful information for practical referencing, and offer action-ready steps for newcomers who want to experiment, include: Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide by Rosemary Gladstar The Way of Herbs by Michael Tierra Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine by Andrew Chevallier Body into Balance by Maria Noel Groves The Gift of Healing Herbs by Robin Rose Bennett While books are a good place to start, you shouldn't stop learning there! Hands-on learning, through a school or an apprenticeship, will teach you the more subtle complexities of diagnosis and treatment. Grow your own herbs. Start growing herbs for your tinctures and recipes at home. This is good practice if you want to grow and sell herbs professionally as an herbalist. It also ensures that your tinctures and recipes will be made with high-quality ingredients. Keep your herbs well organized and clearly labeled. Some of the most common herbal supplements include echinacea, evening primrose, gingko biloba, ginseng, and St. John's Wort. Make tinctures with various herbs. Fill a glass jar 1/3 to 1/2 full, depending on how strong you want your tincture to be, with the dried herb of your choice, making sure not to pack it down. Fill the rest of the jar with a base ingredient, such as alcohol, and stir the ingredients with a spoon. Alcohol, such as vodka or 80-proof rum, makes a good base ingredient. You can also use glycerine, vinegar, or even honey. Use whatever herbs you want, depending on what kind of tincture you're making. For example, choose chamomile for a tincture that promotes restful sleep or echinacea for immune system support when you're battling a cold. Store your tincture in a cool, dry place for 3 weeks to 6 months. Shake it daily and when you're ready to use the tincture, strain it through cheesecloth and store it in dropper bottles or clean glass jars. Note that a standard adult dose of herbal tincture is ⁄ 2 to 1 teaspoon (2.5 to 4.9 mL) up to 3 times daily. Attend herbal school online or in-person to further your education. There are many herbal schools to choose from, with different curriculums and emphases, from scientific/evidence-based to the more folk/traditional. Some are online programs, and others are on-site with physical classrooms and classmates. Research different schools and programs and choose one that fits best with your needs and interests. Attend herbal conferences to ask fellow conference-goers about their experiences and what programs and courses they've liked (or disliked). Visit https://www.americanherbalistsguild.com/ for a helpful (though not exhaustive) list of good herbal schools. Choose a program with 1,600+ hours of study. If you want to be a non-clinical career herbalist, opt for a 1-2 year program with a minimum of 700 hours. However, to be a practicing clinical herbalist, the American Herbalists Guild recommends choosing a program with a minimum of 1,600 hours of study at a school of herbal medicine, including a 400-hour clinical requirement. You can learn the basics of herbalism from a 100-300 hour introductory program. Be aware that there is no certifying agency or licensing board for herbalists in the United States. Most herbal schools will award a certificate of completion when you graduate, but this is not the same thing as being officially board-certified. Get a graduate or medical degree to practice herbal medicine. To be a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, get a Master's or doctoral degree. To be a naturopathic or allopathic doctor, get a medical degree and then further training in the field of herbalism. To attend graduate school or medical school, you need a Bachelor's degree. Consider majoring in botany, biology, or a related science field. To be a naturopathic doctor, complete a 4-year graduate-level program accredited by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education after finishing medical school. After graduation, you need to pass the Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Exam (NPLEX) before taking the state licensure exam. You must re-certify with 20 hours of approved continuing education each year. Do an apprenticeship to gain practical experience. Find an herbal mentor whom you admire and shadow them to gain insight into running an herbalist business, making compounds, and interacting with clients. Set out the terms of the apprenticeship in writing, including hours per week, and compensation (whether it's in money, goods, or strictly in mentorship, or some combination of both). Try a trial period of a week with your mentor first to see if you're well-suited to each other. If you're a newly graduated naturopathic physician, considering shadowing an experienced naturopathic physician for a year or 2 instead of doing a residency, which isn't required for naturopathic physicians. Choose your specialties or services, depending on interest and demand. There is no single career path for herbalists. Find a niche that you can fill based on your expertise and the needs of the community. For example, you might specialize in making tinctures for specific conditions, like menopause, or work primarily with a particular population, such as pregnant women. Possible livelihoods for herbalists include: Naturopathic physician or practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical herbalism, in a private or integrated practice Making herbal products, such as tinctures or tea blends Retailing and marketing herbal products, online or in a brick-and-mortar store Teaching about herbalism, for instance in herbal schools, community centers, conferences, or camps Researching herbs for universities or governments, or doing GMP testing on products. Work in a natural food store to get your foot in the door. Alternatively, you could work with a supplement manufacturer. These jobs can get you connections in the field and help you network with other herbalists and related specialists. The paycheck can also help you financially as you try to grow your career as an herbalist. Search online for full- and part-time jobs in the herbalist field. Check out https://www.naturalindustryjobs.com/currentjobs.asp for listings of relevant positions. Develop an online presence. Market yourself and your business with a nice website and social media pages. Connect with successful herbalists and healthcare practitioners online, by following them on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, and signing up for mailing lists. Analyze the ways that they advertise, get clients, and connect with their communities, and implement successful practices into your own marketing plan. Try writing articles for blogs or local papers to get your name out there and showcase your expertise. Build up a client base. Start with friends and family members and ask them to refer people they know to you. You can also post ads in the newspaper, at local businesses, or online to get new clients. Ask your clients to pass your information along to anybody they know who might be in need of herbalist services. Get business training if your money and marketing skills aren’t strong. Join small business associations and try taking a course in business, bookkeeping, and marketing. Some herbal schools also provide business-focused training programs, such as the Herbal Academy's Entrepreneur Course or the Commonwealth Herbs' Business Mentorship. Check out the book Business Mastery by massage therapist Cherie M. Sohnen-Moe for a helpful guide in mastering the business side of your career. Don’t make any diagnoses or prescriptions unless you're a doctor. Herbalists who haven't also done medical degrees are not doctors, and so are legally not permitted to 'practice medicine without a license.' This includes diagnosing, prescribing, and using terms like 'treat' or 'cure.' Don't advise clients on how to take (or stop taking) pharmaceutical medications. You can legally make recommendations, educate your clients about specific herbs, and dispense herbs. Follow the FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for products. GMPs address every part of the manufacturing process of herbs and herbal products, including identification of the ingredients, purity assurance, and personnel training and hygiene. There are also labeling requirements for products, including regulations about listing ingredients and any serious side effects, making claims about the product's structure and function, and issuing disclaimers. For more information about GMPs contact your local or state organic certification agency, or visit the FDA website: https://www.fda.gov/Food/GuidanceRegulation/GuidanceDocumentsRegulatoryInformation/DietarySupplements/ucm238182.htm. Whether you're a small community herbalist or a multi-million dollar supplement manufacturer, if you make and sell your own products to the public, particularly tinctures, you're legally obligated to comply with the GMPs. The FDA can shut your business down for non-compliance. Make referrals for clients with conditions beyond your expertise. It's important to know the limits of your knowledge and abilities. Develop a go-to list of practitioners to whom you can refer clients when their problems and needs are beyond your ability to help. Judiciously making referrals will increase your clients' trust in you, as well, rather than hurt your business. For example, you probably aren't prepared to take on a client who has cancer if you've only taken a 6-week course on herbs. | Read about herbalism and herbs to start building your knowledge base. Grow your own herbs. Make tinctures with various herbs. Attend herbal school online or in-person to further your education. Choose a program with 1,600+ hours of study. Get a graduate or medical degree to practice herbal medicine. Do an apprenticeship to gain practical experience. Choose your specialties or services, depending on interest and demand. Work in a natural food store to get your foot in the door. Develop an online presence. Build up a client base. Get business training if your money and marketing skills aren’t strong. Don’t make any diagnoses or prescriptions unless you're a doctor. Follow the FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for products. Make referrals for clients with conditions beyond your expertise. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Store-Fresh-Garlic | How to Store Fresh Garlic | To store fresh garlic, put it in something that's well-ventilated, like a wire basket or a bowl with holes in it. Then, find a dark, dry spot to put the garlic, like a kitchen cupboard. If you're looking for long-term storage, wrap the garlic in plastic wrap, toss it in a freezer bag, and then place it in the freezer. | Purchase or harvest garlic that is fresh and firm. This is important, as the fresher your garlic, the longer it will last. The garlic bulb should be firm with papery dry skin and have no sprouting. Soft bulbs indicate over-ripe garlic that will not store for very long. Avoid shriveled garlic bulbs or those that are stored in the refrigerated section of the grocery store. Dry homegrown garlic bulbs before storing. Drying your homegrown garlic before storing allows the flavor to develop and become more concentrated. Wash your recently harvested garlic bulb and allow it to dry in a dark, but moisture-free, place for about a week. You can hang garlic from its stalks to dry. Store garlic at room temperature. Many people make the mistake of storing garlic in the refrigerator, but garlic actually does best at a cool room temperature of around 60 °F (16 °C). Refrigerating garlic is a bad idea as it causes the bulb to deteriorate. Refrigerating garlic bulbs adds moisture and can cause the bulb to grow moldy. If you have chopped or minced fresh garlic, you can store it in the refrigerator in a sealed container for a short period, but use it as soon as possible. Freezing is not recommended, because it changes the consistency and flavor of the garlic. Keep garlic in a location with good air circulation. Storing your garlic bulbs in a well-ventilated spot allows the garlic to "breathe" and will extend its shelf-life. Garlic bulbs can be kept in a mesh or wire basket, a small bowl with ventilation holes or even a paper bag. Do not store fresh garlic bulbs in plastic bags or sealed containers. This can cause mold and sprouting. Store fresh garlic bulbs in a dark, dry spot. Your kitchen cupboard or a shady corner of your kitchen counter top is perfect for this. Keep your garlic away from sunlight and moisture to avoid sprouting. Use garlic quickly once you have broken the bulb. The shelf life of your garlic is shortened significantly when you break up the bulb to remove the cloves. If the garlic begins to feel soft, or the cloves have green sprouts through the middle, then it is time to throw the garlic away. Unbroken garlic bulbs can be kept up to 8 weeks if stored properly. Cloves broken from the garlic bulb will keep from 3-to-10 days. Be aware that storage for "new season garlic" is different from regular garlic. Homegrown, new season garlic will need to be refrigerated directly upon harvesting. Also called "young wet" garlic, these garlic bulbs are harvested in early summer and have a mild flavor. They do not need to be dried and can be refrigerated for up to a week. New season garlic has a milder flavor than regular garlic and can be used in place of onions and leeks in cooking. Freeze garlic. Although some people are opposed to freezing garlic, as it is said to change the texture and flavor, freezing can be a good option for those who use garlic infrequently or for people with leftover cloves that they don't want to go to waste. You can freeze garlic in one of two ways: You can freeze whole, unpeeled garlic cloves by wrapping them in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or popping them in a freezer bag, and placing in the freezer. You can then remove individual cloves as needed. Alternatively, you can peel the garlic cloves , crush or chop them finely and place the garlic in a plastic freezer bag or wrap it in some plastic freezer wrap. If the garlic becomes stuck together when frozen, you can grate off as much of the frozen garlic as needed. Store garlic in oil. There has been some controversy about storing garlic in oil, as keeping garlic-infused oil at room temperature has been associated with the growth of the bacteria clostridium botulinum which can cause a fatal illness known as botulism. However, if the garlic oil is stored in the freezer, the risk of it developing this bacteria are removed. To safely store garlic in oil: You can peel individual garlic cloves and completely submerge them in oil in a glass jar or plastic container. Tightly seal the jar or container with a lid and place directly into the freezer. Use a spoon to scoop out the garlic as needed. Alternatively, you can make a puree of garlic and olive oil by mixing one part peeled garlic cloves with two parts olive oil in a blender or food processor. Transfer the puree to a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid and place in the freezer. This method is very convenient for cooks, as the oil prevents the puree from freezing so it can be scooped out and placed directly on a pan. Store garlic in wine or vinegar. Peeled garlic cloves can be pickled in wine or vinegar and stored in the refrigerator for up to four months. You can use a dry red or white wine, or a white or white wine vinegar. To store garlic in this way, fill a glass jar with peeled garlic cloves, then pour in your chosen wine or vinegar to fill up the available space. Seal the jar tightly and place in the refrigerator. To add extra flavor to your pickled garlic , you may add a tablespoon of salt (per cup of liquid) along with any dried herbs, such as red pepper flakes, oregano, rosemary or bay leaves. Shake the jar well to mix the contents. Although the pickled garlic should last in the refrigerator for up to four months, you should discard the contents of the jar if you see any signs of mold forming on the surface of the liquid. Never store the pickled garlic at room temperature, as mold will form very quickly. Dry garlic. Another easy way to preserve your garlic is to dry it out. Dried garlic will condense, so a even a large amount of garlic will take up very little space in your pantry. When used in cooking, the dried garlic will absorb water and give great flavor to your dish. There are two ways to dry garlic, depending on whether you have a food dehydrator or not. You can dry garlic in a food dehydrator by peeling the cloves and cutting them in half lengthwise. You should only use plump, unbruised cloves for dehydrating. Place them on the tray of your dehydrator and follow the manufacturers instructions for best heat settings. The garlic is completely dried when it becomes crisp and brittle. If you don not have a food dehydrator, you can use the same process, using the oven instead. Place the halved garlic cloves on a baking dish and bake at 140 °F (60 °C) for two hours. Then turn the heat down to 130 and continue to bake until the garlic is fully dried.. Make garlic salt. You can use your dried garlic to make garlic salt, which is adds a great, subtle garlic flavor to dishes when cooking. To make the garlic salt, simply blend the dried garlic in a food processor until it forms a fine powder. Add in four parts of sea salt for every one part of garlic and process for minute or two to combine. Don't process the sea salt and garlic powder for any longer than two minutes or it will clump together. Store the garlic salt in a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid and keep in a cool, dark kitchen cupboard. | Purchase or harvest garlic that is fresh and firm. Dry homegrown garlic bulbs before storing. Store garlic at room temperature. Keep garlic in a location with good air circulation. Store fresh garlic bulbs in a dark, dry spot. Use garlic quickly once you have broken the bulb. Be aware that storage for "new season garlic" is different from regular garlic. Freeze garlic. Store garlic in oil. Store garlic in wine or vinegar. Dry garlic. Make garlic salt. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Money-Online-Through-Internet-Marketing | How to Make Money Online Through Internet Marketing | One way to make money online through internet marketing is to write a blog or make a video to promote your business. You can also try writing how-to articles or product reviews that link back to your website to increase your viewership. Additionally, you can try search engine optimization (SEO) to ensure your website is listed higher on search engines. To achieve this, make sure to include interesting content and important keywords on your website, and get other websites to link back to your website. | Learn the definition of content marketing. Content marketing is a strategy for selling your goods or services. It involves setting yourself up as an expert in your field by creating and sharing content that is closely related to what you are selling. The content can include blog posts, videos, online courses or e-books. The goal is to attract and retain a clearly-defined audience who will purchase your goods or services. . Write a blog If you have a business, consider starting a blog as part of your marketing plan. You can write how-to articles, product reviews, answers to questions and posts about upcoming events. Blogs give you more flexibility than other forms of social media like Facebook or Twitter because you own the content and aren't bound by a third party's rules or restrictions. Also, if your posts include keywords or phrases and link to internal and external content, you can improve the search optimization of your website. Blogs drive sales because you can include product information and links to product pages. Don't make the same mistake most businesses make, though, by making their blog posts all about them. Create helpful content for your target audience that gives them a reason for them to visit your site time and time again. Create videos. According to Cisco, video accounted for 64 percent of consumer internet traffic in 2014, and it is expected to grow to 80 percent by 2019. Video is so popular because it's engaging and allows people to get information and entertainment that's easy to digest. With so much information available at their fingertips, most people want to get their content quickly and move on. Produce creative videos that educate your customers about your products. Keep the videos relevant to your audience. Also, promote your videos across several social media channels. Write e-books. Price Waterhouse Cooper predicts that revenue from e-book sales in the United States will grow from $2.31 billion in 2011 to $8.69 billion in 2018. That's an increase of 276 percent. Since the popularity of e-books is increasing so significantly, consider using this type of media to connect with your customers. Content marketers create self-published titles on platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing and make them available for free. E-books can help you generate sales leads, educate customers about you and your products, build your brand and offer valuable information to your target audience. Produce infographics. Infographics are visual displays of information. They display your content using visual design elements. They can illustrate a point from an article, but they also usually convey a self-contained message. Infographics are effective because they can quickly communicate complex information in a visually-pleasing, easily-understood way. Use infographics to present survey data, explain how your product or service works or to compare products or services. Teach an online course. Teach a class in your specialty. You can teach the class in person, or you can offer it online. Options for offering your class online include sending it through e-mail, hosting it on your website, or publishing it on an online platform like Udemy. Teaching an online course is practical and profitable because you teach it once, and then you use it over and over again to connect to your customers. Create a useful course that addresses your customers' needs and develop an ongoing system to promote the video and attract new customers. Host a webinar. A webinar is a workshop or seminar that is presented over the web. Sites like GoToWebinar allow you to host and record webinars. Webinars are practical because you can connect with any number of people from anywhere in the world. Also, like videos and infographics, webinars are visual, which makes them effective at engaging and capturing your audience. Understand the basics of building an online presence. If you own a business, you need a website. It doesn't need to be fancy, but it does need to present essential information to potential customers. Things like your business' contact information, product descriptions, an online store, etc. Use search engine optimization (SEO) to ensure your website isn't buried on the last page of a search engine. To do this, you'll need to provide interesting, unique content on your website, use keywords, and get other websites to link back to yours. Learn the definition of paid channel advertising. This is also sometimes referred to as Search Engine Marketing (SEM) or pay-per-click (PPC) marketing. All of these terms can be used interchangeably, and they refer to purchasing or renting traffic through online advertisements. Although it can be expensive, this strategy is effective because it is measurable and can be used to target specific niches in your target market. But you have to be savvy and develop a successful strategy. LinkedIn, Google, Facebook and Twitter all offer paid channel advertising. Understand the different sales models. The most common forms of paid channel advertising are cost-per-mille (CPM) and cost-per-click (CPC). CPM ads are the banners you see across the tops of webpages. You are billed a flat rate based on the number of times the ad is displayed. CPC ads are the paid advertising results you see on a Google search results page or in the side margin on a Facebook page. You pay for every click on your ad. CPM is a cost per 1000 views and that it means that the ad is exposed, but not necessarily read or noticed. CPC is much more expensive since the reader has taken the time to "click through" to the website. Develop an advertising strategy. Use strategies that let you get the most from your ads. You want to time them properly so they reach your target audience at the right time. Also, you must use strategies that target the location, behavior or browsing habits of your target audience. Day targeting allows you to manage how often and when your ads are displayed throughout the day. Re-targeting is cookie-based technology. When new visitors come to your site, a cookie is dropped on them. As they browse the web, the cookie displays your ad. Keep in mind unsolicited cookies can have negative repercussions for the vendor. Geotargeting markets to customers in a specific geographic location. Internet-based targeting finds your customers based on their browsing activity. Behavioral targeting finds customers based on their purchasing history. Choose an ad network. Use information about your target audience to evaluate the different networks and choose the right one for your ads. What works for another business might not work for you. Think about how you want to target your audience and the visual appeal of the ads. Decide if you want to target a business-to-business (B2B) or consumer audience. Also, choose to target your customers based on either demographics or their interests. Consider the user experience of your ad. Depending on the network you choose, customers can see you ad based on keywords they search, products for which they shop or by their interests or job title. Choose an ad format that is visually appealing, aligns with your brand and communicates about your business in a clear way. Learn the definition of email marketing. Email marketing is sending a message about your business to a group of people via email. It gives you a way to promote your business and stay connected with your customers. You can send advertisements, requests for business or solicitations for sales or donations. It is an inexpensive and efficient way to reach a large audience. You can also segment your e-mail list to send different kinds of emails to different customers. Use automation. Use automation technology to send thousands of emails to customers on your marketing list. Software can segment your list and send targeted, timed emails to your customers. It makes your customers feel like you are reaching out to them personally. Email automation software companies include MailChimp, InfusionSoft, Marketo, HubSpot and Eloqua. Comply with laws regulating SPAM. Familiarize yourself with the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC's) CAN-SPAM Act. This act specifies requirements for commercial emails, gives customers the option to opt out of receiving emails from you and imposes tough penalties for violations. It applies to all commercial email, including bulk email, individual commercial messages, business-to-business (B2B) commercial messages and emails sent to consumers. The person or business originating the message must be clearly identifiable. The subject line must not be deceptive. You must disclose that your message is an ad. Your message must include a valid physical address that tells customers where you are located. You must offer an opt-out mechanism that works within 10 business days. Even if you hire another company to manage your email marketing, you are responsible for complying with the law. Measure engagement and conversions. Calculate the number of times your emails are opened by customers. Also, measure how many visits to your site are generated by each email campaign. Evaluate how often an opened email converts into a sale. Determine the total revenue earned by each email campaign. Use this information to design future email campaigns. Learn the definition of affiliate marketing. With affiliate marketing, you agree to promote related products on your blog or website with affiliate link buttons. When visitors to your blog or website click on that affiliate link button, they are redirected to that merchant's website. If they make a purchase, you receive a commission. The commission on one sale can be anywhere from $1 to $10,000. The amount you can make depends on what kind of product you promote. Understand the basics of how affiliate marketing works. Many online retailers who sell products or services offer affiliate programs. If you decide to sign up for a company's affiliate program, you get a tracking link to put on your blog. When visitors click on that link, the link stores a cookie in their browser that remains for a set period of time, such as 60 days. If the visitor purchases a product from that merchant site within the time period, you earn a sales commission. Most companies give you ready-made text links, banners or buttons. You copy the code and place it on your website to start referring customers to the merchant. Customers can clear their browser cookies at any time, which means the affiliate link won't work. Understand why affiliate marketing is advantageous. Affiliate marketing is inexpensive. Not only is it free to join an affiliate program, but you also don't have to deal with storing or shipping products or with providing customer support. Also, it is a source of passive income. You can be earning money even when you're not working at your computer. Finally, it allows you to work from home. Compare affiliate marketing with other types of blog monetization. Other methods of monetizing your blog include selling ad space to sponsors or signing up with an advertising placement service like AdSense. With these programs, you get paid anytime a customer clicks on an ad that is displayed on your webpage. Many people who make a lot of money through ads have hundreds or even thousands of websites. They write search engine optimization (SEO) rich content that directs traffic to their sites. You get paid pennies per click. You need to attract thousands of visitors to your site per day to be able to earn more than a few dollars per day. If you are attracting that many customers, you can make more money through affiliate marketing. Choose a product that is relevant to your audience. Think about the traffic that will be visiting your blog. If you are writing a blog about sewing, it might not make sense to have affiliate links to weight lifting equipment. Chances are your readers wouldn't be interested in that product. This means they would be less likely to click on the affiliate link, let alone purchase something through it. Ask yourself if you would use the product and would the majority of your readers benefit from the product. If so, then it might be a good product for an affiliate link. Promote physical products. Physical products are goods that customers can buy. Typical physical product commissions range from 4 percent to 10 percent. Choose an affiliate program that drops cookies that don't expire for 60 to 90 days. This extends the time period during which you might earn a commission. To find an affiliate program for a product you want to promote, do an internet search for “product name affiliate program.” For example, search for “potty training affiliate programs.” Or, if you are looking for products within a certain niche, you can search for “your niche affiliate program.” For example, search for “parenting affiliate programs.” Promote information products. An information product is created by another blogger or author to teach something. For example, it might be a course or an e-book. To find these affiliate programs, you generally need to contact the author or blogger directly. Typical commissions on information products range from 30 percent to 50 percent. The commissions are so much higher because the seller typically doesn't need to pay production and shipping costs. Promote services. Think of the services you use and that your readers are likely to use. For example, a parenting blogger could promote child care or tutoring services. With services, you are likely to earn repeat commissions as visitors to your blog may purchase from the service on a recurring basis. Typical commissions for service affiliate programs range from 15 percent to 30 percent. Some service affiliate programs may pay even higher commissions, depending on what the service is. | Learn the definition of content marketing. . Create videos. Write e-books. Produce infographics. Teach an online course. Host a webinar. Understand the basics of building an online presence. Learn the definition of paid channel advertising. Understand the different sales models. Develop an advertising strategy. Choose an ad network. Learn the definition of email marketing. Use automation. Comply with laws regulating SPAM. Measure engagement and conversions. Learn the definition of affiliate marketing. Understand the basics of how affiliate marketing works. Understand why affiliate marketing is advantageous. Compare affiliate marketing with other types of blog monetization. Choose a product that is relevant to your audience. Promote physical products. Promote information products. Promote services. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Apply-Moisturizer | How to Apply Moisturizer | Before applying moisturizer, wash your face or body to not only clean your skin but also to allow it to properly absorb the cream. Then, dab the moisturizer on key dry areas, such as your nose, chin, elbows, knees, and feet. However, if any of these areas are oily, avoid putting moisturizer on them. Finally, if you spend time outdoors and want to protect your skin from ultraviolet rays, pick a moisturizer that also contains sun protection through SPF content. | Go with a water-based moisturizer if you have normal skin. Normal skin is able to maintain a natural moisture balance. If you have normal skin, you rarely deal with issues like excessive oiliness or dry, flaky skin. You only need a light, water-based moisturizer to keep your skin looking fresh. Water-based moisturizers never feel greasy. They often contain lightweight oils or silicone-derived ingredients. Select a heavier oil-based moisturizer if you have dry skin. Dry skin is usually flaky, itchy, and rough to the touch. Very dry skin may even crack and be painful. You need something a little heavier to restore hydration to dry skin, so go with a thick, oil-based moisturizer. Moisturizers with a ceramide base are great at helping skin hold onto moisture. You can also look for hydrating ingredients like lactic acid and urea. For very dry and cracked skin, consider ointments made with petroleum jelly. Apply these at night before bed since they tend to be greasy. Try a light, water-based moisturizer if you have oily skin. If you have oily skin, you have shiny patches of oil in one or more places, normally on your face. Oily skin tends to be more susceptible to acne, so use a light, water-based moisturizer that won't clog your pores. Look for a product that say "oil-free" and "non-comedogenic" on the label. Moisturizer is especially important if you're using an acne medication that contains drying ingredients like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. If you're acne-prone, avoid moisturizers that contain pore-clogging ingredients like petroleum jelly, cocoa butter, and coconut oil. Use a moisturizer with soothing ingredients if you have sensitive skin. If your skin is susceptible to irritation, redness, itching, or rashes, go with a soothing moisturizer made with chamomile or aloe. Look for products that say "hypoallergenic" and "fragrance-free" on the label. Avoid products containing acids, which can irritate sensitive skin. Try oil-based moisturizers with antioxidants if you have mature skin. As skin ages, the oil-producing glands slow down and skin becomes thinner and drier. Go with an oil-based product made with petroleum jelly to lock in moisture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Moisturizers with antioxidants or alpha hydroxy acids can help prevent flaky skin. Moisturizers with retinoids and peptides can also be great for mature skin. Wash your face with lukewarm water to prepare your skin. The best time to apply moisturizer is when your skin is clean. Work a gentle face cleanser into a lather and rinse it off thoroughly with lukewarm water. Gently pat your skin with a soft, clean towel to remove excess moisture. Don't completely dry your skin, though! Leave it damp. Applying moisturizer to damp skin helps trap more water in your skin. Also, damp skin absorbs products better. Never wash your face with hot water because it strips skin of its moisture and natural oils. Use an almond-sized amount of product for each application. The amount of moisturizer to use varies by product. In general, thinner moisturizers can be applied more generously since your face absorbs them quickly. If you're using a really thick moisturizer, a small dollop should do the trick. If you aren't sure where to start, go with an almond-sized amount of product. You might need a thick cream if you're dealing with a skin condition like psoriasis, eczema, or rosacea. Day creams are typically thinner, while night creams are thicker. Use moisturizer with SPF 30 to protect your face and body during the day. Damage from the sun can lead to premature aging. Dab a small amount of the moisturizer on different areas of your face. Use clean fingertips to apply small dabs of the moisturizer onto key dry areas like your forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin. This helps to distribute the product evenly all over your face. When you apply a moisturizer to your face, it keeps your skin hydrated, supple, and elastic. Don't forget to include your neck in both your washing and moisturizing routine. This is especially important when you're apply a daytime moisturizer with SPF, which will help protect these areas from sun damage. Spread the moisturizer evenly around your face with your fingertips. Using your fingertips, smooth each dab of moisturizer upwards and outwards on your face using circular motions. You only need to apply gentle pressure to blend the moisturizer into your skin evenly. Be extra careful around the delicate eye area. Allow the moisturizer to absorb completely before applying makeup or other products. Tap eye cream into the skin around your eyes with your ring finger. The skin around your eyes is thinner and more sensitive than the skin anywhere else on your body. Because of this, many people like to apply a special cream to this area. If you want to try eye cream, use your middle or ring finger to dab a small amount around the eye area. Continue tapping the cream into your skin until it's completely absorbed. Give the cream about a minute to fully absorb before moving on to your regular moisturizer. For daytime, you can apply your usual SPF moisturizer around your eyes. Avoid pulling or tugging the delicate skin around your eyes. Look for eye creams made with ingredients like retinoids, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, neuropeptides, and vitamin E. Apply lip balm to your lips to moisturize and protect them. Just like the rest of your skin, your lips need to maintain moisture in order to stay hydrated and look great. Use a moisturizing lip balm to keep your lips soft and plump. Carry it with you and reapply as needed throughout the day. You can even wear it under your lipstick. Consider using a lip balm that contains SPF if you plan on going outdoors. If the lip balm makes your lips tingle or feels uncomfortable, you may want to try something else on the sensitive lip area. Wash your body with gentle, moisturizing soap and warm water. Use a mild cleanser with moisturizing ingredients like shea butter and glycerin. Apply the cleanser to your body with a light touch to avoid damaging your skin. Lather it up and rinse your skin thoroughly with warm water. Use a soft towel to gently pat the excess moisture off your skin but leave the skin damp. To prevent stripping natural oils and moisture from your skin, limit your showers to 5 or 10 minutes and avoid using hot water. Avoid loofahs and pumice stones if you have dry or sensitive skin. Squirt a quarter-sized amount of moisturizer into the palm of your hand. Rub the moisturizer between both palms for several seconds to spread the product evenly and warm it up a little. It's best to start with a quarter-sized amount and continue to get more moisturizer, as needed. Use both hands to apply moisturizer to clean, still-damp skin. Use short but firm strokes with your hands to spread the moisturizer over your body and smooth it into your skin. Be sure to apply moisturizer in the direction of the hair follicle and don't rub too hard to avoid skin irritation. Pay specific attention to the driest parts of your body like your elbows, knees, and feet. Reapply moisturizer to your hands each time after washing them. Every time you wash your hands, you remove the moisturizer you previously applied along with the natural oils and moisture in your skin. Get into the habit of applying hand cream every time after you wash your hands in order to keep them soft. | Go with a water-based moisturizer if you have normal skin. Select a heavier oil-based moisturizer if you have dry skin. Try a light, water-based moisturizer if you have oily skin. Use a moisturizer with soothing ingredients if you have sensitive skin. Try oil-based moisturizers with antioxidants if you have mature skin. Wash your face with lukewarm water to prepare your skin. Use an almond-sized amount of product for each application. Dab a small amount of the moisturizer on different areas of your face. Spread the moisturizer evenly around your face with your fingertips. Tap eye cream into the skin around your eyes with your ring finger. Apply lip balm to your lips to moisturize and protect them. Wash your body with gentle, moisturizing soap and warm water. Squirt a quarter-sized amount of moisturizer into the palm of your hand. Use both hands to apply moisturizer to clean, still-damp skin. Reapply moisturizer to your hands each time after washing them. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Canine-Distemper | How to Prevent Canine Distemper | To prevent canine distemper, make sure to vaccinate your puppy against the disease when it's 6 to 8 weeks old. After this initial vaccination, you'll need to get it distemper shots every 3 to 4 weeks until it reaches 16 to 20 weeks old. Additionally, make sure your puppy gets a distemper booster when it's around 14 months old, and continues to get vaccinated against the illness every 3 years. In addition to vaccines, keep your pet's food and water bowls clean to kill the distemper virus. If your dog is infected, make sure to keep it isolated from all other dogs since the virus spreads easily and quickly. | Vaccinate a puppy quickly. A puppy should be given a full course of vaccinations as soon as possible. Typically the first dose of vaccination is given from 6- 8 weeks of age, and then every 3 - 4 weeks until the pup reaches 16 - 20 weeks of age. When the puppy reaches around 14 months of age it requires a top-up booster vaccination. After that, it will need another booster every three years for the rest of its life. Dogs that are most at risk of distemper are those that do not have any immunity to it. Typically these are puppies aged 3 - 6 months, or dogs that have not been vaccinated against distemper and have no natural immunity to this disease. Keep vaccinations up to date. The mainstay of prevention is vaccination. An effective vaccination is available and all responsible dog owners should make sure their dogs are vaccinated and receive regular booster doses of vaccine. This is especially important given that apparently healthy dogs may be excreting distemper virus, thus putting other dogs at risk but without giving any warning signs. Make sure all breeding dogs are up to date on vaccinations. Breeding bitches should be up-to-date with their distemper vaccination prior to falling pregnant. This helps ensure that they pass on a good level of passive immunity to the pups when the suckle. A nursing bitch produces antibodies which pass via the milk to the puppies - these are known as maternally derived antibodies, and they give the puppy passive protection for the first few weeks of life (typically up to about 6 - 8 weeks of age.) Be sure to vaccinate dogs that come into contact with wildlife. Be aware that if you have wildlife populations in the area, your dogs may be at increased risk. This is because of the ability of foxes or raccoons to harbor distemper virus and act as a reservoir of infection for domestic dogs. Thus, it is important to get your dog vaccinated. Disinfect animal areas regularly. It makes good sense to keep food and water bowls clean, not just because of the risk of distemper infection, but as a measure of good hygiene. Most regular household disinfectants kill distemper virus, including a 1:20 dilution of household bleach with water Clean areas where infected animals have been. Distemper virus in the environment is not particularly hardy, and is destroyed by heat and dry conditions, as well as most common disinfectants. However, it can survive for a few weeks at temperatures just above freezing. The most common source of infection is through contact with bodily fluids. This might be through contact with diarrhea or vomit containing the virus, or through the air when the dog sneezes. Dogs can become infected if they use contaminated food or water bowls. They can also get infected if they sniff and explore in an environment contaminated with viral particles. This is why the virus is so infectious and why it's so important to have your dog vaccinated. Keep infected dogs isolated. This means that you should not take an infected dog to a dog park or any area where there are a lot of other dogs. Unvaccinated dogs need to be kept away from dogs with distemper. This includes dogs who have recently recovered from an illness that could have been due to distemper. An added complication is that dogs can shed distemper virus for several months after they have recovered from the first stage of the disease. Thus, outwardly they appear fine but they remain an infection risk to other dogs. Socializing a dog that is infected with distemper can be hard. If you have another dog that you are absolutely sure is properly vaccinated, then you can have them interact. However, it is always better to be safe than sorry. Dogs do not have a lifelong resistance to distemper once they are vaccinated once. The vaccination must be boosted regularly to keep its effectiveness. If you are in doubt at all, keep the infected dog away from all other dogs. Learn about the distemper virus. Distemper is caused by a morbillivirus from the family paramyxovirus. It is highly contagious between members of the dog family and wildlife, such as mink, ferrets, raccoons, skunks, coyotes, and foxes. The virus is very much like the measles in humans. It can impact a dog's respiratory, nervous, and digestive systems, as well as its vision. Look for the signs of distemper. It is important to understand the symptoms of distemper so that the illness can be treated, and the animal can be isolated, as quickly as possible. Signs of distemper include: Fever: One of the first signs is a raised temperature, as the virus multiplies in the body. The fever may make the dog depressed, quiet, and listless. It is likely to go off its food. Respiratory signs: These include a cough, with a snotty nasal discharge and a gummy discharge around the eyes. Gastrointestinal signs: Next the dog develops vomiting and diarrhea. He is progressively weaker due to a lack of appetite, and fluid loss from the sickness and diarrhea. Some dogs succumb at this point and die, whilst others do recover. Neurological signs: These can develop weeks to months after recovery from the respiratory and gastrointestinal signs. The dog may develop seizures, become blind, or become poorly coordinated. Hardpad: One of the lasting effects for dogs that survive distemper is that they develop hard pads and nose. This is why the common alternative name for distemper is "hardpad." Get supportive care. The prognosis for a dog with distemper is not good. Some dogs do survive, but not usually. This is especially true if the dog has the neurological signs of the virus. However, your veterinarian should give the dog treatment to ease any discomfort and eliminate any secondary infections. Treatment can include IV fluids, anti-seizure medications, anti-diarrheals, and antibiotics. You should also focus on making the dog as physically comfortable as possible. Keep it warm and cozy at home. Shower the dog with love and attention while you still have time with it. Basically, do all that you can to ease its suffering and make the time it has left as pleasant as possible. | Vaccinate a puppy quickly. Keep vaccinations up to date. Make sure all breeding dogs are up to date on vaccinations. Be sure to vaccinate dogs that come into contact with wildlife. Disinfect animal areas regularly. Clean areas where infected animals have been. Keep infected dogs isolated. Learn about the distemper virus. Look for the signs of distemper. Get supportive care. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Test-Water-Quality | How to Test Water Quality | To test your water quality, start by purchasing a water test kit with strips for testing bacteria, lead, and other markers. Next, fill a glass with room temperature water and dip each strip into the water for 5 seconds, then remove them and shake off the excess. Once the strips change color, compare them to the color chart that came with your kit to determine the amount of each substance in your water. If any of the results are hazardous, perform the test one more time to make sure you didn't make a mistake before contacting your local municipality. | Understand what you will be testing for. The quality of water depends primarily on the concentration of bacteria, lead, pesticides, nitrites/nitrates, chlorine, hardness , and the water's pH. Chlorine aids in disinfecting; nitrates leached from fertilizers are harmful to infants; calcium and magnesium (“hardness”) can cause scale buildup in pipes; and water with very high pH levels (acidic water) can corrode fixtures. Purchase a home water quality test kit. There are many manufacturers of these kits, but they all function similarly. They will contain test strips that you will expose to water, causing them to change color based on the water's mineral content. You will then match the strip's color to a color chart. Look for a test kit that contains different strips for bacteria, lead , pesticides, nitrites/nitrates, chlorine, hardness, and pH. If a kit contains only a single kind of strip, it will likely be for testing pH only. Read the directions. In your test kit, there will be some directions. These will explain exactly how long each type of strip should be exposed to water, as well as what temperature the water should be. These directions can vary from test kit to test kit, so even if you have done this before, it is crucial to read and follow the instructions. Expose each strip to water. Follow the guidelines in your test kit to expose each strip to water. Typically, you will start by filling a glass with room temperature water. Then, you will dip the strip into the water and keep it submerged for about 5 seconds, moving it back and forth gently. Remove the strip from the water. Pull the strip out of the glass and shake off any excess water. Wait for the strip to slowly change color, as you compare it to the color chart included with the testing kit. Determine the quality of your water. Compare each strip's color to the color chart to determine the level of each substance in your water. The color chart will designate different concentration levels as either acceptable or hazardous. If you register a hazardous result for any mineral, bacteria, or for pH, perform the test again to make sure that the result is not due to human error. If the test shows a hazardous result a second time, contact your local municipality. Smell the water. You can determine a great deal about the quality of your water by tuning in to your senses. Even if a professional water engineer were to come test your water quality, they would be sure to smell, taste, and visually examine the water. Test the quality of your water through your senses, first, by giving it a good smell. Bleach smell – This likely occurs from the chlorine your local treatment plant must add to your water to make it safe. This scent often dissipates if the water is exposed to air for a little while. Alternatively, you can purchase a home water filter to get rid of it. Generally, a bleach smell is not harmful. Rotten-egg smell – This sulfurous smell usually indicates a growth of bacteria. First, pour a glass of water and bring it to another part of the house, wait a few minutes, and then smell it. If the water no longer smells, then the bacteria is growing inside your drain and should be cleaned. If the water still smells strongly of rotten egg (and if this occurs with both hot and cold water), contact your local municipality. Musty or earthy smell – This smell is likely the result of organic matter decaying. Once again, this could either be inside your drain or in the water itself. Although this smell may be bothersome, it is most likely harmless. Taste the water. Use your taste buds to determine the quality of your water. First of all, if your water tastes very foul, spit it out! If your tap water has a metallic taste, this can be caused by either low pH levels, or excess minerals in your water supply (potentially due to rusty pipes). If your water taste like bleach, it could be an excess of chlorine. And if your water tastes salty, this could indicate the presence of chloride ions or sulfates, which could be caused by industrial waste or irrigation drainage. If the taste of your water offends you, contact your local municipality, or the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Check for cloudiness and particles. Hold a glass of water up to the light and look for floating particles or general cloudiness. Brown, orange, or red particles can be caused by rust in pipes or fixtures. Black particles can come from the hoses that your water runs through (chlorine in the water can deteriorate these hoses over time). White or tan particles (or general cloudiness) can indicate excess calcium carbonate or magnesium carbonate in your water. If you notice excess cloudiness or particulate matter in your water, contact your local municipality, or the EPA. Examine the color. Begin examining the color of your water by first allowing the water to run for a few minutes. (This will clear any build up from standing water in your fixtures). Then hold a glass of water up to the light. Brown, murky, or otherwise discolored water can be caused by a few factors: a new water source for your area, upstream pollution, or rusty pipes. If the color of your water seems wrong to you, contact your local municipality, or the EPA. Check your pipes for corrosion or build-up. If your pipes have a great deal of corrosion or mineral build-up, it means that excess rust or other minerals have been getting into your water. There are a few ways you look for corrosion or build-up around your house. If your pipes have a great deal of build-up, have them looked over by a professional plumber and contact your local municipality. If your pipes are above ground, look for any areas that leak or have blue and/or white sediment. If your pipes are harder to get to, look inside your toilet bowl for rust, or around the base of your toilet for blue stains. If you are having any plumbing work done, ask to see inside a cut portion of your pipe. Look for blue, white, or rust-colored build-up. Contact the local municipality. Local water municipalities are required to test water quality regularly, and to make the results public and available each year. This data is compiled in the form of a “Water Quality Report,” you can test the quality of your water by obtaining a copy of this report. To do this, simply contact your local municipality. Visit the website for your city. Water Quality Reports will also commonly be available through the website for your town or city. Visit your local website, download a current Water Quality Report, and determine the quality of your water. Search the National Drinking Water Database. This online database has compiled nearly 20 million records obtained from state water officials. Simply plug in your zip code and you can pull up Water Quality Reports for your area. Call your village hall. Contacting your village hall can be another method for obtaining a Water Quality Report for your area. This can be a good option is you are not sure how to reach the local municipality. Your village hall can either provide you with the Water Quality Report, or inform you about where you can obtain one. Contact your water company. Finally, another method for procuring a Water Quality Report in your are is to speak to your water company. A representative from your water company should be able to provide you with a current Water Quality Report, or at the very least, tell you where you can obtain one. | Understand what you will be testing for. Purchase a home water quality test kit. Read the directions. Expose each strip to water. Remove the strip from the water. Determine the quality of your water. Smell the water. Taste the water. Check for cloudiness and particles. Examine the color. Check your pipes for corrosion or build-up. Contact the local municipality. Visit the website for your city. Search the National Drinking Water Database. Call your village hall. Contact your water company. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Reduce-Wrinkles-With-Retin-A | How to Reduce Wrinkles With Retin A | If you want to reduce wrinkles with Retin-A, first meet with your doctor or dermatologist since you'll need a prescription for this type of treatment. Once your doctor prescribes the proper strength for your skin, use Retin-A at night since it will make your skin sensitive to sunlight. When you're ready to use the cream or gel, thoroughly cleanse your face, wait about 20 minutes, and then apply your prescription. Since Retin-A is so strong, you'll only need a pea-sized amount. Putting too much on can lead to dryness, irritation, stinging, and acne, so be sparing with it. Allow Retin-A to fully absorb into your skin for about 20 minutes, then apply your moisturizer. In the morning, wash your face before using a high SPF moisturizer. | Understand the anti-aging benefits of Retin-A. Retin-A is a vitamin A derivative which has been prescribed by dermatologists to combat aging for over 20 years. It started out as a treatment for acne, but patients using Retin-A for this purpose soon discovered that their skin became firmer, smoother and younger-looking as a result of the treatment. Dermatologists then began researching the benefits of Retin-A as an anti-aging treatment. Retin-A works by increasing cell turnover within the skin, stimulating collagen production, and exfoliating the top layers of skin to reveal, fresher younger-looking skin underneath. In addition to decreasing the appearance of wrinkles, it can prevent new ones from forming, fade discoloration and sun damage, reduce the risks of developing skin cancer and improve the skin's texture and elasticity. Currently, Retin-A is the only topical treatment for wrinkles that is FDA approved. It is extremely effective, and doctors and patients alike swear by the results. Get a prescription for Retin-A. Retin-A is the brand name version of the generic drug known as tretinoin. It is available only with a doctor's prescription, so you will need to make an appointment with a dermatologist if you are interested in trying this treatment. The dermatologist will assess your skin and determine whether Retin-A is a good option for you. If used correctly, it can work effectively on most skin types. However, due to it's drying, irritating qualities, it may not be suitable for people who suffer from skin conditions such as eczema or rosacea. Retin-A is applied topically and comes in both cream and gel forms. It also comes in a variety of strengths: the 0.025% cream is for general skin improvement, the 0.05% cream is designed for reducing wrinkles and fine lines, while the 0.1% used widely for the treatment of acne and blackheads. Your doctor will usually start you off with a weaker strength cream until your skin adjusts to the treatment. Then you can progress on to a stronger cream, if necessary. Retinol is another vitamin-A derivative which is found in many over-the-counter products and big brand beauty creams. It produces similar results to Retin-A treatments, but due to its weaker formula it is not as effective (but will cause less irritation.) Begin using Retin-A at any age. Retin-A is such an effective treatment, that you will notice a visible improvement in the appearance of wrinkles no matter what age you are when you begin using it. Starting Retin-A treatments in your forties, fifties and above can have the effect of turning back the clock by plumping out the skin, fading age spots and reducing the appearance of wrinkles. It is never too late to start! However, women in their twenties and thirties can also benefit from using Retin-A, as it boosts collagen production beneath the skin, making it thicker and firmer. As a result, starting Retin-A treatment early in life can prevent deep wrinkles from forming in the first place. Be aware of the costs. One downside to Retin-A treatments is that the creams themselves can be quite pricey.The cost of Retin-A can vary from $80 to $150 for a month supply. The cost will depend on the strength of the cream, which ranges from 0.025 to 0.1 percent, and whether you want to go for the brand name Retin-A (amongst others) or for the generic form of the drug, tretinoin. The advantage of going for the brand name version is that these companies have added an emollient moisturizer to the creams, making them less irritating than their generic counterparts. In addition, Retin-A and other brand name versions have more advanced delivery systems, meaning that the active ingredients get absorbed by the skin more efficiently. The use of Retin-A for acne treatment is usually covered under insurance plans. However, many insurance companies will not cover the cost of Retin-A treatment if it is prescribed for cosmetic reasons, such as anti-aging treatment. Despite the high cost, it is important to remember than many commercially available skin care products from high-end brands will cost at least as much, if not more, than the Retin-A creams, and, according to dermatologists, Retin-A cream is more effective at reversing the signs of aging than any commercially available cream on the market. Use Retin-A products at night. Retin-A products are typically applied at night, as the vitamin-A compounds they contain are photosensitive and will make your skin much more sensitive to sunlight. Applying the product at night also gives it a chance to absorb into the skin fully. If you do decide to apply Retin-A products during the daytime, make sure you apply a sunblock afterward and keep out of direct sunlight as much as possible. Also double-check that your chosen product won't break down when exposed to sunlight; while most newer formulas stay intact, many older formulas do not. When you begin Retin-A treatment, your doctor will probably recommend that you only apply it every two to three nights. This will give your skin a chance to adjust to the cream and help to avoid irritation. Once your skin has adjusted, you can build up to using it every night. Apply the Retin-A to dry skin, about 20 minutes after thoroughly cleansing your face. Use Retin-A sparingly. Retin-A is a very strong treatment, so it imperative that you use it correctly and only apply it in very small amounts. At most, a pea-sized amount of cream should be used on the face, and a little more if applying to the neck. A good technique is to dab the cream on the areas most affected by wrinkles, age spots, etc., then wipe any remaining cream over the rest of the face. Many people become scared of using Retin-A because they start applying the cream too heavily and experience negative side effects such as dryness, irritation, stinging and acne outbreaks. However, these effects can be greatly reduced if the cream is applied in moderation. Always use in combination with moisturizer. Due to the drying effects of Retin-A treatments, it is imperative that you always wear a hydrating moisturizer, day and night. At night, wait 20 minutes for the Retin-A to be fully absorbed into the skin, then apply your moisturizer. In the morning, wash your face thoroughly before applying a second moisturizer containing a high SPF. Sometimes, it can be hard to spread the recommended pea-sized amount of Retin-A to all of the areas of the face where it's needed. A good solution to this problem is to mix the Retin-A with your nightly moisturizer before applying it to the face. This way, the Retin-A will be dispersed evenly all over the face. Due to the diluting effects of the moisturizer it should also be less irritating. If your skin starts to feel really dry and your regular moisturizer doesn't seem to be enough, try rubbing some extra virgin olive oil into your skin before bed. The oil contains fatty acids which are extremely moisturizing for your skin, in addition to being very gentle. Deal with any sensitivity or irritation. Most people will experience some dryness and irritation after beginning Retin-A treatments, and a small number will experience acne breakouts. Don't worry, as these reactions are completely normal. As long as you are using the treatment correctly, any irritation should subside within a few weeks. Things that will lessen irritation include making sure that you gradually build up to using the cream every night, using only the recommended pea-sized amount, and moisturizing frequently. You should also be sure to use a very mild, non-irritating cleanser when washing your face. Choose something very natural, with no added colors or fragrance. Also try to use a gentle face scrub once a week to slough off any dead skin. If your skin becomes very irritated and sensitive, cut back on the Retin-A applications or stop using it altogether until your skin has recovered slightly. Then, you can slowly build back up to using it again. It will take some skin types longer to adjust the the Retin-A than others. Give it a chance to start working. The length of time it takes for Retin-A treatments to produce noticeable results will vary from person to person. Some people will see improvement in as little as one week, whereas for others it might take as long as eight weeks. Don't give up however - Retin-A has produced proven positive results and is possibly the most effective anti-wrinkle cream available. Beyond Retin-A, the only more effective thing you can do to combat wrinkles is to get Botox or Dysport treatments, injectable fillers, or to consider surgical options. Don't use in combination with products containing glycolic acid or benzoyl peroxide. Glycolic acid and benzoyl peroxide are two other ingredients commonly found in skincare products. However, these can also be quite drying on the skin, so it is best to avoid using them in combination with a harsh treatment like Retin-A. Do not wax Retin-A treated skin. Retin-A works by exfoliating away the top layers of skin. As a result of this, skin can become thinned out and fragile. Therefore is not a good idea to undergo any facial waxing while you are using Retin-A cream. Do not expose your skin to sun damage. Retin-A treatment makes your skin hyper-sensitive to sunlight, which is why you only apply it at night. However, you should also take precautions during daylight hours by wearing an SPF every day. It doesn't matter if it's sunny, rainy, cloudy or even snowy - your skin needs to be protected. Do not use Retin-A if you're pregnant. Retin-A creams should not be used if you are pregnant, suspect you might be pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding, as there have been reports of fetal deformities following use of tretinoin treatments. | Understand the anti-aging benefits of Retin-A. Get a prescription for Retin-A. Begin using Retin-A at any age. Be aware of the costs. Use Retin-A products at night. Use Retin-A sparingly. Always use in combination with moisturizer. Deal with any sensitivity or irritation. Give it a chance to start working. Don't use in combination with products containing glycolic acid or benzoyl peroxide. Do not wax Retin-A treated skin. Do not expose your skin to sun damage. Do not use Retin-A if you're pregnant. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Train-and-Care-for-Your-New-Siberian-Husky-Puppy | How to Train and Care for Your New Siberian Husky Puppy | To train and care for your Siberian husky puppy, start introducing it to people and other dogs at a young age, which will help socialize it so it doesn't develop bad behaviors later on in life. Also, make sure your puppy is getting 30-60 minutes of vigorous exercise every day so it doesn't become bored and destructive. Since huskies can be stubborn, it's important to set boundaries early on by not letting it sleep in your bed and always being consistent with your rules. | Feed three times daily, then wean to twice. An adult husky should eat two meals a day. Puppies, however, will need to eat more often to start. Feed your husky three meals a day until three months of age, then two meals a day after that. If the puppy is struggling to finish his meals or his tummy is very full and distended on three meals before the age of three months, then divide the daily allowance between four meals instead. At 12 to 16 weeks, you will notice the puppy just picks a little at the afternoon meal. At this point, you can discontinue it. Feed a high-quality food that is not full of artificial additives. This is important at any age, but especially so for a growing puppy. Feeding on a regular schedule will help with housebreaking the dog, as most husky puppies will need to go outside 15 to 30 minutes after eating. Do not allow your husky to "free feed" at any age. Providing meals at set times, and taking the dish away when the dog is done eating, is one way to show your stubborn husky that you are in charge. Brush your dog, don't bathe it. Huskies are naturally clean dogs. They will groom themselves, and have little odor. As a result, you can bathe a husky as seldom as once a year. But, the dog's thick coat will require frequent brushing. Most of the year, you should brush your dog once a week, taking this opportunity to clean and inspect its ears and brush his its teeth. During shedding season, daily brushing will help decrease shedding in your home. Take care of your puppy's feet. Because huskies are working dogs, their feet are very important to them. You should trim long hairs on their feet and keep their nails trimmed. Dogs have blood vessels in their nails, so it's important not to trim too short. If you aren't experienced trimming a dog's nails, it may be best to ask a groomer or vet to do it, or at least show you how. If your dog isn't comfortable with you grooming its nails, you can train them to be calmer by playing with and touching their paws often. Get your puppy's eyes checked. Because the Siberian husky's tendency toward eye problems, it is important to get your puppy's eyes checked at a young age. Specifically, huskies are often diagnosed with: Cataracts, a film over the lens of the eye. Corneal dystrophy, cloudiness over the cornea that females are especially prone to. Progressive retinal atrophy, a condition in which the dog's eyes slowly degenerate until it becomes blind. These conditions are often hereditary. Find out all you can about your puppy's parents to find out if they are likely to occur. Prepare your home and yard to prevent escapes. Huskies are the escape artists of the dog world. You'll need to prepare your home for this, doing anything you can to make it hard for them to run away. A husky requires more or less constant vigilance. It will also require a fence that is at least 6 feet high and difficult to dig under. Concrete or strong mesh at the base of the fence works well. Give your puppy lots of exercise. Because of their active nature, Siberian husky puppies need a LOT of exercise. Huskies were bred as working dogs, so they are easily bored if they do not have a task. To keep your husky happy, you will need to make sure it gets 30 to 60 minutes of vigorous exercise every day. Huskies are great dogs to jog with once they get a little older. They love to run, play, and to chase things. Huskies are energetic and become bored easily. If you don't provide adequate exercise, the consequence will be an unhappy dog that howls constantly and tears apart your home. Introduce your puppy to other people and animals. Huskies are naturally friendly. But like any dog, a husky puppy will need socialization to develop a comfort with people and other animals. Make sure to take your puppy out into the world at a young age and introduce it to lots of people and other dogs. If your puppy seems nervous or suspicious of other dogs or people, puppy socialization and training classes can be a good idea. These classes help your dog learn the right way to interact with others. Socializing your dog at a young age will have a major impact on its personality later in life. Undesirable behaviors like biting, barking, and "resource guarding" are often a result of poor socialization. Set appropriate boundaries. Because huskies are so stubborn, it is important to set boundaries right away. They need to learn that you are in charge. Do not let your puppy sleep in your bed, as this creates confusion about its role in the family. You may make an occasional exception when the dog gets older. Have everyone in the household feed the dog a handful of kibble. This teaches your husky that everyone in the house can control its access to food. Be consistent with all rules you set. If you are not, the dog will learn that it can sometimes get what it wants if it tries hard enough. Make sure everyone else in the house on the same page. Be patient. Your dog can be trained if you are firm and consistent. Huskies often enjoy training tasks because they are work dogs. your puppy. Potty train Like any new puppy, your Siberian husky will have to be housebroken. There are three main components to potty training a dog: Monitoring your puppy. Keep a close eye on your puppy when it is inside to prevent accidents. This is easiest if you confine the dog to a small part of your home. If you catch your dog in the act of urinating or defecating inside, make a loud noise and say "no!" Then, promptly take the dog outside. Frequent trips outside. A puppy will need to go to the bathroom more often than an adult dog. To minimize the risk of indoor accidents, take the puppy out as often as you can, and on a regular schedule. Rewarding the desired behavior. When your dog goes to the bathroom outside, praise the dog and give it a reward in the form of a small treat. This will help it understand where it should do its business, and reinforce the behavior. Using a clicker can help your dog learn this faster (see below). Crate train your puppy. An important part of potty training your dog is crate training. This is when you teach your puppy to be content spending time in its crate. Dogs will not want to soil their own space. For huskies, this is also a good way to minimize damage to your home when you can't be there. When you can't keep an eye on your puppy, put it in its crate with a treat or kibble and a chew toy. After a while, the dog will begin to enjoy spending time there, and may even retreat there if things get stressful. Crate training is easiest if you start by offering your dog a treat inside its crate without closing the door. After a day or so of doing this repeatedly, you can try closing the door for short periods of time. You can then build up to longer periods in the crate. Puppies under ten weeks old should not be confined to a crate for more than an hour. From weeks 11 to 14, your puppy can spend up to three hours in a crate. At weeks 15 and 16, up to four hours may be acceptable. After 17 weeks, a puppy can spend up to five hours in a crate. Never use going to the crate as punishment if you want to successfully crate train. Leash train your puppy. Leash training is also crucial for huskies. Because of their tendency to run off, you must teach them to be cooperative walking on a leash. Huskies can easily run off and get lost if not on a leash. Get your dog used to the collar by putting one on it while it is eating. The dog will develop comfort and even a positive association with the collar. Then, start by just walking it around the house a little, giving it treats whenever it walks at your side and doesn't pull on the leash. Once you've got that down, try it outside! Train with a clicker. As with other puppies, clicker training is a good way to teach huskies commands and obedience. In clicker training, every time your dog does something desirable on command, you click the clicker and give it a treat. the combination of the sound and a reward helps your dog more quickly learn what you want it to do. Start by teaching your dog to associate the click with a treat. Just click at random intervals, then immediately provide a treat. Once your dog has learned this association, you can start using the clicker-treat combination to reward desired behaviors. Learn the physical characteristics of huskies. As with any dog, it is valuable to know the important physical characteristics of the breed. Siberian huskies are sturdy dogs bred for physical labor in cold climates. Males, on average, will grow to a height of 21 to 23.5 inches. They will weigh 45 to 60 pounds. Females will grow to an average of 20 to 22 inches and will weigh 35 to 50 pounds. Huskies don't suffer from a lot of health problems. However, there are some conditions you should be aware of. In addition to eye problems, they also may develop hip and elbow dysplasia. This is when these joints become malformed, resulting in pain and trouble walking. Huskies shed a lot, especially when the weather starts to get warm. Prepare to clean up a lot of dog hair. Barring accidents, you can expect your husky puppy to live an average of 12 to 15 years. You should be prepared to care for the dog for at least that long. Huskies do not do well in extremely hot or humid conditions. You should rule out a move to Arizona or Florida any time in the near future. Understand the husky temperament. There are several personality and behavior characteristics that are helpful to know about as you train and socialize your new puppy. Huskies are extremely energetic and free spirited. They are active, high-energy dogs that get bored easily. This is why your husky may damage your home or yard and destroy your possessions if left alone for a long period of time. This also makes them ill-suited for life in small apartments. Huskies are strong-willed and intelligent. This can make them great companions, but can also make them more difficult to train than other dogs. Huskies are friendly and loyal. They are pack animals and do best with a family rather than a single owner. They are also friendly with strangers. Prepare for howling. Huskies seldom bark, which is great news. The bad news is, they do tend to howl quite loudly. Proper training and exercise will minimize this behavior. But, especially early on, expect a lot of loud howling. | Feed three times daily, then wean to twice. Brush your dog, don't bathe it. Take care of your puppy's feet. Get your puppy's eyes checked. Prepare your home and yard to prevent escapes. Give your puppy lots of exercise. Introduce your puppy to other people and animals. Set appropriate boundaries. your puppy. Crate train your puppy. Leash train your puppy. Train with a clicker. Learn the physical characteristics of huskies. Understand the husky temperament. Prepare for howling. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Roast-Peanuts | How to Roast Peanuts | To roast peanuts, start by spreading your nuts in a single layer on a baking tray. Then, place the baking tray on the middle oven rack and cook at 375 degrees Fahrenheit. For shelled peanuts, cook for 15-20 minutes. For in-shell peanuts, cook for 20-25 minutes. After removing the peanuts from the oven, allow them to cool completely before eating or seasoning. Once cool, enjoy your peanuts plain or toss them with a little bit of salt. | Preheat an oven to 350ºF (177ºC). While you wait for your oven to warm up, you can proceed to the next few steps. Decide whether you want shelled or in-shell peanuts. The procedures for roasting both types of peanuts are very similar. However, there are just a few things to consider before beginning: Shelled peanuts are much easier to use for peanut butter and baking recipes because you don't need to remove their shells later. If making peanut butter, use Spanish peanuts, which have higher oil content. If you wish, you can peel shelled peanuts' skins off with your fingers before beginning, though it's also easy to do this after roasting (see below). In-shell peanuts should be rinsed in cold water briefly to remove excess dirt. Pat dry with a paper towel and allow to dry for about five extra minutes on a wire rack. Spread the peanuts on a baking tray or cookie sheet. The peanuts must all be sitting flat in one layer to ensure even roasting. If you have too many peanuts to make just one layer, cook them in batches. For easier clean-up, line the sheet with baking paper or foil. This isn't required like it is with other recipes, however — the peanuts won't stick to the tray. Bake the peanuts. Place the baking tray or sheet on the middle shelf of the oven. This will help ensure they are cooked evenly throughout. Set a timer and relax — there's no need to turn peanuts while they cook. Depending on which type of peanut you're roasting, cooking times will vary: For shelled peanuts, cook 15-20 minutes. For in-shell peanuts, cook 20-25 minutes. Remove the nuts from the oven. The peanuts will cook a little bit more after you take them out of the oven. Be careful here — both the tray and the peanuts themselves will be extremely hot (especially shelled peanuts). Set the tray somewhere safe where it can cool, like on top of the stove. Cool and season before eating. When the peanuts are cool enough to hold in your hands, they're ready to eat. Roasted peanuts taste great plain, but you can also toss them with a light sprinkling of salt at this point (you shouldn't need more than a teaspoon or two). Enjoy! Try skinning shelled peanuts. The thin skin around each peanut isn't harmful — in fact, some people prefer leaving it on to eating "naked" nuts. However, if you wish, you can remove the skins easily with a salad spinner. Roll the roasted peanuts in your hands over an open salad spinner, letting them gradually fall out and into the device. Once you've rolled all of the peanuts, close the spinner and run it until most (if not all) of the skins have been separated. You may need to peel a few skins off by hand. Here's another method for skinning peanuts: first, place the roasted peanuts in a jar or container and shake them or wrap them in a clean dish towel and rub them. Pour the peanuts out, then take the jar, container, or towel outside and let the wind blow away the loose skins. Use creative seasonings. You only need a little seasoning to make natural, roasted peanuts even more delicious. There's no "right answer" here, but just a few seasoning suggestions are included below: A light dusting of brown sugar and cinnamon makes a delicious sweet treat. Combining Cajun seasoning mix with a little salt makes for intensely flavorful peanuts. Cayenne powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika can give you red-hot Southwestern-style peanuts. Make glazed peanuts. Liquid flavorings can be used as glazes to give the peanuts intense, alluring flavors. However, for best results, these should be applied before the roasting process. Paint the prepared peanuts with a thin layer of your glaze and roast them as normal to give them the glaze's flavor. Since you're using liquid ingredients here, lining your pan with foil or baking paper is a wise idea. Here, again, there are hundreds of possibilities. One easy classic example is honey-roasted peanuts. To make the glaze, just combine equal parts honey and melted butter and stir until uniform. About two tablespoons of each ingredient should be enough for a pound of peanuts. Paint the peanuts with the glaze and sprinkle with salt before they go into the oven. Roast as normal. Grind your roasted peanuts to make peanut butter. Believe it or not, making all-natural peanut butter from (shelled) peanuts is as simple as crushing, chopping, or grinding them into a thick but smooth paste. See our peanut butter recipe for step-by-step directions. As noted above, Spanish peanuts are best for this as they contain the most oil. You can use a food processor, a blender, or a manual solution like a mortar and pestle to get the peanuts to a smooth, creamy consistency. For chunky peanut butter, chop up a handful of peanuts and add them to the finished peanut butter. Some chefs like to add a dash of honey, molasses, salt, or other seasonings to their peanut butter for flavor. However, it should be fine on its own. | Preheat an oven to 350ºF (177ºC). Decide whether you want shelled or in-shell peanuts. Spread the peanuts on a baking tray or cookie sheet. Bake the peanuts. Remove the nuts from the oven. Cool and season before eating. Try skinning shelled peanuts. Use creative seasonings. Make glazed peanuts. Grind your roasted peanuts to make peanut butter. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Start-a-Chicken-Farm | How to Start a Chicken Farm | To start a chicken farm, create a business plan and secure financing for your farm. Next, build a coop big enough for 40 to 60 chickens and create a large roosting area. Make sure there are enough nesting boxes for all of your chickens and the boxes provide 6-12 inches of roosting space for each bird. Next, choose and buy the chicken breed you want to raise, then determine your target audience and how you're going to sell your chicken products to them! | Understand the skills and abilities required to start a chicken farm. Farming is known to be hard work, driven by a practical point of view and a commitment to long work hours. As a beginner farmer , you should be aware of the skills, abilities, and expectations required of you so you are prepared to start your farming endeavor with a good sense of what the role entails. As a farmer, you will need to be willing to work long hours, including weekends, very early mornings, and likely late nights. You will also need to be prepared for physical work, where you are feeding, cleaning, shoveling, and caring for your chickens on a constant basis. You will also need to be prepared for seasonal earnings, where your profits are dependant on when your hens lay and how well you market and sell the meat and eggs produced by your chickens. This may mean your profits will be on the low end during your first year as a chicken farmer and you may need to wait one to two years to turn any significant profits from your farm. As a chicken farmer, you may need to be patient and be okay with setbacks or first time mistakes. You will then need to problem solve issues by fixing it yourself and relying on your abilities as a doer. Create a business plan for your chicken farm. Set your farm up for success by creating a business plan. Your business plan should include: Farm expenses: This is the cost of your equipment, the cost of your feed, the cost of your chicken coop(s), and the cost of your chickens. You should also consider the cost of the insurance premiums for the farm and if you need to pay for labor in the form of workers or employees to help you maintain the farm. Farm income: This should be made up of profit goals, where you have a certain amount of profit you will need to hit on a month to month basis. It's important to have profit goals so you can sustain a certain income from the farm and ensure you turn a profit. Financing: To get the farm off the ground, you will need some form of financing or capital. This could be in the form of a savings account, borrowing money from a business partner or family, and/or grants or loans from government agencies. You may also have cash-flow through another source of income, like a part time job or another farming endeavor, that can be used to pay for expenses and keep your farm running. Disaster plan: As any farmer knows, the weather or a bad season can lead to low profits. You should have a disaster plan in place in the event of an emergency to ensure you can survive a bad year or a bad turn of events. Outline changes you can make to your farm to help you save money and stay in business in the event of a disaster. You may also want to have a succession plan in place, such as a will, in the event of a fatal incident. Apply for financing. Unless you have a large amount of money in your savings account or access to start up funds through family or friends, you will have to apply for financing through a third party. This could be through a government program that provides grants for beginner farmers or through a loan from your local bank. Most banks are partnered with local agencies that provide financing for start up farms, through Aggie Bond programs and the USDA. If you do not own the land you are farming on, you may be able to create a contract with the landowner in exchange for coverage of your equipment and start up costs. Look into the Farm Credit Services of America for Young and Beginning loans. These are made for farmers 35 years or younger, with 10 years or less of experience. Youth in Agriculture Loans also offers up to $2,500 for young farmers who are still students. You can find a complete list of farm loan programs on the Farm Service Agency's website. Check if your state has a tax-free bond program to provide funding for beginner farmers. You should also check with the USDA Farm Service Agency, which can lend you money to get your farm off the ground. Work with a farming organization to get hands on experience as a farmer. If you would like to get a better sense of the work environment and the expectations in the farmer role, you may want to spend some time working with a farming organization like WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms). These positions often cover your room and board on the farm in exchange for working on the farm. You can also get hands on experience in the life of farming for a longer period of time, which will better prepare you to start your own farm. Decide if you are going to do coop farming or pastured farming. There are two options when it comes to chicken farming: farming your chickens in a coop or farming your chickens in a pasture. When you set up a coop chicken farm, you will need to have coops, buildings, and large equipment to take care of the chickens. Pastured farming only requires a small acreage of land and an enclosure so the birds are protected from predators. The benefits of pastured farming are that there is very little overhead or start up costs and it can be done with fifty chickens or hundreds of chickens. Many of the other elements of chicken farming, like selecting chickens and caring for the chickens, are the same for both coop farming and pastured farming. The major difference in pastured farming is that rather than build a coop for the chickens, you will need small enclosed shelters on a pasture. The chicks, feed, and water will then be moved everyday in movable pens. You can also set up a pastured farm using a shelter that has a door that allows the chicks to move in and out of the shelter at will. You will then surround the shelter with electric fencing and move the fencing on occasion so the chicks are given access to new areas to pasture. Build a coop big enough to house forty to sixty chickens. The most important element of your chicken farm is the chicken coop, which should be big enough to fit forty to sixty chickens at a time. Chickens are social animals and do well in groups. The coop should be big enough to provide four square feet of space per chicken. For example, an 8 x 8 chicken coop can hold 16 chickens. The coop should also be large enough for you to stand in so you can gather eggs and shovel manure. But do not make it too big, as the chickens can get cold in a space that is too large. Most chicken coops are built out of wood, with wood roofs and chicken wire windows and a chicken wire door. The windows or screens are important as they will allow sunlight into the coop in the wintertime and provide ventilation in the summertime. You can buy the raw materials and build it yourself using a chicken coop plan. If you do not want to take the time to construct a coop, you can buy one at your local hardware or farm supply store. Coops can range from $500 for a small one to $3000 for a larger size. Include a large roosting area and nesting boxes. Your coop must include a roost for your chickens, about 6-12 inches of roosting space allotted for each bird. You can build the roost inside the coop using a board or dowel that is 1 ½ inches in diameter, making sure the roost is 2 ½ - 3 feet off the coop floor. The coop should also have a nesting box for the chickens, 13 inches all around, one box per four to five birds. The nesting boxes will keep the eggs laid off the coop floor and away from the manure. Add a feeder and water containers. Finally, make sure the coop has a feeder that is big enough for the chickens to eat from and several water containers that are shallow so the chickens cannot fall into them. You should have one long feeder per four to six birds and one water container per four to six birds. Fence in a 20 x 5 foot outdoor area near the coop with chicken wire and a chicken fence. Your chickens will need an outdoor area to walk and cluck around in so they can spread their wings and take dust baths throughout the day. A chicken run will help your chickens stay healthy and ensure they produce high quality eggs. You should fence the area with chicken wire or put up a chicken fence so the chickens stay in and are not threatened by predators, including any household cats or dogs. Try to have the outdoor area close or next to the chicken coop for easy access and convenience. The chickens will spend a lot of time in the outdoor area and in the coop so they should be close to each other. You should fortify the chicken wire with fencing using T-posts to keep predators out and line the base of the enclosures to ensure no small animals like weasels, minks or snakes from getting into the enclosure. Buy an incubator if you plan to breed your own chickens. If you plan to breed your own chickens, you should get one to two incubators to help keep your new chicks warm and well cared for. Keep in mind incubators can be expensive and often take up lots of space. You can find incubators at your local farm equipment store or online through second hand websites. Get stainless steel killing cones and a feather plucker to process your meat chickens. You should be prepared to process any chickens raised for meat by investing in stainless steel killing cones and a feather plucker. This will make the processing time for each chicken fast and efficient. If you do not want to invest in this type of equipment, you can use a hatchet and a scalding pot instead to kill and process your chickens. However, larger meat chicken farms often have more sophisticated equipment to keep production easy and fast. Invest in egg washing equipment for egg laying chickens. In order to sell chicken eggs commercially, you will need to have egg-washing equipment to clean the eggs properly. You will also need to have a professionally calibrated scale so you can size your eggs properly and a high intensity candler to grade your eggs. You should also invest in egg cartons and egg labeling. Your labeling should advertise that your eggs are all natural, locally produced, and pesticide and chemical free as this will attract more customers to your eggs. Go for Ranger or Heritage breeds if you are raising the chickens for meat. If you are focused on getting meat from your birds, you may want to go for the Ranger breed, which grows moderately fast and are more active than the American white broiler birds that are popular in the chicken industry. These birds are full grown in about 12 weeks. Heritage breeds like Jersey Giant, Wyandottes, Rocks and Australorps, are also good meat chickens and are good dual purpose birds, where you can procure both meat and eggs. They are slow growing but are known to be healthy and tasty. A heritage breed chicken can be ready in 6-8 months. Choose Black star, Red star, or White Leghorn breeds if you are raising the chickens for eggs. Most egg laying breeds will have smaller bodies than meat producing breeds and can lay white or brown eggs. There is no difference between white or brown eggs besides the color of the eggs. Many white egg layers are of the Leghorn breed and many brown egg layers are of the Rhode Island Red breed. White Leghorns, Black star, and Red star are all popular egg laying breeds, which can lay 320-340 eggs a year. Consider dual purpose breeds if you want meat and eggs from your chickens. Some chicken breeds are considered dual purpose, where you can get both meat and eggs from them with the proper care. Most first time chicken farmers go for dual purpose breeds if they are planning to have both eggs and meat. Popular dual purpose breeds include Orpingtons, Rocks, Wyandottes, Australorps, Rhode Island Reds, and Sussex varieties. You will need to have a rooster in your flock if you have dual purpose breeds, one rooster for every eight to twelve hens. Most dual purpose breeds take about three to four weeks to produce eggs and are “broody”. This means the hens of these breeds will sit on the eggs and hatch the chicks, thereby replenishing your flock without the need to buy new chicks or hatch the eggs yourself. Buy young chicks if you are prepared to wait for eggs or meat. You can buy chickens at several different stages of development from a breeder: day-old chicks, ready-to-lay pullets, and mature laying hens. Young, day-old chicks take the longest to grow and raise and you will need to wait about six months for eggs, but they are cheap, about $3 each from a hatchery. Invest in forty to sixty chicks if you are planning on running a larger scale chicken farm. You may want to start with only twelve to fourteen chicks if you are planning on running a small scale chicken farm on your land. Ready-to-lay pullets are 20 weeks old and are more expensive than day-old chicks. But they are just starting to lay, meaning they will produce eggs sooner. They are also usually females and can go straight into your coop for roosting and laying. It is is difficult to get mature laying hens, as they are usually only available if a chicken farmer wants to sell their old hens and replace them. Ask the breeder about the noise level and temperament of the chickens before buying them. You can buy your chickens from a local hatchery, which should be run by a knowledgeable breeder. You should ask the breeder about the noise level of the birds, if they are docile or very active, and if they are good in a confined space. The breeder should be able to recommend a breed based on your coop size and farm set up. You should also ask the breeder if the chickens are high-laying and how long they will take to lay eggs or reach maturity for meat. For example, some breeds are calm, docile, and high-laying, like the Jersey Giant, but require more room in the coop due to their size. Other breeds are not as docile, but are quiet and good with confinement, like the Araucanas, but they produce green colored eggs rather than the standard white or blue. The breeder should be forthcoming about all of this information before you buy any chickens from him. Buy feed in bulk. Feed can be one of the most expensive supplies for running a chicken farm, but it is also the most essential element. Good high quality feed can ensure your chickens are healthy and their products taste good. While you may be tempted to allow your chickens to forage in pasture to reduce your feed costs, this will likely lead to a coop of hungry chickens and less eggs produced. Instead, buy enough feed in bulk to last you two months. This will allow you to save money and ensure you do not run out of feed for your chickens. Give young chicks starter feed. Most backyard chicken farms start with a flock of baby chicks, so it is important that you give the chicks the right amount of nutrients and care so they grow into full, healthy chickens. Look for chick starter feed at your local farm supply store. Chick starter feed usually comes in a mash or crumble form and contains a protein content of 18-24%, which helps the chicks to gain muscle and weight. Give the chicks just starter feed once a day for the first two days, then introduce chick grit into their feeders on the third day. This will help them digest their food better. You can give them grit until they reach maturity and switch to oyster shell once they start to lay eggs. All chick breeds will consume around three pounds of starter feed during the first three weeks in the coop. You should make sure the water troughs are not too deep in the coop, as the chicks can drown in them. They should be shallow and cleaned daily. Have about a one gallon-sized waterer for every hundred chicks. If you have pullets, you can use one waterer for every six to eight birds. Use a brooder lamp to keep the coop warm. Chicks will need a red brooder lamp on at all times in the coop and no drafts or cold areas to grow properly. The temperature of the coop should be around 92 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the chicks start to feather out, you can reduce the temperature in the coop by five degrees per week until they are six weeks old. Make sure the chicks are close to water and food in the coop. You can do this by spreading four inches of pine shavings on the coop floor and then several layers of newspaper. Scatter chick feed on the paper so it is easy to access and make sure the feeding trough is full of feed. Remove one layer of paper a day until the chicks are comfortable using the feeding trough. Ensure there is enough room in the coop to prevent picking. Picking is common among chicks and chickens in coops, as well as cannibalism and pecking to death. You can prevent this by making sure there is enough space in the coop for all of your chickens. You can try to mix the ages of your flock and keep them in one coop, with older chickens living with young chicks. They should not pick at each other as long as there is enough space in the coop for all of them. Switch to grower mash feed once the chicks start to feather out, at about six weeks. If you are raising a fast growing breed, you will need to give the birds grower mash feed that has 18-24% protein content until they are ready for processing, about six to nine weeks. These fast growing birds can consume about 20 pounds of feed from the age of three weeks to processing at six to nine weeks. If you have Heritage breed chickens or Ranger breed chickens, you should give them a grower mash with an 18-21% protein content to ensure they grow healthy and full. Ranger breeds can consume 25 pounds of feed from the age of three weeks to butchering time, about 11-12 weeks old. Egg laying breeds will need a grower mash with a 17-20% protein content until they begin to lay eggs at five months old. Switch to grower feed with a protein content of 15-17% with a supplement of oyster shell once they start to lay, as this will allow the hens to produce strong egg shells. Collect eggs once to twice a day. Once your chickens have matured and are ready for laying, you can start to collect eggs from their roosting area. As long as they have access to 12 to 14 hours of light, most hens will lay eggs in the spring, summer and into fall. Consider your target audience. Think about who is going to buy your products. Perhaps you specialize in a specific chicken breed and feel you can market it to high end restaurants in your area. Or, you may be able to sell eggs at a lower price than your competitor. Do some research and visit your local farmer's markets to see what types of eggs and meats are selling. You should also look at the menus of local restaurants and see if you can fill a gap in their supplies. You should also think about how you are going to get your products to your target audience. If your target audience seems to be more at local farmer's markets, you should have all the supplies necessary to package and sell your products. If your target audience seems to be more in restaurants or the dining industry, you may need to consider using a nearby processing plant that is USDA-approved to ensure you can fulfill large orders for these clients. Advertise online to potential buyers. To turn a profit with your farm, you will need to focus on marketing your products to local food vendors and suppliers in your area. This will allow you to turn a bigger profit, selling larger units of your products, and to build working relationships with your buyers. Get the word out by advertising your products online and using local online databases that are setup to connect buyers with local farms. You can also create a Facebook page for your farm and update it regularly with announcements and photographs of the farm. This can act as free marketing for you and allow you to connect to buyers outside of your local area. You may want to consider creating business cards and a business website for your farm. This will allow you to advertise your farm and keep your customers informed on changes or updates in your products. Sell your products at local farmer’s markets. Many chicken farmers will focus on local customers and sell their products at farmer's markets in their area. This is a good option for beginning farms as it usually requires a very short travel time and you can build a customer base every week at the same markets. Your products should be properly labeled, with your farm logo or name, and notes on being locally farmed and preservative free. If you use organic feed for your chickens or if you pasture your chickens, you should also note this on the packaging. This will entice customers who are health conscious and environmentally conscious to buy your products. Adjust your chicken selection based on the sales of your products. After several weeks to months of selling your products to your target audience, you should re evaluate your chickens. Note if one product from one chicken breed is selling more than the same product from a different chicken breed. Consider adjusting your chicken selection so you have more chickens who produce eggs and meat that sell well. This will ensure your farm is sustainable and responding to the needs of your customers. | Understand the skills and abilities required to start a chicken farm. Create a business plan for your chicken farm. Apply for financing. Work with a farming organization to get hands on experience as a farmer. Decide if you are going to do coop farming or pastured farming. Build a coop big enough to house forty to sixty chickens. Include a large roosting area and nesting boxes. Add a feeder and water containers. Fence in a 20 x 5 foot outdoor area near the coop with chicken wire and a chicken fence. Buy an incubator if you plan to breed your own chickens. Get stainless steel killing cones and a feather plucker to process your meat chickens. Invest in egg washing equipment for egg laying chickens. Go for Ranger or Heritage breeds if you are raising the chickens for meat. Choose Black star, Red star, or White Leghorn breeds if you are raising the chickens for eggs. Consider dual purpose breeds if you want meat and eggs from your chickens. Buy young chicks if you are prepared to wait for eggs or meat. Ask the breeder about the noise level and temperament of the chickens before buying them. Buy feed in bulk. Give young chicks starter feed. Use a brooder lamp to keep the coop warm. Ensure there is enough room in the coop to prevent picking. Switch to grower mash feed once the chicks start to feather out, at about six weeks. Collect eggs once to twice a day. Consider your target audience. Advertise online to potential buyers. Sell your products at local farmer’s markets. Adjust your chicken selection based on the sales of your products. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Create-a-Turban-With-a-Towel-to-Dry-Wet-Hair | How to Create a Turban With a Towel to Dry Wet Hair | Creating a turban with a towel to dry your wet hair is a good way to speed up the drying process. Start by gently blotting your hair dry with a towel to remove any excess water. Once your hair is slightly dry, apply any hair products you use and gently comb your hair to remove any tangles. When you're ready to wrap your hair up, bend over at the waist and tuck your chin into your chest so that your hair hangs upside down. Get a clean, dry towel and drape it over the back of your head so that it covers all of your hair. Take both ends of the towel and fold them around each side of your head and over all of your hair. Twist the two sides of the towel around each other, enclosing your hair in the middle. Bring the twisted towel over your head to the back and tuck it in at your neck. | Blot dry your hair. When you get out of the shower or bath, blot your hair gently with a towel. Your goal is to stop it from dripping but not to dry it completely. Apply hair products while your hair is still wet. Using hair products in wet hair allows them to be distributed more evenly. Add the products before you wrap your hair and they will soak into your locks and boost their effectiveness. You will want to save finishing products such as hair spray until you are ready to style, but you can add others at this stage: Volumizer Detangler Leave-in conditioner Straightening balm Curling Serum Comb your hair to remove tangles. Combing your hair before wrapping it helps prevent damage. Wet hair is the most susceptible to damage, so make sure you comb it gently. Use a wide toothed comb instead of a brush to detangle wet hair. Comb small sections at a time. Comb through tangles gently to avoid tearing your hair. Bend over at the waist to allow your hair to hang down. In order to wrap your head in a towel, hang your hair upside down to fit it all in the towel. Tuck your chin into your chest. You will be looking backwards between your legs to let your hair hang upside down. Pull your hair off your shoulders and make sure it is all hanging downward. Note Keep your head down until your towel is secured around your hair. Choose the right towel. You need a towel that is long enough to cover all of your hair when wrapped, but not so long that it will be too heavy and fall down. The towel should cover your head and still hang past your shoulders when standing upright. If you have hair past your shoulders, you may need a longer towel. Thin towels are better than thick, fluffy towels. Microfiber towels and t-shirts work extremely well to do the turban tie with. Drape the towel over your hair. While your hair is hanging down, use the towel to cover all of your hair from the back of your head. Place the long edge of the towel at your hairline on the back of your neck. Center the towel on the center of your neck. Wrap the towel around your hair from back to front. Fold the towel around your head tucking one side under the other. Keep your hair inside the towel as your wrap it around your head. Twist the two sides of the towel around each other with your hair inside. Continue to twist the towel until it reaches your forehead. Stand upright and bring the towel twist toward the back of your head. The twist should be on top of your head going from your forehead to the back of your head. Secure the twist by tucking it under the back of the towel. Place the end of the twisted towel under the turban at the back of your hairline to keep it in place. You can also use a hair clip to hold the towel in place for extra security. Re-wrap your hair in a dry towel. If you are taking your time getting ready, you can exchange your wet towel for a dry one to help your hair dry even faster. The more moisture your towel absorbs, the less it will be able to remove from your hair. Replace the wet towel with a dry one, and the drying process will go even faster. | Blot dry your hair. Apply hair products while your hair is still wet. Comb your hair to remove tangles. Bend over at the waist to allow your hair to hang down. Tuck your chin into your chest. Choose the right towel. Drape the towel over your hair. Wrap the towel around your hair from back to front. Twist the two sides of the towel around each other with your hair inside. Stand upright and bring the towel twist toward the back of your head. Secure the twist by tucking it under the back of the towel. Re-wrap your hair in a dry towel. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Soothe-Your-Cat-With-a-Massage | How to Soothe Your Cat With a Massage | Before you try to soothe your cat with a massage, wait until it's calm and relaxed so it doesn't get defensive or try to nip at your hand. Then, slowly pet your cat's back like you normally would, slowing down your hand with each stroke. After a few minutes, move on to the back of your cat's neck, and use your fingers to gently massage it. Next, gradually move your hands down the side of your cat's body until you get to its belly. Be careful massaging your cat's belly since some cats are sensitive in that area. Finally, gently massage under your cat's chin using circular motions. | Focus intently on the cat. You want your attention to be as close to 100% on the cat as possible. Massaging your cat lovingly for even a few minutes can be as good as a full half hour of petting, so focusing on the cat will be very beneficial. You can get your attention on the animal by relaxing with a few deep breaths. Get into it—the cat will thank you! Visualize giving your cat the perfect massage. You can give yourself some great practice that won't tire out your massage hands just by visualizing the massage you will give. This kind of concentration is known as centering, and it will help keep you from getting sore as you massage your cat. Prepare the massage space. The best atmosphere for massaging your cat is one that is calm, quiet, and peaceful. Loud people—such as children—in the room may not be very comforting to your cat, and can detract from the benefits of massage. Thus, you should pick the most peaceful time and place for your cat's massage to have the best impact. Speak or sing soothingly to the cat. One great way to relax your cat for massage is to use voice massage. Voice massage is essentially repeating a phrase or song in a soothing voice to prepare your cat for contact. What you actually say or sing is not as important as the tone of your voice, which should be as calm and soothing as possible. Let the cat accept your touch. Move slowly toward the cat with your had outstretched and allow him or her to smell you. This gives the cat the opportunity to accept your touch rather than you simply going ahead. This shows respect and can help keep the cat calm as well. Pay attention to body language. If the cat seems to back away from your hands as you try to ready him or her for massage, do not attempt massage at this time. Do not attempt to massage the cat if he or she nips at your hand when you offer it either—this could mean the cat is in a playful mood or a bad mood, or it could signal a defensive position from the cat. When the cat is waking from a nap or otherwise very relaxed, this would be a good time to massage him or her. Do not attempt to massage a cat who is injured or sick. Begin slowly. There is no reason to rush to massage your cat. Begin by petting the cat gently as you normally would, then stroke the cat's entire back slowly, counting the seconds it takes to do so. Stroke the cat's back a second time, this time doubling the seconds it took to do so before. The cat may really enjoy the slow speed of this stroke. Repeat this technique six times. Repetition is good for getting your cat to accept the massage, as well as establishing familiarity and relaxing the cat in general. Massage the back of the cat's neck. Run your thumb or fingers from the top of the cat's head to the base of its neck gently. Gently massage the back of the neck with your thumb and fingers. Tug very gently on the loose skin on the sides of the cat's neck. Caress the cat's body. Very gently caress the cat's body applying mild pressure around the contours. You should be able to feel various bones as you do so. Do not apply too much pressure, but get your fingertips in each crevice and massage gently. Move your hand slowly to the underside of the cat's body and gently massage the belly. Try increasing the speed of your caress on the belly/breast area to see if the cat likes it. Be careful here because some cats are very sensitive to being touched on the underside of their body. If the cat is very relaxed, he or she may not mind, but even if so, this may startle the cat or cause it to get somewhat defensive, so be careful. Massage under the cat's chin. Gently lift up on the cat's chin with your fingertips, and, as the cat lifts its head, begin stroking the chin and neck with your fingers. Move from the throat to the tip of the chin. If the cat looks up, he or she likes this motion. You can also move your fingers in a circular motion underneath the the chin for a different sensation. | Focus intently on the cat. Visualize giving your cat the perfect massage. Prepare the massage space. Speak or sing soothingly to the cat. Let the cat accept your touch. Pay attention to body language. Begin slowly. Massage the back of the cat's neck. Caress the cat's body. Move your hand slowly to the underside of the cat's body and gently massage the belly. Massage under the cat's chin. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Grow-Tulsi | How to Grow Tulsi | Tulsi is easy to grow at home and you don't need any special equipment. You can grow tulsi in an ordinary flower pot with high-quality soil. Simply sprinkle the tiny seeds over the soil and use your fingertips to gently push the seeds ¼ inch below it. Then use a spray bottle filled with water to mist the seeds each day for 1-2 weeks, until they begin to germinate. You can also root tulsi in water. Cut a 4 - 6 inch stem from a mature tulsi plant and place the cutting in a glass filled with water. Then simply transfer the plant to soil when you can see the roots starting to grow. | Fill a flower pot with high quality soil and water it thoroughly. You should leave about an inch (2.54 cm) of space at the top of the pot. Add enough water to make the soil very moist, but don't add too much water, because you don't want the soil to be soggy. Even if you plan to plant your tulsi in an outdoor area, it's best to start growing it indoors before transferring to an outdoor bed. Sow the seeds ¼ inch (0.64 cm) beneath the soil. Because tulsi seeds are so small simply sprinkle the seeds on top of the soil, then gently press them down into the surface using your fingers or a small tamper. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate. The seeds will begin to grow in about 1-2 weeks. Because the seeds are so delicate, try using a spray bottle to lightly mist the surface of the soil. If you are pouring water into the pot, do so slowly and carefully so you don't disrupt the seeds. Covering the top of the flower pot with plastic wrap will help seal in moisture, but you will still need to check the soil and add more water if needed. Place the tulsi near a warm, sunny window. Your plant requires 6-8 hours of sunlight a day and temperatures of at least 70 °F (21 °C). Set the pot in an area where it can receive plenty of indirect sunlight. Be careful not to leave the plant near open windows or doors if the temperature cools down overnight. Cut a 4-6 inch (10-15 cm) stem from a mature tulsi plant. Remove the stem right below a set of leaves. Pluck all the other leaves from the bottom portion of your cutting. You'll want to leave about 2 inches (5.1 cm) of the stem completely bare. When cutting the stem, be sure to select one that hasn't flowered yet. You can take a cutting from a flowering stem, but it will be more difficult to root and makes it more difficult for the plant. Dip the cut end into a rooting hormone to speed up the process. Rooting hormones can be purchased at local nurseries or gardening stores. Place the tulsi cutting in a glass container filled with water. Use a clear drinking glass or a mason jar and fill it with enough water to cover just the bottom half of the stems. You can place more than 1 stem in the container, just be sure it is not overcrowded. Change the water every day so the stems don't rot from an overgrowth of bacteria. Put your tulsi plant in a warm, sunny spot. Choose a windowsill or table that will allow the plant to get at least 6-8 hours of bright, indirect sunlight. Transfer the cuttings to a pot of soil when the roots begin to grow. Your cutting will be ready to transfer to the soil when its roots are ⁄ 4 – ⁄ 2 inch (0.64–1.27 cm) long. It can take between 7 and 10 days to reach this point. If you have multiple cuttings in the container, pull them apart gently to avoid breaking the delicate roots. Keep the tulsi in the potted soil for 2-3 weeks before planting outdoors if you choose to. Water your tulsi when the top layer of soil becomes dry. You should check your plant at least twice a week to see if it needs to be watered. If the top of the soil is dry, water it. How often you need to water the plant will vary depending on the temperature and climate. Fertilize your plant once a month. Use a liquid fertilizer or organic compost, such as cow manure, to maintain the nutrients in the soil. An application once a month will help your plant continue to thrive. Prune the tops of the tulsi weekly to encourage growth. Once your tulsi has 3 sets of leaves on a stem—1 at the top and 2 on the sides—you can begin pruning. Cut off the top set of leaves, just above the other 2 sets of leaves. Pruning your tulsi helps it to grow faster and produce fuller branches. Transplant your tulsi once it has outgrown its pot. Once you notice the roots growing out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot, it's time to transfer the plant to a larger pot. Depending on the size of pot you used to start, you may need to do this a couple of times. Keep in mind that the tulsi plant can grow up to 3 feet (0.91 m) tall, so be sure to plan for this when transferring either to a larger pot or outside. You can safely transfer tulsi outdoors about 6-8 weeks after you planted it. Just be sure there is no risk of frost and that temperatures will be at least 70 °F (21 °C). | Fill a flower pot with high quality soil and water it thoroughly. Sow the seeds ¼ inch (0.64 cm) beneath the soil. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate. Place the tulsi near a warm, sunny window. Cut a 4-6 inch (10-15 cm) stem from a mature tulsi plant. Place the tulsi cutting in a glass container filled with water. Put your tulsi plant in a warm, sunny spot. Transfer the cuttings to a pot of soil when the roots begin to grow. Water your tulsi when the top layer of soil becomes dry. Fertilize your plant once a month. Prune the tops of the tulsi weekly to encourage growth. Transplant your tulsi once it has outgrown its pot. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Paper-Chef-Hat-for-Kids | How to Make a Paper Chef Hat for Kids | You can easily make a paper chef hat with white cardstock, white crepe paper, some tape, and a rule. Start by measuring around the child's head with a soft tape measure, add 2 centimeters to the length, and mark the length on a sheet of white cardstock. Then, cut out the strip of cardstock and fold it in half. To make the top portion, cut a sheet of white crepe paper to be 30 centimeters by 60 centimeters. Place 1 of the long edges of the crepe paper on top of the cardstock and apply a strip of tape to hold it in place. Fold the crepe paper about 10 times and tape the folds down as you go to create the gathered look of a chef hat. Then, create a loop with the cardstock and tape the ends together. | Measure around the child's head. Loop a soft tape measure around your child's head at about the temples. Note the measurement mentally or on a scrap of paper. If you're a kid making your own hat, ask an adult or sibling to help you measure your head. Add 2 cm (0.79 in) or 3 cm (1.2 in) to the measurement. Write down the new measurement. Forget the original measurement at this point -- you'll be working with this updated number to ensure a good fit. Grab a piece of white cardstock and mark the length. You need the cardstock to be the length of your new measurement, so use a ruler to measure it. Mark the length lightly with a pencil on the cardstock. If you don't have cardstock, improvise with a white manila folder, a thin cereal box covered in white printer paper, or several sheets of white paper taped together for durability. Mark the height on the cardstock. Once you've marked the length, measure it to be 10 cm (3.9 in) tall. Mark the height on the cardstock with a pencil. These measurements form a strip that will become the headband of the chef hat. Cut out the strip and fold it in half. Use scissors to cut out the strip of cardstock you just measured. Discard the excess paper. Take your strip and fold it in half length-wise. Cut a sheet of white crepe paper to be 30 cm (12 in) by 60 cm (24 in). If you don't have white crepe paper, use a white paper tablecloth. Use your ruler to measure a rectangle that measures 30 cm (12 in) to 60 cm (24 in). Carefully cut the rectangle out with scissors. You can purchase crepe paper at craft stores, party supply stores, and many big box stores. Place one of the long edges of crepe paper on top of the cardstock. Align them both length-wise. Line up the crepe paper along the fold you made in the cardstock. Tape one corner down securely with transparent adhesive tape, such as Scotch Tape. Make about 10 folds down the length of the crepe paper. Starting at the taped end, make small pleated folds in the crepe paper. You should end up with about 10 folds by the time you get to the end of the cardstock. Tape the folds down to the cardstock as you go. This will create the gathered look of chef hats. Fold up the bottom edge of the cardstock. Fold the cardstock until the two ends meet each other, with the crepe paper sandwiched between them. You're simply refolding in the same place where you folded it earlier. Create a loop with the cardstock and tape the ends together. Bring the 2 ends of the cardstock together to create a circle. Overlap the ends by a few centimeters. Tape the ends to each other to join the circle. This circle is the headband, which fits around your child's head. You can tape the ends together on the inside or outside of the headband. The inside looks more seamless, but if you're using clear adhesive tape, the outside works fine, too! Gather the ends of the crepe paper into a point. You now have a circle with white crepe paper sticking straight up out of it. Gather the ends of the crepe paper into a point. Wrap tape around the pointed end to secure the paper together. Push the pointed end down into the hat. Then reach your hand up into the inside of the hat and pull the point down from the inside. This will make it puff out just like a real chef's hat! | Measure around the child's head. Add 2 cm (0.79 in) or 3 cm (1.2 in) to the measurement. Grab a piece of white cardstock and mark the length. Mark the height on the cardstock. Cut out the strip and fold it in half. Cut a sheet of white crepe paper to be 30 cm (12 in) by 60 cm (24 in). Place one of the long edges of crepe paper on top of the cardstock. Make about 10 folds down the length of the crepe paper. Fold up the bottom edge of the cardstock. Create a loop with the cardstock and tape the ends together. Gather the ends of the crepe paper into a point. Push the pointed end down into the hat. |
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