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4,300 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Groom a Longhair Dachshund | xxx | When purchasing dog shampoo, try to find one that is meant for white coats. This will help to give the coat of your West Highland White Terrier some highlights and extra sheen. | Fatty acids, like fish oil, can improve the texture and quality of your dog's coat. There are a number of liquids or capsules that are specifically formulated to improve dog's coats available. | Essential fatty acids (omega 3, omega 6) are recommended as dietary supplements for dogs with CAD. Although they will not decrease itchiness, they can improve coat quality. | Moistened sugar beet can help horses who have trouble drinking, by simply adding more water to their diet. It is very palatable and appealing to horses, and can be ideal to disguise medicines or supplements. | 1 |
4,301 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Cover Shelves with Fabric | xxx | Choose a fabric that goes with the color and style of the room for a more cohesive look. | Have fun with the process! Use various colors, fabrics, and/or designs to spice up the look of your room! | If you can't find thread that matches the color of your fabric, consider using a contrasting or coordinating color instead. It will make a nice design! | Stick to a color scheme so the whole room looks cohesive. Deviating from it may result in a cluttered look. Not everything has to match, but the colors should complement one another. | 0 |
4,302 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Out of a Fight with Your Best Friend | xxx | If anything, don't let his girlfriend get to you. If he sees you two arguing, he will know you are just trying to break them up. Ignore his girlfriend. If she says anything to you, pretend you don't even care and walk away. | If things get messy and the other party starts yelling, don't be a part of it! Fighting is not the answer. Try to reason with him and stay calm. | If your girlfriend is cheating on you, don't lash out or try to get revenge. Instead, take some time to focus on yourself and your healing process. | Do not try to get even with your friend. No matter how furious you are, getting revenge on your friend will only make things worse. Take time to cool down before you do anything you'll regret later. | 3 |
4,303 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Grow Foxglove | xxx | Daffodils are an easy-to-grow bulb. Healthy, moist but not wet soil is the key factor to the growth of beautiful blossoms. Filtered or low sunlight is perfect for these hearty stems of yellow joy. Plant a few around the base of a tree for a touch of eye-catching color. | Foxgloves like nitrogen rich soil and cool humid climates. | Wisteria need full sun and moist, well-drained soil to blossom. They also prefer a sheltered location such as against the brick wall of house to protect them from the harsh winter winds. | If you decide to let the soil restore itself naturally and you'd still like to grow crops or plants, switch to salt-tolerant plants that won't struggle in the highly saline soil. Cactus, buckeye, clove, magnolias, and most deciduous trees will thrive in salty soil. | 1 |
4,304 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be a Clan Leader on Animal Jam | xxx | Think the names through, most people don't really want to be named Wideeye or Lostface. | If you ask for credits on Habbo, people are going to think you're a newbie and doesn't deserve to be popular. Remember, they decide if you're popular, not you. | Don't put in your status or on your wish list telling people, "Auto me or I'll delete you!" or similar things. It gives you a bad, greedy reputation. Also never ever say Autos? because it will make people think you're desperate! | If you don't want a public audience to see a picture of you, consider changing your profile picture to something that doesn't involve your face. | 0 |
4,305 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Break in a New Pair of Shoes | xxx | Take your time and really shop around before you make your decision. You want to make sure you really trust the bank you choose with your money. | Do your best to buy the right size in the first place. | Remember that jewelry is a reflection of your personal style. Go with your instincts and preferences. | Don't be too hard on yourself about your problem with buying clothes. If you slip up and buy something you don't need, try returning the item and tell yourself you'll do better next time. Give yourself time to change your spending habits gradually. | 1 |
4,306 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Give Your Dog a Massage | xxx | Your dog may experience pain as it goes through physical therapy. If your dog is in pain, your vet will prescribe pain medication for your dog. | Ask your veterinarian for suggestions on how to make your dog comfortable and relieve some of his pain. Your veterinarian may be willing to demonstrate techniques that you can use to comfort your dog, such as massage. | If your dog has serious health problems, but could still benefit from massage, contact a professional dog massage therapist. | Talk with your vet if you are unsure how to perform at-home rehabilitation exercises. Using the proper technique will also help your dog have a good recovery. | 2 |
4,307 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Remove Acrylic Paint from Plastic Models | xxx | Wrap masking tape or painter's tape around any areas that you don't want to be painted. Apply your glitter/glue or nail polish, let everything dry, then peel the tape off. | Use a Goo Gone product to help lift the residue. Let it set for a few minutes before scraping or wiping it away. | If painting and adding several coats, let the paint dry. | Keep the item to be stripped of paint in a solution and just let it soak. | 3 |
4,308 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Insert a Hyperlink in Microsoft Word | xxx | The links in the text will not work in PDF format, so be sure to write the entire URL (http://something.com) instead of linking text (creating hyperlinks). | You can go to the Posts page in one step by using the following URL, where blog-name is replaced by the name of your own blog. Note that you must be logged in to do this.https://www.tumblr.com/blog/blog-name | If you want to manually shorten a YouTube video's link, replace the replace the http://www.youtube.com/watch?v= part of the URL of a video with http://youtu.be/ | If you type a URL into a document (e.g., https://www.wikihow.com), Word will automatically make that text a clickable link. | 3 |
4,309 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Enough Calcium if You’re Intolerant to Lactose | xxx | Before removing gluten containing foods from your diet, always talk to your doctor about whether or not this is necessary. You should only avoid foods completely if you have an allergy or sensitivity to them. | Look for healthy options that contain chocolate, such as Ovaltine or Carnation Instant Breakfast, which contain other nutrients. You can have these with 1% milk for breakfast, which could help reduce your cravings later in the day. | It's common to experience dark stools, constipation, heartburn, and upset stomach while taking iron supplements. Take your supplement with food or soon after eating to help reduce these side effects. | You can also try taking a lactose digestion aid when you eat dairy. This might help make it possible for you to have dairy without negative side effects. | 3 |
4,310 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Determine What Health Insurance Pays vs. Car Insurance in a Car Accident | xxx | Call your state's SNAP hotline for additional information about benefits. Go to https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/state-informationhotline-numbers to find the right number for your state. | Use the REAL ID interactive checklist at https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/RealID to make sure you have the documents you need. | For additional help or support, you may want to contact your state's Insurance Commissioner. You can use the map at http://www.naic.org/state_web_map.htm to locate your state's office. | To locate a driver license office close to you, use the search program at http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/administration/driver_licensing_control/rolodex/search.asp. You will enter your zip code, and it will tell you the address and other contact information for the nearest office. | 2 |
4,311 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Avoid Cramps While Running | xxx | Stretching can be helpful when you've strained your calf, but it's also important to rest your leg, especially in the first couple of weeks after you pull the muscle. Avoid doing anything that causes you pain as you heal. | Do not stretch to a point of pain. A stretch is generally a feeling of mild discomfort that is tolerable and pleasurable once you get used to it. | Never stretch to the point of pain. If it hurts, that's your body telling you to stop. | With any form of exercise, stop doing any exercise or motion that causes pain or makes your pain worse. The maxim of “no pain, no gain” really doesn't apply here. | 2 |
4,312 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Apply Dark Eye Makeup | xxx | Trial and error may be necessary to find the right style or look that works for you. Embrace the transformation and learn as you grow! | Practice makes perfect. The complicated sounding tools and techniques associated with leatherwork will become easier with time. Your projects will get better as your confidence and experience grows. | Figure out which tricks work the best for your eyes! Once you know what works and have experimented a little, it'll be easy for you to do your makeup and look great every day. | Practice! With time, you'll find the look that best suits you and the techniques that best complement your eyes. | 3 |
4,313 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Flatulate Secretively (Teenagers) | xxx | Always make sure that whenever you flatulate, you let them out long and silently. | Be firm, but not harsh. Patience and consistency is all you need. Also, be sure not to reward your dog every time he listens. You want him to just do the command sometimes, not always for treats. | Be a good listener! Listen to the guy and let him talk. As long as it doesn't go against your values, do your best to not step in on his decisions. | Make sure you hold a professional but sincere tone throughout the entire letter. Keep it to-the-point and avoid rambling or over praising. Remember, people usually know when you're not being genuine. The idea is to make the customer feel good. | 0 |
4,314 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Buy from eBay With eBay Gift Cards | xxx | If you choose not to link a bank account or credit card to your PayPal Merchant account for verification purposes, you can apply for a PayPal Extras MasterCard. If approved, you can use this card to verify your PayPal account. | Once you have used your gift card, any remaining balance on the card is linked to your PayPal account and therefore cannot be transferred to another person's PayPal or eBay account. | If you have to sign up for a Premium account, try to use a payment method such as PayPal rather than using your bank card. | If you want to use your PayPal account to pay at stores that don't accept digital PayPal payments, you can use a PayPal Cash debit card anywhere that accepts debit cards. | 1 |
4,315 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Choose Vegetarian Post‐Exercise Meals | xxx | Not consuming enough calories can cause increased soreness, as well as making you feel weak or lethargic while your body is recovering from exercise. | Maintaining healthy eating and exercise habits can help you learn and practice discipline in other areas of your life. Being hungry, experiencing blood sugar spikes, and feeling sluggish can make you irritated, unable to concentrate, and weaken your self-control. | If you frequently suffer from sore muscles or body aches, avoid excess consumption of caffeine or alcohol. Both of these can dehydrate you and lead to further aches and even muscle cramps. | There can be a number of side effects that you will experience while fasting, especially if you are a beginner. Common effects include headaches, fatigue, difficulty thinking, moodiness, stomach pain, and hunger pangs. | 0 |
4,316 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Clay for Kids | xxx | If you don't want blueberry skin in your smoothie, consider straining it before you blend. | If you don't want to use food coloring, consider painting dough that's hardened. | If you don't have any white face paint, try mixing talcum powder with water to make a smooth paste to use instead. | If you don't want to use petroleum jelly, try removing glitter using coconut oil. | 1 |
4,317 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Catch Students Cheating | xxx | Avoid arguing with a client. Even if the customer is operating under a false assumption or incomplete information, acknowledge that you understand what the client is conveying. Repeat the key points and ask if you have grasped the particulars properly. Then set a specific date and time to get back to the client with an... | It's a common misconception that you can tell if someone is lying by looking at their eyes. In fact, cheaters may look directly at you, holding your gaze; look away at a fixed object; look around furtively; or blink more frequently. In short, there is no good way to analyze eye movement to determine if your spouse is... | Compare student answers. If people sitting near each other have exactly the same wrong answers, they may be cheating. This, however, is not foolproof, and should be considered only when it occurs in multiple instances and/or along with other suspicious behavior. It is often best to give the students the benefit of the ... | Don't try to catch your cheating partner by analyzing their body language. Truisms like the idea that you can tell if someone is lying because they avert their eyes are not accurate. Body language is rarely useful in helping distinguish falsehoods from truth. | 2 |
4,318 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Run Away from Home As a Teen | xxx | Don't be self-conscious. People probably aren't watching you as much as you think they are. If someone does criticize your dancing, blow it off. Stay comfortable and keep having fun. | Never hang around the same place for too long. You don't want to be seen as a nuisance, or for people to wonder what you're doing. | Do not be afraid to leave your comfort zone. If you are at a party, don't just stand in the corner. Just make small talk with people. | Always be respectful of someone's space when you're scaring them. Don't crowd them or intimidate them. You want them to feel scared for a little bit but then recognize it was just a prank! | 1 |
4,319 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Demineralize a Dishwasher | xxx | To keep your dishwasher healthy, clean it out at least once a year. The filter may need to be cleaned several times a month if you wash a lot of dishes or regularly leave food on them. | Demineralize the dishwasher once a month or less. Vinegar is acidic, so frequent cleanings can damage your machine. | Clean the sink regularly to ensure the sink stopper lasts longer. For example, pour baking soda and vinegar down the drain, then flush it out with hot water. | Do not leave dirty dishes in the dishwasher for long periods. Run a "rinse and hold" cycle if you are not going to wash the dishes right away. | 1 |
4,320 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Ensure a Happy Life for Your Guinea Pig | xxx | If you'd like to check your gauge for this project, crochet 10 stitches for 10 rows. The fabric square should measure 2 3⁄4 by 2 3⁄4 inches (7.0 cm × 7.0 cm). | When purchasing your cube grids for your C & C cage, make sure the openings measure between 1 1⁄2–2 1⁄2 in (3.8–6.4 cm). | For best results, use bread that's between 1⁄2 and 3⁄4 inch (1.3 and 1.9 cm) thick. | You can make this quick headband ear warmer for kids or dolls. Just remember to measure the head and subtract 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm). | 1 |
4,321 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Replace a Light Switch | xxx | If the switch has “On” and “Off” written on it, make sure the “On” position is pointing up when you screw it back in. | To disable the audible clicks that happen when items are selected, slide the “Sound Effects” switch (just above the “Speech” switch) to the off position. | You can't technically reset your Ring doorbell from the app. If you're moving or replacing it and you want to wipe your connection you can use the app, though. Tap the three lines on the top left of the dashboard, go into “Devices,” “Device Settings,” and then “General Settings.” From there, select “Remove this Device.... | To hold a particular temperature, you can use the up and down arrows to manually override the programmed schedule and then press “hold” to maintain that temperature. When you want the system to run based on your schedule again, you can simply press “run” to initiate it. | 0 |
4,322 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Swing a Baseball Bat | xxx | A flick serve is usually easier to play if you don't try too hard. When you're practicing, just work on getting the flicking action right. Worry about the results later. | This is a complicated, technical shot. Practice the skills individually. As you feel more confident, combine the techniques and practice sinking the 8-ball on the break. | Try serving from different angles. The more you practice the better you'll become at knowing how this will affect the flight of the ball. | Work on your timing to develop a sense of when to begin your swing. Your swing will have the most force if you wait until the ball is in deep, about even with your body. | 3 |
4,323 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Blur the Background of a Digital Image | xxx | Paint either horizontally or vertically, but try not to do both on one project, as there may be a slight texturing of the surface that may have a different appearance when you look from various angles. | When doing a reverse glass painting, always paint lines, details, and the images in the foreground first. | Be very precise in outlining your foreground; otherwise, it will look choppy. | Remember that once you draw a dark line with your colored pencil, it'll be hard to erase it, so try to press lightly when you're shading. | 2 |
4,324 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be Friends with Someone Who Has Kids when You Don't | xxx | Offering to babysit and give your friend a night off from the pressures of parenting will make you the best friend imaginable. | Remember to do your best to find some time for yourself. Though parenting is your most important job, it is good to find a balance that helps you be the best parent for your child that you can be. If that means that they stay with a babysitter for two hours each week so you can do something you enjoy, then that is comp... | If you have a younger brother or sister, try helping your parents look after him or her for a couple of days. Not only will this show that you are responsible enough to deal with kids, but it gives you a good idea of what babysitting will really be like. | Parenting is hard work, and, what's more, it's a 24/7 commitment. If you occasionally give yourself time to relax, you'll be a more effective parent in the long run. Don't be afraid to hire a babysitter and take a night off. You deserve it. | 0 |
4,325 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Change the Color of Hydrangeas | xxx | If your potting soil doesn't have a time-release fertilizer in it, you can purchase some at your garden supply store and add it to your soil and compost mixture to help your cucumber plant grow quickly. | If you are growing herbs in containers, the soil's nutrients will gradually leach out as you water the pots. You can help improve the soil by adding commercial fertilizer. | Do not use soil from your yard or garden because it may not have the nutrients necessary to grow potted plants. Garden soil may be the wrong consistency or have germs or fungi that may weaken or kill your plants. | It's easier to manipulate the color of potted hydrangeas than in-ground plants due to the smaller size of the soil environment. | 3 |
4,326 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Wear Velvet Leggings | xxx | You can also wear a pair of pantyhose underneath your fishnets if you want another layer of coverage. | If you plan on wearing your velvet leggings with a shorter top, check to see if your underwear is creating a visible pantie line. A pantie line is more likely with lighter colored leggings. | Replace your pantyhose once they start to run. | You can always add a pair of leggings to your romper ensemble for a little extra coverage or warmth. | 1 |
4,327 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Desolder | xxx | Clean your cutting board with soap and warm water after each use. If your board has grips attached to it, wipe them off carefully to avoid damaging them. | If your circuit board is old and grimy, clear grease and dirt off the solder pad with rubbing alcohol before you begin. | There are many how to articles on soldering, so if you're a beginner, check those out first. However, here are some basic tips:Clean the solder iron with a damp sponge or cloth first.Apply a bit of solder to the tip of the iron before beginning.Use a small gauge solder. | A fine tip on a soldering station (or even a tiny regular soldering iron) can handle the occasional surface-mount circuit board job. Try melting solder blobs onto the board contacts, then remelting them to let the component leads settle in and "wet". But the proper tool is a "hot air rework station", which uses a tin... | 1 |
4,328 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Gumbo | xxx | Fat on the beef is edible. Depending on how you like your beef, leaving some of the fat cap on is useful to give the meat a little extra flavor. | Lamb's liver is a relatively cheap cut of meat, but it can be used to create food with plenty of flavor. | Check meat by touch, not by cutting open, it will retain more flavor. | It is not necessary to de-bone meat for gumbo. Bones add flavor. | 3 |
4,329 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Avoid Car Sickness | xxx | If your child has a wandering eye, let photographers know about his or her condition so they can position your child in such a way that the lazy eye won't be noticeable in pictures. This may help your child feel less self-conscious when pictures are required, such as “picture days” at school or for yearbook. | Try to have your (non-toy*) puppy's first car rides be "on an empty stomach" by withholding food for 2-4 hours before the ride. Several rides without nausea will help tremendously to prevent the puppy from developing car sickness. | Make sure to wear clothing appropriate for the weather – it makes the car ride feel better, and you won't have to rely on the air conditioner or open windows as much, which uses gas. | Help prevent car sickness in children by giving them a raised seat where they have a clear view of the outdoors, and play games that encourage them to look outwards. Don't let them watch movies in the car, as it can trigger car sickness. | 3 |
4,330 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Increase Pitching Velocity | xxx | Slowly increase your weight and range of motion to keep making progress. However, don't push yourself to do more than you comfortably can. | Don't waste your energy all at once. Be sure to kick strategically and have control. | Be sure to use slow, controlled movements when performing any neck stretch. | Don't neglect to maintain flexibility and range of motion. | 3 |
4,331 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Look and Act Like Rosalie Hale | xxx | Always wear a hat when out in the sun, especially if you are susceptible to heat syndromes. | Remember that vampires are pale, so try to avoid too much contact with the sun, and in the summer, put on loads of sunscreen almost every hour that you're outside! | Wear sunglasses every time you go in the sun. But make them different at times. | Avoid humid spaces. Your hair will curl back up if you get it wet, so try to keep it dry and away from humidity. Wear a hat if it's drizzly outside. | 2 |
4,332 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Sugar Syrup | xxx | The vinegar will help prevent the sugar from crystallizing. If you don't have vinegar, try lemon juice instead. | Prevent your syrup from crystallizing by adding ¼ cup (60 milliliters) corn syrup = prevents sugar from crystallizing. | If your syrup crystallizes in storage, warm it to dissolve the sugar again. | The sugars in chocolate crystalize when frozen, and that can cause it to act differently when you use it in a recipe. To avoid this, frozen chocolate is best when eaten as is or melted. | 2 |
4,333 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Renew a Passport | xxx | If you're visiting Mexico from another country, take a copy of your police report to the nearest embassy or consulate for your country. Consular officers will be able to provide you with additional assistance. | If you're currently outside the US and need to renew your passport, contact the nearest US embassy or consulate for assistance. | Before you travel, check with the embassy or consulate of the country you want to visit and make sure your travel documents will be accepted at the border. You also may need a visa. | Depending on your specific circumstances and reasons for traveling to Turkey, there might be other visas available to you. Contact the nearest Turkish embassy or consulate for more information. | 1 |
4,334 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Paint a Fabric Chair | xxx | Be sure to clean up after you cut the tiles so that no dust gets into the installation part of your project. | Make sure the paint is even, and that it looks nice. | Make sure you paint the ceiling before the walls. | Make sure you cover the crowning of the furniture really well. | 3 |
4,335 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clear Your Experian Credit Report | xxx | If you find incorrect information on your Experian credit report, you should check your reports with TransUnion and Equifax as well to ensure that there are no mistakes on that report. | Check your credit report regularly. The three main credit reporting agencies, Equifax, Experian, and Transunion, will provide you a free copy of your credit report once a year. If you see any discrepancies, investigate them right away and notify the reporting agency. | If you are worried that the tracking link from Ebates was lost and you may not get credit, start over with a new window on the Ebates site. You can't get retroactive credit, so it's a good idea to be vigilant and speedy when making an Ebates purchase to avoid broken links. | If you find an error on your Experian credit report, you also should check your Equifax and TransUnion reports and make sure the error hasn't been repeated. Since a company that reports inaccurate information to one agency typically reports it to the others as well, it may be more efficient to submit your dispute direc... | 0 |
4,336 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Stop Knees from Going Inward when Squatting | xxx | If the problem is caused by puberty, exercise your voice and try to be patient. It might just take a little time and adjustment for your body to work through this change. | Going ahead is okay, but your teacher will know your pace. Don't go too far ahead, your body needs time to adapt to the new skills. You might pull or tear a muscle; don't strain yourself too much. | Start slowly and work your way up, pushing yourself a little each day. Don't push yourself too hard or you might get hurt. | Be patient with your progress. Pushing your body too far can increase your risk of getting hurt, so give yourself time to adjust. | 3 |
4,337 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Recover Your ATM PIN | xxx | Your second card must be from the same country. If you split time between two different countries, and have credit cards from issuers in both, it is best to make two separate accounts for each country. | With certain cards, it's possible to change your PIN at any ATM operated by the institution you do your banking with. | Unfortunately, you'll need to set up your checking account at a bank location for most banking services. | You can get cash from an ATM or get cash back at a store, but you cannot get money from a bank teller using your card. | 1 |
4,338 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean Swarovski Crystals | xxx | To avoid scratches, wrap your jewelry in a soft cloth and keep each item separately after being cleaned. Keep them discretely from other kinds of jewelry you have. You can add silica gel packs as they absorb moisture and prevent tarnish. | Do not use soap or any other cleaning solution to clean or polish your turquoise jewelry. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off dirt or grime. Remember, by nature, turquoise is a soft, porous stone. It is not hard and resilient like a diamond. | Consider investing in a special jewelry cleaning cloth and some cotton gloves to polish your Swarovski crystal jewelry. Polish your jewelry after each use to keep it in optimal condition. | To clean (not polish) bronze jewelry, use a few drops of additive-free dish soap in water. Lightly clean the jewelry with a soft cloth, cotton balls, or cotton swabs. Use this method to clean silver jewelry (and jewelry made of other metals) as well. | 2 |
4,339 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Purchase a Home Warranty | xxx | You must get a quote for the mortgage payoff before you sell a property. The money you make on the sale will first go to covering the payoff, then towards all of the other associated fees and closing costs that the seller is responsible for. After these costs, you will then receive anything leftover. | If you decide to sell your home down the line, include the home warranty in the sale to increase your home's value. You will also be covered by your warranty the entire time your home is listed on the market, beyond the usual 12-month cap. | Foreclosures can sometimes have hidden costs such as buyer's premiums associated with them. Try to get a sample of the contract to be signed by the winning bidder to see all the costs associated with buying the property. | You may be able to negotiate the responsibility for some of the closing costs. Buyers should always ask the seller to contribute to their closing costs. Typically, unless the seller is carrying a mortgage over the value and sales price of the house, the seller will have more flexibility in out-of-pocket expenses. | 1 |
4,340 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Pickle Green Tomatoes | xxx | If you start to hear your seeds pop from inside the oven, this is a sign that the seeds are done and the baking sheet should be removed. | If the flicking maneuver cannot be performed, stay calm and don't panic. Simply roll the extracted material between your forefinger and thumb (the famous WRB "pick n' roll"). This will cause the substance to take on a spherical shape. When you relax your finger pressure the force of gravity will irresistibly pull the m... | Test the cans before you store them. Ensure that the rings don't lift up at all when you grab the jars by the lid. Also, test the center divot to see if it is sealed tightly. If a jar isn't sealed, place it in the refrigerator and use the pickles within two to three weeks. | Use a timer and pay attention to your quinoa. You'll know your quinoa is done when it looks like it has popped open. It will reveal a little string that is the germ of the kernel. | 2 |
4,341 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Hold a Hamster | xxx | It may take a while before your hamster is comfortable with being held. Be patient with him. | Don't be discouraged if the toddler doesn't take to you immediately. Keep trying, but give them the time and space to warm up to you at their own pace. | Have patience with a baby Beardie. Let him warm up to you! Don't try to force him to touch you, and don't feel discouraged if he isn't friendly with you right away. | If your hamster resists being picked up, do not make him do it. Wait until another time when he seems more open to being picked up. | 3 |
4,342 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Easily Clean a Garlic Press | xxx | A great alternative to using a toothpick or skewer is a lollipop stick; you can buy them in the baking section of a craft store. | Use a toothpick or something similar to carve with to make some fun designs | A toothpick or unfolded paper clip can work, too! | If the head keeps falling off, try using a toothpick to attach it to the body. Then you can cover up the toothpick with a neck! | 2 |
4,343 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Write Goodbye Letters | xxx | If you are handwriting the letter, make sure that you do so in your neatest handwriting. A sloppy letter is unlikely to receive a reply. Consider typing the letter in a word processing program after you've written it to ensure that it looks as neat as possible. | If you're planning on sending a letter through the mail, consider writing it by hand. The effect will be more personal. | If you can avoid it, don't write your letter by hand. | It's recommended that you type out a letter to the president. If you're writing by hand, use a pen and print as neatly as possible. | 1 |
4,344 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Drive an RC Tank | xxx | Many RC hobbyists upgrade to a transmitter that didn't come with the tank or build their own. The transmitter will only work if the transmitter and receiver crystals are the exact same frequency, and ideally the same brand. Some types of RC systems do not use crystals and can pair the two devices with a sync or bind fe... | You might expect four wires to be needed for stereo (+ and - left and right), but for low power applications, you can join the negative wires together (making them "common"). Some cars are wired this way (all the negatives are connected to the body of the car), and if you install a higher power CD player or a similar d... | For even easier installation of passive crossovers, there are small devices called in-line crossovers that look like small tubes with RCA connections on each end. These go between your receiver and your amp, and have preset frequencies that cannot be adjusted. They work better with some amplifiers than others, so altho... | There are many popular ways to enhance WiFi reception. Most methods involve collecting the microwave radio frequency (RF) signal and getting that into the computer WLAN card. Since RF is very weak, this may be fraught with complications involving tiny wires and accurate measurements plus costly, lossy, coax cable and c... | 0 |
4,345 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Plan a Vacation | xxx | Make sure your luggage is secure before you travel and not easily opened by other people. If not sure then check your luggage before you fly. | If traveling with a partner or small children, do not hesitate to request a seat next to them (when first booking the flight), explaining to airline staff that having to repeatedly move about the plane would be potentially dangerous and uncomfortable. | Be sure you travel with appropriate identification and know airline policies about acceptable carry on items. | If you have to fly with your cat to make the move (see How to Transport Cats by Plane), call the airline in advance to check the carrier requirements. Also, find out who will be responsible for supplying food and water. Remember to include something familiar like a favorite blanket in her carrier for the journey. After... | 2 |
4,346 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Taho | xxx | Make sure that you are precise when cooking the sago pearls, and try to sample them regularly to check whether or not they are ready. | Check your cabinets periodically to make sure that they remain organized according to your plan. | Review the instructions that come with your nasal spray carefully to make sure that you are clear on what you are taking and how to do it. | Take note of the date when you purchase your betta fish. This will help you keep track of how old it is generally. | 0 |
4,347 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Eat a Tangelo | xxx | In areas where cantaloupes grow, the melons taste best in summer. Although often available the rest of the year, these imports or off-season harvests don't have as good a taste. | 'Costa Rica', 'Leisure', and 'Long Standing' are all good varieties of cilantro to begin growing with, as they are slow-bolting and will produce a plentiful harvest of leaves. | Callaloo plants usually grow to about 2 ft (0.61 m) tall, but some varieties can get even bigger. They can grow this tall even with harvesting, as long as you leave about 2/3 of the plant each time you harvest. | Tangelos are usually grown in California and Florida, so they can be hard to find outside of the United States. | 3 |
4,348 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Solder Gold | xxx | Butane torches are the best option for melting wax from a distance, as they project a flame more than a match or a lighter. If you have a butane torch, hold so the flame is a few inches from the candle and use it to slowly melt the wax. | Aluminum conducts heat very well, which makes it difficult to heat the one area to be joined until the entire object is hot. If you can't get the solder to melt, try placing the aluminum on a wire stand or other heat sink with a smaller surface area, or using a hotter torch. | Propane torches have plenty of different nozzles, so choose the one that fits your project. For example, a long, pointed nozzle leads to a thinner flame, which is useful for directly heating a small area. | Torches that produce a "bushy," wide flame may be more effective for soldering than torches with a loud hiss and thin cone. | 3 |
4,349 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Prepare Okra | xxx | Okra is used in a number of cuisines, such as Creole, Cajun, Indian, Caribbean, Southeast Asian, and Middle Eastern cuisines. | Lamb stew is part of several cultural cuisines. In addition to the recipe in this article, you can make lamb stew using basic ingredients or mix up the seasonings to create versions of lamb stew popular in other cultures. | There are several ways to incorporate wild rice into main dishes with various seasonings and by adding cooked rice into casseroles, vegetables and even desserts. | Many cuisines rely on bell peppers as an important part of dishes, including Italian, Mexican, Asian, American, French and Hungarian. | 0 |
4,350 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean Calphalon | xxx | Hard dough is more easier to work with than soft, mushy dough. Place dough back in the refrigerator if it gets too soft for you. | Because the peanuts have a high fat content, it is best to season them when they've just come out of the oven. You don't need much — the hot fat will absorb the flavors instead of leaving you a salty/seasoned baking tray and flavorless peanuts. | Sticky, crusty foods release much easier from a cool pan than from a hot one. | Strong condiments, like hot sauce, and heavy beverages, like milk, will work well to disguise a food's flavor. | 2 |
4,351 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Begin Writing a Research Paper | xxx | Try to complete as much of the assignment or project as you can, even if you know you must ask for an extension. Establishing that you have put in the effort to complete the assignment in your letter may encourage your supervisor or professor to be more sympathetic to your circumstances. | Always have the purpose of the assignment clear in your mind. Make sure your paper is on-task and relevant. | Make sure your writing is neat and legible. When you start a new paragraph, indent the first line to help the scorer identify how your essay is organized. | Be sure you have a clear understanding of the essay assignment before writing your analysis. Always follow the teacher's instructions and guidelines. | 1 |
4,352 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Bandage a Wound During First Aid | xxx | In order to prevent sepsis from occurring due to an injury, you should clean all wounds you get immediately with soap and warm water. As the wound is healing, keep it clean and seek medical care if it appears to get infected. | Most wounds that need stitches should be treated within six to eight hours after the injury to reduce the risk of infection. Particularly dirty wounds may not be stitched in order to avoid the risk of infection. | Keep the wound clean. Change dressings more frequently at first, as wounds tend to drain and can lead to infection. | Antibiotic ointments will prevent infections on an open cut, and treat bacterial infections. However, they will not treat viral infections (such as herpes), can cause skin irritation in some people, and may be harmful if ingested. Talk to your doctor before using them. | 1 |
4,353 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Overcome Hepatitis C | xxx | Some gallstones that don't cause symptoms will never need treatment. If you experience mild symptoms, talk to your doctor about your next step. | If you do have AFib, getting an early diagnosis can make it much easier to treat and control your condition. Don't hesitate to see your doctor. | If the treatment regimen you use does not provide any relief within a few weeks or months, call your doctor. You may need to try a few different treatments before you find the best for your skin type. | Start treatment right away. Your disease will progress if you ignore it. | 3 |
4,354 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Deal with Postpartum Hair Loss | xxx | Remember that you're not actually losing your hair — the hair that you're shedding is the same hair you would've shed while you were pregnant. Your hormones simply stopped that hair from shedding naturally. | You may need to trim your sideburns once every 1-3 weeks while you're growing your hair out if you really want to keep them under control. | Once you've chosen your extensions, try to take care of them as if they are your own hair. Brushing the extensions daily, keeping them in braids at night so they do not get tangled, and conditioning your hair before entering swimming pools are just some of many ways you can keep your extensions looking healthy. | There's no medical reason to shave your body hair. If you prefer going hairless, that's totally okay! It's also okay to let your body hair grow out. | 0 |
4,355 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Cat and Dog Get Along | xxx | Try not to play favorites. Sometimes fights are triggered by jealousy. If the dog notices that the cat is getting more attention, it may respond negatively. | If the dog can sense that you are scared, you will be letting off a smell. Dogs may like this smell and then they are more likely to follow you. If this happens, try to distract yourself from the dog by looking at something else and not standing there staring at the dog. This will show the dog that you are not too afra... | If you have multiple cats, make sure they all get enough attention. Cats are territorial with people as well, and may feel jealous if one cat is favored. | If you're giving your dog a timeout or withdrawing attention, do not look at the dog at all or make eye contact. The dog will know that you are watching and will try to get your attention even more. | 0 |
4,356 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be Liked | xxx | Always be yourself. If people love you for someone you're not, it may seem like a good idea to keep pretending that's who you are, but it's not a good idea. Just don't be scared-show people who you are. And stick to people who love you for who you are. | Don't try to be someone that you're not because it will never end well. So always be yourself no matter who likes or hates you. | If people are negative toward you, just be friendly. Realize that being positive is a better way of life and their comments don't really matter. Let them be. | Always be yourself and don't be ashamed of who you are. If someone tries to make you feel bad about who you are, they aren't a good friend. | 0 |
4,357 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Plant a Peach Tree | xxx | To give the plants and flowers in your raised garden bed more nutrients, try layering some compost over your soil as a natural fertilizer. | If your potting soil doesn't have a time-release fertilizer in it, you can purchase some at your garden supply store and add it to your soil and compost mixture to help your cucumber plant grow quickly. | If you plan ahead, you can skip the composting process altogether and simply add freshly shredded leaves directly to the garden beds in the fall. They'll decompose over the winter and spring, providing your soil with plenty of nutrients. | If you know in advance that you will be planting peach trees, prepare the soil by adding fertilizer, organic matter and compost as early as 2 years prior to planting. This will provide rich, well-draining soil that is full of nutrients. | 3 |
4,358 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Become a Bouncer or Nightclub Security Worker | xxx | It takes time to learn all the tricks of the trade, so pay attention and be respectful of the elders and they will teach you more than you could ever believe. | It takes a while to master all of astrology's concepts. Try setting aside at least 15 minutes daily to study astrology and practice some of the techniques you have learned. | Try to spend at least ten minutes practicing every day. This way you will continue to build upon your knowledge, and you won't forget what you have learned. | Keep in mind that there is no easy path to the things you want. If you want to learn a skill or master something, it will take effort and dedication. | 0 |
4,359 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Choose Kiwis | xxx | Kiwi berries are freshest in fall, so look out for them at the grocery store from September to November for the best quality berries in the Northern Hemisphere and from March to May in the Southern Hemisphere. | Fresh tomatoes are easiest to find in summer, as this is when they are in season. | The best time to strike a new African violet is during warm months. | Kiwis are in season from November to May; it is better to buy them during this time. | 3 |
4,360 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Do a Roundoff Back Tuck | xxx | Keep a training log to track your progress. You can record workouts, mark your hip measurements and make notes of any special challenges or victories you encounter while adding an inch to your hips. | Get a friend to record you so you can see how good/bad you do during practice and see what you can do to improve. | Video tape your practice sessions if you can. Go back and watch the tapes to examine your form and make improvements. | Have someone videotape your coaching prior to the evaluation so you can observe your techniques. | 2 |
4,361 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Pass a Math Test | xxx | Don't become frustrated if your child fails to respond to any one particular learning strategy. Simply try something new, and see if he or she accepts this new strategy better. Every child is different, and some will respond better to one trick than another. Keep trying until you stumble onto one that works for you. | If it is homework that's the problem, get the majority done at school if you can. If not, try to do most right after school since it will be easier on your brain to do more work since you just got home. This is better than putting it off until the night, when you might end up not doing it or making mistakes which can c... | If you encounter challenges, try to learn from them and don't get discouraged. For example, if you fail a test or even a class, look at it as a learning experience. Consider what went wrong and what you can do the next time to ensure that you succeed. | Practicing is important to improve your performance on math tests. If something doesn't click right away, just keep trying and you will get it eventually. | 3 |
4,362 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Write a FSBO Contract | xxx | Though you can obtain sample rental applications and credit report authorization forms online, it is best to consult with an attorney who specializes in landlord-tenant/property law to ensure that your documents cover everything you need and comply with the law. | It is a good idea to keep dated, written records of all complaints you gave your tenants regarding the property, as well as any steps that you took to resolve the problem. In the event of a counter suit, these records will be helpful when you appear in court. | Always keep a copy of any documents you submit to the Office of Property Assessment. | Provide full legal description of the property, not just the shorthand version or description that may be used by the recorder's office. | 3 |
4,363 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Natural Food Coloring | xxx | Olive oil is a great substitute for makeup remover. It's also good for your skin. It may be an option if you are sensitive to certain chemicals. Olive oil is absorbed by the pores, so it doesn't cause breakouts. | Vegetable powders are a good alternative to more liquid-based dyes when you don't want to make your food wetter by coloring it. | Dyed or printed fabrics are easier to rust dye. This is because they usually don't have an anti-stain coating, like solid-colored fabric does. | Don't be afraid to create your own blend. For instance, Ceramide is a protein that helps hold onto water, which allows the moisturizer to penetrate deeper into the skin barrier. You can also use products like glycerin or petroleum jelly. | 1 |
4,364 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Look Good at the Beach | xxx | Invest in some fun beach accessories like a sunhat, a swimsuit coverup, sunglasses, and fun sandals to help you look good at the beach. | Just because you're not very slim doesn't mean you can't wear shorts, which is good news because there are some gorgeous pairs around at the minute for both dressy and casual usage! Balance your look out well and you can look fabulous in shorts - just wear them with a bit of confidence! If you haven't got matchstick le... | Nautical style works great at the beach too, with a cute bikini covered in anchors or white trim. Or a pair of navy and white swimming trunks. Pair your nautical beach style with simple accessories like leather sandals or a woven beach bag to keep your look casual and chic. | Get a sarong to wear around the pool or on the beach. You can tie it as a halter, skirt, or a dress over your swimsuit. | 0 |
4,365 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Become a Successful Young Entrepreneur | xxx | You may be eligible for state income tax credits as well, so review your state's rules to find out how to offset your state income tax. | Keep accurate records of your employment taxes for at least four years. You will need them when calculating your business' federal income tax withholding, federal wage and tax statements, and state taxes. | If you're working with a Canadian broker, they will automatically deduct Canadian income tax from any of your dividends or sales of stock. To get this money back, keep meticulous records and apply for the foreign tax credit when you file your tax return. | When taking your taxes to someone else to prepare, you should always have with you your Social Security card, a photo ID, all of the information required to complete your taxes, including 1099's and W2's, and your prior year's tax return. | 1 |
4,366 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Dread Hair | xxx | Wash and condition hair before straightening. You need damp hair to straighten with a roll-brush. | Brushing long hair takes time. Don't rush it as you will only damage your hair. | Remember back combing damages hair so go slowly. | Avoid brushing hair after curling as this will tease out any waves. | 2 |
4,367 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Grow Houseplants | xxx | If the stem or roots are damaged, you can often save the plant by burying much of its above-ground stem and lower branches again, as you did to 75 percent of the plant when you first placed it in the ground. The little hairs on the stem and branches grow into roots. | Geranium plants can be rooted. Break off a stem and remove the bottom leaves. Root in rooting medium as you would other cuttings. | When transplanting a plant to a new pot, handle the leaves or/and woody stems rather than the crown or the roots. The leaves of most plant species are made for rough handling. Roots and soft stems will collapse if grasped too tightly or handled too roughly. | To avoid buying an orchid that already has root rot, gently tug on the leaves near the base of the plant. If the leaves are soft or pull away from the stem easily, pick another plant. | 2 |
4,368 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Not Be Dry over Text | xxx | If the person is not engaging with you in conversation, try to have them call you and see how things go. If they don't have time for anything other than dry texting, you're better off with someone else. | If the other person is being persistent, put your foot down and let them know clearly where things stand. If they keep bothering you, ignore them or block their number. You should only have to say it once. | If someone is bothering you in public and you feel uncomfortable, be direct and ask them to stop, or just walk away from the situation. Let someone know if they keep bothering you. | Never be afraid to ask questions. If you are unsure of another person's intentions, Ask them how they feel about the situation. You are giving them a polite chance to directly tell you if they'd wish for you to leave, turn off your cell phone, or something else. | 0 |
4,369 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Use E Liquid | xxx | 3% Hydrogen peroxide: 2 to 4 ml/kg of body weight immediately after ingestion of selected poisons. | A good hit depends on the battery charge, amount of nicotine, and PG/VG ratio of an e-liquid. | Potassium iodide may be used to protect you from the uptake of radioactive iodine. However, it will not decontaminate you from other internally ingested or inhaled radioactive elements. If taken, it should be consumed in proper quantity and only within the first six hours of exposure. Dosing:For adults - 130 mgFor chil... | If you want to vape for the nicotine, you can purchase salt-based e-liquids that have high nicotine levels that go up to 100. You could do this if you want less vapor going into your lungs. | 1 |
4,370 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Grow Dill Indoors | xxx | There are many different colors of lycoris spider lilies, so get some that match or complement other plants in your garden. | Dill weed has a large taproot that could get damaged if it's disturbed, so avoid transplanting established plants. | Cilantro is a good choice for a butterfly garden, as the plant is a butterfly favorite, especially during the morning and evening. | The best climate for a lychee tree is tropical or sub-tropical, but occasional frost is tolerated. | 1 |
4,371 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Save Money as a Kid | xxx | Carry only some of your cash in your wallet at a time and keep the rest in a money clip or at home. That way, you won't lose it all if you lose your wallet. | If you receive $50 or so for your birthday or for Christmas, try to take only ten percent of the money to put in your wallet and the rest in your piggy bank or money jar. Keep doing that whenever you receive money and before you know it, you will have saved a ton of money. | Try saving up money each day. (e.g if you make $20 one day, then put half of it in your bank (or somewhere where you can save it) and spend the rest on more stuff to sell). If you do that each day, you will end up with a lot of cash in your pocket. | Practice by getting a lot of pennies, nickels, and dimes, and use Monopoly money if you do not have bills. Then make believe you are spending (or receiving) different amounts, and count backwards, until you learn to do this easily and quickly. | 1 |
4,372 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Rid of Tobacco Odors in Cars | xxx | You could spray the Easy Bake Oven with air freshener or spray it on a paper towel, and wipe the oven with it. | Rinse out the percolator between uses to keep the next batch of coffee from tasting stale. | You can add a teaspoon of baking soda or white vinegar to your cleaning solution to neutralize odors. | Put coffee grounds in the ashtray to soak up the odor. | 3 |
4,373 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be Cool on Facebook | xxx | If the person you're interested in doesn't respond to your messages or friend requests, be respectful of their space and refrain from contacting them. When they want to talk to you, they'll reach out by adding you or replying. | Trust your instincts. If a pop-up screen asks you to do something unusual, or a friend request seems suspicious, avoid it and delete it. | Don't automatically accept friend requests since this looks like you're constantly on Facebook. Instead, wait a few days to accept. If you're not trying to gain a huge audience, you can totally deny the request. | Avoid ignoring messages as it's considered impolite. If you aren't interested, kindly tell him no or use the block feature. | 2 |
4,374 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Start Dreads with Long Hair | xxx | You can put your hair into a ponytail while it's dry, but it's easier to manage when it's slightly damp. Be careful putting up your hair when it is still wet, though, as that can lead to breakage and damage to your hair. | You can dread dry hair, but it is more likely to snap. Dampen your hair before dreading to avoid breakage. | Avoid putting your hair up when it is still wet, as this can lead to breakage. Wait until your hair is fully dry to style it in a ponytail. | Wait until your hair is dry to put it up, as styling wet hair into a ponytail can lead to breakage. | 1 |
4,375 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Simplify Radical Expressions | xxx | Remember to check out the Wix app market in the editor. They have lots of cool, free things you can add to your website to increase its functionality. | Look online for a forum where you want to post pictures or scans from your work. Family and friends might say it looks good so you won't hate them, while your work could be a lot better. Post something after every step and ask for things that can be improved. | You can find online tools or apps that will simplify a radical expression for you. You can use these to check your work. | Others will improve upon your edits. You can even reach out to other editors directly to ask them to improve your edits. Try looking at wikiHow's Community Topic Areas to see what users may be able to help you. | 2 |
4,376 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Stop a Cat from Clawing Furniture | xxx | Some butterflies eat fruit. See if you can identify yours to find out what it eats.If you use fruit, don't let it mold. It is best to put new fruit in the cage each day.Mandarin oranges are a favorite among many butterflies. If you cut them into slices and arrange them on a plate, they may flock to it to drink the swee... | Make sure that the oranges you use are fresh. It increases the orange juice flavor. | Cats hate citrus fruit such as oranges and lemons. Try surrounding your furniture with orange peels temporarily to make sure they stop. If they still do it spray orange and lemon scented spray on the furniture. | Scattering chopped citrus peels in your garden may be enough to keep cats away. The citrus will repel cats without damaging your plants or your garden soil. | 2 |
4,377 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Write Children's Literature | xxx | Don't expect to make millions overnight. Creating a game should be a work of passion; making money is a welcome bonus. | Be observant. What do people care about, want to know more about, never get enough of? Think about catering to what interests people when wanting to write a bestseller. You can always leave more esoteric and deeper-meaning writing for the rest of your spare time post-bestseller. | Have fun while you're writing! Writing doesn't need to be a chore! The editing process can be a bit tedious (although some people find it fun). If it turns out you don't like writing, that's fine. Writing's not for everyone. Perhaps you could hand over the story idea to someone who does enjoy writing. They may have a v... | Do not expect to get rich quick. In fact, don't expect writing to be all that lucrative at all. Write because you enjoy writing. That passion is easily noticed by readers of all ages. | 3 |
4,378 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get an 11 Year Old Boy to Like You | xxx | Ultimately, who you make friends with is up to you. Be kind. Be friendly. And love yourself. You have the same rights as anyone else to be happy. | Make her feel important, just by complimenting her and talking to her when she's lonely you will build a relationship with her. Don't wait too long or she will expect that you just want to be friends. | Don't let the pressure to rush into things and get a girlfriend get to you. Take your time and be with the right person. | Above all, give him a chance to like you. Be around him and do what he does. | 3 |
4,379 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Milkshake Without Ice Cream | xxx | If your leftovers are too thick, add a touch of milk or cream, or sour cream. The flavor will be diluted somewhat, but if you feel it's too much, go ahead and add a little more grated cheese - this will take care of the dilution problem. | If the whipped cream tastes too sour, add a little more sugar. | If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk. | If desired, add some whipped cream at the top when you are finished. | 3 |
4,380 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Kimchi | xxx | You can roast other root vegetables in the same pan, including carrots, potatoes, and celeriac. | You can use this recipe to prepare a variety of other vegetables, such as turnips and peppers, as well as raw fish. | You can substitute any combination of vegetables, as long as at least one is crunchy. Shallots, leek, carrots, fennel, and bell peppers are other common options. | This is a great meal to add vegetables, such as diced celery, olives, mushrooms, or bell peppers. | 1 |
4,381 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Yourself Laugh | xxx | If you want to play Pictionary online, hop on a video call with your friends. Find a word list and use the “Draw” feature to make your sketches on-screen. | Save funny videos in your favorites list to quickly access them in the future. | To see the list of videos you have favorited, just click on your username at the top right of any YouTube page. Your play lists, Watch Later, liked videos and favorites should show up at the top of the page. You can also see a list of favorites by going to your channel and clicking on the "Upload" tab at the top. | You can also search Reddit to see what websites users recommend for downloading YouTube videos. | 1 |
4,382 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Dispose of Sanitary Pads | xxx | Pad your packages with paper. You could also use another Eco-friendly material instead of packing peanuts, such as greenwrap or biodegradable bubble mailers. | Exfoliating products that contain plastic microbeads are damaging to the environment. Because of their small size, they cannot be removed by wastewater filtration. Products made with jojoba beads are thought to be a safe alternative, as they are made with biodegradable plant-based wax. | In some countries, you may be able to purchase biodegradable sanitary napkins. These pads, made from natural materials such as banana fiber, are environmentally friendly and compostable. | In addition to the ‘normal' pads and tampons found in most stores, there are several environmentally-friendly options to consider. This includes pads made from fabric that can be washed and re-used, as well as menstrual cups. If you're interested in some of these alternatives, do an online search and investigate whic... | 2 |
4,383 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Strawberry Tarts | xxx | This recipe makes enough dough to fill one large, 9¾-inch (24.77 centimeters) tart tin. You can also use it to make six, regular 4-inch (10.16 centimeters) tart tins, or twelve mini, 2-inch (5.08 centimeters) tart tins instead. | You can use a pound cake (either baked from scratch or store-bought) as well. Start by cutting it into ¼-inch (0.64-centimeter) slices, then use a 1-inch (2.54-centimeter) square-shaped cookie cutter to cut out squares. | To make cheesecake bars: prepare the cheesecake in an 8 by 8-inch (20.32 centimeters) square pan, and bake it at 325°F (162°C) for 40 minutes. | The buttercream and cream cheese recipes make enough frosting to cover a 9 by 13-inch (22.86 by 33.02-centimeter) cake, a two-layer 8-inch (20.32-centimeter) cake. | 0 |
4,384 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be the Main Part in the School Play | xxx | Express your gratitude to the person holding the auditions. Thank them for their time. It shows that you respect and appreciate them and their input. | Be sure to thank the people in and outside of your community who helped make your production set possible. You can include the individual names or businesses on the program, or even send a personal thank-you note after the production. This kind of gesture may even ensure their help for the next production. | Thank your volunteers regularly. Make sure they know how much you appreciate their efforts. You can even award exceptional efforts. | Be kind and courteous during your audition. Take directions well and listen to the directors. Take critique well and thank them for the chance to audition. | 0 |
4,385 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Grow Sunflowers | xxx | If you have pesky birds picking the seeds out, place polyspun garden fleece over the sunflower heads to prevent the seeds from being eaten by pests. | Spread petroleum jelly on the base of your plants to keep earwigs from climbing onto them. | Water your succulents once every two weeks or so to keep your plants healthy. | If critters try to dig up your bulbs, place down some hardware cloth around the area to keep them out. | 0 |
4,386 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Remove Hair Dye from Your Scalp | xxx | Wear a pair of plastic gloves to keep the dye from getting on your hands. This will help prevent you accidentally spreading the dye on other areas of your skin later on. | Coat your hands and skin around your face with a layer of petroleum jelly if you know they will be coming into contact with hair dye. It will serve as a barrier and prevent dye stains. | The best way to treat dark spots is to prevent them from forming in the first place. Always protect your skin in the sun so they don't form. | To prevent hair dye stains in the first place, spread a layer of petroleum jelly along your hairline. The jelly will create a protective seal over your skin and keep the dye from staining. | 0 |
4,387 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Host a Moving Sale | xxx | Don't buy shelves from retail stores. Go to a reputable dealer like storesupply.com where they sell shelves designed for product placement and a professional look. You do not want to have sub par displays that cost you a lot in the long run with constant replacement costs, which is what you will get with shelves, displ... | Sell the gray and white items you find to vendors. They are called "trash" for a reason. They are meant to be vendored, and gray/white gear over level 15 will probably not sell on the auction house. Over time this will make you a lot of gold. The add-on "Autoprofit" will help a lot with this by automatically vendoring... | Promote your sale as a "Moving" sale and not just a "Yard" or "Garage" sale. A "Moving Sale" usually implies that larger items and furniture of quality will be sold and that you aren't just selling junk. | Scrap gold dealers (which can be found in pawn shops or at storefronts with signs such as "we buy gold") will likely buy the gold from you at about 30 to 60 percent less than what it's actually worth, since they must process it (re-assay it) and still turn a profit from reselling it. Given today's high margins, selling... | 2 |
4,388 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Give a Presentation | xxx | Form a study group. This works for some, but most of the time this ends up as a chat session. To make this work, you need to find like-minded and desperate friends who need to study as well. Set a study time limit of maybe 30 minutes and after that, you can discuss some of the items that needs to be clarified. But only... | Don't spend too much time introducing yourself. Your introduction should be short and to the point so you can get on to your main presentation material. Depending on the length of your presentation, your introduction should be between 20 seconds and 2 minutes long. | Have a short Q&A session at the end of each subtopic. Q&A sessions will improve audience engagement. It also acts as a welcome break for audience in case of long presentation. For this though, you will need to know the subject you choose well. Make sure you understand and have more than just the basic knowledge about t... | If you are giving a presentation to a group or audience, be prepared for difficult questions so that you're not thrown off course and left feeling flustered. To remain in a position of communicating effectively, Michael Brown recommends a golden rule for handling difficult questions in the context of a group or audienc... | 2 |
4,389 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Decongestant Shower Bombs | xxx | Add 3 to 4 drops of food coloring to your dry baking soda mixture to make your shower bombs look interesting. You can use any color you want, but blue or green will suit the fragrances used the best. | You can add a couple of dried flowers to your shower steamers as a decorative accent. | You can also use artificial flowers to make flower crowns for your wedding. | You can use real flowers instead of silk ones for the wreath-based chandelier. Trim them down instead of pulling the blooms off. | 0 |
4,390 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Simple Musical Instrument | xxx | If you don't have a wig head, work on a balloon instead. Place the balloon into a cup or bowl to hold it steady while you work. | Get a friend to help you stretch the balloon onto the pot. It's easier to make a drum with more than two hands. | To make a swirl candle, complete steps 1-2 and instead of pouring the wax into a mold, crush some old crayons and melt them the same way you did with the wax. Mix the wax and crayon mixture together to make swirls of color or mix for a bit longer to make a solid color. Empty the mixture into a Ziploc bag and cut off th... | Another way to make drums: Get a bucket and paint it. Cover it in clear (see-through) paint to make it shiny. Do that to several more buckets until you get a set of drums. Put them together, upside down, into a circle. Sit in the middle of the circle and drum away! | 3 |
4,391 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Start Pumping While Still Breastfeeding | xxx | You may find that for the first few times that you pump, you aren't seeing a lot of milk being expressed. This may be because you need more practice handling the breast pump. It usually takes a few weeks before women who are new to pumping become comfortable with it. Another reason why only small amounts of milk may be... | If you're pumping to relieve engorgement, especially after your milk comes in, pump just enough milk to reduce your discomfort. Try to pump for just a minute or two so you don't signal to your body that you need to produce even more milk. | When the breast is engorged, it may make it difficult for your baby to latch on properly to feed. If this happens, manually remove a little milk so the hardness of the breast is reduced enough for the baby to feed. | Also consider first weaning your baby from the breast by slowly reducing the number of times you nurse until it is zero. Then pump in place of nursing, say from 4 times a day, until it is 0, by taking away one pumping session every 3-7days. This allows you to slowly reduce your milk supply without the pain and engorged... | 1 |
4,392 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make an Origami Elephant | xxx | Add more details to your elephant if you please. You can wrap the tips of the ears around a folding bone to curl them, for instance. | Make the horn's edges ridged if you want more detail. | You can use different materials for parts of the costume if you need to or want to. For instance, you could make mouse ears out of colored paper instead of cloth. | You can try adding a body to the monkey by drawing a circle connected to the head and another smaller circle inside for the belly. Then draw small ovals or longer arms and legs. You may like to make your drawing have stubby little limbs and fat bodies, if it fits the animal. Add a thin tail with a little curl. | 0 |
4,393 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Organize Your Flash Drive | xxx | You can avoid memory card corruption and errors by refraining from removing your card during saving or writing, avoiding saving when your device's battery is low, and powering off your device before removing your card when possible. | You should always "eject" your flash drive before physically removing it from your computer, since failing to do so may result in your changes not being saved. | If your phone has become frozen and will not respond to button or screen commands, follow the procedure in method two for removing the battery before attempting to reset the device. Resetting your device will result in personal data loss if your data has not been synced with Google or saved using an external device. | Be sure to restart to restart your computer in Safe Mode after uninstalling a graphics card driver, and run a computer scan (ex: CCleaner) to insure that all of the files for the driver are off the computer, before continuing to use the computer or reinstalling the drivers. Conflict of drivers can result if a trace of ... | 1 |
4,394 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Look Like Alice Cullen (from Twilight) | xxx | Don't worry when people make fun of you or don't like you. They're the ones with the problem, not you. | Don't worry about what other people think of you. | Don't let what people say or think about you make you feel bad because they are either very mean, or jealous, both of which are not your fault. It's their own problem, not yours, so don't worry about them. | Don't worry if there are people who don't like you, not everyone will. Be nice to them though, because you don't want to give them another reason not to like you. | 0 |
4,395 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Lace Candleholder | xxx | To thicken the glitter mixture for a slower swirl, use extra glitter glue or corn syrup. | Mix some glitter into your fabric stiffener or decoupage glue for extra sparkle. | Instead of using spray paint or etching cream, try Mod Podge (or other decoupage glue) and glitter! Be sure to seal the glitter with another layer of glossy Mod Podge after removing the rubber bands. | Coat your phone case with decoupage glue, then sprinkle extra-fine glitter onto it. Seal it with another layer of decoupage glue. | 1 |
4,396 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Write Vendor Contracts | xxx | You cannot contract to perform an illegal service or act. These contracts are considered void, meaning it is as if they never existed. | In Nevada, it is illegal to conduct the sale of a vehicle in an empty lot. You should conduct your business at the residence of one of the parties. | Read the terms and conditions of the business carefully and ensure you did not misunderstand the contract. Confirm that the product or service in question is past due if not yet received for instance. | Do not attempt to contract any illegal goods or services; this makes your entire contract void. | 3 |
4,397 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Rid of Acne | xxx | Stretch marks are not permanent. They fade with time, so be patient, and don't worry too much about it. | Keep in mind that it might take several weeks to see a change in your skin. Stick to your skincare regimen even if you don't see an improvement right away. | Try to have patience. It might seem like the acne appeared overnight, but most treatments won't disappear overnight. With persistence, though, you'll eventually get clear skin. | Try to stay patient as you work to fix your hunchback. It likely didn't develop overnight, so it will take some time to see clear improvements. | 2 |
4,398 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Do Pom Pom Painting | xxx | You can also use an old cardboard egg carton to hold lint instead of paper towel rolls. | You can stuff hay into empty paper towel or toilet tissue rolls to give your rabbit a fun way to eat hay. Hay can also be stuffed into a closed cardboard box with a small hold cut into the side to make a hiding space for your bunny. | You can stuff hay into empty paper towel or toilet tissue rolls to give your rabbit a fun way to eat hay. Hay can also be stuffed into a closed cardboard box with a small hole cut into the side to make a hiding space for your bunny. | Turn an old egg carton into a tray for holding different colors of paint. | 3 |
4,399 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Tell Whether You're In a Toxic Relationship | xxx | Talking to a therapist can be a good way to get some perspective and learn about helpful coping skills if you're struggling with your drinking. | It's a good idea to talk to a therapist or someone level-headed whom you trust to explore your situation in more detail. | In addition to taking a mental health break, seeing a counselor or therapist may help. They can give you the tools to understand and manage your emotions more effectively. Look online or get a referral from your doctor. | Consider talking to a therapist if you're worried about how much you're drinking. Talking to an unbiased person can help give you perspective. | 1 |
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